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Joshua Young & Ben Thompson

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    The Importance of Story - Brandon Dayton

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2023 110:49


    Meet Brandon Dayton, the graphic novelist behind Green Monk which I did a symbolic analysis series on. We talk about his motivations behind the Green Monk story and his story writing process as well as his background growing up Mormon and how that effected his story writing. We also talk about the symbolism series, why it's important to tell stories, and how that relates to Christianity. Enjoy!Green Monk symbolic analysis series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=agfECUSjGe0&list=PLGffjWr3ZCV99Kn5ez-lTjYuL9DYtTNP2ATT is a Christian podcast that contains elements of philosophy, general in depth discussion, and religion, portrayed in a way to hopefully interest the viewer in such things as well as better their lives and those around them, however small it may be.Watch on vidgaze.tv: https://www.vidgaze.tv/channel/yt_UCpY8z5jdC8QQ_zyHxdKJoKwFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/AccessoryToThoughtInstagram - accessory_to_thoughtSupport us - https://app.redcircle.com/shows/cbed92c2-4c7c-48d6-922b-dff8e87c3736/donationsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

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    Channel Update - What's the craic?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2022 18:33


    ATT, your catalyst to deeper thinking.ATT channel update,I totally screwed up the recording in this one (*technical explanation for nerds* I pressed in the PAD for my microphone by accident probably when moving the audio interface, this reduces the sound for one mic by about 20db, I couldn't just bring that mic up in post because a was streaming the processed audio to obs in mono. So when trying to fix it with post processing it inevitably introduced distortion, otherwise you wouldn't have heard me at all! and Ben would have been extremely loud)0:00 Intro0:22 Property Pastors1:11 VidGaze4:53 Zambia7:00 Creative focusATT is a Christian podcast that contains elements of philosophy, general in depth discussion, and religion, portrayed in a way to hopefully interest the viewer in such things as well as better their lives and those around them, however small it may be.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Applying Morality (w/ Kyle Morrison - ATT #42)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2022 42:56


    ATT, your catalyst to deeper thinking.We talk with Kyle Morrison, a PhD student in the realm of Zoology and Meta-analysis. We try to see eye to eye about morality, we try to come at it from the perspective of applied morality, as abstract concepts of morality don't really affect much in how you live your life. For example, what worldview allows us to apply morality more effectively? Kyle suggests that we should simply use science and to disregard the beliefs of our ancestors, as science can evolve and adapt over time, this would give us a "science of morality", were we can deduce what we ought to do from "facts about human well-being". Is this a tenable stance? Or are our ancestors not as stupid as modern man is so quick to believe? And is an abundant life, with all our needs met, to be able to live with ease, a life worth living? Where does meaning come in? And how does this relate to the notion of "Faith"?ATT is a Christian podcast that contains elements of philosophy, general in depth discussion, and religion, portrayed in a way to hopefully interest the viewer in such things as well as better their lives and those around them, however small it may be.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AccessoryToThoughtInstagram - accessory_to_thoughtSupport us - https://app.redcircle.com/shows/cbed92c2-4c7c-48d6-922b-dff8e87c3736/donationsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Idolatry, Icons, & Saints (ATT #41)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2022 52:27


    ATT, your catalyst to deeper thinking.In this episode we discuss what idolatry is and how it manifests in our lives, we also discuss how icons and prayer to saints has been labeled as idolatry by mainstream Protestantism. EnjoyATT is a Christian podcast that contains elements of philosophy, general in depth discussion, and religion, portrayed in a way to hopefully interest the viewer in such things as well as better their lives and those around them, however small it may be.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AccessoryToThoughtInstagram - accessory_to_thoughtWebsite - https://redcircle.com/shows/accessory-to-thoughtSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/50n0zRaHeMP5ubhXCP6DiDApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/accessory-to-thought/id1533521838Google Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5yZWRjaXJjbGUuY29tL2NiZWQ5MmMyLTRjN2MtNDhkNi05MjJiLWRmZjhlODdjMzczNg==RadioPublic - https://radiopublic.com/accessory-to-thought-WDZq7oSupport us - https://app.redcircle.com/shows/cbed92c2-4c7c-48d6-922b-dff8e87c3736/donationsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    The Book of Jude (ATT #40)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2022 32:28


