Best Deconstruct No Limits Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 353 - Stefanie Caponi: Tarot As A Tool For Manifestion And Shadow Work 43:05

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Friends, this week we are talking to the official tarot reader and astrologer of the What If Project, my friend - Stefanie Caponi. I love the work that Stefanie is doing in the world as she breaks down and presents ideas and topics that many were raised to fear (!) in profound and non-threatening ways. Today we revisit the topic of "tarot" and how …

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Episode 352: Mory Fontanez - Meeting Our Higher Self And The Realization That There Is No 'Other' 48:08

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Friends. This week we are talking to Mory Fontanez about her book, "Higher Self: Reclaiming the Power of Your Intuition" and, let me tell you - this book is scratching me right where I itch. I was raised in a world where I was told to DISTRUST the voice inside. Heck, I was even told it was a DEMON that needed to be CAST OUT and sent to the pits of …

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Episode 351: Brian McLaren - Imagining A New Way Forward 43:55

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This week we are talking to Brian McLaren about his new book (the first in a trilogy), "The Last Voyage". We talk about the current state of the world and how humanity can come together to envision and dream about a new way forward. Looking for some motivation and encouragement during these divisive moments that we're in? This one will help. Enjoy!…

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Check In 3: Oreo The Menace, Grief, And What's In Store For Season 9 Of The What If Project 30:05

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Friends, it's time for another check in. How are you? What's going on? Email me at [email protected] if you want to chat. Today I want to tell you about our new kitten, Oreo. I also want to talk to you about how our family has been learning to grieve. And I want to tell you about some tweaks and changes coming to Season 9 of the What If P…

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Episode 350: Judika Illes - Talking About Witchcraft, Christianity, Jesus, And More With A Practicing Witch 1:00:17

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(**NOTE: I had some audio issues with the episode and so had to cut out a few seconds here and there which is why edits might be more noticeable this week). If you grew up like me, in a conservative / fundamentalist / Evangelical world ... something in you likely cringed a bit when you saw the word "witchcraft" and "witch" in the title. It's OK to …

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Episode 349: Julia O'Brien - What If The Prophets Of Israel Weren't Primarily Interested In Issues Of Social Justice? 1:04:55

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I recorded this episode back in January and am releasing it now - many, many months later. Why? It challenged me so much that before I let others in on it, I had to let the words and ideas and thoughts really permeate into my own being. I recorded many conversations in 2025, but this is one of my top 2 or 3 favorites. Julia is Professor Emerita of …

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Epsiode 348: Eric Reitan - Limited Salvation And The Problem Of Heavenly Grief 1:11:55

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This week we are talking to Eric Reitan. When I was a kid my teachers told me that when I got to heaven I would celebrate and be happy even if my friends and family were burning in hell - say WHAT?! Were you taught that too? Join Eric and I as we talk about his book, "Troubled Paradise: Limited Salvation and the Problem of Heavenly Grief". Enjoy! S…

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Episode 347: Lisa Zega - The Beauty Of Befriending Our Grief 1:02:54

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This week we are talking to my friend Lisa Zega. Lisa is a long time listener of the podcast, a grief educator, life coach, and host of the "Grief Heals" podcast. In this episode we talk about life and spirituality and grief and how embracing our grief can lead to radical life change. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: LISA ZEGA: https://legityou.com/ GRIEF HEALS:…

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Episode 346: Dana Hicks - Spirituality, Deconstruction, And Exploring New Ways To Be 50:19

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Friends, this week we sit down with Dana Hicks to talk about his latest book, "The Quest for Thin Places: How to Find Spirituality After Deconstruction". We talk about our spiritual journeys, learning to dance in the liminal places, and exploring new ways to be in the world. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: DANA HICKS: https://www.danahicks.blog/ THE QUEST FOR T…

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Episode 345: Michelle Felice - One Woman's Leadership Journey In The Church 55:16

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This week we are talking to Michelle Felice about her book "Throw Another Pebble On The Pile". She tells us about her leadership journey in the church and what it's looking like for her to continue to learn to love in the midst of the divisive times we're in. Pour a cup of coffee and join us at her table - this is a good one. SHOW NOTES: MICHELLE F…

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Episode 344: Brandon Andress - Choosing To Go Deeper In A Divided World 49:16

