Prodigal Failures

Andy Speck and Craig Allen
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Two guys, two different flavors of evangelical upbringing, and zero plans to come crawling back. Andy and Craig compare notes on the churches that raised them, the things they were warned about, and the slow, messy work of pulling it all apart. Part confession, part comedy, part unofficial therapy — it's an honest look at what growing up in the faith actually did to us, and who we became once we left. For anyone still untangling what they were taught, you're in good company. We're figuring it out together.

Episodes

  1. 5d ago

    Andy Takes A Spiritual Dump

    In this episode, Craig and Andy officially unveil the name Prodigal Failures and take a humorous, sometimes cathartic trip through the parts of church culture that still make them cringe. From purity culture and altar calls to Christian knockoffs, communion, youth group rules, and the classic “it’s not a religion, it’s a relationship” line, they unpack the traditions, phrases, and experiences that left them confused, frustrated, or laughing in hindsight. It’s an honest, funny conversation about growing up in evangelical Christianity, processing the baggage it left behind, and finding some humor in the journey. Have a story, question, or experience you'd like to share? We'd love to hear from you. Leave us a voicemail and join the conversation!

  2. Oct 26

    Meet Our Hosts: Craig

    Meet Craig, the other half of Prodigal Failures. In this episode, he shares his own story, his experiences growing up in Christianity, and the questions that led him to rethink what he once believed. It's a chance to get to know the guy behind the mic, understand where he's coming from, and see why he's here to unpack the weird, messy, and sometimes ridiculous world of faith and deconstruction. Have a story, question, or experience you'd like to share? We'd love to hear from you. Leave us a voicemail and join the conversation!

  3. Oct 26

    Meet Our Hosts: Andy

    Welcome to Prodigal Failures! Who is Andy, and how did he end up here? In the first of our two-part introduction, Andy shares a little about his background, his experiences with Christianity, and the journey that shaped his perspective on faith. Get to know one half of Prodigal Failures as we kick things off with honest stories, questionable decisions, and a healthy dose of irreverence. Have a story, question, or experience you'd like to share? We'd love to hear from you. Leave us a voicemail and join the conversation!

  • 3 Episodes

About

Two guys, two different flavors of evangelical upbringing, and zero plans to come crawling back. Andy and Craig compare notes on the churches that raised them, the things they were warned about, and the slow, messy work of pulling it all apart. Part confession, part comedy, part unofficial therapy — it's an honest look at what growing up in the faith actually did to us, and who we became once we left. For anyone still untangling what they were taught, you're in good company. We're figuring it out together.

Information

  • Creator
    Andy Speck and Craig Allen
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Andy Speck and Craig Allen
  • Show Website
    Prodigal Failures