What if there are ways of thinking about God and faith that are different than what our traditions have handed us?
Episodes
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
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SPECIAL MUSIC: Torii Wolf (Artist) / Bright Blue Diamonds (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Nov 12, 2023
Sunday Nov 12, 2023
In this episode with sit down with Dana Hicks to have our boundaries PUSHED. We talk about the history of marriage, how marriage as we know it in the West is only about 250 years old, "Biblical Marriage", polygamy, polyamory, Song of Solomon, and Mark Driscoll. It's all here - buckle up and go get it!
SHOW NOTES:
DANA HICKS: https://www.danahicks.blog/theknot
THE KNOT: https://www.amazon.com
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SPECIAL MUSIC: Gloria Tells (Artist) / Good Friends (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Nov 05, 2023
Sunday Nov 05, 2023
In this episode with sit down with Elaine Pagels and talk about her book, "Revelations: Visions, Prophecy, and Politics in the Book of Revelation" and deep dive into the background and context of Revelation and the very real consequences of ignoring that context in modern day interpretations. Enjoy!
SHOW NOTES:
ELAINE PAGELS: https://www.elaine-pagels.com
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SPECIAL MUSIC: Oomiee (Artist) / Married to the Light (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Oct 29, 2023
Sunday Oct 29, 2023
This week we sit down with Antonio Pagliarulo to talk about his new book, "The Curse of the Evil Eye". What is it? What are its origins? Where is it found in the Bible? And what do you do if you're the recipient of it? We'll talk about it all on this spooky Halloween Week episode. Enjoy!
SHOW NOTES:
ANTONIO PAGLIARULO: https://antoniopagliarulo.com
THE EVIL EYE: https://www.amazon.com/Evil-Eye-History-Mystery-Magic/dp/157863797X/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1662844622&sr=8-1
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SPECIAL MUSIC: Roof (Artist) / Spoiled Brat (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Oct 22, 2023
Sunday Oct 22, 2023
In this episode with sit down with Theresa Reed (aka "The Tarot Lady") and talk about her new book, "The Cards You're Dealt". We talk about using tarot to work through grief and the gift of our inner, intuitive voice. Theresa also does a tarot reading for our listeners at the close of the episode - enjoy!
SHOW NOTES:
THERESA REED: https://www.thetarotlady.com
THE CARDS YOU'RE DEALT: https://www.thetarotlady.com/cards-you-are-dealt/
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SPECIAL MUSIC: Rymdklang Soundtracks (Artist) / Rise of the Dead (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Oct 15, 2023
Sunday Oct 15, 2023
Karen Tate is on the show today talking about her book, "Normalizing Abuse". We talk about factors that contribute to our culture where various kinds of abuse have become normalized and accepted. TRIGGER WARNING: we do talk about abuse, trauma, rape, toxic spirituality, and some other big topics ... and Karen does it in the most gentle of ways.
SHOW NOTES:
KAREN TATE: https://www.karentate.net/
MY BOOK: https://a.co/d/dZ4XBK0
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
GET SOME MERCH: https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-heretic-shop/
SPECIAL MUSIC: Ryan James Carr (Artist) / Celestial Haze (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Oct 08, 2023
Sunday Oct 08, 2023
Father James Martin, SJ is back on the show this week to talk to us about his latest book, "Come Forth". Father Martin brings some unique perspective to one of the most well-known stories in the Gospels so do yourself a favor and add this book to your library - you WON'T BE SORRY.
FATHER JAMES MARTIN: https://www.facebook.com/FrJamesMartin/
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SPECIAL MUSIC: Tigerblood Jewel (Artist) / Lasers and Stuff (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Oct 01, 2023
Sunday Oct 01, 2023
We're talking to Kendana Kay today about her memoir, "Kissing With Eyes Wide Open". We talk about deconstruction, broken dreams, parenting, and living life through it all. This is a good one - ENJOY!
SHOW NOTES:
KENDANA KAY: https://www.kendanakay.com/
KISSING WITH EYES WIDE OPEN: https://www.amazon.com/Kissing-Eyes-Wide-Open-Extraordinary/dp/B0BLFYBD6H/ref=sr_1_3?crid=RY3TIM6I0AKU&keywords=kendana+kay&qid=1695657795&sprefix=kendana+kay%2Caps%2C142&sr=8-3
MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Rubbl...
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GET SOME MERCH: https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-heretic-shop/
SPECIAL MUSIC: Rocket Jr (Artist) / High Tech (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Sep 17, 2023
Sunday Sep 17, 2023
Today we are talking to Chelsea Long who is a meditation teacher, Christian Mystic, and has one of the most pastoral presences on social media that I've ever seen. Check her out on Instagram, subscribe to her stuff, and get ready to go on an adventure.
CHELSEA LONG: https://www.chelseakimlong.com
CHELSEA'S IG: https://instagram.com/chelseakimlong?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Rubbl...
SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
GET SOME MERCH: https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-heretic-shop/
SPECIAL MUSIC: FLYIN (Artist) / Icecold (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Sep 03, 2023
Sunday Sep 03, 2023
Today we're chatting with Alison Fabricius who wrote an incredibly helpful book called "Unapologetically Alison". We'll dive into inner child work, talk about the purpose of Jesus, and work to invite each part of ourselves to the table - even the parts we typically despise or the world around us says aren't good enough. Give it a listen!
