Tillich Today

Reading with Paulus: The Phenomenological Depths of Revelation

In this episode the ground of being gang continues exploring revelation and reason within the context of Tillich's systematic theology. They discuss the nature of revelat

Reading with Paulus: Reason and Revelation

In the latest edition of "Reading with Paulus," the Ground of Being Gang continues making their way through Paul Tillich's Systematic Theology. This week they tackle "Rea

Reading with Paulus: WE FINISHED THE INTRO GUYS!

That's right, Nathan and Taylor managed to actually finish the introduction to the Systematic Theology, with only a small handful of side tangents about philosophy, theol

Reading with Paulus: Introduction

After a much needed summer break, we're back with the soft relaunch of Tillich Today. In this week's episode, we discuss the evolution of the podcast and begin the first

Why Jewish Ethics are Different than Christian Ethics with Rabbi Geoff Mitelman

"Judeo-Christian" morality is a concept that's frequently thrown around in contemporary western culture. The problem? It doesn't really exist. That's why I asked friend o

Can Science and Religion Find Common Ground? with Rabbi Geoff Mitelman

This week, we are joined by Rabbi Geoff Mitelman, founding director of Sinai and Synapses, a non profit that aims to create a vision of religion that embraces critical th

"Trust the Process" with Dr. Thomas J Oord

This week, I welcome Dr. Thomas J. Oord to the podcast to discuss process philosophy, relational theology, and his defense of LGBTQ+ inclusion in Christian spaces. As som

When the Abyss Gazes Back: Nosferatu, Paul Tillich, and the Weimar Republic

As many of you may already know, I also run an educational YouTube channel called BYTE-GEIST. As a special bonus episode this week, I'm uploading one of my recent video e

"The Long and Sartre of it" with Dr. James McLachlan

Tillich Today has returned after a long hiatus! Our first episode features Dr. James McLachlan, a professor at Western Carolina University who specializes in theology and

"The Theology of Daredevil" with Will Rose of Systematic Geekology

In this episode, Will and I geek out on theology, philosophy, and one of our favorite superheroes: Daredevil! Enjoy our conversation on the life and times of Matt Murdock

"Is 'Hell' Biblical" with Dr. Rodney K. Duke

This week, I am cross-posting a popular episode featured on my other podcast, Byte-Geist, to Tillich Today. In this episode of Byte-Geist, I dive into the fiery depths of

"Beer Camp Takeover" with Dr. Tripp Fuller of Homebrewed Christianity

This week, Tillich Today is joined by theology podcast extraordinaire, Dr. Tripp Fuller. We chat about process philosophy, our introductions to the work of Paul Tillich,

"Theology, Culture, and the Art of Wanksy"

What is the relationship between art, religion, and culture? How are existential questions addressed in each? Can offensive street art be spiritually deep? In this video,

"More Money, More Problems: Economic Ethics and Paul Tillich" with Dr. Nimi Wariboko

After a much needed Easter break, Tillich Today is back with Dr. Nimi Wariboko, scholar, professor, and all around smart cookie. We discuss Tillich's thought in the conte

"Paul Tillich and J.R.R. Tolkien: Are They Compatible?" with Nick Polk from the Tolkien Heads Podcast

Today, I'm joined by Tolkien Heads sensation Nick Polk. Together we'll explore the Lord of the Rings, the theology of Tolkien, Tillich, Process Theology, and much, much m

"Ontology and Emanation: An Introduction to Plotinus"

Tillich is well known for embracing a school of thought known as Neoplatonism, creatively pairing its ancient insights with his Existential worldview. Plotinus, popularly

"Jeffing the Ineffable: Ultimate Reality, Paul Tillich, and Naturalism" with Jeffrey Speaks

How does one coherently speak about the ineffable? Was Paul Tillich a religious naturalist? This week, I talk with the ever stupendous Jeff Speaks about metaphysics, apop

"The Abyss Ate My Homework: An Introduction to Friedrich Nietzsche" with Caroline Wall

Paul Tillich was a well known admirer of Nietzsche's philosophy. Reading Tillich with a close eye, the immense influence of good old Freddie on his own thought becomes cr

"Fear and Trembling in Las Vegas" with Nathan Patti

Why are we so afraid of facing death? What's it like to regularly see death and dying as an aspect of your work? Is there a better way to die? In this week's episode, I t

"I am Beyoncé always: Feminism, Theology, and Paul Tillich" with Dr. Rachel Sophia Baard

What is feminist theology? Can applying this lens enhance the way we understand theological categories like sin and grace? And how do we preserve the wisdom of ancient re