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Evangelicalish

Weekly Livestreams on YouTube on Wed nights at 9pm Eastern/6pm Pacific with hosts Ashley Swearengin and @UnconventionalPastorPaul, Paul Swearengin. She served as mayor of a city, Paul was an evangelical pastor. Together, they were deep in the middle of the rise of Christian nationalism. Come join us as we discussing a spirituality that reaches beyond the walls of a church building and connects deconstructing people of faith to a renewed identity and a beautiful connection to divine love and

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01:12:35

September 11 and the Church | PragerU in Public Schools

Evangelicalish ·

2023/09/14

Paul and April are joined again by content creator and former pastor Abbey Smith to talk about September 11 and how it changed our lives and the church in the last 22 years. And new rulings will allow Conservative media PragerU to teach rightwing views in public schools in Florida and Oklahoma. Abbey and April blind react to a couple PragerU videos to get an idea of what level of propaganda will be taught. Find Abbey at her website: thatabbeysmith.com or follow her on social media

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01:12:21

The Trump Effect (We're Back!)

Evangelicalish ·

2023/09/07

Paul, April and Jeremy are reunited and it feels so good! We're back from our summer break and catch up on what we missed. We talk Trump Trust - as people say they trust Trump more than family and if there's anything to do about it. We also discuss where we are on our faith journey and share our hate comments of the week! Stay connected or support us by visiting our website: evangelicalish.com Follow the Evangelicalish team on Tiktok, IG, FB & Twitter: @evangelicalish, @pastorpaul_tiktok,

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01:34:50

Shiny Happy Podcast: Inside IBLP

Evangelicalish ·

2023/06/29

Shiny Happy People is a docuseries on Prime that is making waves. In this episode, we're joined by Tara and Floyd Oathout, who were featured in the doc. They share more of their story inside Bill Gothard's IBLP (Institute in Basic Life Principles - made popular by the Duggars), their experience with the doc, fundamentalism in general and how they got out. Follow Floyd and Tara on Tiktok and IG: @advocateaverage_ Follow the Evangelicalish team on Tiktok, IG, FB & Twitter: @evangelicalish,

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01:15:37

A Pastor Coming Out Story with Mike Maeshiro

Evangelicalish ·

2023/06/22

Former Bethel pastor Mike Maeshiro tells us his story about coming out and accepting himself as gay man and how he realized God affirmed his identity all along. Follow Mike on IG, FB and YouTube: @mikemaeshiro https://www.mikemaeshiro.com/ ------------ Check out our new Merch ISH or join our ISH Community: www.evangelicalish.com Follow the Evangelicalish team on Tiktok, IG, FB & Twitter: @evangelicalish, @pastorpaul_tiktok, @pastorfromok, @aprilajoy Or email us:

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01:27:51

Bad Stuff Happens in the Bathroom - Trump Indictment #2

Evangelicalish ·

2023/06/15

In this episode, we talk about Trump's second indictment and what that means for the 2024 election. Why are so many evangelicals still on team trump? (Also we are NOT legal experts and probably guessed wrong. Please look up facts on the laws of the land and not rely on our legal commentary:)) AND the SBC ousted Saddleback Church for ordaining women and we talk all about it and how their rhetoric harms women. Check out our new Merch ISH or join our ISH Community: www.evangelicalish.com Follow

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01:21:47

Pride Goes Before the Boycott

Evangelicalish ·

2023/06/08

Why do so many evangelicals seem extra hateful during Pride Month? Boycotts are everywhere - Target, Bud Lite and Chick Fil A? We discuss all this and more. Don't miss our reunion show as April returns from her sabbatical. Check out our new Merch ISH or join our ISH Community: www.evangelicalish.com Follow the Evangelicalish team on Tiktok, IG, FB & Twitter: @evangelicalish, @pastorpaul_tiktok, @pastorfromok, @aprilajoy Or email us: evangelicalish@gmail.com

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01:13:58

It’s Gettin Hot in Here: Are We the Frogs in the Kettle?

Evangelicalish ·

2023/06/04

Should we truly fear Christian Nationalism? Could it be this time in America has a rising heat of so many crazy things are happening that we don’t really realize how bad and scary things are? Guest Co-host Malynda Hale joins Jeremy and Paul to discuss on this edition of Evangelicalish Find more about Malynda here: https://malyndahale.com/

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01:07:03

Is This Religious Trauma?

Evangelicalish ·

2023/05/25

Guest co-host Malynda Hale joins Jeremy and Paul to discuss religious trauma. Why do we downplay or even deny the effects religion has had on us in our lives? How do we face that reality that religious created trauma responses in us and what do we do about it today? Guest Co-Host Malynda Hale hosts the "We Need to Talk" Podcast. Check it out here Find out more about Malynda here or on social media @MalyndaHale

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01:13:30

Discussing New Research on Religious Trauma

Evangelicalish ·

2023/05/20

So often we hear Christians say of deconstructionists "oh they are hurt." Well, turns out scientific research says this is likely true, but ought to be treated as a negative attribute of the American Christian Church, not as an excuse to victim-blame but it. Guest Darren Slade's organization, the Global Center for Religious Research, defines religious trauma as resulting "from an event, series of events, relationships, or circumstances within or connected to religious beliefs, practices, or

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01:19:05

Taxing the Church and Truth v. Fox News

Evangelicalish ·

2023/04/21

"Tax the Church!" is an often-heard cry amongst the deconstruction community, but is there good reason to do so? Jeremy, Paul and guest co-host Janice Lagata discuss the nuance of taxing and tithing in American churches. Also, why is Fox News the "CNN" (Christian News Network) of evangelical Christians. The team discusses why truth should be allowed to set us all free again!

