<![CDATA[Pulling Threads]]>Sun, 05 Mar 2023 15:30:07 +0000Captivate.fmPulling Threadshttps://artwork.captivate.fm/fd4f9285-8291-40a5-b44f-855a73de7791/sVj030nTnqg3NURY8omrViDG.pngPulling ThreadsPulling ThreadsPulling ThreadsEach episode of Pulling Threads is a conversation about what happens when we start tugging at the threads of our metaphorical sweaters, the sweaters that compose our various belief systems. By discussing the journey of deconstructing our worldviews, we hope to create a safe place for our listeners and maybe even connect with each other through our common threads.https://pullingthreads.captivate.fmyesepisodicFinale for NowFinale for NowThis is the last thread...for now.

Join Cliff, Megan, and Nathan for some final thoughts on Pulling Threads: where we are now; what have we learned; where are we headed.

Thanks for listening.

]]>This is the last thread...for now.

Join Cliff, Megan, and Nathan for some final thoughts on Pulling Threads: where we are now; what have we learned; where are we headed.

Thanks for listening.

]]>7319b034-ead1-44f7-89d0-e2ece5496207Sun, 05 Mar 2023 09:30:00 -060056:11yesfull27Pulling ThreadsThe Floppy Disk: Jeff's SweaterThe Floppy Disk: Jeff's SweaterWhen Jeff's parents find a certain floppy disk in his closet, it's time for the whole family to get more serious about the faith. Gaining friendship in the youth group and getting slain in the spirit opened Jeff's eyes to a more real faith, at least for a while. Join us for Jeff's journey as he explores what it's like to come to terms with personal identity and personal faith.

Common Threads: LGBTQ+, Family, Pentecostal

Podcast Pairings (TM):Coming Soon

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>When Jeff's parents find a certain floppy disk in his closet, it's time for the whole family to get more serious about the faith. Gaining friendship in the youth group and getting slain in the spirit opened Jeff's eyes to a more real faith, at least for a while. Join us for Jeff's journey as he explores what it's like to come to terms with personal identity and personal faith.

Common Threads: LGBTQ+, Family, Pentecostal

Podcast Pairings (TM):Coming Soon

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>8b824bfa-a095-4583-87bd-6beeb4c5eef6Sun, 06 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -060048:19yesfull26Pulling ThreadsFamily Ties: Amber's SweaterFamily Ties: Amber's SweaterFamily dynamics and faith take center stage in this week's episode. We'll hear about how Amber's family relationships helped her grow and start to see her faith in a new light.

Common Threads: Family, Siblings, LGBTQIA,

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode can best be enjoyed with a Cherry Coke and Cool Ranch Doritos.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>Family dynamics and faith take center stage in this week's episode. We'll hear about how Amber's family relationships helped her grow and start to see her faith in a new light.

Common Threads: Family, Siblings, LGBTQIA,

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode can best be enjoyed with a Cherry Coke and Cool Ranch Doritos.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>aa0c467b-1eb8-4185-aa33-1b5642c64724Sun, 30 Jan 2022 14:15:00 -060001:10:01yesfull25Pulling ThreadsThere's So Much Freedom to be Had: Becky's SweaterThere's So Much Freedom to be Had: Becky's SweaterSpending her early life hiding her true emotions sent Becky on a journey of self-discovery, therapy, and ultimately, healing. Join us as Becky shares how she came to realize that she deserved to have a say in her own life.

Common Threads: Mental Health, Feelings, Therapy, Spirituality, 12 Step Program

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with some good coffee and a cinnamon roll.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>Spending her early life hiding her true emotions sent Becky on a journey of self-discovery, therapy, and ultimately, healing. Join us as Becky shares how she came to realize that she deserved to have a say in her own life.

Common Threads: Mental Health, Feelings, Therapy, Spirituality, 12 Step Program

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with some good coffee and a cinnamon roll.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>1ce6903d-047a-4534-b43b-e59851dc685dSun, 23 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -060044:50yesfull24Pulling ThreadsHoliday HiatusHoliday HiatusHo! Ho! Ho! It's time for a little holiday hiatus.

Whether it's baking, hanging with family, or possibly even Netflix and chilling, we hope you take some time to rest, relax, and restore for a few weeks. See you in the new year to wrap up Season 2!

]]>Ho! Ho! Ho! It's time for a little holiday hiatus.

Whether it's baking, hanging with family, or possibly even Netflix and chilling, we hope you take some time to rest, relax, and restore for a few weeks. See you in the new year to wrap up Season 2!

