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I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.131 - The Secret History of Speaking in TonguesJoin Brian, Troy, and Sharon as they delve into the fascinating and often unknown history of the modern speaking in tongues phenomena. From personal experiences to Church history insights, this episode explores the significance of tongues in Christian practices and its impact on believers. Whether you're a sceptic or a believer, this conversation promises to challenge your perspectives and deepen your understanding. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that goes beyond the usual church explanations. Links:Gift of Tongues ProjectSpeaking in Tongues: A Critical Historical Examination: Volume 1: The Modern Redefinition of Tongues : Blosser, Philip E., Sullivan, C...
2025-10-031h 39I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.130 - Sharon Joins the PodcastIn this episode, Troy and Brian welcome new co-host Sharon Madere, discussing her background and experiences with Last Days Ministries. The conversation explores the evolution of the Jesus People Movement, the financial dynamics of Keith Green's ministry, and the shift from idealism to conservatism within evangelicalism. They delve into the impact of Trump on American politics, the role of nationalism, and the importance of leadership transitions. The episode also touches on the global reaction to American politics, the need for economic change, and the historical context of current events, concluding with a discussion about the future of the podcast.
2025-09-1957 minI was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.129 - Let's Talk About Sects with Sarah SteelTroy and Brian welcome Sarah Steel, the brilliant host and creator of the award-winning podcast Let's Talk About Sects. Sarah delves into the complex world of high control groups and cults, sharing insights from her extensive research and personal interviews. Together, they explore the psychological impact of cults, the challenges of leaving such groups, and the importance of storytelling in understanding these experiences. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that sheds light on the hidden dynamics of coercive control and the resilience of those who break free.Links:Let's Talk About SectsDo As I Say: How...
2025-09-061h 12I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.127 - From Pastor to Deconstruction with TracyBrian and Troy sit down with Tracy, a former pastor turned psychologist, to explore her transformative journey from religious leadership to a life of authenticity and self-discovery. Tracy shares her experiences of grappling with faith, the challenges of deconstructing long-held beliefs, and the empowering path to finding her true identity. Join us as we delve into Tracy's story of resilience, the power of community, and the pursuit of living a life true to oneself. Don't miss this insightful conversation that touches on themes of faith, identity, and personal growth.Key takeawaysTracy shares her journey from...
2025-08-081h 14I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.126 - Sexuality, Shame, and Identity with Cara FlameTroy and Brian engage in a deep conversation with Cara Flame, an Australian experiential and creative arts therapist, about her journey from being a teenage fundamentalist to becoming an advocate for those recovering from religious trauma. Cara tells of her experiences in the Esther Foundation, a Christian Fundamentalist organisation, and how it shaped her views on sexuality, shame, and identity. Cara shares her ongoing struggles with the remnants of purity culture and emphasises the importance of listening to one's body and desires. The conversation also touches on the significance of activism in the deconstruction space and Cara's aspirations for...
2025-07-251h 12I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.124 - Amy Semple McPherson, the First Evangelical Megastar with Claire HoffmanTroy and Brian chat with journalist and author Claire Hoffman about her book Sister Sinner, which explores the life and mysterious disappearance of Aimee Semple McPherson, a pioneering figure in American evangelicalism and Pentecostalism. The discussion covers Claire's own upbringing in a transcendental meditation community and then explores the complexities of McPherson's life, her scandalous disappearance, and the impact of fame on religious figures. The conversation also reflects on the nature of celebrity, the challenges of historical narratives in religion, and the importance of embracing the complexities of human experience.Links:Claire Hoffman – Author & JournalistSister, SinnerGreetings fr...
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I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.2025 Trailer: I was a Teenage FundamentalistBrian & Troy used to be loyal megachurch leaders. They’re not anymore. This podcast explores life in and after Christian Fundamentalism.
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Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & CultureThe State of the Persecuted Church Today (with Brian Orme)What parts of the world are the most challenging for believers today? How has the relative comfort of American Christianity impacted spiritual growth, compared to communities experiencing persecution? What habits could American Christian adopt to more regularly remember and support our persecuted brothers and sisters around the world? We'll answer these questions and more with our guest, Brian Orme, CEO of Global Christian Relief. Brian Orme is CEO of Global Christian Relief, a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the persecuted church around the world. He founded ChurchLeaders.com, served as Senior Editor at Outreach magazine, and spent o...
2025-05-2730 minI was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.121 - Gutsy Girls with Josie McSkimmingIn this episode, Troy and Brian welcome Josie McSkimming, and discuss her new memoir, 'Gutsy Girls: Love, Poetry and Sisterhood.' The conversation delves into Josie's experiences growing up in a volatile family environment, her journey through fundamentalism, and the influence of her sister, renowned poet Dorothy Porter. They explore themes of resistance, creativity, and the complexities of family dynamics, particularly in the context of trauma and fundamentalist Christianity. Josie shares insights on the importance of self-acceptance and offers advice for women navigating their own paths after leaving fundamentalist backgrounds.Links:Gutsy Girls | UQPGutsy Girls | AmazonLeaving...
2025-05-161h 20I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.120 - Apostate with Sarah BacallerIn this episode, Troy and Brian engage with Sarah Bacaller, editor of the book, 'Apostate: Stories of Deconversion'. They explore Sarah's background in fundamentalism, her academic pursuits in philosophy, and her reflections on the ethical implications of church authority. The discussion delves into personal narratives of deconversion, the impact of evangelical theology on mental health, and the importance of critical thinking in faith contexts. Sarah shares her complex relationship with faith, shaped by her upbringing in a minister's family and the trauma associated with it. She reflects on her journey through academia, transitioning to a secular environment, and the...
2025-05-021h 19I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.119 - Called a Witch & Kicked Out! with Cath McKinneyDr. Cath McKinney is the Professional Supervision Program Director at the University of Divinity in Australia. Her background includes extensive experience as a group relations consultant, a prison chaplain and inner-city minister. In this episode, Cath shares her journey from a complex religious upbringing to her experiences in church leadership, motherhood, and academia. She discusses the challenges her expulsion from a church community aligned with the God Squad Christian Motorcycle Club due to her advocacy for inclusivity. Through her experiences, she highlights the need for compassion and understanding in the face of religious trauma and the ongoing struggle for...
