The most entertaining and enraging stories from 'Classical' mythology (and, often, ancient history of the wider Mediterranean!) told casually, contemporarily, and (more often than not) sarcastically. The world of Greek mythology and the history of the wider ancient Mediterranean is full of wonder, horror, and utter hilarity. These myths and stories are timeless for a reason, they're just as relevant today as they were 2500+ years ago. With over 700 episodes and counting, we dive deep into th ...
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Spiritual Deconstruction Podcasts
The Heathen: There & Back Again Interviews, comedy, music, story-telling
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Reconstruction after deconstruction--after leaving religion behind. This show also educates the listeners of the dangers posed by dominion theology and the Christian Right today.
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The Unbelief Podcast is your space to question, explore, and release the beliefs that no longer serve you—or maybe even caused harm. Hosted by Jeremy Steele, the Skeptic Pastor, this podcast dives deep into deconstruction, offering progressive and thoughtful insights on ancient spiritual texts like the Bible. Through interviews with leading scholars and candid conversations with those navigating their own faith journeys, the Unbelief Podcast invites you to rethink, rediscover, and rebuild yo ...
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Host Allison Metcalfe, WPCC, gets raw about recovering from Evangelical Christianity as a woman with a variety of guests and experts. Tune in for topics like navigating deconstruction, healing from spiritual abuse, mental health, sexuality, trauma, relationships, chronic illness, marriage, parenting, and more.
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Where the slippery slope becomes sacred ground. Where the slippery slope becomes sacred ground. For the spiritually tender—untangling faith, grieving what was, deeply hopeful the sacred remains.
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Join post evangelical pastor, Eric Schwartz and guests, as they dive deep in to the stories of how the church has let them down, where they are now in their spiritual journey, and where they are finding hope. If you are so inclined to support us and engage with more "Cynics", you can at patreon.com/evancynical
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Audio recordings of Buddhist teachings and discussions with local and visiting teachers of the Dhamma. Visit seattleinsight.org for more information.
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For more than 15 years Nomad Podcast has been hosting conversations with theologians, activists and contemplatives from across the Christian spectrum and beyond. Reflecting on our evangelical heritage we explore the possibilities of a more inclusive, generous and hopeful faith.
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Heretic Happy Hour is an unapologetically irreverent, crass, and sometimes profound conversation about the intersection of culture and the Christian faith. Hosts Keith Giles and Matthew J. Distefano, alongside a rotating panel of guest hosts that include theologians and therapists, professors and prophets, mystics and misfits, pull no punches and leave no stones unturned. For some serious sacred cow-tipping, there’s nothing better than spending an hour of your time with us. New shows every T ...
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Shelly Shepherd and Heather Drake invite you to listen in on a continuing conversation about expanding spirituality, the Divine Feminine, and the transforming impact of living attuned to Wisdom, Spirit and Love. #expansionisttheology #spirituality #spirit #spiritual #wisdom #love #Sophia #feminist #theology #community #table #expansion #fifthwaylove #deconstruction #Jesus #annointing #marymagdalene #feminism #Jesuschrist #holyspirit #women #feminine
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Husband and Wife are two non-believers who have always wanted to read the Bible. Why would we subject ourselves to this you might ask? From our perspective it helps us understand where the Christians around us, here in the Midwest, are coming from when they quote the Bible at us. Husband is basically an Atheist and wife leans Agnostic but mostly Atheist and we’re just having some fun at the Bible’s expense while learning more about what our neighbors claim we’re going to hell over. Hosted on ...
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Becoming Me is your podcast companion and coach in your journey to a more integrated and authentic self. I explore the joys and challenges of the interior journey and share practical wisdom about growing in wholeness, healing from complex trauma, and navigating the existential crises of spiritual midlife deconstruction and renewal as an integrated Roman Catholic. Visit www.integroformation.com for more!
