Latest Deconstructing Podcast Episodes
235. Mark Driscoll KICKED Off Stage
Bros Bibles & Beer - April 29, 2024 06:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 77 ratingsPastor Mark Driscoll was recently kicked off stage by Pastor John Lindell when he started his speaking time off at the Stronger Men's Conference, hosted at Lindell's James River Church. Driscoll was upset that there was an acrobat/sword swallower, who turned out to be a former stripper as part o...
234. Worship Leader And Former Bethel Student Shares Her Story (Courtney Lancaster)
Bros Bibles & Beer - April 22, 2024 06:35 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 77 ratingsCourtney Lancaster from the Heal/Create Podcast joins us and shares her powerful story, including her time as a worship leader at Bethel Church. It seems most either have negative or positive opinions about what Bethel Church is up to. Courtney is more nuanced about her time there. Learn about s...
234. Former Bethel Worship Leader Shares Her Story (Courtney Lancaster)
Bros Bibles & Beer - April 22, 2024 06:35 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 77 ratingsCourtney Lancaster from the Heal/Create Podcast joins us and shares her powerful story, including her time as a worship leader at Bethel Church. It seems most either have negative or positive opinions about what Bethel Church is up to. Courtney is more nuanced about her time there. Learn about s...
Mutual Mentors: Learning from each other - Ally Didier
Kindred Podcast - April 14, 2024 17:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIn this episode, Ally Didier leads an insightful discussion on the realities surrounding life as a trans person, and rebuilding a faith big enough to hold her experience. Mutual Mentors is a discussion series that we'll be exploring over the next several weeks, shedding light on the various wa...
#136 – Tiffany Yecke Brooks: Spiritual Anxiety & Religious Trauma
Almost Heretical - April 10, 2024 10:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 535 ratingsListen to the after show where Nate & Shelby debrief and shore more thoughts about this conversation with Tiffany Tiffany Yecke Brooks discusses her evolution from fundamentalist roots, questioning long-held doctrines, and identifying spiritual anxiety as a trauma response. She advocates for rein...
233. Faith vs Politics: To The DEATH
Bros Bibles & Beer - April 10, 2024 00:19 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 77 ratingsIn episode 233, we dive into the intricate relationship between faith and politics, exploring how faith should inform our political views while examining the pitfalls that arise when politics dominate our faith. We also address the challenges that emerge when political ideologies overshadow ou...
The Good Books (Re-Release): Becca Andrews, Author of NO CHOICE
Exvangelical - April 05, 2024 16:10 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 410 ratingsThis is a re-release of my October 2022 interview with author Becca Andrews about her book No Choice: The Destruction of Roe v. Wade and the Fight to Protect a Fundamental American Right. I was reminded of the importance of this book and others like it after reading a Wired article titled "‘In 24...
#135 – Thomas Jay Oord: Open Relational Theology
Almost Heretical - April 03, 2024 10:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 535 ratingsListen to the Utterly Heretical after show episode that Nate & Shelby recorded debriefing this conversation with Thomas Jay Oord Dr. Thomas Jay Oord delves into open relational theology, highlighting a non-controlling, relational God and rethinking traditional omnipotence. Check out his book God ...
232. There Is No Biblical Worldview. Now What?
Bros Bibles & Beer - April 03, 2024 06:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 77 ratingsJoin your favorite Bros as they dive into the potential differences between a biblical worldview and a Christlike worldview. While a biblical worldview often encompasses various interpretations and perspectives, a Christlike worldview may offer a more nuanced and practical approach rooted in the...
Easter Sunday 2024 - When jars run out of emptiness
Kindred Podcast - March 31, 2024 17:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsHappy Easter! On the day of capture for this episode, our church met in a common dining area to celebrate easter with food, friendship, music, thoughtful discussion, and fun activities for the kids. It was an absolute blast! thank you for everyone who came to contribute to and enjoy this especi...