2025-04-181h 24I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.118 - Revisiting Our Conversion StoriesKicking off the first episode of 2025, Troy and Brian revisit their conversion stories...after four years of Exvangelical podcasting. They explore their early lives, the vulnerabilities that led them to embrace fundamentalist Christianity, and the roles of community and belonging in their experiences. The conversation delves into the impact of identity, and the emotional manipulation often present in Christian environments. They reflect on the long-term effects of their conversions, emphasising the importance of vulnerability and belonging at the very beginning of their Christian journeys.LinksBrian's first conversion story episode is here.Troy's first conversion story...
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I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.S01E02 - Troy‘s Christian Conversion Story (2025 hiatus repeat)In our second episode back in 2021, troy talked a little about his pre-conversion home life and his experience of two Christian camps. It was at the second camp where he found himself speaking in tongues and started to wear the label, 'born-again'. As part of our 2025 Down Under Summer Series, we're replaying our best episodes. We hope you enjoy them as much as we did.
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I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.S01E01 - Brian‘s Christian Conversion Story (2025 hiatus repeat)Let's go right back to the beginning. In Season 1 Episode 1, Brian recounted his conversion story. "No bibles, no preaching, no god-bothering!" These were the conditions he put upon his two brothers, who had recently converted to Pentecostal Christianity, if he were to visit them while on holidays. What happened next would change the course of his life and still continues to impact who he is today.As part of our 2025 Down Under Summer Series, we're replaying out best episodes. We hope you enjoy them as much as we did.
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2025-03-2127 minI was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.117 - The Season 5 Finale with Brian & TroyWe'd love you to tune in as we say goodbye to 2024 and look forward to 2025. We look back on some of our best episodes of 2024, and even a couple of our worst. We'll definitely be back later in 2025, so see you then!
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2024-12-271h 06I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.116 - From Loss to Purpose with Desiree RichterWe think you'll really connect with this episode. In 2000, Desiree Richter's two-year-old son Elijah died in a tragic domestic accident. The world as she knew it was dismantled along with her understanding of her place in it, leaving her to figure out how to parent her remaining children and how the fundamentalist Christian faith she'd practiced all her life fit into her new reality. We talk with Desi about her Fundamentalist upbringing, the death of her son, leaving the faith, and rediscovering purpose after so much loss.LinksThe Presence of Absence: Kitchen table talks about...
2024-12-201h 05I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.115 - Star-Spangled Jesus with April AjoyWe're excited to welcome April Ajoy back to our show. April is an influencer, content-creator, podcaster, and all-around troublemaker for the Christian right. She grew up in the heart of American Evangelicalism as an Evangelist’s kid and she is insightful and astute at illuminating the ways Christian Nationalism has infiltrated churches and political arenas, shaping not only modern Evangelical culture but also American public policy and international relations. Her new book is called “Star Spangled Jesus: Leaving Christian Nationalism & Finding a True Faith.”LinksApril's first appearance on our showApril on InstagramApril's book
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2024-12-061h 13I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.114 - Some Standing Here Shall Not Taste Death - The Failed Return of JesusDid Jesus predict his own return in the lifetime of his disciples and first century Christians and get it wrong? Was he simply one of many failed first-century Jewish apocalyptic preachers? Did Paul and other writers of the New Testament share Jesus' view and get it wrong too? In this episode, Troy and Brian unpack some of the reasons why many scholars, progressive Christians, Exvangelicals and Atheists give a resounding, 'Yes!' to these questions.Links'The Lowdown on God's Showdown' by Edward Babinski The article serves as the foundation for this episode and is the...
2024-11-221h 05I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.113 - Armageddon Isn’t Coming with Bart Ehrman (repeat)In preparation for our upcoming episode on the failed second coming of Jesus, we decided to replay this interview with one of our Exvangelical heroes, Bart Ehrman. If you haven't yet heard this interview then you're in for a treat, and if you have heard it before, we know you'll love it all over again.Dr Bart D. Ehrman is the James A. Gray Distinguished Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. An expert on the New Testament and the history of Early Christianity, he has written or edited thirty books, numerous scholarly articles...
2024-11-081h 23I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.Neurodivergence In and Out of Church with D.L. & Krispin Mayfield Part 2Following on from Part 1, we continue our chat about neurodivergence with podcast faves Danielle (D.L.) & Krispin Mayfield. Krispin's website D.L.'s websiteSTRONGWILLED (substack.com)STRONGWILLED (the podcast)
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2024-10-251h 01I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.Neurodivergence In and Out of Church with D.L. & Krispin Mayfield Part 1On the back of Troy's recent ADHD diagnosis, we talk about neurodivergence with podcast faves Danielle (D.L.) & Krispin Mayfield. Danielle's tells of their own Autism diagnosis and Troy opens up about how ADHD impacted him in the Church and now that he's deconstructed. The Mayfield's also talk about their latest project, Strongwilled.Krispin's website D.L.'s websiteSTRONGWILLED (substack.com)STRONGWILLED (the podcast)
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2024-10-1854 minI was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.110 - You can take the girl outta fundamentalism...with Dr Laura AndersonDr. Laura Anderson is a licensed psychotherapist, trauma resolution coach, religious trauma consultant, speaker, author, and educator. We talk with her about how when we leave fundamentalism, fundamentalism doesn't necessarily leave us, and its toxicity seems to manifest in other ways. Laura's links:Laura Anderson | Religious Trauma ExpertWhen Religion Hurts You (book)Dr. Laura Anderson on Instagram
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2024-10-041h 16I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.109 - F*ck the Patriarchy! with Cait WestCait West is a survivor of the Christian patriarchy movement and advocate for survivors of spiritual abuse. In this episode, we talk about her experiences and her book, Rift: A memoir of breaking away from the Christian Patriarchy. She shares her story of hope for those who want to break free from high control environments.LinksCait West's websiteTears of Eden: Supporting survivors of Spiritual Abuse and Religious TraumaRift: A Memoir of Breaking Away from Christian Patriarchy : Amazon.comSurvivors Discuss Podcast – Monthly Panel Discussions About Surviving Toxic & High Control Religion
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2024-09-2057 minI was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.108 - Let's Go Back to Great Big AOG Part 2Following on from Part 1, we continue our recount of a recent Sunday service at Great Big AOG. We dive into the sermon and challenge the f*ck out of his claims and assertions and ask just how reliable are the supposed miracle stories that the pastor told. Judging by the amount of laughter, this two-parter is easily up there with our most fun episodes so far.Links:Let's go back to Great Big AOG Part 1 Listen to the actual recording of the sermon we sat through and recount for you - Ps Dave Harvey |Originally recorded o...
