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ComplexifiedWhen Trauma Becomes Identity: What Young Jews Are Learning After October 7"We're the people everyone hates." That's what Rabbi Steven Burg hears when he asks young Jews who they are.
October 7 accelerated this. In the aftermath of the attacks, lines were drawn between support for an occupied Gaza and the security of the Jewish state and people. Progressive coalitions found themselves fracturing. Interfaith partnerships strained to stay together. Students found themselves abandoned by people they thought were allies. But Burg says the problem runs deeper than politics.
In this episode, host Amanda Henderson talks with Rabbi Steven Burg about what happens to religious identity when an...
2026-02-1620 min
I Brought the Bunny PodcastEp. 8 - Bevvy Hills - The Amanda Frances Show Continues (RHOBH S15E8)¡Hola, oyentes! ¡Estamos de vuelta! This week we deep dive into Bad Bunny's SuperBowl Half-time Performance (we're in heat), catch up on Morocco and have a live ON MIC near death experience with a fire in the studio (we survived). Meanwhile, in Beverly Hills we are still at THE SAME DINNER PARTY WE'VE BEEN AT FOR WHAT FEELS LIKE WEEKS. Dorit and Amanda Frances continue to have it out, Boz's fertility journey continues, Rachel Zoe is on the edge and Kathy Hilton is having an IV drip with a side of Pinot Grigio. Li...
2026-02-1052 minComplexifiedThe Rev. William Barber II: Fighting Autocrats Starts at the GrassrootsComplexified welcomes the Rev. William Barber II, architect of the Moral Monday movement in North Carolina, as he sets out to reclaim voters that ran to the right in the last presidential election.Who are these voters? Low-income voters earning less than $50,000 who favored Donald Trump by roughly 1% in 2024. That margin, according to Rev. Barber, is reversible, by campaigning being for something instead of against.Join host Amanda Henderson as she and Rev. Barber discuss the presumptions around low income voters, movement strategizing, modes of resistance, and responds to a challenge issued by the Speaker of the H...
2026-02-1023 min
Twinkle Star Dance PodcastGina Chanos I Twinkle Star Dance Podcast with Tiffany Henderson and Amanda ScottGina Chanos shares how her background in retail influences the brand identity and elevated customer experience she creates for her staff, dancers, and families at her boutique dance studio in a small town. She reveals how “the little extras” make a big impact—from unforgettable first impressions during trial classes to spotlighting her adorable performing pixies throughout the local community. Plus, discover how adding a Dancing Holiday Magic show and Nutcracker Sweet helped grow her studio and deepen family engagement. Host: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda ScottGuests: Gina Chanos Executive Producers: Tiffany H...
2026-01-2831 minTwinkle Star Dance PodcastStephanie Holleran I Twinkle Star Dance Podcast with Tiffany Henderson and Amanda ScottStephanie Holleran shares her philosophy on giving people a chance while being intentional about hiring, training, and knowing when it’s time to move on if someone isn’t the right fit for your business. She discusses how 70% of her staff uses the Twinkle Star Dance program, and how the balance of clear structure and fun creates consistent, measurable experiences across all of her classes. Stephanie also offers practical insights into building a strong schedule by surveying parents to identify the best days, times, and class offerings for her community.Host: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda Scot...
2026-01-2836 min
ComplexifiedA Dictator Was Seized. The Pope Spoke. Everyone Else Paused.Religious leaders stayed mostly silent when the U.S. seized a foreign dictator — except for the pope.
Religious leaders stayed mostly silent when the U.S. grabbed Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro and flew him to New York. The loudest response didn’t come from Washington or American pulpits, but from Rome, where Pope Leo warned about sovereignty, dignity, and the rule of law.
In this episode, Amanda Henderson talks with Religion News Service editor-in-chief Paul O’Donnell about why so many religious voices paused, why the pope didn’t, and what that contrast reveals about pow...
2026-01-1225 min
ComplexifiedFaith, Fame, and the Feed: How Influencers Shape What We BelieveIn a world where attention is authority, who gets to shape faith, values, and public life?
What does it actually mean to be an influencer in 2025 — and why does it matter so much for religion and politics? In this episode of Complexified, Amanda Henderson is joined by Religion News Service reporters Fiona Murphy and Richa Karmarkar to unpack the people shaping belief, identity, and public conversation online right now. From conservative power brokers and Christian nationalist figures to Jewish comedians, hijabi fitness creators, former monks, and viral TikTok storytellers, the conversation explores how influence works in the at...
2026-01-0522 minI Brought the Bunny PodcastEp. 3 - Bevvy Hills - Who is Amanda Frances?! (RHOBH S15E3)We are so back and this time, WITH NEW MICS! That's right, we are here, we are queer and now high-def in your ear(s). This week we're chatting about Tori's spiritual awakening, Jordan trying (and failing) to find love on the train, as well as the best ways to creatively direct your d*ck pics. Meanwhile, in Beverly Hills the ladies are speed dating with the most beige men Los Angeles have to offer. Listen to us fan-girl over Kyle Richards (again), plan our own Lavender-marriage and try to find answers to the REAL question on...
2025-12-221h 13Twinkle Star Dance PodcastErin Boyd-Jellison I Twinkle Star Dance Podcast with Tiffany Henderson and Amanda ScottThe Twinkle Star Dance podcast welcomes Erin Boyd-Jellison as she shares her inspiring journey from growing up dancing in her mother’s studio to fulfilling her dream of becoming a Rockette. After a successful professional career, Erin returned home to carry on her family’s legacy and lead the studio into its next chapter. She reflects on the mindset and discipline that helped her achieve her goals, both onstage and in business. Erin also reveals how positive reframing has become a powerful tool in transforming her studio’s culture and supporting her dancers. Host: Tiffan...
2025-12-1133 minTwinkle Star Dance PodcastMea Pangia I Twinkle Star Dance Podcast with Tiffany Henderson and Amanda ScottMea Pangia joins us to discuss her 23-year journey as a studio owner and the mindset that has carried her through every challenge. She reminds us to release the negativity of a few passionate parents and redirect our energy to the dancers and families who value and believe in what we offer.Host: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda ScottGuests: Mea PangiaExecutive Producers: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda ScottEditor: Sophie DeWorkenConnect with Twinkle Star Dance: https://www.twinklestardance.com/Connect with Twinkle...
2025-12-0936 min
ComplexifiedHow One Abuse Story Changed a ReporterSometimes a story breaks you open.
While reporting on abuse and accountability inside the Southern Baptist Convention, RNS journalist Bob Smietana reached out to someone he’d interviewed many times before — publisher and whistleblower Jen Lyell. What followed was not another update for a news story, but a devastating turn that forced Bob to confront the human weight behind the reporting.