231. Is There A War On Men? w/ Carey Robinson
Bros Bibles & Beer - March 25, 2024 06:30 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 77 ratingsAre men under attack? In episode 231, we dive headfirst into one of the most contentious and polarizing topics of our time: the concept of a "war on men." Join us as we unpack arguments from our various perspectives, exploring whether society is truly pitted against men or if this notion is a mi...
Mutual Mentors; Learning from each other: Contemplative Practice - Michael Mumford
Kindred Podcast - March 24, 2024 17:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIn this episode, Pastor Mike shares a summary of last Sunday's discussion; high lighting the main talking points. Here, Pastor Mike shares some contemplative practices that you may consider incorporating to deepen your experience with God. Mutual Mentors is a discussion series that we'll be exp...
Sarah McCammon, Author of The Exvangelicals
Exvangelical - March 22, 2024 14:46 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 410 ratingsToday I'm talking to Sarah McCammon, NPR political correspondent and author of The Exvangelicals: Loving, Living, and Leaving the White Evangelical Church. We talk about her personal experiences within white evangelicalism as well as how that informed her role as a journalist covering the 2015-20...
#134 – Dr. Laura Anderson: Sex, Dating, Courtship and Trauma
Almost Heretical - March 20, 2024 10:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 535 ratingsListen to the 20-minute Utterly Heretical after show episode that Nate & Shelby recorded debriefing this conversation with Dr. Laura Anderson Dr. Laura Anderson tackles religious trauma, explaining it as our physiological response to religious experiences, distinct from the events themselves. She...
Mutual Mentors; learning from each other: How I now experience God - Brandon Evans
Kindred Podcast - March 18, 2024 17:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIn this episode, Dr. Brandon Evans will shares into his journey of deconstruction and the subsequent process of resurrecting a faith that had once seemed lost. Mutual Mentors is a discussion series that we'll be exploring over the next several weeks, shedding light on the various ways members ...
230. The Prince of Peace Will Return To Slaughter Us?!?
Bros Bibles & Beer - March 18, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 77 ratingsIn this wildly thought-provoking episode, we delve into the divergent beliefs surrounding the anticipated return of Jesus Christ. While some interpretations envision a scenario of divine retribution, where Jesus returns to enact judgment and slaughter his enemies, others propose a more nuanced a...
#133 – David Fitch: Is God's Love Coercive?
Almost Heretical - March 13, 2024 10:30 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 535 ratingsListen to the extra 20-minute Utterly Heretical episode that Nate & Shelby recorded debriefing this conversation with David. Does Hell or even annihilationism mean that God's love is coercive? David Fitch (author of Reckoning With Power) debates with Nate and Shelby about whether we can call God'...
Matthew Sheffield on Mormonism & Evangelicalism, RW Media, and the 2024 Election
Exvangelical - March 08, 2024 20:47 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 410 ratingsThis week I'm joined by Matthew Sheffield from Flux. We discuss Mormonism & evangelicalism, his experiences in right-wing media, and the 2024 election. It's a broad-reaching conversation that I hope you enjoy. Follow Matthew's work at Flux, including the podcasts Theory of Change, Doomscroll, an...
229 Why Are Christians Deconstructing?
Bros Bibles & Beer - March 08, 2024 03:51 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 77 ratingsOn Episode 229 the Bros react to a video clip of professional anti-deconstructionist, Alisa Childers. What is deconstruction? Is it always wrong? Are people who deconstruct their faith misunderstood? Is there a healthy way to do it? We wrestle with this and more. Plus Jeff had a "Gin-cident", An...
#132 – Elaine Pagels: Trump and Doubting Thomas
Almost Heretical - March 06, 2024 11:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 535 ratingsElaine Pagels presents the compelling theory that the Gospel of John might have intentionally silenced the Gospel of Thomas. This interview not only explores the hidden gospels but also challenges us to rethink the foundational narratives of Christianity through the insights of Elaine Pagels. Tho...
