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Heretic Happy Hour is an unapologetically irreverent, crass, and sometimes profound conversation about the intersection of culture and the Christian faith. Hosts Keith Giles and Matthew J. Distefano, alongside a rotating panel of guest hosts that include theologians and therapists, professors and prophets, mystics and misfits, pull no punches and leave no stones unturned. For some serious sacred cow-tipping, there’s nothing better than spending an hour of your time with us. New shows every T ...
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BONUS SHOW: Reflecting on the "For Our Daughters" Documentary
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In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith reflect on the documentary "For Our Daughters," as well as the election's implications for women in this country. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show. Please consider signing up to financially support the Network:…
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#204: "For Our Daughters" with Tiffany Thigpen and Jules Woodson
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In this week's show, we chat with Tiffany Thigpen and Jules Woodson from the documentary "For Our Daughters." Trigger warning: This episode contains content that will be troubling to some people, including discussions about SA and violence against women. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to…
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HERESY AFTER HOURS LIVESTREAM: Leslie Nease and Todd Herzog of Survivor: China
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Today, Matt is joined by Leslie Nease and Todd Herzog from Survivor: China, as they explore how participating in a reality show changes a person, what it was like coming out as a Mormon, and much more! To join Heresy After Hours, join the Facebook group. This is where the livestreams will take place every Sunday at 10 AM PST. If you want to call in…
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BONUS SHOW: Election Debrief and Thoughts on Our Future
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In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith reflect on the election that shocked the world. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show. Please consider signing up to financially support the Network: QuoirCast on Patreon Today's Sponsors: Religionless Studios is a …
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#203: The Varieties of Universalism with Eric Reitan and Steven HAuse
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In this week's show, we sit down with filmmaker Steven HAuse and philosopher Eric Reitan to discuss the varieties of Universalism within the Christian faith. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls! Pick up Sometimes Matt's new book, Heretic, Too! Today's Sponsor: Religionles…
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HERESY AFTER HOURS LIVESTREAM: April Ajoy, Author of Star Spangled Jesus
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Today, Matt and Keith are joined by author and social media influencer April Ajoy, whose new book Star Spangled Jesus is out now. To join Heresy After Hours, join the Facebook group. This is where the livestreams will take place every Sunday at 10 AM PST. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to yo…
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BONUS SHOW: Religious Trauma Syndrome
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In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith talk about the upcoming election and how we both can't wait to talk about something other than Trump - farming, music, tattoos, or whatever else sounds interesting! If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show. Please cons…
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#202: Surviving Religious Trauma with Mark Karris, Anna Clark Miller, and Danae Massey Casteel
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In this week's show, we head back into the realm of mental health to discuss Religious Trauma Syndrome with therapists Mark Karris and Anna Clark Miller, and life coach Danae Massey Casteel. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls! Pick up Sometimes Matt's new book, Heretic, …
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HERESY AFTER HOURS LIVESTREAM: Nick Polk of The Tolkien Society
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Today, Sometimes Matt goes it alone without Keith. But fear not! He is joined by Tolkien scholar Nick Polk of The Tolkien Society. To join Heresy After Hours, join the Facebook group. This is where the livestreams will take place every Sunday at 10 AM PST. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to y…
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BONUS SHOW: What Happens When We Die?