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Deadly Faith is a true crime podcast that explores the world where religion and crime collide. The world in which some people take their religious beliefs a tad too far. Maybe they hide their evil behind their 'Man of God' persona. Maybe they start a cult, commit murder, or even believe they're the second coming of Jesus Christ himself. It's not a world full of sunshine and rainbows, but it's a world that needs to be explored. That's where Laci and Lola come in. So get ready for some deep di ...
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Another Look Podcast is a podcast where we discuss our splinters and planks of wood in the American church. The purpose of this podcast is to have frank and honest dialogue about the role of the church and the role of the believer in America today. Our goal is to take "another look" at who we are and realign our spirits properly. It will hurt initially but the end result will always be a beautiful masterpiece in the Potter's hands.
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Don’t miss this thought-provoking podcast series with authors Monica and Michael Berg. Together, they’ll answer your most pressing questions, offering sage advice for the modern world. Self-proclaimed Change Junkie, Monica Berg is an author and teacher who lectures internationally. Michael Berg is a rabbi and Aramaic scholar who has published almost 20 books on the teachings of Kabbalah. This husband and wife team has been sharing kabbalistic wisdom and relationship expertise with students f ...
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Soul + Practice: Raw Conversations & Real Practices with Kathy Escobar & Phyllis Mathis
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Soul + Practice: Raw Conversations, Real Practices, is hosted by Kathy Escobar and Phyllis Mathis. It’s centered on raw conversations about our crazy world, and real practices that keep us grounded deep in our souls. Kathy Escobar and Phyllis Mathis write, speak, pastor, and counsel, and are dedicated to creating spaces that foster healing and change. Keep listening to your soul. Keep practicing.
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Real faith. Real life. Hosted by Pastor Matthew Stephen Brown of Sandals Church, The Debrief Podcast goes beyond Sunday conversations—diving into the questions, stories, and struggles that shape who we are. Thoughtful. Honest. Unfiltered.
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This is a podcast for seekers, skeptics, believers, and the spiritually curious — for anyone who longs for deeper meaning, connection, and peace, whether you're rooted in a tradition or not. Drawing from his own journey — from conservative Christianity to Islamic mysticism, through loss, healing, and awakening — Dr. Habib explores the sacred beyond doctrine and the Divine beyond names. Through soulful reflections, honest storytelling, and conversations with guests from diverse backgrounds, w ...
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Brainwash Be Gone! | Break free of religious trauma as women leaving high demand religions [Deconstruction of spiritual abuse for Exvangelicals, Exmormons, Recovering Catholics, Former Jehovah’s Witnesses ...
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A podcast for women who’ve left high control, high demand religions. In every 15min episode, we deconstruct one specific rule you were taught, so you can let go of the harmful conditioning and live an amazing life on your own terms. Overcome spiritual abuse and religious trauma! Episodes drop on Sundays and Wednesdays. If you’ve quit a high control group, high demand religion, or cult after suffering spiritual abuse and religious trauma, then YOU know, just like I know, how super frustrating ...
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Whether you're new to Christianity, curious about Jesus, or navigating spiritual deconstruction, The Not Yet Christian Podcast offers real, relatable conversations about faith, emotional healing, and spiritual growth. Hosted by Jennie D, who found faith through life's hardest moments, this podcast creates a safe, judgment-free space to explore your relationship with God—without pressure, perfection, or religious performance. Not Yet Christian is raw, honest, and encouraging—created for anyon ...
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Spiritual Nomad is a podcast for seekers with a curious mind and open heart, exploring the landscape of spirituality in pursuit of deeper meaning and authentic inner realization. Since 2017, host Luke Bricker has shared openly about the evolution of his own spiritual path, while inviting listeners into conversations and reflections on mystic Christianity, contemplative practice, and inter-spiritual wisdom. While the podcast originally began during a season of evangelical deconstruction, it h ...
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The Liturgical Rebels podcast is for spiritual seekers who no longer feel comfortable with a traditional approach to Christian religious observances. It empowers followers of Jesus to creatively reconstruct their faith and spiritual practices. Through conversation with groundbreaking practitioners from around the world who think creatively about new approaches to spirituality, we will emphasize the sacredness of all things and uncover ways in which God speaks to us through nature and creativ ...
