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Triggered - The True Crime PodcastThe Upside Down: Bryce LaspisaIn August 2013, 19-year-old college student Bryce Laspisa vanished without a trace on a dark stretch of California highway. His abandoned car, overturned near a remote lake, became the center of a chilling mystery filled with unanswered questions, erratic behavior, bizarre phone calls, and sightings that never quite made sense.In this episode, we dive deep into the hours leading up to Bryce’s disappearance: the strange detours, the midnight conversations, the emotional unraveling, and the final moments where he was seen alive. And while we follow the facts, patterns, and theories that have haunted this case fo...
2025-12-0249 min
The CartographersWhere are Men Going? A Conversation with Jake MeadorHow have our modern technologies transformed the lives of young men? This week, Jake Meador joins Bryce and Ashley to discuss the cultural forces shaping men and masculinity today, the ways technology has reformed masculine formation, and the relationship of men to the new right.
Jake Meador: "Four Types of Christian Cultural Engagement"
Katherine Dee: "How the Internet Made the Far-Right"
Jake Meador is the editor-in-chief of Mere Orthodoxy. His writing has appeared in The Atlantic, First Things, National Review, Christianity Today, and more. He is also a co...
2025-11-2547 min
Accidental Experts with Bryce HamiltonParental Anxiety with Dr. Ashley
Licensed psychologist, author and TedX speaker, Dr. Ashley meets with Bryce Hamilton LSCSW to discuss parental anxiety and how it affects children. They talk about how to be mindful of your anxiety, tell the difference between productive and unproductive worry, and how anxiety as parents may impact or be projected onto our children.Subscribe with your favorite podcast playerApple PodcastsAndroidRSS
They discuss telling the difference between anxiety and intuition, the significance of anxiety as a hereditary trait, and how to help manage situations that may cause anxiety for parent and/or child. They also talk...
2025-11-1852 min
The CartographersMidseason Reflection: Double Standards and Hallucinogenic ViolenceTake a peak behind the curtain with Bryce and Ashley as they discuss some of the articles they've been mulling over recently. Bryce and Ashley discuss the existence of double standards against men today, the cross-gender pornification of our culture, the desire men and women feel for discipleship, and how we can meet those desires in ways that are both affirmative and redemptive.
The Agenda:
- Jen Hatmaker and the double standard against men
- Is hypermasculinity a problem?
- The shift from individualism to mob identity
2025-11-0436 min
The CartographersHow Safe Should We Be? A Conversation with Jeremy LundgrenHow safe should we be? This week, Jeremy Lundgren joins Bryce and Ashley to discuss the cultural pressures of 'safetyism' today, the shifting ways humans have related to safety across history, and the spiritual good of healthy risk in childhood.
Jeremy Lundgren is director of the Nicolet Bible Institute and a professor of theology at Wheaton College. He is also the author of The Pursuit of Safety: A Theology of Danger, Risk, and Security.
Sign up for The Willowbrae Institute substack here and find out more about the work...
2025-10-2143 min
The CartographersWhat is a man? A Conversation with Sam AllberryWhat is it to be a man or woman, according to the Bible? Sam Allberry joins Bryce and Ashley to discuss the relationship of culture to the biblical vision of masculinity and femininity, the need for both grace and truth in discussions of gender today, and the constance of God's grace and presence in uncertain times.
Sam Allberry is an apologist, speaker, and pastor at Immanuel Nashville. He is the author of several books, including Is God Anti-Gay?, Seven Myths About Singleness, and What God Has to Say About Our Bodies.
Sam...
2025-10-0741 min
The CartographersHow Do We Form Men? A Conversation with Chris BrunoHow do we actually form men? Bryce and Ashley sit down with Chris Bruno of the Restoration Project to talk about rites of passage, how men are formed, and what healthy masculinity looks like.
Be sure to register for Restoration Project's free Restorative Manhood Digital Summit, taking place on Sept. 25-28, 2025. (If you're listening after the event, see the Grove Collective to get access).
Sign up for our substack here and find out more about the work Willowbrae does here.
The Cartographers is a production of The Willowbrae Institute, a think tank researching...
2025-09-2348 min
The CartographersNew series: Redeeming ManhoodWelcome back! On this season of The Cartographers, we are looking at Redeeming Manhood. In this episode, Bryce and Ashley map out what experts are saying about men, note the unique challenges young men and boys face in our society, and begin to present a vision for a redeemed masculinity that is neither a social construction nor a 1950s stereotype.
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2025-09-0922 min
Thicc Man IncVikings Keep Rolling, Colts-Bears, Bryce Young Stinks, 49ers Keep Losing | NFL Week 3 Reactions 2024The Vikings continue to look like the best team in the NFL as their defense shuts down the Texans and Sam Darnold continues to resurrect his career. Caleb Williams vs Anthony Richardson was hard to watch. Bryce Young may be the biggest bust of all time. Should we worry about the 49ers? Let us know what you guys think!
Time Stamps
00:00 Intro
00:54 Vikings continue to shock everyone
06:52 The Giants WON a game?!?
10:43 All Pro Andy Dalton!?! Bryce Young Stinks?
15:36 What do we make of...
2024-09-2435 min
The CartographersBut do we really need the church?"Maybe religion, for all of its faults, works a bit like a retaining wall to hold back the destabilizing pressure of American hyper-individualism, which threatens to swell and spill over in its absence.” So writes Derek Thompson in The Atlantic. In this episode, as part of the series on worship and formation, Ashley and Bryce discuss Thompson's article, trends in churchgoing, the role of technology, and what the church is for. Resources discussed:“The True Cost of the Churchgoing Bust” By Derek Thompson in The AtlanticKirsten Sanders' substa...
2024-04-2333 min
The Father and Son PodcastEpisode 4 | Who's to Blame for the Violence in Hip-Hop? w/ David AshleyHas violence always been apart of Hip-Hop? If so, who's responsible for it? Follow our guest, David Ashley here: instagram.com/mrdavidashley
Watch the video version of this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAgWrpZLRTk&list=PLpYbHFVGjoX03JAxcDBTQFR6gj5NTF344&index=5
Listen to “Big Bryce Son” here: ffm.to/bbs
IN LOVING MEMORY OF BIG BRYCE.
2024-04-1345 min
That's So Fcked UpPATREON VAULT: Interview with Anna LeBaron and Bryce Allred, Ex-members of the LeBaron Group and AUBTHIS IS THE SECOND PART - LISTEN TO THIS AFTER YOU LISTEN TO "INTERVIEW WITH ANNA LEBARON FROM 'DAUGHTERS OF THE CULT'"!Three years ago Ash and Cam sat down with one of Ervil's daughter's Anna, and Bryce Allred, the great-grandson of Rulon Allred, a rival polygamist cult leader, and one of Ervil's victims. They discussed in-depth their individual experiences growing up in the groups that they did, as well as their shared history. There will obviously be a bit of overlapping information because we used quotes from this interview in the last couple of episodes...
