What If Project

Today we're sitting down with Molly Baskette to talk about her book, "How To Begin When Your World Is Ending". We talk faith faith evolution, the problem of evil, prayer, and the things Christians say in hard times when they don't know what to say. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+s...

Today we are talking to Maria Francesca French about her new book, "Safer Than the Known Way". Friends - if you are involved in the conversation on "deconstruction" and you're in a place where you're rethinking YOUR faith ... you need this book. Maria is bringing things to the conversation that NO ONE ELSE IS. Go get it, enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spi...

Today we talk to Austin Noll about his book, "A Jumble of Crumpled Papers". We talk Deconstruction, Youth Ministry, and ... cry nights. Cry nights? Listen in as we talk about our shared experiences of ... all the things. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+siepert+book&qid=1643323104&s...

Today we sit down with Jason Elam who (along with his wife, Brandi) put together an amazing book called "Parenting Deconstructed". We talk parenting, deconstruction, and how the 2 inform each other - go get it! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+siepert+book&qid=1643323104&sprefix=glenn+siep...

This week we sit down with the Resident Scholar of the What If Project - Dr. AJ Levine. She recently wrote a book about the Gospels of Jesus and she's here to tell us all about it. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+siepert+book&qid=1643323104&sprefix=glenn+siepert+book%2Caps%2C71&sr=...

Hey friends, thanks for dropping by - HAPPY NEW YEAR! Welcome to the first episode of SEASON SIX of the show and the first episode of 2023. I'm calling it "The State of the Podcast Address" as we look back on where the podcast came from, where it is, and where it's headed. Enjoy and thanks for listening! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV...

This week we sit down with Dr. Nicole Lepera (aka The Holistic Psychologist) to chat about her brand new book, "How To Meet Yourself". We talk about how we become disconnected from our authentic selves, the power that habits play in our lives, overcoming the effects of religious fundamentalism ... and so much more. I also have a CO-HOST doing the intro to the episode with me - my daughter, Jordan...

This is our Christmas Episode for 2022 and we're talking to Bruce Epperly about his amazing book, "From Cosmos To Cradle". We talk about the Incarnation, the historical accuracy/inaccuracy of the birth stories of Jesus, and what it all means for us in 2022 (soon to be 2023!). Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V...

In today's episode we talk to Lizz Petters who co-hosts The Deconstructing Mama's Podcast. We talk about deconstruction, finding your own voice, and the connection between faith and anxiety. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+siepert+book&qid=1643323104&sprefix=glenn+siepert+book%2Cap...

This week we sit down with Stefanie Caponi (founder of Moon Void Tarot) to talk about her book "Guided Tarot" and how to start a meaningful and personal tarot practice. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+siepert+book&qid=1643323104&sprefix=glenn+siepert+book%2Caps%2C71&sr=8-1   PATREO...

This week we talked to Eric Scot English about his new book "UNenlightenment" - this one is a GAME CHANGER, give it a listen and pick up the book today! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+siepert+book&qid=1643323104&sprefix=glenn+siepert+book%2Caps%2C71&sr=8-1   PATREON: https://www.patreon....

In today's episode we sit down with Dan Henderson to talk about his new book, "Confessions of a Recovering Evangelical". Dan brings a UNIQUE perspective to the big topics of deconstruction, reconstruction ... and all the things. ENJOY! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+siepert+book&qid=1643...

In this episode Darrell Epp talks to us about his book of poems, "Permanent Smoke".  He reads some of his poems for us, tells us the story behind them, and talks to us about the art of telling a story. Go get it! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+siepert+book&qid=1643323104&sprefix=glenn+si...

Today's guest is Jonathan Foster who recently turned his doctoral dissertation into a book - a book about a theology of consent and the bringing together of mimetic theory and open and relational theology ... WHAT?! Yup, check it out! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+siepert+book&qid=16433...

Happy Halloween, friends. Today we are talking to Brittany Muller about tarot cards and her amazing book, "The Contemplative Tarot" where she shows how tarot cards intersect with the Bible. This is a good one, enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+siepert+book&qid=1643323104&sprefix=glen...

This week we are talking to Gabriel Gordon about his book "God Speaks" where he helps us rethink terms like "inspiration" and "inerrancy" and reimagine what the Bible is. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+siepert+book&qid=1643323104&sprefix=glenn+siepert+book%2Caps%2C71&sr=8-1   PATR...

Today we sit down with fellow podcaster Brandi Stanley to talk about her spiritual journey and work at "This Plus That". This is a good one (they all are!), enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+siepert+book&qid=1643323104&sprefix=glenn+siepert+book%2Caps%2C71&sr=8-1   PATREON: https://w...

Today we talk to one of my favorite people, Carolyn Custis James, about her book "Malestrom" where she talks about how Jesus dismantles patriarchy and redefines what it means to be a man. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+siepert+book&qid=1643323104&sprefix=glenn+siepert+book%2Caps%2...

Today we are sitting down with Bruce Epperly to talk about his incredible book, "The Elephant Is Running", which explores the important topic of religious pluralism and how you can be the follower of one religion (ex. Christianity) while allowing other religions to inform your faith. This is a good one, enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/...

This week we sit down with Karl Forehand to talk about his new book, "Out Into The Desert" where he and his wife Laura talk about thriving outside the box of organized religion and the need to reimagine church. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+siepert+book&qid=1643323104&sprefix=gle...

Today we sit down with Bart Ehrman to talk about his latest book, "Journeys to Heaven and Hell".  We talk about The Apocalypse of Peter, Jesus' understanding of hell, and the idea of Jesus going to hell after his crucifixion and before his resurrection to do ... something.  It's all here, enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=...

This week I sit down with my friend Sebene Selassie who is a meditation teacher and the author of "You Belong" to talk to me about some things I'm wrestling with in my everyday life while on my journey to become (what I call) a more complete and full human being. Listen in on our convo, I think you'll find it helpful! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Jou...

In this week's episode the Naked Pastor talks to us about all things social media, comment sections, and building sustainable virtual community. Check it out and I hope you find some takeaways to apply to your own social media platforms! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+siepert+book&qid=16...

It's the 4 year anniversary of the podcast! AND we have an amazing conversation with Ellen Compton about how some of the best things of life happen in the dark. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=glenn+siepert+book&qid=1643323104&sprefix=glenn+siepert+book%2Caps%2C71&sr=8-1   PATREON: https...

This week we sit down with Zach Bolen who is the front man for the band "Citizens" and used to be on staff at Mars Hill with Mark Driscoll. Listen in as Zach tells us about his experience at Mars Hill and what deconstruction has looked like for him. Enjoy! -- SHOW NOTES: MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Re-Thinking-Everything-Spiritual-Journey/dp/B09QNV8QX7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V52CPQJD7N53&keywords=gle...