Best Open Sanctuary Project Podcasts (2024)

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24 - Common Visitor Questions And How To Respond To Them For Animal Sanctuaries 15:22

7d ago15:22

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Community Education Specialist Andie and Senior Advisor Tara discuss some helpful strategies and tips on how your animal organization can thoughtfully approach and respond to common visitor questions that sanctuaries get asked by visitors. --- This Episode’s Referenced Resources: A Starter Guide to Common Questions Your Sanctuary Gets Asked and How…

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#143 – Candida Moss (Part 2): Uncovering Biblical Authorship Mysteries 43:11

7d ago43:11

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Listen to the After Show Candida Moss, a leading theology professor, returns for part two of our conversation, diving into her groundbreaking research on the manuscript traditions and writing processes of the New Testament. Discover how dictation, collaboration, and the roles of enslaved individuals shaped the creation of early Christian texts. Lea…

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23 - Effective Tabling Strategies and Tips for Animal Sanctuaries 38:47

28d ago38:47

38:47

Community Education Specialist Andie and Nonprofit Specialist Julia discuss some helpful strategies and tips on how your animal organization can table at outreach events as effectively as possible. They offer insight on how tabling can be a beneficial way to connect with the public and raise awareness about issues that are important to your organiz…

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#142 – Candida Moss (Part 1): Enslaved Authors of Christianity 44:00

28d ago44:00

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Listen to the After Show Candida Moss is a leading theology professor, about her groundbreaking research on the enslaved Christians who helped create the New Testament. Discover how this reshapes our understanding of biblical inspiration, ancient authorship, and Christianity’s historical complicity in slavery. Get Candida's book God's Ghostwriters.…

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#141 – Rethinking the Tower of Babel 23:31

1M ago23:31

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To become a supporter of Almost Heretical and get more bonus episodes like this, click here: http://almostheretical.com/subscribe In this bonus episode of Almost Heretical, Nate Hanson and Shelby dive into the story of the Tower of Babel from Genesis 11. They discuss its significance, the cultural context, and various interpretations, including its…

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22 - Being Kind To Bees At Your Animal Organization 31:28

1M ago31:28

31:28

Research Specialist Amber, Community Education Specialist Andie, and Nonprofit Specialist Julia discuss how your animal organization can “bee” more friendly to bees and other pollinators! They offer insight into how bees and pollinators can support your sanctuary (and can help support you and your efforts), actionable tips on how to support pollina…

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#140 – Frank Kenny: Unveiling the God of War 57:41

2M ago57:41

57:41

Listen to the Frank Kenny after show! How has our understanding of God evolved over time? Nate & Shelby talk with Frank Kenny about his book, The God of War: How an Ancient God Shaped a Modern World (link), exploring the historical contexts and conflicts that have shaped modern Christianity. Thoughts, questions, stories? Please email almostheretica…

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21 - Spring Green Pastures: Managing Sanctuary Resident Consumption Safely 29:23

2M ago29:23

29:23

Research Specialist Amber Barnes and Senior Advisor Tara Hess discuss the importance of understanding how fresh, lush pastures can affect ruminant, camelid, and equine residents. In this episode, we talk about the joys of spring for residents and care staff but also the potential risks that may come along with the season. We take a peek into potent…

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#139 – Brian McLaren: Christianity Beyond Belief 59:13

2M ago59:13

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Listen to the after show for the Brian episode where we talk about why the Church tries to control beliefs What if being a Christian wasn't about what you believed? Nate & Shelby talk with Brian McLaren about his influential works, including Do I Stay Christian? and his latest, Life After Doom. Thoughts, questions, stories? Please email almostheret…

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20 - Donkeys Are Different 35:53

2M ago35:53

35:53

Research Specialist Amber and Nonprofit Specialist Julia talk about donkeys! Amber explains some of the physiological, behavioral, social, and nutritional needs differences between horses and donkeys and how these impact what caregivers must consider in their day-to-day care of these individuals. We also talk about mules and the traits that make th…

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#138 – Olivia Jackson: Why Christians Deconstruct 41:23

3M ago41:23

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Listen to the after show where we talk about favorite books, women missionaries, and being anti-academia Olivia Jackson interviewed hundreds of Christians about their deconstruction experience. We talk about why people changed their faith. Is it different in America compared to the UK, Australia, etc? Olivia's book. Thoughts, questions, stories? Pl…

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19 - Addressing Biases That Can Harm Farmed Animals 27:04

