Untangled Faith

Amy Fritz
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A podcast for anyone who has found themself disillusioned or discouraged in their faith journey and who wants to hold on to their faith while untangling it from all that is not good or true.

  1. 163: How A Relational Vision of Church Can Revolutionize our Faith Communities. Guest: Toni Daniels

    4D AGO

    163: How A Relational Vision of Church Can Revolutionize our Faith Communities. Guest: Toni Daniels

    In this conversation Toni Daniels from the Luke 10 ministry joins Amy to talk about a what she believes is the best way to approach building faith communities. Subscribe to my newsletter: https://untangledfaith.substack.com In this episode we talk about: Toni's ministry Luke 10. How salvation is the ultimate expression of secure attachment. How Jesus modeled a discipleship that wasn't about pointing out errors and correcting his disciples. How the CEO Business model has failed faith communities. The power of simply enjoying people. Featured Guest Toni Daniels Resources mentioned The Luke 10 Community The Jesus Led Book Tell Your Friends! If you loved this episode, leave us a review on your favorite podcast app and share it with a friend. Tag us if you share it on social media. Follow Untangled Faith wherever you listen to podcasts Follow on Apple podcasts Subscribe on YouTube Follow on Spotify Follow on Podcast Addict Want to share your thoughts with us or talk about partnering with the show? Email: amy@untangledfaithpodcast.com Follow me on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow me on BlueSky

    57 min

  2. 4D AGO ·  BONUS

    You Might Also Like: The Oprah Podcast

    Introducing The Co-Founders of Claude AI Tell Oprah About the Impact Artificial Intelligence Has on Your Life from The Oprah Podcast. Follow the show: The Oprah Podcast The siblings and co-founders of Claude AI, the CEO, Dario Amodei, and the President, Daniela Amodei, sit down with Oprah for an in-depth discussion on Artificial Intelligence and its profound impact on all of us. Anthropic is one of the largest tech companies leading AI development including their enormously popular chatbot assistant Claude. Dario and Daniela discuss the ethical responsibility and moral questions that come with creating advanced A.I., their new model Mythos and share their thoughts around government regulation. They talk about the potential risks and benefits of A.I. in everyday lives, the impact on jobs and how it will affect children. The Amodei siblings also explain their headline-making refusal of the Pentagon’s request to remove guardrails from Claude and the behind-the-scenes discussions that helped shape their decision. 00:00:00 - Welcome Daniela and Dario Amodei, founders of Anthropic 00:01:47 - Dario on human extinction 00:04:40 - What is the AI race 00:08:00 - Athropic’s safety concerns 00:09:26 - Why they are a public benefit corporation 00:11:20 - How the siblings formed Anthropic 00:13:00 - Can AI be created responsibly 00:14:12 - Benefits and the harms 00:18:52 - People falling in love with AI 00:20:30 - Claude and underage users 00:22:18 - How Claude does not incentivize users 00:28:33 - Anthropic’s refusal to remove guardrails 00:35:10 - Hard decisions they have had to make 00;38:35 - What regulation should look like 00:40:45 - Should people view AI negatively? 00:43:00 - The AI problem to solve 00:48:20 - Men use AI more than women 00:49:30 - What is Mythos 00:53:20 - Does this keep them up at night? 00:54:15 - What keeps ego in check 00:58:20 - Will they get this right? 00:59:15 - Are there others doing this responsibly? 01:03:25 - What is the meaning of a well-lived life? Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. MAY 12

    The Sacredness of Ordinary Connection with Matt Mattson

    In this conversation, author Matt Mattson talks with Amy Fritz about the sacredness of ordinary connection in our everyday lives. Subscribe to my newsletter: https://untangledfaith.substack.com In this episode we talk about: The story behind Matt's new book Cathredrals of Connection The power of everyday encounters How to find connection even when you're not an extrovert First Watch and The West Wing Our need for both the institutional church and more nontraditional spaces for connection Featured Guest Matt Mattson Resources mentioned Cathedrals of Connection- The latest book by Shannan Martin Matt's website - Connect, learn more about his work Tell Your Friends! If you loved this episode, leave us a review on your favorite podcast app and share it with a friend. Tag us if you share it on social media. Follow Untangled Faith wherever you listen to podcasts Follow on Apple podcasts Subscribe on YouTube Follow on Spotify Follow on Podcast Addict Want to share your thoughts with us or talk about partnering with the show? Email: amy@untangledfaithpodcast.com Follow me on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow me on BlueSky

    1 hr

  4. APR 21

    Escaping The High Control World of the Duggars and the IFB Church

    About 10 years ago, the news came out that Joshua Duggar had abused two of his sisters. And then just a few years ago, Josh was arrested and convicted of possessing and distributing CSAM. Fast forward to last month. Josh Duggar's younger brother, Joseph, was arrested on suspicion of molestation. The pattern is horrifying. In today's episode, Amy Fritz shares a conversation she had with Ryan George. Ryan escaped the Independant Fundamentalist Baptist (IFB) church world that's adjacent to the circles the Duggars are in. He shares how he got out and how he had to reckon with reports that his own father was an abuser. Subscribe to my newsletter: https://untangledfaith.substack.com Featured Guest Ryan George Resources mentioned Hurt and Healed by the Church - Ryan's book Tell Your Friends! If you loved this episode, leave us a review on your favorite podcast app and share it with a friend. Tag us if you share it on social media. Follow Untangled Faith wherever you listen to podcasts Follow on Apple podcasts Subscribe on YouTube Follow on Spotify Follow on Podcast Addict Want to share your thoughts with us or talk about partnering with the show? Email: amy@untangledfaithpodcast.com Follow me on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow me on BlueSky

