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Are Your Parents Proud Of You?Deana's Home Is With The CornMatt chats with actor and playwright; Deana Velandra. They talk about sketch comedy, funny corn, and Deana's work on her play; We Should Kill Him2024-09-0643 min
A Time For EverythingComing Out at Conservative Christian College w/ Riley WilsonOn this week's episode, Riley talks about his spiritual journey, as well as his coming out story. Specifically, we talk about what it's like to come out as gay while attending a conservative Christian college. As the enneagram 4s we are, we have a candid conversation about dating, sex, and love.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deana-velandra/support2021-04-1148 minA Time For EverythingA Week Away- an analysis of Netflix's original Christian musical w/ Sydney and DylanOn this week's episode, I sit down with married people, Sydney and Dylan, to discuss the newest Christian jukebox musical trending on Netflix, A Week Away. (Spoilers, obviously). We discuss emotional manipulation at Christian camp, cultural appropriation, and camp romance. We also talk about the form of musicals in general, and how Kenny Ortega should probably sue the producers of this movie. Lastly, we talk about Christian media in general, and what we'd like to see from it moving forward.
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2021-04-0457 minA Time For EverythingAll Dogs Go to Heaven? w/ Maggie DickinsonOn this week's episode, I interview my friend, Maggie! We talk about Maggie's background as a non-denominational Christian, and what religion and spirituality have come to mean to her now. Maggie talks about what it was like to grow up realizing she was bisexual in a church that wasn't accepting of that identity, and how she felt pressure to save other's (dogs included) from going to hell. As an enneagram 3, Maggie now tells us what her prayer/meditation life is like.
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Support the podcast here: https://anchor.fm/deana-velandra/s...2021-03-2838 minA Time For EverythingBeing Queer, Asian, #progressiveChristian, and Enneagram 4 w/ Joy PortingaThis week's joyful episode involves me asking Joy (she/her) about her experience with her Christian fellowship, Intervarsity. Joy takes us through her journey of being a progressive Christian, and the intersections of being bisexual and Asian within that space. I ask Joy some questions about being a worship leader, and what emotional manipulation can look like in church. Also, Joy and I bond over both being enneagram 4w3s, touching on topics like gatekeeping, being introverted, and jealousy.
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Make a s...2021-03-2152 minA Time For EverythingWhat is Universalist Unitarianism? w/ Finn! (from Canada!)This week I got to interview Finn (they/them) about what it's like to be a Universalist Unitarian (UU) in Canada. Finn tells me about the many ceremonies involved in Universalist Unitarianism, including water communion, bridging ceremonies, and angel wash. Then, Finn explains why UU is not an apolitical religion, and we discuss political differences between the US and Canada. Finn also talks about what it's like to be trans in a UU community, and gives us a brief overview of sex education and anti-racism* work within UU. Lastly, I ask about worship services, prayer, and misconceptions about UU. 2021-03-1455 minA Time For EverythingAsk Pastor Kate! w/ Pastor Kate Van ValkenburgThis week I ask Pastor Kate some pastor-y questions! Kate is an ordained ELCA pastor who, like me, graduated from Hope College. In this episode, I demand that Pastor Kate tell us why the young people don't come to church anymore!!! Kate explains how she's making church cool again. Then, we discuss what it's like to be a pastor during such politically divisive times.
In the second half, we really get in the theological weeds and talk about Heaven and Hell. Who's in? Who's out? We also discuss evangelism, total depravity, and what it means to be a...2021-03-071h 03A Time For EverythingProgressive Catholicism w/ Anna JonesThis week on the podcast I talk with Anna Jones! We discuss all things Catholicism-- What is a radical traditionalist? Why don't some people consider Joe Biden to be a "real Catholic"? We also have a chance to discuss the theological differences surrounding communion, purgatory, and rapture theology. Later, I ask about women in leadership and same sex relationships in the Catholic tradition. Finally, a little bit more about lent.
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Leave a 5 star rating and a review on a...2021-02-2859 minA Time For EverythingMusic, Marketing, and Ministry! w/ Darrell Dennis IIOn this week's episode, I interview my old friend Darrell (he/him). Darrell and I talk about the denomination we both grew up in: the ELCA. We talk about young people in the church-- specifically about ELCA National Youth Gathering. We also discuss the Christian music industry and the cultural divide between the "sacred" and the "secular." Because it's now Lent, we say what we want to do for Lent this year. Lastly, I tell Darrell what enneagram type I think he is, and then we deep dive into the difference between 7s and 2s.
Subscribe to D...2021-02-2159 minA Time For EverythingAll About Therapy! w/ therapist, Lindsay HallIn episode three of A Time For Everything, I am interviewing a therapist and asking YOUR questions about therapy! (And also whatever other questions I feel like). I ask Lindsay (she/her) a little bit about being a "casual Catholic," and about the intersection of faith and therapy. Then we address all the questions. How do I start looking for a therapist? What should I do if I can't afford therapy? What can I expect to happen once I do find a therapist? What are the red flags to look for in therapy? Why don't therapists talk about themselves...2021-02-141h 14A Time For EverythingBeing a Missionary Kid, the Infodemic, and Conspiracy Theories w/ Mikayla ContrerasFollow on instagram: @atimeforeverythingpod
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This week I get to interview my best friend! Mikayla (she/her) and I talk about spiritual practices and of course, enneagram. We discuss what it was like to grow up with parents who were missionaries. Later, we talk about the Infodemic, specifically in terms of how she sees the issue as a librarian. Towards the end we discuss how people get roped into believing in conspiracy theories.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and a rev...2021-02-071h 10A Time For EverythingHistory, Christian Nationalism, & God's Plan w/ Megan ClarkIn the very first episode of A Time For Everything, your host, Deana Velandra, interviews history and English teacher, Megan Clark (she/her). We discuss growing up in the Reformed Church of America, being an enneagram 8, and what it means to be told you're "unladylike." Later, we talk about the rise of Christian nationalism, what it means have historical empathy, and the use of the phrase "God's plan."
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The theme music for this podcast was composed by Maxwell Lam...2021-01-3143 minA Time For EverythingIntroducing: A Time For Everything with Deana VelandraFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atimeforeverythingpod/
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The theme music for this podcast was composed by Maxwell Lam.
The cover art for this podcast was designed by Theo Zucker. https://www.instagram.com/theodorable_art/
I can't wait to start this journey with all of you. Tune in next week, January 31, 2021, for the very first episode of A Time For Everything with Deana Velandra. God bless.
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I'll Say Itevermore (!!!) debrief + interview with the CEO of socially distanced dating!PSA- Taylor Swift has shocked the world for the second time in 2020. Listen for Rach & Liv's thoughts (and conspiracy theories) on the new album EVERMORE (#champagneproblems)! Next, we dive into our FIRST interview all about the socially distanced dating scene with Chicagoian twenty-something Deana Velandra! Deana spent the summer going on several socially-distanced dates in the park or on the lake (even two in one day!) and is ready to share her experience on the pod. We talk Hinge, initiating the "exclusive" talk, relationships during holiday COVID edition, and creative matchmakers in Chicago (you HAVE to do this on your...2020-12-141h 02