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  1. This is Water

    book
    05/02/19
    10 mins
    By Michael Berg | Wade Johnston
    On episode ONE HUNDRED (they finally did it) of Let the Bird Fly! the guys sit down (sans Ben despite their best efforts to get him there) to discuss the commencement address This is Water by David Foster Wallace.
    This is Water

  2. Episode 4: Cinderella

    book
    04/24/19
    1 min
    By Cindy Koch
    On this episode we talk about Cinderella, the difference between circumstance and identity, God's gifts found in ordinary objects, and our longing for the "happily ever after" ending. We were inspired by an essay by J.R.R. Tolkien called “On Fairy Stories”. Ultimately, these fun stories stir up simple truths about ourselves, our God, and the greatest story we know in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
    Episode 4: Cinderella

  3. Episode 5: Jack and the Beanstalk

    book
    04/24/19
    1 min
    By Cindy Koch
    On this episode we recall the story Jack and the Beanstalk, discussing God's Kingdom and its perceived insignificance, also drawing connections from this fairy tale to the biblical account of David and Goliath. We were inspired by an essay by J.R.R. Tolkien called “On Fairy Stories”. Ultimately, these fun stories stir up simple truths about ourselves, our God, and the greatest story we know in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
    Episode 5: Jack and the Beanstalk

  4. Episode 6: Lion King

    book
    04/24/19
    1 min
    By Cindy Koch
    Join the conversation with Cindy Koch and her children in this six-part series involving select FAIRY TALES. On this episode we discuss the Lion King, recognizing sin and deceit in this world, but also finding hope for the happy ending promised to us in Christ. We were inspired by an essay by J.R.R. Tolkien called “On Fairy Stories”. Ultimately, these fun stories stir up simple truths about ourselves, our God, and the greatest story we know in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
    Episode 6: Lion King

  5. On the Commodification of People

    book
    04/17/19
    8 mins
    By Michael Berg | Wade Johnston
    Wade hijacks the podcast and forces Mike and Peter to discuss the commodification of people.
    On the Commodification of People

  6. On Being the Wife of a Pastor

    book
    04/11/19
    5 mins
    By Michael Berg
    Mike and his wife Amanda have the Strong family over to their house for dinner and some podcasting. First the Berg and Strong kids talk about their favorite summer activities and favorite Easter tradition. Next the adults discuss what it means to be a pastor’s wife.
    On Being the Wife of a Pastor

  7. 51: Beth Moore - Christian Communicators

    book
    04/03/19
    1 min
    By Christopher Gillespie | Donavon Riley
    When You’re a Christian Communicator... Sometimes You Have to Not Talk About Jesus?! Riley and Gillespie tackle a request from a listener to engage with Beth Moore, popular author and speaker among evangelical Christian women.
    51: Beth Moore - Christian Communicators

  8. 50: David Zahl - "Seculosity"

    book
    03/27/19
    2 mins
    By David Zahl | Christopher Gillespie | Donavon Riley
    This week, Gillespie and Riley interview David Zahl about his forthcoming book, “Seculosity.”
    50: David Zahl -

  9. Rome’s Transition From Republic

    book
    03/12/19
    5 mins
    By Michael Berg | Wade Johnston
    Mike and Wade sit down with Professor Sheena Finnigan to discuss Rome’s transition from a republic.
    Rome’s Transition From Republic

  10. 46: Flannery O’Connor - Good Country People, part 1

    book
    02/27/19
    1 min
    By Christopher Gillespie | Donavon Riley
    This week, Gillespie and Riley read and discuss Flannery O’Connor’s short story, Good Country People. What does it mean that someone is a good Christian?
    46: Flannery O’Connor - Good Country People, part 1

  11. Religion ≠ Political Party

    book
    02/19/19
    6 mins
    By Michael Berg | Wade Johnston
    On episode NINETY-ONE of Let the Bird Fly! Mike, while in Utah, had the opportunity to sit down with Barb Munoz to discuss the difficulties and dangers of equating religion and politics.
    Religion ≠ Political Party

  12. Martin Luther King Jr.

    book
    02/05/19
    4 mins
    By Michael Berg | Wade Johnston
    Wade and Mike sit down to discuss the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and his lasting impact on America today both consciously and unconsciously.
    Martin Luther King Jr.