Notes From The Other Side

Join Rick, Andy, and Tiziana as they dive into the very first thorny topic of the 2026 season. Ezra, chapter 10 and the putting away of the foreign wives.

This is a deeply thorny topic that must begin with laying the groundwork for the book of Ezra, it's history, and the political and social climate that surrounded the exiled Israelites as they returned to their homeland.

In this episode we interview Dr. Reverend Vicki Garlock, who holds the Guiness Book of World Records title for most sites of worship visited in one month. This was an amazing story and we are SO excited to share it with you. For more information on Dr. Garlock's journey and her books, visit her website at

https://worldreligions4kids.com/

Join the Notes AND Burros team as we explore themes of faith, inclusivity, and the journey with Sara Wilcox, head pastor at Land Of The Sky United Church of Christ. From political science to ministry, this episode delves into her experiences in various church environments, the importance of community engagement, and the challenges faced by women in ministry. The discussion also touches on the intersection of faith and politics, the role of charity versus justice, and the significance of theological curiosity in modern faith practices. This was a SUPER fun episode and I hope you all enjoy getting to know MY pastor just a little bit better.

In this episode, we finally get Ricks' input on the Mary and Martha study from a few months back. And some exciting new insights into Rick's theory on the author of the final gospel.

A recent impasse in the United States congress, which led to 40 day government shutdown, was rife with accusations, name calling, and the classic 'I know you are but what am I'. In the wake of elected officials acting like a bunch of CHILDREN Rick, Andy, and Tiziana sat down to discuss what exactly was (and is) at stake.

Join us for the second part of this FABULOUS conversation about the Martin Luther and the Protestant reformation with guest host Tom Griffin.

With a major holiday just around the corner, Tiziana and Andy got together in studio to talk about the commemorating events of October 31st with special guest Tom Griffin.

In this episode Tiziana joins special guest Jasie VanGesen for a stroll down memory lane inspired by the most recent failed rapture prediction. Both Tiziana and Jasie grew up steeped in end times theology in the Pacific Northwest, an upbringing that culminated in the experience at a middle school church camp recounted here.

For more on this episode, vist www.patreon.com/nftos

Hey folks - today's bonus content is brought to you by Lizzie Goldsmith. She has recently adapted Addie Zierman's searing memoir "When We Were On Fire" into an incredible 4 part series, dramatically reenacted with 45 voice actors. For more information and to hear the rest of the show, head over to her website:

https://www.whenwewereonfirepodcast.com

To read more about Addie and her work, check out her substack here: https://substack.com/@addiezierman

In this episode Tiziana sits down with her good friend April to discuss an exciting event that April had attended in August of 2025 - a Rainbow gathering! Growing up fundamentalist Christian, this is just the sort of thing that was taboo so if you also have had a curiosity about what exactly goes on at these events than this is the show for you. Follow the links for more information on Rainbow Gatherings and on April.

To order apple chips https://www.aachips.co/order.php

To learn more about April's mission and blog https://www.aachips.co/

To learn more about Rainbow Gatherings https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B4aDtPdF5XA