In this episode, Bob joins Amanda Henderson for an unusually intimate conversation about Jen’s life, her courage, the institutional failures that shaped her final years, and what it means for a journalist when a story become...
2025-12-0818 minTwinkle Star Dance PodcastStefanie Valentine I Twinkle Star Dance Podcast with Tiffany Henderson and Amanda ScottStefanie Valentine joins the show to discuss her evolution through multiple roles in the dance industry and what ultimately led her to franchise ownership. She opens up about rebuilding her studio, scaling rapidly to 300 dancers, and how Twinkle Star Dance has transformed her operations, leadership, and community impact.Host: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda ScottGuests: Stefanie Valentine Executive Producers: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda ScottEditor: Sophie DeWorkenConnect with Twinkle Star Dance: https://www.twinklestardance.com/Connect with Twinkle Star Dance Academy: https://www.twinklestardancers.com/
2025-12-0438 minTwinkle Star Dance PodcastKelly McEvoy I Twinkle Star Dance Podcast with Tiffany Henderson and Amanda ScottKelly McEvoy shares why she sold her large studio to open a smaller, more profitable beach-town studio, reflects on her daughter leaving for college, and how running her own business gives her purpose and fulfillment.Host: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda ScottGuests: Kelly McEvoy Executive Producers: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda ScottEditor: Sophie DeWorkenConnect with Twinkle Star Dance: https://www.twinklestardance.com/
2025-11-2537 minTwinkle Star Dance PodcastSandi Phillips I Twinkle Star Dance Podcast with Tiffany Henderson and Amanda ScottSandi Phillips shares how she grew from launching a brand-new studio during the COVID-19 pandemic to leading a thriving dance community, drawing on her Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders experience while balancing family life—and why she never compromises on gathering around the dinner table.Host: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda ScottGuests: Sandi Phillips Executive Producers: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda ScottEditor: Sophie DeWorkenConnect with Twinkle Star Dance: https://www.twinklestardance.com/
2025-11-1938 minTwinkle Star Dance PodcastBeth Bradley I Twinkle Star Dance Podcast with Tiffany Henderson and Amanda ScottBeth Bradley opens up about how her negative experiences in competitive dance motivated her to build Dance Without Limits, a non-competitive, all-abilities studio where every child — regardless of background or ability — can belong, move, and grow.Host: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda ScottGuests: Beth Bradley Executive Producers: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda ScottEditor: Sophie DeWorkenConnect with Twinkle Star Dance: https://www.twinklestardance.com/
2025-11-1734 min
ComplexifiedFrom Pink to Waterproof: The Weird Economics of U.S. Bible SalesA paradox: declining churchgoing, rising Bible sales.
Americans are attending church less—and buying more Bibles than ever. In this Complexified conversation, Amanda Henderson and RNS reporter Bob Smietana unpack the paradox: a two-decade boom in Bible sales alongside sinking religiosity. They trace how hyper-personalized editions (pink gift Bibles, “adventure” and environmental Bibles, even waterproof ones) meet life stages and rituals; why translation choices and shifting English keep spawning new versions; and how politics keeps creeping in—from school-gate Gideons and translation fights to specialty “commemorative” editions. We get inside baseball on supply chains (thin paper...
2025-11-1728 min
ComplexifiedBeyond Identity Politics: The Mamdani Method in New YorkWhat happens when a Muslim mayor-elect treats identity as a bridge, not a brand?
In this episode of Complexified, Amanda Henderson explores the story of Zoran Mamdani, New York City’s first Muslim mayor-elect—a politician who turned identity into empathy and faith into fluency. RNS reporters Fiona André and Ulaa Kuziez join to unpack how Mamdani built a multifaith, multiethnic coalition that stretched from mosques to churches to fried chicken shops across Queens. They trace how his campaign refused to hide his Muslim identity but refused to be defined by it, focusing instead on re...
2025-11-1023 min
ComplexifiedTelevangelists to Deepfakes: Who Defines the Sacred in the Age of AI? + John FugelsangWhen outrage wins the algorithm, what does faith become?
This live conversation from the RNS Symposium at Trinity Commons wrestles with a bracing question: when faith, power, and platform collapse into the same feed, who gets to define what’s sacred? Host Amanda Henderson and guest John Fuglesang trace a line from open-source scripture to televangelist TV to AI resurrecting voices, exploring how media mirrors our clicks—and how those clicks shape the moral imagination we live in. They name the seduction of outrage, the costs of fundamentalism, and a red-letter way forward grounded in humility, service, and...
2025-10-2728 min
ComplexifiedCease-Fire Isn’t Peace: Inside the Vatican’s Quiet Work on GazaWhen peacemaking is quiet, stubborn, and deeply human.
In this conversation, host Amanda Henderson sits with RNS reporter Claire Giangravè to open the door on Vatican diplomacy during the Gaza cease-fire. We hear about priests who refused to leave a bombed parish that sheltered hundreds, the “Pope’s hour” of daily calls that steadied a frightened community, and the uneasy politics of neutrality when lives are at stake. From Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa’s gritty, multilingual bridge-building to new Pope Leo’s outreach to Jewish leaders, the episode invites listeners to consider how cease-fire differs from peace—and why slow, per...
2025-10-2022 min
ComplexifiedWillow Creek’s Midlife Reckoning: How a Seeker Church Became the Megachurch BlueprintHow the “church of the future” grew up—and owned its past.
In the fall of 1975, a youth pastor rented a suburban movie theater and swapped hymns for rock, sermons for storytelling, and pews for folding chairs—calling it seeker friendly. Within a generation, Willow Creek became the blueprint for American megachurches: packed auditoriums, meticulous production, small groups for discipleship, and a marketing mindset that even drew Harvard Business School and Peter Drucker–level attention. Then came 2018: allegations, resignations, collapse, COVID, and a community left to rebuild. As Willow Creek turns 50, Complexified host Amanda Henderson talks with Bob Smieta...
2025-10-1325 min
ComplexifiedBaptizing the Battlefield: Pete Hegseth’s Holy War at the PentagonA Secretary of War leads worship at the Pentagon—how far can faith go before it becomes policy?
Pete Hegseth calls it a “warrior ethos.” Critics call it a constitutional crisis. In this episode of Complexified, Amanda Henderson talks with RNS reporter Jack Jenkins about the Secretary of War’s efforts to merge his conservative evangelical faith with U.S. military leadership—from worship services inside the Pentagon to viral recruitment videos that pair the Lord’s Prayer with fighter jets. Together they unpack how Hegseth’s theology of power is reshaping one of America’s most secular institut...
