Best Peter Kessler Podcasts (2024)

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Episode #447 - "Heavy Refreshments" with Joe Kaye & Evan Kessler 2:04:04

1d ago2:04:04

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In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys are joined by TWO all-time favorite guests, comedians Joe Kaye and Evan Kessler! We kick this one off by drinking an energy drink called "VYBES" made by a tech bro-turned-conspiracy bro. We then read an article from 1897 which details the hilarious and painful "Queer Competitions" being held in Victori…

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Is Church History Repeating Itself? A Bold Look with Elesha Coffman 1:02:19

4d ago1:02:19

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Have you ever wondered if the battles we face in the modern church are just echoes of centuries-old conflicts? In this episode, Loren Richmond Jr. dives deep with Elesha J. Coffman to uncover how the struggles of the past are not only shaping our present but could be setting the stage for the church’s future. Elesha delves into the pivotal events t…

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UNLOCKED: Eric Adams 59:28

9d ago59:28

59:28

New York’s favorite criminal is in the news, so here is our episode about his ridiculous life. To hear all of our bonus episodes, support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IfBooksPodBy Michael Hobbes & Peter Shamshiri

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Glenn Kessler Retire B*tch [TEASER] 36:08

10d ago36:08

36:08

Is fact-checking a legitimate enterprise? Is America's most famous fact-checker nothing more than a dweeb? Michael and Peter discuss. To hear the rest of the episode, support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IfBooksPodBy Michael Hobbes & Peter Shamshiri

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Breaking Eurocentric Norms: Rethinking Religious Leadership with Kristina Lizardy-Hajbi 48:50

11d ago48:50

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In this episode, Loren Richmond Jr. welcomes Rev. Dr. Kristina Lizardy-Hajbi, who delves into her recent research, including the Latino Congregations Trends from the Faith Communities Today (FACT) study and the Exploring the Pandemic Impact on Congregations (EPIC) study. She highlights key findings on the state of Latino congregations in the U.S., …

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Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother 55:37

11d ago55:37

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A memoir about parenting very badly and then getting weirdly defensive when anyone asks you about it. Where to find us: Peter's other podcast, 5-4 Mike's other podcast, Maintenance Phase Sources: Effects of Authoritative Parental Control on Child Behavior, Child Development Types of Parenting Styles and Effects On Children Does “Tiger Parenting” Ex…

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Episode #446 - "Skeleton Crew" with Brandie Posey 1:34:53

12d ago1:34:53

1:34:53

In this episode, Rivers and Sam are so thrilled to be hangin' out with comedian and Burn This Records president, Brandie Posey! We chat about new developments in the oversized Halloween decoration community, the thoroughly strange politics of the second would-be Trump assassin, and the crisis in Colombia over the feral hippos of Pablo Escobar. Bach…

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Megan Bissell on why the Future of Faith is Listening 50:21

18d ago50:21

50:21

In this episode, we explore with Megan Bissell the evolving landscape of American Christianity and how faith communities can adapt to new challenges. We begin by discussing the latest data on "nones" (those with no religious affiliation) and Gen Z, highlighting the need for a shift in thinking within American Christianity. Megan shares why she beli…

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Episode #445 - "Brain Steam" with Peter Skobel & Kevin Anderson 1:46:19

18d ago1:46:19

1:46:19

In this episode, Rivers and Sam are hangin' out at Disgraceland Studios with the comedy superstars of both North and East Hollywoods, Peter Skobel and Kevin Anderson! We kick this one off with an energy drink that purports to have something called "Brain Steam" in it. Then we chat about insane security guard, an "infinite money glitch" that is actu…

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Co-creating Renewal in your church with Rebekah Simon-Peter 48:53

25d ago48:53

48:53

In this episode, Loren Richmond Jr. welcomes Rebekah Simon-Peter, a passionate advocate for reconnecting spiritual leaders with their divine potential to co-create miracles. They discuss the importance of moving beyond mere church attendance to fostering deep spiritual growth and apostleship within congregations. She emphasizes the significance of …

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Episode #444 - "Bowl Full of Happiness" with Erik Barnes 1:48:02

26d ago1:48:02

1:48:02

In thois episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys welcome comedian Erik Barnes back to Disgraceland Studios for the largest amount of fun possible. We kick this one off by drinking an energy drink made by a plane crash survivor called "LUCKY FUCK". We then talk about Erik's new project action figure with genius illustrator David Igo called "MONSTORS!…

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Amanda Udis-Kessler talks Progressive Christian Ethics 51:35

1M ago51:35

51:35

What does it look like to live ethically as a Progressive Christian? In this episode, Amanda Udis-Kessler explores ethics from a Progressive Christian context, emphasizing the importance of loving our enemies and the connection to generosity of spirit as she believes Progressive Christianity is about striving to follow Jesus's path and working towa…

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Episode #443 - "Whale Juice" with John Hastings 1:45:06

