Dan's old college friend and country artist Sam Outlaw (born Sam Morgan) joins to talk about the role of his faith/spirituality in recovering from alcohol use disorder. Along the way, they discuss authoritative vs. nurturant parenting styles, messages they received about alcohol growing up Evangelical, some of the benefits of that upbringing, and the awkwardness inherent in many parachurch organizations. Dan also brings in some of the peer-reviewed research on 12-step programs and the role of spirituality in abstinence from drinking.http://www.samoutlaw.com/“Ghost Town” by Sam Outlaw: https://open.spotify.com/track/3VyaFDf706JddMz27syc2P?si=4dc0ef61630d4f45_____________Sign up for Tripp and Dan's class, “Live Before You Die: Existentialism in Theology & Psychology”: exploringexistentialism.com_____________Register for Theology Beer Camp: Theologybeer.campUse code: YHPGODPOD at checkout for $25 off!_____________Follow Dan on IG: www.instagram.com/dancoke/Or Twitter: twitter.com/DanKochFaith deconstruction resources: www.soyouredeconstructing.com/Edited by Josh Gilbert (joshgilbertmedia.com -- he is accepting more work!)Join the Patreon for exclusive episodes (and more) every month: patreon.com/dankochEmail about the "sliding scale" for the Patreon:YHP Patron-only FB group: tinyurl.com/ycvbbf98Website: www.dankochwords.com/yhp.htmlJoin Dan's email list: www.dankochwords.com/Artwork by sprungle.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this podcast, the speakers discuss the misconception of the Israel-Palestine conflict being linked to the "End Times." They share personal experiences with end times teachings and the emotional abuse it can cause. The accuracy of end times predictions, such as the formation of Israel, is explored, while highlighting the failures of other predictions. The idea of the rapture is also discussed, along with past failed predictions, addressing the anxiety associated with these events. The speakers express their desire for minimal casualties and justice in the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Matthias Roberts joins me again! Previously we talked about healing from sexual shame; this week, he builds a bridge from that conversation to his new book Holy Runaways. After coming to terms (more or less) with sexuality issues, Matthias found that he and many of his friends were still unsure what to do with the whole “faith” thing. What was salvageable, and what were the stakes of ignoring this question? How can we avoid swapping one tribal manifesto for another?Matthias’s Book “Holy Runaways”:https://matthiasroberts.com/holyrunaways/Matthias’s Book “Beyond Shame”: https://matthiasroberts.com/beyondshame/Sexual Shame (#67) with Matthias:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-have-permission/id1448000113?i=1000476415323To Critique Purity Culture (#22):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-have-permission/id1448000113?i=1000438857512Denying & Embracing Emotions (#144) with Becky Castle Miller: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-have-permission/id1448000113?i=1000550307589_____________Sign up for Tripp and Dan's class, “Live Before You Die: Existentialism in Theology & Psychology”: exploringexistentialism.com_____________Register for Theology Beer Camp: Theologybeer.campUse code: YHPGODPOD at checkout for $25 off!_____________Follow Dan on IG: www.instagram.com/dancoke/Or Twitter: twitter.com/DanKochFaith deconstruction resources: www.soyouredeconstructing.com/Edited by Josh Gilbert (joshgilbertmedia.com -- he is accepting more work!)Join the Patreon for exclusive episodes (and more) every month: patreon.com/dankochEmail about the "sliding scale" for the Patreon:YHP Patron-only FB group: tinyurl.com/ycvbbf98Website: www.dankochwords.com/yhp.htmlJoin Dan's email list: www.dankochwords.com/Artwork by sprungle.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

