“A Christian podcast unafraid of journeying to the dark side and back.”

From chill-provoking redemption stories to practical steps on how to live a renewed life in Christ, Raised & Redeemed is for anyone seeking healing, truth, and an assuring reminder that they’re not alone.

Michaela Nikolaenko 5/20/25 Michaela Nikolaenko 5/20/25

How to Overcome Sinful Passions | Ep. 92

Discover the true meaning of spiritual warfare through the Orthodox Christian lens. In this episode, we begin a new season exploring how to overcome sinful passions—like pride, anger, and lust—and grow in virtue through the teachings of Thirty Steps to Heaven and The Ladder of Divine Ascent. Learn how to fight the real battle: not just resisting sin, but becoming holy.

Michaela Nikolaenko 10/16/24 Michaela Nikolaenko 10/16/24

Unmasking Gods, Fallen Angels, and Halloween with Orthodox Priest: Fr Andrew Stephen Damick | Ep. 91

In this episode, Father Andrew Stephen Damick is unmasking gods, fallen angels, and Halloween from an Orthodox Christian perspective. We also discuss giants, ghosts, demonic possession, deliverance from demons, and how to live an exorcistic life.

Michaela Nikolaenko 8/7/24 Michaela Nikolaenko 8/7/24

Responding to Protestant Objections | Why We Need the Church to Interpret Scripture | Jamey Bennett | Ep. 86

Orthodox Catechist, Jamey Bennett, is back on the show to answer some of the protestant questions and objections we got from Episode 79. Primarily focusing on why we need the church to interpret Scripture, why "Sola Scriptura" isn't Biblical, and what the Orthodox view actually is on Scripture.

Michaela Nikolaenko 5/15/24 Michaela Nikolaenko 5/15/24

Why I Converted to ORTHODOX Christianity | Ep. 80

The cat is out of the bag that I converted to ORTHODOX Christianity! Today I’m sharing why and a bit of my story from the New Age to Christianity, and from the wide road of all the different denominations into the original Orthodox Church.

Michaela Nikolaenko 5/1/24 Michaela Nikolaenko 5/1/24

The Basics of Orthodox Christianity | Jamey Bennett | Ep. 79

Is praying to saints, the Virgin Mary, and icons idolatry? Why don’t Orthodox Christians believe in “Solo Scriptura?” What is the difference between Catholicism and Orthodox Christianity? If you’ve had any of these questions, this episode with catechist, Jamey Bennett, is for you!

Michaela Nikolaenko 4/17/24 Michaela Nikolaenko 4/17/24

What Led Me To Orthodoxy: Dispensationalism, Christian Zionism & The Rapture Heresy | Amanda | Ep. 78

Today we're discussing the rapture heresy, dispensational theology, Christian zionism, and what led Amanda to Orthodox Christianity.

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“A Christian podcast unafraid of journeying to the dark side and back.”

How to Overcome Sinful Passions | Ep. 92

Unmasking Gods, Fallen Angels, and Halloween with Orthodox Priest: Fr Andrew Stephen Damick | Ep. 91

Responding to Protestant Objections | Why We Need the Church to Interpret Scripture | Jamey Bennett | Ep. 86

Why I Converted to ORTHODOX Christianity | Ep. 80

The Basics of Orthodox Christianity | Jamey Bennett | Ep. 79

What Led Me To Orthodoxy: Dispensationalism, Christian Zionism & The Rapture Heresy | Amanda | Ep. 78

"Michaela is such a faithful, obedient servant to the Lord. May the Lord continue to bless the work of her hands and may the seeds that are sown from this podcast win many souls for the Kingdom of God!!!"

"Michaela is the real deal. Her testimony is powerful. She has surrendered her life to Christ, and the fruit of her obedience is such a testament of His goodness. I can't recommend this podcast enough. You won't find a more genuine and sincere heart. Give it a listen - you won't regret it!"

"I love this podcast. I love the transparency of the life before Jesus and what life is now having Jesus. No judgement at all! She talks about topics most pastors won't It's beautiful and helpful."

"I love this podcast! It's so well thought out and I always learn something new and get encouraged! This needs to be on your list of regular podcasts to listen to!"

"As a long-time listener of the "Raised & Redeemed" podcast, I can confidently say this show is a treasure within the Christian community. It courageously delves into taboo and darker issues that are often overlooked but are crucial for our spiritual growth and understanding."

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Interested in being a guest?

“Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, Whom he hath redeemed from the hand of the enemy; And gathered them out of the lands, from the east, and from the west, From the north, and from the south.”

Psalms 107:2-3