3M ago27:04

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Community Education Specialist Andie Springirth and Executive Director Mckenzee Griffler discuss combatting biases that can harm farmed animals. Since much of human thinking, feeling, and behavior is guided by our biases, understanding biases that can negatively impact farmed animals is an important undertaking for animal sanctuaries. As communitie…

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#137 – Tim Alberta: Reject Trump, Embrace Jesus 1:09:27

3M ago1:09:27

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Listen to the after show where Nate & Shelby talk about Tim's more traditional beliefs... Why did they have Tim on? Tim Alberta reflects on how his Christian upbringing shapes his approach to politics, emphasizing critical thought over tribalism. He advocates for a church response that mirrors Christ's love and grace, facing societal challenges wit…

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#136 – Tiffany Yecke Brooks: Spiritual Anxiety & Religious Trauma 1:02:46

3M ago1:02:46

1:02:46

Listen to the after show where Nate & Shelby debrief and shore more thoughts about this conversation with Tiffany Tiffany Yecke Brooks discusses her evolution from fundamentalist roots, questioning long-held doctrines, and identifying spiritual anxiety as a trauma response. She advocates for reinterpreting biblical stories and emphasizes the import…

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#135 – Thomas Jay Oord: Open Relational Theology 1:08:41

3M ago1:08:41

1:08:41

Listen to the Utterly Heretical after show episode that Nate & Shelby recorded debriefing this conversation with Thomas Jay Oord Dr. Thomas Jay Oord delves into open relational theology, highlighting a non-controlling, relational God and rethinking traditional omnipotence. Check out his book God After Deconstruction with Tripp Fuller. We addresses …

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18 - Goat Resident Safety For Animal Sanctuaries 39:12

3M ago39:12

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Senior Advisor Tara Hess and Community Education Specialist Andie Springirth delve into the topic of goat resident safety. Why goat resident safety specifically? While sanctuary caregivers need to make sure residents of all species are safe, ensuring the safety of goats, in particular, can be a bit tricky, especially if you aren’t aware of the uniq…

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Sewing and Fitting Mentor Podcast Trailer 1:49

4M ago1:49

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#134 – Dr. Laura Anderson: Sex, Dating, Courtship and Trauma 1:02:25

4M ago1:02:25

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Listen to the 20-minute Utterly Heretical after show episode that Nate & Shelby recorded debriefing this conversation with Dr. Laura Anderson Dr. Laura Anderson tackles religious trauma, explaining it as our physiological response to religious experiences, distinct from the events themselves. She critiques purity culture for its detrimental effects…

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17 - Animal Sanctuary Capacity Part 2: Managing Capacity Limitations Responsibly 38:07

4M ago38:07

38:07

Executive Director Mckenzee Griffler and Nonprofit Specialist Julia Magnus continue discussing animal sanctuary capacity. We review some of the many elements that play a role in determinations around capacity and discuss ways to make it easier for your organization and team when capacity limitations dictate that you say “no,” and discuss other ways…

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#133 – David Fitch: Is God's Love Coercive? 59:23

4M ago59:23

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Listen to the extra 20-minute Utterly Heretical episode that Nate & Shelby recorded debriefing this conversation with David. Does Hell or even annihilationism mean that God's love is coercive? David Fitch (author of Reckoning With Power) debates with Nate and Shelby about whether we can call God's love "non-coercive". Thoughts, questions, stories? …

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#132 – Elaine Pagels: Trump and Doubting Thomas 1:05:53

4M ago1:05:53

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Elaine Pagels presents the compelling theory that the Gospel of John might have intentionally silenced the Gospel of Thomas. This interview not only explores the hidden gospels but also challenges us to rethink the foundational narratives of Christianity through the insights of Elaine Pagels. Thoughts, questions, stories? Please email almostheretic…

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16 - Defining Sanctuary Capacity And Sustainability 39:22

4M ago39:22

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Executive Director Mckenzee Griffler and Nonprofit Specialist Julia discuss an essential metric for all sanctuaries to consider regularly: capacity. In this episode, we discuss many elements that play a role in determining an organization’s capacity, including spatial, quarantine, personnel, financial, regulatory, and emergency response capacity. W…

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#131 – Peter Rollins: The Philosophy of Deconstruction 1:21:09

4M ago1:21:09

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We sit down with philosopher and theologian Peter Rollins to explore the intricate landscape of faith, doubt, and the philosophy of deconstruction. Rollins discusses the importance of embracing our uncertainties and the transformative power of questioning traditional religious narratives. Through a deep dive into philosophical theology, we uncover …

