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Faith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 25 | Nicky Barnes: Social Media is a Ministry (Not a Bulletin Board)Back now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!On the season finale of the Faith & Fandom Podcast, Hector Miray sits down with Nicky Barnes to talk about taking bold steps of faith—leaving behind a successful company to pursue a new journey with a ministry mindset. Nicky is a YouTube gaming and LEGO content creator, founder of Movmnt Digital, a LEGO and Epic Games partner, and the editor of the very first Faith & Fandom book. This inspiring conversation is the perfect wrap-up to the season!2025-05-291h 06
The Christian Board Gamers PodcastEpisode 30 | Cole Smith: 3 Magi & the Game Design JourneyCheck out The Good Clean Nerdcast!In this episode of the Christian Board Gamers Podcast, Joe and Ray sit down with Cole Smith, the designer of the upcoming game 3 Magi. Cole shares his powerful testimony of coming to faith, his ongoing walk with Christ, and how following Jesus has shaped his journey as a game designer. Aside from Ray’s wild claim that the U.S. now owns Canada, this episode is full of heart, humor, and inspiration for gamers and believers alike! CBG LinksCBG FB Group: facebook.com/groups/christianboardgamers Gam...2025-05-061h 01
Bible ThumpEpisode 163 | NextGen Nerd: Christian Wisdom of the Jedi MastersCheck out The Good Clean Nerdcast!In this special Bible Thump for May the 4th—Star Wars Day—CJ Burroughs (NextGen Nerd) draws a powerful parallel between the Jedi master/padawan relationship and Titus 2, where Paul urges older believers to train and guide the next generation in faith. Don’t miss this unique blend of fandom and discipleship as CJ reminds us of our calling to invest in others.2025-05-0416 minThe Christian Board Gamers PodcastEpisode 29 | Kevin Lewis: Foundations (Part 2)Check out The Good Clean Nerdcast!In this episode of the Christian Board Gamers Podcast, Joe shares highlights from the recent Game Changer Board Gaming Retreat and his adventures at FBC Game Con in Kansas. Then, Kevin Lewis joins Joe to continue their deep dive into their God-led journey in board game design, spotlighting the upcoming release of Joe’s new game, Meek Heroes: Victory Reborn. This engaging conversation is full of insights, creativity, and faith-driven inspiration!2025-04-221h 11
Satellite StoriesEpisode 15 | Kyler Stutzman: Gamers of PeaceIn this episode of Satellite Stories, Jamie Harris welcomes Kyler Stutzman—aka SweetOlajuwon, Twitch streamer and alumni of the inaugural Go Game Multiply school. Kyler shares his personal journey of discovering "Gamers of Peace" within the gaming community. Join us as we explore faith, gaming culture, and finding meaningful connections in digital spaces. SweetOlajuwon on Twitch2025-04-1043 minThe Christian Board Gamers PodcastEpisode 28 | Kevin Lewis: Foundations (Part 1)Check out The Good Clean Nerdcast!Ray and his wife Kim are expecting their baby any day now—or maybe she’s already arrived! To let Ray focus on family, Joe is joined by his longtime friend Kevin on today's Christian Board Gamers Podcast. With a friendship spanning over 17 years and deeply rooted in board gaming, Joe & Kevin share about the games they're enjoying and how God has used tabletop gaming to build a lasting friendship centered around faith and discipleship. 2025-04-0850 min
NCMU PodcastEpisode 36 | Andy Mage: Digital Worship and Creative LeadershipIn this episode of Nerd Culture Ministry Underground, Mark Lutz welcomes Andy Mage, Creative Pastor and Worship Leader at Lux Digital Church. Together they explore the growing importance of digital worship and the increasing demand for media creation within ministry. Tune in as they discuss how creativity intersects with faith in our digital world.2025-03-2437 minFaith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 24 | PFunk: Playing Christian Metal in Dive BarsBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!In this episode of the Faith & Fandom Podcast, Hector Miray sits down with PFunk from the Christian metal band Faith Head to discuss the intersection of heavy music and heavy messages. Tune in as they talk band life, share stories from touring, and dive into PFunk’s other nerdy passions. Don’t miss this deep, engaging conversation about music, faith, and fandom!2025-03-201h 22Satellite StoriesEpisode 14 | Suikoden: God's Got MeIn this episode of Satellite Stories, Jamie Harris—founder of Satellite Gaming—opens up about how one of his favorite childhood games serves as a powerful reminder that “God’s got him.” Tune in for a heartfelt story of faith, nostalgia, and finding reassurance in unexpected places. 2025-03-1439 minSatellite StoriesEpisode 13 | Christian Influence (w/ Jerry Crane III)In this episode of Satellite Stories, Jamie Harris sits down with Jerry Crane, co-owner and Director of Christian Influence—a 501(c)(3) nonprofit born from a simple school project at a Christian school in Oregon. Hear how this dedicated community of like-minded gamers strives to eliminate toxicity, profanity, and unwholesome content, while making a positive, faith-focused impact on digital spaces in need of a Christian influence.2025-02-271h 01The Christian Board Gamers PodcastEpisode 25 | The Spirit, The Word & The CullCheck out The Good Clean Nerdcast!In this episode of the Christian Board Gamers Podcast, Ray and Joe explore Cities by Phil Walker-Harding & Steve Finn, discuss highlights from the Family Game Changer Retreat, and reflect on how the Spirit shapes us to become more like Christ—drawing a parallel to culling our board game collections as we refine our tastes. Join them for an engaging blend of faith, fellowship, and fun!2025-02-251h 02Bible ThumpEpisode 156 | Hector Miray: Desperate For JoyCheck out The Good Clean Nerdcast!In this episode of Bible Thump, Hector Miray (Faith & Fandom) offers a devotional on the pursuit of joy. Through scripture and personal reflections, he unpacks how we can foster real, lasting joy in our daily walk—even in challenging seasons. 