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Heretic Happy Hour is an unapologetically irreverent, crass, and sometimes profound conversation about the intersection of culture and the Christian faith. Hosts Keith Giles and Matthew J. Distefano, alongside a rotating panel of guest hosts that include theologians and therapists, professors and prophets, mystics and misfits, pull no punches and leave no stones unturned. For some serious sacred cow-tipping, there’s nothing better than spending an hour of your time with us. New shows every Tuesday, with bonus episodes on Fridays and Sundays.
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In this week's main episode, Matthew chats with Angela Thompson and Halley Kim about the patriarchy, forgiving God, and the problem of suffering in a world where God is supposedly in control. Content Warning: Discussions
In this week's bonus show, Matthew and Keith take a few messages into the hotline, chat about The Odyssey, and the upcoming feature on Theology by the Pint. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at
In this week's main episode, Keith and Matthew sit down with novelist John Shirley and Philip K. Dick scholar Ted Hand to discuss the intersection of quantum theology and the writings of Philip K. Dick. If you want to ca
In this week's bonus show, Matthew and Keith take all your calls and texts into the hotline, prepare for a visit to Theology by the Pint, and preview our upcoming episode on the theology of Philip K. Dick. If you want to
In this week's main episode, Keith and Matthew chat with Quoir authors Gregory Smith, Gil Stafford, and Brandy Anderson about the intersection of Carl Jung, Tarot, Jesus, and the Tao. If you want to call in to the Bonus
In this week's bonus show, Matthew and Keith take all your calls and texts into the hotline, most of which are in regards to the episode with Pastor Evan. Should we enact blasphemy laws in America? Hell no, says you! We
In this week's main episode, Keith sits down with author and publisher David Morris of Lake Drive Books to talk about the intersection of Freud and deconstruction. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicem
In this week's bonus show, Matthew and Keith check in real quick to let y'all know that next week we should be back to our regularly scheduled program. Keith is in a Portland public library due to not having internet at
In this week's main episode, Matthew and Keith hear from Pastor Evan McClanahan about blasphemy laws. Wait, seriously? Should we reinstate them? Well... obviously not, but let's hear what Pastor Evan has to say. If you w
In this week's bonus show, Matthew and Keith prepare for the discussion with Pastor Evan who will be arguing in favor of blasphemy laws. Plus, messages into the hotline. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a
In this week's main episode, Matthew chats with Angie Von Slaughter and Britney Shawley about how to find our authentic selves in the midst of a culture that doesn't always reward self-discovery. If you want to call in t
In this week's bonus show, Matthew and Keith catch up on the World Cup fiasco, the Andrew Wilson debate, and a text into the hotline. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020 . We'll
In this week's main episode, Keith and Matthew chat with a handful of the contributors for the new book, Love Unrelenting , which chronicles universalist testimonies around the world. If you want to call in to the Bonus
In this week's bonus show, Matthew reflects on his recent debate with Andrew Wilson. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020 . We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show. Or
In this week's main episode, Keith sits down with Quoir authors David Agranoff and Andrea M. Butler to discuss emerging AI religions... yes, they are a real thing. Find out what our guests think of this. If you want to c
In this week's bonus show, which is Keith's last in El Paso, the guys talk about hanging out next week after the big debate. Also, we comment on 2 messages left on the hotline. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, l
In this week's main episode, Keith chats with a dynamic panel to discuss civil rights, how the Bible is related, where we've come from in the United States, and where we could possibly go. If you want to call in to the B
In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith take a handful of calls/texts into the hotline, including a question about the Christian use of cannabis. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332
In this week's main episode, Matthew and Keith chat with Ella Rose, Heather Hoff, Paris Ortiz-Wines, and Madison Hilly about nuclear energy: their roles within the industry, whether it is safe and can be scaled, and how
In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith follow up on the upcoming debate with Andrew Wilson (with an important update), and nerd out on some recent films. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at
Lisa Sharon Harper
founder · Freedom Road
6 appearances on this show
Jeremy Steele
author, podcaster, progressive pastor · United Methodist
6 appearances on this show
Stuart Delony
author, satirist, podcaster, voice behind Snarky Faith
10 appearances on this show
Doug Pagitt
Vote Common Good CEO · Vote Common Good
6 appearances on this show
Jeremy Jernigan
former mega church pastor · none
1 appearance on this show
Mo Thomas
certified MindValley Coach
3 appearances on this show
Brandy Anderson
Author, Spiritual Director, Jungian Coach
3 appearances on this show
John Fugelsang
host of Tell Me Everything, author of Separation of Church and Hate
6 appearances on this show
Jonathan Foster
author of On Board: The Modern Playbook for Corporate Governance · Current Capitals Partners
1 appearance on this show
Mattie Jo Cowsert
author of God, Sex & Rich People
2 appearances on this show
Riley Gaines
12x NCAA Champion & Save Women’s Sports Leader
1 appearance on this show
Sara Moslener
purity scholar
1 appearance on this show
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