Rethinking Faith

This week I was joined by my good friend Gabriel Gordon to discuss his new book, "The Fundamentals of a Recovering Fundamentalist". Gabe tells us his story of deconstructing his Evangelical upbringing, embracing his Jewishness, and discovering the depths of the Christian Tradition. Enjoy!RESOURCES:The Fundamentals of a Recovering Fundamentalist (Book)*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

Surprise! Here is a Patreon exclusive episode for you to enjoy! I am joined by my friends Josh and Emily for the November edition of Happy Hour(s). We discuss our time at Theology Beer Camp and a conversation we had around our agnosticism, skepticism, and doubts. Enjoy!RESOURCES:Join the Patreon! Click HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Taylor Thomas, a theologian specializing in Paul Tillich and host of the Tillich Today Podcast, dives into the fascinating world of Tillich's thought. She discusses faith as one's ultimate concern and the critical role of doubt, providing insights into existentialism and God as the 'ground of being.' The conversation covers symbols' significance in faith, the intersection of existential doubt and love in a pluralistic society, and the creativity inherent in the Protestant principle. It's an engaging exploration of doubt, desire, and meaning in modern spirituality.

This week I am joined by Aizaiah Yong to discuss his fantastic book, 'Multiracial Cosmotheandrism: A Practical Theology of Multiracial Experiences'. Aizaiah critically considers how his expereince as a multi-racial person and the lives and spiritual experiences of mixed-race people can transform efforts for racial justice across the planet. Yong is inspired by the life and philosophy of Raimon Panikkar, an interreligious spiritual leader whose own experiences of the world were shaped by his life as a mixed-race person. In our conversation, Aizaiah focuses on the experiences of mixed-race people and challenges practical theology to broaden its own attention to practices of spirituality beyond mono-racial paradigms. Mixed-race people have profound resources for confronting and healing from racism and racial oppression within their lives and their stories, and Aizaiah calls for strengthened collective efforts to tend to the beautiful depths of spiritual formation for mixed-race people. Enjoy!RESOURCES:Multiracial Cosmotheandrism: A Practical Theology of Multiracial Experiences (Book)*A special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch for their support of the podcast. Love you guys <3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I am joined by Dr. Kutter Callaway for a special spooky edition of the podcast. Kutter recently released a high-quality podcast called "Be Afraid". His podcast takes you on a journey into the heart of one of the most popular genres of contemporary film and television: horror. Each episode discusses the nature of our fears and why we just can’t seem to look away from the things that terrify us. The show features interviews with major Hollywood filmmakers, well-known film critics, leading psychologists, and even a few exorcists. This podcast isn’t about how to avoid fear, how to leverage it, or even whether it’s okay to be afraid. Instead, it’s an exercise in learning how to fear rightly. Kutter and I take a deep dive into the show, discuss our own fears, wrestle with our own demons, and attempt to learn how to fear well. Enjoy!RESOURCES:KutterCallaway.ComBe Afraid Podcast*A special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch for their continued support of the pod. <3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I am very excited to share my recent conversation with Mary-Jane Rubenstein. We take a deep dive into her wonderful book, "Pantheologies: Gods, Worlds, Monsters". Pantheism has been demonized often by the Western Tradition for a wide variety of reasons. In this episode, we discuss why pantheism has been demonized and why we should think again. We cover a lot of ground in a short amount of time... turns out Pantheism is really cool and worth considering. Enjoy!RESOURCES:Worlds Without End: the Many Lives of the Multiverse (Book)Pantheologies: Gods, Worlds, Monsters (Book)MaryJaneRubenstein.Com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keegan Osinski, an academic librarian and author of "Queering Wesley, Queering the Church," brings a fresh perspective on theology and Queer Theory. They explore the implications of queering theology for both LGBTQ+ individuals and the Church. The discussion dives into the intersections of faith, identity, and inclusivity, reflecting on John Wesley's influence. Keegan challenges traditional views of sin, emphasizing the need for love and authenticity in faith. With laughter and joy, they advocate for a more accepting and transformative church community.

This week we are back with another edition of 20ish Q's. Last time Jennifer Garcia Bashaw nominated Aaron Higashi and he agreed to play my silly game. I continue to enjoy recording this fun episode format and Aaron continued the tradition well. We cover a lot of your favorite questions from past editions, and we cover some new ground as well! What role does philosophy play in Biblical Scholarship? Can Philosophical Deconstruction make us better readers of the Bible? Is there a hermenuetical crisis in religion today? What would Aaron do if Ken Ham invited him to dinner? We discuss all of this and more in our 10th edition of 20ish Q's. Give it a listen and find out who Aaron nominated to go next... Enjoy!RESOURCES:Aaron's Instagram 1 & 2 Samuel for Normal PeopleWomanist Midrash*A special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch for their continued support of the podcast. Love you guys <3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I had the pleasure of being joined by Dr. Daryl Van Tongeren to discuss his latest book "Done: How to Flourish After Leaving Religion". It is no secret that Americans today are deconstructing and leaving religion in record numbers. This shift comes with a high price as people's entire meaning making system is being taken away from them. How can people who are done with religion find meaning and purpose in the world? How can they process the grief that plagues these religious changes? Daryl draws from extensive research and psychological theories to examine the emotional and social processes involved with religious change and offers science-based guidance for building a new life after religion. Enjoy!RESOURCES:Done: How to Flourish After Leaving ReligionDarylVanTongeren.ComTHEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2024:It's not too late to snag your tickets to Theology Beer Camp in Denver! Click HERE and use the code RETHINKINGBAGGINS for $50 off! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tripp Fuller, a philosophy of mind scholar, dives into the captivating world of Panpsychism, suggesting that consciousness pervades the universe. They discuss how this view reshapes our understanding of the mind and its relationship to reality, while also addressing the limitations of traditional science in grasping consciousness. The conversation touches on ethical considerations, the cultural implications related to the climate crisis, and the excitement of communal connections at Theology Beer Camp. It's a thought-provoking exploration of existence!