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Ideas Digest
Humanising controversial ideas by learning about where we found them and how they change us. Whether they be religious, political, taboo or politically incorrect.
Keith Giles, a self-proclaimed "heretic" and former Evangelical; Dr. Safi Kaskas, a devout Muslim; Gregory T. Smith, an ex-Southern Baptist Pastor whose journey led him to explore Neopaganism and Taoism; Matthew DiStefano, a book publisher dwelling in the realm that lies between Christianity and secular humanism; and Caleb, a practicing Bahá'í.
What common threads of belief connect these diverse individuals? And how do they navigate disagreements while fostering an attitude of openness towards people with differing perspectives and beliefs? Together, they engage in a candid examination and confrontation of the beliefs that have historically served as barriers to coexistence, thereby promoting a deeper understanding of the human experience among those who hail from and identify with different religious and cultural groups.
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Topics explored in this episode
- Is christianity dying?
- who is to blame for the downfall of christianity?
- The baggage the word “christian” carries.
- Is deconstruction from god or the devil?
- Whats the problem with apologetics?
- The problem with American Evangelical Christianity
- Are progressive christians the next stage of christian evolution?
- Christianity, culture wars and toxic politics
- Why do christians love jordan peterson?
- Do you need to believe in a literal resurrection to go to heaven?
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Konrad goes toe to toe with an ex-Christian Atheist named Will, who creates content critiquing the Christian worldview. Alice tries to convert a Christian lobbyist named Chris from the Australian Christian Lobby.
We discuss:
Arguments FOR churches paying taxes:
- Separation of religious organizations from other non-profits.
- Churches should be held accountable and have a more complicated tax system.
- Financial transparency is necessary to ensure money is spent appropriately.
- False counseling services and lack of regulation are concerning.
- Churches should be taxed like businesses to ensure accountability.
Arguments AGAINST churches paying taxes:
- Complexity of church structures makes it impractical to tax them.
- Keeping churches tax-exempt helps to keep them out of politics.
- Churches provide valuable services like non-government healthcare and counseling.
- Mega churches should be held accountable, but not all churches are the same.
- The right to engage in politics is justified if supported by people who pay taxes.
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Konrad and Alice drop their filters and share their honest thoughts about being triggered by Chris from the ACL.
Konrad has just 10 minutes to convince Alice's sister that humans do not possess an immortal soul.
We discuss;
- The enigmatic nature of the soul: What we don't know about the "soul."
- Examining the theory of an immortal soul and its historical significance.
- The moral implications: How not believing in a soul can make you a better person.
- Unveiling the adverse effects of belief in an immortal soul on humanity.
- Souls and the Caste system in India: Exploring the intersection of beliefs.
- Consciousness: Understanding the relationship between the soul and consciousness.
- Contemplating the existence of souls in animals.
Will this 10-minute conversation bridge the gap between their opposing views, or will their disagreement deepen?
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Throughout the episode, they explore various topics such as free education, wealth distribution, financial struggles, and the perception of entitlement, all while contemplating the possibility of millennials achieving the dream of homeownership.
They Discuss;
- Who has it harder, millennials or boomers?
- Do millennials just waste money on avocado toast?
- Boomers' free education: Highlighting the privileges of the older generation.
- Why did boomers have it easy?
- Do boomers possess all the wealth? Exploring the wealth disparity between generations.
- The struggles of millennials in Australia: Examining the specific challenges faced down under.
- The struggles of millennials in the USA: Shining a light on the American millennial experience
- Are millennials lazy and entitled? Exploring perceptions and realities.
- Will millennials ever own a home?
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In this share edit episode, Konrad tries to convert a 'pro Trump' Business Lawyer into an advocate for locking him up.
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Konrad's Cherry Picked Data:
- Trump, the Democrats, and the future of US democracy - UpFront, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbh2Y-V0Cqc
- AMERICA | S04 07 - How Donald Trump turned the Presidency into a business, https://pca.st/episode/a39571e7-1c3b-4c0b-8dea-8b70582d0220
- The Blackwater Pardons, PMCs, And US Imperialism https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5YWb2CumY0
- "Trump pardons Blackwater contractors jailed for massacre of Iraq civilians" by The Guardian, published on December 23, 2020, https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/dec/23/trump-pardons-blackwater-contractors-jailed-for-massacre-of-iraq-civilians
- Analyzing The Trump Indictment & Arrest, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ltw-SN9QiII
- Trump's Criminal Referral from the January 6 Committee https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXm-Xe0dQ3U
- Hillary's Emails v. Trump's Boxes ft. Opening Arguments https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pDEPDxMbh4&t=1567s
- Biden's Classified Docs Are Bad https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POYDOWNq-jE
- "Trump Organization sentenced to pay $1.2 billion in criminal fines" by CNN, published on January 13, 2023, https://edition.cnn.com/2023/01/13/politics/trump-org-sentencing/index.html
- "Legal affairs of Donald Trump" on Wikipedia, last modified on March 21, 2023, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legal_affairs_of_Donald_Trump#cite_note-USATodayAnalysis-1
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In this share edit episode, Alice tries to convert a political youtuber/podcaster that Trump should not go to prison for the crimes he has allegedly committed.
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In this episode, Konrad and Alice play "Give me 10 minutes to change my mind"this weeks topic - Should Donald Trump be imprisoned? Join in on the fun and play along at home. Will we change your mind?
Konrad goes toe to toe with a Business Lawyer, and Alice tries to convert a political youtuber/podcaster.
We discuss;
- Reasons for locking people up in prison
- Reasons why Trump SHOULDN'T be in prison
- Criminal charges against Trump
- Trump's character as a millionaire conman
- Criminality centered around whether Trump knew what he was doing
- Trump's recent con for raising money for "legal defences" and presidential campaign
- Trump's revenue streams and how he siphons money from his supporters
- Trump's use of presidency as a marketing platform to promote his own brand
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Konrad's Cherry Picked Data:
- Trump, the Democrats, and the future of US democracy - UpFront, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbh2Y-V0Cqc
- AMERICA | S04 07 - How Donald Trump turned the Presidency into a business, https://pca.st/episode/a39571e7-1c3b-4c0b-8dea-8b70582d0220
- The Blackwater Pardons, PMCs, And US Imperialism https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5YWb2CumY0
- "Trump pardons Blackwater contractors jailed for massacre of Iraq civilians" by The Guardian, published on December 23, 2020, https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/dec/23/trump-pardons-blackwater-contractors-jailed-for-massacre-of-iraq-civilians
- Analyzing The Trump Indictment & Arrest, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ltw-SN9QiII
- Trump's Criminal Referral from the January 6 Committee https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXm-Xe0dQ3U
- Hillary's Emails v. Trump's Boxes ft. Opening Arguments https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pDEPDxMbh4&t=1567s
- Biden's Classified Docs Are Bad https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POYDOWNq-jE
- "Trump Organization sentenced to pay $1.2 billion in criminal fines" by CNN, published on January 13, 2023, https://edition.cnn.com/2023/01/13/politics/trump-org-sentencing/index.html
- "Legal affairs of Donald Trump" on Wikipedia, last modified on March 21, 2023, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legal_affairs_of_Donald_Trump#cite_note-USATodayAnalysis-1
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Konrad speaks with Gary, a Conservative Christian anti-porn advocate, does he change his mind in 10 minutes?
They discuss
- Should porn bel legal?
- Why porn ISNT as bad as you think
- The REAL reason we all benefit from porn
- Why porn is medicine
- Why we NEED porn
- What People Really Do with Porn: A Look at Pornography Consumption
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In this episode Alice speaks to Kevin, an Only Fans porn creator and porn producer and gets 10 minutes to change his mind about porn.
They discuss
- Why porn is worst than you think
- The dark side of the porn industry
- What's it like on Only Fans
- What kind of porn does Kevin make?
- What nobody knows about Only fans
- Why porn cant be ethical
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This week we take on the controversial topic of pornography, with two guests on opposite sides of the debate, and explore its good, bad, and complex sides - Are you ready to break your bias and challenge your preconceptions about the porn?
In this episode Alice speaks to Kevin, an Only Fans porn creator and porn producer and gets 10 minutes to change his mind about porn.
They discuss
- Why porn is worst than you think
- The dark side of the porn industry
- What's it like on Only Fans
- What kind of porn does Kevin make?
- What nobody knows about Only fans
- Why porn cant be ethical
And Konrad speaks with Gary, a Conservative Christian anti-porn advocate, does he change his mind in 10 minutes?
They discuss
- Should porn bel legal?
- Why porn ISNT as bad as you think
- The REAL reason we all benefit from porn
- Why porn is medicine
- Why we NEED porn
- What People Really Do with Porn: A Look at Pornography Consumption
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Alice finds the best arguments he can AGAINST having children and gets 10 minutes to change someones mind.
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Konrad finds the best arguments he can FOR having children and gets 10 minutes to change someones mind.
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In this episode of Ideas Digest, Alice and Konrad tackle the contentious topic of antinatalism and its ethical implications. Through a game called "Give Me 10 Minutes to Change Your Mind", they explore the arguments for and against bringing children into the world in the face of existential threats such as climate change, overpopulation, and limited resources.
We explore;
What is antinatalism, and how does it intersect with debates around reproductive rights and the right to die?
Can someone lead a fulfilling life without having children, and what alternative paths to fulfillment are available?
