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In each episode we go beyond the veil in our own personal unrefined way.
Our podcast recipe includes: the supernatural, the strange and unexplained from a biblical perspective, PLUS deep dives into the Word AND a wee bit of the conspiratorial for good measure.
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Brandon, Lindsy, BT and Jennifer Parks delve into the multifaceted significance of thresholds in various cultural contexts, exploring their connections to covenants, hospitality, and spiritual protection. They discuss how thresholds have historically been associated with blood sacrifices and the establishment of covenants, drawing parallels to modern practices and beliefs. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding these ancient concepts in today's world, emphasizing the depth and richness of the topic. In this conversation, the speakers explore various themes surrounding human sacrifice, cultural traditions, and the significance of thresholds in religious practices. They discuss the concept of 'living pillars' in ancient cultures, the deeper meanings of the Passover, and how these rituals connect to the idea of covenants with God. The conversation also delves into the symbolism of handbags in different cultures, linking them to fertility and the act of sacrifice.
The Threshold Covenant
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Timestamps:
00:29 The mystery of ancient handbags
01:00 What is a threshold covenant?
02:15 Understanding lost cultural context
03:45 Thresholds in biblical history
05:30 The spiritual significance of crossing a threshold
07:20 Cryptids, vampires, and the power of invitation
09:00 The ancient art of hospitality and covenant
11:10 Sacrificial rites at thresholds
13:45 The importance of blood in covenant-making
16:30 Passover as a threshold crossover
18:50 How modern culture has lost the sacred home
21:40 The red carpet connection to threshold sacrifices
23:15 Foundations laid in blood—gruesome ancient rituals
26:00 The connection between thresholds, altars, and temples
28:30 Occult practices and spiritual gatekeeping
30:45 The Stone of Scone and its eerie significance
33:00 The Mayan sacrifices and the embroidered purse
35:10 Theories on ancient handbags—pollen, fertility, and power
38:00 The connection between palm trees, pollination, and sacred bags
40:20 Were the Watchers pollinating humanity with forbidden knowledge?
43:00 The Maori legend of sacred baskets of knowledge
45:00 Why do relief carvings show gods with handbags?
47:30 Final thoughts and what’s next for this research
Get ready for an episode that dives into the depths of ancient spiritual warfare! We welcome back Dr. Merrill Greene, a scholar whose groundbreaking research explores the protective rituals of the Qumran community. From apotropaic magic (yep, we learned a new word) to exorcisms, we discuss how ancient Jewish practices influenced early Christianity and what that means for us today. We also tackle the controversial world of deliverance ministries, spiritual disciplines, and even the role of music in spiritual warfare. Oh, and did we mention the title of Merrill’s dissertation is Sectually Transmitted Demons? Yeah, get ready for this one!
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Weirdness of God book
Timestamps:
01:13 Apotropaic rituals vs. exorcisms
02:17 What is apotropaism?
03:46 Groundbreaking research on the Dead Sea Scrolls
04:15 The contrast between apotropaism and exorcisms
06:00 Spiritual warfare and ancient Jewish traditions
06:41 The mezuzah as an apotropaic object
07:07 The Passover as an act of spiritual protection
08:30 Why the Reformation rejected spiritual protection rituals
09:32 The dangers of monetizing spiritual practices
11:33 How Merrill’s dissertation challenged modern deliverance practices
13:29 The armor of God as apotropaism
15:01 Apotropaism in First Nations traditions
17:32 The problem with rigid deliverance ministry rules
19:23 Psalm 91 as an exorcistic text
21:16 What is and isn’t superstition?
24:30 Jericho and the power of sound in warfare
27:08 How spiritual disciplines impact supernatural protection
30:33 The power of being part of a faith community
35:33 The danger of exaggerated deliverance theatrics
39:47 Joseph’s divination cup and biblical divination
41:08 Was the Essene community influential on early Christianity?
46:38 Did the Qumran community invoke spirits against each other?
