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Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove on white poverty, race myths, and the reconstruction of American democracy
Yale Divinity School Lecturer Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove offers insights on the upcoming presidential election – drawing from his latest book with Bishop William Barber, ‘White Poverty’; discusses how
Sharing Sacred Spaces and Radical Hospitality with Vanessa Avery
YDS alumna Vanessa Avery shares lessons learned from decades of interfaith peacebuilding, how architecture can be used as a tool to bring people together, and the importance of radical hospitality. ht
The Future of Theological Education with YDS Dean Gregory E. Sterling
Yale Divinity School Dean and Professor of New Testament Gregory E. Sterling discusses the future of theological education, overcoming polarization in America, and how the schools new Living Village
Emotional Intelligence and Spirituality with Dr. Robin Stern
Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence co-founder Dr. Robin Stern discusses the role of spirituality and religion in understanding and managing emotions, the danger of suppressing emotions like anger,
The Bible and the Apocalypse with Professor John Collins
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
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
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
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
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
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