Why are so many Christians deconstructing their faith? With Dr. Amanda Udis-Kessler-

Why are so many Christians deconstructing their faith? With Dr. Amanda Udis-Kessler-

In this episode of Unholier Than Thou, I sit down with Dr. Amanda Udis-Kessler- a progressive Christian pastor, sociologist, ethicist, author, and sacred music composer-for a thoughtful conversation about one of the most debated movements in Christianity today. Together, we explore: * What progressive Christianity actually is * Why so many people are leaving evangelicalism * The role politics has played in modern Christianity * Whether Jesus and Paul emphasized the same message * How progressive Christians approach the Bible * Why faith and science don't have to be enemies * What deconstruction really means - and where it can lead Whether you're a conservative Christian, a progressive Christian, deconstructing your faith, reconstructing it, or simply curious about the conversations reshaping the Church, this episode invites you to think critically and engage with a perspective you may not have considered. This isn't a debate. It's an honest conversation about faith, doubt, politics, Scripture, and what it means to follow Jesus in today's world. If you enjoy conversations that challenge assumptions and encourage deeper thinking, subscribe to Unholier Than Thou, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who's asking big questions about faith. #Deconstructionn #ProgressiveChristianity #Christianity #Exvangelical #FaithJourney #ReligiousTrauma #ChurchHurt #Bible #Jesus #Evangelical #ChristianPodcast #Religion #FaithDeconstruction #SpiritualGrowth #UnholierThanThou  Connect with Dr. Alyssa: Website: https://edgeeap.com/ [https://edgeeap.com/] Email Dr. Alyssa [alyssa@naturalbalancecounseling.com] International Association for Suicide Prevention  [https://www.iasp.info/suicidalthoughts/] 988 Suicide Hotline [https://988lifeline.org/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=onebox] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2448874/support]

The Grief We Never Prepare For | Grief, Suicide & Healing with Dr. Alyssa

When the Helpers Hurt: Grief, Suicide & Finding Hope | With Dr. Alyssa The deconstruction and survivor communities are grieving the heartbreaking loss of Ryan Stollar—a respected advocate, writer, and tireless voice for abuse survivors, child protection, and those harmed within evangelical and homeschooling communities. Rather than speculate about Ryan's personal struggles, this episode is an opportunity to have an honest and compassionate conversation about grief, suicide, trauma, and hope. Joining me is Dr. Alyssa, who not only shares her professional expertise but also bravely opens up about her own experience with suicidal thoughts. Together, we explore how grief affects us, why suicide leaves behind such complex emotions, how religious trauma and deconstruction can impact mental health, and how we can better support one another through life's darkest moments. Whether you're grieving the loss of someone you love, processing your own pain, supporting a friend, or simply trying to understand mental health more deeply, this conversation is for you. In this episode we discuss: • The unique grief that follows suicide • Religious trauma and its impact on mental health • Why people who help others can still struggle silently • Warning signs that someone may be in crisis • How to support someone who is grieving • Finding hope when life feels overwhelming This episode contains discussions of suicide, depression, and grief. Please listen with care and take breaks if needed. Crisis Resources If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide or is experiencing a mental health crisis, help is available.  United States & Canada Call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Outside the U.S. Please contact your local emergency services or your country's suicide prevention crisis service. You are not alone. Help is available, and your life matters. If this episode encouraged you, please consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing it with someone who may need to hear this conversation. #MentalHealth #SuicidePrevention #Grief #ReligiousTrauma #Deconstruction #FaithDeconstruction #TraumaRecovery #Healing #Podcast #UnholierThanThou Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2448874/support]

