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Pod Have MercyEpisode 217: THANKSGIVING CONVERSATION GUIDE(what not to say at dinner)In this Thanksgiving episode, John and his brother Matt return to the studio to talk about family memories, hilarious holiday traditions, and all the things people probably should and should not say at the Thanksgiving table. From childhood oyster stories to smoked turkeys, family dynamics, awkward comments, and the stress some people feel going into the holidays, this episode is an honest, warm, and funny look at what Thanksgiving is really like for many families.John and Matt share their favorite childhood Thanksgiving memories, stories from their grandparents’ house, and the unforgettable oyster moment that has followed Ma...
2025-11-2621 min
Voyage Clinics PodcastDr. John and Matt Webster | Healing From Trauma and the Power of ListeningDr. John interviews Matt Webster, a psychology expert and advocate for emotional wellness, who shares his deeply personal and professional journey. Matt discusses his experiences with trauma, including childhood abuse and the emotional impacts of growing up in a strict environment where vulnerability was discouraged. Through his exploration and self-work, Matt highlights the importance of revisiting past trauma and healing from within, explaining how unresolved emotional pain can manifest in various forms, including physical discomfort and relationship issues.The conversation also emphasizes the significance of emotional intelligence and processing emotions constructively rather than destructively...
2024-12-041h 02Pod Have MercyEpisode 171: MATT MIOFSKY RETURNS!This week we're joined by Matt Miofsky, Lead Pastor of The Gathering in St. Louis and an accomplished author. We'll dive deep into his new book, exploring themes of faith, failure, and resilience. As a ministry innovator, Matt offers unique insights into the intersection of spirituality and everyday life. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that challenges us to think deeply about how faith shapes our paths, even in times of uncertainty.
Tune in for a thought-provoking episode!
For more information about Matt and his new book click here: Matt Miofsky.
2024-09-1353 minPod Have MercyEpisode 147: CHRISTMAS SPECIAL!This week is a special Christmas episode! We are joined by John's brother and mother today in studio! We talk about John and Matt's favorite Christmas memories, what they are excited for this year and much more!
2023-12-1537 min
The Working Experience490. Ageism in PoliticsHas Biden lost his marbles? Is Trump going to win the 2024 election? With a stunning lack of knowledge and forethought, John and Matt predict the next president of the United States. Matt predicts Corey Feldman. John says some guy he has seen on You Tube. One of us has to be right!
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2023-05-0326 minPod Have MercyEpisode 120: CATCHING UPToday we catch up with John and Matt. Matt has been out for the last few weeks of the podcast so we talk about his recent trip to Cambridge where he spent time teaching and preaching. We discuss some recent news about The Southern Baptist convention and women in ministry. We talk about how The Church of England is exploring gender neutral terms to refer to God in prayers and much more!
2023-03-2444 min
Transactional Analysis PodcastS1 E9: Intro to Our New Co-hosts with John Fleming, Matt Taylor, Parul Arora, Joy Chatterjee and Sarah LowesIn this episode, John and Matt introduce three new co-hosts who will be joining Matt in hosting future episodes. We talk about the impact of TA on our lives and discuss how we would like the podcast to evolve.We are also excited to announce our new sponsorship arrangement with the International Transactional Analysis Association (ITAA) and the European Association for Transactional Analysis (EATA).The International Transactional Analysis Association (ITAA) is an individual membership organisation providing the TA Journal (TAJ) and the monthly Script newsletter with archives back to 1971.www.itaaworld.org
2023-03-0253 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 54: Super Bowl Predictions, Key Players, Best Bets to make now!Today John and Matt go into depth on what they think the super bowl outcome will be, who are key players to watch out for, and best bets to make on the game. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on twitter @John_OoBP .
2023-02-1017 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 53: Reacting to our Preseason NFL Predictions! Very Wrong!In today's episode John and Matt react to their old predictions prior to the start of the NFL Season. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on twitter @John_OoBP .
2023-01-3132 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 50: Expert Picks for Week 11 (HAVE NOT BEEN WRONG SINCE WEEK 2!)In today's episode John and Matt predict the outcome of some of the games for week 11 of the NFL. John and Matt argue about the Eagles vs Commanders game. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on Twitter @John_OoBP or Instagram @johnoobp .
2022-11-1722 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 49: Expert Picks for Week 9 (Best Picks in the NFL!)In today's episode John and Matt predict the outcome of some of the games for week 9 of the NFL. John and Matt recap week 8 and talk about the John's memory. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on Twitter @John_OoBP or Instagram @johnoobp .
2022-11-0321 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 48: Expert Picks for Week 8 (Back to Back Weeks of Perfect Game Picks)In today's episode John and Matt predict the outcome of some of the games for week 8 of the NFL. John and Matt recap week 7 and talk about the Phillies going to the World Series. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on Twitter @John_OoBP or Instagram @johnoobp .
2022-10-2827 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 47: Expert Picks for Week 7 (Best Upsets and picks for the Week!)In today's episode John and Matt predict the outcome of some of the games for week 7 of the NFL. John and Matt recap week 6 and argue a bit. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on Twitter @John_OoBP or Instagram @johnoobp .
2022-10-2122 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 46: Expert Picks for Week 6 and Recap of the NFL season so FarIn today's episode John and Matt predict the outcome of some of the games for week 6 of the NFL. John and Matt recap everything that has happen since the podcast's break. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on Twitter @John_OoBP or Instagram @johnoobp .
2022-10-1529 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 45: Expert Picks for Week 2 of the NFL Season and Matt vs Cowherd!?In today's episode John and Matt predict the outcome of some of the games for week 2 of the NFL. Matt also wants to fight Colin Cowherd for charity?? Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on Twitter @John_OoBP or Instagram @johnoobp .
2022-09-1524 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 44: NFL Week 1 Breakdown, Recap, and Reactions!In today's episode John and Matt react to the NFL's Week 1 games outcomes and give their thoughts and reactions. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on Twitter @John_OoBP or Instagram @johnoobp .
2022-09-1326 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 43: Expert Picks for Week 1 of the NFL Season!In today's episode John and Matt predict the outcome of some of the games for week 1 of the NFL. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on Twitter @John_OoBP or Instagram @johnoobp .
2022-09-0928 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 42: Predicting All NFL Teams Rankings! Which Teams Make the Playoffs??In today's episode John and Matt predict the outcome of every division in the NFL. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on Twitter @John_OoBP or Instagram @johnoobp .
2022-09-0231 min
Pod Have MercyEpisode 97: ANOTHER CONVERSATION WITH DR. JERRY WEBBERJohn and Matt have a zoom conversation with Dr. Jerry Webber where they discuss The Academy for Spiritual Formation, the difference between therapy and spiritual direction, and we get a special FaceTime call from John's daughter! Dr. Webber is the founder of Chapelwood's Center for Christian Spirituality where he served as lead pastor for 18 years. He is now a teacher, spiritual guide, writer, and retreat leader by vocation.
2022-08-2648 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 40: Ranking every Starter Quarterback in the NFL Best to Worst!!In today's episode John and Matt give their picks of who is the best quarterback in the NFL is to the worst quarterback. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on Twitter @John_OoBP or Instagram @johnoobp .
2022-08-2143 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 39: How Far can the Minnesota Vikings Go? Can they win the NFC North??In today's episode John and Matt go over the Minnesota Vikings schedule and if the Vikings are able to finally able to take the division. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on Twitter @John_OoBP or Instagram @johnoobp .
2022-08-1240 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 38: How Far can the Tennessee Titans Go? Can they still win Now???In today's episode John and Matt go over the Tennessee Titans schedule and if the Titans are still able to make the playoffs despite their less talented roster. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on Twitter @John_OoBP or Instagram @johnoobp .
2022-08-0327 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 37: How Far can the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Go? Did they Regress to much?In today's episode John and Matt go over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers schedule and if the Bucs are still able to make the playoffs despite their regression. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on Twitter @John_OoBP or Instagram @johnoobp .
2022-07-2848 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 36: How Far can the Los Angles Chargers Go? My Super Bowl Favorites!!In today's episode John and Matt go over the Los Angles Chargers schedule and if the Chargers new roster is good enough to win the AFC Conference and Super Bowl. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on Twitter @John_OoBP or Instagram @johnoobp .
2022-07-2057 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 35: How Far can the Green Bay Packers Go? Can they win without Adams??In today's episode John and Matt go over the Green Bay Packers schedule and if Aaron and the team can still win their division despite the lack of wide receiver talent. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on Twitter @John_OoBP or Instagram @johnoobp .
