Episodes

What happens when a pastor embarks on a journey to unlearn religion? Join us as we explore this intriguing topic with our guest, Vincent Joplin, an assistant pastor at Hope Church who has been pastoring since 1999. In this thought-provoking conversation, we dive into youth ministry and the life-altering power of gospel transformation. Vincent vividly recounts his time working with young people at Manassas High School in Memphis and the importance of building relationships based on the character...

Listen in as we wrestle with the idea of extending grace and understanding to those who may not share our beliefs, and the dangers of adopting a cancel culture within the faith community. Together, let's gain more wisdom and courage to change our minds and experience more freedom and peace in our spiritual journeys. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that will challenge your perspective and help you grow.

Growing up in South Memphis, Reverend Roslyn Nichols was shaped by ideas of justice, her family, and the strong women who raised her. Our conversation covers the limitations of a black and white theological understanding, the ambiguities of scripture, and the role of justice in a Christian context. We also emphasize the importance of allowing yourself permission to let your relationship with God evolve and fall apart, and finding a safe space to ask questions without judgment. As we wrap up thi...

What happens when we allow ourselves to unlearn religion and discover our own beliefs? Join me as I sit down with my mentor, Shannon Wright, to explore her incredible journey from a Southern Baptist church to Harvard, South Africa, and beyond. Together, we dive into the complexities of religious expectations, the power of rituals in spirituality, and the importance of understanding the moral values behind scripture. In our conversation, we reflect on the unique way the Black Church operationali...

Feeling drained and running on empty? You're not alone. In this week's Freedom Friday episode of the Unlearned Podcast, I share my own struggle with depletion and the importance of filling up before hitting rock bottom. It's been a tough week, but it's also served as a reminder to prioritize self-care and replenishment in order to keep cruising through life with freedom and ease. If you haven't yet, don't forget to check out our current series, Unlearning Religion, where I've had incredible con...

Here are two questions we can all relate to: 1. What do you do when your life takes a turn that flips your faith upside down? 2. What happens when the God you thought you knew becomes new to you all over again? Now, what if these things were true... and you were a Pastor? What if you had to rethink not only what you believed about God, but what you preached about God? Rev. Jessica H. Morris shares her journey of unlearning religion and finding new ways to connect with God and helping others to...

Religion means a lot of different things to different people. It is one of things most people actively avoid discussing because of the tension it can bring. But most people have interacted with religion on some level and have had to decide what they are going to do with it. This series explores individuals' decisions about engaging that journey. These guests have unlearned religion in their own ways. Some have gone taken a deeper dive into their faith, while others keep it at a distance. But a...

A lot of us have been taught to that to see something happen, all you have to do is speak it into existence. Some of us have been taught that what we need are "positive vibes" and "good energy" to see change. Well, both are wrong. Here's why...

Jaquetta Ross, graduate of Furman University, Masters of Divinity from Vanderbilt University, and now a Director of Student Engagement at Clemson University...oh and she's also Ruth Abigail's best friend... joins us to talk about how she has had to come out of hiding and be her full self, even if it made others a bit uncomfortable. Has this ever been you? If so, Jaquetta some gems and some encouragement to share with you!

It's the ultimate Freedom Friday... Good Friday! RA reflects on the realities of hopelessness that we face and the honesty it takes to admit we don't believe it can ever get any better. Sounds a bit morbid? Well, sometime it is. But not forever....

Take a few minutes and unlearn with RA this week!

Join RA and her friend Brittney for a few mins to hear what they are unlearning this week!

Join Ruth Abigail (RA) for a few mins to hear what she is unlearning this week! And sometimes, she'll have a friend!

Savannah Brister, former contest of "The Voice" and songwriting extraordinaire, shares about unlearning her people pleasing habits and maybe even a little bit about unlearning some church stuff too.

Hope Church Pastor of Singles and Young Adults, Rickey Fondren, shares about being a little too sensitive and what it takes to move forward in spite of some traits that may keep you stuck.

ADAJYO is in the house!!!! Nationally known, Memphis born, all female singing group shares how they have unlearned to re-learn loving themselves after life may have taught them differently. *Disclaimer: If you're in the car, make sure to use the bathroom before this one.

If you can unlearn YOU, you can unlearn anything.

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