Everything is OK Podcast

Hello Everything is OK world! Kyle and James talk about big changes in James' rheumatoid arthritis medicine, and the ending of the drug trial. They explore the broken pharmaceutical industry in the United States, and how it impacts everyday loved ones. They also discuss global warming and how we should be better stewards of the planet. This is a labor of love. Please consider telling a friend and giving us a 5 star review where you listen to us! www.everythingisok.net

ALIENS! UAPS! With this summer's news of the congressional hearing on unidentified aerial phenomenon, Kyle and James dig deep. What would it mean to Christianity if we find out we are not alone in the galaxy? Are aliens minor gods? Do aliens go to heaven or the heavens? What did C.S. Lewis say and why is his sci-fi so good? Too many questions. Everything is OK, people. music credits original music by Chris Taylorwww.everythingisok.net

James, Kyle and Matt talk through the blessing Isaac gave Jacob, and if God was bound by it. Also they talk super powers. music credits“Make Sure” by Ezekiel Songs ww.everythingisok.net

James, Matt and Kyle discuss the Southern Baptist “resolution” on women in ministry, and the idea of women in ministry in general. They breakdown the scriptures referenced in this resolution, and dig into both sides of the controversy. The official resolution of the Southern Baptist Convention on this subject passed on June 15, 2023. Resolution on women in ministry music credits Dave and Kate - The Cost www.everythingisok.net

James, Matt and Kyle discuss the holiness of the Bible, and what that means and doesn't mean. music credits“The Boomerang” by Chris Taylor www.everythingisok.net

Welcome back EiOK family!Kyle and James talk about some of the people from church history that have impacted how we do faith. Thank you as always for listening, and consider supporting us on our patreon now! www.everythingisok.net

The boys discuss if the Bible was God's idea and why it was written over such a short period of time. music creditsEzekiel Songswww.everythingisok.net

What are we bringing to the table this year? Also what a strange carrot portrait.James and Kyle discuss the future, strange family acquisitions and goings on. music creditsDetails - Dave and Kate www.everythingisok.net

Everything is OK People! This is our first episode with the new hosts! James Isenhower invites Matt O'Mealey and Kyle Isenhower to join him at Everything is OK Podcast in 2023. Matt and Kyle catch up on their journey from our hometown to where they are now. They also talk about their thoughts on the movie trailer for “His Only Son”. music credits“It Works” - The Programme www.everythingisok.net

Sheila Gregoire returns! Sheila talks with Brad about her new book She Deserves Better, a guide for parents to help equip daughters with the tools to navigate sex and sexuality. It includes data-driven insights about how to raise a woman who is resilient, knows her strength, and has the discernment skills needed to make good choices. You can buy this book as well as other great books by Sheila HERE. I am sad to report this is Brad and David's last episode as hosts of Everything is OK Podcast. We spend some time at the beginning of the episode reflecting on the years together, incredible guests we have spent time getting to know, and look to a bright future for Everything is OK Podcast. We love y'all and will miss these times dearly. music creditsScales of Motion - Constellations www.everythingisok.net

Josh Scott is back, and is thrilled to talk through his new book with us! Bible Stories for Grown-Ups: Reading Scripture with New Eyes reimagines classic Bible stories with a new perspective for adults particularly. He has also created a comprehensive guide book to help leaders facilitate book clubs and more. Josh has been the lead pastor for the past two years at GracePointe Church in Nashville, TN. Thank you all for all the support for Everything is OK Podcast. To get more content and support us, join our patreon today! www.everythingisok.net

Brad gives an update on his neighbor and reflects on the role indoctrination plays in our lives. music credits Ezekiel Songs - Like Youwww.everythingisok.net

What's up everybody, we are back at it. Your lovable Everything is OK Podcast boys are bringing the heat in 2023. We talk through life updates - another EiOK host is moving to Oklahoma, the news lately, and reflect on the importance of the friendship. Also Matt turns a clip of “New Girl” into a sermon illustration. music creditsBeacon - James Price Bandwww.everythingisok.netSupport our indie podcast by becoming a patron today!

So we are back! Oh how we have missed you. We do a check-in with Brad's last couple of months and life change, and do some mild foreshadowing. Follow us where you listen to podcasts, and can't wait for share 2023 with you. music credits Punk Rock Kid - Ezekiel Songs www.everythingisok.net Support us for extra content and help independent podcasters like us.

