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Paul Anleitner

<blockquote style="">"As a leading expert in existential psychology who has spent over two decades studying our deep human need for meaning, I believe Paul Anleitner stands out as one of the most important voices addressing our current meaning crisis."- Clay Routledge, PhD| Director of the Human Flourishing Lab“There are unseen forces beneath the surface of culture and thought that govern the way we live in the world. We all assume this is the case, but few explore them like Paul Anleitner. Paul has a way of uncovering those forces with both insight and optimism, not just analyzing them but illuminating how they shape our imaginations, our beliefs, and our daily lives. His work has been transformative to me as an artist, a meaning-maker, and a person of faith—helping me see the world more clearly and engage with God in it more deeply.” -John Mark McMillan | Platinum-selling Songwriter "Paul's expertise and experience enable him to cut through all the noise and elucidate the signal that needs to be heard. His guidance is clear, and his character and competence are trustworthy." -John Vervaeke, PhD | The University of Toronto</blockquote>_____________We’re living through a cultural pivot point.For decades, we deconstructed our guiding stories, our institutions, and our traditions—until all that we were left with is our cynicism. But something is shifting. You can feel it. So can I.My name is Paul Anleitner. I’m a writer, speaker, podcaster, and cultural theologian exploring the return to meaning in a post-ironic age. I connect the dots between theology, philosophy, science, and pop culture—drawing on the wisdom of ancient faith and the cutting-edge insights of today to guide people on their quest for meaning in a true story.Although my work began as a podcast in 2018, it has since expanded into writing for magazines, authoring books, and creating video essays that specifically focus on religious and philosophical ideas embedded in our culture.<img height="259" width="389" src="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c36bd7ef2e6b1759933c75f/1662671047577-4QZUW3YV3V58LE0IWYDH/Issue+9+Mockup+-+Cover+-+Pale+Blue+copy.png?format=750w" title=""><iframe width="498" height="221" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/r20uBgL2K3s" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0"></iframe>Unlike most podcasts, I've made a commitment to keeping mine ad-free. Ads are what pays the bills for podcasters, but I prefer a different model that relies on patronage and the support of people who care.Please help me reach my goal of 200 Patrons to keep my work going.

Free

You can help sustain the continued production of this podcast &amp; YouTube videos and express that you think the work I'm doing is valuable.

Thank You Tier

You're the kind of student that wants to stick around after class for more questions because you love the subject matter so much! At this support level, you will get special access to:- additional follow-up Q &amp; A episodes where I specifically address questions submitted by Patrons-access to bonus episodes, articles, and other resources-FULL unedited videos of Deep Talks interviews (when an edited podcast is released)

Level 1

At this point, it's clear that you're serious about what we're doing, not just because you want to figure this stuff out for yourself but also because you believe this podcast is helping others in a profound way. Supporters at this level are essential to keeping this podcast going free of ads! You help me give this away.At this support level, you will get special access to:-Past episodes archives from 2018-2025 (only available to Patrons &amp; Reading the Zeitgeist Substack subscribers)-Exclusive video access to all Deep Talks interview episodes.-additional follow-up Q &amp; A episodes where I specifically address questions submitted by Patrons.-As Theology 201 supporter, your questions are answered first in the follow-up Q &amp; A episodes.-Bonus episodes, articles, and other content- you will be thanked by name at the end of each full-length podcast episode (unless requested otherwise).-GROUP ZOOM DISCUSSIONS: At this tier, you will receive all invites to any Group Zoom Discussion meetings with Paul and other Theology 201 level or higher supporters in the Deep Talks Patreon Community.

Level 2

At this contribution level, you will be able to set up times to meet over Zoom for a personal one-hour discussion, tutoring session, or time of consultation and prayer. Meeting can be either one-on-one or with a friend, family member, or spouse. *Availability for meetings is dependent on Paul's other scheduling commitments. Just reach out via direct message to set up an appointment.Personal Supporters at this tier also get access to all of the rewards of every other tier!

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