Best John F Morrison Podcasts (2024)

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Healthy Spirituality After Faith Deconstruction - With Preston Hill 1:14:21

2h ago1:14:21

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This week I was joined by Dr. Preston Hill to talk about the overlaps of Theology & Psychology as well as the Spiritual First Responders Project. Is it possible to have a thriving spiritual life following faith deconstruction? We sure think so, and Preston Hill has collaborated on an amazing project to help you do just that. The SFRP cultivates hea…

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Interview with Ava Caldwell 28:25

19m ago28:25

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Episode 266 introduces us to a debut author, Ava Caldwell! This is a delightful chat where we discuss writing rituals, inspiration, the benefits of dictation, and what it was like having parents who are also authors! Ava's book on Amazon Ava on Instagram Ava in Goodreads Leave the show a voicemail by calling 1-816-226-7670! Sample Chapter Tees and …

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Pick of the Week #945 - Fantastic Four #718 1:14:30

35m ago1:14:30

1:14:30

Again with this Fantastic Four mishegoss? Yes, again with it. And it is weird, wild stuff. There are several "surprisingly good" books in the discussion this week, which is always a good thing. Step up, hold the hand, or whatever, of your favorite non-humanoid sweetie, and enjoy. Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insert…

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The Non-Dual Heart of Christianity - With Jory Pryor 1:27:09

2d ago1:27:09

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This week my friend Jory Pryor joins me to discuss his new book "Becoming All Light: the Non-Dual Heart of Christianity". After deconstruction, or the demythologizing of the Christian story, many spirituality minded people find themselves alienated, not just from other traditions, but from their own. In his book and in this conversation, Jory invit…

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Kevin Carr: Cosmic Tales 20:20

3d ago20:20

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Episode 265 brings Kevin Carr back for a thrilling reading of one of his short stories from his new anthology, Cosmic Tales, available now! Kevin Carr on Substack Kevin's books on Amazon Fat Guys at the Movies webpage with social media links Episode 40 with Kevin Carr from 2018 Episode 264 with Kevin Carr Leave the show a voicemail by calling 1-816…

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Pick of the Week #944 – Plastic Man No More!, Book One 56:59

5d ago56:59

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This week, there’s a Heat Dome over LA and Conor Kilpatrick is melting. Also, Josh Flanagan has entered his Fun Era™ so take your sad boy comics and stuff ’em! Honestly, the show is not as grumpy as all that would make it seem. Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 00:55:30 Pick o…

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Interview with Kevin Carr 39:16

15d ago39:16

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Episode 264 welcomes back an old friend of the show, Kevin Carr! We have a fun chat catching up on the past 6 years, the conclusion of his nationally syndicated radio show Fat Guys at the Movies, the value of short stories, prioritizing your time, as well as discussing some of his other books including his latest! Kevin Carr on Substack Kevin's boo…

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Slaying Demons at 90's Youth Group - With Jordan Morris 56:24

9d ago56:24

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This week I had the privilege of hanging out with Jordan Morris to discuss his new Graphic Novel "Youth Group". I stumbled upon Jordan's book by accident and I LOVED it. Jordan is a great writer and the artwork in the book is simply stunning. We had a great conversation about some of the themes of the book, the creative process, Jordan's own youth …

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Pick of the Week #943 - Aliens vs. Avengers #1 1:16:35

12d ago1:16:35

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Instantly this week, we jump into books that weren't even on the list. It's never happened. Comics cannot be stopped. Comics finds... a way. What other surprises could find their way into this dusty format? Maybe a couple things, actually. In the meantime, more of Josh's Aliens thing. Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad i…

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Booksplode #63 – Lone Wolf & Cub Omnibus, Vol. 1 36:00

15d ago36:00

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Thanks to our awesome Patrons, we’re proud to present another Booksplode! This month, Josh Flanagan and Conor Kilpatrick take a look at… Lone Wolf & Cub, Omnibus, Vol. 1 by Kazuo Koike, Goseki Kojima, Dana Lewis, & Digital Chameleon! (They also spend more time than they, and probably you, were expecting to talk about Josh’s former roommates when he…