Merry Christmas y'all! On our last episode of the year we are joined by Rocky Roggio to talk through her new film 1946 the Movie. What if the word “homosexual” was never meant to be in the Bible? Her documentary explores this concept and how it has impacted history. To check out the film and find out more visit https://www.1946themovie.com. Thank you for your support and for taking time to listen to our podcast. To learn more or support us, visit our patreon site today! www.everythingisok.net

On today's episode, James talks to his brother Kyle Isenhower about the season of advent and more.

Huge episode y'all! We had the privilege to sit down with Beth Allison Barr about her groundbreaking book The Making of Biblical Womanhood. We dive in, ask our most pressing questions and get her insight on why this book has exploded in Christian circles. Hope you enjoy and buy her book today. music credits Ezekiel Songs - Blessed Are the Meek www.everythingisok.net

On today's episode, we let you into what patrons get every month! Enjoy an extended conversation with Brian McLaren and Erin Moon for your listening enjoyment. Thanks for being listeners — we love you. Music creditsCounting Song - The Squid and the WhaleJoin patreon today here!

We are thrilled to chat with Kaitlyn Schiess about her fascinating book “The Liturgy of Politics”. Kaitlyn is a writer, podcaster and theology nerd. Brad was first introduced to her on the Holy Post podcast, and was committed to getting her on ever since. We talk to her about the frustration of engaging in politics and the way Christian fundamentalism and far right politics have merged. Enjoy! music credits Billboard Jesus - The Del Toroswww.everythingisok.netSupport us for extra content on patreon today!

We had so much fun the first time, we decided to have Jonathan Foster join us again to discuss his new book Theology of Consent. Brad sits down to asks all his pressing questions about mimetic theory and open relational theology. Also we have another Weird Christian Twitter segment, catch up on what's happening around the world and more. Learn more about Jonathan Foster here.music creditsOld Love - The Del Toroslearn more at www.everythingisok.net.

The boys sit down with pastor and scholar Kurt Willems to dive into the book of Revelation. Forget what you think you know, and prepare to have an insider look at what Biblical scholars think this book is really all about. music creditsThe Squid and the Whale - Drown the DevilFollow us on social media today! All our links and stuff are at www.everythingisok.net.

Our long time friend Stephen Gage Brim opens up and tells his story with alcohol addiction. He talks through the challenges of being honest with yourself, admitting you have a problem, and what led to him saying “enough is enough”. This title of this episode is a bit on the nose, since addiction never truly leaves. We are so proud of how far he has come, and also realize this could be any of our stories. It took courage and honesty to share this part of his life with us, let alone countless listeners. Stephen Gage Brim lives in New Orleans with his wife and tattoos all sorts of people for a living. Check him out at @gagebrimtattoos today! The podcast is completely funded by listeners! Support us on patreon.com today. Follow us social media today! we are on instagram at @everythingisoklahoma and twitter at @eiokpodcast.Give us a follow and shoutout. www.everythingisok.net

Brian McLaren joins Everything is OK Podcast to answer our burning questions about is newest book Do I Stay Christian?

What's up Everything is OK People!! On today's episode, Brad, James, and David answer your burning questions about us. We also have a WEIRD CHRISTIAN TWITTER segment, and reflect on this week's events. One of our patron's asked us a while back to talk a little bit more about our background and growing up in Oklahoma. We reached out to a handful of EiOK nation for some question prompts:What are y'all's favorite and least favorite Bible Stories? Favorite character or who you relate to best in pop culture (book, movie, tv show)What did a typical weekend look like in Oklahoma growing up? What did you do for fun?If you went back to Oklahoma now, what would you check out or visit?What is it about the dynamic of the three of y'all that has allow your friendship to endure for so long? Thank you again for submitting these questions! All the love. music credits Scales of Motion - ProgressFollow us on social media today. We love hearing from you!twitter: @eiokpodcastinstagram: @everythingisokpodcastfacebook: @everythingisOKpodcastWe are a local pod, and are funded by patrons! Support us today on patreon for as little as $5/month. Thank you for the love. Tell a friend!

