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Heretic Happy Hour

Religion EN ↓ 474 episodes

Heretic Happy Hour is an unapologetically irreverent, crass, and sometimes profound conversation about the intersection of culture and the Christian faith. Hosts Keith Giles and Matthew J. Distefano, alongside a rotating panel of guest hosts that include theologians and therapists, professors and prophets, mystics and misfits, pull no punches and leave no stones unturned. For some serious sacred cow-tipping, there’s nothing better than spending an hour of your time with us. New shows every Tuesday, with bonus episodes on Fridays and Sundays.

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Religion

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

#023: Creativity and Spirituality (HOTW: David Hayward) 15.05.2018

How do artists tap into the creative spark of the Divine? Plus, what does the Naked Pastor say about art and faith? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#022: The Cosmic Christ (HOTW: Richard Rohr) 01.05.2018

"Christ" was not Jesus's last name. That's why we need to talk about the reality of Christ and our new identity as "little Christs" who embody the Divine here and now. Plus, Richard Rohr as our HOTW. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#021: What Is Salvation? (HOTW: Bishop Carlton Pearson) 24.04.2018

If heaven and hell aren't about the afterlife, then what is salvation really about? Plus, Bishop Carlton Pearson from the Netflix biopic  Come Sunday is our HOTW. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#020: Creation Mandate: Rape, Rule, or Revere? (HOTW: Mike Morrell) 17.04.2018

Is Earth ours to exploit, or to care for? If it's all gonna burn, why bother? Plus, Mike Morrell as our Heretic of the Week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#019: Embracing Mystery and the Danger of Certainty (HOTW: Matthew Distefano) 03.04.2018

The opposite of faith is not doubt, it's certainty. So, why are we so afraid to be wrong? Plus another new theme song from our fans and our very own Matthew Distefano as the HOTW. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#018: The End Times Conspiracy Exposed! LIVE Part 2 20.03.2018

We take questions from our live audience about the End Times and the Second Coming. Plus, more about Mary Magdalene, our "Willy Nilly" approach to scripture, and why we love/hate Paul's eschatology. PLUS: Live music from Barrett Johnson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#017: The End Times Conspiracy Exposed! LIVE Part 1 13.03.2018

What if Jesus isn't coming back soon? We explore the damage done by fear-based Futurism and alternative views of Apocalypse. Featuring live music from Barrett Johnson and HOTW: John Nelson Darby. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#016: Is Jesus God? (HOTW: Bart Ehrman) 06.03.2018

Is Jesus God? Our conversation with Bart Ehrman in this episode leads us to explore this question of Christ's Deity. What are the implications if Jesus was—or was not—God? Plus, more hilarious Heretic Hotline messages and other surprises. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#015: A Wretch Like Me? (HOTW: Benjamin L. Corey) 20.02.2018

Does God see us as miserable worms? What if our view of ourselves is totally wrong? Plus, our Heretic of the Week: Benjamin L. Corey Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#014: Does God Have A Penis? (HOTW: Mark Karris) 06.02.2018

Aren't we all made in God's image? If so, why do some act as if God is Male? Heretic of the Week: Mark Karris and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#013: Gender Wars with guest host Amanda Iosa (HOTW: Jory Micah) 23.01.2018

As former misogynists raised by misogynists, how can our male hosts overcome the gender divide? Listen and learn. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#012: The Accuser (HOTW: Derek Webb) 09.01.2018

What's the best way to respond when you're falsely accused? A discussion about blind spots, boundaries, and grace. Heretic of the Week: Derek Webb, and much more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#011: Hell Yes or Hell No? LIVE Part 2 26.12.2017

Part 2 of our first-ever LIVE podcast recording features a live Q&A session about hell, the afterlife, and the emotional consequences of deconstruction. Plus, an original song by Barrett Johnson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#010: Hell Yes or Hell No? LIVE Part 1 19.12.2017

Part 1 of our first-ever LIVE podcast recording gets blazing hot as we discuss everyone's favorite topic, hell! Plus, live theme song sing-along by Barrett Johnson. Our Heretic of the Week is Saint Nicholas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#009: The Biblical Canon (HOTW: John Fugelsang) 05.12.2017

Where did we get our Bible? Who decided which books were inspired or not? Plus, Heretic of the Week: John Fugelsang, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#008: Can We Know God Apart From the Bible? 28.11.2017

Can we know God apart from the Bible? How did Christians know Jesus before the scriptures were canonized? What does the Bible say about this? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#007: The Elephant in the Room 21.11.2017

In this special episode, our hosts discuss how they deal with their own disagreements over theology and what it looks like to extend grace to one another. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#006: Do We Worship Jesus or the Bible? (HOTW: Brad Jersak) 07.11.2017

Is the Trinity made of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Bible? Some Christians think so. Plus, our Heretic of the Week is Brad Jersak, author of Her Gates Will Never Be Shut . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#005: Discovering Christ in "Non-Christian" Things 24.10.2017

What happens when you find out that Buddhists, Muslims, Sikhs and even Socrates himself, agrees with Jesus? Listen as we discuss the unexpected similarities found in non-Christian places. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#004: The Big Thumb of Religion 10.10.2017

"Do you kiss your mama with that mouth?" In this episode we talk about bad language, being offended, and the tension between our freedom in Christ and causing the weaker brother—or sister—to stumble. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#002: Total Agreement, Unity, and the Nashville Statement 26.09.2017

Ironically, every attempt Christians make to achieve unity through creeds or statements of faith only leads to more division. Is true unity possible without total agreement? Why does the Nashville Statement serve as a bad example for the rest of us? How can we hope to find common ground if we constantly define ourselves by who we’re against? This episode explores the virtues of listening to others...

#003: What Is a Christian? 26.09.2017

With over 35,000 different flavors of Christianity out there to choose from, how do we know what makes us a Christian? Is our faith based on what we believe? Or is it more about who we trust in and how we live our lives? What about good people who do wonderfully selfless things even though they’re not “Christians”? Is Gandhi burning in hell? Is Mother Theresa doomed for being a Catholic who prayed...

#001: Heresy Is in the Eye of the Beholder 26.09.2017

People shout “heresy” all the time these days. But what makes someone a real heretic? In this episode, the boys debate the finer points of heresy and discover how to recognize a true heretic when you see one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#000: Introducing Heretic Happy Hour 20.09.2017

In this introductory episode, Keith, Jamal, and Matthew discuss the purpose of the podcast, what to expect in future episodes, and what it means to be a "heretic" today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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