2025-10-0620 min
ComplexifiedFaith, Labor, and a DOJ Reversal: Inside the BAPS Temple CaseWhen the DOJ drops a high-profile case, what truths—and tensions—remain?
A clash of cultures, a legal saga, and a spiritual community under scrutiny.
In this episode of Complexified, Amanda Henderson talks with RNS reporter Richa Karmarkar about the Department of Justice’s decision to drop its investigation into the BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham in Robbinsville, New Jersey—the largest Hindu temple in the Western Hemisphere. Together, they trace how forced-labor allegations emerged, what “seva” (selfless service) means inside this tradition, and why cultural assumptions about work, visas, and volunteering can misfire in the U.S. context...
2025-09-2918 min
ComplexifiedPulpit Politics: Why the Johnson Amendment Still Sparks Political DramaWhat happens when politics steps into the pulpit?
The Johnson Amendment has been around since the 1950s, but it’s still a political lightning rod today. In this episode of Complexified, Amanda Henderson sits down with RNS columnist and historian Mark Silk to unpack why the IRS recently announced it won’t enforce the law that bars nonprofits and churches from endorsing candidates. What’s at stake when sermons start sounding like campaign rallies? Is this really about religious freedom, political theater, or just another way to keep donors happy? With humor, insight, and some s...
2025-09-2225 minComplexifiedWhat Charlie Kirk’s Life and Death Reveal About Religion and PoliticsWhat does it mean to mourn someone who thrived on conflict?
Charlie Kirk’s assassination sent shockwaves through America’s already polarized political and religious landscape. In this episode of Complexified, Amanda Henderson talks with veteran religion reporter Bob Smietana and cultural critic Karen Swallow Prior about Kirk’s complicated legacy. Together they explore his rise among young evangelicals, his merger with Trump-era politics, and the charisma that drew both admiration and outrage. Karen reflects on her personal encounters with Kirk, while Bob examines the broader religious and cultural shifts that made him such a lightning rod. What d...
2025-09-1518 min
ComplexifiedCasper ter Kuile on Small Politics, Big Meaning, and the Power of TeaWhat do you do when the systems around you feel like they’re crumbling—and calling your senator doesn’t feel like enough? In this heartening episode of Complexified, author and ritual innovator Casper ter Kuile joins Amanda to talk about spiritual practices, civic exhaustion, and why small politics and sacred relationships might be our best tools for weathering chaos. From vigils in a blizzard to midsummer festivals in Brooklyn, this conversation weaves together policy and poetry, tea and transformation, with humor, honesty, and hope. If you’ve ever felt torn between marching in the streets or staying home under a...
2025-06-1830 min
ComplexifiedCan Small Acts of Faith Change a Fractured Country?What if the most powerful protest starts with getting a good night’s sleep?
How do we keep going when everything feels like too much? Union Theological Seminary president Serene Jones joins host Amanda Henderson to talk about navigating trauma, disorientation, and political despair without giving in to collapse. From sleep to protest marches, they explore how small, rooted acts of care can ground us in a moment designed to disempower. If you’ve been wondering what faith looks like when the wheels fall off, this episode is a balm—and a call to stay i...
2025-05-2022 min
ComplexifiedThe Pope Who Blessed the Margins (And Upset the Middle)The complicated legacy of Pope Francis — part reformer, part rule-breaker, and always hard to pin down.Pope Francis changed the Catholic Church — but how far did he really go? In this episode of Complexified, Vatican reporter Claire Giangravè joins host Amanda Henderson to reflect on the legacy of Pope Francis. From his early image as a reformer to his efforts to include marginalized communities, we explore the tensions that defined his papacy. Plus, what actually happens when a pope dies — and how a new one is chosen.00:00 Why Pope Francis...
2025-04-2127 min
ComplexifiedLoose Reins, Tight Factions: the Southern Baptist ConventionOne of the most powerful religious institutions in America is also one of the most chaotic. The Southern Baptist Convention (SBC), with its billion-dollar budget and massive political influence, operates without centralized authority or even an effective system of accountability. But as the Executive Committee meets in Nashville this week, a long-simmering crisis of governance is coming to a head.In this episode of Complexified, Amanda Henderson speaks with RNS reporter Bob Smietana to break down the scandals, factional divides, and power struggles shaping the SBC today. The conversation delves into:
The ongoing sexual abuse crisis...
2025-02-1727 min
ComplexifiedSledgehammer Reform: USAID on the Chopping BlockUSAID has been a pillar of American foreign policy and humanitarian relief for over 60 years, but under the Trump administration’s latest push for government downsizing—driven in part by Elon Musk’s influence—the agency is facing deep cuts that could disrupt life-saving aid in over 100 countries. What does this mean for the millions of people who rely on U.S. support for clean water, healthcare, and disaster relief? And how are faith-based organizations, some of the biggest USAID partners, preparing for a future with drastically reduced funding?In this episode of Complexified, Amanda Henderson sits down wit...
2025-02-1020 min
ComplexifiedFaith, Politics, and Power: J.D. Vance’s Tightrope ActJD Vance took the stage at the March for Life to thunderous applause, positioning himself as a champion of conservative Catholic values. With Republican heavyweights like Ron DeSantis and Mike Johnson in attendance, the rally was a display of political and religious unity—or so it seemed. Just two days later, Vance went on Face the Nation and publicly attacked Catholic bishop, seeming to accuse them of financially benefiting from immigration policies and failing to support law enforcement.In this episode of Complexified, Amanda Henderson and RNS journalist Aleja Hertzler-McCain explore the contradictions in Vance’s political and...