    ATT, your catalyst to deeper thinking.In this episode Ben shares a few words on the book of Jude. He references a cool little book called "The Books of The Bible (Pt 4)". A book of the New Testament in chronological order and written in the style of a normal story.ATT is a Christian podcast that contains elements of philosophy, general in depth discussion, and religion, portrayed in a way to hopefully interest the viewer in such things as well as better their lives and those around them, however small it may be.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AccessoryToThoughtInstagram - accessory_to_thoughtWebsite - https://redcircle.com/shows/accessory-to-thoughtSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/50n0zRaHeMP5ubhXCP6DiDApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/accessory-to-thought/id1533521838Google Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5yZWRjaXJjbGUuY29tL2NiZWQ5MmMyLTRjN2MtNDhkNi05MjJiLWRmZjhlODdjMzczNg==RadioPublic - https://radiopublic.com/accessory-to-thought-WDZq7oSupport us - https://app.redcircle.com/shows/cbed92c2-4c7c-48d6-922b-dff8e87c3736/donationsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Defining Faith (ATT #39)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2022 70:04


    ATT, your catalyst to deeper thinking.Ben and I try to define 'Faith'. A word that usually have Christians and Atheists arguing over each other to due to the different ways in which the word is used. So join us as we stumble toward the goal of being precise in our speech.ATT is a Christian podcast that contains elements of philosophy, general in depth discussion, and religion, portrayed in a way to hopefully interest the viewer in such things as well as better their lives and those around them, however small it may be.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    The Grand Narrative (w/Kyle Morrison - ATT #38)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2022 101:24


    From the Greek philosophers, Medieval thought, Enlightenment rationality, 20th century ideology, 21st century post-modernism and the New-Atheist movement, the here and now, and beyond. Where are we? and were are we going? Time is speeding up, these eras that once spanned hundreds of years are now condensed into decades. How long must the Death prevail until the seeds of Life sprout? Kyle and I discuss the Who's Who of the current conversation and our thoughts on the future. Enjoy.Accessory To Thought, your catalyst to deeper thinking. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Questions of Morality and A Model of Higher Meaning (Kyle Morrison - ATT #37)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2022 77:36


    ATT, your catalyst to deeper thinking.Kyle Morrison and I have a post episode chat about morality, Kyle thinks that we can derive what we should do from abstract science, I lay forth a model of higher meaning. Conversation ensues. If you want us to discuss something specific or have any questions relating to the Podcast, please comment on YouTube, comment in the Facebook discussion group (found here https://www.facebook.com/groups/933661477353273 ), or DM us on Instagram.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AccessoryToThoughtInstagram - accessory_to_thoughtSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Our Backstories (The Scientist, The Philosopher, and The Eejit - Episode 0 | ATT #36 -Kyle Morrison)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2022 95:44


    This is episode 0 to an ongoing series with myself, Ben, and Kyle Morrison from episode 35 found here. (Science vs Religion) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=beg9YqRvwqQThis series will be titled "The Scientist, The Philosopher, and The Eejit" and we will aim to discuss the disagreements and misunderstandings we have between the Scientific and Religious worldviews. Kyle is a PhD student in the field of Biology who holds a typical Atheist Materialist worldview. If you want us to discuss something specific or have any questions relating to this series for myself, Ben, or Kyle, please comment on YouTube, comment in the Facebook discussion group (found here https://www.facebook.com/groups/933661477353273 ), or DM us on Instagram.God Bless.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Religion vs Science (Kyle Morrison "The Birdman" - Materialism #3 - ATT #35)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2022 70:35


    Meet The Birdman, Kyle Morrison, a PhD student in the field of Biology/Zoology. He is an Atheist, scientist, Materialist type. Listen as we uncover the vast differences in worldviews, in the hopes to begin to learn how to wear each others goggles. (Or to be more specific, how to take your own goggles off). Kyle will be on again in the future.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Fighting Modern Slavery (IJM - Ben McMechan - ATT #34)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2021 48:46


    International Justice Mission is a charity that aims to save people from slavery, both directly, and by preventing future slavery, as well as giving further support for victims of slavery. We speak with Ben McMechan, a representative of the IJM UK team who shares what IJM do, and his role in this amazing and inspiring charity. Enjoy! Help IJM by following them in Instagram and Facebook, also visit the website and consider giving a small donation!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Agapé UK (Lauren Graham - ATT #33)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2021 71:54


    Meet Lauren Graham from Agape UK! This is a casual conversion between Christians, we talk about what agape is, what experience she has had with them, as well as the role of modern non-denominational churches and different worship styles in the broader Christian narrative, and how she should act in the midst of a dying church.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Curious for Christianity (Tyler Bentley - ATT #32)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2021 72:03


    Meet Tyler Bentley, a former colleague of both Ben and I, he wouldn't call himself a Christian but he is certainly curious and sees Christianity as being a good thing in the world that shouldn't be dismissed. Join us as we have a casual chat with our friend about Christianity.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    The State of the World (A Call to Adventure - ATT #31 - Matthew 8)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2021 86:00


