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Faith, hops and love. Beer Christianity is a progressive Christian podcast that blends faith, politics and culture with pub chat. Interviews with thinkers, artists and theologians. Honest, authentic discussions of theology and society. Almost no real understanding of beer. Expect all this and a bunch of laughs as we try to deconstruct, reconstruct and unf*ck our Christianity with fear, trembling and a couple of drinks. Pour a pint, put your feet up and listen your way into a different kind o ...
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”Welcome to ”Beyond the Mat” with Mark Cox – your ultimate podcast destination for everything related to leadership, mindset, health, martial arts, weight loss, and mental well-being. With over 30 years of experience owning martial arts schools, Mark offers unique insights into discipline, leadership, and the transformative power of a strong mindset. His personal journey, marked by a life-altering mindset shift in 2017 after a battle with blood clots in his lungs, is a testament to resilienc ...
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After the Storm: A New Beginning with David Vrablik #143
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David Vrablik is a passionate traveler and values-driven individual, guided by faith, family, and a deep appreciation for meaningful experiences. Whether exploring new destinations, bird hunting, enjoying music, or spending time with his beloved dogs, Callie and Riley, David finds joy in the simple and profound. As the founder of NBM (New Beginning…
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Episode 112: The uncontrolling God - Simon Cross and Thomas Oord
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What if God wasn’t all-powerful? What if you already held a theology that the mainstream Church saw as heretical? What are Process Theology and Open and Relational Theology? Simon Cross and Thomas Oord join us for this episode to talk about a theology that, in a sense, rejects the images of God that don’t make sense in the light of God’s goodness. …
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It’s been five months. Five months of life, challenges, growth, and real moments that have tested and shaped me. But I’m back—stronger, wiser, and more fired up than ever. Tomorrow morning, we reconnect. No filters, no fluff—just raw, real talk. We’ll dive into life, motivation, and the lessons that come from stepping up, getting knocked down, and …
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"Born to Risk Emilio Roman : Risk to Reward" #141
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Emilio Roman is a bestselling author, Marine Corps veteran, and CEO of The Co-Author Network, LLC, a company dedicated to helping individuals share their powerful stories with the world. As a survivor and fighter, Emilio uses his experiences and leadership to inspire others to overcome challenges and embrace their personal journeys. In addition to …
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Episode 111 - Dan McClellan - the Bible, TikTok and right-wing identity politics
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Dan McClellan is a different kind of biblical scholar. He has a cult following on TikTok, regularly engages with conspiracy and misinformation content to debunk it, and isn't afraid to speak about politics. Many of us have come to welcome Dan's "alright, let's see it" on stitches of lurid and ridiculous pseudo-religion online, and along the way, we…
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Episode 110 - Naomi Nixon of the Student Christian Movement
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What can good church look like? What is 'success' if you're a progressive Christian? Do Christians who aren't conservative have to give up on things like evangelism and outreach? After a little break, we are delighted to welcome Naomi Nixon, CEO of the Student Christian Movement, which seeks to offer an affirming, progressive space that encourages …
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Episode 109- The true meaning of Christmas - Yuletide, Luigi and our new magazine: S(h)ibboleth
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What is the true meaning of Christmas? Is there such a thing? What is the Luigi Mangione situation all about? Do we buy the billionaire and media narrative that he (or whoever The Adjuster is) should not be lionized? And more importantly than any of that: why did we create S(h)ibboleth magazine, and what can readers expect from it? A lot of bloody …
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Episode 108 - Tony Campolo: remembering the man with archive interview
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Tony Campolo, the Baptist preacher, sociologist, Red Letter Christian and ceaseless campaigner for a Christian vision of social justice, has died. In this episode, we pay tribute to Tony in the best way we know how: by letting him speak for himself. Eventually. First, we talk about our own memories of him, and his influence on our theology. But onc…
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Episode 107 - Religion and the Right: Helen Paynter on the Bible and fighting fascism
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The Far Right is on the rise. And, increasingly, fascists and proto-fascists are using Christian language and imagery to justify their position. What should a Christian response be? Can we really say that our faith is being 'hijacked' by racists and bigots, or is there deeper acknowledgement and repentance to be done in the service of justice? And …
