Humanising controversial ideas by learning about where we found them and how they change us. Whether they be religious, political, taboo or politically incorrect.
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Keith Giles, a self-proclaimed "heretic" and former Evangelical; Dr. Safi Kaskas, a devout Muslim; Gregory T. Smith, an ex-Southern Baptist Pastor whose journey led him to explore Neopaganism and Taoism; Matthew DiStefano, a book publisher dwelling in the realm that lies between Christianity and secular humanism; and Caleb, a practicing Bahá'í.What common threads of belief connect these diverse individuals? And how do they navigate disagreements while fostering an attitude of openness towards people with differing perspectives and beliefs? Together, they engage in a candid examination and confrontation of the beliefs that have historically served as barriers to coexistence, thereby promoting a deeper understanding of the human experience among those who hail from and identify with different religious and cultural groups.Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.comShow sponsors Quoir PublishingMusic: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify
Topics explored in this episodeIs christianity dying?who is to blame for the downfall of christianity?The baggage the word “christian” carries.Is deconstruction from god or the devil?Whats the problem with apologetics?The problem with American Evangelical ChristianityAre progressive christians the next stage of christian evolution?Christianity, culture wars and toxic politicsWhy do christians love jordan peterson?Do you need to believe in a literal resurrection to go to heaven?Justin Brierley's New BookTo hear what we REALY think and Support the show www.ideasdigest.orgConnect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.comShow sponsors Quoir PublishingMusic: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify
Konrad goes toe to toe with an ex-Christian Atheist named Will, who creates content critiquing the Christian worldview. Alice tries to convert a Christian lobbyist named Chris from the Australian Christian Lobby.We discuss:Arguments FOR churches paying taxes:Separation of religious organizations from other non-profits.Churches should be held accountable and have a more complicated tax system.Financial transparency is necessary to ensure money is spent appropriately.False counseling services and lack of regulation are concerning.Churches should be taxed like businesses to ensure accountability.Arguments AGAINST churches paying taxes:Complexity of church structures makes it impractical to tax them.Keeping churches tax-exempt helps to keep them out of politics.Churches provide valuable services like non-government healthcare and counseling.Mega churches should be held accountable, but not all churches are the same.The right to engage in politics is justified if supported by people who pay taxes.PLUS super ep content! Konrad and Alice drop their filters and share their honest thoughts about being triggered by Chris from the ACL.
Konrad has just 10 minutes to convince Alice's sister that humans do not possess an immortal soul.We discuss;The enigmatic nature of the soul: What we don't know about the "soul."Examining the theory of an immortal soul and its historical significance.The moral implications: How not believing in a soul can make you a better person.Unveiling the adverse effects of belief in an immortal soul on humanity.Souls and the Caste system in India: Exploring the intersection of beliefs.Consciousness: Understanding the relationship between the soul and consciousness.Contemplating the existence of souls in animals.Will this 10-minute conversation bridge the gap between their opposing views, or will their disagreement deepen?To hear what we REALY think and Support the show www.ideasdigest.orgConnect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram TwitterEmail: Ideasdigest@gmail.comShow sponsors Quoir PublishingMusic: Lawson Hull Instagram SpotifyPodcast PartnersAlice GreczynQuiorThe Reconstructionist
Throughout the episode, they explore various topics such as free education, wealth distribution, financial struggles, and the perception of entitlement, all while contemplating the possibility of millennials achieving the dream of homeownership.They Discuss; Who has it harder, millennials or boomers? Do millennials just waste money on avocado toast? Boomers' free education: Highlighting the privileges of the older generation.Why did boomers have it easy? Do boomers possess all the wealth? Exploring the wealth disparity between generations.The struggles of millennials in Australia: Examining the specific challenges faced down under.The struggles of millennials in the USA: Shining a light on the American millennial experienceAre millennials lazy and entitled? Exploring perceptions and realities.Will millennials ever own a home? Episode NotesTo hear what we REALY think and Support the show www.ideasdigest.orgConnect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram TwitterEmail: Ideasdigest@gmail.comShow sponsors Quoir PublishingMusic: Lawson Hull Instagram SpotifyPodcast PartnersAlice GreczynQuiorSolo DeusCult Vault Podcast
