Dismantle Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Creating Community, Not Converts. Dismantle Podcast is a show aimed at bridging the gap between church and culture, discussing topics the church needs to dialogue about.
Joey sits down with Shirley Phelps-Roper, a member of Westboro Baptist Church in Topeka, KS. In this difficult conversation, we hear the motivations and viewpoints of one of the nation's most well-known hate groups and how Jesus is their guiding light. LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED.
Listen to Todd Morrison share to share his story about addiction, the LGBTQ community, missionary parents, and what the church is really afraid of. CONNECT: https://toddmorrison.live
Listen to Paul Blake share about atheism, morality, and making the world a better place. CONNECT: @dismantlepod
What if we removed all the branding of church? What would it look like to have a functioning discipleship model? This and more is on the mind of Eugene Kim. Listen to our new episode!
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Do people really care what you believe? Does it really play out in our faith? J. Warren Welch joins us to discuss faith in action, fostering, and how people can see your theology it motion.
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We see a world that changes on a dime, one that is demanding for a response. How do we best engage with it? How does our theology impact the world we live in? Walter Slade Jr. joins us to discuss this and what people really think when they're in "the ditch."
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What do you do when everything around you is on fire? How can deconstruction actually lead to something greater in our faith? Brain Zahnd has a wonderful perspective on this and more!
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In this mini-episode of Dismantle Podcast, we chat with Peter Pendell about church abuse, how to spot it, and what to do about it.
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What does church revival look like? Could it actually be the deconstruction community? Rachel Spears shares this and more in our latest episode!
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What do weddings, the Greatest Showman, and being who God made us to be have to do with each other? Colby Martin shares his insights with us on this latest episode of Dismantle Podcast.
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What is Christianity's obsession with sex? If we're not talking about it, we're trying to convert people's orientations. Luke Wilson shares his experience with Liberty University, conversion therapy, and what the Church can do to actually listen.
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Twitter. Instagram. Facebook. Xanga. What role should social media play in our churches? What about sabbath and disengaging from the platforms? Ian Simkins joins us to chat about this and more in our new episode!
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What did the early church gather around? What was their focus? And why did Billy Graham screw it up for us? Tim Gombis joins us to describe the meal of the church and the power it truly holds for transformation!
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What is gaslighting and how do you identify it? Eli Weinstein shares his professional experience and what to look for with religious, emotional, spiritual, and physical abuse.
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Come listen to Rev. Sarah Heath share her story, some of the good, the bad, and the curious! We discuss her role in ministry, her time on sabbatical, and the role curiosity plays in her faith! CONNECT: @Revsarahheath
What's the digital responsibility of the church in a post-pandemic world? Caleb J. Line has a few ideas on how to best engage a culture and church that is hybrid with digital and in-person.
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What's the connection between how we understand God, ourselves, the world, and then how we live that out? Our guest Matthias Roberts has some thoughts and experience with this, including therapy, the LGBTQ+ community, and understanding how God sees us!
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Is there a way to avoid deconstruction fatigue? Andrew Kerbs thinks so. Listen to our new episode as we look into the idea of barriers and guardrails along the deconstruction path.
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@deconstructeverything
What's the problem with Progressive Christianity? How do we define what that even is? Josh, Ryan, & Sam, hosts of Table Theology, have some thoughts and experience on social activism, progressive churches, even getting kicked out of their home church. And yet, they still feel drawn to historical christianity. Listen as we dive into what we agree on, where we differ, and how we can move forward together, although, that may not be the most important thing.
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@tabletheology
What do you do with a narcissist behind the pulpit? What about when critiques come from people who have no skin in the game? Steve Cuss shares with us some thoughts on how to engage when feedback comes our way.
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Can you be "privately affirming" of the LGBTQ Community? Can you keep your thoughts and preferences to yourself? Grace Baldridge joins us to discuss allies, pronouns, and faith in action!
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What is a post-deconstruction church like? What does the community reflect? Josh White in Portland shares some of his experience and thoughts in our latest episode about how the church can serve those in the deconstruction space and focus on the bright future ahead.
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What does it look like to take theoretical concepts and bring them to material impact? Zach Lambert has some ideas. Listen as we discuss topics like race, activism, and deconstruction and how the church should be engaging on a physical level.
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What does spiritual abuse look like? How can you identify spiritual manipulation? What's the difference between the two? Natalie Kember joins us to discuss her experience and calling out spiritual abuse within the church. CONNECT: @freedomfromspiritualabuse
What role can the Psalms play in the process of deconstruction? Drew Nelson from The Here Podcast shares with us how the deconstruction process connects to the middle poems book in the Bible and how it can lead to greater understanding our our circumstances, our spirituality, and our selves.
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@theherepodcast
how does 'open & relational theology" completely change everything we know about God?
Thomas J. Oord returns to the show to discuss the idea of total control, total agency, and what the relationship with God truly looks like.
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Ali Hoffman of "The Oodles of Doodles" joins us to discuss art, catholicism, and how Jesus is the great denominator across our belief preferences. CONNECT: @theoodlesofdoodles
We're all tired of talking about politics. But what can we learn from diving deeper into the subject? Samuel Deuth joins us to discuss the current political spectrum, the role of the christian in them, and finding the blessing of God on our nation. CONNECT: @smanueldeuth
What's the role of sermons? Do we even need them? Cortland Coffey joins us to dissect the purpose of these spiritual Ted-talks and whether or not we need messages the way we've designed them. CONNECT: @cortlandcoffey
What if you were wrong about the things you were wrong about? That's what Derek Webb is asking. In his reevaluation of faith and belief, listening in on this amazing conversation about a new fundamentalism, the person of Jesus, and the new project of transparency Derek is bringing us all into.
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Listen to this special episode of Dismantle Podcast as host Joey Monteleone shares where the show has been, where it is, and where it's headed!
Is revival of a religious culture really possible in our age today? Listen to Justin McRoberts share about the new fundamentalism being created, the aspect of leadership, and agency we have to make what's ours better right now.
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What has the evolution of the Christian music industry looked like over the last 20 years? Ethan Luck shares his perspective on the changes, supporting other musicians, and the engagement of the church in the future.
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Church Staff gets a bad rap - probably because we've set it up that way. What is the common thread of church leader personalities? Whats the hiring and firing process for families like? Why do churches all need to look alike? This and more is some of our conversation with Joy Vetterlein.
