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Where Are We Going? 3 - Talking About Jesus Without the Church

What does it mean to talk about Jesus with the structure of the institutional church? On this episode Jason Wiedel talks with Scott and Brad from the Outsiders Podcast, Jay McNeal, and Tony Kriz about the changing culture, new forms of church and what happens when we don't go to Sunday morning services.

Scott Matkovich & Brad Gross - Outsiders Podcast

Jay McNeal - Clergy for Hire

Tony Kriz

Innovations - Micky ScottBey Jones Extended Interview

This is an extended version of the interview with Micky ScottBey Jones included in the "Racism & Christianity" episode. Now you can hear more of Micky's incredibly insightful thoughts on race, the church, and the things we can be doing to bring healing.

Film Matters Show 2 - Star Wars

Star Wars has become a part of culture in a way that no other film franchise has. Whether or not you are a fan, you will appreciate the discussion of the philosophical and religious themes present in Star Wars. Dan Zehr and Cory Clubb from the Coffee with Kenobi podcast join Jason Wiedel for this episode. Dan and Cory's regular examination of the ongoing Star Wars saga has become extremely popular among Star Wars fans.

Keep up with Star Wars news and listen to episodes of Coffee with Kenobi here.

Follow them on Twitter @CoffeeWithKenobi.

Where Are We Going? 2 - Racism & Christianity

Conversations about racism are very important in America right now. Sometimes it is very difficult to know how we, as Christians, should be talking about race. What should we be saying? What should we be doing?

In this episode Jason Wiedel talks to Micky ScotBey Jones, Dr. William Barber, and David Bailey who have all been active to heal racial problems is different ways. The conversations are challenging and eye opening.

Learn more about the work of our contributors here.

Micky ScotBey Jones

Dr. William Barber

David Bailey

Jason Wiedel

Innovations - Brain Zahnd Extended Interview

Do you want to hear more from Pastor Brian Zahnd? This is the extended version of the interview featured on the Peace & Nonviolence episode. Pastor Zahnd is amazingly insightful and extremely interesting.

Where Are We Going? 1 - Peace & Nonviolence

Brian Zahnd, Benjamin L Cory, Raborn Johnson, Mike Martin, and John Dear discuss Christian nonviolence with Jason Wiedel.

Being peacemakers in a world filled with conflict is very difficult. In this episode we discuss what Jesus' teaching and example reveal to us about nonviolence. We also talk about war, capital punishment, guns, nuclear weapons, and theology. This topic might make you mad, but it might also challenge you to live as a peacemaker.

See more about the contributors to this episode.

Jason Wiedel

Brian Zahnd

Raborn Johnson

Mike Martin

John Dear

Benjamin L. Cory

Film Matters Show 1 - Snowpiercer

The Discussion Panel consisting of Jason Wiedel, Kevin Miller, Chris Williams, and Terry Cranford-Smith discuss the film Snowpiercer. Snowpiercer was a very limited released in 2013. It is directed by Bong Joon-ho and stars Chris Evans, Kang-ho Song, and Tilda Swinton.

This film carries an explicit message about class, privilege, and the structuring of society. We discuss these themes in addition to some spiritual ideas present in the film.

Snowpiercer is rated R for language and violence. Although it can stir important conversations, this film is not appropriate for all viewers.

Kevin Miller is a filmaker who is best known for the documentary Hellbound?, which examines the Christian ideas of hell. Read more here.

Chris Williams is a film critic in Michigan. See his work at Local Celebs Magazine, chrisicisms.com, and look for his podcast called It's My Favorite.

Jason Wiedel is the author of Persecution Complex. He also writes at JasonWiedel.com. Jason is the host of most of the podcasts at MediaScorchPodcasts.com.