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Pub Theology LIVE

Beer, Conversation, and God. People have been gathering in pubs and public spaces for ages, talking about life, philosophy, faith, and deep questions of meaning. Now we"re bringing the conversation to the interwebs. Visit pubtheology.com for more info and to start a gathering of your own. Visit patreon.com/ptlive for more content including pre and post show discussions and interviews with special guests.

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01:13:27

Episode 303: This is America

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/11/09

And Then Came Wednesday: Ogun joins the show from the stormy Caribbean, and he and Bryan discuss life after the election results. We share how we are doing, what happened, and how to go forward. Actually we mostly just commiserate, and discuss why Trump is no King David. We also address the problem of misinformation and information silos, and whether it is possible to communicate with someone who lives in an entirely manufactured reality. Grab a beverage and tune in!

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00:53:50

Episode 302: An Existential Day

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/11/06

On this election-day episode, Bryan and Shannon are day-drinking, and are yet preciously unaware of the disaster still to unfold. Tune in as we discuss our voting experiences, whether the Bible encourages people to vote, and imagining leaders who are brave, calm, and open toward others. We can dream, right? Tune in, and grab whatever beverage(s) are necessary.

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01:03:37

Episode 301: Are You Gonna Eat That?

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/10/29

Derrick Weston joins Shannon and Bryan for our Halloween episode. Did people really used to pray for neighbors' deceased loved ones in exchange for food? Do kids in Iowa tell jokes, recite poems or dance for candy? And why are there so many phrases that sound biblical but aren't actually in the Bible? Finally, does God have a specific plan for each person? Tune in! Tricks and treats abound.

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00:58:12

Episode 300: The Weight of a Soul

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/10/23

It's our 300th Episode! This week we discuss experiencing fall and October, whether an earlier discovery of coffee would have impacted the formation of major world religions, and what it is like leaving one's denomination or religious tradition. We also talk about how to deal with information overload. Also, Ogun has discovered Early Grey tea.

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00:54:36

Episode 299: Dazzling but Arrogant

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/10/18

We discuss various American folk sayings as well as a saying from the Talmud: what wisdom is contained in such sayings that persist in a given culture? We also explore the Mayan creation story: what did such stories convey to the culture they arose in? What can they teach us today? We also discuss the recent severe weather, and the role of clergy in confronting misinformation in the church.

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00:58:25

Episode 298: The Hill Jesus Died On

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/10/10

We discuss the human propensity for nostalgia: why do we so often assume it was better "back then"? We also discuss going beyond the idea of nations, borders and ideologies, and whether it really is that simple. We also look at Oklahoma's pursuit of Bibles in schools—what could go wrong?—and reflect on October 7 one year later.

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01:07:38

Episode 297: Lifestyle Scriptures

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/10/03

While Shannon enjoys an espresso martini, we discuss lifestyle Scriptures, Birkenstock theology, and who has the corner on fundamentalism. We also discuss the differences between God and humans, as well as the concerning Seven Mountain Mandate fantasized about by Christian nationalists. We kick off with this: what's the least important thing that's most important to you?

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00:56:00

Episode 296: Never a Good Time to be a Woman

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/09/19

Episode 296: Never a Good Time to be a WomanWhile Ogun is on his colonoscopy prep day, we discuss how we'd prove we're from the future if we went back 1,000 years into the past. Shannon worries it would not go well for her, or for women generally. We also discuss doing greater things than Jesus, consequences vs intentions, and whether it is possible to perform an immoral act purely upon yourself. Tune in! Ogun believes it will all come out in the end.

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00:58:36

Episode 295: It's All About the Mayo

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/09/12

You know when you have all the pieces to make a great sandwich, but there's no mayo? You get upset. Ogun says it's not about the mayo. Shannon says it IS about the mayo. What do you think?We are back with our first episode of the fall! We discuss controlling our emotions, being yourself, and gratuitous displays of generosity. Tune in!

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00:50:27

Episode 294: Live at the Wild Goose Festival!

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/08/01

Shannon and Ogun are joined by guest host Cameron Highsmith and friends live at the Wild Goose Festival in Asheville, North Carolina! Together they discuss routine, the nature of Scripture, and the limits of language. You don't want to miss this engaging, crowd-sourced episode!