2025-02-2322 minFaith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 23 | Brendon Jonsson: A First-Time DMBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!In this episode of the Faith & Fandom Podcast, Hector sits down with Brendon Jonsson—a self-described "rookie nerd" and first-time Dungeon Master. Brendon shares his fresh perspectives on launching a D&D campaign, offering a unique look at the early excitement and challenges of role-playing games. Tune in for an insightful conversation about beginning efforts, big dreams, and learning on the job!2025-02-2057 minBible ThumpEpisode 155 | Jamie Harris: NumbCheck out The Good Clean Nerdcast!In this episode of Bible Thump, Jamie Harris (Satellite Gaming) delves into Isaiah 43 to explore moments when God’s children have battled a lack of stamina, excitement, or faith. Discover how to overcome those lackadaisical or anxious seasons and rekindle a deeper, more vibrant relationship with God.2025-02-1615 minNCMU PodcastEpisode 33 | Philipp Bonin: A Church Plant for NerdsSeason 4 of Nerd Culture Ministry Underground kicks off with a captivating conversation between host Mark Lutz and Philipp Bonin of Nerch—a church plant in Frankfurt, Germany, dedicated to creating a welcoming space for nerds to explore the gospel. They dive into Nerch’s origins, discuss why they have a large number of non-believers in regular attendance, and share the insights they’ve gained along the way. Tune in and discover how faith and nerd culture can unite in a powerful way! 2025-02-1041 minBible ThumpEpisode 154 | Radio Matt: Fundamental LoveCheck out The Good Clean Nerdcast!Radio Matt (Love Thy Nerd) delivers an inspiring reminder for both new and seasoned Christians: love is central and foundational to our faith. In these divisive times, it’s more crucial than ever to let love guide everything we do. Join us for this powerful charge to keep compassion at the forefront of our everyday lives and faith walk! 2025-02-0912 minFaith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 22 | Aaron Dowen: Comics & ProseBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Welcome to Season 4 of the Faith & Fandom Podcast, hosted by Hector Miray! In our premiere episode, Hector interviews the multi-talented Aaron Dowen—an author, comic publisher, worship enthusiast, and all-around creative force. Aaron discusses his wide-ranging work, as well as his latest project: a devotional for men navigating the challenges of divorce. Join us for an inspiring conversation about faith, creativity, and resilience in life’s toughest seasons.2025-02-0653 minSatellite StoriesEpisode 12 | Amély Vorster: A Voice in the Video Game SpaceIn the Season 2 Finale, Jamie welcome Amély Vorster - a voice in the video game space - as she shares her love of gaming and her coming to faith. They also discuss Amély's upcoming participation in Multiplication School, a discipleship training program.2024-11-2840 minSatellite StoriesEpisode 11 | Chris Skaggs: God Planned ThisJamie welcomes Chris Skaggs from Soma Games as they discuss how they met at a meetup of Imladris, a movement to create a healthy and profitable ecosystem of Redemptive Content Creators, Patrons, and Fans. They also discuss the need for quality among "faith-based" games. 2024-11-2241 minFaith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 21 | Deborah Ulmer: Color of FandomBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!In this week’s episode, Hector welcomes Deborah Ulmer. Deborah is the owner of Dee’s Kitchen, and one of the ambassadors of “Color of Fandom” a group focused on welcoming diversity in the geek community. Deborah and Hector talk fandoms, friendship, loss, and honoring legacies.Color of Fandom Linktree: linktr.ee/coloroffandomD's Kitchen: dktreats.com2024-11-211h 06Faith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 20 | Timmy Martens: NANOWRIMOBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Hector talks with Timmy Martens about the gargantuan task of "nanowrimo" - National Novel Writing Month. They also discuss world-building, shaping, and the perils of editing. Timmy is the program director of Camp Grace, a prolific writer, and the editor of the Faith and Fandom book series.2024-11-071h 02Faith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 19 | Wendell LeSueur: Born EliteBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Wendell LeSueur is the acting manager of Ring Wars Carolina, an Indie wrestling group based in Fayetteville, NC. He's also the owner and operator of Born Elite Enterprises which specializes in music management and events. His primary act is “Fear State” a rock band based out of Dragon's Lair Comic Book Shop in Fayetteville, NC. Wendell is an active part of the nerd culture scene in North Carolina, heavy on community involvement and engagement, and is an advocate for healthy living.2024-10-2454 minFaith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 18 | Ashley Cox: Fangirling Over JesusBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Hector Miray welcomes friend and frequent convention-booth neighbor Ashely Cox, a cosplayer, creator, and entrepreneur. Ashley runs the Fangirling Over Jesus online shop and socials, where can find imaginative, exciting, and inspiring clothing and items, as well as blogs and devotionals. Learn more about