Paul Anleitner is a cultural theologian whose work focuses on the role of culture and story in our quest for meaning. He has been featured on NewsNation, Fox News, CNN, Christianity Today, and today joins me to discuss his new book, 'Based on a True Story: Vibe Shifts, the End of Deconstruction, and the Reboot of Meaning'.
http://www.paulanleitner.org
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00:50 Introduction to Cultural Theology
03:23 Understanding the Meaning Crisis
05:58 The Role of Narrative in Meaning
08:34 Embracing the Cringe: A Cultural Shift
11:22 Self-Authoring vs. Shared Stories
15:04 The Intersection of Christianity and Modernity
19:25 The Return to Tradition in Christianity
27:17 Flourishing and Meaning in Life
37:15 The Evolution of Spirituality and Consciousness
40:11 Cultural Renewal and Human Flourishing
44:30 The Global Meaning Crisis
46:18 The Universal Nature of the Christian Story
50:39 The Power of Story in Shaping Culture
55:49 The Role of Power and Leadership in Society
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