This week is a very special episode! We bring you the first recording of Pete Rollin’s Pints & Parables. Pete gave this talk in Grand Rapids, Michigan in front of a live audience. We selected a handful of the parables performed for this very special recording. Pete is a provocative writer, philosopher, storyteller and public speaker who has gained an international reputation for overturning traditional notions of religion and forming “churches” that preach the Good News that we can’t be sati...
Aug 09, 2016•1 hr 10 min
If you’re digging what we’re doing here consider making a small donation. Maintaining a podcast isn’t cheap and every dollar donated helps us to keep this thing going. Money donated goes to helping to purchase research materials, maintenance of the website, storage of episodes, etc. Click the link below to donate and thank you so much: https://squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists This week we speak with Steven Hassan. Steven is widely considered to be one of the foremost experts in mind cont...
Aug 03, 2016•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 22
If you’re digging what we’re doing here consider making a small donation. Maintaining a podcast isn’t cheap and every dollar donated helps us to keep this thing going. (as well as buy us a drink) https://squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists This week we speak with Dr. Andrew Newberg. Dr. Newberg is a neuroscientist who studies the relationship between brain function and various mental states. He is a pioneer in the neurological study of religious and spiritual experiences, a field known as “...
Jul 26, 2016•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 21
If you’re digging what we’re doing here consider making a small donation. Maintaining a podcast isn’t cheap and every dollar donated helps us to keep this thing going. Click the link below to donate: https://squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists This week we speak with Krista Tippett about a range of topics and subject her to the first ever lightening round! She knocks it out of the park! Krista is an American Peabody Award winning journalist, New York Times best selling author, and entrepren...
Jul 20, 2016•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 20
If you are digging what we're doing here, maybe you'd like to make a small donation? Think of it as a tip or an "atta boy guys! Keep at it!" Doing this isn't cheap but we'll keep at it as long as we have a few pennies left in our accounts. Click the link below. We'll probably buy books, beer or techincal crap. Love you. squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists The triumphant return of our dear friend Dr. Alexander Shaia! We dive right into more of his fascinating work on the Quadrates or Four Pa...
Jul 13, 2016•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 19
If you are digging what we're doing here, maybe you'd like to make a small donation? Think of it as a tip or an "atta boy guys! Keep at it!" Doing this isn't at all cheap but we'll keep at it as long as we have a few pennies left in our accounts. Click the link below. We'll probably buy books, beer or techincal crap. Love you. squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists This week we spent some time nerding out with Jack Caputo. Highly influential to the ideas talked about on this podcast, Jack has ...
Jul 06, 2016•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 18
If you are digging what we're doing here, maybe you'd like to make a small donation? Think of it as a tip or an "atta boy guys! Keep at it!" Doing this isn't at all cheap but we'll keep at it as long as we have a few pennies left in our accounts. Click the link below. We'll probably buy books, beer or techincal crap. Love you. squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists On this episode: Is deconstruction negative? What about reconstruction? Do these two ideas cooperate or compete? John and Adam tac...
Jun 29, 2016•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 17
If you are digging what we're doing here, maybe you'd like to make a small donation? Think of it as a tip or an "atta boy guys! Keep at it!" Doing this isn't at all cheap but we'll keep at it as long as we have a few pennies left in our accounts. Click the link below. We'll probably buy books, beer or techincal crap. Love you. squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists The lovely Katharine Hayhoe is an atmospheric scientist and associate professor of political science at Texas Tech University, whe...
Jun 21, 2016•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Deconstruction, doubt, or any other crisis of faith can cause or exacerbate depression and/or anxiety. This is a special conversation where John shares about his personal struggle with depression. If you or someone you know is struggling with depression, anxiety or any kind of mental illness (including suicide, suicidal thoughts, or any kind of self-harm) please seek professional help immediately. This is a very common and very serious issue. for more information please go to: www.suicideprevent...