Ashley and her unique ministry.Etsy Shop: https://www.fojcosplay.com/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fangirlingoverjesusInsta: https://www.instagram.com/fangirling_over_jesus/Additional Links: https://beacons.ai/fangirlingoverjesushttps://www.fojcosplay...2024-09-261h 33NCMU PodcastEpisode 27 | R. York Moore: Creating Content on HopeMark welcomes R. York Moore to share about his journey from atheism to faith, his ministry speaking to crowds large and small, and how the pandemic created a new opportunity to create hopeful content for those seeking for answers on TikTok.TellTheStory.net2024-09-1639 minFaith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 17 | David Probus: Cosplay On WheelsBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Hector is joined by David Probus, an incredibly creative cosplayer in the Fayetteville area. Join then as they discuss how someone gets into cosplaying, where the ideas come from, and the unique challenges of cosplaying in a wheelchair.IG: @_the_wheeled_avenger_cosplay_2024-09-131h 02Bible ThumpEpisode 143 | Choosing Your Battles (w/ Hector Miray)Check out The Good Clean Nerdcast!Hector Miray (Faith & Fandom) brings a short devotional from 2 Timothy 2 about figuring out which battles are worth fighting.2024-09-0116 minFaith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 16 | Josh Boyd: Con MenBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Josh Boyd, one of the Boyd Brothers, joins Hector to talk about traveling to comic conventions in the Boyd Mobile, as well as what it's like hosting their own convention - the Friends of the Brothers Boyd Comic Con - which is this weekend in North Carolina.YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@thebrothersboydFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBrothersBoydFriends of the Brothers Boyd Comic Con: https://www.facebook.com/share/GRyWafAbwYYQnDaw/2024-08-2958 minFaith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 15 | Radio Matt: 26-Hour Work DaysBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!It's the meeting of the overachievers as Hector welcomes Radio Matt, the Director of Content & Resources at Love Thy Nerd. They talk about how Radio Matt transitioned from his own ministry to LTN, what it's like running content, hopes for the future, and why it's important to not overextend yourself in ministry.Join Radio Matt's support team: lovethynerd.com/radiomatt2024-08-151h 00
Faith in KidsFaith In Parents #142 | Growing Up: I am male or femaleTalking through some monsters: Boys, girls, gender, confusion, puberty, worry and frustration. We're in safe hands! Dr John Greenall, a paediatric doctor, with a world of experience takes us carefully through the issues, one by one. Even the little people running around Amy's head calm down. Listen in for beautiful clarity, simple advice and plenty of stories so we all leave feeling ready for the next conversation. We talk through the unchanging nature of our gender and the extraordinary changes that puberty brings to our children's bodies. We often feel like we'd rather the doctor did the t...2024-05-2948 minFaith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 14 | Jenny Wilburn: Battling Grief with a Snack and a PodcastBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Hector is joined by one of the hosts of "Go Grab a Snack" - a podcast that deals with grief (among other things). Come hear why it's important to deal with your grief and what that can look like. A have a snack nearby.2024-05-211h 08Satellite StoriesEpisode 4 | Jamie Harris & the Story of Satellite GamingIn this special episode, Jamie welcomes... himself... to share his testimony and the path that God took him on, intertwining video games and his faith throughout the process.2024-05-1632 minBible ThumpEpisode 137 | Pain and Joy (w/ CJ Burroughs)Check out The Good Clean Nerdcast!Does Joy simply make life tolerable? Or is Joy a much more powerful emotional experience in faith?2024-05-1210 minNCMU PodcastEpisode 22 | MrMasterWong & Stepping Out On FaithIn today’s episode, Mark sits down with MrMasterWong to talk about how both scary and rewarding it was for him to move to full-time streaming. Join the conversation as we hear how his time spent in the restaurant industry helps to inform the Kingdom work he is doing in and through Nerd Culture Ministry. 2024-04-2638 minFaith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 13 | Nathan Webb & the Growth of Checkpoint ChurchBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Hector welcomes Nathan Webb from Checkpoint Church to talk about the recent growth of the ministry, what it means to run a digital church, and a recent viral video experience.2024-04-231h 02Faith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 12 | Lyle Pollard & the Tribulations of Being a Comic Book ArtistBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!In this episode, Hector welcome Lyle Pollard, a comic book artist and the creator of Tribulations and Nova City Stories (published at Highburn Studios). 2024-04-091h 13Faith & Fandom PodcastSpecial | Geek Church (GalaxyCon Richmond)Back now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!In this Faith & Fandom special, join Hector Miray as he hosts Geek Church at GalaxyCon in Richmond, VA.2024-03-2636 minThe Christian Board Gamers PodcastInterview with Sam Healey of Flipside of Board GamesCheck out The Good Clean Nerdcast!In this episode, we have the opportunity to sit down and chat with Sam Healey of Flipside of Board Games. Sam shares his board game journey as well as his faith journey. We hope that you are as blessed by what Sam shared as we were, and of course the episode is a lot of fun!
