Fade To Gray

Its been a while, but its our pleasure to bring y'all this episode as we get to know Dax, our newest co-host on Movies that Molded Me (MTMM) Podcast.From preteen televangelist, to surviving a potentially fatal car crash. Dax's story does not lack excitement, and probably not the ending you might expect.If you enjoy this episode and want more content come check out our other podcast "Movies That Molded Me" where we review our favorite movies from a specific genre in a game show style in order to generate an overall top 5 list and a "winner" for each episode. its A LOT of fun!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Omar, Elizabeth, and Chris talk with Suzann Mollner and Steve Philips. Suzann is the executive director of Beirut and Beyond, an NGO designed to educate the western world on the situation in the Middle East concerning the Palestinian Refugees. If you have ever had questions on this very topic, you will be thrilled with this episode. Suzann and Steve are chalk full of information, stats, and personal stories of what the Palestinians are going through. Be sure to follow the Beirut and Beyond Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/beirutbeyond/Their website: http://beirutandbeyond.org/how-to-giveFollow Suzann on Twitter: https://twitter.com/suzannmollner?s=21Documentaries recommended during the podcast: Rethinking PalestineThe Wanted 185 Broken CamerasAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode we welcome back Michelle Collins. We talk about her body building then dive into discussion about her newly published book, Into The Gray. Michelle takes a psychological look at her own deconstruction of faith, and helps others understand their journeys in the process. Follow Michelle on Facebook and Instagram. Buy Into The Gray on Amazon. Into the Gray: The Mental and Emotional Aftermath of Spiritual Deconstruction https://www.amazon.com/dp/1938480805/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_45VJY3MD17RHFHMNTP48And check out the other book she recently contributed to, Before You Loose Your Mind: Deconstructing Bad Theology In The Church. Edited by Keith Giles, from Quior Publishing. But it HERE. Before You Lose Your Mind: Deconstructing Bad Theology in the Church https://www.amazon.com/dp/193848083X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_YXN1B6M43A6SZD57Q0CDAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode, we interview Stephen Duplantis, a former pastor and politician who has worked in Alaska the last several years. We discussed the traditions of the Republicans in his state, and the politics of the Assemblies of God church. We also go down an interesting rabbit trail on the definition and idea of destiny. Follow Stephen on Facebook HERE. Support the podcast by joining our Patreon crew HERE.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Happy holiday to everyone! Thats right, its a 4/20 special episode with an old high school buddy, Mike Sims of Charlotte CBD, and "Lets Be Blunt Podcast."Omar catches up with Mike out on Lake Norman in Charlotte North Carolina to talk all things marijuana, mainly CBD and its uses and benefits. This was a new experience as we are also live on fb using a hot spot from his phone with my full mobile recording set up on a pontoon boat.Sit back, roll a fatty and enjoy this episodeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chris, Elizabeth, and Omar sit down with TikTok personality, Noelle Fitchett to discuss her stance on racism and religion in the United States. The perspectives discussed challenged the hosts to truly fade to gray.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Another OG of the FTG family Kara, joins the gang to tell us how her journey as a girl from Canada to the States as a "troubled teen" to stay with a random family in order to get her back on the "right" path actually had a different effect upon her return home, and how stories like that and others effected her faith, and overall outlook on life.Kara truly is a joyful person and a delight to be around. Fun fact, we got the chance to meet her, and she is just as positively infectious in person, (insert generic Canadian joke about niceness here) we think you will enjoy her as much as we do. Follow Conquest of Bliss Podcast to stay up to date with all the episodes, and will you are at it, hop on over to artstromdigital.com to learn more ways to support Kara. You'll be glad you did.Also, if you like what you hear and want to know ways to support Fade to Gray Podcast. You can join Patreon for as little as $5 a month, and receive access to our Marco Polo community, and well as discount at our store to get all the sick swag as soon as it drops, and bounus material exclusive to our patrons.If you like what you hear, and want to support us for free, please give us a 5 star rating and review, as well as tell you friends. Above all, stay. safe, and stay heathy. Love. Podfather. OutAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