Should individuals with genetic predispositions to certain diseases refrain from having children to prevent their offspring from suffering?
What are the ethical considerations of bringing a child into a world with limited resources, and how does this intersect with debates around global justice?
Are there moral implications to having multiple children when the planet is facing so many ecological and social challenges?
Join Alice and Konrad as they challenge each other's perspectives on this highly personal and deeply debated topic, and encourage listeners to reflect on their own beliefs and values around parenthood.
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In this episode Konrad speaks with the creator of the fast growing instagram account the Tin Men focused on drawing attention to the issues and problems man face in society today.
We discuss
- Does the gender pay gap exist?
- Is there such a thing as male privilege?
- Have we achieved gender equality?
- What sections of society do women have it better than men?
- Is the patriarchy really to blame?
- Who is suffering the most? Men or women?
- Has feminism gone too far?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of being male?
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In this episode of Ideas Digest, Konrad and Alice debate the topic of feminism is it a poison ruining democracy? or a necessary driving force for progress?
Alice attempts to convert a feminist and Konrad mansplains why feminism is a problem, each are given 10 minutes to change a mind. Who will win?
They debate;
- What is feminism, and why is it necessary in today's world?
- The different waves of feminism do we still need it?
- Does it go too far?
- Does feminism hate men?
- Is the gender pay gap real?
- Do men have it harder than women?
- The role of men in the feminist movement
- Are men the problem?
- Which group of men are the problem?
Join Konrad and Alice as they engage in thought-provoking discussions, challenge societal norms, and encourage listeners to think critically about their own beliefs and values surrounding feminism.
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In this episode of Ideas Digest, Konrad and Alice play a game called "Give Me 10 Minutes to Change Your Mind" on the topic of Andrew Tate, a controversial figure known for his problematic behaviour towards women and criminal allegations.
We debate;
- What exactly did Andrew Tate do that was problematic towards women?
- Should we hold Andrew Tate accountable for his past criminal allegations, or is it possible for someone to change and redeem themselves?
- What positive qualities does Andrew Tate possess that make him an inspiration to some people?
- Who exactly is inspired by Andrew Tate and what is it that they see in him?
- Is there any truth to the claim that Andrew Tate is radicalising young boys and leading them down a dangerous path?
- Can we separate Andrew Tate's controversial behaviour from his ideas and beliefs, or are they inextricably linked?
- Is Andrew Tate truly a force for good or a dangerous influence on young people?
- How do we reconcile our own beliefs and values with those of Andrew Tate and his supporters?
- Is it possible for someone to appreciate Andrew Tate's positive qualities while still holding him accountable for his problematic behaviour?
- What should we do as a society when we encounter controversial figures like Andrew Tate who challenge our beliefs and values?
Join Konrad and Alice as they navigate the complex and controversial world of Andrew Tate, and challenge listeners to think critically about their own beliefs and values.
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In this episode I chat with Matt from The Man Cave an Australian organisation in schools doing workshops “redefining the journey into manhood”.
We explore
- Whats going "too far" in the gender debate?
- What do kids think of Andrew Tate?
- How do we talk about Tate?
- How does an atheist find compassion?
- Are men wired differently or socialised differently?
- The Changing role of men in society
- Have changes in society been good or bad?
- Whats the solution to the bad outcomes for men?
- How evolution is good but hard
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Alice (Atheist) and Heather (mystic) see the world very differently, so this week we explore some of the similarities and differences they share, in the Idea Digest "Not a Debate".
- What is the bible if NOT a literal text book?
- What is the point of stories that are not "true"
- Do we need myth?
- Are Atheists missing the point?
- What christian mystics don't understand
- Why can't Jesus speak plainly
- Is Christian 'myth' the best
Konrad & Matt also hear from some of their future friends of the show (the haters) on youtube.
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In this episode I chat with new friend of the show Christian YouTube Everett Roeth About his journey from 'New Age' world of psychedelics and crystals to finding the one 'Truth' in conservative Christianity.
We discuss-
- Is Hinduism from the devil?
- Is smoking weed demonic?
- Real evil spirits
- Demon Possession
- How to cast out a Demon
- Who is Bob Larson?
- Is calling things demonic... a problem?
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In this week's episode of 'Ideas Digest', we chat with fully certified academic Hilary Mcbride.
Hilary is respected psychologist, podcaster (The Liturgists, Other Peoples Problems) and Author.
We discuss;
- The problem with men
- Is masculinity toxic?
- How does masculinity harm men?
- Why high numbers of men end their lives
- Men and their emotions
- The popularity of masculinity projected by Tate and Peterson
- The story of gender and men
In the extended super Ep version, Hilary answers the question
"Does Biology or Culture determine the main differences between men and women?
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In this episode we chat with returning friend of the show Billy, Matt's bro-in-law/ muso & fellow podcaster, we chat about his journey from being a pastor to living in Byron Bay questioning everything & exploring new ideas and lifestyles. We get real about the challenges he faced and the reasons why he left the ministry. And of course, we dive into the controversial stuff - psychedelics, open relationships, and the dangers of questioning everything.
We discuss
- The 'Churches' reaction to his first episode on Ideas Digest
- What Billy thinks about his previous christian beliefs
- Hear from Billy's christian 'haters'
- Why he left
- What he found in Byron Bay
- Psychedelics
- Open Relationships & monogamy
- Is questioning everything dangerous?
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Get ready for an exciting episode of the podcast where hosts Konrad and Matt go head-to-head in a battle of wits! They'll be trying to change someone's mind about the polarising figure Jordan Peterson. Fate has determined that Matt will be a Jordan Peterson advocate, while Konrad will be a Peterson skeptic. Both have done their research to find the best arguments they could find to support their respective positions. Will they be able to sway the opinions of their subjects in just 10 minutes? Tune in to find out in this thrilling episode of the podcast, where reason, good persuasion strategy, and thorough research collide.
We discuss -
- Can Jordan Peterson be trusted?
- Where is he wrong?
- Who needs him the most and why?
- Is he racist? sexist?
- Is he a genius?
- Does he understand economics?
- Is he really on your side?
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In this episode Konrad & Nath sit down with Youtuber Rich Jackson from the "Common Ground Conversations" a youtube channel featuring videos asking 'important but controversial questions' in order to promote respectful dialogue between people who disagree.
We discuss;
- Patronising ways to change someones mind
- The abuse Rich experiences from "the left" (progressives)
- How to talk to people who hate you because of what they think... YOU think
- Who should have a right to protest?
- What Andrew Tate, Jordan Peterson and Common Ground conversations have in common.
- What ideas are beyond questioning?
- What ideas/ people should not be 'platformed'
- Ideology and belonging
- Why men SHOULD apologies
- We hear from Rich's haters
- What if "seeking truth" causes more harm than good?
- How many women should a man be in a relationship with?
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In this episode I chat with Dr Dan Allender Professor of Counseling Psychology about abuse, trauma and religious organisations. Konrad asks the questions; Why do churches seem to be so full of hypocritical narcissistic leaders who abuse power? Why are we so attracted to these people?
In this episode we explore;
- How to interpret the Genesis creation poem.
- Why we love watching church leaders fail.
- Why church scandals never seem to end.
- When trauma and religion mixes
- The role of shame, power and control.
- Why people abuse power.
- Is shame good or a bad?
- Why churches don't deal with trauma well.
- What is Lust?
- Why politics is toxic
- Why we are attracted to narcissistic leaders
- The role of religion and spirituality
- The dangers of religion and cults
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In this super ep Konrad speaks with Eastern Orthodox theologian and long time friend of the show Brad Jersak about the problems with religion and the downsides of deconstruction.
We discuss-
- How christianity is not like Christ
- Why church is corrupted
- Why people leave religion?
- What is 'the age of deconstruction?
- Is deconstructing from christianity necessary for everyone?
- Does deconstruction lead to the 'radical left'
- Do we need religion?
- The problem with protestantism
- the problem with Atheists
- Why religious people believe in conspiracies
- Is moral relativism good or bad?
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In this BONUS episode Konrad brings together a progressive christian and a conservative christian in a dialogue... called "Hearing From the Haters".
In the conservative corner we have Frank Holzhauser who is an Adventist Radio show Host from the bible belt of America.
In the progressive corner we have Matthew J Distefano an Author and podcast from northern California.
We discuss;
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Their differences in theology
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Who has a more right theology
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Who is hurt by conservative theology
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Who is hurt by progressive theology
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LGBTQ and gay marriage
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Why conservatives are judgemental
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Why progressive christians are so woke
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Konrad chats with Youtuber & Podcaster Will from Renaissance of Men, a group that aims to help men find purpose and meaning in their lives. Is he a well meaning revolutionary mens activist? or Sexist, Homophobic Republican?
We explore
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Whats the problem with men?
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The importance of the nuclear family
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Feminism, is it good or bad?
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How society has changed to leave behind men
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Why women shouldn't vote
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The proper role for Women & men in society
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The politics of American Christians
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What went wrong in American Christianity
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What the bible says about women
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In this episode Konrad speaks with Ubud Manifestation and EFT Tapping coach Jennifer Harmony.
We discuss;
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How does manifestation work?
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What spiritual beliefs are behind it?
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Manifestation and conspiracy?
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The subconscious mind and why we hate ourselves
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Can you manifest heath and money?
