A Pastor and a Philosopher Walk into a Bar

Recovering Enchantment in a Secular Age: Interview with Richard Beck

May 18, 2024 Season 4 Episode 20
Recovering Enchantment in a Secular Age: Interview with Richard Beck
A Pastor and a Philosopher Walk into a Bar
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A Pastor and a Philosopher Walk into a Bar
Recovering Enchantment in a Secular Age: Interview with Richard Beck
May 18, 2024 Season 4 Episode 20

Psychologist and author Richard Beck joins us to discuss his recent book Hunting Magic Eels: Recovering an Enchanted Faith in a Skeptical Age. Richard is an engaging critic of some forms of contemporary "disenchanted" spirituality. He's also a fun dialogue partner and a good sport, who was willing to roll with Kyle's annoying philosophy questions. Some stuff we discuss in this conversation:

  • Is our age really disenchanted?
  • Does enchantment need to be transcendent?
  • What's wrong with consumerist spirituality?
  • What about the "spiritual but not religious" crowd?
  • Are Catholics more enchanted than Protestants?
  • What do dancing gorillas and paying attention have to do with God?
  • What about mystical experiences?
  • Is Kyle a narcissist and/or a sociopath?

And more!

The whiskey we taste in this episode is 4 Roses single barrel 18 year old bourbon.

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Psychologist and author Richard Beck joins us to discuss his recent book Hunting Magic Eels: Recovering an Enchanted Faith in a Skeptical Age. Richard is an engaging critic of some forms of contemporary "disenchanted" spirituality. He's also a fun dialogue partner and a good sport, who was willing to roll with Kyle's annoying philosophy questions. Some stuff we discuss in this conversation:

  • Is our age really disenchanted?
  • Does enchantment need to be transcendent?
  • What's wrong with consumerist spirituality?
  • What about the "spiritual but not religious" crowd?
  • Are Catholics more enchanted than Protestants?
  • What do dancing gorillas and paying attention have to do with God?
  • What about mystical experiences?
  • Is Kyle a narcissist and/or a sociopath?

And more!

The whiskey we taste in this episode is 4 Roses single barrel 18 year old bourbon.

=====

Want to support us?

The best way is to subscribe to our Patreon. Annual memberships are available for a 10% discount.

If you'd rather make a one-time donation, you can contribute through our PayPal.


Other important info:

  • Rate & review us on Apple & Spotify
  • Follow us on social media at @PPWBPodcast
  • Watch & comment on YouTube
  • Email us at pastorandphilosopher@gmail.com

Cheers!

Introduction
Beverage Tasting
Interview