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Holy Smokes: Cigars and Spirituality

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Join us for a conversation amongst friends, led by Kristian A. Smith, as we deconstruct harmful theology and create beloved community one cigar at a time. In a nutshell, Kristian and The Cast smoke, drink, cuss and talk about life, faith and theology. We embrace nuance as the spice of life while striving to love our neighbors as we love ourselves. Holy Smokes is disrupting everything you thought y... more

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Recent Guests

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Dr. Angela Parker
Womanist New Testament scholar and theologian
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Dr. Delman Coates
A New Testament scholar and pastor of Mount Aenum Baptist Church in Clinton, Maryland.
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Episode: The Truth About Fornication w/ Dr. Delman Coates
D. Danyelle Thomas
Author of The Day God Saw Me as Black, pastor of the Unfit Christian Congregation
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Episode: Can Christians Be Humanists? w/ D. Danyelle Thomas (UnfitChristian)
April Ajoy
Author and activist against Christian nationalism
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Mazda Miles
A practitioner of Hoodoo and African spirituality, known for her rich experience in Kojic traditions.
Episode: The Theology of Suffering with Auntie Mazda Miles
Ciarra Jones
The Gardening Theologian, diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant and queer theology writer
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Episode: Grieving The Loss of Certainty ft. Ciarra Jones, The Gardening Theologian
Sunny Day Jones
A speaker addressing spiritual and cultural issues within the context of Black identity
Episode: 2024 Year in Review - Black People Are Racist???
B. Simone
Social media influencer and controversial figure in the spiritualist community
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Host

Kristian A. Smith
Host of discussions that challenge harmful theology while fostering a welcoming community atmosphere. Known for dynamic engagement with guests and open dialogue on life's complexities.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 243 ratings
  • Great Pod

    The topics on hand are so relevant to the black community and more importantly the world!! I love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lolopolo205
    United Statesa year ago
  • Enjoyed a good cigar listening to this show.

    Podchaser
    4
    Eddie Roy
    a year ago
  • A Gem

    A breath of fresh freaking air! Insightful, candid, and informative. First learned of this community from Waving The Red Flag pod when Kristian guested. πŸ™ŒπŸΎLove it here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MFarook83
    United Statesa year ago
  • Dopeeee

    This is an excellent and insightful podcast, and Most importantly, the cast is hilarious. Talking about real issues can be a lot sometimes. The cast does a great job addressing the real but makes it digestible for folks like me who use humor as medicine. I can't get my ratchet, righteous, theological, and worldly fix right here! I love it here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YamieB
    United States2 years ago
  • Needed in these times!

    I love this podcast. I grew up a preacher’s kid and have been on my deconstructing journey for a few years. These conversations need to be had, and I think it’s great to show the intersectionality between deconstructing and maintaining some sort of belief system in healthy ways while also understanding the emotional impacts of harmful theology. Keep the conversations going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HoneyBeeLissa3
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for its relevance to contemporary issues in the Black community.
Many find it a safe space for exploring their personal journeys of faith and identity.
Listeners express gratitude for the insights shared, particularly around social justice and personal healing.
The blend of humor and serious discussions makes it accessible and relatable.

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The Theology of Gospel Music w/ Yolanda Adams
Q: Can you share how you would describe your personal theology?
My personal theology is that God is in all, with all, for all. He created everything and everybody, no matter what race, color, sexual orientation.
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Q: How would you explain perfectionism?
Perfectionism is the belief that one must be perfect, not allowed to make mistakes, and it ties one's self-worth to their ability to meet extraordinarily high standards.
The Truth About Fornication w/ Dr. Delman Coates
Q: Have you always been here on the topic of fornication or have you evolved to this place in your understanding of fornication?
I didn't come up in a rigid church environment, so I always questioned the traditional views on fornication from the beginning.
The Truth About Fornication w/ Dr. Delman Coates
Q: How are you navigating this political climate right now?
I'm trying to navigate this moment by also trying to hold accountable our political friends and emphasizing the need for true deliverance for the people.
Grieving The Loss of Certainty ft. Ciarra Jones, The Gardening Theologian
Q: What does it look like to practice a faith or live a life that doesn't come with a bunch of prepackaged answers?
It means accepting uncertainty and the lack of clear answers as a part of a growing spiritual journey.

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2. Dr. Angela Parker
3. Dr. Delman Coates
4. D. Danyelle Thomas
5. April Ajoy
6. Mazda Miles
7. Ciarra Jones
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