Season One - In Summary
Thank you so much for tuning in to Season One of De and Re-Construction w/ Trent. What are the topics you would like us to cover in Season Two? Let us know in the comments below.
Thank you so much for tuning in to Season One of De and Re-Construction w/ Trent. What are the topics you would like us to cover in Season Two? Let us know in the comments below.
Skeptic vs Believer
Wouldn't it be great if we had a more open and healthy conversation that existed in the middle? To strive for more moderation and balance? It is human nature to seek the emotional comfort of social groups that see things the way we do. We all do it because it makes us feel good. Where do you come down on this? Do you see yourself as some who approaches the conversation with an open mind, regardless of strongly held beliefs? Let us know in the comments below.
Wouldn't it be great if we had a more open and healthy conversation that existed in the middle? To strive for more moderation and balance? It is human nature to seek the emotional comfort of social groups that see things the way we do. We all do it because it makes us feel good. Where do you come down on this? Do you see yourself as some who approaches the conversation with an open mind, regardless of strongly held beliefs? Let us know in the comments below.
The 10 Commandments of Rational Debate
Debating can be a challenge if you are unprepared to counter logical arguments. Learn the 10 Commandments of Rational Debate and use them against your fellow man to rationally counter those arguments point by point. Have you found any of the 10 commandments to particularly useful in conversation? Is there one that stands out above the rest? Let us know in the comments below.
Debating can be a challenge if you are unprepared to counter logical arguments. Learn the 10 Commandments of Rational Debate and use them against your fellow man to rationally counter those arguments point by point. Have you found any of the 10 commandments to particularly useful in conversation? Is there one that stands out above the rest? Let us know in the comments below.
Discussing Belief Can Get Weird
When it comes to belief things can get real weird. Why are most discussions around differing belief so often blown up into emotional arguments? Let us know your thoughts, or maybe your best story of logical fallacy that you have encountered. Join the conversation and share your experience.
When it comes to belief things can get real weird. Why are most discussions around differing belief so often blown up into emotional arguments? Let us know your thoughts, or maybe your best story of logical fallacy that you have encountered. Join the conversation and share your experience.
When You Don’t Agree With Your Beliefs Pt. 2
What's the point of questioning our beliefs? Because sometimes it can significantly harm or impact others who don't share those beliefs. Join Trent and VN as we explore the dangers implicit in making belief objective instead of subjective.
What's the point of questioning our beliefs? Because sometimes it can significantly harm or impact others who don't share those beliefs. Join Trent and VN as we explore the dangers implicit in making belief objective instead of subjective. What happens when your beliefs cause or imply the exclusion, rejection, or even harm of those who don't share them??? How can we approach belief with love, humility and a sense of humor? Join the conversation and tell us your thoughts!
When You Don’t Agree With Your Beliefs Pt. 1
What's the point of questioning our beliefs? Because sometimes it can significantly harm or impact others who don't share those beliefs. Join Trent and VN as we explore the dangers implicit in making belief objective instead of subjective.
What's the point of questioning our beliefs? Because sometimes it can significantly harm or impact others who don't share those beliefs. Join Trent and VN as we explore the dangers implicit in making belief objective instead of subjective. What happens when your beliefs cause or imply the exclusion, rejection, or even harm of those who don't share them??? How can we approach belief with love, humility and a sense of humor? Join the conversation and tell us your thoughts!
Questioning
Join Vast Noodle on a quirky and often sarcastic trip down questioning lane, where Trent explores the importance of questioning what we believe to be true about our faith, our world, and the culture we live in.
Join Vast Noodle on a quirky and often sarcastic trip down questioning lane, where Trent explores the importance of questioning what we believe to be true about our faith, our world, and the culture we live in. This is often a painful process filled with misunderstandings and broken relationships....how can we traverse this rocky ground with grace and goodwill towards all? Join the discussion and share your story with us!
Positions of Belief
What's objective? What's subjective? What can we know for certain? And what does all of that have to do with the question of the existence of God?
What's objective? What's subjective? What can we know for certain? And what does all of that have to do with the question of the existence of God? Well, possibly nothing, but we are glad you asked. Trent attempts to navigate these tricky waters in a thoughtful manner while not abandoning the trademark humor Vast Noodle is known for. Weigh in and tell us where you stand on this important topic!
Introduction to Deconstruction
The beginning of an honest, often humorous look at the questions that surround belief, faith, and other issues that often divide us humans.
The beginning of an honest, often humorous look at the questions that surround belief, faith, and other issues that often divide us humans. Journey along as a regular guy attempts to start a conversation he hopes will help all of us work towards a greater understanding of ourselves, each other, and this incredible and confusing world we inhabit.