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Sips and SneaksValentine's, Short Kings, and Big BubblesThe fellas are back in the booth for a special edition of Sips and Sneaks as they are doing things a little different. There’s no sip of the episode, but not to worry, they’ve got everyone covered on ways to spend Valentine's Day with the right sip in hand. The two are looking back on prior sips from this year with 3 different Sip Reviews. Plus, some honorable mention sips that will be perfect for the weekend. From there, SJ is sharing a classic sneaker that is dropping next week in 4 color ways. They break it down, with the...
2026-02-1337 min
The Fourth Way(402)S15E25 Jesus Loves Canaanites: Interview w/Randal RauserI had the privilege of interviewing Randal Rauser on his book, "Jesus Loves Canaanites." 00:00 - My introduction06:15 - Randal Rauser's introduction12:20 - Epistemology and intuition18:45 - Selective invocation of intuition 26:15 - Is the inerrantist position subjective?34:00 - Historical confidence in the text39:15 - Reframing "errors"49:20 - Obscuring atrocities54:45 - Real world ramifications51:15 - Association with genocide adherents?A huge thanks to Seth White for the awesome music!Thanks to Palmtoptiger17 for the beautiful logo: https://www.instagram.com/palmtoptiger17/Facebook Page...
2025-11-031h 07
In the Foreground: Conversations on Art & WritingFashion and the Construction of RaceIn the second episode of this miniseries, Portrait of a Young Woman, Erica Moiah James discusses the importance of fashion in understanding this portrait and the life of this woman. She speaks with historian of fashion, Amelia F. Rauser, Charles A. Dana Professor of Art history at Franklin and Marshall College, whose book The Age of Undress: Art, Fashion, and the Classical Ideal in the 1790s was critical for Erica’s research. As Amelia has importantly argued in her text, the “objection of the enslaved Black body and the plantation culture and inhabited, stalked neoclassical dress...
2025-09-3028 min
Thoughts From A LawnmowerBecoming Transcendent (Er, Sort Of)
Greetings, my friends! This is a VERY SPECIAL episode of TFALM, as I get to converse with my special guests, Roxx Recording Artists, TRANSCENDENT! This is a 2 hour conversation extravaganza! We dive into the origins of the band, what their music is like, and we talk at length about their new album, "Awaken." I had a LOT of fun chatting with these down-to-earth musicians. I am sure you will enjoy their musical insights, as we discuss their philosophies on music, their influences, and their individual spiritual journeys. A deep dive that I am sure all of you will find...
2024-09-242h 01
ATC Podcast LV - Shoot Your ShotBoys are back- Shoot Your Shot Podcast Ep.15Napoleon Aniciete, Alex Aniciete, and Val Rauser are back together talking about the impact Adam Hall will have on Utah Valleys wrestling program, flag football parent drama, fighting, cutting weight, Mugsybulljunk promoting wrestling, celebrating our college signees at the gym, and meeting and working with UFC fighters.
2024-06-1050 minATC Podcast LV - Shoot Your ShotGrandma giving us chocolate milk Episode 22 Brothers Napoleon Aniciete and Alex Aniciete. Their best friend Val Rauser. Episode 2 you will start to learn more about the boys background and telling family stories.
2024-06-1051 minThoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 46 Politics, Policy, and Policing with Jim Rauser
Welcome back to TFALM! This episode is Part 1 of 2 Part conversation with my brother Jim, about a local article by a City Councilman (Politician) with regard to amending certain police procedures for political optics rather than actual public safety. Drawing upon Jim's personal Law Enforcement experience, we discuss the implications of bad political policy on local police.
2024-04-061h 31
The Faith Today PodcastInside investigations into spiritual abuse - Ep 224We've heard about third party investigators into church, seminary or ministry organization abuse scandals, and now we get to hear directly from two investigators about what happens during an investigation, how they carry out their work, and why they feel called to do it.
Bob Stenhouse is CEO of Veritas Solutions who brings years of policing experience to his role leading Veritas, which conducts approximately 200 workplace and human rights investigations each year. They also train companies on how to prevent abuse and respond well when it does occur.
Randal Rauser is Director of Faith Based Organization Investigations with Veritas, and...
2024-03-0438 min
The Faith Today PodcastInside investigations into spiritual abuse - Ep 224We've heard about third party investigators into church, seminary or ministry organization abuse scandals, and now we get to hear directly from two investigators about what happens during an investigation, how they carry out their work, and why they feel called to do it. Bob Stenhouse is CEO of Veritas Solutions who brings years of policing experience to his role leading Veritas, which conducts approximately 200 workplace and human rights investigations each year. They also train companies on how to prevent abuse and respond well when it does occur. Randal Rauser is Director of Faith Based Organization Investigations with Veritas, and...
2024-03-0438 minThoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 45 Relaunch Episode
Welcome to the Relaunch of my TFALM Podcast! In this episode, I am changing up some of my format; I celebrate the birthday of the Maestro, Edward Van Halen; and I read an article about a great injustice perpetrated by out own American government in the form of sentencing some peaceful Pro-Life protestors.
2024-02-0134 min
Sacred TensionSatanism and Christianity: How Wide the Divide? | Randal RauserIn this episode of Sacred Tension, I have a second conversation with the progressive Christian apologist Randal Rauser. This discussion originally appeared on Randal Rauser's YouTube channel, and I suggest that you all subscribe.In this episode, Randal asks me questions about Satanism, including why I am drawn to the literary Satan as the ultimate outsider instead of Jesus, and why I am drawn to Satanism instead of humanism. We also discuss the Seven Tenets of The Satanic Temple, and we explore agreements and potential disagreements.Please offer your feedback on this conversation...