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This week we're talking to Brandon Andress about his book, "Deep Calls to Deep". We talk about navigating these divisive times with a mindset of love and what it looks like to hold our values differently than the way the world might expect us to. This one will challenge you! Enjoy. SHOW NOTES: BRANDON ANDRESS: https://www.brandonandress.com/ DEEP C…

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Episode 343: Kurt Gray - Approaching Divisive Times Differently 43:45

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This week we're talking to Kurt Gray about his book, "Outraged: Why We Fight About Morality and Politics and How to Find Common Ground". We talk about finding the humanity in all people, how we often misinterpret the intentions of "the other side" ... and so much more. If you're trying to find a different way to exist in these divisive moments, thi…

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Episode 342: Stacy Singledecker - Evolving In Our Faith 1:06:09

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This week we are talking to my friend and long time listener of the podcast, Stacy Singledecker. Stacy joined me to share a bit about her faith journey and how her thoughts about God have evolved over the years. If you find yourself in a place where your own thoughts about God are expanding beyond the box you were raised - Stacy's story will be med…

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Episode 341: Jon Paul Sydnor - Progressive Theology As A Theology Of Progress 45:52

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This week we are talking to Jon Paul Sydnor about his book "The Great Open Dance". We explore the idea of "progressive theology" being a "theology of progress" and what it looks like to move foward in a world that is spinning it's wheels in the muds of division, judgement, hatred, etc. Looking for some hope in these divided times? This one will hel…

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Episode 340: Carl McColman - Read The Bible Like A Mystic 1:03:31

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This week Carl McColman is back on the show to talk to us about his journey with the Bible and what it means to read the Bible and engage with it's many stories like a Mystic. If your relationship with the Bible is tangled and complicated, this will help! SHOW NOTES: CARL MCCOLMAN: https://www.anamchara.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawKcOq1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicml…

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Episode 339: Brendan Barca - Buddhism And Living With Compassion In A Divided World 38:29

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This week we're talking to Brendan Barca who co-wrote a book with his wife called, "The Daily Buddhist" where over the course of 366 days they take us into the heart of Buddhism and how it can help us live a more happy, free, mindful life. Looking for a book to help you jumpstart your days with some fresh perspective? Go get it! SHOW NOTES: BRENDAN…

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Check In 2: Making Art, Reading Books, Battling Mice In My Crawl Space 27:56

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Hello friends, this is our SECOND check in - a time of flipping on the mic and catching up with you, sharing a bit of what's going on in my life. And I'd love to hear what's going on in yours, email me at [email protected] - I will answer! Here are some links, peace! ... MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Rubble-Stories-Shattered-Re…

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Episode 338: Thomas Oord And Chad Bahl - The Power Of Love In A Divided World 54:12

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This week we're talking to Thomas Oord and Chad Bahl about Amipotence (ami ... who?!) and the power of love in a divided world. This one is a game-changer - enjoy! SHOW NOTES: THOMAS OORD: https://thomasjayoord.com CHAD BAHL: https://www.facebook.com/chad.bahl AMIPOTENCE: https://www.amazon.com/Amipotence-Support-Criticism-Expansion-Application/dp/…

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Episode 337: Annie B. Jones - Staying Put In A World That Is On The Move 47:42

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This week we are talking to Annie B. Jones about her amazing book, "Ordinary Time". We talk about staying put in a world that is always on the move - staying in friendship, staying true to ourselves, staying true to our faith, and so much more. If you're looking for some fresh perspective for your journey - Annie has you covered. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES:…

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Episode 336: John A. Powell - Creating A World Where Everyone Belongs 49:51

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This week we are talking to John A. Powell about his book, "The Power of Bridging". We talk about unity and what it looks like to create a world (in these very divisive times!) where everyone belongs. This one will challenge you and (hopefully!) inspire you. Enjoy, and much love! SHOW NOTES: JOHN A. POWELL: https://www.johnapowell.org THE POWER OF …

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Episode 335: Amie McNee - Making Art Is Rebellion 42:04

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This week we're talking to Amie McNee about her new book, "We Need Your Art". Everyone makes art, everyone is creative - and whatever creative juices you have bubbling up in you? The world needs it. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: AMIE MCNEE: https://www.amiemcnee.com WE NEED YOUR ART: https://www.amazon.com/We-Need-Your-Art-Something/dp/0593833007/ref=sr_1_1?c…

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Episode 334: Bruce Epperly - Born Again Everyday, A Bigger Jesus, And The Power Of Reiki 50:21

