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Spiritual Misfits Podcast

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Christianity
LGBTQIA+ Inclusion
Spirituality
Trauma-Informed Care
Prosper
Queer Christian Pride
Friendship
Evangelicalism
Pentecostalism
Hillsong
Celebrity Pastors
Sydney
Religion
Islam
Interfaith Dialogue
Future Church Conference
Allyship
Progressive Faith
Community Building
Cultural Identity

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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Latest Episodes

Join Mitch and Will at the pub for an unstructured conversation about the recent deaths of James Dobson and Charlie Kirk, the challenge of responding maturely to political violence, and how universalist theology might offer a different way of thinkin... more

Steff Fenton joins Will to discuss their new book Gender Expansive Faith: How Trans Lives Are Illuminating the Divine, Transforming Feminism, and Ending Christian Patriarchy. 

The conversation explores Steff's interpretation of Matthew 19 and Jesus'... more

Keith Mascord joins Will to discuss his latest book 'An Honest Faith' after an East Coast tour. A former Sydney Anglican and Moore College lecturer Keith's views have shifted over time in an ongoing commitment to honest philosophical and theological ... more

Following last week's collaborative conversation between Spiritual Misfits and On the Way podcast, this episode features the poetry that bookended our special evening at West End Uniting Church in Brisbane, performed by Will Small and Boy Renaissance... more

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Recent Guests

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
Jane Kennedy
Religious trauma therapist with experience in the Pentecostal Church.
Episode: The Religious Trauma Collective: understanding faith, harm and healing (Jane Kennedy, Sam Sellers & Elise Heerde)
Sam Sellers
Religious trauma therapist with lived experience in the Open Brethren Church.
Episode: The Religious Trauma Collective: understanding faith, harm and healing (Jane Kennedy, Sam Sellers & Elise Heerde)
Elise Heerde
Counselor and coach from a Pentecostal Evangelical background.
Episode: The Religious Trauma Collective: understanding faith, harm and healing (Jane Kennedy, Sam Sellers & Elise Heerde)

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 173 ratings
  • I listen every week

    Love the variety, the speakers and the grace.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JJRRHH1212
    Australia5 months ago
  • Misfits!

    Wonderful stuff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nathanaston
    Australia6 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 Kingdom8 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
  • Absolutely Wonderful!

    This podcast regularly speaks to me - as it covers topic that mainstream Christianity often ignores.

    It is always fascinating, but listening to the recent interview with Thomas Jay Oord hit me really hard. It was a life-changing experience.

    Thank you xxxx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elven Queen
    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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The Death of the Whiteness Gospel with Danny Bryant
Q: How do you separate and pass out this kind of American, maybe bastardized Christianity from a deeper and richer tradition that you still identify with?
Danny discusses the importance of asking questions about faith, creating space for evolving beliefs, and emphasizing collective understanding of Jesus in a community context.
The Death of the Whiteness Gospel with Danny Bryant
Q: Tell us a little bit about what the life of Danny Bryant currently looks like, who are you and how do you spend your time?
Danny shares that he is a pastor at St. Mary of Bethany Parish in Nashville, living a regular life with his wife and kids, and engaging in spiritual direction.
Safety is Love in Action with Joyce Tangi
Q: What keeps you hopeful in your work?
Surrounding myself with people who are committed to growth and safety in the church gives me hope. It's about enabling others to thrive and witnessing the positive changes that come from it.
Safety is Love in Action with Joyce Tangi
Q: What does it mean to create cultures of safety in faith communities?
Creating cultures of safety involves compliance and policies, but more importantly, it's about ensuring that everyone feels valued and respected. It requires recognizing the inherent dignity of all individuals within those communities.
The Future Church Remembers the Poor (Gershon Nimbalker | FC Conference Keynote)
Q: How can people find Common Grace? How can people find you?
Visit comgrace.org.au for more information and support.

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What is Spiritual Misfits Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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. Siossiana Joyce Tangi
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4. Gershon Nimbalker
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7. Jane Kennedy
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