On our "welcome to Lent" episode, we wonder whether asking anyone to give something up for Lent is redundant given the last couple of years. Also, Shannon learns what a pączki is, and we discuss the ongoing situation in Ukraine.

On this episode, fittingly recorded on 2-22-22, Ogun, Shannon and Bryan reflect back on favorite Winter Olympic events, the influence of religion, the power of hope, bad campaign slogans, plus a few rabbit trails, including a dead rabbit. Tune in! It's our Super Twosday episode.

Layton joins the show and we discuss the validity of Valentine’s Day, Super Bowl highlights, religious litmus tests, and whether there is a contrast or deep connection between the cross and the lynching tree.

It is Black History Month, and we discuss evangelicalism and abolition, equality, white Jesus, and how the Nazis used US slavery and segregation practices as their model for how to separate people.

Would you take spiritual instruction from a robo pastor? Do we spend too much time online? Is it time to scrap online services? Bryan, Shannon and Ogun discuss all of the above in this latest episode of Pub Theology Live!

What does the reality of things like earthquakes and pandemics say about God? This week Bryan, Ogun and Shannon discuss the problem of evil, the role of citizenship in discipleship, and the passing of Thich Nhat Hanh. Also, Wordle!

Ogun is back, and rejoins Shannon and Bryan to reflect on the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr, including some lesser known tidbits. We discuss the courage it took for him to stand for his convictions and ultimately what it cost him. How far are you willing to go for what you believe in?

Bob Saget encouraged us to choose to be happy. Sidney Poitier inspired us to become better. Amy Piatt joins Bryan and Shannon for a fantastic conversation as we reflect on these two and their words, as well as what meaning can be found in the baptism of Jesus. Tune in! It’s Episode 215 of PTLive!

What is the most meaningful part of Christmas for you? Bryan, Ogun and Shannon share their thoughts, make merry, and explore what it means for God to be born in us. Enjoy our Christmas week episode!

When lost, are you an “ask for directions” or “just keep going” kind of person? Is the type of middle class life portrayed on the Simpsons still possible today? And what kind of Christmas present would Jesus ask Santa for? Derrick Weston joins Bryan and Shannon to discuss!