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Behavioral Health TodayThe Weightless Cure: Reimagining Mental Health Through Float Therapy with Dr. Katelyn Lehman– Episode 387Float therapy isn’t an escape—it’s a return: to your body, your breath, and your baseline. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Dr. Katelyn Lehman, a pioneering psychologist and founder of Quantum Clinic, a Los Angeles-based wellness center at the forefront of heart-brain coherence and nervous system healing. Recognized by Goop, the LA Times, NBC, and Beverly Hills Times, Dr. Lehman is leading a movement of radical reconnection—bridging science and spirituality to transform how we heal. Her clinic blends floatation therapy, biofeedback, and coherence training to offer powerful, preventative mental health care. Together, we explore her journey...2025-07-1042 min
Still ChristianEmbodied Faith: Christ-Centered Confidence with Ashley Henriott | S4E5How do we become people who embody confidence when life does its best to tear us down? Spoiler alert: the answer is Jesus. Join co-hosts Sarah and Katie as we talk with confidence coach Ashley Henriott about her new book: Confidence Is an Inside Job, which offers readers a path to confidence that is based in the grounded security we find only in the deep, deep love of Jesus.________________________Ashley's website!Ashley's book!2025-05-2230 minStill ChristianEmbodied Faith: Knock at the Sky with Liz Charlotte Grant | S4E4In this special episode, we interview author Liz Charlotte Grant about her new book, Knock at the Sky. Together we wonder,-Is it possible to have a view of the Bible that's authoritative but not authoritarian?-Is doubt a problem, or could it be the place we meet the God who's been seeking us all along? -What does it look like to love and know God in and through our imperfect bodies?For those seeking a revivifying way to relate to the Bible and the God we find in its pages...2025-04-0833 minStill ChristianEmbodied Faith: Can the Enneagram Help? with Drew Dixon | S4E3This episode features our wisdom-packed conversation with certified Enneagram coach Drew Dixon. Together, we explore this question:How can the Enneagram be a helpful spiritual tool for learning faithful embodiment?And this one:Why has the Western church so long prioritized the mind over the body as a means to knowing God?If you want to learn some practical steps towards worshipping God with all your heart, mind, AND body, this episode is for you.------------ BONUS: Drew is providing ½ off Enneagram Consultations forlisteners of this podcast! Go todrewldixon.com/stillchristian to...2025-02-1136 minStill ChristianEmbodied Faith: Can Christians Do Yoga? With Sarah Almodovar | S4E2In this episode, our beloved host Sarah Almodovar hops into the interview seat as we explore what her work as a pre and post-natal yoga instructor has taught her about the wonder of our bodies and how the simple yet profound gift of movement can be an expression of worship.
For the dear souls who have been scared out of practicing yoga because you were told it “isn’t Christian,” this refreshing episode might just give you the new perspective you’ve been hoping for.
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Links: Yoga for pregnancy, birth, and post...2024-12-0943 minStill ChristianEmbodied Faith: Series Opener | S4E1And we’re back! Join Sarah & Katie as we “vision cast” (how mega-churchy of us) for Season 4 of The Still Christian Podcast: Embodied Faith. Western Christianity has leaned heavily on the rational mind as our primary means of knowing and worshipping God:
But what about these bodies of ours that God created and called “very good”?
Could the body be more than just a hindrance to overcome on the spiritual journey?
What if our embodied selves are just as capable of knowing and worshipping God as our thinking selves
Join us as we explore what it means to bring o...2024-09-2522 min
You Have PermissionThe Still Christian Hosts Are… Still Christian (#287)In this week's episode, I sit down with Katelyn Dixon and Sarah Almodovar, co-hosts of the Still Christian podcast, for another installment in my Still Christian series. We explore our diverse religious backgrounds and experiences questioning faith, from Katie's "dark night of the soul" to Sarah's period of rebellion in New York City. We also discussed the idea of "undeniable" spiritual experiences. Drawing from my philosophy background, I propose a more nuanced approach to these experiences, suggesting we treat them as important data points in our spiritual lives rather than irrefutable proof. While our approaches to faith differ — with Ka...2024-09-2342 minYou Have PermissionThe Still Christian Hosts Are… Still Christian (#287)In this week's episode, I sit down with Katelyn Dixon and Sarah Almodovar, co-hosts of the Still Christian podcast, for another installment in my Still Christian series. We explore our diverse religious backgrounds and experiences questioning faith, from Katie's "dark night of the soul" to Sarah's period of rebellion in New York City. We also discussed the idea of "undeniable" spiritual experiences. Drawing from my philosophy background, I propose a more nuanced approach to these experiences, suggesting we treat them as important data points in our spiritual lives rather than irrefutable proof. While our approaches to faith differ — with Ka...2024-09-2342 min
Rarely NormalEpisode 27: Tracy Dixon-Salazar | Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS)It was an honor and a pleasure to have Tracy in the studio this week. Not only is she a rare disease parent (her daughter has Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome), but she's the Executive Director of The LGS Foundation, a neuroscientist, geneticist, and patient advocate. We all should be more like Tracey and her daughter Savannah!2024-09-101h 02Still ChristianIn Her Words: Season Finale | S3E7Sarah and Katie reflect on the incredible female authors and stories featured in Season 3, and how each woman offers a unique viewpoint of both the harm and the hope of evangelical church culture. *Bonus: Listen for a super compelling preview of our upcoming season!2024-07-2225 min
Rogue LifeSeries Finale - Episode 23 - The Golden ThroneRogue Life Season 2 is dedicated to the memory of Megan Sticht.
