Pastor With No Answers Podcast

Wife and husband duo Jason Petty (Propaganda) and Dr. Alma Zaragoza-Petty sit with Pricilla and Joey to reflect on mental illness and the heaviness/pain it brings to a marriage. As Joey and Alma trade their “war stories,” Jason and Pricilla discuss the helplessness of not being able to “fix it” and the tension of providing love and support while not carrying the pain that isn’t theirs to carry. Riding the waves of mental illness that your spouse is on isn’t healthy for either partner. Joey and Pricilla have begun sharing their story of last year when Joey’s mental health crashed at a crisis level. You can follow their story by listening to episodes 258 and 261. Part 3 of their story will be released on 11/16. Song “Dope” Courtesy of Derek Minor and Propaganda from Nothing But a Word EP Red Couch Podcast w/ Dr. Alma and Propaganda: https://redcouchpodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram account: www.instagram.com/PWNApod: Current DonorSee: https://donorsee.com/pwnahelps: Join us as a patron! https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod: Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk https://twitter.com/pwnapod https://twitter.com/joeysvendsen https://www.facebook.com/PWNApod CALL 507-403-PWNA (7962): Questions, Comments, Feedback, Pushback, frustration? Air it out on our voicemail and we may air it on an episode. E-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence Theme and background music courtesy of: http://www.derekminor.com/ Executive Producer of PWNApod: Jared Svendsen

A Halloween special! But a legit conversation. American Roman Catholic Priest and designated exorcist of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Indianapolis, Fr. Vince gives account of real, eerie demon possessions and exorcisms he performed. We discuss the sorts of people demons pursue, the awareness of the possessed during an exorcism, how some cooperate with demons for long-term partnership, and why demons possess people in the first place. Riveting supernatural altercations with demons from an experienced exorcist. Father Vincent: https://www.brookvilleparishes.com/staff/view/id/9425 @PWNApod: Keep updated for new episodes on our Instagram account CALL 507-403-PWNA (7962): Questions, Comments, Feedback, Pushback, frustration? Air it out on our voicemail and we may air it on an episode. Be a Pastor With No Answers Patron: https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Follow this podcast: FB, T and I: PWNApod Follow Joey on FB, T and I: @joeysvendsen e-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence Current DonorSee need our listenership is contributing to: https://donorsee.com/pwnahelps Theme music courtesy of: http://www.derekminor.com/ Executive Producer of PWNApod: Jared Svendsen

This is going to be fun and we’ll share the results on episode 264. Go to @PWNApod on Instagram and VOTE. And we have one follow up question. On this episode, Joey also shares some beauty of the human spirit he encountered on Facebook. In an age of such social media toxicity, these stories are like cool water on a hot summer day. Or maybe even Kool-Aid. With ice. PWNA ELECTION: go to PWNApod on Instagram.

In this episode, Joey’s dad Virgil Svendsen reflects with Joey and Pricilla the dark days of taking care of Joey; and all the fears, anger and grief that came along with that season. Pricilla shares about the night she was actually afraid of Joey and had to call Virgil and Barbara (Joey’s mom) to spend the night with her. These are all tough things to reflect on and grapple with, but it’s the reality and truth we walked through. Immense beauty is often birthed from immense pain. Our story is no exception. Series Description: This time a year ago, our world was turned upside down by Joey’s mental health crash. We want to tell our story of suffering as well as the beauty amidst the suffering. From Joey’s week-stay at the hospital to our kids learning first-hand about mental illnesss, to natural worries of how long this all would last, we had a family that surrounded us, hope that filled my heart, a new closeness and a new beginning – Pricilla @PWNApod: Keep updated for new episodes on our Instagram account CALL 507-403-PWNA (7962): Questions, Comments, Feedback, Pushback, frustration? Air it out on our voicemail and we may air it on an episode. Be a Pastor With No Answers Patron: https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Follow this podcast: FB, T and I: PWNApod Follow Joey on FB, T and I: @joeysvendsen e-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence Current DonorSee need our listenership is contributing to: https://donorsee.com/pwnahelps Theme music and guest production: Andrew Holder: E-mail andrewholder74@gmail.com for your podcasting needs. Additional Music: “Demonica” and “New Clear Saturday” courtesy of Joe Guevara and Jejune. “Keep Hope Alive” courtesy of Joel T. Hamilton of Mechanical River: https://mechanicalriver.bandcamp.com Executive Producer of PWNApod: Jared Svendsen

