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Posts Tagged ‘anti-Catholicism’
Quin Monson on Norms, Religion, and Politics
How are different religious traditions viewed at the ballot box? Prof. Quin Monson, a political scientist at BYU, discusses a recent study he and several colleagues conducted on religious biases and sanctioning of norm violations during the 2012 presidential election. Our conversation covers how norms are used in society, when violations of norms are punished by individuals, what religious groups are considered “outside the norm” and by whom, and whether and how attitudes towards different groups may change over time. Ring in the new year by subscribing to our podcast on iTunes, playerFM, and other RSS feeds. We’re free of charge! [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] Rodney Stark on Myths of the Reformation
Many misconceptions surround the Protestant Reformation, from it being the birth of capitalism to it prompting Europe’s secularization. Noted sociologist of religion Rodney Stark (Baylor ISR) joins us to discuss these myths and more. With the 500th anniversary of the Reformation just about a month away, this is a great opportunity to refresh on some interesting talking points to engage your friends, family, and colleagues. Join us on Facebook and Twitter for regular (but not an overwhelmingly large number of) updates! [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] John Fea on the American Bible Society
Happy bicentennial to the American Bible Society, celebrating its 200th year in operation on May 11, 2016. To celebrate, we invite historian John Fea (Messiah College) to discuss the history of the ABS and his recent book “The Bible Cause.” We track the changes to this quintessential American institution over time, emphasizing how it reflected and shaped our society over the past two centuries. Please follow us on Facebook and Twitter, and tell your friends we are a great educational resource with 290 free episodes archived. [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] James Patterson on MLK, Fulton Sheen, & Jerry Falwell
What do Martin Luther King Jr., Fulton Sheen, and Jerry Falwell have in common? Other than being religious figures in the 20th century, most folks might struggle to and an answer to that question. However, this week’s guess — Dr. James Patterson — explains what these charismatic figures have in common and how they are different. We focus on their religious and political foundations and how this played out in their mass media strategies. Got a suggestion for a guest, drop us a line on Facebook or Twitter. [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] Patrick Mason on Anti-Mormonism and Mitt Romney
With Mitt Romney making waves as a presidential candidate frontrunner for the Republican Party, we visit with Prof. Patrick Mason to discuss the history of anti-Mormon bigotry in the United States tracing it back to the founding of the faith in the 1820s. Subscribe to us on iTunes and let your friends know about us by using the social media links below. Thanks! [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] |
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