Creation's Paths

This Pride Month, under the luminous Flower Moon, we return to the roots of pride: protest and celebration, transformation and truth. In this episode, Charlie and Brian explore the sacred practice of making moon water—whether as mystic act or mindful focus—while invoking queer ancestors, allies, and revolutionaries whose courage calls us to stand together. More than ritual, this is a call to heal, to unite, and to hold fast against those who would divide us. What will you dedicate, and whom will you remember, beneath the rising moon?

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Full Moon and Pride Month

00:52 Meet Charlie and Brian

01:24 The Importance of Pride and Rituals

02:44 Opening Prayer and Moon Water Practice

04:25 Creating and Using Moon Water

08:25 Historical Figures and Their Impact on Pride

16:36 Solidarity and the Fight for Rights

20:12 Conclusion and Call to Action

On the Feast of St. Columba, we journey into the tangled roots of Irish and Scottish spirituality, discovering a God who is not merely a distant craftsman, but the “First Seeder”—one who sows potential, not dictates form. St. Columba’s life was fierce and fiery: dragon-slayer, monastery founder, exile, and mystic. But his most lasting gift may be a single word—an image of the Divine as the sower of all being, inviting us to grow wild, resilient, and free. In a world obsessed with control, what might it mean to see ourselves as seeds—planted, growing, and transforming creation from within?

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to St. Colomba's Feast Day

00:52 Meet Your Hosts: Charlie and Brian

01:32 St. Colomba: The Radical Reformer

02:30 St. Colomba's Mystical Encounters

03:25 Language and Theology: St. Colomba's Unique Terms

04:07 The Concept of God as the First Seeder

09:14 The Broader Context of St. Colomba's Time

09:57 The Complexity of Early Christian Traditions

17:17 St. Colomba's Influence Across Regions

20:03 Conclusion and Prayer to St. Colomba

"The gift that’s given is the gift of liberation—the spirit no longer dwells in temples made by human hands, but in the very bodies and souls."

In the story of Pentecost, fire descends not just on the apostles—but on all people. What if this miracle wasn’t about spectacle, but the Spirit breaking out of old boundaries and setting every soul ablaze? This episode dives into the second founding of Christianity: the democratization of Spirit, the universal invitation to freedom, and the radical presence of God in every body and voice. Join us as we reflect on mystical experience, the gift of prophecy, and the liberation at the heart of Pentecost. The fire still burns—will we let it speak through us?

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Miracle of Pentecost

00:57 Meet the Hosts: Charlie and Brian

01:40 The Significance of Mary in Christian History

02:31 The Second Pentecost: A New Moses Experience

03:34 The Book of Acts: Establishing the Early Church

05:54 The Universality of the Christian Message

07:19 Modern Celebrations and Calendar Debates

09:24 The Holy Spirit and Glossolalia

17:34 The True Meaning of Prophecy

20:49 Conclusion and Personal Reflections

Do you know the true meaning behind each color in the Pride flag?

Happy Pride Month! In this episode, Charlie and Brian reveal the hidden spiritual meaning behind every color of the original Pride flag, exploring the principles of life, healing, sunlight, nature, magic, serenity, and unbreakable spirit. Together, they trace the journey from the flag’s creation to its evolution—and invite you to live these rainbow principles, whether you’re queer, ally, or accomplice.

This conversation is both a call and a blessing: to celebrate your place in the world, to honor the pain and beauty in queer resilience, and to carry the sacred fire of spirit through every storm. What do the colors mean to you?

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Pride Month

00:26 The Spirituality of the Pride Flag

01:16 Meet the Hosts

02:14 History of the Pride Flag

03:51 The Meaning Behind the Colors

07:16 The Red Stripe: Symbolizing Life

08:47 The Orange Stripe: Healing

11:17 The Yellow Stripe: Sunlight

13:56 The Green Stripe: Nature

16:32 The Turquoise Stripe: Magic and Art

18:04 The Indigo Stripe: Serenity and Peace

18:59 The Violet Stripe: Spirit

22:56 Living the Principles of the Pride Flag

23:46 Conclusion and Call to Action

24:09 Prayer to Saint Tekla

Letting that wildness back in, letting Spirit move—this is the revival of Christopaganism.

Christopaganism is not a monolith, but a living, branching path—rooted in earth, alive with wildness, and open to all who seek the Divine beyond rigid walls. In this episode, we explore the three branches of Christopaganism: the hidden mystics within churches, the border-walkers who blend tradition and transformation, and the wild practitioners forging new ways entirely. What unites them is a shared reverence for nature, spiritual wildness, and resistance to the imperial instinct. You’re invited to reflect on where you find yourself among these branches—and why these wild roots matter for the future of faith.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Christopaganism

00:51 Meet the Hosts

01:48 Defining Christopaganism

03:46 The Concept of Wildness in Paganism

08:07 The Three Branches of Christopaganism

08:15 The Hidden Ones

10:37 The Independent Churches

12:11 The Open Practitioners

13:18 Inclusivity and Gatekeeping

17:02 Power Dynamics in Religious Institutions

18:41 Conclusion and Reflection

Who has the authority to decide who’s a Christian? The answer might surprise you.

