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  1. 100

    Faith tensions at the World Cup? Of course!

    Terry Mattingly discusses: Faith tensions at the World Cup? Of course! Faith tensions at the World Cup? Of course? Terry Mattingly

  2. 99

    Why "trad" Catholics believe what they believe is part of their story

    Terry Mattingly discusses: “Why ‘trad’ Catholics believe what they believe is part of their story” Why “Trad” Catholics believe what they believe is part of their story Terry Mattingly

  3. 98

    A matter of timing: Iran cracks down on evangelicals

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Matter of timing: Iran cracks down on evangelicals” A matter of timing: Iran cracks down on evangelicals Terry Mattingly

  4. 97

    Why? Christian adoption agency returns to old stance on gay marriage

    Why? Christian adoption agency returns to old  stance on gay marriage Why? Christian adoption agency returns to old stance on gay marriage Terry Mattingly

  5. 96

    MLB clash: Bible rainbow vs. Pride rainbow

    MLB clash: Bible rainbow vs. Pride rainbow MLB clash: Bible rainbow vs. Pride rainbow

  6. 95

    Religious issues will be crucial in Texas U.S. Senate race

    Religious issues will be crucial in Texas U.S. Senate race Religious issues will be crucial in Texas U.S. Senate race Terry Mattingly

  7. 94

    Laws on protests: Are abortion clinics more sacred than churches?

    Laws on protests: Are abortion clinics more sacred than churches? Laws on protests: Are abortion clinics more sacred than churches?

  8. 93

    Pope Leo XIV on AI: Was this really a political sermon?

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Pope Leo XIV on AI: Was this really a political sermon?” Pope Leo XIV on AI: Was this really a political sermon? Terry Mattingly

  9. 92

    Alex Coopers Baby bump part of her hip sex positive gospel

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Alex Coopers Baby bump part of her hip sex positive gospel" Alex Coopers Baby bump part of her hip sex positive gospel Terry Mattingly

  10. 91

    In China drama, religious freedom is linked to the Internet

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “In China drama, religious freedom is linked to the Internet” In China drama, religious freedom is linked to the Internet Terry Mattingly

  11. 90

    Religious faith supports mental health? Not so fast, says Associated Press

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Religious faith supports mental health? Not so fast, says Associated Press” Religious faith supports mental health? Not so fast, says Associated Press Terry Mattingly

  12. 89

    When a gunman is a Christian, does the press need another adjective?

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “When a gunman is a Christian, does the press need another adjective?” When a gunman is a Christian, does the press need another adjective? Terry Mattingly

  13. 88

    God, man & NASA: Is faith in space OK now?

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “God, man & NASA: Is faith in space OK now?” God, man & NASA: Is faith in space OK now? Terry Mattingly

  14. 87

    Define “fundamentalist,” give three examples

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Define “fundamentalist,” give three examples” Define “fundamentalist,” give three examples Terry Mattingly

  15. 86

    News? Finland tries to ban offensive parts of the Bible

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “News? Finland tries to ban offensive parts of the Bible” News? Finland tries to ban offensive parts of the Bible Terry Mattingly

  16. 85

    The story that will not die: REVIVAL in America!

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “The story that will not die: REVIVAL in America!” The story that will not die: REVIVAL in America! Terry Mattingly

  17. 84

    The "godfather" of Georgia? That label fit this patriarch

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “The "godfather" of Georgia? That label fit this patriarch” <div class="sqs-audio-embed" data-design-style="minimal" data-show-download="false" data-file-location="" data-url="" data-asset-url="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/52c2df7ae4b0d215dded86fd/t/69c5990f3459b51bf9681207/1775173815425/Crossroads+3+25+26.mp3" data-title="The "godfather" of Georgia? That label fit this patriarch" data-author="Terry Mattingly" data-length-in-milli-seconds="1180000" data-no-file="No File" data-untitled="Untitled"> The "godfather" of Georgia? That label fit this patriarch Terry Mattingly

  18. 83

    Youth in crisis? That means youth ministry matters, even for journalists

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Youth in crisis? That means youth ministry matters, even for journalists” Youth in crisis? That means youth ministry matters, even for journalists Terry Mattingly

  19. 82

    What citizens can learn from reports about the bomb tossed at Mayor Mamdani's house

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “What citizens can learn from reports about the bomb tossed at Mayor Mamdani's house” What citizens can learn from reports about the bomb tossed at Mayor Mamdani's house Terry Mattingly

  20. 81

    Parse the headlines: Did SCOTUS rule against children or for parents?

