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NHAR GETTING REALEpisode 9: Homeownership's racial divideDave Cummings and Laura Hallahan begin with a Seussical look at the Preamble to the Code of Ethics, then quickly dive into a conversation about the "softening" real estate market. Interviews include: Legal Counsel Matt Johnson on four critical tips for buyer and seller agents; Ben Cushing on his "Breaking Into The Higher End Market" CE course on Aug. 7; Bob Quinn and Adam Schmidt with a review of the legislative session's impact on real estate; and NH Center for Justice and Equity President & CEO Anthony Poore on the racial divide examined in the organization's "Challenges to Homeownership in New...
2025-07-0739 minNHAR GETTING REALEpisode 8: $100K and 19 percentHighlights from NAR Director of Legal Affairs Charlie Lee's appearance at an NHAR broker forum to help explain the MLS changes around Clear Cooperation. Plus: Host Dave Cummings and co-host Laura Hallahan discuss a recent NAR study that showed $100,000 earners in NH can only afford 19 percent of homes on the market. Guests: legal counsel Matt Johnson, instructor John Doran, chief lobbyist Adam Schmidt, and philosopher Matthew Ferrara.
2025-06-0537 min
Mrparka's Weekly Reviews and Update/ The Secret Top 10Horror in 1982: The Thing with Troy Howarth and Michele KisnerA new series where I sit down with a guest and talk about a 1982 horror film and horror in 1982 as a whole. The guests this time around Michelle Kisner - film critic and contributor to a number of home media releases. Troy Howarth - writer who has written books about the likes of Dario Argento, Lucio Fulci, and Umberto Lenzi. Troy also has done numerous commentary tracks for several cult and horror films.The Thing - 1982 - Join Carpenter Kurt Russell Keith David Wilford Brimley Richard Masur T.K. Carter David Clennon Richard Dysart Charles Hallahan Peter Maloney Donald Moffat...
2025-04-191h 39NHAR GETTING REALEpisode 6: The 'Fair' in Fair HousingNHAR Legal Committee Chair Laura Hallahan joins host Dave Cummings to discuss the upcoming changes around Clear Cooperation, Fair Housing, and the influence of the legendary Ann Hallahan on her daughter's real estate career. Guests include: Legal counsel Matt Johnson, instructor John Doran, NHAR programs manager Nicole Greco, and BIA President & CEO Mike Skelton on the critical work of the New Hampshire Housing Supply Coalition.
2025-04-0134 min
The Substance167: Remembering David Lynch & Preparing for the Next Four Years feat. Editor DaveSorry about the unintentional hiatus but we are back! Pre-Super Bowl, I sat down to catch up with Editor Dave to catch up and do a little TTU. David Lynch died and that sucks, but we have an incredible body of work to enjoy forever along with the legacy of inspiration he's left to countless artists. One way or another, Donal Trump won the election and the next four years are gonna be full of things that really suck (for everyone around the world, even the folks who voted for him), however this isn't the end of everything and...
2025-03-101h 13
Cinematic Doctrine: A Movie Review Podcast Hosted by ChristiansArrival - w/ The Gospel According To Making the Most of MiserySend us a Question!MOVIE DISCUSSION: The Gospel According To Podcast & Instagram Dave Hallahan of The Gospel According To podcast joins Melvin in discussing one of Dennis Villeneuve's most accessible and celebrated features, Arrival! Topics:(PATREON EXCLUSIVE) 36-minutes of discussing Dave Hallahan's podcast The Gospel According To, their wide-variety of subject matter, the pursuit of media literacy, and the wonder of curation. (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)Dave shares about his podcast The Gospel According To, his meme page @youthgroupmemes, and his Substack "Bottom's Up w...
2024-03-121h 33
Pretty Good Vibrations90s Alternative Mega-Tournament (Part 1)Nirvana. The Smashing Pumpkins. Rage Against the Machine. Sublime. Green Day. Oasis. Soundgarden. Cake.Those of us who came of age with these bands should consider ourselves lucky. What a rich time for rock (and pop) music! Sherwood's own Joe Greenetz, who has been "preparing for this moment all his life," returns for a 35-artist mega-tournament to crown the Kings (or Queens) of Teen Angst.Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4z1gPfruzKHwvoqhK9hIgF?si=64a15f7610d84fcbPGV Shirts: prettygoodvibrations.bigcartel.comPGV Facebook Discussion Group: https://www...
2024-02-061h 46
Saints and CinemaEpisode 65 - Serious or Frivolous? with Philip Marinello of The Substance PodcastIn only our second-ever joint episode, we spend some time with Philip Marinello of The Substance discussing whether movies are serious or frivolous. Are they just entertainment or something more significant? How seriously should we take them? Then we each offer up our own frivolous and serious picks. Enjoy!The SubstanceSpecial thank you to Dave Hallahan of The Gospel According To... podcast for editing this episode!Some of the movies we mention in this episode: Dumb and Dumber, Jackass Forever, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, Spotlight, After Yang, Columbus, Calvary, A Hidden Life...