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Pantheistic Naturalism and the Problem of Evil - With Annie DeRolf 1:48:12

16d ago1:48:12

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This week I got to hang out with my friend Annie DeRolf for a really fun conversation. Annie introduced me to the concept of anti-theodicy and I just had to have her on to talk about it. Theodicy for me has been a HUGE part of my theological development and one of the main reasons I have come to embrace Process-Relational thinking. The conversation…

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Jon McBrine: Unsecret Identity 32:26

17d ago32:26

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Episode 263 brings back last week's guest, and YA/Sci-Fi author, Jon McBrine, to hear his sample chapter reading from his latest book, Unsecret Identity! It's a thrilling, adventurous tale that is sure to grab your interest in needing to know what happens next! Be sure to check out the links below for Jon's website and books as well as our conversa…

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Pick of the Week #942 – Namor #2 1:22:06

19d ago1:22:06

1:22:06

The Two Jamokes™, joined by Dr. Ryan Haupt, manage to stay on target with the week in comics while also answering the age-old question: what happens if you add a saxophone to punk music? Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:19:37 Pick of the Week: 00:01:47 - Namor #2 Comics: 0…

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Is the Gospel Still Good News Today? - With Jonny Morrison 1:22:12

23d ago1:22:12

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This week Jonny Morrison joins the podcast to talk about his new book "Prodigal Gospel: Getting Lost and Found Again in the Good News". Too often the Gospel is presented in ways that doesn't really sound like good news... Our gospel has become too small, looks nothing like Jesus, and for good reasons people are leaving the so called good news behin…

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Interview with Jon McBrine 41:18

24d ago41:18

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Episode 262 welcomes an author of "heroic" proportions, Jon McBrine! Jon joins the show to discuss his writing beginnings, story pace, discovering plot points, being thankful for the person who puts us on our writing journey, and so much more! Don't forget to subscribe on your favorite player so you don't miss a sample chapter reading next week by …

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Pick of the Week #941 – DC vs. Vampires: World War V #1 1:03:55

26d ago1:03:55

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This week, Josh Flanagan cracks Vietnam-era writer psychology wide open, while Conor Kilpatrick fails a Star Wars test… or does he? What he definitely does is totally lose his mental facilities by the end of the show. Los Angeles wasn’t built for this kind of prolonged heat! Finally, it’s important to note that despite what these Two Jamokes say on…

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Mediasplode #50 – House of the Dragon and The Bear (and Twisters!) 1:03:16

29d ago1:03:16

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Thanks to our awesome Patrons, we’re proud to present another episode of Mediasplode! Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:01:46 This month, Josh Flanagan and Conor Kilpatrick are joined by their original Pick of the Week co-host Ron Richards to discuss… What We’ve Been Enjoyi…

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Arguing with Paul, the Historic Jesus, and 20ish other Q's - With Jennifer Garcia Bashaw 1:00:30

30d ago1:00:30

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This week we are back at it again with another rendition of 20ish Q's. This time I was excited to have Jennifer Garcia Bashaw return to the podcast to play my silly game. We had a BLAST and Jennifer brought the fire. I wonder who she nominated to go next? Give it a listen and find out. Enjoy! RESOURCES: John for Normal People (Book) Scapegoats: The…

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Pick of the Week #940 – Red Before Black #1 1:11:23

1M ago1:11:23

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We've got a unique and sizable group of books, and sign of what's going well in comics at the moment. If you are an astronomer, you will hear scientific mistakes regarding light speed. Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:08:53 Pick of the Week: 00:01:19 - Red Before Black #1 …

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Special Edition – Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths, Part Three 44:30

1M ago44:30

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The iFanboy Animation Brain Trust — Conor Kilpatrick, Paul Montgomery, and Ryan Haupt — discuss the latest release from the DC Universe Animated Original Movie line… Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths, Part Three! Plus, looking ahead to Watchmen and is this the end for this line of animated DC superhero films that began in 2007? Running Time…

