Best Progressive Clergy Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 31: The Hamas-Israel Conflict revisited 1:10:51

3M ago1:10:51

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In this episode Rabbi Abram and Reverent Matt Shultz reflect on the vigil they organized to honor the unhoused individuals who passed away in Anchorage in 2023. Link to the vigil is here on facebook. Abram and Matt next debate the importance of cemeteries in a community. Then Abram and Matt revisit the conflict in the Middle East. They debate the m…

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Episode 30: Advocacy 53:26

5M ago53:26

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In this Episode Pastor Matt reveals that he has a Jewish great great great grandfather. Then Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt discuss the role of advocacy among clergy. They then move the conversation about the Vigil they are planning in memoriam of the unhoused neighbors who passed away last year. They end episode with Matt unpacking the “He Gets Us” a…

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Episode 29: What kind of American are you? 54:20

7M ago54:20

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Hi folks, In this episode of WDU Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt cover a lot. Here is the short list - Matt and Abram discuss Christmas, Matt analyzes how people treat each other in pop culture and social media, Matt reveals his disdain for pickup trucks, Matt and Abram attempt to understand MAGA voters, Abram offers an update on the Israel-Hamas war, …

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RE: That TikTok - we don't agree with you! 49:45

9M ago49:45

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Or, at least, it's a little more complicated than what you said. (See the full TikTok from @nononsensespirituality: www.tiktok.com/@nononsensespirituality/video/7275412454447009070) In this episode, Rev. Amanda and Natalie dive into Millenial/Gen Z church discourse. Namely, are we still attending church? Are our generations killing the church indus…

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Episode 28: The Israel-Hamas conflict 55:48

9M ago55:48

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In this episode Rabbi Abram opens up about the Israel - Hamas conflict and what it means for the Jewish community. Then to lighten the mood Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt talk about D&D which means Dungeons and Dragons. These links will make more sense once you hear the podcast: Alaska Judaism Media: https://www.youtube.com/@alaskajudaismmedia7230/fea…

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Episode 27: Unpacking Political Dog Whistles 55:27

11M ago55:27

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Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram are back after a summer break. In this months episode Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram examine some local religious organizations and show they break the 10 commandments. They discuss the value of Ranked Choice Voting. They explain how religious and hateful organizations use dog whistles to convey hateful messages. They discu…

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Episode 26: Magical Thinking 59:24

1y ago59:24

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In this episode of What Divines Us Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram discuss the problems and benefits of magical thinking in religion. Rabbi Abram reports on his community hosting a Drag Story Hour. Pastor Matt offers an update on Anchorage's Homeless criss. Finally Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt discuss their frustration over Texas attempting to put the 1…

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Queer Theology 1:08:16

1y ago1:08:16

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Rev. Amanda and Natalie are joined by our first guests! Rev. Sean Neil-Barron and Father Jerry Maynard have come on the pod so we can chat all things queer theology: what is it? How do we do it? & isn't it divine to be queer? You can find Rev. Sean's The Foothills Deeper Pod wherever you get your podcasts. Also check out linktr.ee/upliftcollective …

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Episode 25: Institutional Trust 57:31

1y ago57:31

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In this Episode Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram discuss their sermon writing process. They talk about what it means to trust and mistrust big institutions. They argue over what should be considered sacred. They conclude by discussing state wide school legislation.By whatdivinesus

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Episode 24: Religion and Branding 56:44

1+ y ago56:44

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In this episode Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt talk about the benefits and problems with branding when it comes to religion. They discuss the Asbury University Revival, church name changes, and a multibillion dollar Christian branding campaign. Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt also share some advocacy work they have been doing in Alaska to support the LGBT…

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Afrofuturism and the Radical Black Imagination 46:01

1+ y ago46:01

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In this episode Rev. Amanda and Natalie talk about Afrofuturism and the Black Imagination, from Octavia Butler to George Clinton. For more information about RRUUC, visit www.rruuc.org, linktr.ee/riverroaduuc or any of our social media profiles. YouTube.com/RiverRoadUnitarianUniversalistCongregation Facebook.com/RRUUC Instagram @RiverRoadUUC Twitter…

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Episode 23: Big Block of Cheese part one 46:02

1+ y ago46:02

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Hi Everyone, in this episode Rev. Matt Shultz and Rabbi Abram Goodstein asked social media to give them their kookiest questions on God, life, religion, and the universe. Well, questions were asked and Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram answered.By whatdivinesus

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Episode 22: Religion’s role in the National Conversation 59:47