2023-09-0541 min
Sacred TensionPluralism and Archaic Superstition | Randal Rauser and John MoreheadIn this episode of Sacred Tension, I have a conversation with Christian apologist Randal Rauser moderated by John Morehead of Multifaith Matters. Randal and I discuss The Satanic Temple’s Unveiling Day and its use of the phrase “archaic superstition.” We also discuss pluralism, why I stopped believing the core claims of Christianity, what counts as “superstition," and much more.Randal Rauser is a progressive Christian, theologian, apologist, and author of many books. Learn more about him here. John Morehead is an evangelical Christian and director of Multifaith Matters. He is committed to religious pluralism and cult...
2023-08-211h 18
Doubts Aloud PodcastEpisode 64 - Josh Parikh - A Crisis in Christian Apologetics? Part 1Show NotesJosh Parikh is an old friend of ours having contributed to our Discussion Groups over many years as a Christian Apologist who has always thought deeply about the issues and maintained intellectual integrity. He has been on a journey, especially having engaged with Biblical scholarship. This has overlapped with his time at Oxford University and continued since graduating. Like many, he has remained a Christian and has moved in a ‘progressive’ direction. Josh recently gave a talk “A Tumultuous Period in Apologetics?” to the “Unbelievable Christian and Skeptic Discussion Group” in London, and we were eager to have him sha...
2023-05-071h 22
Modern-Day DebateDEBATE Matt Dillahunty Vs Dr Randal Rauser | Secular Humanism vs Christianity, Which Is Better?DEBATECON 3.1 is on Saturday, April 22nd in Fort Worth, TX! -Put as little as $1 into the crowdfund to watch the full conference LIVE via live-stream here: https://igg.me/at/DEBATECON31*If you're already a Patreon supporter or channel member, thank you and you've already got access to the whole conference online without putting into the crowdfund! Thank you for your support!*******OR get your in-person tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/5yup47nbWelcome to Modern-Day Debate. Our vision is to provide a neutral debate platform so everyone...
2023-04-031h 23
Still Unbelievable!Episode 90 - Justin BrierleyIn this episode we chat with Justin Brierley, host of the very popular Premier Unbelievable? podcast.
We'd really enjoyed this chat with Justin, but we didn't get to cover many of the questions that we gathered, so we will ask and try to have him back again.
We cover a little bit of his show and we also talk about arguments for Christianity and why people leave Christianity.
Listen to (or watch) Matthew's appearance on Unbelievable?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=foThkxnpHFY
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2023-03-101h 24Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 44 - Discussing Cussing - Potty Mouthed Christians Featuring Jim BishopHappy New Year and welcome to the first podcast episode of the year! In today's episode, my good friend Jim Bishop joins me in a discussion about Christians who cuss. Before anyone gets all uptight, this is merely an analysis of the subject, not a blanket condemnation. Jim and I look at what the Bible has to say about it, if it says anything at all.
2023-01-291h 33
Concierge Minister PodcastS3 Ep 5 Conversations With My Inner AtheistS3 Ep 5 Conversations With My Inner Atheist
It is normal to doubt what you have learned about the Bible. Most people feel guilty for even having those ideas that make them wonder about the biblical narrative. In this episode, Kumar discusses some problematic issues related to religion, theology, ethics, and the will of God. Dr. Randal Rauser is an associate professor of historical theology at Taylor Seminary in Edmonton, Alberta.
2022-12-2439 min
Things You Don't Hear in ChurchPost-Covid Youth Groups with Dustin Rauser #138Dustin Rauser is a youth pastor and TikToker from California. He joins us today to talk about reaching Gen Z with the gospel and how the pandemic changed so much in the church, specifically youth groups.
Gen Z is a generation that craves true intimacy and community. God is ready to meet them in powerful ways and we believe he will. We as the older generation need to know this as it is our responsibility as older brothers and sisters in Christ to show them godliness through our lives. They are young, passionate, and ready for God t...
2022-10-2646 min
Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 43 - Christian Nationalism Part 2 - with Guest Patrick RidenourIn this Episode, I continue my discussion about the mis-applied title of "Christian Nationalism" in a conversation with my dear friend Patrick Ridenour. Of particular focus is the comments made by Republican Representative Adam Kinzinger, and my personal reaction to those comments.
2022-08-232h 46Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 42 - Thoughts on Christian Nationalism with Special Guest Pastor Jeff SpanglerHi and welcome to yet another exciting episode! In this episode, with my special guest Pastor Jeff Spangler, the misleading term "Christian Nationalism," and how that term is both an inaccurate descriptive as well as paints a false picture of patriotic believers. Dr. Spangler's backgrounds in the military, as a chaplain, as a scholar, and as a pastor are qualify him to make qualified commentary on this subject. I hope you will enjoy this lively and interesting discussion between he and I.
2022-08-141h 47Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 41: No Tears For The Disciples Of MolechHello everyone! In this Episode: My take on the SCOTUS ruling on Dobbs, what the ruling ACTUALLY means, ignorance of both history and law, misplaced blame, and of course, the facts don't give a flying flip about your feelings.
