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The Religious Treehouse

The Religious Treehouse

By: Matthew Day and Jodie Alderette
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 Welcome to the Religious Treehouse! Remember when you were a kid and would have deep conversations in a treehouse-like setting? That’s what we’re trying to recreate here! Hosts, Jodie Alderette and Matthew Day, attempt to discuss the important topics surrounding religion in a fun, exciting, and academic fashion. With Matthew’s specialty in Hebrew Bible, expect lots of Hebrew Bible episodes, but we hope to present a wide variety of Religions and Religious Practices, too. This isn’t your average Bible Study!Matthew Day and Jodie Alderette Spirituality
Episodes
  • #65 Koran By Heart: A TRT Movie Review

    #65 Koran By Heart: A TRT Movie Review
    Jan 31 2026

    Jodie and Matthew review 2011 Documentary Koran by Heart, which explores an annual Koran recitation competition for children and young people around the world, held in Egypt. The documentary follows a few children and their respective journeys, presenting a variety of ways Islam is practiced around the world and how the memorization of the Koran is important for many Muslims. In western society, people may be more familiar with Bible train events for children, so Jodie and Matthew particularly enjoy seeing a parallel in a different religion that could help humanize Muslims for Christians who may not know many Muslims, but thought the film did well in presentation and content as well. Watch it and let us know your thoughts, too!

    Matthew Rating: 3.5/5

    Jodie Rating: 5/5

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    Bluesky: @TheRELTreehouse

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    32 mins
  • #64 Cain and Abel

    #64 Cain and Abel
    Jan 25 2026

    It’s time for a Biblical Studies podcast episode - this time talking about Cain and Abel, found in Genesis 4 and 5. Listen along to hear Matthew try to pronounce fun words like antediluvian and hendiadys as he and Jodie discuss the children Adam and Eve, along with their relevant genealogies. Who knew genealogies could be so fun?!Follow our socials and reach out to us with thoughts or questions!Bluesky: @TheRELTreehouseInstagram: @TheReligiousTreehouseTikTok: @thereligioustreehouse Facebook: TRTEmail: TheReligiousTreehouse@gmail.com
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    46 mins
  • #63 His Only Son: A TRT Movie Review

    #63 His Only Son: A TRT Movie Review
    Jan 18 2026

    Jodie and Matthew return to the Akedah, or the binding of Isaac, but this time by analyzing a recent movie produced by Christian production company, Angel Studios. His Only Son looks at the binding of Isaac, and other scenes of Abraham’s life. However, Jodie and Matthew discuss how the movie falls short by taking itself too seriously, not having the ability to see the story as anything other than a mirror of Jesus, and most importantly, it’s worrisome seeming support of slavery. Let us know your thoughts!

    Matthew Rating: 0.5/5

    Jodie Rating: 1/5

    Follow our socials and reach out to us with thoughts or questions!

    Bluesky: @TheRELTreehouse

    Instagram: @TheReligiousTreehouse

    TikTok: @thereligioustreehouse

    Facebook: TRT

    Email: TheReligiousTreehouse@gmail.com
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    37 mins
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