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No John the Baptist, No Jesus the Christ - With James F. McGrath 1:11:51

1M ago1:11:51

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This week Dr. James F. McGrath returns to the podcast to discuss his latest book, "Christmaker: A Life of John the Baptist". Typically John the Baptist is treated as a mere footnote in the gospels... but what would happen if we took a closer look? James did just that, reconstructed the life of the Historical John the Baptist and it turns out he was…

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Yimje Lee: One Star Hero 29:18

1M ago29:18

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Episode 261 brings back debut fantasy author, Yimje Lee for a sample reading of his action-packed book, One Star Hero! Our interview with Yimje Lee from episode 260 One Star Hero is available at Barnes & Noble, and Amazon See some of the book's artwork at Honeyfeed Follow Yimje on Instagram and/or X (Twitter) Leave the show a voicemail by calling 1…

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Pick of the Week #939 – Grommets #3 1:02:30

1M ago1:02:30

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Ladies and gentlemen, put your hands together for Mister Josh Flanagan and Mister Conor Kilpatrick who are here to talk about comics and do research live on the show! (Please note that Misters Flanagan and Kilpatrick would also like to apologize in advance to all the Venom fans out there.) Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic…

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Special Edition – Deadpool & Wolverine 53:53

1M ago53:53

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It’s an end but is it also a beginning? Either way, it’s definitely Deadpool & Wolverine! Conor Kilpatrick and The Internet’s Paul Montgomery tell you all about it! Plus, where does the MCU go from here and what are the guys excited about? Running Time: 00:52:24 Music: “Like a Prayer” Madonna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc…

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Open, Relational, & Process Churches? - With Nichole Torbitzky, Vikki Randall, & Jeff Wells 1:19:40

1M ago1:19:40

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This week I was joined by not one, not two, but three guests to discuss their edited volume "Preaching the Uncontrolling Love of God". Nichole Torbitzky, Vikki Randall, & Jeff Wells join the show to get pragmatic and put Open & Relational Theology to work. What would it look like to apply Open & Relational thought to our Leadership, Preaching, and …

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Interview with Yimje Lee 22:10

2M ago22:10

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Episode 260 brings a fresh interview with a first-time author, Yimje Lee! During our chat, we discussed his lifelong love of fantasy, our mutual admiration for Hong Kong cinema, the value of YouTube, what inspired his novel and so much more! One Star Hero is available at Barnes & Noble, and Amazon See some of the book's artwork at Honeyfeed Follow …

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Pick of the Week #938 – Void Rivals #11 1:19:05

2M ago1:19:05

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What's a Transformer between friends? Or are they rivals? Without Conor to mediate Josh and Dr. Ryan have nothing to do but muddle through the week in comics! Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:17:35 Pick of the Week: 00:02:54 - Void Rivals #11 Comics: 00:12:03 - Batman: The…

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[Bonus] Happy Hour(s): Theology Beer Camp Edition - With Kristen & Sarey 1:53:11

2M ago1:53:11

1:53:11

Happy Friday! Today I'm dropping a bonus episode for you all. Happy Hour(s) is a monthly Patreon exclusive episode format that is a lot of fun! This month I had a super fun talk with Sarey Martin Concepcion & Kristen Tideman. We initially set out to talk about Theology Beer Camp 2024... and we got there eventually, but we took a road much less trav…

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Talksplode #112 - James Robinson 1:02:02

2M ago1:02:02

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Thanks to iFanboy Patrons, it's Talksplode time. Here's someone we haven't talked to in a very long time, and never like this. James Robinson is a veteran comic book writer, having created hallmark series like Starman and The Golden Age, with runs on Justice League, Fantastic Four, Superman, Scarlet Witch, and pretty much any other superhero that m…

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Growing an Ecological Spirituality - With Diarmuid O'Murchu 1:04:47

2M ago1:04:47

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This week I had the privilege of being joined by Diarmuid O'Murchu to discuss his newest book, "Ecological Spirituality". The changes that we must make to address the complex ecological crises today are unlikely to happen if we do not experience a spiritual revolution. In our conversation Diarmuid invites us to the revolutionary work of a life-prom…

