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Guest Info/Bio:

This week I welcome a long overdue guest, Trey Pearson! Trey is best known as the lead singer of the popular band Everyday Sunday and current solo artist. We talk about Trey’s experience with coming out publicly in 2016, the pressure of being known as a “Christian” artist, the church’s treatment of the LGBTQ+ community, and much more. 

Guest Links:

www.treypearson.com 

Twitter: @treypearson 

Facebook: @treypearson

Instagram: @treypearson 

Special guest music on this episode provide by: Trey Pearson 

Enjoy the music?

Songs heard on this episode were the singles, “Love is Love, The Good Grief, & Hey Jesus” from the album, Love Is Love and the new single, “Don’t Dance 2.1” 

You can find Trey’s music on iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere good music is found!

This episode of the Deconstructionists Podcast was edited by John Williamson and mixed and produced by Nicholas Rowe at National Audio Preservation Society: A full service recording studio and creative habitat, located in Heath, Ohio. Find them on Facebook and Twitter or visit their website for more information: www.nationalaudiopreservationsociety.weebly.com 

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Guest Info/Bio: This week I welcome Ryan David Green & Cameron Hood of the band Ryanhood. Named 'Best Group/Duo' in 2014 International Acoustic Music Awards, acoustic duo Ryanhood began as street-performers at Boston's Quincy Market. It was there that they were spotted by a college booking agent and thrust into the college touring scene, where Campus Activities Magazine would name them "one of the most requested acts by college buyers all across the country." They've since gone on to perform more than a thousand shows in 45 U.S. states over the past decade, and have shared stages with Jason Mraz, Matt Nathanson, Train, and many more.

Guest Links:

www.ryanhood.com

YouTube: https://youtube.com/user/RyanhoodVideos

Twitter: @ryanhood

Instagram: @RyanhoodMusic

Facebook: @RyanhoodMusic

Enjoy the songs on this episode? Songs featured were: "Under the Leaves, Wide Awake in a Dream, and The Fight" from the album, Under the Leaves & "I Didn't Put Anything Into Your Place" from the album, After Night Came Sun.

You can find Ryanhood's must on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere good music is sold!

This episode was mixed and produced by Nicolas Rowe and edited by John Williamson.

Keep up with all the latest at www.thedeconstructionists.com Go there to read our blog, connect with us on social media, stream episodes, or join our Patreon family.

Website design by Ryan Battles

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Guest Info/Bio: 

This week I welcome the incredible Brenda Marie Davis. Brenda is a YouTuber, Podcaster, Author, and Speaker who uses her platform to talk to young people about sex and religion. Her platform God is Grey, has become an interactive space for people of all ages, orientations, & beliefs to engage, seek guidance, & heal. 

Guest (Select) Published Works: 

On Her Knees: A Memoir

Guest Website/Social Media:

www.godisgrey.com 

Twitter: @GodisGreyxo 

Instagram: @onherknees & @godisgrey 

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/GodisGrey 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-is-grey/id1437717099 

Special guest music on this episode provided by: 

Micah Bentley 

www.micahbentley.com 

Twitter: @micah_bentley

YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCg6Jze7bMdJ5MrP5ACeRuHw 

Instagram: @micahbentley 

Enjoy the songs? Songs featured on this episode were: “No Rivalry, Scarcity, Suits & Rags, & Wineskins.” 

Micah’s music is available on iTunes, Apple Music, Amazon, YouTube, Spotify, and anywhere good music is found. 

Stay on top of all the latest at www.thedeconstructionists.com 

Go there to read our blog, grab a tee shirt, snag a pint glass or mug, follow us on social media, or join our Patreon family.

The Deconstructionists Podcast is edited by John Williamson. This episode was mixed and produced by Nicholas Rowe at National Audio Preservation Society: A full service recording studio and creative habitat. located in Heath, Ohio. Find them on facebook and Twitter or go to their website for more information. www.nationalaudiopreservationsociety.weebly.com 

www.facebook.com/nationalaudiopreservationsociety

Twitter: @napsrecording 

Website by Ryan Battles

All Photos by Jared Hevron

Logos designed by Joseph Ernst & Stephen Pfluig

T-Shirt designs by Joseph Ernst, Chad Flannigan, Colin Rigsby, and Jason Turner

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About From the Void: The Universe is filled with all kinds of mysteries. Come join me each week as I bring you a new guest to get to the bottom of all sorts of strange and unusual stories from UFOs to Unsolved True Crime and everything in between. What is true and what is legend?