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01:27:22

What is Fierce Civility?

Evangelicalish ·

2023/04/14

Joe Weston, an international trainer, coach, and—above all else—an advocate for lasting peace discusses ways to bridge divides and meaningful resolution from the lens of a Buddhist. We also look at how historically marginalized communities in our society might feel "civility" of any level of fierceness might not be possible for them. Joe joins Paul, Jeremy and guest co-host Janie Lagata for this lively discussion. https://joeweston.com/

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01:22:45

Trump and Tarot Cards

Evangelicalish ·

2023/04/08

In this episode, April shares some exciting news. Then the boys are joined by guest-host Janice Lagata. They discuss the Trump Indictment and the Christian nationalists response. Also, the crew discusses their spiritual practices after deconstruction. Finishing with a prophecy from Paul and a tarot card reading from Janice for Jeremy.

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01:30:43

A Chat with Dara Starr Tucker

Evangelicalish ·

2023/03/30

Singer/Songwriter and social commentator Dara Starr Tucker joins April, Jeremy and Paul in this episode. They discuss a wide range of topics, from the school shooting in Nashville to the white evangelical response to President Obama being elected and wild charismatic services we used to attend. Follow Dara on YouTube: @DaraStarrTucker TikTok: @darastarrtucker Instagram: @daratuckerb Dara is a content creator who shares captivating commentaries on race and social issues, music and

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01:10:55

Do I Stay Christian? A Chat with Brian McLaren

Evangelicalish ·

2023/03/23

Besides being an author, speaker, activist, and public theologian, McLaren says he's a "passionate advocate for 'a new kind of Christianity' – just, generous, and working with people of all faiths for the common good." April, Jeremy and Paul talk with Brian about his newest book "Do I Stay Christian?" Get Brian's book and learn more about his work at www.brianmclaren.net Check out our new Merch ISH or join our ISH Community: www.evangelicalish.com Follow the Evangelicalish team on Tiktok,

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01:11:01

Was "Homosexual" Added to the Bible in 1946?

Evangelicalish ·

2023/03/02

Rocky Roggio joins us this episode to talk about the film she directed called 1946 The Movie. 1946 is a documentary film that chronicles how the misuse of a single word changed the course of modern history - the word "homosexual" was not included in any Bible translation until 1946. We discuss the film and her own journey as a lesbian woman who was raised in a fundamentalist household. Learn more about 1946 the Movie: 1946themovie.com/ Support 1946 The Movie GoFundMe Here Check out our new

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01:12:36

A Therapist Talks Religious Trauma

Evangelicalish ·

2023/02/23

In this episode, we're joined by licensed therapist Adele Martelle to talk all things religious trauma and how it affects us. Adele is a somatic based psychotherapist, certified trauma professional and spiritual integrationist. She is also speaks on topics of religious trauma, complex ptsd, intimacy development, mindfulness and body based healing. Follow her IG or TikTok @AdelleMarTellit Sign up on her website for info on your purity culture course coming up: adelemartelle.com Check out

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01:11:49

Our Last Podcast Before the Rapture?

Evangelicalish ·

2023/02/09

Apparently, some Christians believe the rapture is happening on February 15 so if true, this will be our last episode before the rapture. We talk about the rapture, Sam Smith's Grammy performance that sparked Satanic Panic and we wonder how God chooses a winner of the Super Bowl since he is always thanked by the winners.... If the Lord tarries, we will be back in a couple weeks. Check out our new Merch ISH or join our ISH Community: www.evangelicalish.com Follow the Evangelicalish team on

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01:13:24

We Had a Fight

Evangelicalish ·

2023/02/02

This week, Paul, Jeremy and April had a hard conversation that wasn't the prettiest- but it ended well. We decided to talk about it - our conflict, life after working in toxic churches, and things that trigger us since leaving. We also discuss the importance of recognizing these things in ourselves to figure out how we keep from falling back into old patterns. Check out our new Merch ISH or join our ISH Community: www.evangelicalish.com Follow the Evangelicalish team on Tiktok, IG, FB &

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01:21:07

Ableism in the Church

Evangelicalish ·

2023/01/27

In this episode, we talk with Elora Dodd (@Online1schoolroomhouse) who is an Autistic comedian and activist who fights to improve the lives of disabled people and combat religious abuse. She shares some of her own story of growing up in the church, going to Oral Roberts University and shares stories of other people with disabilities, how the church treated them and what needs to change. Find Elora on Instagram: @online1roomschoolhouse Elora's Linktree (please note we experienced some audio

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01:13:55

Evangelical Resolutions and House Republican...

Evangelicalish ·

2023/01/12

We're back for our first live show of 2023. We talk about New Year's resolutions, how we used to view them and how that's changed since deconstruction. We also talk about the fiasco that was the Speaker of the House vote and what that means for the political climate. Check out our new Merch ISH or join our ISH Community: www.evangelicalish.com Follow the Evangelicalish team on Tiktok, IG, FB & Twitter: @evangelicalish, @pastorpaul_tiktok, @pastorfromok, @aprilajoy Or email us:

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