Pure to Pieces

Emily, author of #Churchtoo, talks to Morgan about the difference between sexual assault in the culture at large vs. assault that happens in church contexts. She talks about epistemological pathways in our brains and how we learn and can change. #churchtoo #purityculture #puretopieces

Tina talks to Morgan about being a sex therapist and sex educator. She explains how U.S. culture has evolved politically in relation to the Christian church. Her book, "Sex, God, and the Conservative Church," explains the integration of spirituality and sexuality. Her new book is called "Shameless Parenting: Everything You Need to Raise Shame-free, Confident Kids & Heal Your Shame Too." Link for book: https://www.tinaschermersellers.com/ Link for classes for professionals: nwioi.com

Tiffany talks with Morgan about growing up in California and how her perspective on mental health and body image has changed over time. Tiffany describes modeling and how it gave her a more positive outlook on her body. She recounts the story of when she drew her first sketch and how she combines perfection with spontanaeity. See Tiffany's work @tiffanycole or tiffanycoleart.com.

Dani talks about growing up in Calvary Chapel, communion in the form of wine on the beach, her new fiction story "Doomsday," and how singing can change and lift our mood. Find her book at: https://www.hobartpulp.com/web_features/doomsday

Katherine and Morgan talk about the Christian school they went to from elementary through highschool together. Katherine describes the lack of identity she felt when she was so immersed in church and how meeting people different from her has helped her see new perspectives. Connect with Katherine @katherine_tmanning.

ARTIST TALK! Abi talks to me all the way from England about how she is the real life Flea Bag. She explains living in and using an ex-brothel for an art exhibition, having a moment with Jesus even though she's Jewish, and how foster care influences her art to this day. Look up Abi's work at abijoysamuelart.com!

Shannon TL Kearns is a transgender ordained priest, playwright, theologian, artistic director, and co-host of the podcast Queer Theology. Shannon talks about looking at Christianity through a queer lens and why he has stayed with the faith for so long. Learn more about his podcast, "Queer Theology" at https://www.queertheology.com/

If you've ever wanted to hear about lesbian writers and being in a cult in the same conversation, this episode is for you!

Anthony helps me dissect church teachings on masturbation, pornography, patriarchy, and teaches me about afantasia.

Matthias is a psychotherapist who talks about sexual ethics and the paradoxes we believe while moving through the world in color and not just black and white. His book, "Beyond Shame," is available now as well as his podcast, "Queerology," and masterclass with Linda Kay Klein on his website: https://matthiasroberts.com/