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Get in Formation with Scholar Cheryl Bridges Johns Apr 29, 2021

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Get in Formation is a new series to inspire spiritual and personal growth. After the year we've all endured, it is important to find ways to refresh and renew our faith. Practical tools, helpful tips and inspiring wisdom, this series is jam packed with good stuff. On today's episode, we welcome a very special guest, theologian, writer and lecturer Cheryl Bridges Johns. She is a prophetic voice with an academic career that spans three decades. Cheryl is a wise elder with a burden for those deconstructing toxic aspects of their faith. She seeks to offer a way to be claimed again beyond the wilderness of criticism. We cover why diversity in the church is important (the GED next to the PhD), finding God in creation, how we embrace life changes and relate and connect across generations. You'll want to share this episode with everyone you know, TRUST US! You can find Cheryl mostly on Twitter: https://twitter.com/cb_johns Her most recent book: Seven transforming gifts of Menopause: An Unexpected Spiritual Journey. This book goes far beyond hot flashes and gets to the very heart of the midlife journey, helping women find their unique voice and speak their truth in an era of #MeToo and #ChurchToo. Find out more about Cheryl and purchase her books: https://cherylbjohns.com/

Get in Formation: How Justice Forms Our Faith Apr 22, 2021

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Get in Formation is a new series to inspire spiritual and personal growth. After the year we've all endured, it is important to find ways to refresh and renew our faith. Practical tools, helpful tips and inspiring wisdom, this series is jam packed with good stuff. On today's episode, we discuss how justice has informed our faith. Through the current event of the trial of Derek Chauvin, we discuss the pillars of justice - integrity, love, mercy - and what it means to live justly. How do we continue to remain in relationship with others who don't share a love for justice or think we're too political? How do we value forgiveness and accountability? What books, resources and people inform how we think about Jesus and justice? This is a helpful show for those processing this week's events and for those who are curious about or hungry for justice. Books mentioned on this episode: The Very Good Gospel by Lisa Sharon Harper Journey to the Common Good and Prophetic Imagination, both by Walter Brueggemann The Prophetic Lament and New Evangelicalism, both by Dr. Soong Chan Rah Unsettling Truths by Dr. Rah and Mark Charles. Since we mentioned the history of evangelicals and politics, consider reading Jesus and John Wayne by Kristen Kobes du Mez. Loving this series? Let us know! Rate and review the show and as always thank you for listening with us! Order Prey Tell by Tiffany Bluhm: www.tiffanybluhm.com Pre-order Love is the Resistance (mentioned in today's show!) by Ashley Abercrombie: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MXZW8BG/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 Slide in the DM's Follow Ashley and Tiffany on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ashabercrombie www.instagram.com/tiffanybluhm

Get in Formation: Deconstruction and Reconstruction Apr 15, 2021

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Get in Formation: What Informs Your Spiritual Journey? Apr 08, 2021

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Unpopular Opinions and What's Saving Our Lives Right Now Apr 01, 2021

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On the heels of the Prey Tell series, we want to say THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! What an incredible launch and as Tiffany says, it's not a moment, it's a movement, so we are thrilled to invite you to keep sharing, reading and engaging with the work of Prey Tell. We also felt it was time for a hilarious episode: UNPOPULAR OPINIONS. Turns out Ashley hates hot tea and that almost ended the future of Why Tho, but we're still fam. You'll love this episode and we encourage you to reach out to us and share your most unpopular opinion. If you love Why Tho, take a moment to rate the show and share a reveiw - it helps others join us! Order Prey Tell: https://amzn.to/2BN9ivR Download additional resources for free: www.tiffanybluhm.com Slide in the DM's and follow Ashley and Tiffany on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ashabercrombie www.instagram.com/tiffanybluhm

Prey Tell: What Happens When Women Have Power Mar 25, 2021

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A world where women hold equal power is a better world. Workplaces and communities with women at the helm are more likely to be equitable spaces in terms of pay, treatment and connection. When women's perspectives, ideas and strategies are valued, listened to and implemented, more people, places, and communities flourish. In the final episode of the Prey Tell Series, learn what happens when women have power. Let it inspire you to keep working toward a better world where women are valued and empowered. Order Prey Tell: https://amzn.to/2BN9ivR Download additional resources for free: www.tiffanybluhm.com Slide in the DM's and follow Ashley and Tiffany on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ashabercrombie www.instagram.com/tiffanybluhm

