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NXN Podcast - How to be a Good Wife and Fail

How to be a Good Wife and Fail

06/27/24 • 47 min

NXN Podcast

In episode two of the Naughty by Nature podcast, our host Treen dives into the “hot topic” of Christian marriage with special guest Audrey Assad.

They unpack what they were taught to believe about marriage growing up, why they got married, the pressures and expectations they faced as former Christian wives, and what Christian marriage was actually like - sex and all.

Segments include humorous interactions with “God”, played this time by comedians Rachel Wenitsky and David Sidorov, a married couple in real life.

This group explores the evolution of marriage and partnership in both Christian and secular contexts. Audrey and Treen share vulnerable insights about what wasn’t working in their marriages, what they learned from the experience, and how they found lives after divorce that embrace all parts of them.

To join us on this hilarious ride, follow us here as well as on Instagram @nxnpod for more goodies!

You can listen to Audrey’s music on Spotify at Audrey Assad and follow her on Instagram @audreyassad.

You can find Rachel and David on Instagram @rachelwenitsky, @theotherdavidsidorov or at the dog park with their pup Bagel.

Join our naughty community by signing up for our mailing list. Go to https://www.treentreen.com / Naughty by Nature / wait for the pop up and give us your email address.

Produced by:

https://www.rainbowcreative.co

https://www.verna.studio

https://www.treentreen.com

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00:00 Welcome to Naughty by Nature: Unpacking Religious Baggage with Humor

00:17 Meet God: A Divine Comedic Duo

01:52 Introducing Audrey Assad

03:35 Vybes Check and Personal Stories

04:06 Religious Upbringing, Programmed to be a Good Wife

08:35 Sex in Christian Marriage and Deconstruction

17:24 Proposal Stories and Reflections

20:56 The Big Bang Proposal

22:05 Lived Experience in Christian Marriage

24:56 A Christian Artist House in Brooklyn

31:20 Anger and its Role in Self-Discovery

34:29 Learnings from Christian Marriage and Divorce

39:46 Current Relationship with God and Spirituality

44:23 Outro and Where to Find Us

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In episode two of the Naughty by Nature podcast, our host Treen dives into the “hot topic” of Christian marriage with special guest Audrey Assad.

They unpack what they were taught to believe about marriage growing up, why they got married, the pressures and expectations they faced as former Christian wives, and what Christian marriage was actually like - sex and all.

Segments include humorous interactions with “God”, played this time by comedians Rachel Wenitsky and David Sidorov, a married couple in real life.

This group explores the evolution of marriage and partnership in both Christian and secular contexts. Audrey and Treen share vulnerable insights about what wasn’t working in their marriages, what they learned from the experience, and how they found lives after divorce that embrace all parts of them.

To join us on this hilarious ride, follow us here as well as on Instagram @nxnpod for more goodies!

You can listen to Audrey’s music on Spotify at Audrey Assad and follow her on Instagram @audreyassad.

You can find Rachel and David on Instagram @rachelwenitsky, @theotherdavidsidorov or at the dog park with their pup Bagel.

Join our naughty community by signing up for our mailing list. Go to https://www.treentreen.com / Naughty by Nature / wait for the pop up and give us your email address.

Produced by:

https://www.rainbowcreative.co

https://www.verna.studio

https://www.treentreen.com

Thanks to our sponsor of this episode - VYBES! You have to check out their afternoon energy drink that won't keep you up at night. No jitters, no shakes, no crash. Use THIS LINK (https://idrinkvybes.com/discount/AFTERNOONENERGY?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fenergy) to apply a shopping cart discount of 12% off their Afternoon Energy drinks. Or you can type in code AFTERNOONENERGY at checkout to get 12% off.

00:00 Welcome to Naughty by Nature: Unpacking Religious Baggage with Humor

00:17 Meet God: A Divine Comedic Duo

01:52 Introducing Audrey Assad

03:35 Vybes Check and Personal Stories

04:06 Religious Upbringing, Programmed to be a Good Wife

08:35 Sex in Christian Marriage and Deconstruction

17:24 Proposal Stories and Reflections

20:56 The Big Bang Proposal

22:05 Lived Experience in Christian Marriage

24:56 A Christian Artist House in Brooklyn

31:20 Anger and its Role in Self-Discovery

34:29 Learnings from Christian Marriage and Divorce

39:46 Current Relationship with God and Spirituality

44:23 Outro and Where to Find Us

Previous Episode

undefined - Baptism and the Real Meaning of Being Born Again

Baptism and the Real Meaning of Being Born Again

In our premiere episode, our host, Treen, revisits topics taught by the Evangelical Christian church with a blend of humor, storytelling, and role-playing.

