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John Michael Godier's Event HorizonInside the World of Shipwreck Archaeology | Dr. James DelgadoMaritime archaeologist James Delgado joins John Michael Godier to explore how shipwrecks on the ocean floor are rewriting our understanding of history. From luxury liners and forgotten trade ships to war graves and deep-sea wrecks only reachable by modern submersibles, Delgado explains how archaeologists find, map, and interpret these sites, what the Titanic and other iconic wrecks really tell us, and why the deep ocean has become one of the most important archives of human activity on Earth. Along the way he tackles the ethics of disturbing wrecks, the role of cutting-edge technology in underwater exploration, and what unanswered...
2025-12-031h 53
Delgado PodcastUnderstanding Grief & Loss: Clinical Strategies for Supporting the Bereaved - Dr. Jacob SermenoGrief is a deeply personal experience that affects each individual differently.
In this episode of the Delgado Podcast, Dr. Jacob Sermeno, LCSW highlights the importance of distinguishing between adaptive grief, a normal response to loss, and complicated grief, which involves prolonged symptoms like avoidance, hyper-attachment, or significant daily impairment. Recognizing these differences helps clinicians provide tailored support to those struggling to process loss.
Cultural factors and societal norms play a significant role in how grief is expressed. Jacob emphasizes the need for cultural humility, encouraging clinicians to create safe, nonjudgmental spaces where clients can process...
2025-01-2335 minDelgado PodcastUnderstanding Climate Trauma: Mental Health Impacts of Wildfires & Collective Healing - Dr. Jyoti MishraIn this episode of the Delgado Podcast, Dr. Jyoti Mishra, a neuroscientist and associate professor of psychiatry at UC San Diego, discusses the growing field of climate trauma and its effects on mental health. Dr. Mishra provides an in-depth analysis of how environmental disasters like wildfires contribute to collective trauma, impacting entire communities with symptoms such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, and cognitive dysfunctions, including decision-making challenges and difficulty maintaining focus. Drawing from her research, Dr. Mishra explains how the brain's threat response, often referred to as "fire brain," becomes hyper-aroused in the aftermath of trauma, leading to short-term and...
2025-01-1532 minDelgado PodcastExploring Faith Perspectives, Theological Camps & Queer Theology - Dr. Hanna ReichelJoin us for a conversation with Dr. Hanna Reichel, an associate professor of Reformed Theology at Princeton Theological Seminary. In this interview, Dr. Reichel shares their unique journey of faith, from growing up in Germany with minister parents to exploring various religious communities..
Discover how Dr. Reichel's global perspective on faith informs their understanding of the universal nature of the church and its diverse expressions across cultural contexts. Dive into their experiences within Catholic and Protestant settings, where doctrinal differences posed challenges and opportunities for belonging.
Explore the intersection of theology with politics, economics, and...
2023-10-1641 minDelgado PodcastToxic Theology, Deconstruction & Coping with Complicated Grief – Dr. Terri DanielWe’re honored to learn from Dr. Terri Daniel about her academic work on toxic theology as a contributing factor in complicated mourning and work as an interfaith chaplain.
Topics covered:
01:17 The Conference on Death, Grief & Belief
03:17 Toxic Theology as a Contributing Factor in Complicated Grief (Or Mourning)
05:22 The Atheist Purity Test
08:24 Complicated Grief in Relation to Toxic Theology
09:18 Dark Night of the Soul & Questioning God
12:00 Dealing with trauma (and feeling like God is not pleased with us)
12:30 Example of toxic theology in Christian movies
13:29 Interfaith chaplaincy and supporting ho...
2023-04-1250 minDelgado PodcastIdentity Formation, Faith Reconstruction, Hermeneutics & Queer Theology - Father Shannon T.L. KearnsFather Kearns was a former fundamentalist who became the first openly transgender man ordained in the Old Catholic priesthood. He believes in the transformative power of story and has made it his life's work to explore the intersection of theology, church life, and creativity.
Father Kearns grew up in a rural area in the 80s and 90s when access to information and language around gender identity was limited. He struggled with his own gender dysphoria but didn't have the words to express it or anyone to know how to talk about it. As a result, he felt...
2023-03-2944 min
God is AwesomeReckless LoveHello todays episode is based off of the song reckless love of.
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2023-01-2801 minDelgado PodcastThe Practice of Forgiveness in an Unforgiving World – Dr. Matthew Ichihashi PottsWe’re honored to learn from Dr. Matthew Ichichashi Potts about his book, Forgiveness: An Alternative Account, which is focused on understanding the practice of forgiveness in an unforgiving world.
In this episode, Dr. Potts shares:
• When forgiveness causes emotional distress
• Common misunderstandings about forgiveness
• When forgiveness causes shame for victims of abuse or trauma
• How does forgiveness help us love our enemy
• Forgiveness is an alternative to systems of justice that demand retaliation
• How can marginalized populations forgive systems of oppression?
• Charleston church attack and stories of forgiveness
• How to thi...
2023-01-2141 minDelgado PodcastProphetic Literature, Social Ethics & Politicized Religion – M. Daniel Carroll R.We’re honored to learn from Dr. M. Daniel Carroll R. (Rodas) about the key ethical concerns and social critiques of Amos, Isaiah, and Micah. It’s the topic of his book: The Lord Roars: Recovering the Prophetic Voice for Today.
In this episode, Dr. Carroll shares:
• Understanding Amos, Isaiah, and Micah: Prophets on Ethics
• Comparing the social and ethical concerns of Isaiah, Micah, and Amos
• Being aware of idolatry in the church
• How church liturgy impact our ideas of God (and ways to worship)
• Why churches divide over what social justice issues...
2023-01-1535 min
God is AwesomeChristmas SpecialHello today we are talking about the birth of Christmas and preparing, meeting and having hope in him!
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2022-12-2505 minGod is AwesomeDon’t be FakeHello todays episode is about not being fake and being your true self when around others
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2022-12-0405 minGod is AwesomeChariots of firehello, today we are talking about how just because you do not see something does not mean that it is not real and that it is fake.
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2022-11-0103 minDelgado PodcastWays to Grow in Hope, Compassion & Mindfulness Amid Seasons of Grief – Valerie BrownWe’re honored to learn from Valerie Brown about ways to cultivate hope, compassion, and mindfulness amid seasons of grief and loss. It’s the topic of her book “Hope Leans Forward: Braving Your Way Toward Simplicity, Awakening & Peace.”
In this episode, she shares:
• On writing "Hope Leans Forward" during a time of grief and loss
• Tending your grief
• Why we don't want to think about our pain
• Finding hope after dealing with trauma and pain
• There's power in naming our trauma and pain
• How Buddhism, meditation, and dharma rituals helped her hold pain...
2022-11-0155 minDelgado PodcastMaking Meaning from Our Suffering – Dr. Ken Duckworth (NAMI)In this week’s podcast, we’re honored to learn from Dr. Ken Duckworth about his fantastic book entitled “You Are Not Alone: The NAMI Guide to Navigating Mental Health.”
His book is a comprehensive guide on how to compassionately support friends, family, and loved ones in their mental health journeys. His book combines evidence-based research on what treatments work for different mental health issues, insights from renowned clinical experts, and over 130 stories from people sharing their mental health challenges, along with insights from caregivers.
It’s an all-in-one handbook that will help you grow in compass...
2022-10-2432 minGod is AwesomeNever give upHello to day we are talking about never giving up and never thinking that god is not going to help you
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2022-10-2101 minGod is AwesomeGod is Real God is Powerful and God is AlmightyHello today we are talking about how much power god has and how much he loves you and wil never let anything happen to you. God is good, all the time.
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2022-10-1802 minDelgado PodcastEmbracing Curiosity in the Journey of Faith w/ Lore Ferguson WilbertIn this week’s podcast, we’re honored to learn from Lore Ferguson Wilbert about her new book entitled, “A Curious Faith: The Questions God Asks, We Ask, And We Wish Someone Would Ask Us.“
Her book explores the powerful ways our faith and doubt can impact our understanding of God. Lore invites us all to embrace curiosity in our faith journey, and to get comfortable with not always finding all the answers. Most importantly, she encourages readers to find their comfort and ultimate answers in Christ.
Lore Ferguson Wilbert is the founder of Sayable.net and...
2022-09-2844 minGod is AwesomeTemptationYou are always temped god will help you get through that let him in your heart and let him heal you.
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2022-09-2105 minGod is AwesomeBe God’s son/living a new lifeToday we are talking about being born again and having god in our life.
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2022-09-0903 minGod is AwesomePowerful PrayerToday we are talking about how powerful prayer is
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2022-09-0701 minGod is AwesomeHe is coming backHello today we are talking about how God is coming back
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2022-09-0501 minGod is AwesomeHearing from GodToday we are talking about hearing from God
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2022-09-0403 minGod is AwesomeTwo roadsToday we are talking about how you should be on the good road and to stay away from the bad.
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2022-09-0201 minGod is AwesomeHopeful last wordsToday we are talking about your last. When you die what do you want to tell the word.
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2022-08-3101 minGod is AwesomeGod is spiritToday we are talking about how god is spirit and how although you can’t see him he is still there
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2022-08-2901 minGod is AwesomeYou are lovedToday we are talking about God and how much he loves you.
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2022-08-2601 minGod is AwesomeAll can be savedHello today we are talking about how everyone can be saved not just one. Person. Every human being on the planet can be saved
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2022-08-2401 minGod is AwesomeDid he die for you?Today we are taking about god and asking our self’s did he die for me.
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2022-08-2201 minGod is AwesomeQuestions about heavenHello today we are asking questions about heaven and trying to understand what will happen when we get there
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2022-08-1901 minGod is AwesomeHeaven is gloriousHello today we are taking about how wonderful and awesome heaven is.
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2022-08-1701 minGod is AwesomeThere is a heavenHello to day we are talking about if there is a heaven or not. Which of course there is.
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2022-08-1501 minGod is AwesomeJoshua becoming Gods servantToday we are talking about Joshua becoming god servant
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2022-08-1305 minGod is AwesomeMoses meeting pharaoh part 2Hello today we are talking about Moses meeting pharaoh. I’m trying new things. And making it better so just bare with me.
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2022-08-1312 minDelgado PodcastHow to Talk About Racial Inequality, Combat Racism & Become Anti-RacistIn this week’s podcast, we’re honored to learn from Dr. Ali Michael and Dr. Eleonora Bartoli about their helpful new book entitled “Our Problem, Our Path: Collective AntiRacism for White People.” It’s a powerful resource to help us learn ways to talk about racism and build skills to be actively anti-racist.
Dr. Michael and Dr. Bartoli argue that inner and outer antiracist work are deeply interconnected. Their book provides readers with strategies to build racial competence and ways for us to make a more just, equitable and loving multiracial society.
In this episode, t...
