The Models We Live By

Wow, we're back, everyone! I may have convinced my wife, Kim, to join me as a permanent co-host! For those who don't know her, Kim is a brilliant scholar and human being. She's got a background as a creative director for our UX design studio back in the day and in non-profit management. She received an MA in Education from VCU in Culturally Responsive Leadership. Today, we're surveying the upcoming season and briefly touching on the concept of the perception gap. First, from a theological perspective, and later we apply it to a modern concept. I'm so happy to be back with y'all! Follow Kim on IG @kim_van_essen Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

In this conversation, Emily Paulson discusses her journey as a recovery advocate and her experience with multi-level marketing (MLM). She shares her involvement with the Sober Mom Squad, an online community for moms struggling with alcohol use. She explains what MLMs are and why they can be harmful and reflects on her own participation in an MLM and the realization of her complicity in upholding harmful systems. Emily emphasizes the importance of sitting with discomfort and recognizing the nuances in complex issues. She encourages individuals to challenge assumptions and strive for a deeper understanding of the systems they are a part of.Takeaways Recognize the harm that MLMs can cause and be cautious of their predatory nature. Engage in open and honest conversations about complicity and the systems we participate in. Sit with discomfort and embrace ambiguity to foster personal growth and understanding. Challenge assumptions and strive for a deeper understanding of complex issues.Links and Socials: Instagram Buy "Hey, Hun" Sober Mom Squad Ted Talk (no biggie) Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

I'm so happy to be back again! Sorry for a pause in publishing - a lot has been going on but I'm excited to share all the stories from guests that I have interviewed. On today's show we are joined by Zach Lambert and we get to talk about how to create safe spaces, how pastors have a leading role in creating movements for queer people and other marginalized folks, and the understand that that no one is free, until everyone is free. Follow Zach on socials (but you probably already do!) TwitterInstagramThreadsBluesky Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

On today's show, we are joined by Micah Melody Taberner. Micah Melody is the Community Care Coordinator for Transmission Ministry Collective—an online community dedicated to the spiritual care, faith formation, and leadership potential of transgender and gender-expansive Christians. The TMC community is created by and for trans people, building a space where trans Christians can be connected to others, grounded in their identity and faith, and empowered to lead. Their programs include an array of support groups, a 24-7 moderated chat server, a leadership development initiative, and educational and faith formation events for both trans folks and those wishing to practice allyship. You can learn more about TMC at https://transmissionministry.com. Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

On today's episode, we are joined by Pastor Anthony from the Table Church. Anthony Parrott hails from Goshen, Indiana. Before moving to Washington, DC in 2020, he and his family pastored in northwest Iowa for 10 years. He received a Bachelors in Philosophy and Bible from Bethel University, Indiana, and a Masters of Divinity with an emphasis in Theology from Asbury Theological Seminary. He has the joy of being a husband to Emily and father to Audrey and Wesley. He’s a devoted fan of Star Wars and a connoisseur of fine sodas. Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

CW - mentions of transphobia Today we are joined by Tim Whitaker from the New Evangelicals talking about how white people can navigate space and why he is considering himself an evangelical while at the same time being progressive in his faith expressions. Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

CW - Brief mention of abuse. Tamice is the author of the transformative book "Faith Unleavened", an exploration of faith in a society that is dominated by whiteness. She's also the host of the popular podcast "Life After Leaven". In today's episode, she shares her own experiences and insights on navigating faith coming out of a white evangelical church as a black non-binary person. Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

CW - Mentions Sexual AbuseWelcome to the Season Finale!! Woohoo! In this episode, we talk with Tommy about how experiences like joys and trauma get to live inside our bodies. But we also talk about how bodies have been historically exploited and controlled. Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

In today's episode we are joined by Angie Hong, co-founder of Kinship Commons, who is sharing about her upbringing within a Korean-American context, how being othered has hurt her but eventually inspired her to do the work of connection, and how liturgy could fit in the bedroom. Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

CW - brief mention of rapeToday Brandi Miller from Reclaiming my Theology will be joining us to talk about sex, belonging, and the way we white supremacy has affected the way we interact across genders. Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

CW - This episode talks about themes of abuse and sexual assault.Today Maddie is joining us again to talk about her experience learning about sex while growing up and her research and opinions on how we can remedy the discomfort when we talk about it. Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

In today's episode, Dr. Tina Schermer Sellers joins us for a frank and open conversation about how we have gotten to a place where we are unable to talk about sex. Dr. Tina is the author of Sex, God, and the Conservative Church: Erasing Shame from Sexual Intimacy and Shameless Parenting: Everything You Need to Raise Shame-Free, Confident Kids and Heal Your Shame Too! Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe