
The Speakeasy
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.
Show episodes

Jesus Gave Us the Blueprint for Belonging & Relationship, but Do We Use It? | Alli Patterson | Episode 348
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

The Case for the Supernatural: Miracles, Angels, and Near-Death Experiences | Lee Strobel | Episode 347
Author, apologist, and evangelist Lee Strobel joins Blake to discuss his journey from atheism to faith, driven by his wife's conversion and his quest to disprove Christianity, leading to his acceptance of Jesus after thorough historical and scientific investigation. They explore the compelling evidence for Christianity

Grassroots Power, Free Speech, and the Future of America | Mark Meckler
Political, social, and media commentator Mark Meckler joins Blake to discuss the intersection of politics, faith, and media influence, highlighting the guest’s perspective on government accountability and the role of the press. They discuss the lack of productivity among federal workers and the consequences of ineffici
Best-selling author James Finke joins Blake to discuss apologetics and how wrestling with doubt led him to a deeper faith. James shares his journey from a nominal religious upbringing to a life-changing encounter with scripture during a period of intense anxiety. He recalls how a panic attack drove him to open his Bibl
Financial expert, best-selling author, and YouTuber George Kamel from Ramsey Solutions joins Blake to discuss faith, finances, and breaking free from debt. He shares his personal journey from financial struggle to becoming debt-free and emphasizes the importance of shifting from a scarcity mindset to an abundance minds
Executive Director of National Center’s Free Enterprise Project Stefan Padfield joins Blake to dive into the complexities of DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) and how its implementation has evolved, particularly since 2020. They explore how DEI shifted from preventing workplace discrimination to actively enforcing