More than any other science fiction property, it can be argued that Star Trek has been influential on culture, science, religion and philosophy. I feel as if I’ve known Captain Kirk, Spock, Scotty, Bones, Uhura, Sulu and Checkov longer than Mickey Mouse or Donald Duck. While Star Wars was a cornerstone to my fascination with Science Fiction and Fantasy, Star Trek’s ideas and philosophies gave me more to chew on as I grew up. Today’s episode is dedicated to Star Trek and the impact Gene Roddenber...
Apr 26, 2017•1 hr 34 min
This week we take things to space as I sit down with Richard Garriott to discuss video game development and space travel! Richard Garriott de Cayeux is a founding father of the videogame industry and the commercial spaceflight industry, a flown astronaut, and an accomplished explorer. [ RichardGarriott.com ] Richard is currently finishing up development of his newest game Shroud Of The Avatar , you can sign up and join here . Explore/Create: My Life in Pursuit of New Frontiers, Hidden Worlds, an...
Apr 08, 2017•49 min
We’re back! I’m thrilled to finally be back to doing this podcast. This episode dives into The Second Naïveté and are joined on the podcast by Michael Hardin and Margaret Placentra Johnston to help lay the groundwork. Rob Davis then joins me as we attempt to unpack this very important concept of our Deconstruction and Spiritual Journey. Michael Hardin is the author of The Jesus Driven Life and the co-founder of PreachingPeace.org with his wife, Lorri. They are gearing up for their first big conf...
Mar 26, 2017•1 hr 14 min
It’s almost Christmas! Which only means one thing…Krampus is coming to town for all the bad girls and boys! I have a conversation with Greg Horton about the history of Krampus and other Christmas time folklore.
Dec 17, 2015•57 min
I have a conversation with Bob McDonald about his journey through most of the major religions and his decision to start up a church of his own: The Gnostic Church Of Dharma And Virtue . Visit the Gnostic Church Of Dharma And Virtue on Facebook . Check out the church’s companion book: Volume of Sacred Law Things discussed on the show: Erich von Däniken The Gnostic World View: A Brief Summary of Gnosticism Ram Dass Judaism 101: Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism Living Buddha, Living Christ by Thich Nh...
Nov 22, 2015•1 hr 4 min
Rob Davis returns to the show in an impromptu discussion about life on the other side of his journey from full-time ministry 6 years ago to normal, every day life. When anyone “deconstructs” their faith there is a natural progression that takes place, very similar to the various steps of grief. Rob and I talk about our journey’s and how we’re much less angry and cynical now that we’ve landed in a pretty healthy place. Do we still have questions? Yes! But it’s all how you define yourself. Find th...
Nov 15, 2015•1 hr 8 min
As we journey through life we will lose people we love along the way. It’s something that can shake us to our core and challenge our world view. This week I have a conversation with Ronn Compestine about his faith journey after the loss of both parents 10 years ago.
Nov 06, 2015•51 min
As we near Halloween, ghost stories are on everyone’s minds. This week I have a conversation with Ghost Hunter Ray Friis. We discuss the paranormal, demonic activity and even the Catholic Church’s real life exorcism division. Links: Iowa Priest Chosen To Become Exorcist http://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/2014/02/22/iowa-priest-chosen-to-become-exorcist/5741531/ The Order Of Exorcists http://orderofexorcists.com/ Ghost Hunting Mistakes http://www.csicop.org/si/show/ghost-hunting_mistakes...
Oct 26, 2015•1 hr 7 min
The AxPx is back! After a hiatus that went far too long, I am very happy to be in a place in my life where I can bring this podcast back. This week I talk to Blake Collier about Horror movies and how he approaches these films as a Christian. Music by Maritime and The Cordova Academy Glee Club . Blake Collier has been writing off and on for a few years. Here are some examples of his articles: In the Event of a Cosmic Horror, Pt 1 …And The Violent Take It By Force: Martyrs (2008) Music: Maritime :...
Oct 19, 2015•1 hr 27 min
Joey Avalos finally returns to the show! Sean and Joey catch up and discuss their journey so far. Music by Shearwater.
Feb 09, 2014•56 min
Daniel G. Harmann is the founding member of the band The Trouble Starts. I have a history with his music since about 2010 when I discovered his album “Risk.” Since then, I’ve wanted to get the chance to interview him and the stars finally aligned. Here is my candid conversation with Daniel G. Harmann . Show Notes Support Daniel & his music HERE The Lock In Trailer...