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The podcast that helps you reconstruct while you deconstruct so you don't self-destruct.
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If you are trying to figure out how to navigate the tricky tightrope of parenting while you have questions, doubts and wonderings about your spiritual journey, this podcast is for you. It doesn't matter if your kids are smalls, middles, or bigs. We will explore what and how we are deconstructing from churchianity, harmful belief systems, and diving deep into the ways we can work this out in parenthood. We will also work through ideas for reconstructing a space for our families to thrive unde ...
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Cabernet and Pray
Jeremy Jernigan is a former megachurch pastor turned wine-loving theologian who’s not afraid to ask the hard questions about Christianity. As the host of Cabernet and Pray, Jeremy blends deep theological exploration with cultural critique, all while sipping exceptional wines from around the world. With a background in ministry and a passion for progressive faith, Jeremy invites listeners into raw, honest conversations about doubt, deconstruction, and rediscovering Jesus beyond evangelicalism. Whether he’s unpacking a problematic Bible passage, challenging toxic church traditions, or exploring the beauty of grace with a guest, Jeremy offers a fresh take on faith that’s thoughtful, provocative, and deeply rooted in love. If you're seeking a faith that holds space for curiosity, nuance, and a good Pinot Noir, you're in the right place.
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Part late-night radio show, part atheist variety hour for the spiritually curious, There Is No God And We’re All Gonna Die follows queer musician Daniel Cartier as he dives into life, death, and the messy meaning in between — with listener questions, original music, and a lot of radical honesty. Whether you're a skeptic, seeker, believer, or just passing through, you're welcome here.
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Welcome to Deconstructing Conventional, a show fascinated by one simple question: How did we get here? How did what we call “conventional” come to earn that title? Is there a better way, and if so, what would it look like? This show is about deconstructing two things: Our individual biases, and the systems that run (or attempt to run) our everyday lives. We do this deconstruction with an eye for where we can reconstruct something better that leads to flourishing societies, and robust physica ...
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Welcome to the Liminal Living Podcast, where we dive deep into the realm of liminal spaces—those transitional phases where uncertainty is our companion. I'm your host and curator of conversations, Dr. Tom Rundel, and it's my pleasure to serve as your guide through these uncharted territories. With a doctoral background in spirituality and leadership from Portland Seminary, my research has centered on the spirituality found in the narratives of liminality in the Bible, but I have expanded my ...
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Join R.A. Martinez and various guests as they discuss the convergence of the prayer and missions movement in this generation. From theological discussions to practical leadership lessons, the MAPS Global Podcast delivers engaging content for those interested in being involved in the modern missions movement in the Church today. Start listening and join the story!
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"Grow As We Go" is a sacred storytelling space at the intersection of sexuality, spirituality, and somatic wisdom. Rooted in reverence for the body and a fierce devotion to truth, we explore what it means to come alive in our relationships, our rituals, and our own skin. Through intimate conversations with Houston-based healers and embodied guides, we unravel shame, deconstruct conditioning, and reclaim our sensuality as a spiritual path. This podcast is a lighthouse for the ones who are wak ...
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What began in 2019 as a bold unraveling of faith (Deconstruct) bloomed into a space for wonder and growth (Curiocity). Hosted by Lauren DeLeary with husband Adam Frost, this podcast explored self-development, wellness, spirituality, and relationships. Now archived, Deconstruct to Curiocity marks the end of this chapter—a journey from questioning everything to finding freedom in curiosity. Thanks for walking with us. Keep up with what's next for us @laurendeleary -- always! xx apple-podcasts- ...
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This Is Not Church podcast offers a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of the intersections between deconstruction, activism, spirituality, and the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as vital issues like Black Lives Matter and First Nations' rights. Hosted by passionate individuals who are dedicated to fostering open and inclusive conversations, this podcast delves into the complex journey of deconstructing one's faith, while simultaneously embracing and advocating for the rights and stor ...
