Lenny Duncan, former pastor, scholar and author of the new book, Dear Revolutionaries: A Field Guide for a World Beyond the Church, sits down with Tim to discuss their new book. Lenny describes their background in Lutheranism and how they left their pastoral position. Tim and Lenny discuss how white progressive denominations failed marginalized communities especially during the pandemic. They also discuss the background of Martin Luther and how it’s not possible to separate the secular from the ...
Aug 07, 2023•1 hr 9 min
Tim and Tripp Visited Springfield Missouri in July to scope out the location for Theology Beer Camp. While there, they did a live podcast and drank beer. Check out the Lineup and Join us in Missouri October 19th-21st! PROMOCODE: TNEGODPOD Support Our Work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Aug 04, 2023•2 hr 11 min
Dr. Scot McKnight, professor, theologian and author of the new book Revelation for the Rest of Us: A Prophetic Call to Follow Jesus as a Dissident Disciple, sits down with Tim to discuss his new book. Dr. McKnight explains his background in fundamental Evangelism. He also explains what caused him to deconstruct. Tim and Dr. McKnight discuss what prompted him to write about Revelation. They also discuss what surprised him in studying Revelation. Tim and Dr. McKnight discuss the problems with a li...
Jul 31, 2023•55 min
Dr. Mark Karris, therapist and author of the book The Diabolical Trinity: Healing Religious Trauma from a Wrathful God, Tormenting Hell, and a Sinful Self, sits down with Tim to discuss his book. Dr. Karris explains his background and how he ended up in the church. Tim and Dr. Karris discuss his reasons for writing the book and his own deconstruction. They also discuss the psychology of hell and a sinful self. Tim and Dr. Karris discuss religious trauma and how it isn’t widely understood. They a...
Jul 24, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Ally Henny, minister, podcast host and author of the new book, I Won’t Shut Up: Finding Your Voice When the World Tries to Silence You, sits down with Tim to discuss her book. Ally explains her background in black churches and her time in majority white Pentecostal churches. Tim and Ally discuss what the Episcopal denomination is. They also discuss what prompted Ally to write her book. Tim and Ally discuss the silencing of black women’s voices in white Evangelical spaces. Lastly, Ally gives a me...
Jul 17, 2023•1 hr 9 min
Will Harrison, therapist and moderator for TNE’s private Facebook group, talks with Tim about ableism in the church. Will explains his background and disability and when he began to deconstruct. Will and Tim discuss how the Evangelical church addresses ableism and treats those with disabilities. They also define ableism and how it makes navigation of faith in Evangelism difficult. Lastly, Tim and Will discuss how TNE can better provide a safer space for those who have disabilities. Follow Us On ...
Jul 10, 2023•52 min
In this episode Tim and Noah sit down to process their current thoughts on church....and maybe going back? Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Support Our Work Get Tickets To Theology Beer Camp PROMOCODE: TNEGODPOD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jul 07, 2023•55 min
Dr. Isaac Sharp, scholar on the history of Evangelicalism and author of the new book, The Other Evangelicals: A Story of Liberal, Black, Progressive, Feminist, and Gay Christians and The Movement That Pushed Them Out, sits down with Tim to discuss his book. Dr. Sharp explains his background in Evangelicalism and why he wrote his new book. Tim and Dr. Sharp discuss how Evangelicals are defined. They also discuss the history of Evangelicalism often left out of white conservative Evangelical narrat...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 17 min
Tim posted a clip of Pastor Mike Warlond that went viral so Tim invited Pastor Mike on to talk. They talk about the Bible and Bibliolatry, the history of White Evangelicalism in America and how to stay humble and accountable running a mega church in Harlem NYC. Support Our Work Gets ticket to Theology Beer Camp Pastor Mike's Book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 29, 2023•57 min
Dr. Sean McDowell, professor, apologist and podcast host sits down with Tim to discuss timely issues of doctrine and the faith. Dr. McDowell explains some of his background and how he became an apologist. Tim and Dr. McDowell discuss the primary doctrine needed for salvation. They also discuss the idea of objective truth in Christianity. Tim and Dr. McDowell discuss the mystery of the gospel and the apologetic industry. Lastly, the discuss sexual ethics role in salvation. Follow Us On Instagram ...
Jun 26, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Amanda Tyler, executive director of the Baptist Joint Committee, an organization committed to ensuring the religious freedom of ALL Americans shares her experience attending the far right Re-Awaken America tour. A tour that travels the country to wake patriots up to danger of the deep state and the plot to overthrow America's Christian heritage. Support Our Work Theology Beer Camp Details Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 21, 2023•1 hr
Tamice Spencer-Helms, speaker, theologian and author of the book, Faith Unleavened: The Wilderness Between Trayvon Martin and George Floyd, sits down with Tim to discuss her book. Tamice explains her background in the black church and how she ended up at a white church. Tim and Tamice discuss how white Jesus represented the system of whiteness in the church. Tim and Tamice discuss the definition of whiteness. Lastly, they discuss how white Christians can become effective allies to black American...
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr 7 min
Dr. Constantine Campbell, New Testament scholar, documentary host and author of the book, Jesus v. Evangelicals: A Biblical Critique of a Wayward Movement, sits down with Tim to discuss his book. Dr. Campbell explains his background in Evangelicalism and how he decided to write a book about American Evangelism. Tim and Dr. Campbell discuss Christian Nationalism in Evangelicalism. They also discuss the causes for issues that have risen from celebrity pastors. Lastly, Tim and Dr. Campbell discuss ...
Jun 12, 2023•58 min
Have you seen the recent Hillsong documentary on FX The Secrets of Hillsong? Tim brings on Janice and Tiff who were both featured in the documentary to get their unfiltered thoughts about the documentary, what it did well, and where it missed the mark. Pre-Sale Tickets now available for Theology Beer Camp 2023 - https://homebrewedchristianity.lpages.co/tbc23/ Donate to The New Evangelicals - https://donorbox.org/tne-launch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 26 min
Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA and Turning Point Faith hosted over a thousand pastors in Nashville, Tennessee uniting them around "tyrannical" COVID restrictions and the belief that the Church is under attack in America. This event hosted dozens of speakers all reinforcing these beliefs. Tim Whitaker from the New Evangelicals attended the event to listen to what was said on stage and to talk to people. Here's the recap. Support Our Work - https://donorbox.org/tne-launch Watch the...
Jun 02, 2023•33 min
Kristian A. Smith, online pastor, podcast host, social media content creator and author sits down with Tim to discuss his experience in the black church tradition. Kristian explains his background and what led him to deconstruct. Tim and Kristian discuss racism in both white and black churches. They also discuss decolonizing work that needs to be done in both white and black churches. Lastly, Tim and Kristian unpack privilege in both white and black churches. Follow us on Instagram @thenewevange...
May 29, 2023•1 hr 11 min
Joseph Yoo, pastor and author of the new book, When The Saints Come Flying In, sits down with Tim to discuss his book. Joseph explains his background. Tim and Joseph discuss how Joseph transitioned from being an ordained Methodist pastor to pastoring an Episcopal church. Tim and Joseph discuss the idea for his book. Lastly, Tim and Joseph discuss the issue of Christian Nationalism and how to resist it in a non-dehumanizing way. Read Joseph Yoo's Book Follow us on Instagram: @thenewevangelicals S...
May 23, 2023•1 hr 2 min
In this episode, Tim sits down with Jennifer Bird, PHD to discuss her research on the concept of marriage in the Bible. Dr. Bird explains how analyzing the genre and cultural context of the Bible challenges the validity of evangelical proof-texts for "biblical marriage" theology Dr. Bird also discusses why the words "husband" and "wife" don't belong in our English translations of Genesis, and why the Biblical depiction of marriage is driven by ownership, rather than love. Follow us on Instagram:...
May 23, 2023•1 hr 30 min
On this episode of the podcast Matt Matias owner of Memes4Jesus, one of the largest meme accounts on the internet comes on the podcast to talk about being a conservative christian but seeing the major rot in evangelical institutions. Matt and Tim talk about the world of memes, the recent meme wars and how Matt reconciles his traditional sexual ethic with his admission that the Church has caused great harm to the Queer community. Support Our Work Here Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/...
May 10, 2023•1 hr 48 min
Dr. Pete Enns, theologian, scholar, podcast host of The Bible for Normal People and Faith for Normal People , and author of his new book, Curveball: When Your Faith Takes Turns You Never Saw Coming or How I Stumbled and Tripped My Way Into Finding a Bigger God , sits down with Tim to discuss his book. Pete explains where the title of his book originated. Tim and Pete discuss different themes in the book like the various Biblical perspectives that contradict uniformity of theology, science and it...
May 08, 2023•1 hr 23 min
Josh Porter, musician, pastor and author of the new book Death to Deconstruction: Reclaiming Faithfulness as an Act of Rebellio n, sits down with Tim to discuss his book. Josh explains his background in evangelicalism and now it led him to the music he was involved with for many years. Tim and Josh discuss what led him to write his book. They also discuss both the controversial and provocative aspects of the book. Lastly, Tim and Josh discuss where he is in the Christian tradition Follow us on I...
May 01, 2023•1 hr 24 min
Author and activist Shane Claiborne joins Tim on the podcast to talk about Shane's newest book Rethinking Life and about their recent trip to Nashville, TN to protest for gun legislation Donate and Tell us your Holy Sh!T Moment Shane's Book Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Apr 27, 2023•1 hr 16 min
Dr. Thomas Jay Oord, scholar and author of the books, God Can't: How to Believe in God After Abuse, Tragedy and Other Evils , and Open and Relational Theology , sits down with Tim to discuss Open and Relational Theology. Dr. Oord explains his background in Evangelism. Tim and Dr. Oord discuss Open Theology. Tim and Dr. Oord discuss, the power of God, defining the love of God, and explaining God's relationship to evil. Lastly, Tim and Dr. Oord discuss God's desires. Follow us on Instagram: @thene...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 18 min
Dr. Bart Ehrman, scholar, professor, social media content creator, and author or the new book Armageddon: What the Bible Really Says About the End , sits down with Tim to discuss his book. Dr. Ehrman explains his background in Christianity and his departure from it. Tim and Dr. Ehrman discuss the reason for the new book's subject matter. Tim and Dr. Ehrman discuss what type of Biblical literature Revelation is and what apocalyptic literature is. Dr. Ehrman explains the controversies in the book ...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 5 min
On this special episode Tripp Fuller and Tim respond to a podcast episode between Jonny Root (Turning Point Faith) and Virgil Walker (G3 Ministries) discussing if you can be a democrat and be a christian. Tim and Tripp walk through the entire podcast giving their own commentary as they go along. Support Our Work Listen To Tripp's Podcast Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...
Apr 05, 2023•2 hr 2 min
Jessica Willis Fisher, musician, former reality television star and author of the book Unspeakable: Surviving My Childhood and Finding My Voice , sits down with Tim to discuss her book. Jessica explains her background on reality television and as an entertainer. Jessica and Tim discuss what was happening inside her family growing up. They also discuss how the abuse she experienced was allowed to continue because of the theology she was taught. Lastly, Tim and Jessica discuss how she is processin...
Apr 03, 2023•1 hr 25 min
Josh Sherif, pastor and author, and Sarah Tierney, author and mental health therapist, sit down with Tim to discuss their book, The Stranger at our Shore: How Immigrants and Refugees Strengthen the Church. Josh and Sarah both explain their backgrounds: Josh as an Egyptian immigrant and Sarah as the daughter of missionaries. Tim, Sarah and Josh discuss the premise behind their book. Tim and Josh discuss his story as an immigrant in the Evangelical church. Tim, Sarah and Josh discuss how politics ...
Mar 27, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Billie and Paul Hoard, authors of Eucontamination: A Christian Study in the Logic of Disgust and Contamination sit down with Tim to discuss their journal article. Billie and Paul summarize their background and how that led them to research disgust and write their article. Tim, Billie and Paul discuss what disgust is and how it is emotionalized. Tim, Billie and Paul discuss how disgust became a part of purity culture. They also discuss how the church and far right media weaponize disgust against ...
Mar 20, 2023•1 hr 14 min
Dr. Anthea Butler, professor and author of the book, White Evangelical Racism: The Politics of Morality in America, sits down with Tim to discuss the book. Dr. Butler explains some of her background and how she became a historian. Tim and Dr. Butler discuss how her book came about. Tim and Dr. Butler discuss the dynamics of white Evangelicalism with far right groups. They also discuss how to resist the Christian Nationalism coming from white Evangelical spaces. Lastly, Tim and Dr. Butler discuss...
Mar 13, 2023•50 min
Authors of the Great Sex Rescue and mother daughter duo, Scheila Gregoir and Rebecca Lindenbach come on the show for an emergency episode to talk about the Gospel Coalition's recent piece titled Sex Won't Save You (But It Points to the One Who Will) By Josh Butler. This episode does contain sexually explicit language but is an important dialogue about the penis centered sexual ethic many in the Evangelical culture have. Read the article here Check out Sheila and Rebecca's Work Support Our Work H...
Mar 03, 2023•58 min
