Best Roberto Che Espinoza Podcasts (2024)

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It’s All Gonna Be Okay (Series Finale) 1:35:36

7M ago1:35:36

1:35:36

Well they say all rotten things must come to an end. In this final episode, I have a laid back conversation with my friend, the Pastor of Pump himself, Danny Prada. We talk about our respective journeys, how we have grown as individuals, how DRCK has impacted our lives, and how we feel as it all comes to a close. From the bottom of my heart, thank …

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What I Wish I Knew About Deconstruction 2:07:34

8M ago2:07:34

2:07:34

On this, second to last DRCK episode, I had the privilege of hanging out with my friend Janice (God Has Not Given! Bad Words! General Menace!) , and new friend Tim (The New Evangelicals!). We discuss the things we would go back and tell ourselves about our personal deconstruction journeys– the good, the bad, the dogmatic. We also discuss platform c…

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Ever Becoming with Dr. Roberto Che Espinoza 1:09:23

1y ago1:09:23

1:09:23

This week I had the privilege of chatting with friend of the show and friend of mine, theologian and author Dr. Roberto Che Espinoza (Body Becoming! Activist Theology!). We have a laid back conversation about rest, embodiment, finding the third way and taking time to dream about the world we wish to see. I also go on a mild rant about being funempl…

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Pleasure Practice with Portia Brown 1:14:58

1y ago1:14:58

1:14:58

This week I had the privilege of speaking with sex educator and sex empowerment coach Portia Brown (Froetic Sexology!) . We discuss her upbringing in evangelical spaces, the ways she subverted the sex scripts she was handed, and the deliberate pursuit of pleasure practices. TIMESTAMPS: Interview - 5:04 Post Interview - 52:09 Sip, Smoke, Read - 57:3…

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Dirty Rotten Missions Trips with Kevin Garcia and Mason Mennenga 1:42:47

1y ago1:42:47

1:42:47

This week we’re talking about missions! My co-hosts for this episode are podcasters, writers, and friends Kevin Garcia (Bad Theology Kills! A Tiny Revolution!) and Mason Mennenga (A People’s Theology! The Black Sheep Podcast!). Together we unpack our experiences with short term mission trips, the ideas and doctrines that informed so many of them, a…

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Proof of Life with Joy Oladokun 1:19:48

1+ y ago1:19:48

1:19:48

This week, I have the absolute privilege of speaking with songwriter, producer, genius Joy Oladokun. We discuss their upbringing in Christian spaces, stepping into truth and the creative journey. We discuss her new album, Proof of Life, the songwriting and creative process, and the art of sifting through faith traditions to find the goodness. We al…

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Professional Christian with Sarah Heath and Justin Gentry 2:02:29

1+ y ago2:02:29

2:02:29

On this episode, I have the privilege of chatting with podcast hosts Sarah Heath and Justin Gentry (REVcovery!). We talk about what it was Iike deconstructing while in full time ministry, the struggles of making significant career changes, and the impostor syndrome that comes along with it. We also discuss what we have found that brings joy on the …

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Finitude, Gratitude, and Presence with Holly Laurent 1:19:59

1+ y ago1:19:59

1:19:59

This week I have the absolute pleasure of chatting with podcaster, writer, and performer Holly Laurent (MEGA The Podcast!). We talk about her upbringing in evangelical spaces, and the faith change that ultimately led to Mega The Podcast. We talk about humor, creativity, walking the fine line of familiar and unfamiliar, and finding the lovely things…

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Power Over Piety with Brad Onishi 1:22:30

1+ y ago1:22:30

1:22:30

For the first episode of the season, I chat with podcaster, author, and academic Brad Onishi (Straight White American Jesus!). We discuss his upbringing as a Japanese American within evangelicalism, the origins of extremist Christian nationalism and what comes next, his new book, and I have a big announcement to make about this season! Learn more a…

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Interview with Dr. Roberto Che Espinoza 1:08:15

1+ y ago1:08:15

1:08:15

Chris interviews Dr. Roberto Che Espinoza, and they talk about what it means to get curious about ourselves, the journey that is becoming, and tending to our wounds. Find Roberto Che Espinoza's work at robertoche.com. Contact Chris at chrisfurr.com. The Straight White Male podcast is recorded at Arbor Ridge Studios in Chapel Hill, NC and produced b…

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Interview with Melissa Florer-Bixler 1:09:40

1+ y ago1:09:40

1:09:40

Chris talks with Melissa Florer-Bixler about patriarchy, who bears the burden of unity in our communities, and what it might mean for communion to fail. Find Melissa's work at melissaflorerbixler.com. Contact Chris at chrisfurr.com. The Straight White Male podcast is recorded at Arbor Ridge Studios in Chapel Hill, NC and produced by Jeff Crawford. …

