Najlepsze podcasty z kategorii: Simple Times (2025)

Welcome to this year's Christmas special! And boy, do we have a show for you! Kicking it off we have Paddy McNett opening the show with a special poem. Then, we give a Christmas-inspired regular podcast episode. You know, the kind of episode that you're used to from us with plenty of fun content. And lastly, stick around to the very end of the epis…

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ST63: Do Not Bear False Witness (Ten Commandments Series) 27:07

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AJ and Nijay continue their Ten Commandments series: Do Not Bear False Witness/Do Not Lie. Support the showAutor: A.J. Swoboda & Nijay K.Gupta

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ST62: Do Not Steal (Ten Commandments Series) 29:18

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AJ and Nijay continue their Ten Commandments series with "Do Not Steal." Support the showAutor: A.J. Swoboda & Nijay K.Gupta

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Simple Sessions: Don't Drink The Kool-Aid | The Story of Rev. Jim Jones 1:30:02

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On this Simple Sessions, Marcelo and Andrew take a deep look into the history of the American cult leader and mass murderer known as Reverend Jim Jones. Jim Jones is the man responsible for the mass-murder suicide that claimed the lives of 909 people. How did he manage to do that, you ask? Well listen in as Marcelo and Andrew provide details of the…

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ST61: Do Not Commit Adultery (Ten Commandments Series) 29:52

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*Explicit Conversation Warning* AJ and Nijay continue their conversation about the Ten Commandments and practicing Slow Theology. They use the language of sex and lust frequently in this episode, so be mindful of who is listening. Support the showAutor: A.J. Swoboda & Nijay K.Gupta

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The Magic of Awareness (Live talk) 1:21:52

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Send us a text This talk is a discussion of Anam Thubten's books the Magic of Awareness and No Self, No Problem. It covers developing awareness and finding enlightenment in our everyday lives. Recorded from a live talk presented on 8 April 2024 at that Kagyu Samye Dzong Buddhist centre, Johannesburg. As this is a live talk, audience participation m…

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ST60: Cultivating Poverty of Spirit 30:54

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Nijay and AJ interrupt their Ten Commandments series to offer a one-off discussion of the problem of spiritual pride; Western Christians today need to cultivate a "poverty of spirit," a deep realization and ownership of our personal neediness, incompleteness, and brokenness. Support the showAutor: A.J. Swoboda & Nijay K.Gupta

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ST59: Do Not Murder (Ten Commandments Series) 30:54

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AJ and Nijay continue with the sixth commandment, "Do not murder." Now, at first glance that seems like an easy thing, but Scripture and Christian theology have a lot to say, not only about the evil of ending life, but also about the responsibility of protecting and blessing life. Explore this important subject further and listen in. Support the sh…

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Episode 32 - A Couple of Jack-O-Lanterns Actin' a Ghoul 2:40:12

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We're sorry we've been away for nearly two months, so we're coming back with an extra long episode! On this slightly-Halloween-inspired episode, we have a few special treats for you, including Andrew taking a trip once again into Jefe's House of Horrors! But of course, we bring to you the same old usual segments including Jokes with Jefe, Simple Ti…

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Rescue Remedy: embracing insight meditation in times of stress (Live talk February 2023) 1:19:13

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Send us a text In these increasingly busy and chaotic times, insight meditation can lead us to inner freedom. In this talk, we'll explore the concept of insight meditation and I'll share a simple practice suitable for both beginners and more advanced meditators. Recorded from a live talk presented on 20 February 2023 at that Kagyu Samye Dzong Buddh…

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ST58: Honoring Your Father and Your Mother (Ten Commandments Series) 23:06

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AJ and Nijay dive into the commandment to "honor your father and your mother." What does this mean? Not just for children, but for adults as well? In a time where there is generational conflict over politics, this could be a very urgent message for healing divides today. Support the showAutor: A.J. Swoboda & Nijay K.Gupta

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ST57: Remembering the Sabbath (Ten Commandments Series) 36:04

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AJ and Nijay continue their Ten Commandments series; this time: Remember the Sabbath. Much of their discussion derives from insights from AJs bestselling book SUBVERSIVE SABBATH. Support the showAutor: A.J. Swoboda & Nijay K.Gupta

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ST56: Honoring God's Name (A Ten Commandments Podcast Series) 27:03

