Episode Archive

196 episodes of Crossing Faiths since the first episode, which aired on June 5th, 2019.

  • 179 - Eric Roux

    September 22nd, 2025  |  Season 3  |  58 mins 28 secs
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    In this episode of Crossing Faiths, John Pinna speaks with Eric Roux from the United Religions Initiative (URI) about his personal and professional journey in interfaith collaboration and religious freedom advocacy.

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    178 - The Amish Butter Popcorn and America Prays

    September 17th, 2025  |  Season 3  |  49 mins 42 secs
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    A Christian and a Muslim talk religion & politics. In this episode, cohosts John and Elliot have a typically wide-ranging discussion involving comparative religion, ancient cultures and the White House's recent "America Prays" initiative, loosely held together by the thread of Elliot's problematic popcorn habit.

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    177 - Chad Brignac

    September 15th, 2025  |  Season 3  |  1 hr 13 mins
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    In this episode of Crossing Faiths, John Pinna speaks with Chad Brignac, an author, consultant, and self-described "transformationist," about applying principles of personal growth and faith to the divisive landscape of American politics.

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    176 - Dr. Sahar Khamis

    September 8th, 2025  |  Season 3  |  40 mins 14 secs
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    In this episode of Crossing Faiths, John Pinna speaks with Dr. Sahar Khamis about the complex and evolving role of digital and social media, particularly within the Arab and Muslim world. Dr. Khamis is an associate professor in the Department of Communication at the University of Maryland, College Park, recognized as an expert on Arab and Muslim media, an ethnographer, Islamic feminist, peace and interfaith activist, and an accomplished media commentator and analyst.

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    175: 175 - Ghazala Salam

    August 25th, 2025  |  Season 3  |  30 mins 57 secs
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    In this episode of Crossing Faiths, John Pinna speaks with Ghazala Salam, a nonprofit leader, chef, and cultural storyteller, about the powerful intersection of food, culture, and identity.

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    174 - Dr. Minhas Kahn: Divine Diplomacy

    August 18th, 2025  |  Season 3  |  50 mins 6 secs
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    In this episode of Crossing Faiths, John Pinna speaks with Minhas Kahn about her book, "Divine Diplomacy," which explores the impact of post-9/11 American evangelicals on Pakistan-United States relations.

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    173: 173 - Guy Elhanan: The tragedy of forced military service

    August 11th, 2025  |  Season 9  |  40 mins 22 secs
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    In this episode of Crossing Faiths, John Pinna speaks with Guy Elhanan, an Israeli actor and member of the Parents Circle–Families Forum, a joint Israeli-Palestinian organization of bereaved families.

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    172: 172: Talking About Hulk Hogan with Joseph Yoo

    August 4th, 2025  |  Season 9  |  56 mins 56 secs
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    In this episode of Crossing Faiths, John Pinna speaks with Episcopal priest Joseph Yoo for a "wellness check" following the death of professional wrestler Hulk Hogan, a shared childhood hero.

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    171: Laila Alsheikh - Parent's Circle

    August 4th, 2025  |  Season 9  |  40 mins 35 secs
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    In this episode of Crossing Faiths, John Pinna speaks with Laila Alsheikh, a Palestinian from Bethlehem and a member of The Parents Circle-Families Forum, a joint Israeli-Palestinian organization of over 700 bereaved families.

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    170: 170: Chris Campbell, "The Babka King"

    July 28th, 2025  |  Season 9  |  1 hr 9 mins
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    In this episode, John speaks with Chris Campbell—better known online as Chris CARESNONE, “The Babka King”—is a Chicago‑born speaker, podcaster, and viral food creator who uses humor and high‑energy storytelling to turn everyday dishes into unexpected lessons on unity.

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    169: 169: Sahar Aziz

    July 28th, 2025  |  Season 9  |  1 hr 2 mins
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    John speaks with Sahar Aziz, distinguished Professor of Law, and Chancellor's Social Justice Scholar

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    168: 168 - Brad Knight

    July 13th, 2025  |  Season 9  |  38 mins 23 secs
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    A Christian and a Muslim talk religion & politics.