Chris Dierkes
Chris was raised in the US and now lives in Canada (having emigrated in via marriage to my beautiful wife). He's a Christian (Anglican) priest, holding a Master’s Degree in Divinity (MDiv).
Though a Christian and that lens ultimately is the one through which he sees the world, Chris has spent a number of years studying and practicing various practices from many of the world’s great religious traditions. He has written and thought a great deal about the relationship between religion, society, and politics in the contemporary world.
In the great debate between secularism and religion (as it is commonly understood and practiced) in our day and age, Chris feels like Leslie Nielsen’s Dr. Rummack in Airplane! When told that the passengers had the choice between fish and steak as their on-flight meal, Rummack responds, “Oh yes, I remember I had the lasagna.”
The fish of secularism and the steak of common religion will not do. Only the lasagna of post-postmodern religion will satiate. We hope you like Italian.
Evolution in Film
Remembrance Day
Evolution of Dance
What Does It Mean To Say 'I Believe in Evolution'?
Foucault Friday
News of the Republic’s Death Greatly Exaggerated
Scott and Chris Debate Foreign Policy
The Emerging Over-Hype on Emerging Markets
Yes, But Can the Street Do Anything Constructive?
Fast Beareth Not False Witness
Famous Birthdays Oct 19: Lewis Mumford
Question of the Day: Ice Cream for Criminals?
Marvin Gaye: His Eye is On The Sparrow
Terry Patten and Thomas Hubl Dialogue
Video of the Day: Human Desire
Spanish Rap
Mondrian on a Runway Model
Being Erica, Being the Ego: The Role of Psychotherapy in Relation to The Spiritual Path
Stephen Hawking and The Design of a Flawed Argument
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Most Popular Discussions
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Thomas Hübl: Shadow Work in Evolutionary Spirituality
Written by Chris DierkesAn interview with Thomas Hübl on shadow work within the context of evolutionary spiritualty.8 comments Read more...
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Underappreciated Podcast: CR Avery on Sonny Boy Williamson and graffiti
Written by TJ DaweThis is a first in a new series of podcasts, exploring the ignored and underestimated.6 comments Read more...
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Totem Figures Interview with Lindsay Robertson
Written by TJ DaweLindsay Roberston is a Vancouver based singer/songwriting, originally from Guelph Ontario. Her totems are Bob Marley, Tom Waits, Bob Dylan, Martin Tielli and Bessie Smith.5 comments Read more...
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Totem Figures Interview with John Showman
Written by TJ DaweJohn Showman is a fiddler conversant in bluegrass, folk, country, pop, classical, you name it. He talks about the various teachers and artists who inspired him to play the instrument.2 comments Read more...
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Totem Figures Interview with Dr. Gabor Mate
Written by TJ DaweGabor Mate is a doctor and best-selling author. His totems are Gautama Buddha, Yeshua (aka Jesus), Karl Marx, Albert Einstein and Sigmund Freud. Beethoven's in there too.2 comments Read more...
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Darrin Drda Part I- Peril and Promise
Written by Chris DierkesAn interview with Darrin Drda, author of The Four Global Truths.2 comments Read more...
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Darrin Drda Part III- The 3 Afflictions and Their Antidotes
Written by Chris DierkesContinuing interview with Darrin, this section's on love of the enemy, within and without.2 comments Read more...
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Darrin Drda Part II- Planetary Initiation and Participatory Reality
Written by Trevor MalkinsonAn interview with Darrin Drda, author of The Four Global Truths.1 comment Read more...
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Darrin Drda Part IV- Global Addiction and the Road to Recovery
Written by Trevor MalkinsonOur final segment with Darrin, looking at moving "from the hole inside, to feeling holy inside".1 comment Read more...