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Hear It From MePádraig Ó TuamaPoet and theologian, Pádraig Ó Tuama’s work centers around themes of language, power, conflict and religion. Working fluently on the page and in public, he is a compelling poet and skilled speaker, teacher and group worker. He presents Poetry Unbound with On Being Studios. From 2014-2019 he was the leader of the Corrymeela Community, Ireland’s oldest peace and reconciliation community. With undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in theology, multiple professional qualifications in conflict mediation (specializing in groups), he also holds a PhD (Poetry & Theology) from the University of Glasgow. For the Autumn terms of 2024-28, he is a visitin...
2025-12-0842 minHear It From MeDaniel Henderson #2With a 40 year career in teaching history and religion, Daniel Henderson has the grounding of being a life-long mid-westerner, and having traveled extensively. Dan has a passion for history and historic sites. He has published a personal story of his own faith journey called, "Confessions of a Recovering Evangelical."On this episode Dale talks to Dan about his leaving evangelical Christianity and the Christian Nationalism behind it's impending implosion.https://www.danhendersonauthor.com/
2025-11-2552 minHear It From MeKim BelewKim Belew is a multifaceted artist and spiritual leader whose powerful message of healing and empowerment resonates deeply with audiences nationwide. A musician, speaker, and survivor, Kim's journey is a testament to the transformative power of self- discovery. After a profound awakening inspired by The Four Agreements, Kim channeled her healing into creating music and inspirational talks. Her courageous work includes a TEDx talk detailing her experience as a child sex trafficking survivor, a testament to her commitment to breaking the silence around this issue. As the Spiritual Leader of New Thought Unity...
2025-11-1637 minHear It From MeNV GayWith an immense focus on empowering and uplifting marginalized communities; photographer, digital artist, educator, public speaker, and author of The Queer Allies Bible, NV Gay of Mx. Gay’s Creative Direction draws inspiration through their life experiences as a transgender individual. Their work explores topics of the human condition bolstered by the words and lived experiences of NV’s subjects. With intent on treasuring individualistic self-expression, NV exposes the raw wounds of prejudice and abuse, while advocating for the inherent beauty in being human.Pronouns (They/She)Based in Columbus, Ohiowww.mxgay.org
2025-10-3155 minHear It From MeDaniel HendersonWith a 40 year career in teaching history and religion, Daniel Henderson has the grounding of being a life-long mid-westerner, and having traveled extensively. Dan has a passion for history and historic sites. He has published a personal story of his own faith journey called, "Confessions of a Recovering Evangelical."On this episode Dale talks to Dan about his book "The Spiritual Journey to Anti-Racism: A Travel Guide for White People." Dan discusses the white supremist script that is handed down and runs in the background of our society.https://www.danhendersonauthor.com/
2025-10-2459 minHear It From MeDavid Hayward aka the NakedPastorDavid Hayward and his wife Lisa live near Saint John, NB, Canada, and they have three grown children. He has a B.A. in Bible and Theology, a Masters in Theological Studies in New Testament, and a Diploma of Ministry. He was ordained to the ministry and served local churches… teaching and providing pastoral care for about 30 years.• He left the ministry in 2010. People suggest he's now an “online pastor”… a pastor to the pastor-less. He does love helping people find their own way on their own spiritual growth journeys. This means he is an LGBTQ ally, a feminist, an...
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2025-07-2916 minHear It From MeNico LangNico Lang (they/them) is a nonbinary award-winning journalist with over a decade of experience covering the transgender community’s fight for equality. Their work has appeared in major publications, including Rolling Stone, Esquire, The New York Times, Vox, The Wall Street Journal, Salon, Harper’s Bazaar, Time, The Washington Post, and the Los Angeles Times. Lang is the creator of Queer News Daily and previously served as the deputy editor for Out magazine, the news editor for Them, the LGBTQ+ correspondent for VICE, and the editor and cofounder of the literary journal In Our Words. Their indu...
