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Your straight-talking queer bestie and favorite (ex) pastor are here with all the honest, compassionate, and refreshingly explicit advice you didn’t know you needed. Meg Holiday and Brian Recker each deconstructed their faith in their own ways, and went from having all the right answers to wrestling with all the big questions. Join these two pastor's kids as they spill the tea and dish out wisdom ... more

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On this episode of the pod, Brian and Meg speak with April Ajoy, author of the upcoming book, “Star Spangled Jesus: Leaving Christian Nationalism and Finding True Faith.” They discuss April’s wild journey out of Christian Nationalism, relationships w... more

Brian interviews the one and only Marianne Williamson about her new book, The Mystic Jesus. Marianne is a best selling author, speaker, political activist and former presidential candidate. Marianne's background is not in Christianity, but in the Cou... more

Brian and Meg answer two listener letters, each discussing family dynamics. How do we care less about whether or not we are accepted by our parents? How do we help family members understand that they are making us feel rejected? Meg shares some very ... more

Brian and Meg dive into purity culture with Stephanie Stalvey, a graphic novelist who mines her own story and describes the intricacies of navigating purity culture, as well as showing a path towards reclaiming sexual autonomy on the other side. Her ... more

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Recent Guests

April Ajoy
Author of the upcoming book 'Star Spangled Jesus' and co-host of the New Evangelicals podcast.
The New Evangelicals
Episode: Season 2 Episode 10: Star Spangled Jesus with April Ajoy
Marianne Williamson
Author and presidential candidate
Episode: Season 2 Episode 9: The Mystic Jesus with Marianne Williamson
Stephanie Stalvey
Artist and author, focusing on purity culture
Episode: Season 2 Episode 7: PURE with Stephanie Stalvey
Sally Osborne
Coming out coach and creator of the Hulu series 'Mormon No More'.
Hulu, Instagram
Episode: Season 2 Episode 6: A Conversation With Sally Osborne
Brandan Robertson
Queer pastor in New York City
Episode: Season 2 Episode 4: Why Queer Churches Can't Be Mega Churches With Rev. Brandan Robertson
Kevin Garcia
Mystical Theologian and Spiritual Coach
Episode: Episode 12: What Makes You Bloom? With Kevin Garcia

Hosts

Brian Recker
Former evangelical pastor who has deconstructed his faith, he brings a candid and compassionate perspective to discussions surrounding spirituality, love, and relationships.
Meg Holiday
Atheist life coach, content creator, and former pastor’s wife who provides insights on navigating life after deconstructing faith, focusing on love, identity, and acceptance.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 100 ratings
  • Christian children unite!

    How refreshing to find a spot of others who crew up in conservative religious families and who have found their own truths and the beauty life has to offer outside of religious confines. So appreciate each conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PaigeBorody
    Canadaa year ago
  • Non-judgemental and refreshing

    I love the hosts and the topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pod city
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great podcast…

    Love these conversations and guests, hosts and all the good stuff however Brian keeps interrupting EVERYONE over and over. It makes me so uncomfortable that he’s not giving guests the space to finish a thought or explain their p.o.v. before he jumps in and talks over them. I feel bad for his co-host the wonderful Meg - its like she can’t get more than a few words out before he swoops in and takes control of the conversation. I assume he’s just really excited about what’s happening and doesn’t un... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Ellevirtue
    United States2 years ago
  • Like a friend

    I’m so grateful for these conversations which feel like when your close friends finally get, expound upon, and offer new insights on issues that have been swirling around in your head for years. The hosts are a bit of a hug, a bit of an anchor in the wilderness of deconstruction.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LauraLiz44
    United States2 years ago
  • Deconstruction

    Such an amazing podcast that is so raw and real dealing with deconstruction.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jhopebarron
    United States2 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some note a concern regarding one host's tendency to dominate discussions, however, most commend their chemistry and collaborative spirit.
Many express gratitude for the supportive community fostered through the conversations, feeling seen and understood in their experiences.
Individuals find the topics engaging and necessary, particularly those related to navigating familial and societal expectations surrounding sexuality and identity.
Listeners appreciate the refreshing honesty and relatability found in discussions about personal faith journeys and LGBTQ+ issues.

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Episode 11: Christmas Grab Bag!
Q: What advice do you have about co-parenting after divorce?
Your focus should be on ensuring a loving relationship with your co-parent for the benefit of your kids, regardless of the past relationship dynamics.
Episode 11: Christmas Grab Bag!
Q: How do you deal with celebrating Christmas with conservative relatives?
It's essential to teach your kids that different people can believe different things while respecting everyone's beliefs, and navigating those topics can be an opportunity to expose your kids to varying perspectives.
Episode 12: What Makes You Bloom? With Kevin Garcia
Q: Can you speak to the mutuality piece a little bit more, and how that is for the first time in your queerness, you get to really celebrate and dive into that?
Many of my friendships now are based on mutuality, where there's equitable exchange of time, energy, and love without the drain or cost of my peace of mind.
Episode 12: What Makes You Bloom? With Kevin Garcia
Q: Can you tell me what treating you poorly would be?
My family is accepting but not affirming. They don't use my preferred pronouns, but they don't mistreat me either.
Episode 8: Meg's Coming Out Journey
Q: What advice would you give for someone who's navigating, possibly coming out, and they're scared?
The best thing you can do is have your own back, protect your identity, and ensure you have a strong support network.

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A candid exploration of faith and identity awaits listeners, as two former pastors, Brian Recker and Meg Holiday, engage in open conversations about love, spirituality, and the complexities of navigating life after deconstructing their religious beliefs. The episodes frequently cover topics such as LGBTQ+ identity, purity culture, family dynamics, political discourse, and personal empowerment, allowing for a rich dialogue that resonates with those who have experienced similar journeys. The hosts invite various guests to share their insights, reinforcing the themes of acceptance and community, all while providing relatable advice for tackling life's challenging questions.

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