2022-08-0253 min
Think WellProgressive vs Evangelical Views of Jesus & Christianity (Dr. Randal Rauser)Randal Rauser recently wrote the book "Progressive Christians Love Jesus Too." I invited him on the show today to discuss how progressives and evangelicals view Jesus and Christianity differently. Is progressive Christianity another gospel or another religion? This friendly conversation will help you think well about those questions.
Randal Rauser is a systematic and analytic theologian of evangelical persuasion. He received his PhD at King's College, London. He is Professor of Historical Theology at Taylor Seminary where he has taught since 2003. He is the author of several books including "Is the Atheist my Neighbour?" (Wipf and Stock, 2015), "What on Earth...
2022-07-081h 04
Philosophy for AllWhat is Progressive Christianity? | A DiscussionSend us a textProgressive Christianity has become a hot topic in Christian circles of late, as a result, I have invited Dr. Randal Rauser onto the channel to discuss it!In this video, we will be covering all forms of questions ranging from what is progressive Christianity, to what is heresy, and beliefs about Christ, aiming to provide a comprehensive analysis of progressive Christianity and its beliefs. I hope you enjoy this video and feel free to let me know any questions in the livechat for a Q&A session. --------------------------To...
2022-06-1953 min
Modern-Day DebateIs Christianity Intellectually Respectable? | Dan Barker Vs Dr Randal Rauser | Debate PodcastWelcome to Modern-Day Debate. Our vision is to provide a neutral debate platform so everyone has their fair shot to make their case on a level playing field. LINKS TO GUESTS:Dan Barker:https://ffrf.org/Randal Rauser: https://randalrauser.com/https://amzn.to/3t4jCVmRules for chat & MDD more broadly:-Chats disrespectful toward speakers will receive a warning. *Attack the ideas instead of the person, and...
2022-06-141h 32
Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 40 - Two Views From The AirWelcome to Episode 40! In today's episode, I discuss the event of the "Missionaries to Ukraine" giving praise on an airplane in front of a "captive audience" of passengers. I am of two minds on this; I discuss the reactions of those who were NOT on the plane and whether they're right in criticizing or praising the missionaries for their spontaneous act of worship. Context is everything, and I explore the context of the story.
2022-05-011h 11
Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 39: Little Pictures Have Big EarsTFALM Episode 39 - Little Pictures Have Big Ears: We have a problem with giving away our personal information...and we do it willingly! On this episode, I discuss the importance of protecting your personal info, and learning how to keep it out of the hands of people who would harm you with it.
2022-03-2431 minThoughts From A LawnmowerEpisode 37 Guilt By AssociationHere's a TFALM quickie! Guilt by association? My comments relating to the report that Alec Baldwin has deleted his Twitter account after it is reported that his name is in the Late (financier/sexual predator) Jefferey Epstein's "Little Black Book." But, just because his name appears in that book, does that mean he is guilty of complicity in Epstein's crimes? Despite Baldwin's character flaws and recent incident, does that automatically mean that he was a participant in the crimes of Epstein? And does that mean that any of the others on that list are also complicit? Or do we...
2022-02-0119 minThoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 38 - Deflection and the Story of Boober the CatWelcome to the first episode of the New Year! In this episode, I bring you a 30 plus year old story to make an illustration of how today's authoritarians, woke celebrities, and the parrots who follow them (and echo their talking points) will deflect the truth that's right in front of them in order to accomplish their agendas.
2022-02-0122 min
Modern-Day DebateDr Rauser vs Aron Ra | Can One Reasonably Believe the Violent Bible Is Revealed by God? | PodcastLINKS TO GUESTS:Dr Randal Rauser: https://www.youtube.com/user/RDRauserAnd Dr Rauser's book, Jesus Loves Caananites:https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Loves-Canaanites-Biblical-Intuition-ebook/dp/B092TPRXPB?keywords=randal+rauser&qid=1641485675&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=wwwrandalraus-20&linkId=9778e0c124a7bf35309c6b402eb6559e&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tlAron Ra: https://www.youtube.com/c/AronRaTickets for our first ever EPIC MDD DebateCon conference Saturday, January 15th and 16th in...
2022-01-072h 21Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 12 - A Conversation with Jim BishopWelcome to Episode 12 of TFALM! Today, I enjoy a great conversation with my old buddy, Jim Bishop. Jim is a retired Army soldier, former bass player for the band KOR, and has done some managing of bands. We just kind of chill and talk about music, being a Christian while playing music, talking about when we first met, coming to grips with other people's opinions regarding our personal choices, and other issues dealing with life and faith. We had a major sound issue prior to recording this episode, and sine I like to keep things real, we just go...
2021-12-092h 27Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 11 - The Blind Fury John HeltonWelcome to yet another exciting episode as I welcome my old friend, John Helton (a.k.a. "The Blind Fury")! John is the former drummer of a band called "Wisdom's Call," who now wears many hats (which is a good thing, since he has no hair...), including "author," "podcaster ('Marital Monkeys' podcast)," "touring speaker," as well as "Husband," "Father," "Life Coach,".....and, well, many more! Join me as we discuss his book, "Stop Your Whining," and the tragic (turned blessed) circumstances that led to him writing it. John is passionate about his work, his wife, and his faith. Amidst...