It's the end of Benny Bowers' journey as he confronts Orion and Valhalla once and for all.
Rogue Life is written By Brady Flanagan.
Directed and Edited By - Brady Flanagan
Assistant Directed By – Anthony Lovato
Original Music By - Brady Flanagan and Willis Krammer
Starring -
Ali Arbuckle
Amanda Flanagan
Anthony Lovato
Blake Heywood
Bob Bedore
Brady Flanagan
Brooklynn Kohler
Brooks Bedore
Casey Wayman
Dan Harvey
Jake Harenburg
Jason Wild
Jim Dixon
John Crowder
Katelyn Johnson
Kevin Buckner
Melinda Yeaman
Melissa Head
Michelle Gardner
Richard Head
Rio Lefevre
Rob...2024-06-0329 minStill ChristianIn Her Words: Slow Childhood with Grace Pouch | S3E6How can we attune our ears to the still, small voice of God when we are surrounded by constant noise--and how might the church be complicit in turning up the volume? In her winsome and wise upcoming book Slow Childhood, author Grace Pouch proposes that offering the next generation a slower, more intentional pace of life in which it is possible to live both conversationally and relationally with God starts with us.
2024-05-2839 min
Rogue LifeEpisode 22 - They've Done It BeforeRogue Life Season 2 is dedicated to the memory of Megan Sticht.
It's time to finally find out the full history of Valhalla.
Rogue Life is written By Brady Flanagan.
Directed and Edited By - Brady Flanagan
Assistant Directed By – Anthony Lovato
Original Music By - Brady Flanagan and Willis Krammer
Starring -
Ali Arbuckle
Amanda Flanagan
Anthony Lovato
Blake Heywood
Bob Bedore
Brady Flanagan
Brooklynn Kohler
Brooks Bedore
Cas...2024-05-2729 min
Rogue LifeEpisode 21 - FutilityRogue Life Season 2 is dedicated to the memory of Megan Sticht.
Anyone up for a little time loop? Benny and Lauren find themselves *GLITCH* Anyone up for a little time loop?
Rogue Life is written By Brady Flanagan.
Directed and Edited By - Brady Flanagan
Assistant Directed By – Anthony Lovato
Original Music By - Brady Flanagan and Willis Krammer
Starring -
Ali Arbuckle
Amanda Flanagan
Anthony Lovato
Blake Heywood
Bob Bedore
Brady Flanagan
B...2024-05-2021 minStill ChristianIn Her Words: An Untidy Faith with Kate Boyd | S3E5What does it look like to disentangle ourselves from toxic
forms of Christianity while maintaining the joy of our faith? For Jesus followers who are tempted to give up when this process gets messy, Kate Boyd provides gentle guidance and a wise path forward in her recent book, An Untidy Faith. Join Sarah and Katie as they chat with Kate about what it means to have one’s faith expanded by love of God and neighbor.2024-05-1329 min
Rogue LifeEpisode 20 - The Belly of the BeastRogue Life Season 2 is dedicated to the memory of Megan Sticht.
Strange things are afoot at Wren Corp.
Rogue Life is written By Brady Flanagan.
Directed and Edited By - Brady Flanagan
Assistant Directed By – Anthony Lovato
Original Music By - Brady Flanagan and Willis Krammer
Starring -
Ali Arbuckle
Amanda Flanagan
Anthony Lovato
Blake Heywood
Bob Bedore
Brady Flanagan
Brooklynn Kohler
Brooks Bedore
Casey Wayman
Dan...2024-05-1330 min
Rogue LifeEpisode 19 - Special InvestigationsRogue Life Season 2 is dedicated to the memory of Megan Sticht.
A secretive government organization is on the case to find out what is really happening down at Wren Corp.
Rogue Life is written By Brady Flanagan.
Directed and Edited By - Brady Flanagan
Assistant Directed By – Anthony Lovato
Original Music By - Brady Flanagan and Willis Krammer
Starring -
Ali Arbuckle
Amanda Flanagan
Anthony Lovato
Blake Heywood
Bob Bedore
Brady Flanagan
Bro...2024-05-0622 min
Rogue LifeEpisode 18 - Found FamilyRogue Life Season 2 is dedicated to the memory of Megan Sticht.
Time to go through a deep dive into Rick's subconscious and find what it means to be a family.
Rogue Life is written By Brady Flanagan.
