Explore every episode of the podcast Rettals' Pub
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| Love people. Show compassion. Have grace. (Conversation with Billy Keene, Pt 3) Episode 72 | 06 Nov 2024 | 00:40:52 | |
We all have gifts, regardless of whether religion plays a role in your life or not. Accept yourself as you are. Love people. Show compassion. Have grace.
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| Finding where you fit (Conversation with Billy Keene, Pt 2) Episode 71 | 30 Oct 2024 | 00:34:48 | |
Billy's journey continues after leaving the Pentecostal organization, including his struggles with his sexuality, which were in direct conflict with Christianity. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| Is Fundamentalism Tied to Ego? (Conversation with Robert Williams, Pt 2) Episode 63 | 03 Jul 2024 | 00:30:22 | |
We continue the conversation with Robert and discuss fundamentalism and the fact that it's found everywhere: work, home, politics, etc.
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| When Spiritual Abuse is Subtle (Conversation with Robert Williams, Pt 1) Episode 62 | 26 Jun 2024 | 00:32:48 | |
We interview Robert Williams, who shares his long time experiences within the Apostolic church, and what ultimately led to his exodus. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| Pagan Christianity, Chapters 1-2 (Date Night) Episode 61 | 20 Jun 2024 | 00:30:54 | |
We discuss chapters 1 & 2 of Pagan Christianity by Frank Viola.
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| Intro to Pagan Christianity (Date Night) Episode 60 | 12 Jun 2024 | 00:34:31 | |
In this first RP date night episode, Nate and Celeste introduce an impactful book they read around 15-20 years ago when they first exited the UPC Church.
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| Know Your Power (Conversation with Kali J Banks, Pt 2) Episode 59 | 05 Jun 2024 | 00:44:40 | |
We wrap up our discussion with Kali J Banks regarding awareness, and how once you broaden your awareness, then your interpretation of scripture is beyond just surface level. When you go within yourself, you unlock the keys to the 'mystery' of the bible. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| All that you need is within you (Conversation with Kali J Banks, Pt 1) Episode 58 | 29 May 2024 | 00:33:32 | |
What does it mean to forgive? What does it mean to love yourself?
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| The Biggest Religion on the Planet (Conversation with Ron Lennex, Pt 3) Episode 57 | 22 May 2024 | 00:27:00 | |
We wrap up our interview with Ron in this 3rd episode by talking politics, the 'biggest religion on the planet'. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| When you're just DONE (Conversation with Ron Lennex, Pt 2) Episode 56 | 15 May 2024 | 00:32:19 | |
In this episode, Ron talks about growing up with feelings of not being accepted, or measuring up, and then refusing to tolerate those same feelings within the confines of religion. Nate shares that he believes true peace is found when you're able to just be who you are, and that begins with accepting yourself. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| When religion isn't all it's cracked up to be (Conversation with Ron Lennex, Pt 1) Episode 55 | 08 May 2024 | 00:24:49 | |
Ron talks about being raised Methodist as a kid, and also going to Catholic mass with his grandmother. He became spiritually curious as he grew older, and found out one of his buddy's father was a born-again Christian. They invited him to their church where he attended for a while. From there, he attended a trinitarian 'holiness' full gospel church until he was in his early 20s and decided to leave the church for a period of time.
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| Pagans and Christians and Satanists, Oh My! (Pt 3) Episode 54 | 01 May 2024 | 00:30:37 | |
Nate and Mason wrap up the last of this series by finishing the last of the 9 satanic statements written in the 1960s by Anton LeVey, while weaving in politics and (ex)evangelicalism. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| Church = just another MLM?? (Conversation with Billy Keene, Pt 1) Episode 70 | 23 Oct 2024 | 00:46:15 | |
We talk with a long-time friend as he shares his journey out of the Pentecostal church. It began when he saw the greed, the focus and priority placed on constant fundraising, and the comparison to just another multi-level-marketing business.
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| Pagans and Christians and Satanists, Oh My! (Pt 2) Episode 53 | 24 Apr 2024 | 00:25:46 | |
Mason finishes reading the list of sins found on the church of satan's website. Nate shares more about attending the local pagan market. And then they move on to the 9 satanic statements written in the 1960s by Anton LeVey. What we drank on the show: *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| Pagans and Christians and Satanists, Oh My! Episode 52 | 10 Apr 2024 | 00:31:40 | |
Nate shares how he recently visited a local pagan market with various vendor booths set up - and for clarification, pagan doesn't mean blood sacrifices, but a rather broad spectrum of non-christians.
