Best Progressivechristian Podcasts (2025)

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Chine McDonald - Unmaking Motherhood: Faith, Family, and Feminism (N341) 1:34:09

43m ago1:34:09

1:34:09

What happens when the idealised image of motherhood meets the lived reality? In this episode, we sit down with Director of Theos, Chine McDonald to explore the complexities of motherhood and faith. Chine shares her personal journey, from growing up in evangelical churches with rigid gender roles to navigating the expectations and challenges of moth…

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Helen Bond - Jesus: The Man, The Myth (N340) 1:29:29

10d ago1:29:29

1:29:29

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Helen Bond, Professor of Christian Origins and New Testament, as we explore the complex relationship between the Jesus of history and the Christ of faith. Helen unpacks the challenges of reconstructing Jesus’ life from the Gospels, revealing how early Christian communities shaped his story. We d…

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Justin Lee - Conversations for a Divided World (N339) 1:32:01

16d ago1:32:01

1:32:01

In this episode, we speak with Justin Lee about navigating difference and division in a polarised world. Justin shares his journey reconciling his identity as a gay man with his evangelical Christian upbringing, a path that led to his work fostering dialogue across divides. He explores the challenges of echo chambers, the instinct to fight or avoid…

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Jennifer Bird - Deconstructing Biblical Sex and Marriage (N338) 1:45:34

2M ago1:45:34

1:45:34

In this episode, we sit down with biblical scholar Dr. Jennifer Bird to explore the Bible’s complex portrayals of marriage and sexuality. Jennifer shares her journey from conservative evangelicalism to a more nuanced, humanistic perspective, and helps us unpack, among other things, Jesus and Paul’s lack of enthusiasm for marriage, the Bible’s limit…

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Munther Isaac - Gaza, God and Genocide (N337) 1:30:17

2M ago1:30:17

1:30:17

In this episode, we speak with Munther Isaac about the history of the Israel-Palestine conflict, and what led to the current crisis in Gaza. Munther, a Palestinian pastor and theologian, reflects on the intersection of theology and politics, and what faith, hope and love might mean in the face of such terrible suffering. Following the interview Nom…

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Sally Douglas - Jesus Sophia (N336) 1:40:01

3M ago1:40:01

1:40:01

In this episode, we’re joined by theologian and minister, Sally Douglas. Sally helps us explore the idea of Jesus as Sophia, the embodiment of the female divine. Together, we unpack themes like righteous anger, justice, and the sacredness of all creation. Sally shares how reclaiming Sophia’s presence in the Gospels challenges patriarchal structures…

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Noel Moules - Creation as Incarnation: A Christian Animist Perspective (N335) 52:30

3M ago52:30

52:30

In this special devotional episode, anabaptist, anarchist and animist Noel Moules explores the profound mystery of incarnation from his unique perspective as a Christian animist. He considers the interconnectedness of all things—seeing the sacredness in both creation and spirit, and how personhood extends beyond humanity to the entire cosmos. Noel …

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Christmas Q&A (N334) 1:37:44

4M ago1:37:44

1:37:44

In this special seasonal episode, your Nomad hosts come together for a Q&A session filled with festive cheer and thoughtful reflections. As a heartfelt thank-you to our amazing supporters—whose generosity has made this year’s Nomadic journey possible—we’re diving into their most pressing (and quirky) questions. While our answers may not always be t…

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Brian Zahnd – Christians in the Age of Trump [Revisited] (N333) 1:21:27

4M ago1:21:27

1:21:27

Back in 2019, Tim Nash and David Blower sat down with Brian Zahnd to explore the toxic entanglement between Church and Empire, and the resulting religion Zahnd calls "Americanism." From rethinking how we read Scripture to the deeply political implications of the cross, Zahnd offers a vision of living as citizens of God’s kindom amidst worldly empir…

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Karen O’Donnell - Radical Practices for Remaking the Self (N332) 1:28:32

5M ago1:28:32

1:28:32

No stranger to loss and trauma, feminist theologian, Karen O'Donnell helps us to reconsider some commonly held perspectives around spiritual practice. Sharing from research and lived experience, she offers insight into how we might benefit from reimagining our approach to rebuilding and remaking ourselves in the aftermath of difficult, or damaging,…

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Second American Revolution 23:00

5M ago23:00

23:00

Jaye discusses Project 2025, the 900-page wishlist from the Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank that is arguably the most influential group in US politics. She discusses its ties to former president Donald Trump, lists several of its policy proposals, and the four pillars of this plan. Jaye warns listeners of how important voting in the …

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Dave Tomlinson - The Bad Christian’s Guide to Prayer (N331) 1:35:16

5M ago1:35:16

1:35:16

Dave Tomlinson joins us to reflect on his faith journey and how his evolving understanding of God has profoundly reshaped his approach to prayer. He explores the idea that prayer is for everyone, regardless of belief, advocating for the "democratisation" of prayer and sacraments. For Dave, these spiritual practices aren't confined to religious ritu…

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Joanna Leidenhag - The Consciousness of All Things (N330) 1:34:52

6M ago1:34:52

1:34:52

In this episode Joanna Leidenhag explores the fascinating nature of consciousness and its implications for how we understand ourselves and the world around us. She challenges traditional views that separate mind and body, and instead advocates for panpsychism, an understanding that she believes better fosters environmental awareness, deeper respect…

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Back 14:13

6M ago14:13

14:13

Jaye is back with new episodes of Potstirrer Podcast! In this brief return episode, she shares her reasons for the two-year hiatus, life updates including a new project, and what to expect in future episodes of the show. Potstirrer Podcast links: Link-in-Bio: https://potstirrerpodcast.com/linkinbio/ Website: http://PotstirrerPodcast.com Threads: @p…

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Brian McLaren - Wisdom and Courage for a World Falling Apart (N329) 1:29:14

6M ago1:29:14

1:29:14

Author and activist Brian McLaren joins us again, this time to explore how we navigate the many current crises humanity is facing. He reflects on the role of art, spirituality, and indigenous teaching in fostering the wisdom and resilience we’ll need as we try to imagine a new world. It’s a profound reflection on how we can confront humanity’s grea…

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Thomas Oord - Reimagining the Divine After Omnipotence (N328) 1:33:08

7M ago1:33:08

1:33:08

Theologian Thomas Oord joins us again to explore a vision of God as radically loving but not omnipotent. We look at the implications of challenging this traditional notion of divine control and how it has reshaped Tom’s understanding of creation, evolution, suffering, liberation, the nature of God's power and the potential for hope without guarante…

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Jon Bilbrough (aka Wilderthorn) - Soundscapes and Sacred Spaces (N327) 1:10:34

7M ago1:10:34

1:10:34

In this episode artist and musician Jon Bilbrough reflects on his spiritual and creative heritage and how it shaped his unique musical journey. From early memories of communal singing to the experimental sounds of the 90s, Jon shares his deep connection with music, nature, and place. He discusses the contemplative approach of his recent work, the r…

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Elizabeth Oldfield - Tending to the Soul in Turbulent Times (N326) 1:38:31

8M ago1:38:31

1:38:31

On this episode Elizabeth Oldfield joins us to talk about what it means to tend to our souls during turbulent times. Elizabeth shares the practices that are helping her become a depolarising presence in a culture of outrage, tribalism, and division, and forming intentional community in an age of disconnection and isolation. She also reflects on wha…

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Keith Giles - The Secret Sayings of Jesus (N325) 1:34:02

8M ago1:34:02

1:34:02

In the canonical gospels, we’re told that Jesus met privately with his disciples to “explain everything”. Ever wondered what those teachings were? Teacher and author Keith Giles believes that the Gospel of Thomas could unveil these private teachings of Jesus. According to Keith, this gospel centres on non-duality and divine oneness, and might hold …

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Sophie Grace Chappell - Trans Figured (N324) 1:38:08

9M ago1:38:08

1:38:08

In this episode we welcome professor Sophie Grace Chappell, who shares her profound journey of faith, gender identity, and self-acceptance. Identified male at birth, Sophie Grace reflects on her early sense of being female, her experience of the evangelical church, and the reconciliation of her faith with her transgender identity. With compassion a…

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Therapist Q&A (N323) 1:42:55

9M ago1:42:55

1:42:55

Host Joy Brooks has gathered a group of psychotherapists from the Nomad therapy network to see how they answer questions from members of the Beloved Listener Lounge. Considering questions such as "what makes therapy transformational?”, "what would you say to someone who was told to trust the bible not feelings?", “how can I function while feeling l…

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John Butler - Finding Stillness in a Chaotic World (N322) 1:35:35

10M ago1:35:35

1:35:35

Drawing on his life as an organic farmer and over six decades of meditation, contemplative John Butler gently guides us on a journey towards inner stillness. Born in the 1930’s, John reflects on the slow emergence of a spirituality shaped by years of deep connection to the natural world, mantra meditation, and an unexpected mystical experience of J…

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Olivia Jackson - Deconstruction Myths and Accusations (N321) 1:48:27

10M ago1:48:27

1:48:27

When our faith is shifting we're often met with a variety of challenging responses from others. Drawing from her research, Olivia Jackson helps us to consider whether or not these responses reflect the lived experiences of those who are deconstructing. Afterwards Nick and Joy reflect on their own paths as they consider the impact of others' views o…

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David Hayward - Til Doubt Do Us Part (N320) 1:47:06

11M ago1:47:06

1:47:06

In this episode we chat with pastor turned artist David Hayward, aka Naked Pastor. David shares his journey from church leadership, through faith deconstruction, to a more expansive spirituality. The conversation focusses on David’s marriage, and how he and his wife navigated the complex dynamics of reimagining their relationship amid profound spir…

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Anthony Reddie & Al Barrett - Deconstructing Whiteness (N319) 1:41:38

11M ago1:41:38

1:41:38

Professor Anthony Reddie and Revd. Dr. Al Barrett join us for a conversation about whiteness. Weaving personal experiences with theological insights, they reflect on privilege, power, empire, race and identity, and wrestle with the need for both critical deconstruction and hopeful reimagining. It’s a nuanced and inspiring conversation between two s…

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Timothy Beal - Finding Hope at the End of the World (N318) 1:42:55

12M ago1:42:55

1:42:55

Faced with multiple existential threats in the coming decades, professor of religion Timothy Beal reflects on the possibility of human extinction and what hope might look like within that context. Timothy challenges the notion of perpetual optimism, advocating instead for a deeper, more grounded form of hope. Through insights from indigenous spirit…

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