The New Evangelicals Podcast 399. Using Comedy to Heal from My Fundamentalist Upbringing
In this episode, comedian Jeremy Alder shares his journey from a conservative evangelical upbringing to navigating the complexities of faith, community, and politics. He discusses the challenges of growing up in a sheltered environment, the process of deconstructing his beliefs, and the role of humor in coping with trauma.
Jeremy's Website | Jeremyalder.com
Chapters
06:31 The Journey of Deconstruction
14:17 Exploring the New Monasticism Movement
27:18 The Role of Comedy in Processing Trauma
34:04 The Role of Comedy in Healing
40:23 The Betrayal of Evangelical Values
48:31 The Challenge of Truth in Disinformation
53:09 Finding a Path Forward Through Humor
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