Podcasts by The Forgotten Ways Podcast with Brandon Scott Elrod PhD
Forgotten Ways are practices and mindsets that used to be common knowledge but were lost over time: homesteading, raising chickens, herbal remedies, generally stewarding the environment, and honoring the earth while honoring God.
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How does honoring marginalized people show dignity to the earth? from 2020-12-01T16:51:44
In this episode, we talk about the how simple act of noticing the unseen and marginalized people can actually show dignity and honor to the earth. Oh yeah, and we listen to the worst shout-out e...
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How does our eschatology influence our environmental stewardship? from 2020-04-11T21:26:05
On this episode, we discuss apocalyptic thinking and how it affects our motivation toward environmentally friendly practices. We also talk about how the earth is like a rental car. Guest: Matt D...
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What is Gleaning, and why did God require it of farmers in the Bible? from 2020-04-11T20:55:08
This episode dives into the Biblical concept of Gleaning, a provision that God made in the Old Testament to provide for the most marginalized of society. Understanding Gleaning may give us new i...
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Could plants have personhood? from 2020-04-07T13:02:42
This episode explores the existential question of personhood as it applies to plants. Do plants qualify for personhood? If so, what do we do with this knowledge?
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What does loving my neighbor have to do with environmental stewardship? from 2020-04-07T11:19:51
On this episode we talk about the second greatest commandment, "Love your neighbor as yourself", and how caring about our environment actually fulfills this command. We also look at how the Chur...
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Does sensationalism in media undermine environmental stewardship? from 2020-04-07T10:22:01
On this episode we talk about the current state of journalism, media scare tactics and manipulation of the public. Oh, and Greta Thunberg. Guest: Doug Brown.
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Why you really need to raise chickens... from 2020-04-06T17:30:56
On this episode we continue our conversation with Marilee Davis, talking about healthy and balanced love for animals, as well as the adventure of raising chickens. Oh yeah, we also talk a bit ab...
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How do animals teach us about the love of God? from 2020-04-06T17:06:13
Let's face it, some folks really love animals. Why is this? Is it silly and escapist? Is it altruistic? On this episode we talk about how loving animals is a humbling reminder of God's love. Gue...
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Does environmental stewardship have to be so political? from 2020-04-06T13:40:09
Lots of folks want to be more involved in caring for the earth, but are hesitant to do so because political parties are being associated with certain stances. Is it fair or accurate for a libera...
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Do Christians even care about the environment? from 2020-04-06T13:09:26
Christians are often portrayed as not caring about the environment. Is this really the case? If so, why? Does the Bible take such a position? In this episode our resident philosopher Doug Brown ...
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