Jun 14, 2016•55 min
If you are digging what we're doing here, maybe you'd like to make a small donation? Think of it as a tip or an "atta boy guys! Keep at it!" Doing this isn't at all cheap but we'll keep at it as long as we have a few pennies left in our accounts. Click the link below. We'll probably buy books, beer or techincal crap. Love you. squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists On this episode, John and Adam dig deep into some critical issues with Tony Jones. Buckle up! Tony Jones is an American theologian...
Jun 07, 2016•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 15
If this podcast is something that you dig, if it gives you life in any way, please consider donating. We are really tired of stealing money from our parents when we go home to visit. We'll get caught eventually and it will be all your fault. Click the link below. We'll probably buy books, beer or techincal crap. Love you. https://squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists This week, we have the delightful honor of chatting with author, speaker and insanely cool canadian, Sarah freaking Bessey. She...
May 25, 2016•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 14
We talk with DC Talk member and brilliant solo artist Kevin Max. Kevin not only has one of the best rock voices of all time, he has some seriously interesting and provocative insights on what it looks like to be in the "bubble" of christian celebrity culture, choosing to take the "red pill" and step outside to find true identity. KevinMax.com Music on this episode provided by Kevin's new album Playing Games With The Shadow. If you have connected and benefited from this podcast, please consider m...
May 18, 2016•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Adam and John spend time with author Tad Delay. Tad's specialty is Psychoanalytical Theology (I know, right?)which is primarily concerned not with what we believe, but how our beliefs function. We are still mentally recovering from this enlightening, provocative and mind bending conversation! Enjoy! If you are benefiting from this podcast please support us by making a small donation at: https://squareup.com/store/thedeconstructionists Tad DeLay is a PhD student of philosophy of religion at Clare...
May 04, 2016•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 12
We have a blast talking to the always interesting and informative Mike McHargue of Ask Science Mike and The Liturgists. Songs on this episode by Son Lux - if you haven't started listening to Son Lux yet... you're missing out http://music.sonluxmusic.com/ http://mikemchargue.com/ask-science-mike/ Mikes forthcoming book Finding God In The Waves can be pre ordered here www.findinggodinthewaves.com Mike McHargue (better known as Science Mike) is an author, podcaster, and speaker focused on the scien...
Apr 27, 2016•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Theologian and author Greg Boyd joins Adam and John to wade into some hot topics including: The myth of christian nationalism pacifism Doubt/deconstruction Open theism and much more Greg Boyd is an internationally recognized theologian, preacher, teacher, apologist and author. He has been featured on the front page of The New York Times, The Charlie Rose Show, CNN, National Public Radio, the BBC and numerous other television and radio venues. Greg received his Ph.D. from Princeton Theological Se...
Apr 20, 2016•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Adam and John spend some time with singer / songwriter / producer / remixer / noistrade founder / agitator Derek Webb talking about doubt, honesty, art, liturgy, community and much more. A 20+ year veteran of the music industry, Derek Webb has sold millions of albums as a founding member of Texas-based folk/rock band Caedmon’s Call, and ruffled political & spiritual feathers alike as a solo artist. He is also Co-Founder & President of the revolutionary tribe-building platform, NoiseTrade...
Apr 14, 2016•1 hr 39 min•Season 1Ep. 9
We talk with philosopher/theologian Pete Rollins about the true meaning of belief, deconstruction, pyro theology, backwards evangelism and so much more Peter is a provocative writer, philosopher, storyteller and public speaker who has gained an international reputation for overturning traditional notions of religion and forming “churches” that preach the Good News that we can’t be satisfied, that life is difficult, and that we don’t know the secret. Challenging the idea that faith concerns quest...
Apr 07, 2016•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 8
John and Adam conclude the 3 part Bible series with some final thoughts, rants, opinions, suggestions and some great recommended readings! James K.A. Smith - Who's Afraid of Postmodernism? Chapter 2 John Sailhammer - NIV Compact Commentary ANYTHING by Walter Brueggeman - specifically his short book “Struggling with Scripture” Karen Armstrong - The Bible: The Biography (and God: A Biography, The Case for God) Marcus Borg - Reading the Bible again for the first time Edmund Clowney - The Unfolding ...
Apr 04, 2016•51 min
Adam and John bring the Bible series to a close with Dr. Alexander FREAKING Shaia! Alexander discusses his beautiful perspectives on the four Gospels which introduce a new (yet ancient) way of seeing these accounts of Jesus the Christ. Are the Gospels merely biographies of the life of Jesus? Are we supposed to find some significance in the facts of his life? Maybe there was a deeper, richer, more inviting, disturbing and transformative meaning there from the very beginning. What if memorizing fa...
Mar 31, 2016•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Continuing their series on "The Bible", John and Adam spend some time with the brilliant and kind Dr. Timothy Mackie of The Bible Project. Dr. Mackie talks about what the Bible says it is. He focuses mainly on the Old Testament and invites us to consider that perhaps our 21st century, western christian way of approaching The Bible might be wrong. In fact, Dr. Mackie admits that we must be willing to admit at any moment that we could be wrong about all of this. This series is only an intro series...
Mar 23, 2016•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 6
John and Adam kick off part 1 of a 3 part series on deconstructing how we view THE BIBLE. This book (which isn't really a book) is divisive and problematic. It was written thousands of years ago and has been interpreted over and over. Can we trust it? Should we just throw it out? Do we have to take it seriously? What does that mean? Adam and John try to take us to a place where we can ask: "Is it possible to bring this all down a few notches and chill a little?" Say tuned for the next 3 weeks as...
Mar 17, 2016•1 hr 32 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Rob Bell joins us to talk about doubt, faith, getting it wrong and wrestling to get it right. We talk about his new book, as well as many other topics! There is never a dull or uninspiring moment when Rob is dropping some knowledge on us! This will be the first of many with Rob. Check out his new book "How to be HERE: Notes on the art of thriving" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZCl4uMVrmI http://www.amazon.com/How-Be-Here-Creating-Living/dp/0062356291 ABOUT ROB Rob Bell is a bestselling author...
Mar 09, 2016•56 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Special guest host Jason Dunlap takes us on his journey from a Catholic upbringing through atheism to a more expansive, spiritual perspective of reality. We discuss dualistic thinking that keeps us all imprisoned in a narrow, oppressive view of each other. We also touch on topics such as transcendence, eastern mysticism, grace, and the power of presence (not to mention crazy water crystals that teach us about the nature of reality) For a great read on transcending a dualistic frame of thinking: ...
Mar 02, 2016•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 3
SHORT debrief on episode 2 - "doubting and belonging?" John and Adam want to make it clear that episode 2 is not about promoting church attendance or church in general. Just deliberate community. Even atheist philosopher Andre Comte-Sponville believes that deep, relational community is an essential component of human flourishing. Listen to this brief DEBRIEF on episode 2 and share your thoughts online at www.thedeconstructionists.com or email us at deconstructionistspodcast@gmail.com @deconstruc...
Feb 19, 2016•18 min
Is it possible to belong without believing? Is community possible while going through a deconstruction process? Can we avoid the big mistake of making beliefs the central premise of our love and commitment to others? There has to be a better way. Adam and John discuss these concepts and more with a special co-host, the devilishly handsome, witty, warm (and sometimes glib) Pastor Simon Forsythe. Simon has an uncanny knack for bringing messy, diverse people together. People who believe different t...
Feb 14, 2016•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Adam and John give a quick list of recommended reading for deconstructionists out there. More of these short episodes to come. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-deconstructionists/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Feb 08, 2016•10 min
What is deconstruction? Why is it a good idea? Who should participate in it? Who is welcome in this conversation? Show Notes: On this episode, John and Adam referenced a number of reading materials the listener might be interested in looking further into. Here is the article about using Derrida's notion of deconstruction on religion. Other Books referenced in this episode were Insurrection by Peter Rollins The Great Emergence by Phyllis Tickle Falling Upward by Richard Rohr Support this podcast ...
Jan 31, 2016•52 min•Season 1Ep. 1
