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The Ocean Podcast

The Ocean Podcast

By Adam Mosley

A show about life and faith that is welcoming, affirming, and encouraging to others...and yourself.
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Unhousing Crisis

The Ocean PodcastMay 18, 2021

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Unhousing Crisis

Unhousing Crisis

Homeless services worker and advocate, Kevin Nye, discussing the solutions to homelessness, and why our resistance is so strong.
May 18, 202145:06
Activist Theology

Activist Theology

Host Adam Mosley discusses embodied, relational theology with Latinx, transqueer scholar and theologian, Dr. Robyn Henderson-Espinoza.
May 11, 202149:20
Journey, So Far

Journey, So Far

Host Adam Mosley discusses his personal journey of life and faith, pointing out some of the significant moments which have shaped and redirected him over the course of his life.
May 04, 202128:56
Tear It All Down

Tear It All Down

Guests Lauren DeLeary and Adam Frost from "Deconstruct" join us to talk about their journey down the slippery slope, and host Adam Mosley has some thoughts on guns and racism.
Apr 27, 202152:45
Christian Music, Huh?

Christian Music, Huh?

The Christian music industry, like any other business is competitive, and not everyone is so nice. Guest Chris Hauser (on of the nice ones) shares his perspective from 40 years in the Christian music business.
Apr 13, 202145:17
Stepping Out w/ Guest Rev Steven D. Martin

Stepping Out w/ Guest Rev Steven D. Martin

Host Adam Mosley and Rev Martin discuss the intersection of church and politics, the long journey of faith discovery, and the future of the church.
Apr 06, 202147:59
Can't Keep Up

Can't Keep Up

Host Adam Mosley reflects on this week's events.
Mar 30, 202109:44
Faith Decolonized And Dismantled w/ Guest Jo Luehmann

Faith Decolonized And Dismantled w/ Guest Jo Luehmann

Guest Jo Luehmann talks about her journey of faith, deconstruction, and decolonization.
Mar 23, 202147:24
One Toxic Thing Leads To Another w/ Guest Kristin Kobes Du Mez

One Toxic Thing Leads To Another w/ Guest Kristin Kobes Du Mez

Join host, Adam Mosley, and author Dr. Kristin Kobes Du Mez, as they discuss the events that have shaped evangelicalism over the past 75 years, and how they lead directly to Donald Trump and white Christian nationalism.
Mar 16, 202143:50
I Don't Know That I Don't Know That I Don't Know

I Don't Know That I Don't Know That I Don't Know

Is it possible to have faith without certainty? Some would say no. On this episode, host Adam Mosley suggests that, in fact, certainty is a hinderance to faith and a falsehood in its own right.
Mar 09, 202123:42
Deep Dive: Rebekah Taussig - Part 2

Deep Dive: Rebekah Taussig - Part 2

Author and speaker Rebekah Taussig is once again with us, discussing the universality of disability, life during COVID, and dealing with the unexpected.
Mar 02, 202131:29
Deep Dive: Rebekah Taussig

Deep Dive: Rebekah Taussig

Author and speaker Rebekah Taussig talks about disability, ablism, and how growing up in a Christian family and community impacted her view of herself.
Feb 23, 202128:02
Embracing All The Yous

Embracing All The Yous

The good, the bad, and the ugly. Our lives are made up of moments, big and small, that help to define who we are. In this episode, we discuss how we can embrace all the versions of ourselves, past and present, as we look toward a preferred future.
Feb 16, 202123:33
Deep Dive: Crystal Cheatham

Deep Dive: Crystal Cheatham

Our Bible App CEO, Crystal Cheatham, sits down to talk about live, love, loneliness, and an online community for progressive Christians. We also discuss the new anthology, The Deconstructionist Playbook.
Feb 09, 202128:57
Deep Dive: Josh Scott

Deep Dive: Josh Scott

Pastor Josh Scott of GracePointe Church in Nashville joins us for a wide-ranging conversation about progressive Christianity, the future of the church, and some of the challenges of leaving old theologies and systems behind.
Feb 02, 202136:59
The Revolution Will Be Co-Created

The Revolution Will Be Co-Created

Breaking out of our relational silos can lead to life-changing revelation which also has the potential to change the world. In this episode, host Adam Mosley discusses the power of co-creation in our lives.
Jan 26, 202124:46
Healthy For Your Own Sake

Healthy For Your Own Sake

Too often, self-care is seen a selfishness or sinful. In this episode, host, Adam Mosley, talks about taking care of yourself for the sake of yourself–of being a healthier, more vibrant you.
Jan 19, 202122:40
Finding Our Way