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Abigail Morrison: The Yochni's Eye 15:10

2M ago15:10

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Episode 259 brings part 2 of our session with Abigail Morrison featuring her chapter reading from her book, The Yochni's Eye! Abigail Morrison's website and newsletter The Yochni's Eye on Amazon Our interview with Abigail in episode 258 Sample Chapter Tees and more at TeePublic Support the show through Jason's books via his website! Contact the sho…

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Pick of the Week #937 – Aliens: What If...? #5 1:26:06

2M ago1:26:06

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Yes, really, that is the Pick. We can't control these things. It is what happens. We are merely vessels. How does one pronounce the name Guiu? We're not going to help with that. Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:24:36 Pick of the Week: 00:02:02 - Aliens: What If...? #5 Comi…

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Mediasplode #49 – The Summer Mail Bag! 1:13:50

2M ago1:13:50

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Thanks to our awesome Patrons, we’re proud to present another episode of Mediasplode! Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:12:20 This month, Josh Flanagan and Conor Kilpatrick are joined by their original Pick of the Week co-host Ron Richards to discuss… Movies: 00:01:44 – 198…

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Facing Trial for Being Fully LGBTQ+ Affirming - With Thomas Jay Oord 1:06:35

2M ago1:06:35

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This week my friend, mentor, and overall awesome human being Dr. Thomas Jay Oord is back on the podcast. Tom has been handed charges by his denomination and faces trial for being fully LGBTQ+ affirming. We break down what the trial is, how its going to work, Tom's overall goals for the trial, and Tom's defense of the LGBTQ+ community. Enjoy! RESOUR…

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Interview with Abigail Morrison 26:56

2M ago26:56

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We're back! It's episode 258 with YA author, Abigail Morrison! Jason and Abby have a fun time discussing 1st stories, her writer origin story, her affinity for giant dog-boys, Mission Impossible, and you learn how to grab her ebook for FREE! Abigail Morrison's website and newsletter The Yochni's Eye on Amazon Sample Chapter Tees and more at TeePubl…

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Pick of the Week #936 – Action Comics #1076 1:05:31

2M ago1:05:31

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Are they colleagues or pals? And when is all of this happening, anyway? Either way, that’s a bad outfit. Woo! Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:03:02 Pick of the Week: 00:02:11 – Action Comics #1067 Comics: 00:12:42 – X-Men #1 00:19:38 – The Hunger and the Dusk: Book Two #1…

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Nice Churchy Patriarchy - With Liz Cooledge Jenkins 1:16:12

2M ago1:16:12

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This week I was joined by my new friend Liz Cooledge Jenkins to discuss her new book "Nice Churchy Patriarchy: Reclaiming Women's Humanity from Evangelicalism". Even in the warmest and most welcoming evangelical churches, patriarchy looms as an ever-present force... Patriarchy isn't always in your face and Liz helps us take an unflinching look at t…

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Pick of the Week #935 – Scarlett #2 1:06:44

2M ago1:06:44

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It's a tight production this week, and the rare first/fifth week of comics makes an appearance. As such, we are forced to dispense the honor to a recent former Pick winner. Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:05:14 Pick of the Week: 00:01:06 - Scarlett #2 Comics: 00:11:50 - A…

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Undoing Conquest - With Kate Common 1:17:38

2M ago1:17:38

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This week I was joined by my new friend Kate Common to discuss her new book "Undoing Conquest: Ancient Israel, the Bible and the Future of Christianity". We had a great conversation discussing a new understanding of the origins of the Hebrew people and how that can help churches recognize and take responsibility for a history of violence and conque…

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Pick of the Week #934 – Zatanna: Bring Down The House, Book One 1:04:23

3M ago1:04:23

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But what does any of this have to do with UCSB Professor Dick Hebdige? Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:02:54 Pick of the Week: 00:02:40 – Zatanna: Bring Down The House, Book One Comics: 00:13:01 – Grommets #2 00:19:50 – Blood Hunt #4 00:24:02 – Void Rivals #10 00:31:57 – …