2023-12-241h 15
Hope Christian FellowshipFearing Failure"Fearing Failure" from Sunday Morning by Pastor Dave Hallahan
2023-12-0629 min
The S1E1 PodcastS1E1 Grace Under Fire"Grace Under Fire" is a sitcom that aired from 1993 to 1998. The show revolves around Grace Kelly (Brett Butler), a recently divorced mother of three, who works as a blue-collar worker in a refinery in Missouri. Despite the challenges she faces as a single parent, Grace maintains her humor and resilience while navigating the ups and downs of her personal and professional life. The series tackles various social issues and features a diverse cast of characters, providing a mix of comedy and heartfelt moments.
The show faced several challenges during its run, which ultimately led to its cancellation...
2023-06-291h 38
The Gospel According To PodcastVol. 2 Chapter 4: Revival? w/ Josh HallahanThe Gospel According To... is the first and only podcast looking at the intersection of pop culture and Christian faith. On today's episode, Dan and Dave sit down with Josh Hallahan. Josh has had a front row seat to what is being called the "Asbury Revival." Josh works for the Francis Asbury Society that works in close relationship with Asbury University and Asbury Theological Seminary. Hear what has been happening down in a little town of Wilmore, Kentucky. And think with us about how we respond to "revivals" and moves of the Spirit.
Do your part in o...
2023-02-2245 min
The Gospel According To PodcastVol. 1 Chapter 15: Star Wars w/ Jack BroomellA long time ago in a camp office far, far away Dan Ulrich and Dave Hallahan sat down with the one who would restore balance to the podcast world, Jack Broomell. That's right! This is The Gospel According to Star Wars episode! Jack is highly qualified and he brings the goods as we discuss what the most profitable movie franchise in history has to do with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Be sure to hop into your podracer and check out our socials! As the Lord commanded, be sure to share The Gospel (According To...) with your...
2022-09-0748 min
The Gospel According To PodcastVol. 1 Chapter 13 - Back to School w/ Leah & Riley HallahanThe Gospel According To... is the first and only podcast looking at the intersection of pop culture and Christian faith. On today's episode, Dave is joined by Leah Hallahan (@themombydesign) and Riley Hallahan - his wife and oldest daughter. The three of them discuss back to school traditions and the surprising good news about going back to school.
Be sure to follow us on social media to give yourself something to do while your teacher drones on and on or while your kid tells you the pointless things about their day! As the Lord commanded, be sure...
2022-08-2429 min
Thinking Out Loud063 - Christian Anarchy w/ Jay NewmanPatreon Page
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Today, I'm joined by Jay Newman. Jay is the Pit Master at Shotgun Willie's in Nashville, TN as well as the owner of Newman Family BBQ. In addition to BBQ, Jay has a history in ministry and music. He's also an Eagles fan! But today we discuss the...
2022-04-1953 min
Thinking Out Loud062 - I Disagre With Dave: HealingPatreon Page
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
This is our fourth episode in the mini series, I Disagree with Dave. You can listen to the previous three here (059 - Hell) and here (060 - Same-Sex Relationships) and here (Theological Grab Bag). Today, I'm joined by Dan Ulrich, man behind @youthgroupmemes, to discuss the nature of healing...
2022-04-1256 min
Thinking Out Loud061 - I Disagree with Dave: Theology Grab BagPatreon Page
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
This is our third episode in the mini series, I Disagree with Dave. You can listen to the previous two here (059 - Hell) and here (060 - Same-Sex Relationships). Today, I'm joined by Andy Sommers to discuss our theological journeys. Over the 5ish years that Andy and I have...
2022-04-051h 01
Thinking Out Loud060 - I Disagree with Dave: Same-Sex RelationshipsPatreon Page
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
This is our second episode in a series called 'I Disagree with Dave.' Today, Alex DeMarco is up and he disagrees with Dave on the nature of same sex relationships. Alex is fully affirming and Dave is not. As two straight men having this conversation, we absolutely...
2022-03-291h 08
Thinking Out Loud059 - I Disagree w/ Dave: HellPatreon Page
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Today begins the first episode of the "I Disagree With Dave" series! I'm joined by Emily DiLorenzo, who you may recall from episode 9 where we discussed the Enneagram. Emily joins me this time to disagree with me about the nature of hell. For a better understanding of my...
2022-03-2240 min
Thinking Out Loud058 - A Field Guide to Christian Nonviolence w/ David C. Cramer & Myles WerntzPatreon Page
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Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Today I'm joined by authors David C. Cramer and Myles Werntz who recently released a book entitled, A Field Guide to Christian Nonviolence: Key Thinkers, Activists, and Movements for the Gospel of Peace. We discuss Anabaptism, nonresistance vs nonviolence, violence vs force...