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01:04:14

Episode 293: Harrison Butker's World

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/05/23

Shannon, Ogun and Bryan discuss the controversial remarks by Kansas City Kicker Harrison Butker at a recent college commencement ceremony. Are his remarks about women understandable given the context? Are they indefensible? What is the worldview that creates and supports such a perspective? We also look at the troubling text in 1 Timothy 2 which calls for women to be silent in the church. How are we to understand such a text today? Can one disagree with a text like this while still holding to a high

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00:51:43

Episode 292: What Would Justin Do?

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/05/16

Bryan, Shannon and Ogun discuss the life and times of an AI Priest named Father Justin. How and why did things go wrong? Will there be future such attempts at integrating artificial intelligence with religion and spirituality? We also discuss the question of meeting a man or a bear in the woods, and whether pluralism is at risk in the US and beyond.

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01:12:43

Episode 291: Flabbergasted

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/05/07

This week Bryan and Ogun discuss the news of the move toward full inclusion of LGBTQ+ folks in the United Methodist Church: was it worth losing thousands of churches to finally arrive at this place? We also discuss media coverage of the campus protests, the slowness of justice, and co-opting praise songs.

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01:02:56

Episode 290: Covering Your Bases

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/05/02

Shannon is back! We discuss the current college protests and whether teaching competition in education leads to war. We also discuss Russell Brand's baptism and conversion to Christianity, which he says will allow him to "leave the past behind." Can you ever truly leave the past behind? We also discuss the idea of Christian pluralism and the plan of trying out various religions to make sure your bases are covered.

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00:57:44

Episode 289: Punchy Jesus

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/04/24

Bryan and Ogun discuss the challenge of finding work/life balance, especially when it comes to making time for one's spiritual life. A church in the UK is attempting short, 15-minute "micro services" to help people fit worship into their busy lives. We discuss whether this is an appropriate concession to our busy world, or caving to modern pressures. What is gained or lost in such a short gathering? We also discuss our modern addiction to plastic, and whether change might be on the horizon. Also,

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01:11:28

Episode 288: Be Fruitful and Multiply

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/04/18

Ogun shares about the green monkey infestation on the island of Barbados, and we wonder whether we humans are the monkeys when it comes to planet Earth. In light of Earth Day, we discuss environmental challenges, whether AI will wipe us out to solve climate change, and what we are worried about most. We also discuss tax day, and whether taxes should be as low as possible, or whether we should be glad to pay for taxes in order to have a strong and stable society. Plus how film and movies are or are

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00:44:03

Episode 287: The Eclipse Episode

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/04/10

It's our Eclipse Episode! Shannon and Bryan share their eclipse experiences in Maryland and Michigan. We also reflect on religious views on the eclipse event, and what kind of meaning might be ascribed to such a celestial happening. We also discuss a new documentary which posits that Jesus was not just a vegetarian, he was the "OG animal activist." Shannon has thoughts. Tune in for some engaging lunar and zoological takes!

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01:02:29

Episode 286: The Price of Betrayal [Adjusted for...

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/03/21

Should Judas have held out for more money? In our pre-Holy Week episode we discuss whether people are more interested in being affirmed in their current beliefs than discovering the truth, and the problematic theological view known as supersessionism. Plus: was Saint Patrick a hero or something more sinister, considering how he treated folks who practiced the old ways of paganism? Also, we share our favorite candy bars.

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01:08:20

Episode 285: All God's Creatures... And All That

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/03/14

We discuss the role of animal chaplain, where someone will do pastoral care and funerals for those who lose a beloved dog, cat or goat. Is this a role the church needs to put more emphasis on? We discuss. We also compare Ramadan and Lent, talk about the Bible vs the Word of God, the emergent church, and whether cabbage is the new bacon. Plus: favorite Oscar moments. Check it out! It's the latest episode of PTLive.

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00:54:26

Episode 284: God Ordains It [When It's What I Want]

Pub Theology LIVE ·

2024/03/06

Shannon and Bryan discuss whether God appoints people to leadership positions at certain moments in history; cough—Donald Trump; we also discuss how good the church really is at forgiveness and extending grace, and whether trying to have faith over fear is a good thing. Also, we celebrate all things March, and discuss what space there is or should be in the church for wisdom and insights from other world religions. Yay March!

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