Directed and Edited By - Brady Flanagan
Assistant Directed By – Anthony Lovato
Original Music By - Brady Flanagan and Willis Krammer
Starring -
Ali Arbuckle
Amanda Flanagan
Anthony Lovato
Blake Heywood
Bob Bedore
Brady Flanagan
Bro...2024-04-2926 minStill ChristianIn Her Words: The Great Sex Rescue with Sheila Wray Gregoire | S3E4Sheila Wray Gregoire's The Great Sex Rescue helps readers identify the lies they've been taught about marriage and sex and how to re-discover what God intended for couples to thrive. Join us as we talk with Sheila about the toxic distortion of Biblical principles that has left many couples confused and hurt and as we discover what a renewed vision of healthy marriage and sex looks like for Christians today.
*Contains sexual references2024-04-2437 min
Rogue LifeEpisode 17 - Cult-ure ShockRogue Life Season 2 is dedicated to the memory of Megan Sticht.
Creepy things are happening up at the old Newsome place.
Rogue Life is written By Brady Flanagan.
Directed and Edited By - Brady Flanagan
Assistant Directed By – Anthony Lovato
Original Music By - Brady Flanagan and Willis Krammer
Starring -
Ali Arbuckle
Amanda Flanagan
Anthony Lovato
Blake Heywood
Bob Bedore
Brady Flanagan
Brooklynn Kohler
Brooks Bedore
Casey Way...2024-04-2220 min
Rogue LifeEpisode 16 - Back to WorkRogue Life Season 2 is dedicated to the memory of Megan Sticht.
Sometimes after an adventure you just have to get back to the daily grind.
Rogue Life is written By Brady Flanagan.
Directed and Edited By - Brady Flanagan
Assistant Directed By – Anthony Lovato
Original Music By - Brady Flanagan and Willis Krammer
Starring -
Ali Arbuckle
Amanda Flanagan
Anthony Lovato
Blake Heywood
Bob Bedore
Brady Flanagan
Brooklynn Kohler
Brooks Bed...2024-04-1521 minStill ChristianIn Her Words: Disobedient Women with Sarah Stankorb | S3E3"They love the church. . .so why not fight for it?" With these words award-winning journalist Sarah Stankorb describes the courageous women featured in her bestselling book Disobedient Women, which tells the story of how a group of faithful women exposed layers of abuse and corruption within the evangelical church using the power of the internet. Join us as we learn from Sarah Stankorb how speaking up about church hurt has become a courageous act of advocacy on behalf of the voiceless.2024-04-0836 min
Rogue LifeEpisode 15 - The Tragic FluteRogue Life Season 2 is dedicated to the memory of Megan Sticht.
The music continues as Benny and Janet are led to the Black Castle by a feisty little demon.
Rogue Life is written By Brady Flanagan.
Directed and Edited By - Brady Flanagan
Assistant Directed By – Anthony Lovato
Original Music By - Brady Flanagan and Willis Krammer
Starring -
Ali Arbuckle
Amanda Flanagan
Anthony Lovato
Blake Heywood
Bob Bedore
Brady Flanagan
Brooklynn Koh...2024-04-0833 min
Rogue LifeEpisode 14 - A Little Knight MusicRogue Life Season 2 is dedicated to the memory of Megan Sticht.
Anyone up for a musical? Benny and Janet travel into James Peterson's subconscious and find a lot more dancing and singing than they expected.
Rogue Life is written By Brady Flanagan.
Directed and Edited By - Brady Flanagan
Assistant Directed By – Anthony Lovato
Original Music By - Brady Flanagan and Willis Krammer
Starring -
Ali Arbuckle
Amanda Flanagan
Anthony Lovato
Blake Heywood
Bob Bedore
B...2024-04-0129 minStill ChristianIn Her Words: Deconstructing Your Faith Without Losing Yourself with Angela J. Herrington | S3E2Is it possible for faith deconstruction to be a formative spiritual practice that does not lead to de-conversion or losing one’s identity? Author Angela J. Herrington believes that it is. Join hosts Sarah and Katie as we talk with Angela about her new book, Deconstructing Your Faith Without Losing Yourself, and what it means to take a fearless inventory of one’s faith in a way that leads to a deeper, more authentic, abundant life.2024-03-2527 min
Rogue LifeEpisode 13 - Benny's Battle of the BitsRogue Life Season 2 is dedicated to the memory of Megan Sticht.
It's time to delve into Benny's self-conscious this week as Janet (and an unexpected guest) try to get him out of Valhalla.
Rogue Life is written By Brady Flanagan.
Directed and Edited By - Brady Flanagan
Assistant Directed By – Anthony Lovato
Original Music By - Brady Flanagan and Willis Krammer
Starring -
Ali Arbuckle
Amanda Flanagan
Anthony Lovato
Blake Heywood
Bob Bedore
Brady Flanagan
...2024-03-2523 min
Rogue LifeEpisode 12 - Player One StartRogue Life Season 2 is dedicated to the memory of Megan Sticht.
The season 2 premiere! Benny and the gang are back..... well..... sort of. It turns out that not everything is as it seems. The spotlight moves to Janet as she tries to acclimate to normal life and then get back in to Valhalla to save all of her friends.
Rogue Life is written By Brady Flanagan.
