Rethinking Faith

This week my good friend Dan Koch joins the show once again for a conversation I was a bit nervous about... my growing disillusionment with pop-deconstruction and Progressive Christianity. I specifically wanted to talk to Dan about this because he is always careful with his language and also does a good job not buying into the ideology of either side of the aisle. We have an honest chat and it turns out we share a lot of the same concerns. Let us know what you think! Enjoy. RESOURCES: You Have Permission Podcast Dan's Psychology Work THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2025: Nerd out with your geek out! Get your tickets HERE. *Special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch. Love you guys <3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I sat down with my first ever Brother and Sister duo for a wonderful conversation. Billie and Paul Hoard joined me to discuss their fantastic new book, "Eucontamination: Disgust Theology and the Christian Life". It turns out the psychology of disgust impacts our lives in many ways, including out theology! Eucontamination is a word Billie & Paul coined that posits goodness can spread and transform situations, countering the logic of disgust. We also discuss Christian Nationalism, Purity Culture, the nature of Truth, Identity formation, Shame, Love, and Queer joy. Enjoy! RESOURCES: Eucontaminaiton: Disgust Theology and the Christian Life (Book) On Bullshit (Book) I Am America by Shay Diamond (Official Lyric Video) THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2025: It's time to nerd out with your geek out! Get your tickets HERE. *Special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch. Love you guys <3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I was excited to be rejoined by Brian McLaren for a very fun conversation about his new book, "The Last Voyage". This new book is wonderful and I genuinely couldn't put it down. McLaren tackles themes of climate change, economic crisis, political crisis, interpersonal relationships, Religion and Science, and what it means to be human. I loved talking with Brian as always and can't wait for the next book in this series. Enjoy! RESOURCES: The Last Voyage (Book) THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2025: Come nerd out with your geek out! Get your tickets HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back in July I had the privilege of attending ORTCon. Each night of the conference I hosted a live podcast. Here is the final conversation I had with Tim Miller about his very fun, and very helpful book, "The Silence of the Lamb: Exploring the Hiddenness of Christ and God". We talk about the problem of Divine Hiddenness, explore ways the tradition has tried to answer the problem, and then engage Hiddenness from a Process perspective. Enjoy! RESOURCES: The Silence of the Lamb: Exploring the Hiddenness of Christ and God (Book) THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2025: It's time to nerd out with your geek out! Get your tickets HERE. *Special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch. Love you guys <3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I was joined by my friend Dr. Chad Bahl to discuss his recently defended doctoral thesis, "The Death of Supernaturalism: The Case for Process Naturalism". We all know belief in God is at an all time low and classical theism has become incredulous to many. Addressing such issues as the problem of evil, divine hiddenness, conflicts with science, and biblicism Bahl offers a compelling case for bailing on supernaturalism and embracing Process Naturalism. Enjoy! RESOURCES: The Center for Faith and Feeling THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2025: Come hand with Chad and I at Theology Beer Camp! Get your tickets HERE. *Special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch. Love you guys <3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back in July I had the privilege of attending ORTCon. Each night of the conference I hosted a live podcast. Here is a wonderful conversation I had with Tracy Tucker about his deeply helpful book, "Can We Talk About Death? An Open and Relational Vision". We discuss how poor we are as a society at talking about and dealing with death. We look into bad theology that hurts our understanding of death and look into an Open and Relational vision that aids the discussion. Enjoy! RESOURCES: Can We Talk About Death? An open and Relational Vision (Book) THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2025: Come nerd out with your geek out! Get your tickets HERE. *Special thanks to Josh, Marty, and Dan. Love you guys <3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I was joined by Shannon Kerns, for a wonderful conversation about his book, "No One Taught Me How to Be A Man: What a Trans Man's Experience Reveals About Masculinity". We explore the complexities of masculinity, the crisis many men face today, and the importance of emotional health and community. Shannon shares insights from his own experiences discussing the need for men to unlearn toxic behaviors, embrace their identities, and build healthier relationships. The conversation also touches on the role of feminism, the dangers of toxic masculinity, and the importance of collaboration in creating a more inclusive society. Enjoy! RESOURCES: No One Taught Me How to Be A Man: What a Trans Man's Experience Reveals About Masculinity (Book) THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2025: It's time to nerd out with your geek out! Get your tickers HERE! *Special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch. Love you guys <3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back in July I had the privilege of attending ORTCon. Each night of the conference I hosted a live podcast. Here is a conversation I had with Deanna Young about her book "Unblaming God: Interpreting the Old Testament Through the Lens of Jesus". I was also joined by Joshua Noel from the Whole Church Podcast to help me cohost this episode. Enjoy! RESOURCES: Unblaming God (Book) THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2025: Come nerd out with your geek out! Get your tickets HERE. *Special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch. Love you guys <3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I am joined by my friend Jon Paul Sydnor to talk about his fantastic book, "The Great Open Dance: A Progressive Christian Theology". Jon Paul is a progressive Christian theologian and we explore themes of progressive Christianity, the Social Trinity, Agapic non-duality, and the importance of joy in faith. We