Part 2: Who Really Runs the World? | Tim Kelly

In Part 2 of my conversation with Tim Kelly, we go even deeper into the theories, philosophies, and historical narratives surrounding power, consciousness, centralized control, and humanity's future. This episode explores topics ranging from ancient civilizations and secret societies to central banking, free energy, spirituality, independent living, consciousness, media narratives, and the importance of thinking for yourself. Whether you agree, disagree, or fall somewhere in between, the goal of this conversation isn't to tell you what to believe—it's to encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and meaningful dialogue. In this episode we discuss: Who may really be influencing world governments Central banking and global power structures Ancient civilizations, Atlantis, and historical theories Consciousness, vibration, and personal sovereignty Why dependency creates control Free energy and suppressed technologies The role of media and political division Healing, self-sufficiency, and reclaiming personal freedom Why questioning everything matters What are your thoughts? Do you think humanity is waking up, or are we becoming more divided than ever? 👇 Join the conversation in the comments. Subscribe for more conversations exploring cults, taboo subjects, consciousness, religious trauma recovery, and challenging the narratives we've inherited. The views expressed by guests are their own and are shared for the purpose of open discussion. This podcast encourages listeners to think critically, do their own research, and draw their own conclusions. #religion [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/religion] #religioustrauma [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/religioustrauma] #recovery [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/recovery] #ufo Website homepage: http://polytope.www1.50megs.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHpjcGtFY2hwZHhnNXdJamNlV3h3WlZ6ZDhyZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuZEZhNVo3U1ltcWJqT1VTVVlwR2VmS3Z3bTBVZU5QUXFjdy0tc05UdkI4UnFmRVVId1JsdzNkbkNzNTZ6ZlpWNi1zSkZObTBuT1hfMDk3TWFaREFGZEZtalpmZTlMT2hIV3dsaDRIckFSNkQxYWJtNA&q=http%3A%2F%2Fpolytope.www1.50megs.com%2F&v=bTW-9azbg-Q] Hidden History of Humanity: http://polytope.www1.50megs.com/histo... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1RfTWVnUEg3ZkVyLUJXdUF3Y19sR2VHOE5YZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttVW5QbmtNcnQtenhGaTU1eGJWbVRJS0tibHZUT1dQNDE4T0xTTVRyY2MzUnhsbk96WHl6N1c1dEp3LURQSXhwdzNJUlU4S3Y3TDVSbDFmUTBJY2RWTnJvOHhBTjQxaGNiSlFEbWZMUEV5NkFxeTZOVQ&q=http%3A%2F%2Fpolytope.www1.50megs.com%2Fhistory.html&v=bTW-9azbg-Q] The Math Wizard: http://polytope.www1.50megs.com/scien... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGVnTFhRMS1HMW1Wa2gxaDhrZ0lReTNVQ0loZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsd2VxU2RoYTNsZGI1VkducFJRX2FUSGxIODl4TkdzTHpZYTVoTWFrMUNvYWNjQ0ZzSWRJYnRpZW1LYkpPVVpCa21IaExTdFZJOVVPMTkxNFJ3RHJKSktzX0l6ZTQzQTE3Y0RnbWxYcEtYWVF0MHFqOA&q=http%3A%2F%2Fpolytope.www1.50megs.com%2Fscience.html&v=bTW-9azbg-Q] Natural Healing Self Empowerment: http://polytope.www1.50megs.com/healt... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUhaV2FsaEpXcmx0TkN2enJKZmVTdkR1S2s3Z3xBQ3Jtc0trQU9adVI5QnBYTWtQaGxyVXhGWURtOXlWRGE2Z1ltcFdVczdCYl9KaGswSFFZNG9WWUs3UGh1U3Y4eS1mMjRIWUQ1OEtnTmkwWHl3cXd5QXNQZ19SblRhM2dkbVlMckVETWM1NW1qNVJzVFJXNkhsYw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fpolytope.www1.50megs.com%2Fhealth3.html&v=bTW-9azbg-Q] Nature of Energy booklet: http://polytope.www1.50megs.com/tech.... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmJZNXR0TUlrYm15TVYtaTgzN1hXSE40UlhIQXxBQ3Jtc0ttOG13NTFiMlRDOWg4cElyWEdocmtXeU1zNjEtS3FBOFVZd3pSMkNsZFYybVQxUjAwRUFQRkVEaU9OYUJhbHNtSW0tTFA4S0RtN0ZHTzFrUHk4a0cwRW9EWVBzY2I4My1rTDRuR3ZJaFpZYnFZcjlpUQ&q=http%3A%2F%2Fpolytope.www1.50megs.com%2Ftech.html&v=bTW-9azbg-Q] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2448874/support]