2022-07-1444 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 34: How Far can the Washington Commanders Go? Best Team in Division??In today's episode John and Matt go over the Washington Commanders schedule and if they have enough talent to take back the NFC East. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on Twitter @John_OoBP or Instagram @johnoobp .
2022-07-0926 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 32: How Far can the Buffalo Bills Go? Did They Improve Enough??In today's episode John and Matt talk about the Bill's chances to make the playoffs and whether they can get the number 1 seed in the AFC. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on twitter @John_OoBP .
2022-07-0128 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 31: How Far can the San Francisco 49ers go? Can Trey Lance Do It??In today's episode John and Matt talk about the 49er's chances to make the playoffs. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on twitter @John_OoBP .
2022-06-2228 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 30: How Far can the Pittsburgh Steelers Go? Darkhorse Playoff Team??In today's episode John and Matt talk about the Steeler's chances to make the playoffs. Email any video suggestions to johnoobp@gmail.com or reach out on twitter @John_OoBP .
2022-06-1632 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 29: How Far can the Indianapolis Colts Go? They Will Fail this Season!In today's episode John and Matt talk about the Indianapolis Colts and how far they can go. John also goes into why he doesn't like Matt Ryan.
2022-06-0935 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 24: Guessing Quarterbacks by their CadencesJohn and Matt compete on guessing quarterbacks by hearing their cadences.
2022-05-0833 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 23: Who are the Best QBs, WRs, RBs, and Teams in the NFL?Today John and Matt play a bracket game and decide which QBs, RBs, WRs, and teams are better than one another.
2022-05-0558 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 21: Reaction to the NFL Draft and Shocking Falls and Surprising StealsToday John and Matt talk about the NFL Draft and players they were surprised fell so low and what players may have been taken to early.
2022-05-0159 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 20: Our Final First Round Mock DraftToday John and Matt decide what every NFL Team in the first round will use their selection on.
2022-04-2755 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 18: Who is Better Jalen Hurts or Jameis Winston?In today's episode John and Matt debate on which NFC Quarterback they think is better now and who will continue to be better in the future.
2022-04-2342 min
Out of Bounds Podcast Out of Bounds Podcast Episode 16: USFL News and How Far can the Saints Go?Today John and Matt talk about the upcoming USFL and how far the New Orleans Saints can go this upcoming season.
2022-04-1642 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 15: What NFL Players Stock Should You Buy and Sell?In today's Episode John and Matt go over what NFL Players they think will be do much better than the previous year and which ones will go down.
2022-04-1330 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 14: Should You Hate Aaron Rodgers?Today John and Matt discuss reasons why people hate Aaron Rodgers and whether or not they believe it is justified.
2022-04-0941 min
Pod Have MercyEpisode 87: CIVIC VIRUSThis week we go over Harwood Institute's Civic Virus Report. This report reveals that Americans don’t feel polarized or antagonistic toward one another. They feel isolated and disoriented, like they are trapped in a house of mirrors with no way out. They are in the grips of a perilous fight or flight response. John and Matt discuss the church's responsibility in this new age of discourse and how leaders can engage in conversation.
https://theharwoodinstitute.org/civic-virus-report
2022-04-0855 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 13: How Far Can the Cowboys Go? How can They Fix Their Problems?Today John and Matt talk about how far can the Cowboys get this next NFL season and how can they fix their problems.
2022-04-0832 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 12: How Far can the Browns Go this Season? Who is Better than Watson?Today John and Matt talk about how far can the browns get this upcoming season and who is better than Deshaun Watson.
2022-04-0241 minPod Have MercyEpisode 86: TIKTOK, ATARI AND UNPLUGGING FROM SOCIAL MEDIAThis week is the everything episode! The conversation wanders from Will Smith to the effects of TikTok on mental health. We talk about how we made community before social media and how people are trying to make connections in the digital age. We also cover some spiritual practices that John and Matt have used to unplug from technology and find balance.
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2022-04-0140 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 11: Why Does Carson Wentz Get So Much Hate? Is It Justified?Today John and Matt talk about why people hate Carson and why it is not deserved.
