God Has Not Given

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 surrounding the election. The group delves into the moral compromises of political roles, critiques figures like Jill Stein, and debates Black Americans' potential for colonization, ultimately affirming systemic barriers prevent it. They emphasize the importance of nuanced discourse, community, activism, and individual contributions to societal betterment, wrapping up with a call to engage with diverse media perspectives and humorous reflections on recent debates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 church experiences, offering a community for faith deconstruction and discussions on doubts. Through playful Q&A segments and deeper conversations, Natalia aims to liberate and affirm individuals while promoting everyday acts of subversion to challenge oppressive systems. Her passion for digital engagement supports her vision for a more inclusive, updated approach to scripture and faith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 she has received from followers. The conversation also touches on broader issues within evangelicalism, the value of humor in serious discourse, and strategies for protecting mental health while managing a social media platform. LINKS TO FIND/FOLLOW/SUPPORT: DECONSTRUCTION GIRL @deconstructiongirl | instagram JANICE @godhasnotgiven | instagram janicelagata.com https://janicelagata.substack.com/ LET ME READ TO YOU | PODCAST (Spotify Link) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 sexuality and personal belief systems post-evangelicalism. Furthermore, it celebrates their achievements in the realm of digital media, noting the power of storytelling and creative expression through podcasts and other platforms. The script also entertains the idea of adding a contemporary voice to biblical texts, reflecting personal and modern insights. Overall, it encapsulates a narrative of transformation, community building, and the artistic reinterpretation of faith through the lens of digital media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 effects of encountering diverse perspectives, and the challenges she faces from the evangelical community due to her progressive stances. The discussion also touches upon the intersections of faith, politics, and identity, April's upcoming book on Christian nationalism, and the importance of humor and joy in addressing serious topics. Additionally, April offers insights into navigating marriage with a non-binary spouse, the implications of purity culture, and her advocacy for LGBTQ+ acceptance within religious contexts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 music has been a source of strength, community, and artistic inspiration. The IV Most Wanted discuss their evolving appreciation for the thematic depth in Beyoncé's work through various life stages. They particularly emphasize the inclusive and genre-defying aspects of her recent albums, engaging in debates over favorite tracks and their significances. Through theoretical speculation about Beyoncé's future projects and reminiscing about concert experiences, the episode encapsulates a collective appreciation for Beyoncé's unifying presence in both the music industry and the personal lives of her fans. IV MOST WANTED: Janice | @godhasnotgiven Melanie | @climbholamel Sarah | @officialsarahnaar Joanna | @josiny Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 perspectives beyond deconstruction. Trey's commentary not only probes the complexities of faith and identity but also underscores the necessity of embracing diverse interpretations and the pursuit of genuine understanding and love in religious discourse. LINKS TO FIND/FOLLOW/SUPPORT: TREY: @pastortrey05 | instagram @pastortrey05 | twitter pastortrey05.com JANICE @godhasnotgiven | instagram janicelagata.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 single, cookie-cutter experience of God and emphasizing the importance of personal truth. Janice also critiques evangelicalism and its alignment with capitalism, highlighting the role of money in society. She explores the power of art and storytelling as a means of resistance against oppressive systems. Janice invites listeners to imagine a world without capitalism and prompts them to consider their own natural rhythms and desires. AI's TOP THREE TAKEAWAYS: Being raised in an evangelical environment can result in traumas, particularly related to purity culture and the concept of inherent sinfulness. Evangelicalism often promotes a single, cookie-cutter experience of God, which may not resonate with everyone. Janice's mission is to challenge evangelicalism and encourage critical thinking about religious beliefs and practices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 of winning and losing. The conversation highlights the need for self-reflection