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Tattoos & JesusGod's Silence Keeps Us Curious (Ep. 175)Welcome back T&J fam! We jump straight in today with an update on Josh's employment and Marty tells us about his gym injury and suffering. Then, we discuss the sufficiency of scripture. Does the Bible answer all our questions, or does it leave us hanging in some areas? Why does God not provide more details and answers? Ultimately, we see that God does provide sufficient information for how to live, but also see that He chooses not to provide all the answers for our spiritual questions. We discuss why God might do this and what that means for...2025-05-0247 minTattoos & JesusLuficer: Real or Within Us All? (Ep. 173)Welcome back T&J fam! Sorry for last week, Marty got sick and we had to skip a week. This week we start out with some life updates. Josh discusses a recent speaking opportunity and Marty presents his crazy dream. If anyone can provide interpretation, feel free to hit us up! Then, Josh discusses some recent thoughts he had on Lucifer, Satan, the Devil and what scripture reveals about this entity that represents evil. Josh and Marty discuss the power of God and the ever present evil that is around, how this played out during creation, and how it...2025-03-2759 minTattoos & JesusYour God is Different and That’s Fine (Ep. 172)Welcome back T&J family! This week we start out with Josh’s latest discovery; he can read. This leads to a discussion on the recent trilogy he read and how we would survive a future event. Marty overanalyzes his approach to survival and Josh dolphins around for a while. We then discuss the role of God in isolated cultures and what finding God might look like if we didn’t have knowledge of Him. As always, enjoy! 2025-03-1456 minTattoos & JesusReconstructing Hell: Lessons From The Other Side (Ep. 171)Welcome back T&J fam! We are happy to be back and exited to dive into a new episode. Josh starts off with the recent discovery that you can roast people with Chat GPT. Please try this feature out and let us know how it goes for you. Marty then shares some stores from childhood. Following all that nonsense, we revisit the idea of hell and the process of reconstructing our theology over the past 18 months. We discuss lessons learned, the process of change, and where we stand today. Please reach out and let us know where you are...2025-03-0654 minTattoos & JesusKnowing is Good, Experiencing is Better, Believing is Best (Ep. 168)Welcome back T&J fam! On this week's episode we dive into a very sensitive elephant lamp controversy. Marty's co-worker broke his heart and we want to know what our listeners think about Marty's lamp, so go check it out on Facebook or TikTok and let us know what you think. Josh and Marty then discuss Ye's recent Nazi behaviors and how these somehow tie to the president. Then, Josh discusses the power of experience and how addressing thoughts can be insufficient for lasting change. We unpack the impact of core beliefs and how it influences behaviors, and how...2025-02-1356 minTattoos & JesusSelf-Esteem, Narcissism, and Learned Helplessness (Ep. 165)Welcome back T&J fam! On today’s podcast, Josh and Marty take a deeper look into the psychological world by debating whether narcissism is healthier than learned helplessness. The two discuss environmental influences to determine self-worth and self-esteem. This leads them to tease out the concept of individuality in the realm of identity and self-belief. Or is everything we believe about ourselves determined by our relationships and environmental factors? Also, how does God influence this logic and philosophy? Listen in to find out! Please feel free to email any thoughts or questions to large23onsweetwheat@yahoo.com2025-01-2353 minTattoos & JesusT&J Wrapped: Hunting for Truth and Tiny Toilets (Ep. 162)Welcome back T&J family! We hope that you had a great Thanksgiving break and are ready for the end of the year wrap up. We get started by hearing about Marty's attempted hunting trip to Nebraska, which ended up being a 12 state site seeing adventure. Lucky for us, we also get to hear about how this reminds him of an embarrassing bathroom story from college. Josh tries to redeem the episode by discussing the highlights from the past year. We discuss spiritual insights and how much power hell seems to have in theology. What started out as a...2024-12-0649 min
The Financial Quarterback®: Your Game Plan to Protect Your Money and Retirement for Business and InvestingWhy Bitcoin Is More Than a Cryptocurrency Revolution w/ Marty Bent (TFTC)Is Bitcoin the financial revolution that could upend traditional banking? Josh sits down with Marty Bent, managing partner at 1031 and host of TFTC: A Bitcoin Podcast, for a deep dive into the potential of digital currency.Josh and Marty discuss how Bitcoin is more than just a tech trend—it’s a monetary revolution with the potential to upend traditional finance. Marty shares his take on why nation-states, even the U.S., may soon consider holding Bitcoin reserves and how this shift could change global market dynamics. The two dissect Bitcoin’s superiority over altcoins, its unmatched decent...2024-12-041h 16Tattoos & JesusThe Divine Gift of Choice and Why God Can’t Take It Away (Ep. 160)Welcome back everyone for anything episode of T&J! This week we discuss the power of choice. How the ability for self-determination is a psychological principle as well as a core spiritual principle. As the episode progresses, Josh and Marty find some areas of theology to disagree on. Let us know what you think and enjoy!2024-10-3150 minTattoos & JesusSpiritual Transformation: How much does our past shape our theology? (Ep. 155)Welcome back T&J fam! We are sorry for skipping a week, but are back with an episode we are excited to get to you. Today we get real about the process of spiritual growth and the questioning we’ve been going through. Josh opens up about feelings of rejection, which leads Marty to remember some experiences of his own. We then discuss how this has shaped us and our approach to spirituality. Hopefully you can connect with our discussion and may even have some experiences of your own. Feel free to reach out with thoughts or feedback to la...2024-09-1956 minTattoos & JesusCan Siri Save You? (Ep. 154)Welcome back T&J fam! We are back and it is finally fantasy football time! Josh and Marty provide an update on their fantasy football teams that everyone likely does not care about. Then, they discuss AI and how this impacts our faith. They debate whether AI is good for Christianity and if it has a place in preparation and sermon writing. Marty may even make a confession about his own use of AI. But most of all, they try to figure out if Siri can save someone. Enjoy! 2024-09-0655 minTattoos & JesusDid Jesus get the Gospel Wrong? (Ep. 151)Welcome back T&J fam! We really appreciate the ongoing listener engagement as we wrestle with difficult concepts found in the Bible. This week is a nice follow up to last week's episode on the Kingdom of God. We are now looking at the Gospel, which means "good news". What is the good news that Jesus preached and what is the good news for us today? How do we find the "both/and" between earth and eternity? Josh presents his understanding of scripture and Marty works to wrap his mind around the concept. We hope you enjoy doing the...2024-08-1554 minTattoos & JesusThe Kingdom of God: Does Eternity Even Matter? (Ep. 150)Welcome back T&J fam! Last week we had a throwback episode (sorry for the early T&J audio) and this week we have a throwback coffee review thanks to a listener in Costa Rica. Shoutout Micah. If you have listened for a while you know we did lots of coffee reviews in the past, so this was a fun flashback to an earlier time of T&J.
