Rethinking Faith

(Re)thinking Faith
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A theological journey of becoming. Deconstruction/Reconstruction. Evolution of faith.

  1. 18. Juni

    The Intro to Levinas You Didn't Know You Need - With Aaron Simmons

    This week, Dr. Aaron Simmons joins me once again and dives deep into Emmanuel Levinas’s groundbreaking philosophy, revealing how ethics begins before ontology, before even our freedom itself, through the powerful concept of infinite responsibility to the other. Aaron helps us decipher a philosophical masterpiece that redefines how we see responsibility, ethics, and hope in a world full of overwhelming demands. If you’ve ever felt the weight of moral obligation or wondered how to act amidst chaos, this episode offers a transformative perspective you didn't know you needed. Join us for a compelling conversation that will reshape your understanding of ethics, community, and hope. Whether you’re familiar with Levinas or just starting your journey into existential philosophy, this episode opens new avenues for living responsibly and compassionately. RESOURCES: Aarons Website Aarons YouTube Aarons SubStack THEOLOGY BEER CAMP: Snag your ticket(s) HERE. Join my Patreon for 10% off your ticket price! *A special thanks to Marty Fredrick, Josh Gilbert, and Dan Koch! Love you guys 3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    2 Std. 8 Min.

  2. 10. Juni

    Is Death the Most Important Fact About You? - With Todd May

    This week I was joined by philosopher Todd May, advisor to The Good Place. Discover why embracing mortality enriches life, how immortality might erode meaning, and why love thrives on vulnerability. Explore the ethics of human extinction, divine compassion, and the myth of eternal life. Perfect for thinkers and skeptics, this episode challenges assumptions and invites you to find meaning within our finite existence. Hit play and (re)think what it means to live well in a fragile world. Enjoy! RESOURCES: Death: The Art of Living A Fragile Life: Accepting Our Vulnerability Should We Go Extinct? A Philosophical Dilemma For Our Unbearable Times A Significant Life: Human Meaning in a Silent Universe Gilles Deleuze: An Introduction THEOLOGY BEER CAMP: Snag your ticket(s) HERE! *A special thanks to Marty Fredrick, Josh Gilbert, and Dan Koch. Love you guys 3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 Std. 4 Min.

  3. 21. Mai

    The Intro to Existentialism You Didn't Know You Need - With Taylor Thomas

    This week, my good friend Dr. Taylor Thomas returns to the podcast. We decided to have a very honest conversation about meaninglessness and the weight of existence. It’s easy to feel lost in today’s world, but there’s power in acknowledging our struggles. Dr. Thomas brings his unique perspective, drawing from theology and philosophy, to explore how we can find purpose amidst the chaos. From Kierkegaard to Nietzsche... from Sartre to Camus, what do the existentialists have to teach us today about our ethics and political engagements in a world on fire? Enjoy! THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2026: Get your ticket(s) and come hang out at camp! TICKETS *Special thanks to Marty Fredrick, Josh Gilbert, and Dan Koch. Love you guys 3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    2 Std. 9 Min.

  4. 15. Mai

    The Universal, Incorporeal Spirit of Love - With Thomas Jay Oord

    This week I was happy to have my good friend and friend of the podcast Dr. Thomas Jay Oord join me once again. Tom recently released volume 1 of his Systematic Theology of Love. We take a deep dive into the volume and get kind of nerdy doing it... Enjoy! RESOURCES: A Systematic Theology of Love: Volume 1 - God and Creation ORTCon 26 THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2026: Time to nerd out with your geek out! Get your ticket(s) HERE. *A special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch. Love you guys 3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 Std. 36 Min.

  5. 6. Mai

    The Edge of Space-Time - With Chanda Prescod-Weinstein

    This week, I had the privilege of hanging out with Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein! In this conversation, Chanda shares her journey into physics, the intersection of science and gender studies, the queerness of the universe, and the importance of metaphor and storytelling in understanding complex scientific concepts. She discusses her books, the role of curiosity, and how physics can be a tool for liberation and democratic engagement. Enjoy! RESOURCES: The Edge of Space-Time: Particles, Poetry, and the Cosmic Dream Boogie The Disordered Cosmos: A Journey into Dark Matter, Spacetime, & Dreams Deffered THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2026: Get your tickets for camp HERE. *Special thanks to Marty Fredrick, Josh Gilbert, and Dan Koch! Love you guys 3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 Std. 9 Min.

  6. 2. Mai

    Condemned to Becoming: Toward an Existentialist Process-Relational Theology

    This is an audio essay originally published on my Substack. This essay explores the possibility of joining the Existentialism of Jean-Paul Sartre and the Process Philosophy of Alfred North Whitehead. The essay imagines a theology that embraces radical freedom, divine persuasion, and cosmic creativity. It offers a fresh perspective on God, human self-determination, and the nature of authentic existence. Enjoy! (Re)thinking Faith Substack: Subscribe to my Substack HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    35 Min.

  7. 30. Apr.

    Conversion Therapy And Other Bad Ideas - With Timothy Schraeder Rodriguez

    This week I had the privilege of being joined by Timothy Schraeder Rodriguez to discuss his forthcoming book, "Conversion Therapy Dropout: A Quee Story of Faith & Belonging". I was also joined by a special co-host for this conversation, Dr. Learh Robinson. Tim shares his powerful journey through conversion therapy, his experiences within the church, and his path to self-acceptance and healing. The conversation explores the harm caused by conversion practices, the importance of community, and the hope for a more inclusive church. Enjoy! RESOURCES: Tim's Book: Conversion Therapy Dropout Church Clarity Exodus International Closure Announcement Trevor Project Research on Conversion Therapy Tim's Book Tour Info THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2026: Come hang out at my favorite event of the year! Get your tickets HERE. *Special thanks to Marty Fredrick, Josh Gilbert, and Dan Koch! Love you guys 3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 Std. 19 Min.

  8. 15. Apr.

    Experiments in Mystical Atheism - With Brook Ziporyn

    Most modern debates about faith overlook a profound reality: the divine might be better understood as a dynamic process rather than a static entity. In this mind-expanding conversation, Dr. Brook Ziporyn reveals how mystical atheism, rooted in Chinese philosophy and critical reinterpretations of traditional concepts, offers a transformative lens for spirituality beyond the limits of classical theism. If you're questioning the nature of God, purpose, and meaning—whether religious or secular—this episode challenges the assumptions that keep us trapped in dichotomies of finite and infinite, purpose and purposelessness. Join host Josh Patterson as he untangles the philosophical web connecting Spinoza, Nietzsche, Bataille, and Taoist thought, exploring how their ideas unlock new ways to perceive divinity without needing a personal, intentional God. You'll discover how this perspective emphasizes the fluid, oceanic interconnectedness of all things—where every moment, object, and experience is part of a vast, non-dichotomous flow. We break down the core concepts like the oceanic unity, the critique of purpose, and the role of mystical experience in dissolving rigid categories, paving the way for a richer, more inclusive spirituality.This episode is perfect for skeptics craving depth, seekers longing for a meaningful connection, and thinkers willing to challenge the very foundations of faith and atheism alike. If you're tired of binary thinking—either believing in a traditional God or rejecting all notions of the divine—you'll walk away with a new vocabulary: from the oceanic to the omnicentric—tools to reimagine the sacred as a fluid, generative process embracing ambiguity and multiplicity. Enjoy! RESOURCES: Brook Ziporyn Experiments in Mystical Atheism (Book) THEOLOGY BEER CAMP 2026: Time to nerd out with your geek out! Get your ticket(s) HERE. *A special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch. Love you guys 3* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    2 Std. 30 Min.
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