Heretic Happy Hour
Heretic Happy Hour is an unapologetically irreverent, crass, and sometimes profound conversation about the intersection of culture and the Christian faith. Hosts Keith Giles and Matthew J. Distefano, alongside a rotating panel of guest hosts that include theologians and therapists, professors and prophets, mystics and misfits, pull no punches and leave no stones unturned. For some serious sacred cow-tipping, there’s nothing better than spending an hour of your time with us.
New shows every Tuesday, with bonus episodes on Fridays and Sundays.
Latest episodes
Apr 22, 2025 • 1h
#227: The Power of Empathy with Safi Kaskas and Neil Ghosh
In this episode, we are joined by Safi Kaskas and Neil Ghosh to talk about the power of empathy in an age of political, social, and religious division.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!LINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on PatheosPANELNeil GhoshSafi Kaskas
Apr 18, 2025 • 1h 9min
BONUS SHOW: Random Musings and Ranting About Companies
In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith ramble about companies that listen to their consumers, video games, the Trump administration, and take a text from the hotline.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show.Pick up Keith and Matt's book, Reading Romans Right, today!Please consider signing up to financially support the Network: QuoirCast on PatreonLINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on Patheos
Apr 15, 2025 • 1h 15min
#226: Transbiblical with Katy Valentine, Joy Ladin, and Melissa Harl Sellew
In this episode, we are joined by former host, Katy Valentine, along with Joy Ladin and Melissa Harl Sellew to talk about their new book, Transbiblical, which is out now! Use the Promo Code: TRANSBIBLICAL40 to save 40%.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!LINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on PatheosPANELKaty ValentineJoy LadinMelissa Harl Sellew
Apr 14, 2025 • 1h 5min
HERESY AFTER HOURS LIVESTREAM: The Last of Us with Lauren Cibene
On today's livestream episode, Matthew is joined by author Lauren Cibene to talk about The Last of Us and the themes of the game.To join Heresy After Hours, join the Facebook group. This is where the livestreams will take place every Sunday at 10 AM PST.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.LINKShttps://www.patreon.com/quoircasthttps://www.patheos.com/editorial/podcasts
Apr 11, 2025 • 1h 4min
BONUS SHOW: Getting to the Hotline Calls
In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith take a bunch of calls from the hotline, and make the promise to secure an advertiser before next week's bonus show.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show.Pick up Keith and Matt's book, Reading Romans Right, today!Please consider signing up to financially support the Network: QuoirCast on PatreonLINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on Patheos
Apr 8, 2025 • 1h 7min
#225: The Pain of Deconstruction with Liz Charlotte Grant, Leslie Nease, and Lauren Cibene
In this episode, we are joined by Liz Grant, Leslie Nease, and Lauren Cibene to discuss the psychological and emotional pain of religious and spiritual deconstruction.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!LINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on PatheosPANELLiz Charlotte GrantLeslie NeaseLauren Cibene
Apr 7, 2025 • 1h 2min
HERESY AFTER HOURS LIVESTREAM: Trump Tariffs and a Lack of Empathy
On today's livestream episode, Keith and Matthew talk about the Trump tariffs and the lack of empathy Trump voters have had to lead us here.To join Heresy After Hours, join the Facebook group. This is where the livestreams will take place every Sunday at 10 AM PST.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on Friday's Bonus Show.LINKShttps://www.patreon.com/quoircasthttps://www.patheos.com/editorial/podcasts
Apr 4, 2025 • 1h 5min
BONUS SHOW: How's that Trump Economy Doing?
In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith talk about the Trump tariffs and how it will crush the US economy. Plus, a return of a favorite advertiser, TheoBeards!If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show.Pick up Keith and Matt's book, Reading Romans Right, today!Please consider signing up to financially support the Network: QuoirCast on PatreonLINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on Patheos
Apr 1, 2025 • 53min
#224: Embodied Mysticism in a Broken World with Angie Von Slaughter & Roger Wolsey
In this episode, we are joined by Roger Wolsey and Angie Von Slaughter to discuss healthy spirituality in a world that is falling apart.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!LINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on PatheosPANELAngie Von SlaughterRoger Wolsey
Mar 28, 2025 • 59min
BONUS SHOW: The Not-So-Subtle Homophobia of the United States
In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith take a multi-part call from a long-time listener, and discuss the not-so-subtle homophobia that pervades the United States.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show.Pick up Keith and Matt's book, Reading Romans Right, today!Please consider signing up to financially support the Network: QuoirCast on PatreonLINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on Patheos
