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    Heretic Happy Hour

    Heretic Happy Hour is an unapologetically irreverent, crass, and sometimes profound conversation about the intersection of culture and the Christian faith. Hosts Keith Giles and Matthew J. Distefano, alongside a rotating panel of guest hosts that include theologians and therapists, professors and prophets, mystics and misfits, pull no punches and leave no stones unturned. For some serious sacred cow-tipping, there’s nothing better than spending an hour of your time with us.

    New shows every Tuesday, with bonus episodes on Fridays and Sundays.

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    Latest Episodes:
    #202: Surviving Religious Trauma with Mark Karris, Anna Clark Miller, and Danae Massey Casteel Oct 29, 2024

    In this week's show, we head back into the realm of mental health to discuss Religious Trauma Syndrome with therapists Mark Karris and Anna Clark Miller, and life coach Danae Massey Casteel.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!
    Pick up Sometimes Matt's new book, Heretic, Too!
    Today's Sponsor: Religionless Studios is a Progressive Christian video Bible commentary on YouTube. Every single Sunday the channel will move comprehensively and compassionately interpret the Bible through the lens of liberation theology. In addition to the YouTube channel, Religionless also has devotionals, study guides, and a Discord community that are all accessible via Patreon.

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    PANEL
    Mark Karris
    Anna Clark Miller
    Danae Massey Casteel

    HERESY AFTER HOURS LIVESTREAM: Nick Polk of The Tolkien Society Oct 28, 2024

    Today, Sometimes Matt goes it alone without Keith. But fear not! He is joined by Tolkien scholar Nick Polk of The Tolkien Society.

    To join Heresy After Hours, join the Facebook group. This is where the livestreams will take place every Sunday at 10 AM PST.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.

    Today's Sponsor: Religionless Studios is a Progressive Christian video Bible commentary on YouTube. Every single Sunday the channel will move comprehensively and compassionately interpret the Bible through the lens of liberation theology. In addition to the YouTube channel, Religionless also has devotionals, study guides, and a Discord community that are all accessible via Patreon.

    LINKS

    https://www.patreon.com/quoircast
    https://www.patheos.com/editorial/podcasts

    BONUS SHOW: What Happens When We Die? Oct 25, 2024

    In this week's bonus show, Angry Matt and Cussing Keith take a couple voicemails and a string of texts that remind us of a very certain Pal of ours. WARNING: This week's episode features Angry Matt and more cuss words out of Keith's mouth than ever before!

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show.
    Please consider signing up to financially support the Network: QuoirCast on Patreon
    Today's Sponsors:
    Religionless Studios is a Progressive Christian video Bible commentary on YouTube. Every single Sunday the channel will move comprehensively and compassionately interpret the Bible through the lens of liberation theology. In addition to the YouTube channel, Religionless also has devotionals, study guides, and a Discord community that are all accessible via Patreon.
    Evangelicalish Podcast: From meeting 7mountains religious leaders to sitting at a table with Ted Cruz and Nancy Pelosi, Paul and Ashley can tell stories of how we got here and how the transforming divine love of heaven can save us through love for our neighbors and for ourselves. Check out the podcast that is Evangelical…ISH on all of your favorite pod apps.

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    BOOKWORM: "Honoring the Journey," by Leslie Nease Oct 24, 2024

    In this edition of "bookworm," Keith sits down with former Survivor contestant Leslie Nease (aka "Sister Christian") to discuss her new Quoir book Honoring the Journey: The Deconstruction of Sister Christian.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    #201: What Happens When We Die? with Brandy Anderson and Dr. Katy Valentine Oct 22, 2024

    In this week's show, we jump headlong into the speculative and explore the afterlife with Quoir author Brandy Anderson and long-time host of this show, Dr. Katy Valentine.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!
    Today's Sponsor: Religionless Studios is a Progressive Christian video Bible commentary on YouTube. Every single Sunday the channel will move comprehensively and compassionately interpret the Bible through the lens of liberation theology. In addition to the YouTube channel, Religionless also has devotionals, study guides, and a Discord community that are all accessible via Patreon.

    Save 10% on Square 2 with the promo code "HAPPY"

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    PANEL

    Brandy Anderson
    Katy Valentine

    HERESY AFTER HOURS LIVESTREAM: Ashley and Paul from Evangelical-ish Oct 20, 2024

    Today, we are joined by Ashley and Paul Swearengin from the Evangelical-ish Podcast to discuss Project 2025 and "The Family."

    Purchase Matthew's new book, "Heretic, Too" now!

    To join Heresy After Hours, join the Facebook group. This is where the livestreams will take place every Sunday at 10 AM PST.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.

    Today's Sponsor: Religionless Studios is a Progressive Christian video Bible commentary on YouTube. Every single Sunday the channel will move comprehensively and compassionately interpret the Bible through the lens of liberation theology. In addition to the YouTube channel, Religionless also has devotionals, study guides, and a Discord community that are all accessible via Patreon.

    LINKS

    https://www.patreon.com/quoircast
    https://www.patheos.com/editorial/podcasts

    BONUS SHOW: The 200th Episode Oct 18, 2024

    In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith talk about the upcoming election and what it would mean for the podcast should Trump win.

    Please pick up Matthew's latest book, "Heretic, Too!" now!

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show.
    Today's Sponsors:
    Religionless Studios is a Progressive Christian video Bible commentary on YouTube. Every single Sunday the channel will move comprehensively and compassionately interpret the Bible through the lens of liberation theology. In addition to the YouTube channel, Religionless also has devotionals, study guides, and a Discord community that are all accessible via Patreon.
    Evangelicalish Podcast: From meeting 7mountains religious leaders to sitting at a table with Ted Cruz and Nancy Pelosi, Paul and Ashley can tell stories of how we got here and how the transforming divine love of heaven can save us through love for our neighbors and for ourselves. Check out the podcast that is Evangelical…ISH on all of your favorite pod apps.

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    #200: The Two-Hundredth Episode Special! Oct 15, 2024

    In this week's show, we reminisce about the first 200 episodes of the Heretic Happy Hour podcast.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!
    Today's Sponsor: Religionless Studios is a Progressive Christian video Bible commentary on YouTube. Every single Sunday the channel will move comprehensively and compassionately interpret the Bible through the lens of liberation theology. In addition to the YouTube channel, Religionless also has devotionals, study guides, and a Discord community that are all accessible via Patreon.

    Save 10% on Square 2 with the promo code "HAPPY"

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    HERESY AFTER HOURS LIVESTREAM: Desimber Rose of The God Squad Podcast Oct 13, 2024

    Today, we are joined by none other than Desimber Rose, former host of this show, to talk about the intersection of politics and religion.

    Purchase Matthew's new book, "Heretic, Too" now!

    To join Heresy After Hours, join the Facebook group. This is where the livestreams will take place every Sunday at 10 AM PST.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.

    Today's Sponsor: Religionless Studios is a Progressive Christian video Bible commentary on YouTube. Every single Sunday the channel will move comprehensively and compassionately interpret the Bible through the lens of liberation theology. In addition to the YouTube channel, Religionless also has devotionals, study guides, and a Discord community that are all accessible via Patreon.

    LINKS

    https://www.patreon.com/quoircast
    https://www.patheos.com/editorial/podcasts

    BONUS SHOW: The Second Deconstruction and Matthew's New Book, "Heretic, Too!" Oct 11, 2024

    In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith take a message to the Heresy After Hours Facebook group, and reflect on what a "second deconstruction" may consist of.

    Please pick up Matthew's latest book, "Heretic, Too!" now!

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show.

    To save 10% on Keith's Square 2 course, use promo code "HAPPY"
    Today's Sponsor: Religionless Studios is a Progressive Christian video Bible commentary on YouTube. Every single Sunday the channel will move comprehensively and compassionately interpret the Bible through the lens of liberation theology. In addition to the YouTube channel, Religionless also has devotionals, study guides, and a Discord community that are all accessible via Patreon.

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    #199: The Second Deconstruction with Angie Von Slaughter and Heather Hamilton Oct 08, 2024

    This week's show explores the idea of a second deconstruction of faith with artist Angie Von Slaughter and Quoir author Heather Hamilton.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    Save 10% on Square 2 with the promo code "HAPPY"

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    PANEL

    Angie Von Slaughter
    Heather Hamilton

    HERESY AFTER HOURS LIVESTREAM: Laci Bean of the Deadly Faith Podcast Oct 06, 2024

    Today, we have our very first guest to the Livestream of the Heretic Happy Hour. We sit down with Laci Bean of the Deadly Faith podcast to talk about bisexuality, the church, and how Christians use fear and shame to keep people trapped.

    To join Heresy After Hours, join the Facebook group. This is where the livestreams will take place every Sunday at 10 AM PST.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.

    LINKS

    https://www.patreon.com/quoircast
    https://www.patheos.com/editorial/podcasts

    BONUS SHOW: How to Be an Antiracist Part 2 Oct 04, 2024

    In this week's bonus show, we take a voicemail, a text, and talk about our personal ancestry stories.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show.

    To save 10% on Keith's Square 2 course, use promo code "HAPPY"
    Today's Sponsor: Religionless Studios is a Progressive Christian video Bible commentary on YouTube. Every single Sunday the channel will move comprehensively and compassionately interpret the Bible through the lens of liberation theology. In addition to the YouTube channel, Religionless also has devotionals, study guides, and a Discord community that are all accessible via Patreon.

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    #198: How to Be Antiracist Part 2 with Lisa Sharon Harper and Daniel Henderson Oct 01, 2024

    This week, we run it back and join Lisa Sharon Harper and Daniel Henderson for Part 2 of our conversation from last week about race in America.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    Pick up Dan's book, The Spiritual Journey to Antiracism.

    Save 10% on Square 2 with the promo code "HAPPY"

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    PANEL

    Lisa Sharon Harper
    Daniel Henderson

    LIVESTREAM: Updates to Heretic Happy Hour and Exciting Changes Happening Sep 30, 2024

    Today, we have our very first Livestream of the Heretic Happy Hour, where we make some major announcements and updates to what this show will look like moving forward.

    To join Heresy After Hours, join the Facebook group. This is where the livestreams will take place every Sunday at 10 AM PST.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.

    LINKS

    https://www.patreon.com/quoircast
    https://www.patheos.com/editorial/podcasts

    SUNDAY MATT: Major Changes and a Big Announcement Sep 29, 2024

    Today, we announce major changes so SUNDAY MATT.

    To join Heresy After Hours, join the Facebook group.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.

    LINKS

    https://www.patreon.com/quoircast
    https://www.patheos.com/editorial/podcasts

    BONUS SHOW: How to Be an Antiracist Sep 27, 2024

    In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith talk about racism in America and take a text about the Mark Robinson scandal in North Carolina.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show.

    To save 10% on Keith's Square 2 course, use promo code "HAPPY"

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    #197: How to Be Antiracist with Lisa Sharon Harper, Desimber Rose, and Daniel Henderson Sep 24, 2024

    On today's show, our panel discusses the differences between "non-racism" and "anti-racism," and why the latter is far superior to the former. Join Matthew and Keith, alongside Lisa Sharon Harper, Desimber Rose, and Daniel Henderson, to discuss this important topic.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    Pick up Dan's book, The Spiritual Journey to Antiracism.

    Save 10% on Square 2 with the promo code "HAPPY"

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    PANEL

    Lisa Sharon Harper
    Desimber Rose
    Daniel Henderson

    SUNDAY MATT: A Theology From Below Sep 22, 2024

    In today's edition of Sunday Matt, we touch on the difference between a theology from above (power) and a theology from below (service) and where each tends to lead.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.

