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Brandi Miller
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Reclaiming My Theology
...From Empire: Authoritarianism and Fascism w/ Jarrod McKenna
In this episode Brandi is joined by Jarrod McKenna to lay a primer foundation about authoritarianism and fascism in the Christian worldview and what we can do to come back to the way of Jesus. You can find Jarrod's work here and learn more about God 's Story Told By God's Children here!If you like what you hear you can subscribe, rate, review, or tell others about the show. You can help make the show happen financially on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology.If you have comments, questions, or requests please contact u...
2025-03-04
1h 12
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Empire: Desire and Resistance w/ Tracey Gee
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Tracey Gee to talk about the necessity of knowing our desires in the midst of empire. They talk about how unlearning the theology and practices that many of our communities offered us might help us to be more healthy, free, and connected in the face of the powers and tools of empire. You can find Tracey's work here and get the book wherever books are sold!If you like what you hear you can subscribe, rate, review, or tell others about the show. You can help make the...
2025-01-28
1h 09
Reclaiming My Theology
...from Empire: Evangelism w/ David Gate
In this episode, Brandi is joined by poet and creative David Gate to talk about evangelism and the ways the modern western approaches to it prime Christians toward colonialism, accepting propaganda, and politically violent ideology and practice. You can find David's work at the link above and his substack here!If you like what you hear you can subscribe, rate, review, or tell others about the show. You can help make the show happen financially on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology.If you have comments, questions, or requests please contact us at reclaimingmytheology...
2024-12-10
1h 24
Reclaiming My Theology
...from Empire: Soul Care and Empire w/ Hailey Mitsui
In the episode Brandi is joined by Hailey Mitsui of Soul Reparations to talk about how we can sustain and give attention the well-being of our souls in the midst of ever-loudening imperial realities.OUR 2024 ADVENT DEVOTIONAL ALL OF US, TOGETHER: NAVIGATING ADVENT UNDER THE WEIGHT OF EMPIRE IS NOW LIVE. You can get a copy at https://www.reclaimingmytheology.org/shop .You can find Hailey's personal work and practice here and can sign up to either recieve of donate toward Soul Reparations spiritual direction services here! If you like what you hear yo...
2024-11-27
1h 04
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Empire: State Violence w/ Cassie Chee
In this episode, Brandi sits down with activist Cassie Chee to talk about how state violence is developed, normalized, and can be resisted in the Christian imagination and in our politics. If you like what you hear you can subscribe, rate, review, or tell others about the show. You can help make the show happen financially on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology.If you have comments, questions, or requests please contact us at reclaimingmytheology@gmail.com or through the contact page at reclaimingmytheology.org.Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, produced and edited by...
2024-10-25
1h 06
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Empire: How We Learn Empire w/ Mariko Clark
In this episode, Brandi is joined by author and storyteller Mariko Clark to talk about how we learn empire and the development of imperial values in how we raise our children and really, how we learn as adults what was never explicitly framed for us. They talk about how the bible is used as a tool to entrench children's thinking into the ways of empire and some of the ways that we can do differently. In this episode they mention D.L. and Krispin Mayfields "Strongwilled" project which you can find here. If you want so get...
2024-10-14
57 min
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Empire: Messiahs, Kings, and Rulers w/ Barnabas Lin
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Barnabas Lin to talk about messiahs, kings, and rulers. They discuss the many ways that reliance on so-called sovereign leaders to save them has led not only to idolatry and dysfunction, but also greater enmeshment in systems that oppress and play God. Barnabas will be facilitating Oriented to Love: A Dialogue about Sexual and Gender Diversity in the Church with Christians for Social Action next spring and you can learn more about how to participate here! If you like what you hear you can subscribe, rate, review, or te...
2024-09-12
1h 18
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Empire: What is Empire? w/Scott Hall
In this inaugural episode of Reclaiming [our] Theology from Empire, Brandi is joined by Scott Hall of White People Work to talk about the basics of empire in and out of scripture. This episode was recorded a few months before the 2024 U.S. General Election, so there is conversation about the impact of empire on politics in real time as well as at a more micro/individual level. If you like what you hear you can subscribe, rate, review, or tell others about the show. You can help make the show happen financially on patreon at patreon...
2024-09-05
1h 16
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: TradWives w/ Allison Sanders
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Allison Sanders to talk about tradwives. They dive into the history of this broader idea and the ways that it reinforces the binaries, roles, and expectations that build what we know of as purity culture. If you like what you hear you can subscribe, rate, review, or tell others about the show. You can help make the show happen financially on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology. If you have comments, questions, or requests please contact us at reclaimingmytheology@gmail.com or through the contact page at reclaimingmytheology.org.
2024-05-22
1h 18
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: The Politics of Purity Culture w/ Dr. Sara Moslener
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Dr. Sara Moslener, author of Virgin Nation to do a survey of the politics and history of purity culture. They discuss that purity culture, birthed out of political movements, entrenches us more deeply in racism, social control mechanisms, and conservative politics.You can find her work here and the Pure White Podcast here. If you like what you hear you can subscribe, rate, review, or tell others about the show. You can help make the show happen financially on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology. If you h...
2024-04-26
59 min
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Desire w/ Dr. Hillary McBride
In this epsiode, Brandi is joined by registered psychologist Dr. Hillary McBride to talk about desire. They discuss the ways the desire is tamped in Christian space in ways the stunt or delay development and ways that we can come back to ourselves and our desire as we disengage with purity culture.You can find her work here and the Holy Hurt Podcast here. You can also find her on socials at @hillaryliannamcbrideIf you like what you hear you can subscribe, rate, review, or tell others about the show. You can help make t...
2024-03-29
45 min
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Christian Romance w/ D.L. Mayfield
In this episode, Brandi is joined by D.L. Mayfield to talk about Christian romance- the industry, the reality, and the implications. They explore the tenants and construction of Christian romance as well as some ways that we can rebuild under less oppressive and limiting ideologies. If you like what you hear you can subscribe, rate, review, or tell others about the show. You can help make the show happen financially on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology. If you have comments, questions, or requests please contact us at reclaimingmytheology@gmail.com or through the contact p...
