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FAITH and FRICTION
Real stories from people who doubted, left, stayed, or came back. Told out loud with no tidy ending, so you know you're not the only one with questions.
Episodes
FAITH and FRICTIONThe Band is Back Together: Stu's Story of Friction and Faith
In this episode of the Faith and Friction Podcast, Mac and The Rev sit down with Coach Stu for an honest conversation about the relationships, changes, and…
FAITH and FRICTIONThe Moment Everything Cracked
If you've ever felt that quiet, gnawing sense that something in your faith or worldview no longer fits, this conversation gives language to the ache and a path…
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Faith and Friction 2.0
Mac and The Rev unveil the new vision for the podcast and website and make the case that the most meaningful conversations usually begin where certainty ends…
FAITH and FRICTIONWhen Hegseth War Language Becomes Faith Language
In this episode, Mac and The Rev revisit the origins of the podcast itself, tracing “Mavericks, Mystics, and Mentors” back to an earlier sermon and a shared…
FAITH and FRICTIONYou're Not Normal If...
Mac and The Rev talk about how being “not normal” can actually be a strength instead of a weakness. They celebrate feeling differently, question what they’ve…
FAITH and FRICTIONThe Moment Everything Cracked
If you've ever felt that quiet, gnawing sense that something in your faith or worldview no longer fits, this conversation gives language to the ache and a path…
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Faith and Friction 2.0: The Hard Questions
Mac and The Rev unveil the new vision for the podcast and website, and make the case that the most meaningful conversations usually begin where certainty ends…
FAITH and FRICTIONWhen Hegseth War Language Becomes Faith Language
In this episode, Mac and The Rev revisit the origins of the podcast itself, tracing “Mavericks, Mystics, and Mentors” back to an earlier sermon and a shared…
FAITH and FRICTIONYou're Not Normal If...
Mac and The Rev talk about how being “not normal” can actually be a strength instead of a weakness. They celebrate feeling differently, question what they’ve…
FAITH and FRICTIONHow Niceness Suppresses Truth
Mac and The Rev discuss the topic of “nice,” arguing that niceness is often conflated with spiritual maturity but can lead to weakness, compliance…
FAITH and FRICTIONNavigating the New Age of Prophecy
Mac and The Rev discuss making prophecy relevant today, arguing that being a “prophet” is not an exclusive club but an innate human capacity rooted in…
FAITH and FRICTIONChaos, Clarity, and Consciousness
Mac and The Rev banter about “CHAOS and briefly continue a prior “wisdom nuggets” theme with David Hawkins’ quote about enlightenment through honest unknowing…
FAITH and FRICTION360-Degree Revelation: Finding Truth in Every Moment
Mac and The Rev discuss cultivating “aha” moments through an open, 360° spiritual posture—by seeking truth in books, songs, conversations, nature, and new…
FAITH and FRICTIONActs 2: Spiritual Exploration and Community Evolution
Mack and The Rev discuss spiritual community through Acts 2, reading Peter’s Pentecost sermon and the early church’s practices of fellowship, shared resources…
FAITH and FRICTIONFriction in the Big Faith Questions: Part 2
Mac and The Rev resume a series on Google’s top faith questions, reflecting first on a listener comment that what needs saving might not be religion but our…
FAITH and FRICTIONCan Women Save Religion?
Mac and The Rev welcome ministerial candidate Amanda Adamson, a mentee of The Rev., to discuss the episode’s question, “Can women save religion?” Amanda…
FAITH and FRICTIONFriction in the Big Faith Questions: Part 1
Mac and The Rev, hosts of the “Faith and Friction” podcast, discuss the top-googled faith questions in 2025 and why people turn to Google when churches offer…
FAITH and FRICTIONTrumpcapades: Replacing Fiction with Faith
Mac and The Rev discuss how political discourse has devolved into name-calling and, more seriously, how repeated unfounded claims of rigged…
FAITH and FRICTIONRolling the Dice: The Friction Between Faith and Chance
Mac and The Rev explore the tension between spirituality and gambling, broadening the conversation to include conscious versus unconscious risk in our daily…
FAITH and FRICTIONWrestling with Faith: Finding Purpose in Friction
Mac and The Rev introduce an episode on “faith and friction,” arguing that healthy faith invites challenge rather than avoiding conflict, and that questioning…
FAITH and FRICTIONAwaken to Wokeism
In this episode of “Faith and Friction,” Mac and The Rev discuss “wokeism” and how its meaning has been twisted into a political and religious weapon, arguing…
FAITH and FRICTIONTexas Tensions: The Battle Over Biblical Curriculum
Mac and The Rev discuss a Texas school board decision to introduce Bible passages into public school curricula, framing it as a broader cultural “frog in the…
FAITH and FRICTIONThe Reflection Pool of Life
In this “Faith and Friction” episode, Mac and The Rev use the algae-filled Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC, as a metaphor for personal and civic…
FAITH and FRICTIONThe Misguided Church: Ghosting the Feminine Voice
In this episode of “Faith and Friction,” Mac and The Rev discuss conflict within Christian denominations that restrict women from leadership roles (pastor…
FAITH and FRICTIONCourage, Humanity, and the Streets of the Mind
In a podcast episode, Mac interviews The Rev about “nuggets” from a recent Unity North sermon titled “Empty Out the Inside of Your Head,” encouraging listeners…
FAITH and FRICTIONSowing and Reaping: The Cosmic Law of Dominoes
To start, Mac and The Rev preview future “Faith and Friction” topics (faith and cosmic energy, Christian nationalism, the “fog” of faith/mystery, faith and…
FAITH and FRICTIONA Mosaic of Beliefs: Embracing the Pluralistic Path
Mac and the Rev introduce an episode of “Faith and Friction” focused on religious pluralism as an integrated, action-based approach to commitment to the common…
FAITH and FRICTIONCultural Collisions: The Dance of Faith and Secularism
Mac and The Rev discuss their “Faith and Friction” podcast and focus on how faith and culture mutually influence each other, warning against dualism…
FAITH and FRICTIONA Quest for Truth: Hell, Humanity, and Higher Consciousness
In this Faith & Friction episode, Mac and The Rev discuss the concept of eternal damnation and a physical hell, arguing it is often misunderstood and used as a…
FAITH and FRICTIONThe Art of Deception: Mistakes, Manipulation, and Maturity
In this Faith and Friction episode, the Rev comes back from vacation, and he and Mac, and discuss simple, common- sense wisdom that helps navigate a chaotic…
FAITH and FRICTIONThe Arc of Life: Lessons from the Market's Right Edge
In this Faith and Friction episode, Mack and Rev. Man explain the “hard right edge” of a stock chart—the unknown beyond the last candle—and use it as a…
FAITH and FRICTIONFriction and Political Chaos: Trump Nonsense Goes to a New Level
In this podcast episode, The Rev joins remotely from California as the group discusses how people of faith should approach what they describe as Christian…
FAITH and FRICTIONBeyond Mediocrity: Becoming a Phoenix
In this Faith and Friction episode, Mac and The Rev open with Teddy Roosevelt’s “Man in the Arena” quote to frame a discussion on choosing risk, failure, and…
FAITH and FRICTIONNavigating Bias and Belief in Voting
In this Faith and Friction episode, the Mac and the Rev discuss how to approach voting in a midterm election year through faith-informed discernment without…
FAITH and FRICTIONBeyond the Curtain: Finding Authenticity Amidst Gaslighting
In this episode of “Faith and Friction,” Mac and The Rev argue that society has lost the ability to dialogue, disagree, and, debate meaningfully, linking this…
FAITH and FRICTIONMetaphors and Myths Unplugged
In this episode, Mac and the Rev discuss the powerful impact of Joseph Campbell's teachings on myths and metaphors. They explore how changing metaphors can…
FAITH and FRICTIONFrom Breakdown to Breakthrough: Deconstructing Belief
In this Faith and Friction conversation, Mac and The Rev discuss “deconstruction” in Christian faith as a personal, ongoing process of critically examining and…
FAITH and FRICTIONThe Middle East: Compassion, Alignment, and the “God Card” Part 2
In part two of their discussion on the Middle East conflict and U.S. actions involving Israel and Iran, the hosts urge listeners to move from fear, tribalism…
FAITH and FRICTIONThe Middle East: Compassion, Alignment, and the "God Card" Part 1
Mac and The Rev introduce a two-part episode on “faith and friction” amid escalating conflict in the Middle East, framed as intertwined geopolitical, religious…
FAITH and FRICTIONThe Crayon Box of Faith: Exploring Jesus in Different Perspectives
In this thought-provoking episode, Mac and The Rev delve into a deep and expansive conversation about Jesus of Nazareth, challenging traditional views and…
FAITH and FRICTIONWhat is Truth?
In this episode, Mac and The Rev discuss the intricate and multifaceted nature of truth, exploring its various forms including subjective and objective truths…
FAITH and FRICTIONUnity: Church Done Differently
In this episode, Mac and The Rev return from a brief hiatus and delve into core theological and doctrinal frictions within Christianity. They propose examining…
FAITH and FRICTIONThe Art of the Start: Awakening Beyond Complacency
In this episode, the hosts discuss the theme of 'going to the other side,' emphasizing the constant evolution in faith and personal growth. They explore the…
FAITH and FRICTIONReassessing Persecution in American Christianity
In this episode of 'Faith and Friction,' hosts Rev and Mac delve into the complexities surrounding the concept of Christian persecution in America. They…
FAITH and FRICTIONFaith and the Capricious Nature of God
In this episode, Mac and The Rev engage in a deep and compelling discussion on the nature of God, faith, and belief systems. They delve into the complexities…
FAITH and FRICTIONFaith on the Move: Challenging Immigration Boundaries
In this episode, Mac and The Rev delve into the complex interplay between faith, specifically Christian faith, and immigration policy in the United States…
FAITH and FRICTIONNew Wine and Wineskins: Going to the Other Side
In the first episode of the new year, Mac and the Rev dive into the theme of embracing change and evolution. As they discuss the importance of an open mind and…
FAITH and FRICTIONBeyond Bumper Stickers: The Dynamics of Faith and Power
In this episode of Faith and Friction, the hosts delve into the complex intersections of faith with culture, politics, and power. They explore the internal and…
FAITH and FRICTIONConversations on Faith: Bridges or Barriers
In a continuation of the first episode, Mac and The Rev explore the interplay between faith and various aspects of life, emphasizing the inevitability of…
FAITH and FRICTIONSacred Sparks: When Faith Meets Power
In this episode of 'Faith and Friction,' hosts Mack and the Rev dive deep into the intricate relationship between faith and power. Discussing historical and…
FAITH and FRICTIONConfronting Bias: The Intersection of Religion, Education, and Politics
In this episode of Faith and Friction, hosts Mack and Rev dive into the intricate and often contentious interplay between faith, politics, and culture. They…
FAITH and FRICTIONThe Genesis of Faith and Friction
In the inaugural episode of 'Faith and Friction,' hosts Mack and the Rev introduce the central premise of their new podcast—examining the often complex and…