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In this week's bonus show, Angry Matt and Cussing Keith take a couple voicemails and a string of texts that remind us of a very certain Pal of ours. WARNING: This week's episode features Angry Matt and more cuss words out of Keith's mouth than ever before! If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to y…
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BOOKWORM: "Honoring the Journey," by Leslie Nease
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In this edition of "bookworm," Keith sits down with former Survivor contestant Leslie Nease (aka "Sister Christian") to discuss her new Quoir book Honoring the Journey: The Deconstruction of Sister Christian. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls! LINKS QuoirCast on Patreon…
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#201: What Happens When We Die? with Brandy Anderson and Dr. Katy Valentine
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In this week's show, we jump headlong into the speculative and explore the afterlife with Quoir author Brandy Anderson and long-time host of this show, Dr. Katy Valentine. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls! Today's Sponsor: Religionless Studios is a Progressive Christia…
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HERESY AFTER HOURS LIVESTREAM: Ashley and Paul from Evangelical-ish
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Today, we are joined by Ashley and Paul Swearengin from the Evangelical-ish Podcast to discuss Project 2025 and "The Family." Purchase Matthew's new book, "Heretic, Too" now! To join Heresy After Hours, join the Facebook group. This is where the livestreams will take place every Sunday at 10 AM PST. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a…
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In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith talk about the upcoming election and what it would mean for the podcast should Trump win. Please pick up Matthew's latest book, "Heretic, Too!" now! If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show. Today's Sponsors: Religionl…
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In this week's show, we reminisce about the first 200 episodes of the Heretic Happy Hour podcast. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls! Today's Sponsor: Religionless Studios is a Progressive Christian video Bible commentary on YouTube. Every single Sunday the channel will …
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HERESY AFTER HOURS LIVESTREAM: Desimber Rose of The God Squad Podcast
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Today, we are joined by none other than Desimber Rose, former host of this show, to talk about the intersection of politics and religion. Purchase Matthew's new book, "Heretic, Too" now! To join Heresy After Hours, join the Facebook group. This is where the livestreams will take place every Sunday at 10 AM PST. If you want to call in to the Bonus S…
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BONUS SHOW: The Second Deconstruction and Matthew's New Book, "Heretic, Too!"
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In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith take a message to the Heresy After Hours Facebook group, and reflect on what a "second deconstruction" may consist of. Please pick up Matthew's latest book, "Heretic, Too!" now! If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show…
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#199: The Second Deconstruction with Angie Von Slaughter and Heather Hamilton
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This week's show explores the idea of a second deconstruction of faith with artist Angie Von Slaughter and Quoir author Heather Hamilton. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls! Save 10% on Square 2 with the promo code "HAPPY" LINKS QuoirCast on Patreon QuoirCast on Patheos …
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HERESY AFTER HOURS LIVESTREAM: Laci Bean of the Deadly Faith Podcast
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Today, we have our very first guest to the Livestream of the Heretic Happy Hour. We sit down with Laci Bean of the Deadly Faith podcast to talk about bisexuality, the church, and how Christians use fear and shame to keep people trapped. To join Heresy After Hours, join the Facebook group. This is where the livestreams will take place every Sunday a…
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BONUS SHOW: How to Be an Antiracist Part 2
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In this week's bonus show, we take a voicemail, a text, and talk about our personal ancestry stories. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show. To save 10% on Keith's Square 2 course, use promo code "HAPPY" Today's Sponsor: Religionless Studios is a Progressiv…
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#198: How to Be Antiracist Part 2 with Lisa Sharon Harper and Daniel Henderson
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This week, we run it back and join Lisa Sharon Harper and Daniel Henderson for Part 2 of our conversation from last week about race in America. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls! Pick up Dan's book, The Spiritual Journey to Antiracism. Save 10% on Square 2 with the prom…
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LIVESTREAM: Updates to Heretic Happy Hour and Exciting Changes Happening
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Today, we have our very first Livestream of the Heretic Happy Hour, where we make some major announcements and updates to what this show will look like moving forward. To join Heresy After Hours, join the Facebook group. This is where the livestreams will take place every Sunday at 10 AM PST. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicem…
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SUNDAY MATT: Major Changes and a Big Announcement
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Today, we announce major changes so SUNDAY MATT. To join Heresy After Hours, join the Facebook group. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show. LINKS https://www.patreon.com/quoircast https://www.patheos.com/editorial/podcasts…
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In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith talk about racism in America and take a text about the Mark Robinson scandal in North Carolina. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show. To save 10% on Keith's Square 2 course, use promo code "HAPPY" LINKS QuoirCast o…
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#197: How to Be Antiracist with Lisa Sharon Harper, Desimber Rose, and Daniel Henderson
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On today's show, our panel discusses the differences between "non-racism" and "anti-racism," and why the latter is far superior to the former. Join Matthew and Keith, alongside Lisa Sharon Harper, Desimber Rose, and Daniel Henderson, to discuss this important topic. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We w…
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