Welcome to the Radio Shows of the Godspeed Institute

Dr. Caer Hallundbaek

Rising above the din of fighting that often dominates media discussions on world religion and spiritual belief systems, the Godspeed Institute radio program was launched in 2010 as “an on-air classroom” on which members of all faiths are invited to share their beliefs and personal journey in an atmosphere of respect. The program format rests on the principle that we move toward tolerance by listening to each other – learning what people around the world believe, and why, including our challenges and greatest hopes.

“A wonderful time in sacred dialogue.” – Mirabai Starr, author of God of Love

Known for warmth, humor and engaging dialogue, Godspeed has made great strides toward public understanding of religion through conversations with the world’s leading religious scholars, authors and spiritual figures from the Christian, Muslim, Jewish, Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, Taoist, Native American, Norse, Shinto traditions, and many more.

“There is a real sense of meeting within the heart.” – Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee, Golden Sufi Center

Author Caer Hallundbaek, co-founder of the Godspeed Institute, hosts the program. Caer has produced faith-related broadcast media for nearly two decades. An original consultant on the launch of PBS' long-running series Religion & Ethics Weekly, she has worked for TIME, NBC and HBO, has hosted greater New York's Winds of Change, her prime-time TV show on contemporary faith, and served as an on-air commentator on youth and spirituality for the national live program FOX on Religion.

GodspeedTM has aired on the Progressive Radio Network in New York City, iTunes, Podbean, college and community radio networks, and online around the world. The Godspeed Institute programs have been downloaded millions of times and are included as an educational resource at universities including Yale. In 2014 and 2016, Caer was nominated for the Martin E. Marty Public Understanding of Religion Award. Here are six seasons of the series for you to enjoy and share. Godspeed!

AUTHOR MIRABAI STARR ON INTER-SPIRITUALITY

What is Interspirituality? Joining us to talk about it is Mirabai Starr, renowned writer, speaker and translator of mystic works John of the Cross and Teresa of Avila. Her latest book is God of Love, a passionate and personal exploration of the interconnected wisdom of the three Abrahamic faiths, Judaism, Christianity and Islam.

WASHINGTON NATIONAL CATHEDRAL

"It started because we were friends." In this engaging hour, Gina Campbell shares in depth regarding the Muslim prayer service at 'the nation's spiritual home' that became more controversial than expected.

 

EXPECTING THE GOOD: AN HOUR WITH GOLA WOLF RICHARDS

Gola Wolfson Richards has lectured on Contemplative Education for Global Conflict-Resolution for Dartmouth College's Novela Symposium and The University of Maine's first International Peace Conference.

NOEL PAUL STOOKEY OF PETER, PAUL AND MARY

Caer speaks with Noel Paul Stookey, "Paul" of Peter, Paul & Mary – legendary singer, songwriter and musician who passionately believes in bringing the spiritual into the practice of daily life. At 74, with Betty, his spouse of 48 years, he shares about life, music, faith and love. Don't miss it!

THE AFTERLIFE OF BILLY FINGERS, WITH DR. ANNIE KAGAN

When her brother Billy died unexpectedly and began speaking to her from the afterlife, Dr. Annie Kagan agreed to accompany him on his journey through the mysteries of death. As Billy reaches from the “other side” to change his sister’s life, and the lives of those around her, he shares secrets about the bliss and wonder to come...

JUDAISM WITH RABBI REUVEN KIMELMAN

In this informative hour, Rabbi Kimelman shares on various topics of Judaism, including the history and development of the Jewish religion; Abraham's role as a biological and spiritual
 origin of Judaism, Islam and Christianity; the wide variety of expression of Judaism; The Torah; God as the center of Jewish life; Jewish prayer and blessings; and more.

THE MUSLIM CRADLE, WITH ASMA AFSARUDDIN

In this fascinating hour Caer speaks with Dr. Asma Afsaruddin, Islamic scholar and author of the book The First Muslims: History and Memory. Among topics discussed: Afsaruddin's journey as Islamic scholar and woman; her discovery of the inclusive nature of the early Muslim community; how this changed over time, and why; the similarities between the early Christian and Islamic communities.

A CONVERSATION WITH JACOB NEEDLEMAN

Enjoy this hour of conversation with renowned author and professor, Dr. Jacob Needleman. Topics include the true nature of the human being; the early Christian contemplative, the idea of God as a force in human consciousness; and more.

THE BAHAI, WITH DR. JAMES SACCO

With guest Dr. James Sacco, co-administrator of the Bahai School, Retreat and Conference Center in Eliot, Maine. Among other topics, Sacco discusses the founder of the Bahai faith and the Bahai focus on world peace, the equality of women and men, racial unity, and spiritual transformation.

  1. THE DALAI LAMA’S SCIENCE PROJECT
  2. THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH, WITH REV. DR. PATRICK MALLOY
  3. THE LUTHERAN CHURCH, WITH REV. AMANDUS DERR
  4. THE METHODIST TRADITION, WITH THOMAS E. FRANK