Heretical Hippies

By Anna & Kari Jo

A couple of old friends talking about our journey out of evangelical Christianity & into the wild.... more

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June 29, 2024 Ep. 15 Afterlife Part 2
In this conversation, Anna and Kari Jo discuss their fascination with the afterlife, the power of imagination, the podcasts and books that have influenced them and how speculating about what happens after death can be a form of therapy. Join us for another fun conversation!
Interview with Diana Pasulka Walsh:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/149-diana-walsh-pasulka-aliens-technology-religion/id1434243584?i=1000503651196
Take Back the Magic: Conversations with the Unseen World
https://a.co/d/00ZY8e7O
The What If Project:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episosde-289-perdita-finn-and-the-guidance-our/id1397047558?i=1000650298843

Disclaimer: Baird T. Spalding (Life & Teaching of the Masters of the Far East) has since been discredited.
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52min
June 15, 2024 Ep. 14 Afterlife Part 1
Kari Jo and Anna discuss former beliefs about the afterlife and enjoy wildly speculating other afterlife possibilities. Join us for this fun conversation!

A podcast mentioned in this episode:
The What If Project: Perdita Finn and the Guidance our ancestors long to give us
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episosde-289-perdita-finn-and-the-guidance-our/id1397047558?i=1000650298843
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54min
June 01, 2024 Ep. 13 Keith Giles: Who is Jesus?
Keith Giles is a former pastor who left the pulpit to follow Jesus and start a house church where no one takes a salary and 100 percent of all offerings are given to help the poor in the community. He has been a published writer since 1989.
He is the author of several books, including: "Jesus Unbound: Liberating the Word of God from the Bible" and "Jesus Untangled: Crucifying Our Politics To Pledge Allegiance To The Lamb."
Keith is the co-host of the Heretic Happy Hour Podcast which has featured interviews with Bart Ehrman, John Fugelsang, Richard Rohr, Brad Jersak, Greg Boyd, and many others.
Keith also teaches several online courses including "Square 1: From Deconstruction to Reconstruction" and other courses based on his many books.
You can follow him online and find out more about his books at www.KeithGiles.com
Use discount code: HERETICALHIPPIES for $50 off Square One course at Quoiracademy.com
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May 18, 2024 Ep. 12 Top 5 Influences
Anna and Kari Jo discuss their top influences in their deconstruction journey. They share books, podcasts and more.

Rachel Held Evans, "Inspired"
https://a.co/d/dhFNsPG

Thomas Jay Oord, "God Can't"
https://a.co/d/aeDhdlk

Naked Pastor, David Hayword
https://www.instagram.com/nakedpastor?igsh=YjNwM3dvbWU3ZXhp
The Bible for Normal People (podcast)
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bible-for-normal-people/id1215420422
The What If Project (podcast)
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-if-project/id1397047558
Bart Ehrman- New Testament Scholar
https://www.bartehrman.com/

Bart Ehrman debates Daniel Wallace-Can we trust the text of the New Testament?
https://youtu.be/WRHjZCKRIu4?si=WBukcmKLH7dGEQVs

Joseph Campbell, "The Power of Myth"
https://youtu.be/pE8ciMkayVM?si=rOnGG9YOZCChJxvv

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58min
May 07, 2024 Ep. 11 Dismantling Doctrine with Clint Heacock (Part 2)
This is a collaborative episode with Dismantling Doctrine (formerly MindShift). Listen to the first part here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mindshift-podcast/id1199559501
Dr. Clint Heacock is an ex-evangelical pastor and Bible college teacher of over 20 years and the host of the formerly MindShift podcast, now Dismantling Doctrine.
In this conversation, Dr. Clint Haycock discusses his journey from being raised in a fundamentalist Christian church to his deconstruction and exploration of different beliefs.

Join us on a Zoom Meeting on May 26 at 2pm Central Time.
Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting
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47min
April 20, 2024 Ep. 10 Community Then vs. Now
SummaryIn this conversation, Anna and Kari Jo discuss their experiences with community as Christians and on the mission field. They reflect on the support and limitations they encountered in their respective communities. They also share what they miss about their previous communities and the challenges of maintaining relationships from their past. They explore the idea of finding new community and the importance of connecting with people in different settings. Finally, they discuss the type of person they want to be in their evolving understanding of community. The conversation explores the importance of creating a diverse community and the benefits it brings. It emphasizes the desire to attract good people who challenge and inspire, and the importance of fostering an environment where people can be themselves and engage in meaningful conversations. The hosts express their hopes and dreams for connection through community and encourage listeners to create and develop their own communities.
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41min
April 06, 2024 Ep. 9: What Makes Us Hippies!
Summary

In this episode, Anna and Kari Jo discuss their definitions of a hippie and share personal stories that align with the hippie lifestyle. They talk about their artistic pursuits, living in community, attending music festivals, practicing meditation and qigong, and their involvement in home births and homeschooling. They also discuss their use of tattoos, crystals, tarot cards, and cannabis. Both Anna and Kari Jo express their belief in the power of love to change the world and their connection with nature and spirituality. Overall, they embrace their hippie identities and the freedom to express themselves authentically. In this conversation, Anna and Kari Jo discuss their experiences and perspectives on psychedelics. They explore the idea of using psychedelics as a form of exploration and rebellion against societal norms. They also discuss the potential for psychedelics to provide profound spiritual experiences and a deep connection with a higher power. The conversation ends with a reflection on the deep connection and soul partnership between Anna and Kari Jo.

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42min
April 06, 2024 Ep. 8: What makes us "Heretics"
Summary

In this conversation, Kari Jo and Anna discuss their heretical beliefs and nonconformist perspectives. They explore topics such as reading forbidden books, embracing science and evolution, questioning the historical accuracy of the Bible, LGBTQIA+ affirmation, rejecting the concept of hell, reinterpreting Jesus' return, prayer and petitionary prayer, and afterlife beliefs. They emphasize the importance of holding new beliefs lightly, embracing curiosity and creativity, and finding beauty in the mystery of life.
Book recommendations:
"Love Wins: A book about Heaven, Hell and the fate of every person who ever lived" by Rob Bell
https://a.co/d/iqwFJId

"Jesus Undefeated: Condemning the false doctrine of eternal torment" by Keith Giles
https://a.co/d/0nYQLwi

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35min
March 24, 2024 Ep. 7: How To Love Others Through Deconstruction
In this episode, Anna and Kari Jo discuss how to love and support someone going through deconstruction. They emphasize the importance of not freaking out and treating the person as if they've turned into aliens. They also highlight the need to listen with empathy, ask genuine questions to understand, and avoid spewing Bible verses or beliefs. They encourage finding common interests and activities to bond over, and being willing to give the person time and space to process. They stress the importance of practicing radical acceptance and allowing the relationship to go beyond shared beliefs.
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27min
March 09, 2024 Ep. 6 How to Love Yourself through Deconstruction
In this episode of Heretical Hippies, Anna and Kari Jo discuss how to love during deconstruction. They provide tips on how to love oneself and others who are going through the process of questioning and reevaluating their faith. The chapters cover various aspects of self-love, including not freaking out, embracing change, being patient, exposing oneself to other points of view, practicing radical acceptance, finding supportive people, taking breaks when needed, and seeking therapy for religious trauma. The conversation emphasizes the importance of compassion, understanding, and support during the deconstruction journey.

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25min

FAQs about Heretical Hippies:

How many episodes does Heretical Hippies have?

The podcast currently has 45 episodes available.