Finding My Religion
We're a podcast that asks the question, "What do you believe?" We talk with people to find out how they grew up, what they think about today, and where they think they'll be in the future. Faith, religion, and spirituality are all such personal journeys. We're honored to be able to tell people's stories, no matter the belief.
Episodes
55 episodes
Keenan Turner: "Free Will is the Hammer"
Keenan Turner joins me on episode 1 of Finding My Religion. Keenan talks about his Catholic upbringing, his transition to a non-denominational church, to his time as a missionary. Finally we talk about where he is today with his faith.
Jim Mumford: "Good People Are Good People"
Jim Mumford joins me for episode 2. We dig into his Catholic upbringing, his faith as an adult, and what it means to continue to grow in what you (and others) believe.
Paige Phelps: "I don't know"
My sister, Paige, comes on to talk about our unique shared upbringing of having a pastor who is also your dad. Plus we dig into how this has molded us as an adult and we hear Paige's cat and dog!
Lucas Ray: "Faith"
On the 4th installment, we talk with Lucas Ray about his upbringing as a Christian and where he stands with his faith today.
Joe Evans: "In All I Do and Say"
On episode 5, Joe Evans joins the show to talk about growing up in the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints and his faith today.
Scott Bang: "Faith in Family"
On episode 6, Scott talks about his strong family bond that was instilled in him by his first generation Korean parents and what role that plays in his faith.
Drew Durlofsky: "The Tribe"
Drew joins the show to talk about what it was like growing up in the Jewish faith. He shares his experience with anti-semitism, relationship with the Holocaust, and more.
Richard McPheters: "Active Listening"
On the 8th episode, Richard joined the show to discuss his unique journey from Christianity, to Catholicism, to now being comfortable within his own community. We also discuss the relationship between religion and the LBGTQ+ community.
Don Phelps: "A Former Pastor"
My dad joins me on this episode to talk about his experience as a former paster, living with PTSD and addiction, and where his faith journey is at today.
Kai Yoo: "Soul Reservoir"
My brother-in-law, Kai, joins the show to talk about his Korean immigrant parents, growing up Christian in a Buddhist household, and what this all means as a new dad.
Feras Abdelrahman: "Peace Be Upon Him"
On episode 11, we hear from my college roommate, Feras. We talk about growing up in the Muslim faith, the affect 9/11 had on him and his family, and how he practices his faith with his young today.
Brett Taylor: "Stardust"
My good friend, Brett, comes on to talk about life as a Christian kid (including show choir!) and how reading about science and space has shaped his beliefs today.
Jared Wyllys: "It's Okay to Be Unsure"
Old friend, Jared Wyllys, comes on to talk about growing up as a pastor's kid and how that affected his relationship with Christianity today. We also talk about his 4 adopted children and how race and faith plays into his role as a dad.
Jimmy Hartnett: "The Tik Tok Theory"
Jimmy joins the show to talk about growing with an extended family who was Catholic, but parents who were not. Also, what happens when you die if you don't believe in a God?
Jess McPheters: "Nature"
Sister-in-law Jess joins the pod to talk about her experience growing up compared to her Brother, Richard (ep 8!). We talk about how nature and her knowledge of history have shaped her beliefs today.
Jordan Bastian: "Evolving"
MLB.com Cubs beat reporter, Jordan Bastian, joins the show to talk about growing up as a pastor's kid (yes, another one), how being the youngest sibling affected his faith, and how being a journalist helps with his spiritual journey.
Scott Braser: "Wants and Needs"
Longtime friend, Scott, joins the pod to talk about his conversion into Christianity as an adult. We talk about growing up Catholic, becoming atheist, and then finding his faith once again.
Lauren VanWormer: "Connection"
Lauren joins the pod to talk about losing her mom at a young age and how that shaped her faith later in life. Plus we talk about of social justice causes play a huge role in her beliefs today.
Ron Giordan: "Gio's Garden"
On this episode, Ron Giordan joined FMR to talk about growing up in the Catholic faith, juggling the idea of going to Jesuit school, and finally struggling with his faith as an adult. We also talk about his son, Gio and the work Ron and his wif...
Tyler Kirschenmann: "Growth and Change"
Listener, Tyler, joins the show to talk about growing up as a Christian, loss of family, and finally becoming comfortable with his Atheism as an adult.
Andrew Goetten: "Good Spirits"
Former college roommate and actor, Andrew Goetten, joins the show to talk about his faith journey after growing up Catholic. We talk about his experience with spirits, his view of the world, and how nature plays a big role in his faith today.&n...
Erich Carlton: "Fact vs. Belief"
Friend of the pod, Erich, joins to talk about his own spiritual journey. After belonging to a bible church as a kid, Erich went in search of what the meaning of all "this." Using math, science, and his own belief system, Erich talks about the u...