Episodes

  • Post-Conflict Science & Religion

    Post-Conflict Science & Religion
    Sep 2 2024

    Bo wants to talk to Tripp about the current state of Science and Religion as an academic field. What are the current trends in research, and what kinds of debates emerge when you move beyond the conflict narrative? Where's the line between science and metaphysics? How does this impact thinking science-informed theology?

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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • Putting some Gods to Rest

    Putting some Gods to Rest
    Aug 9 2024

    On this episode of Theology Nerd Throwdown, Tripp suggests 7 different ideas about God we should put to rest. Bo puts on his Satan horns and does his best devil’s advocate routine as we unpack the ideas and different ways of nuancing the concepts.

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    Bo’s new podcast exploring the legacy of his Father Dr. Martin Sanders can be found here.

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    1 hr and 35 mins
  • Daddy Votes, Co-Passion, & Processing Prayer

    Daddy Votes, Co-Passion, & Processing Prayer
    Aug 5 2024
    In this engaging episode of Theology Nerd Throwdown, hosts Tripp and Bo tackle a range of topics, including the concept of prayer, JD Vance being Biblically illiterate, the redefinition of family in the New Testament, and innovative models for community service. They discuss the idea of 'co-passion' ministries and the impact of nostalgia on religious institutions and share personal stories of ministry and prayer. The episode features thoughtful dialogue on integrating process theology, and offers insights into the evolving mission of the church in contemporary society. Tune in for a rich conversation that blends humor, theological reflection, and practical ministry ideas. 00:00 Introduction and Morning Banter 00:54 Discussing JD Vance and Voting Rights 02:09 Bo's Internet Hiatus and Viral Video 05:24 Jesus and the Concept of Family 10:12 Nostalgia and the Ideal Family 14:51 Challenges in Religious Communities 28:25 Holiness and Relational Understanding 35:06 Promoting Theology Beer Camp 40:09 Decolonizing Evangelicalism: A Follow-Up 40:59 Planning for Future Conversations 42:07 A Story About Prayer 43:38 The Power of Community Closets 48:28 The Dynamics of Prayer and Cooperation 01:03:06 Reimagining Ministry: Co-Passion and Co-Mission 01:05:48 Brainstorming and Collaboration 01:15:03 Humorous Reflections and Wrap-Up

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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • Bo’s Backlash & Adolescence without a Smart Phone

    Bo’s Backlash & Adolescence without a Smart Phone
    Apr 26 2024

    In this episode, Bo recounts an experience of backlash during an academic session. That triggered some other memories of live events gone wild:) Plus, Tripp and Bo discuss adolescence without smart phones and being ministers when they reshaped ministry.

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • What’s Your Theological Sample Rate?

    What’s Your Theological Sample Rate?
    Apr 19 2024

    In this episode, Bo reflects on his own deconstruction story, the pace of spiritual change in America, and drops a sweet audiological image. Tripp pitches his deconstruction typology and gets Bo to power rank 3 different theologians’ definition of theology.

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    Bo’s new podcast exploring the legacy of his Father Dr. Martin Sanders can be found here.

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    1 hr and 30 mins
  • The Post-Easter, Mo-Easter Edition

    The Post-Easter, Mo-Easter Edition
    Apr 5 2024

    On this edition of the Theology Nerd Throwdown, Tripp & Bo nerd out about…

    • post-Covid Easter worship
    • the United Methodist Breakup over LGBTQ inclusion
    • how frustrating LOTS of aging institutions can get
    • the connection between the Religious Nones & Political Independents
    • how the BoDaddy plans to demolish all beer-chugging challengers at Theology Beer Camp
    • Tripp gives Bo 6 thesis for understanding the Resurrection of Jesus from the dead & Bo gets him to explain and unpack them
    • why Bo loves “AL” theologically
    • why the conservative obsession with the physical resurrection and liberal naturalizing of the resurrection trigger Tripp theologically

    Check out Bo’s webpage and his podcast with Randy Woodley, Peacing it All Together.

    Bo’s new podcast exploring the legacy of his Father Dr. Martin Sanders can be found here.

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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • Reversing the Goat & Baking Bread on Theology Nerd Throwdown

    Reversing the Goat & Baking Bread on Theology Nerd Throwdown
    Mar 7 2024

    Tripp and Bo nerd out and discuss preaching the atonement, liturgical frames, baking bread with kids, theological shoewear, and a Styper-themed show-and-tell.

    Check out Bo’s webpage and his podcast with Randy Woodley, Peacing it All Together.

    Bo’s new podcast exploring the legacy of his Father Dr. Martin Sanders can be found here.

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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • The Fruit and Roots of Cultural Change on Theology Nerd Throwdown

    The Fruit and Roots of Cultural Change on Theology Nerd Throwdown
    Feb 13 2024

    Tripp & Bo discuss the most significant changes in culture and religion over the last few years.

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    Lenten Online Class w/ John Dominic Crossan

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    1 hr and 32 mins