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Wisdom Keepers: Healing a Divided People
David Brooks - Repairing America’s Broken Social Bonds
Season 2025
Episode 8
Ray Suarez speaks with author David Brooks about spiritual and social upheaval in American culture. Brooks outlines the importance of community, possibilities for cultural renaissance, and the need to rebuild a sense of shared purpose.
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Ray Suarez speaks with Philosopher and Cognitive Scientist John Vervaeke.
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Ray Suarez speaks with author Sr. Joan Chittister about spiritual life and her personal journey.
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Ray Suarez speaks with the founder of the Christian Cultural Center, Pastor A.R. Bernard.
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Ray Suarez speaks with philosopher Simon Critchley about mysticism and belief.
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Ray Suarez speaks with Rev. Kelly Brown Douglas about the search for meaning.
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Ray Suarez speaks with writer Kevin Kelly about our relationship with technology.
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Ray Suarez speaks with scientist Francis Collins about science and faith.
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A series exploring life’s fundamental questions with the world’s most profound thinkers.