48:53 Merrill’s next book: Altered States of Consciousness in the Bible
53:53 The stigma around altered states in Christianity
56:30 Merrill’s personal encounter with the supernatural
58:46 Why charismatics need academic theology
01:04:25 The church’s fear of spiritual experiences
01:06:39 Explaining Sectually Transmitted Demons
01:11:37 Merrill prayer
Alright, y’all, we’re kicking off a wild ride into Operation Paperclip with this overview episode of what's to come, but you know we ain’t stopping at just the surface-level history. Nope. We’re peeling back the layers to see what was really going on when the U.S. scooped up a bunch of Nazi scientists and gave ‘em shiny new jobs. Was it just about rockets and national security, or was there something way darker at play?
Brandon, Lindsy and BT dive into the spiritual undercurrents behind the Nazi regime, the occult influences that fueled their twisted ideology, and whether Operation Paperclip was just a glorified tech transfer or a backdoor for an ancient rebellion to keep rolling. Y’all, we’re talking Watchers, Nephilim, Babel, secret societies, eugenics, and how all of this still shapes the world we live in today. You ready?, ‘cause this ain’t your high school history class.
Books mentioned:
Operation Paperclip: The Secret Intelligence Program That Brought Nazi Scientists to America – Annie Jacobsen
Area 51: The Uncensored History of America's Top Secret Military Base – Annie Jacobsen
Unholy Alliance: A History of Nazi Involvement with the Occult – Peter Levenda
Hitler’s Monsters: A Supernatural History of the Third Reich – Eric Kurlander
The Book of Giants – Dead Sea Scrolls fragment, authorship attributed to ancient texts
Demons and Spirits in Biblical Theology – John H. Walton & J. Harvey Walton
In the Name of Eugenics: Genetics and the Uses of Human Heredity – Daniel J. Kevles
The Watchers and Their Legacy – Brian Godawa
The Weapons of Mass Destruction Series (2-volume series) – Authors unknown (likely military historians)
The Gospel is Bigger Than You Think – Anthony Delgado
Timestamps:
00:15:96 Why this topic?
00:34:94 Connections to Laurel Canyon & psy-ops
01:04:69 The Third Reich’s spiritual force
02:49:91 Did Nazism really end?
03:28:67 The ancient thread behind Paperclip
04:39:47 Watchers, Nephilim, and forbidden knowledge
06:28:01 Occult roots of Nazi ideology
08:32:38 Enochian magic and secret societies
10:36:34 The blurry line between science and the occult
12:56:97 How the Nazis took advantage of the German Youth Movement
16:19:93 Nazism as a spiritual virus
20:32:59 What did Operation Paperclip really bring to the U.S.?
24:45:37 The Watchers’ influence in modern times
30:45:02 Comparing Babel and Berlin
35:09:64 The Hollywood connection to Paperclip
40:30:91 Rockets, MK Ultra, and Montauk—intelligence and the occult
45:40:29 Eugenics and modern bioengineering
55:16:13 The real cost of Nazi science
Ever wondered if mental illnesses are more than just a chemical imbalance? In this mind-blowing episode, we sit down with retired psychotherapist Jerry Marzinsky, who spent over 40 years working with psychiatric patients—including the criminally insane. He challenges mainstream psychology’s narrative and unveils the shocking patterns he discovered in schizophrenic voices. Could these "hallucinations" actually be something more? We dive deep into the pharmaceutical industry's deception, the energetic nature of thoughts, the supernatural strength of psychotic individuals, and the unseen battle behind mental illness. Buckle up, because this episode is going to challenge everything you thought you knew about psychology! Don't miss our second episode --see below!
