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The Jenny Beth ShowRegister. Vote. Win. The Church’s Role in Saving America | Chad Connelly, Founder/CEO of Faith WinsCan the church save America? Chad Connelly, Founder and CEO of Faith Wins, joins Jenny Beth to reveal how mobilizing pastors and empowering congregations to vote biblical values is transforming elections across the country. With nearly 20,000 churches in his network, Connelly explains why engaging the faith community is the key to preserving freedom, restoring truth, and saving the republic. From voter registration drives to poll watching efforts, discover the powerful impact churches can have when they rise and lead.Listen now to learn how faith in action can shape the future of our nation.Twitter...2025-04-1631 min
Skinny Jean Gardener PodcastHow to get children gardening in the cold? ft. Jenny Snowden-HowarthThis week going us on the show is Jen from life_on_the_lot who asks how to get her 8 year old out in the allotment while its so cold outside.Olive returns answering your gardening questions form children and another parenting top tip is coming at ya!Enjoyed this episode? How about sharing the love? Give us a glowing 5-star review, share on your socials, or spread the word to a neighbour! Leave your review, and you might snag a copy of our favourite "How to Get Kids Gardening" book.Eager to...2024-12-2725 min
The Career Flipper PodcastFrom VP of Sales in manufacturing to workplace trauma coach, meet Rob ConnellyWhat can we learn from micro-pivots, those little hop, skips and cookie crumbs we take and leave on the path as we navigate our career?In this episode, we meet Rob Connelly from Charleston, South Carolina, who went from VP of Sales in the manufacturing industry to starting his own business as a workplace trauma coach. Rob’s journey started with helping turn around his cousin’s window and door business, which sparked his love for problem-solving and team development. Over the years, he’s made several micro-pivots, testing out different industries and roles, all while finding the wo...2024-10-1034 min
Discover Top Full Audiobooks in History, WorldThe Missing Thread: A Women's History of the Ancient World by Daisy DunnPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/722132 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Missing Thread: A Women's History of the Ancient World Author: Daisy Dunn Narrator: Daisy Dunn, Jenny Funnell Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 17 hours 12 minutes Release date: July 30, 2024 Genres: World Publisher's Summary: A dazzlingly ambitious history of the ancient world that places women at the center—from Cleopatra to Boudica, Sappho to Fulvia, and countless other artists, writers, leaders, and creators of history Around four thousand years ago, the mysterious Minoans sculpted statues of topless women with snakes slithering on their arms. Over one thousand years later, Sappho wrote gr...2024-07-3010 min
Book Talkbook talk for june 25 2024Book Talk for June 25 2024Dinner in Camelot: the night America's greatest scientists, writers, and scholars partied at the Kennedy White House by Joseph EspositoAccount of a dinner on April 29, 1962, hosted by President and Mrs. John F. Kennedy for Nobel laureates, writers, scientists, historians, and artists. Discusses the historical context of the dinner, notable interactions, and the many repercussions in the years following the dinner. 2018.DB91362Music and imaginationby Aaron CoplandThese six talks, originally delivered as the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures at Harvard, deal with the m...2024-06-2657 minBook Talkbook talk for april 09 2024Book Talk for April 9, 2024The Perfect Marriage by GenevaKlint HillThe Michael Bennett SeriesToo Much and Never Enoughby Mary L TrumpLive from the Battlefieldby Peter ArnetGilda Radner Hans Christian AndersonA stranger in the House Resurrection Walkby Michael ConnellyKate Shugakby Dana Stabinow DB109792The Good DreamDB118478Paper Moonby tatum O'NealFinding Stevieby Kathy Glas...2024-04-1057 minBook TalkBook Talk for March 20 2024booktalk for March 19, 2024When Character was King the story of Ronald Reaganby Peggy NoonanFormer special assistant to president Ronald Reagan asserts that his greatness lay in his character. Includes anecdotes from those who knew the president well; analyzes his career as a film star, a union representative, and a politician; and discusses the factors that influenced him. Some strong language. Bestseller. 2001.DB53364Rawhide Down the near assasination of Ronald Reaganby Del Quentin WilberChronicles the March 30, 1981, assassination attempt on seventy-year-old president Ronald Reagan by mentally...2024-03-2053 minBook Talkbook Talk for January 23 2024Book talk for January 23, 2024 The CoveBy Catherine CoulterSomeone thinks Sally Brainerd knows who murdered her father. If Sally can just get to Aunt Amabel's house in The Cove, on the Pacific coast, she knows she will be safe. But then, the man she begins to rely on for help turns out to be with the FBI. Violence, some strong language, and some descriptions of sex.DB42271 Lee and Grant a Duo biographyBy Gene Smith The ship bene...2024-02-071h 03
Jenny Karol ॐJenny Karol - Lifted Girl Power 20231 JES - Love My Way (Craig Connelly Remix)
2 Dima Blok feat. Yulua Oreshko - Save Me
3 Igor Garam - Spring Rain
4 Incredia - Change My Truth
5 Shinson - Voyage
6 VcMin - Dark Energy
7 LekSin & Yuri Melnikov - Farewell
8 Edge Of Time
9 Wavetraxx & Lyd14 - Eternal Glow
10 Daxson & XiJaro & Pitch - The Awakening Transmission Theme 2023
11 Sam Cydan - One World One Heart2023-12-161h 00
Jenny Karol ॐJenny Karol - ReBirth.The Future is Now ! 1741 Edward Artemiev - Slave Of Love (Papulin & Tonylove Mix)
2 Ahmed Helmy - Kings Future
3 Papulin & Kate Miles - Home
4 Dory Badawi & Jennifer Rene - Forever Dreamers (Claas Inc. Remix)
5 Temple One - Love Has Gone
6 Transaphonic - Beamworld
7 Jon The Dentist & Triode, Xavian - Fall For You (Xavian Remix)
8 PITTARIUS CODE & Remeya Kingston - Forever
9 Craig Connelly & Christina Novelli - Black Hole (Giuseppe Ottaviani Remix)
10 Harshil Kamdar - Coming Home
11 LR Uplift - Pandora
12 Tau-Rine featuring Alaera - In the Memory
13 Ikerya Project & Johannes Fischer - Sunrise (Trance...2023-07-071h 00
The Joys of Binge ReadingCatherine Ryan Howard – Mind-Twisting ThrillersThis week on The Joys of Binge Reading to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, a little bit of green. Irish thriller author Catherine Ryan Howard with her latest nerve shredding suspense Runtime.
It's a book that was shortlisted for the Irish Book Awards Crime Fiction Book Of The Year, and is a Top 10 Kindle Best Seller.
Hi there. I'm your host, Jenny Wheeler, and on Binge Reading today, Catherine talks about her psychological thriller about an actress cast in a horror film that begins to mirror real life.