#131 – Peter Rollins: The Philosophy of Deconstruction
Almost Heretical - February 28, 2024 11:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 535 ratingsWe sit down with philosopher and theologian Peter Rollins to explore the intricate landscape of faith, doubt, and the philosophy of deconstruction. Rollins discusses the importance of embracing our uncertainties and the transformative power of questioning traditional religious narratives. Through...
228. Pastor Through DISASTER
Bros Bibles & Beer - February 26, 2024 01:25 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 77 ratingsBrandon Reed joins us on episode 228 for a thought-provoking conversation on learning to pastor and lead through chaos. Discover how good leaders own failures and give away successes. And what does it even mean to say Jesus Changes Everything? Plus find out why Jesus would be better at ping pong...
#130 – Anna Gazmarian: Religious OCD and Mental Illness
Almost Heretical - February 21, 2024 10:22 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 535 ratingsListen to the full, unedited episode with extra 15 minutes Anna Gazmarian shares her profound journey of doubting faith, getting fired from a church, sexual assault, and confronting her mental health diagnosis within the church. How does faith intersect with the challenges of Religious OCD, scrup...
The Story of Ruth: Redeeming All That Has Been Lost - Ron Toft
Kindred Podcast - February 18, 2024 18:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIn this message, Ron covers the final chapter of Ruth which culminates in the marriage of Ruth and Boaz, securing their happy ending and profound divine blessing. Today we discuss our future hope in restoration, knowing that no matter the depth of trouble in which we find ourselves, God is alway...
227. Testimonies And Tears
Bros Bibles & Beer - February 17, 2024 17:46 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 77 ratingsGet ready to experience a rollercoaster of emotions in this episode. From inspiring testimonies to contagious laughter and a few tears, you won't want to miss this. How did we come to faith and what does our faith look like now (if we still have it)? Plus Rapture fantasies, memories of jerk yout...
#129 – Did Noah's Ark Actually Happen?
Almost Heretical - February 14, 2024 10:22 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 535 ratingsIf the Bible isn't about being true or false, then what is the point of stories like Noah's Ark? Thoughts, questions, stories? Please email [email protected] Become a member and get: 1. Bonus episodes of Utterly Heretical (our private podcast) every month 2. All full-length episodes 3. Ac...
The Story of Ruth: Biblical Comedy and Bold Actions - Ron Toft
Kindred Podcast - February 11, 2024 18:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIn this raucous chapter of Ruth's story, we enjoy a few laughs as we jump from innuendo to innuendo all the while seeing the deeper truth of God's providence showing up in unlikely ways. Listen along as Ruth makes her move and, even in a culture which stood against her in every way, God honors h...
226. Express Your Gifts With Love Or Kindly Leave w/ Gina Stockton
Bros Bibles & Beer - February 09, 2024 02:29 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 77 ratingsGina Stockton from The Sacred Space Podcast and Stockton Ministries joins us for a delightful convo on worship, prayer, worship fails, evolving spiritually & so much more. Check out what she's up to: The Sacred Space Podcast https://ginastockton.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ginastockton/ ...
The Good Books (Re-Release): The Making of Biblical Womanhood with Beth Allison Barr
Exvangelical - February 08, 2024 22:19 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 410 ratingsThis week I'm re-releasing my conversation with Beth Allison Barr, author of the book The Making of Biblical Womanhood: How the Subjugation of Women Became Gospel Truth. I'm joined by two guest co-hosts, Emily Autenrieth and Laura Agase. The theology and practice of complementarianism in conserva...
#128 – Nephilim and Gender Dynamics (Genesis 6:1-4)
Almost Heretical - February 07, 2024 10:22 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 535 ratingsCurious about the Nephilim and the "sons of God" mentioned in Genesis 6:1-4? Join Nate and Shelby as they delve into ancient texts like the Book of Enoch, exploring the implications these stories have on gender dynamics and biblical narratives. Thoughts, questions, stories? Please email almosther...
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