He's BACK! For a third interview, this time to talk about death, and how important it is for people to discuss how they want to be celebrated when they have died. An interesting, often avoided topic, this interview will make you think, and hopefully, help you engage in conversation of your own with your loved ones. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We enjoyed our interview with journalist, and newly published novelist, Dr. Anthony Todd Carlisle. We talked about his time as a journalist working with various publications in the Pittsburgh, PA area. And we discuss his book The Souls of Clayhatchee, that will be released through Hidden Shelf Publishing House on May 4, 2021. Anthony Todd Carlisle, Ph.D., is married to Amy Alexander, Ph.D., and has two children, Arielle and Amya. He is an associate professor in the Department of Culture, Media, and Performance at California University of Pennsylvania.Carlisle was a reporter for 11 years. He worked for the New Pittsburgh Courier, Daily News, Pittsburgh Business Times, Beaver County Times and Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. During those years, he worked in several beat areas: city government, urban affairs, religion, education, transportation, labor and sports as a business. As a reporter, he won several awards, including Robert L. Vann Award for feature writing and investigative reporting and the Keystone State Spotlight Award for firstCarlisle is also a veteran, having served in the United States Army Reserve for 14 years, reaching the rank of captain. He worked as both a supply officer and a military journalist. In 2003, he was deployed to the Middle East as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Upon his return, he was awarded California University of Pennsylvania’s Presidential Medal for Patriotic Service.Follow Dr. Todd on Instagram, and Facebook Be sure to secure your own copy of The Souls Of Clayhatchee by visiting Amazon. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. Seuss is cancelled? Christian Nationalist are cancelled? Seth is cancelled? Elizabeth is on TIK TOK about to get cancelled? What?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ya know that feeling when an old friend comes over to visit? That's how the guys felt during our episode with Eric Riddle. He's an OG to the FTG family, and we are excited to introduce him to our listeners.Eric's story of overcoming serious alcohol addiction is an inspiration, and we hope, an light for those who are on their recovery journeys too.If you need help walking through your own recovery from addiction, please go to Alcoholics Anonymous to find a support group near you.If Eric's story gave you hope, and you want to thank him, find him on Facebook, and follow his journey on Instagram.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Wow! Rick has to be on of our best guest. Very insightful, with tons of experience, and a heart to see people free from destructive cults. He has an impressive resume of helping over 500 people leave cults through deprogramming. His book "Cults Inside Out" has also help people leave cults or helped with deprograming their loved ones through the book. Rick joins us to deep dive into the NXIVM cult, as well as Heaven's Gate, and Chris, and Omar get carried away by Ricks stories.If you have your own story about how you were effected by living in a cult, we would like to help you tell it in a "surviving cult life" series. Please email us at [email protected] and put "surviving cult life" in the title.For more information on Rick Alan Ross, or to buy his book please go to www.culteducation.comIf you enjoyed what you heard please leave us a review and a 5 star rating, or share with a friend it really helps, and we will love you foreverAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The crew welcomes back Toby, M*F*in' Morrell to catch up with his band, Emery, and find out how the True Man events have changed in light of the pandemic. We had fun on this one. Find more info about Emery on their website: EmeryLandAnd to schedule a chat with Toby and find out more about True Man: Go HereAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Elizabeth, Omar, and Seth have a refreshing conversation with Rocku's newest T.V. Show host, and podcaster Nicole Foster. She uses her background in historical and theological studies to bring a unique and enlightened perspective of scripture, helping this generation understand the nuances of the ancient text. Find Nicole on Facebook at The Hippie TheologianHer website The Hippie TheologianAnd don't miss her show on Roku - The Hippie TheologianAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linda is Elizabeth's boss and friend at Porch Music Store.`We had a great time chatting about her life and spiritual walk. Check out Linda's book Find Your Spirit on Amazon. Follow Porch Music Store on Facebook. And if you are interested in music lessons, the staff offer online lessons by going to their website.