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| Episode 332: Blair Coyle - What If Resurrection Is About Losing Your Religion To Find True Life? | 27 Apr 2025 | 00:57:27 | |
This week we're talking to Blair Coyle. Blair is a singer and songwriter who creates beautiful music that is birthed out of his faith deconstruction / evolution. Today he talks to us about his music, his journey, and how his understanding of God and faith have evolved. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: BLAIR COYLE: https://www.blaircoylemusic.com APOSTASY ANTHEMS: https://music.apple.com/us/album/apostasy-anthems-ep/1781442509 MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Rubble-Stories-Shattered-Relationships/dp/B0C7T5TJD4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B051GGV2WCSI&keywords=glenn+siepert&qid=1700157759&sprefix=glenn+%2Caps%2C399&sr=8-1 SUBSTACK / BLOG: https://whatifproject.substack.com/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: (used with permission from the artist, Blair Coyle - INTRO: Winds of October / OUTRO: Looking for the Light) | |||
| Episode 331: Liz Charlotte Grant - What If We Saw The Bible As A Beautiful Masterwork Of Ancient Art? | 13 Apr 2025 | 00:57:24 | |
Is it possible to continue to find value in the Bible when you no longer see the Bible as the inerrant, perfect, almighty Word of God? Is it possible for the Bible to continue to speak into our lives post-Evangelicalism? Is it possible for the Bible to be MORE than you ever imagined it could be? This week we talk to Liz Charlotte Grant about her amazing book, "Knock at the Sky". Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: LIZ CHARLOTTE GRANT: https://lizcharlotte.com SUBSTACK / BLOG: https://whatifproject.substack.com/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: FLYIN (Artist) / GO HIGHER (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 330: Larry Jordan - What If We Were To Hold Our Beliefs More Loosely? | 30 Mar 2025 | 01:03:27 | |
This week we're talking to Larry Jordan about his book, "THE WAY" and wondering how the world might change if we allowed our beliefs to rest in our open palms instead of our closed fists ... if we asked more questions of those who see things differently instead of making more declarations about how we're right and they're wrong. This one will stretch you - enjoy! SHOW NOTES: LARRY JORDAN: https://larryjordanauthor.com THE WAY: https://larryjordanauthor.com/product/the-way-meaningful-spirituality-for-a-modern-world SUBSTACK / BLOG: https://whatifproject.substack.com/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: FLYIN (Artist) / GO HIGHER (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 329: Neil Douglas-Klotz - What If We've Misunderstood Much Of What Jesus Was Talking About? | 16 Mar 2025 | 00:50:36 | |
This week Neil Douglas-Klotz is back on the show to talk about his new book, "The Aramaic Jesus Book of Days". We talk about the person and teachings of Jesus and how when looked at through Jesus' native Aramaic tongue - it's IMPOSSIBLE to put it all into a nice, neat, systematic box. This is a good one - enjoy and go grab the book! SHOW NOTES: NEIL DOUGLAS-KLOTZ: https://abwoon.org SUBSTACK / BLOG: https://whatifproject.substack.com/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: FLYIN (Artist) / GO HIGHER (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 328: Justin Scoggins - What If Tattoos And Art Can Be A Doorway To The Divine? | 02 Mar 2025 | 00:49:31 | |
This week we welcome Justin Scoggins who talks to us about his book, "Inking Christ" - we talk tattoos, art, creativity, and choosing to live creatively different during these divisive moments in our world. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: JUSTIN SCOGGINS: https://www.eidochristos.com SUBSTACK / BLOG: https://whatifproject.substack.com/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: FLYIN (Artist) / GO HIGHER (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 327: James Danaher - What If The Gospel Of Jesus Isn't About Becoming Righteous, But Becoming Loving? | 17 Feb 2025 | 00:52:28 | |
This week we're talking to Dr. James Danaher about his newest book, "A Deeper Life". We talk about Jesus, the Gospel, and how the message of the Gospel isn't about becoming more righteous, but remembering and awakening to who we have always been. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: SUBSTACK / BLOG: https://whatifproject.substack.com/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: FLYIN (Artist) / GO HIGHER (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 326: Stuart Semple - What If Our Creativity Has The Power To Change The World? | 02 Feb 2025 | 00:46:15 | |