And as well as talking about Run Time she also tells us how...2023-03-0735 min
Upfront with the Archbishop44. The Lost Discipline of FastingAre we not taking fasting seriously enough?Join Archbishop Smith and Jenny Connelly as they discuss the ancient spiritual discipline of fasting. What is fasting? Why is it such an important part of our Catholicism?This episode speaks about how restricting our bodies can help our souls flourish, the relationship between fasting and joy, fasting and spiritual warfare, alternative ways to fast during Lent and how giving things up can help us surrender to the goodness and power of God.Click here to sign up for Upfront Updates...2023-02-2131 minUpfront with the Archbishop43. Dissenting Bishops, Catholic Bureaucracy and Church UnityWhat happens when a group of bishops breaks unity with the universal church? Is the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops just another bureaucracy? Archbishop Smith was the president of the CCCB from 2011-2013 and on today’s episode our host jenny and Archbishop Smith have an in-depth conversation about conferences of bishops and how these conferences impact – for good and bad – Catholics in the Edmonton Archdiocese and all throughout the world. Main highlights of the conversation: What is the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops and why is it relevant to the local Church? Does the CCCB get tied...2023-02-1447 minUpfront with the Archbishop42. Youth Camps: An Open Conversation with Archbishop SmithYouth camps have been paused in the Archdiocese of Edmonton since 2019. What is the future of youth camp ministry in the Archdiocese? What communication issues and concerns regarding camps have arisen over the past five years – and how can we do better in the future? Join Archbishop Smith, Camp Director Fr. Marc Cramer, Camp Coordinator Mike Landry and our podcast host Jenny Connelly for a candid conversation about why youth camps closed down in the Archdiocese, the frustrations, grief and communications concerns that have been faced with the temporary closure of camps, transparency regarding the money spent on...2023-02-0750 min
Wide Open SpacesA Case Against Female Priesthood ft. Catherine RennebergWhy can’t women be priests? Will the Catholic Church, can the Catholic Church change its teaching on this topic? Join me for a discussion with Catherine Renneberg, a master’s student of theology at Newman Theological College, as she makes a case for why women will not and cannot be Catholic priests. Be sure to check out the first episode in this set of episodes, a discussion with Reverend Marie-Louise Ternier, an Anglican female priest who left the Catholic Church after 50 years over the issue of female priesthood. 2022-11-162h 12Wide Open SpacesWhy I Became A Female Priest ft. Former Catholic and Anglican Priest Marie-Louise TernierCan - and should - women be priests? What is the experience of a woman who has been ordained outside of the Catholic Church? Reverend Marie-Louise Ternier - who, as a woman, is an ordained priest within the Anglican Church of Canada. Reverend Marie-Louise was born and raised Catholic but - through an extensive journey - left Catholicism and joined the Anglican Church of Canada in 2016, due to the Catholic teaching on female ordination. In this episode we have a dialogue between her perspective as a former Catholic and Anglican priest and my perspective as a Catholic wo...2022-11-011h 49Wide Open SpacesChristian Sex Education ft. Sisters Hannah Chartier and Jenny ConnellyWhat are the highs and lows of our sex education experience? How can parents talk about sex with their kids in a way that doesn’t lead to awkward, irreverent associations with sex?Join my sister Hannah and I as we have an open discussion about her work in sex education, the harms of over-spiritualizing sex education between parents and kids, when and how it is helpful to bring theology into sex education, our own highs and lows of how we were educated on sex in our formative years. We both grew up in a big...2022-10-2539 minWide Open SpacesOttawa vs. Edmonton - Dialogue On The Trucker's Convoy ft. Rahil KhanWas the Trucker's Convoy really about freedom? How does growing up in the Ottawa area impact your view of big government? What does it look like to host conversations between people who disagree on pandemic politics? Join myself and Rahil Khan, a longtime Ottawa resident and co-founder of the dialogue initiative Let's Talk Ottawa, as we talk about our differing views on the Convoy and practical approaches to hosting dialogue about issues that tend to tear people apart. 2022-10-181h 13
Upfront with the Archbishop23. LIVE Audience Q&A (and 3 Points for Catholic Young Adults)Catholic Education, relations with the Eastern Orthodox, the apparent lack of a Youth Coordinator at the Archdiocese, and more where all asked during our Q&A with Archbishop Richard Smith. The first LIVE recording event started off with His Grace giving the Catholic young adults 3 points of wisdom, and then the question and answer period really tide things together in what turned into an exciting conversation.Submit your question for the Archbishop at the link below using the SpeakPipe widget:www.caedm.ca/upfrontUpfront with the Archbishop is a weekly podcast seeking to...2022-10-111h 16Wide Open SpacesBoundaries Between Adult Children And Parents ft. Tracy ConnellyHow can adult children and parents have a relationship that honors one another? Join my Mom (Tracy Connelly) and me as we have a discussion about building our own relationship after some years of struggle, appropriate boundaries between adult children and parents, how your parent's marriage impacts you, how to avoid helicopter parenting, and the importance of laughter! To support the Wide Open Spaces mission of healing division:www.patreon.com/jennyconnelly?fan_landing=trueEmail me your thoughts or critiques at: contact@wideopenspacespodcast.com2022-10-1158 minWide Open SpacesThe Trucker's Convoy And Uniting Canada Again ft. A Conservative Perspective with Dale AalbersHow do we rebuild Canadian unity after the confusion, division, and political upheaval that was underlined by the famous Trucker's Convoy? Join myself and conservative staffer Dale Aalbers for a discussion on what he saw in downtown Ottawa during the Convoy protests, the danger of getting caught in a conservative social "bubble," the importance of forgiveness in the political realm, and the divide between Western and Eastern Canada. This is Part 1 of a short series on different perspectives on the convoy. To support the Wide Open Spaces mission of healing division:www.patreon.c...2022-10-041h 11
Upfront with the Archbishop22. Revisiting a Broken Marriage with a Canon Lawyer (Part 2)LIVE Recording Event! October 5th (7pm) at Newman Theological College:https://fb.me/e/1RGCDQNqS"People are entrusting their wounds to you." That's how Fr. Philip Creurer describes his work in the tribunal, where they investigate whether or not a marriage was valid to begin with. This episode we get into specific questions around annulment, the process, and what about those very difficult cases? It makes for an enlightening second episode in our two part series.For more information on the Edmonton Tribunal see the link below:https://edmontontribunal.ca/Submit...2022-10-0450 min
Jenny Karol ॐJenny Karol & Wolmy - ReBirth.The Future is Now ! 169 September 2022Jenny Karol:
01 Nikos Geladis - Imperio (Intro Mix) [High Emotions Recordings]
02 Atti Master & Punk Jungle - Spring Rays (Original Mix)
03 Escea - Skyborn (Extended Mix)
04 HALIENE & Maratone - Make It To Tomorrow (Alexander Popov Extended Remix)
05 Tensteps feat. Jaime Deraz - Forever (Extended Mix)
06 Delerium feat. Sarah McLachlan - Silence (Chris Burke Remix)
Wolmy Balmart - Guest Mix for Jenny Karol :
01 Scot Project - Feeling Me (Shugz David Rust Remix)
02 John O'Callaghan Jennifer Rene - Games (Standerwick Remix)
03 Craig Connelly feat That Girl - Little Mystery (Extended...2022-10-011h 00
