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Hello and welcome to The Sanctuary. It's a podcast where we discuss good booze and the good book. I'm the theologian Dan Robb and he's the brewmaster Mark Wadsworth. Dan has over 17 years of experience in youth ministry and Mark has over 15 years experience in brewing beer. We share our insights into brew and the Bible. We hope you enjoy, cheers. If you have comments, questions, or suggestions please reach out to us at contact@sanctuarybb.org. We look forward to hearing from you.
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The Non-Prophets

Atheist Community of Austin

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And we are The Non-Prophets!... airing on the first and third Sunday of every month, starting at 3:00 PM Central (01:30-03:00 UTC) on our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thenonprophetsaca. The Non-Prophets focuses on atheism and the separation of church and state. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-non-prophets--3254964/support.
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What does it profit a man to gain the whole world and lose his soul? Spoiler alert: Nothing. This bible verse has endured over the centuries as a reminder that we can't put our price tag on what matters most. Yet, time and again, businesses have put profits above all -- leading our world to the brink of a climate catastrophe, an inequality crisis, and the greatest extinction of other creatures since the dinosaurs (except this time, the meteor is us). Can we align growing returns with the gre ...
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Texas pastor fined after illegally using church donations to boost his city council campaign Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on JULY 11, 2024 https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/texas-pastor-fined-after-illegally In an unprecedented move, a Texas pastor and two churches have been fined by the Texas Ethics Commission for violating state election la…
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Floresville ISD debates random drug testing for middle, high school extracurriculars San Antonio Express News, By Melissa Manno, on June 24, 2024 https://www.expressnews.com/news/education/article/floresville-isd-considers-random-drug-testing-19508797.php?sid=6628c885020c5168ed00c05 The debate over implementing random drug testing for approximately…
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Welcome to the Sanctuary, a podcast about booze and the Bible. Today, Dan the Theologian and Mark the Brewmaster have the pleasure of sampling Roadhouse Coffee Stout by Martin House Brewing of Fort Worth, Texas. Next the guys discuss the connections between circumcision and baptism. We are interested in your opinion. If you have questions or commen…
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Oklahoma orders schools to teach the Bible 'immediately' BBC News, By Bernd Debusmann Jr, on June 29, 2024 https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjk35vv2ryjo In this segment discussing Oklahoma's recent educational policy changes, the focus is on Ryan Walters, the school superintendent, who has mandated integrating Bible studies into the state's classr…
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Religious leader wants to display Indian scriptures in Louisiana public classrooms WGNO ABC, By Keymonte Avery, on June 24, 2024 https://wgno.com/news/politics/louisiana-politics/religious-leader-wants-to-display-indian-scriptures-in-louisiana-public-classrooms/ Indians seek display of Gita verses along with Ten Commandments in Louisiana schools - …
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Civil religion as a gateway to Christian nationalism Religion News Service, By Beau Underwood and Brian Kaylor, on June 25, 2024 https://religionnews.com/2024/06/25/civil-religion-as-a-gateway-to-christian-nationalism/ The discussion begins by questioning the significance of Christianity in American life. Historically, politics and Christianity wer…
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How a Network of Nonprofits Enriches Fundraisers While Spending Almost Nothing on Its Stated Causes ProPublica, By Ellis Simani, on June 18, 2024 https://www.propublica.org/article/political-nonprofits-fundraising-ftc-irs-527s-pacs A network of connected political nonprofits, such as the American Breast Cancer Coalition and National Coalition for D…
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Welcome to the Sanctuary, a podcast about booze and the Bible. Today, Dan the Theologian and Mark the Brewmaster take a daring dive into the Chamois Salty Lady Gose beer made by Martin House Brewing of Fort Worth, Texas. Next the guys discuss the significance of Communion, also called the Lord’s Supper. We are interested in your opinion. If you hav…
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Robert Morris warned sex abuse accuser she could be prosecuted for seeking compensation, emails show NBC News, By Mike Hixenbaugh, on June 21,2024 https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/robert-morris-gateway-church-sex-abuse-emails-rcna158349 In a recent episode of unsettling church misconduct, Robert Morris, a prominent church leader, has been accus…
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They took part in Apache ceremonies. Their schools expelled them for satanic activities The Guardian, By Nicolle Okoren, on June 24, 2024 https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-interactive/2024/jun/24/apache-students-school-reservation The podcast episode delves into the persistent and evolving issues surrounding the treatment of Indigenous people …
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The Supreme Court upholds a gun control law intended to protect domestic violence victims AP NEWS, By Mark Sherman, on June 21, 2024 https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-guns-domestic-violence-d63ee828e51911cc5e5a01780820f224 In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court upheld a federal gun control law designed to protect victims of domestic viole…
