What If Project

This week we're talking to Nicole LePera aka The Holistic Psychologist about her newest book, "How to Be the Love You Seek". Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: NICOLE LEPERA: https://theholisticpsychologist.com HOW TO BE THE LOVE YOU SEEK: https://howtobetheloveyouseek.com MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Rubble-Stories-Shattered-Relationships/dp/B0C7T5TJD4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B051GGV2WCSI&keywords=glenn...

This week we sit down with FIVE contributors to the amazing book, "Sitting in the Shade of Another Tree" and talk about the importance of listening and learning from faiths other than our own. This is a GOOD ONE! SHOW NOTES: KEITH GILES: https://www.facebook.com/keithagiles HURUNNESSA FARIAD: https://www.facebook.com/hurie.fariad CALEB GILLELAND: https://www.facebook.com/caleb.gilleland HEATHER HA...

This week we talk to Andrew Lang about his amazing book, "Unmasking the Inner Critic". We talk about the inherent goodness that is planted in us all and what to do when we realize that it's been covered up by the baggage we pick up in life. Lots of practical stuff in here mixed with (what I think is!) some pretty good theology. Check it out! SHOW NOTES: ANDREW LANG: https://www.andrewglang.com UNM...

In this episode with sit down with Dana Hicks to have our boundaries PUSHED. We talk about the history of marriage, how marriage as we know it in the West is only about 250 years old, "Biblical Marriage", polygamy, polyamory, Song of Solomon, and Mark Driscoll. It's all here - buckle up and go get it! SHOW NOTES: DANA HICKS: https://www.danahicks.blog/theknot THE KNOT: https://www.amazon.com MY BO...

In this episode with sit down with Elaine Pagels and talk about her book, "Revelations: Visions, Prophecy, and Politics in the Book of Revelation" and deep dive into the background and context of Revelation and the very real consequences of ignoring that context in modern day interpretations. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: ELAINE PAGELS: https://www.elaine-pagels.com REVELATIONS: https://www.amazon.com/Revela...

This week we sit down with Antonio Pagliarulo to talk about his new book, "The Curse of the Evil Eye". What is it? What are its origins? Where is it found in the Bible? And what do you do if you're the recipient of it? We'll talk about it all on this spooky Halloween Week episode. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: ANTONIO PAGLIARULO: https://antoniopagliarulo.com THE EVIL EYE: https://www.amazon.com/Evil-Eye-His...

In this episode with sit down with Theresa Reed (aka "The Tarot Lady") and talk about her new book, "The Cards You're Dealt". We talk about using tarot to work through grief and the gift of our inner, intuitive voice. Theresa also does a tarot reading for our listeners at the close of the episode - enjoy! SHOW NOTES: THERESA REED: https://www.thetarotlady.com THE CARDS YOU'RE DEALT: https://www.th...

Karen Tate is on the show today talking about her book, "Normalizing Abuse". We talk about factors that contribute to our culture where various kinds of abuse have become normalized and accepted. TRIGGER WARNING: we do talk about abuse, trauma, rape, toxic spirituality, and some other big topics ... and Karen does it in the most gentle of ways.  SHOW NOTES: KAREN TATE: https://www.karentate.net/ N...

Father James Martin, SJ is back on the show this week to talk to us about his latest book, "Come Forth". Father Martin brings some unique perspective to one of the most well-known stories in the Gospels so do yourself a favor and add this book to your library - you WON'T BE SORRY. FATHER JAMES MARTIN: https://www.facebook.com/FrJamesMartin/ COME FORTH: https://www.amazon.com/Come-Forth-Promise-Gre...

We're talking to Kendana Kay today about her memoir, "Kissing With Eyes Wide Open". We talk about deconstruction, broken dreams, parenting, and living life through it all. This is a good one - ENJOY! SHOW NOTES: KENDANA KAY: https://www.kendanakay.com/ KISSING WITH EYES WIDE OPEN: https://www.amazon.com/Kissing-Eyes-Wide-Open-Extraordinary/dp/B0BLFYBD6H/ref=sr_1_3?crid=RY3TIM6I0AKU&keywords=ke...

Today we are talking to Chelsea Long who is a meditation teacher, Christian Mystic, and has one of the most pastoral presences on social media that I've ever seen. Check her out on Instagram, subscribe to her stuff, and get ready to go on an adventure. CHELSEA LONG: https://www.chelseakimlong.com CHELSEA'S IG: https://instagram.com/chelseakimlong?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== MY BOOK: https://www.amazon...

Today we're chatting with Alison Fabricius who wrote an incredibly helpful book called "Unapologetically Alison". We'll dive into inner child work, talk about the purpose of Jesus, and work to invite each part of ourselves to the table - even the parts we typically despise or the world around us says aren't good enough. Give it a listen! Alison - https://alisonfabricius.mailerpage.com/ Alison's Bo...

