NY Times Best-selling author, Neale Donald Walsch, shares his experiences and his conversations with God. His newest, and potentially final book, GodTalk, released just two months before the recording. GodTalk includes more of Walsch's thoughts and revelations, intermixed with stories from every day average people who realized God was speaking to them in different situations, through friends and family, and in the most unexpected ways. Is God a man? Is God speaking to all of us? Does God have a ...
Apr 04, 2024•55 min•Ep 28•Transcript available on Metacast Brother-Sister duo, James and Lauren, from the Sorta Kinda Funny Podcast join us for a festive chat focused on leaving the Mormon church. What does the Book of Mormon teach? Why is some if it harmful? What lessons did they learn that led them to reevaluate their religion? And are boobs even real? This and more in a great, educational and entertaining bonus episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 29, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep 27•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Bridget Cole Williams, M.D. and career family physician shares her story on how research, data, and facts changed her mind on cannabis and its essential use in medicine. Now, as a published author, speaker, and advocate for cannabis, she helps inform us as she does her patients, on the truth behind why CBD, THC, and all the various ingredients have been historically taboo, outlawed, stigmatized, and demonized...and what they can actually offer from a medicinal stance, beyond the euphoria. Sh...
Oct 31, 2023•44 min•Ep 26•Transcript available on Metacast Our Season 2 Finale is full of laughs, call-backs, recaps and cameos! Plus fantastic conversation and music from Brendan and Gabrielle of Wheatus! The focus of our main discussion is on Modern Dating. It's a far cry from what we witnessed in years past. Where meeting at a bar or on a dating app was stigmatized even a decade ago, is now par for the course. For singles, searching for love, sex, companionship or even just a positive experience, how does it work? Is success in any form a rare commod...
Sep 02, 2023•3 hr•Ep 25•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode we delve into the complexities of the D word: Divorce. Tune in as Matt and returning guests Natalie Duvnjak and Peter Toomey discuss exploring the emotions and personal growth that accompany this life-altering process. Through candid stories and expert insights from Dr. Jen and Joe Yensel of The Cole Center, they unpack what divorce looks and feels like from different circumstances. And of course, nothing heals heartache like good music. This week’s Musician Spotlight is on Bronx...
Aug 23, 2023•2 hr 46 min•Ep 24•Transcript available on Metacast As Season 2 nears its end, we take a temperature from people across the state, country, and globe. Is our hypothesis, that most of us live somewhere left or right of center, accurate? Dozens of interviews recorded at the annual Twins Days Festival, where twins, families, and visitors from all over the world come together to celebrate the uniqueness of twins. The producers break down the answers and share their thoughts. Is there hope for us as a people to reunite and coexist? Featuring an interv...
Aug 16, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep 23•Transcript available on Metacast In this compelling episode, we have eye-opening discussions with survivors of various religious cults. Our guests share deeply personal experiences as victims of the misuse of religious texts and promises of a greater life or afterlife. These accounts serve as cautionary tales, reminding us to use skepticism, critical analysis, and a steadfast commitment to personal agency. Especially in the face of influential figures who exploit faith and the spiritually vulnerable for their own selfish gain. ...
Aug 09, 2023•2 hr 13 min•Ep 22•Transcript available on Metacast What happens when the Good Book is used with less than good intentions? Join us as we delve into the topic of fear-based Bible teachings and explore ways in which deceptive interpretations of scripture have been utilized to instill fear, manipulate behavior, and maintain control. We have faith in the fact that you are going to appreciate the heavenly sounds of Eli Ray in this week's Musician Spotlight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 19, 2023•2 hr 31 min•Ep 21•Transcript available on Metacast An insightful discussion about what it means to be the best version of YOU. With a wonderful panel of guests who are passionate about personal growth. Their anecdotes, stories and experiences offer relatable insights into the challenges and triumphs of the journey towards being your overall best self mentally, physically, and emotionally. With a kickass mental health soundtrack from DuPont Brass - visit dupontbrass.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 12, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Ep 20•Transcript available on Metacast Join us for a candid conversation about death and grief from the perspective of our co-producer, Porche Brenner, and our returning panelist, Rachel Aidala, who both experienced the devastating loss of a loved one. We're also joined by our good friend and Pastoral Care Director, Shannon M. Blower, as well as a new voice on the panel, Hospice and Palliative Care Doctor, Dr. Luke Hashiguchi, who provide insight and guidance as those who provide comfort and care for the dying, as well as the people ...
