Contrary to Popular
Contrary to Popular is a podcast about responsible influence in the Church. Host Julianne Rhodes examines how Christian leaders shape biblical belief and why skill-building produces more meaningful change than performance pressure. Wrestling with faith can be messy, but that’s how mature believers are forged. If you want to make disciples marked by durable faith instead of dependency, this show is for you.
Contrary to Popular
Latest Episodes
Making Room for Messiness | with Jess Ronne
"I'm not sure I want to be a part of a church that's not full of misfits."Many churches work hard to create welcoming environments, yet countless families still feel unseen, isolated, or unsure if there is truly a place for them.I...
Healthy Influence | with Stephanie Alton
How do you help people grow without making them dependent on you?That question sits underneath every sermon, podcast, book, Bible study, and ministry platform.Christian leaders are called to guide people, encourage people, ...
Your Discernment Isn't Broken | with Dr. Sherri
❝ I felt like I missed out on the good Christian gene. ❞A lot of Christians wonder if something is wrong with them spiritually. Why does everyone else seem confident, connected to God, and certain of His voice… while they still feel stuc...
Born to Lead | with Suzanne Nadell
Do women need permission to become who God already wired us to be?For a lot of Christian women, that question sits underneath our people-pleasing, fear of conflict, overthinking, and the pressure to stay “small enough” to be accepted.
Spiritual Guerrilla Warfare | with Athena Dean Holtz
“I kept saying, ‘I forgive them… I forgive them…’ but it wasn’t working.”That moment led Athena Dean Holtz into a deeper realization: sometimes the conflict we think we’re fighting with people has a different layer entirely. When believe...