Finding Our Way

In the midst of chaos and overwhelming news, we look to find our way forward. In this episode, host Adam Mosley looks at his own path–where he's been, where he is, and where he's going–and encourages us all on our own journeys.
Jan 12, 202133:56
A Sea Of Hope

A Sea Of Hope

What now? Having survived 2020, jumping into 2021, what's next for us in The Ocean community? What future can we envision, and what actions can we take to get us there? This is an episode about hope for the future.
Jan 05, 202122:47
Looking Back: Season 1

Looking Back: Season 1

As we come to the end of our first season, Adam takes a look back at some memorable moments from our first 15 episodes.
Nov 17, 202036:12
Deep Dive: Meghan Tschanz

Deep Dive: Meghan Tschanz

Guest Meghan Tschanz talks faith, feminism, purity culture, and the toxic theology that feeds rape culture and patriarchy.
Nov 10, 202035:09
Election Special

Election Special

Election Day is here at last. In this episode, Adam discusses some of the historic runs made by women in U.S. presidential politics.
Nov 03, 202022:16
Chain Of Command

Chain Of Command

Obedience is a highly held virtue in many faith communities. But who or what are we supposed to obey, and what systems are we upholding when we do? In this episode, we look at patriarchal authoritarianism and consider an alternative.
Oct 27, 202022:47
Out to Get Me

Out to Get Me

Are Christians really persecuted in America? Many American Christians insist that they are. On this episode, we take a look at what these Christians call persecution, the harm their persecution complex has done, and how we can counter their exclusionary narrative.
Oct 20, 202029:11
Must We Always Be Right?

Must We Always Be Right?

How important is certainty to your life and faith? In this episode, we discuss how certainty has been used to subjugate and marginalize people of faith throughout history and in the present day.
Oct 13, 202028:07
Deep Dive: Darren Calhoun (Part 2)

Deep Dive: Darren Calhoun (Part 2)

In part 2 of our interview with Darren Calhoun, we discuss Darren's intersectional advocacy work and how his message filters through church communities.
Oct 06, 202024:44
Deep Dive: Darren Calhoun (Part 1)

Deep Dive: Darren Calhoun (Part 1)

Special guest, Darren Calhoun, talks faith, disfunction, and offering others the grace we've been given.
Sep 29, 202027:55
Fair Isn't Always Equal

Fair Isn't Always Equal

Outcomes matter. Starting places matter. Equal opportunity isn't enough. In this episode, we explore how our treatment of others directly reflects our love of God.
Sep 22, 202030:46
You're Welcome

You're Welcome

Sometimes it becomes difficult to make room for yourself within your faith. In this episode, we discuss how to have a self-welcoming, self-affirming faith.
Sep 15, 202023:33
Model Hypocrite

Model Hypocrite

The common refrain when asked about the Church is that it's full of hypocrites. In this episode, we own up to our hypocrisy, and confront the double-edged sword of the purity system.
Sep 08, 202026:57
Deep Dive: Brian Jeansonne

Deep Dive: Brian Jeansonne

Our special guest, spiritual director, Brian Jeansonne helps us do a deep dive on the topics of authenticity and vulnerability, deconstruction and reconstruction, and how we respond in times of crisis.
Sep 01, 202037:38
What Storms May Come

What Storms May Come

In times of crisis, it can feel like the universe is spinning wildly out of control. Host, Adam Mosley, talks about some practical ways to prepare for, and respond to crisis.
Aug 25, 202031:54
Unbuilt to Rebuild

Unbuilt to Rebuild

Sometimes, you have to demolish to remodel. This episode explores the idea of deconstructing our faith and rebuilding it anew.
Aug 18, 202028:35
Stripped Down

Stripped Down

What does it mean to be an ocean person and to create a new ocean for others? In this episode, we look at an interesting human ritual, and what it can teach us about vulnerability and the need for spaces and people who allow us to be our true selves.
Aug 11, 202025:30
Welcome To The Ocean

Welcome To The Ocean

What is The Ocean Podcast all about? Host Adam Mosley explains why the ocean is a perfect metaphor for life and faith that is welcoming, affirming, and encouraging to others...and yourself.
Aug 04, 202022:32
The Ocean Podcast - Trailer

The Ocean Podcast - Trailer

The Ocean Podcast is fostering a virtual community gathering place that is open, affirming, and encouraging for everyone. Reconnect with the God you thought rejected you, reconstruct the faith you thought you couldn’t have, and reignite a passion for life that is meaningful and impactful in this world. Join us on this journey in helping create a safe space where a diverse group of people can join as one community in making faith more accessible for all.
Jul 22, 202001:29