3 Pipe Podcast

This isn’t an episode on how to add quality to your meme game and gif roasting. It’s a look st the influence of single pictures and the messages they convey. Where are memes taking us and what do trolls have control of the narrative? How should we respond? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

After taking several weeks off, the boys manage to make it to the studio to talk about everything going on in the world that they've missed. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The guys are alive, and summer content is coming! Jared pops in to record a solo show, give an update and share a few items that have crossed his blog reader. What is the creepy infiltration afflicting New York City? Can we know if the Bible has been corrupted over the centuries as it's been passed down? What does it mean that Jared deep down wants to live in The Shire? Listen and find out!​ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aaron and Jared talk about the tyranny of convenience. When 'easy' drives a marketplace of apps, technologies and household items, what's lost? And is the struggle sometimes worth it? Also on the show, Aaron shaved his beard, some Netflix recommendations and the best tournament in the world! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Netflix's Black Mirror guides our imaginations again in another episode about some scary technologies the guys have come across. We're able to believe our eyes a little less everyday. What does morality look like in a worked of fake bees, AI and mind reading technology? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Another grab bag episode! Listen in as the guys talk about something they didn't even watch. They cover irony at the Oscars, Christian music, Americas preacher and some slang talk. A new segment of weekly recommendations is also birthed. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How do the works of Taleb apply to the church? A Masculinist article in our inboxes attempts to connect the two. The guys have a conversation about random events, the Lindy effect and building an anti-fragile faith. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In light of tragic events and demands that action be taken, the guys get a chance to discuss the topic of gun control. They attempt to profile these shooters, discuss societies larger issues and throw some thoughts out about the 2nd amendment. Recorded at Copa Cabana Omaha. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In a episode that has been slow brewing amongst the guys for a while, they record some thoughts on the resurgence of flat earth. Austin gets a chance to explain how he thinks NASA has been fooling all of us, his knowledge of Antarctica treaties and the internet wires in the ocean. Listen in to tickle the conspiracy part of your brain. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What a great game! Leadership on the Eagles' locker room. Christian athletes. Tom Brady and our identity. God's gift of play and competition. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Super Bowl LII is right around the corner and the guys talk football. Predictions, kneeling, concussions, instant replay and why we're entertained by egotistical psychopath winners. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A recent video went viral of Jordan Peterson discussing a variety of things on the BBC. this leads to a discussion about Jordan, Mark Driscoll and masculinity. A little bit different than our biblical masculinity episode, this issue addresses responsibility and a few tips to be more manly. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With automation and technology, people are talking about how much different work could look in the future(if there's much work at all). Aaron recently read The Vanishing American Adult by our Nebraska senator Ben Sasse. The guys have a good discussion about hard work, jobs and robots. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Season 4 of Netflix's Black Mirror is out. This modern day Twilight Zone does a good job of looking at humans as depraved and showing us that technology will not fill our desires. Three Pipe did a great episode last year and they pick right back up to discuss several of the new shows. (Spoilers) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Gospel Coalition recently published a list of important church theme she from the last year. The guys talk about how the list went and what podcasts you can relisten to if you want to hear more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The guys break down their Christmas and reflect on a the last 50 podcasts. What did they enjoy? What did they get wrong? Have they changed their minds about anything? This is the perfect time to thank our faithful listeners. We appreciate you more than you realize. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is our Christmas episode from 2016. It's a great show, so we figured we would upload it again for those who have not heard it. The guys talk about why or why not for Santa and how they use Advent. How do traditions become meaningful and where did Santa even come from anyway? Austin can't remember his favorite Christmas carol and a brief discussion of Christmas movies ensues. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As Alabama's special election closes, the guys tackle Christianity and politics in light of the Roy Moore events. How important is a senate seat anyway? Where does our eschatological perspective intersect with our political urgency? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aaron has stumbled upon a collection of essays called The Masculinist. Jared, Aaron and Austin break down and discuss one article about a shift in culture that puts Christians in a negative world view. Is this a lens worth looking through? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Black Friday and Thanksgiving showcase near opposites. A day of gratefulness followed by a materialistic frenzy. This episode talks about how thankfulness can help with happiness, but Christian thankfulness leads to joy and contentedness. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Zombies, robots, beetles, nukes, gun toting right wingers? When calamity comes (and it will) what is the Christian's role? The guys argue that it is not to hoard and prep for the end of the world. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A whole bunch of fun things! Aaron thinks Stranger Things is overrated and Jared tells how the Reformation changed our beer. The guys try to be sensitive with their take on #metoo and scientists admit they can't explain how we got here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

While part 1 covered more history, part 2 goes into why we choose to partake in Halloween. Why we're more scared of what's inside our children's hearts than the world and why a little darkness is okay because the glory of Christ shines on the next day. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Fresh off some trick or treating, Austin, Aaron and Jared begin discussing why some Christians abstain from the event. Includes a little history of All Saints Day and Samhain. Austin also saw some disturbing images this year. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The guys are in the studio continuing their chat about Martin Luther and the Reformation. Grace by faith alone was a works changing idea. Does this idea still have relevance 500 years later? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this week's episode, the three pipe guys discuss Europe at the time, Martin Luther character traits, his quirkiness indulgences, and what Grace by faith alone meant in the 1500's. Make sure you listen to Part 2 as the conversation continues. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It makes sense that the ancients would attach natural disasters to their religion. With our understanding of the world and science now, do we really believe in a God that would allow suffering like a hurricane or earthquake? Listen to Jared, Austin and Aaron discuss God's sovereignty and finding hope in the midst of unexplained tragedy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our Twitter and Facebook feeds probably reflect our political opinions heavily. Too heavily perhaps?? How do we get past seeing someone for just their tribe in a fake news world? Also, has confirmation bias crept into your faith? Austin, Aaron and Jared offer some advice on staying humble when it comes how we view others. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The president's recent comments regarding Kaepernick and players that kneel for the national anthem created quite a flurry of opinions. NFL owners locked arms and people have boycotted Sunday games. How does our patriotism affect our compassion? The guys try to find the real issues that underlay this media firestorm. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Millions of people are traveling to get the best view of the greatest solar eclipse America has ever seen. Have you noticed any doomsday concerns? How does science point us to a loving God?Do you really think we can't know if the earth is round? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

