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We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & Feminism
We are Alyssa and Bri, two sisters who believe God wants more for women than we've been taught. Join us as we dive into the intersection of faith and feminism, learning together as we go.
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We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 72: Oops, I Did Sin Again
Sin isn’t a rulebook. It isn’t about all the don’ts. At its core, sin is love lost — not loving God, not loving others. And if the church misses that, it’s…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 71: Dobson Failed Families
🎉 Episode 71! We’ve laughed, we’ve cried, and now we’re getting real. This week: James Dobson—yes, the “good Christian advice” guy who… wasn’t. 😬 We’re…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 70: Doug's 'Good News' Enslaves Women
This week’s episode starts with polls, Dora the Explorer flashbacks, and Gilmore Girls references (because obviously). But then we buckle up for something way…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 69: Shiny Happy Cult Survivors
This week, we’re diving into Season 2 of Shiny Happy People. It takes us inside Teen Mania—boot camp–style weekends, fear tactics, and nonstop manipulation…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 68: Hate Hate Hate-Double Hate-Loathe Entirely
This week we’re doing what we do best—scrolling, judging, and calling out the nonsense. From savage memes to shutdown phrases like “That sounds hurtful—was…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 67: Holy But Rude
Some faiths hand out tracts. Others hand out casseroles. And some actually hand out kindness. This week, we’re talking about how Protestants love to say “it’s…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 66: What in the Hallelujah?
This week we're asking "What in the Hallelujah?"—because our guest Heather Frazier is here! Author of "Mom Got Jesus Wrong, Hallelujah!" and full-time slayer…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 65: The Church and the Restless
This week on The Church and the Restless, we’re decentering men—spiritually, socially, and scripturally. From Deborah the war-leading prophet, to St. Brigid…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 64: What If Church Felt Safe?
We asked our TikTok audience one big question: what would make women feel safe in church again? The answers were honest, a little spicy, and surprisingly…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 63: Like a Girl
This week we’re keeping it chill(ish) and chatting about everything from Mackenzie Scott’s “quiet billionaire” philanthropy flex to a women-only rideshare app…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 61: When the Surface Breaks
We hated seeing our faces on Zoom, but loved talking to Cynthia Beach. She’s the brilliant mind behind The Surface of Water, and we’re diving into church…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 61: The One With All the Red Flags
Is he brooding… or just emotionally unavailable? In this episode, we dive into the relationships we were told to root for—Elizabeth & Darcy and Ross & Rachel…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 60: More Plastic Bag Than Firework
Ever feel more like a crumpled plastic bag than a soaring firework? Same. This week, we’re calling out the lies that tell us we’re not smart enough, strong…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 59: I Will Provide
Women keep leaving the church—and the marriages it pushes. Maybe because “God will provide” somehow turned into “he pays the bills, you provide literally…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 58: We Do Not Yield To Disrespectful Men (too)
Seventy percent of divorces in the U.S. are initiated by women—and no, it’s not because we’ve all been corrupted by Taylor Swift and oat milk lattes. Maybe…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 57: Poditians... Hear Me Out
This week, we're back in Women and the Gender of God by Amy Peeler, and the last chapters are taking us there. We’re talking about Mary’s yes—not a passive…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 56: What If Ariana Got It Right?
What if God isn’t some bearded old guy in the sky? In this episode, we’re finally talking about Amy Peeler’s book, Women and the Gender of God, and yes — it’s…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 55: Let Women Have Nice Things
Ever notice how the headlines are all about men? We’re over it. This week, we’re flipping the script—starting with an art gallery that straight-up banned men…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 54: Where You Lead... I Will Also Lead
This is the episode where we ask: why are women leading in the Bible... but still not allowed to lead in half our churches? We’re talking prophets, preachers…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 53: One Man ≠ Community, Sis
You weren’t built to carry life alone—and you definitely weren’t meant to text your therapist, your mom, and your barista the same vent paragraph because…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 52: Who Told Ya'll She Was a Hooker?
Who told y’all Mary Magdalene was a hooker? Because it wasn’t the Bible. Mary Magdalene wasn’t a prostitute — but erasing powerful women by calling them whores…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 51: Another Banger by Beth
Today is the day! We're finally talking about our best friend (she doesn’t know it yet), Beth Allison Barr's, newest book: Becoming the Pastor’s Wife. Hang out…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 50: Your Jesus Is Too Religious
The western church's version of Jesus is too religious. Too focused on power, rules, and control—too busy legislating morality to look anything like, well…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 49: Fangirling With Beth
Our best friend, Beth Allison Barr, came to town, and you know we had to be there. We sat front and center for her talk on biblical womanhood, patriarchy, and…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 48: Jesus Saves, Billionaires Don't
The early church wasn’t obsessed with power. But modern American Christianity? I’s practically campaigning. If you think a billionaire is gonna save your…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 47: Your Idol Is Showing
Jesus flipping tables? Iconic. The modern American church flipping its morals for political power? Not so much. This week, we’re reviewing Your Jesus Is Too…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 46: Weight For It
We’re back from our brief hiatus, and this episode? It's a wild ride. We’re diving headfirst into the church’s weird, exhausting obsession with women’s…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 45: A Girl Called Judgment
Dinah's story is one of those Old Testament wild rides—tragic, infuriating, and somehow still relevant. We’re unpacking Genesis 34, where Jacob does the…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 44: We Love You, Ridiculous Humans
This week’s episode is all about love in its many forms. From the messy journey of self-love to loving your neighbor (even when they’re the worst), to the joys…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 43: God Will Use You Troublemaker
This week, we’re exploring the unfortunate world of The One Year Book of Devotions for Boys—and by that, we mean skimming, laughing, and asking the real…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 42: The Sunday Scaries
This week we're taking a break from the usual programming to check in—on us, on you, and on what faith looks like when leaders let us down. The Sunday Scaries…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 41: The Priscilla Perspective
What if everything you’ve been told about “biblical womanhood” missed the mark? This week, we're looking at complementarian versus egalitarian viewpoints—are…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 40: Let's Talk: God, Guys, and Boundaries
We're digging into Danae Dobson’s Let’s Talk... again, and wow—it’s a lot. From telling girls to tone down their personalities to teaching that courtship is…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 39: Let's Talk... And Probably Offend Someone
Let’s be honest: devotionals for "Christian Girls" are painful. This week, we're talking about a book from our youth, which isn’t just outdated—it’s a…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 38: Our Stories (Remixed)
Ever prayed as a kid for a miraculous snowstorm—just to skip church? Been there. In this episode, we're talking about growing up in ultra-conservative…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 37: Wine is a Miracle
Today, we’re talking about Mary at the wedding in Cana and the audacious faith it takes to ask Jesus for a miracle—even when he seems to brush her off. The…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 36: Mary Did Know
When you picture Mary, the mother of Jesus, is she draped in blue, head bowed, the epitome of quiet submission? That’s the image art and tradition have sold…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 35: Teen Mom - Featuring Mary
Alright, gather 'round, because we're talking Mary, the OG mother of Jesus (or MMOJ as the cool kids call her). Most Christmas services say, "Let's start at…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 34: The Hills Are Alive... With Joy?