Who gets to say who is—or isn’t—a Christian? In a time of rising gatekeeping and division, we dig deep into the history, politics, and mysticism behind the question that won’t go away. From early church schisms to the Imperial Church’s power plays, from accidental Christians to the words of Jesus himself—this episode asks if anyone truly has the authority to decide who belongs.

You’re invited to wrestle with humility, authority, and what it means to follow the way of Christ beyond creeds and clubs. Join us as we seek a faith rooted in compassion, mystery, and open doors—not locked gates.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction: Who is a Christian?

00:51 Meet the Hosts: Charlie and Brian

01:12 The Core Question: Who Decides Who is a Christian?

05:24 Historical Context: Schisms and Heresy

06:40 The Doctrine of the Accidental Christian

14:13 The Problem with Creeds and Lineage

22:16 Apostolic Authority and Early Church Practices

29:04 The Oak Church and Christopaganism

29:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Are you tending the hidden compost where your soul’s true beauty grows?

What if our memories—both joys and wounds—are the compost from which creativity grows? In this episode, Charlie and Brian dig deep into the Via Creativa, exploring how the dark, hidden parts of our experience become the fertile ground for new life and art. You’ll discover why tending your inner soil matters, how forgotten memories shape who we are, and how even our messiness can give rise to transformation. The invitation: Honor your sacred compost, and let nothing in your life be wasted.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Memory as a Compost Heap

01:27 Meet the Hosts: Charlie and Brian

01:36 Celebrating the First Quarter Moon

02:31 Invocation and the Via Creativa

02:57 Understanding the Via Creativa

04:52 The Role of Memory in Creativity

08:49 Practical Tips for Tending Your Inner Compost

11:17 The Collective Good vs. Individualism

12:37 The Impact of Childhood Memories

18:21 Embracing the Messiness of Life

21:26 The Depth of the Via Creativa

24:41 Closing Blessing and Final Thoughts

What if the Ascension is about more than floating into the sky?

The story of Christ’s Ascension is often clouded—by misunderstanding, literalism, and lost context. In this episode, we return to the roots: diving into the mystical tradition that shaped the earliest followers and rediscovering what the Ascension meant in a world where chariots carried prophets through the heavens and names revealed the divine. What if this tale is less about defying gravity and more about taking our rightful place in the cosmos? Join us as we untangle myth from meaning and find a living truth that calls us to rise—here and now.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Ascension

00:58 Meet the Hosts: Charlie and Brian

01:08 Understanding the Ascension

02:07 Historical and Mystical Context

04:46 Mystical Experiences and Jesus

09:15 Literal vs. Symbolic Interpretations

13:53 The Role of Stories in Faith

19:04 The Early Church and the Ascension

20:36 Conclusion and Reflections

20:55 Closing Prayer

What if the most famous prayer in Christianity hides a deeper secret?

Most people miss the real tension and spiritual drama at the heart of Mary’s visitation to Elizabeth. In this episode, we unravel the subversive currents beneath the Magnificat, the rivalry of prophets, and the tangled quest for spiritual legitimacy. What if this story is less about perfection and more about wrestling with tradition, power, and the presence of the Spirit in unexpected places? Join us as we trace the hidden threads from ancient myth to mystical prayer, inviting you to feel for the animating force within your own life.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Visitation of Mary

00:42 Meet the Hosts: Charlie and Brian

00:51 Misunderstandings and Context of the Visitation

01:53 The Magnificat and Its Significance

02:32 John the Baptist's Role and Historical Context

04:17 Propaganda and Patriarchal Imagery

05:17 Theological Implications and Interpretations

10:00 Reincarnation and Elijah's Prophecy

12:32 Christianity's Struggle for Legitimacy

20:36 Personal Reflections and Faith

23:14 Conclusion and Final Prayer

We are the dirt of the earth given breath, given life

What is Christopaganism? It’s a living, breathing faith—an embodied spirituality that refuses to be defined by what it opposes, but rather by the rootedness of practice, the dignity of bodies, and the sacredness of the earth. In this episode, we explore why Christopaganism must remain supple, not rigid—more like a living tree than a stone wall—so it can hold difference, absorb wisdom, and avoid the traps of new fundamentalism. We’ll journey through history, myth, and experience, asking what it means to belong in a village of Christ, to honor the diversity of paths, and to ground our faith in lived relationship with the earth, one another, and the divine. Whether you’re a lifelong seeker or newly curious, this conversation is an invitation to find your place at the table, and to remember: real faith is always embodied.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Recap

01:03 Defining Christopaganism

03:13 Personal Journeys and Experiences

07:24 Historical Context and Syncretism

09:02 Embodied Faith and Practice

16:50 Modern Implications and Future Discussions

27:01 Conclusion and Prayer