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Latest Episodes

The Bible and the Apocalypse with Professor John Collins
April 17, 2024

YDS Professor Emeritus John Collins, author of the book “The Apocalyptic Imagination,” discusses what the Bible really says about the end of the world; what caused the rise of apocalyptic literature;

The Importance of Sacred Practice with Martin Jean
March 11, 2024

As the Yale Institute of Sacred Music celebrates its 50th anniversary, ISM Director Martin Jean discusses the institutes past, present and future; how to save the genre of classical music; and whats

‘Beyond the Ivy’: Professor Joel Baden on taking theological education to wider public
February 08, 2024

YDS Professor Joel Baden discusses launching and leading the Center for Continuing Education at YDS, defends his critical scholarship of the Bible, and critiques what he calls scholarly evangelicalism

Eve Isn’t Evil: A Feminist Perspective on Women in the Bible from Dr. Julie Faith Parker
January 09, 2024

In this episode, YDS alum Dr. Julie Faith Parker interprets the Bible through a feminist lens reclaiming the biblical figure of Eve as a hero, questioning the common idea that only men authored scri

How the YDS Good Life Center Counters A Toxic Culture of Productivity
December 06, 2023

YDS Associate Dean for Student Affairs Reverend Vicki Flippin discusses the new Good Life Center at YDS, her previous pastoral role that included sheltering people at risk of deportation, and how Malc

Leading a church for Black lives: Gabby Cudjoe Wilkes and Andrew Wilkes
October 10, 2023

Gabby Cudjoe Wilkes 18 M.Div. and husband, Pastor Andrew Wilkes, discuss launching a Brooklyn-based church committed to Black lives and justice; their co-authored book, Psalms for Black Lives; and

How AI Threatens Religion with Professor John Pittard
July 13, 2023

YDS Professor John Pittard discusses artificial intelligences impact on religion; reflects theologically on whether future AI robots could connect with God; and argues for a global alliance to regula

How Christianity in Africa is changing global religion
May 22, 2023

Dr. Kyama Mugambi, Professor of World Christianity at Yale Divinity School, discusses how Christianity in Africa is impacting the global religious landscape, why Christianity in Africa is not a colon

Why Our World Needs ‘Crazy Christians’ with Bishop Michael Curry
April 14, 2023

Presiding Bishop and Primate of the Episcopal Church Bishop Michael Curry 78 M.Div. reflects on his fiery sermon on love at the royal wedding, becoming the first person of color to lead the Episcopal

Clergy Wellbeing: Preventing Burnout and Promoting Self-Care
March 13, 2023

YDS faculty member and former Yale University chaplain Jerry Streets 75 M.Div. discusses the results of his survey on clergy wellbeing, the importance of multi-faith ministry, and lessons learned fro