Episodes

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Jan. 2, 2020

Introducing the Activist Theology Podcast

Beginning January 16, 2020, join co-hosts Dr. Robyn Henderson-Espinoza and Rev. Anna Golladay as they explore conversations fueled by analysis and activism, all in pursuit of getting our collective hands dirty to achieve social liberation.
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Jan. 16, 2020

001-Activist Theology Podcast - Intros

Rev. Anna Golladay and Dr. Robyn take this first episode to introduce themselves, share a bit about the work of ATP and the intent of this podcast.
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Jan. 23, 2020

002-Activist Theology Podcast

Rev. Anna Golladay and Dr. Robyn share some thoughts on the upcoming United States election and have a conversation with Doug Pagitt about the work of Vote Common Good. To support the podcast, visit www.activistheology.kindful.com
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Jan. 30, 2020

Becoming Anti-Violent in a World of Violence

This week is week three (3)! Rev. Anna Golladay and Dr. Robyn talk about violence! It's a good one!
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Feb. 6, 2020

Genocide, the Super Bowl & a Conversation with Mark Charles

In this episode, Robyn and Anna share an impactful conversation with Native American activist and independent candidate for the Presidency, Mark Charles. In addition, we tackle the Super Bowl, Mark's campaign, Anna's latest adventure on the sea, and the ...
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Feb. 20, 2020

Our Bodies - On Health and Liberation

Dr. Robyn and Anna chat about recent health issues, the healthcare crisis the need for our bodies to work collectively in the fight for solidarity and liberation for all.
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Feb. 20, 2020

Our Bodies - As Canvas & Resistance

Dr. Robyn and Anna continue the narrative on our bodies. The share the stories around their tattoos and speak of the importance of sharing our stories as work against power and supremacy.
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Feb. 27, 2020

On Trauma & Privilege - A Conversation with Mike McHargue

After Robyn and Anna share some frustrating and emotional things that happened in their week, they sit down with Mike McHargue (Science Mike) to chat about his new book, the work he has done to divest himself of his privilege and how white folx (men in p...
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March 5, 2020

A Conversation on Shame - With Guest Matthias Roberts

Robyn and Anna welcome our dear friend, Matthias Roberts from the Queerology podcast. Join us as we continue our conversation from last week and dig into our collective work around shame.
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March 12, 2020

Tornados & Healthcare – What in the World Are We Facing?

Dr. Robyn speaks of their experience during the Nashville and central Tennessee tornado and alongside Anna, dive into the COVID-19 and healthcare crisis our country currently faces.
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March 19, 2020

Social Solidarity During Times of Physical Distancing

What does the current COVID-19 pandemic mean for us as humans? How do we maintain social solidarity with one another when we are asked to keep a physical distance? How do we sink deeper into community and our call for belonging during these disruptive an...
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March 26, 2020

White Supremacy & Ancestry - A Conversation with Layla Saad

LAYLA IS THE AUTHOR OF THE GROUND-BREAKING BOOK ME AND WHITE SUPREMACY (2020) AND THE HOST OF GOOD ANCESTOR PODCAST.As a widely read writer, a globally sought speaker and a popular podcast host, Layla is passionate about creating Inspiration, Education ...
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April 1, 2020

BONUS - COVID Bitchcast

You've heard of the podcast, but have you heard of the Bitchcast? Dr. Robyn and Rev. Anna are up to their noses in annoyance. Join them for this bonus episode of snark, complaining and eye-rolling.
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April 3, 2020

What Are Our Bodies Telling Us Right Now? A Somatic Response to COVID-19

Dr. Robyn and Anna welcome to the podcast Erin Law, Curator of Embodiment Practice for the Activist Theology Project.
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April 9, 2020

A Conversation on Privilege & Toxic Masculinity During the Pandemic

Robyn and Anna chat with Jeff Koetje, a friend who is quarantined in New York City and is experiencing the gamut of COVID-19 challenges. Having been furloughed, Jeff reflects on how he is contemplating next steps and shares about his own work in dismantl...
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April 16, 2020

It's the Little Things We Miss

What are you missing right now as you sit quarantined? We all have things that are missing – some serious, some quite ridiculous. Robyn and Anna chat about the things they are missing.
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April 23, 2020

How Does Supremacy Culture Breed Climate Injustice

This week the world celebrates Earth Day (4/22) and we collectively acknowledge our relationship to this planet we call home. Robyn and Anna look at climate justice issues and their correlation to supremacy culture in this week's episode.
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May 1, 2020

May Day - A Conversation on the Rights of Workers

Dr. Robyn and Anna dig into the rights of workers and how those rights are undermined, minimized, and capitulated in the elite's search for supremacy.
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May 7, 2020

Queer Affirmation In the Church – Why Is It Even A Question? A Conversation with Lisa Sharon Harper and Shane Claiborne

Much like the issue of slavery in the early 19th century, the issue of LGBTQ inclusion is splitting denominations across the United States. On opposite sides of the fault-line are those calling for inclusion and those engaging processes and crafting poli...
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May 15, 2020

Storytelling As Resistance - A Conversation with John Pavlovitz

John Pavlovitz is a pastor, author, blogger, and truth-teller from Wake Forest, North Carolina.His blog Stuff That Needs To Be Said has reached a diverse worldwide audience. A 20-year veteran in the trenches of local church ministry, John is committed to...
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May 21, 2020

Because It Has To Be All About Love - A Conversation with Sara Cunningham

"I’m a Christian mom with a gay kid living in Oklahoma saying enough is enough. If I don’t fight for my son (and his rights) like my hair is on fire, then who will? It’s time we celebrate our LGBTQ+ children. And I won’t stop until I no longer hear horro...
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May 29, 2020

The Sin of Racism – On the Murder of George Floyd

Minneapolis is burning. Our black siblings are being murdered at rates that should mandate a systemic shift in collective thinking. And yet, racism remains the greatest sin of our generation and generations that have come before us. Dr. Robyn and Rev. An...
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June 6, 2020

The Complexities of Our Being & Our Work - A Conversation with Jessica Halem

As we begin PRIDE month, we will be having conversations with queer folx who are doing liberation work in the world. We open this month with a conversation with activist, diversity trainer, and inclusion officer, Jessica Halem. Jessica is the LGBTQ Outre...
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June 11, 2020

Black Movements & Civil Resistance - A Conversation with Andre Henry

This week Dr. Robyn and Anna dig deep into the work of the movement with activist Andre Henry. Andre is the program manager for the Racial Justice Institute at Evangelicals for Social Action and holds a B.A. in Practical Theology and an M.A. in Theology ...