Upfront with the Archbishop21. Marriage, Divorce, & Annulment with a Canon Lawyer (Part 1)LIVE Recording Event! October 5th (7pm) at Newman Theological College:https://fb.me/e/1RGCDQNqSIs divorce a legitimate option for Catholics? In the first part of a two part series, Archbishop Smith, with our Judicial Vicar Fr. Philip Creurer, tackle the intense subjects of marriage, the declaration of nullity, and divorce. Who defines marriage? What makes a marriage valid or invalid? What is an annulment? Listen for the answers!For more information on the Edmonton Tribunal see the link below:https://edmontontribunal.ca/Submit your question for the Archbishop at...2022-09-2755 min
Upfront with the Archbishop20. Closed on Sunday: How to Sabbath"I will not treat the gifts of God as pointless".Sunday as a day of rest is no longer culturally normative, and we often treat it as a second Saturday. As Catholics, what does it mean to actually rest on the Lord's Day? Do sports count as work? What if I own a business? This week we talk about whether we need to change our behavior to better witness to how we live out our Sundays as Christians.Submit your question for the Archbishop at the link below using the SpeakPipe widget:www.caedm...2022-09-2054 min
Upfront with the Archbishop19. Why Does the Church Want My Money?How much of your income should go to the Church? It's a fairly personal and direct question, and the answer may differ depending on the tradition you come from. This week we ask Archbishop Smith what Catholic's are obligated to to give, and why?Submit your question for the Archbishop at the link below using the SpeakPipe widget:www.caedm.ca/upfrontUpfront with the Archbishop is a weekly podcast seeking to bridge the gap between the hierarchy and the faithful by discussing the beauty, truth, and challenges of our Catholic faith. The podcast...2022-09-1338 min
Upfront with the Archbishop18. Catholic Celebrities vs. Catholic SaintsWho are the voices that shape and inform your Catholic faith? Mostly contemporary speakers/celebrities, or traditional voices from the past? This week we react to the buzz around celebrity conversions, like Shia LaBeouf recently, and how much weight to give the countless voices available to us throughout the internet and Church history.Submit your question for the Archbishop at the link below using the SpeakPipe widget:www.caedm.ca/upfrontUpfront with the Archbishop is a weekly podcast seeking to bridge the gap between the hierarchy and the faithful by discussing the beauty...2022-09-0633 min
Upfront with the Archbishop17. Abortion, Lets Talk. w/ Gabrielle JohnsonAbortion is the hot topic. And even with the Church's teaching being crystal clear, it is often misrepresented. This week Jenny and Archbishop Smith are joined by Gabrielle Johnson, the Executive Director of the Alberta Life Issues Educational Society, to talk about abortion, the rhetoric around it, and what is being done locally to help women, and their babies, during a crisis pregnancy. Gabrielle Johnson is the Executive Director of the Alberta Life Issues Educational Society, a small prolife charity in Alberta. They operate the Back Porch, a pregnancy resource centre, as well as provide community education a...2022-08-2351 min
Upfront with the Archbishop16. Guitar Mass & Parish Conflict w/ Roderick Bryce (Part 2)The music played at mass can often become a lightning rod for disagreements. What instruments are most appropriate? Are hymns necessary? How do we navigate conflict? Archbishop Richard Smith is joined again by Roderick Bryce in tackling these practical questions on Sacred Music!Roderick Bryce is the Music Director at St. Joseph Basilica. Hailing from Edinburgh, Scotland, Roderick relocated to Stettler, Alberta with his family in July 2013. In Scotland he was in great demand as a baritone, teacher, vocal coach and choral director. As a singer, he is broadcast often on BBC Radio 4 and regularly sang with...2022-08-1649 min
Upfront with the Archbishop15. BONUS: Smudging and Catholic Liturgy w/ Fr. Cristino BouvetteClick here to sign up for Upfront Updates to stay in the loop on upcoming podcast events and new episodes!Very excited to share with you a special BONUS episode with Fr. Cristino Bouvette (Papal Visit Liturgical Coordinator), debriefing him on the Papal Visit liturgies. We take a deep dive into the decisions made around the Papal liturgies and the elements of indigenous inculturation that happened, like smudging and praying in the four directions. To watch the lives streams of the Papal events visit:https://www.papalvisit.ca/archival-footage/To r...2022-08-1157 min
Upfront with the Archbishop14. The Papal Visit AssessmentWe finally sit down with Archbishop Richard (William) Smith to debrief Pope Francis' historic visit, and penitential pilgrimage, to Canada. His Grace discusses the highlights and key takeaways from his insiders perspective.To watch the lives streams of the Papal events visit:https://www.papalvisit.ca/archival-footage/To read the texts of the Holy Father visit below:https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/travels/2022/outside/documents/canada-2022.htmlUpfront with the Archbishop is a weekly podcast seeking to bridge the gap between the hierarchy and the faithful by discussing the...2022-08-0949 minThe Joys of Binge ReadingLee Goldberg – Eve Ronin MysteriesLee Goldberg is a #1 New York Times best selling author whose had a remarkably durable career as author and TV producer. His latest book is Movieland, the fourth book in the Eve Ronin series. Eve is the youngest female homicide detective in the scandal plagued Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department in a series which is already optioned for TV.
Hi there, I’m your host Jenny Wheeler and in Binge Reading today Lee talks about his ambition to develop Eve into the legendary status of fictional detectives like Harry Bosch (in Michael Connelly’s the Lincoln Lawyer series) and John R...2022-08-0933 min
Upfront with the Archbishop13. The Real Richard SmithWe get to know Archbishop Richard Smith a lot more this episode as he gives us his personal testimony on how he came to the faith and his call to the priesthood.Submit your question for the Archbishop at the link below using the SpeakPipe widget:www.caedm.ca/upfrontUpfront with the Archbishop is a weekly podcast seeking to bridge the gap between the hierarchy and the faithful by discussing the beauty, truth, and challenges of our Catholic faith. The podcast features our host Jenny Connelly, as well as Archbishop Richard Smith, of...2022-07-2643 min
Upfront with the Archbishop12. A Message from our Archbishop: Engaging with the Papal VisitFor more information on how to donate or volunteer check out the website at:www.papalvisit.caLeading up to the Papal visit to Canada next week, Archbishop Richard Smith wants to let Catholics know how they can and should engage with this historic moment in the life of the Church in Canada and the country.Upfront with the Archbishop is a weekly podcast seeking to bridge the gap between the hierarchy and the faithful by discussing the beauty, truth, and challenges of our Catholic faith. The podcast features our host Jenny Connelly, as...2022-07-1927 min
Upfront with the Archbishop11. The Right Music for Mass w/ Roderick Bryce (Part 1)What music is appropriate for mass? Is there a right and a wrong to what songs and styles get played? Roderick Bryce joins us so that we can dive deep into what the Church teaches us about sacred music, and what makes it so sacred any way. In this part 1 of our discussion we get into the official teaching and principals, and it part 2 (to be released in a couple weeks) we go in to the practical questions.Roderick Bryce is the Music Director at St. Joseph Basilica. Hailing from Edinburgh, Scotland, Roderick relocated to Stettler, Alberta...2022-07-1244 min
Upfront with the Archbishop10. Vocations & Decisions: Does God Have Only One Will for My Life? w/ Fr. Marc CramerDoes God have one specific plan for my life? Or is it more like the LIFE board game where I get to choose between a few equally suitable options? Are these questions even helpful when discerning our vocation? So many questions, and this week we're joined again by Fr. Marc to help answer them!Fr. Marc Cramer has been the vocations director in the Archdiocese of Edmonton for 9 years, and currently is the pastor of St. Charles Catholic Church in Edmonton.Submit your question for the Archbishop at the link below using the SpeakPipe widget:2022-07-0538 min
Upfront with the Archbishop9. The Truth Behind Priest Moves w/ Fr. Marc CramerWhat goes into deciding when and a where a priest is moved? When can a priest move be harmful for the life of a parish? What do priests think of being moved every few years? Listen to Fr. Marc Cramer, and as always Archbishop Richard Smith, in what turned into a frank and revealing conversation about priest moves and their impact on parishes.Fr. Marc Cramer has been the vocations director in the Archdiocese of Edmonton for 9 years, and currently is the pastor of St. Charles Catholic Church in Edmonton.Submit your question for the...2022-06-2847 min
Upfront with the Archbishop8. Joy vs. Pleasure: A Catholic Perspective on AlcoholThis week we look at the Catholic approach to alcohol. We dive into the risk of drunkenness, the celebratory benefits of booze, as well as the way a particular scripture verse references the use of alcohol. At the end Archbishop Smith gets asked if we’ll ever see the chalice return for parishioners at mass!Submit your question for the Archbishop at the link below using the SpeakPipe widget:www.caedm.ca/upfrontUpfront with the Archbishop is a weekly podcast seeking to bridge the gap between the hierarchy and the faithful by discussing th...2022-06-2127 min
Upfront with the Archbishop7. Communion Line Tensions: How to Properly Receive the EucharistIs there a relationship between how we worship and what we believe? This week, (just in time for Corpus Christi!) we discuss the specifics of how we receive Holy Communion, in the hand or on the tongue, all within the broader principal of "lex orandi lex credendi". Meaning the law of what is prayed is the law of what is believed. And at the end the Archbishop answers a question on ecumenism!Submit your question for the Archbishop at the link below using the SpeakPipe widget:www.caedm.ca/upfrontUpfront with the Archbishop...2022-06-1443 min
Upfront with the Archbishop6. Return to Mass: Exploring the Sunday ObligationThis past Sunday we saw the return of the obligation to attend Sunday Mass in our Archdiocese and many others. In this episode we ask the Archbishop why now? What is the point of the obligation since we've gone without it for 2 years? And at the end of the episode Archbishop Smith answers a question about priest placements!Submit your question for the Archbishop at the link below using the SpeakPipe widget:www.caedm.ca/upfrontUpfront with the Archbishop is a weekly podcast seeking to bridge the gap between the hierarchy and the f...2022-06-0740 min
Upfront with the Archbishop5. Hope Beyond the Headlines w/ Fr. Cristino Bouvette (Part 2)In the second part of our interview with Fr. Cristino Bouvette, we discuss reactions to the news that came out of Kamloops a year ago, remaining Catholic in the midst of scandals, and hopes for the upcoming papal visit to Canada.Fr. Cristino Bouvette is a born and raised Albertan ordained for the Diocese of Calgary on June 22, 2012. He served as a seminarian and associate pastor in a number of parishes before taking up his current role as Vicar for Vocations and Young Adults in July, 2017. Since then he has helped to establish the St. Francis Xavier...2022-05-3143 min
Upfront with the Archbishop4. Residential Schools and Priesthood w/ Fr. Cristino Bouvette (Part 1)In a special two part series, we sit down with Fr. Cristino Bouvette to talk about the legacy of the Canadian residential schools, the Church's relationship with Indigenous people, and Fr. Cristino's own perspective on the past year as an Indigenous Catholic priest.Fr. Cristino Bouvette is a born and raised Albertan ordained for the Diocese of Calgary on June 22, 2012. He served as a seminarian and associate pastor in a number of parishes before taking up his current role as Vicar for Vocations and Young Adults in July, 2017. Since then he has helped to establish the St...2022-05-2445 min
Upfront with the Archbishop3. The Comeback of Catholic TraditionSubmit your question for the Archbishop at the link below using the SpeakPipe widget:www.caedm.ca/upfrontIn our second episode we talk about the increasing interest and engagement with traditional forms of Catholicism among Catholic young adults. Archbishop Smith speaks to his experience in the wake of the Second Vatican Council, his personal love for Gregorian Chant, and what a Catholic should do about a growing generational divide in the Church over liturgy.Also for more info on the Papal visit, check out:www.papalvisit.caWelcome to Upfront...2022-05-1740 min
Upfront with the Archbishop1. When Does a Bishop Speak? When Should We Listen? (Part 1)Submit your question for the Archbishop at the link below using the SpeakPipe widget:www.caedm.ca/upfrontIn our first episode we talk about the authority of a bishop. How does a bishop decide on what to talk publicly about? How should we respond to what our bishop is saying, especially when we find it difficult to accept? These questions and more are addressed in this two part episode!Welcome to Upfront with the Archbishop! A weekly podcast seeking to bridge the gap between the hierarchy and the faithful by discussing the beauty...2022-05-1027 min
Upfront with the Archbishop2. When Does a Bishop Speak? When Should We Listen? (Part 2)Submit your question for the Archbishop at the link below using the SpeakPipe widget:www.caedm.ca/upfrontIn our first episode we talk about the authority of a bishop. How does a bishop decide on what to talk publicly about? How should we respond to what our bishop is saying, especially when we find it difficult to accept? These questions and more are addressed in this two part episode!Welcome to Upfront with the Archbishop! A weekly podcast seeking to bridge the gap between the hierarchy and the faithful by discussing the beauty...2022-05-1025 minWide Open SpacesIs Canada Attacking Itself? ft. Dr. Peter MacKinnonIs Canada attacking itself? How powerful are universities in changing the trajectory of Canadian culture? Join me on Episode 47 as I speak with lawyer, award-winning author, and former President of the University of Saskatchewan Dr. Peter MacKinnon, who offers his over 50 years of experience in university education and public policy as we discuss some of the troubles that Canada is facing as a nation. We talk about the idea of “ritualistic denunciation” in university classrooms, how to have immigration that is both compassionate and open towards newcomers and considerate of national security, whether or not having...2022-05-051h 26Upfront with the ArchbishopTRAILER: Upfront with the ArchbishopSubmit your question for the Archbishop at the link below using the SpeakPipe widget:www.caedm.ca/upfrontWelcome to Upfront with the Archbishop! A weekly podcast seeking to bridge the gap between the hierarchy and the faithful by discussing the beauty, truth, and challenges of our Catholic faith.The podcast features our host Jenny Connelly, as well as Archbishop Richard Smith, of the Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton Alberta.Produced by Matthew BodnarekAlbum Art by: Sophie ChlebekWatch us on YouTube here!2022-05-0307 minWide Open SpacesIs Climate Change Activism Anti-Human? ft. Dr. Sherilee HarperJoin me for Part Two of our series on climate change, and the interaction between climate change and economics. This series is like a personal investigation, where I have sought to learn - from experts - about the science of climate change, how we know what information is scientifically sound and what information is filtered through political objectives and whether it is possible for us to care for human economic needs while also caring for our planet. Today's episode is with Dr. Sherilee Harper from the Climate Change and Global Health Research Group. We talk about whether c...2022-04-281h 28Wide Open SpacesThe Divine Feminine And The Question Of Power And Patriarchy ft. Shannon EvansMegachurch pastors. Pronouns for God. Patriarchy. A problem to be solved or a structure to be revitalized? Join me as I speak with Catholic speaker and author Shannon Evans as we dialogue about patriarchy, the divine feminine and