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Guest Info/Bio:

This week we welcome Kat Harris! Kat and I talk all about Purity Culture and it’s impact as well as the church’s views on sex in general. 

Kat is a podcaster, online educator, speaker, author, photographer, Beyonce lover, and Ranch dressing aficionado. Her vision is to equip and empower women with practical tools to walk in their worth and navigate their lives grounded in freedom, vision, and wholeness. 

Guest (Select) Publications:

Sexless in the City: A Sometimes Sassy, Sometimes Painful, Always Honest Look at Dating, Desire, and Sex. 

Guest Links:

www.therefinedwoman.com 

Instagram: @therefindedwoman

Special guest music on this episode provide by: Ellie Holcomb

Musical Guest/Music Links:

www.ellieholcomb.com 

Twitter: @ellieholcomb 

Instagram: @ellieholcomb 

Facebook: @ellieholcombmusic 

Enjoy the music?

Songs heard on this episode were the songs, “You are Loved” & “Wonderfully Made” from the album, Red Sea Road and the brand new singles, “I Don’t Want To Miss It” & “Canyon” 

You can find Ellie’s music on iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere good music is found!

This episode of the Deconstructionists Podcast was edited by John Williamson and mixed and produced by Nicholas Rowe at National Audio Preservation Society: A full service recording studio and creative habitat, located in Heath, Ohio. Find them on Facebook and Twitter or visit their website for more information: www.nationalaudiopreservationsociety.weebly.com ( http://www.nationalaudiopreservationsociety.weebly.com )

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Guest Info/Bio:

This week we welcome back the Rev. Dr. Brad Jersak AND Wm. Paul Young for part 2 of our conversation. 

Brad holds a PhD in Theology and Religious Studies from Bangor University (Wales) and is an author and teacher based in Abbotsford, BC. He serves as a reader and monastery preacher at All Saints of North America Orthodox Monastery.

Wm. Paul Young is the best-selling author of the book The Shack, Cross Roads, and Eve, and the non-fiction book Lies We Believe About God.

Guest (Select) Publications:

Bradley Jersak: A More Christlike God: A More Beautiful Gospel; Her Gates Will Never Be Shut: Hell, Hope, and the New Jerusalem; A More Christlike Way: A More Beautiful Faith; IN: Incarnation & Inclusion, Abba & Lamb; and The Pastor: A Crisis

Paul Young: The Shack; Cross Roads; Eve: A Novel; and The Pastor: A Crisis

Guest Links:

Brad Jersak:

www.bradjersak.com ( http://www.bradjersak.com )

Twitter: @bradjersak

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/BradJersak/

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/BradJersakauthor

Paul Young:

www.wmpaulyoung.com ( http://www.wmpaulyoung.com )

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/TheShackOfficial

Instagram: @wmpaulyoung

Special guest music on this episode provide by: Morningsiders

Musical Guest/Music Links:

www.morningsidersmusic.com ( http://www.morningsidersmusic.com )

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/Morningsiders

Instagram: @morningsiders

Enjoy the music?

Songs heard on this episode were the singles, “Be Good”, “How Good It Is”, and “Empress”

You can find Morningsiders music on iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere good music is found!

This episode of the Deconstructionists Podcast was edited by John Williamson and mixed and produced by Nicholas Rowe at National Audio Preservation Society: A full service recording studio and creative habitat, located in Heath, Ohio. Find them on Facebook and Twitter or visit their website for more information: www.nationalaudiopreservationsociety.weebly.com ( http://www.nationalaudiopreservationsociety.weebly.com )

Stay on top of all of the latest at www.thedeconstructionists.com ( http://www.thedeconstructionists.com ) Go there to check out our blog, snag a t-shirt, or follow us on social media

Join our Patreon family here: www.patreon.com/deconstructionists ( http://www.patreon.com/deconstructionists )

Website by Ryan Battles

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Guest Info/Bio:

This week I not one, but two guests! This week we welcome the Rev. Dr. Brad Jersak AND Wm. Paul Young! 

Brad holds a PhD in Theology and Religious Studies from Bangor University (Wales) and is an author and teacher based in Abbotsford, BC. He serves as a reader and monastery preacher at All Saints of North America Orthodox Monastery. 