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What if we got the carpenter from Nazareth completely wrong. Arron Gillespie of Underoath shares his perspective on how being authentic and genuine speaks louder than your belief. CONNECT: @underoath
What is heterosexism? A big word you've probably never heard. But the church thrives in it. Is it good? Bridget Eileen Rivera joins us for a new episode to discuss this and more!
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@travelingnun
What could we learn from the two aspects of salvation and how it connects to the LGBTQ+ community? Rev. Dr. Marcia Ledford, Esq. shares her perspective on the power of sharing love and dignity to all people and how living out our salvation is the other half of the "salvation moment."
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What is it like parenting in a same-sex marriage? Is it any different from that of heterosexual families? David Clark-Sally joins us to discuss the dynamics and focus on his family and the church in our special Father's Day episode! CONNECT: @Davidclarksally
Is there a faithful way of deconstruction that has nothing to do with Jesus? Micah J. Murray joins us to discuss in an honest and transparent way his journey of deconstruction and reconstruction aside from a faith system.
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We've all heard stories of friends coming out to various communities. But when you're neck-deep in your evangelical community and your daughter comes out, what do you do? Staci Frenes joins us to discuss this and her new book "Love Makes Room." CONNECT: www.stacifrenes.com
What does church decline say about our culture? Is this the end of the evangelicalism we know or are we missing something? Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons shares with us the opportunity of the current age of church and how to live out your christianity through activism and daily life.
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@guthriegf
What do pastors really go through? Does anyone tell them what theyre getting into beforehand? Pastor and author Arthur J. James joins us to discuss some of the dark side of ministry and what the congregation can do to support the work but also the unity of the church. CONNECT: www.arthurjjames.com
How do you accept yourself? You've got the front row seat to your flaws, faults, and thoughts. How do we see ourselves the way God does, and what exactly is that? Kurtis Vanderpool joins us to discuss self-acceptance and the role it plays in our spirituality. CONNECT: @kurtisvanderpool
What are these frameworks we've made and why are they so important to us? Gable Price joins the show to talk about offense, growth, and being a middle child in our new episode!
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Where did the term "love the sinner, hate the sin" come from? Is it biblical? Is it necessary? Lucy Davies joins the show to discuss the phrase, what it really means, and maybe why we shouldn't use it anymore.
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@aqueersearchforfaith
We've been deconstructing for sure. But how about doing so from a secular perspective? Brady Hardin joins us to share his story and perspective about the church, deconstruction, and the LGBTQ+ community. CONNECT: @bradyhardin
With all we need to focus on in our lives, what qualifies as 'important' when everything is so demanding? Kendra Adachi from The Lazy Genius joins us to discuss how to be a genius about some things, lazy about others, and discovering balance in our lives and souls.
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@thelazygenius
What does it look like to "Live well"? What does that even mean? Jared Byas stopped by the podcast to chat about this and more from his new book!
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Why would anyone go to church? Whats a reason to actually stay and work through the shit? Kevin Makins joins us to discuss this and more themes from his book, "Why Would Anyone Go To Church?"
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Purity Culture: some of you just cringed, others are saying, "What?" Jessie Drysdale joins the show to discuss some of the lies that purity culture propagates and how we can walk in truth. CONNECT: @exvangelicallessons
Join us for a special episode about, with, and fostering community! Podcasters in the deconstruction space sat down for an in-depth conversation about community, it's opportunities, as well as struggles!
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@thenewevangelicals
@thespacebetweenuk
@thepostmodernfish
@uncertainpodcast
Many people leave church. But what happens when it wasn't your choice, like, your pastor asked you to leave? Tim Whitaker of The New Evangelicals sat down in a raw, unfiltered, and hilarious conversation about when the church disagrees with itself, the leadership and its people.
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What's it like to be inside a cult? Is it filled with rituals and sacrifices, or is it more discreet than that?
Anthony (Nippy) Ames and Sarah Edmondson from "A Little Bit Culty Podcast" join us to chat about their experience and how people of all religious spheres can recognize "culty" behavior.
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@alittlebitculty
What if you could completely understand your strengths and weaknesses, while growing in maturity, awareness, and even spirituality? Drew Newkirk joins us to discuss the enneagram and the powerful aid it gives to psychotherapists and people alike!
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@drewnewkirkpsychotherapy
What if following Jesus has nothing to do with church? What if you need to unlearn everything you were taught so you can actually "follow"? This and more are the themes of today's new episode with Mat Koenig!
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@valuedrivencoaching
How does Jesus ACTUALLY save us from our sins? Is it with blood? Does God the Father hate us and Jesus just happened to get in the way? Keith Giles returns to share with us a new framework for understanding Penal Substitutionary Atonement.
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@keithgiles
Is there an unknown potential around collaboration? What do we miss if we don't collaborate? Will Anderson (Parachute, Reaves) shares this and more in our new episode!
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@reavesmusic
A Christian and a Rabbi walk into a podcast... Join us for our phenomenal conversation with Rabbi Daniel Bortz as we discuss the parallels of Judaism and Christianity, how we view scripture, and the unity we can build together. CONNECT: @millennialrabbi www.millennialrabbi.com Beneath the Surface Podcast
Is deconstruction a destination? A new fundamentalism? How do we understand it? Melanie and Gary-Alan from Holy Heretics Podcast join us to discuss this and more!
CONNECT: @holyhereticspodcast @sophia.society
What does the Bible mean when it says "Dont drink if it will offend someone"? What does prohibition and the church have to do with each other? Our guest Allan Heida shares this and more on today's new episode!
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@althebrewer
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Ever think Youth Ministry is weird? It is. And we're going to talk about it with the creators of the mockumentary "Youth Min."
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When a community that is central to your family, your culture, and your spirituality no longer accepts you as one of their own, how do you navigate the "world"? Kayla Felten from Reclamation Collective joins us to discuss this and more in our 170th episode!
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@reclamationcollective
Is money truly evil? Is it a trap or a tool? Travis Chappell joins us to discuss the idea of finances, church management of that, and how we can build a better financial future.
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Karyn Thurston, of "Heathen Podcast" joins us to discuss how to create spiritually healthy kids while deconstructing!
