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    Drunk Ex-Pastors

    Co-hosts (and ex-pastors) Jason Stellman and Christian Kingery discuss politics, religion, and culture over drinks.
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    Episodes (474)

    Podcast #453: More Aging and Psychobabble

    Podcast #453: More Aging and Psychobabble

    In this episode of DXP we whine and moan about getting old, focusing in particular on whether it's worth it to live for a long time. We discuss the issue of "cutting out toxic people," wondering just how much of its justification is just psychobabble. We make fun of evangelicalism's sensationalism, and then share biebers involving Apple Homekit and Britney mics.

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enSeptember 18, 2023

    Podcast #452: Aging, Relationships, and Unwanted Affection

    Podcast #452: Aging, Relationships, and Unwanted Affection

    This somewhat scatterbrained episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors includes some play-by-play pitfalls to avoid as we age, as well as some random thoughts on relationships versus singleness. We tackle the controversial kiss that got some greasy Spaniard fired (and springboard from there to sexual assault), and then share biebers involving Instagram and Audi’s metaphors.  

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enSeptember 11, 2023

    Podcast #451: Weddings, Old Senators, and Zip-Lock Tech

    Podcast #451: Weddings, Old Senators, and Zip-Lock Tech

    In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we tackle such monumental topics as whether marriage ceremonies should use “man and wife” or “husband and wife” (and what about the gays? Seems kind of unfair). We also address the recent government shutdown in the form of Mitch McConnell, and then learn why Zip-Lock technology has run its course. Pastor Jack jacks off again, and we share biebers about computer desks and digital volume controls.

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enSeptember 04, 2023

    Podcast #450: Debates, Monoliths, and Insurrectionists

    Podcast #450: Debates, Monoliths, and Insurrectionists

    We kick off this episode with some brief reflections on the recent Republican presidential debate, and then discuss how Russia FOR SURE didn’t assassinate that one coup leader dude. We talk about a retired guy who builds monolithic structures in his backyard in his spare time, and then speed through random thoughts involving stretchy jeans, Indiana Jones, car antennas, and left vs. right. “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns, and we share biebers involving traffic and bread bags.

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enAugust 28, 2023

    Podcast #449: Healthcare, Child Labor, and Demonic Cosplay

    Podcast #449: Healthcare, Child Labor, and Demonic Cosplay

    In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we learn that one of us is still apparently a pastor, calling into question this entire podcast. We discuss pink-eye and the American healthcare system, and then talk about recent legislation allowing children to serve liquor. “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns and allows us to weigh in on everything from Catholicism, to Hawaii, to demonic aliens. Biebers involve road work and non-disturbing videos.

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enAugust 14, 2023

    Podcast #448: Wordle, Mushrooms, and Oppenheimer

    Podcast #448: Wordle, Mushrooms, and Oppenheimer

    In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we try to flex on one another about who’s better at the Wordle until we find out that we’re actually pretty even. We discuss psychedelics and a couple recent experiences in particular, and then talk about the new film, Oppenheimer, wondering aloud how much propaganda is mingled in with the otherwise Oscar-worthy storytelling. No biebers this week!

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enAugust 07, 2023

    Podcast #447: Nepotism, Psilocybin, and Small Towns

    Podcast #447: Nepotism, Psilocybin, and Small Towns

    We begin this episode of DXP with yet another tale of a nepo-baby, and this one is a serious deep cut. Jason shares his plans for his next “journey,” and we debate how much pain we’d endure for how much gain. We discuss Jason Aldean’s lynchin’ song, and we revisit the issue of unions and scabs. We talk about NPCs and then share biebers involving interest rates and TikToks.

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enJuly 31, 2023

    Podcast #446: Strikes, Defectors, and Paying the Bill

    Podcast #446: Strikes, Defectors, and Paying the Bill

    In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we weigh in on the writers’ strike in Hollywood (and give props to the actors for joining them). We talk about the soldier who defected to North Korea, and then revisit our “Where’s the Lie?” segment in order to help men save money. “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns with a warning that he himself has never heeded, and biebers involve stoplights and insurance companies.  

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enJuly 24, 2023

    Podcast #445: Tribalism, Christian Nationalism, and Jonah Hill

    Podcast #445: Tribalism, Christian Nationalism, and Jonah Hill

    In this episode of DXP Jason talks about his upcoming relocation to Orange County as well as his next career move. We talk about the tribalism that plagues virtually all online political discourse, and use this as a springboard for a new segment called “Where’s the Lie?” We do another “Pastor Jack’s Off,” weigh in on the recent Jonah Hill controversy, and then share biebers involving cyber security and peanut butter.

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enJuly 17, 2023

    Podcast #444: Slovenliness and “Pro-Life”

    Podcast #444: Slovenliness and “Pro-Life”

    In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we hear from a YouTuber who wonders aloud whether Americans’ overall sloppiness and disregard of style is a symptom of a greater problem. We then revisit “Pastor Jack’s Off” and learn about how everyone except Republicans want the earth’s population dead.