Directed and Edited By - Brady Flanagan
Assistant Directed By – Anthony Lovato
Original Music By - Brady Flanagan and Willis Krammer
Starring...2024-03-2521 minStill ChristianIn Her Words: Becoming a Writer with Katelyn Dixon | S3E1Welcome to Season 3 of the Still Christian Podcast! To kick of our In Her Words series, Sarah interviews Katie about her journey of becoming a writer, re-discovering her voice after trauma, and the importance of uplifting female voices who are working to heal church hurt through the craft of writing.
*This episode may or may not include Katie reading an exclusive excerpt from a book she handwrote when she was 7 years old called The Christmas Pony. You're welcome.2024-03-0428 min
Still ChristianStill Christian Through Suffering: Reflections | S2E7The final episode of our Still Christian Through Suffering series, in which Katie and Sarah reflect upon the brave and sacred stories of faith and suffering shared this past season, and Sarah somehow manages to work in "Footprints in the Sand". . .again.
Mentioned in this episode:
Companions in the Darkness by Diana Gruver
God Thou Art Love by Robert Browning (song version here)
2024-01-2220 min
Still ChristianStill Christian Through Divorce | S2E6Growing up in the church, many of us were taught "Divorce is never an option." But is that actually the heart of God for women and men whose partner has emotionally or physically left the marriage? Join hosts Katie and Sarah in their conversation with Gabby, who has journeyed through the pain of divorce and offers her perspective with integrity, gentleness, and wisdom.2024-01-1027 min
Still ChristianStill Christian Through OCD | S2E5Where is God when we do not feel safe within our own minds? Hosts Katie and Sarah interview Anglican teacher, scholar, and poet Greg Jeffers about his journey of recovery from trauma-related OCD. Greg's candid sharing of how God met him in unfathomable pain offers hope and illumination to those who find themselves walking in darkness and in need of light.
Mentioned in this episode:
"Stop it!" - Bob Newhart video
The Sacredness of Questioning Everything book
Hurting with God: Learning to Lament with the Psalms book
The Psalm on the Cross: Learn...2023-12-1231 min
The Confused BreakfastLast Action Hero (1993)Last Action Hero was considered major FLOP when it debuted in 1993. It could have been that it was just ahead of it’s time and people weren’t ready for it. It also could have been that Jurassic Park came out right before this. Regardless, we take a look back on this film with a modern eye to see how we feel about it. Enjoy!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:00 - Memories of first viewing•0:07:15- Pertinent movie details •0:10:00 - Critical and fan reviews•0:21:00 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:32:15 - Modern day ratings2023-12-061h 44
The Confused BreakfastBRUNCH: Top 5 Christmas SongsIt's Christmas-time and that means being inundated with Christmas music for the next couple weeks. On today's brunch episode, we give you our top 5 Christmas song lists as well as some honorable mentions and our LEAST favorites!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:15 - Least Favorite and Honorable Mentions•0:17:00 - Top 5 Lists——————————————————————SPONSORS:**Everyplate- Get a meal for $1.49 PLUS $1 steaks for life by going to http://EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code 49confused. Subscription must be active to qualify and redeem $1 steak.——————————————————————**Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast like these fine people-Robin Fawcett, Dane, Joel, Nick Merulla, Mark...2023-12-0441 min
The Confused BreakfastScrooged (1988)Is Scrooged a holiday classic or is it just a vehicle for Bill Murray to… well, be Bill Murray? We dive deep into this movie and answer the hard-hitting questions like, what ghost is the scariest? Is Bryce actually a good guy? What happens to everyone AFTER this movie ends? Is a towel actually a great gift idea? Join us as we review 1988's 'Scrooged' with a modern eye!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:30 - Memories of first viewing•0:07:30 - Pertinent movie details •0:10:45 - Critical and fan reviews•0:19:00 - Scene by scene breakdown 2023-11-291h 47
The Confused BreakfastSon In Law (1993)Compared to Christmas, there are not many movies that take place around Thanksgiving. But of all the turkey day movies, Son In Law is usually ranked among the best. Does this movie still make us laugh? How long is it acceptable to wear a letterman’s jacket? Why didn’t we get a Patrick Renna/Paulie Shore spin off movie later in life? Do you buy Paulie Shore as a romantic love interest? Tune to find out!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:45 - Memories of first viewing•0:06d:00- Pertinent movie details •0:09:00 - Critical and fan reviews...2023-11-221h 40
The Confused BreakfastRole Models (2008)Is this movie the reason you found out why Starbucks calls their large coffee a 'Venti'? Is this one of the funniest movies of the late 2000s? Did this movie make you want to join a Live-Action-Role-Playing Group? Did you second-guess your intake of energy drinks after they crashed the Minotaur truck? Join us for a modern-day review of 2008's comedy classic, Role Models!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:07:00- Pertinent movie details •0:10:30 - Critical and fan reviews•0:22:00 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:25:00 - Modern day ratings...2023-11-151h 38
Still ChristianStill Christian Through Depression | S2E4Where is God in the darkness of depression? Hosts Sarah and Katie interview Diana Gruver, author of "Companions in the Darkness: Seven Saints Who Struggled with Depression and Doubt," about her own experience with depression and finding her way through the dark. Diana's story and insight provide hope for those who have experienced or are currently experiencing depression-- even when life feels hopeless and God seems absent.2023-11-1427 min
The Confused BreakfastSt. Elmo's Fire (1985)St. Elmo’s Fire gave us one of the finest collections of attractive, young actors in the 80s but were any of these characters actually likable? Join us as we dive deep into one of the classic Brat Pack movies. Where did all of the characters end up 10 years later? What is with Joel Schumacher’s saxophone obsession? Is Kirby one of the biggest psychopath’s in film history? •0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:06:00- Pertinent movie details •0:10:00 - Critical and fan reviews•0:20:00 - Scene by scene breakdow...2023-11-071h 49
The Confused BreakfastBRUNCH: Reviewing Creed's 'Human Clay' (1999)We dedicate an entire Brunch episode to Creed's 2nd studio album, 'Human Clay.' There isn't a human being on Earth that didn't hear the singles from this album at some point and chances are good that you are one of the 20,000,000 people who purchased this when it came out. Let's review it with a modern-ear.——————————————————————**Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast like these fine people-Robin Fawcett, Dane, Joel, Nick Merulla, Mark Prior, Keerlana, Elisha, Camden Griffith, Cameron Jay, Bud Larsen, Katie Beeks, Mr. and Mrs. Roommate, Cale James, Jason Davis, Shaun Dixon, Emilio Perez, Skyler Brunssen, Jor...2023-11-0657 min
The Confused BreakfastHoney, I Shrunk The Kids (1989)Everyone loved this scary/thrilling adventure movie as a kid. However, after a modern-day rewatch, we have a lot questions. Does Matt Frewer outshine Rick Moranis? Why is there a destructive laser sitting unprotected in Ray’s attic? Is the ant scene still one of the most heartbreaking death scenes in movie history? What would have happened if they never got rescued? Why did Ray think that pitching this idea to the scientists was actually a good idea?•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:07:30- Pertinent movie details •0:12:15 - Cri...2023-11-011h 41
The Confused BreakfastHalloween (1978)Is there a more iconic movie about Halloween? Is this the best horror movie of all-time? Is it possible for a podcast to make a hilarious episode while discussing this movie? You be the judge and join us for a modern-day review of John Carpenter’s Halloween from 1978.•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:06:00 - Pertinent movie details •0:10:00 - Critical and fan reviews•0:21:00 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:49:45 - Modern day ratings——————————————————————SPONSORS:**Pretty Litter- Save twenty percent on your first order by going to http://PrettyLitter.com/CONFUSED and us...2023-10-252h 02
Still ChristianStill Christian Through Chronic Illness | S2E3Where is God when our suffering has no foreseeable end date? How do we cling to God through chronic illness when there are no guarantees we will be healed in this lifetime? Counseling student, sister, and friend Jeanine Gorzalski vulnerably shares her story of communing with God through immense physical and spiritual suffering. Whether you are experiencing chronic illness yourself or you know someone who is, Jeanine's story offers hard-earned wisdom and hope along with practical ways to support someone in pain.2023-10-2332 min
The Confused BreakfastScream (1996)Spooky season continues with our review of Scream. It was the highest grossing slasher film of all-time until 2018 and revitalized the horror movie genre, along with being responsible for the most overused and unoriginal halloween costume of the late 90s and early 00s. We dive in deep for a modern-day review. Who is the most punchable face? Did you see all the cameos in this movie? Do you know the Richard Gere gerbil story? •0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:09:30 - Pertinent movie details •0:15:05 - Critical and fan reviews•0:24:00 - Sc...2023-10-181h 55
The Confused BreakfastThe Blair Witch Project (1999)When you saw The Blair Witch Project in 1999, you either A: thought it was the scariest movie you have ever seen or B: you didn’t finish it because you puked in the theatre and have to leave. Whatever your thoughts are, this movie deserves our praise for bringing the ‘found-footage’ genre to the masses. We dive deeper than any other podcast and dissect this movie with a modern eye. Why was Heather so hated? Was the Blair Witch the one messing with them? Is this movie a masterpiece?•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:30 - Memories of firs...2023-10-111h 54
Still ChristianStill Christian Through Child Loss | S2E2Where is God when we lose who we love most? Why does suffering seem to drive some people closer to God, and others further? Sarah and Katie invited mother, wife, and minister Faith Titus to share her story of clinging to God while suffering the unimaginable. Faith's story is the first in a series of conversations we are hosting with Christians who have journeyed through immense pain yet still believe that God is good.