The holiday season: a time for joy… so we're told. Between gift lists, family gatherings, and endless to-dos, how do you hold onto that deep, lasting joy we’ve…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 33: Billy Bob Saves Thanksgiving
Picture this: the turkey’s still frozen, your aunts are already arguing about the mashed potatoes, and someone just brought up politics at the table. Sound…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 32: Gravy Train to Sanity
Thanksgiving is here, and so is the family drama buffet. But what if setting boundaries wasn’t just a self-care trend but something Jesus himself modeled? In…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 31: Step Out Of Traffic
Frankly, this episode got deleted in a haze of computer programs, migraines, and more than a few angry shouts into the void. But it's back, and better than…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp 30: Stuck Dating Like It's 1950
Dating: Why is it such a nightmare for so many women? Whether it's safety concerns, boys looking for a mom-replacement, or pictures no one wants to see, women…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 29: Basic Witches and Salem Vibes
Buckle up, witches! This Halloween, we’re diving broom-first into Salem’s dark history—but with a twist. We're here to mix some laughs and spooky singalongs…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 28: Sit Down, Martha!
In episode 28, we’re getting real about people-pleasing, passive partners, and why setting boundaries can feel like a full-time job. From dealing with someone…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 27: Alyssa Has the Plague
Welcome to the latest episode of the We Are More Podcast, where we navigate faith and latest Feminist TikTok trends—all while Alyssa battles a 'plague!' Join…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 26: The Great Cloud of Witnesses
In this episode, we wrap up Bathsheba’s story and dive deeper into the broader narrative of women in the Bible. Bathsheba's story is one of resilience…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 25: Survivor, Not Sinner (Babs Part 3)
Bathsheba’s story is back for part three, and we're taking a modern look at the scandal that rocked King David’s reign. How can our current-day lenses be used…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 24: Babs Part 2: The Deeper Dive
In this episode, we’re diving even deeper into Bathsheba’s story—because one episode just couldn’t handle all the drama. If you’ve ever pictured her…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 23: Bathsheba Didn't Ask For This
Bathsheba: villain or victim? Spoiler alert, she's not the bad guy here. Forget the tired story of Bathsheba seducing David with a wink and a bathrobe—it’s…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 22: Is He Really That Helpless?
Ever felt like you're doing all the heavy lifting while your partner conveniently 'forgets' how to help out or acts like you're the queen of all things…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 21: Struggles of a Married Church Lady
Welcome to the married church lady club, where the hymnals weigh a ton, the expectations are impossibly high, and the pressure to be the "perfect wife" is a…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 20: Five Husbands, Zero Judgment
Imagine stumbling upon a stranger in a place he's not supposed to be—it's fight or flight, right? Welcome to episode 20, where we dive into the Woman at the…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 19: Diary of a Single Christian
In this episode, we’re taking on the Christian singles scene and its marriage-or-bust mentality. Bri is sharing her experience of what it’s like to be single…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 18: Scripted Steps at Ballerina Farms
In this episode, we're diving into the TikTok drama of 2024: Ballerina Farms. We’ll break down the article that kicked off the controversy, the family’s…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 17: Can I Be a Feminist Yet?
In this episode, we’re tearing into imposter syndrome, sparked by a question from Alyssa’s daughter about whether she’s allowed to be a feminist yet. As we…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 16: It's Tough to Be A ... Woman
We think most of us can agree: it's tough to be a woman. Today, we're drawing inspiration from Disney’s “A Bug’s Life” because, let’s face it, sometimes being…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 15: Toxic Beauty and the Traditional Beast
Remember when we explored Toxic Masculinity? This week, we're diving into its counterpart: Toxic Femininity. We're unpacking the outdated expectations of what…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 14: Make it Pink, Make it Blue
In this episode, we dig into the worlds of subliminal and benevolent sexism, exposing the subtle ways gender norms can even sneak into a Target run. And just…
We Are More: Sisters Talk Faith & FeminismEp. 13: Lord Help the Bros
Today, we're diving into the deep end, tackling Christian Bros and Toxic Masculinity. We'll be dissecting means to be a 'manly man' in today's world and…