After the review, we dive into a topic we have danced around for a while; the Kingdom of God. We discuss why this is an important conversation and where...2024-08-0853 minTattoos & Jesus“Do all democrats go to hell?” (Ep. 148)Welcome back to another episode of T&J! This week we go a little off topic compared to where we have been recently. We start with a nice chat about disgusting foods, so get ready to hear Marty vomit into the microphone. Then, we take a hard pivot and answer a question posed to Marty recently: "Do all democrats go to hell?". After we acknowledge the absurdity of the statement, we dive into where these beliefs come from and how they are prevalent in the way Christians see each other. We flesh out what creates these views and how we...2024-07-2551 minTattoos & JesusThe Christian Roots of Italy: How The Early Church Didn't Know Either (Ep. 145)Welcome back T&J family! This week our wonderful co-host Josh is back in the studio following his journey to Italy. He shares about some of the experiences and how he tried to get arrested in the Sistine Chapel. Josh opens up about the deep Christian roots he saw in Italy and what lessons this taught. We discuss Christianity through the ages and how the early church seems confused just like we can be today. We hope you enjoy!2024-06-2750 minTattoos & JesusThe Gospels: A Contradicting Christ? (Ep. 143)Welcome back T&J fam! We are excited for each episode, but this episode holds extra value to us! Josh opens up about his recent study of the four gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. We discuss the theories behind how these were written and the different pictures of Jesus each paints. Josh acknowledges how one of the biggest critics of scripture helped him better see Christ for who he is and discusses how it seems like the four gospels contradict each other. This proves to be one of the most enjoyable episodes for us to record, so we hope...2024-05-3057 minTattoos & JesusAmputation, Tax Evasion, and the Future of T&J (Ep. 139)Welcome back T&J fam! This week we have a normal and not normal episode for you. First, we discuss the NFL draft and Josh's nerd tendencies. Then, Marty gives his dad's mutilated finger a shout out. Somehow Josh turns this into a discussion on tax evasion and money laundering, which leads Marty to share a bunch of dirty little industry cheat codes. Finally, Josh and Marty get the the heart of the show; the future of T&J. I guess you will just have to listen to figure out what that means.
Email: large23onsweetwheat@yahoo...2024-04-2637 minTattoos & JesusJimmy Fallon, Burnt Hot Pockets, and White Knuckled Christianity (Ep. 138)Welcome back T&J fam after last week’s unexpected break! Today, we’re coming in hot with an update from Josh’s NYC trip and Marty’s weekend in Texas. We discuss living for the short term and how sometime the long term just seems impossible. This becomes a discussion on faith and how we often try to white knuckle our Christianity. We hope you enjoy!2024-04-1950 minTattoos & Jesus"It couldn't just be my father's God" with Jeremy Height (Ep. 137)Welcome back T&J family! Today we have special guest Jeremy Height filling in for Josh, who is stranded in New York City. Jeremy was schedule to be a guest but quickly got promoted to co-host in Josh's absence. Marty and Jeremy grew up together because, obviously, they're family. Jeremy discusses growing up as a pastor's kid, ministry in urban environments, personal growth, and life in Croatia. This proved to be an easy conversation that went by faster than we realized. Hopefully you have the same experience listening. And check out the link to Jeremy's website below! Enjoy!
2024-04-051h 13Tattoos & JesusGod’s Approach to Guilt, Shame, and Conviction (Ep. 132)Welcome back T&J listeners! This week we get to hear some exciting news from Marty and his medical journey. Then we dive into a discussion on shame, guilt, and conviction. While trying to define these terms we learn about Josh's thoughts on the cartel and how this connects to cultural beliefs and shame. After figuring out the role of shame and the emotional impact it carries, we discuss how this impacts us a Christians and connects back to the beginning of creation. But ultimately, we look at the life of Jesus and how His life educates us on these...2024-02-2246 minTattoos & JesusDoes God Have Any God Friends? (Ep. 129)Welcome back everyone for another episode of T&J! Forgive us for not recording last week; Josh was a little under the weather. We are back at it full force this week with a discussion on "other gods". The episodes starts out with a little update and then goes into a full discussion on how Josh is embracing the dad style with his new haircut. Marty then updates on some unfortunately problems at his house. Following this ridiculousness, we take on a listener question about other gods and whether there could be other gods in the spiritual realm that is...2024-02-0145 minTattoos & JesusThe Philosophy of Identity: Debating Personality vs Environment (Ep. 128)Welcome back T&J family! We hope your year is off to a great start. This week we start off the show with yet another dramatic Marty moment. This time it's about a stray beard hair that gets lodged in his eye. Then, following a bad segue from Josh, we discuss personalities, personality tests, and the pros and cons of learning about how we function. Somehow this leads to a discussion on change and influence and whether people can really be different than there genetics. Lastly, we wrap up with some personal application for your lives. Enjoy!2024-01-1858 minTattoos & JesusCult Leader Incubators = Small Towns (Ep. 124)Welcome back everyone to another episode of T&J! This week we start out with a much needed rebuke and retraction from our very own cohost, Josh Martin. Then, following our weekly fantasy update from Marty, we have another discussion about cults. This proves to be slightly different than past cult discussions and leads to a winding conversation about small towns, churches, and how unhealthy power impacts beliefs and behaviors.2023-12-0752 minTattoos & JesusWrapping up Hell with Q&As from listeners (Ep. 123)Welcome back T&J family! We are coming off two big episodes and take this week to unwind and unpack some of the talking points from the last two weeks. Starting off, Marty gives an update to his miserable year of fantasy football and Josh discusses his Thanksgiving crisis. Then, we dive into the questions we have received from our two parter on hell. We try to answer some questions, wrestle with others, and admit that there are still some areas that don't make sense to us. We hope you enjoy!2023-11-301h 11Tattoos & JesusHell... a Disappearing Act: The Case for Annihilationism (Ep. 122)Welcome back T&J family! This week is part two on our series about hell. Hopefully you listened and enjoyed last week's episode as we laid out the case for Christian Universalism. This week Marty lays out his beliefs on Annihilationism. We hope that you enjoy this theological deep dive and do some research of your own. Please reach out with any thoughts or questions you have on the topic. Josh's email is large23onsweetwheat@yahoo.com. Below is a link to a podcast that further elaborates on this view. Enjoy!