*Trigger warning: Death of children2023-10-1031 min
Still ChristianStill Christian Through Child Loss | S2 E2Where is God when we lose who we love most? Why does suffering seem to drive some people closer to God, and others further? Sarah and Katie invited mother, wife, and minister Faith Titus to share her story of clinging to God while suffering the unimaginable. Faith's story is the first in a series of conversations we are hosting with Christians who have journeyed through immense pain yet still believe that God is good.*Trigger warning: Death of children2023-10-0932 min
Life with God: A Renovaré PodcastKatelyn J. Dixon — The Healing Gift of WritingThe Renovaré Podcast with Nathan Foster returns with new episodes and a new name... Life with God. The next several episodes center the conversation around things that restore our souls—places of connection to God and gifts from the Lord that bring us inward healing. Katelyn Dixon leads off the series by looking at the creative act of writing as spiritual healing.Read Katelyn's writing on Renovare.orgVisit Katelyn's website2023-10-0627 min
The Confused BreakfastShaun of the Dead (2004)Is this the best zombie movie ever made? Maybe not but it's definitely the funniest zombie movie ever made. We dive deep into 2004's Shaun of the Dead to start off spooky season. Because Shaun finally takes accountability for his life, does he doom those around him? Is this what a zombie apocalypse would really be like? Is the Winchester the best place to wait for this to blow over? What does exacerbate mean?•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:07:15 - Pertinent movie details •0:09:30 - Critical and fan reviews•0:17:30...2023-10-041h 31
The Confused BreakfastYoung Guns (1988)REGULATORS! Mount up for a full review of 1988's american western classic, Young Guns. Did you know that Tom Cruise was in this movie? Is this the best on-screen portrayal of Billy The Kid? Why was Doc so creepy with his poetry? How historically accurate was this film? We tackle these questions and more! Enjoy!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:00 - Memories of first viewing•0:08:15 - Pertinent movie details •0:10:45 - Critical and fan reviews•0:20:00 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:27:15 - Modern day ratings——————————————————————SPONSORS:**Hello Fresh- Go to http://HelloFresh.com/50confusedbreakfas...2023-09-271h 38
The Confused BreakfastField of Dreams (1989)Is this heaven? No… It’s a podcast about Field of Dreams! Join us as we dissect one of the best baseball movies of all-time. Is this peak Kevin Costner? Who is the voice? What is out in the cornfield? We dive deep into this one…. Enjoy!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:07:45 - Pertinent movie details •0:12:30 - Critical and fan reviews•0:22:30 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:40:00 - Modern day ratings——————————————————————SPONSORS:**EveryPlate- Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to http://EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code CONFUS...2023-09-201h 55
Still ChristianStill Christian Through Suffering | S2E1Welcome to Season 2 of the Still Christian Podcast! Our next series of episodes will feature the stories and wisdom of people who have experienced deep suffering yet still call God good. In this episode, Sarah and Katie introduce the series by exploring the age-old question, "Why do bad things happen to good people?" as well as wading through the deep waters of popular allegorical Christian poem, "Footprints in the Sand."2023-09-1923 min
The Confused BreakfastAirplane! (1980)Is this movie the funniest movie of all-time? Surely, you can’t be serious. We are serious and don’t call us Shirley. Join us as we break down one of the most iconic parody/spoof movies of all time. The highest earning comedy in box office history at the time and the fourth highest grossing overall movie for 1980. A movie that is rarely available to watch on in flight entertainment. We are of course talking about 1980’s Airplane.•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:30 - Memories of first viewing•0:08:15 - Pertinent movie det...2023-09-131h 43
The Confused BreakfastBRUNCH: These Movie Ratings Are WRONG!After 3 years of rating movies, each host gets to adjust their rating on 5 movies. This will shake up the overall rating. For good or bad? You'll find out.——————————————————————SPONSORS:**AG1- Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to http://drinkAG1.com/CONFUSED——————————————————————**Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast like these fine people-Robin Fawcett, Dane, Joel, Nick Merulla, Mark Prior, Keerlana, Elisha, Camden Griffith, Cameron Jay, Bud Larsen, Katie Beeks, Mr. and Mrs. Roommate, Cale James, Jason Davis, Shaun Dixon, Emilio Perez, Skyler Brunssen, Jordan Hooten, Brynna M...2023-09-1143 min
The Confused BreakfastTombstone (1993)Is Tombstone the best movie adaptation of Wyatt Earp's story? How historically accurate was this movie? Why did Wyatt keep letting Ike get away? How much of a bad ass is Doc Holliday? Who has the best facial hair in the movie? We tackle all these hard-hitting questions and more. Enjoy!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:30 - Memories of first viewing•0:06:45 - Pertinent movie details •0:16:45 - Critical and fan reviews•0:21:00 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:37:00 - Modern day ratings——————————————————————SPONSORS:**DraftKings- Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code CONFUSED to score $200 in bonus...2023-09-061h 48
The Confused BreakfastBRUNCH: PCU (1994)We revive our 'I've Never Seen' series with a classic movie from 1994, PCU. Whether you have seen the movie or not, you need to listen to this episode.——————————————————————SPONSORS:**AG1- Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to http://drinkAG1.com/CONFUSED——————————————————————**Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast like these fine people-Robin Fawcett, Dane, Joel, Nick Merulla, Mark Prior, Keerlana, Elisha, Camden Griffith, Cameron Jay, Bud Larsen, Katie Beeks, Mr. and Mrs. Roommate, Cale James, Jason Davis, Shaun Dixon, Emilio Perez, Skyler Brunssen, Jordan Hooten, Brynna M...2023-09-0448 min
