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Points of Intersection

Points of Intersection

By Jonah Kunisch

Now featuring commentaries following episodes of The Weekly Intellectual!

We are all on a journey. We seek truth, trying to make sense of the world around us - attempting to understand it's complexity. The complexity within us is not the least of these, and the complexity of the universe's origins can be dumbfounding. Join me as I delve into these complexities through conversation and inquiry, using the tools of reason and faith.
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Ep. 3 - The Kids' Table - Colorado roots, faith, Kanye, and toe tats

Points of IntersectionOct 29, 2019

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Ep. 18 - Sufficient Reason, et al. with Eli Kunisch

Ep. 18 - Sufficient Reason, et al. with Eli Kunisch

Speaking with Eli Kunisch about Sufficient Reason - At what point do we start to believe a proposition? How much evidence do we need in order to change our stance?

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Aug 26, 202001:12:02
Ep. 17 - on Fyodor Dostoevsky, with Eli Kunisch

Ep. 17 - on Fyodor Dostoevsky, with Eli Kunisch

Jun 20, 202001:06:41
Ep. 16 - Jesus and His Followers with Abby Kunisch

Ep. 16 - Jesus and His Followers with Abby Kunisch

My beautiful wife and I respond to the Weekly Intellectual episode about Jesus. We discuss Jesus in the time of Covid, idealism in the time of non-ideals, and Christ-followers through time up until today. 


You can find the original Weekly Intellectual episode on Jesus here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3IY7JuD7YsXGkwIgK3ozHc?si=Wl85cIJRTj6j7oy82HNfgA

Jun 07, 202001:00:03
Ep. 15 - Talking Nietzsche with Eli Kunisch

Ep. 15 - Talking Nietzsche with Eli Kunisch

A follow-up conversation, following the recent episode on Nietzsche in The Weekly Intellectual. Eli and I go deeper into the man's work, aim, and place in history. Original episode: open.spotify.com/episode/7yZBh9a0rJU0zdcVK6Qq0S?si=Ge6_1vdIRqyL7v67szRXrg
May 10, 202048:44
Ep. 14 - Free Will or Determinism? Pt. 1 of "Compatibilism"

Ep. 14 - Free Will or Determinism? Pt. 1 of "Compatibilism"

Have you thought deeply about the distinction between Free Will and what might be called Determinism, Predestination, or simply Destiny? Eli and I deep-dive into this topic in Part 1 of a Compatibilism series. 

In it, we discuss the thought of Sam Harris, Steven Pinker, Robert Sapolsky, Jordan Peterson, Friedrich Nietzsche, David Hume, and John Calvin. We look at Free Will and Predestination in the biblical narrative, as well as the Free Will-Determinism dichotomy of modern science. 

Mar 20, 202001:20:10
Ep. 13 - Humility and Whole-Picture-ism

Ep. 13 - Humility and Whole-Picture-ism

My first solo episode (without a guest), where I rant for 30 minutes about things that have been on my mind. Eventually it all leads to Whole-Picture-ism and why that is necessary in today's world. Humility is a focus point as well, and I discuss how both concepts fit into my vision for an upcoming book.

Feb 27, 202030:21
INTERMISSION - A Tribute to Kobe

INTERMISSION - A Tribute to Kobe

Dakota Patton joins me to discuss the life, impact, and legacy of Kobe Bean Bryant, in our lives and around the globe. RIP to him, Gigi, and all those lost in the helicopter crash on Sunday. 

Photo credit to Walter Iooss. 

Jan 28, 202053:15
Ep. 12 - Deontology v. Utilitarianism, Trolley-Car Problems, etc.

Ep. 12 - Deontology v. Utilitarianism, Trolley-Car Problems, etc.

Eli Kunisch joins me to discuss the philosophical distinction/dichotomy between Deontology and Utilitarianism. We branch off (and rabbit-hole) from there! 

Jan 27, 202001:15:51
Ep. 11 - On the Utility of Religious and Anti-Religious Thought

Ep. 11 - On the Utility of Religious and Anti-Religious Thought

My good friend and older brother Eli Kunisch joins me once again in this first episode of Season 2. We discuss New Atheist thought a la Sam Harris and Richard Dawkins, and weigh the usefulness of their approaches. Jordan Peterson, CS Lewis, and others find their place in this conversation on "the other side." Your own contribution is very welcome.
Jan 09, 202001:21:17
Season 2 Trailer

Season 2 Trailer

Trailer for Season 2 of Points of Intersection. 

Season 2 coming very, very soon!

