In this first episode, we jump right into a deep and personal talk about faith and sexuality—two parts of who we are that are often framed as opposing forces in religious spaces. My guest, Jake, and I chat about what it means to fully accept both parts of ourselves as good and even sacred. Jake and I both come from the LDS church. Although the primary focus of this podcast is on interfaith dialogue, I also value intrafaith conversations and the diverse perspectives they bring.

I’m super passionate about how our faith communities deal with sexuality—and how they often brush it aside. It’s usually treated like it’s something we should keep under control or hide. I believe we need to celebrate the fact that we’re both sexual and spiritual beings.

Episode Breakdown

⏳ 00:00 Introduction

⏳ 04:56 How church teachings shaped our views on sexuality

⏳ 09:00 Structured vs. exploratory faith

⏳ 17:55 Reconciling faith and sexuality

⏳ 31:02 Releasing shame and setting personal boundaries

⏳ 44:00 Why faith and sexuality can coexist

⏳ 50:00 Closing thoughts

I’m thrilled to share this conversation with you, and I hope it inspires you to embrace every facet of your being—sexual, spiritual, and everything in between. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments—I’d love to know how you reconcile these aspects in your own life!

For references mentioned in the episode, go to https://sacreduncertainty.substack.com/