2025-02-0318 min
ComplexifiedThe Mercy Pulpit & The Sermon Heard Around the WorldGod and Trump collide in a week of political and religious tension, sparked by a prophetic sermon at the National Cathedral. Host Amanda Henderson and RNS Executive Editor Roxanne Stone delve into how this sermon—calling for mercy and justice—reshaped the national discourse and exposed the fractures between competing Christianities. From Trump’s invocation of divine authority to the shifting influence of evangelical power, they explore how faith and politics are shaping America’s identity and future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-01-2722 min
ComplexifiedPresident Trump's Crusader"By the grace of God, by Jesus, and Jenny."Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing for Secretary of Defense avoided overt debates on his faith or claims of moral redemption, leaving the politics of his nomination largely unspoken. Amanda Henderson and RNS reporter Jack Jenkins examine how Hegseth’s Christian nationalism, personal controversies, and claims of transformation served as a stormy backdrop to the hearing, raising deeper questions about the unacknowledged intersections of religion, power, and leadership in his path to the Pentagon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-01-1723 minComplexifiedCalling Out Lies, Singing the TruthLive from the American Academy of Religion, Amanda Henderson speaks with Cheryl Townsend Gilkes, a leading scholar, sociologist, and ordained Baptist minister, about the enduring power of African American spirituals. Discover how these songs of survival and liberation expose lies, sustain communities, and offer a prophetic voice for justice in today’s political climate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-11-2915 minComplexifiedRejecting the ‘God of Trump’In this deeply challenging conversation, Dr. Miguel De La Torre confronts the “God of Trump” — a figure he sees as rooted in colonialism, capitalism, and dominance — and argues that for the most marginalized among us, true faith might mean embracing hopelessness over the comforting (and often dangerous) promises of hope. For De La Torre, democracy has always been fragile, especially for those marginalized by race, immigration status, or economic inequality. Speaking with Amanda Henderson, he explores a theology of hopelessness that enables radical resistance in an age of political oppression. Learn more about your ad...
2024-11-0821 minComplexifiedWhen Religious Power Serves Political ForceAs the political landscape grows ever more polarized, religious language has become a tool for framing debates in extreme, all-or-nothing terms. On the eve of the presidential election, Reverend Rob Schenck joins Amanda Henderson to discuss his journey from staunch political activism to a faith that values human connection over ideological allegiance. Schenck reflects on the powerful pull of framing faith in service to political ends—and the illusions it can create. Drawing on lessons from his own transformation and insights from Dietrich Bonhoeffer, he unpacks how religious language can be wielded to inflame division rather than promote compassion....
2024-11-0119 minComplexifiedExposing Soft Christian NationalismRecent research reveals that while only 10% of Americans strongly embrace Christian nationalist views, a broader 34% sympathize with its underlying principles.Reporter Jack Jenkins joins Amanda Henderson to explore how these unspoken alliances within soft Christian nationalism are shaping the political landscape. By examining the subtle ways these beliefs impact voting, policy, and discourse, this conversation sheds light on the quiet yet powerful role soft Christian nationalism plays in America’s political future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-10-2516 min
Holy Roast PodcastHoly Roast S2E3 - Amanda Henderson (on Christian nationalism)In this week’s episode, Rob and Rachel sit down with Rev. Dr. Amanda Henderson. Director of the Institute for Religion, Politics, and Culture at the Iliff School of Theology, where she leads research exploring the relationship between religion and politics.
She is the author of “[Holy Chaos, Creating Connections in Divisive Times](https://www.amazon.com/Holy-Chaos-Creating-Connections-Divisive/dp/0827215150#:~:text=Village%3A Building Community-,In Holy Chaos%2C interfaith leader%2C activist%2C and pastor Amanda,and our families and friendships.)” and hosts the Complexified podcast. Amanda lives in Littleton, Colorado, is a parent to three young adults...
2024-10-2153 minComplexifiedThe Hindu Vote: Flipping the ScriptThe changing political landscape of Hindu Americans: we explore their shifting alliances from traditional Democratic loyalties to a growing alignment with the right. Host Amanda Henderson and RNS Hindu reporter Richa Karmarkar discuss the factors driving this transformation, from the influence of leaders like Kamala Harris and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the impact of caste discrimination and immigrant identity in shaping party affiliations. Join us as we unpack how these dynamics are redefining the Hindu vote in the upcoming election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-10-1124 min
Profit Made SimpleAdapting Your Fitness Business to Survive and Thrive with Amanda ‘Bracksy’ Bracks: Marketing strategies, local marketing and community outreach, retention strategies for fitness membersThe fitness industry is undergoing a major transformation. From the rise of boutique studios to the decline of traditional gyms, it's a landscape that's rapidly evolving. In this episode, host Dan Henderson and guest Amanda ‘Bracksy’ Bracks explore the key changes shaping the industry and provide actionable strategies for fitness businesses to stay relevant and competitive. Discover how to enhance customer service, leverage offline and traditional marketing in the digital marketing age, and implement effective sales techniques to thrive in today's dynamic market. Join us as we explore the challenges and opportunities facing fitness businesses.
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2024-09-0336 min
ComplexifiedImagining a Land of Belonging"The modern world is impossible to narrate without the idea of land as property and the seizing of land as property." "Imagination is our gift in creating and building new worlds."In this episode, Amanda talks with Dr. Willie James Jennings about the profound impact of our conceptions of land on our world today. Our distorted understanding of land as a possession has led to a shallow sense of connectivity and belonging, impacting our relationship with the earth and each other. The conflicts around us are often centered in conflicts over land, and we need to restructure...
2024-06-1935 min
ComplexifiedDividing Lines: Life on the BorderWhat makes someone leave everything they know? Why do people risk their lives crossing treacherous deserts into a land they are not welcome in? Migration Activist and Humanitarian Dora Rodriguez shares her story of survival after fleeing political violence in El Salvador in 1980. She compels us to see the deep humanity of those simply seeking safety and opportunity.SHOW NOTESAs the Biden Administration moves to limit admission to the U.S. for those seeking asylum, we take a trip to the southern border to meet with those who move between the two countries, supporting...
2024-06-1229 min
ComplexifiedChurch Land: Let Go & GrowListening to the needs in their community for housing and childcare led this Colorado Church to make a big decision. Rather than building a bigger church on the 11 acres they sat on, they decided to give the land away and develop a new non-profit with community partners. Does awareness of our history of land ownership in the U.S. shift the way Churches think about their land?“We don't hear stories in scripture of …and then Jesus went home to his house and went to bed, watched Netflix, and had a snack. Jesus's ministry was dependent on the...
2024-06-0531 min
ComplexifiedLand of the ViolentAs bodies were burning from this massacre at the Mystic River in Massachusetts in 1637, pious settlers gave thanks to God for the victory- and even identified that the bodies burning were a “sweet-smelling savor in the nostrils of God.” Is this really the Land of the Free?Does freedom for some depend on violence against others? Rev Dr. Lee Butler, President of Iliff School of Theology, shares his perspective on the violent history at the founding of the U.S. that continues to influence how we relate to one another today.Amanda and Rev. Dr. Lee...
2024-05-2931 min
ComplexifiedSowing Seeds, Reaping FreedomDid you know that for some enslaved Africans, small plots of land became ways to maintain culture and heritage- and even pathways to freedom? Soul Food Scholar, Adrian Miller joins us to share stories that tie land to belonging and survival.Amanda Henderson and Adrian Miller dive deep into the stories about navigating the ways of the land to cultivate food sovereignty within African American communities, despite forced migration and slavery in the United States. As they discuss the truths about the ongoing struggle of food injustice for marginalized communities and the rise of...
