James Kim, pastor of Shady Grove UMC, joins Laura and Aaron to discuss the recent HBO original series “Chernobyl.” They discuss the tragedy of Chernobyl, the cost of lies, and the odd beauty of the ... Continue Reading→
Watercooler Christianity – Episode 9: One Episode to Rule Them All w/ Patrick Murphy
Patrick Murphy, Pastor of Discipleship at Front Street UMC, joins Aaron and Laura to discuss J.R.R. Tolkien and his great work The Lord of the Rings. They discuss Tolkien’s life of trauma and ... Continue Reading→
Watercooler Christianity – Episode 8: That’s What Amie Said w/ Amie Stewart
In this episode we are joined by Amie Stewart, Associate Director of Ministerial Relations, to talk about "The Office." Sit with us while we discuss friendship, awkward conversations, accountability, ... Continue Reading→
Watercooler Christianity – Episode 7: “I’m Just A Girl” // Captain Marvel
Laura and Aaron discuss “Captain Marvel,” the importance of friendship, empathy, and the power of changing your mind. ... Continue Reading→
Watercooler Christianity – Episode 6: Cleanliness Is Next To Godliness w/ Tobi Nguyen
In this episode, Aaron and Laura are joined by Tobi Nguyen, Pastor of Nurture and Discipleship at University UMC in Chapel Hill, NC to discuss the Netflix show "Tidying Up with Marie Kondo," cleaning ... Continue Reading→
Watercooler Christianity – Episode 5: Superman (1978) w/ Nathan Wittman
Aaron and Laura chat with Nathan Wittman, Pastor of Saint James UMC in Tarboro, and Superman enthusiast. Reporting from the phone booth, (in hopes of spotting Superman in action) they discuss ... Continue Reading→
Watercooler Christianity – Episode 4: Bird Boxing w/ Adam Baker
In this episode, Adam Baker, Associate Pastor at Wesley Memorial UMC in Wilmington, NC and co-host of the podcast, “Instructions For Living a Life,” joins Aaron and Laura to discuss the newest Netflix ... Continue Reading→
Watercooler Christianity – Episode 3: Christmas Movies!
Laura and Aaron discuss secular Christmas movies and how they relate to the Christmas story. They discuss consumerism, Santa Christmas, Advent, and the joys of family Christmas traditions. ... Continue Reading→
Watercooler Christianity – Episode 2: Beer & Hymns w/ Claire Clyburn
Laura and Aaron sit down with pastor and Raleigh Beer & Hymns founder Claire Clyburn. They discuss inclusion, sacred and secular music, alcohol, and finding community outside the walls of the ... Continue Reading→