The Overthinkers

Nov 03 2024 228 ep. 56 mins 79
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A place where you can have fun thinking deeply about all the big and beautiful questions of life complete with cutaways. Hosts Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson explore subjects of art, faith, philosophy, culture, and more with some of today’s leading and most influential minds and figures. So put your thinking caps and your laughing socks on and come on in!

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Should We Vote for the Lesser of Two Evils?

Nov 03 2024 54 mins  
Do we have a moral obligation to vote for the lesser of two evils? Do we have a moral obligation not to? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss in the lead up to the American presidential Election. St. Francis advises voting for lesser of two evils, and why: https://www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/pope-francis-kamala-harris-donald-trump-rcna171092 History of American “

What Are We Most Afraid Of?

Oct 27 2024 66 mins  
What are Americans most afraid of? And what does that say about us? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes discuss.Top ten list for 2024: https://www.chapman.edu/wilkinson/research-centers/babbie-center/survey-american-fears.aspx Conversation around Americans fears: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/01/19/science/sociology-fear-uncertainty.html Top ten list for 2014: https://www.washing

Is Witchcraft Harmless? (With Mary Jackson)

Oct 20 2024 59 mins  
There's a rise in interest and practice of witchcraft among young people. Is that worth being concerned about? We discuss with journalist Mary Jackson.Notes from the show: Witchcraft definition: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/witchcraft Witchcraft history: https://www.britannica.com/topic/witchcraft Mary Jackson's article on rise of witchcraft and its harms:

Do Demons Exist? (With Dr. Joy Vaughan)

Oct 13 2024 70 mins  
Do demons exist? If so, what are they like? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson welcome New Testament Scholar, author, and demon-expert Dr. Joy Vaughan to help them navigate the world of supernatural evil on this latest episode of spooky month.Further links: Demon definition: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/demon Demon history: https://www.britannica.com/topic/angel

Is Fear Ever a Good Thing?

Oct 06 2024 41 mins  
Everyone wants to overcome fear. But is fear ever something to embrace rather than reject? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes discuss in their latest episode - the first of scary thinking month.Links to referenced resources: Fear Definition: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fear Fear is one of our most powerful emotions: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental

Are Science and Faith Compatible? (With Dr. Spencer Klavan)

Sep 29 2024 66 mins  
Many people feel like they have to choose between science and faith. But do they really? What is the history of science and faith, and when did this supposed conflict start? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson welcome author and scholar Dr. Spencer Klavan to discuss this topic and Klavan's new book on the subject "Light of the Mind, Light of the World.Further Resources: https://www.p

Is Therapy Only for Mentally Ill People? (With Alyssa Plock)

Sep 23 2024 51 mins  
Who is therapy for? Is it only people with diagnosed mental illness? Or can anyone benefit? We discuss with mental health advocate Alyssa Plock.Data and references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bryanrobinson/2021/02/04/47-of-americans-believe-seeking-therapy-is-a-sign-of-weakness/ https://www.scrippsnews.com/health/75-of-americans-feel-health-care-system-handles-mental-health-wor

Is the 9-5 Bad for Us?

Sep 16 2024 62 mins  
Why do most people work a 9-5? And should we get rid of it? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss in the latest episode of The Overthinkers. Further reading: History and the origin of the 9-5. https://hbr.org/2021/07/breaking-free-from-a-9-to-5-culture Arguments against 9-5: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jackkelly/2021/07/25/working-9-to-5-is-an-antiquated-relic-from-the-p

Is the World Overpopulated or Underpopulated? (With Dr. Jared Pincin)

Sep 09 2024 51 mins  
Some think the world is getting too many people to sustain the planet. Others warn that we don't have enough kids to care for the old people. Who's right? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson invite Economist Dr. Jared Pincin to discuss.Info highlighted in episode: World hits 8 billion people: https://www.census.gov/library/stories/2023/11/world-population-estimated-eight-billion.ht

Should Christians Get Offended?

Sep 02 2024 60 mins  
Getting offended is very common today--particularly online. But is being offended off-limits for Christians? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes discuss. Definition of “Offended”: https://www.dictionary.com/browse/offended Why Christians Shouldn’t Be Offended: https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/blessed-are-the-unoffendable https://www.christianitytoday.com/karl-vaters/2