Jan 26, 2014•59 min
We’re back! I know, you’ve missed us. Welcome to Season 2 of The AxPx Podcast. I’ve been wanting to get this going again for some time, but life always seemed to get in the way. This week I talk to an old friend of mine, Mike Wittig . He’s just launched Wittig Works a personal training service and his band Pillar is writing their first album in many years. We talk music, health, fitness and taking first steps into a complete lifestyle change. Show Notes: Wittig Works Info: Website: www.wittigwor...
Jan 11, 2014•44 min
Tim was born in Taiwan, but at the age of 10, legally moved to Miami with his mother and sister, where they lived for seven years (with a good chunk of that time also spent in Ecuador) before a legal mess ensued, forcing them to return to Taiwan. They managed to make their way to Canada, and then back into the U.S., but were forced to live in fear and anonymity for nearly 20 years. Now a legal citizen, Tim is finally ready to open up about this harrowing period of his life, starting with A Memor...
Jul 21, 2013•1 hr 5 min
In this imprompu episode, Sean drinks Gin & Fresca, attempts a call-in show and ends up talking to Joey for almost an hour about Gay Marriage and other random topics. Enjoy!
Jun 30, 2013•58 min
On June 19th, Exodus International (a Christian “Gay Therapy” organization well known for their “Pray The Gay Away” strategies) announced that they were closing up shop. This announcement was came by way of Alan Chambers, president of Exodus International with a blog post simply titles “ I Am Sorry. ” Chambers then announced a day later at the 38th Annual Exodus Freedom Conference that Exodus International would close it’s doors. Some critics are suspect. John Shore lays out that this is simply ...
Jun 24, 2013•54 min
Greg Horton ( @expastor ) joins us this week to discuss skepticism and theology. We piggyback off of last week’s podcast with Tripp Fuller, so I suggest you give that one a listen before this one. Enjoy! Show Notes: Greg Horton interviews Trip Fuller Suggested Reading: Christian America?: Perspectives on Our Religious Heritage Schools Of Theology: Calvinism TULIP Reformed Theology Process Theology Charismatic Movement Dispensationalism...
Jun 10, 2013•1 hr 11 min
These past couple of months have peaked our curiosity in Process Theology. So, we enlisted the help of Tripp Fuller from the Homebrewed Christianity and the Theology Nerd Throwdown podcasts to explain to us what the hell “Process Theology” actually is. The result? We’ve barely scratch the surface. Enjoy! Show Notes: Guest: Tripp Fuller Website: Homebrewed Christianity Links of Interest: Baptist Aids Partnership Of America Suggested reading: How Southern Baptist Theology Has Changed and What it M...
Jun 02, 2013•1 hr 23 min
The AxPx Podcast is a year old! Wow. I had no idea it would last this long. Joey and I reflect on how we’ve grown this past year. We’re both more comfortable in our skins and realize that a sense of community is to thank for that. We’re both looking forward to the conversations we’re lining up for the rest of 2013. Enjoy! Show Notes: During the podcast, I mention SKPTC . It’s a new meet-up I’m starting up. When Joey and I are talking about it, I mistakenly say our first meeting is this week. Tha...
May 25, 2013•1 hr 13 min
Sorry it’s been a while. Sean checks in with the announcement of SKPTC . A local meet-up that will begin in Temecula, California on June 5th. SKPTC: Beer, Wine & Free Thought June 5th at Crush and Brew in Temecula, CA Click the above link to RSVP
May 24, 2013•12 min
This week, I (Sean) travel to Brea, California to visit the Brea Congregational United Church of Christ . I went to the morning Sunday School where they were doing A Faith & Reason series by John Dominic Crossan “The Challenge of Jesus,” then I visited the church service. Everyone at the church had a smile on their face. This was a faith community that was non-judgmental, greeting me with love and genuine joy. Most notably, Brea Congregational UCC was a place where members of the LGBTQ commu...
May 04, 2013•1 hr 30 min
Sean and Joey have a casual conversation with Rob Davis ( @coffeeorsuicide ) about doubt, depression, health and balancing doubt, unbelief and a healthy lifestyle. Show Notes: Musical Break #1: Mike Hale, “ Fuck The World ” from the album Broken With No Hope . Musical Break #2: Mike Hale, “ Lives Like Mine ” from the album Lives Like Mine ....
Apr 16, 2013•1 hr 42 min
This week Sean sits down with the Worship Pastor of The Bridge Church , Aaron Crane . We talk about his personal journey, God, and the nature of worship. Show Notes Musical Break #1: Matt Redman , “ 10,000 Reasons ” from the album 10,000 Reasons . Musical Break #2: Bethel Live , “ You Have Won Me ” from the album For The Sake Of The World . [youtube]http://youtu.be/GhYuA0Cz8ls[/youtube]...
Apr 06, 2013•1 hr 43 min
The History Channel ‘s presentation of the miniseries “event” The Bible has sparked reactions of all kinds. From Mega-Church Evangelicals like Rick Warren and Joel Olsteen enthusiasm about the “power” of the show, to biblical scholars such as Dr. Joel M. Hoffman voicing their distain for the show. After the first episode aired, we read many opinions on both sides. The one thing that didn’t seem to be discussed in depth was the obvious “Whitewashing” of all biblical characters. From the underwear...
Mar 19, 2013•1 hr 7 min
This week we try to scratch the surface of Evolution with the help of Rachel Nanon Brown ( @RachelNanon ) : Evolution Expert from Dogma Debate Radio , future Paleoanthropologist and research assistant at the Arlington Archosaur site , under Dr. Derek Main. There’s no way we can cover the enormity of this subject in just one podcast. Hopefully this episode is a springboard for many more episodes on the subject in the future! Show Notes The History Channel’s The Bible in under 10 Minutes: [youtube...
Mar 11, 2013•1 hr 19 min
In 1989, Steve Wells began creating what is now The Skeptic’s Annotated Bible (SAB). First it was something for his personal use but 24 years later it has become a valuable internet resource for Skeptics, Atheists and Agnostics. The SAB has just been released in book form and will no doubt be a “conversation starter” around the house. Joey and Sean talk to Steve Wells about the SAB and his book Drunk With Blood: God’s Killings In The Bible music by Bad Religion . Show Notes Guest: Steve Wells, a...
Mar 03, 2013•1 hr 19 min
This week we’re talking beer. And Jesus. Can they coexist? Ben Smith from Reclamation Brewing Company helps bring a Christian perspective to beer drinking and beer culture. Music by Tumbledown . Show Notes: Guest: Ben Smith of Reclamation Brewing Company Musical Break #1: Tumbledown “Lets Drink” from the album Tumbledown . Musical Break #2: Tumbledown “Empty Bottle” from the album Empty Bottle . Suggested Reading: What Would Jesus Drink: What the Bible Really Says About Alcohol by Brad Whittingt...
Feb 19, 2013•1 hr 14 min
In 2006, Shawn Nelson was a successful City Manager to one of the fastest growing cities in Southern California. However, in October of 2006 his life was drastically changed when his 24 year old son, Jake Nelson , was tragically killed in a car accident. This rocked him and his family to their core as they searched for meaning and purpose for this gaping hole in their lives. This week, Sean sits down to hear the story of tragedy, grief and hope as The Nelson’s focused their energy on Jacob’s Hou...
Feb 11, 2013•1 hr 30 min
Yesterday morning, President Obama spoke at the National Prayer Breakfast . Here is the audio. This opens up a discussion I want to focus a podcast on in the near future. Where do we draw the line between religion and politics? Here’s what the First Amendment of the United States Constitution states: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceabl...
Feb 08, 2013•18 min
Seth Andrews was once a Bible believing, God-fearing Christian radio DJ. He now is the host of a popular Atheist podcast radio show, with over 250,000 listeners and a devoted online community called The Thinking Atheist . Sean and Joey talk to him about his book “De-Converted: A Journey From Religion To Reason” and his journey. Show Notes Guest: Seth Andrews The Thinking Atheist Buy Seth’s book, De-Converted: A Journey From Religion To Reason: Kindle Edition Paperback Audible Audio Edition Music...
Feb 03, 2013•1 hr 8 min
On Thursday, January 24, 2013, Sean and Joey attended an exhibit at Loyola Marymount University entitled Manifold Greatness: The Creation & Afterlife of the King James Bible . Speaking at this exhibit was non-other than Bart D. Ehrman , James A. Grey Distinguished Professor of Religious Studies, UNC Chapel Hill and author of some of our favorite books including: Forged , Jesus, Interrupted and Misquoting Jesus . It was a memorable evening and we were able to record the lecture and (briefly) ...
Jan 27, 2013•1 hr 35 min