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@heathenpodcast
What do we do with shame? How does it really affect our lives? Dr. Brian Goldman shares his thoughts on this and more in today's episode of Dismantlepod.
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@NightShiftMD
When an IG handle provides better vernacular trauma, what can the church learn from it? Troy from "Religion Shouldn't Hurt" shares this and how to create common language to prevent church abuse.
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@religionshouldnthurt
Have we used the Bible in a way it was never intended to be used? Have we found a few verses on homosexuality and crafted a theology of our own making? Colby Martin joins us to discuss this and more on our new episode!
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metoo #churchtoo #timesup - it's all around us. But what happens when that applies TO YOUR pastor? Tiffany Bluhm joins us to discuss this and more from her new book!
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@tiffanybluhm
What's the connect between belief and experience? Can both exist when connecting to a Higher Power? Author and poet Thea Matthews joins the show to discuss this and more in today's new episode! CONNECT: @theamatthews_ www.theamatthews.com
Today on Dismantle Podcast we’re discussing the need for reclaiming feminism for Christianity. Meghan Tschanz joins us to discuss power differentials, sexual abuse, and what the church can do about it.
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"I'm constantly fascinated with the person of Jesus" - someone who no longer identifies as a Christian.
But what does the church do with someone like that, someone who asks questions and isn't satisfied with simplistic answers? Jon Steingard joins the show to discuss his story, his questions, and his doubts in our new episode!
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@jonsteingard
Why a gay man would join the LDS Church? Especially if you didn't grow up in that environment? Dennis Schleicher joins the show to discuss the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints as well as his new book!
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@denschleicher
What exactly is "deconstruction"? We use it all the time, its within every faith community's fears, but can we define it? Does it have data attached to it so we can understand? Guest Phil Drysdale joins us to discuss this and more in our new episode!
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@phildrysdale
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With all the "wars" being fought today, does there really need to be one between progressive and conservative Christians? Brenda Marie Davies of God Is Grey joins the show to discuss how the church protects itself, the location of the new progressive movement, and more!
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INSTAGRAM: @godisgrey
What role did women play in the early church? What exactly is the Feminine Genius? Simone Rizkallah joins the show to chat about this and much more!
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@culturalgypsy
We've all been there; when is sharing our thoughts the right thing and when is it the wrong thing? Michael Sedler shares his thoughts as well as perspectives from his book of the same name in today's Dismantle Podcast.
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The Christianity many of us were introduced to had a rugged masculinity attached to it; one that demands a stoicism and strict adherence to just “being the best we can.” Why have we replaced the Jesus of the Bible with a cowboy in essence? Kristin Du Mez joins us to discuss this and more themes within her book "Jesus & John Wayne." Connect: Twitter: @kkdumez www.kristindumez.com
Join us on a special episode of Dismantle Podcast where we sit down with singer/songwriter Jon Guerra and do a deep dive of his powerful song, "Citizens."
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What does a life truly balanced look like? Can you really set goals AND achieve them? Author Paul Croswell dives into this and more along side his new book in todays Dismantle Podcast episode.
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Can the ideal of nationalism and Christianity compatible? What exactly is nationalism? A religion? Stephen Backhouse joins us to discuss this and more in our powerful new episode!
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What does the christian life look like, not as a one-time event, but as an on-going process? Pastor and author Rich Villodas joins us to discuss these ideas and more from his book of the same title.
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The persecution complex among christians is something to behold. Where does it come from? Is it founded in scripture or our minds? Jo Luehmann joins the show to discuss this and more in today's new episode!
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@joluehmann
Has the church adapted to the current changes in the world? William & Katy from "The Space Between" podcast dive into this and more in today's episode of Dismantle Pod!
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@thespacebetweenuk
How can grief be both and intellectual glass of water and an emotional hurricane? Chris & Amanda Pahls join the show to discuss life, love, loss, and community, all needed for understanding the topic of grief.
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@chrispahls
What do we do with the Bible? Amidst its complexities, its something rarely discussed from the pulpit. Guest Will Thorpe dives into some thoughts on the Word of God and its accuracy. CONNECT: @heretical_theology
Vaccines, and Anti-Vax, and COVID oh my! Where does the church fall when discussing vaccines? Sherine Guirguis graciously joins the show to discuss this and provide more understanding around the subject of vaccines.
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www.gocommonthread.com
What does a connection to the spirit realm really look like? Listen to medium Kay Reynolds share about her gifting and connection to God in this new dismantle episode! CONNECT: www.kayreynolds.org
What can the church learn from classic and modern iconography? Is there a way to capture story through images in a way more powerful than any sermon? Listen as Kelly Latimore shares thoughts and perspective on creative icons for the church.
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@kellylatimoreicons
Sexual brokenness is everywhere in our society, in our culture, and in our church. Jay Stringer joins us to discuss therapy, unwanted behaviors, and the issues under the issues that may surprise you. CONNECT: www.jay-stringer.com
We all know that Christianity is a "relationship, not a religion." But how do we act on that 'knowledge.' Pastor and author Bruxy Cavey joins us to chat about his new book, "The End of Religion" and its themes for the individual and church. CONNECT: @bruxycavey www.bruxy.com
If a child stole a bike, broken it, and then apologized for breaking it, you'd make them give it back, right? This and so much more are the themes of today's episode with Mark Charles. Mark is a dual citizen of the United States and the Navajo Nation, and recently ran for the president of the United States and an independent candidate.
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@wirelesshogan
www.wirelesshogan.com
What does the church gain by rushing past the experience and perspective of a life lived? What's the problem with rushing to the point of the narrative? Ryan Daniel Dobson joins us to discuss this, as well as his new film "Hosea." CONNECT: www.hoseafilm.com
Why doesn't the church engage well on sex? Is there something we missed as Christians? Listen to Brandan Robertson share his research and thoughts on the subject.
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What is it about saying the words "White Supremacy" from the pulpit that make us unable to move? Daniel Hill joins the show to chat about diversity, race, and what the church could do to begin dismantling the issue that divides us so deeply. CONNECT: www.pastordanielhill.com
What exactly "is" the Church? Is it an institution, and is that enough? Or is there another way the Church should be functioning? Bradley Jersak & W. Paul Young dive into a raw and touching conversation with an honest look at the Church.