2022-03-3149 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 10: Ranking All AFC Teams and Which AFC Teams make the Playoffs?In today's episode John and Matt discuss who will win each division in the AFC and what their seeding will be.
2022-03-2633 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 8: Ranking All NFC Teams and Which NFC Teams make the Playoffs?In today's episode John and Matt discuss who will win each division in the NFC and what their seeding will be.
2022-03-2056 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 7: Ranking all the Offseason Transactions and Who Won and Lost?In today's show John and Matt talk about all the offseason moves and whether they were good or not as well as deciding the winners and losers of the offseason.
2022-03-1750 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 6: How to Fix the Saints? Amari Cooper Trade DetailsToday John and Matt talk about how each of them would fix the Saints this offseason and get breaking NFL while in the middle of it.
2022-03-1225 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 5: All Offseason Transactions So Far and a QB Comparison GameToday John and Matt discuss all the offseason moves each team has made while judging if they were good and bad and Matt plays a QB game.
2022-03-1026 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 2: Where will the Top 20 NFL Free Agents End Up?Today John and Matt discuss the best landing spots for Pro Football Focus' top 20 NFL free agents.
2022-02-2637 min
Out of Bounds PodcastOut of Bounds Podcast Episode 1: What Should the Eagles do at QB? Who will win the NFC East?In today's episode John and Matt ramble about quarterbacks that are on the move on which one they would love to see lead the Philadelphia Eagles and which NFC East team will win the division.
2022-02-2434 minPod Have MercyEpisode 80: DISRUPTIVE CHURCH TRENDSThis week John and Matt discuss current events and the future of the church. They have conversation about 12 DISRUPTIVE CHURCH TRENDS THAT WILL RULE 2022 and how churches will need to adapt to continue to serve in the post-pandemic era.
2022-02-1835 minPod Have MercyEpisode 79: AN UPDATE FROM DR. MARC BOOMThis week we have another update from Dr. Marc Boom. John and Matt get information on the current state of the pandemic and how our medical system in Houston is responding. They discuss variants, new health initiatives and the data around the decrease in cases worldwide.
2022-02-111h 01Pod Have MercyEpisode 78: LIVE PODCAST WEEK 4This week John and Matt wrap up the 4 week series on following Jesus. They talk about the community of Jesus and why it's important to remain in fellowship with one another instead of isolation.
2022-01-2852 minPod Have MercyEpisode 77: LIVE PODCAST WEEK 3This week John and Matt continue their discussion around following Jesus. They cover three main points:
1. In order to walk the path of Jesus, we must follow the leading
of God’s Spirit, as Jesus did.
2. To follow the path of Jesus means to hold at the center of your
mission – and our mission – the kinds of things Jesus held at
the center of his mission.
3. If we are going to follow the path of Jesus, we must commit
ourselves to the liberation of all people, as Jesus committed
him...
2022-01-2151 minPod Have MercyEpisode 76: LIVE PODCAST WEEK 1This week John and Matt do the podcast with a live audience! This is the first of four live podcasts that will take place in the month of January. ON this episode they discuss:
Baptism: Initiation into the ways of Jesus and into the kingdom of God;
Baptism: Incorporation into the way of life reflected in Jesus;
Baptism: Ordination into a life of service, ministry, and mission;
Baptism: Affirmation of our true identity and our most authentic “name.”
Chapelwood.org/followingjesus
2022-01-0753 minPod Have MercyEpisode 75: CHRISTMAS POP UP!This is a special Christmas pop up episode! John and Matt talk about Christmas traditions, trivia and what it's like being a pastor during the holidays!
2021-12-1729 minPod Have MercyEpisode 72: YOU SHALL NOT PASS!This week John and Matt talk about the correlation between The Lord of The Rings and pastoral life, church growth data and some exciting vision coming from young leaders in the UMC.
2021-11-0547 minPod Have MercyEpisode 66: OPTIMISM IS INFECTIOUSThis week John and Matt talk about Ted Lasso, therapy and how the depths of spirituality push us toward unity.
2021-09-1031 minPod Have MercyEpisode 61: DELTA VARIANT UPDATE WITH DR. MARC BOOMThis week John gets an update from Dr. Marc Boom on the current state of Covid cases in Houston. John and Matt discuss some of the data points from the Texas Medical Center and their personal thoughts on the resurgence of positive Covid cases.
