Episodios

  • Christine Tracy on Just Trust Life: A Journey with Teilhard de Chardin

    Christine Tracy on Just Trust Life: A Journey with Teilhard de Chardin
    Mar 11 2026
    We had the loveliest of conversations with writer, journalist, and rhetorician, Christine Tracy on her new book Just Trust Life: A Journey with Teilhard de Chardin. Her book and our conversation are about Teilhard, but are both also deeply rooted in how he became a guide and a north star for Christine as she goes on a transcendent journey to find her truest self. What can we learn by letting go of fear and shame and learning to just trust life? We hope Teilhard and Christine inspire you to look within, to trust self, and to transcend. All you need is already within you.

    Show Notes:
    • Christine's Website
    • Just Trust Life: A Journey with Teilhard de Chardin by: Christine Tracy
    • Teilhard Project Scholars
    • The Newsphere by: Christine Tracy
    • Summer by Frank Weston Benson
    • Emergency Family Assistance Association in Boulder
    • Wilding by Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer

    Questions to consider:
    1. How can embracing your inner wildness lead to a more authentic and fulfilling life? Reflect on moments when you felt most connected to your truest self and consider how you can incorporate more of these experiences into your daily life.
    2. In what ways can pain serve as a catalyst for personal growth and spiritual awakening?
    3. How does practicing love as a cosmic energy influence your interactions with others and the world around you?
    Practices to try:
    1. Dedicate time each week to engage with nature or activities that allow you to express your primal energy. This could be through hiking, dancing, or simply spending time withnature.
    2. When experiencing emotional or physical pain, take a moment to journal or meditate on what this pain is teaching you about your true nature. Use this practice to transform suffering into a lesson of resilience and love.
    3. Incorporate intentional acts of love into your daily routine. This could be as simple as smiling at a stranger, expressing gratitude, or sending positive energy to someone in need.



    Chapters
    00:00 Embracing the Wilderness Within
    02:51 The Journey with Teilhard
    06:40 Finding Authenticity and Being Seen
    12:21 Transcendence and Inner Connection
    18:01 The Noosphere and Collective Evolution
    23:38 Pain as a Teacher and Personal Power
    26:54 The Power of Presence and Love
    27:38 Art as a Catalyst for Connection
    30:19 Exploring the Energy of Love
    33:28 Reconnecting with the Self
    36:40 The Role of Ancestors in Our Journey
    39:23 Embracing Challenges and Enemies
    42:35 Envisioning a Better World
    50:32 Nature's Healing Influence
    52:56 The Wisdom of Trees and Water Blessings
    57:12 NEWCHAPTER
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    58 m
  • The Quest for Shalom: A Conversation with Lisa Sharon Harper

    The Quest for Shalom: A Conversation with Lisa Sharon Harper
    Mar 4 2026
    We are thrilled to speak with Lisa Sharon Harper, founder of Freedom Road, podcaster, public theologian, author, including the books Fortune: How Race Broke My Family And The World—And How To Repair It All, and The Very Good Gospel: How Everything Wrong Can be Made Right. In this wide ranging conversation Lisa shares with us her wisdom and her witness as we talk about the crises we face in our country and in the church and the hopes that can be found in knowing our history, love, community, and connection.

    Show Notes:
    • Freedom Road
    • The Truth Is - Lisa’s Substack
    • Fortune: How Race Broke My Family and The World-And How to Repair It All
    • The Very Good Gospel: How Everything Wrong Can Be Made Right
    • bell hooks
    • Toni Morrison - Beloved

    Chapters
    00:00 The Essence of Identity and Respect
    01:55 Introducing Lisa Sharon Harper
    02:52 Journey Towards Shalom
    05:51 Understanding Shalom: More Than Just Peace
    19:30 Shalom Between Genders: A Deeper Exploration
    26:07 The Hebrew Concept of Perfection vs. Western Understanding
    35:59 The Practice of Love in Society
    39:42 Self-Love as a Foundation for Justice
    43:25 The Power of Love vs. Anger
    47:17 Decolonizing Faith and Ecclesiology
    59:27 Building Communities of Faith
    01:05:33 A Call to Action for Faith Leaders
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    1 h y 10 m
  • Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer on the Reciprocity of Poetry

    Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer on the Reciprocity of Poetry
    Feb 25 2026
    This week we are joined by poet Rosemary Wahtola Trommer as she shares her journey of writing poetry daily, the role of nature in her work, and how grief has shaped her understanding of beauty and vulnerability. We discuss the integration of personal loss with the creative process, the importance of collaboration, and the power of poetry to express the inexpressible. Rosemary emphasizes the significance of being present in the moment and how poetry serves as a bridge to connect with our emotions and the world around us. Phil also makes his (tear filled) poetry debut.



