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The Deconstructionists

John Williamson

A podcast about building new faith. Its all about construction, but sometimes that means you have to deconstruct a little. Questions, exploration, mystery...

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35:17

Rabbi Shai Held: Judaism is About Love" pt. 2

The Deconstructionists ·

2024/09/10

Guest/Bio:This week we welcome back the amazing Rabbi Shai Held to talk all about his brand new book, "Judaism is About Love."Rabbi Held is a philosopher, theologian, and Bible scholar and the President and Dean at the Hadar Institute. He received the prestigious Covenant Award for Excellence in Jewish Education, and has been named multiple times by Newsweek as one of the fifty most influential rabbis in America and by the Jewish Daily Forward as one of the fifty most prominent Jews in the

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38:19

Rabbi Shai Held "Judaism is About Love" pt. 1

The Deconstructionists ·

2024/09/03

Guest/Bio:This week we welcome the amazing Rabbi Shai Held to talk all about his brand new book, "Judaism is About Love."Rabbi Held is a philosopher, theologian, and Bible scholar and the President and Dean at the Hadar Institute. He received the prestigious Covenant Award for Excellence in Jewish Education, and has been named multiple times by Newsweek as one of the fifty most influential rabbis in America and by the Jewish Daily Forward as one of the fifty most prominent Jews in the

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30:21

Carrie Sheffield "Motorhome Prophesies" pt. 2

The Deconstructionists ·

2024/08/20

Guest/Bio:This week we welcome back Carrie Sheffield for part 2 of our conversation on her brand new book.Carrie is a columnist & broadcaster in Washington, D.C. She is author of the bestselling book Motorhome Prophecies: A Journey of Healing and Forgiveness published by Hachette Book Group.A Senior Policy Analyst at Independent Women’s Forum, Carrie is a former White House reporter who earned a master’s in public policy from Harvard University, concentrating in business policy. She earned a

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37:38

Carrie Sheffield "Motorhome Prophesies" pt. 1

The Deconstructionists ·

2024/08/13

Guest/Bio:This week we welcome Carrie Sheffield!!! Carrie is a columnist & broadcaster in Washington, D.C. She is author of the bestselling book Motorhome Prophecies: A Journey of Healing and Forgiveness published by Hachette Book Group.A Senior Policy Analyst at Independent Women’s Forum, Carrie is a former White House reporter who earned a master’s in public policy from Harvard University, concentrating in business policy. She earned a B.A. with honors in communications at Brigham Young

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31:14

Tony Jones "The God of Wild Places" pt. 2

The Deconstructionists ·

2024/07/08

Guest/Bio:This week we welcome back our friend Tony Jones for part 2 of our conversation! Tony is an outdoorsman, theologian, podcaster, and writer. He is the author of the new book The God of Wild Places and contributing writer to several outdoors periodicals. He’s written a dozen books, including Did God Kill Jesus? And The Sacred Way: Spiritual Practices for Everyday Life, developed the iPhone app, hosts the Reverand Hunter Podcast, and teaches at Fuller Theological Seminary and The Loft Literary

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31:33

Tony Jones "The God of Wild Places" pt. 1

The Deconstructionists ·

2024/07/01

Guest/Bio:This week we welcome back our friend Tony Jones! Tony is an outdoorsman, theologian, podcaster, and writer. He is the author of the new book The God of Wild Places and contributing writer to several outdoors periodicals. He’s written a dozen books, including Did God Kill Jesus? And The Sacred Way: Spiritual Practices for Everyday Life, developed the iPhone app, hosts the Reverand Hunter Podcast, and teaches at Fuller Theological Seminary and The Loft Literary Center. He writes a weekly

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28:23

Anna Gazmarian "Devout: A Memoir of Doubt" pt. 2

The Deconstructionists ·

2024/06/24

Guest/Bio:This week we welcome back Anna Gazmarian! Anna holds an MFA in creative writing from the Bennington Writing Seminars. Her essays have been published in The Rumpus, Longreads, The Sun, and The Guardian. We talk all about her brand new book, “Devout: A Memoir of Doubt” and her struggle with mental illness while growing up evangelical.Guest (Selected) Works:Devout: A Memoir of DoubtGuest

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27:59

Anna Gazmarian "Devout: A Memoir of Doubt" pt. 1

The Deconstructionists ·

2024/06/17

Guest/Bio:This week we welcome Anna Gazmarian! Anna holds an MFA in creative writing from the Bennington Writing Seminars. Her essays have been published in The Rumpus, Longreads, The Sun, and The Guardian. We talk all about her brand new book, “Devout: A Memoir of Doubt” and her struggle with mental illness while growing up evangelical.Guest (Selected) Works:Devout: A Memoir of DoubtGuest Links:https://www.annagazmarian.com/X: https://x.com/anna_gazmarianIG:

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39:25

Benjamin Laird "The New Testament" pt. 2

The Deconstructionists ·

2024/06/10

Guest/Bio:This week we welcome back Dr. Benjamin Laird for the second part of our conversation! Dr. Laird serves as Associate Professor of Biblical Studies. He teaches a variety of courses in New Testament and Greek. He’s previously served in various capacities in the church including pastorates in Virginia and Scotland. His doctoral research examined the formation and circulation of the Pauline letter collection in early Christianity.In part 2 of our conversation we talk all about the books of the

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36:21

Benjamin Laird "The New Testament" pt. 1

The Deconstructionists ·

2024/06/03

Guest/Bio:This week we welcome Dr. Benjamin Laird! Dr. Laird serves as Associate Professor of Biblical Studies. He teaches a variety of courses in New Testament and Greek. He’s previously served in various capacities in the church including pastorates in Virginia and Scotland. His doctoral research examined the formation and circulation of the Pauline letter collection in early Christianity.In part 1 of our conversation we talk all about the books of the New Testament, their formation, and who wrote

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0:55

Season 12 is Coming!!!

