The Unfounded Podcast
The Unfounded Podcast is a free flowing stream of ideas centered on asking the questions we often avoid. The focus is to bring the religious and secular world views into alignment through analyzing the philosophies developed by those who have come before us. The show is highly spiritual in nature, and leverages the practicality often hidden within religious teachings to provide actionable steps through which individual growth and expression can manifest. The classical liberal idea of self expression is a main focus, demanding the listener to practice radical honesty within their spheres of influence in order to discover their individual purpose and the meaning that stems from it.
Episodes
Welcome back for this emotional episode. It's been a tough couple of weeks in the world. After a long break spent working on other projects it seems fitting to return to the podcast in reflection. This episode is meant as a clarification, reflection and apology to the listeners for the ways in which I have been deceived in previous episodes and presented that confusion as truth. It has been a long journey to find the truth but at l...
In this episode of The Unfounded Podcast’s recurring series Take Me to Church, host Christopher Turner brings a fresh approach to engaging with religious texts. Covering Genesis chapters 17 and 18, he explores the transformation of Abram and Sarai into Abraham and Sarah, the covenant of circumcision as a physical symbol of God's promises, and Abraham’s bold intercession for Sodom and Gomorrah.
Beyond biblical analysis, Turner inter...
Welcome back to another Sunday edition of Take Me to Church, a recurring series on The Unfounded Podcast that reimagines the spiritual experience beyond traditional boundaries. This episode dives into Genesis chapters 15 and 16, unpacking Abram’s covenant with God, the promise of countless descendants, and the deep human struggles of doubt and frustration.
We explore the pivotal moment when Sarai, faced with uncertainty, takes fate...
Welcome to a special edition of Take Me to Church! This episode marks an exciting milestone—the first-ever video installment in the series. As always, the goal is to capture the essence of a Sunday spiritual experience without the constraints of traditional church structures.
This week, we explore Genesis Chapter 14, where Abram embarks on a daring mission to rescue his nephew Lot. But the story goes deeper than heroism—it’s a less...
Welcome to another Sunday edition of Take Me to Church! In this episode, we dive into Genesis chapters 12 and 13, exploring the introduction of Abram and his early encounters after receiving a divine calling. His journey is far from simple—marked by fear, deception, and divine repercussions. From his choice to mislead Pharaoh in Egypt to the growing tension with his nephew Lot over wealth and land, Abram's story highlights both hum...
Welcome back to Take Me to Church, a series that breaks free from traditional religious structures to explore spirituality through open-minded conversation. In this episode, we embark on the journey of Abram’s introduction in Genesis 12—a pivotal moment in biblical history where one man takes a leap of faith into the unknown.
Abram’s story isn’t just about divine promises; it’s about stepping into authenticity, challenging societal...
Welcome back to Take Me to Church, the series that challenges conventional perspectives and fosters open exploration of religious texts. This week, we dive into Genesis Chapter 11 and the story of the Tower of Babel—one of the Bible’s most enigmatic narratives.
Rather than a simple tale of human ambition and divine intervention, this episode examines Babel as a reflection of humanity’s ongoing search for connection, knowledge, and ...
Welcome back to Take Me to Church, a series dedicated to exploring spirituality beyond conventional boundaries. This week, we embark on a deep dive into Genesis Chapters 8 and 9, unpacking the story of Noah’s Ark and the profound symbolism woven into its aftermath.
Far more than a survival tale, Noah’s journey invites us to reflect on themes of renewal, divine covenant, and the forces that shape human destiny. From the sending of t...
This week’s episode takes a deep dive into the nature of creation, good and evil, and the enduring mysteries woven into ancient texts.
We begin with selections from Paradise Lost, offering a powerful reimagining of the Fall of Man and the rebellion of the angels. From there, we turn to Genesis 5–7, tracing the lineage from Adam to Noah, the corruption that led to the flood, and the enigmatic presence of the “sons of God” and the gi...
