What If Project

Dr. Glenn Siepert
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What if there are ways of thinking about God and faith that are different than what our traditions have handed us?

  1. FEB 2

    Episode 357: NT Wright - God’s Homecoming and the Forgotten Promise of Future Renewal

    This week NT Wright joins me to explore the vision behind his new book, God’s Homecoming: The Forgotten Promise of Future Renewal. Many of us were raised with an end-times story that was focused on escape—going to heaven when we die, the rapture, and the destruction of the world. BUT. What if that was never the Christian hope? In this conversation, NT Wright challenges fear-based eschatology and invites us into a different future: not leaving creation behind, but God renewing it. We talk about heaven, resurrection, new creation, and what the Bible actually says about the end times. We also explore how this vision of hope speaks to real-world issues like political polarization, anxiety around "end times", and healing from evangelical and fundamentalist Christianity. Are you deconstructing, rethinking faith, or searching for a way to imagine God without fear? This episode is for you! In this episode, we discuss: Why “going to heaven when you die” became the dominant story What the Bible says about resurrection and new creation How fear-based end-times theology shaped evangelical Christianity What God’s “homecoming” means for how we live now (**Below are Amazon affiliate links. If you use these links to buy the product I may earn a small commission) SHOW NOTES: NT WRIGHT: https://ntwrightpage.com GOD'S HOMECOMING: https://amzn.to/3M01bAC MY NEW BOOK: https://a.co/d/fsUTllj ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art EBAY ART: https://www.ebay.com/usr/what_if_project SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support

    52 min

  2. JAN 25

    Episode 356: My New Book Is Out Today, Let's Talk About It

    Friends, today is my birthday AND the release of my new book, "Letters From My Soul". In this episode I share a bit about the book, read some chapter titles to you along with the Introduction. Give it a listen and head over to Amazon to pick one up for $14.99. If that's too steep, I get it - email me at whatifproject.net@gmail.com and I'll send you one for FREE. I am also happy to mail a signed copy for $20 or signed copies of all 3 of my books for $50 ... or whatever prices work for your budget.   Thanks for your love and support - my family and I are grateful. Sending you all much love!    SHOW NOTES:   NEW BOOK: https://a.co/d/9uQIgT3    SUBSTACK / BLOG: https://whatifproject.substack.com/   ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art   EBAY ART: https://www.ebay.com/usr/what_if_project   SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support

    25 min

  3. JAN 5

    Episode 355: Hugo Mendez - John's Gospel And The Invitation To Become

    Friends, welcome to SEASON NINE of the podcast. To kick off a new season and a NEW YEAR (Happy New Year!) we're talking to a brand new guest - Dr. Hugo Mendez. Hugo is an associate professor in Ancient Mediterranean Religions at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He recently wrote a book called "The Gospel of John: A New History" and it is FANTASTIC - a must read if you want to know more about the Jesus story told (in particular) from the vantage point of John's Gospel. We talk about the background of the Gospel and the radical (very radical!) theology of the Gospel that doesn't always seem to make its way into churches today. Buckle up and enjoy!   (**Below are Amazon affiliate links. If you use these links to buy the product I may earn a small commission)   SHOW NOTES:   HUGO MENDEZ: https://www.hugomendez.com   THE GOSPEL OF JOHN: https://amzn.to/4pi7Cwg   MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Rubble-Stories-Shattered-Relationships/dp/B0C7T5TJD4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B051GGV2WCSI&keywords=glenn+siepert&qid=1700157759&sprefix=glenn+%2Caps%2C399&sr=8-1   SUBSTACK / BLOG: https://whatifproject.substack.com/   ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art   EBAY ART: https://www.ebay.com/usr/what_if_project   SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support

    57 min

  4. 12/15/2025

    Episode 354: Amelia Hruby - Reclaiming Our Attention From Social Media In 2026

    Friends, welcome to the final episode of 2025. We're bringing the year (and season 8 of the podcast!) to a close with a new friend of the show - Amelia Hruby. Amelia wrote a book called "Your Attention is Sacred (Except on Social Media)" and she's on the show today to talk to us about some things we might not realize about social media and the way it impacts our everyday lives. I really set out to reform my social media use in 2025 and will do so even more in 2026. If you're in a place where you're realizing that how you currently use social media is having a negative impact on your soul ... this one is for you and will give you LOTS of practical things to ponder. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: AMELIA HRUBY: https://offthegrid.fun YOUR ATTENTION IS SACRED: https://offthegrid.fun/attention MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Rubble-Stories-Shattered-Relationships/dp/B0C7T5TJD4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B051GGV2WCSI&keywords=glenn+siepert&qid=1700157759&sprefix=glenn+%2Caps%2C399&sr=8-1 SUBSTACK / BLOG: https://whatifproject.substack.com/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art EBAY ART: https://www.ebay.com/usr/what_if_project SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support  MUSIC: track created in GarageBand :)

    58 min

  5. 12/01/2025

    Episode 353: Stefanie Caponi - Tarot As A Tool For Manifestion And Shadow Work

    Friends, this week we are talking to the official tarot reader and astrologer of the What If Project, my friend - Stefanie Caponi. I love the work that Stefanie is doing in the world as she breaks down and presents ideas and topics that many were raised to fear (!) in profound and non-threatening ways. Today we revisit the topic of "tarot" and how it ties into manifestation and shadow work and can help us on our journey of growth. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: STEFANIE CAPONI: https://moonvoidtarot.com  TAROT FOR MANIFESTATION: https://amzn.to/49vMyOQ  MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Rubble-Stories-Shattered-Relationships/dp/B0C7T5TJD4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B051GGV2WCSI&keywords=glenn+siepert&qid=1700157759&sprefix=glenn+%2Caps%2C399&sr=8-1 SUBSTACK / BLOG: https://whatifproject.substack.com/  ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art  EBAY ART: https://www.ebay.com/usr/what_if_project  SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support

    43 min

  6. 11/17/2025

    Episode 352: Mory Fontanez - Meeting Our Higher Self And The Realization That There Is No 'Other'

    Friends. This week we are talking to Mory Fontanez about her book, "Higher Self: Reclaiming the Power of Your Intuition" and, let me tell you - this book is scratching me right where I itch. I was raised in a world where I was told to DISTRUST the voice inside. Heck, I was even told it was a DEMON that needed to be CAST OUT and sent to the pits of hell. You too? Just me? Anyways - Mory helps those of us who have been disconnected from that voice to reconnect with it so that we can hear and live from the deep wisdom it has to share. We cover a lot of ground in this one - buckle up and ENJOY. SHOW NOTES: MORY FONTANEZ: https://www.moryfontanez.com/ HIGHER SELF: https://a.co/d/gtoc8os  MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Rubble-Stories-Shattered-Relationships/dp/B0C7T5TJD4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B051GGV2WCSI&keywords=glenn+siepert&qid=1700157759&sprefix=glenn+%2Caps%2C399&sr=8-1 SUBSTACK / BLOG: https://whatifproject.substack.com/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art EBAY ART: https://www.ebay.com/usr/what_if_project SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support

    48 min

  7. 11/03/2025

    Episode 351: Brian McLaren - Imagining A New Way Forward

    This week we are talking to Brian McLaren about his new book (the first in a trilogy), "The Last Voyage". We talk about the current state of the world and how humanity can come together to envision and dream about a new way forward. Looking for some motivation and encouragement during these divisive moments that we're in? This one will help. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: BRIAN MCLAREN: http://brianmclaren.net/  THE LAST VOYAGE: https://www.amazon.com/Last-Voyage-Brian-McLaren/dp/1399814141/ref=sr_1_5?crid=113IDZJUPQPX9&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.jnKH9MccYiwMi0x_EFweV-SwPzKW3OeScPBk1C_2LeZM2BSnKeTZ8nvhem-Ecj7TUHgD9g9XDrDGKceLushDkzebaLCOjpHl4En7KoZ0Y2JKVVdh-WPAzrsVF4xzWOxsa50FI3gY45vjsIFd2MaPR7MNIQg6zQmOI9gX1W4KFBgGcW0TH7ihi50gZe606iynA0rjEfO2ewrLiZdHu7_x_omu1ShJIHovU5QVL5wZVHINNOP_l7MeSgObA2tABKYDYGHXEVXwYy2qs5nhHi-E746XecwJZt8sz9Cfi9GEJ8U.JpL6NHMWmFaQrWaDlAHLlUt57CY57IxbA0Y26lVXJxk&dib_tag=se&keywords=brian+mclaren+books&qid=1760365579&sprefix=brian+mc%2Caps%2C172&sr=8-5 MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Rubble-Stories-Shattered-Relationships/dp/B0C7T5TJD4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B051GGV2WCSI&keywords=glenn+siepert&qid=1700157759&sprefix=glenn+%2Caps%2C399&sr=8-1 SUBSTACK / BLOG: https://whatifproject.substack.com/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art EBAY ART: https://www.ebay.com/usr/what_if_project SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support

    44 min

  8. 10/20/2025 · BONUS

    Check In 3: Oreo The Menace, Grief, And What's In Store For Season 9 Of The What If Project

    Friends, it's time for another check in. How are you? What's going on? Email me at whatifproject.net@gmail.com if you want to chat. Today I want to tell you about our new kitten, Oreo. I also want to talk to you about how our family has been learning to grieve. And I want to tell you about some tweaks and changes coming to Season 9 of the What If Project, which kicks off in January 2026.  Are you ready?  --- Here are some links ... MY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Rubble-Stories-Shattered-Relationships/dp/B0C7T5TJD4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B051GGV2WCSI&keywords=glenn+siepert&qid=1700157759&sprefix=glenn+%2Caps%2C399&sr=8-1 SUBSTACK / BLOG: https://whatifproject.substack.com/ ART STUDIO: https://www.whatifproject.net/art SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.whatifproject.net/support  SUPPORT MY ART: https://www.whatifproject.net/checkout/donate?donatePageId=67e862dd7198a645f85a4bdc

    30 min
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What if there are ways of thinking about God and faith that are different than what our traditions have handed us?

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  • Creator
    Dr. Glenn Siepert
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    368
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