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Besides running "Messy Spirituality Podcast", being a columnist writer for Patheos, being a husband, and a father Jason has lived a pretty full life. From professional wrestling, to bible college, or even his first marriage we learn that Jason has a high threshold for pain, as well as an "all-in" commitment mentality.Chris, and Omar were in rare form, but Jason took it in stride and delivered a tremendous episode!If you would like to find out more about Jason please visit his website link http://www.jasonelam.org/to find his his podcast visit http://www.MessySpirituality.org/or support him at http://www.patreon.com/jasonelamwritesIf you like what you hear from Fade to Gray Podcast you can find links to other episodes or podcast from the FTG Network at https://fadetograypodcast.comfor our march please visitftgpodcastswagAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode we get to know Julie. We learn about how growing up in christianity experiencing "fiercely charismatic" churches while having a critical mind impacted her during her youth, and later how teaching her children about "hell" all lead to the deconstruction process of faith and how those experiences and others lead to the writings that later became books. Julie truly is a fascinating person as well as an entertaining story teller. She has been able to allow the experiences she's gone though in life to make her wiser, and able to relate to people and God on a more personal or organic level.I have a feeling you will have as much fun as we all did getting to know Julie McVay, and rush out and buy her books on amazon or wherever books are sold.If you are enjoying Fade to Gray Podcast and what to know ways to support you an go to www.patreon.com/fadetograypodcast or if you would like to support the podcast in a "sick" new hoodie or t-shirt go to https://www.storefrontier.com/ftgnetworkAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aaron Weiss is the front man of the band mewithoutYou. This episode was recorded live for Fade To Gray's Big Tent Revival back in May of 2020. Aaron joined us to discuss everything from music to theology and somehow we got a lot of hate from mewithoutYou fan's for not kissing Aaron's ass. Either way he was a great guest and was extremely generous with his time. Enjoy!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

PK Langley is back and she has a brand new podcast that is sure to interest you. On this episode, PK does an incredible spiritual reading for the majority of Fade to Gray. One of the hosts is scared out of his mind to get a public spiritual reading. The usual skeptic, Chris, is shocked at some of the details that PK picks up on. We've never been more quiet as we couldn't find the words to speak.  Check out PK Langley's podcast here and visit her website here. To hear more of PK's story, check her out on her first appearance on Fade to Gray here. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Fade to Gray Team was honored to sit down with Brandan Robertson a second time. We first met with Brandan to discuss his life and journey but this time around, we focus in on his sexual orientation change efforts and it’s impact. To review, Brandan Robertson is a noted author, activist, and theologian. He works at the intersections of spirituality and social renewal. He writes regularly for Patheos, and has bylines in TIME Magazine, San Diego Union Tribune, The Huffington Post, NBC, and The Washington Post. He has been an honored speaker at renowned institutions like The White House, Oxford University, and The Parliament of the World’s Religions. Brandan was named by the Human Rights Campaign as one of the top faith-leaders leading the fight for human rights. He has worked with political and social leaders around the world to end conversion therapy and promote LGBT+ rights. Brandan currently serves as a fellow with the Salzburg Global LGBT+ Forum, was the founder of San Diego Pride’s DevOUT Interfaith Coalition, and served as the national spokesperson of Evangelicals for Marriage Equality. Most recently, Robertson served as the Lead Pastor of Mission Gathering Christian Church in San Diego, CA from 2017-2021.To learn more about Brandan, check out his website at: http://www.brandanrobertson.com/aboutbrandan.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Fade to Gray Podcast is pleased to announce a new series featuring stories of individuals who have undergone or been of part of reparative therapy (sexual orientation change efforts). In this series, the Fade to Gray team strives to listen, engage and understand the motives behind such efforts and the impact it has had (whether that be positive or negative). It's 2020 after all. It's time we asked the questions and allowed people to share their real experience. This stuff has had a real impact on people's lives and it's time we talked about it.  Let us introduce you to Darren Calhoun. Darren has been known to describe himself as gay, Black, and Christian. However, he is also a lot of other things such as a speaker, musician, photographer, writer, activist and conversation-starter. He grew up in Chicago and came out as gay at age 17. Not long after, he found himself surrounded by Christians who insisted that being gay wasn’t God’s plan for his life. He then spent the next eight years trying to renounce homosexuality and become heterosexual. Time is spent discussing the years of spiritual abuse that followed and explored the lasting impact this has had. While there is trauma, there is also one vital component that is present throughout and that's resiliency.  To learn more about Darren and get involved, check out http://darrencalhoun.com. FYI. The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25. If you are thinking about suicide or are feeling alone and need someone to talk to, please call the Trevor Lifeline at 1-866-488-7386 for immediate help. It’s free, confidential, and available 24/7. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Fade to Gray Podcast is pleased to announce a series featuring stories of individuals who have undergone or been of part of reparative therapy (sexual orientation change efforts). In this series, the Fade to Gray team strives to listen, engage and understand the motives behind such efforts and the impact it has had (whether that be positive or negative). It's 2020 after all. It's time we asked the questions and allowed people to share their real experience. This stuff has had a real impact on people's lives and it's time we talked about it.  Randy Thomas is the former Vice President of Exodus International. Exodus International was a network of conversion-therapy ministries which closed in 2013. Randy shares his journey and what a journey it has been. Randy first came out as gay but then became a very strong defender of the 'ex-gay' movement. Randy shares what it was like working with Exodus and is open and honest and the lasting damage this had on others as well as on himself. Randy has since come back out of the closet and is engaged to become married. This is a vulnerable, transparent and powerful testimony.  Visit Thrive LGBT+ online at http://thrive.lgbt.  FYI. The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25. If you are thinking about suicide or are feeling alone and need someone to talk to, please call the Trevor Lifeline at 1-866-488-7386 for immediate help. It’s free, confidential, and available 24/7.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Not only is Mitch a qualified Transpersonal Counselor and Coach specializing in tapping and dream work, he is a great guy with a fun sense of humor.  Living in Australia, Mitch tells us about growing up in the A.O.G church and find out Pentecostalism has experienced the same hang ups and spiritual abuse down under, and how we learn how his sexual orientation lead down the path of "deconstruction" of faith and how learning to love himself set him on the path he's on today as a couch and counselor.  If you are interested to know more about Mitch and the work he is doing you can www.mitchgainey.com or check him out here Happy Holidays from all of us at Fade To gray Podcast and the FTG Net. Be safe out there, and wash your hands and you like and subscribe and leave a reviewAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What a great conversation we got to have with Matthew! Per usual with the FTG gang We had questions deep and thoughtful to silly and irrelevant, but Matthew was able to hang with them all! We learn about his conservative christian upbringing and how his natural tendency toward questioning lead him down the trajectory that lands him today as a successful author, and podcaster, where he openly and often explores what it is to be a heretic.  Matt is a awesome guy and we encourage you to visit his website www.allsetfree.com to find out more about his media or if your looking for a great podcast check out www.heretichappyhour.com   Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Fade to Gray Team had the privilege of speaking with Brandan Robertson.  Brandan Robertson is a noted author, activist, and theologian. He works at the intersections of spirituality and social renewal. He writes regularly for Patheos, and has bylines in TIME Magazine, San Diego Union Tribune, The Huffington Post, NBC, and The Washington Post. He has been an honored speaker at renowned institutions like The White House, Oxford University, and The Parliament of the World’s Religions. Brandan was named by the Human Rights Campaign as one of the top faith-leaders leading the fight for human rights. He has worked with political and social leaders around the world to end conversion therapy and promote LGBT+ rights. Brandan currently serves as a fellow with the Salzburg Global LGBT+ Forum, was the founder of San Diego Pride’s DevOUT Interfaith Coalition, and served as the national spokesperson of Evangelicals for Marriage Equality. Most recently, Robertson served as the Lead Pastor of Mission Gathering Christian Church in San Diego, CA from 2017-2021. Brandan shares his life journey with the Fade to Gray team as well as answering some very important questions such as “was Paul gay?” and “are we all gods?” To learn more about Brandan, check out his website at: http://www.brandanrobertson.com/aboutbrandan.    Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Whats up listeners?! Dropping this episode on Election Day, reminding everyone to get out and vote! In this episode Seth, Chris, and Omar catch up with fellow podcaster Dan Smoldt(Smotz) from The System Is Down Podcast the week before he went on campaign tour with Spike Cohen, the VP candidate for the Libertarian Party.  This conversation didn't lack drama as none of the host for FTG are voting for the same candidate, but its all in good fun. Even though we don't agree, and politics are often considered a "taboo" topic the conversation stayed light hearted and respectful. Obviously we discussed the big two parties that control it all, but also dove into Jo Jorgensen and libertarian polices as well as shed a little light about what Unity2020 ticket is all about. Wether or not you are voting red, blue, green, or gold this election season. The most important thing is you vote your conscience.   