2021-12-082h 51Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 24 - Talking Law Enforcement with Jim RauserWelcome to yet another episode of TFALM! In this episode, I have a lengthy discussion with my brother Jim about his passion, Law Enforcement. We talk about how he decided that LE was his thing, his experiences as an LEO, and some of the political and social issues surrounding Law Enforcement.
2021-12-082h 56Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 25 - Monologue - Christian Virtue Signaling and Shaming Those Who Make Value JudgmentsWelcome to Episode 25! Sorry for the hiatus, but it's the beginning of Spring, and I wanted to start off fresh! Today's episode will be a monologue commentary on an issue that I feel I should question in the Christian Community: Should we shame other Christians that make value judgments? Should we avoid certain associations? And should we be responsible for the kinds of company we keep?
2021-12-081h 43Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 26 - Monologue - The Oppression of RedefinitionHey, Y'all! I decided to do a "drive by" pass on the lawnmower this time! In today's monologue, I am discussing the issue of oppression by redefining the language of the culture, and how it is being weaponized against people of Faith, conscience, and moral virtue. Just some off-the-cuff random thoughts.
2021-12-0838 minThoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 37 - Guilt By Association?Here's a TFALM quickie! Guilt by association? My comments relating to the report that Alec Baldwin has deleted his Twitter account after it is reported that his name is in the Late (financier/sexual predator) Jefferey Epstein's "Little Black Book." But, just because his name appears in that book, does that mean he is guilty of complicity in Epstein's crimes? Despite Baldwin's character flaws and recent incident, does that automatically mean that he was a participant in the crimes of Epstein? And does that mean that any of the others on that list are also complicit? Or do we...
2021-12-0819 minThoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 36 - Let‘s Go Brandon - Appropriate or Not?Welcome to Episode 36! Today's rant: "Let's Go, Brandon!" Is it appropriate for Christians to use that motto? Spoiler Alert: I think it's not only appropriate, but I think that's it's a reasonable response. I know many will disagree, but I will read Mike Rowe's take on it and add my perspective.
2021-12-0739 minThoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 35 - Guitar and Instrument Repair with Mark Bussell JrWelcome to Episode 35! In this episode, I have a lengthy conversation with my old friend, Mark Bussell, Jr. as we discuss a different side of music: the crafting, building, care and repair of a musical instrument...mainly guitars. We talk about learning the art of making an instrument, the care and feeding of your guitar, some of his pet peeves about instrument care, and just skipping around on various subjects relating to instrument repair...as well as some personal history.
2021-11-222h 49Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 34 - Alec Baldwin and Selective CompassionHello All! Welcome to yet another episode of TFALM! I examine the public discourse regarding Alec Baldwin due to the recent tragic accidental shooting on the set of his latest movie production. In particular, I discuss the notion of partiality towards celebrities, as well as picking and choosing who we will be compassionate with and who we will freely vilify.
2021-11-031h 13
Colton’s MemorizationsRandal Rauser the Atheist vs. Joe Schmid the Theist (Devil's Advocate Debate)In this Devil's Advocate Debate, Dr. Randal Rauser (a theist) will be defending God's nonexistence and Joe Schmid (a non-theist) will be defending God's existence. A devil's advocate takes the opposing viewpoint to enrich the debate and develop ideas.
2021-11-022h 03Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 33 - Music Theory and Sight Reading - Help or Hindrance?New Episode: Discussing the topic of the benefits or hindrances of learning Music Theory and/or Sight Reading/Standard Notation. Is it a beneficial skill, or does it stifle creativity? I lay out my opinion that favor the benefits of both. But am I wrong? This episode will not solve the debate; but I am going to weigh in anyway!
2021-10-231h 00Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 32 - Remembering 9 - 11Do you remember where you were? I do. On the eve of the 20th Anniversary of the terror attacks on the United States Homeland, I reflect on where I was. Never forget.
2021-09-1019 minThoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 31 - Answering Some Common Guitar QuestionsWelcome to Episode 31! I am going to keep it a little shorter this time! Changing themes to less somber subjects to talk some guitar! I am tackling some common questions asked by beginner and intermediate guitar players.
2021-08-1422 minThoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 27 - My Reaction To A So-Called ExvangelicalWelcome to another episode of TFALM. It's MONOLOGUE TIME! In this episode, I try to tackle the nonsensical idea of an "Exvangelical."
2021-08-131h 00Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 28 - Monologue On The Megadeth ControversyWelcome to another monologue episode of TFALM! This episode's discussion is about the public reaction to recent news involving the band Megadeth, and how we probably should learn to mind our own business.
2021-08-1357 minThoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 29 - The Pharisee Card (Part 1)Episode 29 - I am not sure which is worse: being "judgmental" or playing the "Pharisee Card." In this episode (Part one of a series), I want to examine this phenomena of Christians using this "card" to attack or to silence other believers.
2021-08-1330 minThoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 30 - The Pharisee Card (Part Two...sort of) - Blaming The Church For EverythingHi! After a short absence, I want to welcome all of you for another ride on the Lawn Mower! In this episode, I talk about how the Church gets the blame for everything...even when it has nothing to do with us. I called this "The Pharisee Card (Part 2...sort of) because I am only going to be orbiting that subject with this particular rant...lol! Anyway, opinions will be given, and I am sure that there will be plenty to disagree with...but Hey! That's what's so fun about doing a podcast!
2021-08-131h 05Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 29 - The Pharisee Card (Part 1)Episode 29 - I am not sure which is worse: being "judgmental" or playing the "Pharisee Card." In this episode (Part one of a series), I want to examine this phenomena of Christians using this "card" to attack or to silence other believers.
