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Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
This week I am joined by Daniel A. Downbrowski to discuss mystical and spiritual experiences through the lens of Process philosophy. Can Classical Theism account for such experiences? Dan thinks not! We walk through a few critiques of Classical Theism and introduce so different ways of thinking about God. Enjoy.
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Process Mysticism (Book)
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
This week I am joined by Dr. Roberto Che Espinoza to have a conversation centered around their book "Body Becoming: A Path to Our Liberation". We ask the seemingly simple question, "What is a body", and then discuss how we have been cut off from our bodies and what the implications of that have been. We talk about our own journies of becoming embodied and how the hard work of becoming can help us create a more beautiful world where every-body counts. Enjoy!
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Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
This week Terence Lester returns to the podcast to discuss his latest book "All God's Children: How Confronting Buriend History Can Build Racial Solidarity". We have a deep and engaging conversation sharing stories and experiences in regard to racism. We dream of a better world where every-body counts. Enjoy!
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All God's Children (Book)
Wednesday May 31, 2023
Wednesday May 31, 2023
This week I am joined by Myron Penner for an intro of sorts to Cognitive Science of Religion. What happens when we apply the helpful tools of CSR to the study of Religion and Theology? Does CSR explain away God, Religion, or our Theology? Have a listen and decide for yourself. Enjoy!
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Wednesday May 24, 2023
Wednesday May 24, 2023
This week, Lyndsey Medford joins the podcast to discuss her latest book "My Body and Other Crumbling Empires: Lessons for Healing in a World That Is Sick". What wisdom can we learn from our bodies and how can healing our bodies help us heal a world that is sick? Enjoy!
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Wednesday May 03, 2023
Wednesday May 03, 2023
This week I am joined by returning guest and friend of the podcast Thomas Jay Oord. Tom also brought another special guest to the show, his daughter Alexa!
Tom and Alexa have recently released an edited volume called "Why the Church of the Nazarene Should Be Fully LGBTQ+ Affirming". With over 90 essays written by members of the LGBTQ+ community, Allys, and Scholars, this new volume is deeply moving and builds a solid case for the full inclusion of LGBTQ+ folks. Enjoy!
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Why the Church of the Nazarene Should Be Fully LGBTQ+ Affirming (Book)
Wednesday Apr 26, 2023
Wednesday Apr 26, 2023
This week I was joined by Dr. Jeffrey Pugh. Pugh is a Bonhoeffer scholar and we had a beautiful conversation about Bonhoeffer and what he may have to say to us today.
Dr. Pugh will be cohosting a class with Dr. Tripp Fuller on Bonhoeffer and the future of the faith. The class will feature both Pugh and Fuller along with 5 other Bonhoeffer scholars.
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Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
This week we have the second edition of our new series 20ish Q's. Tripp Fuller was the previous guest and Todd Littleton is who Tripp nominated. Enjoy.
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Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
This week I am joined by Heather Hamilton to discuss her new book "Returning to Eden: A Field Guide for the Spiritual Journey". We had an awesome conversation reimaging familiar bible stories, talking about mystical experiences, and engaging our spiritual journies. Enjoy!
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Returning to Eden (Book)
Wednesday Mar 29, 2023
Wednesday Mar 29, 2023
This week Philip Clayton joins the podcast to discuss the wonders of Panentheism. Panentheism has played a major role in the faith journies of both of us and we wanted to share it with you. Enjoy!
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