https://www.jerrymarzinsky.com/
Due to sensitive content, our second episode featuring Jerry and the Mother of a Psychotic Killer can be found in our private RSS feed @ join.unrefinedpodcast.com. Episode 136- releases February 6
Timestamps:
00:10 They're like sharks that smell blood
00:28 Welcome to the Unrefined Podcast
02:44 Jerry Marzinsky background
05:09 First encounters with psychiatric hospitals
07:30 Observing schizophrenic patients' conversations
09:52 The psychology industry's missing research
12:12 Questioning the chemical imbalance theory
14:24 Different types of schizophrenia
16:50 Big Pharma’s influence on mental health
19:13 The DSM: A fabricated diagnostic tool
21:40 Drug companies shaping psychiatric treatment
24:07 The role of energy and frequency in mental illness
26:31 Spiritual implications of schizophrenia
28:52 Supernatural encounter with a schizophrenic
31:18 Entities feeding on negative energy
33:37 How voices manipulate schizophrenic patients
36:00 Negative intrusive thoughts affecting everyone
38:17 Biblical connection: Principalities and powers
40:39 Media and government manipulation
42:56 The spiritual nature of psychiatric disorders
45:15 Why demons hate the 23rd Psalm
47:39 The relationship between schizophrenia and religion
50:03 The psychiatric industry’s corruption
52:20 Schizophrenics rejecting their medications
54:42 The devastating effects of psychiatric drugs
57:08 The supernatural strength of psychotic individuals
59:28 Prison story: The man who resisted tasers and attack dogs
01:04:18 The influence of demonic entities
01:06:46 Dark energy and supernatural encounters
01:08:55 The financial incentives behind psychiatric diagnoses
01:11:19 Poem from a psychotic killer
01:16:07 Drug-induced schizophrenia and its dangers
01:18:31 Shadow people and their eerie messages
01:20:56 How entities recognize and feed on human energy
01:22:54 Closing thoughts and where to find Jerry’s work
Brandon and Lindsy welcome Christina from Sasquatch and Sourdough for a lively and thought-provoking conversation about her unique podcast, her faith journey, and her heart for ministering to others. From Bigfoot lore and cryptid mapping to sourdough bread? and spiritual transformation, Christina shares her testimony of how God softened her heart and redirected her life. With humor, humility, and a passion for creating a welcoming table for the fringe and the broken, this episode dives into the supernatural, community, and what it means to walk with the Holy Spirit.
https://www.sasquatchandsourdough.com/
00:01:00 Christina's journey into podcasting
00:02:30 The inspiration behind creating a cryptid map
00:03:00 Bigfoot clusters and paranormal mapping
00:05:00 Discussing the Patterson-Gimlin film
00:07:00 Christina's testimony of faith and spiritual encounters
00:09:30 Discovering the fringe community
00:12:00 Balancing supernatural experiences with faith
00:14:00 Christina's struggles with new age and witchcraft
00:16:00 The turning point: meeting Jesus
00:18:00 Religious spirit vs. authentic faith
00:20:30 Addressing criticism within the church
00:22:00 Celebrities' faith journey and online criticism
00:26:00 Navigating personal discernment in faith
00:30:00 Ministry on the fringe: inviting seekers to the table
00:34:00 Behind the name Sasquatch and Sourdough
00:38:00 The importance of creating a welcoming atmosphere
00:40:00 Walking in unity and focusing on the kingdom
00:44:00 Tackling supernatural questions with grace
00:48:00 Ministering to those with supernatural experiences
00:52:00 Avoiding fear-based faith and walking in freedom
01:03:00 Acting on faith and bringing heaven to earth
01:06:00 Christina’s testimony of a softened heart
01:10:00 The power of obedience and ministering to the broken
01:14:00 Closing prayer and reflection
This episode tackles one of the most debated topics in Christian theology: 𝖍𝖊𝖑𝖑.
Brandon, Lindsy, and BT host Steve Gregg, author of Why Hell? Three Christian Views Critically Examined, to explore the traditional, annihilationist, and universal reconciliation perspectives. Steve shares insights from decades of teaching and ministry, diving into biblical interpretations, historical theology, and the character of God. The discussion challenges conventional beliefs and encourages listeners to wrestle with these views in light of Scripture, grace, and God’s purpose for humanity. Get ready for a thought-provoking journey into the mysteries of eternity.