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6zPHHmYY0I64KOK47d2...2023-11-211h 08Tattoos & JesusHell… Nah: A Case for Christian Universalism (Ep. 121)Welcome back for an extra deep and extra long episode of T&J! This week we dive into the doctrine of hell and discuss the three commonly held Christians views. Josh opens up about this journey over the last two years and how this has shaped his doctrine of hell. Next week, Marty will open up on the same topic in a Part 2 episode. Below you will find some resources if you want to hear more on the topic from people smarter than us. Enjoy!
Theology in the Raw: 3 Traditional Christian Views of Hell
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0YPMQr0...2023-11-161h 17Tattoos & JesusHow Trauma Functions and the Full Moon Theory (Ep. 120)Welcome back T&J fam for a spooky Halloween episode. We start off the show with a little interview question that shows the true insanity of Josh's brain. Marty then shares the most insane and terrifying experience of his life, which happened this past weekend. This leads to a brief discussion on full moons, electrical circuits in the brain, and theories on mental illness. Enjoy!2023-11-0252 minTattoos & JesusIroning Fails and What is God Doing in Numbers 14 (Ep. 115)Welcome back T&J fam! This week we start with some great stories about how dumb Marty and Josh can be with an iron. Somehow this transitions to a discussion on Numbers 14 and a recent question that Marty's wife asked about the chapter. Josh and Marty discuss the chapter and seek to clarify what God is doing in the story. Josh breaks the situation down with some great questions that hopefully prompts thought. As always, we hope you enjoy!2023-09-2846 minTattoos & JesusConfirmation Bias, an Elephant, and the Value of Perspective (Ep. 114)Welcome back for another episode of T&J everyone! Due to some scheduling difficulties we throw it back old school style by recording online. This week we discuss Confirmation Bias, which is the tendency to find information that reinforces what we already believe to be true in our head. Josh shares an example of this from a show he recently watched and we discuss how it impacts of life. Then, we look at the how our perspective impacts what we believe to be true and how truth may be relevant at times. Marty is able to highlight some ways...2023-09-2150 minTattoos & JesusHeartbreak and Deceit (Ep. 113)Hey everyone! Welcome back to T&J. This week Josh and Marty discuss the start of the NFL season and fantasy football, which prompts a discussion on the heartbreaking injury to Aaron Rogers. While discussing heartbreaking moments in life they stumble onto the topic of lying. This leads to a discussion on deceit, why people choose to lie and manipulate the truth, and how to push against this desire in our own lives. Enjoy! 2023-09-1450 minTattoos & JesusGod Winks and Unexpected Grace (Ep. 112)Welcome back T&J fam! This week we hear an anticlimactic story from Marty's recent trip to Hilton Head that led to some weird "God Wink" moments. Josh is able to redeem the story by bringing out some of the cool ways that God works when we least expect it. This leads to a good conversation about the how to recognize the hand of God in our life and how to be more prepared to a difference maker to others. As always, we hope you enjoy! 2023-09-0145 minTattoos & JesusHomemade Games, the Perfect Crime, and Being the Exception to the Rule (Ep. 111)Welcome back for another episode of T&J! This week we start off with a creepy intro by Josh and then hear about the games he makes up at home when he is alone. Somehow this turns into Marty discussing crimes and ways to avoid the law. In an attempt to find redemption, we then discuss the deeper meanings behind peoples decisions and the "I am the exception to the rule" belief we often try to sell ourselves. Enjoy! 2023-08-2641 minTattoos & Jesus“I almost shot a donkey” and the Kingdom of God (Ep. 109)Welcome back T&J friends! This week Josh is back from vacation, starting a new job, and in the studio with some fresh thoughts. We discuss Josh’s close call with a neighbors donkey and then dive into more spiritual matters. We use the social gospel as a spring board to discussing the kingdom of God, eternity, and living it out here on earth. Enjoy!2023-08-1044 minTattoos & Jesus"The harder life hits me the harder I go" with Jason Warlick (Ep. 108)Welcome back for another fun episode of T&J! This week we have Marty's brother-in-law, Jason Warlick, on as co-host while Josh enjoys his vacation. Marty and Jason discuss childhood, baseball, hard times, and the outdoors. Jason shares some crazy stories about alligator hunting and deep sea fishing. This proves to be a great listen with some good laughs. Enjoy!2023-08-0342 minTattoos & JesusGroomsmen for Hire and the Psychological Thrill of a Fake Identity (Ep. 106)Welcome back! Marty and Josh discover an interesting side hustle that they might can participate in…… groomsman for hire! This leads into the psychological elements at play when we put on a fake identity. We hope you enjoy!2023-07-1352 minTattoos & JesusAmputation, Eating Live Animals, and Resiliency (Ep. 105)Welcome back to T&J after a week off for a little summer vacation! This week we hit the ground running with a little amputation debate. Then Marty presents an insane idea that involves eating live animals. And somehow Josh redeems the discussion by highlighting resiliency and how to build resiliency in out physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual lives. Enjoy!2023-07-0638 min
Fueled By Joy - Working Dog PodcastEpisode 57: Marty GrinerMarty Griner is a professional trainer, and Boykin Spaniel aficionado that really loves the breed and its versatility. Josh and Marty sit down on this super informative podcast and discuss the versatility, trainability, and even the history of the breed, as well as share tips and tricks to help any dog owner. So sit back, relax, and enjoy another great episode of the Fueled By Joy Working Dog Podcast!!!2023-06-141h 03Tattoos & JesusWhat happens if we just die and that’s it? The Eternal Mindset vs Present Decisions (Ep. 102)Welcome T&J family! In today’s pod the guys talk through Marty’s recent moment of glory that happened in a movie theatre as well as cementing his inner “Karen”. The guys also dive into Josh’s high school million dollar invention that never happened. This leads into the question “What happens if we just die and that’s it?”. Marty and Josh discuss the implications of living for the future of eternity versus living in the moment for the present. The answer might surprise you…2023-06-081h 00Tattoos & JesusDropping Your Pants, Pranking The Elderly, and Making Mothers Proud (Ep. 99)Welcome back for out special Mother's Day edition of T&J! We start things off with a little coffee review since it has been a few episodes since we tried some of the delicious dirty brew on air. Marty discusses his recent trip to prom as a chaperone and tells some stories from his own experiences at prom back in the day. Not to be outdone Josh opens up about his own adolescent shenanigans. This proves to be a fun listen that is sure to leave you laughing. Feel free to reach out to us at large23onsweetwheat@yahoo.com...2023-05-1159 minTattoos & Jesus"Do you want us to save your wife or your kid?" with Hunter "Tank" Edwards (Ep. 97)**Content Warning**