2022-08-0950 minGod is AwesomeMoses meeting pharaohToday we are talking about what happened when Moses and Aaron meets pharaoh for the first time
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2022-08-0501 minGod is AwesomeMoses at the burning bushToday we are talking about Moses at the burning bush and God telling him to go to pharaoh to let the people go
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2022-08-0401 minGod is AwesomeThirst and satisfactionToday we are talking about how king David thirst for god and worships him everyday
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2022-08-0301 minGod is AwesomeYou Shall not murderThis episode is about not holding a grudge and not doing bad things
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2022-08-0201 minGod is AwesomeJobs sufferingsHello today we are talking about job chapter 1 and all the stuff that happened to him
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2022-08-0102 minGod is AwesomeFellowship with ChristToday we are talking about how to have fellowship with Christ
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2022-07-3101 minGod is AwesomeThe gift of God’s wordToday we are talking about God’s word
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2022-07-2500 minGod is AwesomeTrust God alwaysToday we are talking about trusting god and keeping him with you when you need him the most
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2022-07-2200 minDelgado PodcastFinding Hope in the Rituals of Grief - Amanda Held OpeltIn this week’s podcast, we're honored to learn from Amanda Held Opelt about her latest book: "A Hole in the World: Finding Hope in Rituals of Grief and Healing." It’s a beautifully written book that explores ways to find faith and hope amid seasons of grief and suffering.
In this episode, Amanda talks with us about
• Becoming a social worker and serving as a chaplain
• Helping others overcome grief, trauma and loss
• How to support a grieving friend (and what not to say)
• What the Bible tells us about grief and sufferin...
2022-07-2141 minDelgado PodcastA Christian Transgender Journey - Austen HartkeIn this week’s podcast, we're honored to learn from Austen Hartke about his journey of coming out as transgender in seminary, the work he is doing right now to help transgender and gender-expansive Christians, and some encouraging words for Christians parents of transgender youth.
Austen Hartke is a graduate of Luther Seminary’s Master of Arts program in Old Testament/Hebrew Bible Studies, and is the winner of the 2014 John Milton Prize in Old Testament Writing. He is the author of a book entitled "Transforming: The Bible and the Lives of Transgender Christians," which is published by W...
2022-07-2029 min
God is AwesomeWorship the LordToday is a short one. we are talking about how to worship the lord and why you should do it.
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2022-07-1901 minGod is AwesomeLet God helptoday we are talking about how God can help in many different ways and that he can help in a situations
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2022-07-1701 minGod is AwesomeGrowing strongIn today's episode i am telling you about how you can grow strong and take God's power and strength
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2022-07-1601 minGod is AwesomeA change of directiontoday I am talking about habits and how you should turn to God.
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2022-07-1601 minGod is AwesomeAnxietyToday we are talking about what to do with your anxiety rage stress and fear
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2022-07-1401 minGod is AwesomeGiving to other’sThis is about giving your holiness and spiritualness to other and telling them about God
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2022-07-1301 minGod is AwesomeThe gift of serviceToday i am talking about making a way to connect with god more and making a outlet
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2022-07-1201 minDelgado PodcastExploring the Epistle to the Philippians w/ Dr. Jeannine BrownDr. Jeannine Brown talks with us about writing her latest commentary on the "Epistle to the Philippians." Dr. Brown has taught at Bethel Seminary for over 20 years. She teaches in the areas of New Testament, Greek, hermeneutics, and integration. YouTube link:
https://youtu.be/shbZ4yFdppU
2022-07-0545 minDelgado PodcastCreation Rediscovered: Finding New Meaning in an Ancient Story w/ Dr. Jeffery M. LeonardIn this week’s podcast, we learn from Dr. Jeffery M. Leonard about his book “Creation Rediscovered: Finding New Meaning in an Ancient Story,” which was written to help Christians understand the creation stories in our Hebrew Bible, while also appreciating what science tells us about our world. His book is available at Hendrickson Publishers:
https://www.hendricksonrose.com/p/creation-rediscovered/9781683072348
Jeffery M. Leonard is Associate Professor of Religion at Samford University in Birmingham, AL, where he specializes in Hebrew, Hebrew Bible, and the ancient Near East. He received his MDiv from Alliance Theological Seminary in Nyack...
2022-06-2851 minDelgado PodcastDisability Justice, Church Accessibility & Our Disabled God - Dr. Amy KennyMuch of the church has forgotten that we worship a disabled God whose wounds survived resurrection, says Amy Kenny. It is time for the church to start treating disabled people as full members of the body of Christ who have much more to offer than a miraculous cure narrative and to learn from their embodied experiences.
In this interview, Dr. Amy Kenny discusses her research and new book "My Body is Not a Prayer Request: Disability Justice in the Church," published by Brazos Press & Baker Publishing:
http://bakerpublishinggroup.com/books/my-body-is-not-a-prayer-request/409340
Amy Kenny (PhD...
2022-06-2146 minDelgado PodcastExploring Early Christian Narratives of Heaven & Hell w/ Dr. Bart EhrmanWe're grateful to learn from Dr. Bart Ehrman about his helpful new book entitled "Journeys to Heaven and Hell: Tours of the Afterlife in the Early Christian Tradition," which is published by Yale University Press. It’s a fascinating look into the ancient literature that describes descents into hell and ascents into heaven.
In this episdoe, Dr. Ehrman discusses:
Guided tours of heaven and hell in the ancient world
How to read ancient literature (and understand context)
What Jesus meant when discussing Gehenna (Hell)
Ancient Hebrew ideas about death and annihilation
Early Christian thinking on Jesus and...
