Because We're Not the Same

The dictionary defines "catharsis" as "the process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions", but is it always necessary to have it in stories? Should we be content when our narratives resolve in a neat little finale? Or is it more important to have our tales be reflective pictures of the human condition? And is this just a recorded argument between two random dudes, or is there something more meaningful taking place? Find out as Nathan takes on the subject in a debate with psychology student Ricky Jesus, AKA "Tyler Saison".

Due to the nature of the discussion surrounding endings and how satisfying they are, the following episode contains spoilers for:

Memento (2001)

Please don't say you weren't warned about this beforehand.

This week, Nathan brings on software developer John Lee to talk about fate and free will, and how our successes and failures play off each other to show as an indication of where our destinies might lie.

To learn more about John Lee and the services he provides as a podcast app developer, you can find out more here: https://custommobile.app/

Born in Sri Lanka, living in France, Rashni Hewawasam was a medical student who decided to pivot her destiny into becoming a certified life coach. But in the middle of switching tracks, COVID arrived on the scene, vaccines came in within a year, and with all this flurry of activity, Rashni began seeking out answers to a situation that felt rather off. Now, her journey has resulted in her talking with a random podcaster from Canada by the name of Nathan Raymond Rae, sharing everything she knows about the medical industry and how our societies are being screwed over by mandatory vaccinations.

For more information on Rashni, you can find it through:

Instagram

The TAO Academy

This week, Nathan brings on RC the Rapper (and Freedom Fighter) to mix speculation, education and philosophical thought in a discussion about the end of the world and the potential loss of our personal autonomy. They might not talk a lot about rap music, but that's OK as long as the spirit of freedom is maintained until the end.

If you want to learn more about RC the Rapper, you can visit him at his website: https://www.rctherapper.com/

Resources Mentioned:

The Summit - The Inbetween

Chris Sky Viral Rant

Julius Ruechel Death Rate Study

Jason Kenney Video on Great Reset

Koch's Postulates

Solomon Asch Conformity Experiments

This week, Nathan brings on his good friend Brittany Ward to talk about their experiences communicating with the Holy Spirit. From enjoying His presence to getting trapped in another country, to discerning the validity of a romantic relationship, to navigating the chaos of living through a pandemic, there are always a few adventures to share when you're hanging on to the words of God.

To find out more about Brittany, you can reach her at:

Her Personal Instagram

Beloved Won Instagram

What do a wedding reception, a pro-lockdown protest, and a heavy metal song all have in common with loving others? That's one of the many important questions we try to answer on this week's episode, as Nathan brings back his friend and roommate Caleb Sereke in order to discuss the sovereign love of God and how we can reflect it in our day-to-day lives.

Resources Mentioned:

Reckless Love

Sovereign Love

Why You Will Marry the Wrong Person - The School of Life

Amazon Unbound by Brad Stone

This week, Nathan brings in his good friend Brendon Leddy to talk about residential school genocide, property vandalism, and how a straight-laced white guy can find common ground with a half-Native stoner.

If you wish to support any of the charities mentioned in the episode, you can do so through these links:

Boys and Girls' Club

The Mustard Seed

Hope Mission

The Bissell Centre

This week, Nathan brings on his friend Nickson Mugumbate to talk about his childhood in Zimbabwe when the economy was crashing and burning, how he maintains focus and discipline in his daily life, his thoughts on cryptocurrency and forex trading, and how becoming a father out-of-wedlock shook his world.

Resources Mentioned:

Transformation Church's sermon series on the Holy Spirit

Cardano

Bitcoin

Ethereum

Screw the indefinite hiatus, we're back! This time, it's not by popular demand, but by the demands of Nathan's friend Philip Nadurak, who apparently needed this episode to exist to prove to the world that his Christian theology is backed up by sound doctrine and that he is absolutely not a heretic (ironically or otherwise). But is he actually operating on rational grounds? Or is he a delusional false teacher who still believes in female pastors and the Open Canon of Scripture?

You're probably going to have to listen to the episode to find out.

Please note that this episode is considered a direct continuation of "Episode 007: 'Heresy'" and "Episode 030: 'Heresy' - Part II". If you have not already listened to those episodes, it is highly recommended that you do so in order to understand what's going on.

Resources Mentioned:

Link to Philip's book "Let Genesis Speak for Itself"

Link to Joe Dallas' refutation of Matthew Vines

This episode is meant to mark the official announcement that Because We're Not the Same is going on indefinite hiatus, with reasons detailed as to why that decision was made.