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Mama Bear Apologetics is a podcast for mothers of biological, adopted, or spiritual children who want to learn about how to defend the Christian faith, help give their children reasons for faith, and understand the worldviews that challenge Christian faith in the first place.
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You left the faith. The baggage stayed. Ex-Mormon Jessa and former Presbyterian Austin get real about dating after religion: purity culture damage, mismatched values, and building relationships on your own terms. Honest, hilarious, and judgment-free. For the deconstructed, the questioning, and anyone dating outside the lines they were raised in. New episodes every two weeks.
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Welcome to General Snobbery, a podcast engaged in the Art of Snobbery to deconstruct US culture and films, thereby opening hidden doorways that lead to infinite dimensions of delight.
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Sunday School Dropouts is a podcast hosted by trained therapists Dr. Laura Anderson and Andrew Kerbs. Both Andrew and Laura grew up in high control religion and spent years trying to live up to the rules and standards until one day, they couldn’t do it anymore. They spent our lives aspiring to be true followers of God and all they got from it was religious trauma.So now, they’re taking our lived experiences along with their education, training, and work with clients to create this podcast–a ...
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Many children born in the late 1970s to the present day have found themselves influenced by Dr James Dobson founder of Focus on the Family. James Dobson equated child rearing to training dogs, his harmful abusive training techniques raised a generation of children. We would like to speak up.
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Jason Gregory is a philosopher and teacher specializing in Eastern and Western philosophy, comparative religion, psychology, cognitive science, and ancient cultures. He is the author of Emotional Intuition for Peak Performance, Effortless Living, Fasting the Mind, Enlightenment Now, and The Science and Practice of Humility. He is also the documentary filmmaker of The Art of Effortless Living, Effortless Action, and The Yugas. In this podcast, Jason and his wife and co-host Gayoung will decon ...
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Our podcast is a casual, fun conversation among three experts in the field discussing all things Tarot. Topics range from the simple to the sublime. Please join us for the monthly Menage a Tarot!
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Join Rhett & Link, hosts of the popular daily YouTube show Good Mythical Morning and authors of the New York Times bestseller “Book of Mythicality” in a candid weekly conversation for your Internetainment.
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Hosted by Lola Robbins, Kyle Butler, and Jason Elam, The Messy Spirituality Podcast features conversations about life, God, spirituality, and becoming a better human. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Truth and Tradition is a thought-provoking podcast featuring in-depth dialogues with scholars, spiritual leaders, and experts across various disciplines. Through engaging discussions on religion, science, and philosophy, I explore the complexities of the human experience and the diverse ways in which individuals seek meaning in the world. I’m Jackson Atwell, an agnostic with a background as a former Evangelical Christian. My mission is to uncover solutions to life’s most profound questions w ...
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Conversations with regular people about their deconstruction experiences, leaving toxic religious groups, and what comes next. Maple syrup-flavoured discussions about how authoritarian religion manifests in the Canadian space. Episodes release biweekly on Wednesdays.
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Welcome to Showing Up Whole! If you’re tired of constantly trying to figure out how to integrate spirituality, self-care, and mindful living into your busy life, only to feel like you’re getting nowhere—you’re in the right place. This podcast is all about helping you align your mind, body, heart, and spirit so you can show up whole in your everyday life—without feeling like you’re running a three-ring circus. Hosted by Christina Fletcher, you’ll receive practical tools for conscious living, ...