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19% of U.S. adults report frequently or always feeling lonely, new Yahoo/YouGov poll finds. Here's why — and which age group is affected most. Yahoo Life, By Erica L. Green, on May 20, 2024 https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/19-of-us-adults-report-frequently-or-always-feeling-lonely-new-yahooyougov-poll-finds-heres-why--and-which-age-group-is-affected…
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Welcome to the Sanctuary, a podcast about booze and the Bible. Today, Dan the Theologian and Mark the Brewmaster wet their whistles with the very tasty Yeti Barrel Aged Stout from Great Divide Brewing of Denver, Colorado. Next the guys discuss the Biblical origen story and talk about how it sets the record straight when compared to Babylonian origi…
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Justice Alito Caught on Tape Discussing How Battle for America ‘Can’t Be Compromised’ Rolling Stone, By Tessa Stuart and Tim Dickinson , on June 10, 2024 https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/samuel-alito-supreme-court-justice-recording-tape-battle-1235036470/ The recent Rolling Stone article featuring a recording of Supreme Court…
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Senate GOP blocks bill to guarantee access to IVF nationwide CNN Politics, By Clare Foran and Ted Barrett, on June 13, 2024 https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/13/politics/senate-ivf-bill-vote/index.html The recent Senate vote blocking a bill to secure nationwide access to in-vitro fertilization (IVF) has sparked a heated debate, exposing deep political an…
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New law requires all Louisiana public school classrooms to display the Ten Commandments AP News, By Sara Cline, on June 19, 2024 https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-ten-commandments-displayed-classrooms-571a2447906f7bbd5a166d53db005a62 In a foolish move that has reignited the perennial debate between church and state, Louisiana has mandated that t…
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The story behind Poland's EU-protected croissant RTE, By Charlotte Ryan, on June 11, 2024 https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/travel/2024/0611/1454133-the-story-behind-polands-eu-protected-croissant/ In a picturesque recounting of St. Martin's Croissant, the narrative unfolds in Pnan, Poland, a city not merely dubbed "Potato Land" but also celebrated for …
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Welcome to the Sanctuary, a podcast about booze and the Bible. Today, Dan the Theologian and Mark the Brewmaster are honored with the opportunity to sample a 2017 vintage Dark Star Ale from Fremont Brewing. Then the guys chat with their special guest theologian Jeremy Myers about what “dead” means when you see it in the Bible. We are interested in …
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A blind woman was kicked out of a Texas church for bringing a service dog with her The Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on June 10, 2024 https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/a-blind-woman-was-kicked-out-of-a In a recent incident in Texas, a Christian church's decision to deny entry to a blind woman accompanied by her service dog has sparked controve…
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Bible-Infused Curriculum Sparks Texas-Sized Controversy Over Christianity in the Classroom The 74, By Linda Jacobson , on June 7, 2024 https://www.the74million.org/article/bible-infused-curriculum-sparks-texas-sized-controversy-over-christianity-in-the-classroom/ In a controversial move, Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath has introduced a new…
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Southern Baptists are poised to ban churches with women pastors. Some are urging them to reconsider AP News, By Peter Smith, on June 6, 2024 https://apnews.com/article/religion-southern-baptists-women-pastors-saddleback-3b40fd925377a9e3aa2ecb4a4072a4a6 The Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) has stirred controversy by reinforcing its ban on women ser…
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If Oklahoma allows Bible class 'released time,' Satanists are eager to pounce The Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on June 6th, 2024 https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/if-oklahoma-allows-bible-class-released In the latest episode of "The Non-Prophets," the discussion focuses on the implications of Oklahoma House Bill 1425. This bill mandates publi…
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Welcome to the Sanctuary, a podcast about booze and the Bible. Today, Dan the Theologian and Mark the Brewmaster taste the special imperial stout Acheron from Martin House Brewing of Fort Worth Texas. While sampling the beer, the guys talk about what the Bible tells us of the mysterious Nimrod. Did he build the Tower of Babel? We are interested in …
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Idaho Graduate Gives Superintendent Copy of 'The Handmaid's Tale' After Book Censorship People, By Carly Tagen-Dye, on May 31, 2024 https://people.com/idaho-graduate-gives-superintendent-copy-of-the-handmaid-s-tale-after-book-censorship-8656592 In Idaho's West Ada School District, a recent high school graduate sparked significant controversy by ope…
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Mark Driscoll Is Praying For Rapture Before Election Day Patheos, By Shawn Paul Wood, on June 5, 2024 https://www.patheos.com/blogs/closetohome/2024/06/mark-driscoll-is-praying-for-rapture-before-election-day/ In a provocative move, Pastor Mark Driscoll of Trinity Church in Scottsdale, Arizona, has resorted to a dramatic plea: praying for Armageddo…
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How many churches use background checks? Baptist Standard, By Bob Smietana, on May 20, 2024 https://www.baptiststandard.com/news/faith-culture/how-many-churches-use-background-checks/ SBC abuse reform task force ends its work with no names on database and no long-term planReligion News Service, By Bob Smietana, on June 4, 2024 https://religionnews.…