    LINKS

    https://www.patreon.com/quoircast
    https://www.patheos.com/editorial/podcasts

    BONUS SHOW: Was Paul a Misogynist? Sep 20, 2024

    In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith continue the conversation about Paul and women and take a text from the hotline.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show.

    To save 10% on Keith's Square 2 course, use promo code "HAPPY"

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    BOOKWORM: "God, Sex, and Rich People," by Mattie Jo Cowsert Sep 19, 2024

    In this edition of "bookworm," Keith sits down with actor and author Mattie Jo Cowsert to discuss her brand-new book, God, Sex, and Rich People, as well as the pilot of the same name.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    #196: Was the Apostle Paul a Misogynist? with Dr. Jennifer Bird and Eric Reitan Sep 17, 2024

    On today's show, Keith and Matthew are joined by biblical scholar Jennifer Bird and philosophy professor Eric Reitan to answer the question "Was Paul a misogynist?"

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    Save 10% on Square 2 with the promo code "HAPPY"

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    PANEL

    Jennifer Bird
    Eric Reitan

    SUNDAY MATT: What if Obama Had a Laura Loomer? Sep 15, 2024

    In today's edition of Sunday Matt, we explore the hypocrisy of our response to Obama's "tan-gate" and Trump's relationship with 31-year-old Laura Loomer.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.

    LINKS

    https://www.patreon.com/quoircast
    https://www.patheos.com/editorial/podcasts

    BONUS SHOW: Is Jesus God? Sep 13, 2024

    In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith answer 2 texts, 2 voicemails, and give our thoughts on the Trump v. Harris debate.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show.

    To save 10% on Keith's Square 2 course, use promo code "HAPPY"

    Columbia's CRT Resources

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    #195: Is Jesus God? with Brandan Robertson, Roger Wolsey, and Heather Hamilton Sep 10, 2024

    On today's show, Keith and Matthew pose the question, "Is Jesus God?" to a panel that includes Brandan Robertson, Roger Wolsey, and Heather Hamilton. You'll be intrigued by the variety of answers given.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    Save 10% on Square 2 with the promo code "HAPPY"

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    PANEL

    Brandan Robertson
    Roger Wolsey
    Heather Hamilton

    SUNDAY MATT: America's Gun Problem Sep 08, 2024

    In today's edition of Sunday Matt, your favorite producer talks about gun violence, the recent school shooting, and who Christians who support Jesus should renounce the type of gun culture we have in the US.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.

    LINKS

    https://www.patreon.com/quoircast
    https://www.patheos.com/editorial/podcasts

    BONUS SHOW: The Moral Teachings of Jesus Sep 06, 2024

    In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith answer 5 voicemails from the Heretic Happy Hour hotline!

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show.

    To save 10% on Keith's Square 2 course, use promo code "HAPPY"

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    #194: The Moral Teachings of Jesus with Lisa Sharon Harper, Adam Ericksen, and Doug Pagitt Sep 03, 2024

    This week, our panel members discuss what Christian orthopraxy is and what, exactly, is the "good news" of Christianity if not a "get out of hell free" card.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    Learn how to DECOLONIZE CHRISTIANITY!

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    PANEL
    Lisa Sharon Harper
    Adam Ericksen
    Doug Pagitt

    SUNDAY MATT: An Introduction to Reading Romans Right Sep 01, 2024

    In today's edition of Sunday Matt, we introduce Romans 1-11, how much of the text isn't actually Paul's theology, and why that matters to Christian theology.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.

    LINKS

    https://www.patreon.com/quoircast
    https://www.patheos.com/editorial/podcasts

    BONUS SHOW: The Gospel of Mary Aug 30, 2024

    In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith answer a message into the hotline, then spend 45 minutes talking about food. You won't believe what Keith's idea of a good pizza is!

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.

    To save 10% on Keith's Square 2 course, use promo code "HAPPY"

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    #193: The Gospel of Mary with Candida Moss and Elizabeth Schrader Polczer Aug 27, 2024

    On today's show, Keith and Matthew sit down with Candida Moss and Libbie Schrader, two experts on the Gospel of Mary (Magdalene?). If you love the Gnostic texts, Christian history, and all that deliciously nerdy stuff, tune in for a deep dive into your favorite topics.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    To read the paper mentioned in the show: https://brill.com/downloadpdf/view/journals/nt/66/3/article-p382_8.pdf

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    PANEL
    Candida Moss
    Elizabeth Schrader

    SUNDAY MATT: Works of the Flesh Explained Aug 25, 2024

    In today's edition of Sunday Matt, we talk about the works of the flesh from Galatians 5, and why it probably doesn't mean what you may have originally thought it meant.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    BONUS SHOW: MAGA, Fascism, and Nazis Oh My! Aug 23, 2024

    In today's bonus show, we recap the first three days of the DNC, as well as take a text from a listener.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    If you’ve ever deconstructed your faith you know it’s not easy. But just imagine if you could have people to guide you through your process? People like, Jim Palmer, Kristin Du Mez, Jennifer Knapp, Brad Jersak, Brian Zahnd, Paul Young, and more? Well, if you head over to www.QuoirAcademy.com and register for SQUARE 2 using the Promo Code [HAPPY] you’ll get 10% off the regular registration cost of this awesome course and community just for being a fan of our show!

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    LIVE WATCH PARTY: The God Squad, Live, Day 4 of the DNC Aug 22, 2024

    COME HANG OUT WITH US LIVE TONIGHT! One night only! Keith and Matthew, along with Dillon and Desimber from The God Squad, are going live during the DNC. Day 4. Thursday. Join us at www.godsquadpod.com and hang out, from 5 PM PST/8 PM EST until the end of the Democratic National Convention!

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    #192: MAGA, Fascism, and Nazis Oh My with John Fugelsang, Jesse Dollemore, and Doug Pagitt Aug 20, 2024

    On this week's panel, we are joined by the illustrious panel of John Fugelsang, Jesse Dollemore, and Doug Pagitt to talk about the similarities and differences between fascist movements like Nazism and MAGA.
    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    PANEL
    John Fugelsang
    Jesse Dollemore
    Doug Pagitt

    SUNDAY MATT: Cruel Christianity Aug 18, 2024

    In today's edition of Sunday Matt, we explore the difference between "works of the flesh" and "fruit of the spirit," and how Christians can be so cruel.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    BONUS SHOW: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Aug 16, 2024

    In today's bonus show, your fearless leaders take two texts, talk about DEI, and come up with a brilliant plan to troll Rapture theologians.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    #191: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with Deshonna Collier-Goubil, Desimber Rose, and Sandhya Jha Aug 13, 2024

    Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are under attack in America, and if Project 2025 is implemented, things will get even worse. In this episode, we chat with professor Deshonna Collier-Goubil, as well as former HHH hosts Desimber Rose and Sandhya Jha, to wrestle with this growing threat.
    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    PANEL
    Deshonna Collier-Goubil
    Desimber Rose
    Sandhya Jha

    SUNDAY MATT: Orthopraxy > Orthodoxy Aug 11, 2024

    In today's edition of Sunday Matt, we go to church to talk about how orthopraxy is more crucial than orthodoxy when it comes to the Christian faith.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    BONUS SHOW: Religious Trauma and Abuse Aug 09, 2024

    In today's bonus show, Keith and Matt take a text, respond to an audio clip, and answer a voicemail caller that takes some issue with our recent stance on the show.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    #190: Religious Trauma and Abuse with Dr. Mark Karris and Dr. Tiffany Y. Brooks Aug 06, 2024

    Religious Abuse and Trauma go hand in hand. This week, our hosts sit down with doctors Mark Karris and Tiffany Y. Brooks to discuss the religious trauma that stems from abuse in the church.
    Trigger Warning: this episode contains discussions about trauma and abuse, and may be troubling to some listeners.
    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    LINKS

    QuoirCast on Patreon
    QuoirCast on Patheos

    PANEL
    Mark Karris
    Tiffany Y. Brooks

    BONUS INTERVIEW: The Heretic of Love with Thomas Jay Oord Aug 05, 2024

    Author Thomas Jay Oord was recently put on trial for affirming the LGBTQI+ community. In this special episode, Keith Giles interviews Thomas to hear the details of his heresy trial with the Church of the Nazarene.

    To follow Thomas Jay Oord's work, head on over to his official website.

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    SUNDAY MATT: Trump and Black Journalists, Christians and Women, and So Many Thoughts Aug 04, 2024

    In today's edition of Sunday Matt, your favorite producer talks about all the things people are talking about: the dumpster fire that was Trump's interview with Black journalists, the dumpster fire that is the Christian response to a woman boxer, and the dumpster fire that often rages in my head as I try to sort through the most ridiculous timeline in history.

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    BONUS SHOW: MAGA vs. Women Aug 02, 2024

    Today's show recaps the main Tuesday show, MAGA vs. Women, and takes a call into the hotline.

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    BOOKWORM: "Alien Phonics Primer" by Darrell Epp Jul 31, 2024

    In this very first installment of "Bookworm," Keith sits down with Canadian poet Darrell Epp to discuss his new book, Alien Phonics Primer.

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    #189: MAGA vs. Women with Eve_wasframed, April Ajoy, and Kristina Hart Jul 30, 2024

    Our panelists expose the misogynistic rhetoric of MAGA Christianity and their escalating war on women.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    To pick up Keith's best-selling book on Thomas, click here.

    Pre-order April's book, Star Spangled Jesus.

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    PANEL

    Eve_wasframed
    April Ajoy
    Kristina Hart

    SUNDAY MATT: The Razing of Happy Woods Farm Jul 28, 2024

    Today's "Sunday Matt" is as raw as it gets. As your producer, I apologize for forgetting to use the same expensive microphone I generally use, but the oversight just goes to show you how upset I was in this episode. Please forgive the less than professional audio quality. I really am upset and I need you to know why; it's important to me.

    Episode Notes

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    BONUS SHOW: God and the Gay Christian Jul 26, 2024

    Today's show features a text, a voicemail, and a conversation about what it would be like if Christians followed the Sermon on the Mount.

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    #188: God and the Gay Christian with Brandan Robertson, Jennifer Knapp, and Flamy Grant Jul 23, 2024

    What if the Queer movement and the Deconstruction movement were both answers to our prayers for revival and the next step in the spiritual evolution of the Christian faith pointing us to greater inclusiveness and more Christlike love?

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

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    PANEL

    Brandan Robertson
    Flamy Grant
    Jennifer Knapp

    SUNDAY MATT: How Can You Support Women and Trump? Jul 21, 2024

    In this edition of Sunday Matt, your favorite producer rants about how support for Trump and women is an oxymoron.

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    BONUS SHOW: The Mythology of Belief Jul 19, 2024

    Keith and Matt answer a text that came into the hotline, and then discuss the attempted assassination of former president Donald J. Trump.

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    #187: The Mythology of Belief with Rainn Wilson, Heather Hamilton, and Adam Ericksen. Jul 16, 2024

    For some people, calling their faith mythology is insulting and threatening. But what if mythologizing our faith brings us more meaning and depth than literalizing it? In this episode, former assistant to the regional manager, actor and author, Rainn Wilson returns to help us rethink mythology and faith, alongside author Heather Hamilton [Returning to Eden] and pastor Adam Ericksen.

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    PANEL
    Rainn Wilson
    Heather Hamilton
    Adam Ericksen

    SUNDAY MATT: The Shot Heard 'Round the World Jul 14, 2024

    In this edition of Sunday Matt, we talk about the shot heard round the world.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.