the divine masculine, the focus on power-sharing in different Christian churches, the idea of the women as Catholic priests, the differences between Evangelical fundamentalist Christianity and the Catholic Church, how to speak to kids about God, and much more. To support the Wide Open Spaces mission of healing division for a cup of coffee:www.patreon.co...2022-04-211h 16Wide Open SpacesClimate Change Dialogue With A Microbiologist ft. Dr. Brian Lanoil (Part 1 Of Series)Ever been frustrated with how politicized climate change is? Ever realized that there are big decisions being made about the climate but you don't actually understand the science? Join me for the first episode of a 3 (or 4) part series on different perspectives on climate change and the differences between climate change science and climate change politics. I’ll be talking with Ph.D. scientists and policy experts to hear their stories and learn about the research that informs their different opinions about how serious climate change is and how we should respond to it. Tod...2022-04-141h 29Wide Open SpacesNatural Vs. Conventional Medicine ft. Dr. Bradley CampbellHow do we bridge the divide between natural medicine and conventional medicine? How can medical doctors work with naturopathic doctors? Join me as I speak with Dr. Bradley Campbell a holistic physician, chiropractic internist, and author who practices out of Chicago, Illinois. We talk about the divide between doctors from naturopathic and medical backgrounds, corruption in both pharmaceutical and natural supplement companies, natural approaches to addressing ADHD, autism, gut problems, how to find a good doctor who will take time to know you well, and the connection between natural medicine and spirituality. To su...2022-04-072h 06Wide Open SpacesSex And Healing In Marriage ft. Gerald and Denise MontpetitHow does sex before marriage impact a relationship? Join me as I speak with Gerald and Denise Montpetit, founders of the Breathe Marriage Conferences, as we speak about premarital sex, divorce and the idea of “drifting apart” in marriage, fear or disinterest in children, contraception, and the hope that even a marriage that has its "loveless moments" can find healing, restoration, and a fresh start, all through the lens of their 28 years of marriage. Check out our Instagram for this episode and be sure to share your thoughts on the episode here: www.instagr...2022-03-312h 03Wide Open SpacesE41: Women And Sexual Addiction ft. Rachael Killackey of MagdalaSexual addiction in women - how does it differ from men? Can regular use of porn affect a woman's experience of her gender? What are some practical tips to stop a sexual habit? Join me as I speak with Rachael Killackey, founder and executive director of Magdala, a non-clinical Catholic organization that is focused on helping women recover from sexual addiction. We talk about Rachael’s own story of getting free from sexual addiction, how sexual addiction looks for women, the idea of whether or not sexual addiction is a “real” addiction, the impacts of porn and masturba...2022-03-241h 59Wide Open SpacesE40: The End Of The World ft. Mark MallettAre Christian “end-timers” misleading tens of thousands of people? What prophecies about the end of the world should be taken seriously (if at all), and what ideas should be thrown aside - and how would you know? There are plenty of reasons to be concerned and to roll my eyes at “end timers” - so why should I take these ideas seriously? These are just a few of the questions that I posed on Episode 40 to Christian speaker and journalist Mark Mallett who is a central contributor to Countdown To The Kingdom, an online movement with tens of thousa...2022-03-172h 44Wide Open SpacesE39: Ukraine War Dialogue ft. Peacebuilding Practitioner Josh NadeauCan there be “good” propaganda about the Ukraine crisis? What happens when someone is both Russian AND Ukrainian? Join me as I speak with peacebuilding practitioner Josh Nadeau, as we speak about the ongoing invasion of Ukraine and his experience living in Russia AND Ukraine over the past decade. Support the Wide Open Spaces mission of healing division on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/jennyconnelly?fan_landing=trueTo watch this podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdz4Jpm65DnlPnXNN8MNgoAA l...2022-03-101h 33
Grab the Top Full Audiobooks in Romance, Erotica[German] - Verführung in der Bibliothek - 18 erotische Kurzgeschichten by Linda G., Olrik, Reiner Larsen Wiese, Marianne Sophia Wise, SarahPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/581814 to listen full audiobooks. Title: [German] - Verführung in der Bibliothek - 18 erotische Kurzgeschichten Author: Linda G., Olrik, Reiner Larsen Wiese, Marianne Sophia Wise, Sarah Skov Narrator: Loulou Rosenzweig, Helene Hagen Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 0 minutes Release date: March 1, 2022 Genres: Erotica Publisher's Summary: Luststeigernde Novelle mit heißem Inhalt.Das Leben als Hausfrau und Mutter wird schnell langweilig. Was stellt man nur an, wenn man den ganzen lieben langen Tag darauf wartet, dass der Gatte von der Arbeit nach Hause kommt. Zum Glück gibt es die Bibliothek, in der es Büc...2022-03-0105 minWide Open SpacesPart 2: The Lost Art Of Fear And The Latin Mass ft. Brian HoldsworthIs it wrong to pair modern music with an ancient religion? Is Catholicism losing reverence for God in an attempt to be more accessible to the modern person? Join myself and Catholic Youtube commentator Brian Holdsworth for Part II of our discussion about the Latin Mass and the divide between progressive and traditional worldviews in modern Christianity. This episode is coming from a specifically Catholic perspective (I’m Catholic and so is Brian), but we talk about themes of worship and cultural, generational tensions that are relevant to many different spiritual worldviews. 2022-02-021h 04Wide Open SpacesThe Lost Art Of Fear And The Latin Mass ft. Brian HoldsworthDo we live in a profane culture? How can we resolve the divide between traditional Christians and progressive Christians? Is the Latin Mass “the right way” to worship God? Join me on Part 1 of my dialogue with Catholic Youtube commentator Brian Holdsworth as we speak about progressive baby boomers vs traditional millennials, one of the greatest divides within the Catholic Church, the difficulties of Vatican II, our Western culture’s relationship with the transcendent, and much more! This episode is coming from a specifically Catholic perspective (I’m Catholic and so is Brian), but we talk about...2022-01-281h 10Wide Open SpacesE36: Non-Religious Abortion Politics, Gag Orders, Motherhood And Canada's Leadership In Abortion ft. Alissa GolobIs it true that a majority of people are pro-choice? Canada is a global leader in non-restricted abortions. Does this accurately represent what most Canadians think of abortion? How can we continue to humanize the conversation about abortion? How are abortions laws impacting freedom of speech? The intention of this episode is the first of many episodes to build bridges between pro-choice and pro-life camps, in a way that humanizes a conversation that has often gone badly. On Episode 36 I join pro-life activist and Canadian political commentator Alissa Golob to speak about the politics of ab...2022-01-201h 27Wide Open SpacesE35: The History of Contraception And The Business of Birth Control ft. Lisa Hendrickson-JackIs birth control a blessing or a curse. . . or does it depend? Join me as I speak with fertility educator and reproductive health practitioner Lisa Hendrikson-Jack about her decision to quit birth control, the feminist history of contraception, the relationship between birth control and religion, and the question of trusting medical professionals who recommend birth control. To support our mission of healing division on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/jennyconnelly?fan_landing=trueLisa’s Website For Resources On Tracking Your Cycle And Regu...2022-01-131h 14Wide Open SpacesE34: Vaccination: An Act of Love For The Poor ft. Molecular Biologist Fr. Nicanor AustriacoShould booster shots be our new normal? Should you vaccinate your