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Wisdom v intellect
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The law of attraction
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Manifestation and antivax
The best of this world view - self empowerment
The worst of this world view - conspiracy
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In this episode Konrad shares with Matt his journey exploring the idea of manifestation. How does it work? and where does this idea come from?
We explore;
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How do you manifest?
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Can you heal yourself with your mind?
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What is synchronicity?
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What are Angel Numbers?
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Is there a divine energy guiding your life?
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Can you control your destiny?
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Is the idea of manifesting helpful or harmful?
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Manifestation and covid conspiracy
Book explored
Dr Wayne Dwyer's book I can see clearly Now
Video 1: Naomi Rosenthai
Video 2: Emma Williams
Jennifer Harmony Tapping Manifestation
(Paleo) Celebrity Chef Pete Evens Interview
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Ex Pastor Matt reads a book that re-traumatises him a little.
We explore;
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Is hell real?
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One man's person experience with Hell
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Stories of people who have visited hell
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The great devil deception
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LSD and the hippy movement
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The New World Order brought in buy Republicans
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How do we not go there?
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UFO & Aliens
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Demonic Spirits
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Kundalini Yoga
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The evils of eastern mysticism
The book
To Hell and Back - Maurice S. Rawlings
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In a world of fake news and "alternative facts" who do we trust? and how do we speak with those on the other side of the culture war?
First up, Konrad and Matt hear from some haters and then speak with Matthew from Ground News. A news aggregation platform that helps its readers identify the bias and agenda behind the news we consume.
We discuss;
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Should we even watch the news?
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What is Bias? is bias bad?
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How to spot Bias in news
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Left right and Centre? what's the best?
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What news should we trust?
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How do you determine the right set of facts?
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Are we idiots? or can we be trusted to know what's true?/not true?
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How Ad revenue funding ruins news.
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How to change someones mind
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Who is responsible for the division in society?
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Konrad and Matt explore the conspiracy hidden within Christianity about who is saved and who isn't!
In this episode Matt dives into the idea of Christian Universalism, a dirty word in many christian churches... but could this idea change your life?
We discuss;
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What is Universalism?
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How could all christianity gotten it so wrong?
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Konrad meets Paul Washer
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Is Rob Bell a universalist?
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Will sexy clothing send you to hell?
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Has mainstream christianity been wrong for hundreds of years?
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Is there hell?
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Who is saved?
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How do we go to heaven?
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Does it matter what you believe?
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How does this idea change you? for better or for worse?
Paul Washer sermon on hell and salvation clip
Book: That all shall be saved - David Bentley Hart
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For multi-generational friends of the show, we understand episodes over an hour can be time consuming.
So here is the TLDR or my interview with Monica from Secular Pro-Life.
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Konrad gets triggered
Konrad kicks off the show by confessing to Matt when he was recently triggered and got sucked into commenting on instagram by Melissa Dougherty
Ideas Digest goes to war!
Konrad creates his first enemy of the show.
Going Deeper
Konrad Interviews Monica from the organisation Secular Pro Life, we explore;
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When does life begin?
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How can an atheist be pro-life?
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When does a foetus become a human being?
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Should abortion be illegal?
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Monica's journey into the abortion debate
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The problem with abortion laws
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Do abortion ban's actually work?
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Is there any harm to women from these laws?
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Is abortion murder?
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In this episode I speak with a christian who is Pro-choice.
I speak with progressive christian YouTuber Brenda Marie Davies aka God is Grey about her views on abortion and her personal experience about the topic.
We explore -
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Why men should care about abortion access.
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When does 'life' begin? what does that mean?
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How the human soul works
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How can you be christian and pro-life
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what its like to have an abortion
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why women have abortions
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Abortion and politics
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the practical reality of abortion bans
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why abortion bans are ineffective and cause harm
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What does the bible say about abortion?
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Who has less abortions progressive states (California) conservative states (Texas)?
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What makes more money, abortion or adoption
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Brenda v Lila Rose debate referenced
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In this episode Konrad explores the dangerous front lines of the abortion debate by exploring the popular pro-life book Unplanned.
We explore;
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Abby's (the author of the books) journey from pro-choice to pro-life
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The most powerful pro-life arguments
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The political landscape of the debate
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The cultural landscape the debate
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Did this book change Konrad & Matt's perspective on anything?
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The ethical implications of the pro-life world view
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Religion & pro-life
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Legal implications of the pro-life stance
The book - Unplanned
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Matt & Konrad explore the idea of prayer and how it works (if it does in fact work)...
In this episode we explore
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Konrad's prayer he's not sure god answered...
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Pr Matt and his old ways of healing prayers
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Does "God" answer prayers
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What kind of "god" answers or does not answer prayers
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profound unexplainable prayer stories
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A new definition of "god" and "prayer"
Book discussedPower of Prayer - Larry Dossey
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Konrad chats with the host of the podcast Conspirituality Derek about wellness influencers and how we get sucked into their lies.
We discuss
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How to make a guru
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The growing wellness influencer movement
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Tactics influencers use to make money
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The wellness to conspiracy pathway
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Why we fall for conspiracy theories
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How do we know what is true?
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How Antivaxxers bridge the political divide
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The challenge of communication and social media
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Spiritual practices as an Atheist
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The problem of Big Pharma and Americas healthcare system
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This week Konrad and Matt catch for a PLUS exclusive episode and explore some of the recent episodes along with new controversies on the front lines of the culture war this week.
We discuss;
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The problem with progressive christians
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Konrad's instagram feud with @biblicalandreformed
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The Manly rugby jersey controversy
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Why conservatives don't support LGBTQ+ equality
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The best of the anti-woke movement
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Discuss potential future topics to explore
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Konrad chats with film maker Helen Rollins in Belfast about how much we can know ourselves and what the hell is psychoanalysis.
We discuss;
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Who the hell am "I"
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What we are missing in life
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You will never be whole and complete
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Why we are so politically divided
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Repression and how not to 'sin'
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Why you believe in conspiracy theories
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We are not in control of our own lives
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The art of desire
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https://www.magiciansniece.com
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In this episode I catch up with long-time friend of the show Keith Giles and explore some of the concepts of his new book.
We discuss
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Certainty
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Deconstruction
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What you can/cannot know about God
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Why you don't know anything and can't trust yourself
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Where christianity goes wrong
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Having sex with god?
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Doubt is real faith
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Reconstructing a belief in God
Connect with Keith
His new book
Keiths Blog
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Konrad catches up with longtime friend of the show Peter Rollins in his home town of Belfast Northern Ireland after Pete's yearly event called 'Wake'.
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The God you REALLY believe in
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Christians don't take the death of God seriously
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Religion of instagram
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How to be happy
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What is 'sin'
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What is 'grace'
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The problem with Hillsong
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Why we are all religion
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What Christians really believe
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What is Pyro Theology
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Konrad chats with YouTuber Debunk the Funk about COVID, Science & Misinformation.
We discuss;
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How to navigate misinformation
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Anti-Vax v pro-vax
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Tactics used to create an anti-vaxxer
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The problem with science
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The problem with big Pharma
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Can science be trusted?
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Can you really "do your own research"?
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Who can you trust?
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Trusting science OR yourself
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Your personal bias'
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How much does a scientist earn
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Is Anthony Fauci from the Devil?
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Robert F Kennedy, hero or deluded?
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Ivermectin and other covid treatments.
Previous episode exploring the book The Real Anthony Fauci
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ideas-digest/id1456290043
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Konrad & Matt, uncut chat chat with Ex Hillsong & Youth Alive staffer Dave, on why he joined & why he left.
In this episode Konrad & Matt dive into the good the bad but mostly the ugly behind mega churches like Hillsong.
We explore;
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Why does someone join Hillsong?
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What is toxic about Hillsong?
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Is it all so bad?
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Who is to blame?
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What God does Hillsong truly worship?
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Mega churches & capitalism
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Celebrity & slavery (service) in the mega-church
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In this episode Konrad and Matt explore the phenomenon of near death experiences. Matt tells us the story of Anita Moornjani (from her book Dying To Be Me) , her near death experience and miraculous healing from cancer.
We discuss;
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Near death experiences (or NDE's), are they "real"
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Can you literally be healed from cancer by "energy"
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Is there a heaven or hell?
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What happens after you die?
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Is "love" that powerful?
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Is "God" "love"?
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How does this world view help you?
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How might believing in an after life hurt you?
The book
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Konrad and Matt try on a new idea and see how it fits. Understanding COVID-19 Conspiracy theories.
In order to understand the 'Anti-Vax' movement around him, Konrad read the wildly popular book "The Real Anthony Faucci: Bill Gates, Big Pharma & the Global War on Democracy and Public Health" by Robert F Kennedy.
In this episode we discuss;
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Understanding conspiracy
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Is Anthony Faucci the devil?
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Is the Vaccine harmful?
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Is COVID-19 a global conspiracy?
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Why do people think this?
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Konrad & Matt's emotional response to the book
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Understanding Anti-vax & Pro Vax positions.
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The role of religion in conspiracy.
A healthy dose of DEBUNK links
Debunk the Funk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_r7KZIVTH1Y
Conspirituality Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/conspirituality/id1515827446
Decoding the Guru's https://pca.st/episode/9d922875-6569-44f9-ad1e-e1627317c9b7
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This week Konrad & Matt discuss what is dividing us this week;
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Abortion
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The Australian Election
Konrad chats with long time friend of the show Brian Mclaren about why religion sucks at politics. We discuss
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Jesus & politics
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The problem of christian politics
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How can we see our bias
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What is the antidote to Bias
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Social justice and christianity.
