What does a volcano eruption have to do with Christianity? Tune in to hear Nathan and Cameron explore the Tonga eruption, its ongoing devastation, and how our Christian convictions can help us to frame the situation.

Episode 95: January 6th and the State of the Nation

Jan 15th, 2022 39m 39s

Nathan and Cameron discuss the storming of the capital and consider some of the severe responses to its aftermath.

Episode 94: The Christian Obsession with Celebrity

Jan 11th, 2022 35m 42s

Do we need “Christian” celebrities to validate the credibility of the church? Join Nathan and Cameron as they explore this question.

Episode 93: The Webb Telescope and Cosmic Wonder

Jan 7th, 2022 39m 32s

Space, the final frontier: these are the voyages of Nathan and Cameron as they think out loud about the unprecedented capabilities of the James Webb telescope.

Episode 92: Three Cheers for New Year’s Resolutions

Jan 4th, 2022 45m 1s

Nathan and Cameron explore the theological underpinnings of the rituals that inevitably structure our lives, and consider how our resolutions (or lack thereof) influence that dynamic. .

Episode 91: Why We Need the Humanities

Dec 31st, 2021 43m 13s

Inspired by an editorial by Purdue engineering professor, Avi Kak, arguing for the value of the humanities, Nathan and Cameron do their best to persuade you that the humanities equip us for more than flipping burgers.

Episode 90: Sensationalism Is Old News

Dec 28th, 2021 34m 49s

In this episode, Nathan and Cameron explore the longstanding tradition of media sensationalism and consider why it’s often mistaken for a new phenomenon.

Episode 89: The Moral Foundation of Advent

Dec 24th, 2021 33m 48s

Thought Nathan and Cameron couldn’t overanalyze Advent? Think again. Merry Christmas from the Thinking Out Loud crew!

Episode 88: What’s So Great About Christmas Hymns?

Dec 21st, 2021 31m 40s

In this episode, Nathan and Cameron try to explore the unique staying power of Christmas hymns without ruining it in the process.

Episode 87: Tornadoes, Devastation, and the Demand for Explanations

Dec 17th, 2021 35m 32s

In the wake of the devastation wrought by tornadoes in Kentucky and portions of the Midwest, many of us are struggling to make sense of these events. Nathan and Cameron explore the nature of our response.

Episode 86: What’s an Evangelical?

Dec 14th, 2021 45m 56s

Nathan and Cameron explore the vexed topic of evangelicalism through the lens of Daniel Silliman’s new book, Reading Evangelicals.

Episode 85: Michigan School Shooting and Moral Responsibility

Dec 10th, 2021 40m 48s

Though Google remains committed to its "Don't be evil" motto, evil is surprisingly difficult to define without God. Nathan and Cameron consider what evil means in the age of Google.

Episode 84: Evil in the Age of Google

Dec 7th, 2021 43m 54s

Though Google remains committed to its "Don't be evil" motto, evil is surprisingly difficult to define without God. Nathan and Cameron consider what evil means in the age of Google.

Episode 83: Alec Baldwin and Our Lethal Entertainment Habits

Dec 3rd, 2021 38m 21s

Nathan and Cameron discuss the broader implications of the tragic events that unfolded on the set of RUST.

Episode 82: Why Are Christians Deconstructing Their Faith?

Nov 30th, 2021 46m 36s

Nathan and Cameron continue their discussion of deconstruction by exploring some of the deeper motivations behind the movement.

Episode 81: Christian Deconstruction?

Nov 25th, 2021 47m 6s

What does it mean to "deconstruct" one's faith? In this episode, Nathan and Cameron discuss the matter.

Episode 80: Reckoning with Kyle Rittenhouse

Nov 19th, 2021 47m 31s

Nathan and Cameron discuss Kyle Rittenhouse and the events that led up to his trial.

Episode 79: Should We Cancel Dave Chappelle?

Nov 17th, 2021 40m 58s

Nathan and Cameron discuss the swelling controversy surrounding Dave Chappelle’s latest comedy special and consider some of its broader implications

Episode 78: Reckoning with the Haiti Kidnapping

Nov 8th, 2021 37m 34s

Nathan and Cameron press into the tension between modern assumptions about safety and convenience and missionary work in developing nations.

Episode 77: Vaccine Mandates and Risk

Nov 2nd, 2021 57m 34s

Nathan and Cameron explore how a Christian understanding of risk frames the discussion on vaccine mandates.

Episode 76: Of Halloween and Horror Movies

Oct 31st, 2021 1h 1m

On the occasion of Halloween, Nathan and Cameron take a look at the theological implications of horror movies. They are joined by Dr. Philip Tallon, who is Dean of the School of Christian Thought at Houston Baptist University, as well as Camero

Episode 75: What the Texas Abortion Ban Says About Us

Oct 26th, 2021 57m 21s

Nathan and Cameron discuss the controversial Texas “Heartbeat Bill” and consider some of its broader implications for Christians who want to pursue justice without compromising their convictions.

Episode 74: Where We’ve Been, Where We’re Going

Oct 19th, 2021 38m 9s

After nearly 6 months away, Nathan and Cameron return to the Thinking Out Loud podcast to discuss the circumstances of their departures from Ravi Zacharias International Ministries, as well as the new direction of the show.

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