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    BONUS SHOW: Marriage and Deconstruction Jul 12, 2024

    Keith and Matt do their best to talk about Tuesdays' episode on marriage and deconstruction, but with so much wild stuff in the news, they cover that instead... from the recently released Epstein files to Project 2025. They even read a text from a listener that will be sure to get us to think.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

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    #186: Marriage and Deconstruction with David Hayward (the NakedPastor) and Michelle Collins Jul 09, 2024

    In this episode, our panel features the Naked Pastor, David Hayward and Michelle Collins talking about the dangers of deconstruction when your partner doesn't and how to salvage your relationship if it's not too late.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

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    BOOKS TO CHECK OUT
    Passionate Marriage

    PANEL
    David Hayward
    Michelle Collins

    SUNDAY MATT: The Handmaid's Tale IRL Jul 07, 2024

    In this edition of Sunday Matt, your favorite producer chats about the how we are living in the precursor to The Handmaid's Tale.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. In the very near future, we will get to your calls!

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    BONUS SHOW: Worship Manipulation Jul 05, 2024

    Keith and Matt continue the conversation about worship manipulation, and take a handful of hotline callers' questions.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

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    #185: Worship As Manipulation with Eve_Was Framed, Caleb Fadness, and Benjamin Faye Jul 02, 2024

    Our panelists for this episode are all former worship leaders and their experiences suggest that worship music is emotionally and spiritually manipulative in ways most people cannot possibly imagine.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

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    PANEL

    Eve_wasframed
    Caleb Fadness
    Benjamin Faye

    SUNDAY MATT: Is that What You Call a Debate?! Jun 30, 2024

    In this edition of Sunday Matt, your favorite producer chats about the recent debate, if that's what you wanna call it.

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    BONUS SHOW: The Spiritual Power of Art Jun 28, 2024

    Keith and Matt continue the conversation about Christian art and what makes it so cringeworthy.

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    #184: The Spiritual Power of Art with David Hayward, Derek Webb, and Jennifer Knapp Jun 25, 2024

    In this episode, we talk with our panelists about the power of art to express truth and emotion, and what makes art good or bad.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

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    PANEL

    David Hayward
    Derek Webb
    Jennifer Knapp

    SUNDAY MATT: The 10 Commandments and Project 2025 Jun 23, 2024

    In this edition of Sunday Matt, your favorite producer chats about the 10 Commandments and Project 2025.

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    BONUS SHOW: The Hidden Gospel of Thomas Jun 21, 2024

    The Bonus Show rolls on and picks up where we left off during Tuesday's main show. Matthew and Keith reflect on what the Gospel of Thomas means to Christianity, and how an expanded canon would benefit Christianity.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

    To pick up Keith's best-selling book on Thomas, click here.

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    #183: The Hidden Gospel of Thomas with Dr. Elaine Pagels, Dr. Christopher Skinner and William Duffy Jun 18, 2024

    In this fascinating panel discussion, co-hosts Matthew Distefano and Keith Giles talk with new testament and early church scholars, Elaine Pagels, Christopher Skinner and William G. Duffy to answer your questions about the Gospel of Thomas to determine if it's a legitimate collection of the sayings of Jesus.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

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    PANEL

    Elaine Pagels
    William Duffy
    Christopher Skinner

    SUNDAY MATT: MAGA and Nazism Jun 16, 2024

    On this edition of Sunday Matt, Nazism is compared with MAGA, and the similarities will unnerve you.

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    BONUS SHOW: The False White Gospel Jun 14, 2024

    For today's Bonus Show, Keith and Matthew continue the conversation about the very dangerous false white gospel, and even challenge Sean McDowell to address it on his YouTube channel instead of worrying about the so-called "threat" of deconstruction.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

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    #182: The False White Gospel with Jim Wallis, Herb Montgomery, and Dillon Naber Cruz Jun 11, 2024

    White Christian Nationalism threatens American Democracy and American Christianity, but how did we get here, what happens next, and why won't this election solve the problem?

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

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    PANEL

    Jim Wallis
    Dillon Naber Cruz
    Herb Montgomery

    MONDAY BONUS BONUS: Answering the Hotline Calls and Texts Jun 10, 2024

    It's bonus-bonus time! Keith and Matt finally get to all the hotline calls and texts, answering questions from abortion to Trump and just about everything in between.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

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    SUNDAY MATT: The Chosen One *Insert Puke Emoji* Jun 09, 2024

    In this week's monologue, Matt talks about the song, The Chosen One, and then rambles about the kingdom of heaven being HERE and NOW, and not some place you go to when you die.

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    BONUS SHOW: Empowering Women and Crushing the Patriarchy Jun 07, 2024

    Keith and Matthew carry on the conversation from Tuesday's main show about what it means to empower women (IE "mansplain").

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

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    #181: Empowering Women and Crushing the Patriarchy with April Ajoy and Sheila Wray Gregoire Jun 04, 2024

    It's a Man's World, but should it be? Join author Sheila Wray Gregoire and Instagram/TikTok influencer April Ajoy to discuss how we can empower women to escape the Patriarchy and discover true freedom.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!

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    PANEL

    Sheila Wray Gregoire
    April Ajoy

    SUNDAY MATT: On Why The Office is Such a Great Show Jun 02, 2024

    In this week's monologue, Matt shows some love to Rainn Wilson and the entire The Office cast and crew.

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    BREAKING NEWS: GUILTY x 34!!! May 31, 2024

    BREAKING NEWS! Former President Donald Trump has been found guilty of 34 felony charges and we're here to comment.

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    BONUS SHOW: Virtue Without Faith May 31, 2024

    Keith and Matthew carry on the conversation from Tuesday's main show about what it means to have virtue without faith. Plus, Matthew tells his story about what happened when he came out bi.

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    #180: Virtue Without Faith featuring Laci Bean, Eve_WasFramed and Kyle Butler May 28, 2024

    Evangelical Christians claim that Atheists and Non-Believers can't know what true love is because God is love. Join Eve_WasFramed, Laci Bean and Kyle Butler to discuss why being a good person has nothing to do with faith in the God of the Bible.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020.

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    PANEL

    Eve_WasFramed
    Laci Bean
    Kyle Butler

    SUNDAY MATT: Addressing a Scathing Review May 26, 2024

    In this week's monologue, Matt addresses the scathing review the podcast recently got, and why our show is NOT an echo chamber.

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    BONUS SHOW: White Christian Nationalism May 24, 2024

    Keith and Matthew carry on the conversation from Tuesday's main show about the White Christian Nationalism.

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    #179: White Christian Nationalism with Shane Claiborne and Lisa Sharon Harper May 21, 2024

    Join activists and authors Shane Claiborne and Lisa Sharon Harper as we discuss why White Christian Nationalism is the biggest threat to American Democracy and American Religious Freedom imaginable, and what we can do about it.

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    PANEL

    Lisa Sharon Harper
    Shane Claiborne

    SUNDAY MATT: Butker and Coulter Are Who They Are May 19, 2024

    In this week's monologue, Matt talks about how both Ann Coulter and Harrison Butker are representative of mainstream Christianity, even in 2024.

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    BONUS SHOW: The Bible and Politics May 17, 2024

    Keith and Matthew carry on the conversation from Tuesday's main show about the Bible and politics, and the dangers of Christian Nationalism.

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    #178: The Bible and Politics with John Fugelsang, Eve_WasFramed and Desimber Rose May 14, 2024

    According to Pew Research, 86% of White Evangelicals believe the Bible should influence American politics. Comedian John Fugelsang, Instagram influencer Eve_WasFramed and author Desimber Rose join us to explain why that's a bad idea.

    If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020.

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    PANEL

    John Fugelsang
    Eve_WasFramed
    Desimber Rose

    SUNDAY MATT: Vivek Said WHAT?! May 12, 2024

    From Sometimes Matt to Sunday Matt, our very own producer/co-host is here to explain why he's a hater, and why something Vivek Ramaswamy said that has him shaking his head

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    #177: Heretic Happy Hour Relaunch - Don't Call It A Comeback May 07, 2024

    Co-hosts Matthew Distefano and Keith Giles return to the podcast to reveal what this new relaunch is all about. Don't miss out on the new weekly panel format, plus Friday Bonus Shows and Sunday's with Matthew.

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    #176: Lost Interviews featuring Michael Camp Mar 26, 2024

    The lost interviews series closes out with a chat with Michael Camp, author of Breaking Bad Faith, out now on Quoir Publishing.

    To support the show, subscribe today!

    #177: Lost Interviews featuring Amanda Waldron Mar 19, 2024

    We continue in our "lost interviews" series, this time featuring deconstruction coach Amanda Waldron.

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    #176: Lost Interviews featuring Timothy Whitaker of The New Evangelicals Mar 12, 2024

    The Heretic Happy Hour is currently in hiatus, but we stumbled upon some lost interviews from earlier this year. This first is with Tim Whitaker of The New Evangelicals.

    Tune in to all the QuoirCast podcasts!

    #175: We Have an Important Announcement (No, for Real this Time!) Feb 27, 2024

    Folks, we regret to inform you that this is the end. No, for real. This is the final show in the current incarnation of the Heretic Happy Hour podcast. But fear not! After a short break, we are going to be back, bigger and better than ever. You honestly have no idea what's in store for this show, but in due time, all will be revealed. Stay tuned...

    In the meantime, if you want to keep up to date on all the action, please subscribe at Patreon, where we are going to be building a unique community of spiritual seekers and questioners.

    #174: It's the Heretic of the Year, 2024! Feb 13, 2024

    Come celebrate all the nominees and the winner of the coveted 2024 Heretic of the Year award!

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    #173: Too Fab for Florida, Part 8 (with Special Guest host Roland Stringfellow) Jan 30, 2024

    The Too Fab for Florida series comes to a close with Rev. Roland Stringfellow, Senior Pastor and Teacher of the Metropolitan Community Church in Detroit, Michigan.

    Check out all the QuoirCast podcasts at quoir.com.

    Pick up Michael Camp's book, Breaking Bad Faith, now!

    Bonus Episode: We Have An Announcement! Jan 23, 2024

    This is normally an off week for us, but guess what? We have an announcement (and no, it's not that we're bringing the hotline back!). We have a book out TODAY! And it features former HOTW guests, including Rainn Wilson, Carlton Pearson, and many more!

    To purchase, please follow the link: Heretic Happy Hour the Book

    #172: Too Fab For Florida, Part 7 (with Special Guest host Rev. Jakob Hero Shaw) Jan 16, 2024

    The Too Fab for Florida series keeps bringing the heat in this inspiring conversation with Rev. Jakob Hero-Shaw, the Trans, Queer, Senior Pastor of the Metropolitan Community Church of Tampa, Florida.

    Check out all the QuoirCast podcasts at quoir.com.

    Pick up Karen Shock's book, Too Much and Not Enough, now!

    #171: Too Fab For Florida, Part 6 (with Special Guest host Dr. Jaeda C. Calaway) Jan 02, 2024

    Our Too Fab for Florida series continues with a candid conversation about the intersection of theology and gender with Dr. Jaeda C. Calaway, a professor at Illinois College, and the author of The Christian Moses. Check out their work at https://antiquitopia.wordpress.com/about/.

    Tune in to all the QuoirCast podcasts at Patheos!

    To purchase Heather Hamilton's book, Returning to Eden, click the link.

    Bonus Episode: "Fortune Teller," by Flamy Grant Dec 26, 2023

    Last week, we promised we'd include a track off Flamy Grant's latest album, but didn't have a file in time. So, as a way to fulfill our promise, here it is: Fortune Teller.