Welcome to season 8 of the show, we'll be talking today to Stuart Semple about art, creativity, the inner critic, and near death experiences. Enjoy. SHOW NOTES: STUART SEMPLE: https://stuartsemple.com SUBSTACK / BLOG: https://whatifproject.substack.com/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: FLYIN (Artist) / GO HIGHER (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 325: What's Up In 2025? Bi-Weekly Episodes, Exploring Oneness, And Finding A Different Way To Be | 23 Dec 2024 | 00:35:00 | |
SHOW NOTES: SUBSTACK: https://whatifproject.substack.com/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support
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| Episode 324: Bruce Pagano - What If Certainty Is A Hindrance To Spiritual Growth? | 15 Dec 2024 | 01:08:56 | |
This week we're talking to Bruce Pagano about his book, "Certainty Kills", where he explores the many ways that white knuckle certainty can hinder our spiritual growth. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: BRUCE PAGANO: https://www.brucepagano.com ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Damma Beatz (Artist) / Lunch Pin (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 323: Esther Goetz - What If We Could Become Our Own Authority? | 09 Dec 2024 | 01:00:20 | |
This week we're talking to my friend, Esther Goetz. Esther is a spiritual director, author, podcast host, and all around wonderful human. We talk about spirituality, deconstruction, our evolving thoughts about the Bible, and what it looks like to become your own authority. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: ESTHER GOETZ: https://www.estherjoygoetz.com ESTHER'S BOOKS: https://www.amazon.com/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3AEsther+Joy+Goetz&s=relevancerank&text=Esther+Joy+Goetz&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1 SUBSTACK: https://whatifproject.substack.com ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Daniel Fridell and Sven Lindvall (Artist) / Whiskey Saved My Soul (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 322: Rabbi Brian - What If You Had A Permission Slip To Listen To Your Own Inner Voice? | 02 Dec 2024 | 00:55:29 | |
This week we're talking to Rabbi Brian Zachary Mayer about his amazing book, "Rabbi Brian's High Unorthodox Gospel". We talk about moving from a place of deconstruction to a place of love and the permission we all have to listen to the still, quiet voice within. Need some hope this week? This one is for you! SHOW NOTES: RABBI BRIAN: https://rabbibrian.com RABBI BRIAN'S HIGHLY UNORTHODOX GOSPEL: https://rabbibrian.com/store/ (*FREE SHIPPING CODE: FREESHIP) ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SUBSTACK: https://whatifproject.substack.com/ SPECIAL MUSIC: Andreas Dahlback (Artist) / Salut! (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 321: Brandy Anderson - What If Our Loved Ones Who Have Passed Away Are Still Here? | 24 Nov 2024 | 01:00:52 | |
This week we're talking to Brandy Anderson about her book "Through the Veil". We talk about paranormal experiences, what happens when we die, reincarnation ... and so much more. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: BRANDY ANDERSON: https://brandyanderson.net/through-the-veil/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Aiyo (Artist) / Long Way Home (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 320: Ally Markotich - What If We Can Rediscover Our Creative Heart? | 18 Nov 2024 | 00:52:41 | |
This week we're talking to Ally Markotich about her amazing new book, "Soul Kindling". We talk art, creativity, the inner critic, and finding rest in our MotherGod. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: ALLY MARKOTICH: https://www.soulkindling.com/ SOUL KINDLING: https://www.soulkindling.com SUBSTACK: https://whatifproject.substack.com ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Martin Klem (Artist) / Prime Time (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 319: Brandon Dragan - What If Deconstruction Can Open Us To The Nuances That Can Be Found Everywhere? | 10 Nov 2024 | 00:49:42 | |
Brandon and I went to the same fundamentalist/Evangelical high school and today he's a lawyer who is doing amazing things in the world. This week we talk about faith deconstruction and how moving away from black and white thinking in regards to our faith can open our eyes to the nuances that can be found in every area of life - in particular within the topic of justice. SHOW NOTES: BRANDON DRAGAN: https://www.brandondragan.com ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Matt Large (Artist) / My Favorite Time of the Year (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 318: Darrell Epp - What If We Stopped Allowing Our Technologies To Dictate Our Thoughts And Our Days? | 03 Nov 2024 | 00:54:14 | |
