For Goodness' Sake! with Chad Barela

Dec 15 2023 36 ep. 67 mins 3
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Chad Barela explores culture from a Christian perspective laboring toward preserving tradition For Goodness' Sake!

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Dec 15 2023 65 mins  
In this episode of For Goodness' Sake, Chad shares what went into his decision to suspend doing weekly shows, what he learned over the last 8 months, and what he and Chorus will primarily focus on moving forward.

Christmas Wishlist

Dec 08 2023 50 mins  
In this episode of For Goodness' Sake, Chad starts by telling about his out of place rib and his subsequent, smelly experience at the chiropractor. He put together a vaguely Christmas themed quiz for Chorus, shares his very feasible Christmas wishlist, goes down music lane starting with the "godmother of drumming" and ending with Larnell Lewis of Snarky Puppy, closing

Elon Declares War

Dec 01 2023 66 mins  
In this episode of For Goodness' Sake, Chorus opens with a story of a strange character wielding a machete, stealing other neighbors' mail, and rummaging through his car, only to have the police do nothing at all about it. After this, the guys discuss the "Mandela Effect" and whether or not the actor Sinbad played a genie in a 1990s film called "Shazaam"

Logos Rising

Dec 01 2023 41 mins  
In this episode of For Goodness' Sake, Chad explores the weighty subjects of Hegel's dialectic and specifically how it applies to the development of human history up until the modern day. He discusses how narratives are formed and societies are built upon them, as well as how certain characters rise up and challenge societal norms, ushering in inevitable reformation and pus

What Does Israel Mean?

Nov 10 2023 67 mins  
In this episode Chad announces his brand new Fall '23 Heritage Collection and shares some of what went in the making of these new pieces. He then goes on discussing In and Out coming to Albuquerque, Towns Van Zandt making a grown man cry, the rise and fall of Kyle Mooney's comedy career, and finally shares the historical Christian view of "Israel" and what the new

The Salvation Army

Nov 03 2023 65 mins  
In this episode, Chad shares his latest handmade Squash Blossom Necklace and discusses the process of making one. He shares his current favorite banjo player, explores the idea of moving to Appalachia, talks about Tucker Carlson as a prophet, and finally delves deep into the life of The Salvation Army's founder, William Booth, and his legacy.

The American Decline

Oct 27 2023 71 mins  
In this episode we start the show by reading a 1960's "Frontier Times" story, talk about the upside down guitar playing of Elizabeth Cotten, discuss the French Revolution and Natural Deism, reconsider our understanding of history, and explore the potential morality of conquering godless nations in light of cultural decline.

Hunter Walls - Mississippi Chief

Oct 20 2023 64 mins  
In this episode of For Goodness Sake we have on Hunter “The Chief” Walls, a guitar player whos played in bands such as My Children My Bride, As Cities Burn, and Better Off. I met him nearly a decade ago when I lived in Nashville and was pleased to find out he was traveling through on his honeymoon and snagged him for a quick catch up.

WIld West

Oct 13 2023 43 mins  
In this episode, the guys bring back the "Show and Tell" segment. Chad shares his vintage Wild West magazines, one of which was printed in 1928, and discusses how things used to be better. Then, they explore the pros and cons of embarking on an endeavor after getting a proper education or just starting and learning as you go. They mention musicians Victor Wooten and Jack

Christian Nationalism?

Oct 06 2023 90 mins  
In this episode Chad and Chorus touch on some of the more recent news headlines that aren't being blasted from legacy outlets and then discuss if Christians should be involved in politics and what type of government they should advocate for, if so. We attempt to understand Christian Nationalism as a viable form of government and contrast that with our modern secular government