There is plenty of nice weather left, but this is a hot topic. Should Christians watch Game of Thrones? How do we draw lines for our entertainment viewing and what are issues of the conscience? Listen in as the guys discuss some of their rationales. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A discussion on the importance of religious liberties. Why should Christians be concerned about Muslims religious freedoms? Listen as the guys talk about how Christianity can thrive whatever the political climate. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We can't just talk about things without some change. Last week's masculinity talk creeps into a sports conversation; McGregor or Mayweather? Also, see what phone tips have worked they're way into the guys' houses. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A recent video and subsequent blog posts of three men performing a dance for church lead the guys into a discussion of biblical masculinity. How do our cultural norms mesh with the Bible and Jesus's example of manhood? What are some marks of masculinity and do they have to be machismo? The guys jump right in. Be sure to leave us your opinion on Facebook! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

After talking about formational habits last week, the guys dig into one problem we're all facing. How is our phone changing us? We're more connected than ever before but still feel lonely. Listen as they talk about some poor tendencies we all have and offer hope that our technology use can help us to flourish. Check out Tim Reineke's new book:http://www.desiringgod.org/articles/denzel-your-phone-is-changing-youListen to our episode on technology:https://player.pippa.io/three-pipe-podcast/episodes/5928e911c48ec9386762b116 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The guys discuss Dr. James K.A. Smith's most recent book and it's call towards traditionalism. How do small habits and rhythms in our lives' affect us? How do they change us? Are they influenced by American culture or is our faith counter-cultural? See what questions the guys ask to evaluate our own habits. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The art and power of story cannot be understated. All elements of story point us to the bigger story. His Story. A recent blog stressed the importance of story and fiction as avenues to become better men. Empathy, virtue and imagination bring elements of God's image that are created in us. Listen in as the guys talk about some stories that had an impact on them, and others they want to read this summer. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

New fossil findings in North Africa put a twist in the evolutionary narrative of man. What does this mean? And how should Christians think about these things? The guys springboard into a discussion about old and new earth creationism. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Happy Father's Day to all the dads and men occupying the role of dad. There's a new study that shows how important you are! The guys discuss why we need fathers and offer some tips to stay present and involved. Also, should congressmen take a religious test? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A recent study shows a lot of millennials leaving the church. Why didn't they make their parents faith their own? The guys offer insights from their own millennial experiences and give advice for wanderers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A few articles and a popular Netflix series get the guys talking about a sensitive subject. What does it mean when a society tries to insulate themselves to from a part of life everyone will face? What are some problems with PAS? Join in the discussion on Facebook. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our natural tendency is for more power and control. Information often becomes a means to power. Listen in as the guys discuss gossip, confidentiality and some of the heart issues behind our desire to know. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Skepticism is not new for the Christian faith but new theories pop up. Can we know there was a historical Jesus? What are some flaws in reasoning that are often overlooked? Listen in as we enter Jared's wheelhouse! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A sports episode?! Not really, but the guys use recent events in the NFL draft as a spring board to talk about some ironies between gender equality and the transgender movement. Some of the most obvious ironies come out in sports.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hacksaw Ridge and Silence are recent mainstream movies with Christian themes. How do these films compare with evangelically targeted movies like God's not Dead? Why should Christians appreciate a good story and what makes movies better than others?   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Besty DeVos. Jeff Sessions. Border wall. Muslim Ban. All the things in your news feed are talked about in today's discussion about the things Trump has done so far.  www.threepipepodcast.com https://www.facebook.com/Threepipepodcast/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is part 2 of Celebrity Pastors. In today's digital world, appeal can raise any number of people into relevance and wide audience. How have the guys been affected by this? What should the Christians response be? Talks about moral failure, sound doctrine and a list of pastors that have seen the spotlight. Friends, please allow yourself to be known by your church community.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With marijuana soon to be legal, many Christians need to reevaluate their positions on its use. Listen to a principled approach, and what the guys would tell their children when they're teenagers. A few funny stories pop up as the guys have one of their best discussions on a relevant topic.  www.threepipepodcast.com https://www.facebook.com/Threepipepodcast/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's episode the guys talk about the difficult topic of  race, privilege and injustice. How do words spoken 50 years ago  resonate with us today? What should the Christian response be to black lives matter, police shootings, Colin Kaepernick and more?  www.threepipepodcast.com https://www.facebook.com/Threepipepodcast/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today's digital world, appeal can raise any number of people into  relevance and wide audience. How have the guys been affected by this?  What should the Christians response be? Talks about moral failure,  sound doctrine and a list of pastors that have seen the spotlight.  Friends, please allow yourself to be known by your church community.  www.threepipepodcast.com www.facebook.com/Threepipepodcast/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Netflix's new series Black Mirror creates science fiction scenario's with people's depravity at the center. Is technology amoral? Some new technological developments could be seen as pretty scary. Should Christians be worried? Listen in as the guys hash out technologies impact on society. Shout out to John Dyer and his book "From the Garden to the City".  http://j.hn/ www.threepipepodcast.com https://www.facebook.com/Threepipepodcast/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.