This week we're talking to our friend Darrell Epp. Darrell is a poet and came on to discuss his latest collection of poems and the ways that technology (and the creators of it!) are hijacking our minds and our days. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: DARRELL EPP: https://www.facebook.com/darrell.epp.5/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Timothy Infinite (Artist) / Humid (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 317: Neil Douglas-Klotz & Alexander John Shaia - What If The Jesus Story Can Change Everything? | 27 Oct 2024 | 00:52:15 | |
This week we're talking to Alexander John Shaia and Neil Douglas-Klotz about their courses with the Shift Network and the intersection of their work on Jesus The Christ and the way the many layers of his story have the power to change EVERYTHING. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: NEIL DOUGLAS-KLOTZ: https://abwoon.org - SHIFT COURSE: https://theshiftnetwork.com/course/01NDouglasKlotz01_24 ALEXANDER JOHN SHAIA: https://www.quadratos.org - SHIFT COURSE: https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/wmcGS/a26972/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Lukas Got Lucky (Artist) / Light Up The Sky (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 316: John Dominic Crossan - What If We've Completely Misunderstood The Apostle Paul? | 20 Oct 2024 | 01:14:19 | |
This week we're tallking to John Dominic Crossan about his new book, "Paul the Pharisee: A Vision Beyond the Violence of Civilization". We talk about the Apostle Paul, resurrection, metaphorical language, the importance of context ... and so much more. This is a good one, enjoy! SHOW NOTES: JOHN DOMINIC CROSSAN: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialJohnDominicCrossan/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Ryan James Carr (Artist) / Back On Track (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com -- FAMILY FIRST: https://www.instagram.com/familyfirsthsa?igsh=djhqNGdjbWZoNGxw BUILDING BLOCKS CONFERENCE: https://www.instagram.com/p/DAUMqLKv9iN/?igsh=MTVvOHRxY3hwOWF3MA== | |||
| Episode 315: John Philip Newell - What If We Remembered The Divine At The Heart Of All Things? | 13 Oct 2024 | 00:47:50 | |
This week we're talking to John Philip Newell about some FRESH ways to think about the Gospel and what might change in our world if we were do return to an awareness of the Divine at the heart of ALL THINGS. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: JOHN PHILIP NEWELL: https://www.earthandsoul.org/john-philip-newell THE GREAT SEARCH: https://www.earthandsoul.org/thegreatsearch ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Cushy (Artist) / Down South (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 314: Duncan Pile - What If We Could Wake Up To The Union We've Always Had With The Divine? | 06 Oct 2024 | 00:52:31 | |
Duncan Pile is back for another conversation stemming off his thoughts about his deconstruction journey. Today we're talking about mysticism and waking up to the reality that we've always been (and will always be) intimately connected to the Divine. DUNCAN PILE: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/duncanedwardpile/ SUBSTACK: https://whatifproject.substack.com ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Ryan James Carr (Artist) / Woke Up In Vienna (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 313: Duncan Pile - What If We Can Deconstruct Our Faith While Keeping Aspects Of It In Place? | 29 Sep 2024 | 00:52:51 | |
This week we're talking to Duncan Pile about deconstruction and his faith journey and wondering if perhaps we can deconstruct AND keep various parts of our faith/beliefs intact. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: DUNCAN PILE: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/duncanedwardpile/ SUBSTACK: https://whatifproject.substack.com ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Staffan Carlen (Artist) / Feels Like Summer (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 312: Lauren Drake - What If Numerology Can Magnify The Reality Of Our Connection To The Divine? | 15 Sep 2024 | 00:58:00 | |
This week we're talking to Lauren Drake about numerology and what the numbers stemming from your birthday can reveal about you and your connection to the Divine. In this episode, she used my birthday as an example and absolutely BLEW MY MIND. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: LAUREN DRAKE: https://illuminatedlifehealing.com ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUBSTACK: https://whatifproject.substack.com/ SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Ryan James Carr (Artist) / Lend a Hand (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 311: Amanda Udis-Kessler - What If We Embraced An Ethic That Empowered Everyone In The World To Flourish? | 01 Sep 2024 | 00:57:28 | |
