Parables from everyday life. A sometimes snarky, but always serious look at the religious landscape.
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Hosts Greg Richter and Laura J. Axelrod ask: When is too early to decorate for Christmas, and have Halloween decorations gotten to gory? Warning: They get sidetracked on the displaying of fashion magazine covers in supermarkets and the premise of the 1970s TV show "Eight Is Enough." Share your thoughts in the comments. Engineered and edited by Greg Richter Produced by Laura J. Axelrod
In this episode, hosts Greg Richter and Laura J. Axelrod dive into the Missouri pastor who claims he’s cracked the code on biblical marriage—declaring that Scripture doesn’t prohibit multiple wives and proudly “marrying” a second one who’s now carrying his eighth child. Laura takes a decidedly dim view of his creative theology, while Greg breaks down the biblical and historical context that this…
Greg Richter finishes up his "listening party" with the last two albums of Bob Dylan's Christian trilogy, Saved (1980) and Shot of Love (1981). He ponders the critics' question, Is Dylan still a follower of Jesus? Are these songs still worth listening to? Stock up for gift-giving, and for yourself at Greg's merch store: shirts for adults and kids, coffee mugs, iPhone covers, scented candles,…
In my latest podcast episode, I’m trying something different. This is the first of a two-part discussion on Bob Dylan’s Christian trilogy. Recorded during a drive along I-20 through Georgia, I talk about the songs, Dylan’s conversion, and how his faith journey connects to my own “coming-to-Jesus” moment — which happened five years after his. Since I don’t have the rights to play Dylan’s music on…
Podcast Title: Faith When You’re Tired: Finding Rest and Renewal in a Weary World Hosts: Greg Richter and Laura J. Axelrod Opening Brief welcome and introduction of topic: “We’re talking today about what to do when you feel just plain tired — not just physically, but spiritually and emotionally tired from everything happening in the world.” Acknowledge the collective fatigue many believers feel.…
Hosts Greg Richter and Laura J. Axelrod discuss the recent mis-prediction of the Second Coming of Jesus and how it fits into past predictions and American society. They also talk about how they viewed the end of the world when they were growing up -- he in the U.S. South as an evangelical, she as a Catholic in New England. Support this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/GregRichter and…
It's not an easy assignment in today's hardened online discourse, but really, it never has been easy. But Jesus tells his followers it's what they need to do. This episode looks into why this is and at practical steps we can take to make life easier for others -- and ourselves. Read the columns mentioned in the episode here: How I Gave Up Anger for Lent, And Took Up Praying for My ‘Enemies’ The…
Hosts Greg Richter and Laura J. Axelrod dive deep into a compelling discussion on grace, conflict, and the biblical perspective surrounding the recent Phillies home-run ball controversy . At a Phillies vs. Marlins game on September 5, 2025 , Harrison Bader blasted a home-run into the stands at LoanDepot Park. A father, Drew Feltwell , caught it and gave it to his son Lincoln as a birthday gift—a…
In this episode, Greg Richter and Laura J. Axelrod sit down to share exciting updates on Greg’s new Patreon project. From thought-provoking columns and the launch of the C. Husal Utes video series to an upcoming book project, we talk about what’s in the works, why we’re creating it, and how you can follow along and support these efforts. If you’ve ever wondered what goes into sustaining…
I'm trying to add more positivity to social media with a daily reciting of the Lord's Prayer. Here's why.
