Often in our society, male partner jealousy is romanticized. When men are aggressive, controlling, and jealous, it is seen as just another way to express their “love” for their partner. This is often portrayed in popular movies, books, and television shows as an attractive quality in men. I have heard women with controlling and jealous … More Jealousy is Not Romantic (Originally published for Ezer Rising)

  Since this is our last episode in season two, we wanted to give y’all some of our favorite Christian Feminism resources! We mention people and blogs like Sarah Bessey, Kelly Ladd Bishop, Jory Micah, Carolyn Custis James, The Thistlette, Sierra White, and many more! http://christianfeminismweekly.podbean.com Do you have any sources we should check out? … More CFW: Resources for Christian Feminists

This week Ashley and I had the privilege of speaking with author, blogger, speaker, and abuse victim advocate, Mary DeMuth. Mary shared about her childhood abuse story, gave intimate marriage advice, and told us why surrounding herself with strong women is important to her. “People who get married who have not been sexually abused, but they … More CFW: Interview with Mary DeMuth

This week, Ashley and I are talking about three traits to watch out for in a man. These traits, which at times may seem harmless, can lead to mental, emotional, and physical abuse. “This type of [controlling] behavior is really dangerous, and it is completely unacceptable, and it can lead to other problems including physical abuse. This is … More CFW: Three Traits to Watch Out for In a Guy

We are so excited to introduce our friend, The Feminist Asian Dad, Eugene Hung! Tune in as Eugene shares about his amazing presentation at Biola University on sexual assault. He also shares his advice for dads raising daughters and men who want to end gender inequality. “Sexual assault, it’s not just a women’s issue, it’s a … More CFW: Interview with the Feminist Asian Dad, Eugene Hung

We are so excited to have pastor, author, and blogger, Amber Picota, on our show today! Amber shares about the challenges of being a female pastor and the vision for her new book, “God’s Feminist Movement.” “I had several people in the same morning ask me, “So are you the pastor’s wife?”… It was the … More CFW: Interview with Pastor Amber Picota

This week, Ashley and I are so excited to have scholar, blogger, and egalitarian, Margaret Mowczko, on the show! Tune in as Margaret breaks down the word “kephale” (head), talks about marriage, and shares about her website. “It’s really important to look at the context of Ephesians 5 to work out what is actually being … More CFW: Interview with Margaret Mowczko 

This week, Ashley and I are discussing the word “helpmeet” or “helpmate.” This has been a controversial topic in many Christian circles, and today we want to discuss the origin of this word as well as share about our own personal experience. “I think it’s really important to understand that with translations, with how things are … More Helpmeet: I Don’t Think It Means What You Think It Means

Photo by Lwp Kommunikáció The Church of Scientology has been in the news quite a bit lately due to Leah Remini’s mini documentary series exposing the abuse that happens in the church (or cult). This week, Ashley shares a bunch of great information on how Scientology is similar to many Christian churches. At the end, we discuss … More CFW: Scientology & Spiritually Abusive Christian Churches