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https://bradjersak.com
What does 'Spirit Led' Parenting look like? How should the church partner with parents along the journey?
Seth Dahl dives into this and more on our latest episode!
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Is the Bible really "enough"? What does it say about our deepest flaws and emotions? Join Dismantle Podcast as we chat with the stars and producers of "Gun & A Hotel Bible."
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@gunandahotelbible
Should theology be something that's heard once and applied forever, or does it grow and change with our experience? Podcast host and pastor Josh Patterson of (Re)Thinking Faith Podcast joins Dismantlepod to chat about theology, humility, and the role of anchoring ourselves to a box or a person. CONNECT: @rethinking_faith
If they wont come to you, you may have to go to them. Its a business model for marketing, but what does the church think? Leanor Ortega Till sat down with us to discuss her work and journey with meeting people where they are and what the church can learn from that! CONNECT: @leanorinezortegatill @fiveironfrenzy www.urbanskye.org
When you're rejected for what you do, what's one thing. When you're rejected for who you are, that's different. Listen to Tim Ouyang, frontman of Tim Be Told, share his experience with the music industry, the church, and why the church needs queer people.
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@timbetold
"Your Favorite Heretics" (Derek & Rachel Myers) join the show to discuss the word heresy, how the church has used heresy through the years, and what love truly looks like amidst differing beliefs. CONNECT: @yourfavoriteheretics
Sex. Violence. Massacre. And it's all in the Bible. How should the church grapple with the reality of more graphic content within the Holy Book and its connection to our lives? Joseph W. Smith III joins the show to discuss this and more, including his book, "Sex & Violence In the Bible."
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What does justice look like? In our country? In our Church? Cece Jones-Davis joins us to discuss the role of justice and how it should embody our faith. CONNECT: @cecejonesdavis www.cecejonesdavis.com www.justiceforjuliusjones.com
What's it like for a follower of Jesus in the secular music industry? Listen to Matt Sallee from Grammy Award Winning group Pentatonix share about his experience, how the church can engage in culture, and what it looks like to love people like Jesus.
CONNECT:
@mattsalleemusic
@ptxofficial
@e58worship
James Powell joins us to discuss identity, the Church, and the space made for the LGBTQIA+ community within her. Connect with James: Web: www.ThisLittleLightOfMine.CA IG: @MyLightShinesBright FB: @MyLightShinesBright Twitter: @james_powell Podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/Light
Considering Thanksgiving this week, we sat down with "The Decolonized Christian" (IG) to discuss colonization, missions work, and the "right to rule" and how that mentality has caused pains for years to come, even within the Church. CONNECT: @the_decolonized_christian www.thedecolonizedchristian.com
What happens when you start deconstructing your faith, but your spouse doesn't? If changing beliefs are changing your marriage, guest David Hayward has some thought from his new book of the same title about faith, belief, and love. Connect with David: @nakedpastor www.nakedpastor.com
Brian Peck joins the show to discuss spiritual and religious trauma and how 'safe places' in our lives have the potential to scar or heal.
CONNECT:
@roomtothrive
www.roomtothrive.com
What if the something as simple as turning on the radio for something "positive & encouraging" is actually super divisive? Grace Baldridge joins the show to discuss CCM (Contemporary Christian Music) and its implications on asking questions of your faith. Connect with Grace: @gracebaldridge Podcast: Under Our Roof Music: Semler Youtube: State of Grace
What if 'it's not your fault', but you can do something about it? Guest Jonathan Puddle dives into his new book 'You Are Enough' and the theme of learning to love ourselves the way God does. Connect with Jonathan: Social: @jonathanpuddle Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-puddcast/id1337469644
Politics: here we go.
With an election in the U.S. around the corner, we sat down with four different guests to discuss political views, the role of a christian in politics, voting, and more!
We don't share these opinion to tell you how to vote, we just ask that you do! Vote on November 3, 2020 either by mail or in person at a local polling station.
Connect with our guests online:
@alirae29
@hank259
@undauntedlife
Do you really need to care about everything? Are things really able to be changed? Can you really make an impact? This and more are things Justin McRoberts dives into in our new episode of Dismantle Podcast!
Connect with Justin:
@justinmcroberts
@40daysprayerbook
Suicide isn't just the ultimate 'checking out' of existence, it could be happening to you every day. What does a reckoning with our eventual disappearance look like? Scott Erickson joins the show to discuss life, death, his show "Say Yes", and his new book "Honest Advent."
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@scottthepainter
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"THE END IS NEAR"... or is it? Keith Giles dives into this and more thoughts from his new book, 'Jesus Unexpected', as well as the rapture, end times eschatology, and the Second Coming of Jesus.
Connect with Keith:
Blog: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/keithgiles/
Social: @keithgiles
How do you navigate your politics, your worldview, and your spirituality when you move from a conservative worldview to a more progressive one? Guest Colby Martin joins to discuss this and more while we look at his book "The Shift."
Connect with Colby:
Instagram: colbymartin
Website: colbymartinonline.com
Listen to the series finale of Dismantle Podcast, as Joey shares some of the revelations that led to the show's ending.
Brandon Cleaver joins the show to discuss racism, slavery, and how the church can step into justice.
Connect with Brandon:
brandon.cleaver@rzim.org
Pastor Dan Quagliata shares thoughts on reverse fundamentalism, tribalism, and the safety found in merely affirming what we already believe.
Connect with Dan:
@danquagliata
Author and pastor Joshua Ryan Butler discusses the idea of Hell, how we 'preach it', and four paradigm shifts that would help us understand it better.
Connect with Joshua:
www.joshuaryanbutler.com
Robert Jackson joins us to chat about Calvinism, its concepts, and dialoguing with those who see it differently.
Connect with Robert:
robertjackson1689@gmail.com
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Author, evangelist, and former frontman Mattie Montgomery shares thoughts on the fear of the Lord, how we've missed it, and how we can get it back in our churches!
Connect with Mattie:
www.mattiemontgomery.com
Mary DeMuth shares her story with sexual abuse and trauma and how the church can best step into the problem together.
Connect with Mary:
www.wetoo.org
Author and pastor Palmer Chinchen shares about inviting strangers to dinner, justice, and the Christian's call to a better world.
Connect with Palmer:
@palmerchinchen
Evan Wickham M.Div is a pastor and musician and joins us to discuss the four D's of church thought and agreement.