2024-09-061h 16I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.107 - Let's Go Back to Great Big AOG Part 1It's been nearly 30 years since our last visit to Great Big AOG, and in this episode, we go back for a Sunday service. Join us as we recount the weird and bizarre antics and carry-on of these modern Pentecostals. We also introduce you to Brian's significant other, Michelle, as she joined us on our expedition back into the world of church. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll sing in tongues and raise your hands.
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2024-08-3056 minI was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.106 - Navigating 'the Gray' with Sharon and Tracey from the Feet of Clay PodcastIn this episode, we are joined by Tracey and Sharon from the podcast, Feet of Clay—Confessions of the Cult Sisters. We talk about the black and white thinking of fundamentalism and how to leave it behind and embrace 'the grays' and nuances that pervade most of what life throws our way.Links:Feet of Clay—Confessions of the Cult SistersTracey & Sharon on Instagram
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2024-08-161h 29I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.105 - Leaving Christian Friends and Family Behind (Our Stories Part 34)When you leave church and/or the faith, what do you do about those who choose to stay? How do you navigate, maintain or even grieve those you leave behind? Troy and Brian share their own stories and give some advice on this very tricky part of deconstructing.
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2024-08-021h 15I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.104 - Troy Loses His Faith (Our Stories Part 33)Troy chronicles the events immediately leading up to and after he lost his faith in Jesus. He describes the factors that influenced his decision and how it felt to be finally free of the mental gymnastics he needed to apply to remain a Christian.Links:So long, and thanks for all the guilt! (Troy's deconversion blog)Internet Infidels » a drop of reason in a pool of confusion
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2024-07-191h 09I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.103 - Death with Zenith ViragoWe talk with Zenith Virago, a highly respected celebrant, educator, public speaker and author and self-proclaimed Deathwalker. She is the founder of the Natural Death Care Centre and was named Byron Bay's Citizen of the Year in 2021 in recognition of her important work.Links:Zenith Virago, Deathwalker TrainingNatural Death Care CentreZenith on TEDx
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2024-07-051h 12I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.102 - Community After Leaving Church with Bart Campolo & John WrightWe talk with the hosts and producers of the Humanize Me podcast, Bart Campolo and John Wright, about leaving fundamentalist communities behind and whether it is possible to find new communities afterwards. Bart Campolo is an American humanist speaker, writer, former pastor, and son of Tony Campolo, the well-known Christian pastor and speaker. John Wright is a documentary filmmaker, freelance cinematographer, and media content producer whose work includes documentaries on various subjects, including the story of Bart's departure from the Christian faith. Links:Humanize MeBart CampoloJohn Wright – Jux MediaBart's first appearance on IWATF
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2024-06-211h 05I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.101 - God of the Mind with Rob HaskellRob Haskell was born to missionary parents, spending his childhood in Argentina. He later attended Bible College and seminary before reevaluating his beliefs and embracing critical thinking over religious orthodoxy in 2015. We speak with Rob about his new book, God of the Mind: an eXvangelical Journey, a personal exploration of the intellectual incoherencies of evangelical Christianity, the psychological pressures that keep the faithful in the fold, and the price that honest seekers must pay in order to maintain its tenets. Links:Rob Haskell's websiteGod of the Mind: An eXvangelical Journey : Amazon.com.au
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2024-06-071h 29I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.100 - Life After Church with Brian & Troy (Our Stories Part 32)Here it is! The 100th episode! Brian and Troy continue with their own deconstruction stories and share what life was like after having left church...and Jesus. Did they completely fall apart? Did they return to their sin like a dog to its vomit? Tune in and find out.Links:So long, and thanks for all the guilt! (Troy's deconversion blog)Internet Infidels » a drop of reason in a pool of confusionReligion for Atheists: A non-believer's guide to the uses of religion
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2024-05-241h 16I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.099 - What about Secular Buddhism? with Ted MeissnerIf there's one religious sounding label that Troy is willing to wear, it's 'Buddhist'. In this episode we speak with Ted Meissner, the Executive Director of the Secular Buddhist Association, and the host of The Secular Buddhist Podcast. Ted explains Secular Buddhism and how it contrasts with the more traditional forms of Buddhism.Ted's links:Secular Buddhist AssociationThe Secular Buddhist PodcastThe Mindfulness NetworkMindfulness-based stress reduction - Wikipedia
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2024-05-1057 minI was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.098 - What About Progressive Judaism? with Michel LaloumIn this episode, we explore Progressive/Reformed Judaism with Michel Laloum, Cantor at Temple Beth Israel Synagogue in Melbourne, Australia. He was ordained as a Cantor at the Progressive Hebrew Union College – Jewish Institute of Religion and completed Rabbinic studies at the Academy for Jewish Religion, Jewish Theological Seminary and New York University.Temple Beth Israel MelbourneWorld Union for Progressive Judaism
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2024-04-261h 05I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.097 - What about Progressive Christianity? with Tim CostelloTim Costello is an Australian social justice advocate, community leader, and a prominent figure in the Christian faith, albeit a progressive form. He is known in Australia for his public commentary on political and ethical matters, often offering a perspective informed by his Christian faith and commitment to social justice. In this episode we talk to Tim about his commitment to his faith, and what that looks like now, having left fundamentalism decades ago.Tim's links:Tim Costello - WikipediaTim Costello/ X (twitter.com)
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2024-04-121h 04I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.096 - What About Near-Death Experiences? with Dr Eben AlexanderIn this episode, we talk with Dr Eben Alexander, an American neurosurgeon and author. In 2008, he suffered a coma caused by a rare and mysterious bacterial meningo-encephalitis of unknown causes. We talk with him about his own near-death experience and his book, Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon's Journey into the Afterlife.Dr Alexander's links:Eben AlexanderDivision of Perceptual Studies - University of Virginia School of MedicineHome - Scientific and Medical NetworkHome - The Galileo CommissionBigelow Institute for Consciousness StudiesInner Sanctum CenterSacred AcousticsAfter our recording, we came upon three articles in particular that make some...
