In Episode 159, Keith and Justin try out a new format as they talk about the role of authority in conversations and social media. How do we invest authority in objects, texts, and people? How do we often use these authorities to attack others and shield ourselves from criticism? Why do so many people respond to articles and videos without reading/watching them? Is this a result of our inherent nature, or by our evolving relationship with technology? How does our desire to be seen influence the way we conduct ourselves, both in-person and online? How is recognizing authority (both our own and of others) important in building constructive conversations and relationships? Listen to find out what we think! In the beginning, the guys talk about their new format, as well as Keith’s illness, and whether men suffer more from the flu than women. Finally, the guys wrap up the show by giving their final thoughts. As always, be sure to comment, rate, and subscribe to the podcast! Let us know what you think!

In Episode 158, Keith and Justin discuss the role of Heaven and Hell in the daily lives of Christians. How does our view of the afterlife affect the way we live? Are Christians too focused on these concepts of Heaven and Hell? How do our perspectives on these convepts affect the way we interact with others? Should Heaven, Hell, and salvation be the forefront of our theology? Are these concepts healthy to think about, or should they be completely disregarded? Should we totally ignore any conversation about the afterlife, or can we use these concepts to build a better world around us? Listen to find out what we think! In the beginning, Keith talks about his travel nightmares to D.C., while Justin talks about how New Englanders respond to snow as compared to Southerners. Finally, the guys wrap up the show talking about the Vikings/Saints game (and yes, Justin actually brings up football!) and by giving their final thoughts. As always, be sure to comment, rate, and subscribe to the podcast. Let us know what you think! Also, be sure to like us on Facebook so you can see our live-streamed episodes before anyone else!

In Episode 157, Keith and Justin discuss the ways in which Christians portray themselves in film, art, and music, and whether it reflects reality. Do we often sanitize our experience of faith and doubt? How do the narratives that we construct, both socially and religiously, contribute to these portrayals? How do we often perform our faith, and what are the scripts that we are given in our religious institutions that either help or hurt our own personal experiences of faith? Listen to find out what we think! In the beginning, the guys talk about their brief break, and how it's ridiculous that we've been podcasting for 3 years now. Finally, the guys wrap up the show by giving their final thoughts. As always, be sure to comment, rate, and subscribe to the podcast. Let us know what you think!

In Episode 156, Keith and Justin are live in-studio as they discuss their attitudes toward the holidays. Is Christmas, with all of its trappings, still worth celebrating? What is it about the holidays that seem to bring out the worst in people? How is the extension of the holiday season related to the dilution of sacred time? Why does Justin find gift-giving awkward? And what does it mean to truly give a gift, and how does it relate to our faith? Listen to find out what we think! In the beginning, the guys talk about Justin's hectic travels, and how we're keeping ourselves from Star Wars spoilers. Finally, we wrap up the show by giving our final thoughts on the season and our upcoming third anniversary. As always, be sure to comment, rate, and subscribe to the podcast. Let us know what you think, and be sure to tune into our live streams on Facebook to comment and interact with us in real-time!

In Episode 155, Keith and Justin are joined by their good friend JonLuc as they discuss how they've reconstructed their faith after going through intense deconstruction. What does it look like to reconstruct one's own faith? After deconstruction, can we ever trust any faith system or truth statement again? Is there something that we're reconstructing toward, or is it a continual process? How can we keep from becoming cynical and jaded when we're sitting in the pews? Why is community so important during while breaking down one's own faith? Listen to find out what we think! In the beginning, Justin talks about his flight back from Boston and finishing up his semester, and they also tease an upcoming surprise livestream. Finally, in the end, we talk about how Justin is the worst with texting back, and why after nearly 3 years, failing forward is what we do best. As always, be sure to comment, rate, and subscribe to the podcast. Let us know what you think!

