What the Hell is a Pastor?

What the Hell is a Pastor?

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  • A Million Better Ways (Don't Look Up Review!)

    ***MASSIVE SPOILERS FOR THE ENTIRETY OF DON'T LOOK UP, DOWN TO THE VERY LAST SCENE***

    In which Ethan and Jo discuss the new Netflix movie everyone's talking about, including the value of using allegory, the way our worldview limits our storytelling, Timothée Chalamet's prayer, and Cate Blanchett's astounding range. 

    If you've seen the movie and are stressed out about killer comets, here are some actual astronomers telling you to rest easy. 

    Feeling sympathy pains for that grad school/under-employed life? Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.

    Have thoughts about what we said, want to send us a reading list, or, apparently, give us ideas about Patreon tiers? Email us at [email protected].  
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.  
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.

    The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.

    1 hr 8 min
  • Minisode 100: That's... not how you say Encanto

    If we'd thought ahead, we would have done a minisode extravaganza for this 100th minisode, but instead, you're getting a pop culture grab bag. In which Spanks and the Dude discuss a recent Disney movie, Harry Potter houses, Man in the High Castle, and more! 

    I'm a Hufflepuff!

    Ready for Jesus to come back tomorrow? You can give us some of that material wealth that's weighing you down and get access to this week's bonus content over on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.

    Interested in listening to Spanks Rebok kick back with friends? Check out Ethan's other podcast at https://anchor.fm/hookah-chats.
    Want to send us a suggestion for a minisode topic? Email us at [email protected].
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.

    The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.

    33 min
  • *Imperial

    In which Ethan and Jo discuss the value of the creeds, the function of rights in the public health discourse, and how none of us are fully prepared to have conversations like these. 

    Feeling sympathy pains for that grad school/under-employed life? Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.

    Have thoughts about what we said, want to send us a reading list, or, apparently, give us ideas about Patreon tiers? Email us at [email protected].  
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.  
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.

    The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.

    52 min
  • Minisode 99: Theological Requirements for Ministry

    In which Spanks and the Dude talk about the divinity of Christ, the importance of the Resurrection, and the responsibility of the pulpit. It's a tricky one. 

    Ready for Jesus to come back tomorrow? You can give us some of that material wealth that's weighing you down and get access to this week's bonus content over on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.

    Interested in listening to Spanks Rebok kick back with friends? Check out Ethan's other podcast at https://anchor.fm/hookah-chats.
    Want to send us a suggestion for a minisode topic? Email us at [email protected].
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.

    The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.

    35 min
  • Keys and Coups

    In which dirty laundry is aired and next steps are contemplated. 

    Feeling sympathy pains for that grad school/under-employed life? Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.

    Have thoughts about what we said, want to send us a reading list, or, apparently, give us ideas about Patreon tiers? Email us at [email protected].  
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.  
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.

    The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.

    44 min
  • That's Tacky, Frank (2021 Blooper Reel!)

    If you're new, maybe, uh, don't start off with this one? Or do. We can't stop you. 

    Feeling sympathy pains for that grad school/under-employed life? Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.

    Have thoughts about what we said, want to send us a reading list, or, apparently, give us ideas about Patreon tiers? Email us at [email protected].  
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.  
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.

    The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.

    26 min
  • Minisode 98: What Wesley Gets Right

    In which the Dude reflects on her new-found ability to create and Spanks wraps up his conversation about WCT.

    Ready for Jesus to come back tomorrow? You can give us some of that material wealth that's weighing you down and get access to this week's bonus content over on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.

    Interested in listening to Spanks Rebok kick back with friends? Check out Ethan's other podcast at https://anchor.fm/hookah-chats.
    Want to send us a suggestion for a minisode topic? Email us at [email protected].
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.

    The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.

    56 min
  • Bonus Episode: Lost in Translation

    In which TOWER SHAKER joins John Westley and the Dude to talk about the Septuagint, the Masoretic Text, and why the Hebrew Bible is not the same thing as the Old Testament. We promise that it'll rock your world. 

    Want Rabbi Mike to be your Twitter Rabbi too? Follow him @RabbiHarvey. And while you're at it, check him out over on TikTok, where he's @AskRabbiMike, on his other podcast, A Priest and Rabbi Walk Into a Bar, and on his YouTube channel, Teach Me Judaism. Last but not least, sign up to receive a notification when the pre-order is available for his new book, Let's Talk: A Rabbi Speaks to Christians.

    Want to give Jo money for Final Draft (please she needs it so that she can fulfill her dreams of working in a TV writers room, making witty jokes with smart people and creating shows that you'll love and besides, Ethan gets to live his dream, so why can't she)? Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.

    Have thoughts about what we said, want to send us a reading list, or, apparently, give us ideas about Patreon tiers? Email us at [email protected].  
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.  
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.

    The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.

    42 min
  • Right on Time

    In which Rabbi Mike Harvey joins Ian and Jo to talk hospital chaplaincy, winter holidays, interfaith work, and a rabbi's take on who theology is for. 

    Want Rabbi Mike to be your Twitter Rabbi too? Follow him @RabbiHarvey. And while you're at it, check him out over on TikTok, where he's @AskRabbiMike, on his other podcast, A Priest and Rabbi Walk Into a Bar, and on his YouTube channel, Teach Me Judaism. Last but not least, sign up to receive a notification when the pre-order is available for his new book, Let's Talk: A Rabbi Speaks to Christians. 

    Feeling sympathy pains for that grad school/under-employed life? Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.

    Have thoughts about what we said, want to send us a reading list, or, apparently, give us ideas about Patreon tiers? Email us at [email protected].  
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.  
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.

    The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.

    1 hr 20 min
  • Minisode 97: The Cure for Writer's Block

    In which the Dude reflects on her new-found ability to create and Spanks wraps up his conversation about WCT. 

    Ready for Jesus to come back tomorrow? You can give us some of that material wealth that's weighing you down and get access to this week's bonus content over on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wthiap.

    Interested in listening to Spanks Rebok kick back with friends? Check out Ethan's other podcast at https://anchor.fm/hookah-chats.
    Want to send us a suggestion for a minisode topic? Email us at [email protected].
    Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.
    And follow us and our larger network, Disruptive Disciples, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisruptiveDisciples/.

    The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, performed by Jo Schonewolf (she's so sorry) and Ian Urriola, featuring vocals from Paul Urriola and produced by Paul Urriola.

    29 min

About What the Hell is a Pastor?

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Two current and former young pastors in small town ministry sit down each week to talk about the ups and downs of their jobs as they try to figure out what the hell it is they're supposed to be doing.…