and the recognition of deep-rooted problems in order to foster understanding and progress. WHAT AI LEARNED -- TOP FIVE TAKEAWAYS... Art and words have been used to manipulate and control people, but they can also be powerful tools for self-expression and growth. The deconstruction community is evolving, and it is important to recognize the need for change and growth in personal beliefs. Challenging assumptions and examining ethical beliefs is necessary for personal growth. Accepting different ways of fighting and understanding different perspectives is important. Decolonizing thinking is a difficult but necessary process for white people. LINKS TO: FIND/FOLLOW SCOTT: @rsokamoto | instagram @rsokamoto | twitter Chapel Probation Podcast rscottokamoto.com CONTENT WARNING -- Happening soon and very soon! [FEBRUARY 17th & 18th in Portland, Oregon] Don't miss out! contentwarningevent.com SUPPORT THIS PODCAST and/or JANICE janicelagata.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to AI... In this episode, Janice discusses various topics including oppression, voting, and the role of privilege in society. She reflects on her fear of dying unfulfilled and the importance of making the most of life. Janice also explores the idea of reading the Bible without preconceived notions and empathizing with the oppressors. She delves into the concept of the United States as the Titanic and the machine of capitalism. Janice challenges listeners to examine their role as accomplices to the oppressor and discusses the importance of Black people's votes. She concludes by urging individuals to choose their allegiance and root for change. AI Takeaways: Make the most of life and do not fear dying unfulfilled. Question preconceived notions when reading religious texts. Examine the role of privilege in society and its connection to the machine of capitalism. Challenge the idea of empathizing with oppressors and strive to be an ally to the oppressed. Recognize the importance of Black people's votes and consider sacrificing privilege for the greater good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy New Year, y'all. It's 2024, it's the 4th season and it's officially FOUR SEASON. And the show has got a new theme song and format to prove it. And in the spirit of newness, we're kicking off with Janice's favorite old podcast host, the one and only Adrian Gibbs. And in the spirit of new beginnings, we're talking about endings. What AI learned from listening... The Bible should never have stopped being written, and God is still speaking to people today. The concept of hell and apocalyptic texts should be questioned and let go of. Deconstruction is a process of returning to oneself and letting go of old identities. Endings can be difficult, but they are necessary for growth and change. Exploring new possibilities and embracing personal creativity is essential in the deconstruction journey. The duration of transformative experiences, like the Jesus tradition, can provide valuable insights and lessons. Reimagining biblical stories and exploring new perspectives can lead to personal growth and understanding. contentwarningevent.com janicelagata.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last episode of 2023 and Janice finally knows what she's doing! (Kinda... maybe... tentatively.) Listen in to hear what this podcast format/schedule is going to look like in 2024 and then a whole lot of thoughts on The Quran, Supremacy, Humanity and Performative/Transactional allyship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I took a little break to retool and refresh the pod with the original intent being to return at the end of November, but life has been a little bit of a lot and I decided to hold off, so Four Season is coming (1.3.24) with a fresh format and fantastic guests, but first… I feel like I need to preface where I'm coming from and I know I want to vent, so this December is going to be Extra Mid. These are some extra episodes, in the middle of a world on fire to help build a bridge for whosoever will to understand where I'm coming from. So how many of these episodes will there be? Don't know? What will they be about? We'll see. Will they be any good? Let's find out together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friend, Tim, for a conversation about deconstructing before, during and after deconstruction. Brought to you by the past, the present and MarioKart. WHERE TO LOCATE: TIM WHITAKER @thenewevangelicals || instagram Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram janicelagata.com || dotcom Hit the LINKTREE for more info on: Becoming a Jodly or Jodwilling Patron Grift of God, an exvangelical game book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A very special episode where the main character goes off to college... and/or smokes pot and/or has sex