This week we're talking to Amanda Udis-Kessler about her amazing book, "Abundant Lives: A Progressive Christian Ethic of Flourishing" and wonder about how the world might be different if we lived from an ethic that allowed everyone to flourish. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: AMANDA UDIS-KESSLER: https://amandaudiskessler.com ABUNDANT LIVES: https://amandaudiskessler.com/abundant-lives/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Queerly Beloved / Used w/ Persmission by Amanda Udis-Kessler (originator of music and lyrics) | |||
| Episode 310: Eric Reitan - What If We Tried On A Worldview That Is Different Than The One We Assume Is Correct? | 18 Aug 2024 | 01:00:57 | |
This week we talk to Eric Reitan about deconstruciton, faith evolution, and the idea of truth having multiple layers as opposed to one narrow way of understanding. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: ERIC REITAN: https://www.instagram.com/reitaneric/ SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: BLUE STEEL (Artist) / BLITZ (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 309: Drenda Thomas Richards - What If We Dared To Remember The Dreams We Had When We Were Young? | 04 Aug 2024 | 00:54:07 | |
New episode out with Drenda Thomas Richards who talks to us about her book, "DARE TO REMEMBER" and helps us tap into our true selves as we strip away our conditioned selves and become all that we have been created to be. This is a good one - ENJOY! SHOW NOTES: DRENDA THOMAS RICHARDS: https://www.drendathomasrichards.com SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Harvio (Artist) / Sunset Sauvage (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 308: Thomas Oord - What If Life, Faith, And God Can Be Found Beyond Deconstruction? | 21 Jul 2024 | 00:59:26 | |
This week we talk to Thomas Oord about the book he recently wrote with Tripp Fuller - "God After Deconstruction". Are you deconstructing? Rethinking your faith? Does it all feel like a giant mess in your head and heart? This convo will (I hope!) make you feel less alone. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: THOMAS OORD: https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=THOMAS+OORD&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8 GOD AFTER DECONSTRUCTION: https://www.amazon.com/God-After-Deconstruction-Thomas-Oord/dp/195867026X MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Rubble-Stories-Shattered-Relationships/dp/B0C7T5TJD4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B051GGV2WCSI&keywords=glenn+siepert&qid=1700157759&sprefix=glenn+%2Caps%2C399&sr=8-1 WHAT IF PROJECT ART STUDIO: CURRENTLY DOWN, UPDATES ARE BEING MADE! SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: baegel (Artist) / Bleu Cheese (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com #spirituality #bible #christianity #deconstruction #theology | |||
| Episode 307: Herb Montgomery - What If Proximity To People Who Are Different Than Us Can Change Everything? | 07 Jul 2024 | 00:59:41 | |
New episode with Herb Montgomery talking to us about faith evolution and how being friends with people who are different than us has the power to change ... everything. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: HERB MONTGOMERY: https://renewedheartministries.com WHAT IF PROJECT ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Will Harrison (Artist) / No Need to Fear (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 306: Sara Mastros - What If A Necessary Step Of The Christian Journey Is Exorcising Jesus Out Of Your Life? | 23 Jun 2024 | 01:15:41 | |
New episode out with my friend, Sara Mastros. Sara is a magician, sorceress, and teacher of witchcraft who dropped by to talk to us about some pieces of Christian history that many of us (perhaps!) aren't aware of and challenge some of our assumptions regarding being followers of Jesus. This one stretched me in some really good ways and I'm sure it'll do the same for you (IF you'll allow it). Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: SARA MASTROS: https://www.mastroszealot.com/ THE SORCERY OF SOLOMON: https://www.mastroszealot.com/books WHAT IF PROJECT ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: DonVayei (Artist) / Toast to the Gods (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 305: George Lizos - What If The Greek Gods Can Help Make Us More Faithful Followers Of Our Spiritual Path? | 16 Jun 2024 | 00:52:14 | |
