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Author Christa Hardin discusses using the Enneagram in marriage to enhance relationships. Topics include harnessing the power of the Enneagram in couples work, exploring Enneagram instincts for marital harmony, navigating conflict resolution, and understanding the influence of fathers on children's gender attitudes.

The podcast discusses the phenomenon of evangelical echo chambers and the danger of accepting authority without question. They explore the Allegory of the Cave and resistance to new knowledge, touching on problematic perspectives on sex and the importance of addressing women's needs. The hosts also talk about the Dunning Kruger effect and arrogant lecturing on women's experiences in sex, and the problem of education within evangelicalism. They discuss the issue of evangelical sex teachers critiquing meta analysis despite not being qualified, and challenge the idea of faith without questioning. The chapter ends with a discussion on avoiding echo chambers and the importance of critical thinking.

Terran Williams, author of How God Sees Women and What's So Amazing About Scripture, joins the podcast to discuss their journey from complementarianism to egalitarianism. They examine flawed aspects of complementarianism, emphasize the importance of women's voices in church leadership, explore stories where Jesus interacts with women, and address challenges in navigating conversations about complementarianism. They offer advice on dealing with closed-minded pastors and the fear of gaslighting.

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Meghan Tschanz and Devi Abraham discuss the problematic aspects of the book "For Women Only" by Shaunti Feldhahn. They delve into the flawed survey research and criticize the unreliable statistics and questionable methodology used in the book. They also address the author's lack of accountability and explore the portrayal of men in the book and Christianity. The speakers discuss cultural expectations around sex in marriage, critique the book's biased survey responses, and highlight the downplaying of the female voice within evangelicalism. They also touch on men's emotional needs, the evolution of messengers in evangelicalism, and the harmful teachings that perpetuate disrespect towards men. Ultimately, they express concern about the influence of young people on Instagram and the impact of harmful teachings on men's mental health.

The podcast discusses the claim that complementarian men make the best husbands. They examine the impact of religiosity on conservative Christian men, measuring the effects of conservative beliefs on marriages, and the negative consequences of practicing complementarianism. They also compare Canadian and American universities, emphasize the importance of proper academic research and citing credible sources, and critique outdated research and misrepresentation.

Rebecca Davis, author of Untwisting the Scriptures, talks about toxic teachings on suffering, including word searches and historical contexts. They discuss the upcoming release of Davis's fifth book, toxic teaching on suffering and Jesus' example, victim mentality, untwisting teachings on parenting, recognizing victimhood, and choosing not to make use of rights.

Parenting expert Wendy Snyder discusses the importance of parenting without yelling and promoting discipline and kindness. Topics include positive discipline, shifting from a punishment mindset, the long-term effects of punitive measures on children, parenting challenges and strategies, and parenting with love, acceptance, and firmness. Join their upcoming webinar on September 14th!

The podcast discusses the societal expectations and injustice portrayed in the Barbie movie, exploring the impact of patriarchy on women and men. It also delves into the concept of hierarchy in marriage, critiques a scene in the movie, and highlights the controversy surrounding the representation of women. Additionally, it explores the reasons behind women in South Korea avoiding marriage and not wanting children, linking it to gender-based violence and traditional gender roles.

The hosts discuss toxic teachings in biblical marriage, analyze biblical stories, and critique a book's lack of contextual understanding. They explore the message of gospel writers and reflect on parenting, faith, and interpreting scripture through Jesus. They discuss the timeline of the Bible's completion and the nature of God, emphasizing Jesus' teachings. The chapter also explores prioritizing Jesus, New Testament household codes, and expectations and growth in marriage.