Holy Heretics: Losing Religion and Finding Jesus
The Sophia SocietyHoly Heretics seeks to foster honest conversations about the state of religion in the 21st century. We interview experts, spiritual seekers, scholars, and activists in our quest to examine just exactly how modern-day Christianity lost the Way of Jesus while also discovering how it can be regained through subversive thought and action.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 98 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Categories | Religion & SpiritualityChristianityReligion | ||||
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Episode Summary:Growing up evangelical required a preoccupation with external behaviors and moral performance, or what I now understand as sin management. My spiritual life was fear based. Behaviors like sexuality, masturbation, swearing, or drinking... more
Episode Summary:Today is June 14, 2025, a day that will live in infamy. A sitting United States president is hosting a military-style parade in Washington D.C. that every crack-pot dictator from Adolf Hitler to Vladimir Putin would admire. Making mat... more
Episode Summary:Regina Cates joins me on the show to discuss her latest book The Real Conversations Jesus Wants Us to Have: A Call to Bravery, Peace, and Love. This episode is part memoir, part social commentary, and part call to action for those of ... more
Episode Summary:You need to sit down for this episode.Mercer University’s Dr. Angela Parker joins me today on the podcast for a heart-wrenching conversation about white supremacy, intersectionality, womanist theology, authoritarian Christianity, deco... more
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This podcast is a treasure. In a world that feels lost, anxious, clinging to crumbling structures that bear no true value, this podcast gives voice to a faith that nourishes.
Apple Podcasts5Dee117*
Canada8 months ago - Disappointing
The constant lumping of all evangelicals into one group and bashing them collectively comes across as obsessive and terribly unkind. I could not stomach the bigotry they have toward this one group. I’m drawn toward deconstructing my own faith and finding a more loving and kind approach to faith. I did not find that here.
Apple Podcasts1Justaguynameddan
United States2 years ago - Absolutely fantastic podcast for those looking at Christianity with a critical lens
I found this podcast through Twitter and from the very first episode I was all in. The hosts are fantastically open, honest and raw on their talking, and the quality of the guests is amazing. Top-notch conversations that have me pausing in every episode just to sit and take in what’s being said. Highly highly recommend if you’re willing to look at faith, Jesus, and Christianity with a critical lens and desire to think about the hard questions.
Apple Podcasts5SparkleKittenUnited States3 years ago - Excellent
I love this podcast. So real and raw. I love honest conversation.
Apple Podcasts5Syd.ViciousCanada3 years ago - Uplifting!
I really appreciate that your focus, even during deconstruction, has remained on how to be Jesus-followers, and that your choice of guests supports that focus.
Apple Podcasts5Saffa80United States3 years ago
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This podcast provides a platform for in-depth discussions on modern Christianity, addressing the gaps between authentic teachings and contemporary practices. With a focus on a variety of themes such as nonviolence, empathy, and inclusion, it features conversations with a diverse range of guests, including theologians, activists, and scholars. The exploration of contentious topics like LGBTQ+ rights, womanist theology, and the intersection of faith with politics and social justice offers listeners both critical insights and a sense of community in their spiritual journeys.
Uniquely, it emphasizes reconstructing faith amidst deconstruction, fostering a space where challenging traditional narratives is welcomed. The podcast likely resonates w... more
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1. Mark Vernon
2. Dr. Jesse Nickel
3. Regina Cates
4. Dr. Angela Parker
5. John Dominic Crossan
6. Dr. Rupert Sheldrake
7. Dr. Rachel Wheeler
8. Ally Markotich
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