]]>8bd6b4b3-1651-4641-80ce-ef33b677c3f0Sun, 19 Dec 2021 09:00:00 -060003:12yesbonusPulling ThreadsAm I a Bad Person? Heather's SweaterAm I a Bad Person? Heather's SweaterGrowing up in a loving home, Heather enjoyed life with her friends and family. But as she started searching for answers and acceptance in the local church, she began to feel a sense of guilt that hadn't registered before. Was she a bad person?

Join us this week, as Heather shares how she came to understand her own faith and beliefs apart from organized religion.

Common Threads: Family, Humanism, Goodness, Higher Power, Karma

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with anything alcoholic.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>Growing up in a loving home, Heather enjoyed life with her friends and family. But as she started searching for answers and acceptance in the local church, she began to feel a sense of guilt that hadn't registered before. Was she a bad person?

Join us this week, as Heather shares how she came to understand her own faith and beliefs apart from organized religion.

Common Threads: Family, Humanism, Goodness, Higher Power, Karma

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with anything alcoholic.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>d0c43cb2-131a-4010-99a0-b1c3d4ccf9feSun, 12 Dec 2021 14:15:00 -060053:15yesfull23Pulling ThreadsBaby's First Atheist: Jake's SweaterBaby's First Atheist: Jake's SweaterWhat do homeschool, Bible Quiz, and YouTube have in common? Meet Jake the Atheist. There's no denying that the term atheist often has a negative connotation, but Jake is here to offer a different perspective.

Former home-schooled fundamentalist, Jake's fervor for his faith led to questions with no easy answers. A YouTube video sparked a search for truth that he's continuing on his own YouTube channel today.

Join us this week for Jake's Episode.

Common Threads: Home School, YouTube, Atheism, The Bible

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with a cold beer and good old-fashioned cheeseburger.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>What do homeschool, Bible Quiz, and YouTube have in common? Meet Jake the Atheist. There's no denying that the term atheist often has a negative connotation, but Jake is here to offer a different perspective.

Former home-schooled fundamentalist, Jake's fervor for his faith led to questions with no easy answers. A YouTube video sparked a search for truth that he's continuing on his own YouTube channel today.

Join us this week for Jake's Episode.

Common Threads: Home School, YouTube, Atheism, The Bible

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with a cold beer and good old-fashioned cheeseburger.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>95f63498-cfff-47a2-a446-f1a36c561611Sun, 05 Dec 2021 09:30:00 -060054:35yesfull22Pulling ThreadsIt's All Arbitrary: Stephanie's SweaterIt's All Arbitrary: Stephanie's SweaterGrowing up in an alcoholic home, Stephanie craved structure, rules, and belonging. So, what she found in the church was initially a cozy and reassuring sweater. But as the years passed, Stephanie realized that putting others on a spiritual pedestal, was creating yet another unhealthy atmosphere.

What happens when you've spent your life trusting other people rather than yourself? Join us this week for Stephanie's episode.

Common Threads: Mental Health, Alcoholism, Politics, Therapy

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with some leftover pumpkin roll and a homemade latte.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>Growing up in an alcoholic home, Stephanie craved structure, rules, and belonging. So, what she found in the church was initially a cozy and reassuring sweater. But as the years passed, Stephanie realized that putting others on a spiritual pedestal, was creating yet another unhealthy atmosphere.

What happens when you've spent your life trusting other people rather than yourself? Join us this week for Stephanie's episode.

Common Threads: Mental Health, Alcoholism, Politics, Therapy

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with some leftover pumpkin roll and a homemade latte.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>32283348-0164-454f-8ed6-381f197a8d51Sun, 28 Nov 2021 09:30:00 -060001:05:04yesfull21Pulling ThreadsRemnants: NathanRemnants: NathanJoin us during our break as we reflect on some remnants from season 1. Season 2 coming November 28th.

]]>Join us during our break as we reflect on some remnants from season 1. Season 2 coming November 28th.

]]>b5151a8c-98d9-4381-9c78-69bc89634c60Sun, 21 Nov 2021 09:15:00 -060013:51yesbonusPulling ThreadsRemnants: MeganRemnants: MeganJoin us during our break as we reflect on some remnants from season 1. Season 2 coming November 28th.

]]>Join us during our break as we reflect on some remnants from season 1. Season 2 coming November 28th.

]]>9eb2206b-7883-4a63-a90a-22d200e028acSun, 14 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -060011:55yesbonusPulling ThreadsRemnants: CliffRemnants: CliffJoin us during our break as we reflect on some remnants from season 1. Season 2 coming November 28th.

]]>Join us during our break as we reflect on some remnants from season 1. Season 2 coming November 28th.