2024-03-12
1h 08
Reclaiming My Theology
Reclaiming Our Theology in the Wilderness w/ Sarah Bessey
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Sarah Bessey to talk about how we hold onto our spirituality and personhood when we find ourselves outside of the spaces and ideas that formed us. You can find Sarah's work, including her new book here and can find her online at @sarahbesseyIf you like what you hear you can subscribe, rate, review, or tell others about the show. You can help make the show happen financially on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology. If you have comments, questions, or requests please contact us at reclaimingmytheology@g...
2024-02-21
54 min
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Virginity w/ Erna Kim Hackett
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Erna Kim Hackett (@liberatedtogether) to explore the concept of virginity, its cultural implications, its theological roots and how it separates us from ourselves, others, and inhibits our relationship with God...maybe just not how we thought it would. Erna Kim Hackett is the founder and leader of Liberated Together where she creates community for Women of Color, Queer WOC, and non-binary folks who have been shaped by Christianity to explore liberated and embodied theology, decolonized approaches to social justice, and radical solidarities across ethnic lines. If you l...
2024-02-14
1h 24
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Militarism w/ Camille Hernandez
*note- due to a technical glitch, Brandi's audio clips and cuts a bit, our apologies for the technical issues and thank you for your patience.___In this episode Brandi is joined by author, theologian, and poet Camille Hernandez to talk about the ways that military metaphors and ideologies shape how we are taught to engage with our own bodies, romance, and sex. They discuss the ways that violence is folded into the core of how many of us were taught to think about these things. If you like what you hear you can s...
2023-12-07
1h 07
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Consent w/ E Kole
In this episode, Brandi is joined by E Kole to talk about consent- what it is, how we learn it, and the places in out spirituality that keep us from being able to do it well. If you like what you hear you can subscribe, rate, review, or tell others about the show. You can help make the show happen financially on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology. If you have comments, questions, or requests please contact us at reclaimingmytheology@gmail.com or through the contact page at reclaimingmytheology.org.Reclaiming My Theology is re...
2023-11-17
1h 17
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Sacred Self Care w/ Dr. Chanequa Walker-Barnes
In this episode Brandi is joined by psychologist, professor, and preacher Dr. Chanequa Walker-Barnes to talk about Sacred Self Care. They discuss the ways that our distorted views of God and self prevent us from being able to create spaces of care and groundedness in out lives. They specifically talk about the ways that purity culture create and perpetuates narratives that make it deeply challenging to care for our holistic selves.*Explicit designator for strong language You can find Dr. Chanequa podcast Meditating with Dr. Chanequa here and can find her recently released book Sacred Se...
2023-11-02
58 min
Reclaiming My Theology
...Purity Culture: Reimagining Sex and Intimacy After Purity Culture w/ Jenny Hall
In this episode Brandi is joined by artist and creative Jenny Hall to talk about the role that symbols and images play in our conception of purity culture/ ourselves in it. They explore images, new and old, and ask how engaging with new or new to us images in and our of the scriptures might contribute to our healing. You can find Jenny's work and sign up for her Creative Spirituality class here. If you like what you hear you can subscribe, rate, review, or tell others about the show. You can help make the...
2023-10-04
1h 08
Reclaiming My Theology
Reclaiming Our Theology w/ Brandi Miller (and guest host Erna Kim Hackett)
In this episode the tables are turned as Erna Kim Hackett (@liberatedtogether) dialouges with Brandi, the host of Reclaiming My Theology about what the last three years of this work have meant, what we have learned together, how Creator has shown up, and where we are going. If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave a review, or tell a friend about the show. You can also support us on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology. Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and produced by Brandi Miller- our music is by Sanchez Fair T...
2023-06-14
53 min
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Fetishization w/ Bianca Mabute-Louie
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Bianca Mabute-Louie (@beyonkz) to talk about fetishization. They discuss the ways that this particular form of reducing people to singular attributes creates the context for violence, assimilation, and ultimately a separation from self, others, and God. If you want to support Reclaiming My Theology you can rate and review the podcast, it goes a long way to helping others find the podcast. You can also join us on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology. Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited and produced by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sa...
2023-05-18
1h 16
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Privacy w/ Elizabeth Moraff
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Elizabeth Moraff to talk about the intersection of purity culture and privacy. They talk about the theologies used to violate privacy as well as the role of privacy in out holistic becoming. If you like what you hear you can subscribe, rate, review, or join us on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology. Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, mixed, and edited by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sanchez Fair.Taking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. @reclaimingmytheology
2023-04-26
1h 31
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Partner Violence w/ Tamice Spencer-Helms
In this episode, Brandi (she/her) is joined by Tamice Spencer-Helms (she/they) to talk about partner violence. They discuss the ways that Evangelical Christian theolgoy both creates the context for and a limit to the pathways out of partner and domestic violence. They talk about redemptive views of God that center survivors and provide frameworks for those in the midst it it and those who want to be of support. If you are currently unsafe and in need of resources, the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence is a solid place to start a journey toward getting...
2023-04-12
1h 05
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Marriage, Sex, and Purity Culture w/ Ben and Andrea Emerson
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Ben and Andrea Emerson to talk about the impacts of purity culture on relationships- marriage in particular. They talk about the expectations given about and before marriage and the ways that the tools we are often given in our faith experiences fail to set us up for health and enjoyment in our relationships. If you want to support the show, you can by following, rating, reviewing, or joining us on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology.Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and produced by Brandi Miller, our music i...
2023-03-22
1h 15
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Self-Suppression w/ Arielle Estoria
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Arielle Estoria about self-suppression, how we learn it, the impacts it has, and how our theology/relationship to got gets warped in the in between. They also discuss her new book The Unfolding: An Invitation to Come Back to Yourself and the various ways it can help us to move forward in this journey to and with ourselves and God. If you want to support reclaiming my theology, you can share with a friend, follow, subscribe or join us on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology. Reclaiming My Theology is...
2023-03-03
1h 01
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Reclaiming the Bible From Purity Culture w/ Marty Solomon
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Marty Solomon of the BEMA podcast, to talk about the questions that we are often led to ask about the bible, sex, dating, purity culture, and relationship to one another. They explore both interpretation strategies and specific texts to offer pathways for engaging the text that go beyond the flat readings that we have been given. You can find Marty's work and his recently released book "Asking Better Questions of the Bible" here. If you like what you hear you can follow, rate, review or join us on pa...
