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Queer Theology Podcast
The longest running podcast for and by LGBTQ Christians and other queer people of faith and spiritual seekers. Hosted by Fr. Shannon TL Kearns, a transgender Christian priest and Brian G. Murphy, a bisexual polyamorous Jew. and now in its 10th year, the Queer Theology Podcast shares deep insights and practical tools for building a thriving spiritual life on your own terms. Explore the archives for a queer perspective on hundreds of Bible passages and spiritual traditions as well as dozens of…
Episodes
Queer Theology PodcastThe 5 Minutes a Day That Will Change Your Life
It's no secret that we're really big fans of spiritual practice. Especially one that really makes you feel connected to your queer spirituality! In this…
Queer Theology PodcastHow To Feel More Connected To Queerness Every Day
We discuss the connection between queerness and spirituality in this episode… Yes- that is what we're ALWAYS trying to get at! Here we share our personal…
Queer Theology PodcastWe're Here Interview
We are so excited to bring you a special interview on the pod this week! Not only did we get to preview the new season of "We're Here," but we got to interview…
Queer Theology Podcast13 Alternatives To Prayer
In this conversation we explore the topic of prayer from our different perspectives as an atheist and an ordained Catholic priest. We discuss what prayer is…
Queer Theology Podcast7 Questions to Deepen Your Faith
Y'all know we love asking questions. So in this episode we're gonna to get into the importance of asking questions to deepen one's faith. That might seem…
Queer Theology PodcastThe Good, The Bad, The Ugly of The Bible
In this episode, we get into our ever evolving relationship with the Bible. We reflect on our early experiences with the Bible as children, including the…
Queer Theology PodcastWe Come From Fighters
Sometimes, it's really empowering to look back on where we came from. With Fr. Shay's upcoming lecture on the history of Queer theology, we wanted to dive into…
Queer Theology PodcastWhat's an LGBTQ-Affirming Bible translation?
If there is one question we get alot it's: where to find an LGBTQ+ Affirming translation of the Bible? Like, we get this question ALOT alot. So we're going to…
Queer Theology PodcastDo You Have To Believe In Miracles?
It's Easter Sunday and we're discussing the concept of Easter and how it relates to the struggles and questions faced by those in progressive faith…
Queer Theology PodcastFear & Faith On Palm Sunday
It's Holy Week for many Christians so we're kicking it off with an episode on Palm Sunday. Palm Sunday is one of those things that we come back to. Like, alot…
Queer Theology PodcastA Trans Perspective on Masculinity
We got more big news: Fr. Shay is writing another book! In this episode, he talks about his inspiration to write, 'No One Taught Me How to Be a Man: What a…
Queer Theology PodcastLove Beyond Monogamy
We got some big news here: Brian is writing a book! He shares his big and exciting news of signing a book deal to write about polyamory and spirituality. A…
Queer Theology PodcastDeconstruct Your Faith Without Losing Yourself with Angela Herrington
Fr. Shay talks with Angela J Herrington and discusses her new book, "Deconstructing Your Faith Without Losing Yourself." Angela shares her personal journey of…
Queer Theology PodcastQueering Lent
We're gonna queer Lent in this episode, y'all! We discuss how to make Lenten practices more inclusive and meaningful for queer and trans individuals and talk…
Queer Theology PodcastIn the Margins
We've got our first crossover episode this week! Fr. Shay is introducing his new podcast, 'In the Margins,' and talks about how this podcast is set up like a…
Queer Theology PodcastCaring For Your Body as a Sacred Act
It's no secret that we're big fans of all bodies and embodiment, and in this episode, we discuss the intersection of bodies and spirituality. We both have had…
Queer Theology PodcastSoulful Sexuality
We're coming to you this Thursday with a special episode and a special announcement! Registration for our new course, Soulful Sexuality, opens today! In it…
Queer Theology PodcastRigid Rules Vs. Sexual Ethics
This episode explores the difference between rules and ethics in the context of faith and spirituality. We share our personal experiences with rule-based…
