Centering the Table: A Call to Overcome Tribalization and Find Belonging

I speak with Professor Jesse Smith from Benedictine College about his article "Sociology in the Age of Trump," ( https://www.thepublicdiscourse.com/2024/04/93081/) focusing on the sociological perspectives of Trump voters. We discuss the political polarization in America, the impact of religion, and...

I speak with Reverend Beth Chrisman about the Purple Church Initiative, which aims to bridge partisan divides within congregations by fostering inclusivity and dialogue. We discuss the initiative's origins and its practical tools, like "Conversation Across the Aisles," designed to promote healthy di...

Tessa works at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota as a program manager for Faith+Lead Academy. She is the co-author of Leading Faithful Innovation: Following God into a Hopeful Future, published by Fortress Press in April 2023. We talk about the spiritual practice of Dwelling In the Word, what i...