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Sort of like, what happens when you get overpowered by the Nevada Sun—while listening to Nuthin' but a G Thang (on repeat)—and at the same time, listening to a heavily tattoo'd guy from HV1, intelligently-and-existentially deconstruct (and reconstruct) strange meanings of life. All from a tribal perspective. Yeah, it's kind of like that…
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An exvangelical podcast featuring Janice Lagata in conversations with her friends about the fears we were given by evangelicalism and ways we are finding power, love and sound mind on the other side. New episodes on the first and third Wednesday of each month! **FOUR SEASON officially begins January 3rd, 2024**
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"You'll only need your degree if your husband dies" | Deconstructing spiritual trauma from high control groups
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Have you ever been told that your education only matters if your husband dies, and felt something inside you recoil even while you tried to believe it was "godly wisdom"? This episode explores the spiritual trauma women face in high control religious groups and the process of recovering from abuse and harmful conditioning. If you were taught that y…
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#257: The Death of Supernaturalism with Chad Bahl and D.T. Bryant
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In this week's main episode, Matthew and Keith sit down with Chad Bahl and D.T. Bryant to discuss the death of supernaturalism. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show. Or, you can email Matthew at [email protected]. Join The Quollective today! Use code "here…
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Reimagining Community - Lizz Enns Petters & Esther Joy Goetz
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In this third-to-last episode of Deconstructing Mamas, we talk about one of the biggest questions we’ve been asked over the past four years: What does community look like now, after everything we’ve lost? For so many of us, the communities we left behind were built around sameness — shared beliefs, shared behaviors, shared expectations. Belonging d…
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Liv reads (the second half) of Book 11 of Statius' Thebaid, translated by JH Mozley. It's the beginning of the end... The brothers, Eteocles and Polynices, fight to the death and leave their surviving family members - Jocasta, Antigone, Ismene, and Oedipus - to deal with their grief. Submit to the quarterly Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad…
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T.C. stops by to discuss his journey from the time he spent in a gang, what led him to be a pastor, and what community means to him.
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1. Allison's Story: Religion, Chronic Illness, & the Body as the Key
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In the debut episode of "The Recovering Radical," host Allison Metcalfe shares her personal journey of deconstructing from a hyper-charismatic religious background. Allison opens up about the challenges of internalized guilt, anxiety, and chronic illness, and how she found healing through somatic practices and nervous system work. Join her as she e…
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Eating With Jesus: A Conversation With Robert Cornwall
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This Quoircast Podcast episode is brought to you by the Honoring The Journey Podcast In this episode we chat with Robert Cornwall Robert D. Cornwall is Minister-at-Large with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) living in Troy, Michigan. He previously served as Senior Pastor of Central Woodward Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Troy, …
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Grappling with Spiritual Abuse and Trauma in the “DNA” of the Catholic Church
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Episode 161 What if the reason spiritual abuse is so rampant yet unrecognised in the Church is because these kind of dynamics have always been part of the way the Church existed in the world? In this deeply personal episode, I talk about my journey awakening to and grappling with the legacy of spiritual abuse and trauma within the Catholic Church. …
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Rhett’s Friendship Terms | Ear Biscuits Ep. 493
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As much as we try, we just can’t seem to make this podcast suck. In this episode, Rhett & Link tangent their way across a multitude of subjects to see if they can make the podcast boring, but it proves impossible. They talk about the three Ps to be Rhett’s friend, other criteria for close friends, as well as how it went for Link meeting some of his…
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27. Mike Maeshiro (Ex-evangelical pastor) – God Made Me Gay: Healing from Spiritual Harm
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27. Mike Maeshiro (Ex-evangelical pastor) – God Made Me Gay: Healing from Spiritual Harm Growing up evangelical, Mike was taught that being gay was sinful, dangerous, and something God would eventually “fix.” Today, he’s an ex-evangelical pastor helping thousands heal from spiritual trauma and rediscover a God who delights in them. In this episode,…
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Deconstructing without Losing Faith (kind of)