    Check out the entire QuoirCast network on Patheos and at quoir.com.

    #170: Too Fab For Florida, Part 5 (with Special Guest host Flamy Grant) Dec 19, 2023

    Buckle up buttercup, because we're back into this Fabulous series with the flamboyantly fantastic Flamy Grant who talks about how they ended up being the first drag queen to hit #1 on the Christian Music Charts.

    To support the show, sign up on Patreon.

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    #169: What's Up Doc?: The Family Conspiracy (HOTW: Janet K. Ray) Dec 05, 2023

    Our Conservative Christian Documentary Series continues with our reactions to "The Family" on Netflix. What does the National Prayer Breakfast have to do with exporting anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric to Third World nations? PLUS, our Heretic of the Week is Janet K. Ray, author of "The God of Monkey Science: People of Faith in a Modern Scientific World."

    Pick up Sitting in the Shade of Another Tree.

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    #168: What's Up Doc? The Secrets of Hillsong (HOTW: Maria Francesca French) Nov 21, 2023

    Our third episode in our conservative Christian documentary series explores the disturbing behavior of Hillsong, with a look at "The Secrets of Hillsong" on HULU. Plus, our Heretic of the Week is the wonderful Maria Francesca French, author of Safer Than the Known Way and Reconfiguring.

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    Keith's latest book, Second Cup with Keith, is now available.

    #167: Too Fab For Florida, Part 4 (with Special Guest Host Angela Yarber) Nov 07, 2023

    In this episode, the Heretics sit down with award-winning author and artist, Angela Yarber. She's the Executive Director of the Holy Women Icons Project, a non-profit seeking to empower marginalized women by telling the stories of revolutionary holy women through art, writing, and special events. Her painting, writing, and work has been featured on NPR's Progressive Spirit, Maya Angelou's memorial celebration, and the television show Tiny House Nation. She's the author of seven books - four included in the Top LGBTQ Christian books of their respective publication years.

    Check out Angela's art here.

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    #166: Too Fab For Florida, Part 3 (with Special Guest Host Sister Merry Peter) Oct 24, 2023

    Our new "Too Fab For Florida" series celebrates the gifts and wisdom of people in the queer, trans and drag community as a counter-narrative to the relentless assault on their community.

    This week continues with Sister Merry Peter of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgences.

    Tune in to all QuoirCast podcasts at Patheos.

    Check out the latest interfaith book from Quoir, Sitting in the Shade of Another Tree.

    #165: Too Fab For Florida, Part 2 (with Special Guest Host Karley Marx) Oct 10, 2023

    Our new "Too Fab For Florida" series celebrates the gifts and wisdom of people in the queer, trans and drag community as a counter-narrative to the relentless assault on their community.

    This week continues with Lady Karley Dada Marx, an American drag performer, painter, and pop artist. They are from Chicago, Illinois. Marx's drag persona and name are a play-off of Karl Marx, Marxistaesthetics, the intersections in critical and queer theory, and deeply political-Dadaist influences.

    To listen to all the QuoirCast podcasts, head on over to Patheos.

    To support Heretic Happy Hour on Patreon, click here!

    #164: Too Fab For Florida, Part 1 (with Special Guest Host Daniel Lavery) Sep 26, 2023

    Our new "Too Fab For Florida" series celebrates the gifts and wisdom of people in the queer, trans and drag community as a counter-narrative to the relentless assault on their community. To kick things off, our resident expert for this conversation is Daniel M. Lavery, author of Something That May Shock and Discredit You, he also wrote the "Dear Prudence" advice column at Slate.com from 2016 to 2021. Daniel also hosts the Slate podcast, Big Mood, Little Mood for Slate.com, and writes The Chatner newsletter on Substack.

    Daniel's Links:

    BOOK: https://a.co/d/23KbTUD
    PODCAST: https://slate.com/podcasts/big-mood-little-mood
    THE CHATNER NEWSLETTER: https://www.thechatner.com/

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    #163: What's Up Doc?: Shiny Happy People (HOTW: Karen Shock) Sep 12, 2023

    Our second episode in our conservative Christian documentary series explores the profound weirdness and creepy cult behaviors exposed in the SHINY HAPPY PEOPLE documentary. PLUS, our Heretic of the Week is the amazing Karen Shock, author of TOO MUCH AND NOT ENOUGH.

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    #162: What's Up Doc?: God Forbid (HOTW: Bart Ehrman) Aug 29, 2023

    Kicking off a brand-new series reacting to several recent documentaries exposing the weirdness, hypocrisy and abuses of Conservative Christianity, we start with GOD FORBID. Come for the pool boy, stay for the epic takedown of White Christian Nationalism. PLUS, our HOTW is Bart Ehrman.

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    Check out Matthew's Paula White Remix.

    #161: Bible Bonus Tracks: Acts of Paul and Thecla (with Special Guest Host Anna Rebecca Solevag) Aug 15, 2023

    Our Bible Bonus Tracks series wraps up with the lesser known "Acts of Paul and Thecla" - an apocryphal religious romance of the Apostle Paul's influence on a young virgin named Thecla. New Testament scholar, Anna Rebecca Solevag, walks us through this obscure, but endlessly fascinating, early Christian text.

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    #160: Bible Bonus Tracks: The Gospel of Thomas (with Special Guest Host Melissa Harl Sellew) Aug 01, 2023

    Our Bible Bonus Tracks series continues with The Gospel of Thomas - the lost text that contains the sayings of Jesus as recorded by his disciples which was buried around the 4th century and only recently uncovered at Nag Hammadi in 1945. Our resident expert, professor Melissa Harl Sellew, Th.D, from the University of Minnesota, is our HOTW and our guide through this fascinating text.

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    #159: Bible Bonus Tracks: The Gospel of Judas (with Special Guest Host David Brakke) Jul 18, 2023

    Our new series kicks off with The Gospel of Judas - the lost text that only recently shed new light on how some early Christians viewed Judas - and resident expert, author, professor and theologian David Brakke is our HOTW to walk us through the text.

    You can find the Gospel of Judas here: Gospel of Judas.

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    #158: Medium Large (HOTW: Kiersten Hathcock) Jul 04, 2023

    Our final episode in our Ghosts and Ghouls series concludes with a discussion about Mediums; Are they for real? What does the Bible say? How to spot a fake! PLUS, our Heretic of the Week is medium Kiersten Hathcock, author of Little Voices.

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    #157: Ghostly Ancestors (HOTW: Heather Hamilton) Jun 20, 2023

    Our Ghosts and Ghouls Series continues as we examine the spiritual influence of our Ancestors and try to figure out if they’re ghosts, spirits, or something completely different. PLUS, Heather Hamilton, author of Returning To Eden: A Field Guide For The Spiritual Journey is our Heretic of the Week!

    To pick up Sandhya's book on ancestors, click here!

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    #156: What Are Ghosts? (HOTW: Tuhina Rasche) Jun 06, 2023

    Part 2 of our Ghosts and Ghouls Series continues as we try to define what Ghosts might actually be. Are they the spirits of dead people, or demonic forces, or spiritual beings, or perhaps even other people in separate dimensions? Plus our Heretic of the Week is the amazing Tuhina Rasche, who works to decolonize Christianity in the USA.

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    #155: Ghosts and Ghouls (HOTW: Eric English) May 23, 2023

    Let’s get spooky. To kick off our brand-new Ghosts and Ghouls series we’re sharing our own personal ghost stories. Keep the lights on for this one! Plus, our Heretic of the Week is author and blogger Eric English who talks about his new book UNenlightenment: A Theological Foundation for Deconstructing and Reconstructing the Christian Faith.

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    #154: Why Bother With The Bible? (HOTW: Laura Forehand) May 09, 2023

    As we wrap up our series, “What Is The Bible?” the Happy Heretics come clean about how they personally approach the Bible and whether or not it’s still something worth taking seriously in our daily life. Plus, Laura Forehand, co-author of Out Into The Desert: Thriving Outside Organized Religion, is our HOTW.

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    #153: The Bible B-Sides Continued (HOTW: Brad Jersak) Apr 25, 2023

    Let’s finish our conversation about those lost, secret and hidden books that didn’t make the final cut of the Bible: The Gospel of Mary, The Gospel of Judas and The Book of Enoch. Plus our favorite returning guest, author and theologian, Brad Jersak, author of Out of the Embers: Faith After the Great Deconstruction is our HOTW.

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    #152: Bible B-Sides and Lost Texts (HOTW: Patrick Reyes) Apr 11, 2023

    Part 4 of our "What Is The Bible?" series dives into the extra-biblical texts that didn't make the director's cut. We'll talk about the Nag Hammadi Library, Gnostic Gospels, Apocrypha and more! Plus, our HOTW is Patrick Reyes, author of The Purpose Gap: Empowering Communities of Color to Find Meaning and Thrive.

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    #151: Intermission: Some Thoughts From Our Producer Mar 28, 2023

    Let's interrupt our regularly scheduled program and hear from our producer, Matthew J. Distefano, aka Sometimes Matt, aka the Italian Stallion, aka Mr. Stoned Thoughts himself, as he rambles on about the things he's learned over the past year.

    Check out his brand new book, The Wisdom of Hobbits, now!
    Check out Keith's debate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNgo19XT3pc

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    #150: How Did We Get the Bible? (HOTW: Jim Mitulski) Mar 14, 2023

    Our series on the Bible continues as we explore where the Bible came from, who put it together, and why? Plus, our Heretic of the Week is Jim Mitulski, a gay feminist anti-racist, liberation theologian minister you’re going to love getting to know.

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    #149: Is the Bible Inspired? (HOTW: Brian K. Woodson, Sr.) Feb 28, 2023

    In part 2 of our "What Is The Bible?" series we examine the concept of Inspiration and what it does and doesn't mean. Plus, our Heretic of the Week is Brian K. Wilson, author of the new Purplynd Sci-Fi novel from Quoir Publishing.

    Today's episode is brought to you by Returning to Eden by Heather Hamilton, a book that, according the David Hayward, will "benefit many on their spiritual journeys."

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    #148: The Rani and Rose Show Feb 14, 2023

    We interrupt this regularly scheduled program to bring you the Rani and Rose show. This week, we've kicked out Katy and Keith and are going to hear from the newest members of the Heretic Happy Hour: Sandhya and Desimber, as they deep dive into who they are and what brought them here.

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    #147: What is the Bible? (HOTW: Dr. Jennifer Bird) Jan 31, 2023

    In the first episode of our new series, we'll examine the Bible and explain what it is, what it's not, and share our favorite - and least favorite - translations. Plus, an eye-opening conversation with Bible scholar and author Dr. Jennifer Bird, our Heretic of the Week.

    Today's episode is brought to you by Sola Mysterium, by our very own Keith Giles. Pick it up today on Amazon.

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    #146: Heretic of the Year Award Show 2022 Jan 17, 2023

    Once again we gather to award some lucky person the coveted "Jivanjee" award and crown a new Heretic of the Year for 2022. Who will it be? Kevin Garcia? Yolanda Norton? Meg Heppner? Rommel Parks-Weekly? Or April Ajoy? Tune in to find out! And the winner is....

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    #145: What if...Jesus Didn’t Exist? (HOTW: Dan Henderson) Jan 03, 2023

    Can you imagine the world without the influence of Christianity? Or your own life without Jesus? Let's try to imagine what that alternate reality might look like, plus our Heretic of the Week is the amazing Dan Henderson, author of the newly released book Confessions of a Recovering Evangelical [Quoir Publishing].