Connect with Evan:
evanwickham.com
Rev. Dr. Rebecca Todd Peters (Toddie) shares with us thoughts on the topic of abortion, trusting women, and the mindset behind the pro-life movement that may surprise you.
Connect with Rebecca:
www.rebeccatoddpeters.com
Pastor, therapist, author and musician Mark Karris delivers a dynamite approach to prayer and how 'petitions' may have missed the intent all together.
Cameron Dezen Hammon shares thoughts on the misogyny within the church, the construct of a 'working' church, and her new book!
Connect with Cameron:
@cameron_dezen_hammon
Author, liturgist, and worship leader Aaron Niequist shares his thoughts on the Eternal Current, authentic living, and how our spiritual practice is like wearing our dad's jacket.
Connect with Aaron:
www.aaronniequist.com
Magic. Faith. The Last Jedi. Donald Trump. All of these are connected. Find out how in our new episode!
Connect with Michael:
michael@michaelhoddy.com
Dr. Robyn Henderson-Espinoza shares thoughts on oppressive systems, the need for reform, and how the church can adopt activist theology.
Connect with Robyn:
www.irobyn.com
@irobyn
www.activistheology.com
In our 100th episode, Derek Webb joins the show to discuss his music career, his provocative writing, leaving christianity, and what he's found outside the walls of the church.
Connect with Derek:
www.derekwebb.com
Jeremy Courtney joins us to discuss the theology of preemptive love, his new book, and living in Iraq.
Connect with Jeremy
@jeremycourtney
www.preemptivelove.org
Heather Avis is an author, podcast host, and mom who shares with us some of the blessings of kids with down syndrome and how the church can come along side everyone with different abilities.
Connect with Heather:
www.heatheravis.com
Former atheist and gay activist David Bennett shares his radical encounter with Jesus and the reality of a celibate life as a homosexual christian.
Connect with David:
@dacbennett
www.awarofloves.com
Author and pastor Justin McRoberts sat down to discuss the idea of prayer, of our desire to "not get it wrong", and how practice can take us to a deeper level of spirituality.
Connect with Justin:
@justinmcroberts
@40daysprayerbook
Stacy Myers shares about essential oils, their role in health, and how comedy for moms is a necessity!
Connect with Stacy:
www.humoroushomemaking.com
@humoroushomemaking
Musician Dave Barnes shares his thoughts on the cyclical relationship of music and worldview, sitting in moments with songs, and what the church can learn from the songs we sing!
Connect with Dave:
@davebarnesmusic
Samiyyah, host of The Rogue Muslim, gives an indepth look at Islam, the practices of a Muslim, and the surprising similarities to Christianity.
Connect with The Rogue Muslim:
@theroguemuslim
Our guests today share their first hand experience with the events of September 11, 2001, along with a message of what should our response to catastrophe be.
D.R. Roquemore joins us to discuss eschatology, his Wrath book series, and encouraging learning how to think, not what to think.
Connect with D.R.:
thewrathbooks.com
Dispatch band member and non-profit head Brad Corrigan joins us to discuss poverty, its affects around the world, and how the Church can re-examine Matthew 26:11.
Connect with Brad:
@lightlovemelody
www.lovelightandmelody.org/
Podcast host Lindsy Wallace discusses the connection between proximity and solidarity. The differences may surprise you, but the need will leave you questioning how we, as the Church, do this.
Connect with Lindsy:
@lightbreaksforth
Ben Christian (a pseudonym) joins us to talk about cursing, strong language in the Bible, and the game he's created called "A Game for Good Christians."
Connect with GFGC:
www.agameforgoodchristians.com
Ever wonder what its like working for a church and then leaving?
Here's an intimate conversation with 4 ex-clergy sharing views and thoughts on the mechanism of "church."
Connect with Michael:
www.somersetmediagroup.com
@michaelhoddy
Connect with Paul:
@paulyjakob
Connect with Tom:
@clergyoncall
www.clergyoncall.com
Podcast hosts JT & Lady Cee Thomas share their experience with being Jehovah's Witnesses, the Watchtower, going door to door, the exodus from the Bible Tract Society and how they are educating the culture now on the outside.
Connect with EXJW Critical Thinker:
- exjwcriticalthinker.com/
Matt Baehr shares the importance of dialoguing with those who don't believe what you do.
Connect with Matt:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-baehr-2725b3113/
Carson Case joins the show to chat about calling, purpose, gifting, and how to understand all of that more clearly!
Connect with Carson:
www.carson-case.com
@carson_case
Guest Chris North shares his experience with marriage, divorce, and how the church can come along side someone walking through this journey.
Connect with Chris:
thelasthouseontheleft.wordpress.com
@browncoatzombie
Author and activist Shane Claiborne has a heart wrenching conversation about the statistics of gun violence, the christian's response to it, and how the Jesus disarms us all.
Connect to Shane's work:
beatingguns.com
Pastor, musician, and author Paul Croswell chats about the gap between church and culture and the need for christians to bridge the two.
Connect with Paul:
@pastorpaul.jr
Artist, musician, activist and TEDx speaker Joshua Luke Smith joins us to discuss the power of words, the effect they have in speaking into chaos, and how music has allowed him a platform for sharing light in dark places.
Connect with Joshua:
@joshualukesmith
www.joshualukesmith.com
Podcast host and writer Claire Swinarski discusses the Catholic expression of spirituality, being a feminist, and how the two coexist in a holistic journey of faith.
Connect with Claire:
@thecatholicfeminist
Author and Evangelist Matt Brown shares the importance of balancing truth, love, and the fruits of the spirit.
Connect with Matt:
Think Eternity - www.thinke.org/about
@evangelistmatt
Youtuber, author, and public speaker Jackie Gronlund shares her experience with depression and anxiety. Listen now and check out Jackie's content listed below!
Connect with Jackie:
@jackieg.tv
Artist Propaganda shares his thoughts on hip-hop, certain words used in music, and how hip-hop is more like folk music than you may think.
Connect with Propaganda:
- @prophiphop
Dean and Mindy Anderson share their thoughts on community, bars, church, and their adventures to all 50 states!
Connect with Dean & Mindy:
www.deanandmindy.com/
Singer/songwriter John Mark McMillan sat down to discuss the imagery within art, metaphors, and why the Church may struggle with use it more often.
