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Conversations Official
by Leo Wolters Tejera
Spiritually minded conversations about life.Conversations exists to create safe space for dialogue and community. We desire to come together regularly and intentionally generate conversations about life, belief, and the intersection of the two.
Episodes
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WT Podcast (yes, we are still looking for the perfect name lol)
Ever wonder what the Bible would look like without compulsory hetero readings? Without hate superimposed over the words? Well, that is exactly the work done by Kali Cawthorn-Freels in her book Reclamation: A Queer Pastors Guide to Finding Spiritual Growth in the Passages That Harm Us. Check out...
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The Bible is Fiction: C:onversations with Pastor Adam
Pastor Adam of the Clackamas United Church of Christ is back for a 3peat with this frank and boundary breaking conversation about the fictionality of the Bible, and what implications that has for today. You can find Pastor Adam here: Facebook: Pastor Adam, Clackamas United Church of Christ…
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L Word Mississippi: Conversations on Queer Joy and Resistance with Brandiilyne Mangum Dear
C:onverstions is back in a big way! Ten years ago The L Word Mississippi: Hate the Sin was released. An intimate look at the lives of a handful of queer women in the deep south, the documentary, while at times diffuclt to watch, gave voice to the beauty and breadth of the queer community. In the...
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Pro Homo: The Scientific and Theological Implications of the Kinsey Reports on Modern Christianity
Hey friends! It’s time for another grad school/Conversations mash up! I will be chatting about the impact of the Kinsey Report (first of its kind report on human sexuality, late 1940s/early 1950s) on Christian thought, particularly in American contexts. Because this is a research paper, I share…
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Transgender Folks, School Boards, and Preaching Hate
Let's set a few records straight. Transgender people are not evil. The Bible doesn't support it. Science doesn't support it. Stop trying to justify your personal h8. If you are interested in helping Conversations Official continue to create spiritual minded conversations about life, please...
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Abortion and the Bible: A Pastoral Conversation with Pastor Adam and Leo WT
APOLOGIES FOR THE LOW QUALITY AUDIO. With the recent leak of the SC(r)OTUS opinion regarding the potential overturn of Roe Vs. Wade, I (Leo) figured it was time for a decidedly pastoral conversation on the matter. I hit up my friend Pastor Adam for a chat about abortion, reproductive freedom, and...
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White Church, Race, and the Narrative Gap in Between
Join me for a chat with my friend Lisa Sharon Harper. We are discussing race, Church, and the often times nuanced interaction of the two. In particular we discuss evangelicalism, American History, and how to bring about justice in the world. Lisa Sharon Harper is an author, organizer, and...
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Casinos, Football Stadiums, and Native American Identity: Conversations with John Kane
In this episode, I am joined by John Karhiio Kane, Mohawk Native American and host of Let's Talk Native and Resistance Radio with John Kane and Regan de Loggans. We will be talking about gaming, the recent NYS interference with the Seneca Nation, and what it means to be Native American. If you...
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Decolonize: Conversations on Decolonizing Christianity
Conversations with @the_decolonized_christian on Native American heritage month, colonization, and the role of christianity in Native erasure. To connect with the_decolonized_christian please check out the instagram account of the same name. You can also visit thedecolonizedchristian.com Please...
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Spooky Spirituality: Why We Demonize What We Don't Know
On this episode of Conversations Official we are talking spooky spirituality: why we demonize what we don't know. I am joined by my friend Kyndyl Rikard Greyland who is a Wiccan Priest and Meghän Linn-Cummings who is a member of The Satanic Temple. Please visit facebook.com/Conversationsofficial…
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When Faith Falls Outside the Binary: Conversations with an American None
On this episode, Leo will be chatting with American None founder Rachel Roberts about her work towards creating spiritually minded community beyond labels. “Historically, the term "Nones" refers to the 100+million Americans who no longer identify with organized religion. But today, people decline...
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Indigenous People's day Conversations Official with Justin Schapp
We will be talking about why saying Indigenous People's Day is more than semantics, the history of Columbus day, and the surprising intersection it shares with National Coming Out Day. Today's guest is Justin Schapp, Native American scholar, activist, and Salamanca City School District Diversity...