2024-05-2230 min
ComplexifiedStealing Land in the Name of GodAmanda Henderson and Steven Newcomb discuss the Doctrine of Discovery and the ways in which religion has impacted the social and political frameworks amongst Native nations and the United States government. In this conversation, Amanda Henderson and Steven Newcomb dive deeper into how the founding documents of the US contain a claim of a God-ordained right for Christians to take land from non-Christians, which continues to be used as legal precedent in today’s world. Together, they advocate for a more inclusive and holistic approach to social and political change, one that acknowledges and res...
2024-05-1527 min
ComplexifiedThe Bible is a Book about LandAmanda and Amy dive into the complex relationship between land ownership and belonging in the US, drawing on biblical interpretations. Amanda emphasized the significance of land in shaping political and religious beliefs, while Amy offered nuanced interpretations of the Hebrew Bible, revealing how it has been used to justify land ownership and extraction.In this conversation, Amy and Amanda discuss the Bible's views on land and its interpretation. They explore the contradictory perspectives on land ownership and the connection between land and identity. They also examine the impact of assumptions about land in the...
2024-05-0736 min
ComplexifiedPolitical Paradox and Prerequisites of the American Dream: Dr. Kristina Lizardy-HajbiIn this episode, Amanda Henderson talks to Dr. Kristina Lizardy-Hajbi, a biracial scholar and professor at the Iliff School of Theology. They explore the American dream through the lens of personal experiences and the stories of ancestors, especially focusing on the immigrant journey.Dr. Lizardy-Hajbi shares tales of her grandparents from Italy and Puerto Rico, revealing the challenges they had to overcome to settle in America and the personal experiences tied to these journeys. The conversation touches on aspects such as name Anglicization, language loss, and various legal hurdles in the quest for the coveted American Dream.
2023-12-2139 min
ComplexifiedBetween Worlds: Dr. Albert Hernández on The American Dream from his Cuban-American PerspectiveIn this episode, Amanda Henderson interviews Dr. Albert Hernández - a Cuban-American academic with a unique perspective on the American Dream. Dr. Hernández discusses the challenges faced by those who exist in-between cultures, feeling a lack of belonging to either. He shares historical perspectives on the experience of immigration to the U.S, particularly from Cuba, and explores how global political conflicts can drive individuals to relocate, seeking safety and better futures for their offspring. The episode illuminates the significance of personal and political narratives in shaping our understanding of the past and our vision for...
2023-12-1538 min
ComplexifiedCulture Shock and Consuming a Dream: Nga Vương-Sandoval on fleeing Việt Nam as a ChildIn this episode, Amanda Henderson talks to Nga Vương-Sandoval, a refugee from Việt Nam and United States Refugee Advisory Board Project Manager. The conversation explores the transformation of the American Dream, immigration histories and policies, and the experiences of refugees. Vương-Sandoval shares her insights on the true meaning of the American Dream, which she believes should not be drowned by materialism but rather focused on essential human aspirations such as freedom, safety, and security. The episode also investigates how immigration laws shape daily life, how global events affect personal perspectives, and the complex realities of bein...
2023-12-0734 minComplexifiedBONUS Episode: LIVE! Why Ban Drag?Last month, we had our first live audience recording of Complexified! Amanda Henderson and Lex Dunbar welcomed Denver Drag Performers Juiccy Misdemeanor and Dixie Krystals for a provocative conversation confronting the efforts across the U.S. to ban drag performances. We laughed, we cried, we learned, and we laughed some more! 00:02 Introduction and Welcome00:27 The Complexified Live Episode: Why Ban Drag?01:38 Introducing the Drag Performers: Dixie Krystals and Juiccy Misdemeanor02:50 The Current State of Drag and LGBTQ Rights04:41 The Origins and Evolution of Drag10:41 The Role of A...
2023-11-3052 min
ComplexifiedLosing Everything at Indian Boarding School: Bessie Smith (Dzabahe)One afternoon, her clothes, hair, language, name, and even her parents were taken from her. In this episode, Navajo woman Bessie Smith, who survived the Indian Boarding Schools, shares her story of losing everything and then reclaiming the traditions she learned as a child to find healing. Join us in this episode as we go to Bessie's home in Denver, Colorado, and hear about the day her parents were forced to hand her over to the U.S. Government. Bessie shares with breathtaking detail, remembering the gravity of all she lost. Listen to the full episode for wa...
2023-10-1941 min
ComplexifiedThe Stories We Hold: Amanda HendersonAs debates rage in state legislatures and school boards about history curriculums or critical race theory or the impact of slavery, we know that how we imagine our future has everything to do with how we remember our past. In this episode, we begin our series pulling apart the stories we have been told about the American Dream through our own multiple, honest, complicated stories of Dreaming America. We begin with our host, Amanda Henderson’s own family story. Moving West to find a better life, open space, and a land of their own, Amanda’s grandparent’s encountered hardsh...
2023-10-1218 min
ComplexifiedDreaming America: Season 4 TrailerThe American Dream… is complicated. It always has been.For some - this dream has been a nightmare… a mirage in a forsaken desert.A myth.For others, it’s been an oasis from hardship, oppression, violence.… a vision realized through physical freedom and material success.This season on Complexified, we’re asking:Where did the myth of the American dream come from?What’s it got to do with religion and politics?And how is it shaping our lives, for better or wor...
2023-09-2803 min
Around The Way CurlsEp 285. I Don't Want To Disappoint Myself Ft. Amanda HendersonShanti is still away but Antoinette is joined by our bestie Amanda Henderson. Inspired yet again, by our beloved Mrs. Pam, Antoinette and Amanda discuss their forgotten dreams and abandoned gifts. They ask themselves: What makes us turn our backs on our passions that once kept us feeling alive? How do we navigate the shame of discarding them and betraying ourselves? And finally, how do we develop the courage to share them once again? Join us.Follow Amanda: IG : @amandalrae_ https://www.instagram.com/amandalrae_/ TikTok: amandalrae_YouTube...
2023-08-311h 21
The WIBS51. Wednesday WIP : From Retail VM to Career Reinvention with Amanda Henderson from Gloss CreativeWelcome to the Wednesday WIP episode of The WIBS podcast. WIBS stands for Women In Business and that is exactly what this podcast is about. This is a podcast for women in business who want to achieve, but also have some fun along the way. Ready to dive into detail? Our Wednesday WIB WIP does just that, where we tackle one key area of female business life with real life examples and practical advice to help you get the most from our weekly pod.On today’s episode we are excited to welcome Am...