Connect with John Mark:
@johnmarkmcmillan
www.johnmarkmcmillan.com
Pastor and author Chris Nye joins Dismantle to discuss the allusion and seduction of 'more', how it's creeped into our lives, and our churches. We also discuss his new book "Less of More."
Connect with Chris:
@chrisnye
chrisnye.co/books
In celebration of 1 year of Dismantle Podcast, Joey was interviewed by friend Paul Madsen to discuss the why of the podcast, some of his perspective on the show, and where it's headed moving forward!
Recording artist Jennifer Knapp shares her experience with reconstruction, what it means to be inclusive as well as productive, and her role within the LGBTQ community.
Connect with Jennifer:
@jenniferknapp
Doug and Mandy Chapman discuss the foster care system, their experience with 7 adopted children, and how supporting foster care is more than just the act of housing a child.
Connect with Doug:
Instagram: @s0n0fthunder
Connect with Mandy:
Instagram: @pe8bles82
Torri Blue is our Dismantle guest, sharing her story with the Church, being queer, the role of dignity, and the assumptions we make.
Connect with Torri:
@notesontheway
Mike Perna, of Gamestore Prophets Podcast, Innroads Ministries, and Bard & Bible Podcast, returns to us to discuss sermons, nuance, the art of telling a story, and how that all correlates to the Gospel.
Connect with Mike:
www.gamestoreprophets.com/
www.innroadsministries.com/wordpress/c…ry/podcast/
www.innroadsministries.com/wordpress/t…bard-bible/
In a special Father's Day episode, Chase Thomas shares his story of abuse, drugs, his father, and finding God in a prison cell.
Connect with Chase:
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@hopeforthenations
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derekchasethomas@gmail.com
Producer and freelance director guest shares her experience and thoughts on sex within the church and the conversations it brings up.
Stephanie Ramos shares her experience with missions work, proving your work, and how the church can understand the missionaries they send out and the work that needs to be done.
Connect with Stephanie:
www.alizetigirl.com
instagram: @secondhand.steph
Author and pastor Melissa Florer-Bixler sat down to chat about women's roles in the church, the Scriptural context, her experience as a pastor, and her new book which dives into the significance of the Old Testament.
Connect with Melissa:
@melissaflobix
melissaflorerbixler.com
Musician and record producer Charlie Peacock joins Dismantle to discuss his career, the progression of CCM, and what it means to be a good neighbor as a Christian in our culture.
Connect with Charlie:
blog: thewriterthehusband.com
music: charliepeacock.com
etsy: onlyinnashville.art
Joe Amaral shares with Dismantle Podcast the connection between astronomy and the words in the Bible.
Connect with Joe:
www.christianresearchgroup.com
@joeamaraltweet
The world is losing their mind over a tough question: "Should pastors wear $5000 shoes?" Instagram account PreachersNSneakers asks this and more questions of this episode of the Dismantle! Connect with PreachersNSneakers: @preachersNsneakers
Thomas J. Oord shares his perspective on God's control in the world, his role in the pain and sin of this earth, and how believers should understand the connection between the world we find ourselves in and the God we serve.
Connect with Thomas:
http://thomasjayoord.com/index.php/blog/archives/thank-goodness-god-is-not-in-control
Suze Perna shares her journey with mental illness and the balance between the physical, emotional, and spiritual components of having mental illness as a part of one's journey.
Connect with Suze:
suzeperna@gmail.com
Kevin Garcia shares his thoughts on being a queer Christian, the role the church plays in fostering community, the Church having clear standards for the gay community, and if context truly makes a difference in our understanding of Scripture.
Connect with Kevin: @thekevingarcia innovativelovecoalition.com
Casey Catell shares her journey with childbirth, the complications it could pose, and dealing with pregnancy trauma.
Connect with Heroes for Moms:
@heroesformomsnj
@caseycattell
Actor, author, and former Navy SEAL Remi Adeleke shares his story of Africa, the Bronx, his childhood, and the role God plays in all of it!
Connect with Remi:
@remiadeleke
Pre-order Transformed:
https://www.amazon.com/Transformed-Unlikely-Journey-Streets-Defying/dp/0785219765/ref=sr_1_1?crid=27L2J3L6QX4EW&keywords=remi+adeleke&qid=1555499881&s=books&sprefix=remi+ade%2Caps%2C201&sr=1-1-catcorr
JJ Barrows shares her experience growing up in the American south, her job as artist and comedian, and what the worth of art should be for the church.
Connect with JJ:
@jjbarrowsart
Stryper lead singer Michael Sweet sat down with Dismantle Pod to talk about his experience with the music industry and the label of "Christian metal."
Connect with Michael:
- www.michaelsweet.com
@michaelsweet
Podcast host Kayla Craig joins the show to talk about her mom-life, social activism, her role as wife to a pastor, and what the church can learn by stepping outside of ourselves.
Connect with Kayla:
www.kaylacraig.com
Follow: @kayla_craig
Listen:
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Preemptive Love Coalition
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Upside Down podcast
Author and former pastor Keith Giles shares his thoughts on "the Word of God" and the implications it has on how we read scripture and in turn live our lives.
Connect with Keith:
www.amazon.com/Jesus-Unbound-Lib…&s=gateway&sr=8-1
@keithgiles
Phil Assad joins us to chat about intellectual honesty, his journey to atheism, and the role of faith within humanity.
Connect with Phil:
email: philipmassad@gmail.com
facebook: Philip Assad
Comedian Jeff Allen joins Dismantle Podcast to discuss his comedy career, his journey through sobriety, and the importance of Bible teaching in Church.
Connect with Jeff:
- jeffallencomedy.com
Brandon Eloy sat down with us to discuss his views on belonging, the church's approach to the gay community, and what the communion table is actually saying!
Connect with Brandon:
@brandoneloy
Podcast host Donna Harris sat down with us to discuss her show, the art of storytelling, and how processing life together makes the Church a beautiful place.
Connect with Donna:
Podcast: Constantly Under Construction
Website: www.constantlyunderconstruction.com
Instagram: @constantlyunderconstruction
Michael Hoddy joins the Dismantle to discuss honesty, art, and expression and how that all can be done with excellence.