2023-02-18
57 min
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Men, Masculinity, and Purity Culture w/ Jonathan Walton
In this episode, Brandi is joined by friend Jonathan Walton to talk about man, masculinity, and purity culture, specifically the ways that men are taught a theology of dominance, exploitation, emotional stuntedness and repression in the teachings of purity culture (and porn). They explore the impacts on women, non-binary and trans folks, and on men themselves. You can find Jonathan online at @foreverfocused or his publishing company Keeping the Faith (KTF) Press at https://www.ktfpress.com/If you would like to support the work of Reclaiming My Theology, you can follow, rate, review, tell yo...
2023-02-01
1h 07
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Modesty w/ Chrissy Davies
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Chrissy Davies to talk about modesty. They discuss the ways that theology and Christian culture create the context for shame, disconnection, and dissociation while not actually connecting us more deeply with God. NEWS: RECLAIMING MY THEOLOGY IS MOVING TO A BI-WEEKLY (2x/month) SCHEDULE. We hope to use the time to increase quality at RMT across the board and to give more energy and time to developing new things for all listeners, and in particular, folks in our pattern community. If you want to support the sh...
2023-01-11
1h 10
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Sexual Shame w/ Dr. Tina Schermer Sellers
In this episode, Brandi is joined by sex therapist and educator Dr. Tina Schermer Sellers to talk about sexual shame. They discuss how theology, research, Christian culture and more harm our sense of self and relationship to others. They also seek to provide pathways toward healing, self awareness, and education in the midst of purity culture. If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, rate, review, or just keep listening. If you want to support the show financially, you can do so on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology. Reclaiming My Theology is recorded and edi...
2022-11-29
1h 11
Reclaiming My Theology
...From American Politics: What Are Christian Politics w/ Nikki Toyama Szeto (Re-Release!)
In this re-released episode of Reclaiming My Theology from American Politics (2020), Brandi is joined by the executive director of Christians for Social Action, Nikki Toyama-Szeto. They discuss politics: what politics are, how Christians often operate in them, and alternative values to guide our journey of this season. Please send questions to reclaimingmytheology@gmail.com, subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear and join us on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology.Reclaiming My Theology is recorded and edited by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sanchez Fair. Taking our theology back fr...
2022-11-08
1h 02
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Race and Purity Culture w/ Angie Hong
In this epsidoe Brandi is joined by Angie Hong of Kinship Commons to talk about race, white supremacy, and coloniality in purity culture. They talk about the ways that race and racism are woven into how Christians define purity and about ways to move forward as we reclaim our theology. You can find Angie on all things internet at @angiekayhong and angiekayhong.com. You can find the article that she wrote for The Atlantic, The Flaw at the Center of Purity Culture.You can support the work of Reclaiming My Theology by joining us on...
2022-10-25
1h 09
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: Christian Rape Culture w/ Patricia Taylor
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Patricia Taylor to talk about the unique ways that Christian spaces create, uphold, and perpetuate rape culture. Note: This conversation is generally inexplicit and shys away from descriptions of violence beyond general facts. But even so, they talk about issues that many of us have been impacted by and thus we invite folks to listen and hold themselves with caution and tenderness. You can find Patty online:InstagramYou can find the legacy trip she mentions here. If you like and want to support th...
2022-10-18
1h 24
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: What is Purity Culture...Culture? w/ Karla Mendoza
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Karla Mendoza to unpack from of the culture tenants of purity culture. They discuss how music, community formation, media, and so much more make up the extra-biblical culture of purity culture. You can find Karla's work at: El Cafecito w/ Karla Podcast You can find her writing here. And you can find her recommended podcast Dear Soft Black Woman here.If you like and want to support the work of Reclaiming My Theology, can follow, review/rate, or share with a friend. You can also jo...
2022-10-11
1h 24
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: What Does the Bible Say About Sex? w/ Jazzy Johnson
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Jazzy Johnson to take a look not just what the bible says about sex, but also how that question fundamentally shapes how we approach the bible in our search for a sexual ethic. If you like what you hear, please rate, review, shoot us a 5-star review, share with a friend or join us on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology. Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and produced by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sanchez Fair.Taking our theology back from ideas and systems that op...
2022-09-27
1h 36
Reclaiming My Theology
Deconstruction 201: When We Walk Away w/ Jonathan Martin
In this episode before we take a break for the summer, Brandi is joined by Jonathan Martin (@jonathanamartin) to talk about how we encounter God, ourselves, and genuine community as we walk away from ideas, communities, and structures that formed us. You can find his new book The Road Away From God where ever books are sold. If you want to support RMT you can do so by continuing to listen, sharing, rating, reviewing or supporting us financially on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology. Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and produced by Brandi Miller, our m...
2022-06-24
1h 28
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Purity Culture: What is Purity w/ Amy-Jill Levine
In this foretaste of what is to come in the upcoming season on purity culture, Brandi and joined by Dr. Amy-Jill Levine to talk about what purity is in Jewish life and though and where Christians go wrong in thinking about both purity and purity culture. If you like what you here or just want to support, you can do so are patreon.com/reclaimingmytheology or simply keep listening, sharing, rating, and reviewing. Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, produced, and edited by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sanchez Fair.Ta...
2022-06-21
51 min
Reclaiming My Theology
Reclaiming My Theology X Truths Table
In this episode, Brandi is joined by the prolific women of truths table to talk all things their new book, whole life discipleship, and how learning with and from Black women might make us all more free. If you haven't listened to Truths Table, you can find it anywhere you listen to podcasts and you can find their book Trutht Table: Black Women's Musings on Life, Love, and Liberation wherever book are sold! If you like what you hear please leave us a review, share with a friend, or join us on Patreon at patreon.com...
2022-06-07
53 min
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy: Submission w/ Benita Ki
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Benita Ki of Civic Roasters, to talk about submission and how a theology of resistance might align us more with the way of Jesus and put us in solidarity with our neighbors and our greater collective well-being. You can support Benita and her work on the ground by joining their crowdfunding campaign or by buying their coffee https://www.civicroasters.com/crowdfunding. You can find them online at @civicroasters. If you like what you hear, you can follow, rate, review, or just keep listening and telling folks about the...