2025-03-1151 minHear It From MeRon ClemonsRon Clemens is retired after a 42 year career in Social Work and Education. He filled a variety of positions from direct service to Administrative and Executive. He also taught at the University of Cincinnati for 27 years. He navigated all of those spaces as an out Black, Gay man at a time when the world was even less friendly to us as currently.While he has retired professionally, he continues to be active in the Queer Community. His current involvements include Board membership with the Buckeye Flame, Caracole’s Program Committee and Program Chair with Cincinnati Black Pride. He...
2025-03-1151 minHear It From MeThomas OordThomas Jay Oord, Ph.D., is a theologian, philosopher, and scholar of multi-disciplinary studies. Oord directs the Center for Open and Relational Theology and doctoral students at Northwind Theological Seminary. He is an award-winning author and has written or edited more than thirty books. A gifted speaker, Oord lectures at universities, conferences, churches, and institutions. He is known for his contributions to research on love, science and religion, open and relational theology, the problem of suffering, and advocacy for the full inclusion of queer people. Website: thomasjayoord.com
2025-03-1144 minHear It From MeDerek WebbDerek Webb takes listeners on a journey through his thought-provoking musings about the nature of faith, doubt, and the significance of Jesus in our lives.“My general creative ethic tends to be, ‘what I need and cannot find, I make.’“I’ve always liked to say, the word “Christian," when applied to anything other than a human being, is a marketing term."After 10 years in the Christian folk rock band Caedmon’s Call, 20 more years of solo albums (the majority of which were heavily preoccupied with God & Jesus, heaven & the Bible), it’s only now, as he...
2025-03-111h 01Hear It From MeJim ObergefellJim Obergefell, the named plaintiff from the landmark US Supreme Court marriage equality case Obergefell v. Hodges, is a speaker on LGBTQ+ equality and civil rights represented by Keppler Speakers. He co-founded Equality Vines, the first cause-based wine label, to support equality organizations with premium wines. Jim is also a Producer on the JustMarried Project, consisting of an eight-episode documentary series, podcast series, and coffee table book.Jim is a board member of Family Equality and Equality Sandusky, and he sits on advisory boards for the GLBT Historical Society and Mattachine Society of Washington, DC. He...
2025-03-1143 minHear It From MeCherie Cooper-DarraghCherie Cooper-Darragh has a love of the arts that led her to a lifelong love of theatre. She has directed high school, college, and community theatre in southwest Ohio for twenty years. Her work as as a director and performer has won DayTony and Orchid awards. She enjoys acting, singing, watercolor painting, jewelry making, and writing. Her latest endeavor was as playwright and performer in the Bare Boards Theatre production of The Reindeer Games.
2025-03-1148 minHear It From MeCathy StuderCathy Studer is the award-winning author of Broken to Beautifully Whole, and a mental health advocate, child abuse prevention advocate, and speaker.
As an advocate and speaker, she is passionate about helping children and adults unlock, cultivate, and reach their full potentials by developing stronger mental and emotional health.
She lives in Oho with her husband and their yellow lab, Levi. Cathy Loves spending time with her two adult children and grand dogs.
You can find her in these places:
Website: www.cathystuder.com
Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/cathystuder4/
Linkedin; https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathy-studer-73a6b7198/
Instagram; https...
2024-05-061h 02Hear It From MeJohn-Michael LanderJohn-Michael Lander is a former Olympic diving contender and sexual abuse survivor.
As a 14-year-old Olympic-bound athlete, the adults entrusted in John-Michael’s training groomed and trafficked him into silence. Through writing, speaking, and consulting, he helps individuals and organizations identify the Predatory Grooming Trifecta©.
John-Michael is a certified Trainer and Life Coach for the Self-Talk Institute and helps people realize that by “Changing their Self-Talk, they can change their programming. Changing their programming, they can change their lives.” How our choices affect, direct, program us, and influence everything we say and do.
He is th...
2024-05-0355 minHear It From MeDale on the United Methodist Church (Part 2)In this episode, the tables are turned as Dale is interviewed by John-Michael Lander about his experiences in the United Methodist Church.
Visit Dale's website at DaleLykins.com and subscribe to his blog, The Unlearning Blog.
2024-05-0327 minHear It From MeDale on Abuse (Part 1)In this episode, the tables are turned as Dale is interviewed by John-Michael Lander about his childhood experiences surrounding abuse.
Visit Dale's website at DaleLykins.com and subscribe to his blog, The Unlearning Blog.
2024-05-0349 minHear It From MeDale on Marriage (Part 3)In this episode, the tables are turned as Dale is interviewed by John-Michael Lander about his Mixed Orientation Marriage.
Visit Dale's website at DaleLykins.com and subscribe to his blog, The Unlearning Blog.
2024-05-0338 minHear It From MeGigi KilroeGigi earned her BS in Early Childhood Education, MS in Exceptional Persons, and Special Education Supervisory Certification from Bloomsburg University. She retired from a career of 32 years in the field of special education: the first 9 years as a special education teacher, and the remaining as a special education supervisor with BLaST Intermediate Unit 17. Working with students with special needs was her passion.
Once a victim who has emerged a strong survivor, now Gigi’s passion is to share her journey of healing and, more importantly, her message of hope, to survivors of all ages.
Gigi ha...
2024-05-0354 minHear It From MeJohn Callas
John Callas is a veteran filmmaker with over 40 years of experience. He's worked on everything from feature films like "No Solicitors" to trailers for blockbusters like "Spaceballs" and "Glengarry Glen Ross." He's also directed commercials for major brands like Kellogg's and McDonalds, and even worked on the title sequence for "A Few Good Men."
John has also been recognized for his work with awards like an Emmy nomination for his television series "Bobby's World" and an MTV Award for Best Concept for a Glenn Frey music video. He's a member of the Directors Guild of...
2024-05-0349 min
Main Street TVMain Street TV: The Open Table + Morning NewsJoin us this morning as Dale Lykins joins us to talk about The Open Table. The Open Table is a community where someone can explore faith, but not as part of an organized religion. The Open Table believes the radical love expressed in the life of Jesus and other spiritual guides should extend to everyone.
Later, Pete will join us to talk about this weeks news.
2024-03-141h 01Hear It From MeCaleb DavidCreating space for people to be seen, heard and known makes Caleb David come alive. His love for the Front Range community, partnership, and connecting with people has helped Caleb to become one of the leading brokers in the Colorado Springs market. He provides reliable expertise in office, medical, retail, industrial and land markets. As an investor and owner of commercial real estate himself, Caleb brings a unique perspective and solid advice to his local, national and international clients.
With almost 20 years in the non-profit sector, Caleb’s desire is to use his platform and resources to bring awareness to so...
2023-10-1639 minHear It From MeAnnie KingAnnie is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Chillicothe Ohio. She is married to Kurt, a retired pastor, and they have 4 amazing adult children. Annie spent over 30 years in ministry as a pastor’s wife. She grew up in church, was active in campus ministry in college and became a pastor’s wife at age 20. She is in the middle of her deconstruction journey. Her journey began over 20 years ago, as her children grew and changed, she noticed she was changing with them. Her husband’s retirement has afforded her some space and freedom to explore her faith. She has been w...
2023-10-1647 minHear It From MeMidge NobleMidge Noble is an online resiliency coach, podcaster, author, and speaker. She has published two children’s books, SHEBA, Home Is Where Your Heart Is, and ICE CUBE AWARD, Learning To Be Cool Under Pressure. Her memoir, Gay with God, Reclaiming My Faith, Honoring My Story has just been released! Her podcast, GAY with GOD! can be found wherever you stream your podcasts.
Midge specializes in helping her LGBTQIA+ community in their coming out and faith journeys. Her main focus is to stop gay suicides by educating people wounded by the church that they can be in relationship with the Go...
2023-10-1647 minHear It From MeJessica RiveraPossessing a voice praised by the Cleveland Plain Dealer for its “ravishing fullness,” GRAMMY® Award-winning soprano Jessica Rivera “has established herself as a singer of uncommon vocal luster and musical intelligence” (San Francisco Classical Review). The dimension and spirituality with which she infuses her performances on international concert and opera stages has garnered Jessica unique artistic collaborations with many of today’s most celebrated composers.
