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The State of Belief

Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush’s weekly podcast features conversations with diverse leaders — spiritual, civic, and artistic— who strive to build a more just and inclusive America. The show highlights personal stories of resilience, promotes religious diversity, and combats extremism. It also explores how citizens and politicians can collaborate to create a welcoming nation, celebrating the positive contributions of diverse beliefs.

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On Freedom, Tyranny, and Resilience: Historian Timothy Snyder on The State of Belief Podcast

On Freedom, Tyranny, and Resilience: Historian Timothy Snyder on The State of Belief Podcast

December 16, 2024

Join Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush on The State of Belief as he engages with Dr. Timothy Snyder, a renowned historian and author, in a compelling discussion on freedom, tyranny, and the challenges of our times. Explore the nuances of positive vs. negative freedom and the importance of maintaining personal values amidst external pressures. Subscribe for insightful weekly episodes.

16/12/2024
Timothy Snyder
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Did Christian Nationalism Shape the 2024 Election? A Discussion on The State of Belief Podcast

Did Christian Nationalism Shape the 2024 Election? A Discussion on The State of Belief Podcast

December 9, 2024

Explore the impact of Christian Nationalism on American politics in this week's episode of The State of Belief. Host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush and guests, including Dr. Matthew D. Taylor, analyze its influence on the 2024 election and beyond. Featuring insights from the creators of the documentary Bad Faith, this episode delves into the movement's threat to democracy. Subscribe for weekly episodes.

9/12/2024
Matthew Taylor
Todd Stiefel
Stephen Ujlaki
Institute for Islamic Jewish Christian Studies
The Subversive Power of Gratitude with Diana Butler Bass

The Subversive Power of Gratitude with Diana Butler Bass

December 4, 2024

This week's episode of 'The State of Belief' dives into themes of gratitude from multiple perspectives, featuring conversations with Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush's sons and Dr. Diana Butler Bass on the transformative power of thankfulness.

4/12/2024
Diana Butler Bass
Walter Raushenbush
Glenn Raushenbush
The Cottage
Antisemitism: Canary in the Coal Mine to Destroying Democracy with Rabbi Jill Jacobs

Antisemitism: Canary in the Coal Mine to Destroying Democracy with Rabbi Jill Jacobs

November 25, 2024

Rabbi Jill Jacobs discusses T’ruah’s mission to advocate for human rights, address antisemitism, and promote justice amid the ongoing crisis in Israel and Gaza.

25/11/2024
Jill Jacobs
T’ruah: The Rabbinic Call for Human Rights
How to End Christian Nationalism with Amanda Tyler

How to End Christian Nationalism with Amanda Tyler

November 18, 2024

A discussion on Christian Nationalism and its impact on religious freedom and democracy in America featuring Amanda Tyler.

18/11/2024
Amanda Tyler
BJC, Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty
Election 2024: No Mandate for Extremism

Election 2024: No Mandate for Extremism

November 9, 2024

State of Belief host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush talks with Skye Perryman of "Democracy Forward", Katherine Stewart, author of "The Power Worshippers", and Religion News Service journalists Adelle M. Banks and Bob Smietana.

9/11/2024
Skye Perryman
Katherine Stewart
Adelle Banks
Bob Smietana
Democracy Forward

About State of Belief

Paul hosts weekly conversations with inspiring spiritual leaders, civic exemplars, artists and activists from across the country who are working, in the words of the great James Baldwin, ‘to achieve our country.’ The State of Belief Radio features personal stories of resilience with individuals from diverse backgrounds and offers stories from communities across America who are working for an inclusive religious diversity with dignity for people of faith and no faith.

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About the team

Learn more about the Producer of The State of Belief Podcast, Ray Kirstein.

The State of Belief Producer

Ray Kirstein

Ray has been our producer since 2010. In recent years, Ray has made his home in Leipzig, Germany while continuing to produce State of Belief Radio.

The State of Belief Host

Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush

Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush is President and CEO of Interfaith Alliance.