ReChoice

"You have ALS" - Dave was shocked and adjusted upon hearing this diagnosis, but the events earlier in the decade served as his true "reboot".  After 35+ years as an evangelical minister, he deconstructed and became an atheist.  This wasn't the easy path, yet he learned there were others like him through "The Clergy Project", an organization who help other religious leaders who no longer believe in the supernatural, many of whom are harboring that secret.

He's choosing to "Die Out Loud" and "Carpe The F***'in' Diem."  You'll hear a generous man making the most of the time he has left.

Thank you to listeners Jim Dells and Matt MacKellar for your questions, Carter Warden of Johnson City TN for your song, and Danny Pellerito for our show's theme music.

SHOW LINKS
DaveOutLoud Website with Dave's social media
Dave on "The Atheist Experience" March 14, 2021
The Clergy Project
Everyone's Agnostic Podcast (as mentioned by Dave during show)
"Let's Live Like Dave Does" by Songwriter Carter Warden

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Malik Baker is back on a surprise birthday podcast.  He reflects on the last 12 months and we celebrate the last 50 years.

SHOW LINKS
Malik's first interview on the podcast
Malik on TikTok:  @maedogg_99

TIKTOKS WE'VE DONE TOGETHER
Animal House
Domeeno's
Family Feud
Fifth/Third Ball Park
Friends
Get on up
Gummy Bears
Remember the Titans
Shocker
Stuck on a Feeling
Who's on First?

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LGBTQ+ AND THE CLASSROOM:  Gerry Crane and his partner Randy exchanged vows during a private commitment ceremony. By the next week, word spread that he had married a man. The gifted and once-treasured high school music teacher was  suddenly disparaged and pressured to resign by powerful community members with tragic consequences. 

25 years later, Christine uses her skills as an attorney and writer to publish a moving book that recounts the story.  We discuss Gerry's leadership qualities and legacy.  What are the  implications for our school systems and how can we better empower LGBTQ+ students, parents, and educators?

Special thanks to Christine and others who contributed their voices to this episode:  Jayson Luce, Luke Rosenberg, Michele Siderman, Ken Rausch  (read by Jim Dells), and Jay Kaplan.

Order the book:  PRIVATE LOVE PUBLIC SCHOOL - GAY TEACHER UNDER FIRE
Contact Christine Yared
Article:  Examples of Straight Privilege

 

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Not your average Mom, when her son's first year began with about 200 days in the hospital, Christiana reminded herself "I can do this".  Leading one of the largest high schools in CA was also a test, especially this year.   Her grit comes from her upbringing and Christiana points to the impact of her Coach Patty Gasso, the famous current Softball Coach at the University of Oklahoma.  

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This starts with hilarity and then gets emotional -- Mark worked the largest fire in California History during a pandemic.  Just before COVID, he was shipped to Australia during their hottest day on record to help fight dry fires of epic proportions.  Weeks of pressure culminates into breaking down in front of hundreds of middle schoolers -- What happened?  I'm proud of my Brother and you don't want to miss this.

"Shipped off somewhere... and dropped in the middle... and I am suddenly the weather expert for that piece of ground I've never been to...  and if I'm wrong, they might be put in harm's way."

The Simpsons Birthday Clip
Mark's first episode: RELOCATE

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Adopted as a baby, Jamie openly shares  the questions she has carried since her teenage years.  She also reminds us: we see the world as WE are.  This is a reflective episode, indeed!

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PART 2:  Jim and I finish describing how we both have chosen out of Christianity and come to terms with how others interact with us (or don't).  I share three questions we can all ask during an uncivil time that can help us feel more gratitude, whatever your spiritual beliefs may be.

Across parts 1 and 2, you'll hear excerpts from Marietta Carmody, Tara Cleveland, Charles Haney, Matt Mackellar, Sara Spearing, Bob Stone, Kristyn VanderZouwen, Kathryn and Kirt VanOveren, and Andrea Venza.  Thank you for your participation!

Did you miss Part One?  CLICK HERE

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Jim became a Cryptologist with the U.S. Navy and today serves as a Human Resource Officer.  It was quite the road to get there.  After getting to know Jim, we'll tackle something that may not be popular:  Choosing out of Christianity.  

You'll also hear excerpts from Marietta Carmody, Tara Cleveland, Charles Haney, Matt Mackellar, Sara Spearing, Bob Stone, Kristyn VanderZouwen, Kathryn and Kirt VanOveren, and Andrea Venza.

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Kip and his brother Kirk have been living the word "Reboot" for many years now.  The courage in "Old Patty", the forgiveness of Dad, the impact of coaches, and the focus on the Ward family future despite a house fire.  This story will inspire you to brush yourself off and put your best foot forward this year.

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In this episode, we hear from YOU.  After today, hindsight really is 2020.  We're excited to announce some changes for Season 2... and a challenge for 2021.

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21 Tips for a Positive 21 by Jon Gordon

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