An Imperfect Podcast

Episodes

1. 34

   On St. Porphyrios

   This week, Fr. Michael and Strati discuss St. Porphyrios, the modern elder and saint of modern day Greece, and read from his life with "Wounded by Love." ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

   Nov 2, 2021

   44m
2. 33

   With Bojan from Bible Illustrated

   In our latest episode, Fr. Michael and Strati have a conversation with Bojan, the creator of the YouTube channel "Bible Illustrated". ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

   Apr 15, 2021

   1h 05m
3. 32

   Ortho-Battles on the Internet

   In the first episode of 2021, Fr. Michael and Strati discuss Orthodoxy and the Internet. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

   Feb 3, 2021

   43m
4. 31

   How are you doing?

   In this week’s episode of “An Imperfect Podcast,” Fr. Michael and Strati tackle the simple yet unexpectedly profound experience of being asked the everyday question: “how are you doing?” Their discussion may help shed some light on why the question is often difficult to answer authentically, or…

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   Nov 28, 2020

   36m
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   Do Animals go to Heaven & How do we Read the Fathers?

   In this week’s episode, Fr. Michael and Strati wrestle with their visceral feelings about animals, whether or not they go to Heaven, and how they jive with the patristic approach to life. This leads them into a related conversation on how we should read/approach the Fathers. It’s an interesting...

   Nov 4, 2020

   52m
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   Curiosity

   Fr. Michael and Strati discuss curiosity. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

   Oct 13, 2020

   44m
7. 28

   Nikolai the Traveler -- Part Two

   In this episode, Fr. Michael and Strati are joined, once again, Nikolai (Justin Bingham) the Traveler, after having been rudely interrupted by a lightning storm during their previous conversation. Nikolai shares more about his experiences as an African-American Orthodox Christian loving in Japan...

   Sep 25, 2020

   55m
8. 27

   On Hope in Barrenness

   Fr Michael and Strati reflect lessons from the feast day of the Ancestors of Joachim and Anna in relation to their amazing hope in the midst of barrenness and infertility. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

   Sep 10, 2020

   23m
9. 26

   Nikolai the Traveler -- Part One

   What do Tennessee, Japan, Orthodoxy, and an African American, Japanese chanted poetry, and Byzantine chant have in common? Join us on this week’s episode of An Imperfect Podcast to find out as we encounter Nikolai the Traveler! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

   Aug 4, 2020

   47m
10. 25

    Imperfect Excellence

    Is it possible to speak of an "imperfect excellence"? Are we able to pursue excellence while, at the same time, avoiding perfectionism? Returning from a brief hiatus, Fr. Michael and Strati dive into what seems to be the "next chapter" in their exploration of human imperfection/perfectionism vs....

    Jul 18, 2020

    58m
11. 24

    Catholicity of the Church

    This week, Fr. Michael and Strati discuss the catholicity of the Orthodox Church. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Jun 8, 2020

    1h 26m
12. 23

    Seemingly Impossible Spiritual Surprises

    This week, Fr. Michael and Strati discuss joy and seemingly impossible spiritual surprises. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    May 24, 2020

    1h 13m
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    Who is Strati? Part Three

    Join us for part three of Fr. Michael and Strati's discussion which began with the question, "Who is Strati?" and evolved into a free flowing conversation about thin places, tradition, and much, much more. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    May 13, 2020

    56m
14. 21

    Who is Strati? Part Two

    In part one, Fr. Michael asked Strati a very pointed question: Who are you, Strati? What will they discuss in part two? Stay tuned to find out! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Apr 28, 2020

    56m
15. 20

    Pascha 2020

    Fr. Michael and Strati discuss Pascha 2020 ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Apr 18, 2020

    57m
16. 19

    Who is Strati?

    Fr. Michael asks Strati a very pointed question during this episode of “An Imperfect Podcast”: Who are you, Strati? Tune in to find out! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Mar 26, 2020

    39m
17. 18

    Control

    Fr. Michael and Strati discuss control and letting go in this free flowing discussion. Join us! You can also find our videos and more content on YouTube or at our website, www.trisagionfilms.com. Thank you! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Mar 6, 2020

    1h 05m
18. 17

    Responsibility

    What does it mean to be responsible? Fr. Michael and Strati tackle what is often felt to be a "slap-in-the-face" kind of word, especially by younger folks, and try to get to the heart of the matter. You might be encouraged by their conclusion! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Jan 28, 2020