2022-05-25
1h 09
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy: Divorce w/ Latifah Alattas
In this episode, Brandi is joined by musician, produced, and all around dope human Latifah Alattas to talk about divorce. They discuss the culture in Christian spaces that often keeps people in marriages without understanding the full human impact of our often disembodied theology. You can find Latifah's album Divorce where ever you stream or buy your musicand can find the podcast that accompanies the album here and her podcast with friends Fun Parts here. If you want to help RMT grow, you can follow, rate or leave us a 5 star review. You can als...
2022-05-17
1h 19
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy: Abortion w/ Mako Nagasawa
In this episode, Brandi and Mako tackle some of the foundational logics, histories, and theologies about abortion in the U.S. In a social and political environment where things are often considered simple or straight forward, especially on this issue, they seek to bring depth, integrity, and compassion in this conversation. You can find Makos work at https://www.anastasiscenter.org/ or purchase and read his book Abortion Policy and Christian Social Ethics in the United States wherever books are sold. You can support reclaiming my theology by subscribing, rating, reviewing or joining us on patre...
2022-05-04
1h 14
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy: Men and Emotions w/ Barnabas Lin
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Barnabas Lin to talk about men, emotions, and the ways that patriarchy robs men of their ability to not only be fully themselves, but fully loved, seen, and known by others. if you like what you hear you can follow, rate, review, or join us on patreon at patreon.com/reclaimingmytheologyReclaiming My Theology was recorded, edited and produced by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sanchez Fair. Taking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. @reclaimingmytheology
2022-04-28
1h 12
Reclaiming My Theology
...from Patriarchy: Patriarchal Foundations w/ Dr. Brian Bantum
In the episode, Brandi is join my Dr. Brian Bantum to talk about the foundations and formation of patriarchy, particularly in Christianity. They discuss how mens sense of self is form, how it plays out, and how more artistic and open readings of the scriptures allow men a path to freedom and the rest of us a glimpse of what life could look like if men were less…mediocre. If you like what you hear, please subscribe, leave a review and tell you friends about the show. you can also support us financially on Patreon at patreon.com...
2022-04-19
1h 20
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy: Patriarchal Ableism w/ Dr. Amy Kenny
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Dr. Amy Kenny, author of the forthcoming book My Body is Not a Prayer Request, to talk about the intersection of patriarchy and ableism. They discuss the ways that patriarchy shapes the "ideal" body as a non-disabled one and how the ideology and its implications harm us all. If you like you what you hear you can subscribe, rate, and review or join us on patreon at patreon.com/brandinicoReclaiming My Theology is recorded, written, and produced by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sanchez Fair. Ta...
2022-04-12
1h 17
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy: Progressing (and Healing) Masculinity w/ Danté Stewart
In this episode Brandi and is joined by Dante Stewart to interrogate some of the problems with progressive masculinity and what it might take to move us forward into a more faithful and good way. You can find Danté and his work at https://www.dantecstewart.com/about, or on socials at @stewartdantec. Snag out Lent 2022 Devotional at shopRMT.comJoin us on Patreon at patreon.com/brandinico Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and produced by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sanchez Fair. Taking our theology back from ideas...
2022-03-08
45 min
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy: White Christian Womanhood w/ Roxy Hornbeck
This week Brandi is joined by Roxy Hornbeck to talk about the formation, impact and future of white women in church/ theological spaces. They talk about the common traps and pitfalls that happen in white women's theological development, the ways that women of color are encouraged to perform white womanhood, and how to pursue justice outside of all of that more deeply. You can find our Lent devotional at shopRMT.comIf you want to support our work, leave a review, subscribe, or join us financially on patreon at patreon.com/brandinico. Reclaiming My Th...
2022-03-01
1h 28
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy and Patriarchy: Contemplative Liberation w/ Cole Arthur Riley
In this epsidoe Brandi is joined by creator of Black Liturgies (@blackliturgies) and author of the now out (TODAY) book This Here Flesh, Cole Arthur Riley. They talk about how Black contemplative practices can help us from from outside of our bodies to having greater relationship with ourselves and our connection to the divine. You can find her book where ever books are sold (ITS MAD GOOD, Y'ALL). Our lent devotional has just dropped for this year (the e-book will be up at the end of the week of 2/21), so grab a copy at shoprmt.com...
2022-02-22
52 min
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy: "The One" w/ Erna Kim Hackett
In this episode, Brandi is once again joined by Erna Kim Hackett to talk about the idea of "the one" and how this emphasis on a mystical figure who will fulfill all your needs embeds itself in our theology, our desires, as well as our systems and structures. Happy Valentines Day...I guess. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate, review and tell your friends about us. You can join our patreon at patreon.com/brandinico. Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and produced by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sanchez Fai...
2022-02-15
1h 15
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy: Pregnancy and Birthing People w/ Sarah Le
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Sarah Le, a birth doula, to talk about how we can liberate our theology and become more embodied and free through more deeply understanding the experiences of birthing people. They talk about how birthing has been used to build empires and buttress oppression and what can be learned from considering our own births as a pathway to deeper embodiment whether we will ever ourselves give birth or not. You can find Sarah at sarahlebirthwork.com or on instagram at @sarahle.birthwork. Please subscribe, rate, review and share, and joi...
2022-02-09
1h 16
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy: Queerness and Patriarchy w/ Dr. Sarah Moon
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Dr. Sarah Moon (@thequeerkoreanpsychologist) to talk about the ways that queerness and queer people are impacted by patriarchal worldviews and theology. They talk about the potential for queerness to free all of us, Queer or not, by creating room for expansiveness, exploration, and more freedom. You can support our work on patreon at patreon.com/brandinicoReclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited and produced by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sanchez Fair. Taking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. @reclaimingmytheology
2022-02-02
1h 07
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy: Disassociation w/ Hailey Mitsui
In this episode, Brandi talks with spiritual director and embodiment coach Hailey Mitsui about disassociation. Neither Brandi nor Hailey are psychologists, and approach this conversation from the colloquial conversation happening in culture at large. They talk about the impacts of trauma on our bodies, the ways we distance ourselves to cope, and some ways that we can come back into our bodies for the sake of our health and our relationship with God. You can find Hailey at haileymitsui.com and on instagram @haileymitsuiYou can join the team on patreon at patreon.com/brandinico o...