2022-02-151h 14
Thinking Out Loud057 - Called to Reconciliation w/ Jay AugustinePatreon Page
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Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Today I'm joined by author and advocate, pastor and professor Jay Augustine. His latest book, Called to Reconciliation: How the Church Can Model Justice, Diversity, and Inclusion releases February 8 and is the topic of our conversation today. Jay ha...
2022-02-0143 min
Thinking Out Loud056 - God's Not Dead, Bo Burnham, and What Makes For 'Christian' Art?Patreon Page
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Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
For the final episode of 2021, Dan Lein and I sit down to discuss what makes for 'Christian' art. You'll hear us live react to the most recent God's Not Dead trailer, discuss The Chosen, Seinfeld, and mostly Bo Burnham's Inside. Enjoy!
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2021-12-311h 02
Thinking Out Loud055 - Heavy Burdens & LGBTQ Christians w/ Bridget Eileen RiveraPatreon Page
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Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
This week, I'm joined by Bridget Eileen Rivera to discuss her book Heavy Burdens: Seven Ways LGBTQ Christians Face Harm in the Church. Bridget is gay, celibate, and a Christian whose blog, Meditations of a Traveling Nun, is a leading resource on ga...
2021-12-1453 min
Thinking Out Loud054 - The Hallahans Went to Disney!Patreon Page
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Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
This week's episode is a bit different. I'm joined by Leah Hallahan and we discuss our recent trip to Walt Disney World. What's it like to do vacation, much less a Disney vacation, with three little ones? What were our favorite parts? Wh...
2021-12-0749 min
Thinking Out Loud053 - Restless Devices w/ Felicia Wu SongPatreon Page
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Today I am joined by Dr. Felicia Su Wong, a cultural sociologist of media and digital technologies, currently serving as professor of sociology at Westmont College in Santa Barbara. We discuss her book, OUT NOW!, Restless Devices: Recovering Personhood, Presence, and Place in the Digital Age. Our technologies are...
2021-11-3048 min
Thinking Out Loud052 - Stu G of the Beatitudes ProjectPatreon Page
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Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Today I am joined by Stu Garrard formerly of Delirious and now the creative mind behind The Beatitudes Project. Stu's desire to live the Jesus way and show others how they can take part in this upside down kingdom is truly infectious. I...
2021-11-2344 min
Thinking Out Loud051 - When Everything Is On Fire w/ Brian ZahndPatreon Page
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Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Brian Zahnd is the founding pastor of Word of Life church in St. Joseph, Missouri. Through 40 years of pastoring, Brian has experience his own version of deconstruction and watched others go through theirs. In his most recent book, When Everything Is On Fi...
2021-11-161h 06
Thinking Out Loud050 - What Does the Church Have to Offer Us Now? w/ John ChaffeePatreon Page
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Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
We are now in a time where the church isn’t by default a place people go to find purpose and meaning and pastors are people who are given the benefit of the doubt in being wiser and closer to truth. The quest...
2021-11-0956 min
Thinking Out Loud049 - An Inerrant Idol w/ Alex DeMarcoPatreon Page
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Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
On this week's episode, Rob Cook and I are joined by Alex DeMarco. Alex is a project editor for Baker Academic and Brazos Press, my college buddy, and author of this article: Sacrificing LGBTQ+ Well-Being and More on the Altar of an Ine...
2021-11-021h 04
Thinking Out Loud048 - Truly Thinking Out Loud w/ Kevin MakinsPatreon Page
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Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Buckle up! This is such a fun episode. I LOVED talking with Kevin. As you'll hear, I asked him to come on to talk about why we don't talk about money. We did that, but we did so much more. We talk abo...
2021-10-261h 12Thinking Out LoudBONUS: Texas Abortion Law w/ Tamer AborousThis episode was first released on our Patreon Page.
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
At this point, you've all heard about the Texas Abortion Law. I am joined by recent Baylor Law graduate, Tamer Abouras, to ask him to break down the specifics of the law. We also both share our general approach to the...
2021-10-2154 min
Thinking Out Loud047 - deconstruction: Why Are You Still A Christian? pt. 3Patreon Page (Conversation w/ Tamer Abouras re: the Texas Abortion Law is now available to the public!)
In this three part series Dave Hallahan, Rob Cook, and Cory Murphy will all take turns answering that question. In a time where so many millennials and Christians of all generations are leaving the faith, why are they still here? This question is obviously deeply subjective and personal. There may be some answers that you resonate with and others that feel like they're answering a different question. But I think we can learn from each other, we can see that God is doing s...