The Deconstructionists ·

2024/05/24

Special Theme Music:Forrest ClayX: @clay_kInstagram: @forrestclaymusicYouTube: www.youtube.com/claykmusicEnjoy the music?Songs used on this episode were from the Recover EPYou can find Clay’s music on iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere good music can be found!This episode of The Deconstructionists Podcast was edited, mixed, and produced by John WilliamsonStay on top of all the latest at www.thedeconstructionists.com Go there to check out our blog, snag a pint glass, or follow us on

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52:27

Doug Smith "Growing up in a cult"

The Deconstructionists ·

2024/01/22

Guest Info/Bio:This week’s guest is comedian Doug Smith. Doug is a former Jehovah’s Witness who is searching for silver lining in growing up inside a doomsday cult. We talk about how his family got involved with the Jehovah’s Witnesses and what it was like to walk away. Check out Doug’s podcast: Jehovah Boy with Doug SmithGuest Website/Social Media: www.dougsmithcomedy.com Twitter, Instagram, Tik Tok, & YouTube: @whodougsmith Special Theme Music by: Forrest ClayInstagram:

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40:06

Sarah Stankorb "Disobedient Women" pt. 2

The Deconstructionists ·

2024/01/15

Guest Info/Bio:This week’s guest is Sarah Stankorb! Sarah is the author of the book Disobedient Women, which is a culmination of years reporting on women who used the internet to call out abuse within their evangelical communities. It is a book for and about people of faith and those who have walked away. The deeply researched work gives long-overdue recognition to the women who upturned their lives to speak out boldly, even as they were expected to submit and remain silent. Sarah’s articles and

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44:00

Sarah Stankorb "Disobedient Women" pt. 1

The Deconstructionists ·

2024/01/08

Guest Info/Bio:This week’s guest is Sarah Stankorb! Sarah is the author of the book Disobedient Women, which is a culmination of years reporting on women who used the internet to call out abuse within their evangelical communities. It is a book for and about people of faith and those who have walked away. The deeply researched work gives long-overdue recognition to the women who upturned their lives to speak out boldly, even as they were expected to submit and remain silent. Sarah’s articles and

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40:13

Dr. Greg Garrett "The Gospel According to James...

The Deconstructionists ·

2023/12/25

Guest Info/Bio:This week’s guest is Dr. Greg Garrett! Greg is a writer, speaker, musician, and professor. He’s the critically acclaimed author of over two dozen books of fiction and nonfiction including his latest, “The Gospel According to James Baldwin: What America’s Great Prophet Can Teach Us about Life, Love, and Identity.” Greg studied at Oklahoma State University where he received his PhD in English. He then continued his education with post-doctoral studies in Holocaust Studies at the

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37:24

Dr. Greg Garrett "The Gospel According to James...

The Deconstructionists ·

2023/12/20

Guest Info/Bio:This week’s guest is Dr. Greg Garrett! Greg is a writer, speaker, musician, and professor. He’s the critically acclaimed author of over two dozen books of fiction and nonfiction including his latest, “The Gospel According to James Baldwin: What America’s Great Prophet Can Teach Us about Life, Love, and Identity.” Greg studied at Oklahoma State University where he received his PhD in English. He then continued his education with post-doctoral studies in Holocaust Studies at the

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74:36

Rabbi Brad Hirschfield "Stories From The Old...

The Deconstructionists ·

2023/12/14

Guest Info/Bio:This week’s guest is the return of the amazing Rabbi Brad Hirschfield! We continue our discussion on stories from what we refer to as the Old Testament from the Christian and Jewish perspectives. This episode we cover the story of the great flood.Listed for many years in Newsweek as one of America’s “50 Most Influential Rabbis,” and recognized as one of our nation’s leading “Preachers & Teachers,” by Beliefnet.com, Fox News regular contributor, Washington Post blogger, and think

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41:09

Rabbi Brad Hirschfield "Stories from the Old...

The Deconstructionists ·

2023/12/07

Guest Info/Bio:This week’s guest is the return of the amazing Rabbi Brad Hirschfield! We continue our discussion on stories from what we refer to as the Old Testament from the Christian and Jewish perspectives. This episode we cover the story of Cane and Abel.Listed for many years in Newsweek as one of America’s “50 Most Influential Rabbis,” and recognized as one of our nation’s leading “Preachers & Teachers,” by Beliefnet.com, Fox News regular contributor, Washington Post blogger, and think

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32:04

Dr. Janet Kellogg Ray "The God of Monkey Science" pt. 2

The Deconstructionists ·

2023/11/21

Guest Info/Bio:Part 2 of my conversation with the amazing Dr. Janet Kellogg Ray! Dr. Ray currently teaches biology at the University of North Texas and speaks and writes at the intersection of science, culture, and faith. We discuss the disconnect between faith and science and why science isn’t at odds with religion. She is an adjunct clinical assistant professor at the University of North Texas in the Department of Biological Sciences. She holds a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction from the

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38:11

Dr. Janet Kellogg Ray "The God of Monkey Science" pt. 1

The Deconstructionists ·

2023/11/14

Guest Info/Bio:This week I welcome Dr. Janet Kellogg Ray! Dr. Ray currently teaches biology at the University of North Texas and speaks and writes at the intersection of science, culture, and faith. We discuss the disconnect between faith and science and why science isn’t at odds with religion. She is an adjunct clinical assistant professor at the University of North Texas in the Department of Biological Sciences. She holds a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of North Texas, a

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