Nerd Out with the Word Out

Swords into Plowshares

In this thought-provoking episode, Brian and Travis dive into the early Christian commitment to nonviolence, exploring how figures like Justin Martyr and Tertullian challenged the norms of violence, war, and allegiance. With humor and honesty, they ask hard questions about what it really means to "do no harm"—even to your enemies—and whether modern Christianity has drifted from that radical vision.

Jesus vs. Caesar: The OG Political Power Move

In this Holy Week special, Travis and Brian dive into the political theater of Palm Sunday, the subversive symbolism of Maundy Thursday, and the revolutionary snark of the crucifixion. From Roman parades to Passover plates (and maybe a mashed potato debate), we unpack how Jesus’ final week flipped empire on its head.

Pilot...not the Pontius one

In this pilot episode of Nerd Out with the Word Out, Travis and Brian set the stage for their nerdy Bible deep-dives by exploring the Roman world Jesus lived in. From ancient trash heaps to temple politics, they unpack how culture, philosophy, and power shaped early Christianity—and why that still matters today.