Bow Down: Spiritual Feminism Unleashed

Project Hail Mary is being lauded by audiences as a powerful, feel-good, sci fi film with a depth of character development, world building, and cinematic storytelling; but there is a message here even deeper than an enjoyable movie watching experience. In this episode of Bow Down! Reese and Dennis explore the spiritual messages of resistance, connection, self-sacrifice, and self-discovery in the n...

Everyone is trying our best to navigate the impossible gender dynamics of today. In light of the recently viral Vogue article, Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing Now? by Chanté Joseph, is there a healthy path forward for women interested in partnering with men? Welcome to Bow Down! a podcast by The Cohere Collective that discusses esoteric and empowered feminism every week. Be a part of the Collec...

We’re all for advocating for men’s mental health and supporting young men’s growth. But why do the conversations around young men’s growth always seem to involve women…? Dennis and Reese dive in to the recent viral episode of Diary of a CEO with Steven Bartlett and Dr. K discussing the male loneliness epidemic, porn addiction, and mental health. Welcome to Bow Down! a podcast by The Cohere Collect...

The biblical story of Ruth is most commonly told to teach lessons of loyalty, duty, and resilience. What if Ruth’s story was never one of loyalty, but one of self abandonment? This week on Bow Down! Reese and Dennis explore Ruth’s heroism and betrayal, Naomi’s strength and manipulation, Boaz’s committment and self-centeredness, and the much less discussed character of Orpah, perhaps the most loyal...

What if the world could end all conflict, but it meant no one had free will? In this episode of Bow Down! Reese and Dennis dive deep into the philosophical and emotional themes behind Season 1 of Pluribus: individuality vs collectivism, queer identity, shadow work, toxic positivity, and the unsettling idea that a perfectly happy world might actually be a dystopia. Welcome to Bow Down! a podcast by...

Is Human Consciousness Special? ***Spoilers for S1 of Pluribus throughout*** Join us to dive deep Pluribus, a show that quietly asks each of us to confront our own ego and if individuality is worth our capacity for harm. We cover it all, from comparing Pluribus to similar popular shows like Severance, unpacking the philosophical undertones of panpsychism, existentialism, and hedonism, the role of...

What does “masculinity” mean in today’s society? Are we still defining manhood based on the violence of the past, or based on our hopes for the future? In this episode, Reese and Dennis unpack Equimundo’s study, State of UK Men 2025, exploring how patriarchal expectations, socialization, and emotional stunting shape the daily reality of men today. Why do so many men feel disconnected? We must go b...

We’ve all seen the clips of churches refusing to give a struggling mom baby formula for her hungry child, but what are the real implications of this experiment? What does this actually tell us about our current society, the state of Christian Nationalism, and our relationship to community? In this episode, you’ll hear about: Why so many churches refused the request The church leaders attacking the...

How many times have you been told “You’re being too sensitive” or asked “Are you on your period?” How many times have you said these things? In this deeply honest and fiery episode, Reese and Dennis flip the script on classic gendered micro-aggressions. Drawing from their own experiences, emotional intelligence research, IFS Parts-Work, and an open-hearted desire to improve relationships, they unp...

Why do men mistake anger for power? And how can humor, play, and philosophy help us heal the wounds beneath the rage? Reese Brown and Dennis dive deep into Kyle Prue’s ”How to Piss Off Men,” exploring masculinity, anger, emotional literacy, and the playful path toward dismantling the patriarchy. Welcome to Bow Down! a podcast by The Cohere Collective that discusses esoteric and empowered feminism...

Esther’s story isn’t the tale of sweet obedience your Sunday School teacher told you. It’s a complex, political, and feminist **narrative about women navigating power in a patriarchal system. In this episode of Bow Down, Reese and Dennis unpack the Book of Esther through a feminist and deconstructionist lens, exploring Vashti’s revolutionary “no,” Esther’s strategic “yes,” and what both reveal abo...

In this episode of Bow Down, Reese Brown and Dennis dive deep into the viral ”Tradwife*”* trend, the so-called ”male loneliness epidemic,” and what “authentic masculinity” really looks like in 2025. From choice feminism to the shame surrounding vulnerability and sex work, Reese and Dennis unpack how social media shapes our ideas of gender, power, and love — and what it takes to live authentically...

