

Heretic Happy Hour
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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.
New shows every Tuesday, with bonus episodes on Fridays and Sundays.
Episodes
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Nov 24, 2020 • 1h 11min
#090: Finding Church After Deconstruction (HOTW: Brenda Davies of God is Grey)
In part 2 of our Reconstruction Series, Rev. Dr. Katy Valentine talks about her own deconstruction process and why it was so important for her to find the "right" church. Plus, Heretic of the Week, Brenda Davies of God is Grey.
Show Links:
Katy's Course: Finding the Perfect Church for You
Keith's Course: Square 1

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Nov 10, 2020 • 1h 14min
#089: Quantum Reconstruction (HOTW: Rob Bell)
Derrick Day, host of the Forward podcast and author of Deructing Religion, pairs up with Rob Bell, renowned author of Love Wins and a modern theological voice. They delve into the fascinating intersection of quantum physics and spirituality, suggesting heaven and hell are states of consciousness rather than destinations. Their discussion challenges rigid beliefs, emphasizing the role of heretics in sparking innovation within faith. Day and Bell explore how science can reshape our understanding of divine love and existence, encouraging a fresh, holistic view of spirituality.

Oct 27, 2020 • 1h 9min
#088: The Valentine Day Hostile Takeover!
Katy Valentine and Derrick Day take over this special episode of the Heretic Happy Hour podcast to discuss their spiritual journeys and their books: For You Were Bought with a Price: Sex, Slavery, and Self-Control in a Pauline Community (GlossaHouse) and Deconstructing Religion.

Oct 13, 2020 • 1h 13min
#087: JFK, 9/11, and the Illuminati (HOTW: Blake Mundell)
In our final Conspiracy Theory episode, the gang explores: Who shot JFK? Was 9-11 an inside job? Are the Illuminati running the world? All this and more will be revealed. Plus, Blake Mundell is our Heretic of the Week.

Sep 29, 2020 • 1h 25min
#086: QAnon, 5G, and Covid! (HOTW: Rita Nakashima Brock)
Are we immune to common sense? It's time to retire your tinfoil hats and get real about QAnon, 5G, and the Covid conspiracies. Plus, Rita Nakashima Brock, author of Proverbs of Ashes : Violence, Redemptive Suffering, and the Search for What Saves Us, is our Heretic of the Week!

Sep 15, 2020 • 1h 30min
#085: The Truth Is Out There (HOTW: Sara Moslener)
Our "Conspiracy Theory" series continues with Aliens, UFOs, and the Moon Landing. Plus, Sara Moslener, author of Virgin Nation: Sexual Purity and American Adolescence, as our Heretic of the Week!

Sep 1, 2020 • 1h 21min
#084: Sasquatch, Flat Earth, and HAARP! (HOTW: John Zada)
Is Sasquatch real? Could the earth indeed be flat? Is HAARP causing earthquakes through a so-called innocent study of the ionosphere? Join us for the kick-off episode of our “Conspiracy Theory” series. Plus, John Zada, author of In the Valleys of the Noble Beyond: In Search of the Sasquatch, joins us as our Heretic of the Week!

Aug 18, 2020 • 1h 26min
#083: Abolish or Fulfill? (HOTW: Dillon Naber Cruz)
In our final episode of the Sermon on the Mount series, we look at whether Jesus contradicts, fulfills, or abolishes the Old Covenant. Plus, what Jesus says about divorce and the Golden Rule. Featuring Dillon Naber Cruz, author of Go Golden: Applying a Universal Religious Teaching and the Ethics of Permaculture to Create a Sustainable, Just, Happier Society, as our Heretic of the Week!

Aug 4, 2020 • 1h 14min
#082: Let Us Pray (HOTW: Jeremy Courtney from Preemptive Love Coalition)
Most of us think we already know what the Lord's Prayer is all about. But most of us are wrong. So wrong. Let us set you sinners straight. Plus, Jeremy Courtney, from Preemptive Love Coalition, is our Heretic of the Week!

Jul 21, 2020 • 1h 10min
#081: Staying Salty (HOTW: Ron Stallworth, The Black Klansman)
Why does Jesus talk about being salt, light, and a city on the hill? Plus, Ron Stallworth, The Black Klansman, is our Heretic of the Week!