Welcome back for a special edition of T&J! This week Marty has the pleasure of sitting down with Hunter "Tank" Edwards at his tattoo studio in Boiling Springs, NC. Marty and Tank struck up a friendship while Marty finished his tattoo sleeve and have stayed in touch over the past couple of years. This week they sit down to hear about Tank's rise to stardom and a look into marriage, children, and personal growth. Tank opens up about the loss of his child in what proves to be a moving and powerful testimony of...2023-04-271h 24Tattoos & JesusSelf-Diagnosis with Josh Martin: Attention Deficit Disorder (Ep. 96)Welcome back T&J family! This week is all about the wonderful Josh Martin. Our wonderful co-host opens up about his self-diagnosis of Attention Deficit Disorder and what this has meant for him. They then peel back the layers of his brain and get a glimpse into what makes this beautiful man tick. Marty discusses ways Josh can address these symptoms and convinces him to explore medication. This weird combination of podcast and therapy session hopes to leave ya'll entertained and educated. 2023-04-2049 minTattoos & JesusNavigating Grace and Truth, Moderation, and the Last Food on Earth (Ep. 95)Welcome back! In today’s episode Marty and Josh start off by asking a riveting question, “What food would you choose to eat for the rest of your life?”. This leads into a discussion on how grace and truth can coexist. This conversation comes off of the idea that the Bible has cultural context that can leave grey areas with certain topics. How do we sort through this as Christians? Find out on todays show!2023-04-1350 minTattoos & JesusFrench Pressed Depression and the Obscure Life of Gary White (Ep. 94)Hello again, it's T&J here. You faithful fans may have noticed that we posted last weeks episode a week early and referenced this weeks episode, which you are just now about to hear. Sorry for the snafu! Marty actually just now got back from Texas and is glad nobody robbed him based on intel gathered off of last weeks episode. This week Josh and Marty will dive into a fun interview they recently had with Gary White. Gary is a minister that also shares a love of coffee and mental health care. We try some of Gary's French...2023-04-061h 17Tattoos & JesusSpiritual Disciplines are Empowering, Edifying, and Empty (Ep. 93)T&J hosts Marty and Josh have a conversation about how spiritual habits are good…. And bad? The necessary disciplines can sometimes create empty meaning behind the act itself. So what do we do? Listen in to find out what Marty and Josh come up with.2023-03-3151 minTattoos & JesusPhilidelphia Coffee, Soccer Shenanigans, and Sin is not Evil (Ep. 92)Welcome back for another episode of T&J! This week Josh and Marty finally get to try the Philadelphia coffee Josh picked up on his recent trip. Josh provides an update on his appliance woes and Marty discusses an eventful night at his son's soccer game. They then transition into the topic of evil and sin and attempt to decipher the interplay between the two concepts. The discussion seems to create more questions than answers and whether they provide more clarity than confusion can be left to the listeners to determine. As always, enjoy the show and feel free to...2023-03-231h 04Tattoos & JesusHandyman Josh, Preacherman Marty, and what is Suffering (Ep. 91)Welcome back to yet another episode of T&J! Josh and Marty dive into this weeks episode by discussing Josh's attempt at being a handyman. Marty attempts to diagnose the problem on the show as Josh describes the dryer problem he is having. They then shift to the topic of the day - suffering. Josh and Marty discuss the definition of suffering and what it means to suffer as a Christian. Marty is able to tie in some points from the message he preached last week at his church (link below!). As always, Josh and Marty work to make...2023-03-1654 minTattoos & JesusHow to be “Happy” (Ep. 90)What’s up T&J fam! In today’s episode we got Marty and Josh diving into a question that most of humanity wants to know… “How to be Happy?” The two guys discuss how there can be multiple definitions of happiness and what that looks like for people of faith versus people not of faith. The guys review a coffee from the Omni Resorts and give you a taste of the luxury k cup life. Hope you enjoy!2023-03-0958 minTattoos & JesusIf Moses was Allowed to Lie... Can We? (Ep. 85)Welcome T&J fam! In today’s episode Marty and Josh tackle the topic of lying. Marty gives an example of Moses being directed by God to lie and asks the question “Can we or am I missing something?” The guys also review a Michigan coffee that was sent over by T&Js favorite Romanian listener Kacy. Reach out to us with any questions or comments about the show at large23onsweetwheat@yahoo.com2023-02-0251 minTattoos & JesusSelf-Checkout and the Secret to Resolutions (Ep. 83)Happy New Year T&J family! We hope you’ve enjoyed your break without us but now WE ARE BACK! In this episode, Marty and Josh discuss their weird telekinesis they experienced through the Ingles Self Checkout line. It seems their unified hatred towards this experience has brought them closer together. They will also dive into an international present from their favorite Romanian fan. This leads into a discussion about “New Year, New You” being a short lived spark that leads to failed goals. Then they discuss the real determining factor for long term change and motivation. Enjoy!2023-01-1955 minTattoos & JesusRabbit Hole Rants (Ep. 79)Honestly, this episode is a lot of random discussions with Marty and Josh. From Adam naming animals that he may have forgot about to the Mandela Effect. Enjoy and wish Marty a HAPPY BIRTHDAY through our Facebook page!2022-11-1750 minTattoos & JesusTalking Politics with Camden Clark (Ep. 78)Welcome back to another episode of T&J! This week we have a special co-host from the Going Places Podcast; Camden Clark. Josh decided to take a trip with his wife, so Marty and Camden sit down to discuss politics. Camden is involved in politics and has aspirations for a future in this area, so he and Marty sit down to discuss the South Carolina governor's race, political parties, and the value in being involved. As always, Marty tries to avoid having an absolute opinion but Camden won't let him by that easily. Hopefully this proves to be a fun...2022-11-111h 02Tattoos & JesusTeenagers: dealing with youthful independence (Ep. 77)Welcome back everyone! This week on T&J Marty gives an honest review of Fresh Market’s Pumpkin Coffee now that he isn’t sick and gives us an update on fantasy football. Josh then transitions to a discussion on teenagers and how to approach teens from a counseling and parenting perspective. We hope you enjoy!2022-11-0355 minTattoos & JesusThe Devil Made Me Do It..... Probably Not (Ep. 76)Hey everyone and welcome to Episode 76! This week we battle through sickness as Marty has a head cold and Josh is paranoid due to his upcoming trip to NYC. We try Fresh Market's take on Pumpkin Spice and discuss Marty's case of the man cold. Josh then discusses his pastor's recent series on Revelation and the role the devil and his minions play in society. We debate how much evil is caused by demonic forces verse how much stuff we see as good may have demonic influence as well. As always, we hope that you enjoy!2022-10-2752 minTattoos & JesusParanormal Activity, the Spiritual Realm, and Scary Bible Stories (Ep. 75)Hey everyone! We are back for another fun October episode of T&J. This week we review QT's attempt at the PSL life but quickly realize there is something lacking in their approach. We then discuss scary life events and the Cherokee Chronicle building, which Josh says is haunted and backs it up with some stories. Marty makes his typical dad jokes. And then a discussion on scary Bible stories leads to a meaningful discussion on paranormal activity and the spiritual realm that continues to represent much mystery. Enjoy! 2022-10-2055 minTattoos & JesusLive from Romania with Special Guest Kacy A. (Ep. 71)SPECIAL GUEST🚨🚨 🚨🚨🚨🚨 On this episode of T&J, we have a very special guest..... Kacy A! Kacy is a fan of the show and reached out to Marty and Josh to show her support. After a few email exchanges they decided to bring her on the show! She sent some coffee from her hometown in Michigan for the guys to try as well as sharing about her life story! Don’t miss the episode of how a Michigan girl ends up in Romania listening to T&J!2022-09-221h 26Tattoos & JesusReunions and Identity Development (Ep. 70)Hey everyone! Welcome back to another episode of T&J. This week we try some amazing coffee from the Dynamite Roasting Co. and discuss Cowpens Coffee & Creamery, which everyone should check out if they have not yet done so. Marty's sister unknowingly joins the show to provide some correction and clarification from the catfishing episode and Marty shares about a recent reunion he attended. We then dive into a discussion on identity and Josh discusses some recent thoughts he has had about identity formation and the role environment has in our development.
Enjoy the show!2022-09-1555 minTattoos & JesusCatfishing and Marty’s First Fantasy Experience (Ep. 68)Welcome back! On this episode of T&J the guys talk about the most recent hot topic..... Catfishing! There is a new documentary out talking bout the topic which the crew peels back the layers on. Catfishing is psychological and emotional but how.... find out by listening in! Also, Josh convinces Marty to do something he has never done before. Can’t wait for y’all to listen in on the guys conversation!2022-09-0256 minTattoos & JesusCheap Coffee, Evolution of Taste, Adam and Eve, and the Power of Fear (Ep. 67)Welcome back for another round of the T&J podcast! Today we dive into a host of topics that starts with a review of the cheapest coffee Marty could find at Food Lion. (Speaking of which, we want to hear from you if you are a coffee person, roaster, or shop owner and want to host this segment of our show.) We then have a discussion on food, taste buds, and how our tastes evolve over time. Marty presents his complete theory into this process and then confesses where he came up with his ideas. Following this ridiculousness, Josh...2022-08-2548 minTattoos & JesusCrazy Bible Stories and Supernatural Powers (Ep. 66)Welcome Back to T&J! In this pod, Marty and Josh discuss some of the wildest Bible stories that we may have become comfortable hearing. This leads to a discussion about how the natural things in life are actually supernatural. So do we have supernatural powers? Find out!2022-08-1858 minTattoos & JesusParenting 101, Trends, and Would You Rather featuring Marty Height and Jimmy McFarlin (Ep. 65)In this episode T&J partners up with the Table Podcast to discuss Parenting. The host of the show, Josh Martin, goes through and ask questions to both Marty and Jimmy on parenting, trending issues, and of course.... clones of themselves. You do not want to miss it!2022-08-1158 minTattoos & JesusLiving in a world with pleated khakis (Ep. 61)It is that time again! We hope everyone is having a good week and is ready for this funny but thought providing episode of T&J! On this weeks episode Marty tells a funny story of wearing pleated khakis and learning to fit in with society. We then dive into a discussion on the Biblical concept of being "in this world but not of this would". If you have not checked out our Facebook page, we also encourage you to head over and give it a like so that you can stay updated on Marty's great dad jokes. 2022-07-1445 minTattoos & JesusClouds Are Lies featuring Cohost Dylan Jolley (Ep. 60)SPECIAL EPISODE!!! Since Marty is on ANOTHER vacation for the summer we decided to bring on a special guest that most will be familiar with from last week...... Dylan Jolley! In this episode of TJ & DJ, Dylan and Josh hash out ALOT of fun and interesting thoughts throughout the podcast. From funny topics to theological debates, Dylan and Josh go back and forth on it all. Enjoy the episode!2022-07-081h 06
Tattoos & JesusNostalgia with impromptu guest Charlie Height (Ep. 58)Nostalgic feelings are the best...... right? Listen in as Marty and Josh break down their own top 10 nostalgic memories as they discuss the emotional aspect of what nostalgia represents. We also create a nostalgic moment for Marty as his son Charlie calls in live on the show. Enjoy!2022-06-2354 minTattoos & JesusHow much can a church be church if the church pretends to church with Jimmy McFarlin (Ep. 57)We have all heard the saying! How much wood can a woodchuck wood if a woodchuck could chuck wood. No matter how much you say it or how long it takes to master it..... it’s still confusing. This seems to be very similar to the American Church. Hosts Marty Height and Josh Martin bring on cohost Jimmy McFarlin from the Table Podcast to continue last weeks episode from both podcasts. Topics like the American Church, SBC, Marty’s 3 Cs, and Jimmy possibly being homeless again all come crashing in on this epic episode. Tune in and give it a list2022-06-161h 04Tattoos & JesusBehind closed doors: funny counseling stories (Ep. 55)You better be in the mood for some fun! Today Josh and Marty attempt to rate Buc-ee's Coffee while taking a step back from more serious topics in order to walk down counseling memory lane.