Jul 05, 2023•2 hr 41 min•Ep 19•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we discuss the flaws in the education system in America from the viewpoint of educators and parents. They share their experiences navigating the system and give insight into how funding, politics, fear, violence, and more impact educators, students, parents, and our society at large. With our Musician Spotlight on Marcellus Hall & The Hostages. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 28, 2023•2 hr 31 min•Ep 18•Transcript available on Metacast A wild episode from the final recording of 2022, on Dec. 28th, Matt's b-day! New faces, returning guests, and special surprises fill an entertaining episode for Season 2. They share their controversial takes on everything from music and films to God and Santa Claus. Is the Rock a good actor? Does Porche actually like Polka music? Is Stanley Kubrick overrated? And who the hell is Hawkman!?! This and more....welcome to the $#!tShow! With panelist and musical guest, E.W. Harris -- including a 'live...
Jun 21, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Ep 17•Transcript available on Metacast Many of us who were raised by more traditional parents grew into adults and witnessed a totally different type of child – the one kicking the back of our seat on the airplane or throwing a public fit with no parental invention. We’ve also seen this completely different parent than what we remember. This new one who seems passive, if not permissive. The parent who acts like BFFs with the hell-raiser as opposed to the guardian and authority figure. And so we’ve been told they’re “gentle parents.” ...
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep 16•Transcript available on Metacast A frustrating topic leads to a heated debate: Cancel Culture. What does it look like? Does it really exist or is it a facade? The Right and the Left clash over what's considered canceled and what's simply the public using their voices to hold the powerful accountable. Do corporations actually have a moral cause or are they doing a consumer risk assessment by un-backing celebrities and/or brands who have scandal attached to them? Is pulling up a 10-year-old social media post a relevant measure of...
Jun 07, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep 15•Transcript available on Metacast As a perfect follow-up to the previous episode on purity culture, the Going There team takes a road trip to Philadelphia, PA, for a special one-on-one conversation. Matt meets with Erica Smith, the creator of the Purity Culture Dropout program and author of My Sexual Values Workbook. Erica talks to her experience in working with clients traumatized by church and religious teachings on purity, what the healing process looks like, and all the ways it can rear its ugly head. Matt shares his candid ...
May 31, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Ep 14•Transcript available on Metacast Especially prevalent in the 1990s and early 2000s, the phenomenon known as purity culture reached a nationwide status and was echoed by the Evangelicals and moral majority. It focused on waiting until marriage to remain 'pure' in God's eyes. From purity rings, v-card declarations, body and sex shaming, anti-feminist ideologies and teachings of eternal damnation, this cultural issue impacted the lives of millions. While it has largely dissolved into yesteryear, the trauma and emotional scars stil...
May 24, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep 13•Transcript available on Metacast As a culture, we've become addicted to true crime content, whether a podcast, streaming series, or documentary. Can consuming true crime content in heavy doses verge on being irresponsible? What's the difference between a docuseries and a dramatized serial? Are our viewership and consumption dangerous or disrespectful to the ones who are left behind? Renown author James Renner joins the panel to discuss his first-hand experiences in the True Crime world. With musician spotlight on The River Drag...
May 17, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast Between the 24 hour news cycle, doom scrolling, and the presence of disinformation, it's hard not to spiral. But burying your head in the sand is not a viable option. How do we keep the balance? This informative discussion features veteran journalists, educators and communication professionals. Plus the musical stylings of Alex Ariff and The Wali Sanga. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 10, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast What happens when TV Shows, Movies, and art fall out of grace with our culture because of themes, characters and language being deemed as offensive? What makes a film or show controversial and what enables it to be redeemed? Are there objectively offensive works or does every piece of art deserve redemption? Can we reconcile the culture of the past and still salvage some of the art and expression of those films and shows? How do we move forward by learning from our past but not throwing the baby...