Queer Theology PodcastSexual Scandal and Uncovering Shame
In this episode, we explore the genealogy of Jesus and the inclusion of "scandalous" women in the biblical narrative. Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba, Tamar, and Mary…
Queer Theology PodcastWhat Makes You Bloom with Kevin Garcia
For this episode, we have a special guest! Brian interviews Kevin Garcia (they/them) about their new book "What Makes You Bloom?" They discuss Kevin's…
Queer Theology PodcastHoly Desire
In this episode, we're exploring the topic of desire and going beyond sexual desire to encompass desire in all its various forms. We discuss the negative…
Queer Theology PodcastQueer Spiritual Ritual
We're sharing our favorite aspects of queer and trans faith and spiritual practices. We talk about how we've developed our own spiritual practices over the…
Queer Theology PodcastQueering Christmas
We're queering Christmas for this episode of the podcast! First, we're gonna explore the queer and political aspects of Christmas by examining the gospel of…
Queer Theology PodcastHelp For When the Holidays Suck
In this episode, we discuss the challenges and stress that can come with the holiday season, particularly for queer and trans individuals. We share personal…
Queer Theology PodcastExpanding Your Idea of What's Possible
We both are huge believers in being life-long learners and not just for the benefit of expanding knowledge. We've found continued learning, curiosity, and…
Queer Theology PodcastLearning To Love Yourself & Others Well
It's that time of year when people start thinking about setting goals and resolutions so Brian is taking this episode and discussing his thoughts on how we can…
Queer Theology PodcastWorship Music Is Killing Your Soul
Worship music might be killing your soul, but attending an unaffirming church, reading material that is unaffirming, and hate-following accounts that are…
Queer Theology PodcastFind Your People (And Change Your Life)
One of the things that comes up the most often in our work with people is that they have this feeling of loneliness, a feeling of not being connected to others…
Queer Theology PodcastIs It A Relationship or A Religion?
Thinking about your religion as only a personal relationship with God is dangerous to you and to others. There are so many ways claiming a personal connection…
Queer Theology PodcastWhy We Remember Those We've Lost?
We're coming up on All Souls Day and this has us thinking about death, dying, and grief. What was your experience around death growing up? For us, it was all…
Queer Theology PodcastMoving Past Terrible Theology
It's not enough to leave a church or faith that is harmful, you still have to unlearn the bad theology that was taught in those spaces. Why? Because that sh**t…
Queer Theology PodcastTools For Rebuilding A Spiritual Home
Last week, we talked all about harm reduction. But we don't want you to just go from hurting to numb- we want you to get all the way to thriving! And for this…
Queer Theology PodcastHealing from the Places that Hurt You
We're getting into our feelings in this episode talking about that sense of homesickness for a place/home/church you can't go back to. A place that might have…
Queer Theology PodcastMoving From Surviving to Thriving
One thing we often hear is that people are so overwhelmed they can't possibly start making changes or living their authentic life right now. But that is often…
Queer Theology PodcastStart Small… but Start
As we head into the new season we are reflecting and setting intentions for the fall. Maybe it's the years we spent in school, but September just kinda always…
Queer Theology PodcastRecovering from Religious Trauma with Cindy Wang Brandt
For the final episode of our Summer Guest Series we are joined by Cindy Wang Brandt. Cindy describes herself as 'someone who wants to find interesting things…
Queer Theology PodcastRed Lip Theology with Candice Benbow
Candice Marie Benbow is on the podcast this week talking about growing up in the Black Baptist Church, Red Lip Theology, and the beauty of faith in…
Queer Theology PodcastA God Who Gives A Damn with Candace Simpson
We are talking with Candace Simpson on this episode of our Guest Series about a God who gives a damn with no room for cheap, easy theology! Candace (she/they)…