Prey Tell: Why We Blame Women When Bad Things Happen Mar 18, 2021

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Why do we blame women? Because it is easier to blame women than to deal with the real problem or systemic issue. It's why people blamed Monica Lewinksy (a twentysomething intern) for Bill's indiscretions instead of dealing with the fact that he abused his power or that culture demonizes women. It's why people blamed Meghan Markle for the racism she endured rather than dealing with the racism in her environment. It's why people blame the voices of dissent who call out workplace of community culture rather than actually deal with the toxic tenants of the culture itself. It is PAST TIME that we learn to invite women to speak rather than blame them when they do. "Prey Tell" is an incredible resource for all those looking to address systemic harm, answering why we silence women, why we blame women, and how we can right our cultural wrongs. Order "Prey Tell" wherever books are sold or visit www.tiffanybluhm.com for links to your favorite retailers. You can also watch the trailer, download discussion guides and more. Amazon quick link to Prey Tell: https://amzn.to/2BN9ivR Message Ashley or Tiffany on Instagram and share your thoughts about this series and the book. We love you and we're for you! www.instagram.com/ashabercrombie www.instagram.com/tiffanybluhm

Prey Tell: Silence is Not Spiritual with Belinda Bauman Mar 11, 2021

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"Silence is not spiritual and action is not optional." Oh my, our friend Belinda Bauman is breaking it off as our special guest for the Prey Tell book series. Belinda is an author, speaker, global activist and educator. As she committed herself to empowering women facing injustice in places like the Congo and Iran, the women in her life invited her to see the pain and abuse of women in her own backyard. Alongside Lisa Sharon Harper, Belinda founded the movement Silence is Not Spiritual to help women share their stories and to hold institutions and leaders accountable to change. We believe women and we want to see a world where the imbalance of power ends so that all people are valued in the image of God. This episode will help you share your story, create safe space for other women to be honest, and grow in knowing how to hold people accountable. To learn more about Tiffany's book Prey Tell, and pre-order visit www.tiffanybluhm.com for a list of your favorite retailers. All pre-orders unlock access to the Prey Tell Virtual Summit with leading voices all speaking on why we silence women. To learn more about Belinda's work and join her book club: https://www.onemillionthumbprints.org/brave-souls

Prey Tell: Narcissistic Men Mar 04, 2021

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Today's episode is all about narcissism, how to spot when someone is demonstrating narcissistic tendencies and what it looks like to set boundaries, walk away, or seek help. This episode highlights a chapter in Tiffany's latest book "Prey Tell: Why We Silence Women Who Tell the Truth and How Everyone Can Speak Up" and it unpacks why narcissism is hard to escape and the myths surrounding narcissism. Spoiler alert: it's not always that easy to spot! To learn more about Tiffany's book and pre-order visit www.tiffanybluhm.com for a list of your favorite retailers. All pre-orders unlock access to the Prey Tell Virtual Summit with leading voices speaking on why we silence women. Did you love the show? Take a moment to rate and review so that others can find the show! Connect with Ashley and Tiffany over on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ashabercrombie www.instagram.com/tiffanybluhm

Prey Tell: Why We Silence Women Who Tell the Truth and How Everyone Can Speak Up Feb 25, 2021

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Hey there, Why Tho listeners! Today's we've got an ear snack for you! Enjoy the first chapter of Tiffany's latest book, "Prey Tell: Why We Silence Women Who Tell the Truth and How Everyone Can Speak Up." Prey Tell addresses the imbalance of power between men and women in sacred and secular culture through an intersectional lens and examines how we can all work toward balanced and equitable spaces and speak up. To learn more about Tiffany's book and pre-order visit tiffanybluhm.com for a list of your favorite retailers. All pre-orders unlock access to the Prey Tell Virtual Summit with leading voices all speaking to why we silence women. Info at tiffanybluhm.com. Did you love the show? Take a moment to rate and review so that others can find the show! Connect with Ashley and Tiffany over on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ashabercrombie www.instagram.com/tiffanybluhm

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