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Interview with Rev. Trey Ferguson 1:02:27

1+ y ago1:02:27

1:02:27

Chris talks with Pastor Trey Ferguson about whiteness, the Jesus we don't recognize, and when material privilege is spiritual death. Find Trey on Substack at pastortreyr05.substack.com and on Twitter at @PastorTrey05. Contact Chris at chrisfurr.com. The Straight White Male podcast is recorded at Arbor Ridge Studios in Chapel Hill, NC and produced b…

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Interview with Rev. Erin Wathen 57:04

1+ y ago57:04

57:04

Listen as Chris sits down with friend, colleague and author Erin Wathen. Chris and Erin talk about the patriarchy, why churches led by women often thrive, and the festering wound of toxic masculinity. Find Erin's books and blog at irreverin.com and contact Chris at chrisfurr.com The Straight White Male podcast is recorded at Arbor Ridge Studios in …

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Interview with Rev. Dr. Ben Boswell 1:20:05

1+ y ago1:20:05

1:20:05

Chris talks with author and pastor of Myers Parkk Baptist Church in Charlotte, Rev. Dr. Ben Boswell. Chris and Ben talk about the hold whiteness has on our lives and on our churches and what it takes for leaders to confront it. Find out more about Ben and get his new curriculum, Confronting Whiteness, at revbenboswell.com…

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Heal Your Way Forward w/ Myisha T Hill 51:40

1+ y ago51:40

51:40

Becka, Tommy, and Olivia welcome back to the podcast, author, speaker, and founder of Check Your Privilege, Myisha T Hill. Their conversation is full of laughter, wisdom, and insights on Myisha's last work, Heal Your Way Forward: The Co-Conspirator's Guide to an Antiracist Future. https://www.myishathill.com For more information on this episode and…

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Recentering with Lucy Dacus 1:23:10

1+ y ago1:23:10

1:23:10

It’s the last DRCK of 2022! What a year it has been. I’m wrapping it all up with singer/musician/producer Lucy Dacus! We talk about her upbringing within a cerebral evangelicalism, VBS, Purity Culture, and unravelling what she was handed. We also talk about her latest full length, this year’s EP, her creative process and ways in how she has found c…

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We Have Each Other with Jon Huertas 1:18:43

1+ y ago1:18:43

1:18:43

This week I got to chat with actor, director and writer Jon Huertas (This is Us! Castle! Sabrina the Teenage Witch!). We talked about his upbringing within the catholic church, moving out of religious spaces to nontheism, and reasons he let go of the dogma he was handed to instead embrace belief in humanity. We also talk about creativity, the hard …

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Not Even A Hint with Blair @TalkPurityToMe 1:40:50

1+ y ago1:40:50

1:40:50

This week we’re talking purity! This week’s guest co-host is Blair from TalkPurityToMe–we discuss growing up in house churches, and some of the ways we were taught about purity and modesty, as well as some of the ways we are still feeling the aftermath. We also hear stories from the Bad Apples. Brought to you by Date Me Jesus Timestamps: Date Me Je…

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BONUS PATREON EPISODE: Meet Producer Delbreezy! 1:12:32

1+ y ago1:12:32

1:12:32

On this off-week I wanted to give you bad apples a sneak peak at the Patreon episodes and introduce my friend and new producer/editor, Joshua Delbridge aka Delbreezy! We talk about his backstory, being queer in evangelical spaces, and how we met. We also sip, smoke and read together. Enjoy! Interview 1:42 Sip, Smoke Read 53:05 Irreverent Media Grou…

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Human Overboard with Rhett McLaughlin 1:23:41

1+ y ago1:23:41

1:23:41

This week I had the chance to chat with comedian, podcaster, author, director and musician Rhett McLaughlin (Rhett and Link! Good Mythical Morning! James and the Shame!). We talk about his upbringing in church, deconstructing while in the public eye, and creating therapeutic music. He also answers some questions from the bad apples. Brought to you …

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Blab it and Grab it with Tori Williams Douglass 1:55:37

1+ y ago1:55:37

1:55:37

This week we talk prosperity! My guest cohost is podcaster, speaker, author and friend Tori Williams Douglass (White Homework! Go Home Bible You're Drunk!). Together we unpack the health and wealth gospel. We discuss how we were brought up in that theology, the harm it causes and how we unlearn some of the language on the other side. We also answer…

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Disembodiment and Our Body Politic (LIVE) w/ Dr. Roberto Che Espinoza and Rev. Anna Golladay 1:47:37

2y ago1:47:37

1:47:37

Tommy and Becka are joined by Dr. Roberto Che Espinoza and Rev. Anna Golladay for Permission To Be’s very first LIVE and collaborative podcast. Their conversation envelops embodiment, presence, and Dr. Roberto's latest book, Body Becoming: A Path to Liberation. This conversation is also the final episode in the PTB current series of conversations, …