2024-01-101h 22
The CartographersCombating Digital Loneliness with Justin Whitmel EarleyIf you've been hurt or are unsure about how to engage in community, this interview with Justin Whitmel Earley on his book, Made for People, is a great starting place. Listen in to Bryce Hales and Ashley Hales as they speak with Justin about creating community in the church and in your neighborhoods. It's a practical starting place that follows up from the dechurching episode (so listen to that one too if you haven't yet).Resources:Made for People by Justin Whitmel EarleyTo find out more about Justin and...
2023-12-0547 min
The CartographersHumor Deflates Culture Wars with Harrison Scott KeyWhat if humor was more than just a way to break tension or get a laugh? Humor takes the air out of anger, leads towards forgiveness, and provides a way to opt out of culture war thinking. In this thoughtful, funny, and moving conversation, Bryce and Ashley sit down with Harrison Scott Key, author of How to Stay Married. They speak about restoration, faith, and the role humor plays.How to Stay Married is a book about an affair and the outrageous mercy of God. Find a pathway to the true, good, and beautiful even in the...
2023-09-0548 min
The CartographersWhat if Culture Wars are your Work? with Pete WehnerWhen your job is politics, how do you get away from the rhetoric and tribalism of the culture wars? In this episode, Bryce Hales and Ashley Hales talk with Peter Wehner, a contributing editor for The Atlantic and a former presidential speech writer, about navigating culture war topics.Pete Wehner is a Senior Fellow at Trinity Forum @trinityforum; he writes for @nytimes & @TheAtlantic. He has worked in Reagan/Bush41 administrations and Bush43 White House. He’s also the author of The Death of Politics.Resources mentioned: Pete's work in The At...
2023-07-111h 10
The CartographersA Culture War Alternative with Mark LabbertonNeed an alternative to online culture warmongering? On this episode, Bryce Hales and Ashley Hales talk with Mark Labberton, President Emeritus of Fuller Theological Seminary, about how exile is the paradigm we need for this cultural moment. Be sure to listen, subscribe and share. We'd love if you shared these episodes with a friend or family member as a starting point for conversation.Be sure to head to Willowbrae Institute to sign up for our newsletter and get a free pdf to help you process the "culture wars." Resources mentioned...
2023-06-0657 min
Thriving in Recovery#35 - Thriving in Recovery with Ashley HarrisWelcome to the Thriving in Recovery Podcast! In this episode, host Justin Harris and co-host Bryce Givens speak with a true beacon of strength and resilience, Ashley Harris.
Ashley's story takes a unique twist as she shares her recovery from a codependent relationship with an addict. In the depths of this destructive dynamic, she lost sight of her own identity to the point of no longer recognizing herself in the mirror. However, her journey of healing began when she joined Codependents Anonymous (Coda) in May of 2021, where she finally found a space where she felt seen and...
2023-06-0252 min
The CartographersHow'd We Get Stuck in the Middle?On this series, "Stuck in the Middle," we're talking to leaders like you who feel pulled into multiple directions in the latest iteration of the culture wars. (Here's the first episode if you missed out on that).On this episode, Bryce Hales and Ashley Hales talk about the questions they bring to the table, the origin of the term "culture wars", what's involved (and get a short literary history in the process) and how a leader can actually lead through cultural change without capitulating. Be sure to listen, subscribe and share. Consider using these episodes as a...
2023-05-2339 min
The CartographersStuck in the Middle: a new series on the culture warsIf you feel like you're stuck in the middle of polarization, disinformation, and decision fatigue this new series on the "culture wars" is for you!In this short intro, Bryce Hales and Ashley Hales share some of their hopes to help guide the conversation around partisanship and tribalism so that leaders can chart a pathway through the culture wars. In this series, you'll get more from thoughtful leaders and practitioners so you'll have a framework to move beyond being "stuck in the middle" to live faithfully in this moment in time.Subscribe and share so...
2023-05-1012 min
The CartographersHow to Live with Alan NobleHow can we get out of bed each morning? Alan Noble's On Getting Out of Bed is a gentle reminder to do the next right thing when you or someone you love experiences mental affliction. In this conversation, Bryce Hales and Ashley Hales talk about Alan's work, what the redemption of Jesus means for depression and anxiety, and how to move beyond performing our pain.Resources mentioned:Alan's latest book, On Getting Out of BedAlan's other books: Disruptive Witness and You are Not Your OwnAshley's latest...
2023-04-1142 min
The CartographersCurt Thompson's Cure for IndividualismHow do modernity, technology, brain science, and spiritual formation work together? In this wide-ranging and fascinating conversation, Bryce and Ashley sit down with Curt Thompson, MD, who deftly combines interpersonal neurobiology and Christian faith. We talk about institutions, the lack of fruitfulness amongst Christians, and developing a Christian imagination. A must-listen: practical, thoughtful, warm-hearted and help for you to live with your people and in your place.Resources Mentioned:Curt's latest book, The Soul of DesireCurt's website and podcastMark Oppenheimer, "The Schools that Ban Smartphones," The...
2023-03-2857 min
The CartographersOrphaned Believers with Sara BillupsCan the church be a place for disillusioned people? In this conversation, Bryce Hales and Ashley Hales talk with Sara Billups about the ways consumer-driven and end-times-focused Christian belief shaped a generation. Listen in for thoughtful commentary and a way forward.Resources mentioned:Sara Billups, Orphaned Believers: How a Generation of Christian Exiles can Find the Way HomeLeigh Stein, "The Empty Religions of Instagram," NYTFind out more about Sara on her website.The Cartographers is a production of Willowbrae Institute. Find...
2023-03-1446 min
The CartographersBiblical Critical Theory with Christopher WatkinBryce Hales and Ashley Hales interview Christopher Watkin about the story the bible tells as an interpretative lens. We speak about the issue of critical theory, how his book Biblical Critical Theory is useful, and how it might help us over and against a culture war lens.LINKSChristopher Watkin's book, Biblical Critical TheoryFind out more about Christopher on his websiteThe Cartographers is a production of Willowbrae Institute. Find out more at willowbrae.org. The Cartographers is hosted by Bryce...