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2024-03-181h 09Faith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 11 | Candace Hicks: Geek Therapy2024-03-1245 minFaith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 10 | Timothy G. Huguenin: Hillbilly Writer of the Strange and SpookyBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Timothy G. Huguenin is a hillbilly writer of the strange and spooky, living in the dark Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. He is the author of the books Little One, When the Watcher Shakes, and Unknowing, I Sink. His short stories have appeared in various publications including Vastarien, Cosmic Horror Monthly, and The Saturday Evening Post.Find out more and get a free ebook at https://tghuguenin.com/2024-02-2758 minFaith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 9 | Cutright: What CHH Needs Right NowBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Hector welcomes Richard Cutright - indie Christian rapper, host of "Making the Cut" at Rapzilla, and comic book nerd. He'll share about his career, his faith, and the state of Christian Hip Hop.Find Cutright on the socials: @mistercutrightNote: The audio on this episode isn't the greatest. We did our best to salvage it, but we do apologize that it's not up to our normal quality.2024-02-1359 minNCMU PodcastEpisode 16 | MissPositivity & Tackling Tough Questions on StreamIn our Season 2 premiere, Mark interviews variety streamer MissPositivity, as they discuss the desire to do more in our streams, talking about the tougher stuff, and leaning into the positives of faith and gaming. Join the conversation as they look at how being willing to tackle tough spiritual questions on stream can bring the curious and searching into the fold.Find Miss P online:Twitch: http://www.twitch.tv/misspositivityX: https://www.x.com/_misspositivity2024-02-0244 minThe Christian Board Gamers PodcastInterview w/Jack Dunbar of New Kingdom GamingCheck out The Good Clean Nerdcast!In this episode, we sit did with Jack Dunbar of New Kingdom Gaming. We were so excited to interview Jack and we had a great time! Jack shares some of his journey in game design and how his faith in Jesus permeates through all of it. Jack is the designer and publisher of New Kingdom Gardners & his love for Jesus, others and board games evident.
You can learn more about Jack and New Kingdom Gaming at newkingdomgaming.com
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Love Thy NiebuhrInterview with Dr. Melvin RogersThe hosts interview Dr. Melvin Rogers about his recently released book, The Darkened Light of Faith.
2023-11-2059 minFaith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 7 | Chris Poirier: The NomadBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Hector welcomes his friend and podcast co-host from The Pull List to talk about Chris and nomadic ways in church culture and nerd culture. Chris also shares about his non-profit gaming-focused ministry - Columbus Got Game - and his soon-to-launch business, Bytes and Brews.2023-11-071h 15Love Thy NiebuhrHumor and Faith with Dr. Jon WeatherlyThe hosts discuss Niebuhr's chapter, "Humour and Faith", from his work Discerning the Signs of the Times with Dr. Jon Weatherly.
2023-10-261h 14Faith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 6 | El'Ja Bowens: Purpose Over PopularityBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Hector welcomes El'Ja Bowens from Poetry n Motion to talk about slam poetry, mixed with nerd culture, putting purpose over popularity, and more!https://www.poetrynmotionnc.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/eljapoetryFB: https://www.facebook.com/eljapoetry2023-10-2454 minFaith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 5 | Andy Field: Exotic Butters & the Art of Voice ActingBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Hector welcome voice actor Andy Field (Hand Unit, Five Nights at Freddy's: Sister Location), to the show to discuss how he got started in the Voice Acting / Voiceover industry and share some stories and advice. 2023-10-101h 09Faith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 4 | Paul Mignard: Sketchy SermonsBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Paul Mignard has taken a simple method of attempting to pay more attention to sermons on Sunday mornings and developed it to a massive online art gallery of mostly pastors and theologians (and some nerdy icons too) sharing challenging and inspiration quotes. Today, we learn all about him, his process, what doors it has opened, and why he now considers this a ministry.2023-09-2554 minFaith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 3 | Todd Turner: The Purpose of Mosaic Fan ArtBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Todd Turner joins Hector to talk about his amazing Mosaic Fan Art business and the purpose behind it.https://www.instagram.com/mosaicfanarthttps://www.twitch.tv/mosaicfanarthttps://www.facebook.com/mosaicfanart2023-09-111h 04
