Deconstructing! with Delaney and Curtis
Deconstructing! with Delaney and Curtis
Curtis Cooper
We were all raised to think and belief a specific way. What happens when two twenty-somethings get together to break it all down? On Deconstructing, the two hosts discuss a wide range of sensitive/controversial topics from sexuality to aliens. Are you ready to join the dialogue?
Cloning, Genetics, and the Makeup of the Soul
The year is 20XX. Mankind has mastered the art of human cloning, but is it ethical? In this cerebral episode of Deconstructing!, Del and Curtis examine how cloning relates with religion. If a successful human clone was created, would they possess a God-given soul? What even is the definition of a soul? Come and join the dialogue.
Dec 24, 2021
44 min
What is Sin? Embracing our Selfishness
The concept of sin is directly applicable to both religious and non-religious people. Join Delaney and Curtis as they unpack why this is. Are humans predisposed to sin? Join the conversation.
Dec 17, 2021
54 min
Platonic Friendships, Attraction, and the Binding of Souls
In this intimate episode, Del and Curtis break down the idea of platonic friendship. Is it okay to have friendships with people of the gender you're attracted too while in a relationship? The two hosts put their own friendship under the microscope and pull no punches. Why aren't Delaney and Curtis dating? How would either react if the other asked them out? Come join the dialogue as they deconstruct their very friendship.
Dec 10, 2021
1 hr 2 min
Abortion and the Cure for Unwanted Pregnancy
The abortion debate has reignited. As Christians begin to put their Facebook comments and crudely-written signs to good use, it is so easy to spew hate on both sides. How about a little empathy? Delaney and Curtis tackle their most explosive topic yet as they discuss their personal perspectives on pro-choice vs pro-life. They even discuss what they would do in an impossible situation. Join the dialogue, but be prepared: incredibly triggering and graphic topics are discussed at length on this episode. 
Dec 3, 2021
1 hr 4 min
Are Republicans the Party of God?
Politics shape every walk of life in America. On this brutally honest edition of Deconstruction, Del and Curtis are joined by the illustrious Redmond Bandy to break down politics and their forbidden relationship with religion in America. They also discuss their relationships with patriotism and personal of stories of growing up Seventh Day Adventist. Are Democrats and Republicans BOTH failing America? Join the dialogue.
Nov 27, 2021
1 hr 10 min
Polyamory, Polygamy, and Cultural Imperialism
Is it possible to have a healthy relationship with multiple partners? In this controversial episode, Del and Curtis break down the morality of poly-amorous relationships and then examine the culture significance of polygamous marriage. Is outside intervention of a culture that abuses women a form of colonialism? Our iconic co-hosts do NOT agree.
Nov 19, 2021
52 min
Aliens, Existence, and the Limitations of God
What if aliens were to reveal themselves to humankind? Would religion and our idea of God be forever tarnished? In this episode we discuss what we believe about the children of the stars and what that tells us about the extent of God's power. Are aliens just demons? Come join the dialogue.
Nov 12, 2021
49 min
Purity Culture and the Power of Mindfulness
Have Evangelicals ruined sex? Purity culture continues to be a contentious topic within Christian circles. Is the way we have been taught to "Biblically" relate to one another even rooted in Scripture or just another method for control? Come join the dialogue!
Nov 5, 2021
1 hr 1 min
Is Halloween Satan's Holiday?
Halloween oftentimes gets a bad rap in the religious community. Why is that? In the pilot episode for Deconstructing, Delaney and Curtis are joined by two special guests to break it all down and offer some introspective wisdom to boot!
Oct 29, 2021
1 hr 18 min