Radio Interview: Faith and America’s pastime – ‘Baseball: Beyond Belief’

Discover the inspiring intersection of faith and America’s pastime in this week’s episode of Catholic Review Radio. Catholic Review Editor and Host Chris Gunty speaks with filmmaker John Scheinfeld, writer and director of the new documentary “Baseball Beyond Belief.” Inspired by John Sexton’s bestselling book “Baseball as a Road to God: Seeing Beyond the Game,” the film explores how faith, ritual, doubt, and community shape both spiritual life and baseball fandom. Scheinfeld shares stories from players, scholars, and fans of many religious backgrounds – Catholic, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist and more – revealing the universal human longing reflected in the game. They discuss memorable moments, including players balancing religious conviction with professional demands and fans who treat ballparks like modern cathedrals. The conversation also highlights the film’s unique collaboration with Paulist Productions, a Catholic organization, and the documentary’s upcoming theatrical and broadcast release.

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