2021-06-1530 minThoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 28 - Monologue On The Megadeth ControversyWelcome to another monologue episode of TFALM! This episode's discussion is about the public reaction to recent news involving the band Megadeth, and how we probably should learn to mind our own business.
2021-06-1557 minThoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 27 - My Reaction To A So-Called ExvangelicalWelcome to another episode of TFALM. It's MONOLOGUE TIME! In this episode, I try to tackle the nonsensical idea of an "Exvangelical."
2021-06-151h 00Doubts Aloud PodcastEpisode 41 - Animal Suffering and Theology with Phil HalperEpisode 41 – Show NotesIt is a delight for us to have a long chat with our friend ‘SkydivePhil’ - Phil Halper. He’s best known for his YouTube channel and has twice been on Unbelievable discussing cosmology and also, for his first appearance, animal suffering. Phil is a vegetarian and sees how the issue of animal suffering is a much more powerful argument against theism than is generally realised. It is that subject that we were keen to discuss, especially because Phil and some of his contacts have just published an important paper on the topic. The paper is not s...
2021-06-061h 26Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 26 - Monologue - The Oppression of RedefinitionHey, Y'all! I decided to do a "drive by" pass on the lawnmower this time! In today's monologue, I am discussing the issue of oppression by redefining the language of the culture, and how it is being weaponized against people of Faith, conscience, and moral virtue. Just some off-the-cuff random thoughts.
2021-03-2238 minThoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 25 - Monologue - Christian Virtue Signaling and Shaming Those Who Make Value JudgmentsWelcome to Episode 25! Sorry for the hiatus, but it's the beginning of Spring, and I wanted to start off fresh! Today's episode will be a monologue commentary on an issue that I feel I should question in the Christian Community: Should we shame other Christians that make value judgments? Should we avoid certain associations? And should we be responsible for the kinds of company we keep?
2021-03-201h 43Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 24 - Talking Law Enforcement with Jim RauserWelcome to yet another episode of TFALM! In this episode, I have a lengthy discussion with my brother Jim about his passion, Law Enforcement. We talk about how he decided that LE was his thing, his experiences as an LEO, and some of the political and social issues surrounding Law Enforcement.
2021-01-302h 56Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 23 - Monologue Reflections on Men of InfluenceWelcome to a New Year (2021, in case you live under a rock and aren't aware of that) and a new episode! Today's Episode will be a monologue, reflecting on the passing of 3 men of influence on my life. Plus, I am trying a more compact format. Enjoy.
2021-01-1945 minThoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 22 - Special Guest Dan DeBrulerWelcome to Episode 22 of Thoughts From A Lawnmower! For this episode, I get the very special honor of chatting with my long time friend, musician, and Christian Radio station manager Dan Debruler. We have a great time discussing music, how we live out our faith within the greater culture, and reconciling music as entertainment versus strictly for worship. Dan and I chat about how we connected, what influenced him as a musician, how he hears the cry of others in their music, how helping others in the midst of his own sufferings has led to his own healing. Dan's...
2020-12-212h 20Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 21 - Special Guest Luke EasterWelcome to Episode 21 of TFALM! I am pleased to announce that my Special Guest is my good friend Luke Easter! A musician, vocalist, songwriter, formerly of the Christian band Tourniquet now turned solo artist. His album, the Pop Disaster, is a great showcase for his musical and vocal versatility. Luke is also an insightful (and delightful) conversationalist. In this episode, Luke and I discuss artistic liberty within the realm of being Christians in music; we also discuss the ideas of Christians being involved in politics. This episode is shorter than my usual fare, but Luke and I pack a...
2020-11-131h 41Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 20 - Tribute To The Maestro, Edward Van HalenWelcome to TFALM Episode 20: In this very late night monologue, I will be paying tribute to the Maestro himself, one Edward Van Halen. I will be talking about his impact on me as a fan and as a musician. Then I will be discussing about EVH in light of myself as a Christian.
2020-10-122h 25
Skeptics and Seekers Sunday Sermon (4S)Randal Rauser and His Inner AtheistMuch apologies for my audio issues. Hopefully, they will be ironed out for the next show. Also, much thanks to Randal for answering some tough questions about his latest book. Finally, big welcome to the new Christian cohost, David Russell.
2020-10-031h 31
Capturing Christianity PodcastCC062: GOD DEBATE: Randal Rauser the Atheist vs Joe Schmid the TheistIn this Devil's Advocate Debate, Dr. Randal Rauser (a theist) will be defending God's nonexistence and Joe Schmid (a non-theist) will be defending God's existence. A devil's advocate takes the opposing viewpoint to enrich the debate and develop ideas.
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2020-09-112h 04Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 16(PART II) - Talking Metal Albums with my brother Jim RauserWelcome to PART II of my discussion with my brother, Jim.
2020-08-261h 29Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 16 (PART I) - Talking Metal Albums with my brother Jim RauserWelcome to Episode 16! (PART I) This episode, I take a bit of a detour from my usual serious fare. Since I am a musician, I wanted to have a less serious, more lighthearted discussion about my favorite music, 80's Metal! And I couldn't think of a better candidate for said discussion than the man who shared my experience with that style, my brother Jim. I made a list of my Top 20 Metal Albums, and we rated them according to a few arbitrary categories, just for fun! I am sure I missed some of your favorites, but this podcast is 3...