Queer Theology PodcastCultivating Joy with Bishop Karen Oliveto
It is such a privilege to have Bishop Karen Oliveto on the podcast for this guest series episode. She describes herself as a pastor, preacher, teacher, and…
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10 Years and 500 Episodes
It. Is. HERE! Y'all, we are at our 500th podcast episode and it just so happens to also coincide with our 10 year anniversary of Queertheology.com! (a whole…
Queer Theology PodcastBonus Episode: Queerness Everyday Challenge
We're so excited to invite y'all to join us for our Queerness Everyday Challenge! It's a big ol' celebration of queerness and the sacred, of community and…
Queer Theology PodcastAn Untidy Faith with Kate Boyd
We have Kate Boyd as our guest this week for a conversation that will really resonate with folks who have seen contradictions between what was in the real…
Queer Theology PodcastThe Power of Polyamorous Stories with Kevin Patterson
One prominent voice in the polyamory community is that of Kevin A. Patterson. Kevin is an active member of the Philadelphia polyamory community. He's been…
Queer Theology PodcastLiving Your Liberation with Madison Morrigan
This week we have an inspiring interview with Madison Morrigan as part of our continuing Summer Guest Series. Madison is an international award winning life…
Queer Theology PodcastThe Heart Of A Scholar with John Dominic Crossan
If you've been here with us for a while, you'll know how much we like to highlight context and historical perspective when reading the Bible. You'll also know…
Queer Theology PodcastCentering Black Trans Experience with J Mase III
We're so excited to bring this discussion with former colleague and activist comrade, J Mase III for this episode of our Summer Guest Series! We get into the…
Queer Theology PodcastBONUS Episode: Special Update!
We're breaking into our Guest Series to give you an update on what we've got going on behind the scenes and what you can expect over the next couple months…
Queer Theology PodcastWrestling and Dancing With the Big Questions with Rob Bell
We're so honored to get the opportunity to have Rob Bell on for this episode of our guest series! Some of you might know the Rob Bell of 7 Rob's ago… And some…
Queer Theology PodcastThe Power of Story with Claire Willet
Claire Willet is a powerful storyteller. Her plays are insightful and her Twitter threads impressive! Brian met Claire at an Ex-Gay Survivor conference years…
Queer Theology PodcastVulnerable Storytelling with Adil Mansoor
We're pretty passionate about storytelling over here so it was a real pleasure to sit down with Adil Mansoor and chat with him about art, theater, and…
Queer Theology PodcastI Followed Jesus Out with Tamice Spencer-Helms
Tamice Spencer-Helms is a force and we are excited to share this interview with you as part of our Guest Series. Tamice is a published author, speaker, and…
Queer Theology PodcastJoy In The Silence with Hannah Bos & Paul Thureen
It was such an honor and privilege for Shay to sit down with the creators of "Somebody Somewhere", Hannah Bos and Paul Thureen, to talk about this…
Queer Theology PodcastCultivating Healthy Communities with Rev. Solomon Missouri
Rev. Solomon Missouri's bio is succinct: twitter pastor, play cousin, problem, and preeminent marriage counselor to wayward athletes. His ministry focuses on…
Queer Theology PodcastLiving Bravely with Rabbi Eger and Rev. Neil
We kick off this guest series with a returning guest, Rabbi Denise Eger, who is also joined by Rev. Neil Thomas. Rabbi Eger is the founding Rabbi at…
Queer Theology PodcastA Community of Mutual Responsibility: Galatians Chapter 6
We close our series on Galatians with chapter 6 and it seems to be a bit of an abrupt ending- especially when taken out of context! We really see how Paul's…
Queer Theology PodcastWhat Leads To Justice? Galatians Chapter 5
We enter chapter 5 in the middle of a thought from Paul because (reminder!) this is a continuous letter being interrupted by chapter breaks that was meant to…
Queer Theology Podcast484. Scripture Arguing With Itself: Galatians pt. 3
We are on chapter 3 of Galatians and here is where we get Paul talking about the Law and equality. But can (and does!) he live up to the things he says he…