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Timestamps:
00:02:00 Steve shares his background and ministry journey
00:05:00 Evolution of Steve’s interest in the topic of hell
00:08:43 Overview of the three primary views of hell
00:12:07 Historical development of the traditional view
00:15:00 Conditional immortality explained
00:19:23 Universal reconciliation and God’s purpose
00:24:15 Addressing common misconceptions about hell
00:29:45 Discussing the character of God and justice
00:32:18 Perspectives from early church theology
00:35:12 The role of God’s love and grace in salvation
00:39:25 Free will and God’s redemptive plan
00:42:10 Challenges with traditional views of hell
00:45:00 Personal reflections on evangelism and discipleship
00:49:05 Annihilationism and scriptural support
00:54:00 Motivations for following Christ beyond fear
00:57:18 The kingdom of God as central to understanding
01:01:30 Navigating uncertainty in theology
01:04:12 Encouragement to explore, question, and pray
01:06:00 Steve Gregg prays for listeners
01:07:00 Closing thoughts and encouragement
In this engaging episode, Brandon Spain, Lindsy Waters, and BT Wallace chat with pastor and author Anthony Delgado about his book, The Gospel is Bigger Than You Think. They delve into the deeper, broader meaning of the gospel, challenging oversimplified views and exploring themes of redemption, penal substitutionary atonement, and Christus Victor. Anthony shares his thoughts on the importance of seeing the gospel through a unified biblical lens, recounts personal experiences, and unpacks the role of storytelling in understanding salvation. They also discuss masculinity in faith and the church's role in embracing a holistic gospel that challenges and inspires.
https://www.anthonydelgado.net/
Amazon Author page: https://amzn.to/4fYePwT
Timestamps:
00:08 Division and unity in the gospel
00:28 Introduction to the episode
01:00 Topic overview: Simplicity of the gospel
02:00 Guest introduction: Anthony Delgado
03:00 Misconceptions about the gospel
05:11 The "ticket to heaven" mentality
07:35 Salvation: Past, present, and future
10:15 Personal experience with legalism
12:20 Balancing grace and obedience
14:34 Accessibility of the gospel
16:58 Approaching the gospel from different angles
19:19 Biblical theology vs. modern propositions
21:41 Gospel in counseling and real life
24:05 Addressing theological differences
26:26 Nominalism vs. active faith
28:44 Mega church challenges and pragmatism
31:06 Gospel response vs. gospel proclamation
33:28 Lordship salvation and kingdom living
35:52 Cultural and personal struggles with sin
38:07 Practical redemption and restitution
40:20 Penal substitutionary atonement explained
42:37 Christus Victor and spiritual warfare
45:02 Authority of Christ and nations' discipleship
47:27 The role of blood in atonement
52:18 Sufficient vs. superabundant sacrifice
54:44 Restitution in theology and life
59:16 The beauty of covenantal salvation
01:01:36 Challenges of modern theology
01:06:22 Responding to God with gratitude and action
01:10:56 Masculinity and spiritual warfare
01:18:16 Boldness in faith and martyrdom
01:22:57 Restoring biblical masculinity
01:30:05 Closing thoughts and next steps
Ever wondered about Project Blue Beam and its possible connection to drones, UAPs, and the alien deception narrative? Join Brandon, Lindsy, BT and Amy from Eyes on the Right as they unravel the tangled web of g😳v't conspiracy, supernatural elements, and advanced technology. Exploring the implications in the context of UAPs (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena) and the broader narrative of alien deception. The conversation navigates through various theories surrounding the project, the role of advanced technology, and the psychological operations at play in shaping public perception. The discussion also touches on the eschatological implications of these phenomena, questioning the nature of aliens and their potential connection to biblical prophecies. In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore various themes surrounding eschatology, the supernatural, and the implications of unidentified submersible objects (USOs). They discuss the influence of narratives like the Twilight Zone on perceptions of alien encounters, delve into the cyclical nature of biblical prophecy, and emphasize the importance of faith and awareness in navigating these complex topics. The conversation also touches on the significance of the supernatural in modern beliefs and the need for Christians to engage with these discussions.
From discussions about holograms and D@RP@'s secret advancements to interdimensional beings and eschatology, this episode dives deep into what could be happening behind the veil. With humor, discernment, and biblical insight, the conversation is both enlightening and thought-provoking. Don't miss out on this fascinating mix of mystery, theology, and fringe theories.
