Best Mason Mennenga Podcasts (2024)

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Lydia Wylie-Kellermann: How to Raise Children during Climate Change? 1:01:42

3h ago1:01:42

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This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Watch full episodes of A People's Theology: https://www.youtube.com/@APeoplesTheology Mason chats with Lydia Wylie-Kellermann about her new book, This S…

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1946 Documentary Discussion 53:07

1h ago53:07

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In this episode, we share our thoughts on the 1946 documentary, which tells the story of how the word “homosexuality” did not appear in an English Bible until the 1946 Revised Standard Version. With the help of researchers Kathy Baldock (incredible ally!!!) and Ed Oxford, director Rocky Roggio shows how the translation team took two words in Greek …

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Poetry & Christianity Part 1 30:04

7m ago30:04

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Does poetry matter anymore? Why or why not? Over half of the Bible is poetry but in most churches, poems are not integral to how we understand or communicate with God - even though that's one of the primary ways he communicates with us! In this episode we talk about centralism of poetry in the bible, the act of creating art and how art is talked ab…

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Charles Halton: Is Genesis 1 Literal? 1:07:48

5d ago1:07:48

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This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Watch full episodes of A People's Theology: https://www.youtube.com/@APeoplesTheology Mason chats with Charles Halton about if Genesis 1 should be inter…

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Personal Updates and Fundie Snarking 39:41

11d ago39:41

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We are back y’all! And now our podcast has TWO Master’s degrees behind it, bringing theology and social work knowledge to you to help you on your journey of deconstructing faith and living into who God made you to be. In this episode April shares about getting her Master of Arts in Theology and Culture: Community Development, Anna talks about her n…

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Science & Christianity Part II : Dr. Stephen Jeans 1:07:13

21d ago1:07:13

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Dr. Jeans teaches about environmental science, the conditions of planet Earth that are understood through the fields of geology and physical geography, and what people learn from exploring the matter of space and associated phenomena of the universe through the field of astronomy. He practices at several universities, instructing undergraduates and…

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Jacob Wright: Why Does the Bible Exist? 1:10:38

19d ago1:10:38

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This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Use this link to register for ORTCON 2024 and use the promo code "A People's Theology" to receive $100 off your ticket. Watch full episodes of A People'…

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Science & Christianity : Part 1 38:05

1M ago38:05

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We go through the history of these two frenemies, covering Galileo, Darwin, the four horsemen of atheism, the complexity thesis vs the conflict thesis, and current wedge issues. Then we discuss how we learned about evolution, why science isn't valued in Christianity and vice versa, and if we gotta keep em separated or let them lovingly intertwine. …

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Scott Coley: The Theology of Christian Nationalism 1:15:07

1M ago1:15:07

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This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Use this link to register for ORTCON 2024 and use the promo code "A People's Theology" to receive $100 off your ticket. Watch full episodes of A People'…

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Reconstruction with Mason Mennenga 33:47

2M ago33:47

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We had Mason on to discuss what happens after you deconstruct. Are we re-building? Are we throwing this thing out? Are we letting someone else clean up the mess on Aisle 3? We discuss the hardest stage of the process, whether or not the resurrection was real, what helped Mason in his journey, and why he's never considered walking away from Christia…

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Terry Stokes: What is Christian Anarchism? 1:10:09

2M ago1:10:09

1:10:09

This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Use this link to register for ORTCON 2024 and use the promo code "A People's Theology" to receive $100 off your ticket. Watch full episodes of A People'…

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Fat Acceptance 36:03

2M ago36:03

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TRIGGER WARNING : Fatphobia, eating disorders Part II to our Embodiment Series! Megan interviews Grace Hussey about fatphobia, eating disorders, fat acceptance, setting boundaries, and the healthy at any size movement. Grace Hussey, BSW RSW, MDiv stn., IDCF, is the founder of Graceway Therapy, and Therapist with a 20-year background in addiction an…

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Process(ing) Theology with Mason Mennenga 1:10:02

2M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

In this episode, we have a conversation with theologian, podcaster, YouTuber, and King of #Exvangelical Twitter, Mason Mennenga!! Mason shares about listening to VeggieTales CDs and other typical evangelical kid/teen experiences (conferences, youth group, all the ccm!) he had as the Good Christian Boy. In college, he started researching what the Bi…

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Sarah McCammon: Who are Exvangelicals? 58:32

2M ago58:32

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This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Use this link to register for ORTCON 2024 and use the promo code "A People's Theology" to receive $100 off your ticket. Watch full episodes of A People'…

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Trans Identity, Community, and Being in Solidarity with Dr. Miche van Essen 1:23:06

2M ago1:23:06

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In this episode (despite some technical difficulties on April’s end) we have a conversation with the Co-Executive Director of Operations for Transmission Ministry Collective, Dr. Miche van Essen! Miche shares about her faith journey of growing up Jewish and how she ended up meeting Jesus and became a pastor in an evangelical church. As she was comi…

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Graham Jones: Why Socialists Need Religion 1:10:58

3M ago1:10:58

1:10:58

This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Use this link to register for ORTCON 2024 and use the promo code "A People's Theology" to receive $100 off your ticket. Watch full episodes of A People'…

