Season 27

Taming our Technologies: [Spiritual] Practices for a Digital Age

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This season's special co-host, Jay Y. Kim, will be joining Ruth all season long to explore the impact technology is having on our lives with God, our attention span, our parenting, our community, and our creativity. Jay and Ruth will wrestle with their own questions and wonderings about finding balance in using technology in good and helpful ways while also acknowledging its challenges. This season aims to be gracefully thought-provoking, practically helpful, and ultimately hopeful and encouraging.

Season 27: Episode 0 | Taming our Technologies: [Spiritual] Practices for a Digital Age

September 12, 2025

We’re back for Season 27, titled “Taming our Technologies: [Spiritual] Practices for a Digital Age.” This season we have a special co-host, pastor, author, and podcast host Jay Y. Kim!…

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Season 27: Episode 1 | Turning Off the Noise, Tuning In to Our Life with God

September 17, 2025

This week, Ruth and Jay delve into the challenges and opportunities presented by technology in our spiritual lives. They discuss the necessity of solitude, silence, and retreat for spiritual formation…

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Season 27: Episode 2 | Paying Attention to What’s Getting our Attention

September 24, 2025

In this episode, Ruth and Jay dive into the impact of digital technology on our attention spans and mental health. They reflect on personal experiences of technology’s pervasive influence and…

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Season 27: Episode 3 | The Kids Will Be Alright, Right?

October 1, 2025

This week, Ruth and Jay are joined by producer Colleen to discuss the challenges and strategies of parenting in the digital age. They discuss what they see as the pressing…

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Season 27: Episode 4 | Beyond Relevance to Transcendence in Community

October 8, 2025

In this episode, Ruth and returning guest Jay Kim explore the intersection of technology and community within the church. They discuss the nuances of digital and in-person church experiences, the…

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Season 27: Episode 5 | Creative Work: Partnering with God in an Age of Distraction

October 15, 2025

As we wrap up our season Taming our Technologies: [Spiritual] Practices for a Digital Age, Ruth and Jay delve into the topic of technology’s impact on deep and creative work.…

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