In this episode, Konrad and Alice play "Give me 10 minutes to change my mind" on the topic of whether churches should pay taxes. Join in on the fun and play along at home. Will we change your mind? Konrad goes toe to toe with an ex-Christian Atheist named Will, who creates content critiquing the Christian worldview. Alice tries to convert a Christian lobbyist named Chris from the Australian Christian Lobby. We discuss: Arguments FOR churches paying taxes: Separation of religious organisations from other non-profits. Churches should be held accountable and have a more complicated tax system. Financial transparency is necessary to ensure money is spent appropriately. False counseling services and lack of regulation are concerning. Churches should be taxed like businesses to ensure accountability. Arguments AGAINST churches paying taxes: Complexity of church structures makes it impractical to tax them. Keeping churches tax-exempt helps to keep them out of politics. Churches provide valuable services like non-government healthcare and counseling. Mega churches should be held accountable, but not all churches are the same. The right to engage in politics is justified if supported by people who pay taxes. To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ideasdigest/message
To hear what we REALY think and Support the show www.ideasdigest.orgConnect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram TwitterEmail: Ideasdigest@gmail.comShow sponsors Quoir PublishingMusic: Lawson Hull Instagram SpotifyPodcast PartnersFlorida men on florida manNew Evangelicals
In this share edit episode, Konrad tries to convert a 'pro Trump' Business Lawyer into an advocate for locking him up. To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify Konrad's Cherry Picked Data: Trump, the Democrats, and the future of US democracy - UpFront, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbh2Y-V0Cqc AMERICA | S04 07 - How Donald Trump turned the Presidency into a business, https://pca.st/episode/a39571e7-1c3b-4c0b-8dea-8b70582d0220 The Blackwater Pardons, PMCs, And US Imperialism https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5YWb2CumY0 "Trump pardons Blackwater contractors jailed for massacre of Iraq civilians" by The Guardian, published on December 23, 2020, https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/dec/23/trump-pardons-blackwater-contractors-jailed-for-massacre-of-iraq-civilians Analyzing The Trump Indictment & Arrest, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ltw-SN9QiII Trump's Criminal Referral from the January 6 Committee https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXm-Xe0dQ3U Hillary's Emails v. Trump's Boxes ft. Opening Arguments https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pDEPDxMbh4&t=1567s Biden's Classified Docs Are Bad https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POYDOWNq-jE "Trump Organization sentenced to pay $1.2 billion in criminal fines" by CNN, published on January 13, 2023, https://edition.cnn.com/2023/01/13/politics/trump-org-sentencing/index.html "Legal affairs of Donald Trump" on Wikipedia, last modified on March 21, 2023, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legal_affairs_of_Donald_Trump#cite_note-USATodayAnalysis-1 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ideasdigest/message
In this share edit episode, Alice tries to convert a political youtuber/podcaster that Trump should not go to prison for the crimes he has allegedly committed. To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ideasdigest/message
In this episode, Konrad and Alice play "Give me 10 minutes to change my mind"this weeks topic - Should Donald Trump be imprisoned? Join in on the fun and play along at home. Will we change your mind? Konrad goes toe to toe with a Business Lawyer, and Alice tries to convert a political youtuber/podcaster. We discuss; Reasons for locking people up in prison Reasons why Trump SHOULDN'T be in prison Criminal charges against Trump Trump's character as a millionaire conman Criminality centered around whether Trump knew what he was doing Trump's recent con for raising money for "legal defences" and presidential campaign Trump's revenue streams and how he siphons money from his supporters Trump's use of presidency as a marketing platform to promote his own brand To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify Konrad's Cherry Picked Data: Trump, the Democrats, and the future of US democracy - UpFront, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbh2Y-V0Cqc AMERICA | S04 07 - How Donald Trump turned the Presidency into a business, https://pca.st/episode/a39571e7-1c3b-4c0b-8dea-8b70582d0220 The Blackwater Pardons, PMCs, And US Imperialism https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5YWb2CumY0 "Trump pardons Blackwater contractors jailed for massacre of Iraq civilians" by The Guardian, published on December 23, 2020, https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/dec/23/trump-pardons-blackwater-contractors-jailed-for-massacre-of-iraq-civilians Analyzing The Trump Indictment & Arrest, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ltw-SN9QiII Trump's Criminal Referral from the January 6 Committee https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXm-Xe0dQ3U Hillary's Emails v. Trump's Boxes ft. Opening Arguments https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pDEPDxMbh4&t=1567s Biden's Classified Docs Are Bad https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POYDOWNq-jE "Trump Organization sentenced to pay $1.2 billion in criminal fines" by CNN, published on January 13, 2023, https://edition.cnn.com/2023/01/13/politics/trump-org-sentencing/index.html "Legal affairs of Donald Trump" on Wikipedia, last modified on March 21, 2023, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legal_affairs_of_Donald_Trump#cite_note-USATodayAnalysis-1 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ideasdigest/message
