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Amid Controversy, ‘Right To Refuse’ Bill Hits Governor’s Desk |NPR
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Russia’s Anti-Gay Crackdown | WNPR
Jay speaks on The Colin McEnroe Show about Russia's LGBT community and anti-gay laws.
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When The Right To Religion Conflicts With A Changing Society | NPR All Things Considered
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God vs. Gay | NPR RadioWest
Jay Michaelson talks about religion and sexual diversity on NPR RadioWest
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Homophobia | State of Belief Radio
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Religious Liberty | State of Belief
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On the History of Religious Liberty | State of Belief Radio
Religious Liberty used to mean freedom from persecution and even death—and still does in many parts of the world. But how did this powerful phrase come to represent the interests of conservative Christians in this country? How did oppression get redefined to mean not being able to impose one’s own beliefs on others? An explosive new report from Political Research Associates explains how we got here, and how high the stakes are if things keep moving in this direction.
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The End is Near: A Book Review | State of Belief
What is it about the idea of impending doom that seems to hold an attraction for so many of us? Whether it’s the Maya prediction, the “fiscal cliff” rhetoric, Y2k, or some other version of ‘the end is near,” the concept seems to hold a perverse appeal. Jay Michaelson is on the show to talk about the conclusions he drew when reviewing two lengthy books on the subject for Religion Dispatches Magazine.
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God Votes No: Voices From the Religious Left for Marriage Equality
This documentary highlights the religious left and the fight for marriage equality in Minnesota.
Beacon Broadside | Jay Michaelson Responds to Dan Savage
Jay Michaelson responds to Dan Savage's comment that we should "ignore the bullshit in the Bible.
GayLifeNYC.org | God vs. Gay? Interview with Michael Cavanaugh
Jay discusses his book with local NYC legend Michael Cavanaugh
NPR | The Religious Context for a Change of Heart [Podcast]
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The Jesse Peterson Radio Show [Podcast]
Jay Michaelson appears on a far-right talk radio show and does his best to make the religious case for equality.
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Illinois Public Media | Jay Michaelson on “Keepin’ the Faith”
Jay Michaelson discusses 'God vs. Gay?' with Steve Shoemaker of Illinois public radio.
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WRPI | The Religious Case for Equality: Jay Michaelson on Quest of Life
Jay discusses "God vs. Gay?" with Harry Faddis on WRPI's "Quest of Life" radio program.
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Beyond Leviticus: Queering God, Torah, and Israel
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NPR | Jay Michaelson debates Peter Wolfgang on Connecticut Public Radio
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WRPI | Homoradio: God vs. Gay?
Jay talks about the Bible and gay rights, along with the differences between the Jewish and Christian approaches, in an hourlong conversation on Homoradio.
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NPR | God vs. Gay? If that’s the question, what’s the answer?
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