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I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.Bonus: Sexvangelicals - The Sex Ed We Wish We Had: Consent, Part 1 of 2,We recently stumbled upon a podcast we thought you'd love. Sexvangelicals is a sexual health podcast and education platform with the mission to support relationships in reclaiming sexuality following adverse religious experiences. This is one of their episodes, The Sex Ed We Wish We Had: Consent, Part 1 of 2. We hope you enjoy it.If you want to connect with Sexvangelicals then find them here:Sexvangelicals (website)Sexvangelicals (podcast)
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2024-03-1951 minI was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.095 - What About Progressive Islam? with Ani ZonneveldWe talk with Ani Zonneveld about Progressive Islam and the life she lives as a Progressive Muslim. Ani is a writer, singer/songwriter, and founder & President of Muslims for Progressive Values, an international human rights organization that advocates for social justice and equality for all, a strong supporter of freedom of expression and of conscience, women’s rights and as an ally, LGBTQ rights. --Deconversion Therapy Podcast
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2024-03-151h 16
Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership252: The Five Frameworks for Leadership Excellence (Brian Quail)252: The Five Frameworks for Leadership Excellence (Brian Quail)SUMMARYHow can nonprofit leaders navigate the complexities of transition, engage stakeholders effectively, and drive mission-driven change? In episode #252 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, we delve into these critical questions with Brian Quail, a seasoned nonprofit leader who’s written a practical roadmap for new executives in the nonprofit sector. Brian explores his five frameworks designed to guide leaders through the crucial first 90 days of leadership onboarding and beyond. Fr...
2024-03-0750 minI was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.094 - What About Certainty? with Bernard WarnickIn this episode, we talk with writer Bernard Warnick about humanity's obsession with certainty and ask, is certainty attainable? Bernard spent nineteen years as a judge of the trial division and later the Appeal Division of the Family Court of Australia before retiring from the bench in 2010. He developed a deep interest in the reasoning process and researched the works of neurobiologists, cognitive scientists, philosophers, linguists and other thinkers for ten years, culminating in his book, Illusions of Certainty | thoughts about thinking.
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2024-03-0158 minI was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.093 -What About Season 5?We're back for Season 5! In this episode we review the highlights of Season 4, let you know about the changes we've made and where the podcast is heading in 2024.
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2024-02-1751 min
Pillar Talk: Building Sales Leadership with Rick SmolenConnecting Sales Process, Negotiation, & Forecasting together with Brian McDowellIn this edition of "Pillar Talk," Rick Smolen converses with Brian McDowell about instilling consistent sales process, adherence, and customer verifiable outcomes connected to forecasting. With his rich experience in sales, including his role as CRO, Brian shares invaluable insights on enhancing sales processes and team dynamics.Key Topics Discussed:Revisiting Sales Leadership Roles: Brian reflects on the transition from an individual contributor to a sales leader, focusing on coaching and guiding teams through challenging parts of the sales process.Implementing Effective Sales Processes: The episode delves into strategies for establishing structured sales processes, including the...
2024-02-0935 minI was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.Trailer: I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. Season 5Brian and Troy used to be loyal Christian megachurch leaders. They’re not anymore. Thispodcast explores life after Fundamentalism.Shortlisted for the 2022 Australian Podcast Awards.Find out more at iwasateenagefundamentalist.com/ and https://linktr.ee/iwatf
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I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.092 - Hitchhiking with Drunken Nuns with Emily John GarcesEmily John Garcés is an artist, poet, ex-missionary with YWAM, all-round creative enthusiast, and author of the memoir, Hitchhiking with Drunken Nuns. In this final episode of Season 4, we speak with Emily about her life as a YWAM missionary in Argentina and the Netherlands, and her unique perspective on the world we share. Despite her fundamentalist past, Emily has a positive view of the world and describes her use of art as a way of 'bridging what cannot be seen with the visible world'.
Emily's links:
Emily on Facebook
Hitchhiking with Drunken Nuns
The Quiet Wo...
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I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.091 - Sin Bravely with Maggie RoweMaggie Rowe is an author, writer, director, & producer. Her memoir, Sin Bravely: A Memoir of Spiritual Disobedience, was named to NPR's Best Books of 2017. In this episode, we speak to Maggie about her childhood where she describes being tormented by the fear of Hell and not being truly saved. At 19 years old she admitted herself to an 'evangelical psychiatric institution' where she found an unlikely ally who encouraged her to break free of the fears that held her back, and to go forth and 'sin bravely'.
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Maggie Rowe's website
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I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.090 - Qanon and On with Van BadhamVan Badham is an Australian playwright, novelist, journalist and activist who writes regularly for the Guardian. In this episode we speak with Van about her 2021 book QAnon and On: A Short and Shocking History of Internet Conspiracy Cults in which she investigates who is behind the internet cult and how it often intertwines with the world of Evangelical/Fundamentalist Christianity. She also tells about her year 'undercover' at Hillsong in Sydney.
Van's links:
Van Badham - Wikipedia
QAnon and On
QAnon | The Guardian
The ‘prosperity doctrine’ and neoliberal Jesusing | The Guardian
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I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.089 - Divorcing Religion with Janice SelbieWe talk with Janice Selbie, a former fundamentalist Evangelical Christian of over 40 years and now a counsellor and specialist in the area of religious trauma. Janice shares her own story and the work she does with others in helping heal the pain caused by religious trauma. This is the first of a two-part episode we did with Janice. You can find part two on Janice's The Divorcing Religion Podcast.
In this episode, Janice referenced Steven Hassan's BITE Model of Authoritarian Control.
You can connect with Janice via these links:
Religious Trauma Syndrome Therapy | DivorcingReligion
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I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.087 - God Hates DivorceBrian & Troy take a look at how divorce is presented in the New Testament and how the Church has handled it over the last 2000 years. Our hosts also reflect on their own experience and ask, do Jesus and the Bible really offer adequate guidance for the 21st century. Spoiler alert, no.
The resources suggested in this episode are:
Christian views on divorce - Wikipedia
A Theology of Divorce – Religion Online
Ep #69 - Troy Story II: Leaving My Marriage...and Church
Ep #75 - Brian Walks Away from his Marriage
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I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.084 - God is a Narcissist with Catherine QuiringCatherine Quiring describes herself as a reformed people-pleaser, Exvangelical and an aspiring advocate for anti-oppressive spirituality. She is a licensed Mental Health Counsellor, and Self-Trust Coach. Catherine tells Brian and Troy why she believes the Evangelical god is a narcissist and that the symptoms experienced by those who have experienced covert narcissistic abuse are extremely similar to those experienced in high-control religious settings.
