The Mockingcast

About the show

The Mockingcast is a bi-weekly podcast hosted by RJ Heijmen, Sarah Condon and David Zahl, and brought to you by Mockingbird Ministries, an organization which seeks to connect the Christian faith with the realities of everyday life in fresh and down-to-earth ways. You can find out more about Mockingbird at www.mbird.com.

Audio production provided by TJ Hester.

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Episodes

  • Episode 276: Love Has a Million Disguises (But Winning Is Simply Not One)

    April 14th, 2025  |  1 hr 13 mins

    In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk comic marriages, unruly kids, brainwashed Christians and Lenten props. Also, RJ recounts his favorite ever baptism while Sarah revises her opinion of frozen margaritas.

  • Episode 275: Whereupon He Flipped Me the Bird

    March 24th, 2025  |  1 hr 8 mins

    In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk trend fatigue, athletic nepotism, and toxic preconditions. Also, RJ ponders South Korean babies while Sarah balks at a decision-making expert's decision.

  • Episode 274: Donuts for Lent

    March 10th, 2025  |  1 hr 6 mins

    In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk gracious dermatology, religious resurgence, endemic narcissism, and alto harmonies. Also, Sarah sings some spirituals while RJ watches some cows.

  • Episode 273: The Kingdom of God Comes to Death Row

    February 17th, 2025  |  1 hr 17 mins

    In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk relationship recessions, trustafarian guilt, providential nuns, and revitalized churches. Also, Sarah throws a Galentine's party for the ages.

  • Episode 272: Running Toward the Ick

    February 3rd, 2025  |  1 hr 8 mins

    In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk attention wars, inner critics, and middle school drama teachers. Also, RJ learns what HALT stands for, while Sarah gets her playdates mixed up.

  • Episode 271: The Trapdoor of Grace

    January 20th, 2025  |  1 hr 12 mins

    In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk diminished partying, fearful motivations, radical saints, and the difference between spells and prayers. Also, Sarah shares what will happen when all the yards are finally mowed.

  • Episode 270: Planes, Trains, and Miracles

    December 21st, 2024  |  1 hr 12 mins

    In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk peak reviewing, Martha Stewart's redemption, and Vietnamese recovery. Also, Spotify brings Dave full circle while Sarah uncovers a lost monologue from an 80s classic.

  • Episode 269: A Crisis of Gratitude

    December 9th, 2024  |  1 hr 5 mins

    In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk prepositional gratitude, backfiring fatalism, overgrown cemeteries, and lighthearted Advents. Also, RJ expounds on the benefits of bumblefat. To respond to the opening appeal, please visit www.mbird.com/support.

  • Episode 268: Loving the Hell Out

    November 18th, 2024  |  1 hr 1 min

    In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk post-election uncertainty, grieving non-grandparents, digital self-worth, and the bondage of the will. Also, Dave shares an important new use for q-tips.

  • Episode 267: Redemption Is Better Than Perfection

    November 4th, 2024  |  1 hr 2 mins

    In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk vibes, clutter, high school bullies, and fortunate falls. Also, Sarah contemplates Elvis, while RJ comes to terms with his uncoolness.

  • Episode 266: Reintroducing the Mockingcast

    October 22nd, 2024  |  49 mins 2 secs

    Recorded in front of an audience in Tyler, TX, Sarah and Dave do their best to explain the What and Why of The Mockingcast. Think of it as a rare peek behind the curtain as well as a perfect jumping on point for new listeners.

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    Episode 265: Why Me Lord?

    October 7th, 2024  |  1 hr 4 mins

    In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk Michelin stars, friends with money, autonomy traps, and Kristofferson's conversion. Also, Sarah and Dave gush about their favorite poet-priest-prophet-musician-TacoBellObsessive Andy Squyres.

  • Episode 264: Rock Bottom Has a Basement

    September 23rd, 2024  |  1 hr 12 mins

    In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk school drop-off insanity, mindful underparenting, Silicon Valley rationalism, and anorexic recovery. Also, Sarah listens to a parking lot confession while RJ fails to keep up. This episode is lovingly dedicated to the memory of Everett Lees.

  • Episode 263: Estrangements and Encylopedias

    September 9th, 2024  |  1 hr 7 mins

    In their first episode back, RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk peak loneliness, familial estrangement, and forgiven shoplifters. Also, our new logo/icon debuts, and a pair of Condons learn to surf.

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    Bonus Episode: "Faith" from The Brothers Zahl

    June 20th, 2024  |  1 hr 27 mins

    For Mockingcasters looking for something to listen to while the gang is on hiatus this summer, look no further! We hope you enjoy the first episode of the new season of Mbird's The Brothers Zahl podcast on "Faith". Look for more episodes wherever you find your podcasts (or via the links in the show notes).

  • Episode 261: What Am I Gonna Do About the Demons?

    June 3rd, 2024  |  1 hr 3 mins

    In their last episode before the summer hiatus, RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk wedding snobbery, tearjerker movies, and secular exorcisms. The gang wish listeners a fruitful unburdening these next few months! If you feel so led, visit www.mbird.com/support to respond to the opening appeal.