The Confused BreakfastAmerican Graffiti (1973)New episode! You know how much we love 'high school' movies and you know how much we love 'one crazy night' movies. So it should be no surprise that we were excited about reviewing 1973's American Graffiti! We have all the behind the scenes info and analysis that you could ever need. ENJOY!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:04:45 - Pertinent movie details •0:10:15 - Critical and fan reviews•0:25:00 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:45:00 - Modern day ratings——————————————————————SPONSORS:Hello Fresh- Go to http://HelloFresh.com/50confusedbreakfast and use code 50...2023-08-301h 59
The Confused BreakfastDuel (1971)Is Duel the greatest movie you have never seen?! Join us as we dissect the first movie that Steven Spielberg ever directed. It’s a thrill-ride of a movie and we highly recommend it! “And your drivvvvving along… your drivingggg along”•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:00 - Memories of first viewing•0:06:45 - Pertinent movie details •0:10:15 - Critical and fan reviews•0:19:30 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:40:45 - Modern day ratings——————————————————————SPONSORS:**EveryPlate- Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to http://EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code CONFUSED49**Cedar Ridg...2023-08-161h 53
The Confused BreakfastBRUNCH: Reviewing Sublime's Self-titled AlbumWe dedicate an entire Brunch episode to Sublime's 3rd and final studio album. This masterpiece and known and loved by many and was released shortly after Bradley Nowell passed away. Come hang with us while we chat about it.——————————————————————SPONSORS:**Rocket Money- Stop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions – and manage yourmoney the easy way – http://RocketMoney.com/confused**Visit us at Http://confusedbreakfast.com or leave a voicemail about your thoughts of the show! 319.804.9596——————————————————————**Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast like these fine people-Robin Fawcett, Da...2023-08-1443 min
The Confused BreakfastBRUNCH: TV Shows That You Should Be WatchingAJ, Sean and Mike discuss the current TV shows that they are watching. They also discuss their current 'comfort' tv show.——————————————————————SPONSORS:**HelloFresh- Go to http://HelloFresh.com/confusedbreakfast50 and and use code confusedbreakfast50 for 50% off plus free shipping!”**Visit us at Http://confusedbreakfast.com or leave a voicemail about your thoughts of the show! 319.804.9596——————————————————————**Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast like these fine people-Robin Fawcett, Dane, Joel, Nick Merulla, Mark Prior, Keerlana, Elisha, Camden Griffith, Cameron Jay, Bud Larsen, Katie Beeks, Mr. and Mrs. Roommate, Cale James, Jason Davis, Shaun Dixon, Emilio Perez, Skyler Brunssen, Jor...2023-08-0741 min
The Confused BreakfastRocky (1976)Summer of 70s kick off with one of the quintessential sports moving of all-time! We answer all the hard-hitting questions - what would happen if Jordan Peterson met Rocky, is Rocky is one step away from being a serial killer, is Rocky actually a good enough boxer to beat Apollo Creed, why is there no boxing in a movie about boxing, was Mickey the reason that Rocky didn’t win the fight? •0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:30 - Memories of first viewing•0:07:30 - Pertinent movie details •0:12:30 - Critical and fan reviews•0:19:00 - Scene by scene b...2023-08-021h 59
The Confused BreakfastBRUNCH: Should You Go See Barbie and Oppenheimer?Sean got Barbenheimered and he is here to convince AJ and Mike to go see the movies too. We also dive into some conversation about SAG-AFTRA and talk about our favorite movie-going experiences!——————————————————————SPONSORS:**HelloFresh- Go to http://HelloFresh.com/confusedbreakfast50 and and use code confusedbreakfast50 for 50% off plus free shipping!”**Visit us at Http://confusedbreakfast.com or leave a voicemail about your thoughts of the show! 319.804.9596——————————————————————**Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast like these fine people-Robin Fawcett, Dane, Joel, Nick Merulla, Mark Prior, Keerlana, Elisha, Camden Griffith, Cameron Jay, Bud Larsen, Katie Bee...2023-07-3139 min
Still ChristianFaith Like a Child | S1E12What's the most important thing we want our children to know about God? And how do we raise them to love and trust God without perpetuating past harm? Join hosts Sarah and Katie along with special guest and winsome parenting wizard Laura Bretheim as they explore the challenges and gifts of cultivating our children's faith in today's world.
*This is the final episode of Season 1. Stay tuned for more episodes coming this fall!2023-07-1028 min
Still ChristianHow's Your Walk, Bro? Pt 2 | S1E11Part two of our daring and delightful conversation about spiritual disciplines with author and speaker Diana Gruver.
Mentioned in this episode:
How Many Hours of Your Week Are Dedicated to God? article by Diana Gruver2023-06-2624 min
Still ChristianHow's Your Walk, Bro? | S1E10Sword drills. Quiet time. Giving God your first fruits. Sound familiar? Then "Have we got a show for you!" (2023-06-1230 min
Still ChristianThe B-I-B-L-E | S1E9Is the B-I-B-L-E still the book for us?* Is it more than a rule book or an inspirational collection of writings? Join Katie and Sarah along with pastor and spiritual director Drew Dixon as we take a closer look at how the Bible shaped our lives while growing up in church and how we relate to it differently now. (*Spoiler alert: it is.)