    38 min
  5. 160: Expanding The Abortion Conversation Beyond Life Versus Choice. Guest: Angela Weszely

    APR 14

    160: Expanding The Abortion Conversation Beyond Life Versus Choice. Guest: Angela Weszely

    In this conversation, Angela Weszely talks about expanding the abortion conversation beyond life versus choice and why many Christians are feeling uncomfortable with the current discourse. This episode explores some better ways to approach this topic and what we might be missing. Subscribe to my newsletter: https://untangledfaith.substack.com In this episode we talk about: Taking off our team jerseys Measure success as becoming more like Jesus John 8 and the way it's been misrepresented What about truth? Why no one is coming to the church when they need help Letting go of shame Featured Guest Angela Weszely Resources mentioned Becoming ProGrace - Angela's book About the ProGrace organization Tell Your Friends! If you loved this episode, leave us a review on your favorite podcast app and share it with a friend. Tag us if you share it on social media. Follow Untangled Faith wherever you listen to podcasts Follow on Apple podcasts Subscribe on YouTube Follow on Spotify Follow on Podcast Addict Want to share your thoughts with us or talk about partnering with the show? Email: amy@untangledfaithpodcast.com Follow me on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow me on BlueSky

    1h 4m
  6. Politics for the Politically Homeless. Guest: Lauren Pinkston

    APR 7

    Politics for the Politically Homeless. Guest: Lauren Pinkston

    Independent candidate for governor in Tennessee, Lauren Pinkston joins Amy Fritz for a conversation about faith and politics and hope for those who feel politically homeless. Subscribe to my newsletter: https://untangledfaith.substack.com Featured Guest Dr. Lauren Pinkston Website: Lauren Pinkston for Tennessee Governor Lauren's bio: Lauren Pinkston is a wife, mother of four, and seventh-generation Tennessean running for Governor to restore integrity, accountability, and common sense to state government. Rooted in rural Tennessee and shaped by global experience, she has built a career advancing opportunity by supporting human trafficking survivors, strengthening the workforce, and leading mission-driven organizations. Lauren is running to put Tennesseans first by improving education, supporting working families, and ensuring government serves people, not politics. She believes Tennessee's best days are ahead when leaders listen, lead with courage, and deliver real results. Lauren Pinkston for TN Make a Gift Volunteer with the Campaign Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube Threads Tell Your Friends! If you loved this episode, leave us a review on your favorite podcast app and share it with a friend. Tag us if you share it on social media. Follow Untangled Faith wherever you listen to podcasts Follow on Apple podcasts Subscribe on YouTube Follow on Spotify Follow on Podcast Addict Want to share your thoughts with us or talk about partnering with the show? Email: amy@untangledfaithpodcast.com Follow me on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow me on BlueSky

    58 min
  7. 158: Bible Truth About Women. Guest: Lydia Kaiser

    MAR 31

    158: Bible Truth About Women. Guest: Lydia Kaiser

    Lydia Kaiser joins Amy Fritz for a conversation on what the Bible says about women. Subscribe to my newsletter: https://untangledfaith.substack.com In this episode we talk about: Lydia's new book, Bible Truth About Women: What They Don't Tell You. Titles v. Roles in Scripture How different Bible transitions change over the years Women in the New Testament Misconceptions about what Scripture says about women Featured Guest Lydia Kaiser Website: https://LydiaKaiser.com Facebook.com/LydiaGraceKaiser/ Email: LydiaKaiserBook@gmail.com Resources mentioned Bible Truth About Women: What They Don't Tell You Dr. Beth Allison Barr Episode Tell Your Friends! If you loved this episode, leave us a review on your favorite podcast app and share it with a friend. Tag us if you share it on social media. Follow Untangled Faith wherever you listen to podcasts Follow on Apple podcasts Subscribe on YouTube Follow on Spotify Follow on Podcast Addict Want to share your thoughts with us or talk about partnering with the show? Email: amy@untangledfaithpodcast.com Follow me on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow me on BlueSky

    55 min
  8. What To Do When the World Feels Heavy. Guest: Shannan Martin

    MAR 17

    What To Do When the World Feels Heavy. Guest: Shannan Martin

    In this conversation, Shannan Martin shares her framework of "counterweights" for balancing life's heaviness. This episode explores how balancing the hard things with intentional moments of joy can get us through. Subscribe to my newsletter: https://untangledfaith.substack.com In this episode we talk about: The story behind Shannon Martin's new book, Counterweights: An Essential Practice for Holding Hope in a Heavy World Practical ways to identify and gather counterweights in daily life The importance of authenticity in community and faith spaces Walking through a church community rupture The role of community in recovering from loss and betrayal Taco Bell and kids going to college Featured Guest Shannan Martin Resources mentioned Counterweights: An Essential Practice for Holding Hope in a Heavy World - The latest book by Shannan Martin Shannan Martin on Instagram - Daily reflections and updates Shannan Martin's Substack - Weekly insights on faith and emotional health Shannan's Website - Connect, learn more about her work Tell Your Friends! If you loved this episode, leave us a review on your favorite podcast app and share it with a friend. Tag us if you share it on social media. Follow Untangled Faith wherever you listen to podcasts Follow on Apple podcasts Subscribe on YouTube Follow on Spotify Follow on Podcast Addict Want to share your thoughts with us or talk about partnering with the show? Email: amy@untangledfaithpodcast.com Follow me on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow me on BlueSky

    57 min
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A podcast for anyone who has found themself disillusioned or discouraged in their faith journey and who wants to hold on to their faith while untangling it from all that is not good or true.

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  • Creator
    Amy Fritz
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    103
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2022 Untangled Faith
  • Show Website
    Untangled Faith

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