Conrad Hackett

Conrad Hackett, a leading demographer at the Pew Research Center, delves into the complexities of global religious practices. He tackles the intriguing claim that 85% of the world’s population engages in religion, dissecting how self-identification differs from actual participation. The conversation also unveils the unique challenges faced in measuring religion in countries like China, where many spiritual practices go unreported. As religious identities evolve, Hackett highlights shifting trends and the rise of non-religious affiliations, sparking thought-provoking insights on faith's future.

Conrad Hackett, a Pew Research demographer who studies global religious change, unpacks claims of a youthful Christian resurgence. He discusses global shifts in where Christians live, rising Muslim populations in some regions, why many raised Christian now disaffiliate, and how survey methods can create misleading headlines.