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We often think that not taking the Lord's name in vain means not blurting out "Jesus Christ!" Or "God d*** it!" It's good to respect God's name, but this commandment is far deeper and more pervasively important than watching your tongue when you stub your toe. Check out AJ and Nijay's discussion about what it means to honor God's name in our words …

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ST55: No Other God, No Idols (A Ten Commandments Podcast Series) 35:23

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AJ and Nijay get into the the first set of commandments, which form the fountainhead for the rest: singular allegiance to YHWH and rejection of idols. The Ten Commandments is much more than a list of don'ts, it is a mini-theology, pointing to a rich life within the healthy boundaries God has established for image-bearing creatures. Support the show…

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Episode 31 - An Independent Redemption 1:14:57

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Today we do our very best to redeem ourselves from the poor audio quality from the previous episode, and we believe we succeed in doing so! You won't be let down! On this episode we have Simple Shoutouts, a FakeAd, History with Jefe, and so much more! Also, does Paddy, from St. Patrick's Day special, make an appearance on this episode? You'll have …

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ST54: "I am YHWH, your God...": Introducing a Ten Commandments Podcast Series 26:34

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Slow Theology is excited to introduce a new series on the Ten Commandments (10C). Join AJ and Nijay as they process this foundation text in Scripture and how it forms our spirituality, theology, ethics, and life together. In this first episode they introduce the background and context of the 10C, and discuss the prescript statement, "I am YHWH, you…

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ST53: Emotionally Navigating News about "Church Evil" 29:16

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It's all too easy to doomscroll news about "church evil," the harrowing revelations regarding issues of abuse and corruption in Christian communities. In the past, AJ and Nijay have discussed the theological, moral, and philosophical implications of this dark reality coming to light, but in this new episode they discuss the emotional textures of fa…

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ST52: Choosing Carefully Your "Confessors" and Confidants 22:18

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Do you have people in your life that you can share your darker struggles with, and confess your sins to? AJ and Nijay talk about being very selective and careful about finding your "confessors" and confidants; people that are not only safe, but also wise and care about your faith and relationship with Jesus. Support the show…

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Simple Sessions: The Anatomy of a Pop Punk Christian Band | Nate Leathers 1:39:40

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For those of you who weren't aware, Andrew was a drummer in the band Suckerpunch 405. On this Simple Sessions, Andrew interviews his friend and frontman of the band, Nate Leathers! Listen in as they dive deep into the discussion about the early days of the band, what kept them going, and what the future of the band looks like from the perspective o…

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ST51: Ways We Can't Be Like Jesus 27:06

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**Possible Trigger Warning** AJ and Nijay discuss the limitations of "righteous suffering" today. Jesus took abuse and harm upon himself from others for the salvation of the world. Is Jesus a model for abuse victims today? Are there areas of life where WWJD doesn't apply—where we shouldn't or can't imitate Jesus? Support the show…

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Episode 30 - Us Simple A-holes (U.S.A.) 1:42:26

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(DISCLAIMER: Poor audio quality on this episode. Please pardon us!) Happy Independence Day everybody and we hope you like extra long podcast episodes! Yes, we got carried away again, but it’s for a good reason! On this episode we bring you all the goodies you've come to enjoy and more! Can Marcelo pass a U.S. Citizenship quiz? Does Bashful Beto mee…

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Simple Sessions: Live, Laugh, Luge | Luigi Almonte 49:22

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On this Simple Sessions, Andrew interviews his longtime friend, Luigi Almonte, as Luigi visits California all the way from his current place of residency, Las Vegas, Nevada. Get to know Luigi, as well as the inner workings of their friendship, as you listen in on this Simple Sessions on how Andrew and Luigi met a decade ago, why they've remained fr…

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Episode 29 - The Three Amigos 1:15:46

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On this episode, we are joined by a very special guest: Rory from A Fear In Review! Rory is co-host alongside our very own Marcelo on their brand new horror-movie podcast, A Fear In Review. Do them a favor by heading over to their page and give them a like, follow or a review of their show! A Fear In Review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show…

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ST50: "Work Out Your Salvation"—What is Paul Talking About? (Philippians 2:12) 29:51

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In Philippians 2:12, Paul writes, "Work out your salvation with fear and trembling..." This verse has perplexed many readers, because on the surface it appears that Paul is talking about earning salvation, so what happened to justification by grace?? AJ and Nijay love talking about reading the Bible well in context, check it out. UPDATE: Nijay ment…

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ST49: What the Questions Jesus Asked Teaches Us 27:57