2022-01-25
1h 05
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy: Bodies w/ Arielle Estoria
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Arielle Estoria to talk about bodies- what they are, how we are shaped, the things that our theology takes from us, and how to reclaim a better relationship with our body, each other, and God. You can find Arielle on Instagram at @arielleestoria Her website is arielleestoria.comThe opening poem, This Body, can be found in its video form here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6Fpw47MMq4If you want to join us in making Reclaiming My Theology a reality each week, y...
2022-01-18
1h 16
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy: Women in Leadership w/ Cassandra Chee
In this episode, Brandi talks with Cassandra Chee as they expand the frames of how we thing and talk about women in ministry. They talk about the logical fallacies or things that you have to believe about God and scripture to be practice complementarian theology as well as ways to shift our approaches, honor our ancestors, and pave the way for others. If you want to support reclaiming my theology, you can subscribe, rate, and review, and if you are interested in supporting us financially, you can do so at patreon.com/brandinico. Reclaiming My Th...
2022-01-11
1h 20
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy: Misogyny w/ Tori Williams Douglass
In this episode, Brandi talks with Tori Douglass about misogyny, the bible, and how we can unlearn the hatred of women through shifting away from dehumanizing (implicitly and explicitly) people who are not cis-men. You can find Tori at: Toriglass.com@ToriGlasshttps://www.patreon.com/toriglassIf you want to help out RMT, you can subscribe, follow, rate, and review, check us out on instagram, or join us on patreon at patreon.com/brandinicoReclaiming My Theology is recorded, produced, and edited by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sa...
2022-01-04
1h 14
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy: Toxic Masculinity w/ Myles Markham
In this episode, Brandi sits down with Myles Markham to talk about toxic masculinity and the ways that it shapes how we approach our theology, God, and ourselves. They also make space to consider the ways that reclaiming our theology might look a lot more gentle and more like friendship and practicing presence than we might think. Please subscribe, rate, review and join us on patreon at patreon.com/brandinico.Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited and produced by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sanchez Fair. Taking our theology back from ideas an...
2021-12-15
1h 14
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy: God as Mother w/ Jenny Hall
In this episode, Brandi talks with Jenny Hall about what is lost when we lose or avoid the idea of God as mother. They dive into the theology of God as mother, thinking through the healing we need to do, and offer some ways of being more fully...with the fullness of God. If you like what you hear, subscribe rate and review where ever you listen to podcast and if you want to help keep this thing going you can join us on patreon at patreon.com/brandinico. Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, an...
2021-12-07
59 min
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy and Purity Culture: Christian Patriarchy 101 w/ Erna Kim Hackett
In this foundational episode for this season, Brandi and Erna talk about how Christian patriarchy uniquely damages our sense of God, self, and others as well as ways that we might pivot toward health and wholeness. If you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate, and review or join us financially at patreon.com/brandinicoReclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and produced by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sanchez Fair. Taking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. @reclaimingmytheology
2021-11-30
1h 28
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy and Purity Culture: How Patriarchy Kills Our Spirituality w/ Ellen Hoffman
In this episode, Brandi is joined by spiritual director Ellen Hoffman to discuss the ways that patriarchal assumptions and assertions about God pull us away from ourselves and consequently from God. She offers windows into how to pursue authenticity and healing as well as new frameworks to understand the divine!You can find our advent book now at shopRMT.comYou can join us on patreon at patreon.com/brandinicoReclaiming My Theology is produced, edited, and recorded by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sanchez Fair . Taking our theology back from i...
2021-11-23
1h 03
Reclaiming My Theology
...From Patriarchy and Purity Culture: The Problem of Patriarchy w/ Willie James Jennings
We are back! In this season launch, Brandi starts our new season on patriarchy and purity culture talking about the many problems of patriarchy. They talk about the problems with centering couples and families, the brutality of masculinity, problems in theology, and more. We have also launched the *NEW* 2021 Advent devotional, and it is available for purchase at shopRMT.com.If you like what you hear and want to support the work of Reclaiming My Theology, you can join on patreon at patreon.com/brandinico.Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and produced by...
2021-11-16
1h 03
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Make it Make Sense (Season Close Q & A)
We did it! After 40+ episodes on White supremacy culture, we are closing out with a little Q and A/ space for advice. Brandi is joined (safely and in person) by Erna Hackett and Sean Watkins to dialogue about your questions. Special thanks to patrons for making this all happen and to everyone who has listened and shared, it means the world. We will be back after a short hiatus to start our next long form series on patriarchy and purity culture. It'll be a doozy. Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited and produced by Brandi Mi...
2021-09-04
1h 38
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Uniqueness ("Uniquely Christian") w/ Ben Emerson
In this episode, Brandi and Ben have a cross faith (or something like that) dialogue to talk about how Christians need for uniqueness and weird relationship with ideas about holiness make us miss out on a lot that life, our communities and our own bodies have to offer. You can find Ben online: Twitter: @jbemersonInstagram: @j_b_emersonBook: https://www.amazon.com/Kraken-Christmas-S-C-R-D/dp/B093CHHHYKReclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and produced by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sanchez Fair.Taking our theology back from ide...
2021-08-20
1h 02
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Toxic Positivity w/ Danielle Mayfield
In this episode, Brandi talks with Danielle Mayfield (D.L. Mayfield) about toxic positivity and the ways that it robs us of our capacity to experience complex emotion, interact with God, and engage with pain in the world. You can find Danielle on instagram and twitter at @d_l_mayfield and can find her most recent book, Myth of the American Dream , wherever books are sold. If you like Reclaiming My Theology and wanna help keep it going, you can subscribe, rate, review, and share the podcast. If you want to financially support us...
2021-08-12
1h 03
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Disembodiment w/ Kat Armas
In this episode, Brandi talks with author, podcaster, and friend Kat Armas about disembodiment in Christian theology, and how we might come back to ourselves and our people. Kats book Abuelita Faith release tomorrow 8/10 and really is the best. You can purchase it here: http://bakerpublishinggroup.com/books/abuelita-faith/406161.You can also find Kat onilne at katarmas.com or on IG and twitter at @kat_armasIf you like Reclaiming My Theology and wanna help keep it going, you can subscribe, rate, review, and share the podcast. If you want to f...