and/or joins a gang. WHERE TO LOCATE: Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram janicelagata.com || dotcom Hit the LINKTREE for more info on: Becoming a Jodly or Jodwilling Patron Grift of God, an exvangelical game book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friend, Roberta, for a conversation about the evangelicalness of MLMs and the MLM-ness of evangelicalism. Brought to you by leggings, Leah Remini and lots of documentaries. WHERE TO LOCATE: ROBERTA BLEVINS @therealrobertablevins || instagram LIFE AFTER MLM || wherever you get your podcasts Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram janicelagata.com || dotcom Hit the LINKTREE for more info on: Becoming a Jodly or Jodwilling Patron Grift of God, an exvangelical game book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 accidental and not on purpose use of THEY that led to a lot of THEM being decidedly anti-Black It's a good time that keeps on rolling for the Children of Jod in the patron only bonus section talking "draptomania" ON THE DL this Friday. WHERE TO LOCATE: ASHLEE' @unashamedly_ashlee || instagram GAËL @gaellissa || instagram Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram janicelagata.com || dotcom SW-6260-3309-8908 || switch Hit the LINKTREE for more info on: Becoming a Jodly or Jodwilling Patron Grift of God, an exvangelical game book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Join Janice and her friend, Lo, for a conversation about living under the pressure of prophecy, worship leading under evangelical delusions of grandeur and the eventual disillusionment with it all. Brought to you by dinner parties and (of course) The Nations. WHERE TO LOCATE: LO MOSHER-WHIPPLE @lmoshwhipp || instagram @nogoodopinions || instagram Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram janicelagata.com || dotcom Hit the LINKTREE for more info on: Becoming a Jodly or Jodwilling Patron Grift of God, an exvangelical game book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friend, Tamice, for a conversation about a certain non-Christian Nazarene and the Black deaths that ended our white evangelical lives. Brought to you by hell houses and Barry's tan suit. WHERE TO LOCATE: TAMICE SPENCER-HELMS @tamicenamaespeaks || instagram @tamice_namae_speaks || tiktok FAITH UNLEAVENED: The Wilderness Between Trayvon Martin and George Floyd || amazon Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram janicelagata.com || dotcom Hit the LINKTREE for more info on: Becoming a Jodly or Jodwilling Patron Grift of God, an exvangelical game book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friend, Mike for a conversation about maybe being Christians(??), probably being affirming (??) and definitely questioning how to handle social media and spirituality on this side of things. Brought to you by unmerited favour and unasked for prophecy. WHERE TO LOCATE: MIKE MAESHIRO @mikemaeshiro || instagram mikemaeshiro.com || website Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram janicelagata.com || dotcom Hit the LINKTREE for more info on: Becoming a Jodly or Jodwilling Patron Grift of God, an exvangelical game book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friend, Tori as they talk white evangelicalism, purity culture and being parented through it all. Brought to you by death of Pat Robertson and the beauty of the PNW. WHERE TO LOCATE: TORI WILLIAMS DOUGLASS @whitehomework || instagram @toriglass || twitter toriglass.com || website Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram janicelagata.com || dotcom Hit the LINKTREE for more info on: Becoming a Jodly or Jodwilling Patron Grift of God, an exvangelical game book Leesta Vall, a personal vinyl recording Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friend, Joanna as they dust off thee ole podcast. It's been a long time, but not long enough for Carl Lentz to be making megachurch money again. Brought to you by The Secrets of Hillsong (a docuseries), the secrets of hillsong (everyday cult tings) and zero reference checks. LEAVE A REFERENCE FOR CARL LENTZ WTF: Joanna @josiny || instagram   Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram janicelagata.com || dotcom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and two other clowns (Sadiqa & Aramis) for a wide-ranging (and slightly deranged) discussion Beyoncé's Renaissance (the release, the songs and the Kelis of it all). Brought to you by inside jokes, outside voices and the infinite perseverance of Black women, (duh). WTF: Aramis @iamagee_ || instagram @rivetbmatchmaking || instagram Sadiqa @ssmithford || instagram @s.smithford_designs || instagram Clown Town @clowntown_pop6 || instagram Janice @godhasnotgiven  janicelagata.