*Full episode on the Patreon feed*Psychotherapist Pamela Cooper-White shares about her book “The Psychology of Christian Nationalism." We talk about white supremacy, conscious and unconscious needs, motivating via fear, “crisis merchants,” and when to ask yourself questions like, "Am I the right person to have this convo?" or "Is this the right setting for this convo"?Pamela’s Book “The Psychology of Christian Nationalism”: https://www.amazon.com/Psychology-Christian-Nationalism-People-Across/dp/1506482112\Pamela’s Book “Exploring Practices of Ministry”: https://www.amazon.com/Exploring-Practices-Ministry-Foundations-Learning/dp/1451488939/ref=sr_1_1?crid=25OH51087TRPE&keywords=exploring+practices+of+ministry&qid=1696466135&s=books&sprefix=exploring+practices+of+ministry%2Cstripbooks%2C114&sr=1-1“The Psychology of Religious Fundamentalism” Episode with Pete Hill: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-psychology-of-religious-fundamentalism-34/id1448000113?i=1000448442686_____________Sign up for Tripp and Dan's class, “Live Before You Die: Existentialism in Theology & Psychology”: exploringexistentialism.com_____________Register for Theology Beer Camp: Theologybeer.campUse code: YHPGODPOD at checkout for $25 off!_____________Follow Dan on IG: www.instagram.com/dancoke/Or Twitter: twitter.com/DanKochFaith deconstruction resources: www.soyouredeconstructing.com/Edited by Josh Gilbert (joshgilbertmedia.com -- he is accepting more work!)Join the Patreon for exclusive episodes (and more) every month: patreon.com/dankochEmail about the "sliding scale" for the Patreon:YHP Patron-only FB group: tinyurl.com/ycvbbf98Website: www.dankochwords.com/yhp.htmlJoin Dan's email list: www.dankochwords.com/Artwork by sprungle.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan and Tripp Fuller get themselves psyched for their upcoming online pop-up learning community on existentialism by sharing songs that remind them of death, isolation, freedom, meaning/meaninglessness, and courage. Learn more or sign up for their class, “Live Before You Die: Existentialism in Theology & Psychology”: exploringexistentialism.com_____________Register for Theology Beer Camp: Theologybeer.campUse code: YHPGODPOD at checkout for $25 off!_____________Follow Dan on IG: www.instagram.com/dancoke/Or Twitter: twitter.com/DanKochFaith deconstruction resources: www.soyouredeconstructing.com/Edited by Josh Gilbert (joshgilbertmedia.com -- he is accepting more work!)Join the Patreon for exclusive episodes (and more) every month: patreon.com/dankochEmail about the "sliding scale" for the Patreon: YHP Patron-only FB group: tinyurl.com/ycvbbf98Website: www.dankochwords.com/yhp.htmlJoin Dan's email list: www.dankochwords.com/Artwork by sprungle.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the most recent "I Don't Believe in That God," Dan talks with former Christian missionary and current minister in The Satanic Temple Stephen Bradford Long. Stephen defines Satanism as he and Dan discuss three or four options for what people imagine when they hear the term "Satanist." Stephen shares his story from Charismatic Presbyterianism, through mainline Protestantism, to atheism, and eventually to The Satanic Temple, which was formed in 2013 as a reformation of the more widely-popular Leveyan Satanism of the 20th century. What will Dan and Stephen ultimately agree and disagree about? Listen to find out!Stephen's Website: https://stephenbradfordlong.com/_____________Register for Theology Beer Camp: Theologybeer.campUse code: YHPGODPOD at checkout for $25 off!_____________Follow Dan on IG: www.instagram.com/dancoke/Or Twitter: twitter.com/DanKochFaith deconstruction resources: www.soyouredeconstructing.com/Edited by Josh Gilbert (joshgilbertmedia.com -- he is accepting more work!)Join the Patreon for exclusive episodes (and more) every month: patreon.com/dankochEmail about the "sliding scale" for the Patreon: youhavepermissionpodcast@gmail.comYHP Patron-only FB group: tinyurl.com/ycvbbf98Website: www.dankochwords.com/yhp.htmlJoin Dan's email list: www.dankochwords.com/Artwork by sprungle.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The podcast explores the value of religion after believing in universalism and discusses topics such as favorite characters from sci-fi/fantasy, teaching kids about sex, meta-narratives in pop culture, setting boundaries, and finding a new calling after deconstructing. The hosts delve into Severus Snape's complexity from Harry Potter, discuss the implications of universalism in religion, explore intrinsic and extrinsic religiosity, and share their approach to teaching children about sex. They also preview the second part of the episode and promote their Patreon benefits.

Exploring the concept of toxic Christianity, its impact on individuals, and differing perspectives on its toxicity. Examining the complexity of Christianity, its potential for toxicity and abuse, and the search for a more inclusive version. The association between religiosity and spirituality with psychological and bodily benefits, while acknowledging the problems within religion. Exploring cognitive distortions in toxic Christianity and the importance of seeking help for mental health. Promo codes for discounted tickets to Theology Beer Camp and the benefits of attending in person.

*To update your Patreon giving, head to patreon.com/dankoch. Thanks for your support!*Dr. Steven Sandage (Boston University) joins Sarey Concepcion and myself for a fairly wide-ranging conversation about his own story and some of the topics he has focused on during his research career, including:-Healthy Spiritual Leadership-Spirituality as a way to maintain healthy relationships -Attachment & differentiation-How gender plays a role in healthy leadership -Humility -Unconscious loyaltiesSteve’s Faculty Page: https://www.bu.edu/sth/profile/steven-j-sandage/Daryl Van Tongeren’s YHP Ep “The Good of Religion Without the Bad”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-have-permission/id1448000113?i=1000598265196Daryl Van Tongeren YHP Episode “You Are Not Your Beliefs”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-have-permission/id1448000113?i=1000618349369Robert Moore’s Book “Facing the Dragon: Confronting Personal and Spiritual Grandiosity”: https://www.amazon.com/Facing-Dragon-Confronting-Spiritual-Grandiosity/dp/1630515086/ref=asc_df_1630515086/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=343187902048&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7252849562841728375&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9019667&hvtargid=pla-569044490866&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=66484626902&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=343187902048&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7252849562841728375&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9019667&hvtargid=pla-569044490866_____________Register for Theology Beer Camp: Theologybeer.campUse code: YHPGODPOD at checkout for $25 off!_____________Follow Dan on IG: www.instagram.com/dancoke/Or Twitter: twitter.com/DanKochFaith deconstruction resources: www.soyouredeconstructing.com/Edited by Josh Gilbert (joshgilbertmedia.com -- he is accepting more work!)Join the Patreon for exclusive episodes (and more) every month: patreon.com/dankochEmail about the "sliding scale" for the Patreon: youhavepermissionpodcast@gmail.comYHP Patron-only FB group: tinyurl.com/ycvbbf98Website: www.dankochwords.com/yhp.htmlJoin Dan's email list: www.dankochwords.com/Artwork by sprungle.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ex-pastor Brandon Flanery discusses his research on why people are leaving Christianity. Topics explored include faith deconstruction, LGBTQ issues, hypocrisy, judgment, and the decline of Christian identification. The impact of TikTok on audience reach and the marketing of deconstruction are also discussed.