Is hell really in the Bible? Are demons as ancient and evil as we think? This week, guest Brandon Forman joins us to dig into the surprising origins of these spiritual concepts—from sheol and Gehenna to ancient Greek daimons and New Testament visions. We explore how these ideas evolved and why they still influence mental health, politics, and even how we view the world and others around us today.

Tune in for myth-busting, theology, and big questions about good, evil, and who gets to define them.

In this powerful unscripted conversation, we sit down with Father Castello to explore the intersection of faith, justice, and discomfort. From reviewing the first days of Pope Leo XIV, to the necessity of collaborative communication and living boldly outside our comfort zones, we wrestle with the hard realities of today—like the ongoing existence of concentration camps and modern-day captivity. Rooted in the radical call of the Gospel, we confront the question: if we can’t see Jesus in the poor, how can we see Him in the chalice?

Father Castello is an independent Catholic priest serving in a sober bar community near Charlotte, NC, called Christ the Healer. Known for his accessibility and grounded spiritual direction practice, he brings Christ’s presence to unconventional spaces.

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Ever tried talking to someone and ended up in a word salad with a side of frustration? Same. In this episode, we dive into the deceptively tricky art of actually listening—not just nodding until it's your turn to talk. With a wink and a few well-timed jokes, we unpack Carl Rogers' person-centered therapy (he was the real MVP of "I hear you"), why collaborative communication is harder than assembling IKEA furniture without instructions, and how active listening might just save your next awkward conversation. It's psychology, it's communication, it’s a little bit therapy-ish—but with fewer couches and more sarcasm.

Come for the insights, stay for the gentle roast of your conversational bad habits.