Episode Archive

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

  • 189 - Laura Van Ham, Eco-Chaplain

    December 15th, 2025  |  Season 9  |  39 mins 37 secs
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    A Christian and a Muslim talk religion & politics.

  • 188: Shugen Arnold

    December 8th, 2025  |  Season 9  |  54 mins 3 secs
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    A Christian and a Muslim talk religion & politics.

  • 187: Stephen Schneck, USCIRF Commissioner

    November 24th, 2025  |  Season 9  |  35 mins 21 secs
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    A Christian and a Muslim talk religion & politics.

  • 186: Brian Grim

    November 17th, 2025  |  Season 9  |  34 mins 39 secs
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    A Christian and a Muslim talk religion & politics.

  • 185: Rushan Abbas

    November 10th, 2025  |  Season 9  |  44 mins 42 secs
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    In this episode of Crossing Faiths, John Pinna speaks with Rushan Abbas, an advocate for the Uyghur community and founder of the Campaign for Uyghurs, about the history and ongoing genocide of her people.

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    184: Matthew Hawkins

    November 3rd, 2025  |  Season 9  |  36 mins 46 secs
    bible, christianity, islam, politics, quran, religion

    In this episode of Crossing Faiths, John Pinna speaks with Matt Hawkins, a founder of the podcast, about his return to the international religious freedom (IRF) space and his new role as Executive Vice President of the IRF Secretariat.

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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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    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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    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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    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.