In this episode, Maya is joined by her friend Ola for a powerful conversation at the intersection of faith, politics, and public life. Maya and Ola discuss why civic education matters, how to research local politics, and what meaningful political involvement can look like for Christians who care about justice, dignity, and truth.

Ola shares insights from her research on students and civic education, helping listeners understand why so many people feel disconnected from voting—and how that disconnection is often by design. They also debunk common myths about the southern border and immigration, centering the humanity and dignity of Latin neighbors in a climate shaped by fear, misinformation, and political manipulation.

Together, Maya and Ola reflect on systemic racism in both politics and church spaces, the trauma of navigating racist spiritual environments, and how that contrasts with the refuge many find in Black churches. This episode explores what it means to pursue healing without abandoning faith—and how to walk the narrow way between progressive and conservative Christianity in a deeply polarized world.

This is a conversation for anyone trying to stay engaged without becoming cynical, faithful without becoming silent, and politically awake without losing their soul.

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Our culture is constantly changing around us. A new story, new song, or new idea is being tweeted, posted or published every other minute. As the world changes rapidly around us, how do we respond? How do we stay rooted in our faith amidst a myriad of conversations? How do we stay grounded in truth when so much in the media is manipulated? How do we talk about our beliefs in a culture that may not feel the same way?

Conversations about faith and culture meet right here on Teaology, the podcast. Teaology is all about communities coming together through conversation. We find common ground when we communicate well.

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Theme Song: On My Vegan by JXXIII, produced by Kahlil Franklin

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