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The Nonviolent Jesus

Fr. John Dear
Nonviolence
Peace
Jesus
Beatitudes
Poverty
Social Justice
Nonviolent Jesus
Martin Luther King Jr.
War
Racism
Christian Nationalism
Spirituality
Violence
Oligarchy
Active Nonviolence
Environmental Destruction
Activism
Fascism
Universal Love
Sermon On the Mount

Was Jesus nonviolent?

šŸŽ™ļø This Monday weekly podcast features thought-provoking, inspiring conversations with some of the greatest visionary leaders in peace and nonviolence in modern history like Martin Sheen (Apocalypse Now, Gandhi), Bryan Stevenson (Just Mercy) , Cornel West (Race Matters), Sister Helen Prejean (Dead Man Walking) , Sr. Joan Chittister, John Fugelsang (Separation of Church and H... more

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This week my guest is my friend peace activist Ann Wright. She is a retired US Army Colonel who worked in the military for 29 years, 13 on active duty and 16 in the Army Reserves, as well as a retired US state department official.

In March 2003, wh... more

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This week I speak with Ched Myers, one of the world’s greatest scripture scholars, about his new book on the Gospel of Luke, called Healing Affluenza and Resisting Plutocracy: Luke’s Jesus and Sabbath Economics.

Many of us consider Ched’s great comm... more

This week I speak with writer Emily Yellin, co-author of the new, posthumous memoir by the late Civil Rights leader Rev. James Lawson called Nonviolent: My Life of Resistance, Agitation and Love, which comes out on Feb. 17th from Random House.

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This week I speak with Mike Farrell, best known as "Captain B.J. Hunnicutt", one of the stars of the hit TV show "M*A*S*H" in the 1970's, and later "Providence". He is also a writer, director and producer of TV films and has also appeared in several ... more

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Ched Myers
Activist, theologian, and scripture scholar
Bartimaeus Cooperative Ministries
Episode: 58 With activist, theologian and scripture scholar Ched Myers on "Sabbath Economics" and "Resisting Plutocracy": "Concentrated wealth underlies every form of violence."
Emily Yellin
Journalist, writer, and producer, co-author of the memoir for Jim Lawson
New York Times, author of other books
Episode: With Emily Yellin on her new posthumous memoir of Civil Rights leader Jim Lawson: "Nonviolent: My Life of Resistance, Agitation and Love"
Mike Farrell
Actor, activist, and longtime leader against the US death penalty
Death Penalty Focus
Episode: #56 With Mike Farrell from M*A*S*H, actor, producer, writer, and political and social activist: "I don't understand how anybody who believes in Christ could support the death penalty".
Andrew Young
Legendary civil rights leader and close associate of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Former Ambassador to the United Nations
Episode: #55 MLK DAY With Rev. Andrew Young, activist, author, politician, diplomat, and Dr Martin Luther King's right-hand man: "I was asked to come to Alabama in case MLK didn't show up, but we both showed up".
Charlene Howard
Executive Director of Pax Christi USA
Pax Christi USA
Episode: #54 Charlene Howard, Executive Director of Pax Christi USA: "Don't be fooled into thinking that we are not gaining ground for the good and for peace, because we are.ā€
Robert Ellsberg
Author, editor, publisher of Orbis Books, and champion of nonviolence
Orbis Books
Episode: #53 With Robert Ellsberg, one of our best spiritual writers in the country, publisher and editor of Orbis Books and author of Volume 2, Blessed Among Us
Cornel West
Renowned philosopher, political activist, and public intellectual.
Episode: #52 A Special Year End One Hour Episode of Highlights of the Nonviolent Jesus Podcast from 2025 featuring Joan Baez, Cornel West, Joan Chittister, John Fugelsang, Martin Sheen, Richard Rohr and many more!
Joan Baez
Singer, songwriter, and activist, known for her commitment to nonviolence and social justice.
Episode: #52 A Special Year End One Hour Episode of Highlights of the Nonviolent Jesus Podcast from 2025 featuring Joan Baez, Cornel West, Joan Chittister, John Fugelsang, Martin Sheen, Richard Rohr and many more!
Mike Martin
Blacksmith and founder of RAWtools, focusing on transforming firearms into garden tools as a form of peace activism
RAWtools.org
Episode: #49 with former Mennonite pastor, blacksmith, author, activist and founder of RAWtools.org Mike Martin: "We're using raw tools, not war tools to transform the world".

