Topic: Unitarianism

3 chapters across the catalog

No Shields, No Deals
Episode 1405 2:20:52 - 2:23:41

1405: No Shields, No Deals

"Morning Has Broken," Childhood Trauma and Unitarianism

A personal anecdote is shared regarding the song "Morning Has Broken" and its association with a traumatic childhood experience in Holland. The speaker describes being forced to wake up at 3:00 AM to watch the sunrise with a Unitarian group, an event that supposedly "broke their faith in God." The segment serves as a humorous aside about religious upbringing.

Sun Burps
Episode 1021

1021: Sun Burps

Easter Traditions, Blood Eggs, and Unitarian Upbringing

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the Easter Sunday episode by discussing the religious origins of the holiday, including the symbolism of painted eggs representing the blood of Christ. One host recounts a childhood anecdote about being raised in the Unitarian Church in the Netherlands and attending a sunrise service where Cat Stevens' "Morning Has Broken" was played. The discussion includes a description of decorative hollow sugar eggs featuring elaborate internal scenes.

The Reluctant Spy
Episode 201 6:58 - 8:33

201: The Reluctant Spy

Unitarian Church, Berkeley, Host Childhood Anecdotes

A personal digression explores childhood experiences within the Unitarian Church, specifically memories of Easter services featuring Cat Stevens' music. The Unitarian Church in Berkeley is characterized as a hub for eccentric speakers and unconventional viewpoints.