2021-08-0636 minPod Have MercyEpisode 58: KIDS ASK US QUESTIONSThis week we invited kids to come up with their toughest questions for John and Matt! The guys discuss ways we can debrief the pandemic with our children and some helpful questions we can ask each other.
https://www.grwhealth.com/post/debriefing-the-pandemic-with-your-kids-how-to-approach-the-new-normal
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/joyful-parenting/202103/simple-ways-debrief-the-pandemic-children
2021-07-1634 minPod Have MercyEpisode 56: A CONVERSATION WITH MATT MIOFSKYMatt Miofsky is the Lead Pastor of The Gathering in St. Louis, Missouri. Since Matt founded The Gathering in 2006, it has grown into a thriving multi-site congregation with three locations scattered throughout St. Louis and a vibrant online presence. The Gathering was recently named the 3rd fastest growing United Methodist Church in the U.S.
The guys talk to Matt about vulnerability, how he has led The Gathering through COVID and what we can take with us into the post-pandemic church world.
2021-07-0243 minPod Have MercyEpisode 53: SUMMIT 2021We kick off season 3 with a special episode on location in Waco, Texas. John and Matt are joined by the new Director of Student Ministry at Chapelwood. We talk about the work that Chapelwood is doing in Waco, pastoring youth in 2021 and some special moments from the Summit missions trip.
2021-06-1147 minPod Have MercyEpisode 52: LEAPS OF ABSTRACTIONThis week John and Matt talk about the ladder of inference and leaps of abstraction. First proposed by Chris Argyris, way back in 1970, the ladder of inference is a way of describing how you move from a piece of data (a comment made to you, or something that you have observed to happen), through a series of mental processes to a conclusion. We discuss how this method can be used in our culture to gain empathy and understanding for those who may not agree with our point of view.
2021-04-3043 minPod Have MercyEpisode 51: PRACTICE PEACEThis week John and Matt talk about the Derek Chauvin case, racial inequities and practicing peace amidst the fear of change.
2021-04-2351 minPod Have MercyEpisode 50: COVID AND THE FUTURE OF THE CHURCHThis week John and Matt look at some statistics around church attendance during the pandemic and the importance of spiritual and mental health.
2021-04-1631 min
State of ChargePurpose - S2 E9Welcome to The State of Charge Podcast, a Unique, Fun and Inspirational Weekly Podcast to Help Keep Your Spiritual Batteries Charged!
Living a life of purpose - there is nothing more fulfilling and rewarding! Join the conversation as John and Matt talk about our Purpose through our Identity in Christ.
Join us each Wednesday morning as we bring you topics to help keep us all plugged and fully charged to what the Lord has in store for our lives.
Please provide your comments and feedback so we can make this podcast better.
2021-03-1725 minPod Have MercyEpisode 45: EXPLORING CAPTIVITY, WILDERNESS AND FREEDOMFor most of us, captivity can be a physical experience. But more likely for us, captivity is an experience that is based in the spiritual, emotional, psychological, or relational aspects of life. This week John and Matt talk about lent and the feeling of captivity during COVID.
2021-03-1148 minPod Have MercyEpisode 43: ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY SPECIALJohn and Matt reflect on one year of podcasting, the origins and their hopes for the next year.
2021-02-2510 minPod Have MercyEpisode 41: A CONVERSATION WITH PASTOR MATT STEPHENS(John's Brother)John's brother, Pastor Matt Stephens, joins us on this week's podcast. Matt Stephens is the pastor of The Fort in Columbus, Georgia. John and Matt talk about their childhood, answer some brotherly trivia questions and discuss what it's like to pastor during a pandemic.
2021-02-0440 minPod Have MercyEpisode 39: LEAD WITH QUESTIONS, NOT ANSWERSJohn and Matt catch up on the inauguration and how as Christians we are called to continue to model the ways of Jesus instead of being driven by other ideologies.
2021-01-2133 minPod Have MercyEpisode 37: THANKSGIVING SPECIALMatt and John are here to host a special Thanksgiving episode! John teaches Matt how to fry a turkey and they discuss Christmas traditions and what they are up to for the Holidays.
2020-11-2522 minPod Have MercyEpisode 33: Election SeasonJohn and Matt talk about ways that we can cope with stress during the election season!
