Episode 212

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13th Nov 2023

Finding GOD through the deconstruction of the dogmatic with David Hayward, The Naked Pastor.

If you grew up religious like us, but are now scratching your head, wondering if you actually believe those beliefs anymore, and curious about deconstruction...then this episode is for you.

With a Masters in Theological Studies, as well as Diplomas in Religious Studies and Ministry, and University Teaching, David Hayward is no stranger to belief systems. In 2010, after 30 years as a pastor, David left the ministry to focus on his art as The NakedPastor and the community that was emerging around it. When he started NakedPastor it was a novelty but has since grown into a diverse global community of independent thinkers who support each other on their journey to personal spiritual freedom. Beyond his art, David has also written 9 books and has been blogging on spirituality, deconstruction, and religious freedom since 2006.

In this episode:

  • David's gift of creative expression
  • Why the name "NakedPastor"
  • What is deconstruction?
  • Why he left the ministry after 30 years of pastoring
  • The isolation of deconstruction
  • And so much more

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Mimi Lindquist

I am owner of MimiFit, creator of Brain Hits - the only AHCC food. Disease prevention educator and Culinary Nutrition Expert. Basically I teach people how to use food as medicine, focusing on mushrooms specifically.

Dental hygienist by degree. Nerd at heart. Chase-lover. Cat lady. Mushroom Queen.