Konrad speaks with Gary, a Conservative Christian anti-porn advocate, does he change his mind in 10 minutes?They discuss- Should porn bel legal?- Why porn ISNT as bad as you think- The REAL reason we all benefit from porn- Why porn is medicine- Why we NEED porn- What People Really Do with Porn: A Look at Pornography Consumption To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ideasdigest/message
In this episode Alice speaks to Kevin, an Only Fans porn creator and porn producer and gets 10 minutes to change his mind about porn. They discuss- Why porn is worst than you think- The dark side of the porn industry- What's it like on Only Fans- What kind of porn does Kevin make?- What nobody knows about Only fans - Why porn cant be ethical To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ideasdigest/message
This week we take on the controversial topic of pornography, with two guests on opposite sides of the debate, and explore its good, bad, and complex sides - Are you ready to break your bias and challenge your preconceptions about the porn? In this episode Alice speaks to Kevin, an Only Fans porn creator and porn producer and gets 10 minutes to change his mind about porn. They discuss- Why porn is worst than you think- The dark side of the porn industry- What's it like on Only Fans- What kind of porn does Kevin make?- What nobody knows about Only fans - Why porn cant be ethicalAnd Konrad speaks with Gary, a Conservative Christian anti-porn advocate, does he change his mind in 10 minutes?They discuss- Should porn bel legal?- Why porn ISNT as bad as you think- The REAL reason we all benefit from porn- Why porn is medicine- Why we NEED porn- What People Really Do with Porn: A Look at Pornography Consumption To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ideasdigest/message
Alice finds the best arguments he can AGAINST having children and gets 10 minutes to change someones mind. To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ideasdigest/message
Konrad finds the best arguments he can FOR having children and gets 10 minutes to change someones mind. To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ideasdigest/message
In this episode of Ideas Digest, Alice and Konrad tackle the contentious topic of antinatalism and its ethical implications. Through a game called "Give Me 10 Minutes to Change Your Mind", they explore the arguments for and against bringing children into the world in the face of existential threats such as climate change, overpopulation, and limited resources. We explore;What is antinatalism, and how does it intersect with debates around reproductive rights and the right to die?Can someone lead a fulfilling life without having children, and what alternative paths to fulfillment are available?Should individuals with genetic predispositions to certain diseases refrain from having children to prevent their offspring from suffering?What are the ethical considerations of bringing a child into a world with limited resources, and how does this intersect with debates around global justice?Are there moral implications to having multiple children when the planet is facing so many ecological and social challenges?Join Alice and Konrad as they challenge each other's perspectives on this highly personal and deeply debated topic, and encourage listeners to reflect on their own beliefs and values around parenthood. To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ideasdigest/message
In this episode Konrad speaks with the creator of the fast growing instagram account the Tin Men focused on drawing attention to the issues and problems man face in society today. We discuss Does the gender pay gap exist? Is there such a thing as male privilege? Have we achieved gender equality? What sections of society do women have it better than men? Is the patriarchy really to blame? Who is suffering the most? Men or women? Has feminism gone too far? What are the advantages and disadvantages of being male? Connect with George To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
In this episode of Ideas Digest, Konrad and Alice debate the topic of feminism is it a poison ruining democracy? or a necessary driving force for progress? Alice attempts to convert a feminist and Konrad mansplains why feminism is a problem, each are given 10 minutes to change a mind. Who will win? They debate; What is feminism, and why is it necessary in today's world? The different waves of feminism do we still need it? Does it go too far? Does feminism hate men? Is the gender pay gap real? Do men have it harder than women? The role of men in the feminist movement Are men the problem? Which group of men are the problem? Join Konrad and Alice as they engage in thought-provoking discussions, challenge societal norms, and encourage listeners to think critically about their own beliefs and values surrounding feminism. To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
In this episode of Ideas Digest, Konrad and Alice play a game called "Give Me 10 Minutes to Change Your Mind" on the topic of Andrew Tate, a controversial figure known for his problematic behaviour towards women and criminal allegations. We debate; What exactly did Andrew Tate do that was problematic towards women? Should we hold Andrew Tate accountable for his past criminal allegations, or is it possible for someone to change and redeem themselves? What positive qualities does Andrew Tate possess that make him an inspiration to some people? Who exactly is inspired by Andrew Tate and what is it that they see in him? Is there any truth to the claim that Andrew Tate is radicalising young boys and leading them down a dangerous path? Can we separate Andrew Tate's controversial behaviour from his ideas and beliefs, or are they inextricably linked? Is Andrew Tate truly a force for good or a dangerous influence on young people? How do we reconcile our own beliefs and values with those of Andrew Tate and his supporters? Is it possible for someone to appreciate Andrew Tate's positive qualities while still holding him accountable for his problematic behaviour? What should we do as a society when we encounter controversial figures like Andrew Tate who challenge our beliefs and values? Join Konrad and Alice as they navigate the complex and controversial world of Andrew Tate, and challenge listeners to think critically about their own beliefs and values. To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
In this episode I chat with Matt from The Man Cave an Australian organisation in schools doing workshops “redefining the journey into manhood”. We explore - Whats going "too far" in the gender debate? - What do kids think of Andrew Tate? - How do we talk about Tate? - How does an atheist find compassion? - Are men wired differently or socialised differently? - The Changing role of men in society - Have changes in society been good or bad? - Whats the solution to the bad outcomes for men? - How evolution is good but hard Connect with Matt - The Man Cave Support The Man Cave To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
Alice (Atheist) and Heather (mystic) see the world very differently, so this week we explore some of the similarities and differences they share, in the Idea Digest "Not a Debate". - What is the bible if NOT a literal text book? - What is the point of stories that are not "true" - Do we need myth? - Are Atheists missing the point? - What christian mystics don't understand - Why can't Jesus speak plainly - Is Christian 'myth' the best Konrad & Matt also hear from some of their future friends of the show (the haters) on youtube. Connect with Heather Heather's book Connect with Alice To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing I Was A Teenage Fundamentalist Podcast Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
In this episode I chat with new friend of the show Christian YouTube Everett Roeth About his journey from 'New Age' world of psychedelics and crystals to finding the one 'Truth' in conservative Christianity. We discuss- - Is Hinduism from the devil? - Is smoking weed demonic? - Real evil spirits - Demon Possession - How to cast out a Demon - Who is Bob Larson? - Is calling things demonic... a problem? Demon possession video (Bob Larson) Connect with Everett To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing I Was A Teenage Fundamentalist Podcast Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
In this week's episode of 'Ideas Digest', we chat with fully certified academic Hilary Mcbride. Hillary is respected psychologist, podcaster (The Liturgists, Other Peoples Problems) and Author. We discuss; - The problem with men - Is masculinity toxic? - How does masculinity harm men? - Why high numbers of men end their lives - Men and their emotions - The popularity of masculinity projected by Tate and Peterson - The story of gender and men In the extended super Ep version, Hilary answers the question "Does Biology or Culture determine the main differences between men and women? Connect with Hillary https://hillarylmcbride.com/ To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing I Was A Teenage Fundamentalist Podcast Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
In this episode we chat with returning friend of the show Billy, Matt's bro-in-law/ muso & fellow podcaster, we chat about his journey from being a pastor to living in Byron Bay questioning everything & exploring new ideas and lifestyles. We get real about the challenges he faced and the reasons why he left the ministry. And of course, we dive into the controversial stuff - psychedelics, open relationships, and the dangers of questioning everything. We discuss - The 'Churches' reaction to his first episode on Ideas Digest - What Billy thinks about his previous christian beliefs - Hear from Billy's christian 'haters' - Why he left - What he found in Byron Bay - Psychedelics - Open Relationships & monogamy - Is questioning everything dangerous? Connect with Billy https://www.billyottolive.com/ To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing Returning to Eden Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
Get ready for an exciting episode of the podcast where hosts Konrad and Matt go head-to-head in a battle of wits! They'll be trying to change someone's mind about the polarising figure Jordan Peterson. Fate has determined that Matt will be a Jordan Peterson advocate, while Konrad will be a Peterson skeptic. Both have done their research to find the best arguments they could find to support their respective positions. Will they be able to sway the opinions of their subjects in just 10 minutes? Tune in to find out in this thrilling episode of the podcast, where reason, good persuasion strategy, and thorough research collide. We discuss - - Can Jordan Peterson be trusted? - Where is he wrong? - Who needs him the most and why? - Is he racist? sexist? - Is he a genius? - Does he understand economics? - Is he really on your side? Critiques of Peterson Used https://jacobin.com/2020/04/jordan-peterson-capitalism-postmodernism-ideology https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/posteverything/wp/2018/06/04/jordan-peterson-needs-to-reconsider-the-lobster/ Jordan Peterson Gets Bill C-16 Wrong 3 Hours of arguments against Peterson Rebuttal to Above youtube video Interview where Peterson claims he is "evolutionary biologist" To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Quoir Publishing Returning to Eden Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
In this episode Konrad & Nath sit down with Youtuber Rich Jackson from the "Common Ground Conversations" a youtube channel featuring videos asking 'important but controversial questions' in order to promote respectful dialogue between people who disagree. We discuss; - Patronising ways to change someones mind - The abuse Rich experiences from "the left" (progressives) - How to talk to people who hate you because of what they think... YOU think - Who should have a right to protest? - What Andrew Tate, Jordan Peterson and Common Ground conversations have in common. - What ideas are beyond questioning? - What ideas/ people should not be 'platformed' - Ideology and belonging - Why men SHOULD apologies - We hear from Rich's haters - What if "seeking truth" causes more harm than good? - How many women should a man be in a relationship with? Videos referenced CGC Abortion debate video Connect with Common Ground Conversations Youtube Instagram To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Apostates Anonymous Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
In this episode I chat with Dr Dan Allender Professor of Counseling Psychology about abuse, trauma and religious organisations. Konrad asks the questions; Why do churches seem to be so full of hypocritical narcissistic leaders who abuse power? Why are we so attracted to these people? In this episode we explore; - How to interpret the Genesis creation poem. - Why we love watching church leaders fail. - Why church scandals never seem to end. - When trauma and religion mixes - The role of shame, power and control. - Why people abuse power. - Is shame good or a bad? - Why churches don't deal with trauma well. - What is Lust? - Why politics is toxic - Why we are attracted to narcissistic leaders - The role of religion and spirituality - The dangers of religion and cults Connect with Dr Dan Allender https://theallendercenter.org/about/team/dan-allender/ To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Apostates Anonymous Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
In this super ep Konrad speaks with Eastern Orthodox theologian and long time friend of the show Brad Jersak about the problems with religion and the downsides of deconstruction. We discuss- - How christianity is not like Christ - Why church is corrupted - Why people leave religion? - What is 'the age of deconstruction? - Is deconstructing from christianity necessary for everyone? - Does deconstruction lead to the 'radical left' - Do we need religion? - The problem with protestantism - the problem with Atheists - Why religious people believe in conspiracies - Is moral relativism good or bad? To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with Matthew Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Apostates Anonymous Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
In this BONUS episode Konrad brings together a progressive christian and a conservative christian in a dialogue... called "Hearing From the Haters". In the conservative corner we have Frank Holzhauser who is an Adventist Radio show Host from the bible belt of America. In the progressive corner we have Matthew J Distefano an Author and podcast from northern California. We discuss; - Their differences in theology - Who has a more right theology - Who is hurt by conservative theology - Who is hurt by progressive theology - LGBTQ and gay marriage - Why conservatives are judgemental - Why progressive christians are so woke To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with Matthew Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Heretics Happy Hour Podcast Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
Konrad chats with Youtuber & Podcaster Will from Renaissance of Men, a group that aims to help men find purpose and meaning in their lives. Is he a well meaning revolutionary mens activist? or Sexist, Homophobic Republican? We explore - Whats the problem with men? - The importance of the nuclear family - Feminism, is it good or bad? - How society has changed to leave behind men - Why women shouldn't vote - The proper role for Women & men in society - The politics of American Christians - What went wrong in American Christianity - What the bible says about women Connect with Will Spencer. Hear full uncut episodes and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/218354K2Ph7ewCzbVvGe0K --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
In this episode Konrad speaks with Ubud Manifestation and EFT Tapping coach Jennifer Harmony. We discuss; - How does manifestation work? - What spiritual beliefs are behind it? - Manifestation and conspiracy? - The subconscious mind and why we hate ourselves - Can you manifest heath and money? - Wisdom v intellect - The law of attraction - Manifestation and antivax The best of this world view - self empowerment The worst of this world view - conspiracy Connect with Jennifer Hear full uncut episodes and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/218354K2Ph7ewCzbVvGe0K More Links for Jennifer Website: https://jenniferharmony.com 5 Day Free Challenge: https://jenniferharmony.com/challenge YouTube (Over 100 free Tapping sessions): https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferharmony Instagram: Jennifer.Harmony --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
In this episode Konrad shares with Matt his journey exploring the idea of manifestation. How does it work? and where does this idea come from? We explore; - How do you manifest? - Can you heal yourself with your mind? - What is synchronicity? - What are Angel Numbers? - Is there a divine energy guiding your life? - Can you control your destiny? - Is the idea of manifesting helpful or harmful? - Manifestation and covid conspiracy Book explored Dr Wayne Dwyer's book I can see clearly Now Video 1: Naomi Rosenthai Video 2: Emma Williams Jennifer Harmony Tapping Manifestation (Paleo) Celebrity Chef Pete Evens Interview Hear full uncut episodes and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/218354K2Ph7ewCzbVvGe0K --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
Ex Pastor Matt reads a book that re-traumatises him a little. We explore; - Is hell real? - One man's person experience with Hell - Stories of people who have visited hell - The great devil deception - LSD and the hippy movement - The New World Order brought in buy Republicans - How do we not go there? - UFO & Aliens - Demonic Spirits - Kundalini Yoga - The evils of eastern mysticism The book To Hell and Back - Maurice S. Rawlings Hear full uncut episodes and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/https://open.spotify.com/artist/218354K2Ph7ewCzbVvGe0K --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
In a world of fake news and "alternative facts" who do we trust? and how do we speak with those on the other side of the culture war? First up, Konrad and Matt hear from some haters and then speak with Matthew from Ground News. A news aggregation platform that helps its readers identify the bias and agenda behind the news we consume. We discuss; - Should we even watch the news? - What is Bias? is bias bad? - How to spot Bias in news - Left right and Centre? what's the best? - What news should we trust? - How do you determine the right set of facts? - Are we idiots? or can we be trusted to know what's true?/not true? - How Ad revenue funding ruins news. - How to change someones mind - Who is responsible for the division in society? Check out with Ground News https://ground.news/ Hear full uncut episodes and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/218354K2Ph7ewCzbVvGe0K --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
Konrad and Matt explore the conspiracy hidden within Christianity about who is saved and who isn't! In this episode Matt dives into the idea of Christian Universalism, a dirty word in many christian churches... but could this idea change your life? We discuss; - What is Universalism? - How could all christianity gotten it so wrong? - Konrad meets Paul Washer - Is Rob Bell a universalist? - Will sexy clothing send you to hell? - Has mainstream christianity been wrong for hundreds of years? - Is there hell? - Who is saved? - How do we go to heaven? - Does it matter what you believe? - How does this idea change you? for better or for worse? Paul Washer sermon on hell and salvation clip Book: That all shall be saved - David Bentley Hart Hear full uncut episodes and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/218354K2Ph7ewCzbVvGe0K --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
For multi-generational friends of the show, we understand episodes over an hour can be time consuming. So here is the TLDR or my interview with Monica from Secular Pro-Life. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
Konrad gets triggered Konrad kicks off the show by confessing to Matt when he was recently triggered and got sucked into commenting on instagram by Melissa Dougherty Ideas Digest goes to war! Konrad creates his first enemy of the show. Going Deeper Konrad Interviews Monica from the organisation Secular Pro Life, we explore; - When does life begin? - How can an atheist be pro-life? - When does a foetus become a human being? - Should abortion be illegal? - Monica's journey into the abortion debate - The problem with abortion laws - Do abortion ban's actually work? - Is there any harm to women from these laws? - Is abortion murder? Support the show https://ideasdigest.supercast.com Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/218354K2Ph7ewCzbVvGe0K --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message
In this episode I speak with a christian who is Pro-choice. I speak with progressive christian YouTuber Brenda Marie Davies aka God is Grey about her views on abortion and her personal experience about the topic. We explore - - Why men should care about abortion access. - When does 'life' begin? what does that mean? - How the human soul works - How can you be christian and pro-life - what its like to have an abortion - why women have abortions - Abortion and politics - the practical reality of abortion bans - why abortion bans are ineffective and cause harm - What does the bible say about abortion? - Who has less abortions progressive states (California) conservative states (Texas)? - What makes more money, abortion or adoption Connect with Brenda God is Grey Brenda v Lila Rose debate referenced Support the show https://ideasdigest.supercast.com Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/218354K2Ph7ewCzbVvGe0K
In this episode Konrad explores the dangerous front lines of the abortion debate by exploring the popular pro-life book Unplanned. We explore; - Abby's (the author of the books) journey from pro-choice to pro-life - The most powerful pro-life arguments - The political landscape of the debate - The cultural landscape the debate - Did this book change Konrad & Matt's perspective on anything? - The ethical implications of the pro-life world view - Religion & pro-life - Legal implications of the pro-life stance The book - Unplanned Support the show https://ideasdigest.supercast.com Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/218354K2Ph7ewCzbVvGe0K
Matt & Konrad explore the idea of prayer and how it works (if it does in fact work)... In this episode we explore - Konrad's prayer he's not sure god answered... - Pr Matt and his old ways of healing prayers - Does "God" answer prayers - What kind of "god" answers or does not answer prayers - profound unexplainable prayer stories - A new definition of "god" and "prayer" Book discussed Power of Prayer - Larry Dossey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/218354K2Ph7ewCzbVvGe0K
Konrad chats with the host of the podcast Conspirituality Derek about wellness influencers and how we get sucked into their lies. We discuss - How to make a guru - The growing wellness influencer movement - Tactics influencers use to make money - The wellness to conspiracy pathway - Why we fall for conspiracy theories - How do we know what is true? - How Antivaxxers bridge the political divide - The challenge of communication and social media - Spiritual practices as an Atheist - The problem of Big Pharma and Americas healthcare system Connect with Derek Support the show get access to bonus content Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/218354K2Ph7ewCzbVvGe0K
This week Konrad and Matt catch for a PLUS exclusive episode and explore some of the recent episodes along with new controversies on the front lines of the culture war this week. We discuss; - The problem with progressive christians - Konrad's instagram feud with @biblicalandreformed - The Manly rugby jersey controversy - Why conservatives don't support LGBTQ+ equality - The best of the anti-woke movement - Discuss potential future topics to explore Support the show get access to bonus content https://ideasdigest.supercast.com/ Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/218354K2Ph7ewCzbVvGe0K
Konrad chats with film maker Helen Rollins in Belfast about how much we can know ourselves and what the hell is psychoanalysis. We discuss; - Who the hell am "I" - What we are missing in life - You will never be whole and complete - Why we are so politically divided - Repression and how not to 'sin' - Why you believe in conspiracy theories - We are not in control of our own lives - The art of desire Connect with Helen https://www.magiciansniece.com Support the show get access to bonus content https://ideasdigest.supercast.com/ Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/218354K2Ph7ewCzbVvGe0K
In this episode I catch up with long-time friend of the show Keith Giles and explore some of the concepts of his new book. We discuss - Certainty - Deconstruction - What you can/cannot know about God - Why you don't know anything and can't trust yourself - Where christianity goes wrong - Having sex with god? - Doubt is real faith - Reconstructing a belief in God Connect with Keith His new book Keiths Blog Support the show get access to bonus content https://ideasdigest.supercast.com/ Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://www.instagram.com/ideasdigest/ https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/218354K2Ph7ewCzbVvGe0K
Konrad catches up with longtime friend of the show Peter Rollins in his home town of Belfast Northern Ireland after Pete's yearly event called 'Wake'. - The God you REALLY believe in - Christians don't take the death of God seriously - Religion of instagram - How to be happy - What is 'sin' - What is 'grace' - The problem with Hillsong - Why we are all religion - What Christians really believe - What is Pyro Theology Connect with Peter https://peterrollins.com Support the show get access to bonus content https://ideasdigest.supercast.com/ Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://www.instagram.com/ideasdigest/ https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/218354K2Ph7ewCzbVvGe0K