2023-02-2842 min
The CartographersAn Intentional Year with Glenn PackiamHow do we think about our days, weeks, and seasons? In this conversation with Glenn Packiam, Ashley Hales and Bryce Hales talk about emotional health for leaders, the difference between information and transformation, and how an intentional year fits in.Resources mentioned:Holly Packiam and Glenn Packiam, The Intentional YearGlenn Packiam, The Resilient Pastor and more resources at BarnaThe Cartographers is a production of Willowbrae Institute. Find out more at willowbrae.org. The Cartographers is hosted by Bryce Hales and Ashley Hales and...
2023-02-1441 min
The CartographersGrowing Wise with Chris BrunoWhat does it look like to grow old -- not just in years but in wisdom? How are young men growing in maturity? What does emotional health look like?Part of charting the cultural landscape for Christian leaders is paying attention to our spiritual health and the need for sage guides. Bryce Hales and Ashley Hales speak to counselor Chris Bruno about his new book, Sage.Resources mentioned:Chris Bruno's ReStory CounselingChris' book, SageThe Cartographers is a production of Willowbrae Institute...
2023-01-3140 min
The CartographersLiturgical Formation with Douglas McKelveyHow do we move through pain? What forms can we use to practice communal identity with others and promote honesty before God? How do liturgies form us?Part of charting the cultural landscape for Christian leaders is promoting forms for communal and historical identity, rather than a flippant individualism. In this interview, Ashley Hales speaks to writer Douglas McKelvey about his work in Every Moment Holy.Resources mentioned:DISCOUNT CODE for listeners: 15% off use code EMHHALESEvery Moment HolyRabbit Room...
2023-01-3147 min
The CartographersHuman Limits with David ZahlHow do our limits lead us towards love? What is our understanding of the human person within the sphere of faith? How do we actually live out a kingdom ethnic in this day and age?Part of charting the cultural landscape for Christian leaders is a full understanding of the human person. In this conversation, Ashley Hales and Bryce Hales speak with David Zahl about his book, Low Anthropology.Resources mentioned:David Zahl, Mockingbird MinistriesDavid's book: Low AnthropologyThe...
2023-01-3141 min
The CartographersIntroducing The CartographersFinding Holy is transitioning to The Cartographers: Mapping the Cultural Landscape for 21st century Christian Leaders.Join Ashley Hales and Bryce Hales as they have conversations with guests in a changing cultural landscape. Escape the same thoughtful commentary and questions, wise ways forward, and a new emphasis on the intersection between spiritual formation, imagination, individual and institutions.The Cartographers will release every other Tuesday. We'll be back in 2 weeks with 3 new episodes. Be sure to subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-01-2418 min
The Cartographers138: On Time Anxiety with Jen Pollock MichelDo you feel rushed or overwhelmed this time of year? During Advent, Ashley speaks with Jen Pollock Michel about how we might better think about living in the time that is given to us. In this episode we talk about the time anxiety that attends us during the holiday rush and some practical steps forward.We're also giving away 5 copies of In Good Time! To enter, rate and review the podcast and let me know you've done it by sending an email to findingholypodcast@gmail.com.LINKS...
2022-11-2926 min
The Cartographers137: Hannah Anderson on AdventWhat does it mean to practice time-keeping as a Christian? In this episode, Ashley sits down with Hannah Anderson to talk about Advent, our need for liturgies, and what creation can teach us. Listen in and grab a copy of Hannah's book.LINKSHannah and Nathan's book, Heaven and Nature SingFollow Hannah on TwitterHannah's websiteAshley’s most recent book, A Spacious Life is in paperback, ebook and audio. You can find out more about her work and speaking at aahales.co...
2022-11-2233 min
The Cartographers136: Ann Swindell on the Path through OverwhelmAre you overwhelmed? Ashley Hales talks with Ann Swindell about her devotional, The Path to Peace. As we walk through the lives of several biblical characters, we'll begin to see that the point is less to do with our circumstances and more about knowing God. Listen in to this hopeful conversation.LINKSAnn's website, including her writing coursesAnn's book, The Path to PeaceAshley’s most recent book, A Spacious Life is in paperback, ebook and audio. You can find out more about her wo...
2022-11-1530 min
The Cartographers135: Glenn Packiam on Resilience in the ChurchIn this conversation with Glenn Packiam, Ashley talks with Glenn about resilience, discipleship and ways to move forward. Chock full of hope, data, and practical steps. Listen in.LINKSGlenn's websiteRockharbor ChurchGlenn's book, The Resilient PastorResilient pastor resources (podcast, cohorts, etc).Ashley’s most recent book, A Spacious Life is in paperback, ebook and audio. You can find out more about her work and speaking at aahales.com and signup for her substack. Be sure to leave a ra...
2022-11-0836 min
The Cartographers134: Gem Fadling on Your Thought LifeIn this conversation, Ashley talks with Gem Fadling about low-grade anxiety, a Christian's thought life and how we might notice and discern the voices in our heads to "take every thought captive." Listen in to a practical conversation.LINKSFollow Gem and Unhurried Living on InstagramUnhurried Living, Inc.Replenish Community Gem's most recent book, Hold That ThoughtAshley’s most recent book, A Spacious Life is in paperback, ebook and audio. You can find out more about her work and sp...
2022-11-0133 min
The Cartographers133: Angie Ward on Kingdom and NationIn this episode, Ashley and Bryce Hales sit down with Angie Ward, editor of Kingdom and Country, a book that helps us discern allegiance to Christ our King and what our relationship to the nation might be. In this conversation, we chat about ideas surrounding Christian nationalism and what postures we might take in this moment in time.LINKSKingdom and Country: Following Jesus in the Land that you LoveAshley’s most recent book, A Spacious Life is in paperback, ebook and audio. You can find ou...
2022-10-2529 min
The Cartographers132: Bonnie Kristian on Our Knowledge CrisisAshley and Bryce Hales talk with journalist Bonnie Kristian about our knowledge crisis and what we can do about it. While it can feel like people aren't even living in the same reality anymore, Bonnie gives some practical and hopeful starting places in our day and age. We highly recommend her book!LINKSBonnie's book, Untrustworthy: How the Knowledge Crisis is Breaking our Brains, Ruining our Politics and Corrupting Christian CommunityFollow Bonnie on TwitterAshley’s most recent book, A Spacious Life is in pa...
2022-10-1840 min
The Cartographers131: Shannan Martin on How to Be a NeighborAshley sits down with Shannan Martin as they talk together about how to be a good neighbor -- in our neighborhoods and in virtual spaces, too. Get some great ideas on how to grow your relationships in Shannan's newest book, Start with Hello.LINKSShannan on InstagramShannan's book, Start with HelloShannan's substackWe mention a conversation with Bonnie Kristian (and her book Untrustworthy); that conversation will be out next week!Ashley’s most recent book, A Spacious Life is in...
2022-10-1137 min
The Cartographers130: Aaron Damiani on Living SacramentallyWhat does it mean to live a sacramental life? Ashley is joined by Bryce Hales for this invigorating conversation with Anglican pastor, Aaron Damiani. We talk about practical starting places when we can't think our way to God, feel our way to God, or serve our ways to God. Listen in -- you'll find some hope for belief in this moment in time.LINKS Aaron's book, Earth Filled with HeavenPatient Ferment of the Early ChurchO Gracious Light prayerLinks to the...
2022-10-0440 min
The Cartographers129: Make Grief Normal Again with Amanda Held OpeltAshley Hales sits down with Amanda Held Opelt to talk about how we might normalize grief, pain, loss and death. With her background in aid work, she thought she would prepared, but wasn't when her sister Rachel Held Evans was hospitalized and died. But studying grief rituals was one way through.Listen in to this hopeful, thoughtful and rich conversation and let it help you process your own losses.LINKSAmanda's book, A Hole in the WorldConnect with Amanda on her websiteAshley’s most re...
2022-09-2738 min
The Cartographers128: Lore Wilbert on Why a Posture of Curiosity MattersWhat do we do with our questions? In this conversation, Ashley talks with Lore Ferguson Wilbert about questions faith poses and what a curious faith looks like. This conversation moves past hot takes on deconstruction and into the questions we ask of God, he asks of us, and we ask together in community. Listen in.LINKSSign up for Lore's substackLore's most recent book, A Curious FaithAshley’s most recent book, A Spacious Life is in paperback, ebook and audio. You can find out more about he...
2022-09-2037 min
The Cartographers127: Andrew Arndt on Hope for the WildernessWeekly episodes are back! Join us each Tuesday as we connect the dots between big ideas and everyday life in culture, theology, and the arts. Expect thoughtful, deep and lively conversation and guests' laundry routines!This week, Ashley sits down with Andrew Arndt to talk about the gifts of the desert fathers and mothers. You'll hear about Andrew's own spiritual journey and how these ancient, wise voices may help those doubting and pave the way forward for our polarized culture.LINKSAndrew's websiteAndrew's book: Streams in the...
2022-09-1338 min
S.E.M. Podcast - Scotland, Edinburgh MissionEp. 30 - Ashley Devine: (January 2005 - January 2007) - S.E.M. PodcastAshley Devine served in the Scotland, Edinburgh Mission from January of 2005 through the summer of 2006, and completed his mission service in the England, London South Mission in July of 2007. Ashley comes on and shares his journey through Scotland and his the incredible experiences. He served those around him with genuine love and sharing his fun and outgoing personality. Ashley found amazing people through his mission experience that continue to influence his life today.
Ashley lives in Mansfield, England, with his wife and 3 children.
Recorded August 24, 2022
2022-09-122h 12
A Date With Murder: True Crime PodcastEpisode 61 - August 30, 2013On August 30, 2013, a young college student began to make the drive to his parents' house in the middle of the night. After some bizarre stops, he disappears. Where is he? We also talk about moving away from our mothers, vacuums and electricity, and, in a shocking twist, Ashley gets emotional in this episode!
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https://affairpost.com/the-untold-truth-about-bryce-laspisas-disappearance-found/
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2022-08-3038 min
The Cartographers126: Mark Sayers on Cultural Anxiety and its CureJoin Ashley as she talks with Mark Sayers about his recent book, A Non-Anxious Presence, and all about church renewal, church hurt, and hope for institutional clarity and mission in this moment and time. Mark Sayers is pastor of Red Church in Melbourne, Australia, and podcast host of Rebuilders. Not to be missed!LINKSMark's latest book, A Non-Anxious PresenceLearn more about Mark on his website, including his podcastsAshley’s most recent book, A Spacious Life is in paperback, ebook and audio. You ca...
2022-08-2545 min
The Cartographers125: Makoto Fujimura on Art and FaithAshley Hales interviews Mako Fujimura on his artistic process, how faith and art meet and collide and give hope for sorrow and our cultural moment. Not to miss!LINKSLearn more about MakoArt + Faith bookArt + Faith group reading guideAcademy Kintsugi Ashley’s most recent book, A Spacious Life is in paperback, ebook and audio. You can find out more about her work and speaking at aahales.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2022-08-0941 min
New Day with Ashley#12: Bryce & Lisa Niemiller, Elevate Rock SchoolAshley welcomes Bryce and Lisa Niemiller to the Podcast. Bryce & Lisa are the owners of Elevate Rock School in Fargo. They have a rockin' story and through the risks they took and the challenges they've faced, they're proof of overcoming it all.---SUBSCRIBE & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS ON FOR NEW UPLOADS!---Like & Follow KFGO HERE: https://linktr.ee/Mighty790KFGO Like & Follow New Day with Ashley HERE: https://www.instagram.com/newdaywithashley/?hl=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.I'd love if you...
2022-07-2630 min
The Cartographers124: Reading as Formation with Austin CartyAshley talks with Austin Carty about how reading forms us as leaders, how we can get started reading again, and some practical steps forward, especially for pastors and leaders. Pick up a book today and become less anxious, more content, and more empathetic. Listen in.LINKSAustin’s book: The Pastor’s Bookshelf: Why Reading Matters for MinistryOther books mentioned:The Brothers KaramazovAnna KareninaMarilynne Robinson’s novels: Housekeeping, Gilead, Home, Jack, LilaJohn HartKashiguro, The Remains of the...
2022-07-2547 min
The Cartographers123: Hope for the Western Church with Eric CostanzoAshley talks with Eric Costanzo, an author (along with Daniel Yang and Matt Soerens) of Inalienable, about hope for the American church. We don't have to give up on Jesus' bride, but we do need to find ways to heal. Listen in to Eric's practical and thoughtful wisdom about how to live with hope for the church. Listening to and learning from marginalized voices shows us the way forward.LINKSEric's book, InalienableAshley’s most recent book, A Spacious Life is in paperback, ebook and audio. Sign up for As...
2022-07-0636 min
The Cartographers122: Pantsuit Politics' Beth Silvers on Re-knitting our Social FabricAshley talks with Beth Silvers (one half of the Pantsuit Politics duo, along with Sarah Stewart Holland) about how we move forward with grace and hope in politics, in community, and with one another. Listen in for some practical ways to think institutionally, act kindly, and reknit our social fabric.LINKSBeth and Sarah's book: Now What? How to Move Forward When We're Divided About Basically EverythingListen to Pantsuit PoliticsAshley’s most recent book, A Spacious Life is in paperback, ebook and audio. Si...
2022-06-2140 min
The Cartographers121: Gordon T. Smith on Why Work isn't All There IsAshley talks with Gordon T. Smith on calling, vocation and how all of what we do matters — not just our careers.LINKSGordon’s book, Your Calling Here and NowSusan Scott, Fierce ConversationsAshley’s most recent book, A Spacious Life is in paperback, ebook and audio. Sign up for Ashley’s substack here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2022-06-0737 min
The Cartographers120: What we can Learn from China with Hannah Nation and Ryan ZhangAshley talks with Hannah Nation and Ryan Zhang about their work with the book, Faith in the Wilderness: a book translating Chinese pastors' sermons on the intersection of the pandemic and persecution. Listen in to hear what Hannah (as the editor) and Ryan (as a translator) learned about resilience and growth and what the Chinese church can teach the Western church.LINKSFaith in the WildernessChina Partnership, https://www.chinapartnership.org/China Partnership Prayer Guide: https://www.chinapartnership.org/prayHouse Church...
2022-05-2449 min
The Cartographers119: Amy Julia Becker on Healing and WholenessAshley talks with Amy Julia Becker about healing and wholeness for persons, places, and communities. Listen in to this conversation about the wellness industry, the healing Jesus offers, and some practical steps foward.LINKSAmy Julia’s book, To Be Made WellWhite Picket FencesAnd for fun: Dryel dry cleaning product!Ashley’s most recent book, A Spacious Life is in paperback, ebook and audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2022-05-1737 min
The Cartographers118: Jake Meador on Christians for the Sake of the WorldAshley Hales and Jake Meador talk about what Christians offer the world in this moment in time. A practical and thoughtful conversation on Christian community, imagination, and care for our environment and families -- don't miss it.LINKS + RESOURCESJake's newest book, What Are Christians For?Jake's first book, In Search of the Common GoodEpisode 35 where we talked about loneliness and the common goodAshley's newest book, A Spacious Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2022-05-1131 min
The Cartographers117: Hans Boersma on Seeing GodAshley and Hans Boersma talk about the whole point of life — moving toward union with God and what the blessed life looks like now. This conversation may help you tap into the transcendent life in your ordinary one.LINKSHans Boersma’s book, Seeing GodHans’ website: https://www.hansboersma.org/Ashley’s more recent book, A Spacious Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2022-05-0333 min
The Cartographers116: Mark Noll on the Evangelical MindAshley is joined by Mark Noll, Christian historian, as they talk about the word "evangelical," if it could and should be saved, and what to do about the intellectual project for Christians.LINKS + WORKS MENTIONEDBooks by Mark: Mark's updated classic, The Scandal of the Evangelical MindHistory of Christianity in American and CanadaAmerica’s book (out in May)Others mentioned:Frederick Douglass, Narrative of the Life of Frederick DouglassSojourner Truth, Narrative of Sojourne, Tr TruthHa...
2022-04-2637 min
The Cartographers115: Staying Awake with Anjuli PaschallAshley and Anjuli talk about staying awake rather than numbing, hiding, or sidestepping life. We talk about conflict, faith, and how to move forward. A helpful, practical conversation especially if you feel unmoored in the last several years.LINKSFollow Anjuli on InstagramAnjuli's second book, AwakeAnjuli's first book, StayAshley's most recent book, A Spacious Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2022-04-1931 min
The Cartographers113: Mental Health with Diana GruverOften going back to go forward looks like naming depression or anxiety and finding a path through. In this conversation with Diana Gruver, she and Ashley talk about mental health and where we find companions in darkness in the church through time.LINKSDiana's book, Companions in the DarknessFollow Diana on TwitterAshley's book, A Spacious LifeGet your Holy Week at Home Bundle for just $5 here. It includes a workbook to help you process your joys and losses with Jesus, as well as recipes...
2022-04-0537 min
Live Bold & Boss UpEmpowering Differences With Ashley T. BrundageSteph & Ash talk this week live at Synapse with Ashley T. Brundage, the Founder and President of Empowering Differences. While seeking employment at a major financial institution, Ashley self-identified during the interview process as a male to female transgender woman and subsequently was hired. Starting as a part-time teller, she rose to VP of Diversity and Inclusion in less than 5 years. She captured this 4-step process of using empowerment to cultivate change in her new book and online course. Ashley credits her success to those closest to her for providing actionable allyship including her two teenage sons, Bryce and...
2022-02-2220 min
The Cartographers105: Limits of Knowing, Limits of Art with Daniel BowmanAshley talks with Professor Daniel Bowman about his autism spectrum diagnosis as an adult and the gifts and limits of knowledge and art. A great conversation you won’t want to miss.LINKSDan’s book, On the Spectrum: https://amzn.to/35psP4fFollow Dan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/danielbowmanjrYou can grab a copy of Ashley’s A Spacious New Year workbook to help you create sustainable rhythms this year. It’s just $6 in her shop. Be on the lookout...
2022-01-3139 min
The Cartographers104: The Gifts and Limits of Christian Fiction with Daniel SillimanAshley talks with Daniel Silliman on the gifts and limits of fiction — particularly evangelical popular fiction over the last several decades — and what it means for faith and culture.LINKSDaniel’s book, Reading Evangelicals: https://amzn.to/3416fhJFollow Daniel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/danielsillimanAshley’s book, A Spacious LifeBe sure to grab a copy of “A Spacious New Year” — it’s just $6 and will help you create healthy rhythms. You can grab a copy along with A Spacious Life.
2022-01-2541 min
The Cartographers103: The Healing Power of Poetry with Tanner OlsonAshley talks with Tanner Olson about his newest book of poetry and how poetry can be a vehicle to connect with others.LINKSFollow Tanner on Instagram @writtentospeak: https://www.instagram.com/writtentospeak/Tanner’s book, Walk a Little Slower: https://amzn.to/3rrLdkoOther books of poetry recommended: Denise Levertov, Mary Oliver, Malcolm GuiteGrab your “A Spacious New Year” workbook for $6 to help you create sustainable rhythms in 2022 (not the crazy goal-setting, wrestle-your-life list). You can grab it in Ashley’s shop and...
2022-01-1832 min
The Cartographers102: The Goodness of Human Limits with Dr. Kelly KapicJoin Ashley as she talks with Professor Kelly Kapic as they dive into the topic of limits — and as she kicks off this series on art and limits. How do limits grow our creativity? How do they make us more human? Listen in. As you settle into a new year, this conversation is sure to help you connect the dots between goals and how to also be well, human.LINKSKelly Kapic’s book, You’re Only Human (out on Jan 18): https://amzn.to/3HPXJRjKelly Kapic’s Amazon...
