This week on It’s Ben a Week, we’re diving into a raw, unfiltered conversation about religion, faith, and the Bible with my longtime friend, Lee Hanssen, a pastor and man of faith.

We get into:

• My personal (and chaotic) experience at Catholic school—including why I was kindly asked to leave
• The questions about faith and the Bible that have always confused me
• The complicated relationship between religion and the LGBTQ+ community
• Lee’s perspective on misinterpretations of the Bible and how it’s been used to judge others
• The idea of faith vs. fact—and whether Christianity is evolving

This is an open and honest conversation—not a debate, not a sermon—just real talk. Whether you’re religious, questioning, or just here for the wild Catholic school stories, this episode is for you.

Book Mentioned: UnClobber by Colby Martin
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