At the prompt of a faithful listener, Josh and Marty discuss the question "what is the funniest thing to happen in a counseling session". This leads to a discussion on urine, dislocated arms, nudity, poop and other funny counseling memories. We hope listening to the stories is as fun as it is to tell them!2022-06-0252 minTattoos & JesusUnderstanding Suicide (Ep. 54)To mark the end of Mental Health Awareness Month, Josh and Marty dive into a difficult topic: suicide. Josh and Marty address how suicide impacts the lives of people and professionals. They discuss the progression of suicidal ideations, symptoms of suicidal individuals, and steps to increasing safety for someone who is struggling. Hopefully this brings insight to a much avoided topic and creates awareness for those who are silently struggling. Please allow this to prompt additional research on the topic as this show alone does not cover suicide in its entirety.
If you or someone you know i...2022-05-2748 minTattoos & Jesus“Biblical” Mental Illness (Ep 52)Mental illness seems to be separated at times from the Christian life. There is a modern mindset within mental health that makes it more open for discussion and this mindset has infiltrated the church. As Marty and Josh discuss mental health, they pull out Biblical examples and passages where this modern mindset is actually an old issue.2022-05-1250 min
Tattoos & JesusFifty with Phillip Hollar (Ep. 50)WE DID IT! EPISODE 50!
NEW LOGO. NEW WEBSITE. NEW MUSIC. NEW COFFEE BRAND.
We discuss all things new as we launch into episode 50, including our new Dirty Brew Coffee flavor Brewberry. In today's episode, we interview Phillip Hollar. Phillip is a tattoo artist at Wicked Needle in NC, but more importantly he is the genius behind Marty's tattoo sleeve. Most people do not realize how recently Phillip got into the tattoo game because his skill far surpasses his time in the craft. In honor of episode 50, we sit down with Phillip to hear his story...2022-04-281h 17
Tattoos & JesusIt's more than just a left turn: a discussion on weddings and racing (Ep. 48)Hey everyone, we welcome you back for our 48th episode of T&J! We start this week by apologizing for not giving advanced warning that we took a week off. We have not fizzled and come to a screeching stop just short of episode 50, but merely took some time to travel with our families over Spring Break. Speaking of which, Josh is still out gallivanting around with his wife so we have the infamous Homeless Jimmy cohosting today with Marty. We dive into a discussion on wedding funnies, Members Mark coffee, and our mutual love of NASCAR. We hope...2022-04-141h 06Tattoos & JesusThe Legend of Little River with Tyler Gibbs (Ep. 46)SPECIAL GUEST! In today’s episode we have a local legend and crowd favorite for your best cup of Spartanburg coffee, Little River’s own Manager Tyler Gibbs! Marty and Josh do their own personal coffee review of the little river coffee Tyler picked out for them live! They also talk all coffee, brewing methods, and how to make the best cup of Joe you can possibly taste. Tyler goes through his own personal life journey of how he got into the coffee business as well as sharing some secrets about what makes Little River different. This is a great inte...2022-03-241h 06Tattoos & JesusWould you kill baby Hitler, Team Doors or Team Wheels, and Life’s Greatest Questions (Ep. 45)This weeks episode is one of Marty’s favorite words...... Organic. This conversation between Josh and Marty was never planned out but it lead to some very interesting conversions. Check in to see what all was discussed and the new coffee reviewed for the week!2022-03-1749 minTattoos & Jesus"I'm a pastor, but a person too" with Matthew Weaver (Ep. 43)Welcome to our 43rd (shout out Richard Petty) episode of T&J! Today we review Coffee and Chicory straight from Cafe Du Monde in the French Quarters of New Orleans. We are also joined by special guest Matthew Weaver. Marty and Matthew go back nearly a decade and have fun talking about Matthew's new devotional "Refocus" (link below) in addition to the struggles of 2021 and Matthew's first hand battle with mental health. In this transparent and powerful episode, we get a look into the life of a pastor, father, and husband as he seeks to serve others while learning...2022-03-031h 15Tattoos & JesusHealth, Wellness, and Coffee Snobs with Special Guest Tierney Rollins (Ep. 42)Today is a monumental day for the podcast world as it finally has an episode with the HALL OF FAME athlete, nutrition expert, prevention specialist for Cherokee County Alcohol and Drug, and coffee snob (in a good way)....... Tierney Rollins!! She joins Marty and Josh on a special episode of T&J to talk about her own personal life, her journey through health and wellness, and her desire for coffee! We have graciously been sent coffee from Purity Coffee out of Greenville SC to try out on the show! Big shoutout to them! Tierney goes through the review with us...2022-02-2456 minTattoos & JesusTheology vs Jesus (Ep. 41)In this conversation, Josh and Marty discuss how at times theology can get in the way of Jesus. This is a subject that has seemed to have different view points from various people they have talked with so if you would like to weigh in on the discussion please shoot an email at large23onsweetwheat@yahoo.com. We also try our final international Atlas coffee from Uganda that was gifted to us from Jon Martin. Enjoy the pod!2022-02-171h 05Tattoos & JesusDon't Act Like You Don't Know (Ep. 40)Welcome to all the lovely T&J listeners!! Happy 40th to you all!!!!! Today's episode features an interesting thought that Marty had about a certain perspective that some people have on life. They break down what all goes into that and even how we ourselves can be lured into that same trap if we are not careful. We give advice and steps of how to avoid it! We also have a special coffee review from one of our local listeners! Enjoy!!2022-02-101h 00Tattoos & JesusThe Most Powerful Human Tool (Ep. 39)In this episode of Tattoos and Jesus, Marty and Josh discuss one of the most underrated yet powerful tools humans have but don’t seem to utilize at times. They go into some exciting future plans for the show as well as review a new coffee!2022-02-031h 01Tattoos & JesusThe Struggle Behind "Finding Yourself" (Ep. 37)Welcome Back!! As the new year begins there seems to be a lot of commitments to the "New Year.. New Me" motto. Well hosts Marty Height and Josh Martin talk about how finding yourself can look a lot different than people think. Listen in to this week's episode to kick start your new year!
