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Hunger for Wholeness

Center for Christogenesis
Artificial Intelligence
Complexity Theory
Evolution
Spirituality
Consciousness
Stem Cell Research
Order and Chaos
Self-Organization
Resilience
Religion
Quantum Physics
Artificial Life
Synergy
Complex Systems
Black Theology
Racism
Emergent Phenomena
Cybernetics
Climate Change
Judaism

Story matters. Our lives are shaped around immersive, powerful stories that thrive at the heart of our religious traditions, scientific inquiries, and cultural landscapes. As Bertrand Russell and Albert Einstein claimed, science without religion is lame and religion without science is blind. This podcast will hear from speakers in interdisciplinary fields of science and religion who are finding an... more

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In this second part of her conversation with Robert Nicastro, theologian and spiritual teacher Sheri Kling deepens the discussion on how process and open and relational theologies can reshape our spiritual lives.

What does it mean to pray into imman... more

In this episode of Hunger for Wholeness, Robert Nicastro welcomes back theologian, minister, and director of Process and Faith, Dr. Sheri Kling, for a rich conversation on the power of theology to renew spiritual life in a fragmented world.

Sheri sh... more

Ilia Delio welcomes back Rev. Dr. Hillary Raining to probe a live question for faith communities today: when our concepts of God become narrow—or distorted—how do they derail spiritual growth and even undermine justice? Hillary names the fears that k... more

In this episode of Hunger for Wholeness, Ilia Delio talks with Episcopal priest and spiritual director Rev. Dr. Hillary Raining about what happens when public life shows up in the parish—how pastors can hold political tension without letting church l... more

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Recent Guests

Sheri Kling
A proponent of process theology and open relational thought
Episode: Renewing Faith When Politics Becomes Religion with Sheri Kling
Dr. Sheri Kling
Theologian, minister, and director of Process and Faith.
Process and Faith
Episode: How God Holds Power Without Coercion with Sheri Kling
Rev. Dr. Hillary Raining
Rev. Dr. Hillary Raining is a theologian engaged in community service and spiritual leadership, focusing on inclusive spirituality and social justice initiatives.
Episode: Practices That Weave Us Back Together with Rev. Dr. Hillary Raining
Don Viney
Philosopher and longtime scholar of Jesuit scientist, Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
Episode: Are We Developing Consciousness? or Worshipping Technology? with Don Viney (Part 2)
Terrence Deacon
Neuroanthropologist with a focus on language, brain, and evolution.
Episode: How Abstractions Impact Ecological Crisis with Terrence Deacon (Part 1)
Iain McGilchrist
Renowned author and psychiatrist known for his work on the divided brain and its cultural implications
Episode: How Left and Right Brain Explain Our World with Iain McGilchrist (Part 1)
Jared Morningstar
Process thinker and independent scholar of Islam and Meta-modernism
Center for Process Studies
Episode: Can Science Alone Overcome Patriarchy and Tribalism with Jared Morningstar (Part 1)
Gregory Stock
Biophysicist and expert in the intersection of AI and human evolution
Episode: How AI Will Shape Personhood with Gregory Stock (Part 2)
Pete Enns
Scripture scholar and co-host of the Bible for Normal People podcast
Episode: How Scripture Can Still Evolve with Peter Enns (Part 2)

Hosts

Robert Nicastro
Host with a focus on interdisciplinary dialogue pertaining to spirituality and science.
Ilia Delio
Host with expertise in philosophy and theology, emphasizing holistic perspectives.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • It reminds me there’s a depth to our world

    This is such a wonderful, insightful, non-fluff-and-happiness. It helps me remember that life is more than the news and what I had for supper.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Recycled grandma
    United States5 months ago
  • Take a listen

    This show is wonderful. It is a light in these dark times. Life is in process. And we need language and stories to welcome the changes and to give hopeful shape to our future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Future-me-23
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast!

    I started listening to this podcast while searching for interviews with Dr. Mario Beauregard. What a great discovery! Greetings from Montréal!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maxime Poulin
    Canadaa year ago
  • Really nice show

    I really get a lot out of the show. I think it would be better though if you just released a full episode every two weeks. Instead of cutting it in half and releasing it weekly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Uriah82
    United States3 years ago
  • Creative

    Engaging questions with great conversations from Gabby, Robert, Ilia and guests. Like the podcast format. Great production Jillian and thanks C4C so glad to hear Gabby’s perspective.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gail W.
    United States3 years ago

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The show is seen as a refreshing source of thoughtful discourse during challenging times.
Listeners feel inspired by the discussions and articulate storytelling that challenge their perspectives.
Engaging and intelligent narratives that invite listeners to rethink traditional beliefs.
Many find the production quality and pacing of episodes commendable, though some suggest more full-length releases.
Listeners appreciate the depth and insight of conversations, finding value in the intersection of science and spirituality.

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Renewing Faith When Politics Becomes Religion with Sheri Kling
Q: What would you want someone who has been disillusioned with the church or traditional theology to know about renewing their faith?
There are life-giving ways in which God can show up, and that moving beyond deconstruction is important to find new possibilities for growth.
Renewing Faith When Politics Becomes Religion with Sheri Kling
Q: What advice would you give to pastors, ministers, lay leaders who want to introduce these ideas to their own communities?
Introduce key ideas such as God being in every moment and that God is real, rather than using complex theological jargon.
How God Holds Power Without Coercion with Sheri Kling
Q: How does the shift from an omnipotent God to a God of persuasion help confront issues of suffering?
Viewing God as relational allows for understanding suffering without seeing God as the cause, fostering a transformative perspective.
How God Holds Power Without Coercion with Sheri Kling
Q: What led you to organize this book around the theme Renewing Faith?
The conference that preceded the book provided discussions on renewing faith through Process and Relational Theology.
Are We Developing Consciousness? or Worshipping Technology? with Don Viney (Part 2)
Q: What do you think in terms of this conversation about embodiment, the world would look like if we actually learned to harness love as the full powerful energy source of evolution?
Viney speculates that the world would emphasize human relationships and encourage connections to the universe, transforming our approach to love and unity.

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What is Hunger for Wholeness about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on the interplay between science, spirituality, and personal narratives, illuminating how individuals can navigate a world marked by complexity and fragmentation. Conversations often explore themes such as consciousness, ecological consciousness, and the integration of faith and knowledge, particularly as they intersect with pressing societal issues. As guests share their diverse expertise, ranging from philosophy and psychology to ecology and theology, listeners are invited to reimagine how wholeness can be achieved through a holistic understanding of existence that honors both scientific inquiry and spiritual depth.

Noteworthy is the commitment to interdisciplinary dialogue, showcasing a blend of scholarly insights an... more

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3. Rev. Dr. Hillary Raining
4. Don Viney
5. Terrence Deacon
6. Iain McGilchrist
7. Jared Morningstar
8. Gregory Stock

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