Bored Games... Get It?
This episode we discuss some strategies for refuting the devil, the fascination of Christians with board games, and (in a surprising turn of events) Dave drops some fever-dream truth on us!
Jan 05, 2017
Desiring Brethren
Join Tanner, Jackson, and Dave as their Christian theology is put to the test by the trivial, the controversial, and the unconventional. When they (repeatedly) find themselves swamped in their own ignorance, witness their special guests (biologists, pastors, music producers, and more) swoop in to save the day!
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Episodes
Apparently There's Some Problems in the Fashion Industry?
Hannah Tabert joins the podcast once again to guide us into the seedy underbelly of the fashion industry, where we find the true culprit behind sweat shops and oppression: everyone but me!
Dec 31, 2016
On the Eighth Day, God Created Fashion
On this episode we are joined by the resplendent fashion designer Hannah Tabert, who teaches us that "modest is hottest" is not the final word God has spoken when it comes to fashion and creativity.
Dec 23, 2016
A Town Called Brethren
Is it possible that Tanner's fever-dream has led the podcast crew to discover a community more holy than Edmonton?! Listen to find out!
Dec 08, 2016
Our Advent-A-Pa-Looza!
This episode we dig deep into the season of Advent (well, 'deep' for we Brethren at least), and Dave controversially stomps on your favourite Christmas hymn!
Dec 01, 2016
Do Christians Make The Best Vigilantes?
Need your daily dose of vigilantes, citizen arrest laws, creep catchers, and questioning of police ethics? Look no further than this episode, hosted by the one and only Dave!
Nov 12, 2016
Should Churches Run Weight Loss Programs?
With fear and trembling, we tackle the fad of church weight loss programs: are they helping or hurting us?
Nov 03, 2016
Cremating Corpses and Short Surprises
In this episode Dave and Jackson receive a pleasant surprise, we hear Dave's dying wish, and the podcast nearly gets sued/cursed by John Piper.
Oct 27, 2016
Beards and Beautiful Ben
This episode, we ask the age-old question: will I glorify God more if I have a beard? We dive into ancient history and modern controversies to discover the truth hidden within the beard, and the lies covered up by the soul patch (poorly, I might add).
Oct 20, 2016
The Ballad of Jackson and the King (James)
Bible Translations! Scandals! Dave is ticked! The ESV stumbles, while the KJV rises once again?! Hot (nerdy) stuff coming your way!
Oct 13, 2016
Cussing Like Sailors, Take 2
This episode we are joined by the foremost Creative Swearing expert in the Brethren church, Trevor Buttery, to chat about obeying socially constructed sins, breaking the power of words, and 16th century curse masters.
Oct 08, 2016
Trevor's Mailbag Brings Us Joy!
Our awesome friend Trevor Buttery joins us to ask all the hard-hitting questions: Can Satan read my mind? Is laser tag a viable business venture? Whose baptism water was coldest?
Sep 30, 2016
The 10 Most Holy Cities in Canada
Using the latest scientific breakthroughs from theoretical physics and crop engineering, we present to you the DEFINITIVE list of Canadian cities blessed by God, and end with the 3 most cursed in our home and native land.
Sep 21, 2016
Child Preachers... Enough Said.
We try to wrap our head around the adorable/horrifying (it's all perspective) phenomenon of child preachers, and discover that Christianity's isn't alone in this strange, strange, fascination.
Sep 15, 2016
Go Fill Your Quiver, Young Man (when the evil go east)
The answer to the ultimate question of life might be 42, but a quiver of children is 5 or 6, so that's a much easier way to find purpose for our lives, right??
Sep 08, 2016
Felix Culpa! Should We Be Celebrating the Fall?
Prepare for some extra nerdy conversation on the Fall, the benefits of sin (!!!), and most importantly... ALIENS! Also, we reveal the secret lives of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien!
Sep 01, 2016
Would You Vote For an Elephant, Donkey, or Nazi?
We dive into the tricky (but wildly entertaining) world of U.S. politics to figure out a conundrum facing the American church: when does casting a vote become unethical?
Aug 25, 2016
The Wonderful World of Nursing Homes
With the help (once again) of the wonderful Olive Fogarty, Dave and Tanner expose their ignorance on the world of nursing homes, and discover some pretty simple steps Christians can take in the right direction.
Aug 18, 2016
Rio 2016, The Home of Female Javelin
Prepare yourself, because this episode is filled with HOT TAKES. We talk the refugee Olympic team, whether Canada should financially support its athletes, and end by dismantling every Olympic sport (except for gymnastics, of course).
Aug 11, 2016
The Truth About Fine Art: Uncovered and Exposed!
Special guest Olive Fogarty joins us to talk nudity in art, in an episode heavily edited to reduce childish snickering. Enjoy at your own peril!
Aug 04, 2016
Can Online Debates Be Redeemed?
We enter the dystopian land of online comment sections, where roving bands of trolls, Bernie Bros, and 9/11 Truthers feast on the bones of any who dare show their humanity. Close your eyes, turn on the podcast, and let yourself be enveloped in our despair.
Jul 28, 2016
All I Do Is Win, Win, Win (No Matter What)
This week we talk competition in sports, church leagues, and black actors for some reason. Witness the triumphant finale that we guarantee you'll never expect, because we didn't either.
Jul 21, 2016
Neerlandia: A Christian Bubble Laid Bare
We talk Christian bubbles this episode, weighing their benefits and pitfalls. Lucky for us, our friend Collin Gelderman enlightens us with his experience growing up in the "Pleasantville" of Christian Bubbles, Neerlandia!
Jul 14, 2016
Must I Love Brother Cockroach?
Surprisingly, this might be one of the most substantive discussions you'll ever hear about bug/human interaction, mixed in with the obligatory butterfly-bulldozing, NRA-impersonating behavior you've come to expect.
Jul 09, 2016
Four Cynical Millennials Are Surprisingly Positive About Church Worship Music!
This episode, Jackson, Dave and music-wiz Jordan Bennett engage in some serious one-upmanship to prove themselves the ultimate worship leader. And we talk about the state of modern worship music... that too.
Jul 03, 2016
Why Is Christian Music So Bad?
With the help of the massively-talented Jordan Bennett, we tackle one of the most looming questions of our generation. Of course, this was recorded before the life-changing DC Talk reunion cruise was announced, so it goes without saying that we recant all negative opinions expressed.
Jun 29, 2016
When Spiritual Fruit Gets Some Brown Spots (Live at Bethel)
Our final live episode at Bethel Bible Camp! If you're wondering what happens when fruit goes bad, this episode just might be for you.
Jun 22, 2016
Is Jesus My Boyfriend? (Live at Bethel)
In the second of three live episodes recorded at Bethel Bible Camp, we test the compatibility of romantic language and God. Prepare for a sloppy wet kiss in the secret on a beautiful scandalous night!
Jun 22, 2016
Don't Bite The Apple, Eve (Live at Bethel)
The first of three live episodes at Bethel Bible Camp for the College and Career retreat! We talk original sin, collective punishment, and why we've been cursed by our no-good-dirty-rotten-pig-stealing-great-great-grandfathers.
Jun 22, 2016
What Your Pastor Isn't Telling You
This week we grill a podcast superfan, Chris Lantz, about the joys and terrors of being a pastor. Be prepared for laughter, tears, and twice the legal dosage of Styrofoam Apache.
Jun 17, 2016
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