2020-10-2934 minPod Have MercyEpisode 31: Stephanie Stephens and Michelle Russell Take Over!This week John and Matt welcome their wives to the podcast! They talk about the misconceptions of what the role of a Pastor's wife consists of and how it has changed over time. They talk Christmas traditions, raising girls vs raising boys, how they met, the challenges of parenting during covid and everything else!
2020-10-1538 minPod Have MercyEpisode 28: Social Media And The PandemicIn this episode John and Matt have a candid conversation about social media and how we can have empathy for people who may not think like us. This episode is all about impressions, laughter and Facebook rants!
2020-09-1723 minPod Have MercyEpisode 27: The Desert Of BoredomJohn and Matt are back this week without a guest. They ask each other some questions, talk post-COVID life and ways that we can see things differently in the desert of boredom and anxiety.
2020-09-1045 minPod Have MercyEpisode 24: How Is Your Mental Health?John and Matt welcome Robert Hilliker to the podcast. Robert is a mental health professional and worked for three years at The Council on Alcohol and Drugs Houston where he served as the Manager of Executive and Treatment Services. As a therapist in the adult intensive outpatient program he provided clinical treatment services to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Robert co-founded and became the Managing Partner for The Lovett Center, a community of helping professionals that offers traditional lease space, part-time office space, as well as opportunities for collaboration and continued learning for therapists.
The Lovett Center...
2020-08-2057 minPod Have MercyEpisode 21: Season Finale!In this special final episode John and Matt reminisce on their favorite moments over the first season of Pod Have Mercy. The podcast will resume on the first week of August with some special guests and new topics!
2020-07-0952 minPod Have MercyEpisode 20: A Conversation With Marc BoswellJohn and Matt welcome Reverend Marc Boswell, Ph.D to the podcast this week. Marc is the Executive Director of Together for Hope. Together for Hope (TFH) represents a national, long-term effort to work with people in 20 of the nation's most impoverished counties in order to affect change around the causes and consequences of economic disparity.
2020-07-0158 minPod Have MercyEpisode 19: Nascar and EnneagramsJohn and Matt get together this week to discuss current events, Matt's wedding anniversary and where we're seeing Jesus this week.
2020-06-2634 minPod Have MercyEpisode 17: What Is It Like In Minneapolis Right Now?On this week's episode we are joined by Gregg Taylor. Gregg is the senior pastor of Park Avenue UMC in Minneapolis. John and Matt check in with Gregg for insight on what it's like to be a pastor in Minneapolis right now and how he is ministering to his community.
2020-06-1244 minPod Have MercyEpisode 16: Are You Listening?John and Matt welcome Christian Washington to the podcast. John and Matt listen as Christian discusses his personal struggles with racial profiling. They answer questions that have been submitted around race and BLM.
2020-06-051h 35Pod Have MercyEpisode 15: What Is the Church's Role in Racial Reconciliation?We welcome Dr. Cleve Tinsley to the podcast this week. Dr. Cleve V. Tinsley IV is a scholar of American religion, race, and culture. He earned his MA and PhD in religion from Rice University where he concentrated in the study of African-American religions, primarily utilizing historical and social-scientific research methods. John and Matt listen as Dr. Tinsley contributes his perspective on race, religion and ways that we can learn from those outside of our community.
2020-05-291h 04Pod Have MercyEpisode 14: Counterculture and COVID-19John and Matt discuss how the pandemic is affecting those in Houston and how the church should respond in a countercultural way.
2020-05-2234 minPod Have MercyEpisode 13: How Are You Reopening?John and Matt have a zoom call with Shane Green and Dr. Jimmy Asbell, two Georgia-based pastors and longtime friends of John Stephens. They discuss reopening churches and the similarities between Texas and Georgia. John and Matt also discuss Ahmaud Arbery and how we are called to respond to those in our community who are in need.
2020-05-1544 minPod Have MercyEpisode 11: A Conversation With Dr. Jerry WebberJohn and Matt have a zoom conversation with Dr. Jerry Webber where they discuss faith, fasting and Kung Fu movies. Dr. Webber is the founder of Chapelwood's Center for Christian Spirituality where he served as lead pastor for 18 years. He is now a teacher, spiritual guide, writer, and retreat leader by vocation.