2022-01-1034 min
The Cartographers101: Let's Think about Health: Healthy Bodies with Jennifer Taylor WagnerNeed some thoughtful conversation on healthy bodies when all forms of media will want you to be discontent with who you are? Listen in to this conversation with Ashley and Jennifer Wagner, author of Your Good Body.LINKSJennifer’s book (out in January!): Your Good Body, https://amzn.to/3yOdXadFollow Jennifer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifertaylorwagner/Be sure to pick up a copy of Ashley’s latest book, A Spacious Life (https://amzn.to/3pjXxTO). It’s available wherever books are sold.
2021-12-2135 min
The Cartographers98: Let's think about Health: Creation Care with Au Sable InstituteAs we consider topics of health in these four episodes, Ashley talks with Liuan Huska and Jon Terry about creation care and the Au Sable Institute.LINKSAu Sable InstituteGet your workbook here: www.ausable.org/liturgiesLiuan’s book, Hurting Yet Whole: https://amzn.to/3FOx9HkBook mentioned, Saving Us: https://amzn.to/3I5Vn1NA Spacious Season: A Weary Mom Rejoices is available in the Shop on Ashley’s website: www.aahales.com/shop/aspaciousseasonA...
2021-11-2940 min
The Plant Centered and Thriving PodcastRegistered Dietitian, Karla Moreno-Bryce, answers common questions regarding her specialty: raising children on a vegan diet."A vegan diet is perfectly safe, it's healthy and it supports the growth and development of the child" Registered Dietitian Karla Moreno-Bryce, who specializes in vegan nutrition for kids, joins me today to address some of the questions and concerns facing vegan parents today. She is also a mother to a little girl she is raising her on a vegan lifestyle. Her mission is to empower vegan parents to feel confident in feeding their infant, toddler, and/or child a healthful vegan diet for proper growth and development. If you are thinking of switching your kids to a...
2021-11-2924 min
The Cartographers93: What's in a Name? (with Aubrey Sampson)Join Ashley as she talks with Aubrey Sampson about naming and being known, moving past shame, and how a spacious life fits in.LINKSAubrey's book, KnownFollow Aubrey on InstagramConnect with Aubrey at her websiteAshley's book, A Spacious LifeA Spacious Life will help you recover joy, purpose and rest in a world of hurry and hustle. Be sure to take your Hustle Habit quiz, get your roadmap and pick up a copy of A Spacious Life today.
2021-10-1934 min
The Cartographers92: What to do When You Can't Pray (with Kayla Craig)Ashley talks with Kayla Craig on liturgy, prayer, and what to do when we don't have the words.LINKSKayla's book, To Light Their Way: https://amzn.to/3mGyWGqFollow Kayla on Instagram on her personal page and Liturgies for ParentsAshley's book: A Spacious Life: https://amzn.to/2YQtrwRTake your Hustle Habit quiz here and grab your roadmap to help you find your way out. A Spacious Life is available wherever books are sold. Learn more about...
2021-10-1231 min
The Cartographers90: How does God invite us to Lead? (with Sharon Hodde Miller)Listen in to this conversation with Sharon Hodde Miller as she and Ashley talk about leadership and limits.LINKSSharon on Instagram and TwitterSharon's latest books, Nice and Free of MeAshley's book: A Spacious LifeGet Pocket Practices and take your Hustle Habit quiz!Get a copy of A Spacious Life: Trading Hustle and Hurry for the Goodness of Limits! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021-09-2932 min
The Cartographers89: Where is God in the dark? (with Tish Harrison Warren)In this conversation Ashley talks with Tish Harrison Warren about how to pray when we can't, the limits and invitations of liturgy, our own limits of time and ability, and what a spacious life might look like.LINKSTish's book, Prayer in the Night: https://amzn.to/3CmMo8sFollow Tish on TwitterTish's NYT newsletter: https://www.nytimes.com/column/tish-harrison-warrenAshley's book, A Spacious Life: https://amzn.to/2XDlCdiFollow Ashley on Twitter and InstagramTake your...
2021-09-2145 min
The Cartographers88: Flipping the mic: A Spacious Life is born (with Ashley Hales)!We're flipping the mic and Ashley is the one answering questions! Join Laura Fabrycky as she asks insightful questions and she and Ashley discuss how we can find a spacious life in the midst of our everyday lives. Don't miss this episode!A Spacious Life is out today! Help out by ordering a copy or reviewing on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-a-million or wherever you buy books. Thank you!Follow Ashley on Twitter and Instagram and take your hustle habit quiz today. Learn more about your...
2021-09-1439 min
The Cartographers84: How do we stay in our lane when it comes to calling or pain? (with Marlena Graves)Ashley talks with Marlena Graves about boundaries, hurt and trauma, calling, and what it might look like to embrace our limits. If you’re looking for some guidelines about when and what to speak out on, this is a great conversation — and one that helps you see the beauty of self-restraint.LINKSGet Marlena’s most recent book, The Way Up is Down: https://amzn.to/3yUPTSoPre-order Ashley’s book, A Spacious Life: https://amzn.to/37ZS4IJFollow Marlena on Twitter and Instagram*Take your Hus...
2021-08-1641 min
The Cartographers80: Kendra Adachi On Genius-ing your Laundry and Your LifeKendra Adachi and Ashley Hales talk about laundry as an act of love, vulnerability and messiness, and how we connect the dots between the meaning behind chores and the task itself. Listen in to get some genius tips on finding out what matters most to you.LinksKendra's book: The Lazy Genius WayFollow Kendra on InstagramKendra's podcast: The Lazy GeniusCheck out last week's episode, The Laundry Episode.Next StepsAs a small next step, find what...
2021-07-1938 min
Party's Over: Post Grad PodcastEp. 81: Full Time Food Truck with Cheese LouiseEver want to start a business with your 3 best friends?! Well, that's exactly what Bryce and his friends did the Summer going into their Junior year of college. Bryce and his friends decided to open a grilled cheese food truck one Summer in college. Little did they know this little food truck would soon turn into 3 physical locations, 2 food trucks, and employee dozens of people!Bryce joins us on Party's Over Podcast to share with us what the journey of Cheese Louise has been like. Cheese Louise recently moved to The Old Port in Portland, Maine and h...
2021-05-2555 min
True Crimes and Weird TimesEpisode 21 - Bryce LaspisaThis week, Kim tells us about the mysterious disappearance of 20-year-old Bryce Laspisa. Bryce was supposed to be going home one night in August, and though he kept in touch with his family throughout the night the next morning he was nowhere to be found.As always, we'd love to discuss our episode with you! Jump over to Facebook or Instagram (or our shiny new discord server) after you listen in to let us know what you think!Our promo this week is from the amazing ladies at Anxious and Afraid Podcast. Join Abby and Shawna for even more true...