2021-10-1950 min
Thinking Out Loud046 - deconstruction: Why Are You Still A Christian? pt. 2Patreon Page (Conversation w/ Tamer Abouras re: the Texas Abortion Law is now available to the public!)
In this three part series Dave Hallahan, Rob Cook, and Cory Murphy will all take turns answering that question. In a time where so many millennials and Christians of all generations are leaving the faith, why are they still here? This question is obviously deeply subjective and personal. There may be some answers that you resonate with and others that feel like they're answering a different question. But I think we can learn from each other, we can see that God is doing...
2021-10-1252 min
Thinking Out Loud045 - deconstruction: Why Are You Still A Christian? Part 1.Over the next three weeks, Dave Hallahan, Rob Cook, and Cory Murphy will all take turns answer that question. In a time where so many millennials and Christians of all generations are leaving the faith, why are they still here? This question is obviously deeply subjective and personal. There may be some answers that you resonate with and others that feel like they're answering a different question. But I think we can learn from each other, we can see that God is doing something different in each of us, and this is good.
This week, Dave takes his turn answering...
2021-10-0554 min
Thinking Out Loud044 - You Are Not Your Own w/ Alan NobleMove for Peace Fundraising Page
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Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Today I am joined by Dr. Alan Noble to discuss his forth coming book, You Are Not Your Own: Belonging to God in an Inhuman World. In this book and in the interview, Alan shows how the unfettered freedom w...
2021-09-2853 min
Thinking Out Loud043 - 80s Movies & Favorite Books w/ Rob Cook & Cory MurphyMove for Peace Fundraising Page
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Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Today, Rob, Cory, and myself play and 80s movie trivia game and discuss our top-3 books. Let me know in the comments below how well you did at the game a...
2021-09-2133 min
Thinking Out Loud042 - Good Apple: Tales of a Southern Evangelical in New York w/ Elizabeth PassarellaMove for Peace Fundraising Page
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Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Today, I am joined by Elizabeth Passarella author of Good Apple: Tales of a Southern Evangelical in New York. You'll LOVE this book! I did, my wife did, my co-host f...
2021-09-1457 min
Thinking Out Loud041 - Pandemic Pastoring w/ Cory MurphyMove for Peace Fundraising Page
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Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Today, Cory Murphy and I catch up on the craziness of the last 18 months and discuss what leading through transition looks like while everyone is dealing with a pandemic.
Resources Mention:
Winsome Conviction: Disagreeing wit...
2021-09-0743 min
Thinking Out LoudSEASON PREVIEW (Extended Cut)Here's a sampling of what's happening this upcoming season!
2021-09-0205 minThinking Out LoudTop 5 Countdown - #1 - The Enneagram w/ Emily DiLorenzoThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Emily DiLorenzo and I chat about the Enneagram. What's all the fuss about? Well, we tell you. What is the enneagram, what isn't it? We'll also discuss how it has helped us as individuals and in our respective marriages.
The Road Back to You by Ian Cron and Suzanne Stabile
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2021-08-3150 minThinking Out LoudTop 5 Countdown - #2 - Fatherhood, Contentment, & Slowing DownPatreon Page
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective. There will be tears. Maybe only mine, but tears nonetheless. Leah said it would be a good idea to record a conversation with me on fatherhood. It was therapeutic for me and hopefully there is something in here for you.
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2021-08-2449 minThinking Out LoudPatreon Sneak PeekHere's a taste of what the Thinking Out Loud Patrons have heard this month...
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2021-08-1902 minThinking Out LoudTop 5 Countdown - #3 - My Friend Is in a Missional Community, Should I Be Concerned? w/ Kevin TrivitsThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Kevin is a pastor at a missional community...kind sounds like a cult, right? Well, after recapping some of our college adventures, Kevin and I talk about his journey and what lead him to the missional movement.
Resources Discussed in the show:
Surprise the World by...
2021-08-1746 minThinking Out LoudTop 5 Countdown - #4 - Frustrations and Hopes w/ the Church (feat. Mel Hartley)Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
In anticipation of the new season, we are counting down the top 5 most listened to episodes. Today we revisit episode 008, Mel Hartley and I talk about our frustrations and hopes with the Church. Why are we still here? What brings us joy and what frustrates us when it comes to the church...
2021-08-1048 minThinking Out LoudTop 5 Countdown - #5 - Falling in and out of love w/ the Bible (w/ Rich Dugan)Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective. In anticipation of the new season, we are counting down the top 5 most listened to episodes. Today we revisit episode 004, Rich Dugan and I talk about our evolving relationship with the Bible - how we've fallen in and out of love with it and then back in again, and resources that have helped us g...