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Welcome back Everything is OK people!Today's episode as an incredible guest, Erin H. Moon! David stumbled upon Erin Moon's work through The Bible Binge and The Popcast podcast streams. In fact, Erin's interest in Second Temple Judaism and crazy books like Enoch made her a perfect target for our inquisitive minds. We also talk to Matthew O'Mealey about the benefits of doing Taekwondo with his 7 year old — and how dominant he is in the class. Please check out Erin's work at www.erinhmoon.com. Check out Faith Adjacent and The Bible Binge here.We feature music written by friends on this podcast. Check out today's music below:Music creditsScales of Motion - QuestionsFolllow us social media and share with a friend!Twitter: @eiokpodcastInstagram: @everythingisokpodcastwww.everythingisok.net

Welcome back to Everything is OK Podcast! On today's episode we feature one of our new hosts Melia “Turner” Mullins. Melia went to high school with Brad, James and David and has quite a storied life. Melia has worked in ministry, education, and now is a therapist. Enjoy this episode and let us know what else you'd like to know about her. music credits Royal Horses - Great Divide Follow us today on instagram and twitter! For extra content and a closer look at Everything is OK, join us on patreon for $5/month or more! For past episodes, our blog and our new store visit www.everythingisok.net.

This season is insane. After the Uvalde massacre we decided the time was now. We reached out to Shane Claiborne. The boys also discuss Brad's new mustache, and the insanity of current events. Thank you Shane for hanging out and helping us understand what in the world is happening with this country. Shane Claiborne is a prominent speaker, activist, and best-sellingauthor. Shane worked with Mother Teresa in Calcutta, and founded TheSimple Way in Philadelphia. He heads up Red Letter Christians, a movementof folks who are committed to living “as if Jesus meant the things he said.”Shane is a champion for grace which has led him to jail advocating for thehomeless, and to places like Iraq and Afghanistan to stand against war. Nowgrace fuels his passion to end the death penalty and help stop gun violence.Check out Shane's newest book Beating Guns: Hope for People Who are Weary of Violence today!www.shaneclaiborne.commusic credits Time Wounds all Heals - Royal HorsesFollow us on social media today! TwitterInstagramAlso get more of this conversation and more magical interviews as a patreon member. Join our family today!

Pastor Josh Scott is the lead pastor of GracePointe Church, a progressive Christian community in Nashville, TN. We were introduced to Josh after our two episode series with Derek Webb. Brad heard one of his talks online on the origin of sin, and thought let's reach out and see if he will share his understanding of Genesis. Episode breakdown:1:22 David wakes up two hours late for episode, hilarity occurs. Matt and James forgive him and laugh because he can't say his name.4:59 Matt opens our world up to Oklahoma tourism16:55 We interview Pastor Josh Scott about parts of Genesis music creditsEzekiel Songs - Blessed Are the Meek Support us today on patreon to get the last part of this conversation with Josh + SO MUCH MORE. We also just created brand new merch for our committed listeners. Check it out at www.everythingisok.net/storeTwitterInstagramFacebook

We continue the year with our first look into the book of Genesis. We invited Jared Byas, from The Bible for Normal People, to answer our most pressing questions. Jared served as a local pastor and adjunct professor for almost ten years before launching The Bible for Normal People with Dr. Peter Enns, an organization committed to bringing the best in biblical scholarship to everyday people. He just released a new book titled Jonah for Normal People. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Jared, and tell your friends! Check out his books, and take one home today. music creditsSynoptic Flow - Scales of MotionFollow us today on the social media and say hi or something.instagramtwitter//www.everythingisok.netSupport us on patreon to get more interviews, special episodes and more.

What a couple of weeks: the war in Ukraine rages on, mass shootings and the White nationalism nightmare continue, and Roe V Wade set to be overturned. So we thought this episode would be the perfect time to reveal two new cast members to the Everything is OK family: Melia Mullins and Matthew O'Mealey!! We wanted to have as many diverse, Christian opinions on this episode to discuss why most Christians are celebrating the end of 50 years of judicial precedent. Also why the majority of democrats, a minority of Christians, and some members of this podcast see this is as detrimental and just the beginning of a loss of individual rights for many Americans. What do you think? Let us know and enjoy this compelling discussion on the end of Roe v. Wade. Interested in learning more? Join our community on patreon for additional content, including an expanded episode on Abortion. music creditsGoth Dad - Control We want to hear from you!! Follow us on twitter Follow us on instagramwww.everythingisok.net

Welcome back to Everything is OK Podcast! This week we have nationally renowned photographer Kate Dearman on the pod. She sits down with David to talk through her bouts with anorexia, addiction to exercise, and working through this along side family and friends. She also shares how her passion for photography has helped her reshape her relationship with her body and people around her. Her newest project on her website is Bodytell. Bodytell is Intimate, intentional portraiture designed to instill confidence in one's own skin. PLEASE check it out! To see some her work and connect go to www.katedearman.com. Music creditsThe Squid and the Whale - the Counting SongJOIN OUR COMMUNITY TODAYwww.everythingisok.netThank you for listening!! Share with your friends and consider joining our patreon community today.