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Ever been told that if you stop believing one thing, Jesus unfriends you? Yeah… same. In this episode, we unmask the “literalist playing field” that we didn't realize we were playing on, talk about why deconstruction isn’t the spiritual apocalypse your youth pastor warned you about, and even discover that Paul's writings are part pagan. We’ll walk …
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Questions you should ask before reading the Bible with Dr. Jennifer Garcia Bashaw
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Send us a text What if reading the Bible felt less like swallowing a prepackaged meal and more like cooking something nourishing with friends? We sit down with Dr. Jennifer Garcia Bashaw to reframe biblical interpretation through a simple, memorable kitchen metaphor that helps anyone move from fear and formulas to curiosity and depth. Instead of tr…
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BONUS SHOW: How Not to Be a Guest on Heretic Happy Hour
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In this week's bonus show, Matthew and Keith address the behavior of a certain guest from this week's main show before discussing a hotline message and the recent dump of Epstein emails. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show. Or, you can email Matthew at ma…
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The Unbroken Chain: Discovering Equanimity and Spiritual Lineage with Margaret Cullen
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What happens when a meditation retreat unveils a hidden ancestral truth—and transforms how we understand peace itself? In this intimate conversation, Dr. Habib welcomes psychotherapist, meditation teacher, and author Margaret Cullen, whose upcoming book Quiet Strength: Find Peace, Feel Alive, and Love Boundlessly Through the Power of Equanimity exp…
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Conversations: Real Women's Voices at Real Ancient Work, w/ Andromache Karanika
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Liv speaks with Andromache Karanika about women's work, work songs, and the very concept of real ancient women's lives. Set fire to the patriarchy, my dear listeners... And learn more about Dr Karanika. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at…
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This week: I talk with BIG GAY ED, an unapologetic 61-year-old gay force of nature from rural Michigan, who lives surrounded by MAGA neighbors, but still manages to shine his rainbow nails at Kroger like a superstar. We go full tilt for over an hour— just two queer atheist weirdos talking about politics, dogs, compassion, MAGA neighbors, OCD, Jesus…
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In this episode of The Debrief Podcast with Matthew Stephen Brown, we’re diving into the tension many Christians feel around Halloween, and connections to witchcraft. Pastor Matthew Stephen Brown unpacks what it means to live with both conviction and compassion—how to stay grounded in truth while navigating a world that often blurs the lines betwee…
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169: No Shame November: Reclaiming Your God-given Identity and Creativity
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Shame has shaped the way many of us see God, ourselves, and others. But Jesus broke that cycle. In this episode, we talk about what it means to live free from performance, how to build shame-free environments, and how to break the shame, fear, control cycle that keeps us from living in our true identity as sons and daughters of God.…
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098- Addiction, Plant Medicine, & Intimacy w/ Tessa Owens
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Host Samantha and co-host Anthony discuss those moments that completely change your life. You know the ones, where you have to choose between a safe, predictable path and the scary, wide open unknown? They jump right into this theme by welcoming their first local Houston healer to the show, Tessa Owens. Tessa is a holistic health practitioner who w…
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Breaking the Rule to Always Say Yes: Reclaiming Intuition from Religious Trauma
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Why were women taught to always say yes, even when their intuition screamed no? In this episode, we dive deep into how religious trauma and spiritual abuse in high control and high demand religions train women to ignore their inner voice, often at the cost of their safety and self-worth. If you grew up in such an environment, you might have been co…
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Feeling like you don't belong is one of the most common and most painful reasons people stay away from church. Maybe you've walked through the doors and thought, "Everyone here has their life together but me." Or maybe you've felt out of place because of your past, your age, your family situation, or simply because you're still figuring faith out. …
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Neal Bosshardt: Clay Does WHAT! - A Powerful Detoxifier, Painkiller, Microbe Muncher, Gut Healer, and Mineral Replenisher
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Send us a text What if a jar of clay could keep you out of the doctor's office by changing how you handle burns, bites, gut upsets, or stubborn wounds? I brought in Neal Bosshardt, who has spent 50 years teaching and using natural bentonite clay, to share a straight‑shooting playbook: when clay shines, when to be cautious, and the exact methods tha…
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1946 and the Bible’s Big Gay Mistranslation (and How to Handle the Haters)