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This week we are talking to Dr. Bruce Epperly about his journey with Jesus and his experience as a Pastor who is also Reiki Master. This is a good one - ENJOY! SHOW NOTES: BRUCE EPPERLY: https://www.drbruceepperly.com BRUCE'S BOOKS: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Bruce-G.-Epperly/author/B08CZZ94L9?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1743529234&sr=8-1&isDramIn…

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Check In 1: Summer Is Coming, Art Is Fun, And (Minor) Tweaks To The Podcast 22:01

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Friends, starting next week I'm tweaking something on the podcast that will lead to an experiment with these bi-monthly check ins. In this check in I talk about these check ins, Jordan's upcoming Summer break, art, Patreon, and an idea I'm kicking around for 2026. 2026? What? Yes, I think far in advance. HA! Check it out, tell me what you think. Mu…

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Episode 333: Felicia Murrell - What If There's Another Way To Be? 1:07:23

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This week we talk to Felicia Murrell about her book, "AND: The Restorative Power of Love in an Either/Or World" and let me tell you - this is the most important conversation I've EVER had on the podcast. 333 episodes in and this one stands above the others in terms of thougths that helped shape me, mold me, comfort me, challenge me, and make me fee…

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Episode 332: Blair Coyle - What If Resurrection Is About Losing Your Religion To Find True Life? 57:27

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This week we're talking to Blair Coyle. Blair is a singer and songwriter who creates beautiful music that is birthed out of his faith deconstruction / evolution. Today he talks to us about his music, his journey, and how his understanding of God and faith have evolved. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: BLAIR COYLE: https://www.blaircoylemusic.com APOSTASY ANTHEMS…

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Episode 331: Liz Charlotte Grant - What If We Saw The Bible As A Beautiful Masterwork Of Ancient Art? 57:24

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Is it possible to continue to find value in the Bible when you no longer see the Bible as the inerrant, perfect, almighty Word of God? Is it possible for the Bible to continue to speak into our lives post-Evangelicalism? Is it possible for the Bible to be MORE than you ever imagined it could be? This week we talk to Liz Charlotte Grant about her am…

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Episode 330: Larry Jordan - What If We Were To Hold Our Beliefs More Loosely? 1:03:27

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This week we're talking to Larry Jordan about his book, "THE WAY" and wondering how the world might change if we allowed our beliefs to rest in our open palms instead of our closed fists ... if we asked more questions of those who see things differently instead of making more declarations about how we're right and they're wrong. This one will stret…

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Episode 329: Neil Douglas-Klotz - What If We've Misunderstood Much Of What Jesus Was Talking About? 50:36

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This week Neil Douglas-Klotz is back on the show to talk about his new book, "The Aramaic Jesus Book of Days". We talk about the person and teachings of Jesus and how when looked at through Jesus' native Aramaic tongue - it's IMPOSSIBLE to put it all into a nice, neat, systematic box. This is a good one - enjoy and go grab the book! SHOW NOTES: NEI…

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Episode 328: Justin Scoggins - What If Tattoos And Art Can Be A Doorway To The Divine? 49:31

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This week we welcome Justin Scoggins who talks to us about his book, "Inking Christ" - we talk tattoos, art, creativity, and choosing to live creatively different during these divisive moments in our world. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: JUSTIN SCOGGINS: https://www.eidochristos.com INKING CHRIST: https://www.amazon.com/Inking-Christ-Theological-Approach-Tatto…

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Episode 327: James Danaher - What If The Gospel Of Jesus Isn't About Becoming Righteous, But Becoming Loving? 52:28

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This week we're talking to Dr. James Danaher about his newest book, "A Deeper Life". We talk about Jesus, the Gospel, and how the message of the Gospel isn't about becoming more righteous, but remembering and awakening to who we have always been. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: JAMES DANAHER: https://www.amazon.com/stores/James-P.-Danaher/author/B001JS5LRY?ref=…

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Episode 326: Stuart Semple - What If Our Creativity Has The Power To Change The World? 46:15

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Welcome to season 8 of the show, we'll be talking today to Stuart Semple about art, creativity, the inner critic, and near death experiences. Enjoy. SHOW NOTES: STUART SEMPLE: https://stuartsemple.com MAKE ART OF DIE TRYING: https://www.amazon.com/Make-Art-Die-Trying-Changes-ebook/dp/B0CL5CGTQM/ref=sr_1_2?crid=35ZY2PG2KBLHT&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.i8CFPBw…

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Episode 325: What's Up In 2025? Bi-Weekly Episodes, Exploring Oneness, And Finding A Different Way To Be 35:00

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SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Rubble-Stories-Shattered-Relationships/dp/B0C7T5TJD4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B051GGV2WCSI&keywords=glenn+siepert&qid=1700157759&sprefix=glenn+%2Caps%2C399&sr=8-1 SUBSTACK: https://whatifproject.substack.com/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/su…

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Episode 324: Bruce Pagano - What If Certainty Is A Hindrance To Spiritual Growth? 1:08:56

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This week we're talking to Bruce Pagano about his book, "Certainty Kills", where he explores the many ways that white knuckle certainty can hinder our spiritual growth. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: BRUCE PAGANO: https://www.brucepagano.com CERTAINTY KILLS: https://www.amazon.com/Certainty-Kills-Approaching-God-Honoring-Neighbor-loving-ebook/dp/B0CZKPK7VH/ref…

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Episode 323: Esther Goetz - What If We Could Become Our Own Authority? 1:00:20

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This week we're talking to my friend, Esther Goetz. Esther is a spiritual director, author, podcast host, and all around wonderful human. We talk about spirituality, deconstruction, our evolving thoughts about the Bible, and what it looks like to become your own authority. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: ESTHER GOETZ: https://www.estherjoygoetz.com ESTHER'S BOO…

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Episode 322: Rabbi Brian - What If You Had A Permission Slip To Listen To Your Own Inner Voice? 55:29

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This week we're talking to Rabbi Brian Zachary Mayer about his amazing book, "Rabbi Brian's High Unorthodox Gospel". We talk about moving from a place of deconstruction to a place of love and the permission we all have to listen to the still, quiet voice within. Need some hope this week? This one is for you! SHOW NOTES: RABBI BRIAN: https://rabbibr…

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Episode 321: Brandy Anderson - What If Our Loved Ones Who Have Passed Away Are Still Here? 1:00:52

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This week we're talking to Brandy Anderson about her book "Through the Veil". We talk about paranormal experiences, what happens when we die, reincarnation ... and so much more. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: BRANDY ANDERSON: https://brandyanderson.net/through-the-veil/ THROUGH THE VEIL: https://www.amazon.com/Through-Veil-Glimpse-into-Afterlife/dp/1964252032/…

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Episode 320: Ally Markotich - What If We Can Rediscover Our Creative Heart? 52:41

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This week we're talking to Ally Markotich about her amazing new book, "Soul Kindling". We talk art, creativity, the inner critic, and finding rest in our MotherGod. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: ALLY MARKOTICH: https://www.soulkindling.com/ SOUL KINDLING: https://www.soulkindling.com MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Rubble-Stories-Shattered-Relationsh…

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Episode 319: Brandon Dragan - What If Deconstruction Can Open Us To The Nuances That Can Be Found Everywhere? 49:42

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Brandon and I went to the same fundamentalist/Evangelical high school and today he's a lawyer who is doing amazing things in the world. This week we talk about faith deconstruction and how moving away from black and white thinking in regards to our faith can open our eyes to the nuances that can be found in every area of life - in particular within…

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Episode 318: Darrell Epp - What If We Stopped Allowing Our Technologies To Dictate Our Thoughts And Our Days? 54:14

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This week we're talking to our friend Darrell Epp. Darrell is a poet and came on to discuss his latest collection of poems and the ways that technology (and the creators of it!) are hijacking our minds and our days. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: DARRELL EPP: https://www.facebook.com/darrell.epp.5/ ALIEN PHONICS PRIMER: https://www.amazon.com/Alien-Phonics-Pri…

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Episode 317: Neil Douglas-Klotz & Alexander John Shaia - What If The Jesus Story Can Change Everything? 52:15

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This week we're talking to Alexander John Shaia and Neil Douglas-Klotz about their courses with the Shift Network and the intersection of their work on Jesus The Christ and the way the many layers of his story have the power to change EVERYTHING. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: NEIL DOUGLAS-KLOTZ: https://abwoon.org - REVELATIONS OF THE ARAMAIC JESUS: https://w…

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Episode 316: John Dominic Crossan - What If We've Completely Misunderstood The Apostle Paul? 1:14:19

