The Speakeasy

Updated: 30 Apr 2025 • 356 episodes
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The Speakeasy Podcast is a place to have underground conversations out loud. Whether we’re diving into theology, politics, culture, real life, or the way they often all intersect, we’re going to do it together, with kindness and curiosity. Hosted by Blake Guichet (known as @thegirlnamedblake online) -  the best-selling author, Instagrammer, wife, & homeschool mom - the Speakeasy has a place for you, if you want it. The Speakeasy Podcast was formerly the Confessions of Crappy Christian Podcast.

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Author and speaker Jordan Raynor joins Blake to discuss his new book, Five Mere Christians. Jordan shares how the book highlights five believers who, without being pastors or full-time missionaries, profoundly impacted the world through their work, showing how all vocations can be sacred when done for God's glory. He e

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Co-creator of The Science Dilemma Allan Pereira joins Blake to dive into navigating challenging conversations with children, particularly concerning faith and science, amidst today's internet culture. They discuss parental fears of not having all the answers, emphasizing the importance of personal research and trusting

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Project 21 Ambassador KJ McKenzie joins Blake to dive deep into concerns about societal influences on family values and education. They express worry over how media and education are altering traditional family structures, often in ways that conflict with their religious beliefs. They highlight challenges such as the p

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Christian teacher, artist, and blogger Amy Senter joins Blake to discuss the importance of biblical literacy and how a strong foundation in Scripture shapes our understanding of God. They discuss the balance between knowing about God and truly knowing Him, emphasizing the transformative power of personal engagement wit

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Wife, mom, and conservative Christian Amy Main joins Blake to discuss the tension between community and echo chambers, as well as the importance of standing firm in biblical truth despite cultural opposition. They explore the distinction between safe spaces for growth and the dangers of unchecked ideological diversity,

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Author and teacher Alli Patterson joins Blake to discuss the themes of loneliness, friendship, and the importance of healthy relational boundaries. Alli shares insights from her new book, The Blueprint of Belonging, which explores how Jesus modeled relationships and how those patterns can help us navigate our own conne

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