    18m
19. 16

    Thanksgiving

    What do ancient Greek statues have to do with Thanksgiving and the Divine Liturgy? Fr. Michael and Strati tackle the conventional subject of gratitude and thanksgiving around the season of Thanksgiving in a not-so-conventional way. Tune in to hear more! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Nov 27, 2019

    56m
20. 15

    Surprise

    This week, Fr. Michael and Strati discuss "surprise" in the spiritual and patristic context. We hope you listen and enjoy! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Nov 24, 2019

    1h 02m
21. 14

    Aging

    Aging, it's common to us all. From the youngest child to the oldest person, we are all under the sway of time and sooner or later will find the end of our life's journey. Join Fr. Michael and Strati for a short discussion about this unavoidable process in our lives. ★ Support this podcast on...

    Oct 15, 2019

    20m
22. 13

    Proof, Truth, & Presence

    Does Truth exist? If so, how do we come to know it and differentiate it from things that are false? Join Strati and Fr. Michael on the week's episode as they tackle these enduring questions in an (yup, you guessed it!) imperfect fashion. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Oct 2, 2019

    54m
23. 12

    From Pentecostalism to Pentecost

    Join Fr. Michael and Strati for this week's podcast as they interview Elias Mims, a retired journalist and recent convert to Orthodoxy, who unexpectedly found his way to the Faith through a piece that he wrote on a local Orthodox Church. What did it feel like for the son of Pentecostal preacher…

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    Sep 17, 2019

    1h 00m
24. 11

    Anxiety

    This week, Fr. Michael and Strati discuss the gift of anxiety on a down-to-earth, experiential level. A gift, you ask? Well, you'll just have to listen to the podcast to find out why anxiety could be seen as a gift. So grab a cup of tea, pull up a chair, and give it a listen. ★ Support this…

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    Aug 27, 2019

    35m
25. 10

    Napping and Hope

    In this episode of An Imperfect Podcast, Fr. Michael and Strati explore the unexpected spiritual benefits of napping and other such activities. Drawing from the teachings of St. Silouan the Athonite and his spiritual lineage, the team takes on the challenge of finding and holding onto hope in the...

    Aug 7, 2019

    48m
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    Freedom

    This week, Fr. Michael and Strati discuss Freedom in the eighth episode of "An Imperfect Podcast". Visit us at http://www.trisagionfilms.com. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Jun 13, 2019

    33m
27. 8

    Desire

    This week, Fr. Michael and Strati discuss Desire in the seventh episode of "An Imperfect Podcast". Visit us at http://www.trisagionfilms.com. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Jun 7, 2019

    52m
28. 7

    Paschal Joy

    This week, Fr. Michael and Strati discuss Paschal Joy along with their guest John Marshall in the sixth episode of "An Imperfect Podcast". Visit us at http://www.trisagionfilms.com. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    May 9, 2019

    51m
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    Holy Week

    This week, a special short episode as Fr. Michael and Strati discuss Holy Week and share from the writings on Fr. Alexander Schmemann in the fifth episode of "An Imperfect Podcast". Visit us at http://www.trisagionfilms.com. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Apr 23, 2019

    24m
30. 5

    Culture (Part 1)

    Fr. Michael and Strati discuss the topic of "Culture and History" along with their special guest, Fr. Panayiotis Papageorgiou, Ph.D. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Apr 18, 2019

    45m
31. 4

    Repentance

    In the third episode of "An Imperfect Podcast", Fr. Michael and Strati discuss the topic of repentance and the life and example of St. Mary of Egypt. Visit us at http://www.trisagionfilms.com. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Apr 14, 2019

    43m
32. 3

    Humility

    In the second episode of "An Imperfect Podcast", Fr. Michael and Strati discuss the virtue of humility. Visit us at http://www.trisagionfilms.com. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Apr 5, 2019

    41m
33. 2

    Faith

    Welcome to the first episode of "An Imperfect Podcast" with Strati Papageorgiou and Fr. Michael Tishel. On the first episode, Fr. Michael and Strati discuss the topic of Faith. This is a new format for Trisagion Films so while we certainly encourage feedback, we hope you will also give this…

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    Mar 15, 2019

    37m
34. 1

    Introduction

    Short introduction to "An Imperfect Podcast" with Strati Papageorgiou and Fr. Michael Tishel. This new series will hopefully feature a fresh perspective to the Orthodox faith. So, why the name "An Imperfect Podcast"? Listen to find out why. The first official episode (approx. 30 minutes) will be...

    Mar 8, 2019

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