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The Unbelief Podcast is your space to question, explore, and release the beliefs that no longer serve you—or maybe even caused harm. Hosted by Jeremy Steele, the Skeptic Pastor, this podcast dives deep into deconstruction, offering progressive and thoughtful insights on ancient spiritual texts like the Bible. Through interviews with leading scholars and candid conversations with those navigating t... more

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In this Drinks and Deconstruction episode, I’m joined by River Polsgrove, a fiction writer and human trafficking survivor, for a conversation that somehow includes Catholic chanting, the “drink the blood” confusion of childhood, and why church people... more

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Recent Guests

River Polsgrove
Fiction writer and self-described human trafficking survivor
Episode: Fiction Author and Human Trafficking Survivor: Dirinks and Deconstruction
Kimelie Finnelli
South Carolina-based author, mother, and creative writer
Elk Lake Publishing
Episode: When “Modesty” Comes With a $10 Fine
Wes Ellis
Author of Abide in Amen, focusing on prayer and spiritual deconstruction
Episode: Prayer After Deconstruction: Letting Go of the Cosmic Vending Machine
Chris Young
Grew up Catholic, has a lifelong disability, and has experienced a journey of doubt and exploration in spirituality.
Episode: Drinks and Deconstruction: A Roman Catholic Doubting Thomas
Stuart Delony
Author and member of Snarky Faith
Snarky Faith
Episode: Tribulation Survival Guide: Roasting Rapture Culture with Stuart Delony
Andrew Zirschky
Research Professor of Youth Ministry at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Episode: Progressive Youth Ministry?
Dr. Helen Bond
Professor at the University of Edinburgh, focusing on Christian origins and the historical Jesus.
University of Edinburgh
Episode: What Really Happened in Jesus’ Last Hours and the Female Disciples of Jesus
Dr. Mark Goodacre
Professor of New Testament and Christian origins at Duke University
Duke University
Episode: The Historical Jesus: The Missing Pieces
Dr. Amy Jill-Levine
Professor at the Hartford International University for Religion and Peace; author of several books including 'Jesus for Everyone and Not Just Christians'.
Hartford International University for Religion and Peace
Episode: Pharisees Are Good Guys and Jesus Gender Bending

Host

Jeremy Steele
Host of discussions focusing on faith deconstruction, spirituality, and social justice, drawing from personal experiences and scholarly insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • TikTok live of DC walk around.

    I just found you on TikTok, and so happy that I did. I’ve been feeling lost as a Christian who is a Progressive. You mentioned being progressive and Christian in America is just at about 18%, and I feel that. I’m happy to know there’s a dedicated voice out here for us, it’s a strange and dark time we are going through.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BriKitty88
    United States7 months ago
  • Thoughtful and Affirming

    I have so appreciated Jeremy’s approach to scripture as he a presents nuanced, historical framework for understanding the Bible with depth and humility.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    United States8 months ago
  • Religion and Gays

    My daughter came out 15 years after being married for 15 years to a Southern Baptist preachers kid. I’d already quit attending church after divorcing my first husband and the way I was treated by the other wives my age. This podcast was painful to listen as a mother of a gay child. Although she is 50 now, I still want to protect her from hurt and harm. The fish/ religion quote touched my heart.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Okie 60’s Girl
    United States9 months ago
  • Helpful, Funny and Relevant

    Jeremy’s podcast has helped me work through all aspects of my deconstruction, helping me find spiritual beliefs that work for me. Thanks, Jeremy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CraigSpencer
    United Statesa year ago
  • I need this!

    Jeremy and his guests help me answer questions and make peace with my feelings about religion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Florida Lorrie
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and nuanced exploration of faith and spirituality.

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Fiction Author and Human Trafficking Survivor: Dirinks and Deconstruction
Q: So River, let's just start at the beginning of your story. So tell me about the sort of earliest memories you have just as a human and where spirituality began for you.
River shares her experiences as a child in church, recounting feelings of confusion and fear regarding religious teachings, including the concepts of good and evil.
Prayer After Deconstruction: Letting Go of the Cosmic Vending Machine
Q: What do you think is behind the simplistic, unfortunate view of prayer as cause and effect?
It consolidates power and authority within church structures, giving validation to spiritual leaders while simplifying complex spiritual practices.
Prayer After Deconstruction: Letting Go of the Cosmic Vending Machine
Q: How do you answer this basic fundamental question of like, what is prayer?
Prayer is predominantly about God's listening to us rather than just us talking to God, emphasizing a divine movement towards us.
Prayer After Deconstruction: Letting Go of the Cosmic Vending Machine
Q: What are some of the toxic beliefs that you discovered that people experience regarding prayer?
Many individuals feel that prayer is a demand on them, that it's something they need to master, leading to guilt, shame, and a sense of inadequacy about their prayer lives.
Drinks and Deconstruction: A Roman Catholic Doubting Thomas
Q: How did the community respond to your doubts?
Chris was surprised to find acceptance in the community, which encouraged him to focus on what he believed instead of what he doubted.

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