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    #144: What if...There Was No Christmas? (HOTW: Justin Tang) Dec 20, 2022

    Try to imagine your life without Christmas. No tree. No presents. No eggnog. No red-nosed reindeer. How different would your life be? Plus, our HOTW is YouTuber Justin Tang.

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    #143: What if...Jesus Was a Woman? (HOTW: Meg Heppner) Dec 06, 2022

    Our “What if?” series continues as we explore how different Christianity may have been if the “Christ” had been a woman and how this new “Christa” movement might have impacted the Patriarchy, Church leadership, and more.

    Plus, hypnotherapist, life coach and host of The Art of Being H(YOU)man podcast, Meg Heppner, is our Heretic of the Week.

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    #142: What if...Aliens Are Real? (HOTW: Jason Elam) Nov 22, 2022

    In our new “What if?” series, we start off asking how alien contact would upset the Christian worldview and explore the implications of knowing we’re not alone in the universe. Plus, Jason Elam – co-editor of the new book, Parenting Deconstructed, is our Heretic of the Week.

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    #141: Oh, Bye Mark (HOTW April Ajoy) Nov 08, 2022

    Our Church Trauma Series concludes with a look back at the slow-motion car-crash we call Mark Driscoll and his, sadly, ongoing reign of toxic, hyper-masculine TheoBro-ish misogynistic terror. Plus the beautiful and amazing April Ajoy is our HOTW.

    If you want to send Pastor Mark Driscoll a copy of Matthew's book Don't Be A D**k (because we all know he needs one), his church address is:

    Trinity Church
    8620 E McDonald Dr.
    Scottsdale, AZ 85250

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    #140: Et tu, Bruxy? (HOTW: Darrell Epp) Oct 25, 2022

    Our Church Trauma Series continues with a look at the sexual abuse controversy involving progressive Anabaptist pastor, Bruxy Cavey. Plus, our Heretic of the week is best-selling Canadian poet Darrell Epp, author of the newly-released Permanent Smoke.

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    #139: OMG SBC, WTF? (HOTW: Elaine Pagels) Oct 11, 2022

    Our Church Trauma Series continues with the massive nationwide abuse scandal and cover-up by America’s largest protestant denomination, the Southern Baptist Church. Plus, our Heretic of the Week is Professor of Religion at Princeton and author Elaine Pagels.

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    #138: Ravi, Ravi, Ravi (HOTW: Jennifer Knapp) Sep 27, 2022

    Our new line-up assembles to tackle scandals, abuse, and cover-ups in our Church Trauma series, plus musician Jennifer Knapp is our HOTW.

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    #137: A Brand New Day Sep 13, 2022

    Welcome to our new lineup, featuring new co-hosts, a new format, and new perspectives to make our podcast even more happy and heretical than ever!

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    #136: The Fellowship of the Ring (Faith and Film Series) Aug 30, 2022

    Our film series wraps up with an adventure through Middle-earth, replete with dragons, elves, and of course, furry-footed hobbits.

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    #135: The Man From Earth (Faith and Film Series) Aug 16, 2022

    Our film series continues with The Man From Earth—an interesting take on immortality, religion and humanity.

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    #134: Mary Magdalene (Faith and Film Series) Aug 02, 2022

    Let's kick off our new series with the film Mary Magdalene and find out why the best films about Jesus aren't really about Jesus.
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    #133: Derrick’s Day Jul 19, 2022

    Nothing will ever be the same again after Derrick reveals the shocking truth. Don't miss this special episode!
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    #132: Heretical Parables (HOTW: Kevin Garcia) Jul 05, 2022

    In our final episode of the Parables series, the co-hosts write and share their own original parables and try to guess what they mean. Plus, a rare returning Heretic of the Week, Kevin Garcia, brings the heat.

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    #131: Gettin’ Figgy With It (HOTW: Phil Drysdale) Jun 21, 2022

    Let's subvert The Parable of the Fig Tree in our ongoing Parables Series. Plus, incredible insights from deconstruction researcher and Heretic of the Week, Phil Drysdale.

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    #130: Unjust Judge (HOTW: Desimber Rose Wattleton) Jun 07, 2022

    Revisiting the Parable of the Unjust judge leads to some unexpected insights. Plus, the amazing Desimber Rose Wattleton, author of The Church Can Go To Hell: Overcoming the Brokenness, Bitterness, and Bondage of Church Hurt, is our Heretic of the Week!

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    #129: Generosity Overload (HOTW: Brian McLaren) May 24, 2022

    In our ongoing Parable Series, we're subverting the Parable of the Generous Landowner. Plus, Brian McLaren, author of Faith After Doubt is our Heretic of the Week!

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    #128: Lost Shepherds (HOTW: Kevin Sweeney) May 10, 2022

    Our Parables Series returns with the Parable of the Lost Sheep, and it's probably not what you think it's about. Plus, Kevin Sweeney, author of The Making of a Mystic: My Journey With Mushrooms, My Life as a Pastor, and Why It's Okay for Everyone to Relax, is our Heretic of the Week!

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    #127: Transgender and Jewish Voices with special guest, Joy Ladin (Decolonizing Christianity Series) Apr 26, 2022

    Is the theology you were born into the only option? In this new series, the Heretic Happy Hour crew invites experts to walk us through other options for embracing faith from new perspectives. Let’s decolonize American Christianity’s White Male cultural, theological, and psychological dominance.

    In our final episode of this series, we learn from teacher, author, poet, and literary scholar Joy Ladin about the beauty of faith through the Transgender, Jewish lens.

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    #126: Transqueer Theology and Latinx Voices with special guest, Robyn Henderson-Espinoza (Decolonizing Christianity Series) Apr 12, 2022

    Is the theology you were born into the only option? In this new series, the Heretic Happy Hour crew invites experts to walk us through other options for embracing faith from new perspectives. Let’s decolonize American Christianity’s White Male cultural, theological, and psychological dominance.

    In our penultimate episode in the Decolonizing Christianity series, transqueer activist, Latinx scholar, and founder of the Activist Theology Project, Dr. Robyn Henderson-Espinoza, helps us understand Christian Theology through the Transqueer and Latinx lens.

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    #125: Womanist Theology and Non-Majority Voices with special guest, Yolanda Norton (Decolonizing Christianity Series) Mar 29, 2022

    Is the theology you were born into the only option? In this new series, the Heretic Happy Hour crew invites experts to walk us through other options for embracing faith from new perspectives. Let’s decolonize American Christianity’s White Male cultural, theological, and psychological dominance.
    What would happen if black women were elevated, celebrated, and empowered? Yolanda Norton, founder of the Beyonce Mass, shows us how black women find their voice, represent the image of God, and create beautiful spaces for liberation.

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    #124: Queer Theology and Non-Majority Voices with special guest, Jay Johnson (Decolonizing Christianity Series) Mar 15, 2022

    Is the theology you were born into the only option? In this new series, the Heretic Happy Hour crew invites experts to walk us through other options for embracing faith from new perspectives. Let’s decolonize American Christianity’s White Male cultural, theological, and psychological dominance.

    Queer Theology is more inclusive and expansive than you might think and author/theologian Jay Johnson helps us understand it's impossible to follow Jesus without embracing queer perspectives of faith and spirituality.

    #123: Black Liberation and Queer Theologies with special guest, Rommell Parks-Weekly (Decolonizing Christianity Series) Mar 01, 2022

    Is the theology you were born into the only option? In this new series, the Heretic Happy Hour crew invites experts to walk us through other options for embracing faith from new perspectives. Let’s decolonize American Christianity's White Male cultural, theological, and psychological dominance.
    Black and Queer Christians have a lot to teach us about faith, love, and acceptance. Pastor and author Rommell Parks-Weekly's experiences as a gay man and a black pastor are invaluable as he shares his insights with us in our second episode of this new series.

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    #122: Asian-American Theology with special guest, Sandhya Jha (Decolonizing Christianity Series) Feb 15, 2022

    Is the theology you were born into the only option? In this new series, the Heretic Happy Hour crew invites experts to walk us through other options for embracing faith from new perspectives. Let’s decolonize American Christianity's White Male cultural, theological, and psychological dominance.

    In this episode, Sandhya Jha, the founder and former executive director of the Oakland Peace Center, helps us understand the essential nuances of Asian-American Christianity.

    #121: 2021 Recap and Heretic of the Year Award Show Feb 01, 2022

    Join us as we announce the winner of the coveted "Jivanjee" award and crown the 2021 "Heretic of the Year!" Plus, our co-hosts share their favorite episodes, guests, and topics from last year and provide sneak peeks of what's to come in 2022.

    #120: Wake Up Dead Man (HOTW: Chris Kratzer) Jan 18, 2022

    In our final Pillars of the Faith episode, we deconstruct the Resurrection of Christ. Plus, Chris Kratzer, author of Stupid Sh*t Heard in Church, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #119: Word Into Flesh? Part 2 (HOTW: Rainn Wilson) Jan 04, 2022

    In this episode, we go under the skin to examine alternative views of the Incarnation. Plus, Rainn Wilson (from The Office) is our Assistant to the Regional Heretic of the Week!

    #118: Word Into Flesh? Part 1 (HOTW: Anita Grace Brown) Dec 21, 2021

    In this episode of our Pillars of the Faith series, we discuss what the Incarnation means, or doesn't mean. Plus Anita Grace Brown, author of Kamikazi Yogi, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #117: Round Yon Virgin (HOTW: Yvette Cantu Schneider) Dec 07, 2021

    Was Jesus spontaneously generated by Holy Sperm? Did Mary have a magical hoo-ha? Or is this all a big misunderstanding? Let's ruin Christmas as we welcome Yvette Cantu Schneider, from the Netflix documentary Pray Away, as our Heretic of the Week!

    #116: Death Wish: Did Jesus Have To Die? Part 2 (HOTW: Craig Hostetler) Nov 23, 2021

    Continuing our "Pillars of the Faith" series, the Heretics take a second stab at the atonement, sacrifice, our obsession with Jesus's death, and more. Plus, Craig Hostetler, host of The Black Sheep Experience, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #115: The Valentine Day Hostile Takeover Part 2! Nov 09, 2021

    We interrupt our Pillars of the Faith series to bring you a special episode. While Keith and Matt are gone researching Keith's next book, Jesus Unclothed, Katy and Derrick discuss women, race, and other taboo church topics.

    #114: Death Wish: Did Jesus Have To Die? (HOTW: Diana Butler Bass) Oct 26, 2021

    In our second "Pillars of the Faith" episode, the gang wrestles with the meaning of the crucifixion, the purpose of Jesus's death, and so much more. Plus, Diana Butler Bass, author of Freeing Jesus, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #113: Unoriginal Sin: Our Big Mistake (HOTW:Linda Kay Klein) Oct 12, 2021

    In our new "Pillars of the Faith" series, the Heretics take on Original Sin and the "Fall of Man" in the Garden. Plus, Linda Kay Klein, author of the award-winning book, Pure: Inside the Evangelical Movement That Shamed a Generation of Young Women and How I Broke Free, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #112: Let‘s Play! Sep 28, 2021

    Our podcast celebrates its 4th anniversary with a live game show to celebrate our biggest fans and put their heretical knowledge to the test. Can you answer all these questions correctly before our contestants do? Let's find out!

    #111: Let‘s Talk About Talking Animals (HOTW: Michael Servetus) Sep 14, 2021

    Why is there a smart-ass donkey and a lying snake in my Bible? Let's get real. Plus, Michael Servetus is back from the grave to dish dirt on John Calvin as our Heretic of the Week!