2021-08-0340 min
Hope DailySpecial Episode - Small Group PreviewPastor Dave is joined by Josh and Kelly Hallahan for this special edition of Hope Daily. In addition to getting an update on what is happening in Josh and Kelly's life, they share about their upcoming 6-week small group on The Greatest Commandment. If you have been dizzied by this last year and are looking for solid ground to place your feet on, this may be the group for you. Sign-up at the link below:
https://www.hopechristianfellowship.org/small-groups/
If you are interested in following along with Josh and Kelly you can follow their j...
2021-04-0917 minThinking Out LoudLiving As AmbassadorsDropping by to share a message I preached recently at my church.
OH, and to let you know that there's a new podcast in the works. Keep your eyes peeled for more deets. And if you have a story that you think qualifies for "that one time at youth group..." then hit me up at dave@hopechristianfellowship.org and you could be a part of this new podcast.
2021-02-1541 minThinking Out Loud040 - Soul - A Movie ReviewDan Lein and I talk about Disney Pixar's Soul. SPOILERS ABOUND
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2021-01-1440 minThinking Out Loud039 - Jesus, the Great Philosopher (A Book Review + Some Other Updates)HEY! Remember me? I'm back in your ear holes with a book review of Jonathan Pennington's Jesus, The Great Philosopher: Rediscovering the Wisdom Needed for the Good Life
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2020-12-2115 minThinking Out Loud038 - Enneagram Couples: Ashley & Chris Part 2 (Plus Outtakes)Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective. Throughout this series, Leah (2) and I (9) will be sitting down with some of our friends to discuss the their relationships and the role the Enneagram has played in helping them identify and overcome obstacles. We begin with Ashley and Chris Black, a fellow 9 and 2. Enjoy!
2020-09-0737 minThinking Out Loud037 - Enneagram Couples: Ashley (9) & Chris (9)Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Throughout this series, Leah (2) and I (9) will be sitting down with some of our friends to discuss the their relationships and the role the enneagram has played in helping them identify and overcome obstacles. We begin with Ashley and Chris Black, a fellow 9 and 2. Enjoy!
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2020-08-311h 01Thinking Out LoudBONUS: Love Over Fear RevisitedAt our church, Hope Christian Fellowship, we had a small group that read through Dan White Jr's Love Over Fear. He was kind enough to join us to dig deeper into his work. Here is that conversation.
2020-08-281h 04Thinking Out LoudQUARANTINE SPECIAL: Talking Coronavirus & The Joker w/ Dan Kent and Rex HarsinThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Repeat guests, Rex Harsin and Dan Kent, join me to discuss hope in the midst of the Covid-19 outbreak and the hopelessness of The Joker.
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2020-03-261h 14
Retro ’RentsThe Retro Rents - EP056 - PAX East Adventure Games PanelWhat's up everyone! First off, big credit to Dan Policar for recording this audio and providing it for us to broadcast here. Second, as you all heard in our previous episode, Al and Nick attended the "What's Next For Adventure Games" Panel at PAX East. The panel was a great "Who's who" making amazing Adventure games today:
Dave Gilbert [CEO Wadjet Eye Games],
Katie Hallahan Rahhal [Co-Founder & Game Designer Phoenix Online Studios]
Julia Minamata [Creator & Artist The Crimson Diamond]
Moderated by Francisco Gonzalez [CEO Grundislav Games]
We had SO...
2020-03-1359 minThinking Out Loud036 - Breaking the Mental Health Stigma w/ Jess St. PeteryThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Jess and I discuss the progress made in breaking the stigmas surrounding mental health and what can still be done. Jess also shares much of her journey as it relates to her mental health. Both Jess and I have benefited greatly from therapy. If you have felt like you need to take...
2020-03-121h 00Thinking Out LoudLove Over Fear w/ Dan White Jr (full episode)Patreon Page // Buy Thinking Out Loud Products
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
This is an interview I had with Dan White Jr over the summer. You may have heard an abbreviated version then, but this is the full-length version that was originally saved for our Patreon members. In light of the recent events at the N...
2020-02-1157 min
Thinking Out Loud035 - Just Mercy & The Biblical Case for NonviolencePatreon Page // Buy Thinking Out Loud Products
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
It's just me today. I recently went and saw Just Mercy, the story of Bryan Stevenson and the Equal Justice Initiative. It was awesome! So I talk a little bit about the movie, the death penalty, and then I get into why I h...
2020-02-0342 minThinking Out Loud034 - Independent Presidential Candidate - Mark CharlesPatreon Page // Buy Thinking Out Loud Products
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Mark Charles is running for president as an independent candidate. He joined the show for episode 14 back in July. He makes his return and we cover a wide swath of topics which include - his campaigning to Native peoples, the impeachment of President T...