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#130 – Anna Gazmarian: Religious OCD and Mental Illness 45:16

5M ago45:16

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Listen to the full, unedited episode with extra 15 minutes Anna Gazmarian shares her profound journey of doubting faith, getting fired from a church, sexual assault, and confronting her mental health diagnosis within the church. How does faith intersect with the challenges of Religious OCD, scrupulosity and mental health? Discover her path to under…

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15 - Mitigating The Risk Of Zoonotic Disease Transmission For Sanctuary Personnel 31:37

5M ago31:37

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Community Education Specialist Andie and Senior Advisor Tara revisit the topic of zoonotic disease, this time with a focus on mitigating the risk of transmission for sanctuary personnel. We start by sharing five measures folks can implement today to help protect personnel and then discuss three additional measures folks can implement that may take …

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#129 – Did Noah's Ark Actually Happen? 46:55

5M ago46:55

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If the Bible isn't about being true or false, then what is the point of stories like Noah's Ark? Thoughts, questions, stories? Please email almostheretical@gmail.com Become a member and get: 1. Bonus episodes of Utterly Heretical (our private podcast) every month 2. All full-length episodes 3. Access to our private community of 350+ listeners Becom…

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#128 – Nephilim and Gender Dynamics (Genesis 6:1-4) 47:30

5M ago47:30

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Curious about the Nephilim and the "sons of God" mentioned in Genesis 6:1-4? Join Nate and Shelby as they delve into ancient texts like the Book of Enoch, exploring the implications these stories have on gender dynamics and biblical narratives. Thoughts, questions, stories? Please email almostheretical@gmail.com Become a member and get: 1. Bonus ep…

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14 - Introduction To Fundraising For Animal Organizations 36:20

5M ago36:20

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Executive Director Mckenzee Griffler and Nonprofit Specialist Julia discuss some of the issues that can make fundraising an emotional challenge for those who come from a caregiver background. We also talk about the intersections between fundraising, capacity and storytelling, how to find a balance between these elements, and how we can bring some "…

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13- Rooster Stigma Part 2: Sharing A New Framework For Understanding Roosters 32:16

6M ago32:16

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In this episode of The Open Sanctuary Podcast, “Sharing A New Framework For Understanding Roosters,” Senior Advisor Tara and Nonprofit Specialist Julia continue their rooster stigma discussion, debunking common rooster myths and stereotypes. We share ways that you as a sanctuary can actively bust rooster stigma through the adoption of careful langu…

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12 - Rooster Stigma Part 1: Dismantling Rooster Stigma in Your Caregiving and Education Practices 22:42

6M ago22:42

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In this episode of The Open Sanctuary Podcast, Senior Advisor Tara and Nonprofit Specialist Julia discuss some common myths about roosters that perpetuate rooster stigma. We address several common misconceptions, stigmas, and stereotypes about roosters, dismantle them one by one, and offer a new framework for understanding rooster behavior. --- Thi…

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When You Are Not YET Where You Want to Be in Life 14:32

7M ago14:32

14:32

welcome to the courage project!! when you click "play" on this episode, expect some grounding re-assurance, permission to Be Where You Are, and a hype girl chat that will light a fire lit under your booty to get you where you want to be. today, we discuss some things I wish I could tell myself during times when I am being hard on myself. we will di…

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11 - Zoonotic Disease Transmission and Onsite Sanctuary Education 47:04

7M ago47:04

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In this episode of The Open Sanctuary Podcast, Community Education Specialist Andie Springirth and Senior Advisor Tara Hess delve into zoonotic disease transmission. What are zoonoses, and what are the ways in which they can spread? Why is it important to understand zoonotic disease transmission from an educational standpoint, and what are some of …

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10 - Caring For Chickens Indoors Part 2: Practical Considerations 36:24

7M ago36:24

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Senior Advisor Tara and Nonprofit Specialist Julia discuss the practical considerations of caring for indoor chickens. In our last episode on the subject of indoor chickens, we talked about why caring for chickens in this way is a great idea for the chickens, for caregivers, and for the movement. In this episode, we’re talking practice and the nitt…

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09 - Caring For Chickens Indoors Part 1: Why Indoor Chickens? 24:46

7M ago24:46

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Senior Advisor Tara and Nonprofit Specialist Julia discuss why we should consider caring for chickens as indoor companions! Keeping chickens inside may sound strange for people outside of the sanctuary world, although more and more people are realizing that chickens can make great indoor companions. In fact, sometimes taking care of chickens indoor…

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