2022-05-1442 minDelgado PodcastExploring Gender & Islam: A Muslim Transgender Journey w/ Leyla JagiellaIn this episode, we're honored to learn from Leyla Jagiella about her transgender journey as a Muslim woman – and finding belonging among the third-gender communities in South East Asia.
It’s the topic of her brave and insightful new book entitled “Among the Eunuchs: A Muslim Transgender Journey” which helps us understand some of the unique struggles faced by Muslim transgender woman – but also how she found affirmation and support in Islam. You can get her new book here:
https://www.hurstpublishers.com/book/among-the-eunuchs/
Leyla Jagiella is a cultural anthropologist and scholar of religion...
2022-04-1843 minDelgado PodcastWays to Help Transgender Teens Explore Their Gender & Faith - Andrew Triska, MSW & LCSWMany parents struggle to understand ways to support their their transgender teenager, especially if they think that it's just a phase of gender exploration, or a mild form of gender dysphoria that will eventually resolve.
A parent may further struggle on how to care for their trans youth if they belong to a non-affirming religious community, which may exclude their teen from participating in spiritual ceremonies (e.g. communion, confirmation, mitzvahs) and gender-based ministries. Sadly, some of these religious communities may further harm trans youth with transphobic teachings and political agendas aimed to hurt the LGBT community.
2022-03-2752 minDelgado PodcastLoving Scripture, Theology & Our LGBTQ Community - Bridget Eileen RiveraIn this conversation, we’re honored to learn from Bridget Eileen Rivera about her journey growing up in a Reformed Baptist church, coming out, and ways the church can better love and care for LGBTQ+ Christians.
This is the topic of her latest book entitled: “Heavy Burdens: Seven Ways LGBTQ. Christians Experience Harm in the Church,” where she addresses the pain, trauma and discrimination that many LGBTQ people have experienced in churches, and steps that all of us need to take to create safe and inclusive spiritual homes.
Bridget Eileen Rivera is a sociologist completing her Ph...
2022-01-3045 minDelgado PodcastEarly Christian History: Councils & Creeds Shaping Christian Thought - Dr. Jennifer Woodruff TaitToday, we're honored to learn from Dr. Jennifer Wodruff Tait about her book "Christian History: In Seven Sentences," which is published by InterVarsity Press.
In this conversation, Dr. Tait shares insights on some of the key historic moments and creeds that shaped Christian thinking. She also talks about some of the key points that led to the spread of Christianity in different parts of the world.
Dr. Jennifer Woodruff Tait (PhD, Duke University) serves as a priest in the Episcopal church and is the managing editor of Christian History magazine. Her book “Christian History: In Se...
2021-11-1955 minDelgado PodcastStudying the Old Testament & Dealing with Difficult Scriptures - Dr. John GoldingayIn today’s episode, Dr. John Goldingay shares his approach to studying the Old Testament -- and ways he prepares to write Biblical commentaries.
He encourages us to study our Bible with both an analytical and spiritual mind – and to come to the Bible humbly with our questions. He also shares tremendous wisdom on how to deal with passages in the Old Testament that perhaps don’t make sense to us, and how to better explore and question those difficult texts. He shares his insights on the Book of Joshua and ways to understand the battle of Jerich...
2021-11-1328 min
Delgado PodcastCreation Stories: How Ancient Cultures Explained Humanity's Origin Story - Dr. Anthony AveniToday, we’re honored to learn from Dr. Anthony Aveni about the development of creation myths – and how various cultures around the world have attempted to explain our origins.
He also talks about his awesome new book entitled: Creation Stories: Landscapes and the Human Imagination” which is published by Yale University Press.
In this episode, Dr. Aveni shares ways ancient cultures used natural landscapes in myth formation – and how natural surroundings and animal life impacted origin stories. He shares how creation stories evolved over time in different regions and ways to see truth in myths. He also...
2021-06-2138 min
Delgado PodcastRediscovering Jonah: Academic & Theological Approaches to Understanding the Defiant Prophet - Dr. Amy EricksonIn this season, we’ve been looking at the way our cultural viewpoints, church traditions, and personal experiences impact our view of the Bible.
Today, we’re honored to learn from Dr. Amy Erickson about her insightful and detailed commentary on the book of Jonah. -- and ways to better appreciate this story through academic and various theological lenses.
In today’s podcast, Dr. Amy Erickson talks about Christian and Jewish understandings of Jonah, why Jonah has been viewed as both the villain in the story and a type of Christ, she discusses why Jonah has a...
2021-06-121h 01
Delgado PodcastAncient Hebrew Literature & Judean Conceptions of God – Dr. Dalit Rom-ShiloniAre you curious about the development of ancient Hebrew literature and how some of these texts became sacred? And are you curious about how ancient Judeans thought about their God?
In this podcast, we learn from Dr. Dalit Rom-Shiloni about ancient Judean literature and how some of these texts became sacred. She discusses ancient scribal traditions, polytheism and monotheism in ancient Israelite communities, ways the Judean God compared to other ancient near east gods, how Isrealites used anthropomorphic langague to describe God, and why God was portrayed as warrior and enemy.
She also discusses ways...
2021-05-301h 07
Delgado PodcastPursuing Reconciliation on Social Media & Handling Online Conflict in Redemptive Ways – Dr. Douglas S. BurschDr. Douglas S. Bursch discusses the different ways that social media impacts us, how we should respond to criticism and trolling behaviors, ways to develop more empathy for those who disagree with us, why it’s important to think about our motivations when posting content on social media, ways to create more loving and helpful content, and why need to be aware of the echo chambers that we might be drawn to.