1M ago1:45:06

1:45:06

In this episode, Rivers and Sam are hangin' out at Disgraceland Studios with Canada's finest export, comedian John Hastings! We kick this one off by talking about a couple Election 2024-related stories involving Donald Trump selling pieces of his clothing and RFK Jr. sawing the head off of a beached whale. Just normal American stuff! Then we chug 7…

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Yolanda Solomon shares why Discipleship is a Holy Collaboration 50:16

1M ago50:16

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In this episode, Loren Richmond Jr. welcomes Yolanda Solomon, the Director of Discipleship at Epiphany Church in Brooklyn, New York. Yolanda shares her journey in ministry, her love for the Knicks, and the importance of creating a reciprocal discipleship culture within the church. They discuss the challenges of modern discipleship, the pitfalls of …

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Episode #442 - "Democracy Manifest" with John-Michael Bond 1:34:49

1M ago1:34:49

1:34:49

In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys are joined once again by one of our all time favorites, comedian John-Michael Bond! We kick this one off by trying out an energy drink made by an e-sports team that's co-owned by musical villains Drake and Scooter Braun. We pay tribute to the late great Jack Karlson. Jack was only trying to enjoy a "su…

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Episode #441 - "Put Me in, Coach" with Michael Magid 1:44:50

2M ago1:44:50

1:44:50

In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys are joined at Disgraceland Studios by comedian and professional soccer player Michael Magid! We kick this one off with a 'Friday the 13th' energy drink. We chat about a ridiculous negative review that someone left on a Florida stand-up comedy Facebook page. We also pick Michael's brain about being a yo…

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Rob Hurkmans on What We Wish We Knew 20 Years Ago 1:08:04

2M ago1:08:04

1:08:04

In this conversation, Martha Tatarnic welcomes Rob Hurkmans about his journey in ministry and the lessons he has learned along the way. They discuss topics such as their 20th anniversary of ordination, the faith context in which Rob was raised, his calling to ministry, and his current role at Trinity Streetsville. Rob shares his experience of being…

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Episode #440 - "Bear Necessities" 1:41:28

2M ago1:41:28

1:41:28

In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys are all by their lonesome at Disgraceland Studios. We test out a hippie-dippie energy drink for women called "Gorgie" and then talk about the recent revelations involving Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and a dead bear. We also do a round up of some recent chaotic news stories that involve two brothers having a …

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Episode #439 - "Red Hot Chili Fingers" with Rick Wood 1:29:58

2M ago1:29:58

1:29:58

In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys are joined at Disgraceland Studios by comedian, musician, and fan favorite Rick Wood! We kick this one off with a drink made out of a fake gas station drug called "Kava". We then talk about the latest episode of Bill Maher's HORRIBLE YouTube show called "Club Random" where he talks to the 21 year-old "…

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The Anxious Generation 2:00:18

2M ago2:00:18

2:00:18

Is social media to blame for the teen mental health crisis? It's complicated! Thanks to Emily Weinstein, Amy Orben, Andrew Przybylski, Dean Burnett, Michael Mullarkey and Gideon Meyerowitz-Katz for help researching and fact-checking this episode! Where to find us: Peter's other podcast, 5-4 Mike's other podcast, Maintenance Phase Sources: Emily Wei…

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Michael Pryse on Three Decades as Bishop 1:01:46

2M ago1:01:46

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Bishop Michael Pryse joins the show to share his perspectives on change and leadership in the Church from his three decades of experience in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada. He has helped the church navigate change, particularly in becoming more inclusive of LGBTQ+IA individuals. The conversation explores the challenges and pitfalls of th…

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Callie Swanlund on Healing from Clergy Burnout 55:22

2M ago55:22

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The conversation between Martha and Callie Swanlund covers Callie's journey in the Episcopal Church, the changes in her Christian experience, her current ministry context, and the inspiration behind her book 'From Weary to Wholehearted: A Restorative Resource for Overcoming Clergy Burnout'. The discussion also delves into the challenges of clergy b…

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Episode #438 - "Everyone's A Winner" with Klee Wiggins 1:28:22

2M ago1:28:22

1:28:22

In this episode, Rivers and Sam are hangin' out at Disgraceland with one of our all-time favorites, comedian and all-around delight, Klee Wiggins! We kick this one off with an energy drink called "Rat Bastard" and, wouldn't you know it, the owner is kind of a weirdo. We also talk about the recent downfall and absolutely unhinged media appearances a…

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Jason Byassee on Whether There is a Formula for Mainline Success 1:00:03

2M ago1:00:03

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In this episode, Martha Tatarnic welcomes Jason Byassee to talk about church growth in a Mainline church context. Jason discusses the importance of churches embracing their own limitations and uncertainties. He emphasizes the need for churches to recognize that their only hope lies in the resurrection of Jesus and to be willing to give away their a…

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Episode #437 - "Chimi Bang Bang" with Ben Sawyer 1:50:38

3M ago1:50:38

1:50:38

In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys are joined once again by comedian and history professor Dr. Benjamin Sawyer from 'The Road to Now' Podcast! We're chatting about the various horrifying mutations permeating the landscape of American supermarkets and fast food establishments. We also talk about the weirdest ever Olympic Games of all tim…

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Breaking News Re-Release: "Hillbilly Elegy" 51:12

3M ago51:12

51:12

To celebrate ("celebrate") Donald Trump choosing JD Vance as his running mate we are re-releasing our "Hillbilly Elegy" episode. Enjoy!