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Each week we release bonus content for the Super Friends of the show. Here is a small sample of one bonus episode released in the lead up to the Australian Election. Konrad, Christian & Alice discuss some idealistic silver bullet solutions to the problem of politics in America and Australia today.
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In this episode we discuss the upcoming Australian Election & why policies matters/doesn't matter with good friends of the show Christian & Alice.
We discuss
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Australian v American elections
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The basics of Australian voting rules.
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Why politics is hard
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Why politics matters
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Why politics doesn't matter
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Why you could care about politics
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In this episode we explore science and prayer by looking into a book called "The Power of Prayer" by Larry Dossey.
We discuss
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Does Prayer work?
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Who do you pray to?
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What science says about prayer?
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Should you pray?
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Which god is the best one to pray too?
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In this episode Konrad & Matt go back to their Adventist roots and explore the journey of a man named Roger who spent some time in the Satanic church worshiping fallen angel Lucifer. Roger tells of some scary demonic stories and how he almost didnt escape.
We explore;
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Is the devil real?
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Talking with the dead
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Talking with the devil
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The supernatural
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Who worships the devil?
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Stepping from religion into conspiracy
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In this episode we chat with friend of the show Seth Taylor about how he learnt to talk with Ghosts.
We discuss -
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Are ghosts real?
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What are Ghosts?
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What is the difference between Ghosts and Demons?
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Why can't science prove ghosts are real?
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Personal experience v science
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Christianity, Jesus & fundamentalists
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In this episode we chat with Journalsit and Author of the book The Psychic Tests - Gary Nunn. We explore his journey from vocal sceptic of mediums a psychics to empathetic sceptic of mediums and psychics.
We discuss
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How to test Psychics
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Are they legit?
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Are psychics more harmful or helpful?
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Who uses Psychics?
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Why people use psychics
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Understanding people who use mediums.
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Religion & psychics, are they the same?
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In this episode Konrad shares with Matt his exploration of the book 'The Psychic Tests' By Garry Nunn.
In this episode we explore
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Famous people who use mediums
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Predictions people had come true from mediums
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Powerful corporations who use mediums to predict future finances
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Are psychics tapping into something real?
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In this episode Matt shares his personal journey of deconstruction and the thoughts and experiences that lead him there. From fundamentalist Adventism to progressive christianity, into athiesm and beyond.
We discuss;
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Fundamentalism
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Seventh Day Adventist Denomination
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The similarities between Apple and Religion
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Speaking in tongues & Demon possession
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The End Times
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The power of religion to explain things
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The influential book "The Rightious Mind" - Johnathan Heidt
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In this episode I speak with Dr Safi Kaskas lecturer, reaseacher who translated and published the Qur’an into simplified English in January 2015 and published The Qur’an with references to the Bible in January2016.
We discuss;
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Is Islam a religion of peace?
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How to interpret the Qur'an?
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What the Bible and Qur'an have in common?
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Why translate the Qur'an?
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9/11 and muslims in America
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Jesus and Islam
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What Christians miss out on.
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Atheists and Islam
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In this episode we speak with Abdurraheem Green a Islamic Influencer speaker with many talks on Instagram, youtube & Facebook.
We discuss;
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Uncomfrotable truths of Islam
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Islam in the west
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The problems with the west
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The Problem with Isis
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Why Islam is the Truth
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How Abdur Raheem came to believe Islam to be the truth.
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Interpretations of the Koran
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode I chat with Australian Author & Director of Sweatshop Literacy Movement Dr Michael Mohammed Ahmad.
We discuss;
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Racism in Australia
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Islamophobia
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Terrorism & Islam
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Identity & Stereotypes
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Overcoming the raciam divide in Australia
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The themes of his books
Connect with Dr Michael Mohammed Ahmad
https://www.sweatshop.ws/staff-individual/Michael-Mohammed-Ahmad
Books
https://www.booksdirect.com.au/author/michael-mohammed-ahmad
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episde I chat with Yasmine Mohammed, Canadian human rights campaigner, & Author who advocates for the rights of women living within Islamic majority countries. In Yasmine's book she shares her story of being raised in a radical Islamic household & how she escaped.
We discuss;
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How Yasmine Became an Atheist
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How Yasmine escaped radical Islam
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Abuse in Islam
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The problem with femenists
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The problem with liberals
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How liberals are racist
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Conservatives & right wingers embrace of Yasmine
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Can the hijab be empowering?
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Should we "ban the burka/burkini"
Connect with Yasmine
The Book https://www.yasminemohammed.com/unveiled https://www.amazon.com/Unveiled-Western-Liberals-Empower-Radical/dp/1999240502
The Author https://www.yasminemohammed.com/bio https://www.instagram.com/yasmohammedxx/
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this new experimental episode, we explore the perspective of Yasmine Mohammed, and how she came to believe that Radical Islam is a threat to women and society. In this episode we explore just some of Yasmine Mohammed's personal story as described in her book Unveiled - How the Left empower Radical Islam.
The Bookhttps://www.yasminemohammed.com/unveiled
https://www.amazon.com/Unveiled-Western-Liberals-Empower-Radical/dp/1999240502
The Authorhttps://www.yasminemohammed.com/bio
https://www.instagram.com/yasmohammedxx/
Refereced Youyube video with Sam Harris and Ben Afflec
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vln9D81eO60
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In this episode I speak with Muslim Sexual Health Advocate Sameera Qureshi.
We discuss;
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Jihad
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What is "traditional Islam"
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Being 'progressive'
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The extremeist stereotype
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Is Islam a threat to democracy?
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What the west does not understand about Islam
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How to read the Quran
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Islam in the West.
To connect with Sameerahttps://www.instagram.com/sexualhealthformuslims/
https://sexualhealthformuslims.com/links
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak with Dr Zuhdi Jasser. is the Founder and President of the American Islamic Forum for Democracy and Co-Founder of the Muslim Reform Movement.
We discuss;
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Reforming Islam
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Why he is often on Fox News
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Islamism v Islam
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Is Islam compatible with democracy?
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Does Islam hate America?
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What Muslim stereotypes he faces?
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Donald Trump & Islamophobia
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Why is he a political conservative?
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The problem with 'the left'
Connect with Dr Zuhdi Jasser
https://www.mzuhdijasser.com/about/
https://muslimreformmovement.org/our-founders/m-zuhdi-jasser/
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
This is an episode Replay from my conversation with celbrity chef Pete Evans from a year ago. As the covid crisis continues on, vaccines roll out, many people might shre Pete's views and I had the opportunity to explore them a little deeper.
In this episode we speak with controversial Australian celebrity chef Pete Evans. Pete Evans is frequently appearing in the Australian mainstream media being accused of propagating dangerous ideas & conspiracy theories. How does he see it? We chat with Pete to learn how he sees the world. Topics discussed;
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Vibrational frequencies
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Vax & Anti Vax
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Conspiracy theories
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Mainstream media portrayal of Pete
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What is Truth?
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Is Covid-19 real?
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Speaking up as celebrity
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Can science be trusted
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Donald Trump
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak with Simon Hill from the Plant Proof Podcast. Simon Hill is a Physiotherapist and Nutritionist who is passionaire about making nutritional information simple.
We disuss;
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How science is communicated in the media
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The problems with the mainstream media
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Science, how complicated is it?
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The evidence hierarchy, why we dont understand it
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The paleo diet
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The problem with vegans
Connect with Simonhttps://plantproof.com/meet-simon
Podcast - https://plantproof.com/protein-truths-with-dr-matthew-nagra
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we chat with sexologist, author, social worker Dr Joe Kort about male sexuality and sex.
We discuss
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Gay sex
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What is sexual fluidity?
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What does non-binary mean?
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Porn, good or bad?
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The problem of men, sex & shame
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Homosexual attractions in straight men
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What does it mean to be gay & bi
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What is sex therapy?
Connect with Dr Joe Kort
https://joekort.com
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this Ideas Digest first I sit down with two friends of the show at the same time, well known Author of The Shack William Paul Young & author & theologion and good friend of the show Brad Jersak. In this honest and vulnerable conversation we discuss;
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Hell
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Salvation
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Love
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Pastors & Sexual Abuse
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Forgiveness
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Redemption
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Depression & suicide
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The nature of reality
Connect with Brad
https://bradjersak.com/
Connect with Paulhttps://wmpaulyoung.com/
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak with Melinda Tankard Reist who is an author speaker & advocate for womens and girls. Melinda is best known for her work addressing sexualisation, objectification, harms of pornography, sexual exploitation, trafficking and violence against women.
We discuss;
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The porn industry
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Commodification of sex
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Ethical porn
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Men & porn
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Normalisation of abuse in porn
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The problem with Only Fans
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Corporations and sexual abuse
Connect with Melindahttps://melindatankardreist.com/
https://www.collectiveshout.org/
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Music:Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
Alice Greczyn is an actress, model, writer, and the founder of Dare to Doubt. In this episode we explore her journey from Charismatic Christianity to Atheism, from conservative politics to …less conservative politics.
