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St. Paisios Brotherhood
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The Counterflow Podcast is a weekly show featuring discussions and interviews with people who are outside of and critical toward mainstream liberal and conservative politics. Counterflow challenges the conventional narratives sold to us as truth. The show features thinkers from all backgrounds, who do not fit into the narrow framework of fashionable opinion. The show addresses cultural, spiritual ... more

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What if the biggest obstacle to understanding Christianity is not disbelief—but modernity itself? In this episode, Buck chats with Dr. Zachary Porcu to discuss sacramental Christianity, the modern secular mindset, and why so many people today—even Ch... more

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In this episode, James Webb and I discuss the lessons America failed to carry forward from past wars, and why institutional memory seems to fade so quickly. We get into the current geopolitical landscape, including Israel, Iran, and the risks of esca... more

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We're living in a moment where everyone is "doing the work"—therapy, healing, boundaries, trauma language—and yet people seem more anxious, unstable, and internally fragmented than ever. In this episode, Fr. Turbo Qualls joins me to challenge the ass... more

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In this episode, I talk with Darryl Cooper, host of the Martyr Made Podcast, and cohost of the Provoked Podcast (with Scott Horton as well) to talk about war, power, and the unseen forces shaping both. With a background as a Navy Aegis technician and... more

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Recent Guests

Darryl Cooper
Orthodox Christian, host of Martyr Made and Provoked, history podcaster
Martyr Made / Provoked
Episode: Ep. 410 - War, Truth, and the Battle You Can't See, with Darryl Cooper
Dr. Mark Faries
Professor of behavioral medicine, Orthodox Christian
University (behavioral medicine); Orthodox Christian thinker
Episode: Ep. 408 - The Gut and the Soul: Health, Habit, and the Passions, with Dr. Mark Faries
Father Justin Havens
Orthodox priest leading the new parish in Bo Verde/San Antonio area
St. Joseph Orthodox Church (parish)
Episode: Ep. 407 - Beyond Feelings: Truth, Asceticism, and the Orthodox Path, with Fr. Justin Havens
Father John Whiteford
Rector of St. Jonah Russian Orthodox Church near Houston
St. Jonah Russian Orthodox Church
Episode: Ep. 406 - Heaven on Earth: The Divine Liturgy and the Book of Revelation, with Fr. John Whiteford
Dr. Hannah Spier
Psychiatrist, founder of Psycho Babble
Psycho Babble (YouTube/Substack)
Episode: Ep. 405 - The Narcissism Behind the Neurodivergence Boom, with Dr. Hannah Spier
Michael Davis
General editor of the Union of Orthodox Journalists; Orthodox Christian commentator
Union of Orthodox Journalists (UOJ.news)
Episode: Ep. 404 - Christian Zionism: Political Ideology Disguised as Biblical Faith, with Michael Davis
James Robinson
James Robinson, also known as J-Ro from Tha Alkaholiks, Orthodox Christian
Tha Alkaholiks (former member)
Episode: Ep. 403 - From Hip Hop to Holy Tradition, with J-Ro from Tha Alkaholiks
Dr. Michael Christian Kuhn
Functional nutritionist and author of 'Orthodoxy and the Medicine of the Future'
Orthodox Health Podcast
Episode: Ep. 401 - Orthodoxy and the Medicine of the Future, with Dr. Michael Christian Kuhn
Chrissy Green
Co-founder of Run Against Traffic and wife of Tommy Green
Run Against Traffic
Episode: Ep. 399 - Child Trafficking & the Orthodox War for the Innocent, with Tommy Green

Host

Buck Johnson
Host of Counterflow Podcast; musician, firefighter, and Orthodox Christian

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 392 ratings
  • Keep up the great work, Buck!

    Podchaser
    5
    lucidityengine
    2 months ago
  • Real quality

    With humility Buck is a natural gifted host who empowers his guests to share insights!! I’m grateful he has been courageous enough to take the time !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thanos^car
    Australia2 months ago
  • Best Podcast Ever

    Buck does everything right. He asks the right questions, lets his guests elaborate, and is not self pretentious—which is huge in podcasting. He is doing God’s work! Thank you, Buck.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mando.alvarez
    United States4 months ago
  • Excellent

    Excellent

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kurtUSUKGRE
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Erik K

    He is still in the HATE phase. Like all religions, there is good and bad.

    Study Martin Luther in depth and he becomes much more sinister.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Evan Stevoid
    United Statesa year ago

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Quality interviews with strong guest variety and insightful questions.
Highly engaging interviews that respect guests while challenging ideas.
Thoughtful, well-produced conversations with unique perspectives.
Listeners value civil, in-depth discourse beyond partisan talking points.
Listener feedback highlights the host's clear communication and balanced moderating.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#201
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Apple Podcasts
#47
Brazil/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#189
Brazil/News
Apple Podcasts
#245
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 408 - The Gut and the Soul: Health, Habit, and the Passions, with Dr. Mark Faries
Q: How does fasting function within Orthodox practice to help regain control over passions?
Fasting is described as a disciplined practice that reduces the power of passions beyond mere dietary change, paired with prayer and sacraments, to help reestablish self-control and a redirected relationship with food.
Ep. 408 - The Gut and the Soul: Health, Habit, and the Passions, with Dr. Mark Faries
Q: Why do people often intend to change but fail to follow through in health behaviors?
Dr. Faries explains it's not just knowledge; factors like autonomy, self-efficacy, intrinsic motivation, and contextual moderators determine whether intention translates into action, and long-term maintenance remains a frontier in research.
Ep. 409 - (FIXED) Dying to the World in an Age of Distraction, with Fr. John Valadez
Q: How can people get involved or contact you about the project?
People can visit meetingofthelord.com, follow the Instagram Meeting of the Lord, join the mailing list for updates, and contribute via the Commonwealth crowdfunding platform or donor tiers described on the site.
Ep. 409 - (FIXED) Dying to the World in an Age of Distraction, with Fr. John Valadez
Q: What would a typical day look like at the ranch?
A typical day would feature silent spaces for prayer, communal meals, opportunities to work with one's hands (vinting, farming, candles, crafts), and guided retreats with visiting speakers, all designed to foster contemplation and spiritual renewal.
Ep. 409 - (FIXED) Dying to the World in an Age of Distraction, with Fr. John Valadez
Q: Give the elevator pitch for the project.
The plan is to acquire a 123-acre property near Lompoc to build an Orthodox Retreat Center with intimate, nature-focused retreats, chapels, small housing, and hands-on activities, aiming to replicate this model across the United States to provide rest for people and clergy.

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What is Counterflow about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Counterflow features in-depth conversations with guests who sit outside mainstream political orthodoxies, exploring religion, spirituality, philosophy, culture, and geo-politics through a lens that challenges conventional narratives. Recent episodes showcase journeys through faith, Orthodoxy, and personal transformation, as well as discussions on economics, technology, and social issues, all framed by a perspective that blends intellectual rigor with open-ended curiosity. The show often pairs intimate personal stories with broader cultural critique, inviting listeners to reconsider established beliefs and to examine how faith, values, and identity shape contemporary life. Notable for its thoughtful, civil interviewing style and a focus on u... more

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1. Darryl Cooper
2. Dr. Mark Faries
3. Father Justin Havens
4. Father John Whiteford
5. Dr. Hannah Spier
6. Michael Davis
7. James Robinson
8. Dr. Michael Christian Kuhn

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