What if there are ways of thinking about God and faith that are different than what our traditions have handed us?
Episodes
Sunday Feb 18, 2024
Sunday Feb 18, 2024
This week we are talking to Michael Gungor about his spiritual journey, the interconnectedness of all things, and the reclaiming of our Christian faith. Enjoy!
SHOW NOTES:
WATCH OUR CONVO ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/M5L8-n9NhVk
MICHAEL GUNGOR: http://www.gungormusic.com
THE LITURGISTS: https://theliturgists.com/
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Cushy (Artist) / Go Time! (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Feb 11, 2024
Sunday Feb 11, 2024
This week we sit down with my friend Oren Jay Sofer to talk about his new book, "Your Heart Was Made For This". How do you approach the happenings of our world AND the happenings of our individual lives with courage? How do we come out the other side of the burdens and worries and heavy things of life with the capacity to continue to love? How do we keep our integrity amidst the events that challenge us the most? Pick up Oren's book TODAY and enjoy the show.
SHOW NOTES:
OREN JAY SOFER: https://www.orenjaysofer.com/https://www.colbertpres.org/
YOUR HEART WAS MADE FOR THIS: https://www.orenjaysofer.com/your-heart
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SPECIAL MUSIC: Ooyy (Artist) / Come 2gether (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Feb 04, 2024
Sunday Feb 04, 2024
This week we sit down with Elliot Adam who is a longtime tarot reader and author of "Fearless Tarot" and "Tarot in Love". In this episode he talks to us about growing up fundamentalist Evangelical, coming out as gay, finding tarot, and so much more. Enjoy!
SHOW NOTES:
ELLIOT ADAM: https://www.elliotoracle.com
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SPECIAL MUSIC: Scoobadive (Artist) / Very Important Pineapple (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Jan 28, 2024
Sunday Jan 28, 2024
This week Dr. James Danaher joins us for the show to talk to us about his new book, "The Disciples' Gospel". We talk about the difference between a BELIEVER'S Gospel and a DISCIPLE'S Gospel and the invitation of Jesus Christ to follow him and wake up to remember who we really are. This one is a game changer!
SHOW NOTES:
JAMES DANAHER:https://www.facebook.com/JIM1011https://www.colbertpres.org/
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SPECIAL MUSIC: Bonkers Beat Club (Artist) / High Energy Bad Attitude (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
This week we sit down with Eric Peterson who is the son of the late Eugene Peterson to talk about Eugene's legacy, his creation of The Message Bible, deconstruction, the call of God ... and so much more. If you're in need of some encouragement, look no further!
SHOW NOTES:
ERIC PETERSON: https://www.colbertpres.org/
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SPECIAL MUSIC: baegel (Artist) / Let's Go on a Trip (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Jan 14, 2024
Sunday Jan 14, 2024
Today Michael Camp joins us to talk about faith deconstruction, embracing a non-violent theology, and his book, "Breaking Bad Faith". Enjoy!
SHOW NOTES:
MICHAEL CAMP: https://www.spiritualbrewpub.com
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SPECIAL MUSIC: Sven Karlsson (Artist) / Just Don't Care (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Monday Jan 08, 2024
Monday Jan 08, 2024
Today we're talking to Martha (Matte) Elias Downey about her book, "Go Wide" where she explores evolving from a place of narrow theology/thinking to one that is wide and open. Enjoy!
SHOW NOTES:
MATTE DOWNEY: https://mattedowney.wordpress.com
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SPECIAL MUSIC: Def Lev (Artist) / Hip Hop Rock Song (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Jan 07, 2024
Sunday Jan 07, 2024
Today we're talking to Keith Giles about his own spiritual evolution and what might happen in our world if we could grab that we're all connected to each other AND all connected to the Divine. Enjoy!
SHOW NOTES:
KEITH GILES: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/keithgiles/
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SPECIAL MUSIC: Adelyn Paik (Artist) / Only Yours (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Saturday Jan 06, 2024
Saturday Jan 06, 2024
This week we talk to mother and son co-creators of "The Sacred Web Tarot", a unique deck of tarot cards that helps you listen to your inner voice and eliminate the idea that you are separate from anyone or anything. This one will blow your mind - go get it!
SHOW NOTES:
THE SACRED WEB TAROT: https://sacredwebtarot.com
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SPECIAL MUSIC: Dylan Sitts (Artist) / Out of State (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Friday Jan 05, 2024
Friday Jan 05, 2024
Today we're talking to Tina Hardt about her oracle deck, "The Beloved Dead". In this episode Tina talks to us about the mystery surrounding what happens when we die, connecting with the spirits of our ancestors, and disarms the fear around this topic that many of us were handed growing up in the church. This was one of my favorite episodes of 2023 and "The Beloved Dead" deck is a MUST HAVE. Enjoy!
SHOW NOTES:
TINA HARDT: https://tinahardt.ca
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SPECIAL MUSIC: PØW (Artist) / Monster (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Today we are talking to Suneel Gupta about his amazing book, "Everyday Dharma" where he shares 8 essential practices to aid us in discovering joy, success, and meaning in everything we do. As you enter 2024 are you struggling to find your essence? Your purpose? The thing you're wired to do? Do you feel stuck? At a crossroads? Filled with uncertainty about your meaning? Tune in as we learn from Suneel about the ancient Hindu philosophy of Dharma and what it has to do with ALL OF US in 2024. Enjoy!
SHOW NOTES:
SUNEEL GUPTA: https://www.instagram.com/suneelgupta/
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SPECIAL MUSIC: Spring Gang (Artist) / Dogs and Bones (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Wednesday Jan 03, 2024
Wednesday Jan 03, 2024
Today we're sitting down with Karen Shock to talk about her book, "Too Much and Not Enough". We talk faith evolution, deconstruction, and how voicing our deepest questions can actually be the most freeing, holy, and magical thing we could ever do. If you're in a place where your faith is growing and shifting and moving ... this one is for you!