In Episode 154, Keith, Justin, and Wesley discuss the future of Christianity, and whether it rests with conservatives or progressives? Should Christianity try to preserve its traditions and doctrines in the tides of cultural change? Should the Church learn to adapt and evolve to meet the needs of the surrounding culture? Is the answer somewhere in between, or neither of these at all? How do we see modern church movements utilizing these categories in order to survive? Are Christians today too mean, too cowardly, both, or neither? Why is it problematic to paint Christianity (or any religion, for that matter) with these broad brushstrokes? Listen to find out what we think! In the beginning, Keith and Justin prepare themselves for the new Star Wars film, The Last Jedi, and how they are trying to avoid spoilers. Finally, the guys wrap up the show by giving their final thoughts. As always, be sure to comment, rate, and subscribe to the podcast. Let us know what you think!

In Episode 153, Keith and Justin discuss what it's like to live in tension within your faith. Why does faith, no matter what it is, always necessitate unresolved tension? Is tension a bad thing? Do we use faith as an escape, or as a way to dig deeper into the world? Why do we so often crave certainty? How is fundamentalist faith like an addiction? Does anyone have all the answers, or are we all grasping in the dark? What do we do when God seems silent? Why is it important to admit doubt? And how do our concepts of sacred space, time, and Sabbath fit into the picture? We live-streamed this entire episode, so be sure to check that out on Facebook Live! In the beginning, the guys talk about Justin's stressful week and how he's trying to not panic as he prepares to write final papers and apply to Ph.D. programs. Finally, in the end, we give our final thoughts, and Keith talks about his passion for preaching and theology, even if he's not in formal ministry anymore. As always, be sure to comment, rate, and subscribe to the podcast. Let us know what you think!

In Episode 152, Keith, Justin, and Wesley are joined once again by their good friend Cory Lanza as they review and analyze Martin Scorsese's film about Christian persecution, "Silence." The guys discuss religious persecution and what it looks like in the past and present. They also talk about renouncing your faith and whether that's a cowardly act or a great act of love when faced with your own (or others') death. Also, they break down the film and consider why it can be considered a work of art, especially compared to other "Christian" films. They also consider how Christians have responded to the film (both positively and negatively) as they discuss the role of unresolved tension within faith and storytelling. This is the first podcast that we live streamed to Facebook, so be sure to check it out! In the beginning, the guys talk about live streaming the podcast and how no podcaster/radio personality/voice actor ever looks like what you think. Finally, the guys wrap up the show by talking about sports, books, and failing forward. As always, be sure to comment, rate, and subscribe to the podcast! Let us know what you think!

In Episode 151, Keith, Justin, and Wesley sit down to discuss whether Christian persecution exists in the Western world. What is the history of Christian persecution, from the Roman Empire to today? What does it mean to be "persecuted" for your faith? What causes someone to risk their life for their belief? Is suffering for your faith really a good thing, or can it be a dangerous, if sincere, delusion? Can someone really tell if they are called by God to go into dangerous territory? Do all Christians have to go out into dangerous mission fields to prove our faith? Is dying for your faith really all it's cracked up to be? Listen to find out! In the beginning, the guys discuss Justin's weekend at AAR, his weekend sickness, and he and Keith disagree on the direction and quality of the newest seasons of the Walking Dead. Finally, in the end, the guys open up about their changing views on LGBTQA+ issues and honestly discuss their feelings about their shifting perspectives. As always, be sure to comment, rate, and subscribe to the podcast. Let us know what you think!

In Episode 150, Keith, Justin, and Wesley discuss the recent evangelical responses to the Roy Moore scandal in Alabama. How has religion been used to justify evil behavior? How can Christians stand by men who abuse and harass women? Why has evangelicalism gotten itself so intrinsically tied up with conservative politics, and is there any hope for the label of "evangelical" anymore? Does the evangelical church's view of women contribute and perpetuate complicity in these acts? How are other Christians resisting complicity in sexual harassment? Listen to find out what we think! In the beginning, the guys celebrate Justin's birthday, Keith's anniversary, and talk about social media as a future historical source. Finally, the guys wrap up the show by giving their final thoughts. As always, be sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to the podcast. Let us know what you think!