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TCND: Soccer and Surprise Christian Divorces (Just Like Jesus Christ!)
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Last week, we were jolly and funny. This week: some of us are a little grouchier...and sunburnt... The Peaches' water bottle went missing at the soccer game. And, what's with the lack of "booing" from the Branyan, McKinney, and Farkas section?!?! Where's the loyalty?! Not to mention: John's 4-year-old grandson was being veeeeeery virtuous today. He…
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TCND: Wandering Conversation (Washing Machines, Bunnies and Surprise Visits))
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Our family spent several hours sharing Big Thoughts after church (before we started recording), so now we're ready to just shoot the breeze... Join us for this lighthearted chat. Why does Luke like spaghetti--but not lasagna? How many clothes can be squeezed into a standard washing machine? John gives an update on his landscaping projects. (Spoiler…
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TCND: How Childbirth Works (Change Needs Change)
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Hey, Neighbor! There are babies due to be born in our family over the next few weeks, so we're talking about the birth process! What do "real" contractions feel like? How can we distinguish between "early" labor and "active" labor? Maybe you weren't expecting this conversation, Neighbor, but it sure beats talking about disc golf! Riiiiiiiight? Next…
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TCND: Mole-iminator and Actions Speak Louder (Creeping Thyme)
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It's the season for MOLE HUNTING. If you don't remember The Podcast Ninja's technique, he shares all the gory details again in this episode. Next, John talks about his big plans to avoid yard work... (Psssst, he's going to be sorely disappointed, Neighbor!) Then, Luke tells us the thing that John shared at Church today that felt noteworthy and then…
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TCND: Naming It and Claiming It...and CAKE! (Bi-Weekly???)
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First, let's talk about making cake for no reason... And,we need a short word-study, because the word "bi-weekly" has too many definitions. Next: John has been watching lots of videos of sermons from Charismatic preachers. This false doctrine happens to be the very first theological question that Luke and the Peaches tackled before they got married…
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TCND: Should You Change Careers? (Disc Golf and Oil-Changes)
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Well, Neighbor, it has been TOO LONG since we talked about disc golf! Go get yourself some discs, so you don't have to be left out of the recurring conversation. Next: We're going to answer all your questions about how to schedule your time... No, wait, we're going to tell you whether or not to quit your job. No, actually we're going to talk about …
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TCND: You Need More than Podcasts (Crispy Cuppy-Roni)
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Hey, Neighbor! Papa John's is selling a pizza featuring crispy "cuppy-roni." This is worth mentioning at LEAST a few times this episode... Next: there has been a little bit on controversy in the Fight Laugh Feast network. (But, really, what else is new?) Sometimes listeners feel like their favorite hosts aren't practicing what they preach... The Pe…
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TCND: Toilet-Washing Ceremony (Scooter's Hot Chocolate)
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Hey, neighbor! The Peaches and The Ninja have been together longer than they were "single." They've gone by many names over the years... But why does Uncle David call John "Scooter?" (Settle in, while Scooter unloads his coffee-related trauma.) Then: HAPPY TRANS VISIBILITY DAY! We actually know people--in real life--who have swallowed that Kool-Aid…
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TCND: Talk it Out, Use Your Words (March Madness)
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It's basketball season, Neighbor, and our NCAA bracket is looking sad! But legend has it, the Branyan kids once predicted all four of the Final Four teams and won enough money for John to retire for about two hours. Also, there is DRAMA among the McKinney/West/Farkas cousins. (No, nothing scandalous.) A group of actors, aged 13 and under, are produ…
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TCND: The Ninja's Outgoing Era (Serious Adults)
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If you're tuning in for this episode, you will be among the first to sample The Podcast Ninja's new Outgoing Personality! (Tell us if you think he's not being "serious" enough.) We tackle other questions like: should men wear a suit and tie to church? And should adults watch cartoons?... Later: If you want to add rocks to your health and wellness j…
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TCND: Many Hands, Healthy Community (Go to Church!)
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Welcome to the table, Pkarlgh. Our family participated in a huge fundraiser for our local Christian school--and we were very encouraged! Many hands make for light work... It's great to be part of a functioning community! Then: If you're hearing us talk about this well-oiled machine and wishing your community was as Perfect as ours, let us remind yo…
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TCND: Leaders Take Initiative (Backpack of Conversation)
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Hi, Neighbor! John and Luke called an "audible" at church last week and switched up the communion prep system. Who's going to be mad about that? (Well, some people might.) If you start taking responsibility and making decisions then you will deal with some pushback. But, overall, you will be a HUGE ASSET to a healthy church (or soccer program). Lea…
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TCND: Unequally Yoked in Friendship (Marbles in a Jar)
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Hey, Neighbor! We thought we uploaded this episode ON TIME, but technical difficulties occurred... Better late than never!Oleh The Comedian Next Door
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TCND: Anxious or Just EXCITED? (The Undead Horse!)