2020-08-261h 41Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 19 - Late Nite Monologue - Random Thoughts: The Stupid and Petty, Fallwell's PictureGate, Some Righteous IndignationWelcome to TFALM Episode 19! This episode is going to be slightly out of my normal presentation. I am presenting to you a monologue episode of VERY late night/early morning ramblings, giving some Random Thoughts on a couple of subjects that I feel passionate about at the moment. I address the stupid things that some Christians do in the Name of Christ that make us look bad in the eyes of the world; I talk about Jerry Falwell's "Picturegate" scandal and how I think it's a non-issue; and I get a little worked up over the fact that it t...
2020-08-262h 29Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 18 - Q&A with Special Guest MC, Mark Bussell, JrWelcome to TFALM Episode 18: The Q&A Episode, featuring guest MC, Mark Bussell Jr., and old friend that has been our band IT guy, Website Designer and Manager, Photographer, Roadie, my Guitar Tech, and fan. He now does work in a retail music establishment, and has also become my instrument repair guy. With his assistance, I field the questions that I requested of my listening audience in Episode 17. There were so many responses that we only were able to make it through barely a quarter of the questions! There WILL be a Part II Q&A Episode in the...
2020-08-262h 28Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 17 - AnnouncementHowdy Folks! This is a Short Episode...Actually, it's not REALLY an Episode; more like an announcement and a request! I am soliciting questions from my audience (and friends on Social Media) for an upcoming TFALM episode about MY favorite subject: GUITAR! Listen for details! Help me develop this episode! Thanks in advance!
2020-08-2610 minThoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 15 - Monologue on the Hypocrisy of Jimmy Kimmel plus Bubba Wallace and the Perpetuation of MythAfter a short hiatus, I have returned with a monologue! No guests today! It's just me in the raw! In this episode, I will be discussing late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel, and his disingenuous apology, his hypocrisy, and whether or not he should be fired. I also delve into the Bubba Wallace non-controversy, the perpetuation of myths, Manufactured Emotion, and Public Enabling. I also throw props toward some other fellow podcasters for you to listen to. As usual, I am longwinded, but I keep it real! Enjoy!
2020-06-292h 13
Graceful Atheist PodcastJohn Marriott: A Recipe For DisasterMy guest this week is John Marriott. We are talking about deconversion from the Christian perspective. John is the Director of Global Learning and teaches in the department of Philosophy of Religion and Ethics at Biola University. John did his PhD dissertation focused on deconversion from Christianity to atheism. He has written a book on deconversion called “A Recipe For Disaster,” which is directed to the Church on the ways they are setting up believers to lose their faith. I define [faith] as having enough reasons for a hope worth acting on. I think there enough reasons for me to ac...
2020-06-111h 21Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 14 - Revving Up with Reverend Mark MedleyWelcome to Episode 14, where we rev up things with my friend, Pastor Mark Medley! In this episode, we stay a little more focused on themes of Faith, how the Church in America should respond to government overreach, the struggle to understand God's will amid suffering and His allowing pain, selective outrage in the Church; as well as what gets Pastor Mark's goat, yet his desire to love people despite those things. We talk a little politics, and our responsibility as followers of Christ to reconcile our dual citizenship with our earthly nation and the Heavenly Kingdom. Production Note: we...
2020-05-112h 10Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 13 - Stirring the Pot with Pastor Bob HackendorfWelcome to Episode 13 of TFALM! Today my conversation is with another pastor friend of mine, Anglican Pastor Bob Hackendorf, or as I like to call him, Pastor Bob. Politics, Social Issues, dealing with the fact that our children are now adults, the Christian response to current and future authority issues, and other topics that are bound to cause a little stir in both our camps! Like all of my guests who are pastors, Pastor Bob is brilliant and well-spoken. I learn something every time I get to chat with him. We had a very lively conversation that I personally...
2020-04-272h 32Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 12 - A Conversation with Jim BishopWelcome to Episode 12 of TFALM! Today, I enjoy a great conversation with my old buddy, Jim Bishop. Jim is a retired Army soldier, former bass player for the band KOR, and has done some managing of bands. We just kind of chill and talk about music, being a Christian while playing music, talking about when we first met, coming to grips with other people's opinions regarding our personal choices, and other issues dealing with life and faith. We had a major sound issue prior to recording this episode, and sine I like to keep things real, we just go...
2020-04-172h 27Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 11 - The Blind Fury John HeltonWelcome to yet another exciting episode as I welcome my old friend, John Helton (a.k.a. "The Blind Fury")! John is the former drummer of a band called "Wisdom's Call," who now wears many hats (which is a good thing, since he has no hair...), including "author," "podcaster ('Marital Monkeys' podcast)," "touring speaker," as well as "Husband," "Father," "Life Coach,".....and, well, many more! Join me as we discuss his book, "Stop Your Whining," and the tragic (turned blessed) circumstances that led to him writing it. John is passionate about his work, his wife, and his faith. Amidst...
2020-04-132h 51Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 10 - Dan Debruler and Friends Part 2Again, hosted by Dan Debruler, this is the discussion between myself, Dan, Steve Pettit, Jim Bishop, and Roger Mort, Part 2. We talk a lot about music, and a bunch of other random stuff, but it's just so much fun!
