Episodes

  • [Faith] Episode 48: Bishop Michael Curry - Love Makes Room for Us All (REISSUE)

    [Faith] Episode 48: Bishop Michael Curry - Love Makes Room for Us All (REISSUE)
    Oct 28 2024
    What parts of our faith are worth holding onto? In this episode of Faith for Normal People, Presiding Bishop Michael Curry joins Pete and Jared to discuss ways to think differently about scripture and the importance of keeping love at the center of your being. This is a reissue of The Bible for Normal People Episode 192 from February 2022. Show Notes → ********** This episode is brought to you by Litter Robot! Litter-Robot by Whisker is the solution to all your litter box problems, with self-cleaning technology that automatically cleans after every use so your cats will always have a fresh bed of litter to do their business - and your friends won’t think your house smells like a litter box. Right now, Whisker is offering $75 off Litter-Robot bundles. AND, as a special offer to listeners, you can get an additional $50 off when you go to stopscooping.com/NORMALPEOPLE. ********** This episode is sponsored by Greenlight. Greenlight is a debit card and money app made for families: parents can send money to their kids and keep an eye on kids’ spending and saving, while kids and teens build money confidence and lifelong financial literacy skills. Sign up for Greenlight today and get your first month free when you go to greenlight.com/normalpeople. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • [Bible] Episode 284: Jennifer G. Bird - The Myth of Biblical Marriage

    [Bible] Episode 284: Jennifer G. Bird - The Myth of Biblical Marriage
    Oct 21 2024
    Should Christians use the Bible as a template for a healthy marriage? In this episode of The Bible for Normal People, Dr. Jennifer Bird joins Jared and Angela Parker to bust the myth of “biblical” marriage. She dives into the ways scripture has been used to enforce traditional gender roles, the cultural assumptions embedded in biblical texts about marriage, sex, and property rights, and how these interpretations have influenced Christian thought. Show Notes → Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • [Faith] Episode 47: Lee C. Camp - America Can Never Be a Christian Nation

    [Faith] Episode 47: Lee C. Camp - America Can Never Be a Christian Nation
    Oct 14 2024
    In this episode of Faith for Normal People, Lee Camp joins Pete and Jared to discuss the relationship between Christianity and politics, challenging the idea that Christianity is apolitical by arguing that Christian faith is inherently political in addressing fundamental human concerns like reconciliation, justice, and community. He also addresses the problematic notion of America as a "Christian nation" and calls for a more thoughtful, less partisan Christian engagement in politics. Show Notes → ********** Pretty Litter sounds amazing, and we’re excited to give it a try. If you’d like to try it too, go to prettylitter.com/normalpeople to save 20% on your FIRST order and get a free cat toy. Terms and conditions apply. See site for details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    57 mins
  • [Bible] Episode 283: Pete Enns - Pete Ruins Genesis (Part 3)

    [Bible] Episode 283: Pete Enns - Pete Ruins Genesis (Part 3)
    Oct 7 2024
    In this episode of The Bible for Normal People, Pete dives into the story of Abraham in Genesis. Pete explores Abraham’s importance as a pivotal figure in the Bible, detailing his journey, covenants with God, and major themes found in the stories about him. Through a "flyover" of Abraham's life, Pete highlights connections to other parts of the Bible and explores theological tensions for Christians today. Show Notes → Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • [Faith] Episode 46: Elizabeth Orr - A Path to Self-Compassion with the Enneagram

    [Faith] Episode 46: Elizabeth Orr - A Path to Self-Compassion with the Enneagram
    Sep 30 2024
    In this episode of Faith for Normal People, Elizabeth Orr joins Pete and Jared to discuss the Enneagram and its role in fostering self-compassion and personal growth. Together they highlight how understanding your Enneagram type can lead to greater self-awareness and healthier relationships, and how self-discovery tools like the Enneagram give us a chance to love ourselves—and therefore our neighbors—better. Show Notes → ********** This episode is sponsored by Greenlight. Greenlight is a debit card and money app made for families: parents can send money to their kids and keep an eye on kids’ spending and saving, while kids and teens build money confidence and lifelong financial literacy skills. Sign up for Greenlight today and get your first month free when you go to greenlight.com/normalpeople. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • [Bible] Bonus Episode: Jon D. Levenson - Child Sacrifice in the Bible (Part 2)

    [Bible] Bonus Episode: Jon D. Levenson - Child Sacrifice in the Bible (Part 2)
    Sep 24 2024
    In this bonus episode of The Bible for Normal People, Pete and Jared continue their conversation with Jon D. Levenson about the theme of child sacrifice in the Bible, focusing on how the idea evolved from ancient times into later religious traditions. They uncover how the practice became condemned while the meaning persisted through symbolic acts like substitution rituals and how its theology extended into the New Testament. Want to hear the full episode? Become a member of our online community The Society of Normal People at www.thebiblefornormalpeople.com/join. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    14 mins
  • [Bible] Episode 282: Jon D. Levenson - Child Sacrifice in the Bible (Part 1)

    [Bible] Episode 282: Jon D. Levenson - Child Sacrifice in the Bible (Part 1)
    Sep 23 2024
    In this episode of The Bible for Normal People, Pete and Jared are joined by Jon D. Levenson to discuss the complex and ancient practice of child sacrifice, focusing on biblical and ancient Near Eastern contexts. Together they explore the historical, theological, and cultural significance of these sacrifices, particularly in relation to divine favor, gift-giving, and the transformation of such practices in Judaism and Christianity. You can get part two of this conversation by becoming a member of the Society of Normal People at www.thebiblefornormalpeople.com/join. Show Notes → ********** This episode is brought to you by Litter Robot! Litter-Robot by Whisker is the solution to all your litter box problems, with self-cleaning technology that automatically cleans after every use so your cats will always have a fresh bed of litter to do their business - and your friends won’t think your house smells like a litter box. Right now, Whisker is offering $75 off Litter-Robot bundles. AND, as a special offer to listeners, you can get an additional $50 off when you go to stopscooping.com/NORMALPEOPLE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • [Faith] Episode 45: Valarie Kaur - Wisdom & Love in the Sikh Tradition

    [Faith] Episode 45: Valarie Kaur - Wisdom & Love in the Sikh Tradition
    Sep 16 2024
    In this episode of Faith for Normal People, Pete and Jared talk with Valarie Kaur, a renowned Sikh activist, lawyer, and author, about the Sikh tradition and her philosophy of Revolutionary Love. Together they explore the history of Sikhism and its roots in love, oneness, and social justice, as well as the importance of music, poetry, and storytelling in awakening wisdom and fostering connection with others. Show Notes → ********** Join Valarie on the Revolutionary Love tour in your city by going to https://revolutionarylove.org/tour/ Get Valarie’s new book Sage Warrior now: https://valariekaur.com/books/sage-warrior/ ********** This episode is sponsored by Beam. If you want to try Beam’s Greens, get up to 40% off for a limited time when you go to shopbeam.com/normal and use code NORMAL at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr