Crypto-Religious Explained: Bob Dylan, Madonna, and the Hidden Language of Faith (Part 1)

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Thinking Out Loud

Nathan Rittenhouse & Cameron McAllister

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For those interested in thoughtful cultural analysis without all the apocalyptic forecasts, Thinking Out Loud is a podcast about current events and Christian hope. Hosted by Nathan Rittenhouse and Cameron McAllister, co-founders of Thinking Out Loud, a ministry that seeks to bridge the gap between discipleship and apologetics, this is a show that seeks to connect the dots on the subject of Christian realism.

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Crypto-Religious Explained: Bob Dylan, Madonna, and the Hidden Language of Faith (Part 1)

Thinking Out Loud

25 minutes 44 seconds

3 weeks ago

Crypto-Religious Explained: Bob Dylan, Madonna, and the Hidden Language of Faith (Part 1)

In this two-part episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan Rittenhouse and Cameron McAllister dive deep into the fascinating idea of being “crypto-religious”—a term coined by Polish poet Czesław Miłosz and revived in Paul Elie’s new book The Last Supper. Together, Nathan and Cameron explore how artists like Bob Dylan, Madonna, Prince, Bono, and Andy Warhol used religious imagery while keeping their personal beliefs ambiguous, inviting audiences to wrestle with questions of faith in a post-Christian world. Through thoughtful theological and cultural analysis, they examine whether “crypto-religiosity” can still exist today amid political polarization and spiritual confusion. This rich, intellectually honest discussion invites Christians to think deeply about hidden belief, creative expression, and how faith continues to shape modern culture.

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