I Don't Know S*** - a Christian Podcast

E8. Did we get the Trinity right?... with Alex Walton

What if one of the most central beliefs in Christianity… just doesn’t quite make sense to you? In this episode, Jake sits down with pastor and theologian Alex Walton to wrestle honestly with the doctrine of the Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. From the ancient creeds to modern church experiences, they explore why this foundational belief can feel confusing, abstract, and even unsettling. Jake shares his own struggles with the Trinity after years of study, along with personal experiences that shaped his skepticism—while Alex brings a thoughtful, humble perspective that makes space for both questions, uncertainty, and faith. Together, they dig into questions like: * Why does the Trinity feel so hard to understand? * Is it okay to question something so central to Christianity? * Are we trying too hard to explain a mystery? * What if faith isn’t about certainty, but learning to live with tension? This isn’t a debate meant to “solve” the Trinity. It’s a conversation about embracing mystery, letting go of rigid answers, and discovering a more honest way to engage with belief. If you’ve ever felt unsure about the Holy Spirit, confused by theology, or hesitant to voice your doubts—this episode is for you. Notes: South Fellowship (podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/south-fellowship-church/id550847930 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/south-fellowship-church/id550847930] Red Couch Theology (podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/red-couch-theology/id1616539767 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/red-couch-theology/id1616539767] Nicene Creed recording: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/sww332kehVg [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/sww332kehVg] Wayne Grudem’s Systematic Theology: https://tinyurl.com/pea3rr3u [https://tinyurl.com/pea3rr3u]

E7. The gift of Sabbath: How one family is embracing rest with Lauren Zitek

No work. No rushing. Just rest, play, good food, and time together. It’s called Sabbath — an ancient, biblical rhythm woven through Scripture — yet most modern Christians barely practice it. In this episode of I Don't Know S***, Jake spends a Sunday with the Zitek family, who’ve built their lives around Sabbath rest. They’re not pastors or theologians — just a regular family choosing a radically countercultural way to live. What they’ve found is simple: Sabbath isn’t a rule to keep, but a gift to receive. If you’re feeling burned out or stretched thin, this conversation might completely reframe how you think about rest, faith, and family life. Want to connect with Lauren?  Lauren is passionate about Sabbath and helping others both embrace and practice it. Fill out the following form to get in touch with her.  https://forms.gle/yQEN56CWjn14hgii7 Recommended Books on Sabbath: Subversive Sabbath (A.J. Swoboda)  Garden City (John Mark Comer) Embracing Rhythms of Work and Rest (Ruth Haley Barton) The Ruthlessness Elimination of Hurry (John Mark Comer) Sacred Rhythms: Arranging Our Lives for Spiritual Transformation (Ruth Haley Barton) Recommended Podcasts on Sabbath Tyler Staton (Sabbath) (Bridgetown Church): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sabbath-ft-tyler-staton-unforced-rhythms-of-grace-e9/id1592847144?i=1000657389476 Tyler Staton (You Know a Tree by It's Fruit) (Bridgetown Church): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-know-a-tree-by-its-fruit-ft-tyler-staton-for/id1592847144?i=1000698557173 Garden City Series (John Mark Comer) 5 episode series: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-does-it-mean-to-be-human-garden-city-e1/id1592847144?i=1000729050568 Sabbath Series (John Mark Comer) 4 episode series: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rest-for-your-soul-sabbath-e1/id1592847144?i=1000575858186 Alex Walton (South Fellowship Church): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sabbath-in-the-way-of-jesus-part-8/id550847930?i=1000695598073 Thanks to Marty Solomon for the phrase, "We rest. We play. No work. God Loves us."

E6. Is Artificial Intelligence (AI) here to save or ruin us, with Ryan Findley

In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend Ryan Findley—better known as Fin. A former teacher turned tech insider, Fin has spent the last three years helping schools and organizations make sense of the sudden avalanche of artificial intelligence. As the technology’s impact has become impossible to ignore, he’s shifted his focus toward an even bigger question: how families and parents can prepare for life in the Age of AI. Together, we tackle one of the strangest and most urgent questions of our time: what is AI, really—and is it saving us, ruining us, or doing something far more complicated? Our conversation ranges from Silicon Valley hype cycles and global tech races to the very real ways AI is already helping people, harming people, reshaping faith, and quietly reshaping who we are. Expect honest disagreements, truth-telling, and a few stories that might make you rethink your relationship with the internet altogether. You can download Fin's free guides or sign up for his 2026 courses on his Linktree (which is linktree.com/parentAI [http://linktree.com/parentAI]) and follow him on Finstagram (@finsky777 [https://www.instagram.com/finsky777/?hl=en]).  BBC article: “ChatGPT shares data on how many users exhibit psychosis or suicidal thoughts” https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5yd90g0q43o.amp

E5. Israel from the early 20th century to present-day with Dr. Carl Yonker

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Carl Yonker, a senior researcher at Tel Aviv University, to unpack the complex history and present-day realities of Israel and the Middle East. Carl traces the roots of Zionism, the formation of Israel, and the evolution of modern conflicts through Carl’s expert lens — blending historical context with deeply personal reflection. Recorded just before the most recent ceasefire, this conversation offers an honest, human perspective on life in Israel amid war, politics, and shifting worldviews. Note: The views expressed by Dr. Yonker are his own and do not represent Tel Aviv University or its affiliated institutions.

E4. Women's health and Abortion with Stephanie Peverill

In this episode, we sit down with my friend Stephanie Peverill, a counselor who specializes in reproductive and maternal mental health, to talk about one of the most complex and emotional topics out there: abortion. We dig into women’s health, access to care, the politics around it, and why investing in women changes everything for families and communities. Stephanie brings tons of experience and compassion to the table, and I walked away realizing how much more there is to this conversation than I thought. One quick note: I know this is a sensitive topic for people on all sides. I did my best to approach it with humility, curiosity, and respect—so if at any point it comes across differently, I sincerely apologize.