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Parse the headlines: Did SCOTUS rule against children or for parents?” Parse the headlines: Did SCOTUS rule against children or for parents? Terry Mattingly

  21. 80

    Wait! The leader of my church/denomination is accused of doing WHAT?!?!

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Wait! The leader of my church/denomination is accused of doing WHAT?!?!” Wait! The leader of my church/denomination is accused of doing WHAT?!?! Terry Mattingly

  22. 79

    My God, what happened to the Washington Post?

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “My God, what happened to the Washington Post?” My God, what happened to the Washington Post? Terry Mattingly

  23. 78

    After Lemon -- Are all "activist" journalists created equal?

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “After Lemon -- Are all "activist" journalists created equal?” <div class="sqs-audio-embed" data-design-style="minimal" data-show-download="false" data-file-location="" data-url="" data-asset-url="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/52c2df7ae4b0d215dded86fd/t/6985eae69e172c433f68085b/1770947482586/Crossroads+2+4+26.mp3" data-title="After Lemon -- Are all "activist" journalists created equal?" data-author="Terry Mattingly" data-length-in-milli-seconds="1790000" data-no-file="No File" data-untitled="Untitled"> After Lemon -- Are all "activist" journalists created equal? Terry Mattingly

  24. 77

    The AI complex: What’s God got to do with it?

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “The AI complex: What’s God got to do with it?” The AI complex: What’s God got to do with it? Terry Mattingly

  25. 76

    A Lemon of a news report or just new journalism?

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “A Lemon of a news report or just new journalism?” A Lemon of a news report or just new journalism? Terry Mattingly

  26. 75

    Why the Heisman Trophy winner's Christian faith isn't news

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Why the Heisman Trophy winner's Christian faith isn't news” Why the Heisman Trophy winner's Christian faith isn't news Terry Mattingly

  27. 74

    Yes, Philip Yancey was an evangelical superstar

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Yes, Philip Yancey was an evangelical superstar” Yes, Philip Yancey was an evangelical superstar Terry Mattingly

  28. 73

    Pope Leo XIV was religion newsmaker of 2025, of course. Who placed second?

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Pope Leo XIV was religion newsmaker of 2025, of course. Who placed second?” Pope Leo XIV was religion newsmaker of 2025, of course. Who placed second? Terry Mattingly

  29. 72

    Catholic faith: The secret to Jimmy Lai’s courage?

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Catholic faith: The secret to Jimmy Lai’s courage?” Catholic faith: The secret to Jimmy Lai’s courage? Terry Mattingly

  30. 71

    Is "revival" underway in America? No, but "revivals" are happening in some flocks

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Is "revival" underway in America? No, but "revivals" are happening in some flocks” <div class="sqs-audio-embed" data-design-style="minimal" data-show-download="false" data-file-location="" data-url="" data-asset-url="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/52c2df7ae4b0d215dded86fd/t/693b700fa8c1ac4cd527614d/1766109742921/Crossroads+12+10+25.mp3" data-title="Is "revival" underway in America? No, but "revivals" are happening in some flocks" data-author="Terry Mattingly" data-length-in-milli-seconds="1439000" data-no-file="No File" data-untitled="Untitled"> Is "revival" underway in America? No, but "revivals" are happening in some flocks Terry Mattingly

  31. 70

    New York Times offers a mixed bag on Orthodox converts

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “New York Times offers a mixed bag on Orthodox converts” New York Times offers a mixed bag on Orthodox converts Terry Mattingly

  32. 69

    Turning Point v. Christian colleges? It’s a doctrine thing

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Turning Point v. Christian colleges? It’s a doctrine thing” Turning Point v. Christian colleges? It’s a doctrine thing Terry Mattingly

  33. 68

    Here we go again: "Good" bishops vs. "bad" bishops in Catholic news

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Here we go again: "Good" bishops vs. "bad" bishops in Catholic news&nbsp;” <div class="sqs-audio-embed" data-design-style="minimal" data-show-download="false" data-file-location="" data-url="" data-asset-url="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/52c2df7ae4b0d215dded86fd/t/691695e2f7497e57630851da/1763675097856/Crossroads+11+13+25.mp3" data-title="Here we go again: "Good" bishops vs. "bad" bishops in Catholic news" data-author="Terry Mattingly" data-length-in-milli-seconds="1779000" data-no-file="No File" data-untitled="Untitled"> Here we go again: "Good" bishops vs. "bad" bishops in Catholic news Terry Mattingly

  34. 67

    See a link? Mainline down, Democrats more secular

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “See a link? Mainline down, Democrats more secular&nbsp;” See a link? Mainline down, Democrats more secular Terry Mattingly

  35. 66

    News? The miracle that changed Sir Anthony Hopkins’ life

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “News? The miracle that changed Sir Anthony Hopkins’ life” News? The miracle that changed Sir Anthony Hopkins’ life Terry Mattingly

  36. 65

    Girls Gone Bible: Yes, The Free Press story was “news”

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Girls Gone Bible: Yes, The Free Press story was “news”” Girls Gone Bible: Yes, The Free Press story was “news” Terry Mattingly

  37. 64

    Donald Trump ponders Heaven: Should reporters ask questions?

