McKay Coppins: Navigating Faith & Journalism

In this captivating episode, Guest Host Jenna Carson, a chaplain and captain in the U.S. Air Force, interviews McKay Coppins, a renowned staff writer at The Atlantic. McKay shares his experiences at The Atlantic, insights from his acclaimed articles and books, and the challenges and rewards of balancing skepticism and cynicism in political journalism. They also discuss the importance of diverse perspectives in media and offer valuable advice for aspiring writers and journalists. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:42 McKay Coppins" Career and Inspirations 01:58 Working at The Atlantic 05:33 Balancing Faith and Journalism 12:17 Navigating Cynicism in Politics 20:26 Writing Process and Daily Routine 27:05 Spirituality and Creative Work 32:37 Encouragement for Aspiring Creators 35:31 Conclusion and Farewell #LDSPMA #Inspirtiation #CalledtoCreate #McKayCoppins #JennaCarson #Chaplain #Journalist