Connect with Michael:
email: michael@michaelhoddy.com
Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter: @Michaelhoddy
Podcast hosts and husband and wife Laurie & Matt Krieg sit down to discuss fractured physical intimacy, same-sex attraction, and what real "one-ness" within marriage looks like.
Connect with Matt & Laurie:
Website: https://www.himhministries.com/
Podcast: https://www.himhministries.com/podcast.html
Blog: https://www.himhministries.com/blog
Matt's Counseling: https://caringwell.net/about/
Kim Walker-Smith of Jesus Culture joins the Dismantle to discuss her counseling, her story with abuse, and her new book "Brave Surrender."
Connect with Kim:
https://jesusculture.com/events/
Instagram, Twitter, & Facebook
@kimwalkersmith
Dr. Mark Shrime joins the show to discuss some of his work with Mercy Ships, the healthcare system, and how the Church should be stepping in to dismantling oppressive systems.
Connect with Mark -
http://markshrime.com/
Instagram: @ninjasurgeon
Twitter: @markshrime
Jake Luhrs, frontman for the Grammy nominated band 'August Burns Red', joins the Dismantle to discuss metalcore music, reaching people where they are, and his non-profit Heart Support.
Connect with Jake:
Instagram: @jakeluhrsabr
Connect with August Burns Red:
Instagram: @augustburnsred
Website: www.augustburnsred.org
Connect with Heart Support:
Instagram: @heartsupport
Website: www.heartsupport.org
Pastor and author Brian Zahnd discusses his new book, American Nationalism, the Nazi christian, how America is not one things but four, and the role of the Christian in this and any country.
CONNECT WITH BRIAN:
@brainzahnd
Singer-songwriter Audrey Assad joins Dismantle Pod to discuss views of faith, the response from friends and fans when those views change, social justice, and parenting.
Connect with Audrey:
Twitter: @audreyassad
Instagram: @audreyassad
Facebook: audreyassadmusic
Website: audreyassad.com
Katie Bagosy shares the story of her husband, his service in the military, suicide, PTSD, and what the church can learn from the numerous stories just like hers.
Connect with Katie:
Website: https://katiebagosy.com/
Instagram: Katiebagosy
Mariano Leonczik shares his story as an illegal immigrant to the United States, how he interprets Romans 13, and what the church needs to understand about the sacrifice of the "alien & foreigner."
CONNECT WITH MARIANO:
Instagram:
@marianoleonczik
@chapter.nj
@golgothastudios
Author and blogger Aaron J. Smith joins the podcast for an intricate look into the experience, struggles, and faith of those who deal with mental illness within their story.
Connect with Aaron:
Instagram: Culturalsavage
Twitter: /culturalsavage
Whispers in the Pews: https://www.amazon.com/Whispers-Pews-Voices-Mental-Illness-ebook/dp/B07HHGDSY4
"Miss California" of 2013 Christina Meredith shares her story from rags to riches, her work with ROTC, mental, physical, and emotional abuse, and how the Church can join her in her fight for Foster Care reform!
CONNECT:
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https://www.christinameredith.org/
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@christinameredith
Pastor and musician Josh White shares his views on the importance of simplicity within the Church and the necessity of a "city" mentality.
CONNECT:
Instagram: @josh.alexander.white
Website:
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http://deeper-well.com/artists/josh-white/
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https://www.doorofhopepdx.org/
Music:
- https://open.spotify.com/album/3R8UY8FwTRTx8piQGchyv3?si=b15fCTnzTQSurjo9alg31A
Singer-songwriter Shawn McDonald sat down to discuss his music, loss, the nature of God, and the role uncertainty plays in our lives.
Connect with Shawn:
Instagram: shawnmcdonaldmusic
Website: https://shawnmcdonald.tours
Gospel and R&B singer Liz Vice shares her experience with the music scene, a 'living' faith, and being challenged in your spiritual walk.
Connect with Liz:
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lizvice.com
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@lizvice
Kyle Thompson, host of Undaunted.Life Podcast, joins Dismantle Podcast to discuss masculinity, its presence in culture, and how the Church can and needs to get it back.
CONNECT:
Instagram: Undauntedlife
Website: http://undaunted.life/
Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/undaunted-life-a-mans-podcast/id1326692289?mt=2
Mentions:
- https://thestateoftheology.com/
Artist and speaker Scott Erickson joins the Dismantle to chat about imagery, the Cross, his artwork, excellence, and how the Church can understand art and its potential!
Connect with Scott:
Website: scottericksonart.com
Instagram: Scottthepainter
Say Yes:
http://scottericksonart.com/portfolio/sayyes/
40 Days of Practice:
https://40-days-prayer-book.myshopify.com/
Stations in the Street:
http://scottericksonart.com/portfolio/stations-in-the-street/
Stephen Roach, podcast host of "Makers & Mystics" shares about the creative process, his podcast, and how through the art of listening, the church and the artist don't have to be at odds.
Connect with Stephen:
Websites:
thebreathandtheclay.com
makersandmystics.com
Creativitykillers.net
Adina Miles joins the show to discuss feminism, Judaism, how those two intersect, and how we are not all the same.
Connect with Adina:
Instagram: Flatbush Girl
Email: adina@flatbushgirl.com
Author and TEDX speaker Joshua Harris joins the show to discuss retraction, humility, and the book that taught him the power in not needing to be right all the time.
Connect with Joshua:
Instagram: harrisjosh
Website: linktr.ee/harrisjosh
Nate Tranquilla shares his journey with sexual addiction, church community, and the freedom found in community.
Connect with Nate:
instagram: secretunspoken
Blog: https://secret-unspoken.github.io/
Alec Shover of Love True shares the statistics of abuse and recovery, how the church has hindered and helped, and what can be done in the efforts against sex and human trafficking.
Visit:
www.love-true.org
alec@love-true.org
If you or someone you know needs help with information, aid, or to report trafficking, please call the National Human Trafficking hotline:
888-373-7888
Returning guest and Ink Master contestant Derek Zielinski joins Dismantle Podcast for part two of our discussion concerning tattoos, rising above the perception of those around you, using tattoos as a punchline, and how to engage the culture with body decoration.
