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BAD WORDS

Janice Lagata
Redeeming Love
Evangelicalism
Francine Rivers
Toxic Theology
Purity Culture
Gender Roles
Evangelical Christianity
Feminism
Deconstruction
Sexual Consent
Sex Work
Christian Romance
Women's Rights
Sexuality
Independence
Trauma
Autonomy
Consent
Patriarchy
Christianity

An exvangelical podcast giving toxic theology the read it deserves by taking another look at some of the bad books given major influence in evangelical christianity. Hosted by Janice Lagata and Melanie Kleimola

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In this episode of Bad Words, guest host Lauren joins Janice and Melanie to take apart chapters 31-32. They discuss Angel's struggles, Michael's motives, and the problematic depictions of sex work, gender roles, and racial themes. The conversation ex... more

In this episode of Bad Words, hosts Janice, Melanie, and Stephanie delve into the problematic aspects of chapters 28-30 of Redeeming Love.

The conversation highlights key plot points, including Angel's traumatic past and her current struggles with i... more

In this episode Janice Lagata & Melanie, tackle chapters 25 through 27 of Redeeming Love and reflect on the broader cultural implications of the story with guest host Marlaina . The trio discusses the book's portrayal of gender roles, purity culture... more

In this episode of Bad Words, hosts Janice (janicelagata.com) and Melanie (@climbholamel), along with guest Cheyenne, dive deep into Francine Rivers' 'Redeeming Love'. They unpack the toxic relationships, patriarchal themes, and misinterpretations of... more

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Recent Guests

Marla Taviano
Christian author and former evangelical
Episode: 305. SAY MY NAME with Marla

Hosts

Janice Lagata
Host of the show, known for her critical views on toxic theology and commitment to highlighting women's issues within evangelicalism.
Melanie Kleimola
Co-host and educator, focused on discussing the implications of evangelical literature and supporting personal growth.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • cool

    cool podcast i relate with y’all

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    annesquivel
    United States3 years ago
  • Please oh please let there be more seasons

    This podcast is just fantastic. Each episode contains such a wealth of wisdom, insight, humor, and hate reading. I binged the whole season in like 2 days. Janice and her guests just expose this dumb theology for what it is and they unearthed things for me that I had never thought of before. I had never actually read this book, but each chapter and episode revealed that this book infiltrated the systems I came out of, and the quite honestly this dumb theology had me trapped for a long time. Heari... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    holly_mcm
    United States4 years ago
  • Good podcast

    This is one of the podcasts I look forward to every week. It’s so funny and triggering at the same time (Janice isn’t triggering, JB - the subject being criticized and Christianity is triggering haha).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rndzy
    United States4 years ago
  • I keep coming back!

    ...even though it’s so triggering! I grew up being “encouraged” into submission to local church authority by JBs books and I’m finding a lot of healing through this podcast. The host and guests are real, raw and funny.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deanna44$$
    United States4 years ago
  • Healing

    This book has been weaponized against so many, including myself when I tried to call out the abuses at our old church. Keep going Janice!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lrwarren
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some find the content triggering but acknowledge the importance of addressing toxic theology and its impact.
The podcast is seen as a healing space for those grappling with painful pasts in evangelical contexts.
Listeners are drawn to the narrative style and personal stories that add depth to the analysis of religious texts.
Many listeners appreciate the humor and insight offered in the discussions, particularly valuing the hosts' candid critique of problematic books.

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#233
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

301. Redeeming Love: A SLOPPY SITUATION
Q: How has your evangelical view changed since reading this book?
Both hosts reflect on their journey from being deeply embedded in evangelicalism to their current understanding of faith and personal worth.
301. Redeeming Love: A SLOPPY SITUATION
Q: What did you like about this book?
The hosts discuss the aspects of the book that are compelling, while also pointing out its problematic elements and how perceptions change over time.
305. SAY MY NAME with Marla
Q: What do you think about how Michael is portrayed in comparison to God?
They discuss how Michael's behavior resembles a petty and jealous God, challenging perceptions of divine love.
305. SAY MY NAME with Marla
Q: So how far are you in the book at this point?
Marla mentions she finished 19 chapters and finds it tedious but is willing to continue reading.

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This series offers a critical examination of influential texts within evangelical Christianity, focusing on how they perpetuate harmful messages and toxic ideologies. Each episode is anchored around a specific book, often scrutinizing the portrayals of femininity, consent, and relationships that emerge from these narratives. The hosts employ humor and candid analysis, creating a space that promotes personal reflection and healing while addressing complex topics like purity culture, sexual agency, and the challenges of deconstructing toxic theological frameworks. This unique approach makes it essential listening for anyone interested in re-evaluating their beliefs or those seeking community dialogue surrounding evangelical literature.

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