At the height of the “Male Loneliness Epidemic,” and when getting married is provably the most detrimental financial and health decision a woman can make, did we need a movie where the our leading lady must pick a man in the face of the false dichotomy between love and money? Maybe, maybe not, but it certainly gave us a lot of talk about! In this episode of Bow Down, Reese and Dennis unpack Materi...

What do Twilight , Game of Thrones , Downton Abbey , and Rick & Morty have in common? They all reveal something about YOU. In this episode of Bow Down! Dennis and Reese dive into the Open Source Psychometric Character Quiz to discover which iconic fictional characters they are most like — and the results are surprising (and hilarious). From Scarlett O’Hara to Luna Lovegood, Lady Macbeth to Wil...

How do boundaries, safety, tools, and feminism powerfully intersect at our TTRPG gaming tables? In this episode of Bow Down , Reese and Dennis continue their deep dive into the intersection of feminism, womanhood, and tabletop RPGs. From Reddit horror stories to real-life roleplay challenges, they explore how boundaries, safety tools, and unspoken social dynamics impact marginalized folks at the t...

What’s the intersection between TTRPGs, empowerment, and the divine feminine? In this episode of Bow Down! Reese and Dennis unpack how Dungeons & Dragons has evolved from a male-centric, exclusionary game to one of today’s most inclusive storytelling spaces for women, femmes, queer folks, and exvangelicals navigating life through creative story telling and meaningful community. In this episode...

What if Eve wasn’t the downfall of humanity, but the first voice of empowerment, self-discovery, and divine feminine wisdom? In this episode, we deconstruct the story of Eve and Lilith through the lenses of feminist practice, gender dynamics, and radical spirituality. From communication skills to cis men’s roles in relationships, from shame to empowerment, we explore how this ancient myth still sh...

We’re exposing patriarchy, invisible labor, toxic masculinity, and modern gender roles in today’s episode of Bow Down! as we dive into the shockingly relevant 1970’s Feminist Manifesto, “I Want a Wife” by Judy Brady Syfers. Expect laughs, raw truth, and a few “wait… what?!” moments. From laughter to frustration to deep reflection, Reese and Dennis unpack why the essay hit so hard in 1971, why it s...

In this episode of Bow Down! Reese Brown and Dennis Carlson break down the controversial “10 Things Women Always Notice but Never Admit” article, and uncover the complex and layered ways that masculinity, patriarchy, and relationship expectations affect every individual. They dive into topics like toxic masculinity playbooks, alpha-male courses, dating “tests,” vulnerability, financial pressures,...

In this episode of Bow Down! Reese and Dennis delve into the themes of Squid Game Season 3, including their emotional investment, deep character analysis, and the show’s implications of motherhood, sacrifice, and feminism. They also discuss gender dynamics, the impact of capitalism on women, and the representation of transgender identity in the series. The conversation highlights the complexities...

In this episode of Bow Down!, a podcast exploring esoteric feminism, Reese Brown and Dennis Carlson delve into the biblical story of Delilah, exploring themes of power, agency, and morality. They discuss the historical context of Delilah's actions, the implications of her choices, and the nature of love and manipulation in relationships. They also explore the symbolism of hair in relation to mascu...

In this episode of Bow Down! a podcast that explores spiritual and esoteric feminism, our magical roots, and re-awakening the divine feminine, Reese Brown and Dennis Carlson explore the movie, The Devil Wears Prada, a favorite of our hosts! Using the film’s themes of self-perception, societal pressures, womanhood, and ambition, they discuss the realities of being a professional woman, the impossib...

This week, Reese and Dennis explore the significant astrological transit of Uranus moving into Gemini, discussing its implications for personal transformation, relationships, and societal change. They reflect on their personal experiences with the transit, emphasizing the themes of chaos, revolution, and the unveiling of truths. The discussion also touches on the political landscape and the import...

In this episode of Bow Down! Reese draws on her 13 years of tarot experience to give Dennis a reading on his current energy and life circumstances. Before diving into the reading, Dennis and Reese briefly discuss their personal relationship to tarot and how being raised in the Christian Church impacts a connection to the metaphysical practice. Reese dives into how she discovered tarot and how she...

In this episode of Bow Down! Reese and Dennis discuss Biblical Womanhood through the lens of Mary Magdalene. The first apostle, arguably the first Christian, and a feminist icon, Mary’s legacy has been veiled, reinvented, rediscovered, and morphed by so many voices throughout history. Most of these voices? Men leaders in the church, with everything to gain from undermining a woman’s power. In this...