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2022-01-201h 02Tattoos & JesusNASCAR Coffee and Thanksgiving with special co-host Post Malone Ellison (Ep. 34)Join us today as we review Mahalo Coffee and discuss Thanksgiving. Josh unexpectedly has to miss this week, so we are joined by special co-host Adam Ellison and special guest Josh Martin who decides to join after all. We debate all things Thanksgiving food (Josh is a freak) and dessert while also diving into deeper issues that the holiday season brings forth. We hope you enjoy and feel challenged to give back during this time of year that focuses on food and family. Also, this is our last episode until our season ending Christmas episode in two weeks, where Josh...2021-11-1851 minTattoos & JesusHome Roasted Coffee on a Grill with Jimmy McFarlin aka Homeless Jimmy Part 1 (Ep. 30)SPECIAL GUEST EPISODE! Today's episode features a very special guest..... Jimmy McFarlin!! He is the FCA area director for Spartanburg County and a HUGE coffee snob which is perfect for T&J. He has not always been a FCA director and dives into a little bit of his background while telling us about his own personal journey of roasting his own coffee...... on a grill. This was a hilarious, touching, and informative episode about all things that T&J represent. We all three dive into the PSL coffee review as Marty finds his perfect partner for coffee......Flavored Creamer. We...2021-10-2149 minTattoos & JesusCancel Culture vs Accountability Culture (Ep. 29)Welcome to week 3 of PSL season! Today we try out a highly recommended PSL coffee in the Dunkin Donuts brand to see if it holds up to the same standard as the reviews. Through this review Marty brings up the most recent news about Jon Gruden being fired over emails from 10 years ago. This sparks the discussion of cancel culture vs accountability culture. What does these two concepts do to society and are they good or bad? Listen in to find out!2021-10-1452 minTattoos & JesusSetting the Record Straight with Adam Ellison (Ep. 28)Welcome to T&J! Today’s episode is a special one with a spur of the moment guest feature! We have the famous white truck, 22 inch dub driving, NGU RA, UGA fan Mr. Adam Ellison. He reached out to us to set the record straight on a few details from previous episodes regarding a couple of stories he was involved in. He also comes on to push back a bit about a recent talk we had about church leaders! Marty and Josh also continue PSL season by trying out the Green Mountain Pumpkin Spice coffee. It’s a great list...2021-10-081h 13Tattoos & JesusTattoos and Permanent Life Decisions (Ep. 25)So Marty and Josh finally talk about the topic that is in the title of the podcast......Tattoos! The two hosts go back and forth sharing their own personal tattoo stories and give background for what they have permanently on their bodies. The two discuss the deep meaning behind most of their tats but also share the ones that are not so...........meaningful . You do NOT want to miss out on that! The discussion leads to the overall thoughts behind tattoos in the world and in the church. Each host also tries another double off brand k cup to...2021-09-161h 01Tattoos & JesusHit and Runs, Bad Decision Making, and Campus Security with Josh and Marty (Ep. 24)This episode is a unique listen as Marty and Josh dive into the story telling bank to give a few gems for the audience. Marty and Josh share stories about their lives involving cops, ministry vans, mopeds, bicycles, and in the moment reaction argument. This episode is an easy listen as you get to see inside the lives of Marty and Josh like you have not before. Big shoutout to the coffee donation from the Crossroads Girls Home! Enjoy!2021-09-0957 minTattoos & JesusWelcome Class to Intro to Psychology with Professor Marty Height (Ep. 23)We all have an idea of what an adjunct psychology professor at a university is suppose to look like...... and then there is Professor Marty Height. Today's episode welcomes back Marty as he tells the story about his recent experience with another faculty member questioning him as a professor. This story leads into the actual class discussion he had which is.... What is Ethics, Morality, and Law? Marty and Josh discuss the topic and break down the three philosophical concepts. There is also a new top ranked coffee after today's score! Tune in and Enjoy!! 2021-09-0258 minTattoos & JesusCinnamon Instant Coffee, Third Shift Football, and the Correct Perspective for the Church with Special Guest Host Justin Cook (Ep. 23)There was a new cohost on today's episode to fill in for Marty Height....... 2-time High School Defensive Player of the year in basketball and local pastor Justin Cook! This episode features a wild ride of topics that turns into a healthy and productive conversation about how perspective can change everything in a person's life but also in the church. Justin Cook provides insight on how the church can change it's perspective at times to help it be more effective in the community. We also go into the back story behind how Justin and Josh met as well as...2021-08-261h 21Tattoos & JesusIndian Coffee, Epic Therapy Sessions and Self-Absorbing Pastors (Ep. 21)For today's session, Marty and Josh talk about their one epic therapy session they would love to have with someone who is dead and someone who is alive. This discussion leads them to talk about the newest podcast they are listening to called "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill". The podcast talks about the former head pastor of Mars Hill church in Seattle, Mark Driscoll, and how he became someone who people loved then hated. Is this concept of superstar pastors closer than we think? The guys break this thought down and talk about why ever church is...2021-08-191h 05Tattoos & JesusFalling In and Out of Faith with Ross Hill (Ep. 20)SPECIAL GUEST POD!
In episode 20 of T&J, we interviewed a fellow therapist from the burg......Mr. Ross Hill! He works at Modern Wellness and is a friend of Marty's as well as a fellow listener of the pod. Ross talks with both Marty and Josh about his own journey in life while sipping on some of his delicious Aldi iced coffee. He once was a believing Christian who studied apologetics and went to church regularly. But after awhile he started to ask questions about the faith he was holding onto and went on a journey of rediscovering what he be...2021-08-051h 06Tattoos & JesusThe Front of the Shower and the Founding Fathers (Ep. 17)Freedom or Fleedom? These two concepts were brought up by Marty as the two discussed the concept of freedom after July 4th. The two guys also get into conversation about the daily life routines that we all might do different but do not realize it. Both hosts had some VERY interesting routines that we feel like you need to hear about. Check it out and let us know what yall's routines are!2021-07-151h 00Tattoos & JesusLivermush, Love, and Single Ply (Ep. 15)On this week's episode it is Marty's turn to broadcast from the beach while on vacation. We dive into a discussion on Josh's love of livermush and fresh beach seafood. We also discuss the benefits of vacation and recharging, which turns into a discussion on love. By discussing love in a very basic and practical way we want to highlight the need to balance love as both an emotion and commitment. As always, we hope you enjoy!
