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The Melissa Dougherty Podcast

Melissa Dougherty
Christianity
New Thought
Oprah Winfrey
Spirituality
Multi-Level Marketing
Scientology
Think and Grow Rich
Apologetics
Prosperity Gospel
Islam
Napoleon Hill
Moral Argument
Morality
Pyramid Schemes
Faith
God
Evolution Of Beliefs
L. Ron Hubbard
New Thought Movement
Self-Help

You'll find a mixed bag of Jesus, theology, Christian apologetics, and cultural topics from a Christian perspective here. I'm an ex-New Thoughter (with a little Ex New Ager sprinkled in) and a lot of my videos focus on topics related to this as well. My hope is to help Christians thoughtfully know what they believe and why they believe it.

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I wanted to read The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins and offer a Christian perspective on it. In this video, I’ll share what I agree with, what I disagree with, and how it all aligns (or doesn’t) with a biblical worldview. But as I’m learning, it’s ne... more

Where did the Word of Faith movement (and its teachings) come from? I sit down with Dr. Robert Bowman Jr., whose book on the Word of Faith movement helped shape my own research for my chapter on the New Thought teachings infused in the Word of Faith ... more

Laura was deep into the New Age for years—crystals, tarot, and talking to spirits. She genuinely thought she was on a path of light and love. She saw Christianity as outdated, something for people who just hadn’t “evolved” spiritually yet. But then e... more

In a world where emotion often wins over reason, we want to know how to think well. I invited the smartest person I know when it comes to critical thinking, Kathy Gibbens, to join me on my channel and unpack 10 of the most common logical fallacies in... more

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Recent Guests

Laura Berardinelli
An ex-New Ager turned Christian, passionate about discussing occult practices in the church
Episode: She Thought Christianity Was a Joke—Until This Happened.
Kathy Gibbens
Homeschooling mom and podcaster focusing on critical thinking for parents and teens.
Filter It Through a Brain Cell
Episode: The 10 Most Illogical Arguments in Politics, Culture, and Religion
Dr. Bernard Mauser
Professor of political philosophy and Christian ethics at Southern Evangelical Seminary
Southern Evangelical Seminary
Episode: They Called Him a Fascist. But Do They Even Know What It Means?|With Dr. Bernard Mauser
Will Spencer
A Christian influencer and former New Ager with a focus on the dangers of the Woke Right
Episode: The Conspiracy Mind Virus That Explains Everything:The Woke Right
Tytus Jones
Content creator and speaker addressing cultural issues and apologetics from a Christian perspective.
YouTube Channel
Episode: What Made Her Leave the Prosperity Gospel Behind
Lindsey Medenwaldt
Director of Operations at Mama Bear Apologetics and former speaker at a recent conference
Mama Bear Apologetics
Episode: Scientology: The Most Bizarre Cult in America
Dr. Chris Berg
Expert on theology and apologetics, focuses on New Age movement impacts.
Hartwell School of Divinity
Episode: Exposing Genuine and Fake Spiritual Encounters with Dr. Chris Berg
Wesley Huff
Regional director for Apologetics Canada and a scholar in early Christian scribal culture
Apologetics Canada
Episode: Five Myths About The Bible (And How We Got it.)
Noble Gibbens
Former military and successful MLM leader
Episode: Former MLM Leaders Share Why They Left it All.

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Melissa Dougherty
Host of The Melissa Dougherty Podcast; focuses on Christian apologetics, New Thought critique, and culture from a biblical perspective.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 630 ratings
  • I love Melissa!!

    Timely, thorough, transparent, deep and understandable. And just adorable. I love learning from young teachers with old souls.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cindybeebabe
    United States6 months ago
  • Yooo…

    I think I found my next favorite Pod, MD is hitting on some relevant pics ! I dig it, listening to her interview on woke right, or as some people say woke reich, was good. I am also a fan of Will Spencer!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Diamond rosey
    United States7 months ago
  • Exceptional Content!

    I saw someone reference Melissa’s YouTube channel in a comment on a different video. I checked it out and am blown away! The quality, thought, and clear presentation of these topics are truly masterful. Highly recommended!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SuperBlargle
    United States10 months ago
  • Free Masonry

    Have you ever done a podcast on freemasonry and the eastern star? These groups are confusing to me. Are they benign, or are they something creepy?

    I love your podcast, and have added phrases from you to my vocabulary – – "are you smelling what I'm stepping in?" "What the nope?" 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cindybeebabe
    United Statesa year ago
  • Smart Lady - Well researched

    Melissa helps keep us on track in a world where there are so many agendas trying to bend the message of Christ to another agenda. Well researched, well spoken I appreciate what I have heard and look forward to more listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Noterlluf
    Canadaa year ago

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Well-researched and clearly explained, with guests who contribute meaningful insights.
Probing questions and approachable delivery keep complex topics accessible.
Thoughtful, thorough, and engaging—great for those exploring faith and culture.

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She Thought Christianity Was a Joke—Until This Happened.
Q: What advice do you have for Christians about spiritual warfare?
Stay away from pagan practices, pray, and trust in God's power, as He is far greater than any spiritual darkness.
The 10 Most Illogical Arguments in Politics, Culture, and Religion
Q: What prevents someone from understanding somebody else's argument?
Emotionalism and relativism can lead people to ignore or dismiss opposing viewpoints.
They Called Him a Fascist. But Do They Even Know What It Means?|With Dr. Bernard Mauser
Q: Can you define for us what fascism is and what it isn't?
Fascism is collectivism, the idea that the collective is more important than the individual, promoting state control over individuals.
What Made Her Leave the Prosperity Gospel Behind
Q: How did you come to the point where that's not how God functions?
I had a season where I listened to so many Mark Driscoll sermons, which helped me to hear some truths that started reshaping my understanding.
Re-Examining my Conversation with a Muslim|With David Wood
Q: Do you think that you could do enough to please Allah?
Our deeds are important, but we're told that no one will enter heaven except by the mercy of Allah.

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What is The Melissa Dougherty Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Christian-focused interview show that blends theology, apologetics, and culture, often featuring guests who challenge New Thought ideas, debate political or social topics from a Christian perspective, and explore religious misinformation with rigorous reasoning. Episodes frequently center on discernment, critical thinking, and the intersection of faith with modern culture, politics, and spirituality, with a strong emphasis on scriptures and practical apologetics. Noteworthy elements include in-depth guest conversations, clear moral framing, and a willingness to tackle controversial topics with calm, reasoned discussion. The format tends to mix personal testimonies, scholarly analysis, and accessible takes on complex topics, making it help... more

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