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Hosted by Eli Zaffirini · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 25 episodes
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Exploring religion, spirituality, and skepticism through real stories. No debates. No shouting. Just thoughtful conversations about how we find meaning, identity, and connection in a changing world.
Eli Zaffirini hosts Kinda Religious, a religion show with 25 episodes published.
This episode explores the controversy surrounding the Texas State Board of Education's new K-12 reading list, which heavily features Protestant Christian texts and biblical stories. Blake Ziegler, Field Organizer for Tex
Pastor and professor Michael Grayston talks about what artificial intelligence may be doing to our relationships, our work, and even our spiritual lives. His concern is what happens when a helpful tool begins to function
Travel content creator Taylor Parr shares his incredible stories of global travel (about 40 countries in all), exploring religious sites, cultural traditions, and the profound impact of travel on his worldview. Discover
In this episode, Cara Schulz discusses the challenges faced by religious minorities in the U.S. Military, the importance of religious freedom, and her personal journey into paganism. She highlights the impact of military
Therapist Danielle Kaplan shares insights on dialectical thinking, the importance of flexibility in life, and how ancient philosophies influence modern therapy. She discusses practices that resonate with Jewish tradition
Therapist Danielle Kaplan shares insights on dialectical thinking, the importance of flexibility in life, and how ancient philosophies influence modern therapy. She discusses practices that resonate with Jewish tradition
Christian Sundberg shares his insights into consciousness, spiritual awakening, and the nature of reality, exploring how life on Earth serves as a powerful spiritual growth opportunity. This conversation delves into pre-
Austin Albanese shares insights on the significance of small town Jewish histories, community memory, and the universal aspects of Jewish identity across time and place. Discover how local stories shape broader cultural
Ethnographer of Religion Dr. Natalie Avalos explores the deep roots of indigenous religious traditions, the impact of settler colonialism, and paths toward healing the ontological wounds of colonization. She discusses th
There are so many stories about Gen Z conversion to more traditional or more conservative denominations of Christianity. Whether this is a trend is debatable, but the lived experience of young adults in this cohort provi
Therapist and relationship coach Karen Gwaltney shares her journey through an evangelical upbringing, her crisis of faith, and her work in therapy focusing on religious trauma, spiritual abuse, and healthy relationships.
An enlightening conversation with Rev. Connie Habash who explores the intersection of spirituality, psychology, and nature. She discusses the concept of awakening the true self, the pitfalls of organized religion, and pr
Yesenia Anaya shares her journey growing up as a Jehovah's Witness, navigating faith, community, and personal growth. She discusses the beliefs of Jehovah's Witnesses, her experiences with disfellowshipping, and her path
Activist and writer Elad Nehorai shares his religious journey through Jewish communities, his critique of community structures, and his insights on social media, community building, and the rise of extremism. In this con
A pastor who is part of a lawsuit against her children's school district to stop them from posting the 10 Commandments in the classrooms, Rev. Kristen Klade shares her experiences as a Lutheran pastor and hospice chaplai
Gabrielle Deonath, a Guyanese-American Muslim writer and editor, discusses her unique cultural heritage and the intersection of identity, religion, and writing. Gabrielle shares insights into her family's history, tracin
Aaric Eisenstein, known as the Avian Rebbe, shares his journey of combining bird photography with Jewish teachings. Aaric discusses how birdwatching became a therapeutic escape during the COVID-19 pandemic and emphasizes
In this conversation, Rabbi Israel Horowitz shares his transformative journey from an ultra-Orthodox upbringing to a personal, Torah-centered spirituality. He critiques the legalistic nature of Yeshiva education and the
Kinda Religious podcast, hosted by Eli Zaffirini, aims to explore diverse, personal stories of finding meaning, identity, and connection in life. This podcast seeks to promote mutual understanding and of the cultural dir
In this episode, Eli speaks with Cody Robinson, a prominent United Keetoowah scholar and theologian, about the intersection of Native American spirituality and Methodism. They explore the importance of community in faith
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Kinda Religious is hosted by Eli Zaffirini. The show is categorised under religion (spirituality) and has published 25 episodes.
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