Jessica’s extensive discography includes releases on the Deutsche Grammophon, Nonesuch, Naxos, Telarc, Urtext, VIA Records, Opus Arte, CSO Resound, and ASO Media labels. Her performance of John Harbison’s Requiem with the Nashville Symphony and Chorus unde...
2023-10-161h 00Hear It From MeTeri MilesFollowing a 40+ year career as a product manager and director in the insurance industry, Teri Miles has devoted her life to LGTBQ+ advocacy, particularly with trans adults under the age of 24. Teri started the MIF Foundation to provide resource support for that group.
Teri also served as adjunct instructor at the University of Wisconsin system in their Health Promotion major for nine years, coached age group swimming and high school cross-country, and served as a coach and mentor with each of her previous employers.
In her life, Teri has competed in Olympic pre-trial swimming events, created 3 major trademarked risk management...
2023-10-161h 01Hear It From MeWillie Carver, Part 2This is Part 2 of a two-part discussion with Willie Edward Taylor Carver Jr. Willis is an advocate, Kentucky Teacher of the Year, and the author of a collection of narrative poetry about his childhood growing up queer in Appalachia, Gay Poems for Red States (University Press of Kentucky), recently named a BookRiot Best Book of 2023. His work exists at the intersection of queer identity, Appalachian identity, and the politics of innocence.
Willie is a candidate for the MFA in poetry at the University of Kentucky. He publishes and presents on the subjects of education, marginalization, and identity, and his story...
2023-10-1626 minHear It From MeWillie Carver, Part 1This is Part 1 of a two-part discussion with Willie Edward Taylor Carver Jr. Willie is an advocate, Kentucky Teacher of the Year, and the author of a collection of narrative poetry about his childhood growing up queer in Appalachia, Gay Poems for Red States (University Press of Kentucky), recently named a BookRiot Best Book of 2023. His work exists at the intersection of queer identity, Appalachian identity, and the politics of innocence.
Willie is a candidate for the MFA in poetry at the University of Kentucky. He publishes and presents on the subjects of education, marginalization, and identity, and his story...
2023-10-1645 min
Give Yourself Some Leeway: Burnout Recovery for High Achievers#88 Dale Lykins: Leading & Living From Your Core Values, Beliefs and Overcoming Past Traumas That Are Holding You Back
In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Dale Lykins to delve deep into the significance of Leading & Living From Your Core Values, Beliefs and Overcoming Past Traumas That Are Holding You Back.
After 30 years in a career leading large church organizations, Dale became aware that the corporate culture wasn't aligned with his values any longer.
He left that vocation and set out to start his own path.
During that time Dale also realized how much he didn't trust himself.
He was worried he was upsetting people and that was debilitating.
2023-10-1654 minHear It From MeImran MalikImran Malik is a community leader and bridge builder, and a staunch believer and empathetic deliverer of service to others. Imran has Subject Matter Expertise in the Technology, Engineering and Business Development Industries with functional expertise in Program, Project, Product & Project Management. He has served on various community organization boars in the Columbus region, including being a founding member of Safe Alliance of Interfaith Leaders (SAIL) of Northwest Columbus, where he and Dale first met. Imran lives in Dublin, Ohio, with his wife and three children.
2023-04-2442 minHear It From MeAusten HartkeAusten Hartke is the author of Transforming: The Bible and the Lives of Transgender Christians, a book on theology and personal narratives published by Westminster John Knox Press, now in its second edition. He is also the founder and Executive Director of Transmission Ministry Collective, an online community dedicated to the spiritual care, faith formation, and leadership potential of transgender and gender-expansive Christians. Austen is a graduate of Luther Seminary’s Master of Arts program in Old Testament/Hebrew Bible Studies. As a transgender person of faith, Austen's greatest passion is helping other trans and gender-expansive people see themselves in sc...