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Father John Dear
Father John Dear is a priest, author, and activist known for his tireless work in promoting nonviolence and peace. He has been involved in significant activism and has been arrested numerous times for his beliefs, reflecting his deep commitment to social justice and the nonviolent teachings of Jesus.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 81 ratings
  • Life changing wisdom

    Wow, this inspires me to my core. Thank you Fr. John Dear for speaking the truth with so much love, clarity, and strength.

    Apple Podcasts
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    ARA4ALWAYS
    United Statesa month ago
  • A breath of fresh air

    I can no longer listen to most podcasts about the news, as it feels like fiddling while Rome is burning. The Nonviolent Jesus podcast offers radical and welcome relief and inspiration.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EMjo1999
    United States3 months ago
  • Excellent podcast.

    I get a lot out of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Charlie's house
    United States4 months ago
  • Onward!

    Each conversation between Fr. John and his guest deepens my understanding of our shared history and what is mine to do in these challenging times. Challenge, yes, commitment, yes, and HOPE!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CRCros
    United States7 months ago
  • Absolutely profound! (Ep. 23)

    I love this podcast! I have been looking for this mix of discussions about faith and social Justice. But in this episode it wasn’t abstract! I was so thankful to finally hear someone say what I have been saying about what is happening here in the U.S. It is evil. The thing that I needed even more was how to resist the evil and also to care for ourselves- our spirits - during this time. Thank you so very much!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DC Eslteacher
    United States8 months ago

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58 With activist, theologian and scripture scholar Ched Myers on "Sabbath Economics" and "Resisting Plutocracy": "Concentrated wealth underlies every form of violence."
Q: So before we get into the book, tell our listeners what you mean by Sabbath economics.
It's a concept rooted in resistance to economic oppression, focusing on equitable resource distribution and community practices of Sabbath.
#56 With Mike Farrell from M*A*S*H, actor, producer, writer, and political and social activist: "I don't understand how anybody who believes in Christ could support the death penalty".
Q: What would Jesus do in the context of capital punishment?
Mike emphasizes Jesus' compassion and advocacy for mercy over violence, which he interprets as being inherently opposed to the death penalty.
#56 With Mike Farrell from M*A*S*H, actor, producer, writer, and political and social activist: "I don't understand how anybody who believes in Christ could support the death penalty".
Q: How did you get involved with Death Penalty Focus?
Mike recounts his initial thoughts against the death penalty leading him to join Death Penalty Focus when the first execution in years took place in California.
#56 With Mike Farrell from M*A*S*H, actor, producer, writer, and political and social activist: "I don't understand how anybody who believes in Christ could support the death penalty".
Q: Were you always against war?
Mike discusses how he initially wasn't against war but became educated on its consequences through his military experience and involvement in anti-war activism.
#56 With Mike Farrell from M*A*S*H, actor, producer, writer, and political and social activist: "I don't understand how anybody who believes in Christ could support the death penalty".
Q: How does such a big, beloved Hollywood star become a full-time anti-war, anti-death penalty activist?
Mike shares that his personal struggles and experiences in a supportive environment propelled him into activism.

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Featuring insightful dialogues and themes centered around the radical nonviolence of Jesus, this weekly show engages with notable social justice activists, spiritual leaders, and authors. The discussions often emphasize the importance of embodying nonviolence in personal and community contexts while addressing broader societal issues such as war, racism, and poverty. Special guests, including renowned figures from various fields, share their experiences and reflections, offering unique perspectives on living a life of compassion and activism. The show aims not only to inform but to inspire listeners to take action towards creating a more peaceful and just world, drawing on the teachings of Jesus alongside the philosophies of other key figur... more

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3. Mike Farrell
4. Andrew Young
5. Charlene Howard
6. Robert Ellsberg
7. Cornel West
8. Joan Baez

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