In this episode of Being Human, hosts Jo Frost and Peter Lynas discuss the increasing interest in Christianity among Gen Z and young men, exploring the profound cultural and spiritual shifts underlying this trend. They highlight the rising curiosity in faith, supported by empirical data and real-life stories.
Delving into the intellectual journeys sparked by public figures like Jordan Peterson and Russell Brand they look at how these influences shape individuals' exploration of Christianity. They also examine how these cultural shifts align with biblical narratives, emphasising the importance of witnessing and interceding.
The episode concludes with practical advice for anchoring spiritual growth in daily practices and fostering a supportive community for new believers.
00:00 Introduction: The Growing Interest in Faith
00:38 Exploring the Cultural Shifts
01:31 The Quiet Revival: Is It Real?
02:41 Focus on Young Men and Gen Z
05:35 Public Figures and Faith
09:21 Generational Trends in Faith
14:27 The Role of Intellectuals and Public Discourse
19:14 Biblical Stories and Their Relevance
28:41 Witnessing and Intercession
35:24 Conclusion
Links to items discussed
The Rest Is History Podcast
Joe Rogan interviews Wesley Huff, January 7, 2025: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwyAX69xG1Q
The Times, Gen Z survey January 25, 2025
Bible Society report, ‘The Quiet Revival’ April 2025: https://www.biblesociety.org.uk/research/quiet-revival
Dominion – Tom Holland.
Giles Coren article in The Times, This Lent I will turn atheism into ashes
The Best of Friends – Phil Knox
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The vibe shift is coming for us all
Join Jo and Peter in a new episode of Being Human as they reflect on the concept of the 'vibe shift' and its far-reaching effects on today’s cultural and social dynamics. They explore real-life examples from changes in corporate culture and political realignments to the evolving ways people express their faith in public. Through their discussion, they emphasise the importance of grounding oneself in scripture and liturgy to navigate these shifting cultural landscapes, offering a stable foundation in Jesus. Tune in for an engaging exploration of how to live truly and fully human in today's ever-changing world.
00:00 Introduction: Cultural shifts
00:30 Welcome to Being Human
01:20 Exploring the Vibe Shift
03:21 Cultural Examples of the Vibe Shift
14:23 Faith and the Vibe Shift
26:15 Practices for Navigating in Changing Times
Links mentioned
Santiago Pliego: pliego.substack.com/p/vibe-shift
Alison P. Davis New York Magazine article: A Vibe Shift Is Coming. Will any of us survive it? www.thecut.com/a-vibe-shift-is-coming
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Unpacking Freedom: Cultural stories and biblical practices
Jo and Peter return to unpack freedom, chatting through insights on the topics of free speech, social justice and asking if it's okay to stop others from exercising their freedom to protect your own.
Explore the dynamic exchange between Jo Frost and Peter Lynas as they delve into cultural conversations and biblical practices to explore what freedom, faith, and being truly, fully human looks like today in our latest podcast episode! Tune in for an engaging discussion that resonates with current debates and timeless truths.
00:00 Introduction: Absolute freedom is a myth
00:33: JD Vance and free speech
01:35: What is freedom?
02:12: Freedom and Individualism
06:58: Are our freedoms under threat?
07:03: Coercion and Assisted Suicide
10:57: Freedom in the Digital Age
13:42: Biblical Perspective on Freedom
25:41: Christian Practices for Freedom
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Being Human in the chaos of Trump, tech bros and global crisis
In the first episode of the Being Human podcast season six, Jo Frost and Peter Lynas dive into the widespread feeling of chaos in today's world, exploring its implications on personal, cultural, and societal levels. Chatting through the different cultural stories, from politics to technology that contribute to this sense of chaotic madness, they pull on the threads of the God story to help us make sense of what’s happening and ask how practices such as fasting, hospitality, and worship can bring order and peace.
Time stamps
00:00 Introduction: It’s a mad, mad world
00:47 Exploring Cultural Stories
01:55 Understanding Chaosity
04:08 Global and Technological Chaos
10:48 Personal and Community Chaos
13:24 Biblical Perspective on Chaos
25:54 Christian Practices for Order
36:10 Conclusion and Call to Action
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Health and wellness
In the final episode of the season, hosts Jo Frost and Peter Lynas discuss the intricate relationship between health, wellness, and what it means to be truly, fully human. Exploring the cultural stories that shape our view of health and wellness, they delve into topics such as nutrition, sleep, body image, and mental well-being.
As with all episodes in this season, Jo and Peter use the Being Human lens to analyse these aspects through the aspects of presence, significance, participation, and connection. They highlight the cultural contradictions surrounding health and wellness and emphasise the importance of community, hospitality, and generosity for a holistic and healthier life. Practical applications like fasting, simplicity, and hospitality are recommended to cultivate wholeness and better health.
00:00 Season Finale Announcement
01:13 Today we’re chatting health and wellness
02:23 Recap on the Being Human lens
04:07 The importance of sleep
07:50 Health span vs. Life span
09:17 Holistic health and wellness
12:57 What does the God story tell us about healthy bodies?
19:18 Health inequality and the challenge of dignity and respect
23:33 Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit
24:26 Participation and the sedentary lifestyle
26:27 Health data and health tracking
29:22 The influence of social media on health
31:27 Connection through food and relationships
34:45 Health as a justice issue
37:33 Practices for health and wellness
43:51 That’s a wrap!
Join Jo Frost and Peter Lynas for a conversation asking what it really means to be human. Listen in as they discuss some of the biggest issues of our day, all the while exploring how we can ensure that it’s God’s story that ultimately defines who we are and how we live our lives.
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