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This week we're tallking to John Dominic Crossan about his new book, "Paul the Pharisee: A Vision Beyond the Violence of Civilization". We talk about the Apostle Paul, resurrection, metaphorical language, the importance of context ... and so much more. This is a good one, enjoy! SHOW NOTES: JOHN DOMINIC CROSSAN: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialJoh…

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Episode 315: John Philip Newell - What If We Remembered The Divine At The Heart Of All Things? 47:50

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This week we're talking to John Philip Newell about some FRESH ways to think about the Gospel and what might change in our world if we were do return to an awareness of the Divine at the heart of ALL THINGS. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: JOHN PHILIP NEWELL: https://www.earthandsoul.org/john-philip-newell THE GREAT SEARCH: https://www.earthandsoul.org/thegreat…

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Episode 314: Duncan Pile - What If We Could Wake Up To The Union We've Always Had With The Divine? 52:31

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Duncan Pile is back for another conversation stemming off his thoughts about his deconstruction journey. Today we're talking about mysticism and waking up to the reality that we've always been (and will always be) intimately connected to the Divine. DUNCAN PILE: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/duncanedwardpile/ MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emergin…

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Episode 313: Duncan Pile - What If We Can Deconstruct Our Faith While Keeping Aspects Of It In Place? 52:51

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This week we're talking to Duncan Pile about deconstruction and his faith journey and wondering if perhaps we can deconstruct AND keep various parts of our faith/beliefs intact. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: DUNCAN PILE: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/duncanedwardpile/ MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Rubble-Stories-Shattered-Relationships/dp/B0C7T5TJD…

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Episode 312: Lauren Drake - What If Numerology Can Magnify The Reality Of Our Connection To The Divine? 58:00

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This week we're talking to Lauren Drake about numerology and what the numbers stemming from your birthday can reveal about you and your connection to the Divine. In this episode, she used my birthday as an example and absolutely BLEW MY MIND. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: LAUREN DRAKE: https://illuminatedlifehealing.com MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emergin…

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Episode 311: Amanda Udis-Kessler - What If We Embraced An Ethic That Empowered Everyone In The World To Flourish? 57:28

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This week we're talking to Amanda Udis-Kessler about her amazing book, "Abundant Lives: A Progressive Christian Ethic of Flourishing" and wonder about how the world might be different if we lived from an ethic that allowed everyone to flourish. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: AMANDA UDIS-KESSLER: https://amandaudiskessler.com ABUNDANT LIVES: https://amandaudisk…

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Episode 310: Eric Reitan - What If We Tried On A Worldview That Is Different Than The One We Assume Is Correct? 1:00:57

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This week we talk to Eric Reitan about deconstruciton, faith evolution, and the idea of truth having multiple layers as opposed to one narrow way of understanding. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: ERIC REITAN: https://www.instagram.com/reitaneric/ SO EDEN SANK TO GRIEF: https://www.amazon.com/Eden-Sank-Grief-Eric-Reitan-ebook/dp/B0CT98LR5V/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_…

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Episode 309: Drenda Thomas Richards - What If We Dared To Remember The Dreams We Had When We Were Young? 54:07

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New episode out with Drenda Thomas Richards who talks to us about her book, "DARE TO REMEMBER" and helps us tap into our true selves as we strip away our conditioned selves and become all that we have been created to be. This is a good one - ENJOY! SHOW NOTES: DRENDA THOMAS RICHARDS: https://www.drendathomasrichards.com DARE TO REMEMBER: https://ww…

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Episode 308: Thomas Oord - What If Life, Faith, And God Can Be Found Beyond Deconstruction? 59:26

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This week we talk to Thomas Oord about the book he recently wrote with Tripp Fuller - "God After Deconstruction". Are you deconstructing? Rethinking your faith? Does it all feel like a giant mess in your head and heart? This convo will (I hope!) make you feel less alone. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: THOMAS OORD: https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rl…

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Episode 307: Herb Montgomery - What If Proximity To People Who Are Different Than Us Can Change Everything? 59:41

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New episode with Herb Montgomery talking to us about faith evolution and how being friends with people who are different than us has the power to change ... everything. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: HERB MONTGOMERY: https://renewedheartministries.com FINDING JESUS: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Jesus-Fundamentalist-Discovers-Socio-Political/dp/1957007893/ref…