2020-01-1348 minThinking Out Loud033 - Best of 2019 w/ @thebeautifulbetweenpodcastPatreon Page // Buy Thinking Out Loud Products
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
I'm joined by the ladies from @thebeautifulbetweenpodcast. Serena, Kelli, and myself discuss our favorite albums, podcasts, books, movies, streamed shows, and songs from the year that was. Below is a list (no links - sorry, not sorry) of our favorites.
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2020-01-0636 min
Thinking Out Loud032 - Sex Was God's Idea w/ Jason SoucinekPatreon Page // Buy Thinking Out Loud Products
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Jason Soucinek, Executive Director and Founder of Project 619, joins me to discuss our current sexual culture and what God's word has to say about it. Christians are often louder on what they are against than what they are for, but a biblical sexual et...
2019-12-0945 minThinking Out Loud031 - The Most Underrated Book of the New TestamentPatreon Page // Buy Thinking Out Loud Products
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
I'm joined by John Galante (Hell of a Conversation, Avengers:Endgame) to discuss the book of Hebrews. That's right, we believe it is the most underrated book of the NT and we are here to tell you why. Also...what do we do with that pesky Old Testament...
2019-12-0353 minThinking Out Loud030 - Faith in WeaknessPatreon Page // Buy Thinking Out Loud Products
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
This is recording of a message I gave at Hope Christian Fellowship. It is also, in some ways, a follow up to the previous podcast episode. I feel like I'm being led into weakness in multiple areas of my life. That is an uncomfortable feeling, but I think...
2019-11-2549 minThinking Out Loud029 - Fatherhood, Contentment, & Slowing DownPatreon Page // Buy Thinking Out Loud Products
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
There will be tears. Maybe only mine, but tears nonetheless. Leah said it would be a good idea to record a conversation with me on fatherhood. It was therapeutic for me and hopefully there is something in here for you.
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2019-11-1845 minThinking Out Loud028 - Reading Fiction (and Non-Fiction) Will Help You Read the Bible BetterPatreon Page // Buy Thinking Out Loud Products
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Today's guest is Ashley Evans Black. Ashley is a mental health counselor turned youth director who loves to read! I'm a youth director and I love to read! So we chat reading. Have we always been readers? What led us to becoming readers? What were some of the...
2019-11-1145 minThinking Out Loud027 - Jonah - Fact or Fiction?Patreon Page // Buy Thinking Out Loud Products
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Today's episode is the first addressing the "Problem Passages" you sent in. I'll take a look at some overall themes we should keep in mind while reading scripture and then take a closer look at Jonah. How literally should we read it and how does that decision effect...
2019-10-2828 minThinking Out Loud026 - Christians and Conspiracy Theories w/ Larry JohnsonPatreon Page // Buy Thinking Out Loud Products
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Former Penn State University and NFL running back, Larry Johnson, joins me to discuss the deep dives he's taken into conspiracy theories and the role his faith has played in them. I share my skepticism and how conspiracy theories have real life consequences and, for Christians, often distract...
2019-10-2143 minThinking Out Loud025 - Speaking Truth in a Distracted Age w/ Alan NoblePatreon Page // Buy Thinking Out Loud Products
Alan Noble - Professor of English at Oklahoma Baptist University, Editor-in-Chief of Christ and Pop Culture, and author of Disruptive Witness: Speaking Truth in a Distracted Age - joins me to discuss basketball, his recent Medium article On Living, and his most recent book. Disruptive Witness is a must read for anyone working directly with young adults or with interest in reaching younger generations with the gospel. After reading the introduction and first chapter, I bought ten copies of the book to give away. Despite Alan's stubbornness and refusal to just tell me...
2019-10-1448 min
Thinking Out Loud024 - On Where We Live And Why w/ Drew DyckPatreon Page // Buy Thinking Out Loud Products
Drew Dyck joins me to discuss a bit about his latest book, Your Futurue Self Will Thank You, the subsequent podcast, and we also discuss the factors and implications of where we live. How should we choose where we live? Should we move to the best neighborhood with the best school district we can afford? Or is there a call for us to live counter culturally when deciding where we live?
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The Gospel Comes with a House Key by Rosaria Butterfield
Divided by Faith by Michael O Emerson and Christian...
2019-10-0744 min
Thinking Out Loud023 - An Introduction to Open Theism w/ Dan KentPatreon Page // Buy Thinking Out Loud Products
Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Dan Kent joins me to discuss his book, Confident Humility, and Open Theism. Open Theism was, and still is, something I know little about. But since my introduction to it, I've been quite interested. Dan helps to shed some light on what Open Theism is and some of...
2019-09-3051 minThinking Out LoudBONUS EPISODE: Impeachment Proceedings w/ Jim JeffersonThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Thanks to Jim Jefferson for hopping on to talk about President Trump, Ukraine, and the like!