Douglas S. Bursch is co-pastor of Evergreen Foursquare Church in Auburn, Washington. He serves on the US Doctrine Committee, International Doctrine Committee, and Education Commission of...
2021-05-2353 min
Delgado PodcastAutism, Disability & The Church: A Vision for Diversity & Inclusion - Dr. Lamar HardwickWhat can we do to make our churches more inclusive for our disabled and neurodiverse communities?
In this podcast, we learn from Dr. Lamar Hardwick about what it feels like to grow up with undiagnosed autism and what led him to pursue autism testing in his mid-thirties. He talks about what it meant to receive the autism diagnosis and ways he processed the information.
He also discusses the autism grief cycle, how to love and care for people with autism, and how to combat the stigma of autism at church.
Dr. Hardwick also...
2021-05-1657 min
Delgado PodcastReading Our Bible Through the Lens of Trauma & Emotional Healing - Dr. Thema Bryant-DavisHow we understand our Bible can depend on our cultural viewpoints, church traditions, theological background, and personal experiences.
And our view of Scripture can also be largely shaped by any sort of trauma we've experienced (and this includes trauma inflicted on us by our spiritual leaders and/or churches).
In today's podcast, we're honored to learn from Dr. Thema Bryant-Davis about how trauma impacts us, ways to overcome the silent stigma of mental health at church, ways to see gender oppression in our denominations, how to better read and understand traumatic stories in Bible (especially...
2021-05-0956 min
Delgado PodcastA Christian Case for Reparations & Dismantling White Supremacy - Duke L. Kwon & Dr. Gregory ThompsonPastors Duke L. Kwon and Dr. Gregory Thompson build a historical and theological case for reparations -- and address the various thefts of white supremacy that continue to hurt our Black communities in their latest book: Reparations: A Christian Call for Repentance and Repair.
In this podcast episode, Duke L. Kwon and Dr. Gregory Thompson talk about why they need to write a theological case for reparations, why it's important to support and love hurting communities, reasons why Christians debate the reparations issue, ways church leaders and pastors can properly address systemic sins at church, ways to...
2021-05-0253 min
Delgado PodcastHow to Study (And Understand) Our Catholic Epistles - Dr. Darian R. LockettDr. Darian R. Lockett talks with us about his new book entitled: "Letters for the Church: Reading James, 1-2 Peter, 1-3 John, and Jude As Canon," published by InterVarsity Press:
https://www.ivpress.com/letters-for-the-church
In Letters for the Church, Dr. Lockett reveals how the Catholic Epistles provide a unique window into early Christian theology and practice. Based on evidence from the early church, he contends that the seven letters of James, 1–2 Peter, 1–3 John, and Jude were accepted into the canon as a collection and should be read together. Dr. Lockett introduces the context and content of t...
2021-04-2545 min
Delgado PodcastOn Writing, Coming Out & Finding Belonging - Dr. Gregory ColesIn this episode, we learn from Dr. Gregory Coles about his love of literature, reciting Hamlet when he was eight years old, pursuing a PhD in English Literature, how he came out to his loved ones and church, why he wrote "Single, Gay, Christian," how he's dealt with criticism from Christians about his sexual identity, how he's processed pain and grief, and what led him to write his latest book: "No Longer Strangers: Finding Belonging in a World of Alienation," published by InterVarsity Press.
Gregory Coles (PhD, Penn State University) is an author, playwright, speaker and songwriter...
2021-04-1753 min
The Metaphysical Mentor ShowEP#22 Emotion Code: Energy Psychology. Releasing the trauma with Nelson DelgadoUnderstanding the emotion code what it is and how it can help you on your path. Join me and Nelson Delgado as we discuss how to release the the trauma and integrate into wholeness.
Nelson Delgado An adverse childhood experiencer, who overcame depression with the help of various methods of healing. A devout student and teacher of integrating physical and metaphysical approaches to health and wellbeing. Found his niche in Trauma release therapy using the Emotion Code and Body Code system of healing. While also integrating the Human Design System as a tool for realignment and empowerment. Servi...
2021-04-1651 min
Delgado PodcastAncient African Christianity, The Black Church & Dismantling White Supremacy - Dr. Vince BantuWe have the honor to learn from Dr. Vince Bantu about ancient African theology and the beautiful Christian tradition that emerged in Africa -- and how Christianity and spiritual traditions from this region reveals how Christianity is not a product of the Western world.
He also discusses the need for ethnic representation in our churches, the sins and destructive impact of systemic racism and white supremacy in our church history, ways for us to better support our Black and Brown church communities during times of tragedy and trauma, and the powerful faith and example that our Black...
2021-04-111h 00
Global Luxury Real Estate Mastermind PodcastRodolfo Delgado, "Reach Out Shamelessly" CEO of Replay Listings talks about his impressive start on real estate and his app on Global Luxury Real Estate Mastermind with Michael Valdes Podcast #166Rodolfo Delgado, "Reach Out Shamelessly" CEO of Replay Listings talks about his impressive start on real estate and his app on Global Luxury Real Estate Mastermind with Michael Valdes Podcast #166
Rodolfo Delgado, CEO of Replay Listings is an impressive young entrepreneur. He brought his interest in architecture, brokerage and technology to create a tool that gives a consumer a true video indicator of what a rental property really looks like. This individual and his company have an incredibly bright future.
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Rodolfo Delgado is a tech pioneer. He created the fir...
2021-04-0634 min
Delgado PodcastPrayers During Dark Nights: Prayer Practices When Feeling Faithless – Tish Harrison WarrenEPISODE 26: Reverend Tish Harrison Warren talks with us about ways to build a prayer practice, how to pray when feeling faithless or angry at God, and why it’s beneficial to pray liturgical prayers and psalms, as well as a discussion of the Anglican compline prayer (and how it can shape our prayer life).
