The Deconstruction Zone

Oftentimes those deconstructing Christianity think the “correct” end is progressivism. This week two self-professing progressives deconstruct the negative impacts of both progressive and conservative theology & politics as they relate to one's faith. We don't know much, but we are positive somebody will hate this episode…

Join us for this special halloween episode of The Deconstruction Zone!

This week we digest 1am drunk tweets about own deconstruction! Don’t skip this one!

This week Danny and Emily explore the relationship between secrets and boundaries. Is there a difference? Are they the same? Let’s dig in! 

Emily and Danny Join in on the LIVE UMC Communications Podcast-a-thon and chat about the topic of discipleship. Listen and learn more now! 

Danny likely tore his ACL for a second time. A friend asked him why he wasn’t praying that the injury would be healed by God, even if he thought he had torn it. So the question is, did Danny tear his ACL because he didn’t pray for a full recovery? Would God even heal him that way if he prayed for that? Should we pray like that? Or does God look at prayer differently than we do? Let’s discuss today...

What do you think about the phrase, “I’m allowed to do what’s best for me, even if it upsets people?” This week Danny and Emily process the several dynamics that go into determining good, bad, ugly, or indifferent.

After a month of being off the Pod Emily makes her return to the Deconstruction Zone. But will her return be long-term or short-lived? Listen to find out!

In Emily's final week on Podcast Sabbatical, Danny and Producer Dustin try something new. This week we have a crossover episode with Dustin’s personal Podcast called, Just Hit Record (go and find it anywhere you get your podcasts!).  This week's conversation revolves around finding peace. Something we all likely are striving to find! You can learn more about and listen to Dustin's podc...

Have you ever asked yourself why often the worst things imaginable happen to some of the best people you know? Did God allow it? Did God cause it? And above all how do we reconcile evil and brokenness in our world - especially when it impacts the ones we love. This week Danny and producer Dustin do their best to unpack this question and more.

Progressive Christians often say that God's sense of justice, inclusion and love is evolving. More Conservative Christians would likely disagree - stating that God is the same yesterday, today, and forever. This week Danny and Producer Dustin tackle this difficult, nuanced,, and important topic. Listen and don't forget to weigh in with your own thoughts!

The Christian shorthand known as Christianese is often more frustrating than it is helpful. This week Danny and Producer Dustin unpack their experience and understanding of common Christian phrases as together they search for a deeper understanding.

This week Emily & Danny dive deep into some emails and DM’s from the DZ faithful! Make sure you send any you have in as well - who knows… it may make the next email corner! 

Time to go back to school! The academic year is upon us and that means all our lives are about to shift from summer mode to academic mode. This week, Danny and Emily will be unpacking the intersection between church, school, and everything else in between. 

Have you seen the new(ish) Prime Docuseries, Shiny Happy People? We HAVE! Now it's time to unpack it. Inside we'll chat about Dating, Fundamentialism, Cults and more.fundamentalism

Deconstructionawkwardness is a bear. Reconstruction is awkward. How do you navigate the heaviness and awkwarness of stepping back into the rubble of what you just tore apart?

Here is the reality... Emily and Danny understand that this pod isn't for everyone. But a unique phenomenon they’ve experiences, is the well-sized portion of their audience that "hate-listen" to the podcast. That being said, whether you love, hate, or are indifferent while you listen to the pod, this episode is for you.  This week you can expect to hear a lot of nuggets about faith,...

Deconstruction can be lonely and isolating. Finding support can be difficult. So here's the question: how do you build systems and find support while deconstructing?

This week Danny and Emily unpack the nuance and complexity of gender roles.

Happy first birthday to The Deconstruction Zone Podcast! Here is part 2 of our B-Day Episode! This week's episode was recorded live at Danny's annual church conference for UMC clergy and lay people in Missouri (The Missouri Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church). Danny and Emily took this unique opportunity to interview other UMC pastors to get their thoughts on the deconstructi...

Happy first birthday to The Deconstruction Zone Podcast! This week's episode was recorded live at Danny's annual church conference for UMC clergy and lay people in Missouri (The Missouri Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church). Danny and Emily took this unique opportunity to interview other UMC pastors to get their thoughts on the deconstruction movement.

This week Emily and Danny explore the concept of primary and secondary theological issues.

Each week we get closer and closer to our 1st anniversary! This week Emily takes a much-needed vacation from the pod, while Danny and producer Dustin discuss artwork in the bathroom, Bob Godd, deep theology, and more!

Have you ever felt like you're stuck in a spiritual wilderness? Is that a good thing? Maybe it's a bad thing? This week, Emily and Danny dive into this topic and more as we continue to explore The Deconstruction Zone.

This week Danny and Emily discuss Emily's first 9 out of 10 outfit ratings from her students, new age beliefs, and deconstruction. A great time will be had by all.