In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we sit down with Kester Brewin and chat about his latest book, God-like: A 500-Year History of Artificial Intelligence in Myths, Machines, Monsters. We discuss the nature of AI, why it should be considered theologically, and what (if anything) we can do to maintain some control over it. We debrief at the end befo…

In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we get an update as to one of the things Jason has been doing to pass the time. We then discuss the idea that life is to be measured not in days or years but in experiences. “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns, and it turns out some stuff happening in the Middle East is relevant to biblical prophecy. Who knew?…

In this episode of DXP we disclose how to experience a solar eclipse every single day. We marvel at how old William Shatner is, and then “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns (this time he is wrong about Israel, again). Biebers involve streaming platforms and TV seasons.By Christian Kingery, Jason Stellman, Drunk Ex-Pastors, Jack Hibbs

In this techfail-riddled episode of DXP we discuss contacts vs. glasses, as well as what to do if the eyecare place breaks your frames. We highlight the 25th anniversary of The Matrix, and then talk about the documentary 20 Days in Mariupol. “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns, and biebers involve Skip Intro buttons and TikTok.…

John 20-1-31--Believe-

We start this episode of DXP by discussing the annoying traits of old guys. We share some of our vast knowledge of Taylor Swift, and then discuss radio host Phil Hendrie (and trolling in general). We hear from a caller about country music, “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns (briefly), and we share biebers involving auto insurance and victimhood.…

We kick off this episode of DXP with a revisit of one of our favorite films of all time, and then pivot to a discussion of the recent so-called TikTok ban and the issue of government censorship more broadly. We laugh at Trump’s legal woes (especially how difficult he finds it not to defame people), and then learn about a heretofore unknown Bible pa…

We kick off this episode with a discussion of the improvement made in the area of AI videos, and then discuss a book on AI that was sent to us for a possible interview with the author in the future. We address some alleged misogyny in the HBO program, The Deuce, and then revisit Jack Hibbs’s heartfelt (ahem) prayer to Congress. Biebers involve subt…

We begin this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors with our usual banter and a couple stories about Jason’s parents, and then we revisit the thorny issue of country music and seek to understand why so many people like music that’s just objectively bad. We join Mike Seaver and question the Rapture, and then make fun of Pastor Jack Hibbs and his latest clout-…

In this episode of DXP we briefly discuss the film “Contact” and its ramifications for the relationship of science to faith. We then talk about whether or not the music industry is shifting towards Country (and whether it’s legit for non-Country artists to jump on the bandwagon). We break down the “He Gets Us” ads from the Super Bowl, and then shar…

We begin this episode with more tales of old age. We discuss the condition known as “languishing,” according to which a person is not clinically depressed but still feels like shit anyway. We discuss what are the greatest sci-fi films of all time, and then weigh in on the issue of Taylor Swift’s alleged political clout. Biebers involve tater tots a…

We begin this episode with some banter about Jason’s parents, and then hear from a caller wondering how Donald Trump could be this close to power, again. We discuss the supposed “snub” of the Barbie movie by the Academy, addressing the outrage of those who felt the film deserved more recognition. We talk about the first ever "virtual rape” case, an…

We begin this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors with a voice mail from a caller insisting that Millennials are, in fact, interesting. We discuss the Navajo Nation’s demand that moon exploration is sacrilege and branch out from there to discuss space travel more broadly. We hear from another caller about advanced prehistoric civilizations, and then share …

In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we briefly discuss the new Netflix film, Society of the Snow, which leads into a discussion about cannibalism. We hear from long-time listener Leonard Angelo about the fact that we might be a lot more like our fathers than we realize, and then speak at length about pop music in general and the most recognizable s…

In this episode of DXP we hear from a caller challenging our assertion that conservative Christianity demands young-earth creationism, from which we springboard into a discussion of the nature of antiquity in general and humanity in particular. We then take another call about the alleged prostate G-spot, which leads to all kinds of gross butt stuff…

Over - over again God proves the reliability of His word. In so doing it comforts - encourages His people. Strengthens - fortiBies the faith of His people. - Often the way God-proves the reliability of His word is by informing us of things we would not know, in fact could not know if He hadn't told us. -We call it prophecy-.…

We begin this episode of DXP discussing the Hulu drama, Normal People (which we have both come to love, despite the Irishness of it all). We talk about Indiana’s new drug law, and then we hear from a caller about Young-Earth Creationism. “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns as we learn life-changing lessons about Damascus and cowardice. Biebers involve raci…

In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we hear all the dirty secrets revealed by Christian’s recent Dexa Scan (we also learn a bit about bloody pee). We share thoughts about being secretly recorded while screaming at people (auto-attendants and old drivers, respectively). We hear from a listener asking about Anthony Jeselnik’s trans jokes, and then di…

In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we talk briefly about Ridley Scott's new film, Napoleon, puzzling over the accents used (or lack thereof). We check in with Elon Musk and weigh in on his latest scheme to attract advertisers to X, and then discuss whether we live in a digital simulation and what that even means. Biebers involve parallel parking a…

Paul wrote to Timothy, -Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, to God who alone is wise, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen.-1 There is a sense in which Isaiah 45 is saying-showing in historical narrative form, what Paul summed up in a single sentence in 1 Tim 1-17.