1+ y ago59:47

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In this episode of WDU Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt discuss how religion steers the national conversation in 4 examples. The belief of the end of time. The controversy around Hamline University. The use of the term of Indoctrination. and the controversy of Local Anchorage bar, F Street Station.By whatdivinesus

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Episode 21: Post Holiday Episode 51:08

1+ y ago51:08

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In this podcast Rev. Matt Shultz and Rabbi Abram Goodstein discuss their religion's holidays of Christmas and Chanukah. They then discuss the strange choices of Congress Elect George Santos and his use of the term Jew-ish. They bring up a dilemma of how to dispose of sacred or meaningful objects. They conclude by arguing on watching sporting events…

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Soul Care Tips 32:14

1+ y ago32:14

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Rev. Amanda and Natalie chat about soul care - a spiritual version of self care - during the holiday season. Read along with the Buzzfeed article we reference at buzzfeed.com/annaborges/self-care-sad-at-christmas-holidays. For more information about RRUUC, visit www.rruuc.org, linktr.ee/riverroaduuc or any of our social media profiles. YouTube.com/…

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A Warm River Road Welcome 32:22

1+ y ago32:22

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Welcome to the River Road podcast! Join Rev. Amanda Weatherspoon and Natalie Schall as we discuss what this podcast will be, progressive theology, October's worship theme of courage, and more! For more information about RRUUC, visit www.rruuc.org, linktr.ee/riverroaduuc or any of our social media profiles. YouTube.com/RiverRoadUnitarianUniversalist…

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Religion and Money 49:08

1+ y ago49:08

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Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt are all over the place on this one. First they talk about why it's a triumph that Jews celebrate Thanksgiving. Next they get into the thorny topic of religion and money. They discuss the Colorado Springs shooting and pro-LGBTQ legislation moving through the senate. They conclude by commentati…

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Episode 19: Faith and Politics 52:20

2y ago52:20

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Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt are back after a brief hiatus. In this episode Matt and Abram discuss an incident that occurred in the Anchorage Assembly and Pastor Matt’s church purchase of housing for homeless. They argue over the 2 minutes of silence in all Mat-Su schools just voted in by the Mat-Su school board.…

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Shorts Episode 2: Pastor Matt’s Sermon on Abortion 7:02

2y ago7:02

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In this short episode Pastor Matt offers his sermon on why Christianity is supportive of abortions and women's rights to make their own healthcare choices.By whatdivinesus

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Episode 17: Hot Topics from the Pulpit 55:22

2y ago55:22

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In this months episode of What Divines Us Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram discuss the controversial topics progressive clergy struggle to give in/on/from the pulpit.By whatdivinesus

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Episode 16: How faith communities approach death 58:56

2y ago58:56

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In this episode Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram share how their faith communities approach death. They discuss their faith's rituals around death and the reasons for them.By whatdivinesus

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Special Episode 15: Roe V. Wade 34:59

2y ago34:59

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Hello Everyone, In this extra special episode of What Divines Us Rabbi Abram interviews Rose O’Hara-Jolley the Alaska State Director of Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates and Ashley Minaei who has years of Public Health experience. They discuss what this leaked draft opinion from the Supreme Court means for the Country and Alaska. If you would l…

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Short Episode 1: Rashi’s ridiculous comment 8:40

2+ y ago8:40

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In our shorts format Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt deliver a sermon they are particularly proud of. This sermon that Rabbi Abram delivered is about a funny comment made by an ancient Bible scholar and how it relates to modern LGBTQ advocacy.By whatdivinesus

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Episode 14: Passover and Easter 56:32

2+ y ago56:32

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In this super hero edition of WDU Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt argue about Batman, but agree that Spiderman is pretty cool. They also teach other a few things about Passover and Easter. Finally they discuss value of prayer at football games.By whatdivinesus

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Episode 13: Introvert vs. Extrovert 54:04

2+ y ago54:04

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In this episode Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram begin by debating the religious implications of a Catholic priest incorrectly baptizing parishioners by mistaking one word. Next Pastor Matt teaches Rabbi Abram what Lent means for Christians. Rabbi Abram then explains to Pastor Matt the difference between people who are Introverts and Extroverts includin…

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Episode 12: Modern Anti-Semitism 55:32

2+ y ago55:32

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In this month's episode Rabbi Abram discusses with Pastor Matt modern examples of Anti-Semitism including the events at Colleyville, Texas, the banning of Maus, and the views of a local politician. However on a lighter note Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram begin the podcast by reflecting on religion in space also called Astrotheology.…

