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Play Saves the World

Play Saves the World

Auteur(s): Daniel Hilty & Kevin Taylor
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Daniel and Kevin explore the meaning of play for human flourishing – what it is, what it means, and how people create and maintain playful lives. We explore books, people, places, and ideas committed to engendering play in the midst of busy, working lives.

2026 Daniel Hilty & Kevin Taylor
Art Spiritualité
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  • Jump Rope or Double Dutch, with Lakisha Lockhart
    Mar 15 2026

    The conversation explores the intersection of play, theology, and womanism, highlighting the role of play in Lakisha's life and its connection to her theological journey. Lakisha shares her definition of play as an embodied aesthetic experience and a cultural expression, and discusses womanism as an expansive and inclusive approach to feminism. The chapters cover Lakisha's background, her journey with play and theology, the intersection of play and theology, and an introduction to womanism. The conversation delves into the metaphorical use of double dutch in theological exploration, emphasizing the historical context and practical application of play practices. It also addresses the theological significance of play, the benefits of play in self-care and community care, and the pushback against play in theological and pastoral contexts.

    Takeaways

    • Play as an embodied aesthetic experience and a cultural expression
    • Womanism as an expansive and inclusive approach to feminism Embracing play as a lens for theological exploration
    • The importance of play in self-care and community care

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
    • 05:15 Lakisha's Journey with Play and Theology
    • 11:16 Finding God and Self in Play
    • 16:39 Defining Play and Womanism
    • 21:46 Introduction to Womanism
    • 26:49 Double Dutch as a Metaphor
    • 37:28 Pushback Against Play
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    51 min
  • Games in the Bible
    Mar 2 2026

    We discuss the absence of tabletop games in the Bible (eeeek!) – and the presence of randomization and game-like elements.

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    We talk about the Biblical, game-like practices of casting lots, the significance of Urim and Thummim, and the game-like nature of the parable of the talents.

    There is a playfulness in the Bible, and the idea of control and randomization in religious and secular contexts. We note the parallels between games, war strategy, and life, as well as the gamification of life and the playfulness in ritualized meals. We also touch on the themes of order from chaos, playing a different game, and the game of being born again.

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Game-Like Elements in the Bible
    • 26:12 Gamification of Life
    • 32:10 Children and Playful Rule-Breaking
    • 40:20 Order from Chaos
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    46 min
  • Board Games as Devotion, with Dan Thurot
    Feb 8 2026

    How do board games become acts of devotion? We delve into the intersection of spirituality, identity, and agency within the context of gaming. Games facilitate introspection, connection, and exploration of different identities. The conversation explores the role-playing aspect of board games and its impact on personal experiences and connections. board games and religion include symbolism with emotional and transformative power.

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    Takeaways

    • Board games and role-playing games offer opportunities for introspection, connection, and exploration of different identities.
    • Gaming experiences provide a space for encountering chance, agency, and systemic understanding, contributing to devotional-style experiences. Role-playing in board games goes beyond game mechanics, allowing players to inhabit roles and evoke powerful emotions.
    • Board games serve as a platform for exploring personal experiences, connecting with others, and engaging with symbolism and religious themes.
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    57 min
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