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Spiritual Misfits Podcast

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Christianity
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Hillsong
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Future Church Conference
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If you’ve ever felt on the fringes of Christian faith this is a safe space for you. Your questions, doubts and hopes are all welcome here. We’re creating conversations, affirmations, meditations and other resources to support you on your spiritual journey and let you know that even if you feel like a misfit, you don’t have to feel alone.

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Biblical scholar Michelle Eastwood joins Will Small to discuss her journey from growing up Lutheran, journeying through multiple denominations and shifting in the way she engages the biblical text. Drawing from her PhD research on Psalm 71 and aging ... more

Rev. Samuel Dow joins Will Small to share how he found his calling at the intersection of faith and ecology through Baroona Farm, an urban farm in Brisbane that grows food with and for refugees and asylum seekers. Will and Samuel discuss eco-theology... more

Content Warning: This episode contains detailed discussion of suicidal ideation, intrusive thoughts, religious trauma, and mental health crisis. If you're struggling, please reach out to Lifeline (13 11 14) or Beyond Blue (1300 22 4636).

Jon Reichar... more

This week we're revisiting a conversation from December 2023 with Sara M. Saleh - Palestinian-Australian human rights lawyer, poet, and activist.

As we mark two years since the beginning of Israel's devastating assault on Gaza, and as news breaks of... more

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Recent Guests

Samuel Dow
Reverend, priest, chaplain, and urban farmer
Episode: Eco-Theology: Tending Soil & Soul (Samuel Dow)
Sara M. Saleh
Palestinian-Australian human rights lawyer, poet, and activist
Episode: Sara M. Saleh on Palestine, liberation and poetry [Replay]
Hanna Reichel
Theologian specializing in systematic theology at Princeton Seminary.
Princeton Seminary
Episode: An Emergency Devotional: Faith in Times of Crisis with Hanna Reichel
Siossiana Joyce Tangi
Culture of Safety Pastor at the Uniting Church of Australia
Uniting Church of Australia
Episode: Safety is Love in Action with Joyce Tangi
David Gate
Poet, thinker on spirituality, and author of 'A Rebellion of Care'
Episode: Staying Tender in a Hard World | David Gate's 'Rebellion of Care'
Gershon Nimbalker
National Director of Common Grace
Common Grace
Episode: The Future Church Remembers the Poor (Gershon Nimbalker | FC Conference Keynote)
Robyn Whitaker
Associate Professor of New Testament at Pilgrim Theological College, specializing in the Book of Revelation.
Pilgrim Theological College, University of Divinity
Episode: The Political Power of Apocalyptic Literature (Robyn Whitaker)
Kevin Sweeney
Author, former church planner, and current hospice chaplain.
Episode: The Cosmic Christ and the Concrete Jesus with Kevin Sweeney
Carolyn Meers
Pastor involved in community leadership and spiritual discourse
Episode: Reclaiming the Language: Salvation? (with Becca De Souza & Carolyn Meers)

Host

Will Small
Host with a background in advocating for inclusivity and community care, known for addressing complex spiritual and social topics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 176 ratings
  • A spiritual home for people like me

    This podcast fills a gaping hole for many people who no longer feel like they fit in traditional church but are still fascinated by Jesus and a life of faith in something bigger than themselves.

    I have huge respect for the work that Will is doing in this space. Spiritual Misfits is a spiritual home for people like me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Soul Thoughts
    Australiaa month ago
  • I listen every week

    Love the variety, the speakers and the grace.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JJRRHH1212
    Australia7 months ago
  • Misfits!

    Wonderful stuff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nathanaston
    Australia8 months ago
  • Great conversations

    I’ve recently discovered this podcast and found it very helpful and interesting. It makes me feel less alone in my own faith journey.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bethany JB
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Great stuff!

    Excellent guests and thoughtful and thought-provoking conversations with generous hosts. I particularly loved recent ones 5 Big Ideas, and Generational Deconstruction, although as a borderline Boomer (born in 62) I reckon there are a couple of different generations who’ve been described as Boomers. There’s a difference between my worldview and that of the mostly 80 year-olds who are still active in my church, and who still have a huge influence on how we relate to each other and our community, a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jgb3.14
    Australiaa year ago

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Some express gratitude for the inclusion of marginalized voices and topics often ignored in mainstream Christianity.
Many find the content thought-provoking and relevant, contributing positively to their understanding of faith and identity.
Listeners appreciate the variety and depth of conversations, noting that they often feel supported and understood in their spiritual journeys.

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(Not) Rescuing the Text (Michelle Eastwood)
Q: How can we help more people to embrace this kind of reading?
Michelle emphasizes that not everyone needs to be a biblical scholar to connect with God, and that understanding broad strokes of love and compassion is sufficient for building relationships.
(Not) Rescuing the Text (Michelle Eastwood)
Q: Was being misrepresented part of what led you further down that trajectory, or how did you come to a more feminist reading of Christianity?
Michelle noted that her feminist journey started through her own reading and understanding of biblical texts, as she found several interpretations that differed from traditional perspectives.
Sara M. Saleh on Palestine, liberation and poetry [Replay]
Q: How can poetry be a part of activism in the context of human rights and social justice?
Poetry can inspire action and articulate visions of what's possible, helping to move people away from apathy towards understanding and engagement in social justice issues.
Sara M. Saleh on Palestine, liberation and poetry [Replay]
Q: What are some of the things that you think people need to keep in mind right now, as they're kind of listening, reading, trying to pay attention?
People should understand that they don't need to be experts to recognize injustice and that their gut feelings can guide them. They can still form opinions and take action without having an exhaustive knowledge of the history.
On Naming God: a Contemplation (Carolyn Meers)
Q: If you were to name God today based on the activity of God that you sense around you or within you, how would you name God?
Consider different names that reflect your current relationship with God, shaped by your experiences.

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Focusing on the intersection of faith, identity, and community, this show provides a welcoming space for those experiencing doubts or feeling marginalized within traditional Christian frameworks. Conversations often center around the struggles of faith crises, the inclusion of LGBTQ+ voices, and the importance of community care, offering listeners valuable insights and affirmations to explore their spiritual journeys. The content is marked by a compassionate approach to complex subjects, inviting open dialogue on themes like purity culture, philosophical inquiries into faith, and the need for transformative healing in faith communities. With a mix of interviews and personal narratives, it serves as both an exploration of personal belief and... more

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2. Sara M. Saleh
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4. Siossiana Joyce Tangi
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7. Robyn Whitaker
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