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Interview with Romal Tune 54:59

2y ago54:59

54:59

Chris talks with Romal Tune, speaker, social entrepreneur and author of the book "I Wish My Dad: The Power of Vulnerable Conversations Between Fathers and Sons" about masculinity that doesn't serve us well, parenting with love and gentleness--and therapy. The Straight White Male podcast explores issues of race, gender, sexuality, faith and identity…

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Safe, Certain and Secure with Phil Drysdale 1:38:43

2y ago1:38:43

1:38:43

This week I got to chat with podcaster, writer, speaker, researcher and community organizer Phil Drysdale (The Deconstruction Network! The Phil Drysdale Show!). We discuss his upbringing as a church kid in the UK, how his faith changed and the work he has been doing within the deconstruction space. We talk about some of his research findings, commo…

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Interview with Rev. Dr. Katie Hays 57:48

2y ago57:48

57:48

Chris talks with Rev. Dr. Katie Hays, pastor and planter of Galileo Church and author about LGBTQ+ affirming spaces, overcoming the confining nature of Christian patriarchy, and the kind of community that sets everyone free. The Straight White Male podcast explores issues of race, gender, sexuality, faith and identity. Visit www.chrisfurr.com for m…

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Interview with Rev. Terri Hord Owens 1:04:28

2y ago1:04:28

1:04:28

Chris interviews the General Minister and President of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Rev. Terri Hord Owens. They discuss the experiences that shaped Terri, challenging times for church leaders, and the kinds of renewal that might help us move toward a more hopeful future. The Straight White Male podcast explores issues of race, gender…

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Time, Talent and Mostly Treasures with Janice Lagata 1:48:54

2y ago1:48:54

1:48:54

Dirty Rotten Church Kids is back and this week I have the pleasure of bringing back podcaster, general menace and friend Janice Lagata (God Has Not Given!) This week we talked about passing the plate--how we were brought up learning about tithing, ways in which church taught us about possessions and how we approached tithing during our faith change…

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Interview with Zack Hunt 1:00:44

2y ago1:00:44

1:00:44

Chris talks with writer, blogger and Twitter ninja Zack Hunt about his online presence, his passion for re-claiming the Bible as a book for exploration, and being a straight white male whose faith informs a desire for justice. The Straight White Male podcast explores issues of race, gender, sexuality, faith and identity. Visit www.chrisfurr.com for…

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Interview with Matthias Roberts 53:51

2y ago53:51

53:51

Chris interviews therapist and theologian Matthias Roberts, and they discuss Anti-LGBTQ+ bias, the role of the Church, and the posture of straight folks who want to be allies and partners in working for justice. The Straight White Male podcast explores issues of race, gender, sexuality, faith and identity. Visit www.chrisfurr.com for more about the…

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SWM Podcast Introduction and Preview 8:06

2y ago8:06

8:06

Listen to this introduction and preview of forthcoming episodes of a new podcast, exploring issues of race, gender, sexuality, faith and identity. Visit www.chrisfurr.com for more about the host (or the book by the same name), and follow Chris on Twitter @revfurr. Recorded and Produced by Jeff Crawford at Arbor Ridge Studios. Music by Josh Kimbroug…

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Do You Want to Be Free? w/ Andre Henry 1:48:01

2y ago1:48:01

1:48:01

Tommy, Olivia, and Becka welcome back writer, musician, and artivist, Andre Henry, to the Permission To Be Podcast. This special edition of the PTB Podcast is filled with deep knowledge on the necessity of unity, conversation about Andre's latest book, "All the White Friends I Couldn't Keep", and an abundance of joy and laughter. You will also have…

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Christians Against Christianity w/ Dr. Obery M. Hendricks, Jr. (Moment of Now Series, Part 2) 1:16:54

2y ago1:16:54

1:16:54

Welcome to the second conversation in our series, "The Moment of Now." Happy Pride Month and Juneteenth! In this episode Tommy, Olivia and Becka talk with Dr. Obery Hendricks. This conversation helps to challenge us as we think about the "Left" and the "Right," as we use these terms to stake out political sides, what are we signaling? What does thi…

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My Body Is Not A Prayer Request w/ Dr. Amy Kenny (Moment of Now Series, Part 1) 1:21:22

2y ago1:21:22

1:21:22

Welcome to our very first conversation in our series, "The Moment of Now." In this Episode Dr. Amy Kenny joins Tommy, Olivia, and Becka for a conversation about Disability Justice and Amy's brand new book, My Body Is Not A Prayer Request. Dr. Amy Kenny is a disabled scholar and a Shakespeare Lecturer who hates Hamlet. Her work has been featured in …

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