PART 1 | Hidden History, UFOs, Secret Societies & the Truth About Humanity | Tim Kelly

What if the story of humanity is far older - and far stranger - than we've been told? In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, I sit down with researcher Tim Kelly for a deep dive into some of the most controversial and fascinating questions surrounding our origins, consciousness, religion, and reality itself. Because this discussion lasted over three hours, we've split it into two episodes. Together, we explore hidden history, ancient civilizations, lost knowledge, the Great Pyramid, mysteries surrounding the Bible, secret societies, UFOs and non-human intelligence, frequency and vibration, and the possibility that much of what we believe about our past may be incomplete. Tim has chosen to conceal his identity for personal safety reasons, so viewers watching on YouTube will not see his face during the interview. Whether you agree, disagree, or find yourself somewhere in the middle, this episode is intended to encourage curiosity, conversation, and critical thinking—not to tell you what to believe. Topics discussed include: • Hidden history and the origins of humanity • Ancient civilizations and the Great Pyramid • The Sumerians and alternative theories of human origins • Knowledge removed from religious traditions • Frequency, vibration, and Nikola Tesla's ideas • UFOs, UAPs, and non-human intelligence • Secret societies and esoteric teachings • The Garden of Eden and the Tree of Knowledge • Simulation theory and consciousness • The intersection of science, spirituality, and religion Part 2 drops next week, where the conversation continues. Connect with Tim Kelly and find all relevant links in the show notes. 🎙️ Unholier Than Thou is a podcast exploring cults, religious trauma, deconstruction, spirituality, and the questions we're often told not to ask. Website homepage: http://polytope.www1.50megs.com Hidden History of Humanity: http://polytope.www1.50megs.com/history.html The Math Wizard: http://polytope.www1.50megs.com/science.html Natural Healing Self Empowerment: http://polytope.www1.50megs.com/health3.html Nature of Energy booklet: http://polytope.www1.50megs.com/tech.html #UnholierThanThou #TimKelly #hiddenhistory  #ancientmysteries  #UFOs #SecretSocieties #alternativehistory  #forbiddenknowledge  #greatpyramid  #consciousness  #simulationtheory  #nikolatesla  #ancientcivilizations  #deconstruction  #religion  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2448874/support]

Perimenopause, Low Testosterone & The Hormonal Plot Twist No One Warned Us About

Perimenopause, Low Testosterone & The Hormonal Plot Twist No One Warned Us About Why your body feels different, your libido disappears, and what you can do about it. Welcome back to Cocktails & Confessions, where no topic is too unholy, too awkward, or too taboo. In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into one of the most misunderstood and least talked-about transitions in a woman’s life: perimenopause. From unexplained mood swings and crushing fatigue to brain fog, weight changes, and a disappearing sex drive, many women find themselves wondering, “What is happening to me?” We’re also tackling an often-overlooked piece of the hormonal puzzle: low testosterone. While most conversations focus on estrogen and progesterone, testosterone plays a critical role in energy, confidence, muscle mass, motivation, and sexual health…and many women are never told that their symptoms could be connected to declining levels. Together, we unpack what perimenopause actually is, why these hormonal shifts can feel so disruptive, and how women can begin navigating this season with better information, support, and realistic expectations. This conversation is honest, relatable, educational, and occasionally hilarious- because sometimes the only way to survive hormonal chaos is to laugh about it. Whether you’re currently in perimenopause, approaching it, or simply want to understand what millions of women experience, this episode offers insight, validation, and practical guidance for one of life’s biggest…and most unholy transitions. Pour yourself a drink of your choice, pull up a chair, and join the confession. Because if nobody warned us about perimenopause, we’re going to talk about it anyway. #Perimenopause #PerimenopauseSymptoms #HormoneImbalance #Hormones101 #WomenOver30 #WomenOver40 #WhatNoOneToldYou #MidlifeAwakening Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2448874/support]