Alison - https://alisonfabricius.mailerpage.com/
Alison's Book - https://amzn.to/3smRx0Q
My Book - https://amzn.to/3OKeP8h
My Other Book - https://amzn.to/3YQ0ZG3
Support the Show - https://www.whatifproject.net/support
Subscribe on YouTube - https://youtube.com/@WhatIfProjectPodcast
SPECIAL MUSIC: Lvly feat. Mia Pfirrman (Artist) / Dance (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Aug 20, 2023
Sunday Aug 20, 2023
This week we sit down with Rose Hackman to talk about her amazing book, "Emotional Labor". I told her upfront that as a white male this topic was (sadly) never on my mind and so I purposely took the role of her student - to ask some questions, reflect on her answers, and learn as much as I could in an effort to make my tiny part of the world a better place. This is a good one, enjoy!
SHOW NOTES:
Rose Hackman: https://www.rosehackman.com
Emotional Labor (Book): https://amzn.to/3Yw6Lwr
My New Book: https://amzn.to/3s8cM6t
My Other Book: https://amzn.to/3qwkvdR
Support the Show (PATREON): https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SPECIAL MUSIC: Siine (Artist) / Better Came Along (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
Sunday Aug 06, 2023
Sunday Aug 06, 2023
This week we sit down with Kevin Sweeney who talks to us about his latest book, "The Joy of Letting Go". What if learning to let go is the key that unlocks ... everything? Tune in and find out more about the power of letting go.
SHOW NOTES:
KEVIN'S BOOK: https://amzn.to/3DkRRzr
KEVIN'S INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/kevinsweeney1/?hl=en
SPECIAL MUSIC: Snake City (Artist) / Couldn't Care Less (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
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MY NEW BOOK - https://amzn.to/3Y3OZAf
MY OTHER BOOK - https://amzn.to/3K85vcU
SUPPORT THE PODCAST - https://www.whatifproject.net/support
Sunday Jul 23, 2023
Sunday Jul 23, 2023
Today we're hanging out with Heather Hamilton who is talking to us about her book, "Returning to Eden" and a bit about her journey of rethinking some of the most well-known stories of the Bible. Do you find your faith evolving? Your thoughts about the Bible expanding? This episode is a gem.
SHOW NOTES:
HEATHER HAMILTON: https://www.returningtoeden.com/
HEATHER'S BOOK: https://amzn.to/3XVQMYj
SPECIAL MUSIC - Flying (Artist) / Go Higher (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
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MY NEW BOOK - https://amzn.to/3rxHaXE
MY OTHER BOOK - https://amzn.to/3pVHGOx
Sunday Jul 09, 2023
Sunday Jul 09, 2023
This is our first regular episode since February. We'll continue bi-weekly until October/November and then (likely) resume our regular weekly episodes. Thanks for your love and encouragement and flexibility as my family and I navigate this season of grief and change.
That said, today we connect with Bart Ehrman about his book, "Armageddon". He talks to us about Revelation, the end of the world, and the Left Behind series.
Buckle up and enjoy!
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SHOW NOTES:
SUPPORT THE PODCAST - https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/whatifprojectpodcast
SPECIAL MUSIC - Cushy (Artist) / Power (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
BART EHRMAN - https://www.bartehrman.com/
BART EHRMAN BLOG - https://ehrmanblog.org/
Sunday Jun 25, 2023
Sunday Jun 25, 2023
It’s the final installment of our “Pride Podcast Takeover”. When my father passed away in March my friend Leo WT from Conversations Official offered to record a few solo episodes for Pride where they share a bit about their story and their passions revolving around Queer Theology, their recently completed thesis … and so much more. Leo is an incredible friend and is doing excellent work in the world. Listen in on this episode where they share a bit about their thesis, the intersection of theology and scientific discovery, and how theology is much more queer than we’ve been led to believe.
SHOW NOTES:
SUPPORT THE PODCAST - https://www.whatifproject.net/support
SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/whatifprojectpodcast
SPECIAL MUSIC - Tellsonic (Artist) / The Whistle Funk (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com
CONVERSATIONS OFFICIAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conversations-official/id1536720092
BOOKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:
- Reforming Sodom - https://www.amazon.com/Reforming-Sodom-Protestants-Rise-Rights/dp/1469624117/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3FI84VXZ7UJ7J&keywords=Reforming+Sodom&qid=1687660791&s=books&sprefix=reforming+sodom%2Cstripbooks%2C137&sr=1-1
- Queer Religiosities - https://www.amazon.com/Queer-Religiosities-Introduction-Transgender-Religion/dp/1442275677/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=queer+religiosities&qid=1687660817&s=books&sprefix=Queer+reli%2Cstripbooks%2C108&sr=1-1
- Christianity, Social Tolerance, and Homosexuality - https://www.amazon.com/Christianity-Social-Tolerance-Homosexuality-Fourteenth-ebook/dp/B018ASAY4A/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1DZCN3BHI6935&keywords=Christianity%2C+Social+Tolerance%2C+and+Homosexuality&qid=1687660867&s=books&sprefix=christianity%2C+social+tolerance%2C+and+homosexuality%2Cstripbooks%2C95&sr=1-1