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Conversations with Ben Shapiro
Thoughts on the recent video Ben Shapiro made in response to my viral TikTok. The topic of the video was the potential that Jesus was in fact non binary. Please visit facebook.com/Conversationsofficial to follow along and join the community at Conversations Official Group on Facebook. If you are...
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Examining the Intersections: Conversations with #leowt
Time for a Conversations/grad school mashup! So many folks have asked what I am studying to today is show and tell! In this episode I am chatting about racism, intersectionality, and building better justice movements. Please visit facebook.com/Conversationsofficial to follow along and join the...
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The Very REAL Work of Peace and Love
In the effort of thinking globally and acting locally, my friend Rev. Brian Lothridge joins me to discuss about the practical implications of saying you love everyone, and how to actively work towards peace in our world. If you would like more information on Brian's work please check out...
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Interfaith and Islam: Conversations about Genuine Solidarity
Honest conversations about what it means to be interfaith and how that impacts our actions. The impetus for this conversation is recent islamophobic preaching in Olean New York that came from a bivocational principal/pastor. Please visit facebook.com/Conversationsofficial to follow along and join...
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The Sacrament of Heresy: Conversations with Your Favorite Heretics
@derektheheretic, one half of the dynamic duo known as Your Favorite Heretics joins us to talk about evangelicalism, the tangible implications of toxic theology, and the holy act of being a heretic. If you are interested in following, engaging with, or supporting Derek (and Rachel) you can check...
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The American Myth: How Nationalist Narrative Effects Reality With Justin Hubbard
Conversations Official resident educator, mentor, and social studies expert joins us to discuss some of the myths that are central to America and how they have influenced American psyche, philosophy, and theology. If you would like to get in contact with Justin please visit him on facebook as...
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Baptized in Tear Gas: Conversations with Elle Dowd
A year after George Floyd was lynched and 7 since Mike Brown was murdered in the streets of Ferguson we are chatting with author Elle Dowd about new book and her journey from white moderate to abolitionist. If you would like to order Baptized in Tear Gas or connect with Elle please visit...
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Dangerous Religious Ideas: Conversations with Dr. Rachel Mikva
What makes religion dangerous? What classifies a belief as extremist or essential? Dr. Rachel Mikva is a rabbi, educator, and author who literally wrote the book on Dangerous Religious Ideas. She joins us to discuss exactly what makes dangerous religious ideas and how we can handle them. If you…
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Anarchy and the Bible: Conversations with Hunter Sanders
Educator and graduate student Hunter Sanders joins us to discuss the interrelationship of christianity and anarchy. If you are interested in helping Conversations Official continue to create spiritual minded conversations about life, please subscribe to the podcast and share it on your social...
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What In The Hell Does Christian Even Mean: Conversations With Daniel White Hodge
Why in the hell would anyone want to be a christian in our modern social milieu? When so much bad has been done in the name of christianity, what is really left to salvage. In this episode, Leo WT is joined by Daniel White Hodge, creator of Profane Faith podcast, author, and professor. Leo and...
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Conversations with My Mom: Erring on the Side of Love
The Jill joined me on Mother's Day to chat about life, parenting, and raising a Leo. On a personal note I want to acknowledge that my relationship with my mom has had its ups and downs. I wanted to make this video to model what it is like to love someone and navigate differing viewpoints about...
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Plain Rainbows: Conversations with LGBTQ Ex Amish Activists
Chatting with Plain Rainbows: Amish and Anabaptist Stories co-hosts Mary Byler and James Schwartz. Mary and James are ex amish LGBTQ individuals who saw a need for resources for others from their community. They have created the podcast Plain Rainbows to amplify the voices of ex amish LGBTQ...
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Conversations on 1946 with Mama Jill Wallace
Tik Tok personality Mama Jill Wallace and documentary film maker Rocky Roggio from the groundbreaking documentary 1946 join me to discuss the mistranslation of the Bible, being queer, and building safe spaces. To support and learn more about 1946 please visit https://www.1946themovie.com/ To...
