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Traversing the Strange World

Isaiah Danberry

We wake up in this world without a manual.No explanation for where we are, why we’re here, or what any of this ultimately means. Because of that, life feels strange—mysterious, beautiful, cruel, symbolic, and overwhelming all at once. We are, in many ways, strangers in a strange land.Traversing the Strange World is a contemplative podcast hosted by Isaiah Danberry, dedicated to unpacking that strangeness. Through mythology, religion, philosophy, psychology, archetypes, and personal reflection, the

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108:22

028 Holy Weird: The Most Bizarre Stories You Never...

Traversing the Strange World ·

2025/10/13

Step off the beaten path of Sunday school and into the shadowy corners of the Old Testament. In this episode, Peace & Toodles uncover the Bible’s strangest and most overlooked stories — from talking donkeys and human sacrifice to naked prophets, sorcery, and half shaved beards. What do these bizarre tales reveal about the ancient world’s view of God, the cosmos, and humanity’s place in it? Join us! Follow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/share/1AA2Qqd31G/?mibextid=wwXIfr

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64:08

027 Jesus’ strange childhood: Infancy Gospel

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2025/10/07

What was Jesus like as a child?The Infancy Gospel of Thomas paints a wild, strange, and sometimes unsettling picture of the boy Jesus — performing miracles, showing flashes of divine power, but also acting with a temper that feels very different from the Jesus we know from the Gospels.In this episode of Traversing the Strange World with Peace & Toodles, we explore:The origins of the Infancy Gospel of Thomas and why it was never included in the New Testament.The bizarre stories of young Jesus —

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102:59

026 The Secret Language of Memory

Traversing the Strange World ·

2025/10/03

In this episode of Traversing the Strange World with Peace & Toodles, joined once again by our recurring co-host Steeley, we dive into the heart of what makes us who we are: our core memories. From the earliest struggles we shared in childhood, to the strange and powerful feelings that seemed to follow us through life, to the inspirational and unexplainable moments that changed us forever — we trace the patterns of memory that shape our souls.It’s part storytelling, part reflection, part

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94:03

025 Baal cycle. Gods Who Die, Gods Who Rise

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2025/09/26

Shout out to our listeners in Sweden!In this episode of Traversing the Strange World with Peace & Toodles, we dive into one of the most fascinating mythological patterns of the ancient world—the dying and resurrecting god. We begin with the Baal Cycle from Ugaritic myth, where the storm god faces death, descent, and return. From there, we compare other figures like Osiris, Tammuz, and Adonis, exploring how different cultures expressed themes of life, death, and renewal through their deities.The

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102:37

024 Armageddon, Ragnarok, and other terrible events!

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2025/09/22

In this special episode of Traversing the Strange World with Peace & Toodles, we welcome back our recurring co-host, Steeley Sawyer. This time, we dive into the deep waters of apocalyptic lore. From the Book of Daniel to the visions of Revelation, we take a more historical and academic lens to these end-times texts.But that’s not all. We also journey into other cultural visions of the apocalypse—like the Norse myth of Ragnarok—and explore how many ancient traditions saw doomsdays not as a

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023 • Chaos, Gaia, and the Birth of the Gods (Greek...

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2025/09/16

Step into the beginning of time as we explore the Greek creation myth—a story that begins with Chaos and unfolds into the birth of Gaia, Uranus, the Titans, and the Olympian gods. In this episode of Traversing the Strange World with Peace & Toodles, we dive into the ancient Greek creation story of the origins of the cosmos.From the primordial deities to the rise of the Titans and the eventual rule of Zeus, this tale is as much about order versus chaos as it is about gods and monsters. Whether

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66:45

022 (Lost Episode) Gospel of Judas part 2

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2025/09/12

This episode is part two of the Gospel of Judas. Much like the gospel of Judas this episode was missing! Peace and Toodles had to put on their Indiana Jones hats, and find it! Alas, it was found! In the pondering of Peace and Toodles segment, Peace reflects on something that happened that really grounded his gears. And they continue on reading the gospel of Judas. Stay tuned to the end of the episode for the song suggestions!

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021 Interview with a Shaman (Professor Michael Northrop)

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2025/09/09

In this episode Peace and Toodles interview Professor Northrop, who is a Professor of Religion and Art. He is also a Shaman! And has studied Shamanism in its many different forms. Enjoy the show!

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020 WHAT AREN’T THEY TELLING US?? Ft Jake Abbs from...