2023-08-2944 min
Chasing Simple Marketing for EntrepreneursEpisode 174: Creating a Schedule as an Entrepreneur with Chronic Illness with Sandra HendersonCreating a Schedule as an Entrepreneur with Chronic Illness If you also deal with a chronic illness, you know how much it affects your daily life and your business. And […]
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2023-08-2255 min
Healthy Wealthy & Wise AccountantsNurturing Client Relationships: The Importance of Staying ProactiveIn this episode, Heidi talks to Amanda Garner, the head of outsource marketing at The Growth Partnership. They discuss the importance of nurturing and protecting key client relationships, referral development, and surveys. Amanda emphasizes the need to focus on being proactive and developing long-term relationships rather than just compliance work.Connect with Amanda Garner: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandagarnerhttps://thegrowthpartnership.com/bios/amanda-garner/Email : agarner@thegrowthpartnership.comConnect with Heidi Henderson:Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidihendersonetsHOW TO EARN FREE CPE
2023-07-0749 min
Work It Like A MumLeaping into Freelancing: Amanda Henderson's Journey to Success as a Freelance HR SpecialistEver considered leaving the corporate world behind to start your own freelance business? Join us as we chat with Amanda Henderson, a freelance HR specialist who took that leap of faith after the birth of her second child. Learn how she navigated the challenges of setting up her own business, used her network to land her first clients, and set boundaries to balance her work and family life.Discover the ins and outs of growing a freelancing business through networking as Amanda shares her experience as an operator and area manager, her approach to crafting outreach messages...
2023-06-2942 min
ComplexifiedAmanda, Lex, and Denise Soler Cox: The Struggle to Belong, & How a Night at a Bar in Miami Changed Everything! Denise is an award-winning Latina filmmaker and cultural storyteller. Denise is the American-born daughter of first-generation immigrants from Puerto Rico, growing up first in the Bronx and then in a mostly white community further upstate in New York. She never felt like she belonged anywhere. not white enough and American enough for the suburban community around her. Nor fluent enough in Spanish to feel completely Latina. She was a girl and then a woman who felt out of place. So what did she do? She created a film called, "Being Enye". All about that sense of being in between.
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2023-03-3050 min
ComplexifiedAmanda, Lex, & Dr. Philip Butler talk Transhumanism, Artificial Intelligence & ReligionDr. Butler is the founder of the seekr project, a distinctively black conversational artificial intelligence with mental health capacities, and is partner director of the Iliff School of Theology's AI Institute, where he works to change how computers see people.
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2023-03-1633 min
Divorce CaféContracting out agreements: do you need a prenup? with relationship property expert Amanda MorganNavigating a contracting out agreement conversation is never easy. Knowing why we have them and what different arrangements can be put in place can make it a better and less stressful experience. This episode - with our resident expert on tricky prenups and complicated relationships - deals with why you would have a contracting out agreement, when you don't need one, and why it is so important to do a thorough job of it. A fair and well thought out agreement is better for you AND for the health of your relationship. T...
2023-03-0956 min
ComplexifiedAmanda, Lex, & Ian Silverii: Religion's In Our Politics: It's InescapableIan is a political strategist, dad, and the first gentleman of the seventh congressional district in Colorado. We discuss the tension between incrementalism and revolutions and how religious ideologies influence our political mindsets.
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2023-03-0246 min
ComplexifiedAmanda, Lex & Dr. Miguel De La Torre: Screw With the Structures & Change Your GodFor more information about Dr. De La Torre, visit his website and check out all 42 of his books! "All that you touch, you change. All that you change changes you. The only lasting truth is change. God is change. " Octavia E. Buter
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2023-02-0239 min
ComplexifiedAmanda & Lex on Season 3: "Change: The Only Lasting Truth"OCTAVIA E. BUTLER - The Parable Series
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2023-01-1928 min
ComplexifiedAmanda & Lex Wrap Up Season 2Amanda and Lex talk about their favorite episodes and what they've learned in these first two seasons of the Complexified podcast! They also share the vision and what you can expect for season 3!
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2022-12-2216 min
The Rob Skinner Podcast: Helping You Make This Life Count188. Jeff and Amanda Henderson, Missionaries to Sao Paulo, Brazil. Bringing Revival to a City of Twenty-Three Million PeopleListen today as I talk to Jeff and Amanda Henderson, missionaries to Sao Paolo, Brazil. They share: How Jeff overcame a major setback in his ministry career Why and how they made the decision to move onto the mission field in their thirties How they've stepped into leading the church in Sao Paolo How God is working to bring revival to the church in Sao Paolo More about Jeff and Amanda: Jeff and Amanda Henderson currently serve as the lead evangelist and women's minister with our congregation in São Paulo, Brazil. They also serve as...
2022-12-191h 33
ComplexifiedHow Do We Talk Politics with Our Families?We are approaching the holiday season, and many folks have questions and anxieties about sharing space with family members with whom we disagree based on our political understanding and involvement in the world. Sarah Holland and Beth Silvers from Pantsuit Politics talk with Amanda, and they help us approach the holidays with family and engage them in political discussions rooted in love and care.
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2022-12-1545 min
ComplexifiedWhy Does the Government Care if We Have Babies Anyway?Why does the government care so much about our bodies and whether we have babies? Get nerdy with us as we talk with philosophy professor Thomas Nail, and explore the history of governments forming the populations they want to govern.
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2022-11-1740 min
ComplexifiedRabbi Joe Black: Jewish Thoughts on Abortion, the Gift of Music, and the Messy Parts of LivingRabbi Joe Black joins us in the studio to share his moving music and poetry. Rabbi Joe helps us understand what Jewish tradition teaches about abortion and shares his own story of navigating difficult life and death decisions in his own family.
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2022-11-1039 min
ComplexifiedEpisode 11: Eric Smith: What the Bible Actually Says about AbortionWe continue our conversation about religion, politics, and abortion with biblical scholar, pastor, and professor of New Testament at Iliff School of Theology, Reverend Dr. Eric Smith. Eric and Amanda talk about some of the ways the Bible is used in anti-abortion arguments and how it shapes our society and our cultural expectations. We ask what the Bible can actually teach us to understand about abortion.
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2022-11-0337 min
Life with FireParadoxes and Solutions In Wildfire Smoke Exposure, with Sarah HendersonWe're in Canada at the International Association of Wildland Fire Conference this week, and will be pulling some folks aside for some quick conversations about the conference themes and the research being presented and discussed. Our first "rapid fire" episode guest is Sarah Henderson, who works for the BC Centre for Disease Control as the scientific director of Environmental Health Services. Sarah has some fascinating insights into our perceptions of wildfire smoke, some common paradoxes that come up in the ways we talk and think about smoke, as well as some legitimate, scalable solutions for reducing the impacts of...
2022-11-0218 min
ComplexifiedLex & Amanda talk Abortion, Cults, & Religious TraumaIliff Student Lex Dunbar and host Amanda Henderson share their personal stories about their relationships with the anti-abortion movement and journies toward championing equitable reproductive health and justice. These stories are powerful and eye-opening - unveiling the truth behind the manipulation, harm, and misuse of religious ideals that uphold the anti-abortion movement in their missionary efforts.
**accidents happen when you’re talking on the fly we know Mike Brown was murdered in 2014. Sorry for the mistake!**
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2022-10-2728 min
ComplexifiedAnn Marie Benitez; Reproductive Justice after the fall of RoeBorn in a Church, and raised moving between the worlds of poverty in Jamaica Queens, and private school in the wealthy Upper East Side of New York City, Ann Marie Benitez knows what access to healthcare looks like when you have resources, and when you dont. Listen in to learn about Reproductive Justice, and the realities people of color face when trying to access reproductive healthcare after the end of Roe v. Wade.
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2022-10-0638 min
ComplexifiedRachel Laser: Separation of Church and State: Good for Religion, Good for DemocracyOver the last year, a number of things have happened that signal an alarming change in American life: church and state seem to be no longer separate. In this episode, lawyer, advocate, strategist, and President and CEO of Americans United for the Separation of Church and State, Rachel Laser tells the stories of those whose lives are directly impacted when the Supreme Court favors one religious ideology over the well-being of families and children. And she shares how her own family story shapes her work and reminds us all why the separation of church and state is vital to our...
2022-09-2949 min
ComplexifiedAnswering Those Lingering Questions on Christian NationalismArticles mentioned in the episode: Understanding Christian Nationalism - Diana Butler BassColorado Politicians Address Christian Fundamentalists in Woodland Park - Heidi BeedleRep. Boebert tells churchgoers to ‘rise up’ at far-right Christian conference - Chase WoodruffDeSantis’ ‘full armor of God’ rhetoric reaches Republicans. But is he playing with fire? - Ana CeballosReport on Christian nationalism and the January 6 insurrection - BJC Is America a Christian Nation? - Americans United Politicians, Christian fundamentalist activists plan an American theocracy - Heidi Beedle
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2022-09-2232 min
ComplexifiedOn Changing Hearts, Minds, and LawsCheck out Ian's podcast "The Get More Smarter Podcast" on all streaming platforms!
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2022-09-1556 min
ComplexifiedRev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis On Countering White Christian Nationalism: Step 1: Let White Jesus, Go!Rev. Dr. Jacqui’s newest book, Fierce Love, "is a manifesto for all generations, a universalist’s vision for mending our broken hearts and fractured world" - Get your copy TODAY! For more wisdom from Rev. Lewis, check out her podcast "LOVE. PERIOD. WITH REV. DR. JACQUI LEWIS" For more resources on the historical connection between anti-Black racism and abortion see the article links below:
The Racist History of Abortion and Midwifery Bans
The Religious Right and the Abortion Myth
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2022-09-0849 min
ComplexifiedRob Schenck on the behind-the-scenes agreements that led to the end of RoeTo many, Rob Schenck is THE father of the anti-choice movement. As a young pastor, he drew headlines for a stunt in which a dead fetus was thrust at president Bill Clinton. Later, as you’ll hear, Rob had the ears – and the hearts and pens – of conservative Supreme Court justices. In this provocative conversation, Rob shares his fundamental transformation and how he came to see- and fight- the full danger of Christian Nationalism.
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2022-09-0155 min
ComplexifiedLex & Amanda talk Gender, Sexuality & MarriageWith the first two episodes under our belt, Host Amanda Henderson and Iliff graduate student Lex Dunbar dig into the key takeaways they hope our listeners come away with after the first two episodes: 1) The idea that there are clear god-ordained, universal religious teachings about gender, sexuality, and marriage as we know them today is a myth. 2) Regulation of bodies, sexuality, and marriage relationships has been a part of the business of the State since the founding of the U.S. and before. With these two realities in mind, how are we to understand and navigate the deeper questions tied...
2022-08-2525 min
The Marketing Hygiene PodcastAlthough Being a Mompreneur Isn't Easy, You Can Do It! with Nicole HendersonIn Episode 200, I get to talk with Nicole Henderson of Selsi Enterprises about her journey and being a Mompreneur for many years. She shares with us the insights and encouragement to keep going on our own personal journeys. Connect with Nicole Here: https://www.selsienterprises.com Don't forget to download your FREE guide to the 6 Marketing Musts Guaranteed to Get You More Customers! https://www.tdm-marketing.com/6-marketing-musts Subscribe and Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts so we can reach and help more mom business owners! https://podcasts.apple.com/u...
2022-08-2514 min
ComplexifiedRep. Sam Park, Leading with a Broken HeartState Representative Sam Park is a native Georgian born and raised by a single mother who instilled in him the importance of faith, family and hard work. Sam's grandparents were refugees from the Korean War who moved to the US in the early 1980's in pursuit of the “American Dream.” After receiving a Fellowship in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law from American University Washington College of Law, Sam earned his Masters in Law in 2014 with a specialization in law, politics and legislation. In December 2014, Sam’s mother was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Through her fight against cancer, Sam learned firsth...
2022-08-1838 min
ComplexifiedBrandan Robertson, Religion, Politics & LGBTQ YouthRev. Brandan Robertson is a noted author, pastor, activist, and public theologian working at the intersection of spirituality, sexuality, and social renewal. He is the author of seven books on spirituality, justice, and theology. Robertson has multiple publications such as TIME Magazine, San Diego Union Tribune, and The New York Times. Named by the Human Rights Campaign as one of the top faith leaders leading the fight for LGBTQ+ equality, Robertson has worked with political leaders and activists worldwide to end conversion therapy and promote the human rights of sexual and gender minorities. Resources: B...
2022-08-1137 min
ComplexifiedComplexified Trailer!It’s been a ROUGH few years. If you’re like me, you feel overwhelmed.Worrying about what we’re living through, what scary headline we might see next — and what we can DO about it. Why can’t we keep our kids safe from guns? Why are voting rights under attack? Why can’t we even talk about abortion, gender, sexuality, or racism? How we got here is not a mystery. And we’ll talk about that. (Rob Schenck) "I was there in the middle to late 90s at the tables wi...
2022-08-0204 minAround The Way CurlsEp 177. Amanda's Tale Part II ft. Amanda HendersonThis week we are together and in-studio with our long-time BFF, singer/songwriter Amanda Henderson aka "Amanda's Tale" from Heaux Tales. Together, we relive memories of busting out windows, pawning engagement rings, setting boxes full of memories on fire, and leaning on each other as we learned the hard way. For our main topic, we discuss when it is appropriate to "fight" for a relationship vs when it's time to walk away. Amanda gives us a fire a$$ affirmation and song. Join us. Follow Amanda on IG @lady_lrea https://instagram.com/lady_lrae?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
2022-05-191h 49
Romera Records PodcastRomera Records Podcast Episode #47 Amanda KirkmanThis episode of the podcast features World Champion Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighter and real estate agent Amanda Kirkman.
2021-02-181h 38
Road to Family FreedomBuying a 12-Unit Multifamily as Your First Rental Property with Amanda BolanAmanda Bolan – Multifamily investor, wife, and mother to 3 small children. Being active previously on flips, underway on a small development, she and her husband have narrowed their focus to multifamily properties for long term wealth creation. At the beginning of 2020, they closed on a 12 unit apartment deal as their first rental property.,In this episode, we talk about getting started flipping properties, how they ended up buying a larger property than they thought they could afford, the challenge of acquiring their first property during the beginning of a pandemic, and how they got past the fear of th...
2021-01-0451 min
Become Your Best with Collin HendersonAmanda Osburn - Puyallup PTA Council PresidentMindset Matters with Amanda Osburn
2020-12-1216 min
Schenck Talks BonhoefferInterview with Rev. Amanda HendersonRob Schenck and Rev. Amanda Henderson discuss her personal story, interfaith religion and her new book “Holy Chaos: Creating Connections in Divisive Times”.
2020-07-2744 min
The Changing Faith Podcast with Michael HidalgoEpisode 061 :: Amanda Henderson Brings Holy ChaosOn this episode, Amanda Henderson joins us to talk about her new book titled, Holy Chaos: Creating Connections in Divisive Times. Because sometimes, trying to find connection across real division feels like chaos. Amanda, shares about her own experiences of this hard work - through fear, frustration, being broken open and continuing to love - no matter what. Amanda is the Executive Director of The Interfaith Alliance of Colorado. You can find her new book, Holy Chaos here and learn more about her work with The Interfaith Alliance of Colorado here.
2020-06-1646 min
Now We're Talkin' with Doug PagittDoug Talks With Amanda Henderson about her book "Holy Chaos: Creating Connections in Divisive Times"Doug talks with Amanda Henderson about her book "Holy Chaos: Creating Connections in Divisive Times" and issues of justice in our world. You can listen to the podcast below.Amanda is a public scholar of religion and politics and Executive Director of The Interfaith Alliance of Colorado, a faith rooted non-profit that works in progressive political advocacy.
2020-06-1251 min
The Angela Henderson Online Business ShowAngela Henderson on Celebrating 100 Podcast EpisodesToday is an absolutely epic episode because it’s episode 100 of the Business & Life Conversations Podcast! This is the 2nd hardest episode I’ve recorded because this made me stop and reflect on what I’ve gone through in 100 episodes, 100 weeks, 700 days, or 16,800 hours. To celebrate this milestone, 20 amazing women in business are joining me today to give their advice on one of the main questions I ask in the show: “What do you know now that you wish you knew when you first started off in business?”Links:Lisa CorduffTeresa Heath-WareingAnita...
2020-05-1925 min
Brewing Actors PodcastAmanda Henderson: Stage to ScreenSend us a textOur 6th episode marks the start of our remote podcasting. Adam Robert Lewis sits down (virtually) with actress, Amanda Henderson. Henderson began her acting career in 'Everybody Loves A Winner' at Royal Exchange Manchester directed by Neil Barett. From there, Henderson hit the West End playing Charlotte in Cameron Mackintosh's revival of Oliver at Drury Lane directed by Rupert Goold. In 2013, Henderson became a household name, landing a role in BBC's Casualty. The British medical drama is the longest running emergency medical drama series in the world. Henderson plays Robyn Miller, staff nurse a...
2020-04-101h 11
The Angela Henderson Online Business ShowAmanda Daley on The Power of Doing One Thing Well - Really WellWe always hear the saying “Less is More.” But do we really believe it and put it into action? This totally hit me when I read or heard someone say this: “You’re doing too much, you’re spreading yourself thin. Just focus on the power of one." By focusing on the power of one, it also allowed me and equally will allow you to focus on more of what's important in your business and personal life. In this episode, I’m so excited to share my deep conversation with Amanda Daley on the power of doing one thing well, its be...
2020-03-1738 min
The Marketing Hygiene PodcastWhy WordPress is the best place to build your website with Sharon HendersonIn Episode 10, we have a very special guest and expert WordPress Developer Sharon Henderson of KEM Biz in a Box! Sharon is a mom of three from New Zealand and a woman of many talents. We are blessed to have her explain why WordPress is the best option when building a website for your business. Here are Sharon’s 5 Favorite Plugins: Wordfence Loginizer WP Easy SMTP Yoast SEO Swift Performance GTMetrix Speed Report-Sharon mentioned this tool in testing her site speed. Flatsome is Sharon’s favorite page builder...
2019-06-2640 min
The Kiwi WordPress Queen#11 The Biggest Barrier to Attracting Local Business And How You Can Fix It - With Resident Google My Business & SEO Expert, Amanda TentoIn episode #11, I have the honour of talking with our Resident SEO and Google My Business Expert, The Determined Mom, Amanda Tento.
No matter how small your business is, it's extremely important to be listed in Google to drive more customers to your business. Small business owners often think that they don’t need to be on Google. But that is not true! If you're not using this feature, you are missing out on the chance of getting more clients.
Here are the reasons why:
1. Local SEO is very important. Consumers ten...
2019-06-1757 min
Stories of the MagicEpisode 122 – Amanda Henderson (Disneyland Cast Member)In this episode, we return to one of my most popular guests, Amanda Henderson, for a wonderful follow-up interview. In part 1, back on episode 110, Amanda talked about how she got started working at Disneyland and specifically as an … Continue reading →
2017-02-1758 minStories of the MagicEpisode 122 – Amanda Henderson (Disneyland Cast Member)In this episode, we return to one of my most popular guests, Amanda Henderson, for a wonderful follow-up interview. In part 1, back on episode 110, Amanda talked about how she got started working at Disneyland and specifically as an … Continue reading →
2017-02-1700 min