Barrels, Belief, and Becoming: What Remains After Faith, Fear, and Heteronormativity Burns-Off Wed, 20 May 2026 04:59:41 -0400 https://barrelsandbecoming.com/ en-us © 2026 Barrels, Belief, and Becoming: What Remains After Faith, Fear, and Heteronormativity Burns-Off yes e89c64a5-265c-5b56-b7b5-6e9567b80427 DeEtte Decker episodic false 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. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) exvangelical, LGBTQ, Queer, Deconstructing Faith, Lesbian, Late in Life Lesbian, Women Loving Women, Christianity, Evangelical DeEtte Decker https://storage.buzzsprout.com/tazpijt3pkplte2tf1683s5zwhia?.jpg Barrels, Belief, and Becoming: What Remains After Faith, Fear, and Heteronormativity Burns-Off https://barrelsandbecoming.com/ The Barrels of My Becoming: My Grandparents The Barrels of My Becoming: My Grandparents DeEtte Decker shares her personal journey of belief and becoming through the metaphor of bourbon barrels, exploring her family history, faith, resilience, and the shaping influence of her grandparents.

key topics

  • The metaphor of bourbon barrels as a symbol of shaping and transformation
  • Family history and its influence on personal faith and resilience
  • The impact of grandparents' stories and values on identity
  • The role of faith, discipline, and love in personal development

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

]]> DeEtte Decker shares her personal journey of belief and becoming through the metaphor of bourbon barrels, exploring her family history, faith, resilience, and the shaping influence of her grandparents.

key topics

  • The metaphor of bourbon barrels as a symbol of shaping and transformation
  • Family history and its influence on personal faith and resilience
  • The impact of grandparents' stories and values on identity
  • The role of faith, discipline, and love in personal development

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

]]> DeEtte Decker Buzzsprout-18977752 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400 1769 1 6 full false The Spirit of Becoming: Lessons from Bourbon and Louisville The Spirit of Becoming: Lessons from Bourbon and Louisville
DeEtte Decker explores her life through the metaphor of bourbon making, emphasizing patience, transformation, and authenticity. She shares her personal journey from Louisville's complex history to her own process of becoming, highlighting the importance of honoring one's roots while forging a unique path.

Key Topics:
Metaphor of bourbon making for personal growth
The influence of Louisville's history on identity
The importance of patience and process in transformation

Chapters

00:00 The Art of Bourbon: A Metaphor for Life
03:10 My Kentucky Mash Bill: Roots and Identity
05:55 Growing Up in Louisville: A Tapestry of Contradictions
11:52 The Influence of Faith and Community
17:56 Becoming Myself: The Journey of Transformation

Resources

Louisville's History and Culture - https://www.louisville.com/
DeEtte Decker's Website - https://deettedecker.com/


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

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DeEtte Decker explores her life through the metaphor of bourbon making, emphasizing patience, transformation, and authenticity. She shares her personal journey from Louisville's complex history to her own process of becoming, highlighting the importance of honoring one's roots while forging a unique path.

Key Topics:
Metaphor of bourbon making for personal growth
The influence of Louisville's history on identity
The importance of patience and process in transformation

Chapters

00:00 The Art of Bourbon: A Metaphor for Life
03:10 My Kentucky Mash Bill: Roots and Identity
05:55 Growing Up in Louisville: A Tapestry of Contradictions
11:52 The Influence of Faith and Community
17:56 Becoming Myself: The Journey of Transformation

Resources

Louisville's History and Culture - https://www.louisville.com/
DeEtte Decker's Website - https://deettedecker.com/


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

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