Thinking Out Loud

Nov 05 2024 309 ep. 38 mins 64
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For those interested in thoughtful cultural analysis without all the apocalyptic forecasts, Thinking Out Loud is a podcast about current events and Christian hope. Hosted by Nathan Rittenhouse and Cameron McAllister, co-founders of Thinking Out Loud, a ministry that seeks to bridge the gap between discipleship and apologetics, this is a show that seeks to connect the dots on the subject of Christian realism.

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Idealism In a Non-Idealistic World

Nov 05 2024 34 mins  
Christians recognize that we live in a fallen world. Nevertheless, when we survey the growing levels of despair among believers, it’s clear that many are suffering because of unrealistic expectations. Here, we do our best to balance hope with realism.

On the Changing Media Landscape

Nov 01 2024 36 mins  
Non-traditional forms of media, whether podcasts, YouTube channels, or substack writers, are outpacing mainstream media. In this episode, we consider what this changing media landscape says about the state of our culture.

Halloween and Violence

Oct 29 2024 44 mins  
It’s our annual Halloween episode where Nathan lets Cameron off his leash to talk about spooky season and horror films. Cameron doesn’t have the most sympathetic audience here, but the discussion is always fun.

Jordan Peterson Backed Into a Corner

Oct 25 2024 34 mins  
In a fascinating discussion, Jordan Peterson and Richard Dawkins grapple with the nature of truth, Christianity, and…the virgin birth. As is usual, Peterson seems reluctant to come down firmly on direct questions regarding the supernatural events of Scripture. We decided to jump in.

Why Do the Amish Have Such Good PR?

Oct 23 2024 34 mins  
As our nation grows increasingly post-Christian, many believers find themselves on the margins. This is a new experience for Christians in North America and one that will require some adjustment. However, one small group seems to have escaped the cultural scrutiny. Ironically, the Amish are more countercultural in their lifestyle and more insular than most believers. And yet they r

The End of the World as We Know It

Oct 18 2024 37 mins  
Social critics have coined the phrase “apocalypse fatigue” to characterize the general weariness that’s a byproduct of our constant catastrophizing. Throughout history, many people assumed that the end was drawing near and that the world had reached such a chaotic state that no recovery was possible. And then the world kept on turning as it does today. In this episode, we con

Is TikTok Really That Bad? (Yes) 

Oct 15 2024 40 mins  
A recent article detailing the misdeeds of the social media giant is bringing it under scrutiny once again, this time for its role in harming teens, young women in particular. In this episode, we consider the overall value of social media and also pose the question of whether it’s even worth redeeming for the purposes of ministry.

Are We Truly Post-Literate? 

Oct 11 2024 50 mins  
From The Atlantic and National Review to Slate, a slew of recent articles argues that reading among young people is becoming increasingly rare. To be sure, humanities professors have been making this argument for a long time, but the tone has shifted to a more practical concern in these new pieces. Students are simply unwilling (or unable) to read for extended periods of time. In t

Israel, Iran, and the Nature of Global Conflict

Oct 04 2024 39 mins  
Wars and rumors of war are rampant at the moment. The sight of hundreds of rockets lighting up the sky over Jerusalem only intensifies these anxieties. In this episode, we discuss the nature of today’s global conflicts and consider how we might think, pray, and behave responsibly, first as Christians and then as citizens.

Once More On Nationalism (with Stuart McAllister) 

Sep 27 2024 38 mins  
Stuart McAllister grew up in post-war Britain and is no stranger to the allure of nationalism. In this episode, we asked Stuart about his past experiences with nationalism, as well as his read on its global resurgence.