“I first came across the podcast when Jeanine interviewed a Cancer patient. It was an amazing and realistic episode. I also loved when she had an Olympian among other guests on the show. Afterwards, I really wanted to like this show, but it is Christian fluff with a savior complex. It’s like a Lululemon * Jesus collab.
Jeanine talks about loving people, but don’t forget about BOUNDARIES and Spring fashion. I would love a Christian podcast that talked about real issues. How as Christians can we help Muslim Uyghurs facing Genocide in China? What about interviewing foster moms or individuals working to end homelessness in Dallas? What about interfaith groups helping resettle refugees? What about people attempting to end the death penalty? What about sustainable fashion brands that empower women? I am fairly certain Miep Gies and Mother Theresa weren’t spewing out Christian elitism and toting Luis Vuittons.
My biggest issue is the amount of times that she uses the word I. “My friends and I don’t gossip….I am really good at x,y,z, ect….Why me god?” It’s like sitting in an evangelical Bible study with a bunch of single girls complaining about their relationship status.
This show is very marriage/purity obsessed. Jeanine talks about intentional dating, but I couldn’t help but notice how she objectified her own boyfriend. I feel that she fills naive Christians girls heads with toxic ideas. For example, purity and a Christian man will ensure your happiness in marriage at 28….um what? I don’t think marrying after 9 months of dating is intentional (but sounds pretty lustful).
It’s okay to be a Christian and have Buddhist/Hindu friends (that you aren’t trying to convert). It’s okay to want to date around. How else are you supposed to know what you want? It’s fun to be single. You should travel and not solely live in a Christian bubble. Your active sex life isn’t what defines your relationship with Jesus.
I really wanted to like this show. I love Grace Valentine’s Christian podcast “Water into Wine” and a Muslim British podcast called the “Oversharers.” These faith based podcasts due a great job of loving people in non narcissistic/preachy way.
I wish Jeanine all the best. She is a great interviewer. I also enjoy her read along Bible study. However, I think that she could be doing so much more with her platform and ultimately for God instead of hyper focusing on superficial topics.”
Alle Xo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/11/23