Faith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 2 | Tesh: Lady Malice & the Outer Rim Praxeum Lightsaber SchoolBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Tesh is an avid Star Wars fan that runs a lightsaber school akin to "jedi WWE". She also is a heavily involved cosplayer. Check out her journey as she found romance, community, adventure, and encouragement through through a galaxy far far away. Everything Outer Rim Praxeum: https://linktr.ee/OuterRimPraxeum More Cosplay: https://www.instagram.com/gearsabercosplay/ Lady Malice in Action: https://www.facebook.com/DarkHillsMedia/videos/9084861870886262023-08-2844 minFaith & Fandom PodcastEpisode 1 | Karen Whitfield: The Bronze Age BatgirlBack now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!Karen Whitfield is the Bronze age Batgirl. DC’s Second in the suit to be on call to tour the country with Burt Ward and Adam West making public appearances and being the face of the cowl. Karen published a book of her adventures in the time of her cape and is now touring cons sharing her journey.Karen's FB: https://www.facebook.com/livelikebatgirlKaren's IG: https://www.instagram.com/livelikebatgirl/Comic Collectors Guild: https://www.comiccollectorsguild.com/karenwhitfieldbatgirlBu...2023-08-1444 minFaith & Fandom PodcastNew Episodes Coming Soon!Back now, build by Christmas! Click here to back Bible Bricks!New episodes start August 14th!2023-08-1001 min
NOW YOU KNOWLOVE THY SELF 💕LEARN TO LOVE AND LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE. KEEP THE FAITH AND HOPE.2023-08-0818 min
Rise & Shine, NerdsWeekly 3 | Full Interview with LTN's Luke FilipiakRadio Matt interviews LTN's Luke Filipiak to get to know him better, learn about his faith journey and fandoms, ask about his Twitch routine, catch up on the recent LTN mission to Origins Game Fair, and get updates on the upcoming Nerd Culture Ministry Summit.2023-07-071h 34
Rise & Shine, NerdsEpisode 10 | Interview with Luke Filipiak (Part 2): The Faith of FrostRadio Matt interviews LTN's Luke Filipiak all week long. Today, the discussion is on Luke's faith journey. Plus, Radio Matt & Deidra talk about cats and nerdy news.2023-07-0448 min
Faith WomenLove Thy Neighbor: Weaving Gospel Rhythms into your Routine (Sarah Engelman)This recording is from a breakout session at the Faith Women's Spring Conference in May 2023. In this session, "Love Thy Neighbor: Weaving Gospel Rhythms into your Routine," Faith member Sarah Engelman shares truth from God's Word (Mark 12:28-34) and discusses how the Greatest Commandment can help us fulfill the Great Commission.2023-06-2229 minBible ThumpEpisode 106 | 3 Thoughts on FaithCheck out The Good Clean Nerdcast!Drew Dixon brings us several thoughts on faith based on a passage from Romans.2023-02-2614 min
LTNcon!Crossing the StreamsHow God can use your nerdy passions and your faith together.2022-09-2928 minBible ThumpEpisode 93 | EnduranceCheck out The Good Clean Nerdcast!Taking a look at what endurance means in regards to our faith journey.2022-09-1817 minLTNcon!Panel Discussion | Aligning Passions for Faith & NerdsA panel discussion featuring most of the voices from LTNcon 2020.2022-09-121h 27
Love Thy Neighborhood presents: The EnneaCastEp #75: How Does Our Enneagram Type Influence Our Faith? w/Lisa VischerDoes our personality impact our view of God? Jesse and Lindsey are kicking off a new series about how our Enneagram Type influences our faith! First, they look at how each tends to relate to God. Then they interview Enneagram coach Lisa Vischer, who talks about how psychology informs theology. She and Jesse compare notes on how each of the 9 Types reflect a divine characteristic of God. Learn more from Lisa: www.lisavischer.com2022-09-0654 min
Church NerdsEpisode 72 | Hawt, Juicy GossipWith social media and news dominated by the Depp/Heard trail, it makes us think about scandal and rumors and why they fascinate us. The Church Nerds ask: How does our faith affect whether or not we watch, listen, or take part in these things?
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2022-05-061h 14Church NerdsEpisode 66 | The Things That Really MatterBubba & Anna discuss disagreements within fandoms that, when you get down to it, aren't really all that important in the grand scheme of things. And, of course, if we tend to do this over our fandoms, we certainly get tempted to argue the same way over doctrine and faith.
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Dia Dhuit MinistriesLove Thy Neighbour - Sermon #3Love is easily one of the most important themes of the Bible. It is the basis for every law and teaching of the prophets. My books: Twelve Concepts In Christianity: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0B1CVLKF6/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1653151166&sr=8-1 Twelve More Concepts In Christianity: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BC6TGTZB2021-12-1522 min
Love Thy Neighborhood presents: The EnneaCastEp #62: How to Have Better Conversations + New Year's Resolutions!In this episode, we bring you some fun for the holidays! First, Jesse and Lindsey show you how to start better conversations by trying out LTN’s Say More cards. The conversation goes from silly to serious as they discuss bad haircuts, struggles about living a life of faith, and what they both hope God says to them when they die. Next, Lindsey presents a practical and simple New Year’s resolution for each Enneagram Type.2021-12-1445 minChurch NerdsEpisode 60 | Nu ThangSome people are comfortable in their routines, enjoying their favorites, and living a life wrapped in the familiar. But does that mean we fear trying new things? Bubba & Anna discuss why some people struggle to do something new and how that translates to our faith journey as well.