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Episode 106: Brian McLaren - hope in uncertain futures - plus S(h)ibboleth announcement
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Brian McLaren is one of the most important and influential voices in the Christian deconstruction movement. He's also one hell of a nice guy. Brian's influence on the post-evangelical Church is hard to overstate, and yet he remains humble and approachable as ever. We caught up with him at Greenbelt festival in August 2024 and talked to him about de…
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Episode 105 - SHORT - October 8th and everything after - with Christians for Palestine
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One year on from the attacks of October 7th 2023, and from the disproportionate Israeli campaign of violence that followed, it is more important than ever for Christians and all people who care about human rights and political justice to stand up and speak out against genocide, occupation and collective punishment. That's why people like Christians…
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Episode 104 - David Benjamin Blower - Art, anarchism and not deconstructing
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David Benjamin Blower is a musician, poet, podcaster and theologian who you may have encountered on the Nomad podcast, his Messianic Folklore podcast or the Common Era podcast (described as 'conversations between a Catholic Priest and a post-evangelical poet'). With all that in mind, it was very kind of him to join us on Beer Christianity and we li…
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Episode 103 - Steve Chalke: th eonly Oasis interview you need
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Did we make a joke about the reunion tour? Definitely maybe. Steve Chalke is founder of Oasis, a hugely significant charity most famous for its youthwork initiatives and other social impact subbrands. He's also been a controversial figure in the UK Church, ever since, as a Baptist minister, he came out against Penal Substitution as an image of Chri…
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Episode 102: Flamy Grant - Drag, Christian music and authenticity
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Flamy Grant is the first drag artist ever to top the iTunes Christian charts, with her soulful songs about growing up queer in the Bible Belt of the US and navigating faith, Scripture, gender and sexuality with honesty. [there would ordinarily be an image here but Libsyn is a bit ropey today] We caught up with Flamy at Greenbelt festival and talked…
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Episode 101 Greenbelt festival 2024 review
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The greatest festival in the world did not disappoint in 2024. Greenbelt: Dream On was lovely, and we're here to tell you why. If you were not there (or if you've never been to Greenbelt) we're here to tell you why we loved it again this year. If you were there, let's compare notes! We loved: Bob Vylan Dutty Moonshine Big Band Flamy Grant Brian McL…
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Episode 100 - Greenbelt, reconstructing and deconstructing with Paul Northup
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Warning: This podcast just got that big dawg in it! On Beer Christianity's 100th episode, we are joined by Paul Northup, Creative Director of Greenbelt Festival, to talk about the challenges facing festivals in 2024, some of his memories of festivals past and what he's looking forward to at Greenbelt 2024. We also talk to him about the community th…
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"Serve, Impact, Prosper: Conversations with Benjamin John" #140
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BENJAMIN JOHN IS AN ENTREPRENEUR, IMPACTFUL SPEAKER, AUTHOR, & MUSICIAN He Is The Owner Of Precision Patio Covers LLC And Massive Impact. He puts massive energy into these different businesses and ventures to help other people achieve prosperity in business and life. He gives his full attention and energy to a cause that is greater than himself and…
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"From Las Vegas to Legends: The Journey of the Madman of Mind Magick" #139
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The “Madman of Mind Magick” and Award-winning mentalist and magician. As the acclaimed “Madman of Mind Magick,” Israel Mandrake mixes psychological illusions, mind melting Magick tricks, mentalism, and optimistic sarcasm to delight and confound guests along a thrilling psychological ride. With over 25 years’ experience and training in mentalism, hy…
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Episode 99: Election special with Bella Cross, queer Christian political educator
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It's election time in the UK and USA, that magical season when people of conscience and intelligence are told to hold their noses, ignore the stink of corruption and compromise, and vote for one of two parties that are both pro-capitalist, tough on those fleeing danger, and, this year, apparently okay with genocide. Meeerrrry shitmas! To 'celebrate…
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"Unlocking Inclusion: Aaron DeVries' Journey and Insights" #138
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Aaron DeVries, Founder of The Inclusive Dad, is a relentless advocate for building stronger communities through inclusion. He proudly displays an “Inclusion” tattoo on his arm as a testament to his commitment. Residing in Minnesota with his partner and two cats, Aaron is also a proud father of two young adults. Aaron's journey into the world of dis…