]]>faf9e073-1dfe-484c-b951-6ad849e8c1b0Sun, 07 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -060013:28yesbonusPulling ThreadsThe Church Kid: Carter's SweaterThe Church Kid: Carter's SweaterWhen you're considered a "church kid," you can have a lot of responsibilities: learning, teaching, leading, music. But what happens when your responsibility to truth becomes greater than your responsibility to your religion? Join us for Carter's sweater.

Common Threads: Church of Christ, Atheism, Marriage, Intellectualism, Church Kid

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with some Oreos and milk.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>When you're considered a "church kid," you can have a lot of responsibilities: learning, teaching, leading, music. But what happens when your responsibility to truth becomes greater than your responsibility to your religion? Join us for Carter's sweater.

Common Threads: Church of Christ, Atheism, Marriage, Intellectualism, Church Kid

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with some Oreos and milk.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>3b91636d-bb4e-4bf3-aa7c-2a1d48162308Sun, 10 Oct 2021 09:45:00 -060055:23yesfull19Pulling ThreadsYou're Already There: Carleigh & Daniel's SweatersYou're Already There: Carleigh & Daniel's SweatersWhen two young kids grow up thinking that they'll never measure up, it takes time and healing before they realize they're already there. On a journey through self-doubt and the treacherous waters of purity culture, two travelers end up finding each other on the road to redemption.

Common Threads: Purity Culture, Adoption, Anxiety, Marriage, Redemption Stories

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with some Bloody Marys.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>When two young kids grow up thinking that they'll never measure up, it takes time and healing before they realize they're already there. On a journey through self-doubt and the treacherous waters of purity culture, two travelers end up finding each other on the road to redemption.

Common Threads: Purity Culture, Adoption, Anxiety, Marriage, Redemption Stories

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with some Bloody Marys.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>8e04dee3-e1ea-4753-ba13-46e44d00feacSun, 03 Oct 2021 09:55:00 -060052:38yesfull18Pulling ThreadsThe Family that Deconstructs Together: Sean & Juli's SweaterThe Family that Deconstructs Together: Sean & Juli's SweaterBeing ordained as a teenager, having a minister for a dad, going to Bible college, losing your mom to cancer...all of these things contributed to the pulling of threads for Sean and Juli. Join us this week as we hear from the Cooleys. They'll share what it's like to deconstruct as individuals and as a family.

Common Threads: Family, Parenting, Southern Baptist, Christian college

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with boxed wine & Cheezits or craft beer and pretzels.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>Being ordained as a teenager, having a minister for a dad, going to Bible college, losing your mom to cancer...all of these things contributed to the pulling of threads for Sean and Juli. Join us this week as we hear from the Cooleys. They'll share what it's like to deconstruct as individuals and as a family.

Common Threads: Family, Parenting, Southern Baptist, Christian college

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with boxed wine & Cheezits or craft beer and pretzels.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>e55e9dfa-66ae-467c-a25a-81cb1eab6411Sun, 26 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -060042:15yesfull17Pulling ThreadsThe Music ThreadThe Music ThreadJoin us this week as we pause for a musical interlude if you will. Music has been a huge thread in each of our sweaters, so this week, we're breaking down some of the songs that helped shape us, for better or for worse.

Common Threads: Music, Personal Revelations

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with your favorite 90s sip and snack.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>Join us this week as we pause for a musical interlude if you will. Music has been a huge thread in each of our sweaters, so this week, we're breaking down some of the songs that helped shape us, for better or for worse.

Common Threads: Music, Personal Revelations

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with your favorite 90s sip and snack.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>e9e499fc-e494-44d4-b292-9b0958f674baSun, 19 Sep 2021 03:00:00 -060001:08:48yesfull16Pulling ThreadsFor the Love: Jeff's SweaterFor the Love: Jeff's SweaterWhen a glam rocker, champion weight-lifter turned police officer starts a family, his world gets changed forever. In today's episode, we learn how one man decided to choose love over his religious beliefs.

Common Threads: Parenting, Music, Family, Kids, LGBTQ+

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with donuts and coffee.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>When a glam rocker, champion weight-lifter turned police officer starts a family, his world gets changed forever. In today's episode, we learn how one man decided to choose love over his religious beliefs.

Common Threads: Parenting, Music, Family, Kids, LGBTQ+

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with donuts and coffee.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>e79215d6-0a2c-415f-988d-a46d6f02a495Sun, 12 Sep 2021 10:10:00 -060056:56yesfull5Pulling ThreadsWhere are the Marginalized? Kara's SweaterWhere are the Marginalized? Kara's SweaterWhen a southern beauty queen traverses the path before her, she ends up circling back, trying the path again, and ultimately choosing a new one. Kara's journey explores what it's like to come to terms with small town ideas. When reality doesn't match everything she's been taught, she's forced to expand her perspective.