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Christian Faith CenterLove Thy Neighborhood: Part 3Did you know there are over 2300 verses about money and possessions and what to do with them? That’s almost twice as much as faith and prayer combined.... There is a principle that we ALL must learn if we are going to function the way God intends for us to function in His kingdom! I’m not talking about the tithe today! The tithe (a tenth) is a timeless Kingdom principle. It was there before the law and the prophets and remains after. It is first and foremost an act of obedience. This principle if lived out will...2021-11-2254 minChristian Faith CenterLove Thy Neighborhood: Part 1Love Thy Neighborhood: Part 1Have you ever been bothered by people? The point is not preaching . . . its people. CFC doesn’t exist so that preachers have a platform! CFC exists for PEOPLE!The disciples thought the preaching was the point. They thought the gathering and the miracles, and the healing was the point. They thought it was about doing the motions and the religious activity! Once the time for activity ran out, they wanted to send the people away! The point is the people! We don’t want to send people away....We don’t...2021-11-0941 minChurch NerdsEpisode 51 | Plot HolesEven some of the greatest movies in history struggle with plot holes that threaten to take you out of the world being built. Bubba & Anna discuss some of the most glaring plot holes, and then transition to what some would call "Faith Plot Holes" or big questions about God and the Bible that we may never be able to answer.
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Humans of Gaming PodcastEpisode 189 | Ryan Bowdre of true[X] on Earning the Right to SpeakRyan Bowdre is a pretty nice guy. An L.A. native and avid Super Smash Bros. player, Ryan started with Disney Interactive as a QA tester before joining the team at Blizzard as a test analyst. Though this time at Blizzard, and now true[X], Ryan was active in his faith but believed that you had to earn the right to speak into someone's life, something that runs counterintuitive in a day where social media gives everyone a platform to say what they think. Drew and Chris talk to Ryan about his experiences at Blizzard before the lawsuit from...2021-09-021h 20
Humans of Gaming PodcastEpisode 188 | Andy Robertson of "Taming Gaming"Andy Robertson, the author of "Taming Gaming", describes himself as a "good dad." Originally a technical writer for tax software, Andy took a leap to write for video games and has done so for 15 years while curating an impressive database of video games at the Family Video Game Database. Encouraging the active participation of parents and their children in the video game universe by educating parents and providing curated starting points based on interests and familiarity has earned him the honor of his own TED Talk. Drew and Chris chat with Andy about his gaming habits with his children...2021-08-191h 13
Humans of Gaming PodcastEpisode 182 | Kate Kadowaki on "TV Eye", KSM, and Being Another HumanKate Kadowaki, one of the founders of Love Thy Nerd was the drummer for the former Disney pop/rock group "KSM" (and no, even she doesn't know what it stands for). Kate talks to Drew and Chris about the path that led her out of the church and into the band. The conversation covers the effects of fame, the difference between the "normal" routine or "real life", and how a quick decision to play for the church again led her to her husband and a strengthening of her faith.2021-04-011h 12
LTN SpecialsLTN Spotlight | The Faith & Fandom PodcastDuring December, as our shows take a hiatus, we are using some of our LTN Radio slots to spotlight other podcasts from within the Love Thy Nerd Community. We reached out to podcasters in our community and asked them to send us one of their favorite episodes to feature.Today's spotlight is on "The Faith & Fandom Podcast" with an episode featuring an interview with "Jeff the Girl" from Five Iron Frenzy.
You can find Faith & Fandom on all the socials and we encourage you to subscribe to The Faith & Fandom Podcasts everywhere you get podcasts.2020-12-1041 min
Two Words PodcastEpisode 2 | Wrestling Faith John & Matt discuss wrestlers of faith, how many have (or have not) addressed their faith openly, and how WWE treats faith on TV. 2020-11-081h 12Church NerdsEpisode 24 | IRL: Faith DebatesBubba & Anna discuss what it's like to get into debates over spiritual matters and moral stances, highlighting the right and wrong ways to appraoch these kind of discussions. PLUS: Fighting within Fandoms! Back to School! LTNcon is Coming!
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The Pull List PodcastEpisode 38 | The Dog Days of SummerHector's new book Faith & Fandom 7 is out this week, DC Comic’s new distributors have their first-week shipping comics, Marvel production seems to be slowing down or catching up, and Image has a few surprises for everyone! All of this and we talk the latest industry news you need to know, our top pulls, #1s worth your time, and more!2020-07-141h 07
Church NerdsEpisode 16 | Faith & FandomBubba & Anna discuss viewing our fandoms throught the lens of faith and how for a believer, it's impossible to not intermingle them.
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Humans of Gaming PodcastEpisode 174 | Gamer Doc on Health and PerseveranceContinuing our series on celebrating women in gaming, Drew Dixon hosts "Gamer Doc", a medical doctor, a gamer, and someone who has a passion for improving the quality of life for gamers. Using her Twitch channel she hosts sessions recommending the best PC setups, console setups, and general health tips to keep you and other gamers playing as well as possible. The pair converse about her Christian upbringing and the current state of her faith, the state of the gamer's stereotype when it comes to personal health, and her determination to become a gamer and doctor despite being told g...2020-03-2556 min
Tactical Faith PodcastDr. Nancy Pearcey - Love Thy BodyDr. Nancy Pearcey comes on Tactical Faith to discuss her book Love Thy Body: Answering Hard Questions About Life and Sexuality.
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Love Thy NeighborGuest 19: Jo LuehmannThe 19th guest that Jessica interviewed is a phenomenal woman named Jo Luehmann. Jo is a Colombian born and raised pastor and teacher of theology and decolonized faith. She moved to the US in 2006 to intern at a church in Las Vegas, NV and get her Masters in Ministry and Theology from Point Loma Nazarene University.