    Show Notes
    • Rosemerry's Website
    • Rosemerry's Substack
    • Rosemerry's Albums: Dark Praise and Risking Love
    • Ritual App
    • evermore.org


    Chapters
    00:00 The Power of Poetry and Vulnerability
    04:05 The Journey of Daily Writing
    13:06 Nature as Inspiration
    16:41 Integrating Beauty and Reality
    20:56 Celebrating Women Artists
    28:04 Collaboration and Creativity
    33:58 Finding Comfort in Poetry
    36:40 The Transformative Nature of Loss
    36:43 Embracing Grief as a Teacher
    44:58 The Intersection of Grief and Praise
    51:01 The Power of Poetry in Grief
    58:35 The Role of Art and Nature in Healing
    01:03:25 Sharing and Celebrating Creative Expressions
    01:06:58 NEWCHAPTER
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    1 h y 8 m
  • Liza Rankow on Soul Medicine for a Fractured World

    Liza Rankow on Soul Medicine for a Fractured World
    Feb 18 2026
    We had a truly life giving conversation with Dr. Liza Rankow on her book Soul Medicine for a Fractured World: Healing, Justice, and the Path of Wholeness! Liza’s book is a gorgeous read and speaks on the importance of deep soul healing, both/and thinking, community care,the gifts that can come from our struggles, awe, and having our hearts broken open. We loved this chat and will be thinking about it for a long time to come!

    Show Notes:
    • Soul Medicine for a Fractured World: Healing, Justice, and the Path of Wholeness
    • Liza Rankow Website
    • Liza’s Substack
    • Now is the Time by Hafiz
    Chapters
    00:00 Invitation to lenten practice
    02:37 Introducing Dr. Liza Rankow
    04:02 Navigating Wilderness Times
    07:38 Understanding Nopantla: The In-Between Space
    10:35 The Duality of Tomb and Womb
    14:23 Mysticism and Social Activism
    20:19 The Gift of Pain and Vulnerability
    24:26 Finding Meaning in Suffering
    28:41 Rituals of Initiation and Meaning-Making
    35:16 Rites of Passage and Cultural Ordeals
    37:37 Integrating Trauma and Rituals
    39:52 The Power of Awe and Brokenness
    45:22 Suffering as a Spiritual Discipline
    48:15 The Evolving Relationship with Ancestors
    52:51 The Science and Significance of Awe
    01:01:18 Prayer Excerpted from A Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life
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    1 h y 2 m
  • David Hayward is the Naked Pastor

    David Hayward is the Naked Pastor
    Feb 11 2026
    We were so fortunate to talk to David Hayward, known for his work under the moniker the Naked Pastor, in this spacious and honest episode about art, deconstruction, feminine wisdom, nature, and more. David shares with us his spiritual journey that is continually unfolding. His gentle storytelling invited us to look deeply at our spirituality, to not be afraid to live the questions when they come up, and to begin to move towards whatever is stirring within our hearts. There is no wrong way to become your fullest self, and the world deeply needs people who have come alive. This chat opened up some things for us to sit with, we hope it does the same for you.

    Show Notes

    • The Naked Pastor Website
    • Naked Pastor on Instagram
    • The Liberation of Sophia
    • Without a Vision my People Prosper-
    • Till Doubt Do Us Part
    • The Lasting Supper - Online Community
    • Nadya Tolokonnikova from Pussy Riot Art
    • Life Together by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
    Chapters
    00:00 The National Anthem and Its Hidden Truths
    02:56 Introducing David Hayward: The Naked Pastor
    05:59 The Naked Truth: Spiritual Abuse and Silence
    11:39 The Journey of Deconstruction Begins
    14:47 Reconstruction: Integrating the Past
    19:05 Sophia: The Feminine Wisdom Within
    25:56 Masculinity and the Inner Feminine
    33:03 Jesus and Feminine Wisdom in the Church
    39:19 Navigating Marriage Through Deconstruction
    42:51 The Glue of Relationships: Love Beyond Beliefs
    45:43 Navigating Deconstruction in Relationships
    46:18 Loneliness and Community Rebuilding
    49:38 Finding New Connections Outside Faith Communities
    51:34 Art as Resistance and Inspiration
    56:48 Nature's Role in Inspiration and Connection
    01:00:28 The Power of Awe and Love
    01:10:27 The Naked Pastor's Journey and Future Directions
    01:12:35 NEWCHAPTER
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    1 h y 14 m
  • Wes Ellis and Abiding in Amen

    Wes Ellis and Abiding in Amen
    Feb 4 2026
    We had a lovely time chatting with Wes Ellis about his book Abiding in Amen: Prayer for a Secular Age! Wes is a pastor, professor, and author who decided to look at prayer through a gentle, nonjudgmental, and playful lens. We chat about abiding in prayer, silence, what resonates deeply within us, and approaching prayer in a hopeful, open hearted way. We hope that this episode gives you the space you need to check out prayer in new and innovative ways! May your prayers flow through you freely, may they reach the depths of your heart and spirit, and may your prayers lead you to act.

    Show Notes:
    • Abiding in Amen
    • Wes Ellis Website
    • The Uncontrollability of the World by Hartmut Rosa
    • God in Creation by Jurgen Moltmann
    • Theology of Play by Jurgen Moltmann

    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction to Prayer and Its Significance
    05:11 Exploring the Challenges of Prayer in a Secular Age
    10:25 Defining Prayer: A Two-Way Communication
    13:10 Prayer as Technology: A Cautionary Perspective
    18:33 Resonance in Prayer Practices
    21:11 The Concept of Disposable Prayer
    24:40 The Importance of Play in Spiritual Life
    27:09 The Importance of Play and Joy in Troubling Times
    27:50 Prayer as Community Action
    30:08 Suffering with the World: A New Perspective
    33:15 The Role of the Church in Transformation
    35:19 Being Ready: The Nature of Prayer
    38:27 Everything as Prayer: A New Understanding
    44:58 Breath Prayer and the Desert Fathers
    51:04 Finding Beauty Amidst Darkness
    52:03 Invitation to Simple Prayer
    53:48 NEWCHAPTER
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    55 m
  • Finding Awe Through Creative Flow with the Seryn

    Finding Awe Through Creative Flow with the Seryn
    Jan 28 2026
    We had the loveliest of chats with Seryn founding members Nathan James Allen and Trenton Wheeler! We talk creativity, flow, letting our questions guide us, their beginnings as a band in Denton, TX, their pause from creating music together, the pathway back to one another, and their newest songs. Join us for this winding, interesting, music and hope filled conversation. Fun fact: our new intro and outro music is a gorgeous tune called Beach Song by Seryn. This song means a lot to us and we hope that you enjoy it as well!

    Show Notes:
    • Seryn
    • Seryn on Instagram
    • Youtube
    • Playing March 21 - Thinline Filmfest - Denton, TX
    • Transcendental Reunion - Mary Chapin Carpenter
    • A Chance to Cut is a Chance to Cure - Matmos
    • App - Bednight Sleep Music
    • The Birds Wrote Me a Poem by: Andrea Gibson

    Chapters
    00:00 The Poetic Prelude
    04:04 Introducing Seryn: Origins and Name
    07:06 The Hiatus: Conflict and Growth
    11:40 Reunion and Healing Through Music
    19:45 Serendipitous Connections and Band Dynamics
    25:30 Nature's Influence on Music
    30:45 The Creative Process Behind 'River Song'
    32:31 The Significance of 'Beach Song'
    43:14 Faith and Doubt in Our Music
    55:26 The Importance of Questioning Beliefs
    57:00 Artists as Voices of the Oppressed
    57:43 Finding Inspiration in Turbulent Times
    01:00:24 The Role of Family in Creativity
    01:03:31 Navigating Anxiety and Creativity
    01:09:50 The Urgency of Time and Connection
    01:19:21 NEWCHAPTER
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    1 h y 20 m
  • Grace Ji-Sun Kim on Earthbound: God at the Intersection of Climate and Justice

    Grace Ji-Sun Kim on Earthbound: God at the Intersection of Climate and Justice
    Jan 21 2026
    Rev. Dr. Grace Ji-Sun Kim joins us today to talk about her book Earthbound: God at the Intersection of Climate and Justice. In Earthbound, Grace instills a sense of urgency around taking care of our earth and each other. She calls us to be the image of God and to approach the holy work of reciprocity in a spirit of love, creativity, aliveness, forgiveness, and beauty. Grace’s work empowers, invites, and ignites us into action as we work together to build a future that is hopeful for all beings. We are grateful for Grace, her witness, and her wisdom.

    Show Notes:
    • Earthbound - Book
    • Making Peace with the Earth - Book
    • Planetary Solidarity - Book
    • Chi and the Transformative Spirit of Love - Book
    • Intersectional Theology - Book
    • When God Became White - Book
    • Hope in Disarray - Book
    • Grace Ji-Sun Kim Substack
    • Grace on Instagram
    • Madang Podcast

    Chapters
    00:00 Opening Poem and Introduction
    01:55 Introducing Grace Ji-Sun Kim
    02:35 The Need for Earthbound
    05:16 The White Male God Concept
    10:38 Theological Implications of Climate Justice
    15:41 Dualism in Evangelical Theology
    19:49 Experiential Theology and Creation Care
    25:20 A Theology of Verbs
    29:44 Finding Hope in Action
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    33 m