Joined by public speaker, coach, and author Ruthie Lindsey, they delve into their past experiences of Evangelical baptism, spiritual deconstruction, and rebirth. Oh and “God” is there too, improvised and played by Los Angeles based comedian, Alen Kolenovic.

This episode touches on the origins of the word 'God', the impact of Christian religious upbringing and what it might actually mean to be “born again.” This hilarious conversation is full of engaging anecdotes and discussions, as this trinity examines themes of shadow work, self-acceptance and the evolving nature of what it means to be on the spiritual path.

To join us on this hilarious ride, follow us here as well as on Instagram @nxnpod for more goodies!

You can find Ruthie’s work on her website https://www.ruthielindsey.com/ and follow her on Instagram @ruthielindsey

You can follow Alen and his comedy on Instagram @alen_kolenovic

Join our naughty community by signing up for our mailing list. Go to https://www.treentreen.com / Naughty by Nature / wait for the pop up and give us your email address.

Produced by:

https://www.rainbowcreative.co

https://www.verna.studio

https://www.treentreen.com

Thanks to our sponsor of this episode - VYBES! You have to check out their afternoon energy drink that won't keep you up at night. No jitters, no shakes, no crash. Use THIS LINK to apply a shopping cart discount of 12% off their Afternoon Energy drinks. Or you can type in code AFTERNOONENERGY at checkout to get 12% off.

00:00 Welcome to Naughty by Nature: Poking at Taboo with Humor and Role-Play

00:45 Diving into Baptism: A Candid Conversation with God

01:14 Introducing Ruthie Lindsay: From Tragedy to Transformation

02:54 Exploring Personal Journeys: From Christian Conformity to Deconstruction

13:29 The Impact of Community and Belonging on Personal Identity

18:27 Unpacking the Shadow: Accepting All Parts of Ourselves

20:26 Embracing Shadow Work and the Power of Love

21:59 The Journey Through Shame and Religion to Self-Acceptance

22:47 Exploring the Depths of Emotion and Trauma

25:09 Healing and Transformation: From Personal Struggle to Universal Connection

25:54 The Evolution of Belief: From Performative Faith to Authentic Connection with God

28:25 Navigating the Mystical Realm: Knowing the Divine

38:00 The Essence of Actually Being Born Again: Richard Rohr’s Order, Disorder, Reorder

42:36 Rituals, Baptism, and the Brave Journey of Deconstruction

44:00 Connecting with Ruthie Lindsay, Alen Kolenovic and Wrapping Up

Next Episode

undefined - Leaving Religion to Find God

Leaving Religion to Find God

In Episode 3 of the Naughty by Nature podcast, Treen and Michael Gungor, musician and host of The Liturgist Podcast, breach the taboo topic (in Christian circles) of ‘Deconstruction’.

Matched with John Itiola, a comedian who plays an overworked and underappreciated version of ‘God’, this trio divulges the challenges that come from questioning Christian constructs.

Non-Christians might wonder, why is it so hard to leave Evangelicalism? This episode addresses the plethora of fears and beliefs that come with saying goodbye to the Christian church. Treen and Michael discuss the unique hang ups in their deconstruction journeys, the power of mystical experiences and both the chaos and freedom that ensued.

They get real, raw, and giggle...a lot!

To join us on this hilarious ride, follow us here as well as on Instagram @nxnpod for more goodies!

You can follow Michael Gungor on Instagram @michaelgungor.

You can follow John Itiola on Instagram @wordsplayed.

Join our naughty community by signing up for our mailing list. Go to https://www.treentreen.com / Naughty by Nature / wait for the pop up and enter your email address.

Produced by:

00:00 Welcome to the Naughty by Nature Podcast

00:39 Meet God and God’s “most favorite” son, Michael Gungor

01:59 The Journey of Deconstruction

05:14 Defining Deconstruction

09:28 A Moment of Surrender

18:08 Mystical Experiences and Support

22:55 The Role of Shame and Fear

24:48 Clearing the Air with God: A Holy Moment

25:47 Deconstructing Spiritual Warfare and Fear: The Mark of the Beast

28:32 Taboo Topics: Masturbation, Polyamory, and Other Deities

30:08 Reclaiming Faith: A New Perspective on God

32:08 Stages of Deconstruction: A Humorous Take

33:49 Questions Every Believer Encounters

36:08 Reclaiming Christianity: Integrating the Past

40:16 Final Thoughts and Farewells

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