What if the Greek Gods/Goddesses have something to teach us? And what if instead of luring us away from our own spiritual path, they can help enhance it and make us stronger, more faithful followers of it? Check out this convo with George Lizos and be sure to pick up his book! 📚 SHOW NOTES: GEORGE LIZOS: https://georgelizos.com WHAT IF PROJECT ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Ballpoint (Artist) / To the Max (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 304: Seth Showalter - What If The Anti-LGBTQ Mindset Within Many Churches Is Greatly Harming LGBTQ People? | 09 Jun 2024 | 00:48:16 | |
New episode up with my friend Seth Showalter - we talk about his experience in converstion therapy and how the anti-LGBTQ mindset that is prevalent in many churches is harming LGBTQ people. This one will stretch you in the best of ways - enjoy! 🏳️🌈 SHOW NOTES: SETH SHOWALTER: https://sethshowalter.com FINALLY FREE: https://sethshowalter.com/finally-free/ WHAT IF PROJECT ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Hallman (Artist) / Starfields (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 303: Alec John Belle - What If There's Truth In All Religions, But No Religion Holds All Truth? | 02 Jun 2024 | 00:46:10 | |
This week we're kicking off our PRIDE series with my friend Alec John Belle. As a member of the LGBTQ community who has had a unique spiritual journey, Alec brings an amazing perspective to the topics of religion, spirituality, and everyday life. Drop in on our convo and pick up his book, "EVERY SHADE OF ME" - enjoy! 🥳 SHOW NOTES: WHAT IF PROJECT ART SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: TAGE (Artist) / Push and Pull (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 302: Edward Dodge - What If God’s Wife And Marijuana Were Erased From The Bible? | 26 May 2024 | 01:07:29 | |
New episode with Edward Dodge who talks to us about his book, "A History of the Goddess". You're about to hear some things you likely never heard before - buckle up! SHOW NOTES: EDWARD DODGE: https://www.edwardtdodge.com/2021/10/23/a-history-of-the-goddess/ WHAT IF PROJECT ART SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Aiyo (Artist) / Locked In (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 301: Josh Scott - What if the Bible Is More Than an Inerrant Book? | 22 May 2024 | 00:53:56 | |
New MID-WEEK RELEASE with my friend Josh Scott who talks to us about his new book, "CONTEXT: PUTTING SCRIPTURE IN ITS PLACE". We talk about inerrancy, evolving in our thoughts about the Bible, and how we don't need to read the Bible in order to be Christians. SHOW NOTES: JOSH SCOTT: https://www.joshscott.co CONTEXT: https://www.amazon.com/Context-Putting-Scripture-Its-Place-ebook/dp/B0CHN4X8YD?ref_=ast_author_dp WHAT IF PROJECT ART SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Ballpoint (Artist) / Blow the Speaker (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 300: Brian McLaren Helps Us Find Courage For A World That Is Falling Apart | 19 May 2024 | 01:17:11 | |
We made it - EPISODE 300! How exciting is this?! Joining us is Brian McLaren to talk about his NEW book, "Life After Doom" and reminisce with me about how we met and the early days of the What If Project. Pull up a chair and come celebrate with us! SHOW NOTES: BRIAN MCLAREN: https://brianmclaren.net/ LIFE AFTER DOOM: http://brianmclaren.net/LAD/ WHAT IF PROJECT ART SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: POW feat. Seon (Artist) / Cheer Up (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 299: Trey Ferguson Is Theologizin' Bigger | 16 May 2024 | 00:54:36 | |
This week we're talking to Pastor Trey Furgerson about his book, "Theologizin' Bigger" where he helps us imagine a God whose love is greater than anything we could ever imagine. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: TREY FERGUSON: https://www.pastortrey05.com THEOLOGIZIN' BIGGER: https://www.pastortrey05.com/book WHAT IF PROJECT ART SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Ballpoint (Artist) / The Fight Isn't Over (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 298: Dillon Naber Cruz Is A Public Theologian | 13 May 2024 | 01:10:56 | |