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Catholic bishop blesses newly out trans man who serves as a church “hermit” LGBTQ Nation, By John Russell , on May 26, 2024 https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2024/05/catholic-bishop-blesses-newly-out-trans-man-who-serves-as-a-church-hermit/ In this segment we delve into the paradoxical plight faced by individuals straddling their LGBTQ identity and their…
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Welcome to the Sanctuary, a podcast about booze and the Bible. Today, Dan the Theologian and Mark the Brewmaster take a walk on the cryptic side by sampling the Mexican Chocolate Yeti from Great Divide Brewery of Denver, Colorado. While sampling the beer, the guys dig into what the Bible tells us about Gehenna. Is Gehenna actually Hell, or does it …
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Opinion: I’m a Catholic bishop who has found an ally in Bill Maher CNN, By Bishop Robert Barron, on May 28, 2024 https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/28/opinions/catholic-bishop-found-an-ally-in-bill-maher-barron/index.html In this segment, the hosts delve into an op-ed discussing the intriguing shift in comedian Bill Maher's comedic focus over the years. I…
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Florida civics teachers are still being indoctrinated with Christian Nationalism Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on MAY 29, 2024 https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/florida-civics-teachers-are-still?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=oa4eg&triedRedirect=true Governor DeSantis' program is part of a broader effort to reshape the educational lands…
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Texas’ governor is spending millions & using anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric to defund public education LGBTQ Nation, By Daniel Villarreal , on May 24, 2024 https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2024/05/texas-governor-is-spending-millions-using-anti-lgbtq-rhetoric-to-defund-public-education/ In Texas, Governor Greg Abbott is promoting a school voucher program to redire…
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Florida lab-grown meat ban: DeSantis says it protects beef industry USA Today, By Ana Goñi-Lessan, Dan Rorabaugh and Mike Snider, on May 5, 2024 https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/food/2024/05/05/florida-lab-grown-meat-ban/73569976007/ Today's spotlight falls on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, a figure who seems to have a knack for stirring up co…
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Welcome to the Sanctuary, a podcast about booze and the Bible. Today, Dan the Theologian and Mark the Brewmaster dive into the Britt’s Brew Pumpkin Ale from Save The World Brewery of Marble Falls, Texas. While sampling the beer, the guys address several questions sent in by listeners relating to the Book of Genesis. We are interested in your opinio…
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Harrison Butker speech: The biggest mistake he made in his controversial commencement comments CNN, By AJ Willingham, on May 17, 2024 https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/16/sport/harrison-butker-commencement-speech-analysis-cec/index.html In this episode we confront the unsettling reality of misogyny through the lens of one individual: Harrison Butker. Ami…
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MN lawmaker: Public schools engage in 'censorship' by not teaching Creationism The Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on May 07, 2024 https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/mn-lawmaker-public-schools-engage In this episode the hosts discuss a heated debate over an education bill in Minnesota, introduced by Republican State Senator Glenn Grunhagen. The b…
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A GOP school board member tried to ban a student's art for being 'offensive' to Christians The Advocate Mag, By Ryan Adamczeski, on May 9, 2024 https://www.advocate.com/news/virginia-augusta-school-board-gay-art The panel delved into the story of Abby Driscoll, a queer student at Fort Defiance High School in Virginia, whose artwork sparked signific…
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What do assisted dying, assisted suicide and euthanasia mean and what is the law? BBC.com, By BBC News, on March 24, 2024 https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-47158287 Assisted dying, a deeply sensitive and contentious topic, has been gaining attention as several regions in the UK consider legal changes that would allow terminally ill individuals to end the…
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Welcome to the Sanctuary, a podcast about booze and the Bible. Today, Dan the Theologian and Mark the Brewmaster sample the Morning Venom Milk Stout from Barking Armadillo of Georgetown, Texas. While sampling the beer, the guys tackle the thorny Biblical topic of predestination. We are interested in your opinion. If you have questions or comments, …
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Texas superintendent resigns after trans student’s removal from ‘Oklahoma!’ NBC News, By Jo Yurcaba, on May 2, 2024 https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/texas-superintendent-resigns-trans-students-removal-oklahoma-rcna150479 In a significant turn of events at the Sherman Independent School District in Texas, Superintendent Tyson Bennett resigne…
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Unlicensed teachers now dominate new teacher hires in rural Texas schools San Antonio News, By James P. Van Overschelde, on May 6, 2024 https://www.mysanantonio.com/news/article/unlicensed-teachers-now-dominate-new-teacher-19441399.php In recent developments, Texas schools have increasingly turned to unlicensed teachers to address the growing short…
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Justice Alito warns of declining support for freedom of speech on college campuses NBC News, By Lawrence Hurley, on May 11, 2024 https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/supreme-court/justice-alito-warns-declining-support-freedom-speech-college-campuses-rcna151817 In a recent commencement speech at Franciscan University of Steubenville, Justice Samuel Alit…
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