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Some of the other vendors we met at the Polk County Pagan Market:
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| Happy 1st Birthday, Rettals' Pub! Episode 51 | 03 Apr 2024 | 00:35:55 | |
Happy 1st Birthday to Rettals' Pub! Join us as we talk about the past year plus plans for the next. We also manage to weave a bit of spirituality in and around laughs. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| Your ego must die daily (Listener Question - Pt 4) Episode 50 | 27 Mar 2024 | 00:25:00 | |
We wrap up part 4 of listener questions by discussing that attachment brings suffering & pain, so your ego must 'die daily', as Paul said. If you've followed our podcast for a while, you'll find this is not a new topic, as many things circle back to this concept.
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| Are evil humans pre-planned, or are they NPCs? (Listener Question - Pt 3) Episode 49 | 20 Mar 2024 | 00:25:34 | |
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| Are the soul and spirit separate entities? (Listener Question - Pt 2) Episode 48 | 13 Mar 2024 | 00:29:36 | |
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| Is it predestination or free will? (Listener Question - Pt 1) Episode 47 | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:32:48 | |
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| Redefining how we see god & church (Conversation with Amanda Clark, Pt 3) Episode 46 | 28 Feb 2024 | 00:32:46 | |
We discuss how its harder, but more rewarding, to work out your own spirituality (without it becoming legalism); how it's easy to follow someone else's laundry list of do's/don'ts & be spoon-fed their version of 'god' but it shortchanges our souls; that being surrounded by nature is its own kind of 'church'; and that sometimes you just need to be able to let a good 'curse word' out :) *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| When your awakening & exodus leads to greater spirituality (Conversation with Amanda Clark, Pt 2) Episode 45 | 21 Feb 2024 | 00:35:40 | |
Amanda talks about dreams of past lives; her spiritual (supernatural) abilities, even as a small child, that were hidden rather than celebrated; her first invitation to attend a small group reading by a Medium, and how a beyond-the-grave apology brought her and her husband joy and peace rather than fear. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| When the pursuit of truth leads you out (Conversation with Amanda Clark, Pt 1) Episode 44e | 14 Feb 2024 | 00:30:43 | |
We finally get to talk with Amanda! *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| Practice, not Perfection (Conversation with Tai Goodwin, Pt 3) Episode 69 | 16 Oct 2024 | 00:21:32 | |
We wrap up our interview with Tai and talk about people having "spiritual" gifts and being able to choose how and when they use them. And maybe there's a bigger reason why "God" doesn't answer our prayers...and it's not because we're unworthy or are being punished.
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| Resolve to Serve No More - Even More - Episode 43e | 07 Feb 2024 | 00:33:00 | |
Nate, a capitalist, blames the state of the nation on the Boomer generation because of their unfettered consumption and by putting their own needs and desires ahead of all others. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| Resolve to Serve No More - Episode 42e | 31 Jan 2024 | 00:32:48 | |
Mason and Nate talk about how their view of God has changed since their awakening as well as not serving tyrants. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| Christianity is Pagan Cosplay Pt. 2 - Episode 41e | 24 Jan 2024 | 00:40:51 | |
As always, Nate and Mason discuss the various issues with religions. Christianity generally and Pentecostalism specifically. Please join us as we talk about the pagan influences withing Christianity; among many other topics as well. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| New Year's Musings (Purpose, Paganism, & Aliens) Episode 40 | 17 Jan 2024 | 00:39:56 | |
We kick off the new year with multiple topics. 1. If you strive to attain your highest purpose, the universe will align to that purpose. Choose the highest and best.
**Correction: Enlil was the Annunaki brother who set himself up as a controlling God and, Enki was the Annunaki brother who wanted to help save humanity. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| What does Voodoo have in common with Pentecostalism? Episode 39 | 10 Jan 2024 | 00:37:29 | |
Nate and Mason discuss extreme similarities between Pentecostalism and voodoo:
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| Why do Christians reject Reincarnation? Episode 38 | 03 Jan 2024 | 00:43:22 | |
Listener question:
Nate answers this question with a single word: CONTROL
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| Merry Christmas and Happy New Year | 23 Dec 2023 | 00:06:00 | |
We would like to thank each of you for listening! We hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy and Safe New Year! We look forward to another year of community with you. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| There is no spoon: waking up from the illusion of self - Episode 37 | 20 Dec 2023 | 00:31:07 | |
Nate and Mason discuss the idea of Samadhi. What is Samadhi? It's not something that is easily described because there are no real translations.
