Real Without Religion
Real Without Religion is a podcast for anyone who’s walked away from church but hasn’t walked away from their soul. Hosted by James Kiger, a former evangelical pastor turned spiritual teacher, this show reclaims the power of thought, intuition, and universal truth—without the guilt trips, dogma, or endless worship songs.
We talk about what actually helps: healing from fear-based faith, learning to trust your inner voice, seeing the Bible in a new light (or letting it go entirely), and living a spiritually connected life on your own terms.
This isn’t about arguing with fundamentalism—it’s about freedom. It’s about becoming who you truly are and realizing you were never broken to begin with.
If you’ve ever asked, “What now?” after leaving religion, this is your space. Come get curious, get real, and maybe even get free.
- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 11 minutes
- Episodes
- 29
- Years Active
- 2025
Voices From the Past: Episode 2: Your Word Is Your Wand: Lessons from Florence Scovel Shinn
🎙️ Episode Title: Your Word Is Your Wand: Lessons from Florence Scovel Shinn A Short Imaginary Conversation
🌀 Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of Real Without Religion, James explores the ti…
Voices From The Past: Episode 1: Lessons from Neville Goddard
🎙️ Episode Title: Live in the End: Lessons from Neville Goddard A Short Imaginary Conversation
🌀 Episode Summary: What does it really mean to “live in the end”? In this creative and grounded episode o…
Voices From The Past
What if you could sit down across from some of the greatest spiritual minds in history—and actually talk to them?
In our upcoming Voices from the Past series, we’re doing the next best thing. Through …
“The Word Isn’t the Thing: Rethinking God, Source, and What We’re Really Pointing To”
Bonus Episode: “The Word Isn’t the Thing: Rethinking God, Source, and What We’re Really Pointing To”
🔔 Episode Summary:
In this honest and eye-opening bonus episode, James explores a word that’s shaped…
Talking to the Universe: Visualization, Voice, and the Creative Power Within
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Talking to the Universe: Visualization, Voice, and the Creative Power Within How to Co-Create with a Living Field of Energy
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Can you really talk to the Universe—and ex…
Gratitude — The Vibe Shift We All Need
🎧 Bonus Episode: Gratitude — The Vibe Shift We All Need
Podcast: Real Without Religion Image Title: Gratitude: The Vibe Shift We All Need Audio Length: ~20 minutes
Episode Summary
We’ve all heard it: “G…
The Vibration You Live On – Why It Shapes Everything
🎙 Bonus Episode: The Vibration You Live On – Why It Shapes Everything
Host: James Podcast: Real Without Religion Tags: Energy, Vibration, Frequency, Spiritual Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Bob Pr…
Special Announcement – What’s New, What’s Free, and What’s Coming to RWR
🎙️ Episode Title: Special Announcement – What’s New, What’s Free, and What’s Coming to RWR
📝 Episode Description: In this special announcement, James shares an important update about Real Without Reli…
A Message from the Universe (The Real Talk Edition)
🎙️ Episode Title: A Message from the Universe (The Real Talk Edition)
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🎧 Episode Summary: In this special bonus episode, James steps aside and hands the mic t…
Jaws in My Mind – How a Shark That Wasn’t There Still Shaped Me
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Jaws in My Mind – How a Shark That Wasn’t There Still Shaped Me
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Fifty years ago, I saw Jaws for the first time. I was 13. I lived in a small town in western Pennsylva…
What is Amenaste? A Short Reflection on a Word That Didn’t Exist—Until It Needed To
🎙️ Bonus Episode: What is Amenaste? A Short Reflection on a Word That Didn’t Exist—Until It Needed To
🌀 Episode Summary: In this bonus episode of Real Without Religion, James shares the personal story…
Foundations: Episode 12: Embodiment: Becoming the Version of Us Who Already Has it
🎙️ Episode 12: Embodiment – Becoming the Version of Us Who Already Has It Subtitle: Stop Waiting, Start Living
Episode Summary
In this episode, James Kiger breaks down the idea of embodiment—how to act…
Foundations: Episode 11: Abundance and Money
🎙️ Episode 11: Abundance and Money Subtitle: Letting Go of Scarcity and Living in Flow
Episode Summary
In this episode, James Kiger digs into the spiritual side of money—no prosperity gospel hype, no g…
Foundations: Episode 10: The Law Behind the Thought
🎙️ Episode 10: The Law Behind the Thought Subtitle: Universal Principles at Work
Episode Summary
In this episode, James Kiger explores the universal spiritual laws that shape your life—laws that respon…
The Midweek Pulse- June 25, 2025
Episode 1 – The Midweek Pulse (Because You Refused to Sign Up for the Newsletter)
Welcome to the very first Midweek Pulse—your five-minute check-in from James at Real Without Religion. In this quick u…
“I’m Not Hurt—I’m Just Honest”
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“I’m Not Hurt—I’m Just Honest”
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📌 Episode Summary:
In this honest solo episode, James addresses a recurring question he’s heard from listeners and former …
How to Stay Human When the World Is on Fire
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How to Stay Human When the World Is on Fire Bonus Episode – Engaged but Not Exhausted
📝 Show Notes
What do you do when the world feels like it’s on fire—and the people you thought would …
Foundations: Lesson 9: Think Again
🎙️ Episode 9: Think Again Subtitle: Reclaiming the Power of Thought and Inner Creation
Episode Summary
In this episode, James Kiger dives into something that used to freak him out a bit—and honestly, s…
The Voice Beside Me: My Interview with Anita Kiger (my wife)
💬 Episode Summary: In this special episode, James sits down with someone who’s been there through it all—his wife, Anita. From church life to deconstruction, from raising kids to rediscovering spirit…
The Voice Beside Me: A Conversation with My Wife Anita
💬 Episode Summary: In this special episode, James sits down with someone who’s been there through it all—his wife, Anita. From church life to deconstruction, from raising kids to rediscovering spirit…