Mediocre Mystic

Religion EN ↓ 60 episodes

Hey Y'all! Grace here. If you, like me, have survived fundamentalism, I welcome you to this wholly irreverent space. A sanctuary of sorts for those of us who have broken free from all kinds of toxic, high-demand groups. Often in the process of deconstruction, we find ourselves left with a void held for the casseroles and the cobblers. You know, the dishes dropped off on our doorstep during challenging times as an expression of care and belonging. As we build this community, I look forward to satisfying that longing by writing new recipes together and gathering each episode to break digital br...

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Fundamental Shift: Am I Performing My Manhood Correctly? with Darren Calhoun 28.02.2021 43:16

On this episode James interviews Darren Calhoun. Darren shares his story out of toxic masculinity and the shift to becoming a good man. James reveals your responses to our survey on your idea of the ultimate man. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere you find your podcasts. You've heard from us, we want to hear from you! Referenced in this...

Fundamental Shift: A Mormon, A Couple Catholics, and A Couple Exvangelicals Walk Into A...Discussion About Purity Culture 31.01.2021 41:06

On this episode we're sharing some of your stories and ours about purity culture. Grace interviews three special guests who share their stories of growing up with purity culture in the Catholic and Mormon faith traditions. Grace and James share their stories of growing up with purity culture in evangelicalism. All of us share our shift of deconstruction out of that mindset, and reconstruction...

Fundamental Shift: Moore Magic! with Rev. Alison Moore 15.12.2020 1:01:32

On this episode Grace interviews Rev. Alison Moore. She shares her story of deconstructing from Fundamentalism, and reconstructing to get not only her shift together, but also to help others to do the same. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere you find your podcasts. You've heard from us, we want to hear from you! Interact with Alison Moo...

Fundamental Shift: All Aboard! James joins Grace on the Boat 08.12.2020 31:57

In this follow up episode Grace & James continue the conversation on friendship. Hear their shift from high school mates who barely spoke, to dear friends who start a podcast! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere you find your podcasts. You've heard from us, we want to hear from you! SEND US A TEXT Support the Show | Buy Me a Coffee Le...

Fundamental Shift: Boat Friends Forever with Grace & Fania 01.12.2020 42:30

20 Years is a long time! On this episode, special guest Fania, sits down with Grace to talk about all the shifts in their two decade long friendship. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere you find your podcasts. You've heard from us, we want to hear from you! Recommendations from Fania: BlackWomensBlueprint.org SisterSong.net SEND US A TEXT...

Fundamental Shift: Q&A Casserole 10.11.2020 47:06

Grace & James read and respond to listener comments and questions from y'all! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere you find your podcasts. You've heard from us, we want to hear from you! SEND US A TEXT Support the Show | Buy Me a Coffee Leave Us A Voicemail | 980.355.9665 Interact with Mediocre Mystic: Web | Email | Substack | X...

Fundamental Shift: And...Keep Calm 27.10.2020 27:57

In this follow up episode, Grace responds to your comments and questions. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere you find your podcasts. You've heard from us, we want to hear from you! Recommendations from Grace: Your own intuition Your own experience Your own truth SEND US A TEXT Support the Show | Buy Me a Coffee Leave Us A Voicemail | 9...

Fundamental Shift: Carry On, Grace 20.10.2020 35:29

In this episode get to know co-host Grace's story. Don't miss it! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere you find your podcasts. You've heard from us, we want to hear from you! Content Trigger Warnings: Sexual Content Religious Trauma SEND US A TEXT Support the Show | Buy Me a Coffee Leave Us A Voicemail | 980.355.9665 Interact w...

Fundamental Shift: Nothing Comes From Nothing 13.10.2020 32:10

In this follow up episode, James responds to your comments and questions. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere you find your podcasts. You've heard from us, we want to hear from you! Referenced in this Episode: Thich Nhat Hanh Recommendations from James: Peace Is Every Step Good Citizens Living Buddha, Living Christ Going Home: Jesus and...

Fundamental Shift: Becoming James 06.10.2020 27:07

In this episode get to know co-host James's story. Don't miss it! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere you find your podcasts. You've heard from us, we want to hear from you! SEND US A TEXT Support the Show | Buy Me a Coffee Leave Us A Voicemail | 980.355.9665 Interact with Mediocre Mystic: Web | Email | Substack | X Twitter |...