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| Let life unfold - Episode 36 | 13 Dec 2023 | 00:32:48 | |
We discuss attachment and what that may mean (or not). *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| Attachments and 'I AM' - Episode 35 | 06 Dec 2023 | 00:32:48 | |
Yep, we talk attachments again, and what it means to say 'I AM'. What we drank on the show:
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| Be the Highest Version of Yourself (Conversation with Tai Goodwin, Pt 2) Episode 68 | 09 Oct 2024 | 00:32:17 | |
We continue our discussion with Tai, and how our purpose and mission is to be the highest version of ourselves.
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| What are Chakras? Episode 34 | 28 Nov 2023 | 00:32:48 | |
We discuss the 7 chakras (or spiritual centers w/in the body), specifically the Root Chakra, which when imbalanced, can manifest as back pain, fatigue, digestive issues, anxiety & fearfulness. What we drank on the show:
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| Happy Thanksgiving | 22 Nov 2023 | 00:05:40 | |
We love you guys and are thankful for your presence listening to Rettals' Pub. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| Relax - You're Only Shown What's Needed When You Need It - Episode 33 | 15 Nov 2023 | 00:32:48 | |
Mason shares a quote from one of the Christian Orthodox Desert Fathers, Saint Theognostos:
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| Is God a Male? (Listener Question) + 50 Shades of Pray, Pt 2 - Episode 32 | 08 Nov 2023 | 00:39:56 | |
On the back of the previous episode, "50 Shades of Pray", we address a listener question. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| 50 Shades of Pray - Episode 31 | 01 Nov 2023 | 00:37:00 | |
Our producer, Duke, came up with this awesome, and fitting, episode title. No, this is not satire. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| Changing Views on Transgenderism? (Listener Question) Episode 30 | 25 Oct 2023 | 00:42:22 | |
Erin asks Mason: “Since one of your past lives was female, does that change your views on gender?” *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| Ordered Steps & Attachments - Episode 29 | 18 Oct 2023 | 00:27:26 | |
While we were sitting in session and reading listener questions, we segued off into a topic near and dear to our hearts - the fact that our steps are ordered. The path is the path, whether it brings pain or pleasure. And we can't be so attached to a specific outcome, that we melt down or suffer when it doesn't happen the way we thought it should. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| Multiple Messiahs? (Listener Question) Episode 28 | 11 Oct 2023 | 00:28:28 | |
We discuss several listener questions:
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| Blessings and Cursings - Episode 27 | 04 Oct 2023 | 00:41:50 | |
What you say paired with your intent has the power to bless or curse. Call it prayer, meditation, an incantation, a curse, a spell, a mantra, an affirmation - words with motive have power. What we drank on the show:
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| "Under All is the Land" (Misc Musings Pt 4) Episode 26 | 27 Sep 2023 | 00:46:45 | |
The National Association of REALTOR®s has a code of ethics which states up front, "Under All is the Land."
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| When you have to slice off pieces of yourself to fit (Conversation with Tai Goodwin, Pt 1) Episode 67 | 02 Oct 2024 | 00:26:24 | |
"I'm talking to those people who are struggling, who've not gotten your questions answered, who when they've asked questions have been told to be quiet, who have suffered mistreatment, abuse, and all other kinds of horrible things in the name of church and the bible and god and gotten no relief. And I'm also talking to those of us who felt like they had to slice pieces of ourselves off to fit in a baptismal pool, but still feel broken, feeling rejected, feeling lost." Resources mentioned: *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| The Kingdom of Nothing (Misc Musings Pt 3) Episode 25 | 20 Sep 2023 | 00:36:14 | |
We talk politics: Are most Boomers consumers? Is there greed in DC? Have our elected officials lost touch with the everyday citizen? Taxpayers pay, and the elite pad their pockets. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| Common Threads & "Capitalism" (Misc Musings Pt 2) Episode 24 | 13 Sep 2023 | 00:27:39 | |
We discuss multiple things in this episode.
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| When You're a Heathen (Misc Musings Pt 1) Episode 23 | 06 Sep 2023 | 00:36:04 | |
The Rettals' brothers discuss multiple topics, including on how their podcast has affected them in their everyday lives, both positively and negatively. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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| Find the divinity within (Reincarnation, Kinda Pt 5) Episode 22 | 30 Aug 2023 | 00:33:25 | |
Like a thimble of ocean water contains the essence of the ocean, the fullness of the ocean, (yet is not the whole ocean), so does our spirit contain the very essence of God, universe, whatever you call it. *show notes may contain affiliate links
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