Prodigal The Podcast
🎙️ Prodigal: The Podcast — Religion, Faith Deconstruction & Spiritual Freedom Prodigal: The Podcast explores the intersection of religion, faith, politics, culture, and spiritual reconstruction in modern society. Hosted by Don Jackson and Big Sean, the show features honest conversations about faith deconstruction, belief systems, religious institutions, and the search for meaning beyond traditional church structures. Inspired by Don Jackson’s upcoming book Prodigal: Leaving Church and Finding God, the podcast creates space for people questioning inherited beliefs while exploring deeper spirituality, identity, and truth. Each episode brings together diverse voices — including theologians, psychologists, philosophers, scientists, former pastors, and spiritual seekers — to examine how faith evolves in a changing world. What You'll Hear on Prodigal Faith Deconstruction & Spiritual Reconstruction Exploring what happens when people question religious systems and rebuild belief in new ways. Religion, Culture & Institutional Power Examining how religious narratives shape politics, identity, and public life. Healing Religious Trauma Conversations about recovering from toxic theology and reclaiming personal agency. Philosophy, Psychology & Consciousness Exploring deeper questions about meaning, identity, and the nature of belief. Real Stories of Transformation Personal journeys from faith crisis to spiritual clarity. Who This Podcast Is For Prodigal is for listeners who are: • Questioning their faith • Deconstructing religious beliefs • Exploring spirituality outside traditional institutions • Studying religion’s role in politics and culture • Searching for deeper meaning beyond dogma Whether you're navigating a faith transition, exploring new ideas, or simply curious about the intersection of belief and power, Prodigal offers thoughtful conversations that challenge assumptions and open new perspectives. About the Hosts Don Jackson is the founder of the Prodigal Movement, a platform examining spirituality, psychology, social justice, and cultural transformation. His work explores how belief systems shape identity, institutions, and collective consciousness. Big Sean joins the conversation as co-host, bringing sharp insight, humor, and grounded perspective to discussions about faith, life, and navigating truth in a complex world. Join the Conversation Subscribe to Prodigal: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and your favorite podcast platform. For deeper analysis and essays exploring religion, politics, and power, visit: prodigalthepodcast.substack.com
Episodes
🎙️ Exploring African Spirituality & Christian Theology with Reginald Martin | Prodigal: The Podcast
In this eye-opening episode of Prodigal: The Podcast, hosts Don Jackson and Big Sean sit down with Reginald Martin, a spiritual teacher and metaphysical thinker, for a powerful dialogue bridging African spirituality and Christian theology.
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Reginald’s transformation from C...
Journey of Healing & Transformation with Trauma Specialist Alisa Gracheva | Prodigal Podcast
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In this powerful episode of Prodigal The Podcast, hosts Don Jackson and Big Sean sit down with trauma specialist Alisa Gracheva to unpack the deep journey of healing, transformation, and spiritual awakening.
Alisa shares her own experience of overcoming trauma and how it led her to beco...
"Breaking the Silence on Adoption Trauma | Dr. Liz DeBetta on Healing Through Storytelling | Prodigal Podcast"
In this powerful episode of Prodigal, hosts Don Jackson and Big Sean sit down with Dr. Liz DeBetta—award-winning performer, adoptee rights advocate, and creator of the solo show "Unmothered"—to explore the raw, transformative power of embodied storytelling.
Dr. DeBetta ...
🎙 Overcoming Trauma and Breaking Free from Toxic Systems | Prodigal Podcast ft. Michelle Moffitt
In this powerful episode of Prodigal the Podcast, hosts Don Jackson and Big Sean sit down with Michelle Moffitt for an unfiltered conversation about trauma, toxic systems, and radical healing. Michelle bravely shares her journey—from surviving date rape in college to enduring an abusive marriage and navigating ...
Deconstructing Religion, Black Culture & History | Coach Renz on Prodigal Podcast.
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🔥 Is everything you’ve been taught about religion a lie? In this mind-blowing episode of Prodigal Podcast, hosts Don Jackson & Big Sean sit down with Coach Renz to expose hidden truths ab...
Embracing Transformation: Whitney Joy’s Journey on Prodigal the Podcast
In this powerful episode of Prodigal the Podcast, hosts Don Jackson and Big Sean sit down with Whitney Joy, a woman who turned personal tragedy into triumph. After losing her husband, home, and job all within 24 hours at age 30, Whitney embarked on a transformational journey—exploring hypnotherapy, world travel, and self-discovery, culm...
Divine Synchronicities & Consciousness with Sophia Demas | Prodigal: The Podcast
Unlock the Mystery of Consciousness and Spiritual Awakening
Join hosts Don Jackson and Big Sean on this powerful episode of Prodigal: The Podcast, featuring acclaimed author and spiritual experiencer Sophia Demas. In this deeply moving conversation, the trio explores divine synchronicities, miracles, and the intersectio...
In this episode of Prodigal, host Don Jackson and co-host Big Sean engage in a profound conversation with Malachi Gross, touching on topics of race, spirituality, and societal challenges. They explore the impacts of political figures like Trump and Biden on the collective consciousness, discuss the deconstruction of traditional Christianity, and delve into personal stories of empowerment and resilience.
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Exploring Faith and Spirituality with Angel Lopez
Join host Don Jackson in this thought-provoking episode of Prodigal: The Podcast as he welcomes Angel Lopez from Honduras. Angel shares his powerful journey through Christianity, his critiques of institutional church practices, and his vision for true discipleship and spiritual freedom.
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The religious climate in Hondu...
Deconstructing Religion | Prodigal The Podcast | Dr. Dorothy Parker Interview | Don Jackson -Host | Big Sean-Co Host EP2 @prodigalthepodcast
Deconstructing Religious Beliefs: An Enlightening Talk with Dr. Dorothy Parker | Prodigal Podcast
In this eye-opening episode of Prodigal , hosts Don Jackson and Big Sean are joined by Dr. Dorothy Parker, a transformative expert with a doctorate in religious ...
In this episode of Prodigal the Podcast, hosts Don Jackson and Big Sean delve deep into the life of Malachi Gross, a transformational life coach and multimedia expert. Malachi shares his journey from working in special education and psychology to pursuing a career in multimedia, including his time at Oral Roberts University. He discusses his work on documentaries, including 'Why Trump?' which examines Trum...
Breaking Chains: Dr. Rob Kelly's Fight Against Addiction
In this episode of Prodigal High, hosts Don Jackson and Big Sean are joined by Dr. Rob Kelly, a leading authority in addiction recovery. Dr. Kelly shares his incredible journey from a musician who played with legends like Elton John to battling severe alcoholism and homelessness. He discusses his recovery, the neuroscience behind addiction, and h...
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