Episode 195: Domestic labor is labor
In a society that expects us to endlessly give to our careers, our children and our partnerships, it’s easy to feel under water. Laura Danger of thatdarnchat talks to us about mental load and division of domestic labor, and how we can fight for a more equal partnership and a more just world. Visit here […]
Episode 194: Endometriosis
Alysia J Dagrosa, also known as Tantie Lys, had suffered from endometriosis for well over a decade with debilitating pain before she got the treatment she needed. Now she educates and advocates for others living with endometriosis and is working to make the healthcare system a more just and equitable place. Here’s a link to […]
Episode 193: Deconstructing “Biblical” Masculinity with Ben Cremer
The Rev. Ben Cremer (one of my favorite tweeters of all time) talks to us about the version of “biblical” masculinity he was taught and how it doesn’t reflect Christ. Newsletter: https://benjamin-cremer.ck.page Blog: https://constantinvestigations.wordpress.com/2022/05/27/the-gun-problem-is-a-sin-problem/ The Book I mentioned (if you need it): “War and the American Difference:” https://www.amazon.com/War-American-Difference-Theological-Reflections/dp/0801039290#:~:text=From%20the%20Back%20Cover,church%2C%20justice%2C%20and%20nonviolence. Check out this episode!
Episode 192: The Formula Mom
The Formula Mom talks to us about post-Partum depression, justice around formula feeding, and her and others’ decision to formula feed. We also talk about the formula shortage and the justice issues surrounding parents’ access to formula. Check out this episode!
Episode 191: A Survivor of John Crist Tells Her Story
Sarah* tells us the story of how John Crist began to pursue her in high school– and why it is so problematic that Evangelical institutions continue to platform abusers. Check out this episode!
Episode 190: Unsettling Truths: Christianity, the Doctrine of Discovery, and Native American Genocide
Mark Charles talks to us about official church edicts that gave Christian explorers the right to claim territories they “discovered,” leading to the enslavement, genocide, and dehumanization of minority communities. Check out this episode!
Episode 189: My Body is Not a Prayer Request
Amy Kenny, a disabled Christian, educates us on the ableism that saturates American society– most especially the Church. Check out this episode!
Episode 188: Heavy Burdens: Seven Ways LGBTQ Christians Experience Harm in the Church
Religious faith reduces the risk of suicide for virtually every American demographic except one: LGBTQ people. Bridget Eileen Rivera talks to us about how queer people experience harm in the Church and how we can all do better. Check out this episode!
Episode 187: All About Doulas
Teresa Howard, a doula with over 27 years and 700+ birth experience, talks to us about what a doula is, and helps us confront fears surrounding childbirth. Check out this episode!
Episode 186: Infertility
An estimated 15% of couples will have trouble conceiving, yet it’s something we don’t know how to talk about. Today, Elizabeth Hagan author of “Birthed” and “Brave Church” talks to us about infertility. Content warning: miscarriage Check out this episode!