You can connect with Catherine via:
Her website: www.cqcounseling.com
Instagram: @catherinequiring
Facebook: @cqcounseling
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2023-08-181h 01
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.082 - Cult Hacking with Stephen MatherAfter Troy and Brian appeared on Stephen's podcast, Cult Hackers back in 2021, Stephen now brings his expertise to talk about cults from an organisational psychology perspective. He shares how organisational models help us understand cult leadership, coercive control dynamics and why people join and stay.
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2023-07-201h 18
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.081 - I was a Published Christian Author with D.L. and Krispin MayfieldKrispin and D.L. Mayfield are a husband-and-wife team and hosts of the Prophetic Imagination Station. Both were missionaries and published Christian writers who have recently been very public about their deconversion from Christianity. Brian and Troy talk with them about their deconversion journey and its impact on their careers and marriage.
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2023-07-061h 25
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.080 - Marc Fennell Wasn’t a Very Good Teenage Fundamentalist (Leaving Part 18)Marc Fennell is an award-winning Australian journalist and documentary maker who was once a teenage fundamentalist...but he claims he was not a very good one. He has just released a documentary about Australian Pentecostalism called The Kingdom where he confronts his own past spent in church. Brian & Troy talk with Marc about why he left and why he’s remained largely silent about his religious past until now.
You can learn all about Marc here: marcfennell.com
The Kingdom is available to stream in Australia here and will be available to international audiences soon....
2023-06-221h 18Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership213: Keys to Advancing your Nonprofit Career (Brian Collier)213: Keys to Advancing your Nonprofit Career (Brian Collier)SUMMARYAre you on the path to advancing your nonprofit career? Do you have the skills and experiences needed for leadership? Brian Collier, an experienced, successful nonprofit leader, shares his advice for aspiring leaders eager to ascend to a senior leadership role in episode #213 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership. Brian shares his concerns about nonprofit proliferation and imparts his keys to a successful grant application. Nonprofit leaders know the importance of community collaboration...
2023-06-081h 02
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.078 - Oh No, Ross & Carrie Were Teenage FundamentalistsRoss Blocher and Carrie Poppy have a hugely popular podcast where they join religions, undergo alternative medical treatments, and hunt for ghost, goblins, demons, and deities...so you don't have to! If it has an extraordinary claim attached to it, they'll check it out and report on it. In this episode, Brian and Troy talk with them about their teenage fundamentalism and what they have discovered about some of the wild claims of Christianity and other religions.
You can connect with Ross and Carrie through their website: ohnopodcast.com and their podcast: Oh No, Ross and Carrie. ...
2023-05-251h 26Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership211: Is Philanthropy in a State of Crisis? (Nathan Chappell & Brian Crimmins)211: Is Philanthropy in a State of Crisis? (Nathan Chappell & Brain Crimmins)SUMMARYIs philanthropy in a state of crisis? In episode #211 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, Nathan Chappell and Brian Crimmins, co-authors of the book, The Generosity Crisis: The Case for Radical Connection to Solve Humanity’s Greatest Challenges, offer a wake-up call to nonprofit leaders everywhere, but also suggest solutions to the downturn they see, and will help you re-establish the in...
2023-05-2554 min
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.Trailer: I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical Podcast.Brian and Troy used to be loyal Christian megachurch leaders. They’re not anymore. This honest and often hilarious podcast peeks behind the curtain at the weird, the worrying, and sometimes traumatic world of Evangelicals & Pentecostals.
Shortlisted for the 2022 Australian Podcast Awards.
Find out more at iwasateenagefundamentalist.com/
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2023-05-1200 min
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.075 - Brian Walks Away from his Marriage...and Jesus (Our Stories Part 29)Following on from Episode 53 - The Cairns Christ, Brian recounts the breakdown of his marriage and the end of his faith in Jesus. Ladies and gentlemen, Brian has left the building.
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2023-04-131h 01
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.074 - Armageddon Isn’t Coming with Bart EhrmanNo one had as profound an impact on Troy's deconstruction as Dr Bart D. Ehrman, the James A. Gray Distinguished Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. An expert on the New Testament and the history of Early Christianity, he has written or edited thirty books, numerous scholarly articles, and dozens of book reviews. Six of his books have been on the New York Times Bestseller list. Brian and Troy talk to Bart about his own teenage fundamentalism and his upcoming book, Armageddon: What the Bible really says about the end. In this conversation, Bart delves...
2023-03-301h 23
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.072 - Was Keith Green a Cult Leader? (Keith Green Part 1)Keith Green was one of CCM’s most revered and loved music superstars of the 1970s and 80s. Spoiler alert! Tracey Phalen thinks he was a cult leader! She was a member of Keith and Melody Green's Last Days Ministries in the 1980s. She joined as a teenage fundamentalist and left after five years of living and serving on the Texas ranch. In this episode, Tracey shares her story and helps Brian and Troy deconstruct Keith Green and Last Days Ministries.
You can find their podcast here: Feet of Clay—Confessions of the Cult Sisters and follow Trac...
2023-03-021h 20
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.071 - Fear of Hell (The Afterlife Part 2)In this first episode of Season 4, Brian & Troy unpack some of the most problematic and ridiculous aspects of the doctrine of eternal torment, aka Hell. They also give some suggestions on how to overcome your fear of Hell.
The resources suggested in this episode are:
Christian
That All Shall Be Saved: Heaven, Hell, and Universal Salvation: Hart, David Bentley
Grace Saves All: Christianity and Universal Salvation Podcast
Love Wins: At the Heart of Life’s Big Questions : Bell, Rob
Post-Christian
Heaven and Hell: A History of the Afterlife : Ehrman, Bart D
Bart Ehr...
2023-02-161h 06
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.070 - Falling Out with a Teenage FundamentalistElgen Strait is the host of Falling Out, a podcast about and for people who grew-up in, and later left, abusive cults. Elgen was born and raised in the Unification Church, a.k.a. the Moonies. Elgen invited Troy & Brian on to his special Christmas episode, where they swapped stories and examined the similarities and differences between the Pentes and the Moonies. They also talked about how both groups celebrate Christmas and some of the wackier beliefs.
