She Wonders Why by Andrea with the Bangs

This is an interview podcast where I cover a range of topics with a variety of experts. Hoping to cultivate curiosity and connection. “The greatest privilege of a human life is to become a midwife to the awakening of the Soul in another person.”

What is "Canon"? Rings of Power and Tolkien with Richard Rohlin and Reno Lauro

Here is my full conversation with German Philologists and Tolkien experts Richard Rohlin and Reno Lauro. We start off by delving into what is meant by "Canon" within modern stories. We also discuss the misunderstanding of the RoP show runners when it comes to light and darkness within Tolkien's legendarium. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/6MI_mf2Wr2Q Check out Richard’s Tolkien podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/amon-s%C3%BBl/id1454179854 Check out Reno’s Tolkien substack: https://tolkienshouseofbeing.substack.com/ follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis  email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com  follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefinds

10-03
02:11:47

Big Conversations for a World in Flux with Justin Brierley

I welcome  @Premier Unbelievable?  's Justin Brierley back onto the channel to discuss The Big Conversation latest season. We speak about Richard Dawkins, Jordan Peterson's move to the Daily Wire, and a world in the midst of a meaning crisis looking for answers. Watch the YouTube version here: https://youtu.be/r2dBqqZDeMg Watch The Big Conversation season 4 here: https://www.thebigconversation.show follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis  email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com  follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefinds

08-04
01:01:25

On In Person Meet ups in On Line Communities with Cassidy Polling

Cassidy tells me about the upcoming Bridges of Meaning Festival taking place in Germany this August. We also look at on screen vs offscreen interactions and whether or not there is a need to meet up in person. To watch on Youtube click here: https://youtu.be/Mc2x7_PWGVM For more info on the festival pls visit here: https://bridgesofmeaningfestival.de/ Check out Cassidy's YouTube channel here:  @The Information Addict  follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis  email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com  follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefinds

07-27
58:51

Stuck in the Middle with Paul VanderKlay

I speak with everyone's fave internet Pastor  @Paul VanderKlay  on how to go about navigating conflict between sides when you are on good terms with both parties. This was very therapeutic for me and I hope it can be for you as well! If you are new pls subscribe Watch this interview on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/3ikvA0isLjg Watch my 2 interviews with Decoding the gurus here: https://youtu.be/iWguamd5fgk  https://youtu.be/t5KxwPk40OU Watch my 2 Pageau interviews here: https://youtu.be/P5qB6ezOQdY  https://youtu.be/1C4nd1hm2fk follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis  email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com  follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefinds

05-25
01:42:45

Tolkien Within Our Modern World with Reno Lauro

I speak with Tolkien expert Dr Reno Lauro on how it is that we can effectively see the world through the lens of Tolkien's legendarium. This was a fascinating and fun conversation. Reno was kind enough to let me chime in with my own middle earth thoughts, as I am currently reading through the Silmarillion Watch the YouTube version here: https://youtu.be/fgVoXiry2PM Check out Reno's chat with Richard Rohlin on the Amon Sul podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/amon-s%C3%BBl/id1454179854?i=1000553522411 follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis  email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com  follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefinds

04-15
01:22:44

As Deep as a Puddle: On the Intimacy Crisis with Mark Lefebvre

The topic of today's discussion is the intimacy crises. I have the chance to speak with Mark Lefebvre on the subject. This is one of my lengthier interviews, but I decided to leave it as is because this is such a rich topic that I have never seen looked at before. I gained quite a bit of understanding and appreciate that Mark took the time to dive into this topic with me Watch the on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/wJgqQVJikWQ Check out Mark's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/NavigatingPatterns/featured follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis  email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com  follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefinds

04-02
01:43:30

Rediscovery of the Feminine in Storytelling with Neil DeGraide

I speak with musician and filmmaker Neil DeGraide about his film Queen of The Night. It is such a beautifully made film and I hope that all who watch this interview also go and check it out. We focus in on the aspects of the feminine used in his story, and contrast them with how things are done today. This was such a fun chat, and I encourage you to check out Neil's fantastic band that he and his wife are part of called  Dirt Poor Robins  . They produce and perform all of the music for "Queen of the Night" as well. Watch YouTube version here: https://youtu.be/VgDhMG5ABuY The first episode of Queen of the Night: https://youtu.be/X_GugZS1pqQ Neil's band's website: https://www.dirtpoorrobins.com follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis  email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com  follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefinds

12-22
01:20:12

When Guru's Talk Back: Catch up with Chris and Matt

I have the pleasure of chatting with hosts of the Decoding the Gurus Podcast Matt and Chris for a second time. We go over what the past year has looked like as their podcast has taken off, and discuss which Gurus have come on to challenge some of their critiques. Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/t5KxwPk40OU Listen to their podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/decoding-the-gurus/id1531266667 Find them on twitter @GurusPod follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis  email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com  follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefinds

12-12
01:15:31

Finding the Sacred in the Profane, on Christianity & Pagan Objects with Father Andrew Stephen Damick

Ever since I heard Orthodox priest, Father Andrew Stephen Damick quote GK Chesterton, "It's only Christian men who protect even pagan things", I had to know more. The following conversation goes into the meaning of that statement. Thank you so much for coming on my show Father Andrew, I thoroughly enjoyed our chat. Watch this episode on my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/G1ojx_CEuRo Purchase Father Andrew's latest book here: https://store.ancientfaith.com/arise-o-god/ listen to his podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-lord-of-spirits/id1531206254 https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/amon-s%C3%BBl/id1454179854 Follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis  follow my vintage instagram @vintage_bangs

10-13
01:57:29

Conflict on the Road to Modernity with Paul VanderKlay

I was wondering why people like Christians but not the Church... Paul VanderKlay  gives me some answers. Well not quite answers, more like further questions watch on my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/-xxME9EAbjo follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis   email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com  check out my vintage fashions insta on Instagram @vintage_bangs

10-13
01:16:43

Through A Dark Wood: A Look at Dante with Richard Rohlin

Richard Rohlin was kind enough to join me again in my journey into meaning. In this chat we explore Dante's Divine Comedy. Watch this interview on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/mS86MF26dU4 Richard's Tolkien podcast: https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/amonsul?fbclid=IwAR1mjPqCRMw5g5rCUmcXN76d2sIw1uPIS5XjzfwL8vsXQs4DCXd5C6Q8B5Y Richard's book: https://www.amazon.com/Amid-Weeping-There-Joy-Perspectives/dp/1951536126?fbclid=IwAR2svSjzvGSRbWtgecgr1anGFndH-2NJvTPbIBKjQ9PryfvDY1QEwHcg5Gs follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis   email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com

09-15
01:21:33

What Is It About Jordan Peterson? On the 1st and 2nd Waves with David Fuller

After watching David Fuller's chat with Jonathan Rowson many questions came up in my mind particularly Jordan Peterson's impact on the meaning crisis. David was kind enough to oblige. watch YouTube version here: https://youtu.be/FHGOCaHMVi8  @Rebel Wisdom  's discussion with Jonathan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tr_PzpqQzeE&t=4300s Rebel Wisdom's discussion with Paul Vander Klay https://youtu.be/Vq5uMvtHQW8

08-06
54:01

Talking the Talk with Justin Brierley

I have the pleasure of speaking with the host of the  @Unbelievable?   podcast Justin Brierly. We delve into the topic of why have discussions from opposing sides in the first place. It was such a lovely chat and I so appreciate Justin giving me a moment of his time  watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/YRYvAso1IN4 Check out Justin's book here: https://t.co/2cbYFWIb8O?amp=1  Check our Unbelievable here: https://t.co/3ahB16Enqf?amp=1 Follow me on twitter @AndreaLynnLewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com

07-20
01:09:07

Held Together By Love: On the Discarded Image and the Medieval Model with Richard Rohlin

I have a fantastic conversation with the extremely knowledgable Medievalist Richard Rohlin. We speak about the book "The Discarded Image" by CS Lewis, on the Medieval model for viewing the world   watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/SpQhBBOzUcM Richard's Tolkien podcast: https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/amonsul?fbclid=IwAR1mjPqCRMw5g5rCUmcXN76d2sIw1uPIS5XjzfwL8vsXQs4DCXd5C6Q8B5Y Richard's book: https://www.amazon.com/Amid-Weeping-There-Joy-Perspectives/dp/1951536126?fbclid=IwAR2svSjzvGSRbWtgecgr1anGFndH-2NJvTPbIBKjQ9PryfvDY1QEwHcg5Gs  follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis   email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com

05-14
01:31:51

A Carver and a Calvinist: On the 2nd Peterson with With Jonathan Pageau and Paul Vander Klay

These two lovely gentlemen,  @Jonathan Pageau   and  @Paul VanderKlay , allow me to pick there brain on thoughts about  @Jordan B Peterson 's  recent interview with Jonathan. Had an absolutely fantastic time chatting with them, hope you all enjoy this discussion   Watch video version here: https://youtu.be/1C4nd1hm2fk The original interview between Jonathan and Jordan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rAqVmZwqZM  Paul's channel (and this interview:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hhzaraeRBL4  Jonathan's channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtCTSf3UwRU14nYWr_xm-dQ

04-21
01:26:09

Before the Beginning and After the End: On Narrative and Belief with Benjamin Boyce

A number of months ago  @Benjamin A Boyce  released a video entitled "What I Believe"...I had some questions and he was kind enough to oblige   Link to video here: https://youtu.be/B0a1d7lYX9k Benjamin's video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqtDwWnNYtI&t=207s   Follow me on twitter @AndreaLynnLewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com   follow my me on Instagram @vintage_bangs

04-20
01:28:18

On Ibram Kendi: A Perspective by Rebecca Christiansen

I speak with Rebecca about an article she recently wrote about the book "How to be an Antiracist" by Ibram X Kendi. By the title of the article, you can see that Rebecca is advocating for actually reading the source material rather than making judgements based on quotes pulled out of context. You may still disagree with the material post read...but at least you will be well informed in that disagreement    Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/DGpEagZHiv0 Rebecca's article: https://girlchild.substack.com/p/in-defence-of-reading-the-damn-book  Link to her substack: https://girlchild.substack.com  Follow me on twitter @AndreaLynnLewis  email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com

04-20
01:00:18

Looking Back on Identity with Mars

Mars is a returning guest and good twitter friend of mine, who is also trans. I so appreciate how open he was with my questions, this chat couldn’t have gone any better. He is for sure one of the most chill and cool people I've interviewed, we discuss the past year and the impact it had on his life    Watch video version here: https://youtu.be/Ys324V240fs Check out his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK792gI7-zEik0tB1Ok0l6Q  Follow me on twitter @andrealynnlews  email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail

04-20
58:31

The Draw of Conservatism with Piwa

In this interview I have the chance do discuss with my friend from Instagram named Piwa, on the draw of Trump and conservatism in general. This episode is a response to represent both sides of the aisle from a previous interview I did a few weeks back. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts  Note: pls forgive the audio visual quality for this one...I had issues I just couldn't figure out...it really is worth the listen though   Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/Z1XvTnUORpU follow me on twitter @AndeaLynnLewis  email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com

04-20
58:17

On Critical Race Theory & the Election with Arron Rabinowitz

I speak with moral Philosopher and host to Embrace the Void podcast Arron Rabinowitz on his thoughts about Critical Race theory and his concerns about the election. I enjoyed hearing his perspective, as I think dialogue with those who hold a different point of view from you own is very important in this time. I learned quite a but and look forward to hearing all of your thoughts   Watch this in video form here: https://youtu.be/3ILBGunHDVY Aaron's podcasts: https://voidpod.com https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/philosophers-in-space/id1348915993   Follow me on twitter @AndreaLynnLewis  Email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com

04-20
01:22:42

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