    This is a casual conversation discussing the stories outlined in Matthew 8, and it has it all. After Jesus gave the Sermon on the Mount, he makes his journey down and across the surface of the sea, he heals many, the faith or lack thereof of the people are exposed and marveled at. And yes, this is the one were Jesus calms the storm. But what is so important about all this? Why should we care? This episode is a wake up call, a description of the state of modernity, and a call to adventure, may your acceptance of the task be your ticket on the boat.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Ruth and The Church (ATT #30 | Heroes of Old 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2021 36:37


    We take a look at the story of Ruth in the Old Testament. How does Ruth relate to us as Christians and how does the story by which the line of Neomi was preserved relate to how we are to interact with The Church and how we are to be saved through Christ?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Why be a Christian? (ATT #29)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2021 46:21


    You've read the title, so.. what's the answer? Well this video doesn't claim to completely answer the question nor do it perfectly, however Ben kicks us off with that simple question. What does it mean to even be a Christian or non- Christian? Our we set free by these strange beliefs or constricted? And if we are to be Christians, what are we to do in light of that? If these things intrigue you, enjoy.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    God's Heartache (Hosea - ATT #28 | Heroes of Old 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2021 48:56


    How can I give you up, O Ephraim? How can I hand you over, O Israel? This is the story of Hosea, a prophet tasked to personify God's heartache over Israel, Hosea married a whore who was unfaithful, yet he walked in Christ-like love the whole way. From Hosea, to Luke, Ephesians and even Revelation, with personal stories in the mix too! This is a must watch from ATT, and the 3rd installment of the Heroes of Old series. Enjoy!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Distraction (ATT #27 - A Glance at Timothy)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2021 28:57


    On this episode we run over one of Pauls letters to Timothy. We discuss how Paul portrays a goal all Christians should strive toward without deviating. Put simply? Get your head in the game, stay on the straight, and do not get distracted with civilian pursuits. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Nihilism (ATT #26 - Worldview of the Blind | Materialism - 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2021 40:20


    This is the second episode of the Materialism series where Josh continues his attack on the Materialist worldview, this time he leans on the uselessness of the Materialist worldview when it is in it's purest form, he also discusses Nihilism, and particularly the circular reasoning of 'Active Nihilism', the optimistic idea of "if there is no meaning, then why not?". Enjoy!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    David Pt2 (ATT #25 - Love from Tragedy | Heroes of Old 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2021 51:48


    ATT, your catalyst to deeper thinking.This is part 2 of the David episode from the 'Heroes of Old Series' where Ben takes us through the second half of David's life and relationships. Powerful stories, From Saul contacting Samuel after his death, historic battles, and the resolution between 2 families. There is a lot to be learned, in this episode of ATT.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Carl Blackwell (ATT #24 - No Half Measures | Testimonials 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2021 75:00


    On this episode of ATT, we have guest Carl Blackwell on to share is Christian faith, as well as some key events in his life. From tragedy to strength, there is a lot to be learned.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    David (ATT #23 - Relationships and Priorities | Heroes of Old Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2021 37:59


    The first of Ben's 'Heroes of Old' series, where we start off with David. There are few people who could tell a more interesting life story, from starting off as a humble shepherd, to ending up as one of the most powerful men on the earth. With action, betrayal, and a little bit of giant slaying, there is a lot to be learned about this man's story. This is the first of a two parter on David, stay tuned for the second part. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    The Burning Bush (ATT #22 - Faith, Fire, and Dragons | Moses Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2021 44:28


    A bush burning, but not consumed. A small side story? Or a microcosm of all reality? From the Virgin Mary, to the Fiery Furnace, 'The Life of Moses' to the life of Paul, from Revelation to Isiah, from dragons, to the armour of God. The links between these stories are not arbitrary nor coincidental. Listen as Josh uncovers a fraction of the meaning behind the Burning Bush, how it relates to the rest of the Bible, and our own lives.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    A Society of Courage (ATT #21 - Foundations of an Ideal World)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2021 38:35


    What does the 'Ideal World' look like? And where does it begin? And how does courage play in with the realisation of love? These are not political questions but personal ones, because the foundations of the 'Ideal World' begin in your every day life.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    A Refutal of Materialism (ATT #20 | Materialism - 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2021 27:51


    Can everything that exists be reduced to physical processes? At a first glance, if you are indeed living in the 21st century the answer is a reflective resounding yes! However is this a logical conclusion? Or has the modern mind been utterly blindsided with presuppositions? Josh says his piece, what is the hypothesis? You can only conclude materialism by assuming materialism, hence its foundation is one of fallacy, circular reasoning. Please enjoy and consider the points made.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Masculinity (ATT #19 - Moses Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2021 51:00


