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NON-DISCLOSURE: Episode 7 - 'Be brave, be bold and go out there': What healing looks like post-trauma
Where are they now? Post-trauma, abuse survivors are not only tasked with fighting their abusers. They are tasked with learning how to move on and live happy lives. In this episode, you'll hear Joe…
NON-DISCLOSURE: Episode 6 - Lethal Theologies part 2: Purity culture, reframing scripture and being a conqueror
This episode continues our exploration of theological complicity by considering Newman's use of purity culture in his methods of abuse. We'll also hear Ashton Alarcon describing his journey of faith…
NON-DISCLOSURE: Episode 5 - Lethal Theologies: How Christian institutions are made ripe for abuse
This episode explores theological complicity and how faith can be manipulated and used to abuse. We'll also talk about Kids Across America, a para-organization of Kanakuk that claims to be an urban…
NON-DISCLOSURE: Episode 4 - Child Protection?
How do you protect kids post-trauma? You'll hear from Elizabeth Carlock Phillips, Kieth Dygert and Greg Yandell on Trey's Law, statute of limitations reform and Kanakuk's Child Protection Plan.…
NON-DISCLOSURE: Episode 3 - Legal intimidation and Christian response
In this episode, we will discuss how Kanakuk utilized legal systems to respond to sexual abuse. You'll hear from survivors Kieth Dygert and Ashton Alarcon, as well as Joe Alarcon. You'll also hear…
NON-DISCLOSURE: Episode 2 - Lies and coverups: How parents were swindled
After Pete Newman confessed to his sex crimes, Kanakuk's response left some families feeling lied to. In this episode, you'll hear from Greg Yandell and Joe Alarcon about how Kanakuk gained and…
NON-DISCLOSURE: Episode 1 - What happened at Kamp Kanakuk?
What happened at Kamp Kanakuk? In this episode, survivors Logan Yandell, Evan Hoffpauir and Keith Dygert tell their stories of being sexually abused by Pete Newman. *Content warning: Sexual abuse,…
NON-DISCLOSURE: Pre-Episode - Pedophilia at Kanakuk
In 2009, former director of Kanakuk's elementary school summer camp called K-Kountry, Peter "Pete" Newman was arrested on multiple felony charges for sexual abuse against children. At the time, there…
Kurt Kaiser and Contemporary Christian Music, with Terry York
Mark is joined by Terry York, Professor of Christian Ministry and Church Music at Truett Theological Seminary at Baylor University. York is the author of Kurt Kaiser: Icon and Conscience of…
The Theological Influences of James Baldwin and James Cone
Mark is joined by Greg Garrett, a senior columnist at Baptist News Global, and Anthony G. Reddie, Oxford University Professor of Black Theology, to discuss the theological influences of James Baldwin…
How to End Christian Nationalism, with Amanda Tyler
Mark is joined by Amanda Tyler, Executive Director of the Baptist Joint Committee and author of the book How to End Christian Nationalism. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.
The Center for Healthy Churches, with Bill Wilson and Matt Cook
Mark is joined by Bill Wilson, Founder of the Center for Healthy Churches (CHC), and Matt Cook, Executive Director of CHC, for a conversation about working with churches in leadership transitions.…
Remembering Antônia Teixeira: A Story of Missions, Violence, and Institutional Hypocrisy
Mark is joined by Mikeal C. Parsons and João B. Chaves, co-authors of Remembering Antônia Teixeira: A Story of Missions, Violence, and Institutional Hypocrisy. Support Baptist News Global by visiting…
Psychadelics, with Jaime Clark-Soles
Mark is joined by Jaime Clark-Soles, Professor of New Testament at SMU Perkins School of Theology, to discuss her work at the nexus of spirituality and psychadelics. Support Baptist News Global by…
The Christian Case Against Conversion Therapy
Co-sponsored by Good Faith Media, Baptist News Global, and Q Christian Fellowship, this special episode explores the dangers of conversion therapy for members of the LGBTQ community, coinciding with…
Writing Good Books, with Carey Newman
Mark is joined by Carey Newman, Executive Editor of Fortress Press and author of Mango Tree: The Artistry and Alchemy of Writing, exploring the inside trade of how good books are written and…
Race and Gender, with Beth Allison Barr and Anthea Butler
Mark is joined by Dr. Anthea Butler and Dr. Beth Allison Barr for a live panel moderated by Erica Whitaker. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.
Baptistland, with Christa Brown
Mark is joined by Christa Brown, a retired attorney and author of the book Baptistland: A Memoir of Abuse, Betrayal, and Transformation. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.
Defending Democracy from Its Christian Enemies, with David Gushee
Mark is joined by David Gushee, author of Defending Democracy from Its Christian Enemies. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.
The Deep Roots of Racism in the Christian Church
Robert P. Jones of the Public Religion Research Institute, Greg Garrett of Baylor University, and Senior Pastor Timothy Peoples of Wilshire Baptist Church join Mark for a live audience discussion…
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Change-making Conversations has published 21 episodes since February 2025, covering topics in Christianity, Religion & Spirituality.
Change-making Conversations is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 58m.
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