We Discuss;
- Deconstruction
- Progressive christianity
- Religion & child abuse
- Religion, politics and America
- Ethics after religion
- Vaccine mandates & being libertarian
Connect with Alice Greczyn
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https://www.alicegreczyn.com/
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https://www.instagram.com/alicegreczyn/
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https://www.alicegreczyn.com/dare-to-doubt
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode I chat with Teash, a Queer Pastor of a Baptist church in Melbourne Australia.
We discuss
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LGBTQ+ rights
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Gay conversion therapy
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Victorian Conversion therepy legislation
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The Bibles stance on same sex relationships
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Teash's journey to becoming a church pastor
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What its like being a Queer pastor in a christian world
Contacts mentioned in the episode
https://www.qlife.org.au/
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we chat with Paul Anthony Turner, a pastor based in Kentucky.
We discuss- What is 'Queerness' - Was Jesus Queer?
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Christianity and homosexuality
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Over sexualised view of humans
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How homosexuality helps heterosexuality
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Morality & sexuality
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What its like being a gay pastor?
Connect with Paul Anthony Turnerhttps://www.instagram.com/paul.anthony.turner/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC77hBxzOGlw08bIKMNhCwGQ
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak with Youtuber and Author Brenda Marie Davies (God is Grey) about what she descrbies as the "rabbit hole of sexual exploration" she descrbies in her memoir.
We discuss
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Purity Culture and sexual trauma
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A modern christian sexual ethic
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Problems of hook-up culture
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Female sexual pleasure
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Masturbation
Connect with Brenda Marie Davieshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1Xf6ScN9riYhTOUsvhkhaw
https://www.godisgrey.com/
https://www.instagram.com/godisgrey/
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak with Harmony Grillo, founder of Treasures, an outreach and support group to women in the sex industry and survivors of sex trafficking.
We discuss
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Harmony's journey into and out of the sex industry
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Sexual abstinence & empowerment
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The exploitation of the sex & porn industry
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Abuse, trauma and exploitation
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Why women enter sex work
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What harmony thinks of men who go to strip clubs
Connect with Harmonyhttps://harmonygrillo.com/
https://www.iamatreasure.com/industry-exindustry-girls
https://www.instagram.com/harmonygrillo/
Ted Talk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ImX4WGSDxyk
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we chat with Sheila Gregoire who is an author, speaker and blogger on the the topic of sex and marriage within the christian church.
We discuss
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The problems with what christians have been taught about sex
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How women have been harmed by bad sex ed
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The "orgasm gap"
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The problems with "hook-up culture"
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Re-defining sex
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Sex & intimacy
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A new Christian sexual ethic
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Her book "The Great Sex Rescue" & the research behind it
Connect with Sheilahttps://tolovehonorandvacuum.com/
http://sheilawraygregoire.com/
https://www.instagram.com/sheilagregoire/
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode I speak with Dr Tina Schermer Sellers who is an Author and PHD in Clinical Sexology.
We discuss;
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The history of Purity culture in America
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Christianity & politics
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How American & christianity ruined sex
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Sex before marriage
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Sex in Christianity
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Masturbation
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How to educated your children regarding sex & sexuality
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Porn
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Divine sex
Connect with Dr Tinahttps://www.tinaschermersellers.com/
https://www.instagram.com/drtinashameless/
Books referencedGod, Sex and the Conservative Church
Shameless Parenting
https://www.tinaschermersellers.com/books
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak with Blair an exvangelical content creator behind the instagram account "Talk Purity To Me".
We discuss:
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Blair's journey growing up in the conservative christian south of America.
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The problems with purity culture
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Abuse of power in religious structures
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What is purity culture & why is it harmful?
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Feminism
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https://www.instagram.com/talkpuritytome/
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we chat with Cinda Banks, an Australian sex and relationship coach who shares about her unique marriage where both her and her husband are openly sexually non-monogomous.
We discuss- Polyamory
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How a non-monogomous marriage works
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Co-dependent relationships
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Sexual fluidity
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Sex
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Traditional marriage and relationships
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Sexual morality
Connect with Cindrahttps://www.instagram.com/cindrabanks/
https://www.instagram.com/consciouscouplescoaching/
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-relationships-show/id1436788411
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak with former pastor & Youth Alive founder Anthony Venn Brown about his life being subject to countless forms of gay conversion practices within christianity.
We disucss
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Homosexuality and christianity
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Is being gay a choice
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Harms caused by christian theology
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Being married and having kids while gay
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Why still be a christian when the church rejects gay people?
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Does the bible condemn homosexuality?
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Are homosexual relationships unhealthy?
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Church leaders and sexual abuse.
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Gay conversion therapy and gay conversion practices.
Connect with Anthony -
- Organisation: www.abbi.org.au
- Autobiography: www.alifeofunlearning.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gayambassador/
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak with Kim Zember a once gay and how changed woman who found freedom in no longer acting on her same-sex desires.
We discuss
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The catholic position on same sex relationships
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homosexuality, is it a sin?
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The harm caused to others when in a same sex relationship
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What is identity?
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What does the bible say is a sin?
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Kim's journey away from a same sex lifestyle
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Politics and LGBTQ+ rights
Connect with Kimhttps://changedmovement.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kimzember/
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode I speak with Dan & Jo, a married couple who still identify as conservative christians, part of the Seventh Day Adventist Denomination. Dan & Jo current host the Enough Room Podcast.
We discuss
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Being gay in a conservative christian church
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Getting married & having a gay relationship
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Stereotypes and judgements they face
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Are they over speaking up about their journey
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How they read the bible passages relating to homsexuality
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Do they still belong in the christian community
Connect with Dan & Jo
https://www.instagram.com/enough.room/?hl=en
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/enough-room/id1519649071
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
This episode we speak with Blair a recent YWAM volunteer about his journey growing up in Christian purity culture.
We discuss
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Christianity
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Evangelicalism
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Male Sexuality
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Purity culture at its best and worst
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Deconstruction
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"Secular" sexuality at its best and worst
Connect with Blair
Blair's music
https://soundcloud.com/blaircoyle/amiss?ref=clipboard
https://www.instagram.com/blaircoylemedia/
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we chat with best selling author ex pastor & now branding coach Joshua Harris. Joshua Harris rose to prominance in the evangelical world with his best selling book I Kissed Dating Goodbye. It has been 20 years since he wrote the book and his world view is quite different.
We discuss;
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Purity culture
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Chaging your mind
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Sexuality
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How change occurs
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His journey out of purity culture
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His journey our of christianity.
Connect with Joshua Harris
https://www.instagram.com/harrisjosh/
https://clearandloud.com/
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this special episode recorded last year with Cam, we speak with Olivia Seline, a spiritual teacher, womens embodiment mentor & Reiki Master. If you make it past the click bait you will hear us chat about;
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Reiki
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what is it to be "well f*cked"
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crystals
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Energy
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Her journey from evangelicalism into 'new age' ways of thinking
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Different types of sex
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Knowing whats 'true'
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Trusting yourself
Connect With Oliviahttps://www.oliviaseline.com/
https://www.instagram.com/oliviaseline_/
Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/olivia-seline-the-podcast/id1477333609
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Music:Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
This episode I speak with Only Fans content creator Nikole Mitchell about her journey her journey from church to Only Fans.
In this conversation we discuss;
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Being a Woman on Only Fans
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Ethics of Porn
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Sex
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Sexual Ethics
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Being Judged
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Being a mother & making porn
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Life on Onlyfans
Connect with Nikole
https://www.instagram.com/mitchellnikole/?hl=en
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
This episode I chat with friend of the show Kevin, who is a youtuber/ Only Fans content creator. Kevin joined me live from his home in Florida,
We spoke about;
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Watching Porn
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Making porn
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The Journey to Only Fans
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How Only Fans works
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Personal boundaries
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Business v expoitation
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Down sides of Only Fans
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Problem with Porn
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Life as a youtuber
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What his family think
Learn more about Kevin
https://www.instagram.com/monkeyabroad/?hl=en
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3rFXJSd3qh9tfXwqlgg9yQ
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode I chat with long time friend of the show & 'Feminine Wholeness Coach' Morgan Day Cecil. This is the second time Morgan has been on the show appearing in episode 2.
In this episode we explore;
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Female beauity standards
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Cosmetic surgury & fake breasts
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Patriarchy & the male perspective
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Sexuality & spirituality
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Christianity
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Sex & pleasure
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Feminine wholeness
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What is sexual 'energy'
Connect with Moganhttps://www.instagram.com/morgandaycecil/channel/
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode I chat with artist, musician and friend of the show Brie Stoner. You may have heard Brie Richard Rohr's podcast Another Name for Every Thing (ANFET).
We discuss;
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Contempation
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What is a Mystic?
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What is Mystacism
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Progressive & Convervative christian world views
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Did the resurection literally happen
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Inclusive christianity
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Our never ending battle with superioirity
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Us vs them ways of viewing the world
Connect with Briehttps://www.instagram.com/briestoner/
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode I once again speak with Rachel & Derek from @yourfavoriteheretics. We discuss christianity after deconstruction and why its worth continuing identifying as a Christian.
We discuss -
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Christianity as a world view
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What is left after deconstruction
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Atheism v Jesus
Connect with Rachel & Derek.
https://www.instagram.com/yourfavoriteheretics/?hl=en
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode I speak with Rachel & Derek from @yourfavoriteheretics. We explore their journey into christianity from atheism & how they ended up self identifying as 'heretics'
We discuss
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What is Toxic Theology
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Sexism, patriarchy
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End times & revlation
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Who is Jesus? What does that mean?