Visit:
glasshearttattoo.com/home.html
derektheartist.blogspot.com/
faiththroughaddiction.blogspot.com/
www.instagram.com/glasshearttattoo/
Derek's Recommendations:
Podcasts:
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Rob Bells “Robcast”
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Jay Bakker “Revolution Church”
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The Deconstructionists
Recent Books:
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Rob Bell “What is the Bible”
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Pete Rollins “The Orthodox Heretic”
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Graham Hancock “Fingerprints of the Gods”
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Malcom Gladwell “David and Goliath” & “Outliers”
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Richard Rohr “The Divine Dance”
Having been at his current church for over 30 years, Dr. Allan Wilks shares his thoughts on church hopping, what the mission of God truly is, and how we can help "raise the barn" along with Him!
Questions for Dr. Wilks? Email us:
dismantlepod@gmail.com
Author, blogger, podcast host, and speaker Kerry Connelly joins the show to discuss race, church, and belief systems centered around racism.
Connect with Kerry:
www.kerryconnelly.com
www.patheos.com/blogs/jerseygirljesus
Nate Nakao from Jersey Brew Theology joins the show to discuss inter-faith dialogue, the power of a beverage in discussion, and how to view faith as a language as we share a beer and discuss his work with Brew Theology on this episode of Dismantle Podcast!
Connect with Nate:
Instagram: natenakao
Twitter:https://twitter.com/natenakao
Brew Theology:
Podcast: https://brewtheology.podbean.com/
Instagram:
• jerseybrewtheology
• brewtheology
Join Jersey Brew Theology: https://www.meetup.com/jerseybrewtheology/events/255442115/
Artist and entrepreneur Sam Matthews shares about her faith, her art, and how seeing the world with blurred colors is okay sometimes.
Follow Sam here:
Art Across Borders: https://www.facebook.com/ArtAcrossBorders/
MillennialMakersNJ: https://www.facebook.com/groups/709607999373632/?ref=bookmarks
Filmaker William Price III dives into his new short film, the ego, and vulnerability on the new episode! We also cover faith/doubt, Christian representation, and career on Dismantle Pod!
Follow William:
Instagram - @williampriceiii
Claire McKenna Film:
Instagram - @clairemckennafilm
IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8433680/
Visit - https://www.8beatsmovie.com/claire-mckenna/
Entrepreneurs and husband and wife, Adam & Angela Parker join the Dismantle to discuss being in business, working from home, balancing family, and how faith impacts decisions.
Follow Angela:
Instagram: grassfedmama
Website: grassfedmama.com
Books:
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Start With Why: Simon Sinek
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Dave Ramsey - https://www.daveramsey.com
Faith and culture writer Jonathan Merritt talks about the power of words, the lost art of vernacular, and his new book, "Learning to Speak God from Scratch."
You can follow Jonathan here:
jonathanmerritt.com
Instagram: jonathan_merritt
Grab his new book here:www.amazon.com/Learning-Speak-Go…ing/dp/1601429304
Andy Zaremba discussed purpose, pain, and taking the good things from philosophies of life while leaving the bad in this week's episode of the Dismantle Podcast.
Connect with Andy -
Instagram: www.instagram.com/andyzaremba/
Website: andyzaremba.com
Vancouver Real Podcast: www.vancouverreal.tv/
ManTalks: mantalks.com/the-alliance/
Float House: floathouse.ca/
Mindful Mass: www.facebook.com/groups/688749097950329/
Chris North joins the Dismantle to discuss fear, film, and how Jesus intersects both in the Horror Film genre!
Connect with Chris:
Instagram: browncoatzombie
Check out Chris's blog "Last Film on The Left", reviewing horror films and their spiritual content.
• https://thelastfilmontheleft.wordpress.com/
Caroline Ely from Good Christian Fun Podcast joins the Dismantle in an episode discussing gender, connection, and the illumination that can come when discussing the gender of God.
Follow Caroline:
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https://www.goodchristianfun.com/
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Instagram & Twitter: @CarolinesFarts
Mentions:
- She Who Is: Elizabeth Johnson (book)
Guest Drew McCulley shares his thoughts on the educational system, church sermons, and how the church community can step into the realm of discovery.
Drew mentions Malcolm Gladwell in our discussion.
His books are:
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Outliers
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The Tipping Point
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David & Goliath
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Blink: the Power of Thinking Without Thinking
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What the Dog Saw
His podcast "Revisionist History" can be found here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/revisionist-history/id1119389968?mt=2
Guest Nikki Tranquilla shares her experience with church, moving to Canada, and relationships within the church.
Ink Master contestant and owner of Glass Heart Tattoo, Derek Zielinski shares his views on tattoos and church, all while opening the shop up and getting ready to tattoo for the day!
Visit:
https://glasshearttattoo.com/home.html
http://derektheartist.blogspot.com/
http://faiththroughaddiction.blogspot.com/
https://www.instagram.com/glasshearttattoo/
Guest Russ Sutherland shares his experience and thoughts on the paradigm of denominations, their origins, and how the body of Christ should function with the existence of so many flavors.
Josh Wilder shares his experience and insight on the topic of singleness, marriage, focus, and being content.
• Does God's analogies of marriage pose problematic for single people?
• Is singleness downplayed, almost given a “less than” status?
• If no one would say “there’s something wrong with being single” in the Church, how do we then reflect that in our local expression of the church?
These questions and more on this week's episode of "The Dismantle."
How would you respond if a teen came to you and shared that she's pregnant? How should you respond? How should the church respond? Writer, director, and activist Alexis Slade-Joseph shares her story with being a teen mom, the church's response to it, and how we can better understand teen pregnancy.
Pastor Nithin Thompson of Liquid Church (NJ) shares his thoughts and experience with the larger expression of church.
GCF host Kevin T. Porter shares his experience with church, podcasting, humor and having some 'good christian fun' in our episode on comedy!
An author, blogger, and homeschooling mom of three, our guest Jessica Smartt shares her unique perspective on education, balance, and family life through homeschooling,
https://www.jennifermcgrail.com/2011/01/why-my-kids-will-never-be-socialized/
http://smarttereachday.com/canweplease/
http://smarttereachday.com/should-i-homeschool/
Guest Hank Johnson shares the importance of common language and it's effect on culture and church.
Guest Chris North shares his viewpoint about Christian film and its implications on our daily spiritual walk.
Mike Perna has a honest discussion about God, gaming, and groups on this week's episode of 'The Dismantle."