Episode

No, Young Men Are Not Returning to Church

Podcast: Interesting Times with Ross Douthat
Published: Jan 22, 2026
Duration seconds: 3640
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Summary

Something surprising is happening to religious belief in America: It’s no longer trending downward. Are Americans becoming more religious? On this episode of “Interesting Times,” Ross sits down with the demographer and former pastor Ryan Burge to discuss the myths and realities of religious revival and debate whether the future belongs to ortho bros or Pagans.