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This one is equal parts history lesson and how-to. We talk about how to respond to homophobic people and have a big announcement about where you can view the movie. The director, Rocky, breaks down the 1946 “homosexual” mistranslation, the grind of getting the film to actual humans, and the spiritual discipline of not feeding the trolls—while still…
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Covenants, Chaos, and the Chronicles of Exodus
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Moses gets a glow-up, Pharaoh gets the ick, and we get pedantic about timelines. In this one, we blitz from the patriarchs (Abraham → Isaac → Jacob → Joseph) to the start of Exodus—with a detour through Job (aka “God took a dare and your kids paid for it”) and two juicy side texts: Testaments of the Twelve Patriarchs and the Book of Jubilees. We dr…
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144: Kathy Khang: You Made it Weird, When Faith Divorces from Life
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In this engaging conversation, Tom Rundel and Kathy Khang explore the complexities of faith, deconstruction, and the journey towards reimagining spirituality in a modern context. They discuss the importance of love, community, and the challenges of navigating conversations with differing perspectives. Kathy shares her insights on embodied theology,…
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Episode 101: Jonestown Part 2 | When Faith Turns Fatal
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When a U.S. congressman boards a plane to investigate a remote religious settlement, he expects a diplomatic visit — not a reckoning. What begins as a routine inquiry quickly unravels into something far darker, fueled by secrecy, devotion, and fear. In this episode, the line between faith and control begins to blur… and the world starts to take not…
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Purity Culture in the Catholic Church
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Andrew and Laura welcome trauma professional and theologian Willow Sipling for an unflinching look at purity culture within the Catholic Church and beyond. Together they dig into how teachings on chastity, celibacy, and confession shape shame, control, and sexuality, especially for LGBTQ+ people navigating doctrines that label desire as “disordered…
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#256: Quantum Theology with Nish Dubashia, Mo Thomas, Jackson Peterson, and William Sarill
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In this week's main episode, Keith is back and the guys are joined by a panel that delves deep into the intersection of theology and quantum physics. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show. Or, you can email Matthew at [email protected]. Join The Quollective…
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Episode 137: How Can We Know Christianity is True?
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In this episode, Amy is joined by Tricia Scribner, a classical apologist, to explore how we can know Christianity is true. They walk through a systematic, logical framework known as classical apologetics, beginning with the existence of truth and culminating in the evidence for Christ's resurrection and divinity. They compare this approach with cul…
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We're here this Tuesday with another fun history episode because Liv deserves a break too! This was a fun one to research and write for you all, just a good ole deep dive into all the fun little oracles that are out there. Okay, we only looked at Delphic oracles, but to be fair that's because they were so incredibly important within the ancient Gre…
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Episode 100: Jonestown Part 1 | The Making of a Messiah
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Before the world knew his name, Jim Jones was just a small-town preacher with a big vision. He spoke about justice, equality, and love when few others dared to — drawing in crowds who saw him as a voice for the forgotten. But behind the sermons and the smiles was a man driven by something more than faith. In Part One, we explore the rise of Jim Jon…
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227. Awakening the Soul: Finding Joy in Everyday Life
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Do you wake up each morning with a sense of excitement for what’s ahead, or are you just going through the motions? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore how living a truly spiritual life renews every part of who we are. When we stay connected to the Light of the Creator, we experience rejuvenation, joy, and a deeper sense of be…
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Wise Mindfulness: Deconstruction Through Body, Recap & Discussion
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See all series | See all talks Teacher: Tim GeilDate: 2025-11-10 Monday Series The Four Noble Truths & The Twelve Insights (Monday evenings, 2025) 2025-01-06 Ghisly Garcia, Keri Pederson, Lyndal Johnson, Shawn Holmes, Sooz Appel, Steve Wilhelm, Tim Geil, Tuere Sala This recording was edited and prepared for publication by volunteer Nikhil Natarajan…
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For Such A Time As This: A Conversation With Hanna Reichel