2021-08-09
1h 12
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Power Hoarding w/ Dominique Gilliard
In this episode, Brandi talks with Dominique Gilliard, author of the forthcoming book Subversive Witness, to talk about power hoard and the ways the privilege, wielded by people of faith, poses a danger to our holistic well-being and life together. You can find Dominique online at https://dominiquegilliard.com/ or on social media at @dominiquedgilliardIf you like Reclaiming My Theology and wanna help keep it going, you can subscribe, rate, review, and share the podcast. If you want to financially support us (and get some perks), you can do so on patreon at...
2021-07-22
1h 11
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Comfort w/ Patricia A. Taylor
In this episode, Brandi talks with Patricia A. Taylor about comfort and the ways that when leaders pursue comfort and self protection, we all lose. You can find Patricia online at https://somethoughtsfromyourblackfriend.com/or on instagram at @patricia_a_taylorIf you like Reclaiming My Theology and wanna help keep it going, you can subscribe, rate, review, and share the podcast. If you want to financially support us (and get some perks), you can do so on patreon at patreon.com/brandinicoReclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and pro...
2021-07-15
1h 22
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Self-Reliance w/ Karla Mendoza
In this episode, Brandi talks with Karla Mendoza about how things like the nuclear family structure, protestant work ethic, and assumptions about our value as humans push Jesus people to self-reliant and costly ways of being. You can find Karla on instagram at @dearkarla and dearkarla.com!If you like Reclaiming My Theology and wanna help keep it going, you can subscribe, rate, review, and share the podcast. If you want to financially support us (and get some perks), you can do so on patreon at patreon.com/brandinicoReclaiming My Th...
2021-07-08
1h 07
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Future Orientation w/ Rose J. Percy
In this episode, Brandi talks with Rose Percy about future orientations and how our view of time and the future impacts how we see God, self, and others in the present.You can find Rose on instagram at @rosejpercy!If you like Reclaiming My theology and wanna help keep it going, you can subscribe, rate, review, and share the podcast. If you want to financially support us (and get some perks), you can do so on patreon at patreon.com/brandinicoReclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and produced by Brandi M...
2021-07-01
1h 14
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Virtue Signaling w/ Alicia T. Crosby
In this episode, Brandi talks with Alicia Crosby about virtue signaling and the ways that it is used in the church as well as in broader culture. Lots of language in this one, because...there it. You can find Alicia online at: https://www.aliciatcrosby.com/about@aliciatcrosbyYou can join our team on patreon at patreon.com/brandinicoReclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and produced by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sanchez Fair. Taking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. @recl...
2021-06-24
1h 14
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Coercion w/ Solome Haile
In this episode, Brandi talks with Solome Haile about coercion and the ways that it embeds itself in our faith spaces and upholds white supremacy by nature. This one is a doozy. You can find Solome on instagram at @solomehaile!If you like Reclaiming My theology and wanna help keep it going, you can subscribe, rate, review, and share the podcast. If you want to financially support us (and get some perks), you can do so on patreon at patreon.com/brandinicoReclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and produced by Br...
2021-06-10
1h 34
Reclaiming My Theology
Reclaiming My Theology 1 Year Anniversary w/ Annie Crawford
In this episode Brandi moves from the host seat to be interviewed by the other half of the Reclaiming My Theology team, Annie Crawford. They talk about the origins, values, hopes, and dreams for this podcast, community and for the future. If you want to support us financially, you can join our patreon at patreon.com/brandinico!Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, produced and edited by Brandi Miller and our music is by Sanchez Fair Taking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. @reclaimingmytheology
2021-06-03
56 min
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Authoritarianism w/ William Matthews
In this episode, Brandi is joined by William Matthews to talk about authoritarianism, how it impacts how we do church as well as the road is has paved/maintained for the rise authoritarianism in the U.S. Support us on patreon at patreon.com/brandinicoSubscribe, rate and review where ever you listen to podcasts. Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and produced by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sanchez Fair.Taking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. @reclaimingmytheology
2021-05-27
1h 22
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Xenophobia and Immigration w/ Karen Gonzalez
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Karen Gonzalez to talk about immigration, xenophobia and theology. Karen helps ground the conversation in history, theology, and helpful next steps as we attempt to have a theology formed by the way of Jesus and the wisdom of the Hebrew scriptures. You can find Karen on Instagram at @_karenjgonzalez You can find her book "The God Who Sees" here!If you want to help, please subscribe, rate, and review. If you would like to join the team that makes this podcast financially possible, you can join...
2021-05-06
1h 11
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Competition w/ Irene M. Cho
In this episode, Brandi and Irene talk about competition and ways to create a more collaborative inclusive future where people are simply measuring against one another in the name of progress. Y'all. This stuff goes deep. If you like what you hear please subscribe, rate, and review. You can join us on patreon at patreon.com/brandinico to get involved in extra episodes, workshops, and our discord community. Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and produced by Brandi Miller. Our music is by Sanchez Fair Taking our theology back from...
2021-04-29
1h 23
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Anti-Blackness w/ Erna Kim Hackett
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Erna Kim Hackett of Liberated Together to have a timely conversation about anti-blackness. They talk about where it comes from, how it is maintained, and how unlearning it can make us all more free and empathetic. They reference the four pillars of white supremacy that you can learn about here, as well the anti-blackness imposed on Dr. Chanequa Walker Barnes that can be found here. If you want to keep the show going, you can join us on patreon at patreon.com/Brandinico and can help us out b...
