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Update: CNN special postponed because of pirates

Posted in Irshaddering Thoughts, Announcements on Apr 10, 2009

Um, that’s the weirdest headline I’ve ever given a blog post.

Let me explain it. The “Test of Faith” program that CNN was to have aired tonight — and for which I asked you to give me advice — has just been postponed due to breaking news about the American being held hostage by Somali pirates. CNN’s in the news biz so I can’t blame them for letting pirates hijack a meaningful hour of TV.

For transparency’s sake, I’m sharing the text that the producer just sent me: “Up to eyeballs in pirates… [Tonight’s] show cancelled. Wld love to have you back next week. Apologize for any inconvenience.”

I apologize too. Because so many of you sent thoughtful responses to the spiritual questions that we would have explored on-air. But who knows? Assuming CNN broadcasts “Test of Faith” next week, your responses might still come in handy. So continue thinking, reflecting, and emailing: comments@irshadmanji.com

If nothing else, in a few days, I’ll post a blog or two excerpting your responses and informing you of my own. Meanwhile, keep the faith. Pray for the hostage’s safe release. And Happy Easter/Passover weekend to you all.

Previously on CNN: “Lemme have a word with those pirates…”