In this episode of DXP we discuss the issue of sleep, and afterward we turn our attention to the growing number of accusations of antisemitism in the entertainment industry (as in, is there a difference between criticizing a country's actions and disliking a certain race of people?). We address the recent controversy over Matt Rife's new comedy spe…

I'm just going to trust that the book of Isaiah has brought both blessing, - times of refreshing to your spirit. - -God's word is always right on time. It has this way -proverbially-speaking- of lifting us up by our lapels, slapping us around a little bit, -or splashing some -proverbial- cold water right in our faces- - snapping us back into realit…

In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we hear another amusing story about the way 80 year-olds (attempt to) interact, and then we talk at some length about the state of America’s public schools, wondering whether the violence problem is too systemic and ingrained to do much about at this point. “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns, and alas! he is wrong again…

Last week's word ended w-a warning of judgment. The principle in play was essentially this, -Do not be deceived, God is not mocked- for whatever a man sows, that he-will also reap. For he who sows to his flesh will of the flesh reap corruption,-1 Israel, refusing to turn back to the Lord, to repent of their sin -their idolatry- - trust in the Lord,…

In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we discuss the (rather dubious) discovery of Noah’s Ark atop Mount Ararat and what, if anything, that would mean for people’s position regarding the Old Testament. We discover that Jared Kushner isn’t nearly as much of a moron as we assumed he was, and then delve into the issue of how to live as polite members of…

In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we discuss the status of the Daylight Preservation Act and the joy of colonoscopies, and then hear about some of Nashville’s coolest speakeasies. We discover to our surprise that Jared Kushner isn’t a babbling idiot, and then lament the death of Matthew Perry so soon after that of his brother, Luke Perry. Biebers…

We spend most of the first half of this episode of DXP discussing the so-called Gnostic Gospels and what their discovery 80 years ago means for organized religion and Protestantism in particular. We share our latest thoughts on one-another’s documentary recommendations (Welcome to Wrexham and the Hundred-Foot Wave), and then hear about a new show a…

In Isa 42, two servants come into focus. Both called-commissioned by God. One successful, the other unsuccessful. One fruitful - faithful, the other failed being unfaithful. One exalted to the highest prominence, the other punished. The curtain closed on Ch 41 proclaiming the fact that idols are nothing. It draws back on Ch 42 w-God's Servant, who …

We begin this episode of DXP with a little quiz focusing on what exactly is North America. We then discuss the documentaries Beckham and 100 Foot Wave, and then hear more about the Paris and Italy legs of Christian’s recent trip. We debate whether it would be better to live rich and die poor or the opposite, then get mad about Pastor Jack Hibbs aga…

We left off last week on a wonderful litany of promises from God. We were isolating the horrible atrocity, the sinful nature of fear - anxiety. Though, I would say that if we were to be transparent w-one another, those are things that we all struggle with from time to time - in various-sundry situations.…

Isaiah 41 is all about the comfort of our Creator. If we take a moment to -zoom out-, we remind ourselves that Isaiah is speaking -in this section- to future generations of God's people.

We begin this episode of DXP with a report on Portugal, a country God did his best to destroy in 1755. We discuss the pros and cons of EV charging, and also hear about the not-so-great results of Christian’s MRI on his hips. Biebers involve almonds and tourists.By Christian Kingery, Jason Stellman, Drunk Ex-Pastors

This episode of DXP begins with a heads-up about Christian’s upcoming trip, after which we talk a bit about the resolution of the writers’ strike. We discuss divorce attorney James Sexton’s appearance on Lex Fridman’s podcast, and then talk about Coldplay’s and U2’s use of cutting-edge tech in their live shows. We mock Gen Z’s delusional belief tha…

In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we spend the bulk of our time discussing (the limited information we have about) the recent allegations against Russell Brand. We also delve into the backlash he has faced, and whether it is fair to rush to judgment given the lack of specifics or charges. We also discuss the topic of minimalism, and “Pastor Jack’…

In this episode of DXP we whine and moan about getting old, focusing in particular on whether it's worth it to live for a long time. We discuss the issue of "cutting out toxic people," wondering just how much of its justification is just psychobabble. We make fun of evangelicalism's sensationalism, and then share biebers involving Apple Homekit and…

Lift up your voice with strength, lift it up, do not be afraid- say to the cities of Judah, -Behold, your God--

This somewhat scatterbrained episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors includes some play-by-play pitfalls to avoid as we age, as well as some random thoughts on relationships versus singleness. We tackle the controversial kiss that got some greasy Spaniard fired (and springboard from there to sexual assault), and then share biebers involving Instagram and Audi’…