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Why remain christian?
Connect with Rachel & Derek.
https://www.instagram.com/yourfavoriteheretics/?hl=en
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode I speak with non-denominational Bible teacher Gabriel Finochio, about the problem with "Woke Theology" and progressive/liberal Christians.
We disucss;
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The danger of Liberal Theology
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The problem with Liberals
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Marxism, Socialism & communism
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What is the orthodox gospel message
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Why utopia cannot be achieved
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The common sense of believing in God
Connect with Gabriel.
https://www.instagram.com/gabrielfinochio/?hl=en
https://theosu.ca/authors/gabriel-finochio
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Music: Lawson Hull
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This episode I speak with Author, Speaker & Activist Brian Mclaren & some of the themes of his latest book Faith After Doubt.
In this episode we explore
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How to read the bible
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Authoritarianism
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Growing trend of Deconstruction
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4 Stages of development
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The role of doubt in growth
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Humanism V Christianity
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Brian's journey our of fundamentalism
Connect with Brian.
https://brianmclaren.net/
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak with Theology Professor, Church Anti-Racism Leader, Social Change Practitioner Dr Drew Hart about how capitalism, white supremacy & Christianity all seem to fit together & where & when Christianity stopped looking like Jesus.
Topics we discuss
- Capitalism & communism
- Colonial & slave filled history of the Christian church
- Differences between the 'black church' and 'white church'
- Christianity's resistance to social justice
- Reading the bible through individualism
To connect with Dr Drew Hart
https://drewgihart.com/
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/inverse-podcast/id1358332600
https://twitter.com/druhart?lang=en
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we chat with Claudia Allen who is a write and speaker, about the intersection of religion, politics & race and how the image of a 'white jesus' seems to tie it all together.
We discuss;
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White supremacy
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Racism
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Seventh-Day Adventism
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White evangelicalism
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The idea of a white & black Jesus
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Christiantiy & oppression
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Social justice & Jesus
To connect with Claudia Allenhttps://www.instagram.com/iamclaudiaallen/?hl=en
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
Find out what we really think
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we chat with Phil Drysdale a man who helps people deconstruct and those who are struggling with their faith.
In this episode we discuss;
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Deconstruction
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Labeling & judging others
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Non-duality
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Fundamentalism
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How Christianity misreads the bible
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How Jesus read the bible
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Social justice
Connect with Phil
https://www.phildrysdale.com/
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
Find out what we really think
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this Episode we chat with Marcia Montenegro about her journey from the 'new age' into Christianity, and what she believes is the seduction of new age christianity amongst younger generations of christians.
We disucss;
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Rob bell
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Richard Rohr
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Astrology
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Atonement Theories
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What is so harmful about Progressive christianity
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Why she became a christian
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a Person v Impersonal god.
Connect with Marcia
http://www.christiananswersforthenewage.org/
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode I chat with friend of the show Dr Peter Rollins about atheist, theism and how he believes both to be an important part of christianity.
We discuss -
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Encountering the resurrection
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Atheism
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Christianity
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Atheism for lent
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Humanism
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What will make us whole and complete?
-Crucifixtion
Win a ticket to Atheism for Lent 2021
https://www.instagram.com/p/CKpdbMVH-Kx/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
To connect with Peter Rollins
www.peterrollins.com
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
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Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode I speak with new friend of the show, ex-mega church pastor, speaker, podcaster & author Rob Bell. We talk about his new book Everything is Spiritual what the hell that means.
We discuss -
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Is Rob a univeralist?
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What is a heretic?
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The bible & politics
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What is the Bible?
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Why are we here?
To connect with Rob Bell
https://robbell.com/
https://robbell.com/portfolio/robcast/
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
Find out what we really think
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode I chat with Bart Campolo, humanist chaplain and son of Pastor Tony Campolo. We talk about Bart Campolo's journey from being a christian pastor to athiest/ humanist chaplain.
We explore
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the stages deconstructing christians go through on their journey to an atheistic world view.
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Progressive christian world views
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Peter Rollins
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Richard Rohr & universal christ
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Benefits of religion
Connect with Bart Campolo
Twitter - https://twitter.com/BartCampolo?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
Website - https://bartcampolo.org/
Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/humanize-me/id964316524?mt=2
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Music:Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak with Jarrod Mckenna, Christian activist & host of Inverse Podcast.
We Discuss -
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Christianity & Politics
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Failure of western Christianity
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Justice
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Activism
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Times When Jarrod has been arrested
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Refugees & asylum
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Radical grace
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What following Jesus looks like politically.
Connect with Jarrod
https://twitter.com/jarrodmckenna
https://twitter.com/InVersePodcast
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
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Music:Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode I chat with John from the Deconstructionist podcast.
We discuss:
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Deconstruction
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Do we read the bible 'correctly'
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Homosexuality & christianity
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Christian Trump Voters
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Feelings & the 'Holy Spirit'
Connect with John & The Deconstructionist podcast
https://thedeconstructionists.com/
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
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Music:
Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode I sit down with podcasters and meme creators Adrian and Josh from Dirty Rotten Church Kids. They share their journey from mega church pastors to deconstruction.
We explore
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guilt and shame filled church upbringings
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Questioning and deconstruction
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The problem of biblical literalism
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Is God a Man or a Woman?
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Behind the scenes of a Mega Church
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Unhelpful doctrines in Christianity
**Connect with DRCK
https://drck.podbean.com/
https://www.instagram.com/dirtyrottenchurchkids/**
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
Find out what we really thinkhttps://ideasdigest.substack.com/
Music:
Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
The interview we conduced with Pete Evans was picked up by mainstream news both in Australia and overseas. Was the Ideas Digest platform used to vilify & cancel?
Should Ideas Digest be a platform open to all ideas? or are some ideas too dangerous?
Russ and Konrad explore the challenging questions & philosophy behind the ideas digest podcast and what we aim to do... but are we failing?
https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/health/health-problems/fing-idiot-melbourne-doctor-roasts-pete-evans-over-new-covid19-comments/news-story/06c1203a5b3946152ba6f1ca6df1fc72
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8949877/Melbourne-doctor-slams-Pete-Evans-ridiculous-Covid-conspiracy-theories.html
https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2020/nov/17/pete-evans-dumped-by-channel-ten-coles-and-woolworths-after-posting-neo-nazi-symbol
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In this episode we speak with Nick from Emmy award-winning creative studio 'The Skin Deep'. The Skin Deep explores human connection in a rapidly-shifting world through multimedia experiences that illuminate the delicate and profound crossroads of human connection and ever-advancing technology.
In this episode we discuss
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Vulnerability
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Technology, is it good or bad?
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Why people agree to be filmed in their most vulnerable states
Learn more about The Skin Deep
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMseH1ZPtQQu-u7EB4ehyyw
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak with controversial Australian celebrity chef Pete Evans. Pete Evans is frequently appearing in the Australian mainstream media being accused of propagating dangerous ideas & conspiracy theories. How does he see it? We chat with Pete to learn how he sees the world.
Topics discussed;
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Vibrational frequencies
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Vax & Anti Vax
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Conspiracy theories
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Mainstream media portrayal of Pete
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What is Truth?
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Is Covid-19 real?
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Speaking up as celebrity
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Can science be trusted
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Donald Trump
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this bonus episode Russ & Konrad tell you what we really think about Trump supporters.
Normally we hide our personal views and opinions, but in this episode we show one or two of our political cards. Don't judge us too much.
We speak about;
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Money in politics
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Politics as religion
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Understanding Trump voters
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How I failed
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Questions I should have asked
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The problems of 'the left'
For more episodes like this
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In this episode I speak with a Trump supporting man named Harbir. Harbir has a strong social media presence and stronger and more forceful (sometimes abusive) following. Harbir's instagram nad youtube channel mostly talks about American politics & why Donald Trump is the answer to democracy's problems. I spoke with him live on instagram.
We speak about;
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Money in politics
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The problems of 'the left'
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Is Trump racist?
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Is Trump sexist?
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Is Trump corrupted by corporate money
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Democracy
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Freedom
Connect with Harbir
https://www.instagram.com/harbirsinghmultania/
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we hear from you, the Ideas Digest Family, sharing your short journey with this podcast. This podcast was far easier & more fun when Cam was by my side. Now its just me here behind the mic & I am so thankful for all the support from you. The Ideas Digest family & friends of the show. Thanks for being a central part of this journey.
In this episode we speak with ex- Seventh-Day Adventist Pastor Ryan Bell & explore his journey from being a christian into being an Atheist Humanist. Ryan Bell decided to live 1 year as an Atheist calling it a "Year without God" and upon completion began his "life without god".
We explore; - What is Humanism? - What humanism offers that Christianity doesn't - The limits of progressive Christianity - Love & nihilism, - Humanism v Christianity when it comes to social justice
Connect with Ryan Bell Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-after-god/id1032909038 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ryanjbell/ Website - https://lifeaftergod.org/
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We speak with friend of the show Brad Jersak. Brad is an author and teacher based in Abbotsford, BC. He serves as a reader and monastery preacher at All Saints of North America Orthodox Monastery.
We explore whether there are any limits to logic and reason and what they might be.
