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Common Threads: An Interfaith Dialogue - Podcast

Common Threads: An Interfaith Dialogue

 Fred Stella

Rated as the #1 podcast on all matters interfaith by Feedspot (https://blog.feedspot.com/interfaith_podcasts/), this is a weekly program that airs on Michigan NPR affiliates WGVU and WGVK. These 2 stations cover the entire western portion of the state. The show is hosted by Fred Stella, President of Interfaith Dialogue Association, an affiliate of Kaufman Interfaith Institute, which operates out of Grand Valley State University, the license holder of both stations.

Each week Fred invites clerics, authors, activists and the occasional mystic into conversation about the role of spirituality and religion in politics, world affairs, societies and individuals. The parameters are quite wide.

Besides his passion for all things transcendent, Fred Stella has an extensive resume in the world of media. Since his graduation from college Fred has worked in multiple radio formats, including news/talk, where he developed his skills in the art of the interview. He also has extensive experience in TV, stage, web entertainment, audiobook narration and more. He lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Religion & Spirituality Interviews News Progressive News Commentary Religion Philosophy Society & Culture
Update frequency
every 11 days
Average duration
54 minutes
Episodes
334
Years Active
2020 - 2025
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Religious Rhetoric in the Media Part 1

Religious Rhetoric in the Media Part 1

Conversation on religion in mass media.
00:28:28  |   Tue 12 May 2020
I Did Not Die & Go to Heaven Part 2

I Did Not Die & Go to Heaven Part 2

A conversation about false claims of Heaven visitation continues.
00:27:24  |   Fri 01 May 2020
I Did Not Die & Go to Heaven Part 1

I Did Not Die & Go to Heaven Part 1

Interview with Ruth Graham on false claims of Heaven visitation
00:25:10  |   Thu 30 Apr 2020
When God Had a Wife Part 2

When God Had a Wife Part 2

Further conversation with co-author of the book When God Had a Wife.
00:26:20  |   Mon 27 Apr 2020
When God Had a Wife Part 1

When God Had a Wife Part 1

This is about research into the history of the feminine divine within the Judeo-Christian tradition.
00:27:27  |   Sat 25 Apr 2020
Reincarnation Perspectives Part 2

Reincarnation Perspectives Part 2

Continuing conversation on Reincarnation & the research that indicates it just might be a thing.
00:28:27  |   Sat 25 Apr 2020
The Story of Exodus Part 2

The Story of Exodus Part 2

A continuation of the conversation about the historical evidence about the flight from Egypt of the Jews.
00:28:16  |   Fri 24 Apr 2020
Reincarnation Perspectives Part I

Reincarnation Perspectives Part I

A conversation about scientific research into the phenomenon of rebirth by the University of Virginia.
00:27:05  |   Wed 22 Apr 2020
How Jews Saved Hollywood Part 1

How Jews Saved Hollywood Part 1

Story of how Nazis attempted to take over LA during WWII, but were thwarted by a group of Jews & Gentile allies.
00:28:28  |   Tue 21 Apr 2020
How Jews saved Hollywood Part 2

How Jews saved Hollywood Part 2

Our conversation continues with the author of the book that exposed antisemitism in LA during WWII.
00:27:01  |   Mon 20 Apr 2020
Common Threads: The Story of Exodus Part 1

Common Threads: The Story of Exodus Part 1

Did the Exodus happen as described in the Bible? Jewish scholar Sheldon Kopprel investigate the latest evidence & speculation.
00:27:57  |   Sat 18 Apr 2020
What Do You Believe Now: The Spiritual Journeys of American Millennials: Part II

What Do You Believe Now: The Spiritual Journeys of American Millennials: Part II

Sarah Feinbloom talks about her film, ‘What Do You Believe Now: The Spiritual Journeys of American Millennials'

Theme music "Nigal."

00:57:58  |   Wed 04 Mar 2020
God & The Brain: Part II

God & The Brain: Part II

Dr. Kelly James Clark joins us to talk about his book, ‘God and the Brain: The Rationality of Belief.’

Dr. Clark is Senior Research Fellow at the Kaufman Interfaith Institute and Professor at Grand Va…

00:28:01  |   Fri 28 Feb 2020
God & The Brain: Part I

God & The Brain: Part I

Dr. Kelly James Clark joins us to talk about his book, ‘God and the Brain: The Rationality of Belief.’

Dr. Clark is Senior Research Fellow at the Kaufman Interfaith Institute and Professor at Grand Va…

00:28:09  |   Wed 26 Feb 2020
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