At the top of the episode, Robbie Madison and John Mark McMillan join Joey to talk a bit about Christians’ tendency to make God formulaic and how it’s a bit laughable for humans to believe this is even possible. Then, the dynamic husband and wife duo talk a bit about their deconstruction journey. These two started an Instagram account @yourfavoriteheretics that is basically a one-stop, central hub for people who are deconstructing and detoxing from harmful religious upbringings. We discuss why fear doesn’t have to be a part of this process and ponder how we can all trust a loving God who sees our genuine desire to be on the right path, even when our faith heads in directions we would have once seen as rebellious. Why would a loving God want us to be anything but honest? Rachel explains why she’s currently not too patient with fundamentalists, given the abuse she experienced and still sees people undergoing at the hands of these people with toxic, fear-driven theological postures. Lastly, a peak of “My Depressive Episode 2: To See a Son Suffer.” (Releasing 10/21) @PWNApod: Keep updated for new episodes on our Instagram account Your Favorite Heretic: @YourFavoriteHeretics John Mark McMillan: @johnmarkmc, https://www.johnmarkmcmillan.com/ Robbie Madison: @RobbieMadisonMusic http://robbiemadison.com/category/music/ CALL 507-403-PWNA (7962): Questions, Comments, Feedback, Pushback, frustration? Air it out on our voicemail and we may air it on an episode. Be a Pastor With No Answers Patron: https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Follow this podcast: FB, T and I: PWNApod Follow Joey on FB, T and I: @joeysvendsen E-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence Current DonorSee need our listenership is contributing to: https://donorsee.com/pwnahelps Executive Producer of PWNApod: Jared Svendsen Theme music courtesy of: http://www.derekminor.com/ Other music courtesy of: https://mechanicalriver.bandcamp.com/

John Mark McMillan and Joey Svendsen enjoy their time with Pastor and Author Brian Zahnd, asking him a little about everything. What does Brian Zahnd think of the POTUS and if asked, would Brian serve on his spiritual advisement board? Brian Zahnd believes strongly in the church. He points out the problems with both the Christian right and left, highlighting how Jesus wouldn’t serve either of their agendas; because frankly, He has his own. The church is a part of the world that's “already changed by Christ.” Until we let this sink in, Zahnd concludes that Christians will continue to seek hope in what their political party can accomplish, these accomplishments having nothing to do with the more important Kingdom work we are to value above all. Brian and John Mark have an interesting take on why many artists are disinterested in politics. And of course, we get into some theology: atonement theories, Christian universalism, the gospel in its fullness. Zahnd https://brianzahnd.com/ https://twitter.com/BrianZahnd @PWNApod: For music, theology, and some good ‘ol fun (Instagram). CALL 507-403-PWNA (7962): Questions, Comments, Feedback, Pushback, frustration? Air it out on our voicemail and we may air it on an episode. Be a Pastor With No Answers Patron: https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Follow this podcast: FB, T and I: PWNApod Follow Joey on FB, T and I: @joeysvendsen e-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence Current DonorSee need our listenership is contributing to: https://donorsee.com/pwnahelps Executive Producer of PWNApod: Jared Svendsen Theme music courtesy of: http://www.derekminor.com/

In this episode 1 of “My Depressive Episode: The Five Month Journey,” Pricilla and I give you a snapshot of the depths of pain we experienced and discuss how we are forever changed by this journey. We also share with you the purpose for putting these episodes together. Our friend Ryan Amick comes on to share the story of him and a mutual friend, Ted Demas, conspiring with Pricilla to get Joey out of the house for some BBQ and how that excursion quickly went to hell. Series Description: This time a year ago (Oct 2019), I was in the mental hospital for a week stay. This move was the product of having no relief from depression and anxiety that progressively worsened through the months. Pricilla and I are going to tell our story over the course of many episodes that will also include the perspectives of friends and family who walked through this hell alongside us. We feel compelled to share the rawness of our experiences as a potential offering of hope to others who suffer with mental illness. We will also do any and everything we can to destigmatize the painful path that many are forced to walk on, in struggling with mental illness. NEXT EPISODE in this series: Oct 21st (Wed), “To See a Son Suffer” (with Virgil Svendsen). Music on this episode used with permission and courtesy of: “Theme Music” by Andrew Holder e-mail AndrewHolder74@gmail.com for all your podcast needs (production, editing, theme music) “New Clear Saturday” by Joe Guevara (from This Afternoon’s Malady by Jejune) “Record City After World” by Joe Guevara (from RIP by Jejune) “2000 Miles” by Joe Guevara (from RIP by Jejune) “Keep Hope Alive” by Joel T. Hamilton (from Officina) Find Joel here: https://mechanicalriver.bandcamp.com/ @PWNApod: Keep updated for new episodes on our Instagram account CALL 507-403-PWNA (7962): Questions, Comments, Feedback, Pushback, frustration? Air it out on our voicemail and we may air it on an episode. Be a Pastor With No Answers Patron: https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Follow this podcast: FB, T and I: PWNApod Follow Joey on FB, T and I: @joeysvendsen e-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence Current DonorSee need our listenership is contributing to: https://donorsee.com/pwnahelps Executive Producer of PWNApod: Jared Svendsen

First EPISODE: Oct 7th (Wed) This time a year ago (Oct 2019), I was in the mental hospital for a week stay. This move was the product of having no relief from depression and anxiety that progressively worsened through the months. Pricilla and I are going to tell our story over the course of many episodes that will also include the perspectives of friends and family who walked through this hell alongside us. We feel compelled to share the rawness of our experiences as a potential offering of hope to others who suffer with mental illness. We will also do any and everything we can to destigmatize the painful path that many are forced to walk on, in struggling with mental illness. @PWNApod: Keep updated for new episodes on our Instagram account CALL 507-403-PWNA (7962): Questions, Comments, Feedback, Pushback, frustration? Air it out on our voicemail and we may air it on an episode. Be a Pastor With No Answers Patron: https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Follow this podcast: FB, T and I: PWNApod Follow Joey on FB, T and I: @joeysvendsen e-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence Current DonorSee need our listenership is contributing to: https://donorsee.com/pwnahelps Music and guest production: Andrew Holder: E-mail andrewholder74@gmail.com for your podcasting needs. Executive Producer of PWNApod: Jared Svendsen

