A Pastor and a Philosopher Walk into a Bar

By: Randy Knie & Kyle Whitaker
  • Summary

  • Mixing a cocktail of philosophy, theology, and spirituality.

    We're a pastor and a philosopher who have discovered that sometimes pastors need philosophy, and sometimes philosophers need pastors. We tackle topics and interview guests that straddle the divide between our interests.

    Who we are:

    Randy Knie (Co-Host) - Randy is the founding and Lead Pastor of Brew City Church in Milwaukee, WI. Randy loves his family, the Church, cooking, and the sound of his own voice. He drinks boring pilsners.

    Kyle Whitaker (Co-Host) - Kyle is a philosophy PhD and an expert in disagreement and philosophy of religion. Kyle loves his wife, sarcasm, kindness, and making fun of pop psychology. He drinks childish slushy beers.

    Elliot Lund (Producer) - Elliot is a recovering fundamentalist. His favorite people are his wife and three boys, and his favorite things are computers and hamburgers. Elliot loves mixing with a variety of ingredients, including rye, compression, EQ, and bitters.

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Episodes
  • Evolution + Christianity, Part II: An Interview w/ Dr. Jim Stump
    Sep 30 2024

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    More Jim Stump!

    We hope you loved Part I of our conversation with Dr. Jim Stump as much we did. Here's Part II! In this one, we talk about the problem of evil and more about AI. Also...aliens!

    Seriously.

    Cheers!

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    Get your tickets here to join us in Denver Oct. 17-19. Use code PASTPHIL2024. Let us know if you sign up!

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    51 mins
  • Evolution + Christianity, Part I: An Interview w/ Dr. Jim Stump
    Sep 18 2024

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    Are Christianity and evolution compatible? Can a person trust God and trust science at the same time? Jim Stump wrote a book called The Sacred Chain: How Understanding Evolution Leads to Deeper Faith, and we are very much here for it.

    In this interview, we chat about the Bible, science, evolution, the soul, afterlife, and many other juicy topics. We actually had so much to talk about that we had to make this a two-parter. Stay tuned!

    Cheers!

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    Join us at Theology Beer Camp 2024!

    Get your tickets here to join us in Denver Oct. 17-19. Use code PASTPHIL2024. Let us know if you sign up!

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    Want to support us?

    The best way is to subscribe to our Patreon. Annual memberships are available for a 10% discount.

    If you'd rather make a one-time donation, you can contribute through our PayPal.


    Other important info:

    • Rate & review us on Apple & Spotify
    • Follow us on social media at @PPWBPodcast
    • Watch & comment on YouTube
    • Email us at pastorandphilosopher@gmail.com

    Cheers!

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Sarah McCammon on Exvangelicals
    Aug 23 2024

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    Welcome to Season 5!

    We're joined by Sarah McCammon, a National Political Correspondent for NPR and author of The Exvangelicals, an insightful and empathetic look at the stories of those who have left white American evangelicalism. Sarah is also an exvangelical herself, so she has a unique perspective that blends both personal experience and rigorous journalism.

    The Exvangelicals examines the complex dynamics of leaving a faith community that has deeply influenced one's upbringing and worldview and what it means to build a life after.

    In our conversation, we explore how evangelical communities interact with broader American culture and the internal narratives they construct about the world. We also discuss identity, personal transformation, the impact of evangelical teachings on concepts of morality and discipline, the practice of corporal punishment, and the effects of these experiences on parenting and trauma.

    Sarah's dual role as observer and participant brings a nuanced perspective to the discussion and allows her to offer an unusually informed and compassionate look at both the people navigating their way out of evangelical communities and those still inside.

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    Join us at Theology Beer Camp 2024!

    Get your tickets here to join us in Denver Oct. 17-19. Use code PASTPHIL2024. Let us know if you sign up!

    =====

    Want to support us?

    The best way is to subscribe to our Patreon. Annual memberships are available for a 10% discount.

    If you'd rather make a one-time donation, you can contribute through our PayPal.


    Other important info:

    • Rate & review us on Apple & Spotify
    • Follow us on social media at @PPWBPodcast
    • Watch & comment on YouTube
    • Email us at pastorandphilosopher@gmail.com

    Cheers!

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    1 hr and 9 mins

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