Fkd Up By Faith – Healing Conversations for Those Hurt by Religion
Fkd Up By Faith is a podcast where I explore the deeply personal and often challenging stories of people who’ve been hurt by their faith but have found hope, healing, reconciliation, or forgiveness—whether within their faith traditions or beyond them.
The tongue-in-cheek title belies a serious ethnographic and theological purpose. This podcast began as part of my Master’s research in Public Theology at the University of Chichester, where my dissertation (awarded a distinction) examined the power of podcasting in theological enquiry.
Now, as a PhD researcher in theology through creative practice, I’m expanding this work into an auto-ethnographic podcasting project that deepens my exploration of the transformative power of storytelling within the context of faith and religion.I treat podcasting as a storytelling space—one that invites guests to share experiences of faith, religion, family, and upbringing, as well as the pain of rejection, control, and spiritual abuse
. But these stories don’t end there. Many also encompass journeys toward healing, acceptance, and forgiveness.
For some, these conversations are deeply personal, and I offer anonymity to guests who need it, creating a safe and non-judgmental space where stories can unfold naturally. All my work is underpinned by a rigorous ethical focus.
You can listen to the podcast on Spotify or in all the usual podcasty places. Or click to access episodes on this website. GO to the blog page for text transcripts.
New Work in Progress
As part of my doctoral research in theology through creative practice, I’m developing a new narrative-based, auto-ethnographic podcast. I am examining podcasting as both a source and a medium for personal and academic inquiry into the intersections of faith, trauma, and healing.
Join the Conversation
If you’ve been “fkd up by faith” and have a story of hope or healing to share—or if you simply want to listen to these powerful conversations—I invite you to be part of this journey. Together, we can create a space where stories can heal, inspire, and transform