God Has Not Given

Sep 22 2024 69 ep. 71
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An exvangelical podcast featuring Janice Lagata in conversations with her friends about the fears we were given by evangelicalism and ways we are finding power, love and sound mind on the other side.

New episodes on the first and third Wednesday of each month!

**FOUR SEASON officially begins January 3rd, 2024**

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HOW MANY REPUBLICANS ARE ON THIS CALL?! with Nerd Nuance

Sep 22 2024 114 mins  
In this episode of 'God is Not Given,' host Janice Lagata, joined by guests Ashlee' from Seattle and Gael from South Carolina, explores the intricate dynamics of current political developments, focusing on Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee. The discussion highlights the varied Internet reactions, the unique challenges faced by Black women online, and the polarized views surro

IT ALL COUNTS with Natalia

Aug 07 2024 87 mins  
Natalia Terfa, (@nterfa) a progressive ELCA Lutheran pastor and co-founder of the podcast 'Cafeteria Christian,' shares her journey through faith, life, and community. Natalia emphasizes that all ways of connecting with the divine are valid and advocates for questioning and modernizing Christianity. The podcast 'Cafeteria Christian' caters to those disillusioned with traditional ch

BLACK THOUGHTS with Ashlee' & Gael

Jun 19 2024 101 mins  
Join Janice and her friends Ashlee' and Gaël for a blackity-Black conversation with their recaps and responses to recent shenans against Black folks. We're talking about: Michael Oher and all of us being blindsided by the cruelty hiding beneath The Blind Side The Alabama Riverboat Brawl (aka The Montgomery Mollywop) and the Chair Man of the Dock Jamie Foxx and the not accidenta

DECONSTRUCTION MEMECONSTRUCTION with Deconstruction Girl

Jun 05 2024 59 mins  
WHAT AI HEARD: Join Janice for this fun episode! Deconstruction Girl—an anonymous Instagram influencer—discusses her journey through religious deconstruction, the motivation behind her meme account, and how it unexpectedly resonated with a large audience. She delves into the challenges of maintaining anonymity, the complexities of her family dynamics, and the mixed reactions sh

DEPRAVITY & DIVINE JESUS with Nate & Gail

May 15 2024 76 mins  
This episode captures a profound exploration of identity, faith, and creativity with Gail and Nate from the Full Mutuality podcast. It encompasses their journey of deconstructing their evangelical upbringing and the challenges of reshaping their identity and beliefs. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of critical thinking and self-discovery, particularly in regards to sexuali

CLOWNOLOGY AND/OR CHRISTIAN NATIONALISM with April

May 04 2024 67 mins  
In this in-depth conversation, April Ajoy shares her unique journey from being raised in a Pentecostal household with a strong belief in Christian nationalism, through personal and family experiences leading to her deconstruction of faith, to confronting issues of gender identity within her marriage. April discusses the impact of her upbringing on her views, the transformative effe

LOOK AT THAT HORSE with the IV Most Wanted

Apr 10 2024 86 mins  
This podcast episode delves into the admiration and personal connections The IV Most Wanted (aka: Janice, Melanie, Sarah and Joanna) have with Beyoncé's music, particularly focusing on the transformative nature of her albums 'Renaissance' and 'Cowboy Carter'. It begins with a playful denial of Beyoncé's influence, quickly transitioning into heartfelt discussions about how her mus

THEOLOGIZIN' BIGGER with Trey

Apr 03 2024 53 mins  
Theologizin' Bigger with Trey Ferguson In this engaging and wide-ranging discussion, Trey Ferguson offers insights into his book 'Theologizing Bigger', aiming to challenge conventional religious narratives and encouraging a broader understanding of faith. He and Janice discuss his position in Christianity and evangelicalism, emphasizing the importance of larger theological perspect

CHRISTIAN REVENGELICALISM

Feb 27 2024 49 mins  
According to AI... In this episode, Janice Lagata discusses her thoughts and experiences with Christianity and evangelicalism. She delves into the traumas associated with being raised in an evangelical environment and the impact it has on individuals. Janice emphasizes her mission to challenge evangelicalism and speaks about the subjectivity of truth, challenging the idea of a sing

NONVIOLENCE FOR DUMMIES? with Scott

Feb 07 2024 76 mins  
WHAT AI HEARD... In this conversation, Janice and Scott Okamoto [author of Asian American Apostate] discuss various topics related to deconstruction, cultural identity, and belief systems. They explore the deconstruction of deconstruction and consider the possibility of punching Nazis. They also delve into the impact of human nature and capitalism on society, as well as the concept