Wm. Paul Young is the best-selling author of the book The Shack, Cross Roads, and Eve, and the non-fiction book Lies We Believe About God. 

Guest (Select) Publications: 

Bradley Jersak: A More Christlike God: A More Beautiful Gospel; Her Gates Will Never Be Shut: Hell, Hope, and the New Jerusalem; A More Christlike Way: A More Beautiful Faith; IN: Incarnation & Inclusion, Abba & Lamb; and The Pastor: A Crisis 

Paul Young: The Shack; Cross Roads; Eve: A Novel; and The Pastor: A Crisis 

Guest Links:

Brad Jersak: 

www.bradjersak.com 

Twitter: @bradjersak

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/BradJersak/ 

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/BradJersakauthor

Paul Young: 

www.wmpaulyoung.com 

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/TheShackOfficial

Instagram: @wmpaulyoung 

Special guest music on this episode provide by: Morningsiders 

Musical Guest/Music Links:

www.morningsidersmusic.com 

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/Morningsiders 

Instagram: @morningsiders 

Enjoy the music?

Songs heard on this episode were the singles, “Honey Hold Me” and “How Good It Is” and “How We Are” from the album Pollen. 

You can find Morningsiders music on iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere good music is found!

This episode of the Deconstructionists Podcast was edited by John Williamson and mixed and produced by Nicholas Rowe at National Audio Preservation Society: A full service recording studio and creative habitat, located in Heath, Ohio. Find them on Facebook and Twitter or visit their website for more information: www.nationalaudiopreservationsociety.weebly.com 

Stay on top of all of the latest at www.thedeconstructionists.com Go there to check out our blog, snag a t-shirt, or follow us on social media

Join our Patreon family here: www.patreon.com/deconstructionists 

Website by Ryan Battles

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T-shirt designs by Joseph Ernst, Chad Flannigan, Colin Rigsby, and Jason Turner. 

Guest Info/Bio:

This week I welcome the Rev. Dr. Miguel A. De La Torre! He is a professor, author, scholar, and activist who is currently Professor of Social Ethics and Latinx Studies at the Iliff School of Theology in Denver, Colorado. He has served as the elected 2012 President of the Society of Christian Ethics and served as the Executive Officer for the Society of Race, Ethnicity and Religion (2012-2017). In 2020 the American Academy of Religion bestowed upon him the Excellence in Teaching Award. Dr. De La Torre is a recognized international Fullbright Scholar who has taught courses all over the world. 

Guest (Select) Publications: 

Reading the Bible from the Margins; Trails of Hope and Terror: Testimonies on Immigration; Liberation Theologies for Arm Chair Theologians; The Politics of Jesus: Toward a Hispanic Political Theology; The Immigration Crisis: Toward an Ethics of Place; Burying White Privilege: Resurrecting A Badass Christianity; and Decolonizing Christianity: Becoming Badass Believers. 

Guest Links:

www.drmigueldelatorre.com 

Twitter: @DrDeLaTorre 

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/miguel.delatorre.1238

Special guest music on this episode provide by: Sam Burchfield 

Musical Guest/Music Links:

www.samburchfield.com 

Twitter:@samburchfield 

Facebook: @samburchfieldmusic 

Instagram: @samburchfield 

Enjoy the music?

Songs heard on this episode were “Waking Up, Hold My Hand, & Graveyard Flower” from the album, Graveyard Flower & the brand new single, “Sands of Old Cities.” 

You can find Sam’s music on iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere good music is found!

This episode of the Deconstructionists Podcast was edited by John Williamson and mixed and produced by Nicholas Rowe at National Audio Preservation Society: A full service recording studio and creative habitat, located in Heath, Ohio. Find them on Facebook and Twitter or visit their website for more information: www.nationalaudiopreservationsociety.weebly.com 

Stay on top of all of the latest at www.thedeconstructionists.com Go there to check out our blog, snag a t-shirt, or follow us on social media

Join our Patreon family here: www.patreon.com/deconstructionists 

Website by Ryan Battles

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T-shirt designs by Joseph Ernst, Chad Flannigan, Colin Rigsby, and Jason Turner. 

Guest Info/Bio:

This week I welcome the amazing Bunmi Latidan. We talk all about her amazing new book on prayer and how we all struggle with it. 

Bunmi is a writer living in Quebec, Canada by way of northern California. Her writings include The Honest Toddler and Confessions of a Domestic failure and poetry such as Dear Mother and Dear God: Honest Prayers to a God Who Listens. 