You can find Elgen's podcast here: https://pod.link/1550448436
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2022-12-251h 49
Salt & SpineErin Jeanne McDowell's 'salt tooth' inspired her latest, Savory BakingHi there, today we’re excited to release the third episode in our 2022 Baking Month. Today’s guest is Erin Jeanne McDowell, whose latest cookbook, Savory Baking, is out now. For all of December, we’ll be celebrating some of the year’s best baking books with a handful of author interviews, dozens of featured recipes, excerpts, and more. Read on!* Do you love Salt + Spine? We’d love if you shared this email with a friend who might want to #TalkCookbooks with us, too:Episode 149: Erin Jeanne McDowellNext in our Baking Month seri...
2022-12-0939 min
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.069 - Season 3 Q&R FinaleThis is it, the end of Season 3! Troy & Brian reflect on 2022 and some of the milestone episodes they released. They also field listener questions from social media and reveal what they have planned for Season 4 in 2023.
In this episode, Brian suggested the following from one of his favourite podcasts, Oh No, Ross and Carrie.
How the Ross Stole Christmas: Jesus’ Birth Narrative Edition: https://pod.link/425328515/episode/6eef1d266ef352aba825b9db256e4f72
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2022-12-081h 24
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.066 - Protesting Christian Hierarchies with Dave Andrews (Progressive Christians Part 4)When journeying through the Progressive Christian scene, Brian was deeply impacted and influenced by Chrisitan Anarchist, Dave Andrews. Dave is particularly interested in radical spirituality, incarnational community and the dynamics of personal and social transformation. He is also the author of many books and articles. In this chat, Dave shares how he was excommunicated from YWAM in the ealry-1970s and about the interfaith work he did with Muslims in Asia.
Trigger warning: This episode contains a lot of Christian phrases and lingo that may trouble some listeners.
This episode also touches on issues concerning depression...
2022-11-101h 02
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.065 - Heaven Bent Season 3 with Tara Jean StevensTara Jean is the creator and host of one of Troy and Brian's favourite podcasts, Heaven Bent. She has just released Season 3 which is a mix of religious history and true crime. She gives a behind the scenes look at the new season and a sneak peek into Season 4. She chatted here back on Episode 22 where she talked about the Toronto Blessing.
Find Heaven Bent here: https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/podcasts/heaven-bent/
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2022-10-2759 min
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.062 - Gay at Great Big AOG with Andrew (Leaving Part 14)In this episode, Brian & Troy catch up with Andrew, a fellow traveller from their time at Great Big AOG. Andrew recounts his struggles being deep in the closet at church and how he later came to accept his sexuality and then live openly as a gay man.
Trigger warning: This episode touches on issues concerning depression and suicide. If you are in Australia and require support, please reach out to 1800RESPECT by phone or online at www.1800respect.org.au/ or Lifeline on 13 11 14.
ABBI serves individuals, churches, denominations, leaders and religious organizations in a respectful a...
2022-09-151h 10
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.059 - Spiritual Warfare (The Devil & Demons Part 2)Brian & Troy do a deeper dive into the ideas of Spiritual Warfare. This is the Pentecostal and Charismatic Christian belief that society and the broader world is controlled by Satan and his demon hordes and that these can be defeated by prayer.
The News.com.au article mentioned in this episode is found here: https://www.news.com.au/national/queensland/news/gold-coast-mayor-tom-tates-spiritual-adviser-says-the-home-of-the-arts-had-a-demonic-stronghold/news-story/021bd0254312bf15d1ee15ab1d4b69a3
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2022-08-0458 min
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.058 - Do I Stay Christian? with Brian McLaren (Progressive Christians Part 3; Leaving Part 11)Brian McLaren was a Charismatic Evangelical pastor for twenty-four years. Now he's an author, activist, public theologian, and arguably the poster boy for Progressive Christians everywhere. In this episode, Troy and Brian chat with Brian McLaren about his new book, Do I Stay Christian? which gives reasons why people should stay but also why people should leave. You'll really enjoy this interview regardless of how you now define your spirituality (or lack thereof).
You can find Brian's book here: https://www.amazon.com.au/Do-Stay-Christian-Disappointed-Disillusioned/dp/1250262798
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2022-07-211h 07
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.056 - Tom Tilley Doesn’t Speak in Tongues Anymore (Leaving Part 10)Well-known Australian journalist Tom Tilley has interviewed some of the most influential people in the world. What was not so well-known until recently was that Tom grew up as the oldest son of a Pentecostal pastor. In this episode, Troy and Brian chat with Tom about his memoir, Speaking in Tongues, and how his Pentecostal upbringing shapes who he is now.
You can find Tom's book here: https://www.harpercollins.com.au/9780733341021/speaking-in-tongues/
If you would like to explore the research and counter-Revival Centre work, see the links below:
http://revival.aimoo.com/
https://re...
2022-06-231h 26
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.055 - IndoctriNation with Rachel Bernstein (Leaving Part 9)Brian and Troy talk with Rachel Bernstein, a licensed therapist who specialises in cult intervention and re-acclimation. She is the host and producer of the podcast IndoctriNation which explores cults, manipulators, and protecting yourself from systems of control.
This episode is the second of a crossover we did with Rachel. You can hear her interviewing us on her podcast here: https://www.podpage.com/indoctrination/ You can also connect with Rachel here: https://rachelbernsteintherapy.com/
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2022-06-0943 minThink Biblically: Conversations on Faith & CultureBecoming Whole: Poverty and the "American Dream" (with Brian Fikkert)Many people consider the "American Dream" to be the goal of someone trying to get out of poverty. Both in the US and around the world, we have found that simply having more material goods doesn't necessarily lead to increased happiness. Join Scott and Sean for part II of Scott's earlier discussion with economist Dr. Brian Fikkert, as he critiques some of the most prominent poverty alleviation efforts and insists that flourishing involves more than accumulating material goods. His latest book is Becoming Whole: Why the Opposite of Poverty Isn't the American Dream. Dr. Brian Fi...
2022-05-3132 min
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.054 - Deconstruction with Phil Drysdale (Leaving Part 8)Brian and Troy chat with Phil Drysdale about Deconstruction, which he defines as the process of questioning one’s core foundational beliefs and upon finding these are flawed, discarding them. Phil asserts that deconstruction most often comes from a place of passionate faith where religious questions go unanswered and where people are forced to explore new beliefs.
