

Chasing Leviathan
CG Productions
Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Apr 26, 2022 • 1h 14min
An Introduction to Sikhi with Dr. Balbinder Bhogal
In this episode of the Chasing Leviathan podcast, PJ and Dr. Balbinder Bhogal discuss Sikhi, it's past, present, and future. Dr. Balbinder helps to uncover colonized ways of thinking about Sikhi, including it's religious categorization and even its Westernized moniker, "Sikhism." For a deep dive into Dr. Balbinder Bhogal's work, check out some of his papers: Sikh Dharam and Postcolonialism: Hegel, Religion, Zizek 👉 https://www.academia.edu/2217506/Sikh_Dharam_and_Postcolonialism_Hegel_Religion_Zizek God/Amphora in Clay and Light 👉 https://www.academia.edu/37199092/God_Amphora_in_Clay_and_Light The Facts of Colonial Modernity and the Story of Sikhism 👉 https://www.academia.edu/13049838/The_Facts_of_Colonial_Modernity_and_the_Story_of_Sikhism Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

Apr 19, 2022 • 57min
How Time Biases Affect Our Lives with Dr. Meghan Sullivan
In this episode of the Chasing Leviathan podcast, PJ and Dr. Meghan Sullivan discuss her philosophical work on time biases and how they impact our decision-making. Dr. Sullivan points out concrete ways to address these biases, encouraging us all to reflect on how to lead a richer life.For a deep dive into Dr. Meghan Sullivan's work, check out her books: The Good Life Method: Reasoning Through the Big Questions of Happiness, Faith, and Meaning 👉 https://amzn.to/36l3vgOTime Biases: A Theory of Rational Planning and Personal Persistence 👉 https://amzn.to/3EigxbfCheck out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

Apr 12, 2022 • 56min
Sculpture, Stone Carving, and the Human Experience with Anna Rubincam
In this episode of the Chasing Leviathan podcast, PJ and Anna Rubincam discuss the intricacies of stone carving, Anna's creative process, and the odd (and sometimes hilarious) romantic perceptions that we have about sculptors. For a deep dive into Anna Rubincam's work, check out her website and Instagram account: Website 👉 https://www.annarubincam.com/ Instagram - @AnnnaRubincam 👉 https://www.instagram.com/annarubincam/ Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

Apr 5, 2022 • 1h 10min
Religion In The Public Square: Legal and Judicial Arguments with Dr. Francis J. Beckwith
In this episode of the Chasing Leviathan podcast, PJ and Dr. Francis J. Beckwith discuss the assumptions that underlie our moral intuitions, how to have meaningful dialogue across worldview differences, and ways for society to approach the nuances of religious pluralism. For a deep dive into Dr. Beckwith's work, check out these publications: Taking Rites Seriously: Law, Politics, and the Reasonableness of Faith 👉 https://amzn.to/3JaXIaQ Never Doubt Thomas: The Catholic Aquinas as Evangelical and Protestant 👉 https://amzn.to/3xbAyPv To Everyone an Answer: A Case for the Christian Worldview 👉 https://amzn.to/3NTf7sq Relativism: Feet Firmly Planted in Mid-Air 👉 https://amzn.to/3xdw3nc Politics for Christians: Statecraft as Soulcraft 👉 https://amzn.to/3r3uBQO Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

Mar 29, 2022 • 1h 5min
The Ethics of AI: Balancing Optimism & Caution in the Emerging World with Marisa Zalabak
In this episode of the Chasing Leviathan podcast, PJ and Marisa Zalabak discuss the complex ethics of artificial intelligence and why, despite the potential hazards of AI, Marisa remains a dedicated optimist regarding the emerging future of humans and our increasingly self-aware technologies. For a deep dive into Marisa Zalabak's work and IEEE, check out these sources: Open Channel Culture 👉 https://openchannelculture.com/ Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers 👉 https://www.ieee.org/ Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

Mar 22, 2022 • 1h 12min
Fear of Black Consciousness with Dr. Lewis Gordon
In this episode of the Chasing Leviathan podcast, Dr. Lewis Gordon returns to discuss his most recent book, Fear of Black Consciousness. Join a fascinating conversation that covers social justice, philosophy of religion, phenomenology, parenting, James Bond, and more. For a deep dive into Dr. Lewis Gordon's work, check out his book: Fear of Black Consciousness 👉 https://amzn.to/3FSktj8 Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

Mar 15, 2022 • 1h 7min
Lessons from Kierkegaard: Accountability, Faith, & the Good Life with Dr. C. Stephen Evans
In this episode of the Chasing Leviathan podcast, PJ and Dr. C. Stephen Evans discuss the life and work of Søren Kierkegaard, focusing on Kierkegaard's reflections on the positive aspects of accountability in pursuing the good life and fostering deep community. PJ and Dr. Evans also explore Kierkegaard's work concerning God and why it appeals to philosophers who don't share his Christian worldview. For a deep dive into Dr. C. Stephen Evans' work, check out his books: Kierkegaard and Spirituality: Accountability as the Meaning of Human Existence 👉 https://amzn.to/3Ciss7Z Kierkegaard: An Introduction 👉 https://amzn.to/3HKSZfh Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

Mar 8, 2022 • 59min
Why Does Art Create Immersive Experiences? with Dr. Harri Mäcklin
In this episode of the Chasing Leviathan podcast, PJ and Dr. Harri Mäcklin of the University of Helsinki discuss the immersive power of art, it's ability to widen our understanding of the possible, and more deeply connect us to others. For a deep dive into Dr. Harri Mäcklin's work, check out these works: When art transports us, where do we actually go? 👉 https://psyche.co/ideas/when-art-transports-us-where-do-we-actually-go"Phenomenology of the Image" in The Palgrave Handbook of Image Studies 👉 https://amzn.to/3CdnvNP Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

Mar 1, 2022 • 1h 2min
An Untold History of Food in America with Dr. Matthew Garcia
In this episode of the Chasing Leviathan podcast, PJ and Dr. Matthew Garcia of Dartmouth College discuss the complex, and often tragic, history of food in the US, drawing from Dr. Garcia's extensive research on the food industry and his own family's history in California agriculture. For a deep dive into Dr. Matt Garcia's work, check out his books: A World of Its Own: Race, Labor, and Citrus in the Making of Greater Los Angeles, 1900-1970 👉 https://amzn.to/359fQUG Food Across Borders 👉 https://amzn.to/3slZeSc From the Jaws of Victory: The Triumph and Tragedy of Cesar Chavez and the Farm Worker Movement 👉 https://amzn.to/3JUCjDH Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

Feb 22, 2022 • 1h 4min
What Is Person-Centered Healthcare? with Dr. James Marcum
In this episode of the Chasing Leviathan podcast, PJ and Dr. James Marcum of Baylor University discuss the philosophy of medicine and the need for patient dignity to guide the work of healthcare providers. For a deep dive into Dr. James Marcum's work, check out his book: Thomas Kuhn's Revolutions: A Historical and an Evolutionary Philosophy of Science?, which you can find here 👉 https://amzn.to/3rUVCqh To learn more about systems biology, check out the Institute for Systems Biology, which you can find here 👉 https://isbscience.org/ Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.


