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Curiously Kaitlyn

Kaitlyn Schiess
Curiously Kaitlyn
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  • Curiously Kaitlyn

    Why did God make Eve from Adam?

    14/07/2026 | 33 mins.
    The story of Adam and Eve has often been used to argue that men were created to lead and women were created to assist. But does Genesis actually say that? Kaitlyn looks more closely at the two creation accounts, the meaning of the word "helper," and why Eve's creation from Adam's side is meant to emphasize their shared humanity rather than her inferiority.
     
    0:00 - Theme Song
     
    0:56 - How Did God Make Even Out of Adam's Rib?
     
    6:02 - Do We Know Genesis?
     
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    16:22 - Suitable Partner
     
    24:30 - Does God Change His Mind?
     
    33:27 - End Credits
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    Do we get mansions in Heaven?

    07/07/2026 | 26 mins.
    Heaven is often imagined as clouds, mansions, and maybe a few streets of gold, but Jesus' promise in John 14 is far more comforting than heavenly real estate. Kaitlyn talks about what Jesus meant when he said his Father's house has many rooms, why "mansions" may be a misunderstanding, and how the Bible's picture of eternity is physical, communal, and full of belonging. Heaven may not include a private mansion, but may offer something much better: a place in God's household.
     
    0:00 - Theme Song
     
    1:55 - Does God Have Mansions for Us?
     
    3:09 - Mansion? Room? Household?
     
    8:18 - Security in Christ
     
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    21:40 - Extended Family of Heaven
     
    26:22 - End Credits
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    If aliens exist, do they need Jesus?

    30/06/2026 | 30 mins.
    What would the existence of aliens mean for the Christian story? Kaitlyn and Mike explore whether sin only affects humans, whether other planets are part of a fallen creation, and what the Bible's big-picture story of creation and redemption might have to say about life beyond Earth. They also talk about the image of God, why intelligence is not what makes humans valuable, and why the hope of Jesus is not just personal forgiveness, but the restoration of all things.
     
    0:00 - Theme Song
     
    2:38 - Are Other Planets Unsinful?
     
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    13:30 - How Does Sin Affect Creation
     
    21:27 - Is Sin Just on Earth?
     
    30:08 - End Credits
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    Does God speak to girls too?

    23/06/2026 | 28 mins.
    Why did changing "brothers" to "brothers and sisters" in some Bibles make so many Christians upset? Kaitlyn unpacks why older translations often said "brothers," "men," or "mankind," and why many newer translations now use more inclusive language. She talks about language, culture, and why it matters that every child knows God's Word is speaking to them.
     
    0:00 - Theme Song
     
    0:25 - Feeling Promotional
     
    1:57 - Why Does it Say "Brothers" in the Bible Instead of "Sisters"
     
    5:02 - Translation Reasons
     
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    13:21 - Why Doesn't Scripture Condemn Sexism?
     
    21:27 - Why Bother Changing Translations?
     
    28:09 - End Credit
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    Why does Jesus pray if he's God?

    16/06/2026 | 34 mins.
    When Jesus prayed, was he talking to himself? Kaitlyn dives into the deep end of Christian theology, talking about the Trinity, Jesus' humanity, and why "three persons, one God" is both true and mysterious. She explores why Jesus praying in the garden is not God merely talking to himself, but a glimpse into the eternal relationship of Father, Son, and Spirit, and why Jesus' human will matters for how we understand prayer, suffering, and obedience.
     
    0:00 - Intro
     
    1:33 - Why Does Jesus Pray for Us if He's God?
     
    4:59 - The Trinity is one
     
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    19:30 - Jesus' Perfect Human Will
     
    26:34 - It's Not Sinful to be Human
     
    34:00 - End Credits
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About Curiously Kaitlyn
Do you have questions about theology, the Bible, or the church that you're too afraid to ask? Tired of pastors and scholars using unfamiliar language or overly complicated explanations? Curiously, Kaitlyn is a weekly podcast hosted by author and theologian Kaitlyn Schiess that tries to make theology accessible, meaningful, and fun. Each week, you'll hear a kid ask a theology question–sometimes serious, sometimes silly–and Kaitlyn will interview a scholar to help answer it (without all the academic jargon). Together, Kaitlyn and her guest discover that this one simple question opens up big theological ideas that can impact our lives, shape our view of God, and understand Scripture in a new way. Whether you're reminiscing about your own childhood curiosities or simply seeking a refreshing take on faith, tune in and rediscover the joy of learning with "Curiously Kaitlyn."
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