Dec 28, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast What is behind the "War on Christmas?" Where did it come from, and it is even a reality? In the eyes of conservative Christians, Christmas became a target in the as our culture has evolved to be more inclusive of other religions and holiday practices. The facade that the left is trying to "Cancel Christmas" by being more inclusive is the hill that some go to die on when it comes to the holidays. Featuring the festive music of artists of Mayhem Music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...
Dec 21, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast On June 24, 2022, the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 Supreme Court decision that affirmed the constitutional right to abortion. Over decades, research has demonstrated that abortion bans most severely impact people in marginalized groups who already struggle to access health care, including abortion. Where do we draw the line on bodily autonomy? Is abortion healthcare? This is an incredibly polarizing topic that we HAVE to talk about. With Musician Spotlight: My_Kayla...
Dec 14, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast Join Matt and Lindsay as they chat with Kate aka The Girl with A Microphone about how it feels to stand up for those who are targeted and how overnight-internet-celebrity has two very different sides of an important coin. Social justice isn't new, and those who work to uphold it have been there from the start. The biggest changes in social justice awareness were observed when we paired amateur cell phone video with the magical landscape that is the internet. Suddenly, we were seeing these social...
Dec 07, 2022•59 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast Organized religion has been around for thousands of years. Christianity has defined its practices on loving thy neighbor and treating others with kindness... but there is a dark side that only some are brave enough to speak out about. Ostracized and discredited by their congregations, and even friends and family, these individuals shed light on one of the most systematic methods of abuse that our country has even seen. Featuring a panel of church trauma survivors, including Megan Cox who survive...
Nov 30, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast The body positivity movement of late is in stark contrast to what most of us grew up with, including body negativity, fat shaming, and diet culture. We're joined by a health coach, weight-loss cult trauma survivor, and body positivity advocate to discuss this heavy topic. Personal stories, experiences and trauma shape our self-image and play into some of these dangerous societal norms. Musician spotlight: Abby Feldman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Nov 23, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast The panel discusses our short attention spans with caring for devastating events and loss. Gun violence, Covid, Ukraine, hurricanes, and the list goes on. Hashtags trend for a few days and then we, as a society move on. Leaving behind only our empty thoughts and prayers. Musician Spotlight: Evan Crommett. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 16, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast What comes to mind when you hear the term "Baby Boomer"? How about someone in Generation X? What do you think of when you hear someone's a Millennial? How about Gen Z? These generational identities span more than 50 years and make up almost the entirety of all adults in the US today. A panel representing all of these generations discuss the events, societal norms and communication styles that define each of these groups in their small snapshots of time. We ask you to challenge your own ideas and...
Nov 09, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast With all the issues the next generation are going to have to live through: School shootings, the global climate crisis, democracy at risk of being dismantled, and many more, we pose a serious and complicated question... is the future f*cked? Matt is joined by an economist, a public servant, a child psychologist, parents and a pre-K teacher to help unpack this topic. Musician Spotlight: Madison Cummins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Nov 02, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast In our Season 2 premiere, we ask the question "Where do we go from here?" It's meta in the sense that we're talking about the show as well as the state of the world. We're joined by a panel that includes a teacher, parents, a virologist and a vaccine guinea pig. Together they discuss how things have been since Season 1 and what the future might look like. Musician Spotlight: DJ $crilla. TheGoingTherePodcast.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 26, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast In the final Bonus Episode for Season 1, Matt catches up with journalist, presenter and podcaster Louise Blain of Podworld, Killt and BBC Radio 3. They nerd out on horror movies, video games, soundtracks, true crime and Michael Fassbender. Louise shares her experience of being a podcast & radio personality who stands for something in today’s divided world, while Matt sits, mesmerized by her accent and soothing voice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 11, 2021•30 min•Ep 30•Transcript available on Metacast Matt, Jo and LeJon are joined by podcast host David Loos of The Illuminating Mycelium show out of Minnesota. David shares his views on the importance of hallucinogens, especially psilocybin mushrooms. Jo chimes in on her positive experiences with certain drugs and LeJon tells his stories of bad trips as a cautionary tale of the wrong settings. The group quickly leaps into the conversation about Paganism's major influence on modern day Christianity...including psychedelic communion. See omnystudi...
Aug 04, 2021•25 min•Ep 29•Transcript available on Metacast 