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Booksplode #62 – The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, Vol. 1 40:50

3M ago40:50

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Thanks to our awesome Patrons, we’re proud to present another Booksplode! This month, Josh Flanagan and Conor Kilpatrick take a look at… The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, Vol. 1 by Alan Moore, Kevin O’Neill, Ben Dimagmaliw, & Bill Oakley! Running Time: 00:39:20 What’s a Booksplode? It’s a bi-monthly special edition show in which we take a look…

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Have You Seen the Green Man? - With Kenneth McIntosh 1:17:24

3M ago1:17:24

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This week my friend Kenneth McIntosh is back on the podcast to discuss his new book "The Secret of the Green Man's Soul". This is a fun conversation where Kenneth invites us into the mysteries of the Green Man, something I knew very little about. We have a wide ranging conversation discussing the history of the Green Man, spirituality, the importan…

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Pick of the Week #933 – Batman #149 1:08:28

3M ago1:08:28

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If a sloth farts in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound? No, and you’ll learn why that is as you also learn about this week in comics! Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:06:58 Pick of the Week: 00:02:20 – Batman #149 Comics: 00:12:23 – Nightwing #1…

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Mediasplode #48 – Old Men on Old Movies: Peggy Sue Got Married (1986) 1:17:57

3M ago1:17:57

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Thanks to our awesome Patrons, we're proud to present another episode of Mediasplode! Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:16:28 This month, Josh Flanagan and Conor Kilpatrick are joined by their original Pick of the Week co-host Ron Richards to discuss... What We've Been Enjo…

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The Only God Ordained 20ish Q's on the Internet - With Jared Byas 1:19:38

3M ago1:19:38

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This week Jared Byas returns to the podcast to play a little game I like to call 20ish Q's. We had a great time, covered a lot of topics, and shared a lot of laughter! Enjoy. RESOURCES: The Bible for Normal People THEOLOGY BEER CAMP: Come hang out with Jared Byas, Pete Enns, and myself at Theology Beer Camp! Use promo code RETHINKINGBAGGINS for $50…

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Pick of the Week #932 – The Avengers #781 1:12:25

3M ago1:12:25

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It's... it's not great, Bob. It's so not great that we achieve the mythic four-email-scenario. Honestly, we can hardly believe it ourselves. And yet, a good time was had, and heartily so. Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:09:55 Pick of the Week: 00:02:20 - The Avengers #781…

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Macroevolution, Contingency, and Divine Activity - With Bradford McCall 1:08:55

3M ago1:08:55

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This week Dr. Bradford McCall sat down with me to discuss his newest book, "Macroevolution, Contingency, and Divine Activity: Divine Involvement through Uncontrolling, Amorepotent Love in an Evolutionary World". How is the contingentist amorepotent and uncontrolling love of God understood as purposeful? If there is a laundry list of things an uncon…

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Pick of the Week #931 – Scarlett #1 58:00

3M ago58:00

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This week saw a high profile story end and several new stories begin, but really the biggest excitement came around having to say “Arashikage” out loud for the first time ever. Plus, Gary? Who’s Gary? Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 00:56:30 Pick of the Week: 00:01:55 – Scar…

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Finding Transcendence in Untamed Spaces - With Tony Jones 1:03:15

4M ago1:03:15

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This week Tony Jones sat down with me to have an honest and vulnerable conversation about his new book "The God of Wild Places: Rediscovering the Divine in the Untamed Outdoors". Tony's book was both challenging and moving. I genuinely wrestled through some of the content and came out on the other side better for it. We discuss Tony's journey out o…

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Pick of the Week #930 – Death Ratio'd 1:12:57

3M ago1:12:57

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Many divergences show up early, but professionals keep it tight. We talked to some, and they walked us through it. The week's release list was short, but not on content. Plus, there's the elasticity of time, and how it vexes us. Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:11:27 Pick …

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