Join us for highlights from an in-person conversation with the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew Doyle, Bishop of Texas, about the challenges of modern-day faith. Through the lens of Bishop Doyle’s latest book, we discussed the forces that challenge our spiritual lives and how we can respond with courage, clarity, and conviction.    Additional Resources: https://www.churchpublishing.org/unabashedfaith

Join us for a special edition of Crossroads featuring a conversation with Dr. Jane Goodall and Dean Randy Hollerith, recorded just 12 days before her passing. Known and beloved around the world for her groundbreaking study of wild chimpanzees and as a global advocate for human rights, animal welfare, and species protection, Dr. Jane spoke to us about faith and hope, the power of curiosity, and the importance of empowering young people to advocate for conservation and the fundamental need to respect all forms of life on Earth.   Additional Resources: https://janegoodall.org/ https://rootsandshoots.org/  

The Rev. Dr. Russ Levenson, Jr., acclaimed author and spiritual advisor to the late George H.W. and Barbara Bush, joins Dean Randy Hollerith to discuss Rev. Levenson’s latest book, Witness to Belief. Listen along as they dive into insights from the book’s unique collection of interviews—from cultural icons to Oscar winners—on how their Christian faith has fueled their creativity and guided them through the challenges of their lives.   Download transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Ep-41-Transcript.pdf   Additional Resources: Witness to Belief

“Do no harm” and “treat the whole person” are fundamental principles of the medical field and also resonate with pastoral care rooted in the Christian tradition. Internationally-renowned physician-scientist Dr. Michael DeBaun joins Canon Missioner Leonard Hamlin and Dr. Sonia Coman to discuss how these principles guide the work of doctors and spiritual shepherds in today’s highly techonologized environment.   Download transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Ep-40-transcript.pdf   Additional Resources: Dr. DeBaun's Election to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Continuing our exploration of AI and ethics, the podcast welcomes David Timis, an expert in disruptive technologies and workforce development. With experience at Google and now as part of the leadership of Generation, one of the world’s largest employment nonprofits, David lends his perspective and insight to this timely conversation on how AI is reshaping the workforce.   Download transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Ep-39-Transcript.pdf   Additional Resources: Learn more about David The Human Difference in the AI Age

Icons of biblical and American history adorn many of the Cathedral’s stained glass windows, needlepoint kneelers, and stone carvings. Chosen at the time as figures to be remembered or emulated, what advice or insight might these icons have for us about the challenges of our current society? Canon Leonard Hamlin joins Kevin Eckstrom for a creative exploration of Cathedral iconography.   Additional Resources: "Icons Speak" in Cathedral Age

How can the simple act of gathering interfaith groups for a meal help promote peace? The Rev. Terry Kyllo, Executive Director of Paths to Understanding, is exploring this idea through The Potluck Project. He joins Cathedral Dean Randy Hollerith to discuss how this small yet profound exercise can overcome division and help foster understanding across denominations and faiths.   Additional Resources: The Potluck Project A Better Way

The Cathedral is home to one of 12 special editions of the Saint John’s Bible — the first hand-written, hand-illuminated Bible commissioned by a Benedictine monastery in over 500 years. The Rev. Dr. John F. Ross, Executive Director of The Saint John’s Bible Heritage Edition, joins the podcast to share the inspiring story behind this masterpiece of Biblical art.   Download transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Ep-36-Transcript.pdf   Additional Resources: Learn more about the St. John's Bible Contact Rev. Dr. Ross  Turning the Pages - Explore a digital version of St. John's Bible A Closer Look at the Cathedral's Copy of the St. John's Bible

In today’s increasingly AI-powered world, how can churches help their parishioners utilize AI while staying authentic and ethical? The Rev. Mercedes Clements and the Rev. Peter Levenstrong, co-hosts of the AI Church Toolkit podcast, join Dr. Sonia Coman and the Rev. Jo Nygard Owens to discuss ways to center your creativity and your relationship with God to help navigate this new era of disruptive technology.   Additional Resources: AI Church Toolkit Podcast Living Stories Sermons

As we celebrate July 4th and mark just one year until America’s milestone 250th birthday, multidisciplinary artist Chas Fagan joins Kevin Eckstrom and Dr. Sonia Coman for a closer look at our nation’s history at the Cathedral. Fagan, who painted the official portrait of First Lady Barbara Bush and sculpted a statue of President Ronald Reagan at National Airport, shares his unique insights on American iconography at the Cathedral, including his own carvings. Additional Resources: Crossroads episode featuring Chas on St. Phoebe carving Crossroads episode on Edith Wilson