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and an internet fave turned friend, Ashlee. Listen in and laugh along as we discuss having a hot girl summer in a hellscape brought to us by the Supreme Court, S.P.U and silly comparisons to A Handmaid's Tale. WTF: Ashlee @unashamedly_ashlee || instagram   Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram janicelagata.com || dotcom seventwentytwo || the music A Seriously Hilarious, Surprisingly Heartfelt, Completely Unauthorized Musical Parody || the book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friends, The Gayme Boys, a gaming super(cute)couple. It's a faith and love story featuring recurring March madness, video games and the raggedy church plant that welcomed us all to never return. WTF: The Gayme Boys @thegaymeboys || instagram The Gayme Boys || youtube The Gayme Boys || twitch   Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram janicelagata.com || dotcom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice in a conversation with Mary, Ashlee and Gaēl for genuine and genuinely hilarious conversation about life as Black women in 2022. If you ain't ready for some real thoughts on America in general, the worst YTs and some of your (maybe) decon faves, then you ain't ready. (spoiler alert: you ain't ready) Where To Find: Mary @seyibee || instagram @adrinkwiththebensons || instagram @seyibee || venmo Jimmy & Mary's Authentic Body Care || (use the code GODHASNOTGIVEN for 25% off) Ashlee @unashamedly_ashlee || instagram @Ashlee-Thomas-5 || venmo Gaēl @gaellissa || instagram $GmoneyMercado || cashapp Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram janicelagata.com || the dot com $janithecat || cashapp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friend Nate Nakao for an easy breezy springtime conversation about being non-white at the end of an empire. We're talking tragedy and telling on ourselves. And literally laughing in the face of death because somebody's gotta do it. WTF: Nate @natenakao || instagram @fullmutuality || instagram fullmutuality.com || website Janice @godhasnotgiven // @jani_the_cat janicelagata.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Join Janice and her friend (against all odds!) Tim for a conversation about Brian and Bobbie, property schemes and unfulfilled repentance dreams. (This episode was recorded in Hillsong Standard Scandal Time and is therefore already out of date.) WTF: TIM @thenewevangelicals || instagram @thenewevangelicals || twitter thenewevangelicals.com Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram BAD WORDS || other podcast Sketchy Things || vimeo HILLSONG REHAB @hillsongrehab || instagram @reclaimationcollective || instagram DONATE TOWARD HILLSONG SUPPORT GROUP reclaimationcollective.com/donate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and some deconstruction superfriends for questions and questionable answers about some questionable people, places and schemes. Life in 2022 A.D. (After Documentary) caught us all unprepared and we're trying to process in real time. HILLSONG REHAB || We can't pick up the pieces, but we can offer someplace to set them down. THE FORM || https://forms.gle/Kv9SVRsAXag4k3ka7 EMAIL || hillsongrehab@gmail.com Another option to share your story. DO BETTER CHURCH: @dobetterchurch || instagram For information on other churches and/or to connect with other evangelicals. THE NEW EVANGELICALS: @thenewevangelicals || instagram WTF: Mary & James: @adrinkwiththebensons || instagram Noemi: @noemimi.u || instagram Joanna: @josiny || instagram Abena: @abenaboafo || instagram Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram BAD WORDS || other podcast Sketchy Things || vimeo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and some of the deconstruction superfriends for what was meant to be a very current episode about the statement hillsong released last week that is already old news (because...). We're talking about the end of hellsong (obvs), the future of evangelicalism and the prophetic power of nasty ponytails. WTF: Mary & James: @adrinkwiththebensons || instagram Tim: @thenewevangelicals || instagram Noemi: @noemimi.u || instagram Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram BAD WORDS || other podcast Sketchy Things || vimeo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her New York mother figure, Mary for a scheduled but completely unplanned conversation. It's the first time an episode has been recorded in person in a long time and none of the usual rules apply, so we're swapping Carl stories and not answering any of Janice's boring questions. WTF: Mary @joneticspres || instagram Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram BAD WORDS || other podcast Sketchy Things || vimeo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friend Venika for a wide-ranging walk down multiple memory lanes. Topics include (but are not limited to): Black church, being discovered/discarded