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Episode 11:Holiday Episode 51:20

2+ y ago51:20

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In this special Holiday Episode of What Divines Us, Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram discuss Christmas and Hanukkah and offer useful tips on spelling Hanukkah.By whatdivinesus

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Episode 10: Separation of Church and State 49:20

2+ y ago49:20

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In this Episode Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram discuss what the separation of Church and State, or Faith and State as they call it, means for them. Then Pastor Matt describes what its like for a Facebook post to go viral. Also What Divines Us won an award!By whatdivinesus

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Episode 9: Religion and Science 40:08

2+ y ago40:08

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In this episode Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram answer a question from Matt's mom, "How does matrilineal descent work in Judaism?" Then they have a discussion on the role science plays in religion. They conclude with a follow up of on the event they organized called Anchorage Unites for Remembrance and Hope event which was a memorial for those who died…

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Episode 8: A guide to apologizing 51:28

3y ago51:28

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In Episode 8 of What Divines Us Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram introduce a new segment called "Questions from our moms." Matt and Abram offer directions on making an apology that offers real reconciliation in Religious Toolbox. For Pop Theology Rabbi Abram finds himself in a local and national conversation on anti-Semitism and discusses his conversati…

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Episode 7: The values of Faith communities 45:54

3y ago45:54

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In Episode 7 Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt are excited to invite a guest host, Pastor Joel Kiekintveld Co-Director of the Urban Training Collaborative and host of the podcast, The Anchored City. https://anchoredcity.podbean.com For Religion 101 they discuss the values of faith communities. In Religious Toolbox Pastor Matt, Pastor Joel, and Rabbi Abra…

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Episode 6: Sermons and the Equality Act 1:01:29

3y ago1:01:29

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In this episode of What Divines Us Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt discuss their own sermon process for Religion 101. In their Pop Theology segment they talk about Sermon Gate and "argue" over the problems of plagiarized sermons. For their final segment Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram offer some religious pointers in favor of the Equality Act in their Reli…

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Episode 5: Counter Speech 56:31

3y ago56:31

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In this episode of What Divines Us Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt talk about their religion's definition of The Bible in Religion 101. In Pop Theology they argue whether the Constitution should be printed in the Bible. Finally in their new segment, Religious Toolbox, they discuss the value of Counter Speech when encountering acts of hate.…

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Episode 4: Civil Religion 1:08:20

3y ago1:08:20

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In this episode Rabbi Abram and Reverend Matt argue over the dangers and benefits of civil religion. They also add a new segment called religious toolbox where Matt offers Christian tools on why one should get vaccinated.By whatdivinesus

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Episode 3: Ritual 1:01:34

3y ago1:01:34

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In this month's episode of WDU Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram look at ritual. In Religion 101 they talk about the value of ritual in their faith communities. In Stray Dogma they discuss the problematic parts of ritual. In Pop Theology Rabbi Abram shows Pastor Matt how powerful ritual can be in a non-religious context with the infertility community…

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Episode 2: The vocabulary of our faith communities 58:45

3+ y ago58:45

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In this episode Pastor Matt Shultz and Rabbi Abram Goodstein discuss what vocabulary new members of their faith community will hear in their Religion 101 segment. In Stray Dogma they talk about how clergy should not be seen as holier than thou. For Pop Theology, they discuss the results of the 2018 PEW study on religion.…

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Episode 1: What to expect from our faith communities 1:02:50

3+ y ago1:02:50

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This month Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram talk about what newcomers can expect from their faith communities, what newcomers should watch out for, and Bruce Springsteen's Superbowl commercial.By whatdivinesus

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FREE readings with Christine and Pia "Kiss Me I'm Psychic Radio" 1:36:00

7+ y ago1:36:00

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FREE Readings tonight join Christine and Pia corda for free readings. Both Psychic Christine and Pia do phone readings as well as email. Both are Reiki practicionors and do energy work. Join them tonight for free readings. We thank you for your support on Patreon. https://patreon.com/preview/9209a4ea690f47ea8ea51697c3e9e0a0…

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TWIH Episode 81: Planting the Church Unusual with Darnell Fennell #radicalinclusion #blacklivesmatter 43:19

8y ago43:19

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This episode we welcome Darnell Fennell, the founding pastor of Just Love, a radically inclusive church plant in Houstan, TX. We discuss what it’s like to create an inclusive church in an area that is seen as more conservative to the wider progressive community. What does it mean to be “church” and what are the difficulties in starting a new church…

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TWIH Episode 80: Learning from Where You're At with Pat Mosley #hb2 44:50