discuss the intersection of different faith traditions, the role of community, and the complexities of theodicy. Sydnor emphasizes the need for a relational understanding of God and the significance of embracing both faith and doubt in one's spiritual journey. The conversation also highlights the feminine aspect of the divine through the figure of Sophia and concludes with a call for progressive Christians to feel confident in their faith and its alignment with social justice. Enjoy! RESOURCES: The Great Open Dance: A Progressive Christian Theology (Book) THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2025: It's time to nerd out with your geek out! Come hang with me at Theology Beer Camp 2025! Get your tickets HERE. *Special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch. Love you guys! <3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I am joined by Dr. Kevin Carnahan, a professor of philosophy and religion, to discuss his book 'The Disappearance of Eve and the Gender of Christ.' The conversation explores the implications of traditional soteriology and the role of Eve in Christian theology. Carnahan argues for a more inclusive understanding of Jesus's gender and emphasizes the importance of engaging with LGBTQ perspectives within the church. The discussion also touches on the historical context of gender roles in Christianity and concludes with a call for the church to embrace the trans community. Enjoy! RESOURCES: The Disappearance of Eve and the Gender of Christ (Book) THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2025: Time to nerd out with your geek out! Come hang at Theology Beer Camp. Get your tickets HERE. *A special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch. Love you guys <3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I had the privilege of being joined by Dr. Mark C. Taylor, to explore his works 'After God' and 'After the Human'. We discuss the interconnectedness of humanity, nature, and technology, the impact of climate change and artificial intelligence, and the philosophical implications of anthropocentrism. Taylor shares insights on the importance of relationality, the role of hope in the face of despair, and the need for a new understanding of intelligence and consciousness. The conversation emphasizes the urgency of addressing these issues in a rapidly changing world. Enjoy! RESOURCES: Erring: A Postmodern A/theology (Book) After God (Book) After the Human: A Philosophy for the Future (Book) THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2025: Come nerd out with your geek out! Get your tickets HERE. *A special thanks to Marty Fredrick, Josh Gilbert, and Dan Koch. Love you guys! <3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Aizaiah Yong returns to the podcast to discuss his new book, "Trauma and Renewal: Toward Spiritual, Communal, and Holistic Transformation". Yong shares his own experience of trauma after being hit by a truck throwing him off of his motorcycle. Yong shifts engagement beyond individualist approaches toward a holistic one of community, with culturally informed trauma care practices to support post-traumatic healing, growth, and lifelong transformation. Enjoy RESOURCES: Trauma and Renewal (Book) THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2025: It's time to nerd out with your geek out! Snag your tickets to Theology Beer Camp HERE and come hang out with me in October! *Special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch! Love you guys <3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I was joined by my friend Dr. Leah Robinson to discuss her work around Bad Theology. We talk about the importance of contextuality in theology, personal experiences that shape beliefs, and the complexities of faith in modern society. Leah shares her insights on how theology adapts to different contexts and the challenges of navigating personal and academic identities. We take a look into the complexities of practical theology, exploring its implications for human flourishing and the criteria for good and bad theology. Lead demonstrates how bad theology can manifest in real-world scenarios, emphasizing the need for self-reflection and a commitment to promoting equality and justice within theological frameworks. RESOURCES: Bad Theology: Oppression in the Name of God (Book) Bad Theology in a Time of COVID (Book) THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2025: Come hang with Leah and I at Theology Beer Camp! Get your tickets HERE. *Use Code "TBCHOLYQUEST" for $50 off!* *Special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch. Love you guys <3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I was joined by my new friend Alan Bondar for a deep and honest conversation. Alan shares his story of leaving vocational ministry and waking up one day as an Atheist... but not only is he an Atheist, he is an Anti-Theist. Alan spends his time helping those "brainwashed by the mind-virus Christianity" de-convert from the faith. I wanted to have a chat with him to talk about the god he doesn't believe in and see if we could find any common ground. In a weird twist of fate, I am the conservative defending both Theism and Christianity... we had a lot of fun, shared many laughs, and plan on grabbing beers together soon. Enjoy! RESOURCES: Join Alan's Facebook Group HERE. THEOLOGY BEER CAMP: It's time to nerd out with your geek out! Come hang with me at Theology Beer Camp 2025. Get your tickets HERE. *Special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch. Love you guys <3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Terry Stokes joins the podcast to discuss his book, "Jesus and the Abolitionists: How Anarchist Christianity Empowers the People". Terry shares his journey from Evangelicalism to Anarchist Christianity, exploring themes of mutual aid, nonviolent communication, and the reimagining of sin and atonement. He emphasizes the importance of community organizing and the practical applications of anarchist principles in everyday life. Stokes also delves into the historical context of black anarchism and the allure of utopian thinking, ultimately advocating for a more empathetic and inclusive approach to faith and community. Enjoy! RESOURCES: Jesus and the Abolitionists: How Anarchist Christianity Empowers the People (Book) THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2025: It's time to nerd out with your geek out! Come hang at Theology Beer Camp. Get your tickets HERE and be sure to use code "TBCHOLYQUEST" for $50 off! *Special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch. Love you guys <3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices