Wide-ranging tabletop role-playing discussion, a variety of guests, and occasional actual-play content. All done with a casual, conversational vibe. Everything from tips for playing and GMing, to rule system discussions, with plenty of whatever happens to cross our minds along the way! Are we ”experts”? No! Do we really love ttRPGs? HECK YEAH!!! To that end, we‘re just looking to start conversations to help folks better understand how they can have more fun playing make-believe, and chucking ...
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Transforming faith after fracture The Untidy Faith podcast is where we have honest conversations and gentle encouragement for when following Jesus gets messy. Join your host, Kate Boyd - author, speaker, and gentle guide for Christians who are disentangling their faith from culture, rebuilding their relationship with Scripture, and desiring to find joy in following Jesus again - each week to find your life and faith after deconstruction. kateboyd.substack.com
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193: Behind the Screens and Star Wars Roleplaying with Nate from Tabletop Empire.
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1:17:37This week I got to sit down with another awesome person I met at GamerNationCon! I'm joined by Nate, from The Tabletop Empire YouTube channel to talk about his channel, their Dark Underworld actual-play, some of the things that happen before we all get to see anything, and of course we talk about why Star Wars is just an absolutely awesome setting …
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In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, host Kate Boyd welcomes back guest Sharifa Stevens to discuss her new book about prayer and poems. Their conversation explores how many Christians struggle with barriers to authentic prayer, often feeling they must approach God in a "perfect" way. Sharifa shares her journey toward understanding that ther…
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This week I'm joined by a couple of friends who also have a podcast on the d20 Radio Network! I have a chat with Daryl and Robert from the How We Roll podcast to talk about their show, gaming, and some of the fun that we've been able to have together. If you want to check out their show, you can find it here: Main Website: https://howwerollgaming.c…
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In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most bizarre and tragic chapters in the David narrative - the death of Absalom. Set against the backdrop of a father-son civil war, 2 Samuel 18 tells the surreal story of Absalom getting caught in a tree while riding a mule, and Joab's brutal decision to kill him despite David's explicit command to "dea…
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MotW: Trouble in Progress Junction: Finale
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1:00:46Welcome to the finale for this short Monster of the Week game. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did playing it! Terry was able to make this session, though Hagen wasn't feeling well and couldn't make it, but we continued on to finish this short story. As folks are I'm sure familiar, sometimes everyone just can't make it, so we just played with who…
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Liz Charlotte Grant | Reclaiming Scripture After Evangelical Upbringing
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39:09Join Kate and Liz Charlotte Grant as they explore how to approach Scripture when traditional, literal interpretations no longer serve believers who are deconstructing or reframing their faith. Grant shares her journey of finding new ways to engage with biblical texts through literary analysis, diverse commentators, and interdisciplinary connections…
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191: Don't Hate the Game, Hate the Players?
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38:40Ok, yeah, kinda click-baity title... But really, sometimes we blame the wrong thing, and that's what we're talking about on this episode! (And we're not suggesting that y'all should hate anyone!) d20 Network Spotlight -- The Order 66 -- https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/order-66-podcast-38220? Game of the Week: Steve G: Triangle Agency -- https://…
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MotW: Trouble in Progress Junction: Episode 4
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57:25Welcome to the first half of the 3rd (and final) session of play for this short Monster of the Week game. Terry was able to make this session, though Hagen wasn't feeling well and couldn't make it, but we continued on to finish this short story. I hope you all enjoy listening to this as much as we enjoyed playing it! As folks are I'm sure familiar,…
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Jennifer G. Layte | The Pilgrimage of Faith
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38:45In this enlightening episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, host Kate Boyd sits down with Jennifer Layte to explore the concept of stages of faith. Despite many Christians being taught that faith is static or linear, Jennifer shares insights from both James Fowler's modern framework and Teresa of Avila's 16th-century "Interior Castle" to help listene…
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190: GNC X recap with Joe from Tabletop Empire's Dark Underworld
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1:10:56We're back with a new episode following the fun that was GamerNationCon X! Since I'm sure most of you have heard Steve and I talk about how much fun it is, I thought it would be fun to hear about the experience from someone who had never been there before! Enter Joe. I met Joe at GNC, and he's part of a great actual-play on the Tabletop Empire YouT…
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MotW: Trouble in Progress Junction: ep 3
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1:11:08Back to new content after a fun and exciting time at GamerNation Con!!! Welcome to the second session of play for this short Monster of the Week game. We join in as Oaken, Myles, and Marcus have just come upon the unconscious body of Hecate, the goddess of the crossroads! So what do you do when you find an injured goddess (who also happens to be a …
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In this episode of Untidy Faith, we dive into a thoughtful conversation with MaryB. Safrit about the valuable perspectives and insights that LGBTQ+ Christians bring to faith communities. MaryB. shares her personal journey and wisdom on how straight Christians can learn from queer believers to create more inclusive and authentic expressions of Chris…
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Shopping, it's perhaps the most low-key divisive thing we commonly do in games. Some love doing it, some hate doing it, and some don't care much either way. So how do you keep the whole table interested? Or how do you keep you interested? That's kinda what we chat around in this episode. Also worth noting, we're likely going to skip a week or 2 wit…
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Join us as we dive into 2 Samuel 17, examining the complex power dynamics between Absalom and David, the manipulative counsel given by advisors, and the troubling absence of God's voice amid human schemes for revenge and power. Topics Covered: * The contrast between Ahithophel and Hushai's advice to Absalom, and how manipulation through vanity and …
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MotW: Trouble in Progress Junction: ep 2
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1:10:02Welcome to the first session of play for this short Monster of the Week game. As folks are I'm sure familiar, sometimes everyone just can't make it, so we just played with who was there! We recorded this in late spring of 2024, right before I had to switch shifts at work, so it was kind of a 'last hurrah' for the group that had kind of dubbed thems…
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In this episode, Tiffany Bluhm returns to the Untidy Faith Podcast to help us reframe self-care as an essential component of both personal wholeness and communal flourishing. Moving beyond the commercialized wellness industry, Tiffany offers a powerful perspective on how caring for ourselves in a world that doesn't is both biblical and necessary fo…
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Let it never be said we don't listen to our listeners! This week we answer a question a listener posted on our Discord (see link at the top of the page, or further down in the notes here) expand a bit on a concept we've mentioned a few times on the show. That being "Anthology Campaigns". For us, they're just another way to tell a story, and maybe a…
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Reading Scripture with the Wesleyan Quadrilateral
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26:16In this episode, Kate explores the Wesleyan Quadrilateral as a valuable framework for reading and interpreting scripture. This approach offers a more balanced and holistic way to engage with the Bible, especially for those who are deconstructing or reconstructing their faith. Kate shares how this framework has transformed her own relationship with …
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Welcome to the sort of "session zero" for a short game of Monster of the Week! We recorded this in late spring of 2024, right before I had to switch shifts at work, so it was kind of a 'last hurrah' for the group that had kind of dubbed themselves "Those Guys". A big "Thank You!" to Ben for once again running the game, and to Terry, Eric, Hagen, an…
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In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, host Kate Boyd is joined by Trey Ferguson and Robert Monson from the Three Black Men crew for a thoughtful conversation about white supremacy in deconstruction spaces. They explore how patterns of white supremacy continue to manifest even after people leave conservative religious environments, and discus…
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Howdy folks! This week we split our discussion between 2 topics, the first, the much maligned trope of "Murder Hobos" (because episode 187), and the other, in-game communication, and how it can, and can be used to, affect the story you're telling. GamerNation Con X tickets are on sale now! April 3-6 in Dallas (North Plano) TX! https://tabletop.even…
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Content Warning: Sexual assault, violence Power, betrayal, and justice collide as David’s reign looks like it’s unraveling, and as he grasps for allies, we see just how far some will go to keep what they believe to be theirs. Join us to explore how systems of power perpetuate cycles of harm — as in the case of Mephibosheth and the women left behind…
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Exalted: Tomb of Dreams Ep3 (finale)
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1:04:42Hello, and welcome to a short AP of Exalted! One of our Discord members, Decurion, was kind enough to come and run what is actually the Exalted 3rd Ed Jumpstart adventure for us, and let us record it! This is part 3, and the finale of the adventure! GamerNation Con X tickets are on sale now! April 3-6 in Dallas (North Plano) TX! https://tabletop.ev…
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This week we have a talk about the timing at the table, and how to kind of keep things moving, and not let things go too long, or get stale/stalled. GamenNation Con X tickets are on sale now! April 3-6 in Dallas (North Plano) TX! https://tabletop.events/conventions/gamer-nation-con-x d20 Network Spotlight: Wonderous Atlas of Creations Destinty -- h…
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Erin Moon | Dealing with Doubt and Holding onto Hope
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41:39In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, host Kate Boyd welcomes Erin Moon, a writer, podcaster, and storyteller, to discuss the nuances of faith, doubt, and the many questions that arise along the journey. They explore why many feel uncomfortable expressing doubts about their faith and discuss the importance of creating safe spaces for curiosi…
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In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, host Kate Boyd delves into the nuanced and often controversial topic of pronouns for God. Addressing the limitations and constraints of language, Kate explores how our choice of words and metaphors shape our understanding of God. She makes a compelling case for using more inclusive language to reflect th…
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Hello, and welcome to a short AP of Exalted! One of our Discord members, Decurion, was kind enough to come and run what is actually the Exalted 3rd Ed Jumpstart adventure for us, and let us record it! This is part 2 of what should be 3 episodes that make up the adventure! If you'd like top check out the game, or even this specific adventure, you ca…
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185: In Defence of Movie Thievery w/ Brev Tanner
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1:40:32This week we get a little long-winded (but lots of fun) with d20Network alum and GamerNationCon regular Brev Tanner! Brev is many things, including Author, Gamer, General Nerd, and Movie Buff, so we invited him to come and have a chat about the many, many ways we can use movies to help inspire and improve our games! Check out Brev's books "The Dark…
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Jonny Morrison | Does your "good news" pass the vibe check?
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36:03In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, host Kate Boyd dives into an in-depth conversation with Jonny Morrison, co-lead pastor at Missio Dei in Salt Lake City and author of 'Prodigal Gospel.' They discuss the complexity of understanding the gospel, reflecting on how traditional narratives often emphasize shame and opposition rather than celebr…
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In this episode, we dissect the political and familial intricacies of Absalom's coup against his father, King David -- shedding light on the manipulation, subterfuge, and fractured relationships that underpin this biblical narrative. Then we discuss the ethical implications of David's actions, the oft-overlooked experiences of the concubines left b…
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Hi, and welcome to a short AP of Exalted! One of our Discord members, Decurion, was kind enough to come and run what is actually the Exalted 3rd Ed Jumpstart adventure for us, and let us record it! If you'd like top check out the game, or even this specific adventure, you can find it here! Exalted 3rd Ed -- https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/1…
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This week we bring you a conversation to hopefully encourage you to share the things that you struggle with, as the Steves ponder the question "Am I the only one who..." So feel free to come talk to us on Discord (link below), or email us, or whatever! d20 Network Spotlight: The Genesys Archives -- https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/thegenesysar…
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Pricelis Perreaux-Dominguez | Trauma-Informed Church
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33:43In this episodes we discuss ... integrating trauma-informed care in church practices unlearning toxic patterns creating safe faith spaces the biblical literacy epidemic how individuals and churches can transform to better serve their communities Pricelis Perreaux-Dominguez (MSW, MSEd) is a truth-teller and space builder committed to helping the Bod…
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Welcome to the conclusion of our little play-through of Havoc Brigade! by Grant Howitt! Does our misfit band succeed on their mission, or do they even remember what it was? Do they finally prove that "yeeting" goblins does in fact solve problems? You'll have to listen to find out, but I'm pretty sure you'll find some laughs along the way! Welcome t…
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This week we have a chat about using a change of perspective to enrich your gaming experience! Sometimes we get so set in how we *always* so things that we miss just how much more interesting things could be if we looked at them a little differently! If you want to check out the Carrion Company campaign, you can find it here -- https://www.toatable…
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Welcome back to the madness! Does our intrepid band of misfits again attempt to prove that the yeeting of goblins is a valid solution to a problem? And do they succeed? Listen to find out! Welcome to Havoc Brigade!, a game written by Grant Howitt, and available here -- https://gshowitt.itch.io/havoc-brigade Admittedly, this game does seem to feel a…
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This week we bring you a short discussion around the idea of so called "Dump Stats" inspired by a comment on our Discord server! d20 Network Spotlight: Eberron Renewed -- https://zencastr.com/Eberron-Renewed Game of the Week: Steve G: Bombs & Burgers -- https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/503078/bombs-burgers?affiliate_id=2018399 Steve S: Los K…
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Here we go! Welcome to Havoc Brigade!, a game written by Grant Howitt, and available here -- https://gshowitt.itch.io/havoc-brigade Admittedly, this game does seem to feel a bit more lively and fun when played around an actual table, and it one continuous session. That said, we all had fun playing it, and I hope you all enjoy listening to our madne…
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We are 2 Steves once more! this week Steve asks Steve for advice about how to find more players for an in-person game. Now, some of the specifics mentioned won't apply to everyone, but we're hoping that the concepts can help some of you who find yourselves in the same boat! d20 Network Spotlight: Court Games -- https://court-games.pinecast.co/ Crim…
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Here we go! Welcome to Havoc Brigade!, a game written by Grant Howitt, and available here -- https://gshowitt.itch.io/havoc-brigade Admittedly, this game does seem to feel a bit more lively and fun when played around an actual table, and it one continuous session. That said, we all had fun playing it, and I hope you all enjoy listening to our madne…
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180: (How Much) Does System Matter w/ Brett Bowen
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1:21:17This week I'm joined by "Honorary Steve" Brett Bowen, of Studio 404 to have a bit of a chat about how much, and also why the system can matter when we're playing games. Find more about Studio 404 here -- https://www.studio404games.com/ For more info about TotalCon, and to sign up for games, and cool stuff, go here --> https://www.totalcon.com/index…
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Oblivion War: Session 12 (finale) (Ch1)
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1:15:15Welcome to the final session of our Genesys-powered Oblivion War arc! As we wrap this up, (at least for now), I hope you all have enjoyed it. I know we all enjoyed playing it a lot. I would like to thank all involved for their participation, and I wish you all happy listening! The Cast: Ben -- GM (and wrangler of cats) Eric -- Prangalar (catfolk sc…
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179: Simulation, Emulation, and Minimalist w/ Eric
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1:04:58This week we have a long time listener, and frequent contributor to our Acutal-Play content fill in for an unavailable Steve! A chat is had about the labels we use to describe games, with an eye on ways to perhaps better communicate what we're looking for as both players and GMs! d20 Network Spotlight: The Genesys Archives -- https://anchor.fm/theg…
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We're back after our week off to recover from PGX! This week we've got a nice long session of our Genesys-powered Oblivion War AP series! The Cast: Ben -- GM (and wrangler of cats) Eric -- Prangalar (catfolk scout) Hagan -- Groth (orcish primalist) Terry C -- Barnelby (gnome bard) Steve (New) -- Kulweg (gnome alchemist) Steve (Old) -- Karlax (cryst…
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Prophecy: Future Telling or Truth Telling?
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14:19Join me to explore the true nature of biblical prophecy and challenge the common dispensationalist view of prophecy as future telling. Through examples from the Hebrew Bible and Revelation, we will see how prophecy focuses on calling people back to God's covenant and priorities, offering conditional future insight, and comfort during exile. This ep…
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This week we bring you a conversation about just how seriously we take lore (and a couple other aspects) in gaming. If you have thoughts, please feel free to leave a comment, or come to the Discord, and tell us there! (See link below!) d20 Network Spotlight: The Story Told -- https://thestorytold.libsyn.com/ Game of the Week: Steve G: Spectral Exte…
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Dr. Camden Morgante | The Trauma of Purity Culture
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30:34Listen in for a discussion with Dr. Camden Morgante about the harmful myths of purity culture, its lasting impact, and how to heal from the associated shame and trauma. They also explore ways to create healthier conversations around sexuality for the next generation. Dr. Camden Morgante is a licensed psychologist with nearly 15 years of experience …
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For the Heretics and Apostates (And Whatever Else They Call You)
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21:29There's nothing like saying you're deconstructing to get people to call you all kinds of things -- heretic, apostate, false teacher. But I find these are easy "insults" with few who use them actually applying them correctly. So join me in this episode for ... clear definitions of orthodoxy, heterodoxy, heresy, apostasy, and blasphemy how these term…
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Y'all get a double-up on the actual-play this week, due to schedules, time, and the like! We find our party winding deeper into the ruins of Old Barquat, and some secrets of items they acquired long ago are revealed! The Cast: Ben -- GM (and wrangler of cats) Eric -- Prangalar (catfolk scout) Hagan -- Groth (orcish primalist) Terry C -- Barnelby (g…
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Join us as we jump into 2 Samuel 14 to discuss ... the chaos within King David's monarchy the parables used to confront him (and David's staggering lack of self-awareness) how deeply unresolved wounds can affect one's actions and leadership the ways we have seen choosing leaders botched in churches Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction to Untidy Faith Po…
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