She worked in churches and ministries for over 10 years, she has taught different theology classes and developed curriculum encouraging Christians to put the feet of their faith to the fire.
Alongside her husband she started the non-profit The Living Room Foundation which challenges traditional...2019-12-0756 min
Humans of Gaming PodcastEpisode 169 | Ricardo Bare of Arkane Studios on Contemplative FaithRicardo Bare of Arkane Studios joins Drew and Chris to talk a little bit about his past with Ion Storm (Deus Ex) and how it led him to Arkane Studios where he worked on the Dishonored series and was the lead designer for Prey. In his formative years, the writings of C.S. Lewis served as the springboard for his personal investigations into examining the Bible and he talks about the disconnect between what he read and what was practiced when he started attending a church. The narrative dissonance between the two has lead him to a more older pra...2019-11-2046 min
The Pull List PodcastEpisode 27 | Meredith Finch on Comic Writing and The Book of RuthMeredith Finch joins Chris and Hector to chat about her history as a writer. Born and raised in Canada, she tells the story of meeting her husband David Finch, her relationship with the Anglican Church and how that faith has influenced her work and the upcoming Kickstarter project The Book of Ruth. 2019-11-181h 04
Humans of Gaming PodcastEpisode 159 | Teri Litorco of Renegade Games on Faith and HeritageTeri Litorco from Renegade Games talks with Drew and Chris about her early days on YouTube teaching the basics of painting miniatures for table top play. These videos put her on a road to Geek & Sundry during their early days and the end result of working with Renegade Games. The latter half of the episode turns the conversation toward Teri's heritage from the Philippines and the practice of Roman Catholicism both there and in her now home of Canada, and how it brings her a sense of completion rather than compartmentalization.2019-07-171h 04
Humans of Gaming PodcastEpisode 154 | James Hudson of Skybound on Organic PassionJames Hudson did not always start out as a board game creator. World of Warcraft dominated his life for almost 9 years until a friend convinced him to come to a board game night and he was exposed to Power Grid. Since that night James has been involved with collaboration efforts with Druid City Games, now a part of Skybound Entertainment, to publish amazing games that help fuel that organic passion of playing games with other people around the same table. Drew and Chris have a conversation with James about the seasons of his faith, the disillusionment with the American ch...2019-06-051h 07
Humans of Gaming PodcastEpisode 149 | Kate Edwards on Playing NiceKate Edwards is an influential woman in gaming as well as a woman of faith. Forming Microsoft's Geopolitical Strategy team, her department had a hand in the Halo franchise, Age of Empires, and virtually every game and product Microsoft produced during her tenure. Additionally she has a background in cartography, philosophy, and was the executive director of the IGDA from 2012 to 2017 helping to advocate for those on front lines in the game industry calling for more diversity in the work force.2019-04-241h 08
The Pull List PodcastEpisode 14 |Tamara Robertson of Mythbusters and Seekers of ScienceTamara Robertson of Mythbusters and the forthcoming comic book series Seekers of Science is our guest this week. Tamara talks to us about her experience of being a woman of faith in a profession that is perceived to be opposite to the workings of God. She also shares about her passion for recruiting other women into the STEM world and elevating the perception of women in the associated industries.2019-04-221h 03
Free Play PodcastEpisode 47 | We Tried Our BestGames are a big part of our lives for those of us that really really love them. When you love something, people know about it. We at the FreePlay Podcast are Christians who love games. And we’ve had experiences, both good and bad, with how they’ve affected our faith and relationships with other Christians.2019-04-0539 min
Humans of Gaming PodcastEpisode 139 | Jay Tholen of Hypnospace Outlaw on Developing Games as a ChristianJay Tholen of Hypnospace Outlaw and Dropsy returns to the show to join Drew and Chris live from Germany! The first half of the show is a deep dive into the nostalgia of the internet from the 90's when terms like Netscape Navigator, GeoCities, Prodigy, and bad MIDI music dominated the 56k modems those of us over 28 used to connect with each other. The later half is filled with a discussion of where Jay has been since his first appearance on the show and how his Christian faith influences his work.2019-02-131h 21
Humans of Gaming PodcastEpisode 127 | Toiya Kristen Finley on Narrative Design and Gaming's #metoo MomentToiya Kristen Finley guests this week to talk about her passion for fiction writing and good narrative design. The demise of Telltale games and the warning signs both to the gamer and the industry insider started to show several years before its sudden closure. Both aspects are discussed along with how developer Dontnod (Life is Strange, Remember Me, Vampyr) took the formula and evolved it to be present in all aspects of the production including UI design, environment, and character interactions. Drew and Toiya also have a Nashville, TN bonding moment as they discuss the explosive growth of the c...2018-11-071h 10Humans of Gaming PodcastEpisode 126 | Shane Neville of Bunker Punks on Compulsion Loops and ParentingShane Neville of Buster Punks joins Drew and Chris this week to talk about his gaming career and a little bit about his current projects. The conversation turns to compulsion loops found in gaming that lead to addictive behavior as seen with Fortnite. The trio talk about the stumbling blocks for parents involving games of this kind including the need for involvement, the basic knowledge of how the industry works, and the intentional design of the compulsion loop.The second half of the show reflects on Shane's years growing up in Battleford, Sask. in Canada. Raised...2018-10-311h 06
