In this tenth episode of Spiritual, Not Religious , hosts Shawn Winburn, James Henry, and Mollie June Miller Bachman welcome their very first guest, Bridget Williams, for a thoughtful conversation on the tension between following Jesus’ teachings and worshiping him. Bridget shares her spiritual journey from a Catholic upbringing to her current work with Appalachia Service Project in Kentucky, highlighting her exploration of diverse worship traditions. The group discusses how elevating Jesus too ...
Aug 27, 2025•59 min•Ep. 10
WE'RE BACK AND GLAD TO BE! In this thoughtful and spirited episode of Spiritual, Not Religious , hosts James, Mollie, and Shawn return after a springtime hiatus to explore the question that often confuses and overwhelms emerging adults: why are there so many Christian denominations, and do they help or hinder our spiritual growth? Reflecting on their own transitions—James’s move to a new church, Mollie’s recent marriage and upcoming travels—they dive into a heartfelt conversation about faith, id...
Jul 16, 2025•54 min•Ep. 9
In this heartfelt and often humorous episode of Spiritual Not Religious , hosts James Henry, Mollie June Miller, and Shawn Winburn dive deep into the power and accessibility of contemplative spiritual practices—especially for young and emerging adults navigating chaotic transitions and soul-deep questions. From centering prayer to breath work, yoga, journaling, and sacred word meditation, the trio shares personal stories and practical tools for grounding in God’s presence amid the noise of daily...
May 07, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 8
In this heartfelt and engaging episode, hosts James, Mollie, and Shawn explore the complexities facing young and emerging adults as they navigate the uncertain terrain of calling, purpose, and expectations. With honesty and humor, they reflect on cultural pressures around success, the challenges of student debt and cost of living, and the misconception that not having it all figured out by your 20s means you’ve somehow failed. Through storytelling, stats, and spiritual reflection, the trio refra...
Apr 16, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 7
The podcast episode of Spiritual Not Religious explores the deep spiritual longings of young adults and their evolving relationship with faith and church. Hosts Shawn, Mollie, and James discuss a recent study from Faith for Exiles that identifies three key desires among emerging adults: a faith that connects with their world, a belief that God is more active outside traditional church walls, and a desire to live out their faith without withdrawing from society. They reflect on how Jesus modeled ...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 6
In this episode of Spiritual Not Religious , hosts Shawn Winburn, Mollie June Miller, and James Henry dive into the roadblocks that hinder faith journeys, particularly for young adults navigating spirituality outside traditional religious spaces. They discuss how rigid theology, church hurt, and institutional barriers often push the spiritually curious away—and explore ways to reimagine faith communities as spaces of openness, belonging, and authentic conversation. Drawing from personal experien...
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 5
In this episode of Spiritual, Not Religious , hosts Mollie June Miller, Shawn Winburn, and James Henry dive into one of the most foundational and complex topics in faith: Who is God? They explore how our understanding of God shapes every other relationship in our lives, drawing from a thought-provoking quote by Pastor Brian Erickson. The hosts discuss the many ways people perceive God—from an authoritarian figure to a loving and creative force—and how these views impact our faith, decisions, and...
Feb 19, 2025•58 min•Ep. 4
If you’ve ever wrestled with the question of whether God speaks—and if so, how to hear that voice amid life’s noise—this episode of Spiritual Not Religious is for you. Hosts Mollie June Miller, Shawn Winburn, and James Henry dive deep into the complexities of hearing God in a world filled with competing voices. They explore personal experiences, biblical stories, and practical spiritual practices—from silence and nature walks to music, service, and sacred reading. Whether you’ve longed for a cle...
Feb 05, 2025•59 min•Ep. 3
We've said we're spiritual, not religious. But just what does "religious" mean? Are our differences irreconcilable?
Jan 22, 2025•56 min•Ep. 2
Figuring out who we are is a lifelong journey. In this podcast, we share some thoughts about what identity is.
Jan 08, 2025•57 min•Ep. 1
Hey, we hope you will join us for our twice monthly podcast that drops live at 8:00AM Eastern on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. This is a short teaser invite. See you there!
Dec 16, 2024•1 min•Ep. 1