2021-02-0437 min
Pistons & ProseccoForget the coozie, give your guests a gift they will remember: Ryan Ashley The ArtistIt's my pleasure to introduce Ryan Ashley The Poet as the first wedding vendor interview of 2021. Ryan adds such a charming touch to your event by writing poems on a typewriter for you and your guests. Couples (or anyone) can approach Ryan during your wedding reception or rehearsal dinner, provide him with a quick backstory about their life/story or a few words that represent them, and VOILA, Ryan creates an individualized poem on the spot.Three Key Takeaways:1. The business started on accident after he wrote a poem for his girlfriend's mother...
2021-01-0528 min
A Teacher and A Crime Scene Tech Walk Into a BarPeeps MeatsTahlia delves Into the frustrating and baffling case of Bryce Laspisa. Ashley gets Into the Inspiration for The Hills Have Eyes, the Sawney Bean Clan. https://linktr.ee/ateacherandacrimescenetechBryce Laspisa https://truecrimesociety.com/2019/08/12/the-road-to-nowhere-bryce-laspisa/https://www.chillingcrimes.com/blogs/news/bryce-laspisaSawney Beanhttps://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofScotland/Sawney-Bean-Scotlands-most-famous-cannibal/ https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-21506077 https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/sawney-beans-cave https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/usbiography/b/alexanderbean.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSX9unLd62Q
2020-10-261h 02
Shame On UsSplitting Up, Pour Me a CupHey there Exes, this week we’re talking about breakups! We have the incredible and iconic Ashley Simpkins (@ashley_simpkins) here to share the highs and extreme lows of splitting up. So sit back, relax and pour yourself a fireball shot because it’s about to get real. Ashley takes us back to the worst breakup of her life- and let's just say her ex paid for it. We discuss the pros and cons of getting under someone to get over someone, loneliness, and our love/hate relationship with social media. Ashley gives advice to her past self and has a...
2020-10-2657 min
The Cartographers62: Michael Wear on How to Best Engage Politically NowIn this conversation with Michael Wear, we talk about how we can actually have hope as Christians as we engage politically. He provides us with some frameworks about voting, and helps us think Christianly about how we might engage profitably in the public sphere. Don’t miss it!Share far and wide! Make sure you listen to last week’s episode with Kaitlyn Schiess, too.Join us for Season 4 as we consider hot-button issues alive and well in our world today: Living Faithfully in an Upside-Down World.LINKSMich...
2020-10-1650 min
Casa de ArteThe Neighborhood: Participating in Politics with Bryce PagePolitics is something we are all apart of whether we like it or not. In this refreshingly informative episode our dear friend and favorite political commentator, Bryce Page guides us through 2020 politics, how social media is the worst, and how to disagree with those we love.Show Notes:Kara Swisher - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhuAmmyd9GMThe 5th Risk - https://www.amazon.com/Fifth-Risk-Michael-Lewis/dp/1324002646Bryce Recommends:Podcasts - The Daily - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-daily/id1200361736The Argument - https...
2020-08-0438 minPistons & ProseccoInterview with one of Jack's 47 clients: Ashley YorkAshley offered to jump on the podcast to give the client perspective when planning a wedding, and I'm sure glad she did!She is holding her wedding at The Barn at Honeysuckle Hill.Three Key Takeaways:1. All inclusive venues can be great if you're all about convenience, but you lose the ability to choose all of your own vendors.2. Finding vendors that can execute your vision is key when planning a wedding.3. Planning a wedding from afar might take 2-3 trips in order to complete all the vendor interviews, samplings, and...
2020-07-2831 min
Two Weirdos One PodcastEpisode 16: Where is Bryce Laspisa?Welcome back to our 4th Monthaversary episode, that we came very unprepared for! Typically we bring you a full length story and a short story, but we dropped the ball this week guys. But don't worry! We will be making up for it in episode 17 :) This week Ashley talked about the mysterious disappearance of Bryce Laspisa. There are a strange series of events that happened before he went missing and some wild theories. Tune in and come up with a theory for yourself because as of now, no one knows what happened to Bryce.
2020-06-1743 min
The Cartographers46: Meredith McDaniel on Finding God's Steadfastness NowHow do we live when circumstances are wonderful or when we’re in the middle of anxiety and fear? Meredith McDaniel, author of In Want + Plenty and invites us into spiritual practices to sustain our weariness, increase our vulnerability, be a real community, and see the provision of God.LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS, GOOGLE PODCASTS and MEGAPHONE.FM or your favorite podcast-listening app. LINKSMeredith’s site: https://www.meredithmcdaniel.com/Her book, In Want + Plenty: https://amzn.to/3adGyrBMorning pages, an idea from Julia Came...
2020-04-1632 min
The Cartographers43: Karla Reed on Generosity, Spending, and Creativity during a PandemicJoin us for this special bonus episode with Karla Reed, a style influencer on Instagram and a Christian. We're not economists (at all!) but we talk about all the confusion about how to think about our spending during the current pandemic. Do we support local businesses? Do we go on a spending freeze? How do we use our money in wise and generous ways when the future is uncertain? Listen in to Karla’s pathways towards generosity and her own rooting practices.Karla Reed uses Instagram to educate women on sustainable fashion, help women be creative with wh...
2020-03-3032 min
The Cartographers40: Lent with Lore: On Fasting + FeastingJoin us for a special series in the month of March on Lenten practices with Lore Ferguson Wilbert — this week’s is on rhythms of fasting and feasting.Lore is a writer, thinker, learner, and author of Handle With Care. She writes for She Reads Truth, Christianity Today, Lifeway, and more, as well as her own site, Sayable.net. You can find her on social media @lorewilbert. She has a husband named Nate, a puppy named Harper Nelle, and too many books to read in one lifetime.LINKSLore...
2020-03-1228 min
The Cartographers34: Suburban Bootcamp: Suburban Secularism + How to Develop a Gospel IdentityFor three weeks, our Suburban Bootcamp helps you take the big ideas of secularism and connect the dots to your everyday, holy life. How do we live ordinary lives well in a secular age? Here’s some practical places to start.Bryce Hales (church planter at Resurrection Orange County) and Ashley Hales talk about freedom and secularism, how social media changes us, and how secularism affects those of us who live in suburbs and live rather ordinary lives. We talk about secularism of the right, give you some resources, and help you connect the dots between secularism an...