Jan 05, 202006:19
Ep. 10 - What Matters Now - abortion and Christianity, Destiny, & pending impeachment

Ep. 10 - What Matters Now - abortion and Christianity, Destiny, & pending impeachment

Can you be Christian and Pro-Choice? Does God have a plan, and if so, is that the only possible plan? What is it like living in a country with its leader on the edge of impeachment? The wifey, Cameron Nash, and I discuss these topics and more in this latest episode, the last of Season 1.
Dec 22, 201901:10:55
Ep. 9 - F&NSD, a Relient K analysis Pt. 2

Ep. 9 - F&NSD, a Relient K analysis Pt. 2

Part 2 of Eli, Kati, and I's discussion of Forget and Not Slow Down. The second half of the album is analyzed track-by-track; included are rabbit holes on high school experiences, friendships, lust, and Narnia.
*I do not own this music, and any views expressed in this podcast are not associated with Relient K, its members, or any record company. Show notes: jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/
Dec 08, 201901:38:19
Ep. 8 - F&NSD, a Relient K analysis Pt. 1

Ep. 8 - F&NSD, a Relient K analysis Pt. 1

I sit down with my older brother Eli and sister Kati to discuss Forget and Not Slow Down, an album we've appreciated since its debut ten years ago. In this episode, we go track-by-track for the first half of the album.
*I do not own this music, and any views expressed in this podcast are not associated with Relient K, its members, or any record company. Show notes: jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/
Dec 05, 201901:09:03
Ep. 7 - Jared & Jonah - the real story behind The Shack, future parenting, and the history of Christianity in America

Ep. 7 - Jared & Jonah - the real story behind The Shack, future parenting, and the history of Christianity in America

My small group leader from DC days, Jared Cummings, chats with me cross-country about DC lifestyle (and Colorado and California lifestyle), his father's writing career, and parenting. Later, we get into the history of Christianity in America, and the true beliefs of our Founding Fathers. This one's got it all! Show notes: jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/
Nov 25, 201901:18:55
Ep. 6 - Back At It Again - story, black culture, and NBA talk w/ Dakota Patton

Ep. 6 - Back At It Again - story, black culture, and NBA talk w/ Dakota Patton

My best man Dakota sits down with me to discuss his background in Kansas and Colorado, life's hurdles, and coping through basketball. Then, we talk about black culture, racial biases implicit and explicit, and I get a long-awaited chance to talk NBA. All those episodes of the Bill SImmons show finally pay off for me...and we get Dakota's on-the-record pick for the 2020 NBA Champion. Our conversation goes very smoothly, so I decided to cut nothing from it. Thus, this is the first episode of Points of Intersection: Raw and Unedited. This is also the first Explicit episode, as a certain racial slur is referenced. Full disclosure: this episode is not for all audiences. Show notes: jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/
Nov 06, 201901:58:55
Ep. 5 - Cam the Man - NM & CO, engineering, and big questions of faith

Ep. 5 - Cam the Man - NM & CO, engineering, and big questions of faith

I get Cameron Nash's background, then he does a podcast host-takeover and starts asking me questions. We delve into deep matters of faith, mental health, politics and their place in religious practice, and the future of the Christian church. Show notes: jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/
Nov 04, 201901:13:23
Ep. 4 - Aben Tryin' to Tell Ya - language, culture, adoption, and fight songs w/ Aben Miller

Ep. 4 - Aben Tryin' to Tell Ya - language, culture, adoption, and fight songs w/ Aben Miller

My old pal Aben Miller chats with me over the phone from Phoenix, AZ about our recent New Mexico experiences, and his experiences before then. He has a unique and compelling story, one that I think everyone should hear. We scratch the surface here, but I hope it is one of many conversations we will have, the next one being when he comes to visit Colorado (hint, hint Aben). We also discuss language acquisition, US-Mexico relations, and responsibilities of a citizen. *This episode contains a semi-explitive and we discuss some adult topics. Show notes: jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/
Nov 01, 201901:04:38
Ep. 3 - The Kids' Table - Colorado roots, faith, Kanye, and toe tats

Ep. 3 - The Kids' Table - Colorado roots, faith, Kanye, and toe tats

Micah and Gabby Hartmann, sisters to each other and cousins to me, join Abby and I to talk about a wide range of topics. Most of these center on faith in this particular episode. We discuss the recent Kanye West developments, growing up in general and particularly in Colorado and Iowa, and tattoos. SPOILER: Abby has one on her right big toe. Listen to learn more juicy details. Show notes: jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/
Oct 29, 201901:22:16
Ep. 2 - Wife Makes Right - race relations, family background, & recent Washington DC experiences

Ep. 2 - Wife Makes Right - race relations, family background, & recent Washington DC experiences

My wife, Abby Kunisch, sits down with me for the first episode of the brand new podcast! She gives her perspective (and I mix in a little bit of mine) on our recent trip to a CCDA Conference, discussions on race relations, and our background on getting married this last February. Show notes: jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/
Oct 24, 201901:00:22
Ep. 1- NCC Protege - with Joel Buckner, Protege Director and Worship Leader

Ep. 1- NCC Protege - with Joel Buckner, Protege Director and Worship Leader

Back in February, I sat down with Joel Buckner, director of the Protege program that I was a part of for a year. It's with National Community Church in Washington, DC, and we discuss that program, DC life, and Joel's vision for current and future work.
Show Notes: jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/
Oct 20, 201936:50