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Alison Milbank on Why Small and Local Might be the Church's Way Forward 1:09:39

3M ago1:09:39

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In this conversation, Professor Alison Milbank discusses the concept of the parish and its importance in the life of faith. She shares her experiences growing up in the Church of England and the changes she has witnessed due to secularization. Milbank emphasizes the significance of the parish as a local community that brings together people of diff…

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Episode #436 - "The Battle Box" with Kelly McInerney & Kevin Anderson 1:49:26

3M ago1:49:26

1:49:26

In this episode, Rivers and Sam are hangin' at Disgraceland with TWO incredible guests: comedians Kelly McInerney and Kevin Anderson! We're chatting about some recent news items from last weekend that you may have heard about. We test out a Ghostbusters-themed energy drink and talk about the tri-state senator that just got found guilty of taking br…

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Data and Artificial Neural Networks with Damian Borth 28:08

3M ago28:08

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Neural networks are the backbone of many AI and machine learning systems. But how can they be applied to real-world scenarios? Today’s guest is Damian Borth, Professor of Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning at the University of St. Gallen. He is also the director of the Computer Science Institute at St. Gallen. His work on neural networks ha…

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Richard Hanania's "The Origins of Woke" 1:01:54

3M ago1:01:54

1:01:54

Peter and Michael discuss "The Origins of Woke," a glimpse into the dark aspirations of the Republican Party and the mind of a very unusual man. Where to find us: Peter's other podcast, 5-4 Mike's other podcast, Maintenance Phase Sources: What Speech Does "Hostile Work Environment" Harassment Law Restrict? Tunis v. Corning Glass Works, 698 F. Supp.…

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Elizabeth Schrader-Polczer on Rethinking Mary Magdalene (Part 2) 49:54

3M ago49:54

49:54

In this episode, Martha Tatarnic continues her conversation with Elizabeth Schrader Polczer for the second part of a groundbreaking conversation on biblical scholarship. Continuing from last week, Elizabeth delves deeper into her research on the Gospel of John, Papyrus 66, and the evolving understanding of Mary Magdalene's role in early Christianit…

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Episode #435 - "2003" (Part 2) with Kyle Clark & Anna Valenzuela 2:28:56

3M ago2:28:56

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In this episode, Rivers is joined by comedians Kyle Clark and Anna Valenzuela, for the second part of our exploration of the year 2003. In Part 2, we slide through the jaw-dropping final six months of this year. There's some huge movies, lots of incredible music, hilarious TV, and even a couple strange inventions. This was an absolutely crazy year …

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Elizabeth Schrader-Polczer on Rethinking Mary Magdalene (Part 1) 1:01:21

3M ago1:01:21

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In this episode, Martha Tatarnic welcomes Elizabeth Schrader Polczer to talk about her groundbreaking work in biblical scholarship, particularly in how we see and understand Mary Magdalene and the Gospel of John. Elizabeth discusses the textual instabilities around the names Mary and Martha in John 11, visible in Papyrus 66, revealing intriguing in…

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Episode #434 - "2003" (Part 1) with Kevin Anderson, Keith Carey, & Kyle Clark 2:34:01

3M ago2:34:01

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In this episode, Rivers is joined at Disgraceland Studios by THREE hilarious comedians, Kevin Anderson, Keith Carey, and Kyle Clark, for our annual tradition of trying to find the funniest year of all time. This time, it's all about THE YEAR 2003. In Part 1, we go into absolutely everything from the first six months of this year: movies, music, TV,…

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Spirituality for the 21st Century Rationalist: A Conversation with Alexander Lang 1:06:02

3M ago1:06:02

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In this episode, Martha Tatarnic welcomes back Alexander Lang for a deep and insightful conversation. Alex, a former PCUSA pastor, has transitioned from church ministry to a technology business aimed at fostering meaningful relationships. The discussion centers on Alex's recent experiences since leaving his pastoral role and delves into the themes …

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Episode #433 - "Undercutters" with Erik Barnes 2:10:06

3M ago2:10:06

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In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys are joined at Disgraceland Studios by comedian and pro-wrestling commentator extraordinaire, Erik Barnes! We kick this one off by chatting about some of the recent goings-on in East Hollywood and testing out the new sweet tea from country music star and accused racist felon, Morgan Wallen. We also talk…

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