Tish Harrison Warren is the author of the new book entitled “Prayer in the Night: For Those Who Work or Watch or Weep” — and she addresses ways to pray when we’re grieving, lamenting or angry at God.
Learn more about her new bo...
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Delgado PodcastWhen God Seems Absent: Divine Absence in Esther & Song of Songs - Dr. Chloe T. SunDr. Chloe T. Sun discusses the theology of divine absence — and how this theology is portrayed in the biblical canon. She shares ways theologians and academics approach divine absence in the books of Esther and The Song of Songs. She also shares advice for anyone who is studying the Bible and how to personally deal with God’s absence in our lives.
In her latest book, "Conspicuous in His Absence: Studies in the Song of Songs and Esther," Dr. Sun addresses three main questions: What is the nature of God as revealed in texts that don’t use hi...
2021-03-1254 min
Delgado PodcastGod's Heart for Immigrants & Refugees: A Biblical Ethic of Kinship - Dr. Mark & Dr. Luke GlanvilleDr. Mark R. Glanville and Dr. Luke Glanville talk with us about their new book "Refuge Reimagined: Biblical Kinship in Global Politics."
They discuss Biblical passages dealing with marginalized and displaced people and God's command to extend kinship, compassion and love to hurting communities
They also address arguments from those who want closed borders and stricter immigration policies due to ways immigrations might impact on economics, national security and culture. You can learn more about their awesome new book here:
https://www.ivpress.com/refuge-reimagined
You can also catch the video from...
2021-03-0553 min
Delgado PodcastGenerational Views of Spirituality, Parenting Gen Z & Raising Anti-Racist Kids - Dr. James ChoungRev. Dr. James Choung talks about his academic research on generational views of spirituality and the key gateway questions asked by each generation. He talks about how these key spiritual questions dealing with what’s real, true, and beautiful are important for all of us to know how to answer. He discusses the impact of COVID-19 and increased visibility of hate and racism and how it is impacting our children. He provides parenting advice for those raising Generation Z. He also discusses ways to talk with our Asian and Asian American children about racism and discrimination. You can catch th...
2021-02-2430 min
Delgado PodcastOn Faith, Fatherhood & Spiritual Awareness - Dr. James ChoungRev. Dr. James Choung talks with us about teaching and creating spiritual spaces during COVID-19, why he has a growth-mindset and seeks out mentorship on a regular basis, ways he cultivates self-awareness, how he determined his calling to pursue work in Christian ministry, how his father impacted his spirituality and modeled ways to be a great dad and husband.
You can learn more about him and watch the video of our conversation here:
http://www.mikedelgado.org/podcast/james-choung/
Rev. Dr. James Choung serves as Vice President of Strategy & Innovation — overseeing evangelism, discipleship, multiethnic in...
2021-02-2035 min
Delgado PodcastAsian American Identity, Theology & Racial Justice - Dr. Russell JeungThis season, we've been looking at the ways our theology and personal faith can evolve -- and how oppression, disability, trauma and racism can shift the way we understand God, our scriptures and ourselves.
Today, we’re going to be focused specifically on addressing the marginalization of our Asian American communities -- and how living in a liminal space (sometimes not accepted as fully American or fully Asian) has shaped Asian American theology -- and helped us to better understand our God who dwells in liminal spaces, too.
In this conversation, Dr. Russell Jeung talks wi...
2021-02-0845 min
Delgado PodcastFinding God in Our Pain & Weakness: Reconciling Body & Spirit - Liuan HuskaIt's an honor to listen to Liuan Huska share her journey of managing pain, chronic illness and finding wholeness, which is the subject of her latest book "Hurting Yet Whole: Reconciling Body & Spirit In Chronic Pain & Illness" from InterVarsity Press.
Liuan Huska went through years of chronic pain and wondered why God seemed absent and questioned some of the common assumptions about healing. What do we do when our bodies don't work the way they should? How do we find faith amid the pain? Can we still be whole when our bodies suffer? How does our understanding...
2021-01-3054 min
Delgado PodcastThe Life, Theology & Faith of J.I. Packer - Dr. Alister E. McGrathDr. Alister E. McGrath discusses why he decided to write a biography on Packer's life and faith. He discusses Packer's thoughtful decision to teach at Regent College, why his book "Knowing God" became a bestseller, why Packer loved reading the Puritan writers, his thoughts on theistic evolution, why he didn't like the term "inerrancy" to describe the trustworthiness of the Bible, why he signed the evangelical and catholics together document, his views on aging, going blind and finding hope in God.
Alister McGrath (DPhil, DD, Oxford University) is the Andreas Idreos Professor of Science and Religion at...
2021-01-2348 min
Delgado PodcastSocial Justice, Latinx Theology & The Brown Church - Dr. Robert Chao RomeroDr. Robert Chao Romero talks with us about the role that the Latina/o church has played to fight oppression throughout history. He discusses why a percentage Hispanic voters supported Trump, despite his policies and ideas that have been used to hurt Brown communities.
He addresses the history of racism and colonialism in Latin America and tells the story of Antonio de Montesinos, a Dominican Friar who preached sermons to denounce colonists who were enslaving and abusing indigenous people in the Caribbean back in 1511. He talks about the role of faith in the life of Cesar Chavez...
2021-01-1653 min
Delgado PodcastMeditating on the Gospels: Lyrical Reflections on the Life of Jesus – Michael CardMichael Card talks with us about simmering on scripture and ways to thoughtfully analyze and understand the gospel accounts of Mathew, Mark, Luke and John. He talks about why he has been focused on studying the gospels and how he has used music and his theological writings to connect others to the life of Jesus. He also shares how the parables and gospel accounts encourage us to use our imaginations to connect our hearts and minds to scripture -- and he provides actionable advice on how we can become better students of the Bible.
2021-01-1148 minDelgado PodcastArt and Faith: A Theology of Making - Makoto FujimuraWe're honored to learn from Makoto Fujimura about his book "Art and Faith: A Theology of Making," published by Yale University Press.
Art and Faith is a theological and poetic book that explores the ways art and spirituality interplay -- and how spirituality impacts our art (and how art can impact our spirituality).
Fujimura reveals how creative acts -- and making art can help us understand more about God's work in our lives and how our own creativity can mirror divine creative acts.
Makoto Fujimura is the founder of the International Arts Movement...
2020-12-1643 minDelgado PodcastAfrican American Readings of Paul: Reception, Resistance & Transformation - Dr. Lisa M. BowensToday, we’re honored to learn from Dr. Lisa M. Bowens about her new book entitled "African American Readings of Paul: Reception, Resistance & Transformation” which provide a historical, theological and biblical analysis of interpretations of Paul by African Americans from the early 1700s to the mid-twentieth century -- and deals with the passages from Paul directing slaves to obey their masters.
Tragically, these passages from Paul were used by Christian pastors and churches to endorse slavery and oppress our Black communities in early America.
Dr. Lisa M. Bowens is associate professor of New Testament at Prin...
2020-11-2454 minDelgado PodcastA Biblical & Systematic Theology for Women’s Ordination – Dr. William WittWe’re honored to learn from Dr. William Witt about his book “Icons of Christ: A Biblical and Systematic Theology for Women’s Ordination” from Baylor Press where he provides an analysis of the various arguments used by Protestants and Catholics against woman’s ordination as well as the biblical and theological cases for women’s ordination to the offices of both word and sacrament.
In this podcast, Dr. Witt discusses how those on both sides of the debate embrace new theological positions in response to cultural changes and outlines positive ecumenical arguments for the ordination of women and th...
2020-11-1757 minDelgado PodcastImportance of Early Church Writings for Biblical Interpretation - Dr. Matthew J. ThomasIn this episode, we continue our conversation with Dr. Matthew J. Thomas about his new book "Paul's 'Works of the Law' in the Perspective of Second Century Reception" published by IVP Academic Press.
Dr. Thomas talks with us about why early church writings (especially texts written in the second century) provide us keys to earliest understandings of the Bible. He discusses writings by Irrenaeus, the Epistle to Diognetus, Justin Martyr's First Apology and Dialogue with Trypho. He also shares how early church writings can help Christians gain insight into their foundational theological identity. The episode ends with...
2020-11-1234 minDelgado PodcastBeyond Old & New Perspectives On Paul - Dr. Matthew J. Thomas at Dominican School of Philosophy and TheologyWe're grateful for the opportunity to learn from Dr. Matthew J. Thomas about his new book "Paul's 'Works of the Law' in the Perspective of Second Century Reception" published by IVP Academic Press.
In this episode, Dr. Thomas talks with us about writing his latest book, which digs into what the early church understood by Paul when he referred to works of the law. He also shares his spiritual journey into faith, his academic studies on scripture and the early church, ways that theologians have divided over this pivotal issue of justification by faith vs. faithfulness, how...
2020-11-0945 minDelgado PodcastDangerous Religious Ideas in Judaism, Christianity & Islam - Rabbi Rachel S. MikvaRabbi Rachel S. Mikva talks with us about her new book "Dangerous Religious Ideas: The Deep Roots of Self-Critical Faith in Judaism, Christianity and Islam." She also shares ways for us to cultivate empathy for each other's religious traditions, the challenges of sola scriptura (and self-directed Bible study), the role of doubt in our faith journeys, what the commandment about "eye for an eye" really means, and ways texts of terror have been use to oppress (or even justify violence) toward women and our LGBTQ+ communities.
Rachel S. Mikva serves as the Rabbi Herman E. Schaalman Chair...
2020-11-0347 minDelgado PodcastJewish & Christian Views on Monotheism, Original Sin & Use of the TorahWe're honored to learn from Dr. Amy-Jill Levine and Dr. Marc Zvi Brettler in this week's podcast about their latest book "The Bible With and Without Jesus: How Jews and Christians Read the Same Stories Differently."
In this episode, Dr. Amy-Jill Levine and Dr. Marc Brettler discuss Jewish and Christian perspectives on the doctrine of original sin, how we pick and choose what Biblical laws to follow, and examples of monotheism and polytheism in the Hebrew Bible and New Testament.
2020-10-2930 minDelgado PodcastHow Jews & Christians Read the Same Stories DifferentlyWe're honored to learn from Dr. Amy-Jill Levine and Dr. Marc Zvi Brettler in this week's podcast about their latest book "The Bible With and Without Jesus: How Jews and Christians Read the Same Stories Differently."
Dr. Amy-Jill Levine and Dr. Marc Brettler talk with us about the importance of empathy and growing in awareness for the different biases and filters we all use when reading the Bible (even when we try to be objective). They also share with us about the importance of learning how different religious traditions interpret their Bibles -- and why we all...