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Beyond Binary Spirituality: Conversations about Christianity and Tarot with Elizabeth Whitacre
Spiritualist and Intuitive Life Coach Elizabeth Whitacre joins us to chat about the intersection of Tarot and Christianity. Elizabeth shares with us her knowledge of spirituality as a spectrum of practices and experiences as well as a specific introduction to the tool that is Tarot. Please drop a...
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We the People: Conversations on the Most Misleading Phrase in American History with Mark Charles
Native American Activist, presidential candidate, and author Mark R. Charles joins us to talk about the most deceptive phrase in American History; We The People. We will be discussing Native American identity, the myth of the American Dream, and spirituality. You can see all of Mark's work here:...
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Conversations on 1946: The Bible Mistranslation That Corrupted a Faith
Filmmaker Rocky Roggio joins us to discuss the upcoming documentary 1946. Rocky and co will be covering the scholarly work and translation of the RSV Bible translation, which was where the word homosexuality was FIRST included in the Bible. They will be examining original translation notes, the...
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Incarceration and Artistry: How Comics Can Change the World with Casper Cendre
Casper Cendre, founder of A.B.O. Comix joins us to chat about incarcerated LGBTQ folks and art. A.B.O. is a collective of creators and activists who work to amplify the voices of LGBTQ prisoners through art. By working closely with prison abolitionist and queer advocacy organizations, we aim to...
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Cut From the Canon: The Gnostic Gospels With Shawn Garan
Since 1949 we have had definitive proof that multiple Gospels exist that were intentionally EXCLUDED from the version of the Bible that we have today. My friend Shawn Garan joined me to discuss several of these books, the lessons they teach, and why the Church worked so hard to cover us the...
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There Are How Many Genders?! A Conversation About the Spectrum of Sex, Gender, and Orientation
A brief overview of the spectrum of sex, gender, and orientation. Starting from the understanding that there are currently 13 sexes recognized by science, #leowt discusses the diversity we were indoctrinated to ignore. If you are interested in helping Conversations Official continue to create...
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Trans Day of Visibility, Black Feminism, and Lil Nas X
A few quick thoughts on trans day of visibility, privilege, black feminism, womanism, queer theory, and of course Lil Nas X. If you are interested in helping Conversations Official continue to create spiritual minded conversations about life, please subscribe to the podcast and share it on your...
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Building Unexpected Bridges: Conversations with Alicia Johnston
Former Seventh Day Adventist Pastor Alicia Johnston about her journey from the pulpit to the out LGBTQ activist and author! Alicia is a former Seventh-day Adventist pastor, current out and happy bisexual pursuing faith that makes the world better and more compassionate place. Alicia is currently...
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Sharing the Privilege: Conversations on Intersectional Justice and Apples with Alexander Wright
Alexander J. Wright JD of Blegacy Farms and the African Heritage Co-Op in Buffalo Ny joins us to talk about how apples and activism go together. We discussed everything from how to organize a movement, economic justice, and the history of race and racism in America. If you would like to get in...
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Life After God: Conversation with Ryan Bell
Author and activist Ryan Bell (host of Life After God podcast) joins us to chat about his journey from the altar to atheism. Ryan is a former Seventh Day Adventist pastor who's faith failed to meet the standards of intellectual honesty. We talk about everything from atheism, to tenant unions, to...
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The Queerleader We All Need: Conversations with Tyler Titus
Tyler Titus is an activist, social worker, politician, and queer leader from Erie PA. Join us to talk about being the change you wish to see in the world. Dr. Tyler Titus is an intersectional advocate and politician from Erie PA. They are a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of...
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Cancelling Cancel Culture
Cancel culture is one of the biggest topics of conversations at the moment. Today we will discuss what cancel culture is, what cancel culture isn't, and what do we do about it. We are joined by history teacher and social justice leader Justin Hubbard. Justin is the lead facilitator of Jamestown...