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Jesus is remembered as a great teacher, but he also had many conversations with people he met and he asked a lot of questions (well over 100 questions from the lips of Jesus in the Gospels). What can we learn about Jesus from his questions? What can we learn about the Gospel? What can we learn about our faith? AJ and Nijay reflect on these question…

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Episode 28 - The Mother of All Memorials 1:31:35

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On this episode we talk about Mother's Day, Memorial Day, and... McDonalds? We know what you're thinking. That's kind of a weird combination. But that's what we do on Simple Times Podcast! Keeping it weird since the MySpace era! Don't forget to check out Marcelo's other podcast, A Fear In Review, now available on Spotify. A Fear In Review is a horr…

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ST48: What's the Best Bible Translation? (Hint: It's a Trick Question) 24:37

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AJ and Nijay talk about a common question they get in the church and classroom: What's the best Bible translation? If you're curious, listen in on their conversation. Support the showAutor: A.J. Swoboda & Nijay K.Gupta

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ST47: From Spiritual Pride to Humility and Love 30:48

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"We who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please ourselves" (Rom 15:1) Knowledge is good - the more you know the further you'll go (as they say). But it can also lead to pride, arrogance, and judgmentalism. AJ and Nijay chat about the dangers of spiritual pride and how to build up the other and not puff up oneself (1…

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Simple Sessions: Roughnecks & The Black Gold | Jurgen Romero 1:19:12

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On this Simple Sessions, Andrew sits down with his longtime best friend, Jurgen Romero, who has established a successful carrier as a "roughneck" in the oil fields industry. Listen in as Andrew interviews his special guest on the podcast as they have a lively discussion about what his work entails, the importance of oil in everyday life, and varied…

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ST46: Nurturing a Non-Reactive Theology 28:27

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What happens when your theological heroes change their mind, let you down, or leave the faith? It can be uncomfortable, sometimes devastating. In keeping with the theme of "slow theology," AJ and Nijay address this struggle and encourage a non-reactive theology. Support the showAutor: A.J. Swoboda & Nijay K.Gupta

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ST45: Strange Religion (AJ Interviews Nijay) 31:16

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In the previous episode, Nijay interviewed AJ about his latest book, The Gift of Thorns (ST44). This time around, AJ and Nijay chat about Nijay's latest, Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling (Brazos Press, 2024). Support the showAutor: A.J. Swoboda & Nijay K.Gupta

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Episode 27 - The ExorCYST 1:30:46

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Did Marcelo really visit an exorcist? Is today's Simple Shoutout Marcelo's mom again? Will you regret listening to this episode? All of these questions will be answered today on Simple Times Podcast Episode 27 "The ExorCYST"! WRITE TO US! You, yes you, can be featured on the Simple Times Podcast. How, you ask? Just drop us a line! Send us an email …

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ST44: The Gift of Thorns (Nijay Interviews AJ) 31:22

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AJ has written an important new book called THE GIFT OF THORNS. Nijay and AJ discuss why AJ wrote this, a bit of his own story, and how unfulfilled wants can lead us into deeper spiritual life with Christ. This is a raw and vulnerable conversation. (WARNING: adult content is briefly discussed) Support the show…

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ST43: Praying "Deliver Us from Evil" (Slow Prayer) 23:52

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AJ and Nijay finish out their series on the Lord's Prayer and how to process the prayer Jesus taught us and learn how to pray slowly and authentically before God. Can we (smarty-pants moderns) really believe in evil? Should we fear evil? What does deliverance/rescue look like? Listen in—and please give Slow Theology and rating on your preferred lis…

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Introducing: A Fear In Review 1:28:56

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From the same studio (BeachGlass Media) that brings you the Simple Times Podcast, we are premiering for the first time ever a brand new podcast featuring Marcelo called, "A Fear In Review." Click here to listen to new episodes of A Fear In Review: https://open.spotify.com/show/1JXj3TA3OSLhCihhD1puWw?si=81fe865644044095"A Fear In Review" is a brand …

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Episode 26 - Andy Becomes a Man 1:43:18

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What's a great way to end the month of March and begin the month of April? With a brand new episode of the Simple Times Podcast of course! In the midst of the show Andrew will take you on a deep dive into a couple of personal true stories that altered his state of being, and explains how his experiences has elevated him to new heights of manhood. A…

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ST42: Praying "Lead Us Not Into Temptation" (Slow Prayer) 29:45

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AJ and Nijay continue their series on prayer. They get into theological questions like "what is temptation?" and "Does God influence temptation, if so why?" But they also talk about how this prayer shapes our Christian lives. Support the showAutor: A.J. Swoboda & Nijay K.Gupta

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Simple Sessions: Saint Patrick's Day 1:05:51

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Well, sham? Welcome back to Simple Times Simple Sessions where today its all about St. Patrick's Day! Join us today as your fellow half-Irish host, Marcelo, delves deep into the history of St. Patrick's Day. You'll learn about popular Irish traditions, popular Irish beers, and plenty of other fun facts about Ireland. As always, Marcelo and Andrew k…

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ST41: Praying "Forgive Us" (Slow Prayer) 30:16

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AJ and Nijay continue to journey slowly through the Lord's Prayer. They reckon with the challenge of forgiving one another, and how important this is as a spiritual practice and an act of trust in God. Support the showAutor: A.J. Swoboda & Nijay K.Gupta

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Episode 25 - Balls & Beats 1:25:35

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Here we go again! Episode 25 "Balls & Beats" where we have a simple conversation around soccer and music! How do those two things coincide you wonder? Well, listen to the show and find out! On this episode we once again bring you the same, usual content you have come to enjoy: Simple Shout-Outs, History with Jefe, Simple Times News, and, of course,…

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ST40: Praying "Give Us Daily Bread" (Slow Prayer) 28:42

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AJ and Nijay continue with their Slow Prayer series focusing on the Lord's Prayer. How does it shape our prayer life to pray "Give us this day our daily bread"? Support the showAutor: A.J. Swoboda & Nijay K.Gupta

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ST39: Praying "Your Kingdom Come" (Slow Prayer) 29:09

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AJ and Nijay continue the "Slow Prayer" series, journeying through the Lord's Prayer line by line. In this ep. they discuss the "cry for the kingdom" (as theologian Stanley Grenz puts it). Support the showAutor: A.J. Swoboda & Nijay K.Gupta

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ST38: Praying "Our Father in Heaven..." (Slow Prayer) 29:49

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Why does it matter how we address God? Why "Our Father"? What does it mean that He lives "in Heaven?" And what does it mean to "hallow" God's Name? AJ and Nijay discuss the beginning of the prayer Jesus gave us. (Remember, you don't pray alone, you pray with Jesus) Support the showAutor: A.J. Swoboda & Nijay K.Gupta

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Episode 24 - You Can't Fix Cupid 1:59:23

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It's Valentine's Day week and we have returned just in time to bring you all the sweet, sweet Valentine's Day content you were hoping to hear. Maybe we're being sarcastic, or maybe this is actually what you really want! Anyhow, on this episode we figured since it's been a while from the previous episode, we decided to give you an earful and pack th…

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ST37: Slow Prayer (Introducing a Lord's Prayer Series) 31:05

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Nijay and AJ are kicking off a multi-episode series about prayer, with a focus on the Lord's Prayer. Join them for this introductory episode where they chat about why this short prayer from Jesus has been so important in the history of the Church—and how it can shape our spiritual lives today. Support the show…

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ST36: Walking with a Spouse through their Deconstruction 32:44

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What happens when your spouse (or close relative/friend) is going through deconstruction and you aren't? It can be a jarring and disheartening experience, and it comes with lots of possible and normal emotions like anger, fear, sadness, compassion, or uncertainty. AJ and Nijay process this together based on insights from Scripture and personal expe…

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ST35: What Children Can Teach Us About Theology and Faith 29:20

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AJ and Nijay dialogue about an important question: How would our faith be transformed if we learned with and from children? Too often children are hidden in the church, treated as distractions or underformed community members. But maybe we adults have something to learn FROM children. Listen in to this important conversation. Support the show…

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Episode 23 - Boozy Buddies 1:15:31

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Welcome back to Simple Times Podcast! On this episode we piggy back off of the previous episode as we discuss what's been happening between then and now, and we discuss a little more on the topic of drinking! As always we have a few surprises for you on the show as well as our staple segments such as "Simple Times News" and "Jokes with Jefe!" Enjoy…

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Episode 22 - Holiday Hangover 1:23:32

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Happy New Year and welcome to the first Simple Times Podcast episode of 2024! We are so excited for you to be joining us as we enter in a new year. On this episode we recap our Christmas and New Year's holiday celebrations, introduce two new segments ("Fake Ads" and "History with Jefe"), and as always we bring you the Simple Times News and the long…

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