2020-04-052h 11Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 09 - Dan Debruler and Friends Part 01In this episode, a reunion, of sorts, with my friend Dan DeBruler, as he invites myself and 3 others from our respective music pasts to have a conversation. We are joined by Steve Pettit, Jim Bishop, and Roger Mort. The conversation went almost 4 hours long, so this episode will be part 1; Episode 10 of TFALM will be Part 2. We joke, we laugh, we tease each other, we tell some war stories, and we have a few serious moments (but moments only!). A good time was had by all. Dan was the official host and facilitator as we conference on Zoom. Dan...
2020-04-052h 17Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 08 - Special Guest Pastor Wiley HughesIn Episode 08, I have the privilege to chat with my good friend Dr. Wiley Hughes, Senior Pastor of Destiny Now Ministries of Hope Mills, NC. In this episode, we discuss some shared experiences growing up in our respective families, talk a little about music, how God engineers circumstances to place us where we need to be, how we became friends, and some personal background. We also bob and weave into subjects like worship, the importance of making connections over creating conflict, and the marriage of integrity with fact. Plus, we just enjoy having a couple of laughs with each o...
2020-03-202h 12Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 07: Monologue on Stryper, Chris Matthews, and White PrivilegeWelcome to Episode 07 of TFALM! Today is a monologue...no guests. I decided to tackle a couple of issues that are on my mind and heart. This is a little more serious than some of my other episodes. I address the non-controversy involving the Christian Rock band, Stryper, in what I have dubbed "Cigargate;" I delve into the Leftist Cannibalism of their own, MSNBC's Chris Matthews; and I read an article by Dr. Carol Swain, former political science and law professor at Vanderbilt University, to debunk the myth of "White Privilege."
2020-03-032h 13Thoughts From A LawnmowerEpisode 06 TFALM - Guest Co Host Pastor Jeff Spangler, Fayetteville Church of the NazareneWelcome to Episode 06 of TFALM! In this episode, I welcome my friend, Pastor Jeff Spangler, Pastor of the Fayetteville Church of the Nazarene! He and I discuss an article that he wrote defending the Chaplaincy (he's a retired Army Lt. Col); we talk about music, both in the church and as entertainment; we reflect upon our past histories as musicians; we discuss some of the mistakes people, both inside and outside the Faith, make with regard to engaging the culture at large. Great discussion with a great guy! Enjoy!
2020-02-242h 00Thoughts From A LawnmowerEpisode 05 TFALM - Garcons Canons Featuring Nate Penuel and Adam StricklandEpisode 05 TFALM: In this episode, I welcome Nate Penuel and Adam Strickland of the musical duo "Garcons Canons." Don't worry if you cannot pronounce it, because I couldn't either! But don't fret! Nate will tell us how it's pronounced and what the name means! We chat about our shared passion for music, even if we have divergent tastes; and that leads to an interesting discussion and insight into these young musicians' creative process. I certainly had a great time listening to these young men's vision! It's a lengthy discussion, but very interesting! Enjoy!
2020-02-222h 03Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 04: Hell Or High Water, It's Chris Delawder!Welcome to Episode 04 where I bring to you my conversation with Singer/Songwriter Chris Delawder! Today's topics will deal with Chris's early years and inspirations, the pull of music on his life, trying to balance a healthy spiritual perspective while playing music in non-church locations, and trying to examine the current music scene.
2020-02-112h 18Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 03: Special Guest Host Mike Bost of Convergence ChurchToday's Episode features Mike Bost as my Special Guest Host! We had a great conversation (as we always do) about several different things, and rabbit trails abound as we touch on various subjects such as: Music, Political Correctness, Issues of the Church's responses toward culture, and some assorted useless information (because, well, it's fun). We also delve into marital communication and how easily our own perceptions can twist what we hear. A great conversation with a genuinely great person, my friend, Mike Bost!
2020-02-042h 05Thoughts From A LawnmowerTFALM Episode 02: Model Building Art with Special Guest Ray Lawson IIWelcome to my second official episode of Thoughts From A Lawnmower, as I have a conversation with my Special Guest, Ray Lawson II! In this episode, Ray and I will be discussing his passion for Scale Model Building, reflecting on how we met, some Star Trek and Star Wars, and Ray's attention to detail in his work. Just two old friends chewing the fat together. We touch on the loss of our fathers, getting older, the connection between our respective artistic endeavors, and just enjoying each other's company.
2020-02-012h 05Thoughts From A LawnmowerEpisode 01 DebutHi, this is Will, and I am going to be giving you my opinions on music, faith, culture, politics, and other assorted silliness! It's all about conversations with people that have impacted my life, or have impacted their communities, and introducing them to the world! Sometimes it will be just me, sometimes it will be a long conversation with a friend or colleague. But this all about what I think and like!
In my debut I tlak about the passing of Rush drummer/lyricist Neil Peart, Lobby day in Richmond Virginia and the Pro 2A march, some q...
2020-01-281h 49
Soapbox RedemptionEpisode 2: Randal Rauser on Some Big Questions, Epistemological Humility, and Philosophical TheologyThis episode features a conversation with Randal Rauser.
Randal is a systematic and analytic theologian, Associate Professor of Historical Theology at Taylor Seminary in Edmonton, and author of several books including An Atheist and a Christian Walk into a Bar , which was definitely source of inspiration for my and Adam’s book Meta.