Guest Publications: 

The Honest Toddler: A Child’s Guide To Parenting; Toddlers Are A**holes: It’s Not Your Fault; The Big Bed; Confessions of a domestic failure; Dear Mother: Poems on Motherhood; & Dear God: Honest Prayers to a God Who Listens. 

Guest Links:

www.bunmiladitan.com 

Instagram: @honesttoddler 

Facebook: @BunmiKLaditan 

Special guest music on this episode provide by: James Levy 

Musical Guest/Music Links:

https://orcd.co/jameslevyNYC?fbclid=IwAR2rt5_njPO_huomokxd343RoSE5yd51hr1McwPYNOhxBWz32HvD2b5fpA4

Twitter: @Reputante 

Facebook: @Reputante 

Enjoy the music?

Songs heard on this episode were “Heart and Dreams” & “Soldier” from the album, Soldier. “Songs of Love” & “What Do I Know?” from the album, Somebody. 

You can find James Levy’s music on iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere good music is found!

This episode of the Deconstructionists Podcast was edited by John Williamson and mixed and produced by Nicholas Rowe at National Audio Preservation Society: A full service recording studio and creative habitat, located in Heath, Ohio. Find them on Facebook and Twitter or visit their website for more information: www.nationalaudiopreservationsociety.weebly.com 

Stay on top of all of the latest at www.thedeconstructionists.com Go there to check out our blog, snag a t-shirt, or follow us on social media

Join our Patreon family here: www.patreon.com/deconstructionists 

Website by Ryan Battles

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T-shirt designs by Joseph Ernst, Chad Flannigan, Colin Rigsby, and Jason Turner. 

Guest Info/Bio:

This week I welcome the Rev. Dr. Sarah Griffith Lund. Sarah majored in religious studies in college at Trinity University, graduated with a Master of Divinity degree at Princeton Theological Seminary, and also received a Master of Social Work degree at Rutger’s University.  Ministry and Social Work blend together are her two passions of loving God and loving her neighbors. She was ordained into Christian ministry by the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in 2002 and began serving as a local church pastor in 2003. She's served large and small congregations in Brooklyn, Minneapolis, and New Smyrna Beach, Florida, and Indianapolis, Indiana.  

In 2011, she earned her Doctor of Ministry degree from McCormick Theological Seminary with a focus on revitalizing the local church. Her thesis is entitled, “The Challenges to Building a Beloved Community on Facebook.” She served the church as a Regional Minister, providing support and guidance to dozens of congregations in the United Church of Christ throughout central and western Florida. From 2014-2018, she served as Vice President for Seminary Advancement at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis. 

In 2018, she was called to serve as the first woman Senior Pastor at First Congregational United Church of Christ of Indianapolis. In addition, she serves on the National Staff of The United Church of Christ as the Minister for Disabilities and Mental Health Justice.

Guest Publications: 

Blessed Are the Crazy: Breaking the Silence about Mental Illness, Family and Church; Blessed Union: Breaking the Silence about Mental Illness and Marriage. 

Guest Links:

www.sarahgriffithlund.com 

Twitter: @revlund 

Facebook: @sarahgriffithlund 

Special guest music on this episode provide by: Mike Donehey 

Musical Guest/Music Links:

www.mikedonehey.com 

Twitter: @mikedonehey 

Facebook: @mikedonehey

Instagram: @mikedonehey 

Enjoy the music?

Songs heard on this episode were “What You Mean to Say, You Belong Here, & Better” from the EP, “Work of Art” and “In The Middle” from the brand new EP, A Father & Two Sons 

You can find Mike’s music on iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere good music is found!

This episode of the Deconstructionists Podcast was edited by John Williamson and mixed and produced by Nicholas Rowe at National Audio Preservation Society: A full service recording studio and creative habitat, located in Heath, Ohio. Find them on Facebook and Twitter or visit their website for more information: www.nationalaudiopreservationsociety.weebly.com 

Stay on top of all of the latest at www.thedeconstructionists.com Go there to check out our blog, snag a t-shirt, or follow us on social media

Join our Patreon family here: www.patreon.com/deconstructionists 

Website by Ryan Battles

All photos by Jared Hevron

Logos designed by Joseph Ernst & Stephen Pfluig

T-shirt designs by Joseph Ernst, Chad Flannigan, Colin Rigsby, and Jason Turner.