Welcome back to Take Me to Church, where we explore spirituality beyond traditional boundaries. This episode dives into the timeless human struggle between truth and deception, drawing from the biblical story of Cain and Abel in Genesis. Through this foundational narrative, we examine themes of morality, inherited flaws, and the choices that define us.
But the discussion doesn’t stop there. We also reflect on the broader pressures ...
Welcome to the first in a series of Sunday episodes titled "Take Me to Church", where spirituality is not confined to walls or traditions but thrives in open exploration. This week, we delve into the Genesis 1 and the creation story, not as a singular doctrine but as one of many ancient narratives that may describe the same fundamental truth.
Through deep discussions on the Dead Sea Scrolls, The Book of Enoch, and ancient Egyptian ...
With the 2024 presidential election now settled, emotions are complex—celebration is met with an undercurrent of uncertainty. In this episode of Take Me to Church, Christopher Turner steps beyond the surface excitement of populist success to explore the deeper psychological and emotional weight that lingers after the dust settles.
Turner reflects on how unprocessed trauma—both personal and collective—shapes political reactions. Usi...
Loss is one of life’s greatest challenges, but in grief, there is transformation. In this deeply reflective episode of The Unfounded Podcast, we confront the reality of saying goodbye and explore how letting ourselves fully experience loss reveals profound truths about existence—an ongoing cycle of energy, change, and renewal. Rather than numbing the pain, embracing it allows us to see beyond the surface and reconnect with the worl...
Ever have one of those days where everything seems fine until something unexpectedly throws you off? In this episode of The Unfounded Podcast, Christopher Turner takes a hard look at moments of frustration and self-reflection, exploring the deeper truths hidden behind emotional reactions.
What starts as an analysis of personal accountability expands into a powerful discussion on growth, trauma, and the biases we carry—sometimes wit...
After a year of chaos and uncertainty, The Unfounded Podcast returns to its roots—raw, honest, and unfiltered. In this episode, Christopher Turner reflects on the frustration so many are feeling: What can I do to help? Where is my voice in all of this?
Looking back on early episodes, Turner explores how his beliefs have shifted over time, embracing vulnerability as a key part of growth. In a world saturated with content, the challe...
Welcome back to The Intuitive Series, where we tap into the unseen—channeling messages from ascended masters, exploring psychic readings, and embracing the deeper layers of spiritual insight. This live session, originally streamed on July 5, 2024, is timeless, meant to reach you whenever the energy speaks to you. Let your intuition guide you in recognizing the messages that resonate most.
Beyond the readings, this episode takes a p...
In this Fourth of July episode of The Unfounded Podcast, Christopher Turner lets the conversation flow freely, reflecting on both personal challenges and the broader state of the nation. He begins with an honest discussion about the difficulties of maintaining consistency in the podcast, sharing his journey of physical and emotional healing and the struggles that have come with it.
The episode then shifts to a deep examination of t...
In this thought-provoking episode of The Unfounded Podcast, Christopher Turner takes a deep dive into the complex nature of dishonesty—how it manifests in public discourse, entertainment, and personal integrity. Using two striking examples from recent media, Turner analyzes the ways deception influences perception and trust.
The first discussion centers around a moment from the PBD Podcast, where Chris Cuomo is confronted with a cl...
Few global conflicts are as deeply rooted and emotionally charged as the Israeli-Palestinian struggle. In this episode of The Unfounded Podcast, we take a step back from the noise, frustration, and polarization to attempt something rare—genuine understanding.
With modern tensions in Gaza as a backdrop, we unravel the historical layers of the conflict, tracing its origins to the rise of Zionism in the late 19th century and examining...
This episode of The Unfounded Podcast is an unfiltered deep dive into trauma—how it manifests in society, how it shapes us individually, and how healing is possible. Christopher Turner begins with a Secular World Update, analyzing the disturbing revelations surrounding figures like P-Diddy and Jeffrey Epstein, highlighting their cases as stark examples of power, corruption, and the widespread presence of abuse in our world.
The con...
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