Episode Summary
In this episode of “Thinking Religion,” Sam is joined by Matthew Klippenstein to discuss a wide range of topics, including cultural differences, the development of early Christianities, political dynamics in the USA and Canada, and the philosophical and historical context of monotheism.
- Cultural Differences and Regional Dialects (and Barbeque)
- Early Christianities and Monotheism
- Political Dynamics in the USA and Canada
- Philosophical and Sociological Reflections
- Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance
- The Desert Fathers: Sayings of the Early Christian Monks
- History of Monotheism in Ancient Israel
- Platonic Philosophy and Early Christianity
- Political News on Biden’s Campaign (POLITICO)
- Dunbar’s Number Explained
- Have questions or comments about this episode? Leave them in the comments section or reach out to Sam and Matthew directly through their social media profiles.
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