Connect with Brad -https://bradjersak.com/
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In this episode we speak with former pastor, podcaster (The Heretics Happy Hour) & author, Keith Giles.
In this episode we explore what compelled Kieth to stop being a pastor & change his traditional Southern Baptist understanding of the 'gospel' and 'salvation' and go into ministering to the less fortunate through building small home church communities.
Topics we discuss include;
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Fear of the 'other' or 'outsider'
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Blessings from serving others
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What does community look like
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Understanding and relating to poverty
Connect with Keith -
https://www.patheos.com/blogs/keithgiles/
https://twitter.com/keithgiles
PDF Referenced by Keith
https://relationaltithe.com/featured-resources/embezzlement-the-corporate-sin-of-contemporary-christianity/
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak with friend of the show Seth Taylor, who we spoke with in episode 23 "Porn Stars As Our Priests".
We discuss Seths personal experience with casting out 'demons' in himself and others, he believes that everyone has 'entities' inside of them based on fear & that we are able to 'cast them out'. Seth isn't what you would think of when you imagine someone who 'casts our demons'.
Topics we discuss include
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Demons
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Ghosts
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'Entities'
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Frequencies
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How Jesus and christianity fits into this
Connect with Seth
http://www.sethalantaylor.com/about-seth
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak with Brian Zahnd.Brian Zahnd is the founder and lead pastor of Word of Life Church, a Christian congregation located in the heartland of America in St. Joseph, Missouri.
We talk about;
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Is the devil real?
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Empire
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The religion of America
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The meaning of Jesus' death
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war, violence & martyrdom
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Calvinism
Connect with Brian Zahnd
https://brianzahnd.com/
https://www.instagram.com/brianzahnd/
https://twitter.com/BrianZahnd
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Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
Find out what we really think
https://ideasdigest.substack.com/
Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak with new friend of the show Kevin Garcia. Kevin is a "digital pastor, creative mystic, public theologian and intuitive soul coach based in Atlanta, GA." Kevin also identifies as Queer and "some days" a christian. We explore some of the ideas in his book entitled Bad Theology Kills and his personal experience growing up as someone who is queer within an evangelical christian denomination.
Topics we explore;
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homosexuality
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sexuality
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being LGBT in a christian context
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Conversion therapy
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self harm and suicide
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Definitions and ideas about God
Contact Kevinhttps://www.thekevingarcia.com/
https://www.instagram.com/thekevingarcia/
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak to Adam, a teacher at Southern Evangelical Seminary about what he calls the "the disease of bad ideas" leading to many millennials leaving protestantism.
Topics include;
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Deconstruction
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Famous christians publicly deconstructing (Jon Steingard of Hawk Nelson)
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What does love look like
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LGBT+ and christianity
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Natural law
Connect with Adamhttps://ses.edu/
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode Cam & Konrad look at the data, which episodes are the Ideas Digest Audience listening to? and which ones are they skipping.
We introduce 3 steps to help our dedicated Ideas Digest friends of the show level up their Ideas Digest Practice.
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Listen - Click and listen to the episodes that will challenge you most, not just one ones you will agree with.
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Ask - As you're listening or when you finish, ask a question on our recent instagram post about that episode. What questions do you wish we had asked? What did we miss?
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Respond - When you finish an episode, light up our DMs. What did it make you think? What challenged you? What did you find helpful & unhelpful about their perspective.
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak with Sara and her experience growing up in equator as an evangelical Christian. We discuss what is it like being on the receiving end of the decades of christian (both catholic and protestant) missionaries' good intentions.
Topics include
- The colonialism in Christianity
- Racism in America
- Indigenous cultures being judged as 'dark & demonic'
- White saviour complex
- Paganism
- What Christianity can learn from ancient wisdom of indigenous cultures
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we chat with friend of the show Thomas who grew up Baptist and in a Christian Baptist Community and has recently deconstructed some of the beliefs he grew up with. We discuss;
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Religious trauma
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Eternal damnation & Hell
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Who goes to hell & how you can avoid it
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His deconstruction of the idea of hell
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The Liturgist podcast that changed everything
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Baptist beliefs
Connect with us
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
Ex Seventh Day Adventist pastor Matthew Gamble is open and honest about his journey into and out of being a christian pastor. When I was 15 years old I heard Matthew preach at my church gatherings growing up. Now more than 10 years later he has made the decision to not be a pastor any longer and be open and honest about his doubt surrounding his christian faith.
We discuss:
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Does God change people?
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Where Christianity & Adventism fails
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Psilocybin, THC, & other Psychedelic drugs
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Spirituality
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
We chat with long time friend of the show Sam who shares the experience of losing his dad at 14 and how this led him into and then ultimately out of Christianity. This is a raw, human & honest conversation about death, heaven, hell & healing.
We discuss -
- Is Hell real?
- Salvation
- Free will
- Mysticism
- Evangelism
- Spiritual experiences
- Anti-evangelism
Connect with Sam
https://www.dearvincent.com/
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
We chat with Author and Scholar Brad Jersak about why he believes interpreting the bible literally (biblical literalism) leads to severe misunderstandings of Jesus & God. We explore his journey discovering a more inclusive and love based reading of the bible & how this has made him a more loving & inclusive person. We speak about;
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Penal substitution Atonement theory
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Biblical Literalism
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Is God angry or wrathful
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The nature of God
Connect with Bradhttps://bradjersak.com/
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
Music: Lawson Hull
https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
We speak with the Jon Steingard, the lead singer of christian rock band, Hawk Nelson, about his recent instagram post announcing that he is no longer a christian. Jon explains the questions he had about God & his faith that led him away from believing in a God & the new found freedom he has found in embracing the uncertainty that comes after religion.
We discuss
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"Why I longer believe in God"
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The questions that led away from Christianity
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Deconstructing as a christian public figure
Connect with Jon@jonsteingard
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
We speak with a Southern Baptist named Seth who is a regular contributor to a christian 'news' site called PNP News. We discuss why he believes women can not be pastors and what, if anything would change his stance on the issue.
In this episode we talk about;
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Biblical inerrancy
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Biblical literalism
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Women in leadership
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Women in church leadership
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The worst Christians of 2019
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requirements to be considered Southern Baptist
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Apologetics
Connect with Seth;
- Podcast: http://www.christiancommute.com/
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Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we chat with long time friend of the show, once pastor and now music producer Billy Otto. We explore his personal journey growing up in a conservative christian home, and take a closer look at some of the ideas that led him into non-trinitarian Adventist fundamentalism and then out the other side. Just some of the topics Billy explores;
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Faith
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The judgemental nature of fundamentalism
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Liberal Christianity
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Conservative Christianity
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"Remnant Theology"
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Sex
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The helpful and unhelpful ideas in Adventistism
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
We recorded one of out Friday Night Live Chats with friend of the show Eddie Hypolite. We discuss the death of George Floyd, institutionalized racism, the church & white peoples role in all of it.
Connect with Eddie
@eddiehypolite
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode we speak with christian youtuber & podcaster Justin Khoe about the journey he took to becoming a "christian who listens". We discuss evangelism, its limits, and how relationships change when there is no "agenda of conversion" attached to interactions with non-christian people.
Check out Justins work
https://www.youtube.com/user/godhasgiventruly
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Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com
Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
This episode we speak with ex 'mega church' pastor Liz, we talk about her journey going from Pastor to Heretic, what forced this transition and what has changed about her 'beliefs' as she went through some very difficult personal times that was instrumental in deconstructing her current world view and re-shaping her new way of seeing the world and 'spirituality'.
Find Liz
https://www.instagram.com/thepracticeco/
https://www.instagram.com/lizzy.milani/
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Many conservative Christians support Donald Trump. In a controversial article Dr Timothy Jennings outlines why he, as a Christian, is not overly concerned by Trump presidency. Dr Professor Jason Hines shares some of his thoughts around, Trump, racism, discrimination any why all Christians should be concerned with a "sexist, racist, homophobe" in the white house. Is Christian's religious freedom under attack? Is freedom of speech under attack?
Topics we cover -
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Racism
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Freedom of speech
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Religious freedom
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White privilege
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"Colour blind-ness"
Dr Timothy Jennings Article - https://spectrummagazine.org/views/2020/donald-trump-and-christians-whats-attraction
Dr Jason Hines response article - https://spectrummagazine.org/views/2020/donald-trump-and-conservative-christians-fatal-attraction
This episode we practice what we preach, we speak to Gemma, a "conservative-ish" christian who shares with us why she and her friends have un-followed the show, and why more conservative Christian's won't listen and take part of the practice.
Gemma's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4qjZEjc5jJobpUqZOBa30V?si=Oj67E1NNSMSLgr1kYCfqUg
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We sit down with former pastor turned controversial Cartoonist, David Hayward and discuss his journey out of being a pastor in a formal church setting into his current work of "helping people deconstruct". We explore some of his most controversial cartoons, what lead him to identify as a feminist and LGBT ally and why he finds himself more free outside of the "church".
David Hayward Info: https://www.nakedpastorstore.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nakedpastor/
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Seth Alan Taylor is a writer, speaker and life coach and in this episode Seth explains what he believes is behind the 90% of Christians and 50% of priests regularly using porn. Is porn good? bad? useful? or unhelpful. Seth shares his own person journey with porn addiction and how he believes it to be a medicine that helps us deal with our underlying trauma and hurt. Does purity culture and shame help us deal with our sexuality? or does it somehow drive the problem underground creating cycles of shame and depression? Take a listen to this very challenging episode and see if you can see where Seth is coming from.