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2019-09-2727 minThinking Out Loud022 - The Family - Nefarious, Naive, or NeitherThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Today I am joined once again by Rex Harsin. You may remember him for his documentary, Beating Guns, and our conversation surrounding that in episode 12. But today we discuss another documentary, The Family, available on Netflix. While promising to uncover a secret society of Christians who have been influencing American and international politics for decades...
2019-09-2334 minThinking Out Loud021 - Is 'Right or Wrong' the Wrong Question?Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Today I am joined by Alex DeMarco. Alex studied at Cairn University and Princeton Theological Seminary, served as a youth pastor in Chicago, and currently works as an editor for Brazos Press. He joined the show to discuss Christian ethics. We explore the need for a more robust understanding of morality for Jesus followers and...
2019-09-1655 minThinking Out Loud020 - Is America A Christian Nation...And Does It Matter?Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Today I'm joined by Brian Saunders to discuss whether or not America is, was, or ever can be a Christian nation. To hear the full conversation consider joining us on our Patreon Page for as little as $3/month you can receive all the perks! For continued thought on this topic check out the resources below:
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2019-09-0251 minThinking Out LoudA Personal UpdateThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
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2019-08-1910 minThinking Out Loud019 - Missions and the Global Church w/ Josh HallahanThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
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Today's guest, Josh Hallahan, has been a missionary in Uganda, Africa for 8 years with his wife and four kids. We discuss the nature of missions, his call into missions, how he views missions now, and what living in Uganda has done to his view of God and the church.
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2019-08-1243 minThinking Out Loud018 - A Consistent Life Ethic w/ Charlie CamosyThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
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Today's guest, Charlie Camosy, is an Associate Professor of theological and social ethics at Fordham University, a board member of Democrats for Life, and author of the recent book Resisting Throwaway Culture: How a Consistent Life Ethic Can Unite a Fractured People. Charlie and I discuss this book and whether or not he...
2019-08-0640 minThinking Out Loud017 - Recovering the Art of Conversation in the Church w/ Chris SmithThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
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Today's guest, Chris Smith, is an editor over at The Englewood Review of Books and author of the recent book, How the Body of Christ Talks: Recovering the Art of Conversation in the Church. Chris argues that the lost art of conversation is vital to moving past the individualism and polarization of our...
2019-07-2942 minThinking Out Loud016 - The Practical and Spiritual Benefits of Minimalism w/ @themombydesignThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
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Today's guest, Leah Hallahan, is the creator of The Mom By Design, an interior design and lifestyle blog. Leah joins us today to discuss the benefits of minimalism and share a bit of her journey on the path to less.
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Chasing Slow: Courage to Journey Off the Beaten Path by Erin...
2019-07-2341 minThinking Out Loud015 - Love Over Fear w/ Dan White Jr.Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
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Today's guest, Dan White Jr., is author of the new book Love Over Fear: Facing Monsters, Befriending Enemies, and Healing Our Polarized World. You can purchase the book and check out other materials related to the book at LoveOverFearProject.com. Follow Dan White Jr on Twitter
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2019-07-1536 minThinking Out Loud014 - The White Supremacist History of America w/ Mark CharlesThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Today's guest Mark Charles and I discuss the Doctrine of Discovery, its white supremacist roots, and its impact on America's past and present. To learn more about Mark Charles and follow his campaign check out the links below:
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Unsettling Truths: The Ongoing...
2019-07-0441 minThinking Out LoudSeason 2 Update + Exclusive MusicThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Let's check up on some of last seasons guests, talk about a new campaign, and check out some clips from S2! STAY UNTIL THE END FOR A SUPRISE!
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2019-06-2815 minThinking Out Loud013 - My Friend Is In A Missional Community, Should I Be Concerned?Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
In the final episode of Season 1, I'm joined by my buddy Kevin Trivits. Kevin is a pastor at a missional community...kind sounds like a cult, right? Well, after recapping some of our college adventures, Kevin and I talk about his journey and what lead him to the missional movement.
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2019-05-2753 min
Thinking Out Loud012 -Faith and Guns in America w/ Rex HarsinThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Rex Harsin, writer, director, and producer of Beating Guns: A Documentary on Faith and Guns in America joins us to discuss that documentary and what God has shown him about owning guns and follow Jesus.
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2019-05-2057 minThinking Out Loud011 - Literally 3 Dudes Talking About Avengers: EndgameSPOILERS ABOUND!!!!
John Galante and Dustin Ott join me to discuss Avengers: Endgame
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Thinking Out Loud010 - Health Care Transformed By LoveThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Siloam Health started as a daydream and has grown to serve over 4,000 patients per year spanning from 80 different countries and speaking 70 different languages. Chief Development Officer, Katie Richards, joins the show to tell their story!
