Det. Mohamed Amen on “NYC’s Many Faiths & the NYPD”
Det. Amen shares what the NYPD is doing to engage NYC’s 8,000+ faith communities in working together to break stereotypes, build trust and improve safety and quality of life for all New Yorkers.
On Faith and Voting, with Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush
People of faith (including many young adults voting for the first time) are bringing unprecedented involvement to elections. Learn what listeners can do to help bring about the changes they wish to see in this country.
“Coming Together to Keep Our City Safe” – New NYPD Chief Speaks Out
Jeffrey Maddrey, newly-appointed Chief of the NYPD Community Affairs Bureau, offers a law enforcement perspective on the Movement for Black Lives, the future of police-community relations in New York City, and the national call for systemic law enforcement reform.
“Show Up and Listen” – Rabbi Joshua Stanton on Supporting the Movement for Black Lives for Healing & Justice
Faith leadership’s unique role in public protests, as well as the supportive value of empathetic listening and presence.
“We’re Nowhere Near Done” – Pastor Kaji Douša on the Movement for Black Lives
Sharing experiences on the frontlines of the movement, and what advice she can offer for sustaining long-time advocacy efforts and avoiding burnout.
Faith Leaders Consider Long-Term Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Faith Practices
The COVID-19 pandemic is changing the ways New Yorkers practice their faiths, and religious leaders on the frontlines say that may not be a bad thing.
“Isolation is a Tool for Abusers”
Examining the disturbing rise of domestic violence during the pandemic, and the plight of victims who are at a higher risk due to social isolation and stay-at-home orders.
“Be Strong and Courageous” – Facing the Challenges of Pastoral Care in a Time of Social Distancing
Fostering connection, engagement, and well-being in the midst of a worldwide crisis.
People Who Use Drugs are Beloved: Faith, the Overdose Crisis, and Movements for Healing & Justice
We launch season five of the “Interfaith Matters” podcast with a critical conversation about faith community responses to the opioid/overdose crisis in New York City.