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2025/09/06

In this episode, Johnathan and Jake discuss a wide range of conspiracy theories. They also delve into self-help and discipline!You can hear more from Jake on his podcast Monte’s Gems! https://open.spotify.com/show/0FAjHWdlJgGamynvWHICkB?si=yInelieTRBCwPFRnHtzctANate Vizen musichttps://open.spotify.com/artist/79zbHiTZyNKJewADAvxXVU?si=9O66sDevRIiz4kbXt9aRTA

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79:48

019 Isaiah and Chad Abbs from Monte’s Gem’s discuss...

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2025/09/01

In this episode, we do something a little special. We swapped cohosts with Chad and Jake from the podcast Monte‘s gems. In this episode, Isaiah and Chad Abbs having a discussion about various times in their life’s where they struggled with the feeling of being ostracized. They also discuss some remedies they found to that feeling.You can check out Chad’s podcast on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/show/0FAjHWdlJgGamynvWHICkB?si=den-s8jlQlaJ2GV_xyIYcQ

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018 A conversation about Hell! Ft Steeley Sawyer.

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2025/08/28

In this episode, we introduce a new part-time cohost Mr. Steeley Sawyer.The topic of discussion in this episode is hell. We discuss and speculate how the mainstream view of hell in Christianity may have developed. We discuss how the concept of hell has had an impact on us personally. We also discuss a few ideas of hell from other cultures.stay tuned to the end of the episode to hear a sneak peek to a brand new song called “Eternity” by our very own Nate Vizen.

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66:41

017 A Modern day Witch.

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2025/08/25

In this episode, we interview Brittney Burroughs! She’s owner of the shop “Modern day Witch” in Sturgis MI. In this episode we discuss magic and mysticism, and what does it mean to be a Witch in the modern world? Follow Brittney on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/share/16fWzg6iip/?mibextid=wwXIfr

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91:47

016 Strange Dreams.

Traversing the Strange World ·

2025/08/17

In this episode, Peace & Toodles introduce segments to the show, And the topic of the main discussion is dreams! Peace and Toodles discuss dreams they’ve had that are both strange and recurring. They reflect and speculate over some of the ponderings of what the significance of these dreams are. Song

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68:05

0015 Gnostic Creation Story/Gospel of Judas

Traversing the Strange World ·

2025/08/09

In this episode, Peace and Toodles discuss the Gnostic creation story as well as a deep dive into the forbidden Gospel of Judas, which is believed to be a gnostic gospel. Enjoy!

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78:27

0014 with Phil Brothers. Were we in a cult??

Traversing the Strange World ·

2025/08/03

In this episode, Isaiah interviews a longtime friend and fellow podcaster Phil Brothers from the Phil Brothers journey! In this episode, they discuss were we in a cult? The importance of admitting when you do not know the answer to something and deconstruction from fundamentalist religion, and the journey that entails. Enjoy!

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012 With Rico Cortes, Discussions about The Pharisees

Traversing the Strange World ·

2025/07/28

In today's episode, Peace solo interviews Rico Cortes, from Wisdom inTorah ministries. A teacher of God's Word, he answers questions about the Pharisees in his discussion with Peace today.

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012 Interview with Sonny Sandoval of P.O.D.!

Traversing the Strange World ·

2025/07/22

In an episode that's special to Isaiah's heart, Peace and Toodles get a lucky interview with Sonny Sandoval of P.O.D.! In a short discussion, they talk about the faith and music of P.O.D.'s lead singer at GLC Live at 20 Monroe in Battle Creek!

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011 Exploring the Belief in The Bible with Jim...

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2025/07/09

In today's episode, the hosts explore detailed topics of idioms and contradictions in the Bible with Jim DeFrancisco, PHD. They delve into topics of inquiry and look at the actual meanings of original texts.

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010 Epic of Gilgamesh!

Traversing the Strange World ·

2025/07/05

In today's strange episode, the hosts delve into the ancient story of Giglamesh! - the oldest text we know of! Ancient flood confirmation? Just a fictional work of an ancient writer? Let's take a closer look today with Peace and Toodles!

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009 With Pastor Don, Discussions about the Bible and...

Traversing the Strange World ·

2025/07/01

In today's episode, the hosts interview Pastor Don Smith from the Talk About It podcast, and lead Pastor of Firm Foundation Ministries in Centreville, Michigan! They ask questions about the Bible, possible contradictions in it, and discuss their differing beliefs about God and Jesus.

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