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2019-05-0639 minThinking Out Loud009 - The EnneagramThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Emily DiLorenzo and I chat about the Enneagram. What's all the fuss about? Well, we tell you. What is the enneagram, what isn't it? We'll also discuss how it has helped us as individuals and in our respective marraiges.
The Road Back to You by Ian Cron and Suzanne Stabile
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2019-04-2950 min
Thinking Out Loud008 - Frustrations and Hopes with the ChurchThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.
Mel Hartley and I discuss the Church! Why are we still here? What brings us joy and what frustrates us when it comes to the church? And ultimately, what brings us hope?
Preemptive Love
Love Anyway Podcast
The Gospel Comes with a House Key: Practicing Radically Ordinary Hospitality in Our Post-Christian World by Rosaria Butterfield
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2019-04-2250 min
Thinking Out Loud007 - Weed and the 2020 ElectionThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective. I'm joined by Gloucester County (NJ) Freeholder, Jim Jefferson. We discuss the recent decriminilization bill that did not pass in NJ (6:00), the role our Christianity plays in this topic (17:00), the general state of the political climate right now (21:20), Jim's favorite democratic presidential nominees (32:00), and finally we touch on abortion briefly (33:25). Is Marijuana as Safe as We...
2019-04-1548 minThinking Out Loud006 - Freedom Stories w/ Heather LobeThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective. Heather Lobe joins the show to discuss the projects she has going on over at www.heatherlobe.com . Heather shares from her personal experience battling depression and how she received freedom through genuine community and the hope of Jesus Christ. Daring Greatly by Brene Brown Follow Thinking Out Loud:https://www.facebook.com/thinkingoutloudpodhttps://www.insta...
2019-04-0834 minThinking Out Loud005 - Do Christians Put Too Much Emphasis On Scripture? (Bible pt. 2)Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective. John Chaffee and I talk about the importance and usage of Scripture through church history and our current context. Follow Thinking Out Loud:https://www.facebook.com/thinkingoutloudpodhttps://www.instagram.com/thinkingoutloud_pod/https://twitter.com/outloud_podMusic:LOWERCASE PEOPLEhttps://www.instagram.com/lowercasemusic/https://open.spotify.com/artist/2gMmqYVlkpNLOkHRjtszbt?si=repi2VyFRWyjy0slV4KFkg Gra...
2019-04-0142 min
Thinking Out Loud004 - Falling In & Out of Love (and back in again) w/ the Bible [Bible Pt. 1]Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective. Rich Dugan and I talk about our evolving relationship with the Bible - how we've fallen in and out of love with it and then back in again, and resources that have helped us get the most out of the Bible. RESOURCES MENTIONED:How We Read the Bible: 8 Ways to Engage the Bible with Our St...
2019-03-2539 min
Thinking Out Loud003 - Captain MarvelThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective. Matt Reoli joins us to discuss the latest installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Spoilers abound! So beware! We talk casting, feminism (or the lack thereof), male fragility, and the search for identity. RESOURCES MENTIONED:Hollywood Worldviews: Watching Films with Wisdom & Discernment by Brian Godawahttps://www.amazon.com/Hollywood-Worldviews-Watching-Wisdom-Discernment/dp/0830837132/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2G78U7E2E...
2019-03-1824 minThinking Out Loud002 - Hell of a Conversation w/ John GalanteThinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective. Today's conversation is with former Young Life leader, former pastor, and current fire safety inspector John Galante on a topic he's more qualified to talk about now than he was ever before...hell. We discuss how our views of hell have been evolving and the practical implications of those changes. If, after listening, you want t...
2019-03-1139 minThinking Out Loud001 - Alphabet Soup (LGBTQ in the UMC, Sex in the SBC, and Adoption)Thinking Out Loud is a place to digest audibly the things we tend to think through silently. We'll look at a variety of complex issues from a variety of points of view, not necessarily to get to "right answers" but to build empathy and perspective.Today's guest, Steve Lamotte, is a pastor in the United Methodist Church. We discuss the recent decision made by the UMC and the current and potential fallout (3:45), the recent sex scandal in the Southern Baptist Convention and what about the institutional church makes things like this possible (20:30), and finally we talk about his family's experience...
2019-03-0453 minThinking Out Loud00 - This Ain't No Intro, It's The Entree (Definitely An Intro)Thinking Out Loud: A podcast where we discuss the pressing issues of pop and Christian culture. Host Dave Hallahan explains why he started this podcast and gives a little preview of what's to come... Follow Thinking Out Loud on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thinkingoutloud_pod/Music:LOWERCASE PEOPLEhttps://www.instagram.com/lowercasemusic/https://open.spotify.com/artist/2gMmqYVlkpNLOkHRjtszbt?si=repi2VyFRWyjy0slV4KFkg Graphic Design:Ministry Cratehttps://www.instagram.com/ministrycrate/
2019-02-2805 min