‘Speaking of Faith’ Host Gives Advice for Talking About Religion

Tom Fudge : The Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life has come out with a very interesting study of the religious lives of Americans. The study indicates that religious affiliations in America are in a quick and constant state of change. If you count changes from one Protestant denomination to the next, more than 40% of those polled say they've changed their religious affiliation since childhood. Furthermore, a fast-growing group of Americans describe themselves as religiously unaffiliated. To a lot of people, that means their religion is ‘nothing in particular,’ but it doesn't mean they’re atheist or agnostic. Confusing? I agree.

Guest

• Krista Tippett, host of Speaking of Faith , a public radio show about religion and faith in everyday life. She's also written a book titled Speaking of Faith: Why Religion Matters and How to Talk About It.