Common Threads: Divorce, LGBTQ+, Interfaith family, Small Town, Christianity

Podcast Pairings (TM):This week's episode is best enjoyed with red wine and chocolate.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>When a southern beauty queen traverses the path before her, she ends up circling back, trying the path again, and ultimately choosing a new one. Kara's journey explores what it's like to come to terms with small town ideas. When reality doesn't match everything she's been taught, she's forced to expand her perspective.

Common Threads: Divorce, LGBTQ+, Interfaith family, Small Town, Christianity

Podcast Pairings (TM):This week's episode is best enjoyed with red wine and chocolate.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>ad51cfb3-e70c-4f81-8272-adea72424134Sun, 05 Sep 2021 10:15:00 -060001:07:07nofull14Pulling ThreadsThe Perfectionist: Megan's SweaterThe Perfectionist: Megan's SweaterWhen a stubborn little kid finally decides to become a Christian, she's all in. In this week's episode, Megan shares what it was like when a tendency for perfectionism blended with faith, eating, dating, and all the other joys of young adult life.

Common Threads: Southern Baptist, Eating Disorders, Perfectionism, Music, Youth Ministry, Universalism, Interfaith Relationships

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with a spicy margarita and a homemade pizza.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>When a stubborn little kid finally decides to become a Christian, she's all in. In this week's episode, Megan shares what it was like when a tendency for perfectionism blended with faith, eating, dating, and all the other joys of young adult life.

Common Threads: Southern Baptist, Eating Disorders, Perfectionism, Music, Youth Ministry, Universalism, Interfaith Relationships

Podcast Pairings(TM): This week's episode is best enjoyed with a spicy margarita and a homemade pizza.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>89c228ca-0ef5-4f86-ba5e-53a3d33fd147Sun, 29 Aug 2021 10:25:00 -060045:35yesfull13Pulling ThreadsThe Contract: Nathan's SweaterThe Contract: Nathan's SweaterWhat happens when a Southern Baptist preacher's kid decides he doesn't want a piece of the family business after all? Join us this week for Nathan's episode. We'll hear about embarrassing youth group memories, being asked to sign arbitrary contracts, and life on the mission field.

Common Threads: Southern Baptist, Preacher's Kid, Missionaries, Theology

Podcast Pairings(TM): Bourbon with an IPA chaser and a loaded baked potato!

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>What happens when a Southern Baptist preacher's kid decides he doesn't want a piece of the family business after all? Join us this week for Nathan's episode. We'll hear about embarrassing youth group memories, being asked to sign arbitrary contracts, and life on the mission field.

Common Threads: Southern Baptist, Preacher's Kid, Missionaries, Theology

Podcast Pairings(TM): Bourbon with an IPA chaser and a loaded baked potato!

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>96ab226e-4340-4a24-8944-5bca244b603aSun, 22 Aug 2021 10:36:00 -060001:01:46yesfull12Pulling ThreadsThe Text: Cliff's SweaterThe Text: Cliff's SweaterIn today's episode, we find out why Cliff wore a huge wooden cross around his neck as a teen, and what it's like to spend 39 years trying to hide in plain sight. We'll also learn how one text led to both freedom and this podcast. Join us for our first episode of Pulling Threads.

Common Threads: LGBTQ+, Catholicism, Coming Out

Podcast Pairings: This episode pairs well with mac & cheese, wine, and a hanky.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>In today's episode, we find out why Cliff wore a huge wooden cross around his neck as a teen, and what it's like to spend 39 years trying to hide in plain sight. We'll also learn how one text led to both freedom and this podcast. Join us for our first episode of Pulling Threads.

Common Threads: LGBTQ+, Catholicism, Coming Out

Podcast Pairings: This episode pairs well with mac & cheese, wine, and a hanky.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>afac0e40-6721-4e33-9a73-372156ceb2c1Sun, 15 Aug 2021 12:35:00 -060001:29:03yesfull11Pulling ThreadsHow's your sweater?How's your sweater?Get a sneak peak into our podcast, Pulling Threads. Join hosts Cliff, Megan, and Nathan as they explore what happens when we start tugging at the threads of our our belief systems.

This teaser pairs well with Hot Cheetos and Kombucha.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>Get a sneak peak into our podcast, Pulling Threads. Join hosts Cliff, Megan, and Nathan as they explore what happens when we start tugging at the threads of our our belief systems.

This teaser pairs well with Hot Cheetos and Kombucha.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They do not reflect the opinions or views of their employers.

]]>278b04bd-dd8d-4bed-9636-36527255a98cSun, 08 Aug 2021 09:45:00 -060009:46notrailer1Pulling Threads