Critical Petro-Theology and Extraction with Terra Schwerin Rowe

Editor's Note: We originally uploaded this episode with audio for a Terra and Joerg episode. The corrected episode was uploaded shortly thereafter (~48 hours). The official Terra and Joerg episode will be released in mid-February. Stay tuned!In this episode, Gabby and George talk with  Dr. Terra Schwerin Rowe, an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy and Religion at the University of North Texas. Dr. Rowe is a leading voice in the emerging fields of energy humanities and critical petro-theology, where she explores the cultural, spiritual, and ethical dimensions of energy systems—both past and present. Her groundbreaking work challenges us to see the deep connections between religion, extraction, and justice. Her most recent book, Of Modern Extraction: Experiments in Critical Petro-Theology, is already reshaping conversations about how energy systems intersect with theology, ecology, and solidarity. Of Modern Extraction (2022)Energy, Extraction, and Religion Seminar (AAR)About Religion and Justice Religion and Justice is a podcast from the Wendland-Cook Program in Religion and Justice at Vanderbilt Divinity School. We explore the intersections of class, religion, labor, and ecology, uncovering how these forces shape the work of justice and solidarity. Each episode offers space for investigation, education, and organizing through conversations with scholars, organizers, and practitioners.Learn more at religionandjustice.orgThe show is currently produced by Peterson Toscano http://www.petersontoscano.com Religion and Justice on Substack: https://religionandjustice.substack.comFollow us: Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/religionandjustice Twitter/X — https://twitter.com/ReligionandJ Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/religionandjustice/