Also, you don't have to be an ass to the "other side"   To follow Dan or The System Is Down Podcast follow this link To find out more about Fade To Gray Podcast and how you can partner with us, or want to be a guess contact us hereAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This episode is Omar's moms favorite, and I'm sure it will be some of y'alls Benjamin Lerner, the Great-grandson of Irving Berlin (composer of such iconic tunes as “God Bless America” and “White Christmas”), is a Vermont-based Composer, Writer, and Recovery Advocate. Benjamin started his musical career as a classical piano prodigy. By his early twenties, he was an IV heroin and crack cocaine addict. Now sober since June 13, 2016, he journals his journey in addiction and sobriety in his all new piano-raps, which combine classical piano and rap. Benjamin credits his continued success in recovery to his ability to express his emotions relating to his struggle through word and song.  His debut album, CLEAN, was released in February 2020. It was produced at Old Mill Road Recording in East Arlington, Vermont. Benjamin is a great dude, we get to know a little more of his story and the influences as well as creative vision for his music. Hope You enjoy and voice for Benjamin Lerner at the grammy's! To learn more about Benjamin Lerner follow this link to his site. To learn more about Fade to Gray please visit here.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

PK was a missionary to Africa for 30 years before her journey into faith deconstruction began. This is a fun conversation as Seth, Elizabeth, and Omar get to know PK better as she tells us the story of her faith, and how she feel in love with and married her best friend. PK fits very well into our rag tag group of free thinkers and and can't wait to chat again. For more about PK or her "frustrated grace" comic book go here. For more info about FTG Podcast or the FTG Network including was to join our free Marco Polo family go here. To support us financially you can join our patreon here, or to support the show and get some "sick merch" in return go here.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Omar, Elizabeth, Chris and Seth sit down with Jared Byas to talk faith and the release of his new book "Love Matters More." Jared is co-host of the popular podcast "The Bible for Normal People." Jared is also the co-author of the book "Genesis for Normal People." He is a former teaching pastor and professor of Philosophy & Biblical Studies and he speaks regularly on the Bible, truth, creativity, wisdom, and the Christian faith. This is a very interesting discussion.  Note: there is some friendly banter at the beginning of this episode and exciting news released about Fade to Gray's new merch store! Check it out here: https://www.storefrontier.com/ftgnetwork. If you do check out the merch, you will notice that all "Poor Seth" merch is an additional $5 which goes into a special "Poor Seth" fund.  Find all the links to our social media accounts and archived episodes on our website which can be found here: Find all the links to our social media accounts and archived episodes: Website.To become a member of our FTG family with Marco Polo community, bonus content, and discounted merch become a patreon member here: Patreon. For more info on Jared Byas and links to all he is involved in follow this link to his Facebook Page.  Buy his new book here: https://www.jaredbyas.com/book/  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Our friend Derrick Day joined Seth, Omar, and Elizabeth for this fun live interview! Derrick works with Agape Dominion Research, a podcaster and public speaker with Love/Forward Podcast, as well as an accomplished author, and columnist. This dude was GREAT, and this conversation is a lot of fun. We get to know Derrick as he tells us story's of growing up. Moving from the inner city to real America, and the culture shock that brought as a 15 year old young black man, to learning to ski with the local youth group while being "evangelized" into the ministry.  We talk about his deconstruction, and the theology he now believes that we are all "gods" and creators of our own reality. This topic rekindles a fun and slightly heated conversation between Omar, and Seth who don't see eye to eye on the possibility of this understanding to be true.  Where do YOU stand after hearing Derrick's story? We would love to hear from you! Find all the links to our social media accounts and archived episodes here To become a member of our FTG family with Marco Polo community, bonus content, and discounted merch become a patreon member here For a direct link to our store click here for more info on Derrick Day and links to all he is involved in follow this link to his facebook page hereAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Wisdom is a Nigerian pastor, husband and father of two who finds himself on the journey of deconstructing his faith. While the majority of us have been able to deconstruct in relative peace, Wisdom has faced many adversities including death threats. Wisdom is very active on his Facebook page where he speaks a lot on the subject of Christianity and has written many articles centered on the Inner Self that are available through his Patreon. Please show him some love and support! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

