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Shift Happens

In a world increasingly marked by division, cruelty, and chaos, Shift Happens is your guide to navigating the social and political turmoil of our time with hope, integrity, and courage. Each week, we bring you conversation with leaders, thinkers, and change-makers who are on the frontline of resisting white Christian nationalism, dehumanization, polarization, and apathy.

Together, we explore how to confront these challenges without mirroring them- how to resist cruelty without becoming cruel, combat anger without being consumed by it, and dismantle systems of injustice while remaining grounding in compassion and humanity. 

Shift Happens isn't just about understanding the world; it's about empowering you to shape it. Tune in and discover practical insights, inspiring stories, and the tools you need to resist with resilience, love and purpose. 

Change is possible because shift happens. 

Religion & Spirituality Progressive Politics Christian Spirituality Christianity News
Update frequency
every 6 days
Average duration
65 minutes
Episodes
120
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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Lauren Cibene: Tiger in a Lifeboat

Lauren Cibene: Tiger in a Lifeboat

This week Joe talks with author of Tiger in a Lifeboat, Lauren Cibene. 

Lauren's debut book, is a unique story of deconstructing, traveling through India and learning how to reclaim trust. Her writing…

01:03:05  |   Wed 30 Apr 2025
Dr. Miche Van Essen: Foundationalism as Resistance

Dr. Miche Van Essen: Foundationalism as Resistance

This week, Joe talks to returning guest Dr. Miche Van Essen. 

Dr. Miche is the Co-Executive Director of the Transmission Ministry Collective. TMC  aims to connect and empower trans and gender-expansiv…

01:03:12  |   Wed 23 Apr 2025
Fred Harrell: Decentering as Resistance

Fred Harrell: Decentering as Resistance

This week, we talk to Fred Harrell. Fred is the Executive Director of Cultivate Pastors, a spiritual coach & director and the Director of New Church Cultivation for the Post Evangelical Collective.

Am…

01:13:29  |   Wed 16 Apr 2025
Corey Nathan: Conversation as Resistance

Corey Nathan: Conversation as Resistance

This week, Joe talks to the host of Talking Politics and Religion, Corey Nathan. Corey's podcast is focused on building bridges and having the hard conversations that many are not willing to. 

Joe and…

01:08:35  |   Wed 09 Apr 2025
Keith Giles: The Quantum Sayings of Jesus

Keith Giles: The Quantum Sayings of Jesus

We have another amazing bonus episode for you today. We talk with author and theologian Keith Giles. Joe talks to Keith about his newest book "The Quantum Sayings of Jesus: Decoding the Lost Gospel o…

01:05:33  |   Sun 06 Apr 2025
Dr. Jonathan Foster: Consent as Resistance

Dr. Jonathan Foster: Consent as Resistance

Today, Joe talks with Open & Relational theologian and author Dr. Jonathan Foster. Joe and Dr. Foster talk about his book The Theology of Consent and how the idea of an all good and all powerful God …

01:07:13  |   Wed 02 Apr 2025
Josh Scott: Is the Bible a weapon of Oppression?

Josh Scott: Is the Bible a weapon of Oppression?

Today we talk to Gracepointe Pastor Josh Scott. The author of several books talking about what the Bible actually is, dives into the weaponization of Scripture. Is it a weapon of oppression or a tool…

01:06:30  |   Wed 26 Mar 2025
Paul Swearengin: Fullness as Resistance

Paul Swearengin: Fullness as Resistance

Today, we talk to our friend The Unconventional Pastor Paul Swearengin. We talk to Paul about how living fully is a resistance in and of itself and that doing so is not for anyone else. 

To follow Pau…

01:18:29  |   Sun 23 Mar 2025
Zack Hunt: Unraptured

Zack Hunt: Unraptured

Today we talk to Zack Hunt about his book Unraptured and how the rapture is a driving force behind much of white, Christian nationalism.

To follow Zack, his writing and his work, please click HERE.

Men…

01:27:58  |   Wed 19 Mar 2025
David Hayward The Naked Pastor: Art is Resistance

David Hayward The Naked Pastor: Art is Resistance

Today Joe talks with The Naked Pastor, David Hayward.

We're sure that you're all familiar with David and if not, then you are in for a real treat. Joe talks to David about how he became "The Naked Pas…

00:57:54  |   Wed 12 Mar 2025
Molly Downs-Stoller: Resistance Through your Nervous System

Molly Downs-Stoller: Resistance Through your Nervous System

For today's bonus episode, we talk to Molly Downs-Stoller. 

Molly is a licensed marriage and family therapist that specializes with the LGBTQ+ community. Molly is a regular guest on the podcast and yo…

01:01:49  |   Sun 09 Mar 2025
Zach Lambert: Resistance from the Pulpit

Zach Lambert: Resistance from the Pulpit

This week, we talk to the Lead Pastor of Restore Austin, Zack Lambert. 

We talk to Zack about what radicalized him early on, how those experiences shaped his view of God/the Church and how he approach…

00:58:45  |   Wed 05 Mar 2025
Dr. Amber Jones: The Divine Feminine as Resistance

Dr. Amber Jones: The Divine Feminine as Resistance

In this episode, Joe talks with Dr. Amber Jones. Dr Jones is a pastor, podcast host, speaker, author, spiritual director and mother. 

Dr. Jones shares with us her experiences as a female pastor in a w…

01:06:46  |   Wed 26 Feb 2025
Nadine Smith: Equality Florida

Nadine Smith: Equality Florida

This week, Joe talks to the executive director of Florida's largest LGBTQ human rights organization; Nadine Smith. Nadine comes from a long line of people fighting for human rights and she takes the …

01:12:04  |   Wed 19 Feb 2025
Esther Joy Goetz: Non-Duality as Resistance

Esther Joy Goetz: Non-Duality as Resistance

Joe talks to one of our favorite podcasters for another special Sunday bonus episode: Esther Joy Goetz. You probably know her best as one of the Deconstructing Mamas or The Dolly Mama. 

Joe and Esther…

01:08:51  |   Sun 16 Feb 2025
Rev. Dr. Angela Parker: Womanist Theology as Resistance

Rev. Dr. Angela Parker: Womanist Theology as Resistance

This week, Joe talks with Rev. Dr. Angela Parker. Dr. Parker is an associate professor of New Testament and Greek at Mercer University School of Theology. Among her published works is the excellent b…

01:10:59  |   Wed 12 Feb 2025
Jemar Tisby: The Spirit of Justice

Jemar Tisby: The Spirit of Justice

In this episode, Joe talks with New York Times best selling author Jemar Tisby. Jemar is also a theologian, speaker, teacher and leader. 

Joe and Jemar talk about his newest book "The Spirit of Justic…

01:06:16  |   Wed 05 Feb 2025
Matthew Paul Turner: Story Telling as Resistance

Matthew Paul Turner: Story Telling as Resistance

In today's episode, Joe talks with New York Times Best Selling author Matthew Paul Turner. Whether you know Matthew from his books or his social media, you know that he is full of light and love.

Mat…

01:06:09  |   Wed 29 Jan 2025
Representative Anna Eskamani: Grassroots Resistance

Representative Anna Eskamani: Grassroots Resistance

In our first bonus episode, Joe talks with Florida House Representative Anna Eskamini.

Rep. Eskamani is the representative for District 42, which covers most of Orlando. She is the first Iranian Amer…

00:33:10  |   Sun 26 Jan 2025
Mariko Clark & Rachel Eleanor: The Book of Belonging

Mariko Clark & Rachel Eleanor: The Book of Belonging

This week Joe talks the author and illustrator of The Book of Belonging, Mariko Clark and Rachel Eleanor.  

Mariko Clark is a Japanese American author, mother, and storyteller on a mission to help kid…

01:22:50  |   Wed 22 Jan 2025
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