In this episode of the What If Project, we down with theologian and author Dillon Naber Cruz to explore some ideas behind his amazing book, "Theological Musings." As the conversation unfolds, y’all are invited to deep dive into the intersection of theology, philosophy, and the human experience. At the heart of the discussion is Dillon’s unique perspective on theology as a dynamic and evolving discourse, one that embraces ambiguity, diversity, and the continual search for meaning. Drawing from his extensive research and personal reflections, he spends his days challenging conventional notions of dogma and inviting us to embark on a journey of intellectual exploration and spiritual inquiry. Buckle up, this is a good one. SHOW NOTES: DILLON NABER CRUZ: https://tattooed-theologian.com/about/ WHAT IF PROJECT ART SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: BLUE STEEL (Artist) / HOTSHOT (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 297: Keith Giles Talks To Us About The Gospel Of Thomas | 08 May 2024 | 00:56:32 | |
NEW EPISODE up with Keith Giles talking to us about the Gospel of Thomas and his amazing book, ""The Quantum Sayings of Jesus". Enjoy! ✌🏻❤️ SHOW NOTES: KEITH GILES: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/keithgiles/ THE QUANTUM SAYINGS OF JESUS: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CW1FXSF2?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_XQ6H0BP51J5WAYNT566C&utm_source=Patheos&utm_medium=pubtab&utm_campaign=patheos&utm_id=PatheosPubs WHAT IF PROJECT ART SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Mash (Artist) / Wildflowers (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 296: Jon Turney Is Asking Questions | 05 May 2024 | 00:58:31 | |
NEW EPISODE up with Jon Turney talking to us about his book, "RJ the Astronaut" and the questions we have about ... everything. Enjoy! ✌🏻❤️ SHOW NOTES: JON TURNEY: https://www.facebook.com/jdt1970 WHAT IF PROJECT ART SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: BLUE STEEL (Artist) / JUMBOTRON (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 295: Dr. Jennifer Bird Talks To Us About Marriage In The Bible | 28 Apr 2024 | 01:21:06 | |
NEW EPISODE up with Dr. Jennifer Bird talking to us about marriage and the Bible - buckle up! ✌🏻❤️ SHOW NOTES: JENNIFER BIRD: https://www.jennifergracebird.com/bio MARRIAGE IN THE BIBLE: https://www.jennifergracebird.com/books WHAT IF PROJECT ART SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: POW (Artist) / VOYAGE (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 294: Brandon Andress Talks To Us About Writing Fiction As A Subversive Tool That Speaks To The Issues Of Our Day | 21 Apr 2024 | 00:54:05 | |
New episode up with Brandon Andress talking to us about how fiction and various forms of art can be used to subversively speak to the issues of our day. Go get it! SHOW NOTES: BRANDON ANDRESS: https://www.brandonandress.com WHAT IF PROJECT ART! - https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: John Runefelt (Artist) / Riding High (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 293: Carl McColman Talks To Us About Christian Mysticism And Contemplative Spirituality | 14 Apr 2024 | 01:02:25 | |
This week Carl McColman joins us to talk about Christian Mysticism and Contemplative Spirituality - this is a GOOD ONE, ENJOY! ✌🏻❤️ SHOW NOTES: CARL MCCOLMAN: https://anamchara.com SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Rebecca Mardal (Artist) / Sonic Raindrops (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 292: Natalie Perkins Helps Us Find Wisdom From Ancient Jesus People In Writings Beyond The Bible | 07 Apr 2024 | 00:59:17 | |
New episode up with Natalie Perkins talking to us about finding wisdom for everyday life from books like the Gospel of Thomas, the Gospel of Mary, The Acts of Paul and Thecla ... and more - ENJOY! ❤️🙏🏻 SHOW NOTES: NATALIE PERKINS: https://www.middlechurch.org/natalie/ WHAT IF PROJECT ART! - https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: FLYIN (Artist) / HIGH RISES (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 291: David Giles Talks To Us About Endings, Grief, And Processing Our Losses | 31 Mar 2024 | 00:59:07 | |
New episode up with David Giles talking to us about his book, "There Once Were Orange Groves". We talk about grief, endings, and processing the losses we endure in life. Enjoy! ✌🏻❤️ SHOW NOTES: DAVID GILES: https://www.instagram.com/davidgileswrites/ SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: TAGE (Artist) / Piece of Heaven (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 290: Maria Francesca French On Jesus, The Cross, And The Post-Christian Life | 27 Mar 2024 | 00:42:36 | |
New episode up for Holy Week with Maria Francesca French talking to us about Jesus, the cross, and living the post-Christian life while navigating through Lent, Good Friday, and all the things. If you're wondering how to make sense of Jesus and the cross after Evangelicalism - this one will be helpful, ENJOY! ❤️🙏🏻 SHOW NOTES: MARIA FRANCESCA FRENCH: https://www.mariafrancescafrench.com WATCH THE EPISODE ON YOUTUBE (AND SUBSCRIBE): https://youtu.be/7bX0-0SbokM SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Rocket Jr (Artist) / Vacation Mode (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episosde 289: Perdita Finn And The Guidance Our Ancestors Long To Give Us | 25 Mar 2024 | 01:04:04 | |
