The Go To Hell Podcast

Grunge trivia and a discussion of the Parable of the Bad Manager.

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We try a draft with athletes, movies, and beers — trading pop-culture takes, personal stories, and a deciding beer round.

Then we discuss the Parable of the Wedding Banquet (Matthew 22), exploring themes of invitation, inclusion, self-righteousness, and the symbolic meaning of the wedding garment, with reflections on how the kingdom of heaven relates to life now.

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Friend of the show, Andy, joins the podc for a Soundgarden vs. Metallica song pick-off, and a deep, candid discussion about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in education and the church. We share personal backgrounds, classroom realities, and the tension between equity-driven policies and practical outcomes, plus insights from an assistant principal on hiring, curriculum, and building inclusive communities.

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We explore the difference between ethics and morality through Christian and secular perspectives, and cultural values. How do society’s rules (ethics) differ from personal convictions (morality) and how dohistorical and cultural contexts shape what we consider acceptable behavior?

Along the way they discuss film and pop-culture references, family and societal changes, and how personal experience affects moral judgments.

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Despite his episode being recorded about two months ago, it's a really good one.  We have an iconic music face-offs (Prince vs. Michael Jackson, Nirvana, Pink Floyd and more). Then we unpack controversy from Kevin Hart's roast and the limits of comedy, and reflect on American identity and cultural tensions.

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A debate 80s vs. 90s movies. Then we follow with a deep discussion of faith centered on the Prodigal Son and A.W. Tozer’s quote about how our image of God shapes us. The hosts examine how cultural lenses, politics, and church practices influence belief, justice, and Christian identity, calling for compassion, restoration, and a Jesus-centered view of God.

“What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most im...

We mix sports and music debates and movie reviews. Then we dive into a practical discussion about love languages, which categorizes how people like to receive love. Determing love languages can not only help couples in therapy relationships but also friendships, in the workplace, sports, and the church.

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Colton debriefs us on his recent graduation and trip to Disneyland. Then we continue our Christianese series by unpackin the Fruits of the Spirit from Galatians. What genuine spiritual growth looks like versus checkbox religion, how community and trials shape character, and practical encouragement for following Jesus (with a humorous caution: don’t pray for patience).

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We take a break from our Christianese series and catch up with special guests, Nolan and Tim's son Jeff. Pop‑culture chat, with Jeff's stories from policing, military life, and personal trauma. The episode swings between light banter—rodeos, beers, and travel plans—and sober discussions about institutional failures, abuse, and how culture shapes generations.

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Ren Faire surprises, brewery buyouts, and another episode of our Christianese series with a discussion on spiritual gifts.

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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame trivia and a Stevie Wonder shout‑out. Then we discuss Trump and his imagery, as well and "Christian spiritual advisors" likening himself to Christ has reached point that Christians need to address. Is he looking more like Christ or an anti-Christ? This and other news in our world should clarify where Christians should place their hope.

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We do a post-Easter debrief. IMDb Top 20 trivia. Then we discuss the how modern church do Easter services — from drone light shows and helicopter egg drops to marketing-driven outreach — arguing churches should reassess priorities and focus on meaningful discipleship and Easter experience.

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We continue our Christianese series discussing witnessing, the act of sharing the Gospel and our personal experience with Jesus.

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Hosts recover from a brutal flu and recap a raucous brewery weekend (Russian River, Moonlight), then draft iconic walk-up songs inspired by baseball. They recommend a light 80s movie and share beer picks.

The main discussion centers on Alistair Begg’s “man on the middle cross” sermon: a clear, emotional call to simple gospel faith and radical grace, with a critique of politicized religion and false prophets.

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Pop-culture tributes to Robert Duvall, and Winter Olympics trivia. Then we continue our Christianese series by unpacking communion and fellowship.

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We’re joined by frequent guest and friend of the show Nolan to discuss the war between the US and Israel with Iran. It includes a discussion of reports that parts of the US military officer corps conveyed dispensationalist messages to the troops, including “war is part of God’s plan and that Pres. Donald Trump was “anointed by Jesus to light the signal fire in Iran to cause Armageddon and mark his return to ...

First we celebrate the USA Men's Hockey team beating Canada in the Olypics, as well as a review of the Olympics overall. Then Mike Huckabee, US Ambassador to Israel, started a domestic and international kerfuffle by agreeing that in theory Genesis 15 promises the most of the Middle East to the modern state of Israel. We discuss the biblical problems with this view of Israel and why Christians should not embrace Zionism. This episod...

A Super Bowl preview. Grammys trivia. Tim's movie of the week. We continue our Christianese series discussing righteousness and salvation and the different views within the Church on both aspects of Christianity.

Beer of the Week:

• Ramblin Brew Co. Clockwork Orange IPA
• Sierra Nevada Brewing Co Powder Day IPA

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Colton's going for a doctorate. A rant about ICE and political hypocrisy. We continue our Christianese series discussing discipleship. What is discipleship and how is it practiced? Why relationship matters and practical ways to mentor others.

Beer of the Week:

• Ramblin Brew Co. Clockwork Orange IPA
• Smog City Brewing Co. Ice Blink Hazy IPA

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