The Pull List PodcastEpisode 2 | DC Comics in Crisis and Daredevil ConjecturesThe DC Universe is in crisis (again) as the Heroes in Crisis 9 part series racks up a body count right from the onset. Light spoilers are contained within if you haven't read the first 2 issues. The conversation then turns to the theories surrounding Mat Murdoch's brother in the next Daredevil arc, Star Wars comics, and much much more! The Pull List podcast is hosted by Chris Poirer and Hector Miray as they talk all things comics, pop culture, faith and how it all interacts in the nerd culture at large.2018-10-2253 min
The Pull List PodcastEpisode 1 | PilotChris Poirer and Hector Miray team up for the first "unofficial" episode of The Pull List podcast where they talk all things comics, pop culture, faith and how it all interacts in the nerd culture at large. Up this week is Batman #53 and the subject of Batman's beliefs which many feel writer Tom King revealed as atheism. While Tom King may not agree with that assessment, many readers and critics weighed in on the uproar. Chris and Hector do their best to parse out the meaningful discussions. 2018-10-2251 min
Humans of Gaming PodcastEpisode 124 | Mike Sellers of "Sims 2" on Community and Real Life FaithMike Sellers has a "career swamp" that flows through nearly every game genre. Starting off with a desire to be a neurosurgeon, Mike's career path would instead lead him to be a software engineer and interface designer. In the 90's he founded, along with his brother, Archetype Interactive which would develop the first 3D MMO Meridian 59. He would go on to work with Will Wright on The Sims 2, do extensive work with DARPA on AI, and finally settle down to be head of the University of Indiana's Game Design program. Mike is also our first guest who is pa...2018-10-171h 01Humans of Gaming PodcastEpisode 120 | Nicholas Kole of Spyro on Faith as a StoryNicholas Kole, freelance artist extraordinaire, joined Drew and Chris to talk about his latest work on The Wingfeather Saga and Spyro: The Reignited Trilogy. The trio talk about Nichola's prior work on Kingdoms of Amalur, his desire to redraw VeggieTales Bob the Tomato as a black mage from Final Fantasy, and how Chris needs to start watching Studio Ghibli movies. The back half of the show finds Nicholas talking about his formative years in the Church and how stories and art give the unutterable feelings of the human soul a voice.2018-09-1955 minHumans of Gaming PodcastEpisode 118 | Ben Esposito of Donut County on Questioning Childhood FaithBen Esposito, developer of Donut County, joins Drew this week to talk a bit about the first game about a hole in the ground. Ben also has credits on titles such as, What Remains of Edith Finch and The Unfinished Swan. The conversation turns to Ben's Jewish heritage and upbringing and the urge to question what you are taught to believe blindly and why Super Mario Odysseyis truly a freaky and violent game.2018-09-051h 03
You Gotta Have FaithEpisode 09 - Love Thy Neighbor (Matthew 22: 34 - 40)On this weeks episode of Faith, Craig Dickerson and I discuss Matthew 22: 34-40. Here are some bullet points on the show:
- First commandment: love God (easy). 2nd Commandment: love thy neighbor (hard)
- Sometimes we must limit our emotions to effectively help others
- Analogy of the heavy curtain (God’s Word) and the weak wall (our acceptance of the word)
- The lessons we learn from our parents or grandparents may be simple but it’s our foundation. If we stray too far, we lose our foundation and our identity.
- Others will try to provoke you (like the...2017-10-2800 min
Front RowLove Thy Neighbor: The Church & LGBTQRob Hill's journey has taken him from the pulpit as a United Methodist Church pastor to a position as director of the Human Rights Campaign Mississippi.
Through the organization's One America project, Rob and his team lead the effort to bring equality to LGBTQ people throughout Mississippi. Using the resources of HRC and collaborating with local organizations, he works each day to help change hearts and minds, advance enduring legal protections and build more inclusive institutions in the Magnolia State.
For those who are not LGBTQ but want to put compassion into action, Rob suggests...2017-06-271h 05
Humans of Gaming PodcastEpisode 79 | Rand Miller and The Reassurance in SufferingReaching back into our archives, we present our first episode from January 5, 2017 featuring Rand Miller of Cyan Worlds. PC gamers will recognize the name as one half of the creative founders of MYST, one of the most influential games developed. An avid church goer, Rand talks with Drew Dixon and M Joshua about the change of view that happens when one suddenly finds 1 million dollars in the bank and how age and perspective has affected his faith and outlook on life.2017-01-0557 min
Humans of Gaming PodcastEpisode 53 | Jay Tholen of Dropsy on Getting Close to GodThis week, Humans of Gaming editors Richard Clark and Drew Dixon talk to the mastermind behind Dropsy, Jay Tholen, who opens up about his deeply held religious faith, his relationship with his church, and his predictions for what Dropsy's critical reception will be, including predicting his own Metascore! To find out if he's right, you'll have to tune in.2015-09-1059 min