2020-05-0149 minPod Have MercyEpisode 10: A Conversation With Bill KerleyJohn and Matt join Bill Kerley, a counselor and spiritual director. Bill gives helpful insights on ways we can engage in spiritual practices during this time.
2020-04-2356 minPod Have MercyEpisode 9: A Conversation With Robert Kidd And Stacy AuldJohn and Matt have a conversation with Robert Kidd and Stacy Auld, the Directors of Spiritual Care at Houston Methodist Hospital. They discuss ways that Houston Methodist Hospital is caring for their staff and those affected by coronavirus.
2020-04-161h 03Pod Have MercyEpisode 8: A Conversation With Dr. Marc Boom.John and Matt have a conversation with Dr. Marc Boom, the President and CEO of Houston Methodist Hospital. Dr. Boom shares practical social distancing insights and ways we can help flatten the curve.
2020-04-081h 00Pod Have MercyEpisode 7: What Is Your Greatest Challenge During COVID-19?Sonja Gee, President and CEO of Memorial Assistance Ministries (MAM), discusses the greatest challenges that lower income families are facing during COVID19 and how people can get involved. John and Matt weigh-in on new developments in the community and in their lives as we continue quarantine in Houston.
2020-04-0241 minPod Have MercyEpisode 6: How Are We Connecting With Our Families?John and Matt sit down with Rachel Sciretti to discuss ways that parents can help our kids in the midst of social distancing and how the local church is giving back to the community.
2020-03-2639 minPod Have MercyEpisode 5: How Can We Love Our Brothers And Sisters In Tangible Ways?John and Matt discuss news about Covid-19, remaining a non-anxious presence, and how we can stick together in a time of need. While we may not be able to see the path ahead, we know that God is going before us and we trust that He will make a way. Please check chapelwood.org/stayconnected for more updates and to learn about ways you can help starting now. You can also subscribe to text message updates from Chapelwood by texting “cwupdates” to 555888.
2020-03-1935 minPod Have MercyEpisode 4: Why Do We Worry?John and Matt reunite to discuss anxiety in the world and Corona Virus developments. They breakdown Philippians 4:6-7 and how the scripture can be translated in today's sociopolitical climate.
2020-03-1238 min
The Working Experience316. Cheaters...MLB StyleSometimes cheaters prosper. Sometimes they win The World Series. John and Matt discuss the case of the Houston Astros stealing signs and how people can always rationalize "getting an edge". I mean come on, who doesn't?
2020-02-2741 min
Big Boy MoviesEp. 4: Terminator 2John and Matt sat down and watched a classic this week. They discuss Terminator 2, as well as some Goodfellas and a bit of Between Two Ferns: The Movie.
2019-09-301h 28
Big Boy MoviesEp. 2: HustlersEveryday John and Matt are hustling. By watching movies. They talk the Good Dinosaur, John Wick and of course, about how Hustlers is fun, then not fun, but still good!
2019-09-161h 12
Big Boy MoviesEp. 1 - It: Chapter TwoIn the PREMIERE EPISODE, John and Matt go into the second chapter in the It saga of two films. They also talk The Dark Knight and the many movies John saw this past week.
2019-09-091h 02The Working Experience179. Workaholism and the Worklife Balance MatrixBe Careful of Workaholism...but Work Long Hours! Apparently there is a distinction between being a workaholic and working long hours. If you lose sleep over your job and are compulsively checking your work email during out of work hours then you might be a workaholic. Matty K really doesn't work at all so he is in the clear...John and Matt also discuss the optimal Worklife Balance Matrix and when applying to their own live, then both failed.
2019-07-0254 minThe Working Experience137. NetworkingMatty K and John discuss the concept of networking to promote yourself, your business, and your brand...whatever. When is it appropriate and when is it obnoxious? Who knows? John and Matt are planning to roll out multiple 'Go Fund Me' campaigns because they are over worked and under paid. Scam or genuine; who knows?
2019-04-091h 02The Working Experience066. John Gibbs of Mint MediaJohn strong arms his cousin, John Gibbs, into appearing on TWE! John and John discuss summer jobs, funny work stories, celebs, and finding the love in your job!
2018-10-1858 minThe Working Experience009. Gary VilatroGary tells John and Matt about a coworker who keeps multiple bottle of urine in his office, among other things.
2017-09-1527 min