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Heretic Happy Hour is an unapologetically irreverent, crass, and sometimes profound conversation about the intersection of culture and the Christian faith. Hosts Keith Giles and Matthew J. Distefano, alongside a rotating panel of guest hosts that include theologians and therapists, professors and prophets, mystics and misfits, pull no punches and leave no stones unturned. For some serious sacred c... more

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Latest Episodes

No Keith? No problem! Jeremy Steele of the Unbelief Podcast is here to help Matthew with the hotline messages.

If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show. Or, yo... more

In this week's main episode, Matthew is joined by guest host Stuart Delony of Snarky Faith to chat with John Fugelsang, Doug Pagitt, and Dillon Naber Cruz about John's brand new, New York Times best-selling book, The Separation of Church and Hate.

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Keith is still on vacation so filling in for him on today's bonus show is Stuart Delony from the Snarky Faith podcast.

If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show... more

In this week's main episode, Matthew is joined by guest host Jeremy Steele as they chat with Halley Kim and Angie Von Slaughter about the healing power of art.

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Katherine Spearing
Founder of Tears of Eden and author of the forthcoming book "A Thousand Tiny Paper Cuts"
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Episode: #250: Surviving Religious Trauma with Anna Clark Miller and Katherine Spearing
DT Bryant
Priest at St. Mary of Bethany Parish and spiritual director for the Center of Hope and Healing, Nashville, Tennessee.
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Episode: #249: Finding Sanity in Today's Political Climate with Jeremy Steele, Doug Pagitt, and DT Bryant
Jeremy Steele
Seasoned author, progressive pastor, and educator.
Episode: #249: Finding Sanity in Today's Political Climate with Jeremy Steele, Doug Pagitt, and DT Bryant
Mattie Mae Motl
Progressive Bible scholar with a Masters of Divinity, PhD candidate in gender, sexuality and masculinity in the New Testament.
University of St. Andrews
Episode: #248: The Dangerous Theology of Doug Wilson with Brittany Page and Mattie Mae Motl
Brittany Page
Licensed psychotherapist and host of the Page Perspective on YouTube.
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Episode: #248: The Dangerous Theology of Doug Wilson with Brittany Page and Mattie Mae Motl
Lisa Martinez
Therapist, writer, and wellness professional specializing in trauma and grief.
Episode: #247: The Quollective with Anna Clark Miller, Paul Swearengin, and Lisa Martinez
Paul Swearengin
Former sportscaster turned pastor, author, and community college professor specializing in social discussions and current events.
Episode: #247: The Quollective with Anna Clark Miller, Paul Swearengin, and Lisa Martinez
Reverend Gordon Keyler
A longtime spiritual seeker, teacher, and student of Unity Metaphysics. Lead minister at Unity in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Unity in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Episode: #245: What is Unity Church? with Rev. Gordon Keyler and Rev. Stacy Macris Ros
Reverend Stacy Macris Ros
Associate minister at Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center, she has been involved in Unity since childhood and holds leadership roles within the church.
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center
Episode: #245: What is Unity Church? with Rev. Gordon Keyler and Rev. Stacy Macris Ros

Hosts

Matthew J. Distefano
Co-host known for engaging discussions at the intersection of culture and Christian faith.
Keith Giles
Co-host and commentator on religious topics with a focus on critical analysis of faith.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 502 ratings
  • Seven mountains Heresy

    A fascinating discussion featuring a panel of progressive Christian leaders and teachers on the emergence of fundamentalist doctrine as the primary governing authority principle in the United States. What does the white evangelical Christian faction fear? What is the founding principle regarding religion in the Constitution? How can progressive citizens stop the Christian nationalists from turning the USA into a narrow sectarian nation? Be a part of the discussion by calling in your questions an... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Atamaganai
    United States2 months ago
  • Dave in New Mexico

    Can’t believe it took me so long to discover you guys. Better late than never, right! I always have some great takeaways after every episode. Keep bringing the knowledge. Much respect

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dcpruyn
    United States3 months ago
  • Inspiring!

    Episode #227 was a beautiful testimony to the power of radical love & grace. Thank you all for sharing your heart & your love & heartbreak for this country. May we all remember that we are better as “We The People” and seek to build better bridges! AND keep using our voices!✨♥️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Collecting_Sunbeams
    United States6 months ago
  • The ads? The ads!!

    New listener here. Was so confused at top of Gaza episode, when they mentioned that their listeners *ask* for ads… and then they launched into an ad for the Pastor’s Master’s and I cried laughing. I get it now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KT Grayson
    United States8 months ago
  • Love you, but please do your research on Mesopotamia first🙏🙏🙏

    You guys, love what you do, but with the latest episode you’re committing that cardinal “sin” of cherry-picking history. When you do this and also over-generalize, you’re flattening out some rather complex history and end up literally misinforming people. Please, please, please get an actual Assyriologist with a specialty in religion and maybe an Anthropologist who can speak on “tribes” on the pod. You can’t talk about tribes and city states without talking about the impact of agriculture and fo... more

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    shipwreckblues
    United Statesa year ago

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BONUS SHOW: Does Deconstruction Ever End?
Q: What practices or frameworks might help us approach our doctrines with both fidelity to scripture and openness to this renewed affirmation?
I don't really concern myself with fidelity to scripture, as I think we need to have the freedom to step outside the Bible.
BONUS SHOW: Does Deconstruction Ever End?
Q: At what point does one discern where to stop deconstruction?
For everyone, it's different.
BONUS SHOW: Hotline Messages, Unity Church, and Bible Tracts
Q: What do you think about messages from the dead and the emphasis on tithing in New Thought churches?
The hosts discuss how the manipulation surrounding these messages can be problematic while not entirely dismissing spiritual experiences. They also express that tithing should not come with pressure or guilt, suggesting people should leave such churches if they feel uncomfortable.
#238: Finding Meaning Apart From Faith with Angie Von Slaughter and Jim Palmer
Q: How do you find meaning in your life now without faith?
I have found comfort in the mystery of life and the freedom to create meaning for myself instead of seeking absolute truths.
HERESY AFTER HOURS LIVESTREAM: Matt Chats with Musician and Friend Aidan Parle
Q: What's your experience of how Trump has ripped families apart?
Matthew discusses the difficulty of maintaining relationships with family members who support Trump, noting that the conversation is often misconstrued as a political one rather than a moral one.

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1. Katherine Spearing
2. DT Bryant
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4. Mattie Mae Motl
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6. Lisa Martinez
7. Paul Swearengin
8. Reverend Gordon Keyler

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