Episodes
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Peter Rollins: The Philosophy of Deconstruction
How can philosophy help those deconstructing Christianity? Explore the transformative potential of embracing uncertainty in your spiritual journey.
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Anna Gazmarian: Religious OCD and Mental Illness
We delve into the complex intersection of faith, mental health, and religious OCD with Anna Gazmarian, author of Devout: A Memoir of Doubt. Anna shares her personal journey through the challenges of confronting her mental health diagnosis within the church, her…
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Did Noah’s Ark Actually Happen?
In this thought-provoking episode of Almost Heretical, we tackle the intriguing query: “Did Noah’s Ark Actually Happen?” Join us as we navigate through the depths of biblical stories, their historical credibility, and their profound impact on contemporary faith. Our journey is…
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Genesis 6:1-4: Nephilim Secrets Unveiled
Curious about the Nephilim and the “sons of God” mentioned in Genesis 6:1-4? Join Nate and Shelby as they delve into ancient texts like the Book of Enoch, exploring the implications these stories have on gender dynamics and biblical narratives.
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Eve and the Apple – Genesis 3
Join us as we delve into Genesis 3 and explore its long-lasting impact on women. We’ll tackle big questions like: Did God really say what we’ve been told? And why isn’t the serpent identified as Satan? We’ll discuss how much of…
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Genesis 2:24 – Marriage, Gender, and Homosexuality
Is Genesis 2:24 an institution of heterosexual marriage? Does it matter? In this episode, we tackle these questions and play devil’s advocate to help you respond to the pushback you may be facing. We challenge traditional views and ask: How should…
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Adam and Eve: Rethinking Genesis 2:7
Did you ever wonder why Satan is never mentioned in the Garden of Eden? Prepare to have your mind blown as we dive into the untold complexities of Genesis 2:1-18. This episode uncovers surprising interpretations, challenges common myths, and may forever…
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How was light created before the sun? – Genesis 1:6-31
What have we been missing in the creation story? What does the Sun being created before “Light” mean? Why do we have two different creation stories? Join us as we reexamine Genesis 1:6-31.
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Rainn Wilson Religion, Spirituality and the Meaning of Life
Rainn Wilson (aka Dwight Schrute) talks about his new book Soul Boom. What does he think of Jesus and Christianity?
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Neil deGrasse Tyson – Christianity and the Cosmos
Neil deGrasse Tyson joins us to talk about the science found in the Bible. Should Christians make decision based on a religious text? If we could go back in time, could we prove if Jesus rose from the dead? What would…
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Many Creation Stories – Genesis 1:1-5 (Part 1)
In Genesis 1:1-5, we encounter intriguing aspects that invite deeper reflection. We explore the use of the pronoun “us” in the early chapters, raising questions about its connection to the Trinity and the presence of Jesus in the garden. Additionally, we…
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Sex, Orgasm, Masturbation and Purity Culture with Sheila Gregoire
We delve into the orgasm gap, the impact of evangelical teachings on sex, and the harm caused to marriages and women with sex researcher Sheila Gregoire. Uncover the truth behind popular evangelical books such as “Every Man’s Battle,” “For Women Only,”…
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Sarah Bessey – Navigating an Evolving Faith
What does it mean to have a faith that evolves, and are there any limits to that change? How did Rachel Held Evans influence Sarah Bessey’s own faith journey, and what might we be missing from Rachel’s voice today? What challenges…
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Writing Worship Music While Deconstructing Christianity with Sam Hedrick
How can you write worship music when you’re questioning your faith? What role does doubt play in the creative process of writing worship music? How can you reconcile your doubts and struggles with the lyrics of traditional worship songs? We’re joined…
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William Matthews: The Evolution of Worship
What does worship look like when you’re questioning, leaving, or changing your faith? How can we bring everything back to our humanness, and what role does incarnation play in that? And what happens when we stop chasing after revival and focus…
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Worship: Revisiting the Melodies of Our Past
Welcome to the Worship series. After our faith evolution, we now have a complicated relationship with worship music. Join us as we sing three songs (The Heart of Worship, How He Loves, and The Stand) on the worship songs that once…
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Remembering 16 Women of the Bible #InternationalWomensDay
In honor of #InternationalWomensDay, we’re dedicating this episode to highlighting some of the lesser-known women of the Bible. I’ll share a list of 16 of my favorite women who have been largely unheard of. We’ll explore the Second Temple period and…
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Teaching Your Kids While Deconstructing Christianity – Sarah Swartzendruber
What if I still want to pass on faith to my children, but I’m not sure what I believe? What do kids need to be learning about Christianity at different stages? What do kids have to teach us about holding uncertainty.
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Secrets of Raising Children During a Spiritual Transition – Cindy Wang Brandt
Do formerly fundamentalist parents project their own trauma on their children? What kind of “stability” do kids of deconstructing parents actually need? Is it okay to not ever get community back? Nate and Shelby discuss this all and more with Cindy…
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From Outreach to Outsider: Katherine’s Story
In this episode, we hear from listener Katherine about her disillusionment with Christianity due to Trump, hell, and bad biblical interpretations on women. What was your breaking point? Join us as we discuss the cracks in our experience of Christianity and…