2021-04-15
1h 00
Reclaiming My Theology
Reclaiming Easter w/ Sean Watkins and Tamice Spencer
In this episode, Brandi, Tamice and Sean talk about easter, white jesus, and a more liberated expression of the easter story Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, produced, and edited by Brandi Miller and our music is my Sanchez Fair.Taking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. @reclaimingmytheology
2021-04-04
1h 06
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Why White Men Can't Save Us From Racism w/ Scott Hall
In this episode, Brandi talks with Scott Hall about how the unique history of whiteness in the US renders white folks generally, but white folks in-particular, with a worldview that prevents effective engagement with racial justice. In a few weeks, Scott will join Brandi for a workshop for patrons on White identity development in an attempt to journey forward and make sense of what could be. If you like what you hear subscribe rate and review and if you want to join us financially, you can do so on patreon at patreon.com/brandinico
2021-04-01
1h 00
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Antisemitism w/ Elizabeth Moraff
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Elizabeth Moraff to talk about antisemitism and its intersections with white supremacy. Content warning: talk of genocide. Support us on patreon at patreon.com/brandinicoSubscribe, rate and review where ever you listen to podcasts. Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and produced by Brandi Miller, our music is by Sanchez Fair.Taking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. @reclaimingmytheology
2021-03-25
1h 38
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Exceptionalism w/ Jo Luehmann
In this episode, Brandi talks with Jo Luehmann about exceptionalism. They discuss the ways that it permeates American and Christian culture as well as the culture at large. They seek to find alternatives to living into the dysfunction of exceptionalist systems. If you like what you hear and want to support you can join us on patreon at patreon.com/brandinico. You can also subscribe, rate and leave a review. Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited and produced by Brandi Miller and our music is by Sanchez Fair Taking our theology back...
2021-03-11
1h 12
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Spiritual Bypassing w/ Andre Henry
In this episode, Brandi is joined by musician and community organizer Andre Henry. They talk about spiritual bypassing, what it is, how we come to it, its connections with whiteness and what it means to live as people who are rooted in reality instead of moving around it. If you like what you hear please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you find your podcasts and if you want to join us on patreon, you can do so at patreon.com/brandinico!Reclaiming My Theology is recorded, edited, and produced by Brandi Miller, our music is b...
2021-03-04
1h 07
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Spiritual Formation and White Supremacy w/ Ellen Hoffman
In this episode, Brandi talks with spiritual director and all around badass, Ellen Hoffman. They discuss the ways that spiritual (de)formation has been coopted by white supremacy culture. They talk about pathways forward and describe a picture of God and growth that lies outside of coercion, violence, and self abandonment. You can find Ellen's work here: https://www.ellenlohoffman.com/If you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate, and review. If you would like to financially support our work on patreon at patreon.com/brandinicoReclaiming My Theology is recorded, produced, a...
2021-02-18
1h 08
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Defensiveness w/ Andrea Emerson
This week Brandi sits down with Andrea Emerson to talk about defensiveness. They recorded this conversation just before the attack on the U.S. Capitol which really was an embodiment of unchecked Christian, male, and white defensiveness. This conversation takes a broader look at the underlying practices and theological realities that make moments like that possible and in some cases, accepted. If you like what you hear join us over on patreon at patreon.com/brandinico You can find Andrea and her work over at https://www.fullpalettecoaching.com/ or on instagram @fullpalettecoachingReclaiming My...
2021-02-11
1h 14
Reclaiming My Theology
Deconstruction 101 w/ Crystal Cheatham
In this episode we go back to square one in order to frame the journey that we are as we reclaim our theology. Brandi is joined by Crystal Cheatham, founder of Our Bible App. They have a conversation about what deconstruction is, how to do it, and some guide posts to help us on the way. They are putting out a book called the Deconstructionist Playbook and you can find their kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/theplaybook/the-deconstructionists-playbookReclaiming My Theology is produced, recorded, and edited by Brandi Miller and our music is b...
2021-02-04
59 min
Reclaiming My Theology
...American Politics: Christendom in 2020 w/ Janna Louie
In this post election episode, Brandi is joined by Janna Louie to make sense of where Christians are finding themselves in Trump's America and the impact of empire, power, and control on Christianity. Subscribe, rate and review where ever you find you podcasts and be on the look out for our soon to release Advent devotional!Find us on patreon: patreon.com/brandinicoTaking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. @reclaimingmytheology
2020-11-12
1h 10
Reclaiming My Theology
...From American Politics: Voter Suppression w/ Daniel White Hodge
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Daniel White Hodge to talk about voter suppression and the unique ways that it intersects with Christian theology. You can find him at whitehodge.com and listen to his podcast, Profane Faith. If you like what you hear on Reclaiming My Theology please leave us a review and if you would like, join us on patreon at patreon.com/brandinico.Taking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. @reclaimingmytheology
2020-10-29
1h 03
Reclaiming My Theology
...From American Politics: Polarization w/ William Matthews
On this weeks episode, Brandi is joined by the all around talented William Matthews. They talk about polarization and the way that it shapes the Christian imagination. They also reference an article about Vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris that can be found here. If you like what you hear please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you find your podcasts and if you would like to financially support, you can do so at patreon.com/brandinico.Taking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. @reclaimingmytheology
2020-10-22
1h 14
Reclaiming My Theology
...From American Politics: Christian Nationalism w/ Danielle Mayfield
Today Brandi is joined by author and speaker Danielle Mayfield to discuss Chrisitan nationalism. They explore how these ideologies came to be and what it could look like to engage our theology in such a way the provides greater dignity, space, and honoring of all people for the common good. Find Danielle at @dlmayfield and we will update with a link soon!Patreon: patreon.com/brandinicoTaking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. @reclaimingmytheology
2020-10-15
1h 04
Reclaiming My Theology
...From American Politics: Violence w/ Jarrod Mckenna
In this episode Brandi is joined by Jarrod McKenna to talk about violence, how it shapes how American culture work and the ways that it is entangled in our theology. We talk about how our politics and their relationship to violence lack neutrality and engage with the alternative way of Jesus. You can find Jarrod on instagram at @jaroddmcKenna If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate, review, or join us on patreon at patreon.com/brandinicoIf you haven't already, please pick up a copy of "Keeping the Faith," a newly released a...
2020-10-08
1h 23
Reclaiming My Theology
...From American Politics: White American Folk Religion w/ Jonathan Walton
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Jonathan Walton to unpack the pervasive narratives that hold the system of U.S. politics together. They unpack the ways in which these narratives have shaped Christian thought, practice, and political activity as well as offer insights on how to move forward. If you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate and review as well as joining us over on patreon at patreon.com/brandinicoGet the newly released book "Keeping the Faith" here!Music: "Let's Get High" by Sanchez FairTaking our theology...