You can connect with Phil at PhilDrysdale.com and on Instagram @PhilDrysdale.
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2022-05-261h 06Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & CultureEconomics and the Image of God (with Brian Fikkert)Economics touches virtually every aspect of our lives on this side of eternity. Not surprisingly, the Bible has a great deal to say about economic life. How we think about economic life from a Christian worldview is a critical part of our engagement with our culture and helps us understand what it means to love our neighbors. Join Scott for this insightful discussion with economist Brian Fikkert about the intersection of economics and the image of God. Dr. Brian Fikkert is Professor of Economics and Community Development and the Founder and President of the Chalmers Center for E...
2022-05-1936 min
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.053 - The Cairns Christ. A Brian Story (Our Stories Part 25)In this episode, Brian continues to recount his post-Pentecostal journey. He remembers the joys and pains at the start of his deconstruction process while living in Cairns in Australia's far north.
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2022-05-1258 min
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.051 - Troy Becomes a Bapticostal Too (Our Stories Part 24)As Brian did in Episode 45, Troy recounts his short-lived time in the Baptist Union. It was here that he started a homegroup made up of a few Pentecostal refugees and reengaged the pop culture around him.
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2022-04-1449 min
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.050 - Reflections on our Philip Yancey Interview (Progressive Christians Part 2)In Episode 49, Brian & Troy spoke with best-selling Evangelical author, Philip Yancey. In this episode, they reflect on that conversation and what it brought up for them. What do Exvangelicals do about Evangelicals who are really good people? You may not agree with the conclusions the hosts reach, but hopefully you resonate with their honesty.
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2022-04-0748 min
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.049 - Philip Yancey was a Teenage FundamentalistBrian & Troy talk with best-selling Evangelical author, Philip Yancey about his memoir, 'Where the Light Fell', that chronicles his time growing up fundamentalist. They also talk with Philip about how his books impacted them as they journeyed out of fundamentalism into more moderate versions of Christianity in the late-90s.
You can find Philip's new book here: https://www.amazon.com.au/Where-Light-Fell-Philip-Yancey/dp/0593238508/
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2022-03-311h 01
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.048 - Jobs for the Boys! Nepotism in Megachurches (Leadership Part 5)If there's one thing that characterises megachurches in Australia and around the world, it's nepotism. Brian & Troy cite some tangible examples of nepotism in the Australian Christian Churches and Hillsong and discuss why this needs to change and what members can do about it.
Note: It is this New York Post article that reported Michael Guglielmucci, 'and his spouse, or “Team Gug,” should resign their roles at his father Danny’s church, Edge Church International, and sell their home and relocate to Port Adelaide.'
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2022-03-241h 17
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.047 - Houstons, we have a Hillsong problem (Leadership Part 4)In this special episode, Brian & Troy discuss the recent moral allegations brought against Brian Houston of Hillsong, by the online publication Crikey.
The Crikey article we quote is here: https://www.crikey.com.au/2022/03/18/brian-houston-revelations-hillsong/
Warning: This episode touches on issues concerning sexual misconduct and sexual harassment. If you are in Australia and require support, please reach out to 1800RESPECT by phone or online at www.1800respect.org.au/ or Lifeline on 13 11 14.
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2022-03-1939 min
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.046 - Elle Hardy and the Pentecostals Who Want to Take Over the WorldElle Hardy is an accomplished Australian journalist who wrote Beyond Belief: How Pentecostal Christianity is taking over the world. Brian and Troy chat with Elle about how and why she undertook this project and what she discovered about the global Pentecostal phenomenon.
You can find her book at all the usual places online and access Elle's website here: https://www.hurstpublishers.com/book/beyond-belief/
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2022-03-1753 min
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.045 - Brian Becomes a Bapticostal (Our Stories Part 23)Brian journeys away from Pentecostalism and fundamentalism to a more moderate Baptist space. He remembers being pulled back into Pentecostalism and even trying it back on for size, only to find it no longer fit.
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2022-03-1056 min
5 Questions in 5 Minutes with Brian PriorSammy McDowellChef, entrepreneur, community leader, and star of Small Business Revolution Sammy McDowell joins Brian Prior on this edition of 5 Questions in 5 Minutes.
2022-03-0504 min
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.042 - Christian Books and Bookstores (Our Stories Part 22)This first episode for Season 3 comes out swinging as Brian and Troy discuss the Hillsong news that Brian Houston has stepped down as its Global Senior Pastor. They then go for a walk down memory lane, discussing Christian bookstores and what they sell.
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2022-02-241h 02
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.027 - Sexual Predators in Megachurches (Sex Part 3; Our Stories Part 16)As Pentecostals, both B&T crossed paths with sexual predators in church. This episode recalls those meetings and also some of the scandals that plagued Pentecostalism in recent years.
The articles mentioned in this episode are:
Findings released into Australian Christian Churches and affiliated Pentecostal churches
Royal Commission sex abuse inquiry censures Hillsong head Brian Houston
Assemblies of God leaders alleged to have abused children
Hillsong leader Brian Houston was charged over the concealment of alleged child sex offences
Warning: This episode touches on issues concerning rape, sexual abuse and the sexual abuse of minors...
2021-09-2346 min
DataCentricInside Arm Neoverse & Arm9 with Arm's Brian JeffArm9 is Arm's first major architectural update in nearly a decade. Neoverse enables Arm's ecosystem of partners to bring the new Arm9 architecture into the data center.
This episode goes deep into the value that Arm9 and Neoverse bring to data center workloads, as hosts Matt Kimball and Steve McDowell talk with Arm's Brian Jeff, Senior Director of Product Management for Arm's infrastructure business.
The group has a wide-ranging conversation about what's motivated some of the architectural enhancements delivered in Arm9, the shifting enterprise landscape, and where Neoverse fits into it all. Special...
2021-05-0453 minI was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.001 - Brian‘s Christian Conversion Story (Our Stories Part 1)"No bibles, no preaching, no god-bothering!" These were the conditions B put upon his two brothers, who had recently converted to Pentecostal Christianity, if he were to visit them while on holidays. What happened next would change the course of his life and still continues to impact who he is today.