2020-10-2733 minDelgado PodcastSpiritual Direction, Dealing with Dark Nights & Psalm Reading - N.T. WrightWe continue our conversation with N.T. Wright about his book "Broken Signposts." This episode is focused on understanding the benefits of working with a spiritual director -- and ways they can assist us in understanding how God may be working in our lives. Spiritual directors can track your spiritual seasons and assist during dark nights of the soul and periods when you are feeling broken or distraught. Dr. Wright also shares why daily Psalm reading is a helpful practice to see the spiritual highs and lows that are part of the Christian life.
2020-10-2225 minDelgado PodcastSelf-Knowledge, Gnosticism & Broken Spirituality - N.T. WrightIn this episode, N.T. Wright discusses his motivations for writing his new book "Broken Signposts: How Christianity Makes Sense of the World" and shares insights into ways spirituality has become fractured in society, along with a rise in gnosticism and narcissism. He also discusses ways to practice healthy forms of spirituality -- and the importance of regular prayer. At the end of the episode, Wright provides insights into ways to understand our Bible and the need for prayer and guidance from the Holy Spirit. Video available here: http://www.mikedelgado.org/podcast/nt-wright/
2020-10-2031 minDelgado PodcastReading the Bible Critically & Devotionally (Part 2) w/ Dr.. Walter MoberlyWe're continuing our conversation with Dr. Walter Moberly about ways to read the Bible critically and devotionally. Dr. Moberly is an Old Testament theologian and professor of theology and Biblical interpretation at Durham University. He’s also the author of the brand new book called “The God of the Old Testament: Encountering the Divine in Christian Scripture.”
In this episode, Dr. Moberly talks with us about the importance of grief and laments in the Old Testament -- and how these passages can speak to us during our own grieving processes. He also shares why Scripture reading should be an...
2020-10-1433 minDelgado PodcastReading the Old Testament Critically & Devotionally - Dr. Walter Moberly (Part 1)We're honored to learn from Dr. Walter Moberly about ways to understand the Old Testament -- and to learn about his latest book: The God of the Old Testament: Encountering the Divine in Christian Scripture, wherein he writes about eight key Old Testament passages that give us insights into the nature of God in Christian Scriptures.
In this episode, we chat with Dr. Moberly about his spiritual journey -- and what led him from studying the classics and ancient languages to pursue Biblical studies and ordination in the Church of England. He also talks with us about...
2020-10-0835 minDelgado PodcastNew Perspectives on the Letter to Galatians - Dr. Jeremy Wade Barrier (Part 2)This is part two of our discussion with Dr. Jeremy Wade Barrier about his twelve-year journey researching ancient manuscripts and writing his latest book “Witch Hunt in Galatia,” a book providing a new perspective on ways to understand Paul’s letter to the Galatians.
Dr. Jeremy Wade Barrier is the Assistant Professor of Biblical Literature at Heritage Christian University and also did postdoctoral work as a Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellow under Tobias Nicklas at the Universitat Regensburg, Germany. His last book "The Acts of Paul and Thecla: A Critical Introduction and Commentary" was written in 2009. He earned...
2020-10-0231 minDelgado PodcastNew Perspectives on Paul & Letter to Galatians - Dr. Jeremy Wade Barrier (Part 1)A discussion with Dr. Jeremy Wade Barrier about his twelve-year journey researching ancient manuscripts and writing his latest book “Witch Hunt in Galatia,” a book providing a new perspective on ways to understand Paul’s letter to the Galatians.
Dr. Barrier also challenges us to read the Bible with a critical eye -- and to question those passages that trouble us. He also shares reasons why some Christians are resistant to new scholarship on Scripture -- and why it’s important to consider the latest research to get a better understanding into the culture and meaning behind Biblical...
2020-09-2736 minDelgado PodcastDr. John Barton: History of the Bible (Part 2)This is part two of our conversation with Dr. John Barton about his latest book "A History of the Bible: The Story of the World's Most Influential Book."
In "A History of the Bible," John Barton argues that the Bible is not a prescription to a complete, fixed religious system, but rather a product of a long and intriguing process, which has inspired Judaism and Christianity, but still does not describe the whole of either religion.
Barton shows how the Bible is indeed an important source of religious insight for Jews and Christians alike, yet...
2020-09-2036 minDelgado PodcastDr. John Barton: History of the Bible (Part 1)In this episode, we chat with Dr. John Barton about his latest book "A History of the Bible: The Story of the World's Most Influential Book."
In "A History of the Bible," John Barton argues that the Bible is not a prescription to a complete, fixed religious system, but rather a product of a long and intriguing process, which has inspired Judaism and Christianity, but still does not describe the whole of either religion.
Barton shows how the Bible is indeed an important source of religious insight for Jews and Christians alike, yet argues that...
2020-09-1431 min
A.G. Geiger Presents, Tales from the LA Art Underworld#23 Phil America UpdateSocial Practice Artist Phil America explains his world view and why we should care. With an edited commentary from Delgado. A full, unedited interview can be heard in episode 13.
2019-07-1711 min
The Hotwash with CJMWA RADIO: Special Guest DANIEL MAYS and Missing Michael DelgadoCHANGE OF GUEST LINE UP TONIGHT, due to emergency situation.
DANIEL MAYS will join us from THE NEXT MISSION
DANIEL MAYS background . Mays I am a medically discharged E4 former MP who has done one tour in 2010 to Iraq with the 1-1 BSTB.
THE NEXT MISSION: VET SUPPORT AND RECONNECT
The Next Mission's goal is to provide veterans a place to connect with veterans in your local area and socialize freely with members around the nation without the worry of all the drama from other groups. We try to provide support to those when they need it most and when the...
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