Matt Pryor, Chris Simpson and Joe Guevara from the aforementioned bands discuss the late nineties Emo music scene. Enjoy tons of music clips from various bands as these three icons of the scene discuss the old days of touring and why they're glad the internet craze of streaming music hadn't started yet. We discuss the terminology “emo” and how they felt about it, reflecting also on bands like Fall Out Boy, who blew up and were classified as the same genre. How did these guys feel about their buddies in Jimmy Eat World going “BIG TIME?” What’s their current music projects? Time to reminisce on the glory days of music that created a community of listeners worldwide who breathed and bled this music. Go to @pwnapod on Instagram and tell us your favorite band from that scene. https://donorsee.com/pwnahelps Matt @mattpryorsongs @thegetupkids Chris @officialmineral @mtntimemusic Joe facebook.com/Joeydiamond77 Songs played in order of appearance: “Woodson” by the Get Up Kids “Lunatic” by Jejune “Serenading” by Mineral “Second Place” by The Get Up Kids “Don’t Hate Me” by the Get Up Kids “July” by Mineral “One Transmission” by Jejune “Fin” by Christie Front Drive “Seven” by Sunny Day Real Estate “Flight of Peter Pan” by Dear Ephesus “A Girl Named Actually” by Roadside Monument “Marigold” by Appleseed Cast “For Want of“ by Rites of Spring “Happiness is all the Rage” by The Promise Ring “High as the Moon” by The Get Up Kids “Carbon Scoring” by Jimmy Eat World “Foxxmeat” by Lovelight Shine “Picture in the Paper” by The New Amsterdams “Foretold in G” by Mountain Time “Ballad of My Friends” by Zookeeper “February” by Mineral “Early Stars” by Jejune “Washing Square” by The Get Up Kids Other Music Episodes of PWNA: 65 - Best Albums of 2016 165 – “Sin Disease” the greatest album 181 – Indie Rock 1 188 – Indie Rock 2 174 – Best Albums of 2018 191 – Joe Christmas 200 – Top 50 Bands Countdown 217 – Top 50 Bands Countdown 217 – Best Albums of 2019 237 – Top 50 Bands Countdown 242 – Thrash music pioneers Vengeance Rising 249 – Top 35 Albums of the Decade Question, Comment, Feedback, Pushback, frustration? Air it out on our voicemail and we may air it on an episode: CALL 507-403-PWNA (7962) Be a Pastor With No Answers Patron: https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod Follow this podcast: FB, T and I: PWNApod Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Follow Joey on FB, T and I: @joeysvendsen Executive producer: Jared Svendsen e-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence

Preview of upcoming episodes at the beginning of this show. (REBOOT) - This episode aired 2 years ago, I often refer to it as my favorite episode, one that represents perfectly what this podcast is all about and why I'm motivated to continue making episodes. Art Rash discusses the loss of his son a couple of years ago. Growing up in his Pentecostal faith resulted in his belief of universal protection and continual favor for him and God’s other kids. Standing on God’s promises guaranteed his provision and rescue to those who believe. But what does one’s faith in God’s provision mean, when He doesn’t provide nor rescue? Be a Pastor With No Answers Patron: https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod Follow this podcast: FB, T and I: PWNApod Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Follow Joey on FB, T and I: @joeysvendsen e-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence Have a question, comment, feedback, pushback, or frustration about the content? Air it out on our voicemail and we may air it on an episode: CALL 507-403-PWNA (7962). You can text us too. Theme music courtesy of: http://www.derekminor.com/

Our guest today highlights the monumental changes the church undergoes every 500 years, and guess what, folks? It’s that time. Sarah Bessey is a best-selling author. She co-created and co-leads the conference and community of Evolving Faith and also is President of the Board for Heartline Ministries in Haiti. Sarah gives Joey, "guest co-host" Trisha Wilkerson, and all of our listeners reason to have great hope and joy during seasons of monumental shifts in our faith. We discuss the gift of ditching conservative and progressive fundamental Christianity for more important things like love, grace and kindness. She gives some guidance for parents who are raising kids while deconstructing, highlights the need for borrowing hope from others, and discusses another way of viewing the term “born again.” If you are going through spiritual deconstruction and maybe experiencing discomfort (or even fear) along the way, you are in for a treat. Questions, Comments, Feedback, Pushback, frustration? Air it out on our voicemail and we may air it on an episode: CALL 507-403-PWNA (7962) Sarah Bessey: https://sarahbessey.com/ @sarahbessey Evolving Faith Virtual Conference: https://evolvingfaith.com/conference DonorSee: https://donorsee.com/pwnahelps Guest Producer: Andrew Holder e-mail AndrewHolder74@gmail.com for podcast editing/producing needs. Be a Pastor With No Answers Patron: https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod Follow this podcast: FB, T and I: PWNApod Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Follow Joey on FB, T and I: @joeysvendsen e-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence Theme music courtesy of: http://www.derekminor.com/