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Let's Talk About Sex Baby. And Gender. And Trans Participation in Sport. Conversations w Owen Meehan
Owen Meehan joins us to chat about trans bodies, queer identity, and staying out of other peoples' pants. With the recent discussion about transgender athletes reaching fever pitch, we decided to take an in depth look at gender, sex, and the American obsession with the anatomy of others. If you…
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Conversations with Elle Dowd: Drinking From the Fountain
Elle Dowd joins us to chat about a reformation sexual ethic, loving ourselves FOR our uniqueness, and what it means to drink from the fountain of a new understanding of being. For years Elle Dowd considered herself an advocate for justice, but her well-meaning support always took a back burner to...
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Conversations with That Church Sign Guy Pastor Adam
Pastor Adam of the Clackamas United Church of Christ joins the podcast to talk about church signs that make evangelical angry, the book of Isaiah, and how to pastor faithful atheists. You can find Pastor Adam here Facebook: Pastor Adam, Clackamas United Church of Christ TikTok: adamericksen1...
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An Open Relationship with God: A Reconstructionist Theology
Thomas Jay Oord joins Conversations Official to chat about atheism, intellectual honesty, evil, love, and theology that is interventional, logical, and accessible. You can find more of Thomas' work at ThomasJayOord.com Thomas Jay Oord on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter If you are interested in...
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Conversations on Deconstruction with Kendall Luke
Conversations on evangelicalism, deconstruction, and caring for yourself when you find yourself questioning everything you know. If you are interested in helping Conversations Official continue to create spiritual minded conversations about life, please subscribe to the podcast and share it on…
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Justice Vs Peace
Leo's midweek chat on the idea of justice versus peace. In a moment where many are crying for peace, seemingly at the expense of justice, it is important to discuss just what peace entails and who it effects. If you are interested in helping Conversations Official continue to create spiritual...
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Welcome Home: A Conversation on Love and Belonging With Mama Jill Wallace
An informal conversation on love, belonging, and building a family of 1 million. With Mama Jill Wallace. You can find mama on Tiktok, Instagram, and Facebook under the handle Mamajillwallace. If you are interested in helping Conversations Official continue to create spiritual minded conversations...
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Jesus and John Wayne: Conversations with Kristen Du Mez
Conversations with the author of Jesus and John Wayne, How White Evangelicals Corrupted a Faith and Fractured a Nation. Kristin Kobes Du Mez is Professor of History and Gender Studies at Calvin University. She holds a PhD from the University of Notre Dame and her research focuses on the...
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PODCAST MASHUP #leowt on One Question with Pastor Adam
I had the privilege of joining Pastor Adam from the Clackamas United Church of Christ (Portland Oregon) on his podcast entitled One Question with Pastor Adam. These are two episodes that resulted from our conversation about being transgender and christian. If you are interested in helping...
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eRACeing the American Dream
Conversations with Dr Fileve Tlaloc Palmer. We discuss how race came to be, the origins of colonization, and the lasting impact of both on our society. If you are interested in helping Conversations Official continue to create spiritual minded conversations about life, please subscribe to the...
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Conversations B Sides: Leowt at Arcade UCC
Bonus content from Leowt. This episode focuses on the intentional positioning of divinity in the margins as it relates to the birth story of Jesus. If you are interested in helping Conversations Official continue to create spiritual minded conversations about life, please subscribe to the podcast...
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Exodus from Evangelicalism: A Journey to Loving Even More
Chatting with playwright, social worker, story teller, and friend Eunice Hudak. We discuss evangelicalism, the fallout of deconstruction, and coming to a place of increased love for all. If you are interested in helping Conversations Official continue to create spiritual minded conversations…
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Neoliberalism: The Cult of Hyperbolic Patriotism
Conversations with Pam Say on the economic concept of neoliberalism and the influence it has on all aspects of life. If you are interested in helping Conversations Official continue to create spiritual minded conversations about life, please subscribe to the podcast and share it on your social...
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Spiritually minded conversations about life.Conversations exists to create safe space for dialogue and community. We desire to come together regularly and intentionally generate conversations about life, belief, and the intersection of the two.
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Leo Wolters Tejera
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