2020-01-3034 min
The Cartographers33: Suburban Bootcamp: Suburban Secularism + Building ResilienceFor three weeks, our Suburban Bootcamp helps you take the big ideas of secularism and connect the dots to your everyday, holy life. How do we live ordinary lives well in a secular age? Here’s some practical places to start.Bryce Hales (church planter at Resurrection Orange County) and Ashley Hales talk about freedom and secularism, how social media changes us, and how secularism affects those of us who live in suburbs and live rather ordinary lives. We talk about secularism of the right, give you some resources, and help you connect the dots between secularism an...
2020-01-2330 min
The Cartographers32: Suburban Bootcamp: Suburban Secularism in a Digital AgeFor the month of January, our Suburban Bootcamp helps you take the big ideas of secularism and connect the dots to your everyday, holy life. How do we live ordinary lives well in a secular age? Here’s some practical places to start.Bryce Hales (church planter at Resurrection Orange County) and Ashley Hales talk about freedom and secularism, how social media changes us, and how secularism affects those of us who live in suburbs and live rather ordinary lives. We talk about secularism of the right, give you some resources, and help you connect the dots be...
2020-01-1629 min
The Cartographers30: Advent with Jen Pollock Michel: Follow the FoodWe’re busy and yet we want to connect with God. Listen in to these four weeks of short conversations that you can listen to in the midst of your real life with Ashley Hales and Jen Pollock Michel. We talk about the reality of December with busy schedules and messy pine needles and how to meet God in the real instead of the ideal.Listen in wherever you listen to podcasts!*A quick note: I wanted to let you know that we’ve changed podcast hosts. So make sure you’ve subscribed to this RSS fe...
2019-12-2326 min
The Cartographers29: Advent with Jen Pollock Michel: God's comfort and missionWe’re busy and yet we want to connect with God. Listen in to these four weeks of short conversations that you can listen to in the midst of your real life with Ashley Hales and Jen Pollock Michel. We talk about the reality of December with busy schedules and messy pine needles and how to meet God in the real instead of the ideal.Listen in wherever you listen to podcasts!*A quick note: I wanted to let you know that we’ve changed podcast hosts. So make sure you’ve subscribed to this RSS fe...
2019-12-1821 min
The Cartographers28: Advent with Jen Pollock Michel: What's the cost of your 'yes'?We’re busy and yet we want to connect with God. Listen in to these four weeks of short conversations that you can listen to in the midst of your real life with Ashley Hales and Jen Pollock Michel. We talk about the reality of December with busy schedules and messy pine needles and how to meet God in the real instead of the ideal.Listen in wherever you listen to podcasts!LINKSJen’s reflections on Advent are available to her email subscribers here.Jen’s book, Surprised by Paradox (which...
2019-12-1120 min
The Cartographers27: Advent with Jen Pollock Michel: Embrace the RealWe’re busy and yet we want to connect with God. Listen in to these four weeks of short conversations that you can listen to in the midst of your real life with Ashley Hales and Jen Pollock Michel. We talk about the reality of December with busy schedules and messy pine needles and how to meet God in the real instead of the ideal.LINKSJen’s reflections on Advent are available to her email subscribers here.Jen’s book, Surprised by Paradox (which has a section on the incarnation).Ashley...
2019-12-0421 min
The Cartographers26: On Place: Where do we go from here?After three great episodes on how our places shape our loves and what we do about it as believers, Ashley Hales and Brandon J. O’Brien give listeners a road map for what to do next. We invite you into a thicker discussion about faith and culture here at the Finding Holy Podcast.LINKSWin a free book here: aahales.com/giveawayAshley’s book: amzn.to/2OdABDiBrandon’s book: amzn.to/2DcVqskJose’s book: amzn.to/2QH0NIeSHAREEven with different places an...
2019-12-0132 min
The Cartographers18: Aubrey Sampson on Developing the Language and Faith to LamentWe talk about pain, suffering and lament and where to find hope in this episode with Aubrey Sampson. If you feel like you’re praying to the ceiling fan or can’t find God, then this episode is for you. This is a rich conversation that will help you develop a vocabulary for pain and lament. If you’ve lost someone, are disappointed, have chronic pain, or know someone who does, please have a listen.Aubrey is a church planter and the director of discipleship and equipping at Renewal Church, the author of The Louder Song and Overco...
2019-10-0230 min
Inspired ProficiencyFree Voluntary Reading with A.C. QuinteroWelcome to Inspired Proficiency and thank you for joining us for episode 6 of season 3. As always, please tweet any takeaways and inspirations to #inspiredproficiency. Download the episode here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/inspiredproficiency/IPe6.mp3or listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts here or find it wherever you listen to podcasts! On this episode Ashley chats with author A.C. Quintero who is offering a giveaway to Inspired Proficiency listeners! Enter to win a trilogy from author A.C. Quintero by tweeting! Listen for details! Ashley starts the episode with information about a...
2019-04-1600 min
Demon TrashDTP #32: Three Broke Girls ft. Ashley @atxbrokegirlsHey lil trashlings! This week Avery is attacked by WebMD, Carol has a creepy hobby, and treasured ATX food blogger, Ashley aka @atxbrokegirls joins the gang to talk munchies and spill the tea. Follow Ashley on Instagram @atxbrokegirls
2019-04-031h 20
The Cartographers10: Suburban bootcamp: Hospitality for Busy PeopleOn this second edition of a “Suburban Bootcamp,” Bryce and Ashley Hales talk together about how the gospel reorients our relationships vertically with God and horizontally with others. So how do we make the mental shift from the allure of convenience to moving outwards towards others? Hospitality flows from God who has made room for us — seen most clearly in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Ashley posed a few helpful diagnostic questions as we think about hospitality and making room:SOME QUESTIONSWhere am I making room in my time?
2019-01-2218 min
The Cartographers9: Suburban BootcampIt’s 2019! Welcome back to The Finding Holy Podcast, where we connect the dots between the things that matter and your everyday, holy life. Before we kick off season 2, we’re going to have a three-week interlude. During these three weeks, I sit down with my husband and pastor, Bryce Hales, and we host a little suburban boot camp. It’s short. It’s sweet and it will give you some concrete action to take. This first session we talk about the allure of convenience and how consumerism has infiltrated the church. Listen in for a sh...
2019-01-1517 min
The Cartographers8: Sam Wheatley on the spirituality of parking in New York CityMy guest this week is Rev. Sam Wheatley, who we met when he was our pastor in Salt Lake city, UT. Whereas we’ve moved on to church planting in the SoCal suburbs, Sam and his wife Kate have moved back to NYC. Sam is the Executive Pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church Downtown. He and his wife, Kate, have three grown children. Places form our loves. They also form our habits. I’d noticed how Sam was chronicling his new life in NYC on Instagram and how moving the car had become a spiritual space for contemplation and exploration. I wa...
2018-12-1829 min