This week we sit down with Rose Hackman to talk about her amazing book, "Emotional Labor". I told her upfront that as a white male this topic was (sadly) never on my mind and so I purposely took the role of her student - to ask some questions, reflect on her answers, and learn as much as I could in an effort to make my tiny part of the world a better place. This is a good one, enjoy! SHOW NOTES: R...

This week we sit down with Kevin Sweeney who talks to us about his latest book, "The Joy of Letting Go". What if learning to let go is the key that unlocks ... everything? Tune in and find out more about the power of letting go. SHOW NOTES: KEVIN'S BOOK: https://amzn.to/3DkRRzr KEVIN'S INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/kevinsweeney1/?hl=en   SPECIAL MUSIC: Snake City (Artist) / Couldn't Care Less (...

Today we're hanging out with Heather Hamilton who is talking to us about her book, "Returning to Eden" and a bit about her journey of rethinking some of the most well-known stories of the Bible. Do you find your faith evolving? Your thoughts about the Bible expanding? This episode is a gem. SHOW NOTES: HEATHER HAMILTON: https://www.returningtoeden.com/ HEATHER'S BOOK: https://amzn.to/3XVQMYj   SPE...

This is our first regular episode since February. We'll continue bi-weekly until October/November and then (likely) resume our regular weekly episodes. Thanks for your love and encouragement and flexibility as my family and I navigate this season of grief and change. That said, today we connect with Bart Ehrman about his book, "Armageddon". He talks to us about Revelation, the end of the world, an...

It’s the final installment of our “Pride Podcast Takeover”. When my father passed away in March my friend Leo WT from Conversations Official offered to record a few solo episodes for Pride where they share a bit about their story and their passions revolving around Queer Theology, their recently completed thesis … and so much more. Leo is an incredible friend and is doing excellent work in the wor...

Hey friends, my new book ("Emerging From the Rubble") releases today. Head over to Amazon and check it out - it's available in paperback AND Kindle. In this episode I share a few updates on the podcast and some details about my book. Thanks for the love and support during this crazy season of our lives, my family is forever grateful. SHOW NOTES: SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/supp...

We're handing the mic over to Leo WT from Conversations Official for part 2 of the series they're doing for us for Pride. That's right, Leo is taking over the show to drop some wisdom on us and today they're taking us down the rabbit hole of Queer Theology. What is it? Why is it important? Does it matter? Is it really ... a thing? Glad you asked, pull up a chair and buckle up. SHOW NOTES: (RE)THIN...

Hello friends. This is part 1 of a 3 part (bi-weekly) series where my friend Leo from the Conversations Official podcast takes over the show for Pride 2023. Leo is part of the LGBTQ community and passionate about Queer Theology, Interfaith work, and so much more. They'll introduce themselves in this episode and set up what to expect over the next couple. Leo approached me back in April after my da...

It's been a while. Thanks to everyone for the good vibes and love you've sent to me and my family during this heavy season of loss. In this episode I check in with y'all to share a bit about how life in the church has taught me some pretty bad habits in regards to grieving, updates about my new book (coming this Summer!), and what the plan is for the podcast this Summer and Fall.  SHOW NOTES: MY B...

THE PODCAST WILL BE TAKING A BREAK FOR MARCH AND POSSIBLY APRIL, HERE'S WHY: I met my mom and dad at the hospital at 2am on Sunday morning and the day brought about events that have left my heart in pieces. Below is a blog post with some reflections on my dad, his life, and how he showed me my value and place in the world. I hope you’ll take the time to read it … I wrote it through tears and shaky...

Today we are talking to Meg Jones Wall about her new book "Finding the Fool". We walk about her journey in and out of church, starting a tarot practice, what the tarot cards mean to her, picking a deck ... all the things. Pick up her book, it's (truly) unlike any other tarot book out there. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://amzn.to/3ldxQoA   SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/suppor...

Today we're talking to Jonathan Puddle about his latest book, "Mornings With God: Daily Bible Devotional For Men". Bible? Devotional? For Men? I have lots of questions - do you? Listen in, this is a fun one. SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://amzn.to/3ldxQoA   SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support   HERETIC SHOP: https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-heretic-shop/   JONATHAN PUDDLE: https:...

Today we're sitting down with Pete Enns to talk about his brand new book, "Curveball". We talk about evolving thoughts concerning God and the Bible and solve the problem of evil ... all in 45 minutes. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://amzn.to/3ldxQoA   SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support   HERETIC SHOP: https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-heretic-shop/   PETE ENNS: https://theb...