2023-04-2441 minHear It From MeSuzanne GoebelDr. Suzanne Goebel is a seasoned professional with a number of business skills. For over 20 years she has served many private and government organizations with major skills such as data design, business intelligence, executive coaching and project management. Currently she is a consultant with the State of Wisconsin, Children and Family Services. She is also a certified professional executive coach serving such organizations as Aflac, Anthem and multiple ministry organizations. As a coach she has also created Biblically based coach training which has been delivered to over 200 pastors in key denominations. Among those are Southern Baptists, United Methodists of Western...
2023-04-2445 minHear It From MeTrey PearsonWith his band Everyday Sunday, Trey Pearson has sold hundreds of thousands of records, and amassed millions of streams. He has scored 5 #1 U.S. singles and 20 Top 10 hits. His song “Wake Up! Wake Up!” earned most-played Christian rock song of the year , and “Best Night of Our Lives,” broke onto the coveted Billboard 200 chart. Pearson has toured in all 50 states and 20 countries.
Recently, Trey Pearson, the founder, and owner of Everyday Sunday has come out of the closet to make national news. His announcement started a national conversation with a television appearance on The View. Trey has been covered by The New...
2023-04-2445 minHear It From MeSteve HarperDr. Steve Harper is a retired Elder in the Florida Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church. Over the years, his ministry has taken multiple forms: youth minister, evangelist, pastor, parachurch ministry founder, church agency staff member, theological educator, and seminary administrator. in these roles he has preached and taught in churches, conferences, retreats and other settings in The United States and other countries. The bulk of his ministry has been in theological education, where he served for thirty-two years as a professor, dean, and vice president.
He received his PhD in 1981 from Duke University in Historical Theology with a...
2023-04-2443 minHear It From MeRenée GustinRenée Gustin is a speech language pathologist at UC Health within the Department of Otolaryngology, with a specialty in the treatment of professional and performance voice. Renée is a South Florida native. She attended the University of Florida for her bachelor’s degree and the University of Arizona for her masters in speech language pathology. She completed her clinical fellowship at the Vegas Voice Institute in Las Vegas, NV, where she had the opportunity to treat professional singers and cultivate a passion for the treatment of transgender voice. Renée is a classically trained singer; she sang with Unive...
2023-04-2338 min
Belief BustersIs There Room at the Spiritual Table for You? Part 2Now for the conclusion of this conversation: Ever wanted to talk about the religious abuse you have experienced? Well on this episode of Belief Busters Dale Lykins joins us to have an authentic conversation of institutional religion, which often has nothing to do with God. Today, we give you permission to question what you were taught be church authorities and how to make peace with the past while honoring your awakening. Yes, it’s still possible to have a mystical, loving experience with the divine regardless of race, gender, creed, or sexual orientation.
Dale Lykins is a pa...
2021-10-2620 minBelief BustersIs There Room at the Spiritual Table for You? Part 1Ever wanted to talk about the religious abuse you have experienced? Well on this episode of Belief Busters Dale Lykins joins us to have an authentic conversation of institutional religion, which often has nothing to do with God. Today, we give you permission to question what you were taught be church authorities and how to make peace with the past while honoring your awakening. Yes, it’s still possible to have a mystical, loving experience with the divine regardless of race, gender, creed, or sexual orientation.
Dale Lykins is a pastor of a non-institutional church, life coach, sp...
2021-10-1221 min
The Bucket List Life - Helping You Build A Life By DesignEpisode 29 - Dale LykinsFollowing a more than 30 year career as a pastor in the United Methodist Church, Dale came to a realization: the church he had given so much to was grounded more in perpetuating the institution than actually meeting the challenges of people’s lives and questions in a modern world.In the past two years, his passion shifted toward connecting with people seeking to live an authentic, honest life, regardless of faith.WHAT DALE DOESDale’s work centers on human connection.
2021-05-1555 min
The Bucket List LifeEpisode 30: Dale LykinsFollowing a more than 30 year career as a pastor in the United Methodist Church, Dale came to a realization: the church he had given so much to was grounded more in perpetuating the institution than actually meeting the challenges of people’s lives and questions in a modern world.
In the past two years, his passion shifted toward connecting with people seeking to live an authentic, honest life, regardless of faith.
WHAT DALE DOES
Dale’s work centers on human connection.
2021-05-1555 min