8y ago44:50

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In this episode we talk with Pat Mosley, a Gardnerian witch in North Carolina. We talk about how Wicca takes on the culture of where it’s at, and how it’s not that much of a stretch for people to be multi-faith practitioners. Pat discusses his coven, Granny Magick, and his involvement in CUUPs. We also talk politics and #HB2 (also known as the “bat…

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TWIH Episode 79: The Needles and the Compassion Done with Denise Cicuto #orlando 47:17

8y ago47:17

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Denise Cicuto returns in this episode to talk about her call to study acupuncture through a visitation by Kuan Yin. We talk about her journey, not only through acupuncture school, but her spiritual journey with Kuan Yin and her current studies of the spiritual side of acupuncture . We also discuss the nature of Kuan Yin, and how compassion isn’t ne…

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TWIH Episode 78: The Magick of Pagan Music with Sharon Knight 48:32

8y ago48:32

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After a brief TWIH hiatus, we return with our guest Sharon Knight, a pagan musician who does both solo work and plays as a group with her partner Winter in Pandemonaeon. We talk about the art of performing, the magickal experience of being on stage, the future and past of pagan music, and how music influences her work, both spiritually and professi…

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TWIH Episode 77: The Politics of the Body with Irene McCalphin 52:49

8y ago52:49

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Irene McCalphin joins us this week to talk about the intersections of fat liberation and marginalization. Why is it important to have representation in spiritual imagery, both in regards to race and body size? Why is the language of our rituals important? How can we move through learning about these issues of marginalization and come to a place whe…

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TWIH Episode 76: Being Heathen with Cara Freyasdaughter 45:48

8+ y ago45:48

45:48

In this episode, we talk to Cara Freyasdaughter, where we discuss her journey to Heathenism, her introduction to Freya and Freyr, and some of the issues that are challenging modern Heathenism. What are CUUPs and ADF? What does the lore say about racism and other issues that have been being dealt with within the Heathen community? Cara Freyasdaughte…

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TWIH Episode 75: Called by Kali with Chandra Alexandre 42:58

8+ y ago42:58

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In this episode we talk to Dr. Chandra Alexandre about her journey with Kali Ma and her experiences with the Divine Female. Not only through her travels and learning in India, and her current work in the Bay Area. What is Tantra and the SHARANYA practice? Why is daily practice important and how do you keep up a daily practice? How do we approach th…

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TWIH Episode 74: The Polytheist Death Guild with Rebbeca Lynn Scott 44:31

8+ y ago44:31

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In this episode we talk about death and dying with Rebecca Lynn Scott, founder of the Polytheist Death Guild. She talks about her own experiences that lead her to creating the Guild and the importance and necessity of death rituals in our society. How do we talk about death in our society? How are we able to express grief? Do pagans (of any traditi…

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TWIH Episode 73: Paganism and Shinto with Megan Manson 43:34

8+ y ago43:34

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This week we talk to Megan Manson, a pagan who also practices Shinto, the indigenous religion of Japan. Megan talks about her path to Shinto, some of the history of Shinto and how it relates to the other religions practiced in Japan. We also talk about how religion co-exists together in Japan and how it differs from how religions get along in the W…

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TWIH Episode 72: Honoring Death with Robin Griffith 53:16

8+ y ago53:16

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Robin Lynn Griffith joins me in this episode to talk about death and dying. Both of us are called to minister to the dying and while, for the two of us, this is a normal process, for most people in our culture, death is something you just don’t talk about. Why does our society tend to try and banish the idea of death? Why are we so afraid of someth…

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TWIH Episode 71: Creating Interfaith Families with Rabbi Mychal Copeland 1:01:16

8+ y ago1:01:16

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In this episode of TWIH we talk to Rabbi Mychal Copeland, editor of “Struggling in Good Faith: LGBTQI Inclusion from 13 American Religious Perspectives” and Director of InterfaithFamily/Bay Area. We talk about her decision to go to rabbinical school, the varied interpretations of the bible, and how to navigate being part of an interfaith couple. Ho…

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TWIH Episode 70: Hospitality and Sacrifice in Asatru with Alf Herigstad 49:56

8+ y ago49:56

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Heathenry is going through a difficult stage in it’s evolution, especially lately. In this episode, we talk to Alf Herigstad founder of the Hawk’s Hearth Kindred, about his tradition of heathenry and the various issues that are important in heathenry today. What is heathenry? Why is there racism in heathenry? What are people doing about it? What do…

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