Whitworth Flourishing Project
The Whitworth Flourishing Project (WFP) is a podcast that aims to explore the many facets of human flourishing within the context of Whitworth’s Christian identity and mission. In this podcast we explore an embodied vision of life together to restore the communion and agency for which we were made.
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Episodes
Monday Nov 03, 2025
Monday Nov 03, 2025
Josh Leim shares his expertise as a theologian as he and Joelle approach the idea of flourishing in terms of "telos"—purpose.
Monday Nov 03, 2025
Monday Nov 03, 2025
"When I was at Whitworth, one of the classes I taught was Interpersonal Communication. If I could only teach one class for my entire life, that would be the class. And the reason is the centrality of relationship for what it means to flourish. The governing claim of that class was the quality of your life is related to the quality of your relationships." --Ron Pyle
Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
Kristin Kobes Du Mez talks to Joelle and Josh about her work in studying Christian Nationalism, and how that relates to her faith and Calvinist tradition. The group approaches how to comprehend a world in which power has become idolized, how to preserve one's humanity in a world wrecked with fear, and how to truly, courageously, flourish.
Friday Oct 10, 2025
Sunday Sep 21, 2025
Sunday Sep 21, 2025
Sunday Sep 21, 2025
Sunday Sep 21, 2025
In this conversation, Dr. Justo González discusses with Joelle and Josh human flourishing from his expertise in Christian history and theology. Emphasizing the importance of community for flourishing, Dr. Gonzalez reflects on the nature of suffering, the Christian conception of God, and how flourishing can be understood in the context of the majority world. He highlights the transformative nature of Christ’s ministry and the importance of love and responsibility in achieving a flourishing life.
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Saturday Sep 06, 2025
Saturday Sep 06, 2025
Saturday Sep 06, 2025
Saturday Sep 06, 2025
In this conversation, Dr. Felicia Wu Song discusses with Joelle and Josh the implications of our digital ecology for a flourishing life. She explores how algorithms shape our perceptions and the importance of embodied presence in communication, emphasizing the distinction between connection and communion. The discussion also highlights the challenges of permanent connectivity and offers practical suggestions for cultivating digital well-being through intentional practices and community engagement.
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