Brandan Robertson is a reverend, minister, author and deemed the Tik-Tok Pastor by RollingStone Magazine. We talk to him about his new book Filled to Be Emptied, privilege, managing ego and so much more. Opening discussion we hit on fear of alligators, dirty lakes and crocodiles, and the difference between Oklahoma lakes and Mississippi water. To support Brandan please go to his website now!To support Brad Stair's neighbors and their sons' tumor go to this link now!! Music creditsEzekiel Songs

Ep 139 is here y'all! What happens between the Jewish Bible and the New Testament is captured in this epic tale. 1 & 2 Maccabees are canon in the Catholic Bible, and Martin Luther apparently hated it. Learn along side James and Kyle Isenhower as they unpack the history and crazy violent story of Judas THE HAMMER. We also talk about seeing Oh Jeremiah and Sarah-Bryan Lewis live in Hattiesburg and more. You can watch the videocast of Sarah-Bryan performing and her talk with David heremusic creditsOh Jeremiah - Entertain YouSupport us on patreon today for extra content and much more!www.everythingisok.net

Surprise episode drop! David sat down with bandmate and long-time friend Sarah-Bryan Lewis of The Squid & the Whale. Sarah-Bryan weaves a story, makes David laugh, and debuts two brand new songs she wrote over the last year. ****If you are in the Hattiesburg, MS area, you can see her play live with the talented Oh Jeremiah at The Thirsty Hippo THIS FRIDAY (April 8). To learn more about Sarah-Bryan's band The Squid and the Whale, listen where you get music or visit their bandcamp page today. Special thanks to Ben Smith (director, cinema wizard) for capturing it all for y'all to watch as well. Ben did a short film on The Squid and the Whale called Exist With Us. You can watch it here. music creditsSarah-Bryan Lewis - PetriSarah-Bryan Lewis - Parties We are a listener funded podcast, consider supporting us today on patreon or our website! Everything is OK, people.

We invited Shane Blackshear (Seminary Dropout; Austin, TX pastor) to explain the weirdness of the book of Job. We also asked him to talk through the process of writing a book with the civil rights icon John Perkins. This episode truly fascinating. music creditsThe Squid and the Whale - PincushionsPLEASE check out his book Go and Do: Nine Axioms on Peacemaking & Transformation written by Shane and John Perkins. If you are interested in winning a copy for free, follow us on social media, review on APPLE PODCASTS and post about the episode!We are a listener funded podcast. If you would like more content, a sweet sticker and more support us on patreon today for as little as $5. www.everythingisok.net

Sheila Gregoire is part of the Eiok family, and this interview took it to the next level of intimacy. On today's episode, Sheila unpacks her compelling book The Good Guys Guide to Great Sex (cowritten with Dr. Keith Gregoire). From defining the clinical to brilliant suggestions for deepening emotional connection in marriage, this book is a must own for all men committed to pleasuring their partners. Remember: Mind the Gap. The Good Guys Guide to Great Sex releases March 15, 2022, and can be pre-ordered today! Learn more about what Dr. Keith and Sheila are doing at her blog To Love, Honor and Vacuum!music creditsBlessed are the Meek - Ezekiel SongsWE ARE IN THE MIDDLE OF A PATREON CAMPAIGN! Join our community today through the end of March to receive a free custom sticker designed by Chris Skillern! Follow us on social media and tell us what you think! www.everythingisok.net

Matthew O'Mealey joins the pod to talk through The Book of Enoch! We talk about the craziest of Christians on twitter, baptizing our children, and what the heck Nephilim, The Watchers, and Enoch's crazy story is all about. Learn more about Matthew O'Mealey here! Our sources for today's talk are the following:Reversing Hermon: By Dr. Michael S. HeiserThe Book of Enoch with introduction and notes by Rev. George Schodde, Ph.D.music creditsOld Love - The Del TorosLearn more about supporting Everything is OK Podcast on patreon here!Follow us on social media today @eiokpodcast twitter@everythingisokpodcast instagram@everythingisOKpodcast on Facebook www.everythingisok.net

