Laurien chats with Mike Skinner about what it's *really* like to be a pastor. Mike shares some personal stories and talks about the joys and challenges of pastoring.

Laurien talks about common questions people have about the Bible and how to study it better. She offers practical information and useful tips on translations, resources, and other helpful tricks of the trade.

Laurien talks with Dr. Cynthia Shafer Elliott about her experiences as an archaeologist and Bible scholar. Cynthia offers wonderful illustrations, personal stories, and helpful information for anyone interested in the vast world of archaeology.

Laurien talks with Aaron Niequist about the practice of lament and why it is important. Aaron is an author, liturgist, and songwriter. At the end of this episode there is a liturgy of lament set to music that can help you participate in this practice.

Laurien talks with New Testament scholar, Joshua Jipp, about portrayals of the Messiah in the book of Revelation.

Laurien talks with scholar, writer, and professor Dr. Leslie Baynes about the text of Revelation. Dr. Baynes provides awesome insight into this interesting text.

Laurien talks with her oldest friend, Stephen Hanna, about things they wish they would have known earlier about the Bible, Christianity, and theology.

Laurien talks with her seminary friend, Bethany Williams, about the beauty of community and the importance of friendship.

Laurien and Rev. Dr. Rachel Poysky talk about the book "Telling The Truth: The Gospel as Tragedy, Comedy, and Fairy Tale".

Laurien talks with former guest, Sarah Gividen, about how changes, deconstruction, and re-thinking aspects of our theology calls for a lot of grace, patience, and willingness to listen.