Episodes

July 21, 2026

hijacked by better gods again

Thinking out loud. It's what I do now. lagatascratch@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 18, 2026

hijacked by better gods

A quick heads-up before you hit play: God Has Not Given As A Podcast is never coming back, but the work is evolving. Welcome to a special broadcast introducing better gods—an offensive Christian podcast hosted by Janice Lagata where she doesn’t talk to people she doesn’t like. Consider this episode a masterclass in friendly fire, a clearing of the decks, and the official introduction to the next phase of Janice's public ministry. If you’ve been following Janice's journey through the deconstruc...
June 18, 2025

It's Always End Times in Deconstruction

This is it. The final episode of God Has Not Given. No fanfare, no farewell tour—just an Irish goodbye as I leave the decon dancefloor. In this final installment, I talk about why now and what’s next. Thank you for listening, for lurking, for letting me be part of your background noise. And if you want to keep going with me—DeluLa is already in motion. 🔗 janicelagata.com/delula ✨ A new vibe. A new vision. New shenanigans. Same old me. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...
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Sept. 23, 2024

HOW MANY REPUBLICANS ARE ON THIS CALL?! with Nerd Nuance

The Debate Debrief: Navigating Nuance and Reality
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Aug. 7, 2024

IT ALL COUNTS with Natalia

Paul, Trees and Translations
6
May 15, 2024

DEPRAVITY & DIVINE JESUS with Nate & Gail

This episode captures a profound exploration of identity, faith, and creativity with Gail and Nate from the Full Mutuality podcast. It encompasses their journey of deconstructing their evangelical upbringing and the challenges of reshaping their identity and beliefs. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of critical thinking and self-discovery, particularly in regards to sexuality and personal belief systems post-evangelicalism. Furthermore, it celebrates their achievements in the realm of di...
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May 4, 2024

CLOWNOLOGY AND/OR CHRISTIAN NATIONALISM with April

In this in-depth conversation, April Ajoy shares her unique journey from being raised in a Pentecostal household with a strong belief in Christian nationalism, through personal and family experiences leading to her deconstruction of faith, to confronting issues of gender identity within her marriage. April discusses the impact of her upbringing on her views, the transformative effects of encountering diverse perspectives, and the challenges she faces from the evangelical community due to her pro...
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April 10, 2024

LOOK AT THAT HORSE with the IV Most Wanted

Cowboy Carter, Celebrating Beyoncé's Impact and Evolution
5
April 3, 2024

THEOLOGIZIN' BIGGER with Trey

Twitter, Black churches and churches with Black people
4
Feb. 27, 2024

CHRISTIAN REVENGELICALISM

Extra Mid in February
3
Feb. 7, 2024

NONVIOLENCE FOR DUMMIES? with Scott

Apostasy, Britney and Tim
2
Jan. 17, 2024

TOO OPPRESSED TO BE BEST

Extra Mid in January
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Jan. 3, 2024

FOUR FOREVER with Adrian

Let's begin with the end.
Dec. 20, 2023

JULIANNA MARGULIES & THE E. VILLE CORPORATION [EXTRA MID]

The Quran, Supremacy, Humanity and Transactional Allyship
Dec. 8, 2023

EXTRA MID - ONE

A brief introduction and beliefs about belief.
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Oct. 18, 2023

FRIENDS TILL THE END with Tim

Join Janice and her friend, Tim, for a conversation about deconstructing before, during and after deconstruction. Brought to you by the past, the present and MarioKart. WHERE TO LOCATE: TIM WHITAKER @thenewevangelicals || instagram Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram janicelagata.com || dotcom Hit the LINKTREE for more info on: Becoming a Jodly or Jodwilling Patron Grift of God, an exvangelical game book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct. 4, 2023

GOODBYE HAS NOT GIVEN with Janice

A very special episode where the main character goes off to college... and/or smokes pot and/or has sex and/or joins a gang. WHERE TO LOCATE: Janice @godhasnotgiven || instagram janicelagata.com || dotcom Hit the LINKTREE for more info on: Becoming a Jodly or Jodwilling Patron Grift of God, an exvangelical game book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sept. 6, 2023

A CULT FOR EVERYBODY with Roberta

MLMs, Documentaries and the Religion of Capitalism
Aug. 16, 2023

BAIT AND SWITCH

Hold please...
5
Aug. 2, 2023

YOU WILL HEAL THE NATIONS with Lo

Life after worship leading and prophecy.
4
July 19, 2023

WHITENESS AND THE WOLF with Tamice

White evangelicalism, Black death and living for freedom
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July 5, 2023

BETHEL V. HILLSONG with Mike

Christianity, Queer Affirmation, Social Media & Spirituality