On today's episode we talk to entrepreneur, friend and serial creator Jared Loftus about cryptocurrency, blockchains, NFTs, and more. What is cryptocurrency? How is it different than say Apple Pay or Square? We get answers on our 5th grade questions about this whole new world. We also talk through our weird local podcast battle with The Hardy Street Boyz. We highly recommend checking out Jared Loftus on twitter and sign up for his newsletter here. If you want to hear more of our conversation go to Patreon.com today and support us!! Subscribe, like and review us where you listen to podcasts. Tell a friend. Links to all our stuff at www.everythingisok.netmusic creditsDistractions of Less

It's 2022, and we are back with another season! On today's episode, we talk to award winning author Jonathan Foster about his new book ‘The Reconstructionist'. Jonathan is the author of...-The Hope and Melvin of Humanity and Other Surprising Short Stories-Questions About Sexuality that Got Me Uninvited from My Denomination -Death, Hope & The Laughter of God: An Unlikely Title About The Unlikely Path Where God Finds Us-Where Was God on the Worst Day of My LifeWe have a blast discussing why hope matters, how to navigate the Bible, as well as hellfire. Buy ‘The Reconstructionist' today and learn more about Jonathan here.music creditsOh Jeremiah - American HoneyWe are 100% supported by Patreon.com. Join today to hear more of our conversation with Jonathan and many other guests! www.everythingisok.net

We decided to wrap 2021 with a fun episode about the bizarre Christmas traditions across the world. Brad, James and David searched the internet for the most fun and shocking Christmas cheer, and you will love it. Thanks again for listening, subscribing and telling your friends. And Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and may your December be one of food, family, friends and weirdness. Thanks to Matthew O'Mealey for sharing a Christmas story to start our season finale. music creditsSilent Night - Oh Jeremiah www.everythingisok.net

On Episode 131, we tell the story of two couples who go through the invisible struggle of Infertility. Kristin and Luke McNair & Keeva and Matt O'Mealey share the what you may not know about the lonely journey of fertility and how you can support friends and loved ones who are in the middle of it. Huge thanks to our sweet friends for sharing their story and being so honest. We also referenced a story about “jack from Lost” on this. You can find that story at Ep. 46: “A Nursing Home, Jack From Lost, and a bloody man”music credits Backwards Heart - Oh Jeremiah www.everythingisok.net

If you were hurt by the church or leadership at a church should you still keep going? How do you not guard yourself at your next church family? Brad, David and James talk through this, the concept of “church hurt” and more on this weeks episode. Follow us on social media and connect today! music credits Home - Ezekiel Songs www.everythingisok.net

Jake Krumweide joins us on Ep. 129 to discuss why church interactions often feel less than genuine. We also go back memory lane, talking “Judgement House”, harvest festivals and the new ‘Jesusween' craze. music creditsTwenty-Two Blues - Scales of Motionwww.everythingisok.net

We invited Davey Rumsey (teacher, musician, friend) on to dive into the growing divide between different groups of people, and how it complicates our ability to relate or connect meaningfully. We talk through how easy it is to see one facet of a family member or friend that offends our core beliefs on social media and just shut down the relationship. Dave also makes sweet sweet music, and our music today features his band Toombz. www.everythingisok.net

What is going on in Texas? They are making the news like crazy with border issues with Haitians and effectively stopping abortions. As three boys from Oklahoma, Texas earned its own episode as a brother from another mother. music credits Better Country - Ezekiel Songswww.everythingisok.net

Brad and James talk through changes in vaccine requirements, 20th anniversary of 9/11 and more. Thanks for the love, let us know what you think and happy Monday. Everything is OK people. Music creditsBillboard Jesus - The Del Toros www.everythingisok.net

We continue our series focusing on a main question or concept with this classic - Can we just do whatever we want? Brad as run into this question several times as in conversations where we goes into his deconstruction of faith and as he questions eternal damnation. Also we give a huge shout out to our friends Scales of Motion after they had their last show as a band of 20+ years. music creditsScales of Motion - Still We Sing Scales of Motion - Darkness www.everythingisok.net

The boys reflect on the always accessible emotion of anger. How does it serve us? What does the Bible say about anger and how do we manage it in a healthy way? Come along with us as we navigate our missteps and attempt to find clarity! music creditsEverything is Beautiful - Oh Jeremiahwww.everythingisok.net

Ep 123! Why do we pray and what does it do? James and Brad discuss some of their moments with prayer, and what it's like to feel alone in it. music creditsForeign Films by The Del Toroswww.everythingisok.net

Ep 122 is here! James, Brad and David sit down and navigate current events, SBC, transgender concerns in the Olympics and more.