More about Seth, his books, coaching and blog
http://www.sethalantaylor.com/
https://www.xxxchurch.com/author/seth-taylor
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Josh used to be a Pentecostal Christian, he no longer feels like that label describes his 'beliefs' best, but Atheist doesnt quote cover it either. That just leaves Agnostic right? Wrong again. What does it look like when someone doesn't fit into any of the designated boxes society sets up for us? What DOES he believe then? and how does that impact his live now? How did his church react when he deconstructed. Lots of questions and a great conversation ahead.
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In this episode we speak with Hannah about her world view and her "lack of belief in a god". Its often Christians who claim a monopoly on seeking "truth" but turns out other people seek it as well, they just might have drawn different conclusions. We explore why Hannah can't believe in a god, her journey to becoming an atheist and how she views Christians.
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In this Episode we speak to Dr Peter Rollins about his personal journey from Evangelicalism to his current work he is doing now. We discuss how his initial questioning of the 'nature of reality' was the gateway drug that lead him both in and than through Evangelicalism to come to see Christianity in a more radical and unique way. We also explore the importance of doubt, darkness and uncertainty and how going into the darkness is where we find salvation.
Learn more about Dr Peter Rollins;
www.peterrollins.com
@peter_rollins
We attempt to understand someone who Identifies as 'pro-life' and spends their Saturdays door knocking in 'key electorates' for the Australian Christian Lobby ... However no one want's to talk? In this episode we get asked to leave a 'pro-life' meet up, and our quest to understand a politically active Christian is denied. Are they afraid of the metaphorical 'mirror' that asking questions holds up to their face? or are members of the Australian Christian Lobby truly the abused and oppressed minority victimised for standing by their moral compass in a quickly morally devolving world? With no one willing to speak with us and answer our questions, sadly all we have are assumptions made from being locked on the outside. We are hoping to correct our assumptions soon by opening a conversation in person, to anyone willing to step beyond their "tribe", and categories and meet the good heart of humanity we believe everyone holds.
Matt enjoys hunting deer in Australia and overseas. May people have strong assumptions and heavy judgements about people who hunt animals for sport and recreation. We chat and find out what is so appealing about hunting does he actually enjoy killing animals? Would he hunt a lion? a monkey? a human? Under what circumstances would he become a vegetarian and does he consider himself an environmentalist? You might be surprised by some of his answers.
In this episode we sit down with ex-pastor, Mike, who no longer believes that the Bible is the "in-errant word of God". We explore what this means, and how he sees and uses the bible now. We explore how and why Mike has made such a drastic shift in his 'theology' and what that means for him personally. We touch on the topics of;
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Gay marriage
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Women in leadership
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"Gods calling"
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How his politics has changed as a result of this new reading of the bible.
In this episode Cam and Konrad discuss the methods we personally use to try and navigate our way through an ever increasing confusing landscape of mis-information and fake news. We discuss Donald Trump, Anti-Vaxers, pseudo science, Pokemon and why Konrad thinks we're all (himself included) idiots. Can we know the right answer and is there even any point trying to work it all out.
In this episode I speak with Jono who sees himself more closely aligned with the position of "vax reformer". In this conversation we try to side step the debate over whether vaccines cause autism or death (although this is discussed) , and move toward understanding the thought process that lead Jono to his current position. What leads Jono to distrust the established scientific consensus on the safety and efficacy of vaccines?
When it comes to politics, why is it that Christianity seems to lack empathy? Jesus came to show love to the widow, orphan, prostitute, tax collector, the outsider, the marginalised and oppressed... Why cant I see any of these values in any of the policies represented by major Christian political parties and figures, and why is it that Christians seem to vote against their own moral code?
Konrad has a few theories, take a listen, don't agree or disagree just sit with it and share your thoughts.
In this episode we speak with an Australian Buddhist about how accepting the principle of "conditional arising" and how it explains... everything and ultimately leads to 'enlightenment'. Siladasa grew up christian but was drawn to Buddhism at a young age as he searched for 'more'. Siladasa believes that a lack of societal awareness of this principle might be part of the explanation as to why we are unable to take meaningful steps towards solving large scale social issue, like climate change and poverty. Is Buddhism the only way to 'enlightenment?' are Christians wrong? Connect with us Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Instagram: @ideasdigest intro music: Lawson Hull https://soundcloud.com/lawson-hull
I speak with a communist... but what does that even mean? I find out, what kind of communist he is, what made him a communist and why being a communist is a good thing.
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I speak with Arden about her journey to becoming a Transgender woman and why she thinks she is blessed. We ask some questions many people are afraid to ask and get to know a bit more about the world view of a transgender woman who still identifies as a christian despite a difficult journey with the church.
Resources Arden Recommends:
Austin Lionheart - youtube channel
Book - Transforming: The Bible and the Lives of Transgender Christians
Author - Julia Serano
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What are Liberal Voters thinking? Why would they vote for this Morrison Government after all the leadership changing chaos. In this episode I speak with a life long Liberal/Nationals supporter who says he probably would never vote any other way? Find out why, as we discuss his top voting issues of religious freedom & what makes up the sound economic management of Australia.
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Talking politics with Greens voter Cam. Cam is a excavator operator from Melbourne, who is a life long greens voter and apparently never had dreadlocks. In this episode I talk to cam about the environment, money in politics and why tax is good. He maintains he isn't a "historical" communist but I'll let you make up your own mind.
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Martin is a Queensland factory worker who cast his first vote for the Greens and has ended up being an avid supporter of Fraser Anning and his newly established conservative party. In this episode we discuss immigration, guns and all the controversy surrounding Fraser Anning. Find out why Martin supports the Fraser Anning Conservative party, in this episode of Ideas Digest.
Links Martin Recommends
https://www.conservativenationalparty.org/
The Unshackled podcast - https://www.conservativenationalparty.org/
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Before the upcoming election, we talk Politics. Chris is a nearly retired medical scientist, who used to vote for the LNP and in his later years now changed his vote in favor of the Labor party. In this episode I talk to Chris about why he changed his vote, what issues matter to him most and why he thinks Labor is worth your vote. We cover topics including, the lefts 'reckless spending', drug policy, climate change, and taxing the rich.
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In this episode we speak with Eddie Hypolite about Racism in Australia, his experience and perspective. Does racism exist in Australia? Is it possible for white people so see it and understand that? Recommended reading from Eddie Tim Wise Ta-Nehisi Coates - Between the World and Me (Book) Michael Eric Dyson James H Cone Ava Devine - The Thirteenth (Netflix)
Contact Eddie Book - Living from here @eddiehypolite - instagram/twitter
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We speak with Jasmin a woman from a christian background who has fundamentally changed how she views masturbation. We talk about how her new perspective has been helpful to her in moving forward in her relationship with herself and her marriage.
Resources Jasmin spoke about;
Podcasts
Sexy Tuxedo Jesus - http://www.romanceandadventure.com/podcast
The Authentic Sex podcast with Juliet Allen - http://www.juliet-allen.com/
Susana Frioni
BooksPussy: A Reclamation - Mama Gina
Come as You Are - Emily Nagoski
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Special announcement about my upcoming 4 part mini series leading up to the Australian Election in 2019.
Do you Vote Liberal? Labor? Greens? One Nation? or Someone else? I would love to talk to you more about why!
If you like to talk about politics, know someone who likes to talk about politics, send me an email on
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Rob Bell episode referenced.
Episode 122 - We need to talk about politics
https://robbell.com/portfolio/robcast/
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Beware the misleading click-bait title! Although we do briefly touch on the topic of one night stands, we mostly delve deep into the topic of relationships and the impact that 'time' has on how meaningfulness a relationship becomes in our lives. We also follow take this conversation into the idea of mindfulness and how it can help us connect with those around us. I hope you enjoy our chat with our good friend Mark Harrison as much as we did!
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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/markharrison4
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In this episode we speak with Morgan Day Cecil about the shame that often surrounds female sexuality and we explore the idea of Seduction as a Spiritual practice.
Connect with Morgan!
Instagram @morgandaycecil
http://morgandaycecil.com/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2InnDVZX2OIEO2WV0uLNIw
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Dr Tim Jennings is a psychiatrist, master psychopharmacologist, spending much of his time researching the cross over between biblical principals and modern brain science. In this episode we discuss the idea of homosexuality and how a "wrong" reading and interpretation of the biblical text has empowered a stance of judgement rather than a stance of love.
More Tim Jenning's body of work - https://comeandreason.com/index.php/en/
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"You have no free will" Brooke speaks with Konrad discussing the idea of Free Will how the acknowledgment of limited free will has unlocked empowered Konrad to a position of great empathy for those around him.
Recorded live in Hubro Cafe Newcastle
Go deeper into the idea Konrad presented -
Free will podcast -'This podcast' https://thiswithvishnu.podbean.com/
Peter Rollins - https://peterrollins.com/
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Ideas digest is a podcast community that records its episodes live at Hubro in Newcastle Australia. We engage with challenging ideas on the ground level, breaking through the controversy to find our collective humanity. In this episode we introduce the concept of ideas digest and what our purpose is.
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Peter rollins clip full: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4NbvHf-AI0&t=74s
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