This week we talk to Perdita Finn about her amazing book, "Take Back the Magic". Perdita talks to us about reincarnation and explores the mystery of what happens when we die and how to begin a practice of communicating with our ancestors. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: PERDITA FINN: https://takebackthemagic.com WATCH THE EPISODE ON YOUTUBE (AND SUBSCRIBE!): https://youtu.be/WfrQ1_56Eyw SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Ballpoint (Artist) / Highway 101 (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 288: Jonathan Foster Talks To Us About Divine Entanglement And The Forever Presence Of Love | 17 Mar 2024 | 01:01:13 | |
This week we talk to Jonathan Foster about his book, "Indigo". He shares with us about the sudden death of his daughter, navigating grief, and evolving in his faith and understanding of God. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: JONATHAN FOSTER: https://www.jonathanfosteronline.com INDIGO: https://geni.us/indigo SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Mind (Artist) / Sleepwalking (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 287: Elaine Pagels Talks To Us About Grief, Loss, And Experiences We Can't Explain | 11 Mar 2024 | 01:06:03 | |
This week we are talking to Elaine Pagels about her book "Why Religion?" We talk about grief, loss, and experiences that surpass our understanding. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: ELAINE PAGELS: https://www.elaine-pagels.com SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: HATAMITSUNAMI (Artist) / Funky Munky Biznis (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 286: Rob Bell Is Handing Out Permission Slips (To Ask Questions, Grieve, Create, And Listen) | 04 Mar 2024 | 01:08:49 | |
This week we are chatting with Rob Bell about his book, "Where'd You Park Your Spaceship?". Rob's dad passed away in June 2023 shortly after my dad passed in March 2023 and so we talk about our dad's, grief, and the spiritual journey. This is a good one - ENJOY! SHOW NOTES: ROB BELL: https://robbell.com WHERE'D YOU PARK YOUR SPACESHIP?: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CBNN1SL5 SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Vicki Vox, Tape Machines (Artist) /Out Into Space (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 285: Kyle Smith Talks To Us About Christianity And The Stories Of Its Martyrs | 26 Feb 2024 | 01:13:18 | |
This week we talk to Dr. Kyle Smith about his book, "Cult of the Dead: A Brief History of Christianity". We talk about the history of Christianity through the lens of its martyrs and care of saints who have died by the sword, fire, etc. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: KYLE SMITH: https://www.kylesmithto.com SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: dasloe feat. Adelyn Paik (Artist) / Sunny Day, Sunny Day (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 284: Michael Gungor And The Reclaiming Of Our Christian Faith | 19 Feb 2024 | 00:54:04 | |
This week we are talking to Michael Gungor about his spiritual journey, the interconnectedness of all things, and the reclaiming of our Christian faith. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: WATCH OUR CONVO ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/M5L8-n9NhVk MICHAEL GUNGOR: http://www.gungormusic.com THE LITURGISTS: https://theliturgists.com/ SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Cushy (Artist) / Go Time! (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||
| Episode 283: Oren Jay Sofer Helps Us Meet A World In Crisis With Love, Courage, And Integrity | 12 Feb 2024 | 00:55:45 | |
This week we sit down with my friend Oren Jay Sofer to talk about his new book, "Your Heart Was Made For This". How do you approach the happenings of our world AND the happenings of our individual lives with courage? How do we come out the other side of the burdens and worries and heavy things of life with the capacity to continue to love? How do we keep our integrity amidst the events that challenge us the most? Pick up Oren's book TODAY and enjoy the show. SHOW NOTES: OREN JAY SOFER: https://www.orenjaysofer.com/https://www.colbertpres.org/ YOUR HEART WAS MADE FOR THIS: https://www.orenjaysofer.com/your-heart SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support SPECIAL MUSIC: Ooyy (Artist) / Come 2gether (Song Name) / courtesy of epidemicsound.com | |||