2020-10-01
1h 09
Reclaiming My Theology
...From American Politics: What are Christian Politics? w/ Nikki Toyama-Szeto
In this first episode of Reclaiming My Theology from American Politics, Brandi is joined by the executive director of Christians for Social Action, Nikki Toyama-Szeto. They discuss politics: what politics are, how Christians often operate in them, and alternative values to guide our journey of this season. Please send questions to reclaimingmytheology@gmail.com, subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear and join us on patreon at patreon.com/brandinico.Taking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. @reclaimingmytheology
2020-09-24
1h 03
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Quantity Over Quality w/ Michael Kim-Eubanks
In this episode, Brandi is joined by Michael Kim-Eubanks to talk about quantity over qualities and the death dealing blows that it lands on our well being and theology. We discuss where the value comes from and some VERY practical ways to get out from under it. You can find Michael and his music at @eubanksme and his partner, Erina's work at https://medium.com/@erinaspeaks.Taking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. @reclaimingmytheology
2020-09-03
1h 14
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Hierarchy w/ Kat Armas
In this episode, Brandi sits down with scholar and author of the forthcoming book Abuelita Theology, to talk about hierarchy and decolonial theory/theology. You can find her at @Kat_armas or on her podcast, The Protagonistas. You can support RMT by subscribing, rating, and reviewing or financially partner at Patreon.com/brandinico. Taking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. @reclaimingmytheology
2020-08-27
1h 19
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: White Centering w/ Rev. Dr. Brenda Salter McNeil
In this episode Brandi chats with Rev. Dr. Brenda Salter McNeil on the heels of the release of Becoming Brave, the latest of her books. They talk about the dangers of centering whiteness and attempt to offer paths forward in the journey. You can find her book here.We have also featured the added gift of the new song "Get it, Let it Go" by all around dope person and songwriter Hannah Glavor. Check her out!Please, if you like the podcast, subscribe, rate and review. You can also join our patreon if you feel so...
2020-08-20
1h 03
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy in Worship
Brandi is joined by Sandra Van Opstal of Chasing Justice (https://chasingjustice.com/about/) to talk about white supremacy in how we see, experience, and practice worship. She offers invitations to reclaim our humanity from internalized racism, from...honestly, just bad music, and from practices that don't actually reflect who God is and what God is doing in the world. If you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate, review, and if you feel like it, join us on patreon for extra content as well as other available perks. Transcripts are available about a week af...
2020-08-13
1h 02
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Dualism w/ Dr. Randy Woodley
In this episode, Brandi talks with Dr. Randy Woodley. Randy and Edith are the founders of Eloheh Indigenous Center for Earth Justice and together, they have shaped much fo the decolonizing and indigenizing of both Brandi and previous guests. This conversation highlights some of the many issues with the western worldview and its role in confusing our understanding of how we interact with God, the earth and each other. The Woodley's work is core to much of the journey of this podcast, so if you are able to join the sustaining work of Eloheh, please do at:
2020-08-06
1h 07
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Sense of Urgency w/ Sean Watkins
In this episode, Brandi talks with Sean Watkins as they explore the value of a sense of urgency. We talk about how we learn this sense, its implications, and some ways to step into different ways of being. You can find Sean online at @seanisfearless and soon, you will find him doing with with Be The Bridge!If you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate, and review. Thanks you so much to everyone who already has. You can join in financially supporting our work on Patreon (Patreon.com/brandinico), just $5/month gets you extra c...
2020-07-30
1h 01
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Objectivity w/ Tamice Spencer
Today Brandi is joined by Tamice Spencer to talk about objectivity. Tamice is the founder and CEO of Sub:culture Inc an organization that seeks to develop resources and content that will eradicate the spiritual, cultural, academic, and sociological barriers that impede Black College Students and those who want to reach them.You can find Tamice and her work at https://www.subcultureinc.org/ and find her online at @tammynammyAs always, please subscribe, rate, and review and if you want extra content, or to support what we are doing financially, please join us at p...
2020-07-23
1h 00
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Either/Or (Binary) Thinking w/ Sarah Akutagawa
In this episode, Brandi sits down (you know virtually...because we are still in a pandemic) with Sarah Akutagawa to talk about either/or thinking. We talk about how binary thinking starts early and impacts almost all parts of how we see God, ourselves, and each other. We talk about how living in the both/and offers freedom to throw off the falseness that white supremacy puts on, and in doing so, that we can become more free. If you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate, and review. Thanks you so much to everyone who already h...
2020-07-16
1h 04
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Worship of the Written Word w/ David deLeon
In this episode, Brandi talks with David deLeon to get a first pass at the worship of the written word. We talk bible, origins, interpretation, and really, how a collective reading of scripture outside of white supremacy, can make us more free. You can find David on social media @emmanueldlContinuing sending your questions to reclaimingmytheology@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please rate, review, and subscribe wherever you find your podcasts. You can also join along on pattern at patreon.com/brandinico to help sustain the work and life of th...
2020-07-09
1h 07
Reclaiming My Theology
…From White Supremacy: Perfectionism w/ Jazzy Johnson
In this episode, Brandi talks with Jazzy Johnson about perfectionism and how to develop a theology that makes us all more free. We talk about messying our orthodoxy and orthopraxy, making mistakes, and seeing ourselves as more human in a way that helps us see God as God. You can find Jazzy on social media @jazzy_symone!Continuing sending your questions to reclaimingmytheology@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please rate, review, and subscribe wherever you find your podcasts. You can also join along on pattern at patreon.com/brandinico to he...
2020-07-02
1h 11
Reclaiming My Theology
...From White Supremacy: Paternalism w/ Carlos A. Rodríguez
In this episode Brandi talks with Carlos A. Rodríguez about paternalism and how is manifests in our life, theology, and relationships. Carlos is the founder and CEO of The Happy Givers, a non-profit serving and providing relief for the marginalized. Carlos is a pastor, speaker, father, friend and leader who provides insight from his own life and experience with paternalism and paternalistic culture. If you have questions please send them to reclaimingmytheology@gmail.com. If you like or benefit from what you hear, please rate, review, and subscribe wherever you find your pod...
2020-06-25
1h 09