00:28:43 Diving into Project Blue Beam
02:49:87 Amy explains Project Blue Beam and holograms
05:15:78 DARPA's tech advancements
07:37:32 Theories on aliens and interdimensional beings
09:56:66 The importance of podcasters' discernment
12:09:29 The role of drones and public conditioning
14:27:09 Historical parallels like MK Ultra and Cointel Pro
16:43:63 Debate over national air defense and drones
19:09:19 Tim Poole's take on government experiments
21:20:03 Biblical and eschatological implications
23:44:63 Amy's research on UAPs and supernatural theories
26:06:56 Ambiguity and its role in psychological operations
28:21:80 Connection to signs, wonders, and end times
30:40:89 Cycles in scripture and Revelation's layers
33:00:70 Final confrontation and theological nuances
35:21:72 Insights into USOs and mysterious waters
37:44:42 Nephilim technology and aquatic human theories
40:01:63 Simeon, Anna, and modern discernment
42:13:46 USO sightings in Brazil and Catalina
44:33:76 Ancient maritime tales and biblical connections
46:54:09 CIA's Gateway Process and fabricated illusions
49:15:81 Sharing stories about abductions and skepticism
51:24:15 Intentionality and media manipulation
If you’ve ever thought about fasting but felt intimidated, this episode is for you.
Fasting can be hard, but is it worth it? This week, we dive deep into the spiritual and physical dynamics of fasting with special guest Vicki Joy, She shares personal breakthroughs, including her incredible healing journey, revelations about dry fasting, and insights into spiritual warfare. From discussing the mechanics of fasting to the power it unleashes, this episode is packed with testimonies, encouragement, and a challenge to pursue God with deeper hunger.
Vicki’s insights into starting small, finding a fasting partner, and understanding the physical and spiritual rewards of fasting are incredibly practical. So, as we kick off 2025, I want to encourage you: what’s one step you can take toward a fasted lifestyle? Trust me, it’s worth it.
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https://archive.org/details/fastingcure00sincrich
[00:07] Within four hours of healing
[00:27] Episode intro and guest introduction
[01:30] Vicki Joy’s fasting experiences
[02:38] Overcoming fasting struggles
[05:02] Sacrifice and biblical fasting
[07:17] Fasting stories and testimonies
[09:39] Breaking addictions and finding freedom
[11:47] Dry fasting revelations
[14:08] Fasting for others’ healing
[18:51] The Fasting Cure by Upton Sinclair
[21:02] The cost of obedience in fasting
[25:30] Healing through fasting: A testimony
[30:04] The body’s healing design during fasting
[36:47] Activity during fasting: What helps, what hinders
[43:33] Misconceptions about fasting
[50:19] Sharing fasting stories and testimonies
[54:57] Jesus’ fasting and spiritual preparation
[59:40] Living a fasted lifestyle
[01:04:04] Overcoming the flesh’s desires
[01:11:05] Experiencing thirst like Jesus
[01:17:35] The generosity of fasting rewards
[01:20:57] Vicki’s closing prayer and encouragement
Brandon and Lindsy are joined by revivalist and author JD King for an inspiring conversation about the history, power, and future of revival and healing in the Christian faith. JD shares incredible stories of miraculous healings, including a supernatural bone regrowth, and explores the dynamics of God’s work through history, from the tent revivals of the past to the intimate gatherings shaping the future. Together, they discuss the importance of humility, discernment, and the diverse ways God manifests His power through healing and revival. This episode is a stirring call to embrace the supernatural and seek deeper encounters with God.
[00:10] - The Mystery of Revival and Laughter
[02:30] - Growing Up in the Shadow of Revival
[05:15] - Witnessing a Miracle: Healing Through an Empty Eye Socket
[10:00] - Faith in Action: Discovering Healing Modalities
[14:40] - Corporate Revival vs. Personal Revival
[19:55] - The Sound of Revival
[23:15] - Revival Won’t Look the Same: New Ways God Moves
[29:00] - Signs and Wonders: The Role of Miracles in Revival
[35:00] - Historical Shifts That Hindered Supernatural Thinking
[45:35] - The Next Revival Starts Around Tables
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