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Ep 17 - RECONSTRUCTION Jun 29, 2016

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Ep 16 - Katharine Hayhoe ”A Climate for Change” Jun 21, 2016

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If you are digging what we're doing here, maybe you'd like to make a small donation? Think of it as a tip or an "atta boy guys! Keep at it!" Doing this isn't at all cheap but we'll keep at it as long as we have a few pennies left in our accounts. Click the link below. We'll probably buy books, beer or techincal crap. Love you. squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists The lovely Katharine Hayhoe is an atmospheric scientist and associate professor of political science at Texas Tech University, where she is director of the Climate Science Center. She has worked at Texas Tech since 2005. She has authored more than 120 peer-reviewed publications and wrote the book A Climate for Change: Global Warming Facts for Faith-Based Decisions together with her husband, Andrew Farley. She also co-authored some reports for the US Global Change Research Program, as well as some National Academy of Sciences reports, including the 3rd National Climate Assessment, released on May 6, 2014. Shortly after the report was released, Hayhoe said, "Climate change is here and now, and not in some distant time or place," adding that "The choices we're making today will have a significant impact on our future." She has also served as an expert reviewer for the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change's Fourth Assessment Report. Professor John Abraham has called her "perhaps the best communicator on climate change." Time magazine listed her among the 100 most influential people in 2014. Also in 2014, the American Geophysical Union awarded her its climate communications award. The first episode of the documentary TV series Years of Living Dangerously features her work and her communication with religious audiences in Texas. She doesn't accept global warming on faith: She crunches the data, she analyzes the models, she helps engineers and city managers and ecologists quantify the impacts. The data tells us the planet is warming; the science is clear that humans are responsible; the impacts we’re seeing today are already serious; and our future is in our hands. As John Holdren once said, “We basically have three choices: mitigation, adaptation, and suffering. We’re going to do some of each. The question is what the mix is going to be. The more mitigation we do, the less adaptation will be required, and the less suffering there will be.” Find out more about Katharine and the work she does at www.katharinehayhoe.com or visit her Facebook page. Katharine mentioned Climate Caretakers. For more information visit their website climatecaretakers.org/ Music on this episode provided by the Columbus, Ohio based band, Fashion Week. https://open.spotify.com/album/3lqNLQBp7oWXCKOoIaPKj4 https://fashionweekmusic.bandcamp.com https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/murfreesboro-ep/id1101386877 social media links for Fashion Week: fashionweekmusic.com facebook.com/fashionweekmusic soundcloud.com/fashionweekmusic twitter.com/fashionweek_cmh

Depression and Deconstruction - A special conversation Jun 14, 2016

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Deconstruction, doubt, or any other crisis of faith can cause or exacerbate depression and/or anxiety. This is a special conversation where John shares about his personal struggle with depression. If you or someone you know is struggling with depression, anxiety or any kind of mental illness (including suicide, suicidal thoughts, or any kind of self-harm) please seek professional help immediately. This is a very common and very serious issue. for more information please go to: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org or call: 1-800-273-8255 John and I are here if you need to talk. Please send us an email. We would be happy to talk on the phone as well. thedeconstructionists@gmail.com Music on this episode provided by Sufjan Stevens from the album Carrie and Lowell. Thanks to all of you who listen and have become our friends ,family and community. We love you.

Ep 15 - Tony Jones ”Did God Kill Jesus?” Jun 07, 2016

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Ep 14 - Sarah Bessey ”How To Be Out Of Sorts” May 25, 2016

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If this podcast is something that you dig, if it gives you life in any way, please consider donating. We are really tired of stealing money from our parents when we go home to visit. We'll get caught eventually and it will be all your fault. Click the link below. We'll probably buy books, beer or techincal crap. Love you. https://squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists This week, we have the delightful honor of chatting with author, speaker and insanely cool canadian, Sarah freaking Bessey. She is a gorgeous soul with wisdom that goes on for days all wrapped up in wit, charm and grace. John started crushing a little (just sayin) Sarah talks with us about how deconstruction effects our most intimate relationships and much more. This episode was a dream to record. We love you Sarah. Come back anytime! Music on this episode is from the soon to be released album by Seaside Holiday. Look for it June, 2016.

Ep 13 - DC Talk ing with Kevin Max - ”Playing Games With The Shadow” May 18, 2016

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We talk with DC Talk member and brilliant solo artist Kevin Max. Kevin not only has one of the best rock voices of all time, he has some seriously interesting and provocative insights on what it looks like to be in the "bubble" of christian celebrity culture, choosing to take the "red pill" and step outside to find true identity. KevinMax.com Music on this episode provided by Kevin's new album Playing Games With The Shadow. If you have connected and benefited from this podcast, please consider making a small donation here squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists

Ep 12 - Tad Delay - ”Fetish, Faith, and Unconscious God” May 04, 2016

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Adam and John spend time with author Tad Delay. Tad's specialty is Psychoanalytical Theology (I know, right?)which is primarily concerned not with what we believe, but how our beliefs function. We are still mentally recovering from this enlightening, provocative and mind bending conversation! Enjoy! If you are benefiting from this podcast please support us by making a small donation at: https://squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists Tad DeLay is a PhD student of philosophy of religion at Claremont Graduate University and holds an MA in theology and Biblical studies from Fuller Theological http://taddelay.com God Is Unconscious: Psychoanalysis and Theology https://www.amazon.com/dp/1498208495/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_QZtkxb139FS0J Featured music in this episode by: http://civiliansounds.squarespace.com "Fear and trembling, warming up, and civilian." Other sounds/ambient sounds by Anderson Cale.