    #110: P*rn In Your Bible? (HOTW: Mary Magdalene) Aug 31, 2021

    Imagine graphic sexual descriptions of penis length and money shots in the Scriptures. It's real! Plus, everyone's favorite female Apostle to the Apostles is our Heretic of the Week: Mary Magdalene!

    #109: Eat Sh*t Bread? (HOTW: Rene Girard) Aug 17, 2021

    What do you do when God commands you to eat bread cooked with your own filth? Plus, Rene Girard is back from the dead as our Heretic of the Week!

    #108: Spilling Seeds? (HOTW: Marcion of Sinope) Aug 03, 2021

    In our new "Sh*t The Bible Says" series, we examine God's anger at Onan for refusing to knock up his sister-in-law and what this has to do with masturbation. Plus, Marcion is back from the grave as our Heretic of the Week!

    #107: Heretical Parables Jul 20, 2021

    Verily I say to thee, in this final episode of our Parables Series, we each write our own parables. Do you have ears to hear?

    Bonus: Our Pal, Pal Jul 13, 2021

    We're feeling the love! Join us as we bask in the glow of one fan's suggestions from the Hotline about changing our name, starting a Netflix show, launching a new Pornhub channel, inviting strippers to perform, and much more!

    #106:The Talent Show (HOTW: The Rev. Dr. Nicole Foster) Jul 06, 2021

    What if the Parable of the Talents is actually a rebuke of Capitalism? Plus, the amazing Rev. Dr. Nicole Foster is our Heretic of the Week!

    #105: Defeating Groomzilla (HOTW: Gabriel Gordon) Jun 22, 2021

    What if we're reading the Parable of the Wedding Feast all wrong? This episode might just convince you to rethink everything. Plus, Gabriel Gordon, theologian and author of God Speaks, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #104: Seed Sowing 101 (HOTW: Nora Sophia) Jun 08, 2021

    We think the most understood Parable needs a little problematizing. Plus, the mystical shaman, Nora Sophia, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #103: Rich Man. Poor Man. Inverted Consequences. (HOTW: Curtis Holtzen) May 25, 2021

    Our Parables Series continues with the Rich Man and Lazarus. Spoiler alert: it's not about Hell. So ... what is it about? Plus Curtis Holtzen, author of The God Who Trusts: A Relational Theology of Divine Faith, Hope, and Love is our Heretic of the Week!

    #102: Sheeple, Scapegoats, and Eternal Confusions (HOTW: Lamonte McNeese) May 11, 2021

    This week, the Heretics explore the misunderstood parable of the Sheep and the Goats from Matthew 25. Plus, Lamonte McNeese is our Heretic of the Week!

    #101: Baby Come Back (HOTW: Brandan Robertson) Apr 27, 2021

    We're kicking off our new series on the Parables by deconstructing the Parable of the Prodigal Son(s). Plus, Brandan Robertson, author of True Inclusion: Creating Communities of Radical Embrace, is our Heretic of the Week!
    Don't forget to check out Katy and Brandan's True Inclusion course as well.

    #100: They Said It Wouldn't Last Apr 13, 2021

    Our humble podcast hits triple digits, so let's celebrate! Featuring a Q&A roundtable of burning questions. Plus, one of the hosts has a huge announcement (and no, it's not about our Hotline).

    #099: Metaphysical and Woo-Woo Clobber Passages (HOTW: Hemant Mehta, the Friendly Atheist) Mar 30, 2021

    Is it an abomination to consult with dead spirits? Should we suffer a witch to live? What does the Bible really say about spiritism, reiki, witchcraft, chakras and all the rest? Plus, Hemant Mehta, the Friendly Atheist, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #098: Alcohol and Substances Clobber Passages (HOTW: Brandon Dragan) Mar 16, 2021

    Is the Bible for or against drinking and partaking of other substances? And why is the answer "yes"? What does it mean to be "sober-minded"? Plus, Brandon Dragan, author of The Wages of Grace, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #097: Divorce and Remarriage Clobber Passages (HOTW: Kevin Max of dc Talk) Mar 02, 2021

    What Jesus says and doesn't say about adultery, divorce, and remarriage. Plus, Kevin Max, of dc Talk fame, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #096: Women Clobber Passages Part 2 (HOTW: Sheila Wray Gregoire, Rebecca Gregoire Lindenbach, and Joanna Sawatsky) Feb 16, 2021

    Jesus was a feminist and Paul sang the praises of female church leaders. So, how did we get so f*(#@d up? Plus, meet the Holy Female Trinity of Mother, Daughter, and Spirit as we interview Sheila Wray Gregoire, Rebecca Gregoire Lindenbach, and Joanna Sawatsky, authors of The Great Sex Rescue: The Lies You've Been Taught and How to Recover What God Intended, as our Heretics of the Week!

    #095: Women Clobber Passages Part 1 (HOTW: Elizabeth Schrader) Feb 02, 2021

    Does Paul hate women? We tackle those troublesome "women keep silent" and "I do not permit a woman to teach" passages to find the truth. Plus, Heretic of the Week, Elizabeth Schrader, uncovers shocking proof on the suppression of Mary Magdalene.

    Bonus: 2020 Recap and Award Show Jan 26, 2021

    "And The Winner Is..." Join us for our first annual Heretic of the Year award show. Plus, the hosts share their favorite moments from 2020 and welcome the return of a very special guest.

    #094: LGBTQ+ Clobber Passages Part 2 (HOTW: Jared Byas) Jan 19, 2021

    It's time to clobber the Clobberers! Did you know there are scriptures that affirm non-normative sexuality? Give your pastor something to think about as we examine non-hetero Bible characters. Plus, Jared Byas, author of Love Matters More: How Fighting to Be Right Keeps Us from Loving Like Jesus, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #093: LGBTQ+ Clobber Passages Part 1 (HOTW: Alexander John Shaia) Jan 05, 2021

    It's clobberin' time! The heretics dismantle the Bible verses used to bludgeon the LGBTQ+ community to scare them into going straight. Plus, Alexander John Shaia, author of Radical Transformation, is our Heretic of the Week!


    Show Links:

    • Katy's Course: Finding the Perfect Church for You
    • Keith's Course: Square 1
    #092: Apostle of Apostasy (HOTW: Jeff Turner) Dec 22, 2020

    In this final episode of our Reconstruction series, co-host Matthew Distefano shares how his Reconstruction looks a lot like becoming a non-Christian, Jesus-lover. Plus, Jeff Turner, author of The Atheistic Theist, is our Heretic of the Week!
    Show Links:

    • Katy's Course: Finding the Perfect Church for You
    • Keith's Course: Square 1
    #091: Back to Square 1 (HOTW: Kristin Kobes Du Mez) Dec 08, 2020

    Our Reconstruction Series continues as Keith Giles explains why he created a 90-day online course/community to help people transition into reconstruction without self-destruction. Plus, Kristin Kobes Du Mez, author of Jesus and John Wayne: How White Evangelicals Corrupted a Faith and Fractured a Nation, is our Heretic of the Week!

    Show Links:
    • Katy's Course: Finding the Perfect Church for You
    • Keith's Course: Square 1
    #090: Finding Church After Deconstruction (HOTW: Brenda Davies of God is Grey) Nov 24, 2020

    In part 2 of our Reconstruction Series, Rev. Dr. Katy Valentine talks about her own deconstruction process and why it was so important for her to find the "right" church. Plus, Heretic of the Week, Brenda Davies of God is Grey.

    Show Links:
    • Katy's Course: Finding the Perfect Church for You
    • Keith's Course: Square 1
    #089: Quantum Reconstruction (HOTW: Rob Bell) Nov 10, 2020

    Our first episode in the Reconstruction Series explores Derrick Day's quantum approach to faith and spirituality. Plus, some guy named Rob Bell is our Heretic of the Week.


    Show Links:

    • Katy's Course: Finding the Perfect Church for You
    • Keith's Course: Square 1
    #088: The Valentine Day Hostile Takeover! Oct 27, 2020

    Katy Valentine and Derrick Day take over this special episode of the Heretic Happy Hour podcast to discuss their spiritual journeys and their books: For You Were Bought with a Price: Sex, Slavery, and Self-Control in a Pauline Community (GlossaHouse) and Deconstructing Religion.

    #087: JFK, 9/11, and the Illuminati (HOTW: Blake Mundell) Oct 13, 2020

    In our final Conspiracy Theory episode, the gang explores: Who shot JFK? Was 9-11 an inside job? Are the Illuminati running the world? All this and more will be revealed. Plus, Blake Mundell is our Heretic of the Week.

    #086: QAnon, 5G, and Covid! (HOTW: Rita Nakashima Brock) Sep 29, 2020

    Are we immune to common sense? It's time to retire your tinfoil hats and get real about QAnon, 5G, and the Covid conspiracies. Plus, Rita Nakashima Brock, author of Proverbs of Ashes : Violence, Redemptive Suffering, and the Search for What Saves Us, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #085: The Truth Is Out There (HOTW: Sara Moslener) Sep 15, 2020

    Our "Conspiracy Theory" series continues with Aliens, UFOs, and the Moon Landing. Plus, Sara Moslener, author of Virgin Nation: Sexual Purity and American Adolescence, as our Heretic of the Week!

    #084: Sasquatch, Flat Earth, and HAARP! (HOTW: John Zada) Sep 01, 2020

    Is Sasquatch real? Could the earth indeed be flat? Is HAARP causing earthquakes through a so-called innocent study of the ionosphere? Join us for the kick-off episode of our “Conspiracy Theory” series. Plus, John Zada, author of In the Valleys of the Noble Beyond: In Search of the Sasquatch, joins us as our Heretic of the Week!

    #083: Abolish or Fulfill? (HOTW: Dillon Naber Cruz) Aug 18, 2020

    In our final episode of the Sermon on the Mount series, we look at whether Jesus contradicts, fulfills, or abolishes the Old Covenant. Plus, what Jesus says about divorce and the Golden Rule. Featuring Dillon Naber Cruz, author of Go Golden: Applying a Universal Religious Teaching and the Ethics of Permaculture to Create a Sustainable, Just, Happier Society, as our Heretic of the Week!

    #082: Let Us Pray (HOTW: Jeremy Courtney from Preemptive Love Coalition) Aug 04, 2020

    Most of us think we already know what the Lord's Prayer is all about. But most of us are wrong. So wrong. Let us set you sinners straight. Plus, Jeremy Courtney, from Preemptive Love Coalition, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #081: Staying Salty (HOTW: Ron Stallworth, The Black Klansman) Jul 21, 2020

    Why does Jesus talk about being salt, light, and a city on the hill? Plus, Ron Stallworth, The Black Klansman, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #080: Blessed Be? (HOTW: Kevin Miller) Jul 07, 2020

    Our 4 co-hosts kick off a new "Sermon On The Mount" series by examining what Jesus means when he blesses the poor, the meek, and the peacemakers. Plus, Kevin Miller, director of the amazing J.E.S.U.S.A. documentary, is our Heretic of the Week!

    Big thanks to Wild Foods for sponsoring the show and offering our listeners 12% off with coupon code HAPPYHOUR12.

    #079: A PSA on PSA (and introducing our new co-hosts) Jun 23, 2020

    Penal Substitutionary Atonement theory is not only a distorted view of the cross, it's also completely false. Listen as our hosts dissect, dismantle, and disembowel one of the worst Christian doctrines anyone ever dreamed up. Plus, big news about the identity of our new co-hosts!


    Big thanks to Wild Foods for sponsoring the show and offering our listeners 12% off with coupon code HAPPYHOUR12.

