TEXT AND ROCK.
Ancient myth and artifact meet poetry and rhythm for the post-modern soul.
Hosted by Mark Shaffer and Eric Madison, TEXT AND ROCK is a weekly podcast that bridges the gap between ancient wisdom and contemporary life. Mark, an antiquarian, writer, and part-time punk rocker, and Eric, a musician, podcaster, and rhythm instructor, delve into topics ranging from biblical texts and ancient artifacts to modern spirituality and cultural critique. Their engaging discussions aim to help listeners read the Bible like an ancient and have faith like a modern.
Whether you're seeking to deepen your understanding of sacred texts, explore the intersections of faith and culture, or simply enjoy thought-provoking conversations, TEXT AND ROCK offers a unique perspective that resonates with the post-modern soul.
For more content, including poetry and video, visit www.textandrock.com.
TEXT AND ROCK.
Latest Episodes
STRONG AND KIND.
Mark and Eric friend talk about a poem called Strong and Kind, and explore the opportunity for growth that discomfort affords those with eyes to see and ears to hear. But it is important to grow intentionally: strong and kind. This poem is why....
COOL WITH JESUS, IFFY ON PAUL?
Mark and an old friend talk about what to do with Paul when he drives you crazy. Mark gives an overview of Paul's world of growing up in Tarsus and training in Jerusalem, and then we walk through a list of the reasons he believes most modern Ch...
AGAINST THE MACHINE.
Mark and Eric friend talk about AI, humanity's search for meaning, how to think about redemption, and what to do in these strange times. We hope you love this extended episode! (We felt we owed you some studio time! haha) Heart,&nbs...
FAITH AND DOUBT 08. HOW TO THINK ABOUT THE BIBLE AS A MODERN.
Mark and an old friend talk about faith and doubt and specifically, how to think about sacred texts as a modern, the character of God recovering from violence, and why sometimes fiction tells the truth better.
FAITH AND DOUBT 07. THE SCANDAL OF THE PARTICULAR.
Mark and an old friend talk about faith and doubt and specifically, the "scandal of the particular." Walter Breuggemann coined this term to hold in tension what it means if the God of the Bible is true, personal, and good over and against a vag...