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2021-03-1627 min
YOUR INTENTION MATTERS! The Sales PodcastEp. 103 - "My Scorecard for Life if Different than My Scorecard for Business" Brian McDowell (SVP Sales @ SocialChorus)On this episode Brian McDowell - SVP Sales @ SocialChorus joins me to share his story! "My Scorecard for Life if Different than My Scorecard for Business" is his foundation so get ready and enjoy Brian's story!YOUR INTENTION MATTERS...because that's the result you'll tend to get!www.soartraining.com
2021-01-0424 min
The Crumb - Bake from ScratchPerfect Pies with Erin Jeanne McDowellBrian and Kyle Grace talk with Erin Jeanne McDowell about the art of pies, from the flaky crust to amazing filling. Erin has come out with her new cookbook, The Book of Pie, and will be answering listener questions on some pie troubleshooting. Plus, we’re sharing some of the exciting things that are on the horizon for Brian, Erin, and the baking community. A special thank-you to our sponsors for this episode, Red Star, Kerrygold, C&H Sugar, and Bob’s Red Mill. Check out their products here:https://redstaryeast.com/products/https://www.chsugar.com/p...
2020-11-0741 min
The Uncommon Comedy PodcastEpisode 20: Rachel McDowell - ComedianEpisode 20 features comedian Rachel McDowell.
Rachel takes us through her career, her worst show ever, corporate comedy, and being delusional/
We also discuss Rachel’s organization of choice, "Catskills Animal Sanctuary".
All episodes are available to watch on YouTube. Search Uncommon Comedy Podcast.
Hosted by comedian Brian Apprille.
2020-09-081h 14Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership37: Maintaining Strategic Focus as a Nonprofit Leader (Brian Maness)037: Maintaining Strategic Focus as a Nonprofit Leader (Brian Maness)SUMMARYWhat do you do to stay organized in an ever-changing environment with children and families from across the state depending on you? Like many nonprofit CEO’s right now, Brian Maness has had to navigate both the personal and professional demands of nonprofit leadership despite an uncertain landscape around him. Brian is the President & CEO of Children’s Home Society of North Carolina, providing services ranging from adoption and foster care to parent education and teen p...
2020-05-2157 min
Got Invention Radio w/ Host Brian FriedJenny McDowell Financial Help For Your Patents-Pro Bono Program From US Patent & Trademark OfficeHost of Got Invention Radio Brian Fried interviewed Jenny McDowell, the Pro Bono Coordinator of the US Patent & Trademark Office and Grant Corboy, Patent Attorney for the Pro Bono Program of the USPTO. Find out how you can get pro bono (FREE) legal services to protect your invention ideas if you qualify.
2020-05-0924 min
Conversate with Shawn MatheniaCONVERSATE: with Brian McDowell part 2http://brianmcdowellcomedy.com/To address the current shortage of old straight white male comedians complaining about everything on stages across America, Brian McDowell has returned to stand-up comedy after a long absence. Born in Memphis and raised in St. Louis, McDowell performed in comedy clubs around the country before temporarily retiring to write an award-winning humor column for a small-town newspaper in Kansas.Upon his comeback to the comedy stage, the hard-working comic has been bowling audiences over and placing highly in several comedy contests with his clever material and ranting style.Called “half-crazed and wholly hi...
2020-01-2926 minConversate with Shawn MatheniaCONVERSATE: with Brian McDowell part 1http://brianmcdowellcomedy.com/To address the current shortage of old straight white male comedians complaining about everything on stages across America, Brian McDowell has returned to stand-up comedy after a long absence. Born in Memphis and raised in St. Louis, McDowell performed in comedy clubs around the country before temporarily retiring to write an award-winning humor column for a small-town newspaper in Kansas.Upon his comeback to the comedy stage, the hard-working comic has been bowling audiences over and placing highly in several comedy contests with his clever material and ranting style.Called “half-crazed and wholly hi...
2020-01-2627 minYour Path to Nonprofit Leadership12: 7 Professional Development Books for Your 2020 Reading List (Patton McDowell)#012: 7 Professional Development Books for Your 2020 Reading List (Patton McDowell)This is the second episode in a three-part series focused on an effective year-end review and an actionable personal strategic plan for the year ahead. Many goal setting exercises include an effort to read more on professional development topics, and this episode recommends seven books that correspond with each “stop” on Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership. Listen to hear summaries of the following outstanding resources:1. As you Sharpen Your Vision, read Carol Dweck’s Mindset2. To help yo...
2020-01-0116 min
Search Engine Journal ShowBrian McDowell on Enterprise Ecommerce SEO, Mobile & Respect - Ep. 165Brian McDowell of BloomReach shares his insights on enterprise ecommerce SEO, mobile search, and the power of respect. The post Brian McDowell on Enterprise Ecommerce SEO, Mobile & Respect [PODCAST] appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
2019-09-2632 min
The Left HookEpisode 385 - Brian McDowellComedian Brian McDowell comes on the Q to discuss a "verbal tussle" him and host Mark Bland had regarding the position of success and how it should be viewed from his point of view. Brian disagree's with Mark, so Mark invited him on to discuss which comics are truly FAMOUS and which ones are D and C list celebs at best. Along for this wonderful ride is Jason Kull and Gary Weed who also join in on this foray. Mark and Gary have been going back and forth about Harold Baines making it into the Baseball Hall...
2018-12-131h 15The Q NowEpisode 385 - Brian McDowellComedian Brian McDowell comes on the Q to discuss a "verbal tussle" him and host Mark Bland had regarding the position of success and how it should be viewed from his point of view. Brian disagree's with Mark, so Mark invited him on to discuss which comics are truly FAMOUS and which ones are D and C list celebs at best. Along for this wonderful ride is Jason Kull and Gary Weed who also join in on this foray. Mark and Gary have been going back and forth about Harold Baines making it into the Baseball Hall...
2018-12-131h 15
The Ryan and Brian ShowEpisode 4 - Jay McDowell & Brian McCarthyGuests Jay McDowell (@_JGMcDowell) and Brian McCarthy (@McCarthyHowell) join the show to discuss the exciting new Innovative Learning Initiative, otherwise known as "ILI". The ILI is set to open in the fall of 2018, and Mr. McCarthy expects somewhere between 70-80 students to attend. Feel the passion exude from this podcast when McDowell and McCarthy share their views on education. All of Howell Public Schools is excited to see what happens with the "ILI".This episode also contains the following features: Podcast Recommendations from Ryan and Brian, Ed Tech Talk with Ryan, and Brian's Read.
2018-03-2000 min