by Hillsong, being on platform, baby mama drama (we are the babies) and when life begins... buckle up. We're going a lot of places. WTF: Venika @venika.music || instagram Ve.Nika || music (bandcamp) Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram BAD WORDS || other podcast Sketchy Things || vimeo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This podcast isn't officially back yet, but this is a bonus (secret??) episode of BAD WORDS because that entire podcast is down at the moment. Did I go too far? We know the B(uh)vere's have enough the dark magic to stay off Wikipedia, so maybe they have enough to take down a podcast? Or maybe it's just a technical glitch... we'll seeeeeeee ::insert devil emoji:: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice in talking to herself about what the past year has been like and why she has decided to feud with instagram for the next one.  WTF: Janice @godhasnotgiven // @jani_the_cat BAD WORDS PODCAST janicelagata.com Things mentioned in this episode... SQUADCAST - the podcast recording platform I use to record my podcasts before editing them in LOGIC and uploading them to MEGAPHONE - the podcast distributor used by IRREVERENT MEDIA GROUP , which I became a part of this summer, thanks to good words being put in by my friends Josh & Adrian, dem dirty rotten boys of DIRTY ROTTEN CHURCH KIDS. This podcast will be going on hiatus until February 2022, but my other two podcasts, will be up and running with BAD WORDS coming at you every Monday, and BETWEEN THE LINES every Friday for my Keeper Patrons on PATREON. You can also keep up with Janice via her blog and/or website which is hosted by BANDZOOGLE - a website building and hosting platform that specializes in sites for bands and musicians. You should definitely visit JANICELAGATA.COM and join the mailing list to get your free download of Happier Than (Worship). And remember, as @heytherebenji always says: You're not crazy. Everything else is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friend Jo for an honest conversation about some of the dramas and “trauma responses” that have flared up in the deconstruction corner of Instagram. (No Nuance/No Names/Not THAT Nude November...) WTF: Jo Luehmann @joluehmann || instagram @joluehmann || twitter patreon.com/joluehmann || the internet linktr.ee/joluehmann || more internet Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram BAD WORDS || other podcast Heart For This House || YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice for a tasty sample of the first episode of her new podcast, BAD WORDS: An exvangelical podcast taking another look at some of the books and music that had, (in some cases, may still have) major influence in evangelical christianity. First up: The Bait of Satan by John Bevere. For more info, better show notes, check out and subscribe to BAD WORDS. And don't forget to check out the sketchiest thing Janice has ever done: HEART FOR THIS HOUSE on YouTube. https://youtu.be/bLMksj0n47s Please support Janice via: Buy Me A Coffee | Patreon | PayPal | CashApp | Venmo: @janithecat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friend Josh for part two of a good good conversation on creativity, the Bible and creating new bibles. WTF: Josh @joshlink_ || instagram @_joshlink || twitter @dirtyrottenchurchkids || instagram @dirtyrottenck || twitter patreon.com/dirtyrottenchurchkids || the internet Janice @godhasnotgiven // @jani_the_cat janicelagata.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friend Josh Link for some reconsiderations of Frank Peretti, spiritual warfare and the secular world. It's an Irreverent crossover event!! (Warning: May be demonic.) WTF: Josh @joshlink_ || instagram @_joshlink || twitter @dirtyrottenchurchkids || instagram @dirtyrottenck || twitter patreon.com/dirtyrottenchurchkids || the internet Janice @godhasnotgiven // @jani_the_cat janicelagata.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friend Joanna for some backward glances at a few years in the lives of Black women who were wanting, working towards and waiting for Hillsong NYC to be just a little bit better.  WTF: Joanna @josiny || instagram @josiny || twitter Janice @godhasnotgiven // @jani_the_cat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice for part two of deja vu with The Bensons. From outreach to being unoffendable when everything is a performance to get to the top, how we each took a scenic route to realizing we were never going to look the part. WTF: Jimmy and Mary @adrinkwiththebensons A Drink With The Bensons Podcast jimmyandmarys.com use promo code GODHASNOTGIVEN Janice @godhasnotgiven // @jani_the_cat And shoutout to @juicelessjamie for the hookup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice for part one of a walk to remember with The Bensons, down the memory lane they share with a certain former celebrity pastor for remembrances and reconsiderations of the kinds of love, leadership and losses we face in white evangelical spaces. WTF: Jimmy and Mary @adrinkwiththebensons A Drink With The Bensons Podcast jimmyandmarys.com use promo code GODHASNOTGIVEN Janice @godhasnotgiven // @jani_the_cat And shoutout to @juicelessjamie for the hookup! Support the show (https://patreon.com/janicelagata) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friend/collaborator/twin Daniel Taytro as they listen to and talk through Lil Nas X's debut album Montero. 