Besides giving our book a nice blurb, Randal hosted Adam and I on his podcast and at his home in Edmonton. We also had a fantastic pub dialogue with a small group the evening prior where we dove into all sorts of fun...
2019-09-271h 05
Podcast-The Tentative Apologist Archives - Randal Rauser99. How do you hear the voice of God?There are few questions as basic and important as this: how do you hear the voice of God? How do you discern God’s will for your life? How does one seek divine guidance in the day to day? Is divine guidance a matter of hearing a literal voice from heaven? Or is it simply a […]
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2017-11-0919 min
The Tentative Apologist99. How do you hear the voice of God?Randal Rauser (that's me!)
There are few questions as basic and important as this: how do you hear the voice of God? How do you discern God's will for your life? How does one seek divine guidance in the day to day?
Is divine guidance a matter of hearing a literal voice from heaven? Or is it simply a matter of baptizing our own decisions with a nod to the divine? Or something else?
In this episode of The Tentative Apologist Podcast I share my perspective on this topic which I delivered at a recent youth conference. Inspired by the...
2017-11-0919 min
Trinitiespodcast 105 – Dr. James Spiegel on The Making of an AtheistIn his 2010 book The Making of an Atheist: How Immorality Leads to Unbelief, Dr. James Spiegel, professor of Philosophy and Religion at Taylor University, argues that unbelief results more from the will than from the mind. Drawing on the Bible, Plantingian epistemology, and contemporary psychology, in this book he builds a theory of the source of atheistic belief. We discuss
how he draws on Plantingian epistemology
what the reaction to this book has been by Christians and by atheists
the relevance of the fact that most people say they believe in God
the differences between an average unbeliever...
2015-09-2140 min
Reasonable Doubts PodcastRD Extra Hallquist vs RauserIn late 2013, Chris Hallquist (http://www.patheos.com/blogs/hallq/) and Randal Rauser (http://randalrauser.com/) participated in a debate on the rationality of belief in God. This debate was not a live debate, rather it was a series of audio exchanges that took place in late 2013. The exchanges were according to agreed upon time limitations on each section. For each of their several sections, the debaters were given at least a week to analyze, script and record their entries before submitting it to their opponent. Each submission, has been edited together in the agreed upon order for your listening in...
2014-01-1800 minReasonable Doubts Podcastrd110 Clever HermeneuticsWhat is a thoughtful, compassionate Christian to do with all the outrageous violence and hatred in the Old Testament? Many liberal Christians will reject the notion that these texts are inspired by God but in rescuing God's character they sacrifice the divine authority of the scriptures. Fundamentalists will often bite the proverbial bullet and accept that God really did command these atrocities but how can one give any intelligible account of God's holiness if He commands such evil deeds? Are these the only options available to a believer who wishes to keep the Bible and their conscience too? Apologist Randal...
2013-02-1400 min
the Essential Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & DetectiveStranger in the Room: A Novel by Amanda Kyle WilliamsPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/138661 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Stranger in the Room: A Novel Series: #2 of Keye Street Author: Amanda Kyle Williams Narrator: Ann Marie Lee Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 13 hours 3 minutes Release date: August 21, 2012 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 2 Genres: Police & Detective Publisher's Summary: Fresh from her debut, The Stranger You Seek—which Publishers Weekly called “an explosive, unpredictable, and psychologically complex thriller that turns crime fiction clichés inside out”—Amanda Kyle Williams delivers a second thrilling Keye Street novel, perfect for fans of Karin Slaughter and Patricia Cornwell. That bullet was meant for you...
2012-08-2110 min
Explore New Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseStranger in the Room: A Novel by Amanda Kyle WilliamsPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/138661 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Stranger in the Room: A Novel Series: #2 of Keye Street Author: Amanda Kyle Williams Narrator: Ann Marie Lee Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 13 hours 3 minutes Release date: August 21, 2012 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 2 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: Fresh from her debut, The Stranger You Seek—which Publishers Weekly called “an explosive, unpredictable, and psychologically complex thriller that turns crime fiction clichés inside out”—Amanda Kyle Williams delivers a second thrilling Keye Street novel, perfect for fans of Karin Slaughter and Patricia Cornwell. That bullet was meant for you. S...
2012-08-2110 min
Best Full-Length Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & DetectiveThe Stranger You Seek: A Novel by Amanda Kyle WilliamsPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/100131 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Stranger You Seek: A Novel Series: #1 of Keye Street Author: Amanda Kyle Williams Narrator: Ann Marie Lee Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 14 hours 0 minutes Release date: August 30, 2011 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 2.5 of Total 2 Ratings of Narrator: 2 of Total 1 Genres: Police & Detective Publisher's Summary: The papers have called me a monster. You’ve either concluded that I am a braggart as well as a sadist or that I have a deep and driving need to be caught and punished. In the sweltering heat of an Atlanta summer, a killer is push...
2011-08-3010 min
Listen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseThe Stranger You Seek: A Novel by Amanda Kyle WilliamsPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/100131 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Stranger You Seek: A Novel Series: #1 of Keye Street Author: Amanda Kyle Williams Narrator: Ann Marie Lee Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 14 hours 0 minutes Release date: August 30, 2011 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 2.5 of Total 2 Ratings of Narrator: 2 of Total 1 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: The papers have called me a monster. You’ve either concluded that I am a braggart as well as a sadist or that I have a deep and driving need to be caught and punished. In the sweltering heat of an Atlanta summer, a killer is pushing...
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