No Longer Nomads

Josh Doyle

No Longer Nomads is a podcast dedicated to bringing you real stories of transformation and insights to help you navigate life's trickiest relationships. Relationships make or break our legacy, our footprint when we leave this place. Investing in these relationships is key. No Longer Nomads is a podcast about finding hope in the middle of life’s deserts, through raw stories, and honest conversations.  I'm Josh Doyle, your host for the show. I'm happily married with three young, energetic boys. In addition to running a digital ministry, I also manage a small business.  And I'm always looking for an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.

  1. 70 - Have You Tried Self Brain Surgery? With Dr Lee Warren

    FEB 3

    70 - Have You Tried Self Brain Surgery? With Dr Lee Warren

    How much of what you think… is actually true? In this powerful episode of No Longer Nomads, neurosurgeon Dr. Lee Warren joins the show to explore the surprising science behind our thoughts, emotions, and fears—and how they shape our brains, our faith, and our ability to flourish. After serving as a neurosurgeon in the Iraq War, Dr. Warren returned home with PTSD. Years later, he and his family faced unimaginable grief with the loss of their 19-year-old son. What followed was a life-altering journey that led Dr. Warren to uncover how neuroscience and Scripture converge in a practice he calls “self brain surgery.” Dr. Warren breaks down complex neuroscience in a grounded, hopeful way—showing how intentional thinking can reshape your brain, strengthen your faith, and help you live the abundant life Jesus talked about. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, or simply feeling stuck in repetitive thought patterns, this episode offers practical tools, deep hope, and a renewed sense of agency over your inner life. 📘 Dr. Lee Warren’s book: The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery Amazon Link: https://a.co/d/0a4bdIRW 🎙️ Podcast: The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast (available on Apple, Spotify, & YouTube) 🌐 More resources: https://wleewarrenmd.com/ New episodes of No Longer Nomads drop every Tuesday at 5am. Because no one was meant to wander alone. #RenewYourMind #MentalHealthAndFaith #Neuroscience #AnxietyHelp #ChristianPodcast

    49 min
  2. 67 - The Desert Isn’t Punishment - It’s Preparation with Dr. Matthew Larson

    JAN 13

    67 - The Desert Isn’t Punishment - It’s Preparation with Dr. Matthew Larson

    What if the desert isn’t just a place of suffering—but a space of formation? In this episode, host Josh Doyle sits down with historian and archaeologist Dr. Matthew Larsen to explore the deep spiritual, historical, and personal meaning of the desert. From far-west Texas landscapes to biblical narratives, this conversation reframes the desert as a place where clarity, resilience, and faith are forged. We Explore: • The Origin of "The Desert" SeriesDr. Larsen shares how personal hardship, academic study, and time spent in far-west Texas inspired his Desert series—drawing parallels to long journeys home, including Odysseus’ path in "The Odyssey". • The Beauty and Terror of the DesertThe desert is breathtaking—but unforgiving. We unpack how ancient travelers survived these harsh landscapes and how the same tension shows up in our spiritual and personal lives today. • What “Desert” Really Means in the BibleThe Hebrew "midbar* and Greek "eremos" reveal deserts as places of isolation, dependence, and survival—not just emptiness. These definitions reshape how we read Scripture. • Seeing Biblical Stories Through the LandscapeFrom Elijah’s 40-day journey to other overlooked desert narratives, visualizing the terrain brings new depth and realism to familiar biblical stories. Mentioned in this episode: "The Desert" Series — Available on Qava Streaming Service https://qava.tv/welcome Support the show: Check out merch, prints, and more at the No Longer Nomads website. https://www.nolongernomads.co/ Stay connected: Sign up for the newsletter to hear about upcoming episodes, live events, and more. https://www.nolongernomads.co/ If this episode encouraged you, please consider leaving a 5-star review—it helps more people find these stories. New episodes drop every Tuesday at 5 a.m.No Longer Nomads — because no one was meant to wander alone. #Desert #Biblical Lessons #Spiritual Growth #FaithJourney #DrMatthewLarsen #BiblicalHistory #Adventure #Faith #Podcast #Resilience #PersonalTransformation

    47 min
  3. 66 - When Faith Doesn’t Fix the Pain with Brenna Blain

    JAN 6

    66 - When Faith Doesn’t Fix the Pain with Brenna Blain

    In this powerful and deeply honest episode of No Longer Nomads, Josh sits down with Brenna Blain to talk about faith, suffering, mental illness, and the difficult questions many believers are afraid to ask out loud. Brenna shares her story of growing up as a pastor’s kid, walking away from faith, navigating trauma, sexuality, bipolar disorder, and multiple stays in the psych ward—and how God met her in the middle of it all. This conversation doesn’t offer shallow answers or quick fixes. Instead, it invites listeners into a more honest, biblical understanding of suffering and what it means to faithfully follow Jesus in the midst of pain. We talk about: - Why “socially acceptable” struggles are easier to share than real ones - Mental illness, faith, and the stigma still present in the church - Whether taking medication means you’re “not trusting God” - How suffering can quietly turn us inward—and how the Holy Spirit meets us there - Why God is still worth following when prayers feel unanswered If you’ve ever wondered “Why is God worth it?”, felt unseen in your suffering, or questioned whether the church has space for your story—this episode is for you. Mentioned in this episode: Brenna’s book "Can I Say That?" — available wherever books are sold. Support the show: Check out merch, prints, and more at the No Longer Nomads website. Stay connected:Sign up for the newsletter to hear about upcoming episodes, live events, and more. https://www.nolongernomads.co/ If this episode encouraged you, please consider leaving a 5-star review—it helps more people find these stories. New episodes drop every Tuesday at 5 a.m.No Longer Nomads — because no one was meant to wander alone. #FaithAndMentalHealth #ChristianSuffering #NoLongerNomads #MentalHealthInTheChurch#HopeInSuffering

    47 min
5
out of 5
47 Ratings

About

No Longer Nomads is a podcast dedicated to bringing you real stories of transformation and insights to help you navigate life's trickiest relationships. Relationships make or break our legacy, our footprint when we leave this place. Investing in these relationships is key. No Longer Nomads is a podcast about finding hope in the middle of life’s deserts, through raw stories, and honest conversations.  I'm Josh Doyle, your host for the show. I'm happily married with three young, energetic boys. In addition to running a digital ministry, I also manage a small business.  And I'm always looking for an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.

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