SHOW NOTES:
KAREN SHOCK: https://www.karenruthshock.com/
TOO MUCH AND NOT ENOUGH: https://www.karenruthshock.com/book
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SPECIAL MUSIC: PØW (Artist) / Olivie (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Today we're talking to Neil Douglas-Klotz about his book, "Revelations of the Aramaic Jesus: Hidden Teachings on Life and Death". Yes, ancient translations of the Bible were written in Hebrew and Greek, BUT Jesus's native tongue was ARAMAIC - what does that mean? Why is it important? Listen in and ENJOY.
SHOW NOTES:
NEIL DOUGLAS-KLOTZ: https://abwoon.org
REVELATIONS OF THE ARAMAIC JESUS: https://abwoon.org/books/revelations-of-the-aramaic-jesus/
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SPECIAL MUSIC: FLYIN (Artist) / Slam Dunk (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Monday Jan 01, 2024
Monday Jan 01, 2024
Welcome to a NEW YEAR and SEASON SEVEN of the show - can you believe it? To celebrate we're kicking off a series where for the next EIGHT DAYS we will release a new episode EVERY DAY. The series is called "New Ideas For the New Year" and we're starting with Stefanie Caponi who is talking to us about all things ASTROLOGY as she reads my birth chart for me and shares how you can read yours too. The episode is also up on YouTube, which might help you better grasp what she's sharing because she mirrored my birth chart onto the screen so you could see what she was referring to. Enjoy!
SHOW NOTES:
STEFANIE CAPONI: https://moonvoidtarot.com/
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SPECIAL MUSIC: Daniel Fridell and Sven Lindvall (Artist) / Whiskey Saved My Soul (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
Merry Christmas friends, and welcome to the last episode of 2023 AND the last episode of season 6 of the show. Today we're chatting with Alexander John Shaia about the history of Santa Claus. IMPORTANT NOTE: this episode is not for young ears as we talk about some sensitive topics revolving around Santa Claus and the myths surrounding his story. Enjoy!
SHOW NOTES:
ALEXANDER JOHN SHAIA: https://www.quadratos.org
WHEN SANTA WAS A SHAMAN (book I mentioned at the beginning): https://www.amazon.com/When-Santa-Was-Shaman-Christmas/dp/156718765X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2SOWB8EVZ011X&keywords=when+santa+was+a+shaman&qid=1701747027&sprefix=when+santa+was+a+shaman%2Caps%2C295&sr=8-1
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SPECIAL MUSIC: Jordin Sparks (Artist) / Angels We Have Heard on High (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Dec 17, 2023
Sunday Dec 17, 2023
This week Mark Feldmeir stops by the show to talk to us about his book "Life After God" and what it looks like to find faith when the God you were handed growing up can't stand up against the questions you have as an adult. Enjoy!
SHOW NOTES:
MARK FELDMEIR: https://www.markfeldmeir.com
LIFE AFTER GOD: https://www.markfeldmeir.com/1640-2/
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SPECIAL MUSIC: Mindserver Unlimited (Artist) / BALANCED (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
This week we're talking to Shannon Kearns about his book, "In the Margins" and what unique insights our transgender friends bring to the Scriptures. This book (and convo!) will stretch you, inspire you, and give you some fresh perspective on some very familiar passages/stories of the Bible. You read? Let's do it!
SHOW NOTES:
SHANNON KEARNS: https://www.shannontlkearns.com/
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SPECIAL MUSIC: I'MIN (Artist) / Subtle Flavor (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Dec 03, 2023
Sunday Dec 03, 2023
This week we're talking to Nicole LePera aka The Holistic Psychologist about her newest book, "How to Be the Love You Seek". Enjoy!
SHOW NOTES:
NICOLE LEPERA: https://theholisticpsychologist.com
HOW TO BE THE LOVE YOU SEEK: https://howtobetheloveyouseek.com
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SPECIAL MUSIC: Spring Gang (Artist) / Can't Help It (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Nov 26, 2023
Sunday Nov 26, 2023
This week we sit down with FIVE contributors to the amazing book, "Sitting in the Shade of Another Tree" and talk about the importance of listening and learning from faiths other than our own. This is a GOOD ONE!
SHOW NOTES:
KEITH GILES: https://www.facebook.com/keithagiles
HURUNNESSA FARIAD: https://www.facebook.com/hurie.fariad
CALEB GILLELAND: https://www.facebook.com/caleb.gilleland
HEATHER HAMILTON: https://www.facebook.com/heatherhamilton
DUNCAN PILE: https://www.facebook.com/duncan.pile
SITTING IN THE SHADE OF ANOTHER TREE: https://www.amazon.com/Sitting-Shade-Another-Tree-Listening/dp/B0CJ49HV8R/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3OWJRKZONV911&keywords=sitting+in+the+shade+of+another+tree&qid=1699462098&sprefix=sitting+in+the+shade%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-1
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SPECIAL MUSIC: Bonkers Beat Club (Artist) / Just Like the Sun (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Nov 19, 2023
Sunday Nov 19, 2023
This week we talk to Andrew Lang about his amazing book, "Unmasking the Inner Critic". We talk about the inherent goodness that is planted in us all and what to do when we realize that it's been covered up by the baggage we pick up in life. Lots of practical stuff in here mixed with (what I think is!) some pretty good theology. Check it out!
SHOW NOTES:
ANDREW LANG: https://www.andrewglang.com
UNMASKING THE INNER CRITIC: https://www.andrewglang.com/unmaskingtheinnercritic
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SPECIAL MUSIC: Torii Wolf (Artist) / Bright Blue Diamonds (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com