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Donald Trump ponders Heaven: Should reporters ask questions?” Donald Trump ponders Heaven: Should reporters ask questions? Terry Mattingly

  38. 63

    Bari Weiss threatens to talk to red and blue America

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Bari Weiss threatens to talk to red and blue America” Bari Weiss threatens to talk to red and blue America Terry Mattingly

  39. 62

    Chicago's Pope Leo XIV may be stressing careful, maybe Midwestern, language

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Chicago's Pope Leo XIV may be stressing careful, maybe Midwestern, language” Chicago's Pope Leo XIV may be stressing careful, maybe Midwestern, language Terry Mattingly

  40. 61

    Say what? New York Times did a fine story on Erika Kirk

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Say what? New York Times did a fine story on Erika Kirk” Say what? New York Times did a fine story on Erika Kirk Terry Mattingly

  41. 60

    For many journalists, Kirk’s widow is speaking in a strange code

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “For many journalists, Kirk’s widow is speaking in a strange code” For many journalists, Kirk’s widow is speaking in a strange code Terry Mattingly

  42. 59

    Take care: It’s hard for journalists to write about saints

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Take care: It’s hard for journalists to write about saints” Take care: It’s hard for journalists to write about saints Terry Mattingly

  43. 58

    Who knows what Pope Leo XIV said to Father James Martin?

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Who knows what Pope Leo XIV said to Father James Martin?” Who knows what Pope Leo XIV said to Father James Martin? Terry Mattingly

  44. 57

    Another school shooting, another wave of predictable headlines

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Another school shooting, another wave of predictable headlines” Another school shooting, another wave of predictable headlines Terry Mattingly

  45. 56

    Endorse a candidate? A liberal Lutheran goes too far

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Endorse a candidate? A liberal Lutheran goes too far” Endorse a candidate? A liberal Lutheran goes too far Terry Mattingly

  46. 55

    This sounds familiar: Many journalists just don't "get" marriage

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “This sounds familiar: Many journalists just don't "get" marriage” <div class="sqs-audio-embed" data-design-style="minimal" data-show-download="false" data-file-location="" data-url="" data-asset-url="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/52c2df7ae4b0d215dded86fd/t/689e89725284b142242890c5/1755809033434/Crossroads+8+13+25.mp3" data-title="This sounds familiar: Many journalists just don't "get" marriage" data-author="Terry Mattingly" data-length-in-milli-seconds="1277000" data-no-file="No File" data-untitled="Untitled"> This sounds familiar: Many journalists just don't "get" marriage Terry Mattingly

  47. 54

    The TV future: Where does Colbert go next?

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “The TV future: Where does Colbert go next?” The TV future: Where does Colbert go next? Terry Mattingly

  48. 53

    Scottie Scheffler is a believer, but golf isn’t the focus

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Scottie Scheffler is a believer, but golf isn’t the focus” Scottie Scheffler is a believer, but golf isn’t the focus Terry Mattingly

  49. 52

    Is this news? The IRS says "churches" can "endorse" politicians

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Is this news? The IRS says "churches" can "endorse" politicians” <div class="sqs-audio-embed" data-design-style="minimal" data-show-download="false" data-file-location="" data-url="" data-asset-url="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/52c2df7ae4b0d215dded86fd/t/687941c357e89715e4214acb/1753380475985/Crossroads+7+15+25.mp3" data-title="Is this news? The IRS says "churches" can "endorse" politicians" data-author="Terry Mattingly" data-length-in-milli-seconds="1629000" data-no-file="No File" data-untitled="Untitled"> Is this news? The IRS says "churches" can "endorse" politicians Terry Mattingly

  50. 51

    Hard questions for Christians camps, after the flooding in the Texas hills

    GetReligion editor Terry Mattingly discusses “Hard questions for Christians camps, after the flooding&nbsp;in the Texas hills” Hard questions for Christians camps, after the flooding in the Texas hills Terry Mattingly

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