How Deconstructing POWER Healed My Marriage

About this episode

Halley Kim shares her journey of deconstructing power structures in her marriage and the effects of purity culture.

In this episode, Andrew is joined by writer and editor Halley Kim to explore the profound intersection of theology, patriarchy, and personal agency. As a former pastor’s wife within conservative Evangelicalism, Halley shares her journey of moving beyond simple theological deconstruction to dismantle the power structures that once defined her life and marriage. Together, they discuss the dehumanizing effects of purity culture and the "anti-knowing" messages that discourage women from trusting ...

People in this episode

Host: Andrew

Guest: Halley Kim

Topics covered

• theology
• patriarchy
• personal agency
• purity culture
• deconstruction
• marriage

Keywords

• theology
• patriarchy
• purity culture
• deconstruction
• marriage
• personal agency
• Evangelicalism

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Evangelicalism

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