Theology on the Rocks

Two PhD theologians with tendencies towards red wine, real scotch, and hilarious (humble) banter tackle your theological questions as well as our own day to day musings. Sounds like a good time to me (humbly). All opinions, thoughts, terrible jokes, etc are our own and not representative of our respective institutions.

The One Where We're Statler and Waldorf

Or Merry and Pippin...Ryan Does is really the expert in these comparisons, so check with him. What we know is that when you think humor, you think Leah and Kristy. Or Mark Twain. Whichever. Come laugh with us.

10-10
01:12:49

The one where we turn 3 and get an airbrush Format shirt

Welcome to Season 3! Though, alas, we did not get airbrushed Format shirts. (Hook ya girls up, though.) Come join us as we cover a lot of events and topics from the Current Times, with the levity we're known for (as well as a guest appearance by Salem and as per the season, some football chat).

10-02
01:15:48

The One Where We Turn Into Komodo Dragons Probably

The final episode of the Summer of Rejection! Come join us as we discuss Kristy's literary obsession, Shark Heart! (by Emily Habek) An absurdist tale of a man who turns into a great white shark, it's a great way for us to discuss the absurd aspects of life, the grief and the hope we all experience outside of rationality.

09-18
01:01:34

The One Where We Have Really Positive Thoughts and Feelings About Sports

Don't worry, this is not turning into a football podcast. We stopped ourselves. We continue our Summer Series of Rejection with Leah's paper on sectarianism, and we talk about the way sports rivalries (especially in certain areas) can reveal deeper issues within our communities. This is a great paper that deserves to be out in the world, so come listen!

09-04
01:15:26

The One Where We're All Here Now

Summer of Rejection continues, finally! We're back, y'all. Apologies, but we had a lot of things (beaches and mountains) to see. But don't you worry, because we're continuing with our series with a discussion of Kristy's sadly rejected chapter on why the finale of Lost was really good, actually. Join us, help rank the hottest Lost men, and sorry for the football chat.

08-29
01:23:48

The one where we get our kinky boots on and do the time warp, again

Summer of Rejection Episode 1! Leah goes first with her proposal to link the Rocky Horror Picture Show to the indecent theology of Marcella Althaus-Reid.

06-18
01:11:21

Summer of Rejection: The Trailer! (Also, Important Social Concerns to Start)

It's us, so what was meant to be a short trailer for our summer series has a quite long intro. But y'all means ALL and your aunts support immigrants. Go out and do your civic duty. And then get ready, because we have a really exciting summer series coming up!

06-14
37:37

The One Where We Discuss Butts and Camera Phones and Japan

Get your mind out of the gutter! We're talking about Japanese technology (minimally) and religion (maximally). There's also some dog talk at the start, because we are who we are. And you love us for it.

06-04
56:27

The One Where We Go Glamping in a Communist Country with Cigars

This is just what Kristy hopes happens. But we do talk about all these things! And we also talk travel, learning about other religions, and self-reflection. Also, we bicker like sisters. It's hilarious.

05-08
01:10:21

The One Where Two Protestants Walk Into a Conclave

We watched Conclave, and a conclave is on the horizon! Disclaimer, we have no real knowledge of how conclaves work, so if you do, please fill us in. But we do have thoughts about the movie, and Francis, and the progress of the Church universal. Grab a margarita and join us!

05-01
01:11:08

The One Where We Light a Candle, Light a Joint, and Hope For the Best

It's Good Friday, so we're talking atonement theories! And also, why did God create us anyway, and what do we do about evil, and really, why did Jesus die? Come listen while we solve all these very big problems of the world. Plus, Good Friday demon stories.

04-19
54:07

The One Where We Cheers to the Annas (ish)

Come join us as we talk about expertise, and why we should care! Leah and Kristy do work in interdisciplinary fields, but we aren't scientists or economists (also art is confusing), and that matters. So we talk about it. Also, join our Banned Books group--sign up in our linktree (or directly at our Patreon).

04-05
01:01:15

The One Where We Drink Green Beer and Make Out with a Leprechaun

jkjk, we kid. But we do talk about Ireland! Specifically, what we can learn from Ireland--divisions, reconciliation, forgiveness, and justice. Plus, some exciting news about our Banned Books reading! Join us!

03-20
01:22:37

The One Where We Go to Bourbon Street and Throw Incense at Each Other

It's Ash Wednesday! But we'd rather pretend it's still Mardis Gras. Or Shrove Tuesday. Or 2014. Kristy has internet issues, so you also get to appreciate Leah's incredible improv skills, and what it would be like if Leah and Kristy were the trinity. All while we discuss ritual and space and feeling spiritual.

03-06
01:08:42

The One Where We're All David Lynch In Our Hearts

Dive into our hipster era, or at least Leah's most hipster era. We talk David Lynch and Kendrick Lamar, and how art changes our lives. Also do you want to join a banned books club? Let us know! We might start one!

02-13
01:25:35

The One Where We Talk About Things We Don't Want to Talk About

2025 is off to a start. Not a great one, but a start. Join us as we talk about the inaug and where we go from here. There's joy in it, too.

01-23
01:26:22

The One Where the TBC Roomies Reunite

Crossover episode with Taylor from Tillich Today, who joined us in the freezing air bnb at Theology Beer Camp. Join us as we discuss everything that popped into our heads as we basked in the glow of friendship.

01-07
01:41:20

The one where we talk about what it means to be wicked, and the movie, clearly.

We saw Wicked! And it's great, so we talked about the theology of it. Plus listen to hear which one of us you should go to if you need a shoulder to cry on.

12-05
01:12:33

The one where we discuss the merits of Jason Derulo as well as our American democracy

It's like a therapy session on the roller coaster of emotions. Jason Derulo, the election, and dogs. Come laugh, cry, rage, and chat with us.

11-14
01:22:38

The One Where We Get Playful

We're back from Theology Beer Camp, and we're bringing you the leftovers from the Hot Wings Challenge. Come find out who wins that fight! And of course, we talk about the legacy of Gustavo Gutierrez.

10-30
01:05:02

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