    #078: Jamal Has An Announcement (HOTW: Barrett Johnson) Jun 09, 2020

    Jamal has an important announcement, but this time it's for real. Don't miss this game-changing episode. Nothing will ever be the same after this one. Seriously. Plus, Barrett Johnson is our Heretic of the Week and talks about his new single, "Desert Island Living Room."


    Big thanks to Wild Foods for sponsoring the show and offering our listeners 12% off with coupon code HAPPYHOUR12.

    #077: The Self (HOTW: Kyle Butler) May 26, 2020

    Who are we? What makes you, you? Are we physical beings having a spiritual experience? Or is it the other way around? How do we know? Plus, Kyle Butler is our Heretic of the Week.


    Big thanks to Wild Foods for sponsoring the show and offering our listeners 12% off with coupon code HAPPYHOUR12.

    #076: Energy, Frequencies, and Healing (HOTW: Kevin Garcia) May 12, 2020

    Energy, vibes, and frequency are popular concepts, but what do they mean? Can we tap into the wavelength of heaven, or is it just New Age nonsense? Plus, Kevin Garcia, author of Bad Theology Kills: Undoing Toxic Belief & Reclaiming Your Spiritual Authority, is our Heretic of the Week!
    Big thanks to Wild Foods for sponsoring the show and offering our listeners 12% off with coupon code HAPPYHOUR12.

    #075: Quantum Spirituality (HOTW: Steve McVey) Apr 28, 2020

    Has science finally discovered proof of the mystical reality of the Universal Christ? If so, our Heretic of the Week, Steve McVey, has a secret about the quantum realm you need to hear. This episode will blow your mind and restore your soul.
    Big thanks to Wild Foods for sponsoring the show and offering our listeners 12% off with coupon code HAPPYHOUR12.

    #074: Angels and Demons and Satan, Oh My! (HOTW: Richard Murray) Apr 14, 2020

    Is Satan an actual being, or just a spiritual projection of our own evil tendencies? What about angels and demons? Listen as we explore the nature of supernatural beings, plus Richard Murray as our Heretic of the Week!
    Big thanks to Wild Foods for sponsoring the show and offering our listeners 12% off with coupon code HAPPYHOUR12.

    #073: Head Towards the Light (HOTW: Andre and Mary-Anne Rabe) Mar 31, 2020

    Near-death experiences are more common and similar than most realize. What do these NDEs tell us about the afterlife? Are they chemically-induced brain events or spiritual realities that reveal what happens in the next life? Plus, Andre and Mary-Anne Rabe join us as our Heretics of the Week!
    Big thanks to Wild Foods for sponsoring the show and offering our listeners 12% off with coupon code HAPPYHOUR12.

    #072: Reincarnation (HOTW: Dr. Katy Valentine) Mar 17, 2020

    Have we been here before? Is this life just a re-run of your previous one? Does it matter? Listen as we debate our past lives and welcome Dr. Katy Valentine as our Heretic of the Week!

    Big thanks to Wild Foods for sponsoring the show and offering our listeners 12% off with coupon code HAPPYHOUR12.
    #071: Who Needs A Miracle? (HOTW: Michael Petroni, creator of the Netflix show, Messiah) Mar 03, 2020

    In the first episode of our "Let's Get Metaphysical" series, the guys explore miracles and wonder why they don't happen all the time. Plus, Michael Petroni, creator of the hit Netflix show, Messiah, is our Heretic of the Week!
    Big thanks to Wild Foods for sponsoring the show and offering our listeners 12% off with coupon code HAPPYHOUR12.

    #070: Shame, Shame, Go Away (HOTW: Josh Roggie) Feb 18, 2020

    Is shame a tool of religion used to manipulate us? How can we live a life free of guilt and embarrassment? And what does shame have to do with Superbowl LIV? Plus, Josh Roggie, author of Shame: An Unconventional Memoir, is our Heretic of the Week.
    Big thanks to Wild Foods for sponsoring the show and offering our listeners 12% off with coupon code HAPPYHOUR12.

    #069: Just War (HOTW: Martin Brooks of Peace Catalyst International) Feb 04, 2020

    War! What is it good for? Absolutely nothing? Is "Just War" theory compatible with Christianity? Plus, Martin Brooks, President of Peace Catalyst International, is our Heretic of the Week!
    Big thanks to Wild Foods for sponsoring the show and offering our listeners 12% off with coupon code HAPPYHOUR12.

    #068: Celebrity Christianity LIVE Part 2 Jan 21, 2020

    Listen as we answer audience questions about Christian celebrity, the universal Christ, deconstruction, reconstruction, and Kanye.
    Big thanks to Wild Foods for sponsoring the show and offering our listeners 12% off with coupon code HAPPYHOUR12.

    #067: Celebrity Christianity LIVE Part 1 Jan 07, 2020

    In our first-ever, 7th live show, we explore famous conversions (we're looking at you, Kanye), what Mimetic Theory has to say about our obsession with celebrities, and whether they help or hinder the cause of Christ.

    Big thanks to Wild Foods for sponsoring the show and offering our listeners 12% off with coupon code HAPPYHOUR12.

    #066: Resistance Isn't Futile (HOTW: Matthew J. Korpman) Dec 24, 2019

    We explore the power of nonviolent protest and rules for Christian radicals. Plus, Matthew J. Korpman, author of Saying No to God, is our Heretic of the Week!

    Big thanks to Wild Foods for sponsoring the show and offering our listeners 12% off with coupon code HAPPYHOUR12.

    #065: Self-Care 101 (HOTW: Meggie Lee Calvin) Dec 10, 2019

    Why is it so difficult to love ourselves? How has toxic religion crippled our ability to love, and how can we stop feeling guilty about prioritizing our emotional and spiritual well-being? Plus, Meggie Lee Calvin, author of I Am My Own Sanctuary, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #064: Canceling Cancel Culture (HOTW: Becky Yates) Nov 26, 2019

    Does Cancel Culture eliminate grace, forgiveness, and the potential for personal growth? Is it a necessary correction, or just another side of extreme intolerance? Plus, Becky Yates is our Heretic of the Week.

    #063: Poverty...Problem, Illusion, or Blessing? (HOTW: Thomas Crisp) Nov 12, 2019

    How should we respond to hunger, homelessness, and suffering in our world? Plus, Thomas Crisp, professor of philosophy, is our Heretic of the Week.

    #062: Crime and Punishment (HOTW: Deshonna Collier-Goubil) Oct 29, 2019

    Why does the "Land of the Free" have the highest incarceration rate? Let's examine our Criminal Justice System with our Heretic of the Week, Deshonna Collier-Goubil.

    #061: Politics (HOTW: Brad Jersak) Oct 15, 2019

    Politics and faith...are they compatible? Do Christianity and Government go together like ice cream and poop, or do Christians need to be more politically active? Let's discuss. Plus, the return of Brad Jersak as our Heretic of the Week.

    #060: Mental Health (HOTW: Joshua Lawson) Oct 01, 2019

    Why is the church so afraid to talk about (and provide support for) mental health? Are prayer and faith enough to "fix" the problem? Plus, Joshua Lawson is our Heretic of the Week.

    #059: Let's Get Racist (HOTW: Dr. Sam Kline) Sep 17, 2019

    The ugly truth is that racism still dominates our culture. How can we escape this bigotry and truly break free from it? Plus, Heretic of the Week, Dr. Sam Kline.

    #058: We Have A Hotline! (Part 2) Sep 03, 2019

    Have you heard about our Hotline? Listen as the guys take your calls and answer your texts about God, the Bible, Hell, and other burning questions.

    #057: The God of Abundance LIVE Part 2 Aug 20, 2019

    The Q&A Session brings the heat at our 2nd anniversary live show! Listen as we discuss whether our intentions are always accurate, if we can miss our calling and purpose, if God should get the credit for our success, if our podcast is part of the problem or the solution, and more!

    #056: The God of Abundance LIVE Part 1 Aug 20, 2019

    Celebrate our 2nd Anniversary with us as we dissect the concept of “Jehovah Jireh.” Does God provide for everyone? Why are some blessed and others not? Do we create our own abundance? Or is this a Divine attribute? Plus, Saint Francis of Assisi is our Heretic of the Week!

    #055: Is God Violent? (HOTW: Derek Flood) Aug 06, 2019

    Sometimes it seems like God is violent, but Jesus paints a different picture of a God who would rather die than respond with violence. So, which is it? Plus, Derek Flood, author of Disarming Scripture, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #054: The Omni God (HOTW: Dustin Kensrue of Thrice) Jul 23, 2019

    Is the all-knowing, ever-present, and all-powerful God an expansion of our own human limitations? Plus, Dustin Kensrue of Thrice is our Heretic of the Week!

    #053: Divine Parenthood (HOTW: Karl Forehand) Jul 09, 2019

    What does it mean to say that God is our "Abba" or even our "Mother"? Let's explore our identity as Children of God and hear from Heretic of the Week, Karl Forehand (author of Apparent Faith), on this week's podcast.

    #052: Kenotic Love (HOTW: Marg Mowczko) Jun 25, 2019

    What do you do if you've got all the power in the Universe? If you're God, you give everything away for the sake of those you love, and that's everybody! Plus Marg Mowczko is our Heretic of the Week!

    #051: The Incarnation (HOTW: Jim Palmer) Jun 11, 2019

    The Word (Logos) became flesh and dwelt among us. But are we the ongoing Incarnation of Christ in the world today, or is that heresy? Plus, Heretic of the Week Jim Palmer shares his genius with us.

    #050: Universal Reconciliation (HOTW: David Bentley Hart) May 28, 2019

    The false doctrine of Eternal Suffering needs to die. Did you know that Universalism was one of the dominant views of the Church for the first 500 years? Yeah, let's bring that back. Plus, New Testament Scholar and translator, David Bentley Hart is our Heretic of the Week!

    #049: The Problem of Suffering (HOTW: Thomas Jay Oord) May 14, 2019

    Why does God allow evil? Is God too weak? Does God use suffering, or is there more to the story? Plus, Thomas Jay Oord, author of God Can't, is our Heretic of the Week.

    #048: The Atonement (HOTW: Brian Zahnd) Apr 30, 2019

    What are the different theories surrounding the Atonement? Why did Jesus die on the cross? Who killed him and why? And who decided to Substitute their Penal? Plus, Brian Zahnd (author of Postcards from Babylon, Sinners in the Hands of a Loving God, and A Farewell to Mars) is our Heretic of the Week!

    #047: Good, Good Lovin' (HOTW: Lucas and Christa Gifford) Apr 16, 2019

    It's time for the "climax" of our sex series. Listen as the Heretics discuss what good sex looks like in a healthy relationship. Plus, Lucas and Christa Gifford are our Heretics of the Week.

    #046: Shaking Hands with the Unemployed (HOTW: Cindy Wang Brandt) Apr 02, 2019

    Masturbation can be a "touchy" subject. But is it a sin to rub one out? Listen as the Heretics explore the theology of pleasure without shame. Plus, Cindy Wang Brandt, author of Parenting Forward, is our Heretic of the Week!

    #045: Shacking Up LIVE Part 2 Mar 19, 2019

    Listen as your favorite heretics answer questions about sex, marriage, parenting, and BDSM.

    #044: Shacking Up (HOTW: Mike Machuga) LIVE Part 1 Mar 05, 2019

    What about premarital sex? Is it a sin to sleep together before marriage? What does the Bible say about marriage and sex? What makes us "married?" Plus, Mike Machuga is our Heretic of the Week.