Thanks to everyone who has been completing our survey! If you have a suggestion, request, or want to complete a s...2021-07-0145 minTattoos & JesusThe Good, The Bad, and Aquaman in Marty's pool (Ep. 14)In this week's episode we tackle a couple of different hot topics going around in the world today which led us to a question.... "Are people really good at the core or are people actually bad and look like they are good sometimes?". This philosophical question brings about a debate between Marty and Josh as each host takes the opposite view of the other. Listen in and see what they discuss about this as well as hearing about which superhero was compared to one of them as their doppelganger. Enjoy!2021-06-2449 minTattoos & JesusNightclub Troy and the Wills of God (Ep. 13)Have you ever wondered why something did or did not happen to you. Maybe you were driving and passed a wreck that just happened. In the moment you passed it have you ever wondered "what if that was me?". In today's episode, Marty and Josh explore this idea and concept after Josh shares his wild story about his encounter with Nightclub Troy during his anniversary dinner last week. Marty also gets his first taste of the boiled peanut instant coffee! Enjoy because you do not want to miss this one!
If you are a...2021-06-1751 minTattoos & JesusMan in the mirror (Ep. 12)"I am fine"...." I'm good"....." Never better". We all have used these lines at some point to mask reality, especially men. On today's episode, we discuss how men view themselves in society and how that perspective effects the way men communicate with others. Marty opens up about the struggles men have in expressing their emotions or issues going on in their own lives. We discuss how society may have shaped an unhealthy perception of masculinity. Michael Jackson sings it best when trying to fix this perception, "I'm starting with the man in the mirror"...Hoo!2021-06-1046 minTattoos & JesusQuestions about therapy with special guest Celia Deneen (Ep. 10)What is therapy?..... What do I do if I think I need therapy?...... How do I find the right therapist for me?.......What do all these letters mean at the end of therapist's name? These questions and more are discussed on this week's episode as we come to a close on Mental Health Awareness month. We are joined by a special guest therapist, Celia Deneen, who helps Marty and Josh clarify some of the questions we have. Celia works in Greer at Eastside Family Therapy Associates as a LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor). She has 30 years of experience working with...2021-05-2759 minTattoos & JesusDepression (Ep. 9)“Mental pain is less dramatic than physical pain, but it is more common and also more hard to bear. The frequent attempt to conceal mental pain increases the burden: it is easier to say “My tooth is aching” than to say “My heart is broken.”― C.S. Lewis
The truth in this quote by C.S Lewis speaks directly to the mental illness we call depression. Depression is something people have a hard time categorizing but even a harder time escaping. In this week's episode, Marty and Josh discuss the elements that make depression similar to anxiety but more severe in a differe...2021-05-211h 05Tattoos & JesusAnxiety (Ep. 8)What do 40 million people (18 years and older) in the United States of America all have in common...... a diagnosis of anxiety! This is one of the most widely talked about, diagnosed, and impactful mental illnesses in the world. Clinical anxiety is life-altering but it is up to you if it is in a healthy way or unhealthy way. What Marty and Josh do in this episode is help clarify what clinical anxiety looks like in comparison to stress or worry of everyday life. They discuss anxiety as more of an opportunity to help refine your life than to destroy...2021-05-1359 minTattoos & JesusUnderstanding Mental Illness (Ep. 7)May is here and that means one thing.... Mental Health Awareness Month!! Comedians joke about it, preachers pray about it, and therapists talk about it... but what exactly is mental illness. Marty and Josh lay the foundation for this month's episodes by clarifying what is the correct view of mental illness and what mental health looks like. People are quick to self-diagnosis but this tries to paint a clear picture of what a clinical diagnosis incorporates so that we can filter through what is normal and what needs attention. Marty and Josh seem to take different perspectives of the...2021-05-0655 minTattoos & JesusDisconnection and Behaviors (Ep. 4)We are wrapping up our series on Disconnection! This episode helps cap off the series by discussing Marty and Josh's favorite experiment when discussing human behavior. They also give their rating on cheap coffee from the nation's number one city for coffee... Seattle's Best. Join us on the therapy couch as we finish this series and introduce our first guest for next week! Enjoy!2021-04-2241 minTattoos & JesusDisconnection with Core Beliefs (Ep. 2)On the second episode of the series, Josh and Marty dive into their first coffee review, debate cereal, and discuss how disconnection can impact and influence beliefs. We left you a little blooper at the beginning of the episode just for fun. Make sure to email large23onsweetwheat@yahoo.com for any suggestions for topics, coffees, or possibly to be interviewed to come on the podcast.2021-04-2252 minTattoos & JesusIntro to Disconnection (Ep. 1)Come sit on the couch with for the first time with Josh Martin and Marty Height as the two therapists talk about everything Cheap Coffee, Counseling, and Christianity. Today we introduce the first episode of Tattoos and Jesus and find out some wild facts about hosts Josh and Marty. We are introducing our first topic of discussion in disconnection and how this concept has/will impact our lives in the realms of core beliefs, relationships, and behaviors.2021-04-2245 min
TFTC: A Bitcoin PodcastTales from the Crypt #32: Josh OlszewiczJoin Marty as he sits down with a longtime crypto-Twitter and trading legend, Josh Olszewicz AKA @CarpeNoctom, to discuss a range of topics including TA, crypto-Twitter, how "the space" has changed and how the scams have adapted over the years. Tune in for some high qual reminiscing.
Josh's Twitter: www.twitter.com/CarpeNoctem
Josh's YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/carpenoctom
Read his stuff: https://bravenewcoin.com/authors/josh-olszewicz/
Marty's Twitter: www.twitter.com/MartyBent2018-06-121h 29