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This Quoircast Podcast episode is brought to you by Liminal Living Podcast In this episode we chat with Hanna Reichel Hanna Reichel is Charles Hodge Professor of Systematic Theology at Princeton Theological Seminary. Raised an ecumenical Lutheran, Reichel serves as a ruling elder in the PC(USA) and on the Theology Working Group of the World Communi…
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Sami Awad – Christ Consciousness Under Occupation (N356)
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Palestinian peace activist Sami Awad has lived his whole life under military occupation. He’s witnessed violence, loss, and deep injustice. Yet rather than turning towards hatred or certainty, he’s journeyed into a spirituality rooted in compassion, healing, and what he calls Christ consciousness — a way of seeing that refuses separation and fear. …
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What People Say to Us in Public | Ear Biscuits Ep. 492
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We may be cooked, but we are so dialed in. In this episode, Rhett & Link get into the different times they’ve been tricked by A.I. videos, whether or not southern hospitality still exists, what happens when people recognize them in public, and talk to a caller’s ex directly to see if it’s worth getting back together. Leave us a voicemail at 1-888-E…
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Ep. 122: Let's Talk About AI with Hannah Wong
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We've been wanting to have this conversation for while, and we finally did it! Our friend Hannah Wong, a college professor and leader who is passionate about learning, human development, and things of the soul helped us engage with the realities of AI and how it's changing our minds and our culture in powerful and scary ways.…
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Religious Trauma and the Pressure to Have Many Children: Healing Spiritual Abuse from High-Control Religions
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If you were raised in a high-control faith and still feel guilt around having fewer or no children, this episode offers healing for religious trauma and spiritual abuse pressures. Many women learn to prove their worth through unlimited childbirth, often at the expense of their health, finances, and dreams. In this episode, we explores the motives b…
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Deconstructing Religious Doctrine, Reclaiming Yourself: A Conversation with Crystal Dawn
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Send us a text In this powerful and liberating conversation, Christina sits down with Crystal Dawn, founder of Crystal Dawn Academy and a leading voice for spiritual sovereignty, feminine empowerment, and reclaiming ancient wisdom beyond religious programming. Crystal shares her journey growing up as a pastor’s daughter, immersed in purity culture …
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See all series | See all talks Teacher: Judith AvingerDate: 2025-11-09 Sunday Series The Four Noble Truths & The Twelve Insights (Sunday mornings, 2025) 2025-01-05 Aravind Moorthy, Candace Robb, Jerry Harter, Judith Avinger, Lauren Wilson, Lyndal Johnson, Nana Gyesie, Nina Laboy, Sooz Appel This recording was edited and prepared for publication by …
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26. Dr. Jennifer Garcia Bashaw (Bible Scholar) – Wrestling with Scripture Beyond Literalism
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26. Dr. Jennifer Garcia Bashaw (Bible Scholar) – Wrestling with Scripture Beyond Literalism When “Bible-believing” meant literalism and inerrancy, many of us thought that was the only Christian option. Dr. Jennifer Garcia Bashaw—New Testament scholar, professor, and church practitioner—opens the door to a bigger, older, more beautiful Christian sto…
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Tower of Babel vs. Linguistics: What Really Happened to Our Languages?
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If you still think the Tower of Babel explains why Spanish exists, this episode might hurt your feelings. Jeremy and linguist Gabby break down how languages actually evolved, why “proper” English is just colonization in disguise, and how Babel’s real message might be about human pride, not divine punishment. Spoiler: God wasn’t mad at skyscrapers. …
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From Stone To Soft: Finding Compassion Again
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A quiet return turns into a bold challenge: keep the message pure, the mission clear, and the heart soft. We open with gratitude for unexpected growth and a frank look at why we’re staying unmonetized until God says otherwise, even as we prepare to expand into video. That decision isn’t about playing small—it’s about guarding motives, finding partn…
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Hope, Fear and Baking ... A Gay Atheist's Guide To Staying Sane
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This week I’m talking about hope, fear, and oatmeal. After a rough week, I’m feeling a little lighter — and a little more hopeful — thanks to some surprising election results, good friends, and a fridge full of almond milk. I answer listener calls about faith, fear, and finding peace in a chaotic world. Topics include: Why seeing people vote gives …
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Keith is back for the bonus show, where we catch up with what's been going on and take a couple messages into the hotline. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show. Or, you can email Matthew at [email protected]. Join The Quollective today, and use Promo Code …
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