    #043: For God So Loved His Gay Sons and Daughters (HOTW: Eric Reitan) Feb 19, 2019

    Did God make Adam, Eve, and Steve? What about those clobber verses in the Bible that "clearly" condemn homosexuality? Should Christians embrace and affirm the LGBTQ Community? Plus, Eric Reitan, author of The Triumph of Love: Same-Sex Marriage and the Christian Love Ethic, as our Heretic of the Week.

    #042: Along Came Polyamory (HOTW: Chuck McKnight) Feb 05, 2019

    Is polyamory a good idea or a trainwreck waiting to happen? Is it even biblical? We discuss open marriages with our Heretic of the Week, Chuck McKnight, in what may be our most controversial episode yet!

    #041: Sidehugs, Modesty, and Purity Culture (HOTW: Teighlor Polendo) Jan 22, 2019

    What's wrong with side hugs and modesty? Why do Christians play the purity game and how does it create more problems? Plus, Teighlor Polendo of Quoir is our Heretic of the Week.

    #040: Porn in the USA (HOTW: Danielle Kingstrom) Jan 08, 2019

    Pornography: Is it always bad? Can we learn anything useful from it? Is it at odds with our spiritual life? Plus, Danielle Kingstrom as our Heretic of the Week.

    #039: Missionary Madness (HOTW: Arianna Caligiuri) Dec 25, 2018

    What happens when evangelism hurts? How do missionary organizations serve as instruments of the State? What's the best way to share the Gospel? Plus, Arianna Caligiuri as our Heretic of the Week.

    #038: Worship: Is Jesus My Girlfriend? (HOTW: Brady Toops) Dec 11, 2018

    Why do we worship? How do we worship? Is it all about singing? What about when it becomes emotional manipulation? Or is it more about connecting to God? Plus, singer/songwriter (and former Bachelorette contestant) Brady Toops as our Heretic of the Week!

    #037: To Tithe, or Not to Tithe (HOTW: William Paul Young) Nov 27, 2018

    Should Christians give 10% to their church, or is that Old Testament legalism? Why is giving good, but tithing a bit complicated? All this and William Paul Young, author of The Shack, as our Heretic of the Week.

    #036: Women Be Silent? (HOTW: Rev. Sarah Heath) Nov 13, 2018

    When it comes to women in ministry, is Paul a misogynist, or are we reading it all wrong? Plus, the Reverend Sarah Heath is our Heretic of the Week.

    #035: Lead, Follow, or Get out of the Way? (HOTW: Rachel Held Evans) Oct 30, 2018

    What should true church leadership look like? Is it authority-based or influence-based? Plus, Rachel Held Evans (author of Inspired and Searching for Sunday) is our Heretic of the Week.

    #034: Equipped for Ministry? (HOTW: Brandon Andress) Oct 16, 2018

    What is ministry? Is it only for professional clergy? What about those 58 “One-Anothers” in the Bible? Plus, our Heretic of the Week is Brandon Andress, author of Beauty in the Wreckage: Finding Peace in the Age of Outrage.

    #033: What is Church? LIVE Part 2 Oct 02, 2018

    Where is Jesus's body right now? Is church a place to deconstruct? Does the New Testament give us clues about how church should be today? And more! Our most contentious episode yet!

    #032: What is Church? LIVE Part 1 Sep 18, 2018

    Is church a building? A spiritual family? A community of like-minded believers? Or something else? Join us for our first-anniversary episode and 4th LIVE Podcast recording ever!

    #031: The Devil's Lettuce (HOTW: Sister Kate) Sep 04, 2018

    Is it a sin to smoke pot? What does the Bible say about weed? Plus a mind-blowing talk with Sister Kate from Sisters of the Valley. This episode is smokin'!

    #030: We Have A Hotline! (HOTW: Nadia Bolz-Weber) Aug 21, 2018

    This may come as a shock, but we now have a Hotline you can call or text, 24/7. Listen as we devote an entire episode to responding to your Hotline voicemail and text questions.

    #029: The Dangers of Deconstruction LIVE Part 2 Aug 07, 2018

    We answer questions about PyroTheology, how to talk to family members, how we feel now that we've deconstructed, and more!

    #028: The Dangers of Deconstruction (HOTW: Michelle Collins) LIVE Part 1 Jul 24, 2018

    How can we deconstruct our faith without damaging our relationships with friends and family? Featuring our theme song live from Barrett Johnson and HOTW: Michelle Collins.

    #027: The B-I-B-L-E, Yes That's the Book For Me (HOTW: Keith Giles) Jul 10, 2018

    We've criticized it before, but now let's talk about what we love about the Bible. Plus, it's Keith's turn to be our HOTW.

    #026: Let's Talk About Sin (HOTW: Pete Enns) Jun 26, 2018

    Are we sinners by nature? Does sin even exist or is it just in our minds? Plus, Pete Enns is our HOTW.

    #025: There's Something About Mary [Magdalene] (HOTW: Sarah Bessey) Jun 12, 2018

    This may be our most controversial episode ever. Listen as we debate the significance of Mary Magdalene and the conspiracy surrounding her. Plus, Sarah Bessey (author of Jesus Feminist) is our HOTW.

    #024: Peace In the Middle East (HOTW: Greg Boyd) May 29, 2018

    Why do U.S. Christians support Israel while they oppress Palestinian Christians? Our hosts explore how bad eschatology enables toxic foreign policy.

    #023: Creativity and Spirituality (HOTW: David Hayward) May 15, 2018

    How do artists tap into the creative spark of the Divine? Plus, what does the Naked Pastor say about art and faith?

    #022: The Cosmic Christ (HOTW: Richard Rohr) May 01, 2018

    "Christ" was not Jesus's last name. That's why we need to talk about the reality of Christ and our new identity as "little Christs" who embody the Divine here and now. Plus, Richard Rohr as our HOTW.

    #021: What Is Salvation? (HOTW: Bishop Carlton Pearson) Apr 24, 2018

    If heaven and hell aren't about the afterlife, then what is salvation really about? Plus, Bishop Carlton Pearson from the Netflix biopic Come Sunday is our HOTW.

    #020: Creation Mandate: Rape, Rule, or Revere? (HOTW: Mike Morrell) Apr 17, 2018

    Is Earth ours to exploit, or to care for? If it's all gonna burn, why bother? Plus, Mike Morrell as our Heretic of the Week.

    #019: Embracing Mystery and the Danger of Certainty (HOTW: Matthew Distefano) Apr 03, 2018

    The opposite of faith is not doubt, it's certainty. So, why are we so afraid to be wrong? Plus another new theme song from our fans and our very own Matthew Distefano as the HOTW.

    #018: The End Times Conspiracy Exposed! LIVE Part 2 Mar 20, 2018

    We take questions from our live audience about the End Times and the Second Coming. Plus, more about Mary Magdalene, our "Willy Nilly" approach to scripture, and why we love/hate Paul's eschatology. PLUS: Live music from Barrett Johnson.

    #017: The End Times Conspiracy Exposed! LIVE Part 1 Mar 13, 2018

    What if Jesus isn't coming back soon? We explore the damage done by fear-based Futurism and alternative views of Apocalypse. Featuring live music from Barrett Johnson and HOTW: John Nelson Darby.

    #016: Is Jesus God? (HOTW: Bart Ehrman) Mar 06, 2018

    Is Jesus God? Our conversation with Bart Ehrman in this episode leads us to explore this question of Christ's Deity. What are the implications if Jesus was—or was not—God? Plus, more hilarious Heretic Hotline messages and other surprises.

    #015: A Wretch Like Me? (HOTW: Benjamin L. Corey) Feb 20, 2018

    Does God see us as miserable worms? What if our view of ourselves is totally wrong? Plus, our Heretic of the Week: Benjamin L. Corey

    #014: Does God Have A Penis? (HOTW: Mark Karris) Feb 06, 2018

    Aren't we all made in God's image? If so, why do some act as if God is Male? Heretic of the Week: Mark Karris and more!

    #013: Gender Wars with guest host Amanda Iosa (HOTW: Jory Micah) Jan 23, 2018

    As former misogynists raised by misogynists, how can our male hosts overcome the gender divide? Listen and learn.

    #012: The Accuser (HOTW: Derek Webb) Jan 09, 2018

    What's the best way to respond when you're falsely accused? A discussion about blind spots, boundaries, and grace. Heretic of the Week: Derek Webb, and much more!

    #011: Hell Yes or Hell No? LIVE Part 2 Dec 26, 2017

    Part 2 of our first-ever LIVE podcast recording features a live Q&A session about hell, the afterlife, and the emotional consequences of deconstruction. Plus, an original song by Barrett Johnson.

    #010: Hell Yes or Hell No? LIVE Part 1 Dec 19, 2017

    Part 1 of our first-ever LIVE podcast recording gets blazing hot as we discuss everyone's favorite topic, hell! Plus, live theme song sing-along by Barrett Johnson. Our Heretic of the Week is Saint Nicholas.

    #009: The Biblical Canon (HOTW: John Fugelsang) Dec 05, 2017

    Where did we get our Bible? Who decided which books were inspired or not? Plus, Heretic of the Week: John Fugelsang, and more!

    #008: Can We Know God Apart From the Bible? Nov 28, 2017

    Can we know God apart from the Bible? How did Christians know Jesus before the scriptures were canonized? What does the Bible say about this?

    #007: The Elephant in the Room Nov 21, 2017

    In this special episode, our hosts discuss how they deal with their own disagreements over theology and what it looks like to extend grace to one another.

    #006: Do We Worship Jesus or the Bible? (HOTW: Brad Jersak) Nov 07, 2017

    Is the Trinity made of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Bible? Some Christians think so. Plus, our Heretic of the Week is Brad Jersak, author of Her Gates Will Never Be Shut.

    #005: Discovering Christ in "Non-Christian" Things Oct 24, 2017

    What happens when you find out that Buddhists, Muslims, Sikhs and even Socrates himself, agrees with Jesus? Listen as we discuss the unexpected similarities found in non-Christian places.

    #004: The Big Thumb of Religion Oct 10, 2017

    "Do you kiss your mama with that mouth?"

    In this episode we talk about bad language, being offended, and the tension between our freedom in Christ and causing the weaker brother—or sister—to stumble.

    #002: Total Agreement, Unity, and the Nashville Statement Sep 26, 2017

    Ironically, every attempt Christians make to achieve unity through creeds or statements of faith only leads to more division. Is true unity possible without total agreement? Why does the Nashville Statement serve as a bad example for the rest of us? How can we hope to find common ground if we constantly define ourselves by who we’re against? This episode explores the virtues of listening to others and admitting we might be wrong about something we hold dear.

    #003: What Is a Christian? Sep 26, 2017

    With over 35,000 different flavors of Christianity out there to choose from, how do we know what makes us a Christian? Is our faith based on what we believe? Or is it more about who we trust in and how we live our lives? What about good people who do wonderfully selfless things even though they’re not “Christians”? Is Gandhi burning in hell? Is Mother Theresa doomed for being a Catholic who prayed to Mary? What if everything we think we know about being a Christian is wrong? This episode explores all this and more.

    #001: Heresy Is in the Eye of the Beholder Sep 26, 2017

    People shout “heresy” all the time these days. But what makes someone a real heretic? In this episode, the boys debate the finer points of heresy and discover how to recognize a true heretic when you see one.

    #000: Introducing Heretic Happy Hour Sep 20, 2017

    In this introductory episode, Keith, Jamal, and Matthew discuss the purpose of the podcast, what to expect in future episodes, and what it means to be a "heretic" today.

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