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Joy is a Spiritual Discipline with Myles Markham 51:31

3M ago51:31

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In this episode, we have a conversation with Myles Markham, a queer and transgender advocate who currently works for Trans Lifeline and serves on the board of directors for Transmission Ministry Collective! Myles shares his journey of growing up in the deep South and how he has expanded his faith over time. We get into some nerdy theological conver…

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Embodiment 37:17

3M ago37:17

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We start off with a few quotes from Hillary McBride and Megan's unpublished literary works (lolol) and then we discuss the divine image in all bodies, positive & negative body image, body dysmorphia, fatphobia, The Whale (DO BETTER, DARREN ARONOFSKY) and our personal journeys with our relationship to our bodies. Our podcast is on hiatus until after…

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Kathy Baldock and Ed Oxford: Why "Homosexuality" is a Mistranslation in the Bible 1:06:41

3M ago1:06:41

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This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Use this link to register for ORTCON 2024 and use the promo code "A People's Theology" to receive $100 off your ticket. Watch full episodes of A People'…

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Sex Toys & the Female Orgasm 43:59

4M ago43:59

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We discuss the history of sex toys, common types of sex toys, myths about sex toys, facts about the female orgasm/how it works, and then we talk about our personal journey with sex toys.By showbizbabypodcast

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Debie Thomas: Why The Diversity of Christianity is Good 57:55

4M ago57:55

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This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Use this link to register for ORTCON 2024 and use the promo code "A People's Theology" to receive $100 off your ticket. Watch full episodes of A People'…

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Horror Movies 42:01

4M ago42:01

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IT'S ALL FOR YOU, DAMIAN!!!!!! Kayte, Megan & special guest Spenny discuss Megan's roman empire, the worst horror movies ever made and the best horror movies ever made, our favourite sub-genres of horror, and the multiple times that Kevin and Jesse scared Megan shitless.By showbizbabypodcast

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We Have So Much in Common with Ashley Wool 1:22:58

4M ago1:22:58

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In this episode, we have a conversation with one of the principal actresses in the Broadway musical How to Dance in Ohio, Ashley Wool! She also happens to be an autistic progressive Christian and a theology nerd, so of course us neurodivergent theater nerds had to invite her to the pod. Ashley shares about becoming a Christian as a young adult and …

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Bruce Reyes-Chow: Christian Beliefs after Deconstruction 1:08:23

4M ago1:08:23

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This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Watch full episodes of A People's Theology: https://www.youtube.com/@APeoplesTheology Mason chats with Bruce Reyes-Chow about his new book, Everything G…

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SOLOMON, the fake-deep pharaoh (with Wes Howard-Brook) 1:12:40

5M ago1:12:40

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We are so freaking back. We're joined by Seattle University professor emeritus Wes Howard-Brook, author of works like Come Out My People: God's Call Out of Empire in the Bible and Beyond, to discuss: King Solomon wasn't actually all that wise ... ... and the cutting-a-baby story isn't about what a great guy he was. In fact, the Bible's authors mean…

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Pornography 39:50

5M ago39:50

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We discuss the history of pornography, its pros and cons, why men watch porn at work, how it was discussed with us growing up in the church, and how we feel about it now.By showbizbabypodcast

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Leaving the Evangelical Basement with Tim Whitaker (The New Evangelicals) 58:25

5M ago58:25

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Note: the dolphin noises that come up in a section of this episode are to take out some identifying information about April’s old church that she doesn’t want made public In this episode, we have a conversation with Tim Whitaker, founder of the non-profit The New Evangelicals, an inclusive, Jesus-centered community that holds space for those margin…

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Taymullah Abdur-Rahman: Islamic Liberation Theology 1:07:10

5M ago1:07:10

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This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Watch full episodes of A People's Theology: https://www.youtube.com/@APeoplesTheology Mason chats with Taymullah Abdur-Rahman about his new book, Americ…

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Teen Missions International (Part II) 1:11:15

5M ago1:11:15

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Part TWO to the Missionary Position! We have Tracy Butcher, our little east coast baby, on the podcast this week to talk about her and Megan's experiences at Teen Missions International. We talk about meeting each other, first impressions, the Lord's Boot Camp, the Ethiopian hotel experience, Harold the Slug, not being a good homeschooled child, mi…

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Finding Your True Self with Kit Sargent 1:12:44

5M ago1:12:44

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In this episode, we have a conversation with LGBTQ+ Mindset Coach and host of the Queer Consciousness Podcast, Kit Sargent! They reflect on their experience of this year’s QCF Conference and talk about their “fundie lite” upbringing (they had a True Love Waits Ring!). We discuss the sexualization of prepubescent girls’ bodies and all the things tha…

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T.C. Moore: Why The Nuclear Family is NOT Christian 1:05:49

5M ago1:05:49

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This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Watch full episodes of A People's Theology: https://www.youtube.com/@APeoplesTheology Mason chats with T.C. Moore about his new book Forged: Following J…

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The Missionary Position : Pt 1 1:18:45