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enJuly 03, 2023

    Podcast #443: Submersibles and Woke Oscars

    Podcast #443: Submersibles and Woke Oscars

    After an initial false start, we begin this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors with a discussion of the new TV series, Silo. We talk about the recent implosion of the Titan submersible, and focus on whether we should have compassion for those who died on the expedition. We discuss the new rules for Best Picture nominees at the Oscars, and conclude with biebers involving pronunciation and traffic.

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enJune 26, 2023

    Podcast #442: Televangelist Deaths, Indictments, and the Millennial Reign of Christ

    Podcast #442: Televangelist Deaths, Indictments, and the Millennial Reign of Christ

    In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we touch upon the death of televangelist Pat Robertson (and whether it’s okay to celebrate such deaths). An unanswered Jeopardy question leaves us wondering how godless we’ve become, and then we discuss the Trump indictment. “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns, prompting a conversation about the so-called 1000-year reign of Christ, and biebers involve doctors and something else we can’t remember right now.

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enJune 19, 2023

    Podcast #441: Foreign Films, Pride, and the Antichrist

    Podcast #441: Foreign Films, Pride, and the Antichrist

    We begin this episode with a voice mail asking about our favorite foreign films, which somehow leads to the issue of trans athletes and competitive sports. We hear an update about the Oath Keepers’ founder and his Red Rider BB Gun, and then we hear some timely admonitions regarding pride and the Antichrist from Jack Hibbs. Biebers involve deodorant and toilet paper.

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enJune 12, 2023

    Podcast #440: Parasocial Relationships, AI Movies, and Metropolitan Evil

    Podcast #440: Parasocial Relationships, AI Movies, and Metropolitan Evil

    We begin this episode of DXP with a plug for a new documentary about how extort a jet from a soda company. We then hear from a caller asking about “parasocial relationships” which apparently is a thing now. We discuss AI-generated movies, and then resume our “Pastor Jack’s Off” series in which Jack Hibbs explains the evils of metropolises. Biebers involve belt loops and virtual dials.

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enMay 22, 2023

    Podcast #439: The Trump Verdict, Propaganda, and Old Souls

    Podcast #439: The Trump Verdict, Propaganda, and Old Souls

    In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we discuss the recent verdict in the Trump sexual assault case. We talk about the Netflix show, Shrinking, and then share some of the downsides of being an “old soul.” We consider how accountable groups like the Proud Boys should be given how lied-to they are, and then share biebers involving exercise and key fobs.

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enMay 15, 2023

    Podcast #438: Air, Pornhub, and the Resurrection

    Podcast #438: Air, Pornhub, and the Resurrection

    In this episode of DXP we talk about seeing the new film, Air, produced by and starring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. We briefly discuss How to Blow Up a Pipeline and The Artifice Girl, and then turn our attention to the difficulty Mormons must have jacking off. We hear from a Scotsman with questions about Easter and U2, and then one of our favorite callers issues a warning about AI. Biebers involve TikTok and unintended puns.

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enMay 08, 2023

    Podcast #437: Poets, Jury Duty, and Satan is Stupid

    Podcast #437: Poets, Jury Duty, and Satan is Stupid

    In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we discuss amazing lyricists who can’t sing very well. We then shoot the shit about a bunch of stuff that we can’t remember because we recorded this a whole two days ago. Christian updates us about a new show, “Jury Duty,” and then we hear Jack Hibbs stammer like an idiot in “Pastor Jack’s Off” (apparently his end-times views are too complex even for Satan to grasp). Biebers involve Spotify and indoor climate changes.

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enMay 01, 2023

    Podcast #436: Random Thoughts, Appropriation, and Democracy

    Podcast #436: Random Thoughts, Appropriation, and Democracy

    We kick off this episode with random discussions about such riveting topics as tacos vs. burritos, trucks vs. semis, and morale vs. moral support. We talk about the issue of appropriation in general, and Cleopatra in particular, and then hear some pearls of wisdom on the topic of democracy from DXP’s favorite man of the cloth, Jack-off Hibbs. Biebers involve traffic lanes and conversing with no one.

    Podcast #435: President Trump’s Indicatement

    Podcast #435: President Trump’s Indicatement

    In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we hear from an old favorite, whose voicemail makes it clear that Jason’s taste in movies sucks and that Orientals aren’t that bad. We discuss the indictment of former president Donald Trump, highlighting both the hypocrisy of the criminal justice system as well as how seeing him go to prison would make the hypocrisy worthwhile. “Pastor Jack’s Off” with Jack Hibbs returns, and we then share biebers involving wall art and dishonest political discourse.

    Podcast #434: FOMO, TikTok, and Bad Catholicism

    Podcast #434: FOMO, TikTok, and Bad Catholicism

     We begin this episode with (surprise) a discussion about the fear death, wondering whether it’s just FOMO that would be eliminated if we were all to die at the same time. We hear from a caller seeking to reconcile the “kinder gentler” version of Catholicism he hears from us with the rigorous kind he grew up with. We revisit the proposed TikTok ban and then do another segment of “Pastor Jack’s Off” with Jack Hibbs, after which we share biebers involving dictionaries and pronunciation.

    Drunk Ex-Pastors
    enApril 03, 2023