Konrad chats with YouTuber Debunk the Funk about COVID, Science & Misinformation. We discuss; - How to navigate misinformation - Anti-Vax v pro-vax - Tactics used to create an anti-vaxxer - The problem with science - The problem with big Pharma - Can science be trusted? - Can you really "do your own research"? - Who can you trust? - Trusting science OR yourself - Your personal bias' - How much does a scientist earn - Is Anthony Fauci from the Devil? - Robert F Kennedy, hero or deluded? - Ivermectin and other covid treatments. Previous episode exploring the book The Real Anthony Fauci https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ideas-digest/id1456290043 Connect with Dr Wilson https://www.youtube.com/c/DebunktheFunkwithDrWilson Support the show https://ideasdigest.supercast.com/ Plus subscribers will also get access to bonus content. Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://www.instagram.com/ideasdigest/ https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
Konrad & Matt, uncut chat chat with Ex Hillsong & Youth Alive staffer Dave, on why he joined & why he left. In this episode Konrad & Matt dive into the good the bad but mostly the ugly behind mega churches like Hillsong. We explore; - Why does someone join Hillsong? - What is toxic about Hillsong? - Is it all so bad? - Who is to blame? - What God does Hillsong truly worship? - Mega churches & capitalism - Celebrity & slavery (service) in the mega-church Connect with Dave https://www.rsh.org.au/our-stories Support the show Hear the complete UNCUT episode & support the show by signing up https://ideasdigest.supercast.com/ Plus subscribers will also get access to bonus content. Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://www.instagram.com/ideasdigest/ https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
In this episode Konrad and Matt explore the phenomenon of near death experiences. Matt tells us the story of Anita Moornjani (from her book Dying To Be Me) , her near death experience and miraculous healing from cancer. We discuss; - Near death experiences (or NDE's), are they "real" - Can you literally be healed from cancer by "energy" - Is there a heaven or hell? - What happens after you die? - Is "love" that powerful? - Is "God" "love"? - How does this world view help you? - How might believing in an after life hurt you? The book https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/12291050-dying-to-be-me Support the show Hear the complete UNCUT episode & support the show by signing up https://ideasdigest.supercast.com/ Plus subscribers will also get access to bonus content. Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://www.instagram.com/ideasdigest/ https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
Konrad and Matt try on a new idea and see how it fits. Understanding COVID-19 Conspiracy theories. In order to understand the 'Anti-Vax' movement around him, Konrad read the wildly popular book "The Real Anthony Faucci: Bill Gates, Big Pharma & the Global War on Democracy and Public Health" by Robert F Kennedy. In this episode we discuss; - Understanding conspiracy - Is Anthony Faucci the devil? - Is the Vaccine harmful? - Is COVID-19 a global conspiracy? - Why do people think this? - Konrad & Matt's emotional response to the book - Understanding Anti-vax & Pro Vax positions. - The role of religion in conspiracy. A healthy dose of DEBUNK links Debunk the Funk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_r7KZIVTH1Y Conspirituality Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/conspirituality/id1515827446 Decoding the Guru's https://pca.st/episode/9d922875-6569-44f9-ad1e-e1627317c9b7 Support the show https://ideasdigest.supercast.com/ Plus subscribers will also get access to bonus content. Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://www.instagram.com/ideasdigest/ https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
This week Konrad & Matt discuss what is dividing us this week; - Abortion - The Australian Election Konrad chats with long time friend of the show Brian Mclaren about why religion sucks at politics. We discuss - Jesus & politics - The problem of christian politics - How can we see our bias - What is the antidote to Bias - Social justice and christianity. To hear the interview with Brian in full become a plus subscriber by heading to https://ideasdigest.supercast.com/ Plus subscribers will also get access to bonus content. This week Konrad and Matt react to Brians ideas exploring where it works and where it doesn't. Connect with Brian Mclaren https://brianmclaren.net/ Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://www.instagram.com/ideasdigest/ https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
Each week we release bonus content for the Super Friends of the show. Here is a small sample of one bonus episode released in the lead up to the Australian Election. Konrad, Christian & Alice discuss some idealistic silver bullet solutions to the problem of politics in America and Australia today. To hear the episode in full and support the show, click HERE Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram https://www.instagram.com/ideasdigest/ https://twitter.com/ideas_digest Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Music: Lawson Hull https://www.instagram.com/lawsonhull/
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