In this final episode of The Radical Middle Podcast, hosts Tommy Nixon and Lenmarie Pascal take a heartfelt look back at their journey over 50 episodes, reflecting on the podcast’s origins and the purpose that shaped it. Created to foster conversations around complex social and church issues, the podcast sought to promote dialogue and mutual understanding across diverse perspectives. Now, as they reach the end of this chapter, Tommy shares exciting news about his upcoming book deal with InterVarsity Press. This new project will allow him to expand on the podcast's core themes of embracing tension and conflict within faith, community, and leadership. While this episode marks a conclusion, it also signals a new phase in the ongoing mission of The Radical Middle—to continue fostering open dialogue and understanding through future content.

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In this episode of The Radical Middle Podcast, hosts Tommy Nixon and Lenmarie Pascal dive into a crucial topic affecting today’s Christian communities—the impact of excessive niceness. Could this culture of "niceness" be one of the reasons young people are drifting away from the church? Tommy and Lenmarie discuss how this overly polite approach often blocks meaningful relationships and limits personal growth, leaving church communities stuck in shallow connections rather than fostering genuine engagement.

They explore the key differences between superficial niceness and authentic kindness, highlighting how true kindness calls for honest conflict resolution rather than avoidance. Together, they challenge the misinterpretation of Jesus' teachings on kindness and leadership that many Christian spaces fall into today. Tommy and Lenmarie illustrate how honest confrontation and vulnerability create a more effective ministry, showing what genuine leadership should look like—and why it’s essential for young leaders who are shaping the future of the church.

Whether you're looking for help as a leader, or simply seeking deeper connections, this episode is a must-listen, shedding light on moving beyond a “nice” facade to embrace true authenticity in ministry and build a more resilient faith community.

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In this episode of the Radical Middle Podcast, hosts Tommy Nixon and Lenmarie Pascal explore sexual ethics, critiquing both conservative purity culture and progressive attitudes towards sexuality. They discuss the impact of these teachings on different generations and stress the need for balanced, scripturally-informed discussions on intimacy and sexual ethics within Christian communities.

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