From Freemasonry, witchcraft, and the occult, to Christ follower, Omar, Chris, Seth, and Elizabeth talk with Dr. Williams Schnoebelen about his radical life experiences.  Recognized as a Biblical authority on alternative religions and the occult, previous to his salvation Dr. Schnobelen spent sixteen years as a high level teacher of witchcraft, spiritism and ceremonial magick. Dr. Schnobelen's experience as a Druidic high priest, ordained spiritist minister and former satanist have given him the unique opportunity to teach Believers the intricacies of spiritual warfare and minister to those lost in cults. He also spent nine years as an active member of the Freemasonic fraternity (both York and Scottish rite) and five years as a devout member of the LDS (Mormon) church, where he held numerous offices, including elders’ quorum president. Dr. Schnobelen also held temple recommends in the LDS church for four years.    For more information about Dr. Schoebelen, including his many books, check out his website: With One Accord.org Follow him on his YouTube Channel HERE.  Support for this show is brought to you by the Fade To Gray Patreons. To join the support of the podcast, go to Patreon.com/fadetograypodcast and sign up.  Follow Fade To Gray Podcast on Facebook for live episodes, and check out our Instagram feed! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

All Four Fadcasters sit down to get to know Keith. Keith Giles is a former pastor who left the pulpit over a decade ago to follow Jesus. He’s the author of several books, including “Jesus Untangled: Crucifying Our Politics To Pledge Allegiance To The Lamb.” He is co-founder of Pacifist Fight Club  and co-host of the Heretic Happy Hour Podcast. He and his family started a house church in Orange County, CA where 100% of the offering goes to help the poor in their community. The conversation was light hearted as we spoke with Kieth about is personal deconstruction and his books he has authored regarding scripture, and we needed up focusing on Seth's deconstruction or lack their of and how that impacts him as a member of the LGBTQ community. If you like what you hear please give us 5 stars and a review on whatever podcast app you enjoy, it helps our little pod family and means a lot to us, Seth in particular  And if you would like to support the podcast and become a member of our Marco Polo family for as literate as 5 dollars a month find us here on Patreon and choose the tier you would like to support at. Much Love PodfatherAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kyle Butler is a former penacostal minister who discovered a relationship with "love" that has impacted his life in a way that he now feels christianity "limits" his understanding of who God is, but still finds values in his christian roots by living a life that resembles Jesus in therory of LOVE.   Come listen as the FTG gang tries to wrap their head around this concept, and we get to know Kyle a little better in his FIRST time joining the show!   To learn more about Kyle and what he is doing look him up on social media or follow this link to his website.   To join the FTG Pareon Family follow this link to our website and scrool down to the Patreon section.    If you have not done so yet leave 5 stars and a review or I'll send those pictures you sent me to your grandmother!   Thanks! PodFatherAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The boys of FTG (Omar, Seth, and Chris) sat down with an amazing conversation with Mark Karris, a licensed therapist, best-selling author, ordained pastor, adjunct professor, recording artist, and an all around bad ass dude! From the start of the podcast, which was live of facebook, Mark seemed to "get" us, and opened up to tell his story. There was laughter, and there were tears as Mark shared personal stories about his family and journey into "(de)constructing toward spiritual and emotional healing".  This episode is guaranteed to pull at your heart strings and leave your eyes wet and your heart full. Find out about what Seth called the "love pentagram" and why Mark just might be my favorite guest to date. Find out more about Mark and buy his book by visiting markgregorykarris.com If you like what you heard and you haven't yet please go give us a 5 star like and review over on iTunes or wherever you download your podcast AND we would love to have ya part of the FTG patreon family! AND AND if ya haven't heard we launched the FTG Network Love yaAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Fade to Gray team sat down with Shane Claiborne. Shane Claiborne is a Christian activist and author who is a leading figure in the New Monasticism movement and one of the founding members of the non-profit organization, The Simple Way, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Claiborne is also a social activist, advocating for nonviolence and service to the poor. In this episode, Shane unpacks his story and highlights the Simple Way.   For more information about Shane and his work with the Simple Way or Red Letter Christians follow this link to Shanes facebook page.   