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It's snowy in Indiana--but the Peaches broke a power pole back when the roads were basically clear. Luke did a show with Dave Dugan, and John did a show in Wisconsin (Wa-Keh-Shaw). Were these "good" events or "bad" ones? It totally depends on your perspective! Any single event could be both good and bad, or both challenging and successful at the sa…
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TCND: Freedom from People Pleasing (Christians Bad, Non-Christians Good)
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Hey, Neighbor, we're recording on Superbowl Sunday... not to be confused with Tuesdays with Taylor... (By the way, are you the Master of your own Sea?) Then: Not only do Christians like to identify as "Sinners," but we like to sanitize the behavior of the Unbelievers. We want to give them the benefit of the doubt--even though they are Lost. Later: …
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TCND: Peaches the She-Devil (and Luke's Zit)
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We have an extra guest at the table today, Neighbor! Also, John's sons-in-law created a video game character who is almost indescribably ugly. But we try anyway. Either way--let's get down to business... Transformers and electronic tablets are for Christians/Saints--not for Sinners. Boy, this is a controversial topic in our community right now. Is …
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TCND: Seeking Attention (Bottles of Fecal Matter)
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Hey, Neighbor. Our beloved YouTube show, Starving Comics, is coming to an end. (Or, it has already come to an end--since you're listening after the end.) We hope you're thoroughly confused. Or at least angry. If you're sad, we can definitely give you a different emotion to experience... By the way, make note of the fact that Kevin James has a new c…
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TCND: Church Discipline, MLK, and Make a Decision for Jesus (OMG!)
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We are pretty cold over here, Neighbor! Wrap up in your fleece blanket, and you'll fit right in... Luke wants to talk about CHURCH DISCIPLINE today. Let's see if this topic is as controversial as the last one he picked... Plus, the Peaches went to an MLK service at an urban church. (What a trip!) Can we weave these two things together? Later: Luke …
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TCND: "Jesus Hung Out with Sinners" (Neutrality Sucks)
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Welcome to the table, Neighbor! The kids are playing in the background, and the PodNinja is feeling more talkative than usual... To kick things off, John shares why he hopes he gets invited to host the Golden Globes. Next: he Church love to retreat. Most Christians think they are leaving a "neutral ground" in the middle of the battle field, but tha…
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TCND: Let Your Yes be Yes (Cross My Heart)
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Hey, Neighbor! The Podcast Ninja had a run-in with a power tool that might leave you feeling a bit light headed. Then, John shares his New Year's Message for young people... don't promise stuff if you don't really mean it. Words matter, and "semantics" matter. Which brings us to another point: AMERICANS ARE SHOCKINGLY ILLITERATE. (We bring statisti…
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TCND: VERY LATE Christmas Episode (
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Hey, Neighbor! This episode was supposed to air on Christmas Day... but OOPS! Enjoy this late gift, from us. --The Comedian's FamilyOleh The Comedian Next Door
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TCND: Seeds in the Thorns, feat. Juan DeVevo (Part 2)
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Hey, Neighbor. This is PART TWO of the conversation with Juan DeVevo regarding the parable of the sower. (You know, some people are going to reject the Gospel no matter how we present it. So what do we make of that reality?!) We humans love to take credit for our own goodness. But--taking God's glory for ourselves is literally the worst sin we can …
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TCND: Family News and Canceling the Pagans (Puzzlin')
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We're puzzling at the table today! John hurt himself AGAIN. (No surprise.) And we have some news we have been (unintentionally) keeping from you, Neighbor, but the Peaches is too sick to share... Later: John was un-invited from a show for a charity organization, because his blog doesn't support gay people. But do we really want to work for non-prof…
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TCND: Seeds in the Thorns, feat. Juan DeVevo (Sisters in Lingerie)
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The Comedian (John Branyan) and the Musician (Juan DeVevo) are at it again. Do you ever hurt yourself while doing manly things?... The two swap stories about injuries, going all the way back to elementary school! Then, MEMES! Let's recap the happenings on social media this month, including the stupidest hot takes about religion. Why would a PASTOR …
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TCND: Am I Settling? (Wilson Stockholm Syndrome)
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Welcome to the kitchen table, Neighbor! First: We discuss what has come to be labeled "Spanking Gate." The Peaches was encouraged to hear the Wilson's response to all the controversy. Their Family Interventions sound very similar in seriousness to the Branyan Family Meetings! Then: There's nothing like being accused of child abuse from people whose…
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