McKay Coppins: Navigating Faith & Journalism

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In this captivating episode, Guest Host Jenna Carson, a chaplain and captain in the U.S. Air Force, interviews McKay Coppins, a renowned staff writer at The Atlantic. McKay shares his experiences at The Atlantic, insights from his acclaimed articles and books, and the challenges and rewards of balancing skepticism and cynicism in political journalism. They also discuss the importance of diverse perspectives in media and offer valuable advice for aspiring writers and journalists.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:42 McKay Coppins' Career and Inspirations01:58 Working at The Atlantic05:33 Balancing Faith and Journalism12:17 Navigating Cynicism in Politics20:26 Writing Process and Daily Routine27:05 Spirituality and Creative Work32:37 Encouragement for Aspiring Creators35:31 Conclusion and Farewell#LDSPMA #Inspirtiation #CalledtoCreate #McKayCoppins #JennaCarson #Chaplain #Journalist

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