0:00:22 What we're doing 0:01:29 Initial thoughts on the album 0:04:42 MONTERO (CALL ME BY YOUR NAME) 6:07 press play 9:20 AFTER Call me by your name (thoughts on Heaven) 0:16:47 DEAD RIGHT NOW 17:13 press play 20:56 AFTER Dead Right Now 0:21:18 INDUSTRY BABY 24;45 press play 28:25 AFTER Industry Baby 0:29:02 THAT'S WHAT I WANT 29:14 press play 31:41 AFTER That's What I Want 0:34:10 THE ART OF REALIZATION press play 34:39 AFTER The Art of Realization (thoughts on fame) 0:48:21 SCOOP 48:31 press play 51:25 AFTER Scoop 0:52:02 ONE OF ME 52:10 press play 0:55:03 LOST IN THE CITADEL 55:13 press play 0:56:23 DOLLA SIGN SLIME 56:40 press play 59:04 AFTER Dolla Sign Slime (thoughts on prosperity and bragging, Beyonce and Frozen) 1:07:24 TALES OF DOMINICA 1:08:11 press play 1:10:38 AFTER Tales of Dominica 1:10:59 SUN GOES DOWN 1:11:51 press play 1:14:50 AFTER Sun Goes Down 1:15:08 VOID 1:15:17 press play 1:19:17 AFTER Void 1:20:13 THREE SONGS, TWO SKIPS 1:20:56 THE LAST SELECTION press play 1:23:06 AFTER ALL... (thoughts on being remembered, being infinite and the future of music) 1:31:45 TOP THREE (Janice and Daniel's individual top threes and their collective top two) WTF: Daniel: @LegendOfTaytro || @thegaymeboys (instagram) Janice: @godhasnotgiven || @jani_the_cat (instagram) patreon.com/janicelagata $janithecat (cashapp) // @janithecat (venmo) janicelagata.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friend, Natalia Terfa, a legit Lutheran pastor with legit theological education and experience as they talk denominations, ordination and who should get paid for faith. WTF: Natalia: @nterfa (instagram) @nterfa (twitter) @cafeteriachristian (instagram) Cafeteria Christian Facebook Group (...on Facebook) nataliaterfa.com Janice: @godhasnotgiven (instagram) @jani_the_cat (instagram) patreon.com/janicelagata $janithecat (cashapp) // @janithecat (venmo) janicelagata.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice for part two, a continuation of her conversation with her friend, Alejandra Duque-Cifuentes. Or don't! If you're part of megachurch and wish to happily remain, this episode is not going to help - consider yourself warned. WTF: Ale @ale_duque_cif www.dance.nyc Janice @godhasnotgiven // @jani_the_cat Recommendations: The Suicide Squad Leave that megachurch. Support the show (https://patreon.com/janicelagata) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back! Join Janice for part one of a true back to school lesson on power from one of her favorite people to learn from, her friend, Alejandra Duque-Cifuentes.  It's a new season, we are going in and Ale is showing us the way.WTF: Ale@ale_duque_cifwww.dance.nyc Janice@godhasnotgiven // @jani_the_catthat new new(!!): patreon.com/janicelagata Recommendations:  @reclamationcollective The Suicide Squad (available in all of its violent glory on HBO Max until 9/5)(or just check out the spoiler) Support the show (https://patreon.com/janicelagata) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friend, former church planting pastor, Rich, for some honest talk about happiness, vulnerability, living the dream and then risking it all to fully live a real life as your whole self. Friend of the week: Rich // @iamrich_ny@godhasnotgiven // godhasnotgiven.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice and her friend, Faye, for some bodytalk. Get ready to exercise (and maybe exorcize?) some of the ways you think about the body in general and your body specifically.   Friend of the week: Faye // @yourbodyisgood@godhasnotgiven // godhasnotgiven.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice for a feast of food for thought with her friend, Greg - one of her favorite thinkers. Get ready for a deep dive into Christianity as an institution and an exploration of how it functions.  Friend of the week: Greg Osei // @gregosei@godhasnotgiven // godhasnotgiven.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Janice for a trip down under with her friend and fellow Hillsong College survivor, Elizabeth. Listen in as they reminisce about the lessons learned and revel in how much they have unlearned. @godhasnotgiven // godhasnotgiven.com Friend of the week: Elizabeth // @sauceyfireislander Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices