Best Nerds Squared Podcasts (2024)

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Michael Morelli: Jacques Ellul & the Technological Society 1:42:17

2h ago1:42:17

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On this episode, I am joined by a leading Jacques Ellul scholar, Dr. Michael Morreli, as we unpack his reflections on technology, idolatry, modernity, and Christian Anarchism. If you enjoy the conversation, check out his book Theology, Ethics, and Technology in the Work of Jacques Ellul and Paul Virilio. Michael Morelli is Assistant Professor of Th…

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Is Disney Choking on Their Aspirations with Star Wars 1:23:24

2d ago1:23:24

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As Acolyte approaches its final episodes, We took a step back to ask whether we are still invested.By Fandom Limb Media

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Tim Clement-Jones: Living with the Algorithm – Servant or Master? 41:23

4d ago41:23

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I am thrilled about this episode in the ongoing Process This series on Artificial Intelligence. In this episode, my series co-host and author of God-Like: A 500-Year History of Artificial Intelligence in Myths, Machines, Monsters, Kester Brewin, is joined by Lord Tim Clement-Jones. He is one of the leading voices in the UK House of Lords on AI regu…

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Midweek Meltdown: Episode 14: Collateral Damage 1:26:58

3d ago1:26:58

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Chatterheads, what an amazing Money In The Bank we witnessed this past weekend! The shock, the awe, the wonder, the botches... Welcome back to your Midweek Meltdown here on Tables, Ladders, and Chatter as we discuss the hottest news and insane ideas! Hey Chatterheads, thanks for tuning in! Let us know what you think, what you want to hear, or your …

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Special Announcement on the Future of Homebrewed Christianity 38:47

9d ago38:47

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After 16 years of online theological exploration, Homebrewed Christianity is leveling up. I am joined by David, the HBC tech-guru David, to let you in on a few new projects we just launched and let you know a bit about what’s on the horizon. Class and Bring the Ivory Tower to Your Screen! After almost 2 years of work behind the scenes, I am thrille…

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Midweek Meltdown: Episode 13: When One Door Closes... 1:28:42

10d ago1:28:42

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Chatterheads, it's that time once again to let it all out during this week's MIDWEEK MELTDOWN! As the title says, "When one door opens..." We all know how the old adage goes... But will it hold! Tune in and find out! Hey Chatterheads, thanks for tuning in! Let us know what you think, what you want to hear, or your thoughts on what's to come! Follow…

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Brian Zahnd: Evangelizing Christians Smitten with a Cruciform Poetics 1:02:28

16d ago1:02:28

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Brian Zahnd returns to the podcast to discuss his fresh book The Wood Between Worlds. In the conversation, we discuss his kaleidoscopic theopoetics of the cross, the glorious metaphor of the One Ring in The Lord of the Rings, Trump’s ability to channel the speech of Mordor, and his mission to evangelize Christians smitten with empire religion. Afte…

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Noreen Herzfeld: Artificial Intelligence, God, & the Limits of Perfection 1:31:26

22d ago1:31:26

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In this episode of Homebrewed Christianity’s Process This series on Artificial Intelligence, Tripp is joined by Noreen Herzfeld, a professor of science and religion, about the intersections of AI, ethics, and theology. They discuss the relational aspects of human existence often overlooked by technology, the theological perspectives on embodiment a…

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Midweek Meltdown: Episode 12: Clash Of The Chatterheads 2:03:18

25d ago2:03:18

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CHATTERHEADS!!!! It's been a very very long time since so much has happened in such a short time!!! With that being said we're gonna jam pack it all in this TWO HOUR SPECIAL EDITION OF MIDWEEK MELTDOWN!!!! Welcome to The Clash of the Chatterheads!!! Hey Chatterheads, thanks for tuning in! Let us know what you think, what you want to hear, or your t…

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Process This: Artificial Intelligence & the Human Future w/ Kester Brewin 1:18:18

26d ago1:18:18

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Step into the interactive world of the inaugural ‘Process This‘ series, a journey into the realm of Artificial Intelligence and the human future. Kester Brewin returns to the podcast to set up a series of interviews with scholars across the disciplines, all helping us wrestle with the reality of AI and how it is reshaping humanity and our future. T…

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Celebrating the Life, Legacy, and Thought of Jürgen Moltmann w/ Philip Clayton

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Philip Clayton was my PhD advisor and remains a mentor and friend. We scheduled a live stream session where we planned to explore contemporary options for the doctrine of God by developing a typology of live options, but when we learned of Moltmann’s passing, it seemed fitting to pivot our plan and reflect on the life, thought, and impact of Moltma…

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Andrew Root: Secular Mysticism & Identity Politics

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Practical Theologian and friend of the pod, Andrew Root, is back on the podcast to discuss the most contentious parts of his newest book Church in an Age of Secular Mysticisms. Our conversation delves deep into some tenuous topics: secular mysticisms, identity politics, spiritual memoirs, the politics of recognition, Rousseau’s anthropology, post-C…

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Fallout Season 1 review 1:09:53

1M ago1:09:53

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Join us as we discuss what we thought about the tv show based on the popular game, Fallout. This review will contain spoiler for the show! We discuss possible routes for season 2 as well as what we thought of the main three characters( Lucy, Maximus and The Ghoul)By Fandom Limb Media

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Midweek Meltdown: Episode 11: We Saw That... 1:19:49

1M ago1:19:49

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LET'S GO LET'S GO LET'S GO!!! TIME FOR THE HOTTEST PODCAST ON TUESDAY NIGHTS!!! HOTTER THAN LIV MORGAN AND A DOM NEEDING HIS MAMI!!! IT'S TIME FOR THE MIDWEEK MELTDOWN... AND WE'RE JUST GETTING FIRED UP! Hey Chatterheads, thanks for tuning in! Let us know what you think, what you want to hear, or your thoughts on what's to come! Follow us on Facebo…

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Faith in the Public Square with Brian Kaylor and Beau Underwood

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Brian Kaylor and Beau Underwood, authors of Baptizing America: How Mainline Protestants Helped Build Christian Nationalism, joined me for a live-streamed conversation where we discussed the book and a bunch of listener questions inspired by their recent lectures linked below. Lecture One: How Mainline Protestants Helped Build Christian Nationalism …

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Midweek Meltdown: Episode 10: King and Queen, Controversy, and More... 1:27:42

2M ago1:27:42

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We're back Chatterheads, adulting sucks... work sucks... but hey at least we still have WRESTLING!!! Welcome back to your weekly dose of a Midweek Meltdown! Hey Chatterheads, thanks for tuning in! Let us know what you think, what you want to hear, or your thoughts on what's to come! Follow us on Facebook at Tables, Ladders, and Chatter Podcast and …

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Benjamin Chicka: Theology & Video Games

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In this episode, Tripp is joined by Dr. Benjamin Chikca. They delve into the intriguing intersection of theology, ethics, and video games, spotlighting Chicka’s book, ‘Playing as Others: Theology and Ethical Responsibility in Video Games.’ The discussion spans topics such as the impact of cultural and ethical narratives within indie video games, th…

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Diana Butler Bass & Tim Whitaker: Faith in a Toxic Public Square

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Tripp & Diana were pumped to have Tim Whitaker from The New Evangelicals join us for this edition of Ruining Dinner and our upcoming open online class – Faith and Politics for the Rest of Us. Our contemporary public square is increasingly chaotic, toxic, and repulsive. Yet, our challenges as a people, nation, and species are growing. The rise of Ch…

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Ilia Delio: the Not-Yet-God 1:50:13

2M ago1:50:13

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In this exhilarating discussion with Ilia Delio, we are taken on a profound journey through the intersection of theology, science, and the future of humanity in the shadow of burgeoning technological advancements. Delio, known for her insightful work on integrating science and religion, shares invigorating ideas from her latest book, “The Not Yet G…

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Tad Delay: the Future of Denial 1:20:27

2M ago1:20:27

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In this episode, I am joined by philosopher Tad Delay to discuss his new book, The Future of Denial: The Ideologies of Climate Change. We dive into the critical need for humanity to confront and adapt to the climate crisis. The discussion explores the intricate connections between psychoanalysis, religion, and climate denial across the ideological …

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The Bad Batch Series review! 57:40

2M ago57:40

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Join us as we give our thoughts on the series as a whole and discuss possible options moving forward! _______________________________ Squareroundtable Host social media Dmitri: @d_m33chi Chad: @Stem.advocate.chad Josh: @input_output.Josh Marcus: @professorx_91 Square Round Table social media Instagam: @squareroundtable1 Twitter:@TheSquareround1…

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Brian McLaren: Life After Doom 1:29:56

2M ago1:29:56

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Brian McLaren joins me in this episode to discuss his new book Life After Doom. In it, we wrestle with redefining faith, civilization, and ecological consciousness. We delve into theological reflections, reinterpreting religious practices to align with Jesus’s teachings, advocating for a paradigm shift in societal structures, and emphasizing the ur…

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Midweek Meltdown: Episode 9: And The Emmy Goes To... 1:24:48

2M ago1:24:48

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Chatterheads all around the world, it is time once again for you weekly Midweek Meltdown with your hosts; Zero, Tommy Gunns, and the PonyBoy coming at you with the latest talk, insight, and just general nonsense from across the wrestling world. Hey Chatterheads, thanks for tuning in! Let us know what you think, what you want to hear, or your though…

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Grace Ji-Sun Kim & Susan Shaw: Surviving God 1:09:37

2M ago1:09:37

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Grace Ji-Sun Kim and Susan Shaw are back on the podcast to discuss their newest co-authored book Surviving God: A New Vision of God through the Eyes of Sexual Abuse Survivors. In the conversation, they discuss how traditional ways of thinking about God are highly problematic, contribute to the problems of sexual abuse, and are not reflective of the…

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Corey Walker & Bill Leonard: Losing Sleep Before God 1:09:01

3M ago1:09:01

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I recently returned to my old hometown, Winston-Salem, NC, for a live podcast at Lot63 in Old Salem. There, I was joined by two of my old Profs at Wake Forest University Divinity School, Dr. Bill Leonard and Dr. Craig Atwood, the brand new Dean of the Divinity School, Dr. Corey Walker, and music from a fellow alum Kyle Caudle. In this half of the l…

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Craig Atwood: Getting Ziggy with Zinzendorf 42:32

3M ago42:32

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I recently returned to my old hometown, Winston-Salem, NC, for a live podcast at Lot63 in Old Salem. There, I was joined by two of my old Profs at Wake Forest University Divinity School, Dr. Bill Leonard and Dr. Craig Atwood, the brand new Dean of the Divinity School, Dr. Corey Walker, and music from a fellow alum Kyle Caudle. In this half of the l…

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Persuade: a Process Vision of Preaching & Liturgy 1:15:10

3M ago1:15:10

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A few weeks ago, I partnered with the Center for Open and Relational Theology & St. Andrew UMC to put on the first preaching conference for Open and Relational Preachers! It was TONS of fun and I got to meet some amazing clergy. In the first segment, I am joined by Dr. Casey Sigmon & Dr. Nichole Torbitzky to give a process theological reflection of…

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Daniel Kirk: Making the Vision of the New Testament Moral 2:15:33

3M ago2:15:33

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The most influential academic text arguing against the full inclusion of LGBTQ+ divine image bearers into the life of the Church is Richard Hays’ “The Moral Vision of the New Testament.” He has changed his mind and has a new book developing a theological framework for the full inclusion of LGBTQ people in Christian communities. In this live stream,…

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Midweek Meltdown: Episode 8: Who Runs This Show? 1:15:25

3M ago1:15:25

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After a nice vacation from all things wrestling after Wrestlemania, the TLC Boys are back at it bringing you your weekly dose of insanity, laughs, and shenanigans... Chatterheads, It's time for this weeks episode of MIDWEEK MELTDOWN!!! Hey Chatterheads, thanks for tuning in! Let us know what you think, what you want to hear, or your thoughts on wha…

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Barry Taylor: Theology Beyond Religion 1:28:57

3M ago1:28:57

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Barry Taylor and Tripp Fuller discuss the changing religious and spiritual space and how it shows up in culture. They reflect on the shift in the Western conversation in the last 25 years. Barry raises a growing awareness in how the concept of religion people thought they were updating, reorienting, and morphing, wasn’t ultimately finding traction …

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What’s Your Theological Sample Rate? 1:29:38

3M ago1:29:38

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In this episode, Bo reflects on his own deconstruction story, the pace of spiritual change in America, and drops a sweet audiological image. Tripp pitches his deconstruction typology and gets Bo to power rank 3 different theologians’ definition of theology. Check out Bo’s webpage and his podcast with Randy Woodley, Peacing it All Together. Bo’s new…

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Kristian Smith: Deconstruction in the Black Church 1:47:47

3M ago1:47:47

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Kristian Smith is joining Tripp to unpack the intersection of cigars, spirituality, and community. Kristian is a pastor, stylist, theologian, spiritual director, host of the Holy Smokes podcast, and minister of an online faith community. https://www.holysmokesmovement.com & https://www.kristianasmith.com Join us at Theology Beer Camp October 17-19,…

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Kester Brewin: Artificial Intelligence & the Future of Religion 1:35:20

3M ago1:35:20

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We have all been talking about AI of late and I have been on a bit of a reading deep dive about it. I am thrilled to have my friend Kester Brewin back on the podcast to talk about Artificial Intelligence & the future of religion. His new book, God-like: A 500-Year History of Artificial Intelligence in Myths, Machines, Monsters is out and 100% zesty…

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Midweek Meltdown: Episode 7: MANIA MADNESS!!! 1:16:50

3M ago1:16:50

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On this very special edition of Midweek Meltdown, we give an inside look at the approaching Wrestlemania XL Night 1 and Night 2 cards as well as give our predictions and penalties for winning and losing! (Originally recorded 04/04/2024) Hey Chatterheads, thanks for tuning in! Let us know what you think, what you want to hear, or your thoughts on wh…

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Tony Jones: the Dazzing Darkness & Wild Places 1:30:23

3M ago1:30:23

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I have been friends with Tony Jones for a long time. For over 12 years, he has been working on his memoir, and it was worth the wait. The God of Wild Places: Rediscovering the Divine in the Untamed Outdoors is now out in the world and we got to sit down in his living to record this conversation about it. Longtime listeners will be familiar with Ton…

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The Post-Easter, Mo-Easter Edition 1:32:43

3M ago1:32:43

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On this edition of the Theology Nerd Throwdown, Tripp & Bo nerd out about… post-Covid Easter worship the United Methodist Breakup over LGBTQ inclusion how frustrating LOTS of aging institutions can get the connection between the Religious Nones & Political Independents how the BoDaddy plans to demolish all beer-chugging challengers at Theology Beer…

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Faith without Certainty & God After Deconstruction 1:20:49

3M ago1:20:49

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In this live session, Tom Oord and Tripp Fuller will joined by Josh Patterson of the (re)Thinking Faith podcast to discuss the nature of faith after certainty and the role of scripture for a faith in transition. You can access all 10 videos now by joining the class at www.GodAfterDeconstruction.com God After Deconstruction: Check out our upcoming c…

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X-Men First 3 Episodes Review 1:01:14

3M ago1:01:14

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Hey freaks and geeks! We are back with our reviews! Us being big X-Men fans we had to give our review of the X-Men '97 ( first 3 eps) Being that we grew up with the original 90s show and loved it, we were excited to see if this show could recapture the essence of the original.By Fandom Limb Media

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James McGrath: Theology & Science Fiction 1:11:58

4M ago1:11:58

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James McGrath is back and we have some serious fun geeking out about theology and Science Fiction!! What is the difference between a god and a powerful alien? Can an android have a soul, or be considered a person with rights? Can we imagine biblical stories being retold in the distant future on planets far from Earth? Whether your interest is in Ch…

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What’s the deal with Deconstruction? 36:22

