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The FORBcastInterview with James Holt - Professor of Religious EducationOn this episode of The FORBcast, we have an interview with James Holt - an associate professor at the University of Chester in the United Kingdom. He’s dedicated his career to preparing the next generation to respectfully interact with the belief systems of others. This will ultimately result in a more understanding and peaceful society. James is also the Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Freedom Declared Foundation, which is “Championing the right of everyone to freedom of thought, conscience, religion and belief. [They] provide research, information, educational and training resources and are the only UK char...
2021-12-2947 minThe FORBcastInterview with Ellie Thompson - Interfaith DialogueOn this week’s episode of The FORBcast, we have an interview with Ellie Thompson who is the Reflection Center Coordinator at Utah Valley University. Ellie founded an interfaith dialogue while a student at West Texas A&M University, and from her experience there, grew a desire to work in higher education promoting interfaith dialogue and activities. We discuss why providing safe spaces for spiritual connection is essential on college campuses and in workplaces. Ellie shares her expertise in promoting interfaith dialogue, understanding, and empathy. Thank you for listening to The FORBcast, presented by Bellwether International and hos...
2021-10-3056 minThe FORBcastInterview with Shirin Taber - Women's Media Consultant and AuthorOn this week’s episode of The FORBcast, we have an interview with Shirin Taber. Shirin is an international consultant, media producer and the author. With an Iranian Muslim father and an American Christian mother, she has lived in the United States, Europe and the Middle East. Currently, she is directing the Empower Women Media and Middle East Women’s Leadership Network, which help women create media for their mission. With a background in writing, non-profits and cross-cultural training, Shirin assists multiple organizations with media-based initiatives. The Los Angeles Times, Detroit Free Press, Fox News, Christianity Today and the NYTi...
2021-10-0241 minThe FORBcastInterview with Tanner Bean - Lawyer and AdvocateOn this week’s episode of The FORBcast, we have an interview with Tanner Bean, a lawyer in Idaho and Utah. We discuss his special focuses such as nondiscrimination in the workplace and the intersection of LGBTQIA+ rights with freedom of religion or belief. Tanner breaks down why he’s called on lawmakers to strongly support the Freedom for All Act and why it would be the best step forward for the United States. Tanner is an associate at Fabian VanCott with particular focus on the intersecting areas of religious and LGBTQIA+ discrimination found in workplaces, housing, publi...
2021-07-3043 minThe FORBcastInterview with Dr. Lacey Bagley - LGBTQIA+ TherapistOn this week’s episode of The FORBcast, we have an interview with Dr. Lacey Bagley, who has been working as a therapist for Encircle in Provo Utah for the past two years. She is currently in the process of opening her own clinic, Celebrate Therapy, aimed at supporting LGBTQIA+ folx and their families. She was raised in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and continues to be a practicing member, along with her husband of 13 years and their two children. She also identifies as bisexual, and considers it an honor to serve her community with her ed...
2021-06-2435 minThe FORBcastInterview with Hawa Hassan - Refugee from KenyaOn this week’s episode of The FORBcast, we have an interview with Hawa Hassan, a refugee from Kenya who is now studying nursing at the University of Utah. Hawa discusses what it was like to be born in a refugee camp, immigrate to the United States, and how it feels to be a religious minority in her everyday life. Thank you for listening to The FORBcast, presented by Bellwether International and hosted by Brenna Christen-Server. Please rate, review, subscribe, and send this episode to someone who you think would find it interesting. Send any questions, comments, or...
2021-06-1932 minThe FORBcastMy Big Fat Greek Podcast EpisodeOn this week’s episode of The FORBcast, we discuss the intersection of freedom of religion or belief and popular culture by looking at the beloved RomCom "My Big Fat Greek Wedding." We talk about how characters in the movie represent the plight of real people throughout history, as well as examine religious freedom in Greece today. Thank you for listening to The FORBcast, presented by Bellwether International and hosted by Brenna Christen-Server. Please rate, review, subscribe, and send this episode to someone who you think would find it interesting. Send any questions, comments, or corrections to br...
2021-06-1113 minThe FORBcastAdvocacy with UK Parliament - Interview with Amro HussainOn this week's episode of The FORBcast we interview Amro Hussain, the Director of the All Party Parliamentary Group for International Freedom of Religion or Belief at House of Commons, in London, United Kingdom. He discusses the FORB landscape, his position working in government, and some tangible steps everyone can take to better engage with this human rights issue. Learn more about their organization here:https://appgfreedomofreligionorbelief.org/Thanks for listening to this episode of The FORBcast, presented by Bellwether International and hosted by Brenna Christen-Server. Please remember to rate, review, subscribe, and...
2021-05-2836 minThe FORBcastGender EqualityOn this week’s episode of The FORBcast, we discuss freedom of religion or belief at the intersection of gender equality. We look at gender-based statistics from around the world, hear recommendations from the UN Women Religion and Gender Equality report, and highlight just a few of the women working in their everyday lives to close the gender equality gap. Thank you for listening to The FORBcast, presented by Bellwether International and hosted by Brenna Christen-Server. Please rate, review, subscribe, and send this episode to someone who you think would find it interesting. Send any questions, comments, or...
2021-04-3021 minThe FORBcastRamadan Kareem!This week's episode of The FORBcast goes into the history and celebratory practices of Ramadan. We also discuss four addresses from the Harvard Faith and Flourishing symposium. The topic of the conference was "Strategies for Preventing and Healing Child Sexual Abuse."Thank you for listening to The FORBcast, presented by Bellwether International and hosted by Brenna Christen-Server. Please rate, review, subscribe, and send this episode to someone who you think would find it interesting. You can join us in the fight for freedom of religion or belief by visiting our website, https://www.bellwetherngo.org/
2021-04-1817 minThe FORBcastEaster and AtheismThank you for listening to The FORBcast: the leading podcast on freedom of religion or belief. Presented by Bellwether International and hosted by Brenna Christen-Server. In this week's episode we discuss Easter, as well as the similarities in discrimination against Christians and Atheists around the world. Please rate, review, subscribe, and send this episode to someone you think would find it interesting. Clarifications and a big thank you to our sources for this week's research:UAE stands for United Arab Emirateshttps://www.history.com/topics/holidays/history-of-easter
2021-04-0911 minThe FORBcastIntroductionsOn the first episode of The FORBcast we are introduced to our host, Brenna Christen-Server, who interviews Founder and Executive Director of Bellwether International, Rachel Miner. Send this episode to someone you know, and check us out at our home on the web, bellwetherngo.org! Thanks for listening.
2021-03-1919 min
Three BooksEpisode 14: Booksgiving 2018!Three Books is Ela Area Public Library’s podcast series where our hosts, Becca and Christen, chat about three popular/favorite books. We have invited staff from all over the Library to share what they are giving this holiday season.EPISODE 14 BOOKSGIVING- revised times 01:38 Thoughts on Last Year’s Books04:48 Katie and Natalie Join Program0:5:17 Meet Natalie07:39 Meet Katie09:05 Natalie Book One: We Don’t Eat Our Classmates by Ryan Higgins12:32 Katie Book One: Windows by Julia Denos and illustrated by E. B. Goodale17:18 Natalie Book T...
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