    The start of a series where we dive into the unending meaning of the life of Moses, join us as we begin with the setup, why did Pharaoh order death upon the Israelite new-born boys? It may sound dull on the surface, but there is much to say, as we try to get to the heart of what it means to be a man.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    A Story of a Normal Man (ATT #18 - Stanley Kyle | Testimonials 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2021 66:18


    Meet Stanley Kyle, an older guy with much to say, he tells his story of conversion which sparked from tragedy, and how he now sees the world, and his experiences helping those in need, while sharing the gospelSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Heaven and Tables (ATT #17 - Caleb Logan)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2021 39:21


    Caleb stays for another episode were the discussion begins on heaven, however Josh isn't content with Ben and Caleb's conception of heaven, and what do we have in common with tables? And how does that relate to Jesus? And what exactly is spirit? Stay tuned to find out! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Hell and Suffering (ATT #16 - Caleb Logan)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2021 52:16


    Say hello to our long time friend and brother in Christ, Caleb Logan, as we discuss the hard topics of eternity, Hell, and suffering. How is it possible and why it is not just a necessity, but an inevitability. Josh also throws in a few curveballs for everyone to chew on, enjoy!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    False Ascension (ATT #15 - Babel, Daniel and Revelation)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2021 70:17


    What's the deal with heaven and earth? Or at least what should the deal be? Josh shares insight from across the whole Bible to discover what the relationship between heaven and earth should be, and comparing it with examples of failing to hit that mark, from the tower of Babel, to the book of Daniel and even Revelation. Behold, all of which tell the same story.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Apologetics (ATT #14 - Nathanael Barr)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2021 46:40


    Nat sticks around for another episode as Josh digs deeper into Bens view on Christian apologetics and what role it should play in the years to come, enjoy!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Character of God (ATT #13 - Nathanael Barr)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2021 56:16


    On this episode we have our very first guest! Meet Nathanael Barr as we discuss the characteristics of God, or how it might not be that simple. Enjoy!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    An Enquiry into Love (ATT #12 - The 4 Loves by CS Lewis)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2021 41:20


    What do we mean when we talk about love? Ben uses the 4 loves by CS Lewis to help us understand this.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    The Lions Den and Noah (ATT #11 - Jonah Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2021 43:05


    Part 2 of our Jonah study we relate the story of Jonah to Noah and the flood, Daniel and the lions den, as well as the garden of Eden. Are they the same story? Yes. And they all point to Christ.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Down the Mountain (ATT #10 - Jonah Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2021 36:58


    In this episode we discuss the strange story of Jonah, we discuss the mysteries behind it's meta narrative and how it relates to Christ.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Nazis (ATT #9 - Cain and Able)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2021 35:58


    Everyone has heard about them, and many all too frequently treat their existence too light-heartedly, what is the truth? The Nazis were people just like you, also, what has this got to do with the Cain and Able story?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Stereotypes (ATT #8)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2020 47:38


    Ben starts the conversion with stereotypes and how they affect us in our daily life, but how does this link with chaos, dragons, rebirth and community?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Symbolism of Aliens (ATT #7 - Abraham, Lot and Sodom)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2020 32:06


    Let's talk about conspiracy theories, what's the deal? They are pretty strange but they all exist for a reason, in this episode Josh unravels the hidden meaning behind conspiracy theories.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Josh's Insanity (ATT #6 - Yellow Rocks)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2020 32:30


    On this episode of ATT Josh will thoroughly dismiss all assumptions that don't conclude that he has lost it, but on another note... let's talk about yellow rocks.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Free Will (ATT #5 - Predestination)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2020 36:36


    Free will or predestination? Or is there another way of looking at things? Ben takes us on a journey on what he thinks about the subject.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Not Just a Story (ATT #4 - Metaphor or Literal?)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2020 34:50


    A more spontaneous conversation where Josh tries to explain his dissatisfaction with interpreting the Bible literally as well as metaphorically, is there any another way?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    Dragons (ATT #3 - Leviathan)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2020 33:16


    On episode three Josh will specifically not use the right click button lest his laptop goes on fire, meanwhile lets get down to business, dragons, leviathan, what do they represent and are they real?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    ATT #2 - Nature of Truth

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2020 27:41


    In this episode of ATT Ben and Josh try to unravel the meaning behind truth as it relates to how we navigate through life, enjoy.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

    ATT #1 - Morality and the Conscience

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2020 28:27


    In this episode of ATT Ben and Josh try to unravel the concept of Morality and the conscience and relate it to everyday life, enjoy.ATT contains elements of philosophy, general in depth discussion, and religion portrayed in a way to hopefully interest the viewer in such things as well as better their lives and those around them, however small it may be. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/accessory-to-thought/donations

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