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Episode 98: Jürgen Moltmann (1926-2024) - Archive interview with the theologian of hope
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The sad news of the passing of Professor Jürgen Moltmann prompted us to revisit the richness of his thought and the gracious wisdom of his style with this interview from 2013. From concerns that are very much of the time (the New Atheism and its influence) to issues that are more relevant now than then (the need for Christians to be involved in pol…
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Episode 97: Deconstruction (Part I) - Deconstructing and reconstructing our faith (with special guests)
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Christian deconstruction: depending on your theology, it's either a dangerous movement of postmodernism in the Church, seducing young people away from orthodoxy, or a new Reformation of Christistianity, replacing certainty, dogma and control with honesty, love and a messy approach to faith. In this episode (Part I of II), the gang talk deconstructi…
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Episode 96: SHO(R)T - Christians and Palestine: Why it matters and why you should care
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Jonty shares some thoughts on Palestine, US imperialism, the genocide in Gaza, whataboutism, why Palestine matters and why Christians should care. No Laura, Malky or Drabs, just Jonts and a bottle of melktert liqueur. If that's what you're into. He's discussing things like: Why should we care about Palestine when so many other terrible things are h…
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“Value and Vision with LS Kirkpatrick” #137
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A multiple Award winning International Bestselling Author, International Speaker, Guiding Life Coach, a dynamo TV host of the “Value In You” show, mentor, editor and publisher, editor in chief of the Wisdom on the Front Porch magazine, and founder of the Orphan and Widows not-for-profit foundation. She is also a loving wife, caring mother of 4, and…
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Episode 95: Nakba Day at the Oxford Palestine solidarity encampment
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Welcome to the liberated zone, Oxford edition. To mark Nakba Day 2024, Beer Christianity co-host Laura visits our local protest encampment to hear from the demonstrators at our local Gaza solidarity encampment. If you have been reading about the student protest encampments at Columbia, UCLA and Berkley universities in the USA (or, better, been seei…
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"Legacy by Design: Embracing Purpose with Dale Young" #136
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Dale Young started life after college as an I.T. nerd, but an incident in 1992 led him on a 30 year journey of looking for something bigger and more impactful. Now Dale inspires entrepreneurs and business owners to Embrace their Divine Design, Eternal Purpose, and Unique Calling – which creates peace, direction, fulfillment, and joy. Step Into Your…
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Spend 30 minutes on motivation with Mark Cox. Mark Cox is an exceptionally accomplished martial artist with a 40-year journey in owning and operating martial arts schools. His expertise has yielded over 700 Black Belts, showcasing his dedication to the martial arts community. Beyond the mat, Mr. Cox imparts invaluable life lessons that extend far b…
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Episode 94: The Devil's Passion with playwright, activist and actor Justin Butcher
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Is evil structural, spiritual, or a bit of both? Do acts of selfishness or sin have cascading effects that reverberate through history? Can we shine a light on contemporary Western politics by imagining how our politicians would react to a figure like Jesus and the movement he inspired? All these questions and more (mostly about Israel and its war …
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"Studio Mastery with Junaid Ahmed: From Home Setup to Pro Presence" "134
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Junaid Ahmed Home Studio Architect Host of Hacks & Hobbies podcast Father of 4 Kiddos I’ve been creating videos for the past 3 decades, on camcorders, point & shoot, DSLR, and Smartphones. In 2020, like the rest of the world, I started working from home which enabled me to bring all my knowledge around video production, setting up stages and scenes…
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Youtube Scam Exposed with RH Riyad #133
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Do you have a YouTube channel and want serious growth? Did someone reach out to you and say they can get you X number of subscribers and Y number of Views in Z number of days? Do you know how to check your Channel analytics but don't know why a lot of things are actually there and how to take advantage of those stats? If you answer Yes to one of th…
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"Marvin King's Wellness Wisdom: Kung Fu to Kettlebells" #132
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Coach Marvin King RKC, NCSF, CPT, USCTF Marvin is a 2-time published author, Martial Arts Hall of Famer, and Wellness Coach who has been teaching Kung Fu and fitness for over 40 years. His business, the Bowie Kettlebell Club Health and Wellness Center is located at 16701 Melford Blvd, Suite 400, Bowie, Md. 20715. He is the founder of the Bowie Kett…
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