Best Transgressor Podcasts (2025)

1
Religious Rebels 01 | Joan of Arc: Mystic, warrior and gender transgressor 54:06

Play Pause

2d ago54:06

54:06

A teenage peasant who claimed to hear the voice of God — and changed the course of European history. At just seventeen, Joan of Arc convinced the French prince to let her lead an army against the English, turning the tide of the Hundred Years’ War. But her victories came at a price: captured, accused of heresy, and burned alive at nineteen. Was she…

1
He was Numbered among Transgressors 49:30

20d ago49:30

49:30

Luke 23:32-43By New City Fellowship

1
The Resurrection of Christ 33:57

6d ago33:57

33:57

Luke 23:50-24:12By New City Fellowship

1
THE BEST OF THE GILDED AGE COUNTDOWN #29 - THE ROMANCE OF JEDEDIAH 32:15

7d ago32:15

32:15

To celebrate Jon Hagadorn's 10 years of storytelling, we are doing a countdown of the most beloved stories. This week, #29, The Romance of Jedediah, by Lucy Maude Montgomery, one of our favorite authors here at 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age. Next up in our "Best of the Gilded Age" countdown is Lucy Maude Montgomery's charming tale, "The Romance …

1
Near-death experiences: myth or mystical? 54:07

9d ago54:07

54:07

What’s on the other side of the near-death experience?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

1
The Death of Christ 40:35

13d ago40:35

40:35

Luke 23:44-49By New City Fellowship

1
Was Jesus a real person? 54:07

17d ago54:07

54:07

Only half of all Australians understand Jesus to be a real person who lived at a time and place in history, according to the latest Australian Community Survey. Two in 10 Australians said Jesus was a mythical or fictional character while three out of 10 didn’t know. Their doubts stand in contrast to those of ancient historians, classicists and New …

1
THE BEST OF THE GILDED AGE [THE VILLAGE SINGER] 38:37

21d ago38:37

38:37

The Best of the Gilded Age is a countdown episode series of the most beloved stories to celebrate 10 years of storytelling with Jon Hagadorn. We begin with The Village Singer by Mary Wilkins-Freeman, #30 in our top episodes list. This episode first aired on September 29th, 2024 and has had over 1,120 listens in the past year! "A Village Singer" tel…

1
Why do human animals fly planes and build cities? 54:07

23d ago54:07

54:07

What separates humans from other animals? It’s not our brain hardware. It’s our always changing brain software. For so long, humans believed our brain power separates us from animals: since the earliest human species, our brain size has tripled. But our brains haven’t grown for 30,000 - probably 300,000 years. So, why are we the ones who build citi…

1
What Jesus Said on His Way to the Cross 52:01

27d ago52:01

52:01

Luke 23:26-31By New City Fellowship

1
Could whales be Gods? 54:07

1M ago54:07

54:07

In the Pacific Ocean right now grey, humpback and southern right whale populations are increasing. This is important for us all ecologically. But for some of us, even more is at stake. Because around the world, from the equator to the Arctic, from Russia to New Zealand, throughout history and today, humans revere whales, as spiritual ancestors and …

1
ANNE OF THE ISLAND [ANNOUNCEMENT] 2:01

1M ago2:01

2:01

Did you know that Jon recently produced his 1001st episode? To celebrate his 10 years, we are going into the vaults and bringing back the best of the best episodes, complete with a fresh feel and commentary provided by your host, Gizelle Erickson. To the fans of Anne - have no fear! We will be continuing to produce episodes for you, and will resume…

1
The Righteous One Was Condemned 36:21

1M ago36:21

36:21

Luke 23:13-25By New City Fellowship

1
The ethics of witchcraft and hexing the far-right 54:07

1M ago54:07

54:07

Two days prior to the assassination of right-wing political activist Charlie Kirk, a group of writers at US-based feminist magazine, Jezebel, published an article stating that they 'Paid Some Etsy Witches to Curse Charlie Kirk’. The magazine has since pulled the article, on the advice of their lawyers, so as not to cause any confusion about their s…

1
Jesus On Trial 50:22

1M ago50:22

50:22

Luke 22:66-23:16By New City Fellowship

1
ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 14) THE SUMMONS 21:28

1M ago21:28

21:28

Join us for Chapter XIV, "The Summons," from L.M. Montgomery's beloved novel, Anne of the Island. As the summer's splendor wanes and the world is full of hazes, Anne dedicates her evenings to her friend Ruby Gillis, who is growing paler and struggling with what Anne perceives as an invisible foe. Anne senses that Ruby needs help—craves it—and she w…

1
Writing on the body: desecration or worship? 54:06

1M ago54:06

54:06

The art of marking the body, by piercing the flesh and pushing ink into the wound, the tattoo, has had an uneasy relationship with religion. It's sometimes seen as a desecration of the body, but equally, the tattoo is venerated as a rite of passage and as a form of worship. Then there are tattoos in the secular context. They are so common in Austra…

1
ANNE OF THE ISLAND (Chapter 13) THE WAY OF THE TRANSGRESSORS 24:24

2M ago24:24

24:24

In Chapter 13, "The Way of Transgressors," from L.M. Montgomery's Anne of the Island, we dive into a vividly rendered account of childhood mischief and the dawning pangs of conscience. Young Davy Keith, left under Mrs. Lynde's vigilant eye, embarks on a meticulously planned rebellion. This day of transgression, however, soon leads him down a path w…

1
A Night of Gloom and of Glory 44:34

2M ago44:34

44:34

Luke 22:54-65By New City Fellowship

1
ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 12) AVERIL'S ATONEMENT 18:27

2M ago18:27

18:27

In Chapter XII, "Averil's Atonement," from L.M. Montgomery's Anne of the Island, we delve into Anne Shirley's creative world as she embarks on her first serious attempt at fiction writing. Listeners will join Anne as she grapples with finding the perfect plot for her heroine, Averil, and dedicates hours to choosing names for all her characters, inc…

1
Why the origins of Christianity still matter today 54:06

2M ago54:06

54:06

Two thousand years ago, Christianity was an obscure movement with no wealth, power, or friends in high places. Yet within a few centuries, its radical commitment to human dignity, charity and non-violence transformed the Roman world and helped shape the civilisation we live in today. How did a powerless sect became the most influential religion on …

1
ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 11) THE ROUND OF LIFE 20:44

2M ago20:44

20:44

In this episode, we delve into Lucy Maude Montgomery's beloved Anne of the Island, specifically Chapter XI, "The Round of Life". Anne Shirley returns to Avonlea, her academic achievements at Redmond College marked by the Thorburn Scholarship, only to face the sobering realities of life's constant changes. She confronts the fragility of existence th…

1
Our Lord at Olivet 50:30

2M ago50:30

50:30

Luke 22:39-53By New City Fellowship

1
ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 10) PATTY'S PLACE 21:18

2M ago21:18

21:18

Welcome fellow story companions! In this episode of Anne of the Island, we delve into "Chapter X - Patty's Place". This chapter sees Anne and Priscilla embark on their exciting quest for a shared home for the next year with Stella Maynard, leading them to the charming, yet eccentric, Patty's Place. You'll meet the formidable "grim and ancient" Miss…

1
Gen Y and Gen Z are finding God 54:06

2M ago54:06

54:06

It’s hard to believe that one in three young Australian adults go regularly to worship services – more than any other age group. But it’s true and men are leading the charge. It’s a puzzle, because it breaks two longstanding rules of religion: believers are typically female and old. Remember back in 2000. Even the most optimistic priest wouldn’t ha…

1
ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAPS 8 &9) 29:29

2M ago29:29

29:29

Show Description In this episode, we bring you two chapters as we continue Anne Shirley's journey of growth and self-discovery at Redmond College, exploring Chapters 8, "Anne's First Proposal," and 9, "An Unwelcome Lover and a Welcome Friend". Anne receives a surprising and bewildering proxy proposal from a good-natured, albeit uninspiring, schoolh…

1
Our Cunning Enemy & Our Conquering King 1:00:04

2M ago1:00:04

1:00:04

Luke 22:31-38By New City Fellowship

1
ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 7) HOME AGAIN 21:09

2M ago21:09

21:09

In Chapter 7, "Home Again," of L.M. Montgomery's Anne of the Island, we witness Anne Shirley's cherished return to Green Gables after her initial weeks at Redmond College. This episode perfectly captures the poignant nostalgia and comforting embrace of home after a period of new experiences and independence. Anne's heart truly yearns for the famili…

1
God, the Big Bang & the fortunate universe 54:06

2M ago54:06

54:06

We live in a universe that sustains life – but what are the chances of that? And scientists now believe that if the laws of physics were different by just a fraction – our universe would be either empty, simple, or long ago extinct. If the strength of gravity or the mass of an electron was different by even the tiniest amount, the universe as we kn…

1
ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 6) IN THE PARK 17:54

2M ago17:54

17:54

Show Description In this week's episode of "1001 Stories from the Gilded Age," join Gizelle Erickson as we delve into Anne of the Island, Chapter 6, 'In the Park'". Anne Shirley, along with Gilbert, Charlie, Philippa, and Priscilla, embark on a serene autumn walk through Kingsport's park, where Anne and Gilbert's reflect on life's joys and sorrows …

1
At the Table 50:24

2M ago50:24

50:24

Luke 22:14-30By New City Fellowship

1
ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 5) LETTERS FROM HOME 19:48

2M ago19:48

19:48

Get ready for "Letters from Home," a poignant chapter from Anne of the Island that speaks to anyone navigating life's big changes. As Anne settles into the exciting, yet sometimes disorienting, world of college, you'll feel the universal emotions of adjustment, the longing for loved ones far away, and the comforting embrace of familiar connections …

1
THE PARSON'S DAUGHTER OF OXNEY COLNEY by ANTHONY TROLLOPE 1:14:11

2M ago1:14:11

1:14:11

Show Description Today's show, "The Parson's Daughter of Oxney Colne" by Anthony Trollope, introduces readers to the remote beauty of Dartmoor and the life of Patience Woolsworthy, a strong-willed young woman who manages her father's parish household. Her world is suddenly widened in the expanse of love when her neighbor and friend, Miss Le Smyrger…

1
Truth and trust in a post-truth world 54:06

2M ago54:06

54:06

Truth used to be something we argued about. Now we can’t even agree on what it is. In a world of fake news and alternate facts, we each claim our personal truth, our own competing version of reality. So, how does science, religion, and philosophy help us navigate truth when certainty is elusive? What does it mean to live in a time when truth itself…

1
ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 4) APRIL'S LADY LUCY M. MONTGOMERY 29:06

2M ago29:06

29:06

This week on "1001 Stories From The Gilded Age," we delve into Chapter Four: "April's Lady" of Anne of the Island, as Anne Shirley truly begins to navigate her new life. Having landed in Kingsport, a quaint old town wrapped in its ancient colonial atmosphere and haloed by the romance of many legends, Anne initially feels as insignificant as the tee…

1
While Darkness Descends 42:09

3M ago42:09

42:09

Luke 22:1-13By New City Fellowship

1
ANNE OF THE ISLAND (CHAP 3): GREETING AND FAREWELL LUCY MAUD MONTGOMERY 17:23

3M ago17:23

17:23

This week, in Chapter 3: "Greeting and Farewell" of Anne of the Island, listeners will join Anne Shirley as she stands on the threshold of a grand adventure, departing the cherished comfort of Green Gables for the bustling, unknown world of Kingsport and Redmond College. The episode opens with a dim and dreary dawn, setting the scene for tearful go…

1
Can celibacy actually make us purer and closer to God? 54:06

3M ago54:06

54:06

Can celibacy actually make us purer and closer to God? What is it about sex that gets in the way of our divinity? What do some of the world’s major religions say about celibacy or even require of it’s devotees? And, with the very noticeable global decline in the birth rate, are we already seeing a trend towards a more chaste life? If so, can abstin…