children? Join me on Episode 34 for a conversation with molecular biologist and Catholic priest Fr. Nicanor Astriaco, who advocates for everyone to get vaccinated. We talk about conflicts of interest in the FDA and WHO, the question of vaccinating children, comparing the vaccines to a military draft, the idea that unvaccinated people could cause variants, the booster shots as a cure for long Covid, among other ideas. This is Part 3 of a 3-part series on having dialogue on opposing views regarding the Co...2022-01-0644 minWide Open SpacesE33: A Moderate View Amid Vaccine Extremism ft. Virologist Robert S. LanciottiShould everyone get vaccinated? Or should we approach the pandemic with selective vaccination only? Join me on Episode 33 for a conversation with Deacon Rob Lanciotti, former CDC microbiologist and virologist, who advocates for the selective vaccination of high-risk demographics, especially over 75 years of age, but views the vaccine as unnecessary, and potentially harmful, for those within younger, low-risk demographics. We talk about why PCR tests may have made the pandemic worse than reality, why the flu shot may be more concerning than the Covid-19 vaccines, the idea of spike protein toxicity, the “selfish” motive of vacc...2021-12-221h 15Wide Open SpacesE32: We Should Not Get Vaccinated But We Should Save Lives ft. Dr. Peter McCulloughThe first episode in a 3-part series on different perspectives on Covid-19 vaccines, treatments for Covid-19, vaccine passports, and pandemic management. Episode 32 is featuring Dr. Peter McCullough, renowned epidemiologist and cardiologist on why he does NOT recommend the Covid-19 vaccines, why we don't need the vaccines due to other life-saving treatments, and how it is possible for there to be such disturbing disagreement within the medical community regarding vaccine safety, necessity, and effectiveness. Stay tuned for upcoming episodes with doctors who have a different perspective than Dr. McCullough. To support our mission of healing division on Pat...2021-12-161h 47
The ScrupleAristotle in a Leather Jacket ft. Jenny Connelly!We're joined by Jenny Connelly from the Wide Open Spaces podcast! We talk about how to have loving dialogue with people that disagree with you, rules of engagement during fights, podcasting, and more! 2021-12-0940 minWide Open SpacesThe Ethics of Prosperity, Pipelines and Police ft. Luke Wallace Are we too wealthy? Or have we forgotten what wealth actually is? Does Canada - known for being polite and mild compared to the States - actually have a problem with violent injustice? Are major pipelines actually necessary for a thriving economy and a good life? Join Jenny and folk music activist Luke Wallace from his cabin on the West Coast of Canada as we speak about his perspective on pipelines, economic and environmental justice, the true definition of wealth, and the hope that comes from communities uniting in solidarity. To support our mission of...2021-12-011h 38Wide Open SpacesA Gracious But Gritty Feminism ft. Claire SwinarskiBirth control? Sexual pleasure? Politics? Join me as I speak with Claire Swinarski of The Catholic Feminist as we attempt to have a gracious, yet frank, conversation about these topics and several more (gender roles, Justin Trudeau, The Pope, kids) in the context of the Christian faith. To support our mission of healing division on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jennyconnelly?fan_landing=trueCheck out Claire’s work as an author: https://www.claireswinarski.com/aboutCheck out The Catholic Feminist and sub...2021-11-251h 26Wide Open SpacesLust, Love and The Making of Gay History ft. Eric MarcusLust. Love. Gay marriage. New York City. The HIV/AIDs epidemic. Join me for a conversation with New York Times bestselling author and journalist Eric Marcus as we speak about his experience coming to age as a gay man during the rise of HIV/AIDs, his passion for telling the hidden histories of people within the LGBTQ+ community, and our different perspectives on the philosophies of love and lust. To support our mission of healing division on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jennyconnelly?fan_landing=trueMaking Gay History https://m...2021-11-181h 22Wide Open SpacesA Socialist Pope? Seeking Clarity and Unity Amid the Pope Francis ControversiesIs the Pope a socialist? Is that a bad thing? Join my sister Hannah and I as we have a conversation about Pope Francis, some of the latest controversies surrounding his actions and comments, and whether or not his teachings promote socialism. Fratelli Tutti, Pope Francis' latest encyclical on social friendship and global harmony: https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/encyclicals/documents/papa-francesco_20201003_enciclica-fratelli-tutti.html2021-11-1138 minWide Open SpacesAmbition Meets Tradition ft. Catherine RennebergDo traditional gender roles clash with ambition? Episode 27 is a conversation between myself and one of my best friends as we share our own experience as ambitious personalities that are grateful for feminism but also have a reverence for traditional values. We talk about our evolving views on gender roles, the forgotten heroism of motherhood, the folly of tradition without virtue, and our perception of how men and women have different rules of combat. Join our monthly support community to keep Wide Open Spaces going: https://www.patreon.com/jennyconnelly?fan_landing=true2021-11-0658 minWide Open SpacesMen Are Expendable ft. Dr. Christian Raab, OSBDoes evolution indicate that men are expendable? Join me as I speak with Dr. Christian Raab, OSB as we speak about the “genius” of men, the dangers of male insecurity, 1st and 2nd wave feminism, and gender roles within marriage and the Church. In Search of the Masculine Genius by Dr. Raab: https://www.pdcnet.org/logos/content/logos_2018_0021_0001_0083_0117Open-source access to In Search of the Masculine Genius: https://www.thefreelibrary.com/In+Search+of+the+Masculine+Genius%3a+The+Contribution+of+Walter+J.+Ong.-a05203398122021-10-281h 44Wide Open SpacesWho Is Head of the Home? A Conversation About Gender Roles ft. Leah PerraultCould a woman be the "head of the home?" Or is that exclusively the place of a man? Join myself and Catholic speaker and author, Leah Perrault, as we speak about the idea of spiritual"headship," the potential harm of rigid gender roles, and the role of female leadership in the Catholic Church. Leah's website: http://leahperrault.com/To order Leah's books on the themes of grief, sexual theology, and Christian dating: http://leahperrault.com/speaking-and-writing/books/2021-10-211h 39Wide Open SpacesE24: The Masculine Revival ft. Brendan SchmidtShould the man lead? Should a woman submit?Today I speak with the founder of Masculine Revival, Brendan Schmidt, about his conviction that traditional gender roles are the best way for men and women to flourish and the idea that a woman submitting may be an idea that needs to be rehabilitated in our present culture. Brendan’s website: https://www.masculinerevival.com/2021-10-141h 27Wide Open SpacesE23: The Slow Death of Democracy and Why I Lost My JobIs the pandemic leading towards a new Nazi regime? There are a lot of inflammatory perspectives on the politics of this pandemic. Join Jerome and me as we have an unfiltered conversation about some of the most divisive elements of pandemic politics and as we discuss ways to find peace and graciousness amid a time of great suffering and fear.The Covid-19 Vaccine Information Database (updated weekly, over 100 sources currently):https://www.wideopenspacespodcast.com/vaccineresources2021-10-0756 minWide Open SpacesBeing Conservative With Nuance ft. Isaac SkubanCan we survive the worldview war between right and left? I spoke with my good friend and municipal councillor Isaac Skuban about growing up "conservative," the chaos that can come when we make politics into an ideological religion, and the lost wisdom of a center worldview in a left vs. right world. Isolation in Ideology, a feature article by Isaac Skuban: https://ijskuban.medium.com/isolation-in-ideology-884e33ae7c852021-10-011h 20Wide Open SpacesA Conversation Between Two Women About Pornography ft. Lily Moric What about women who watch porn? Is there anything good about porn? Porn educator and host of the Questioning Pornography podcast Lily Moric and I tackle these and many more questions about the effects of pornography and about our own relationships with porn. Lily’s podcast, Questioning Pornography:https://www.patreon.com/questioningpornographyThe Great Porn Experiment, by renowned porn researcher, Gary Wilson:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbP_ehYHfskA database of research on porn and one...2021-09-231h 44
Communities ForwardEpisode 21-9, part 2: Jenny Connelly-Bowen, Community Builders Network of Metro St. LouisToday's podcast is part 2 of our interview with Jenny Connelly-Bowen of Community Builders Network of Metro St. Louis. In this second part, she talks about the formation of CBN, her hopes for how the organization will continue to impact the region, and what she has learned in becoming a leader.2021-08-2529 minCommunities ForwardEpisode 21-9, part 1: Jenny Connelly-Bowen, Community Builders Network of Metro St. LouisOn this week's episode, we talk with Jenny Connelly-Bowen, executive director of Community Builders Network of Metro St. Louis. This interview is part one of a two part interview in which she discusses her background and transition from an unrelated career to leadership within one of the region's most impactful organizations dedicated to community engagement. 2021-08-1926 minWide Open SpacesDo I Need A Counselor or God?Are my "demons" literal demons or am I struggling with mental illness? Do I need a doctor or should someone pray over me? My sister Hannah and I share a conversation about our experiences with interactions between mental health and spirituality. Hannah shares about her journey with an eating disorder, we talk about encounters with evil spirits and whether these encounters were actually spiritual or just mental, and we share about our stories of finding a good counselor or spiritual mentor. One of the best books I've read in years, The Mindful Catholic: https://www.dynamiccatholic.c...2021-07-0659 minWide Open SpacesIndigenous Culture, Catholic Faith ft. John and Andrea McLeanJoin me as I speak with John and Andrea Mclean, a couple from Ojibwe First Nation and Metis families, who love their Catholic faith, and who have created a flourishing, multicultural family through the gift of adoption and foster care. We speak about their experience of celebrating both their Catholic faith and Indigenous culture, the grief of the residential schools, the catharsis of self-discipline, how to build bridges in the midst of cultural tensions, and the beauty of building a family through the gift of adoption and foster care (amongst other things!). 2021-06-291h 27Wide Open SpacesThe Problem of Celibacy? ft. Father Warren DungenIs “forced celibacy” causing problems in the Catholic Church? Is the corporate side of the Catholic Church too slow to make important changes? In Episode 18, I speak with married Ukrainian Catholic priest Fr. Warren Dungen about the idea that introducing married priesthood into the Roman Catholic Church may or may not be the answer to some of the issues that the Church is facing. Response by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops on protecting minors from harm: https://www.cccb.ca/media-release/the-canadian-conference-of-catholic-bishops-releases-new-document-to-protect-minors-and-vulnerable-adults-from-sexual-abuse/For more information on the married priesthood, Adam Deville's book...2021-06-221h 12Wide Open SpacesThe Problem With Peace ft. Professor Wendy KroekerIn this era of seemingly constant controversy and division, the hope for building sustainable and substantial bridges across the divide can seem thin. On Episode 17, I spoke with Professor Wendy Kroeker, Ph.D. who has been working professionally in the field of peace and conflict transformation for over 25 years, living all across the world facilitating peacebuilding conversations in the midst of conflict zones. Wendy shares her stories of adventure from working on international peacebuilding task forces and offers her practical wisdom on how to have effective, dignified, and relationship-building conversations about the most controversial topics. 2021-06-081h 28Wide Open SpacesWhat Is Masculinity? ft. Brett PowellToday I speak with leadership educator Brett Powell about his perspective on the self-giving nature of a masculinity that is grounded in sonship, the passivity-inducing power of pornography, and whether or not gender roles make sense for the flourishing of the human person. Brett's Website: Leadership Where It Matters Mosthttps://brettpowell.org/Brett's Podcast: The Way of the Hearthttps://www.wayoftheheartpodcast.com/2021-06-011h 10Wide Open SpacesThe Man Who Walked 24 Marathons and Fasted 44 Days ft. Tristen Durocher630 km of walking on foot. 44 days of fasting on nothing but tea. A mission to compassionately spread awareness about the suicide rates in the northern regions of Canada. On Episode 15, I speak with Metis activist and fiddler Tristen Durocher as he shares on the adventure of his 2020 summer, his experience growing up in a Northern Metis community, and his perspective on the relationship between Christianity and his Indigenous heritage. With a story that transcends political parties or religious affiliations, Tristen is one of the most gracious, yet also passionate, people I have had the chance to speak with - e...2021-05-2553 minWide Open SpacesI Kissed Purity Culture Goodbye: A Conversation About Christian Sex Ed Gone Wrong ft. Deanna HarrisThe meeting of sex and religion is often troubling, uncomfortable, and even tragic for many of us. Does it have to be this way? Join my friend Deanna Harris and I as we have a conversation about the negative impacts of virginity-focused “purity culture” and our experiences with sex education in different Christian contexts. Is a joyful, playful, free approach to sexuality possible within the Church? Does being a virgin matter? These are just a few of the questions we tackle!2021-05-181h 17Wide Open SpacesE14: I Kissed Purity Culture Goodbye: A Conversation About Christian Sex Ed Gone Wrong with Deanna HarrisThe mixture of sex and religion is often troubling, uncomfortable, and even tragic for many of us. Does it have to be this way? Join myself and my friend Deanna Harris as we have a conversation about the negative impacts of virginity-focused “purity culture” and our experiences with sex education in different Christian contexts. Is a joyful, playful, free approach to sexuality possible within the Church? Does virginity matter? These are just a few of the questions we tackle! 2021-05-181h 18Wide Open SpacesHow To Have Better Dialogue: Covid-19 Vaccine EditionShould you get vaccinated? Or should you not? The debate over vaccines has been a long-burning fire and it has never been more relevant with the rolling out of the Covid-19 vaccines. Many of us are spending hours of our lives engaged in heated debate over whether or not to get vaccinated and a lot of these conversations are going really badly. How do we have effective and dignified conversations about such a charged topic? How do we actually change people's minds? How do we build bridges with people who have different beliefs about the vaccine than we do? J...2021-05-1150 minWide Open SpacesAre We Criminalizing Suffering? A Conversation About Addiction with a Social Worker ft. Denae PellerinDrug addiction has been a big part of my family story. It’s a part of many of our stories. So when something so personal gets discussed in the context of politics, it can become a conversation full of powerful emotions and sharp division, depending on what role you believe the law should play in addiction response. On today’s episode, I spoke with Denae about her experience working with addicted youth and her perspective on why decriminalization may, nor may not, be the best way to create safer communities and to effectively lower overdose and addiction rates. ...2021-05-041h 10Wide Open SpacesFish Are Friends Not Food - A Meateater in Dialogue with a VeganVeganism is uber-trendy right now. But is it deeper than a trend? Today I speak with practicing vegan Julie Godin about whether veganism is the "best" way to eat and about whether veganism is more than just a diet. She's a vegan. I had chicken salad for lunch. It was a great conversation! What do you think? Join the conversation for this episode on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/wideopenspacespodcast2021-04-2956 minWide Open SpacesFlavorful Catholicism and the Challenge of BLM with Ogechi AkalegbreDoes the Church have a “bland culture”? Is Black Lives Matter a Marxist organization, and does it matter? These questions might seem unrelated, but in today’s episode Catholic speaker and diversity practitioner, Ogechi Akalegbre, shares her passion for creating a Christian church that is alive with cultural diversity and a passion for justice. She addresses bringing flavor to Christian culture and how concerns about the ideology of the Black Lives Matter organization do not need to cause disengagement with the work of justice.To book Ogechi as a speaker and to listen to her podcast:2021-04-201h 21Wide Open SpacesSelf Care vs. Self Indulgence with Hannah ConnellyIn order to build bridges with others, we need to take care of ourselves in a way that honors the dignity of our humanity. On this episode, I spoke with my sister Hannah Connelly (who has a BA in Peace and Conflict Transformation) about overcoming an eating disorder, the power of having a routine, and the importance of building bridges in the midst of struggles with mental health. What do you think? Join the conversation for this episode on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/wideopenspacespodcast2021-04-1356 minWide Open SpacesSystemic Racism and Christianity with Dr. David MooreThe topic of racism tends to polarize people on different parts of the political spectrum. The topic of religion is also a heated topic between people. Today we speak with pastor and professor Dr. David Moore about his perspective on systemic racism in America and within institutional Christianity with the hope of building bridges across the judgements and misunderstandings between those of us who have differing worldviews. Read Dr. Moore's book, Making America Great Again: https://www.amazon.ca/Making-America-Great-Again-Horror/dp/1945455977What do you think? Join the conversation for this...2021-04-061h 17Wide Open SpacesCan You Be a Thoughtful Conservative? ft. Kay ClarityDoes conservative thought and politics have to be rigid and cold? Does the conservative movement have a heart for the suffering? Today we spoke to conservative intellectual and musician Kay Clarity about what it means to be a conservative, how to navigate conversations between conservatives and liberals, debunking misconceptions about conservative people, and the difference between what you see in mainstream media versus real life for the average person. Click here to connect with Kay and hear about her work in music, building culture, and academics:https://www.kayclarity.art/ What...2021-03-301h 15Wide Open SpacesAmbition vs. Motherhood and the Fear of Marriage ft. Donna DarbellayIs motherhood the enemy of ambition? On today's episode, I speak with psychologist and mother of 8, Donna Darbellay, as she shares her story of being a stay-at-home mother and pursuing a career in psychology. We also talk about gender roles and how to respond when you find yourself fearful of marriage. What do you think? Join the conversation for this episode on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/wideopenspacespodcast2021-03-2351 minWide Open SpacesE5: Protesting the Covid-19 Lockdowns ft. Reeta AliThere are people all over Canada (and the world) protesting the Covid-19 lockdowns. Why are these protests happening? In this episode, we speak with activist Reeta Ali who shares about her organization's effort to defend civil liberties in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. Are we losing our freedoms due to the lockdowns? Reeta addresses this question and many others as we speak about peaceful protest and how to be an engaged citizen in the midst of the current restrictions.What do you think? Join the conversation for this episode on Facebook:https...2021-03-1647 minWide Open SpacesDecolonization and the Human Person ft. Piper and CarsonDecolonization. It's a word that has a lot of baggage for many people. Maybe it hints at frustrating and complicated politics for you. Maybe it inspires hope for the future. Maybe you're not sure what it means. In this episode, I speak with folk music duo and social activists Piper and Carson about the idea of decolonization, the artful merging of music and politics, and how our perception of what it means to be a human affects what battles are important to fight. What do you think? Join the conversation for this episode on Facebook:2021-03-0945 minWide Open SpacesThe Ethics of Luxury ft. Peter Van KampenAre luxury and Christianity compatible with one another? Have Christians forgotten the poor? These are just a sample of the questions that Jenny tackles with author and speaker Peter Van Kampen as we talk about the relationship between Western wealthy lifestyles, being a Christian, and taking care of the poor. What do you think? Join the conversation about this episode on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wideopenspacespodcastRead Peter's book, Live Simply, today: https://www.amazon.ca/Live-Simply-That-Others-Might/dp/B0892HW3TZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=live+simply+so+that+others&qid=1614294466&s=books...2021-02-2656 minWide Open SpacesMy Truth Vs The Truth, The Smallest University in Canada and Anxiety ft. Dr. Walter ThiessenProfessor of Psychology and licensed counseling therapist Walter Thiessen speaks about the smallest university in Canada and why its approach to education might be something we should all pay attention to. We also talk bout the idea of "my truth" vs "the Truth" and the epidemic of anxiety that so many of us are dealing with. What do you think? Join the conversation for this episode on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/wideopenspacespodcast Check out Walter's book, Glimpses of the Good Life : https://www.amazon.ca/Glimpses-Good-Life-Practices-Wholeness/dp/0993624502Visit St Stephen's U...2021-02-261h 05Wide Open SpacesMaking Disagreement Human AgainIt's time to change the culture of disagreement. Join us today as we talk about how in this era of social division, we can still have open conversations with the people we disagree with in a way that honors the dignity of every human person, no matter what they believe. And since this is our first episode, meet our host Jenny Connelly and co-host Jerome Montpetit! Sign up for our email list to get episodes directly sent to you: https://www.wideopenspacespodcast.com/Check out Jerome's youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.co...2021-02-2415 minSkinny Jean Gardener PodcastThe Importance of Bee's INTERVIEW #12 • Skinny Jean Gardener Podcast with Lee ConnellyThat episode where.. I speak to Jenny Bailey from Tales from Mother Earth to talk about their new book and the importance of teaching children about what bee's do for us.Get hold of the New Phoebe the Bee book from talesfrommotherearth.co.ukSkinny Jean Gardener Podcast is Sponsored by Flymo. Flymo your Life Easy. Find out more at Flymo.com/uk for the ONLY lawnmower brand my Nan will use to cut the grass!SUBSCRIBE to the podcast for DAILY Best of shows from the Phone- In Live show that streams...2020-09-2830 min
Women In Sports PodcastAisha Foy, Jenny Fischer and Lasashia Connelly - Women In Sports PodcastAisha Foy, Jenny Fischer, and LaSashia Connelly throw down on the very first episode of Women in Sports. This episode highlights three exceptional women killing it in each of their different roles in the sports industry. To start, Aisha Foy, Director of Player Personnel for the University of Kentucky women’s basketball team discusses her journey with developing herself and those around her to make an impact. She is joined by Jenny Fischer, former NCAA Championships Digital and Social Media intern talks about her passion for the game of basketball and the inspiring stories behind the players and coaches of...2020-07-281h 27