"Have You Lost Your Religion?" - A Personal Reflection on Faith and Humanity

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In this episode, Joa shares a thought-provoking moment when her husband asked her if she had lost her religion. Listen as she explores her complex answer, which touches on the role of religion as a guide in her life, the fallibility of human-led institutions, and the powerful lesson of loving thy neighbor.

The book Joa refers to in this episode is Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism by Amanda Montell

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