If You enjoyed this episode and interested enjoining our Patreon family follow this link for more information.   To Listen to, Like, Follow, and Review FTG Network follow link here.   And if you like what you hear but aren't ready to support financially thats fine too, we understand but if you are reading this and have not liked and reviews yet on iTunes or wherever you download podcast, do so, or I'll come to your house and hide all your remotes!  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This episode was recorded live for our Big Tent Revival a few weeks before the death of George Floyd. Robert and Tamice discuss their work with Sub:Culture Inc helping black youth make their way through college, race relations in the church, and how white families can educate their children on systemic racism. Check out Sub:Culture Inc. and listen to the podcasts they are involved with.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The House of Yahweh Cult is an apocalyptic cult with several failed end time predictions. Kepha tells the story of how the psychopathic cult leader made millions off of his followers, mentally abused members, and how many of the youth that have escaped the cult are completing suicide at alarming rates. Kepha tells of how he was persuaded to engage in bigamy with a young member of the cult and how he feels about that relationship today. You can learn more about the House of Yahweh cult at Kepha's website: The Man Behind The Name or if you know someone that is trying to escape the Texas based cult you can call him directly at 402-218-9530.  Follow us on social media @fadetogray or check out our websiteAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Our friends Sean and Tamice from Sub:Culture Inc., Samson, Ash, and Omar's brother Dula join Omar for a conversation on the current climate within the Black Community, police brutality, the protests and riots, how white people can be allies, and what we do to move forward together. This episode was recorded live.  Check out our website at fadetograypodcast.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This was our opening interview to start the "Big Tent Revival", our free live online conference, and oh boy did we hit the ground running. we had a full cast on hand but Omar and Chris got most of the questions in because Elizabeth was monitoring facebook comments in real time, and Seth was quietly listening lol. Rick Ross was a truly amazing guest, and an expert on the subject of cults. This episode was extra special to us because of our (Omar, and Elizabeth) past experiences in discipleship schools, and Chris and Seth's experience in fundamental christian religions. This episode includes 20 minutes of bonus material that we recorded after the initial interview where our Patreons were able to ask Rick Alan Ross questions.  Rick Alan Ross is the founder and Executive Director of The Cult Education Institute. He is an internationally known expert regarding destructive cults, controversial groups and movements and author of the book "Cults Inside Out: How People Get In and Can Get Out." Since 1982 he has been studying, researching and responding to the problems often posed by controversial authoritarian groups and movements. For more information on Rick or the Cult Education Institute click here If ya like what you hear and want to know more about the FTG Network click here  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

*This episode contains graphic information regarding childhood sexual abuse and may not be suitable for all audiences. Please keep this is mind when tuning into this powerful interview.  Omar, Chris and Seth sit down with Samson Latchison. Seth met Samson in Springfield, MO during his graduate program. Samson works and is still involved with a Christian coffeehouse ministry called the "Potter's House." Samson has an incredible story that speaks to resiliency in the face of great adversity. Samson's story is incredibly powerful and is a true survivor in every sense of the word. Samson unpacks his childhood trauma both within the Church and in his home. Further, Samson explores his journey to accept his sexual orientation and his relationship to Christ. This is a very sensitive episode. Samson unpacks the real impact of fallen humanity while emphasizing the hope he has found in God.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Im very excited to get the episode out to you all! Chris and Omar catch up with an old artist/musician friend of Omar's named Jonathan Reuel. Jonathan has been writing songs since a young boy, and he and his wife Christa create beautiful and meaningful art of all kinds. On this episode we get to deep dive into music from Jonathans past even he hasn't heard for years and the guys talk faith, deconstruction and cults. Ya know, our wheelhouse lol. We discuss the how his music as matured over the years as he too has, and can't wait to see what he come out with next! I've heard some of his newer projects, and if you like what you hear today please follow Jonathan and Christa to stay up to date on "what's happening", get an art installation from Christa, a sweet sketch or some sick shoes off Instagram, or go for the gold and have a personalized song for your significant other! Art installations by Christa @ cjreuel.com Get all updates on Reuel art and music @ ReuelArt Follow Jonathan on Instagram for artwork here and for sick handprinted shoes here Join his Patreon here And as always if you like what you here and want more information about the Fade to Gray Network go to fadetograypodcast.com  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Go subscribe to our friend Kara's new podcast: The Conquest of Bliss! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Robert Monson grew up talking people out of their faith in Christianity only to be converted in a powerful encounter in college. He has many years of experience in cross-cultural missions, church planting, and college ministry. Robert is currently the Chief Operations Officer for Sub:Culture Incorporated which helps develop resources and content that eradicate the spiritual, cultural, academic and sociological barriers that impede Black College Students. He is also host of the podcasts: Where Is The Lie? and The Hive.  Click the link if you'd like to donate or learn more about Sub:Culture INC  Head over to Fade To Gray's website to learn more about us!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Revival is coming!... It coming, it's coming, it's COMING!... Wow, this episode was a lot of fun to make and I really hope y'all enjoy it! Half of the episode was recorded live on Facebook, as The FTG crew (Elizabeth, Seth, Chris, and Omar) announce and discuss the "Big Tent Revival", Fade to Gray networks very first FREE online conference and concert May 16-17 on facebook and twitter!  Even if you caught us live this episode is still worth the listen, as the other half of the episode was recoded a couple days later as the gang has too much fun making an intro and addressing or clarifying anything that was missed while recording live, and an extra special treat Omar and Elizabeth created a pretty fun, slightly creepy promo for the BTR enjoy! Become a member of our Patreon family here. Find out more information about FTG podcast and the FTG network, with links to all our social media accounts, as well as past episodes here.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chris, Omar, and Seth sit down with Ben Delong to discuss his new book "There's a God in My Closet." Chris and Omar get into their normal antics while Seth does his best to reign in his cohosts. This conversation was a lot of fun and the range of topics range from theological questions to gay jokes. It's just a day in the life around here, come join us as we Fade to Gray!  To follow Ben, go to his website: bdelong.com If this is the first episode you've listened to on Fade To Gray, go check out everything we have to offer, including all the shows on our network, go check out our website at: FadeToGrayPodcast.com Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and sponsor the show on Patreon! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The roundtable get together to discuss binging Tiger King, what it's like to parent during the Covid 19 crisis and how Seth copes with social distancing during Covid 19 isolation. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Another episode recorded LIVE!.. Still in quarantine with the rest of the inmates, I mean America LOL, so we are continuing to put out content for you all on Facebook and I hope you are having as much fun with it as we are. When we aren't making facebook live videos like your local church on a Sunday morning, we too have been sucked into the phenomenon that is the "Tiger King" virus. it is truly a rare and special when the memes are better than the show, and just what we all need during the apocalypse... In this episode Omar, Chris, and Seth chat with Joshua Dial for about 30 minutes about working for Joe Exotic, politics, and mental health. Elizabeth was around monitoring the live feed, but joined the rest of the FTG crew for the into and wrap up conversations where special guest SETHanie make an appearance, hope y'all enjoy!.. WASH YOUR HANDS! to join our Patreon click here for info on other podcast on our network or links to all our social-media click hereAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode of News for Noobs, Chris is joined by his "government insider" friend Charles. Charles gives the scoop on what government workers think about the Covid19 epidemic, their perspectives on how the Trump administration is handling everything and whether or not that bitch, Carole Fuckin' Baskin, killed her husband Don or not. You don't want to miss this.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On April 4, 2020 the roundtable including Chris, Elizabeth, Omar, and Seth hosted Ukulele Russ LIVE through our Facebook Page. When you put a bunch of podcasters and musicians on a zoom call together during a pandemic, this mayhem results.  Follow Russ on his Facebook page here: www.facebook.com/UkuleleRuss His Quarantine Music Streams Group is here: Quarantine Music Streams  Support the arts here: Support Struggling Artists Join Elizabeth's Parent-Teacher Conference (April 18, 2020) here: A Webinar  For more information about the Fade To Gray Network, find our website HERE. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy