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Barrels, Belief, and Becoming: What Remains After Faith, Fear, and Heteronormativity Burns-Off

Barrels, Belief, and Becoming: What Remains After Faith, Fear, and Heteronormativity Burns-Off

Di: DeEtte Decker
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Barrels, Belief, and Becoming is a podcast for those untangling inherited faith, releasing fear, and discovering who they are becoming later in life. Through humor, honest conversation, lived experience, and thoughtful reflection, hosts DeEtte and Abbi explore what remains after certainty burns off—and what can be reclaimed with courage and compassion. Episodes invite listeners into stories of deconstruction, identity, grief, joy, and rebuilding a life with integrity.

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  • Burning the Rulebook
    Feb 15 2026

    In this episode of 'Barrels and Becoming', hosts DeEtte Decker and Abbi Long explore the intersection of inherited faith and lived truth. They discuss the importance of letting go of old beliefs, the journey of deconstruction, and the significance of desire as information rather than temptation. Through the metaphor of bourbon distillation, they illustrate the process of sifting through beliefs to discover one's true identity. The episode emphasizes the idea of belonging and the journey of becoming who we are meant to be, inviting listeners to join in the exploration of their own stories.

    Takeaways

    • Obedience is not the same thing as truth.
    • The table has always belonged to God, not gatekeepers.
    • You already belong, regardless of your past.
    • Desire should be listened to, not managed.
    • The journey of faith is about becoming a beloved child of God.
    • Deconstruction is a process of walking through the fire.
    • It's important to ask questions and confront doubts.
    • Belief encompasses more than just religious faith.
    • Everyone's journey of becoming is unique and valid.
    • You're not broken; you're right on time for your own life.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
    01:36 Commonwealth Communion: Bourbon and Cornbread
    08:11 Storytelling: Desire vs. Temptation
    28:14 Deconstruction: The Distillation Process
    34:06 Closing Thoughts and Future Episodes

    Share your story with us or ask us a question at www.barrelsandbecoming.com

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