Ep 11 - Science Mike ”Finding God in the Waves” Apr 27, 2016

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We have a blast talking to the always interesting and informative Mike McHargue of Ask Science Mike and The Liturgists. Songs on this episode by Son Lux - if you haven't started listening to Son Lux yet... you're missing out http://music.sonluxmusic.com/ http://mikemchargue.com/ask-science-mike/ Mikes forthcoming book Finding God In The Waves can be pre ordered here www.findinggodinthewaves.com Mike McHargue (better known as Science Mike) is an author, podcaster, and speaker focused on the science behind spiritual experiences. Mike lost his faith via atheism as an adult, but rediscovered God in cosmology and neuroscience–a journey that lead to his life's mission: helping people reconcile their faith with modern science. Mike cofounded The Liturgists with Michael Gungor of the award winning band Gungor. Together they assembled a diverse cast of contributors including Rob Bell, Shauna Niequist, Amena Brown, Rachel Held Evans, Pete Holmes, Sleeping At Last, and All Sons and Daughters. Part of The Liturgists' work is a curiously popular podcast, The Liturgists Podcast. By examining topics through the lenses of science, art, and faith with a commitment to open, honest discussions, The Liturgists Podcast has attracted hundreds of thousands of listeners of remarkable diversity including not only a broad swath of Christianity, but also the religiously unaffiliated–including agnostics and atheists. Mike also hosts a weekly questions-and-answer podcast called Ask Science Mike. Ask Science Mike is a safe space for people to share questions they've always been afraid to ask about science, faith, and life. Mike also blogs on his website, in addition to writing for RELEVANT, Don Miller's Storyline, and BioLogos. Mike loves sharing ideas in person, and is an in-demand speaker at conferences, churches, and colleges. He's recently spoken to sold-out crowds in New York about the science of addiction, explained the science of storytelling at Storyline in Chicago, and shown people how Christianity can embrace the modern world at Belong in London. Mike lives in Tallahassee, FL with is wife Jenny and two beautiful daughters. Other music on the episode provided by Anderson Cale If you would like to dontate to The Deconstructionists click the link: https://squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists

Ep 10 - Greg Boyd - Religious Nationalism, Open Theism and Doubt Apr 20, 2016

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Theologian and author Greg Boyd joins Adam and John to wade into some hot topics including: The myth of christian nationalism pacifism Doubt/deconstruction Open theism and much more Greg Boyd is an internationally recognized theologian, preacher, teacher, apologist and author. He has been featured on the front page of The New York Times, The Charlie Rose Show, CNN, National Public Radio, the BBC and numerous other television and radio venues. Greg received his Ph.D. from Princeton Theological Seminary (summa cum laude 1988), his M.Div. from Yale Divinity School (cum laude 1982), and his B.A. in Philosophy from the University of Minnesota (1979). He was a professor of theology for 16 years at Bethel University (St. Paul, MN) where he received the Teaching Excellence Award and Campus Leadership Award. Greg is the co-founder of Woodland Hills Church in St. Paul, Minnesota where he serves as Senior Pastor, speaking to thousands each week. Greg has authored or co-authored 20 books and numerous academic articles, including his best-selling and award-winning Letters From a Skeptic and his recent books Repenting of Religion and The Myth of a Christian Nation. His apologetic writings and public debates on the historical Jesus and the problem of evil have helped many skeptics embrace faith, and his writings and seminars on spiritual transformation have had a revolutionary, freeing impact on thousands of believers. Greg passionately believes that faith and reason are not mutually exclusive, but that the mind and heart were made for congruity. He boldly defends a Christian faith that embraces science, rejects religion, transcends politics and nationalism, and that calls for a radical, socially engaged form of discipleship defined by the self-sacrificial love of the Cross. Greg and his wife Shelley have been married for 36 years. They have three children and five grandchildren and live in St. Paul, Minnesota. One more thing: in his spare time, Greg plays drums for Not Dead Yet, a Twin Cities cover rock band that donates all of its proceeds to a non-profit organization called Kòt a Kòt (Haitian Creole for “side by side”), a home in Haiti for at-risk girls. Music on this episode provided by Serpent and Dove. If you have connected and benefited from this podcast, please consider making a small donation here https://squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists

Ep 9 - Derek Webb - Doubt, Honesty, Art, Liturgy Apr 14, 2016

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Adam and John spend some time with singer / songwriter / producer / remixer / noistrade founder / agitator Derek Webb talking about doubt, honesty, art, liturgy, community and much more. A 20+ year veteran of the music industry, Derek Webb has sold millions of albums as a founding member of Texas-based folk/rock band Caedmon’s Call, and ruffled political & spiritual feathers alike as a solo artist. He is also Co-Founder & President of the revolutionary tribe-building platform, NoiseTrade. Derek is expected to release a new album in 2016. Visit www.derekwebb.com for tons of information and free music! Visit www.noisetrade.com for tons of free music from thousands of amazing artists Albums and songs appearing on the episode: (In order of appearance) Stockholm Syndrome - Opening Credits, Black Eye, Feedback (Instrumental Contemplative Album) - Multiple tracks The Ringing Bell - A Love That’s Stronger Than Our Fears I Was Wrong I'm Sorry and I Love You - Heavy I See Things Upside Down - Medication Ctrl - And See The Flaming Skies Stockholm Syndrome - What Matters More (Final track on this episode) We hope that you enjoyed this episode. We love each and every one of you and you all have a place here with us. We are not looking to get rich or become professional podcasters. We would, however, love to be able to afford the microphones, books and beer without causing our wives anxiety and potential panic attacks! You can make a small donation HERE - https://squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists

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