5M ago1:18:45

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Kayte & Megan dive in to discuss short-term and long-term overseas missionary work, the influences of white saviourism & cultural imperialism, the movie Silence (2016), and what we see as the main problems with missionary work. Then we hear from Mike & Amanda of Lehigh Acres FL, two former missionaries who still believe in the importance and goodne…

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Trey Ferguson: Why Everyone is a Theologian 1:04:02

6M ago1:04:02

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This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Watch full episodes of A People's Theology: https://www.youtube.com/@APeoplesTheology Mason chats with Trey Ferguson about his new book, Theologizin' Bi…

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Church Services 33:15

6M ago33:15

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An episode about the wildest things that we've ever witnessed during a church service. Yes, we do mention Scott Pence's laugh. #NeverForget. If you need me, I'll be in the kitchen eating those Roger's sugar cubes.By showbizbabypodcast

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Poetry, Somatics, and God as Mother with Starchild 1:06:26

6M ago1:06:26

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Note: there is discussion of child abuse in this episode In this episode, we have a conversation with our friend Starchild, a queer autistic somatic psychotherapist, poet, musician, mystic, and ex-pastor. Starchild talks about their Southern Baptist upbringing, their journey from autistic Wonder Church Boy to renegade mystic to inclusive orthodox M…

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Kevin Garcia: Spiritual Practices for Ex-Evangelicals 1:09:00

6M ago1:09:00

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This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Watch full episodes of A People's Theology: https://www.youtube.com/@APeoplesTheology Mason chats with Kevin Garcia about their new book, What Makes You…

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David Congdon: What is Christian Universalism? 1:26:49

7M ago1:26:49

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This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Use this link to register for Q Christian Fellowship Conference 2024 and use the discount code "APEOPLESTHEOLOGY" to receive 10% off your ticket. Watch …

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2023 Year-In-Review with QCF Squad (Briana and Artie) 1:48:24

7M ago1:48:24

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In this episode, we reflect upon what’s happened in the faith/religion/spirituality and deconstruction world in 2023 with our dear friends Briana and Artie (who, along with us, make up the QCF Squad group chat). We talk about the Asbury Revival, the Pope’s recent “LGBTQ Blessing” statement, the Ruby Franke case, and the queer Christian music wins (…

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The War on Christmas and Other Bonkers Conspiracy Theories 1:15:03

7M ago1:15:03

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In this episode, we talk about three conspiracy theories that are unfortunately very popular in many Christian communities: The “War on Christmas,” Zionism, and QAnon. While poking fun at the ridiculous nature of these beliefs that are not rooted in reality (Taylor Swift being named TIME person of the year is part of a 2024 election scheme, apparen…

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Carl McColman: What is Christian Mysticism? 1:07:37

7M ago1:07:37

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This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Use this link to register for Q Christian Fellowship Conference 2024 and use the discount code "APEOPLESTHEOLOGY" to receive 10% off your ticket. Watch …

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Pine Ridge Christian Camp 55:09

8M ago55:09

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Kayte & Megan discuss Christian Summer Camp! In Grande Prairie! In the 90s and early 2000s! The pranks, the safety concerns, the crushes, the food, the screaming matches between fifteen year olds, why you shouldn't moon the children, being landlocked, and the lore of Nik the Knife Man.By showbizbabypodcast

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Steven Charleston: Indigenous Wisdom for Surviving the World 1:07:12

8M ago1:07:12

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This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Use this link to register for Q Christian Fellowship Conference 2024 and use the discount code "APEOPLESTHEOLOGY" to receive 10% off your ticket. Watch …

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The Gift of You with Jennifer Knapp 1:12:38

8M ago1:12:38

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In this episode, we have a conversation with Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, author, speaker and LGBTQ+ advocate Jennifer Knapp! Jennifer shares her faith journey, her career in the contemporary Christian music industry, and the burnout that led to her leaving it. She also talks about her coming out journey and the ways she has advocated for LG…

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

8M ago1:35:36

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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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Online Dating 38:45

8M ago38:45

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A very silly episode featuring surprise guest appearances from Henry (a cat), Vincent (another cat), and Dino (a human). We discuss our pet peeves of online dating profiles, a few stories, online dating safety, and Kayte takes Megan's serial killer assessment quiz.By showbizbabypodcast

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Shannon Harris: What Was it Like Being at the Center of Purity Culture? 1:01:14

8M ago1:01:14

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This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Use this link to register for Q Christian Fellowship Conference 2024 and use the discount code "APEOPLESTHEOLOGY" to receive 10% off your ticket. Watch …

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Gender Identity : Pt. II 40:29

8M ago40:29

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TRIGGER WARNING : This episode contains mentions of sexual abuse and transphobia Megan & Kayte sit down with Ocie and Dino to discuss their trans journeys, when they realized their gender identity didn't match their biology, seeking gender-affirming care, and how they navigated the reactions from their churches and families.…

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Food, Body Image, and Communion 1:34:04

8M ago1:34:04

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A note about this episode's content: we discuss disordered eating and body image issues, if you're not in a good place to listen, take care of yourself! During a month where many of us host feasts (that are rooted in a history of colonization), we’re talking about theologies of food, and food ethics. Anna and April share stories of struggling with …

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