So is there sexual activity in heaven? We hear from lots of contributors on this one. In the beginning all things were good. Food, work, companionship, all of creation, perfect connection with God, perfect beauty and I presume, perfect sex. Things got screwed up along the way, ruining everything; and most Christians believe Jesus will redeem “all things," enjoying them forever in a new, perfect world. Everything redeemed. Except sex. Hmmm. The only thing "off the table" is sex? That’s odd, right? It’s at least worth a discussion. Regulars Ellen Mauro and Pastor Chip Judd, a couple of priests (Fr. Wesley Walker and Fr. Chris Foley), Craig Gross, Preston Sprinkle, and more. Even Joey’s wife, Pricilla, doesn’t get off the hook on this one. Or should we say, since Joey had to talk about his proposal of sex in heaven with multiple partners to Pricilla, JOEY doesn't get off the hook. Vote here whether or not you think sex is in heaven: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Be a Pastor With No Answers Patron: https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod Follow this podcast: FB, T and I: PWNApod Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Follow Joey on FB, T and I: @joeysvendsen e-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence Have a question, comment, feedback, pushback, or frustration about the content? Air it out on our voicemail and we may air it on an episode: CALL 507-403-PWNA (7962). You can text us too. Theme music courtesy of: http://www.derekminor.com/ Music throughout episode courtesy of: https://mechanicalriver.bandcamp.com/

Two smart men, both fully convinced of two opposite “truths.” The Explorer’s Club: https://freemusic.theexplorersclub.com/ You heard “Ruby” and “Look to the Horizon” from their 2020 S/T Godless’ “Metal Sucks” Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9-ff6Kg-qT79TSADLx-ukQ Be a Pastor With No Answers Patron: https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod Follow this podcast: FB, T and I: PWNApod Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Follow Joey on FB, T and I: @joeysvendsen e-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence Have a question, comment, feedback, pushback, or frustration about the content? Air it out on our voicemail and we may air it on an episode: CALL 507-403-PWNA (7962). You can text us too. Another episode with these two guys: Episode 105 Theme music courtesy of: http://www.derekminor.com/ https://mechanicalriver.bandcamp.com/

We've heard the stories, we've seen the signs, our jaws have dropped, our stomachs have turned. Why do they do what they do? How do they reconcile their actions with the teachings of Jesus? How do they claim to practice love? Jack Hoey III and Joey talk to one of the leaders of Westboro Baptist, Tim Phelps. Jack Hoey: @jackthelesser Be a Pastor With No Answers Patron: https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod Follow this podcast: FB, T and I: PWNApod Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Follow Joey on FB, T and I: @joeysvendsen e-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence Have a question, comment, feedback, pushback, or frustration about the content? Air it out on our voicemail and we may air it on an episode: CALL 507-403-PWNA (7962). You can text us too. Music courtesy of: mechanicalriver.bandcamp.com/

What does that terminology even mean anymore? Is it a label we should dispose of because of the reputation and image it symbolizes? Does it even matter? Shane gives us his take, including why he's not on board with the "ex-vangelical" posture or #emptythepews sorts of movements. John Mark McMillan, Ellen Mauro, and I talk about cancelling people and Derek Minor drops in to share a few minutes of wisdom about viewing haters through eyes of empathy. Time stamps: 6:07 - John Mark McMillan, Ellen Mauro 17:35 - Derek Minor 38:45 - Shane Claiborne Derek Minor: @thederekminor, www.DerekMinor.com Shane Claiborne: @shaneclaiborne, www.redletterchristians.org John Mark McMillan: @johnmarkmc, https://www.johnmarkmcmillan.com/ Be a Pastor With No Answers Patron: https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod Follow this podcast: FB, T and I: PWNApod Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Follow Joey on FB, T and I: @joeysvendsen e-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence Have a question, comment, feedback, pushback, or frustration about the content? Air it out on our voicemail and we may air it on an episode: CALL 507-403-PWNA (7962). You can text us too. Music courtesy of: www.DerekMinor.com https://mechanicalriver.bandcamp.com/