Paul Anleitner is a religion and culture fellow at the Archbridge Institute. As a cultural theologian, his work focuses on the role of culture and story in our human quest for meaning. His unique interdisciplinary approach integrates theology, philosophy, and science to help individuals and institutions navigate cultural shifts and address perennial religious longings. Paul has been featured on NewsNation, Fox News, The Federalist, CNN, Christianity Today, and numerous podcasts. He is the author of the 2026 book "Based on a True Story: Vibe Shifts, the End of Deconstruction, and the Reboot of Meaning," which is available to order here.   He holds an M.A. in Christian Thought from Bethel Seminary (St. Paul, MN), where he graduated with highest honors, and a B.A. in history from the University of Michigan. Paul hosts Goodmakers, a podcast featuring long-form conversations with leading thinkers and builders dedicated to the shared mission of cultural renewal. He writes for several publications, including a weekly newsletter on Substack called: “Reading the Zeitgeist.”