Join us for highlights of an exclusive conversation with Bishop Mariann Budde and Rev. Jo Nygard Owens. Recorded in front of an intimate gathering at the Cathedral, their discussion explores how we can hold onto hope and lean into joy even in the midst of today’s challenges.   Additional Resources: A Better Way

As we mark ten years since the senseless murder of nine parishioners of Mother Emanuel A.M.E. Church in Charleston, Senior Pastor Eric S.C. Manning joins the Rev. Canon Leonard Hamlin and the Rev. Jo Nygard Owens for a poignant and inspiring conversation about forgiveness.   Additional Resources: Mother Emanuel AMEC Context and Timeline of the Cathedral's Now and Forever Windows

The Cathedral will soon unveil a new addition to its iconography – a beautifully carved statue of St. Phoebe. The Rev. Jo Nygard Owens chats with painter/sculptor Chas Fagan and Cathedral stone carver Sean Callahan about their creative cross-medium collaboration for this project and the significance of St. Phoebe.   Additional Resources: Photo gallery of St. Phoebe statue Learn more about Chas Fagan Chas' portrait of Barbara Bush St. Phoebe on the Episcopal Lectionary Elie Wiesel carving Jonathan Daniels carving Crossroads Ep. 12 - Meet our Stonemasons Crossroads Ep. 26 - Celebrating Woman at the Cathedral

In a special episode in New York City, the Cathedral’s podcast team sits down with Moran Cerf, neuroscientist, professor of business, and storyteller, to discuss how world-changing advances in science and technology can reshape our sense of self.   Full episode - video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oP6ph4NakTw   Additional Resources: Moran's website Moran Cerf at the Center for Advanced Technology and Human Performance Moran Cerf at Return on AI Moran Cerf at Columbia Business School TED Talk by Moran Cerf on Neuroscience and Brain Implants Crick and the invention of the double helix in the DNA

Our ability to know the historical Jesus is limited at best, but award-winning author Elaine Pagels uses little-known primary sources and her own deep faith to assemble the puzzle of Jesus of Nazareth and the enduring power of the Christian message.   Additional Resources: Elaine's sermon at the Cathedral Miracles and Wonders More on Marc Chagall  

To celebrate the one-year anniversary of our Crossroads podcast, host Jo Nygard Owens is joined by the Dean, our Vicar, and other clergy and staff to answers listeners’ questions for a behind-the-scenes glimpse into life at the Cathedral.   Episodes Highlighted: Episode 1 - Where Sacred and Civic Meet Episode 2 - AI and Ethics Episode 6 - US Presidents and the Cathedral Episode 12 - Meet Our Stonemasons Episode 13 - A Better Way to Coping with Anxiety Episode 16 - America’s Milestone Birthday Episode 20 - Christmas Confidential Episode 21 - New Year Decisions and Routines

The new Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church, Sean Rowe, and host Jo Nygard Owens discuss Bishop Rowe’s unique start and vision for the church in our digitally connected age.   Submit your question for our Ask Me Anything episode: https://cathedral.org/podcast   Download transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Ep-27-Transcript.pdf   Additional Resources: Seating of Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe: https://www.youtube.com/live/XrKQ-cbT2uc?si=uWupZ0o3NOjh4j3U

From our stained glass and carvings to leadership in worship, women have been important in the life of the Cathedral from the beginning. The Cathedral’s Provost, Jan Cope, Director of Creative Engagement, Mimi McNamara, and host Jo Nygard Owens highlight the women who have forged a path at the Cathedral.   Submit your question for our Ask Me Anything episode: https://cathedral.org/podcast   Download transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Ep-26-Transcript.pdf   Additional Resources: Crossroads episode discussing Smithsonian Folklife Festival: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dch7FHOSlN8

Spiritual writer and teacher John Philip Newell joins the Rev. Jo Nygard Owens to discuss how each of us can interact with both ancient and modern wisdom to bring deep knowing to the surface, discovering ourselves and working toward a better world.   Submit your question for our Ask Me Anything episode: https://cathedral.org/podcast   Download Transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Ep-25-Transcript.pdf   Additional Resources: Sacred Earth, Sacred Soul - Retreat with John Philip at the Cathedral Earth & Soul Initiative The Great Search - Book Information

Martin Luther King III and his wife, Arndrea Waters King, will join the Rev. Jo Nygard Owens and the Rev. Canon Leonard Hamlin to share how he is working to make his father’s dream a reality by building understanding, empathy and unity between people and communities.   Download transcript: https://cathedral.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Ep-24-Transcript.pdf   Additional Resources: Realize the Dream: A movement to uplift and transform communities in America and the world. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s sermon at the Cathedral Martin Luther King III's sermon at the Cathedral Yolanda King's sermon at the Cathedral