4M ago36:22

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I am excited to share this conversation with Thomas Jay Oord. In it, we discuss what we’ve learned from surveying thousands of people in faith transition – the reasons, the process, and the possibilities after faith deconstruction. Are you navigating the challenging landscape of faith deconstruction, seeking a path that affirms your deepest intuiti…

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Midweek Meltdown: Episode 6: "Let's Not Get Cancelled" 1:39:18

4M ago1:39:18

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Chatterheads, we're nearing on the biggest weekend in the wrestling world, Wrestlemania, and it seems things are heating up as the Final Boss shows WHY YOU DON'T F*CK WITH HIM! It's time once again for your MIDWEEK MELTDOWN!!! Hey Chatterheads, thanks for tuning in! Let us know what you think, what you want to hear, or your thoughts on what's to co…

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Diana Butler Bass & John Dominic Crossan: The Resurrection of Jesus 1:38:54

4M ago1:38:54

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This week, we are joined by Diana Butler Bass as we discuss the historical Jesus, the resurrected Christ, and a host of questions from members of the online class. To join the class, head over to www.CrossanClass.com Diana Butler Bass, Ph.D., is an award-winning author, popular speaker, inspiring preacher, and one of America’s most trusted commenta…

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What is happing at Theology Beer Camp 2024? 33:13

4M ago33:13

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I’m excited to announce that tickets for Theology Beer Camp are now on sale! This year, we’ll be hanging out October 17th to 19th in Denver, Colorado. Grab your calendar and save the dates to join 20+ scholars, 20+ God-Pods, and over 500 people like yourself. As always, this year promises to be filled with enlightening discussions, delicious brews,…

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Midweek Meltdown: Episode 5: The Final Boss Says... 1:21:53

4M ago1:21:53

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Chatterheads, unlike The Rock, we're sorry... the "Final Boss", who bestowed some wonderful life lessons upon us, we will be bestowing... some pointless knowledge, rants, and a whole mess of chatter in this weeks edition of MIDWEEK MELTDOWN! Hey Chatterheads, thanks for tuning in! Let us know what you think, what you want to hear, or your thoughts …

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Robert N. McCauley: Religion is Natural & the Cognitive Science of Religion 2:04:00

4M ago2:04:00

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People often ask me, “Tripp, in 17 years of podcasting, what’s your favorite interview?” I can never answer the question because there are so many different kinds of interviews. I love episodes with my scholarly friends who repeatedly return to the podcast, but for this nerd, I am thrilled to introduce listeners to scholars who rocked my world. In …

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Jennifer Garcia Bashaw & John Dominic Crossan: Critical Scholarship for a Faithful Disciple 1:27:24

4M ago1:27:24

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This week, we are joined by Dr. Jennifer Garcia Bashaw as we discuss how historical Jesus scholarship can challenge and shape Christian practice, along with a host of questions from members of the online class. To join the class, head over to www.CrossanClass.com Jennifer Garcia Bashaw (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is Associate Professor of Ne…

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Midweek Meltdown: Episode 4: The Slap That Smiles Back 1:48:19

4M ago1:48:19

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Chatterheads once again it is TIME for your weekly dose of that one and only goodness... MIDWEEK MELTDOWN brought to you by your three loveable idiots at the Tables, Ladders, and Chatter Podcast; Tommy Gunns, Zero, and of course Ponyboy. This week we will do what we always do... Open it up to you the fans and fellow wrestling nerds as we cover the …

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John Caputo: What to Believe? 1:25:58

4M ago1:25:58

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John Caputo is back on the podcast! If you are new to Homebrewed Christianity, you may not be familiar with Jack. Still, he is a longtime friend of the pod, a top-tier postmodern philosopher who radically returned to his theological roots. In his new book What to Believe? , he gives a beautiful introduction to his articulation of radical theology i…

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Brian McLaren & John Dominic Crossan: The Message of Jesus & the Judgement of Civilization 1:23:55

4M ago1:23:55

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This week, Brian McLaren and John Dominic Crossan join us as we discuss Jesus’s civilizational significance, hear his teachings in their historical context, examine the habit of interpreting Jesus against his intentions, and answer a host of questions from members of the online class. To join the class, head over to www.CrossanClass.com Brian D. Mc…

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