Mentioned in this episode:
Is It Time to Quit 'Quiet Time?' article from Christianity Today2023-05-2233 min
Still ChristianTake Me to Church | S1E8From Sunday School to Catholic Mass, Sarah and Katie share their circuitous, sometimes painful, often hilarious journey of losing and finding church again . . . or at least looking for it in hope of something more.2023-05-0833 min
Still ChristianQ&A: Ask the Amateurs | S1E7Find out everything you ever wanted to know about the inner workings of this podcast as Sarah & Katie answer questions submitted by our vast audience (thanks Mom!). Topics include: Cheesy Christian sayings that are actually true, Christian platitudes that sound true but are hurtful and false, why we still go to church, mission trips, and more!2023-04-2427 min
Still ChristianTrue Love Waits (Forever) | S1E6Did the True Love Waits movement keep its promises to those who pledged their purity? Was it worth it to those who waited to have sex until marriage? Sarah and Katie explore the many complications that arise when we equate purity with virginity, while also casting a new vision for future generations.2023-04-0334 min
Still ChristianKissing Dating Goodbye | S1E5Remember the popular purity culture book I Kissed Dating Goodbye? Hosts Sarah and Katie sure do. If you've ever contemplated kissing dating goodbye (or have actually done it!), hats off to you. Bless you. Let's talk about how weird that was.
Mentioned in this episode:
A Statement on I Kissed Dating Goodbye (from Josh Harris himself!)2023-03-2022 min
Still ChristianDon't Waste Your Life | S1E4Is finding God's will for our lives an elusive treasure hunt, or is it something we can live into and understand? If the well-intentioned yet foreboding admonishment "Don't waste your life!" has ever made you a wee bit anxious, this episode just might be for you.2023-02-1925 min
Still ChristianBeing Saved & Stuff, Pt 2 | S1E3In this riveting continuation of exploring what it means to be saved, Katie and Sarah find final and definitive answers on who's saved and who's not, all while solving the vast and complex problems of the universe. Kidding. But you should tune in anyways, because there are goats.2023-02-0620 min
Still ChristianBeing Saved & Stuff | S1E2What does it actually mean to "be saved?" With thoughtful reflection and a healthy dose of levity, Sarah and Katie unpack a concept that is often confusing and can leave people with more fear than joy.2023-01-2323 min
Still ChristianWe're Still Christian | S1E1Join us as we share our compelling friendship origin story along with the "why" behind this podcast.2023-01-0929 min
Listening To AdopteesAttachment, Bonding & Cambodian Birthdays“I think in society we should be asking everyone all the time “aren't you grateful to be alive?” Just in general. So I think it's unfair that society often spins a question on adoptees of that they need to have some sort of obligation to feel gratitude.” Meet Jordan “My name is Jordan. I was adopted from Cambodia. I'm a transracial adoptee, um, adopted by two moms. I use she/her pronouns and I identify as pansexual.” Here's some of what we talked about: Her early history of one of her adoptive moms passing...2022-12-231h 03Listening To AdopteesRooting Your BoundariesShownotes: “You don't always know what your boundaries are until they're pushed or until they're questioned. And often you're still learning if you're even allowed to set a boundary. Because there's that whole notion of well, once you're here, you're kind of like on other people's terms.” Meet Svetlana. "I was adopted from Russia when I was six and a half in a closed adoption. I'm a preschool teacher full-time during the day and I do life coaching on the side." Here's some of what we talked about: Why adoption anni...2022-12-0836 minListening To AdopteesMake Change Now feat. Isaac“I'm Black in the Mumford And Sons moments and I'm Black in the Kendrick Lamar moments and I guess it's not as much of this badge that I have to show anymore.” Meet Isaac. "I'm the founder of Etter Consulting. We specifically consult around transracial adoption, including consultation with adoption agencies. We do a lot to reform adoption within the system. I'm a queer Black man, a father, an activist, and all the fun things." Here's some of what we talked about: How Etter Consulting started from his personal experiences as a tran...2022-11-3040 min
It's Just PoliticsThe Michigan Culture WarsTudor Dixon and fellow Republicans give their reaction to the state superintendent advising that teachers do not disclose the gender identity to their students’ parents, and old writing from congressional candidate, John Gibbs says he thought women should not be able to vote. GUESTS: Jonathan Oosting, capitol and politics reporter for Bridge Michigan Samuel J. Robinson, Detroit-based reporter for Axios Nancy Kaffer, columnist for Detroit Free Press Katelyn Buss, assistant editorial page editor for Detroit News —— Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. I...2022-09-2346 min
Explore the Latest Full Audiobooks in Business & Economics, Business & Career DevelopmentThe Jolt Effect: How High Performers Overcome Customer Indecision by Ted Mckenna, Matthew DixonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/569485to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Jolt Effect: How High Performers Overcome Customer Indecision
Author: Ted Mckenna, Matthew Dixon
Narrator: Ted Mckenna, Matthew Dixon
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 47 minutes
Release date: September 20, 2022
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.5 of Total 2
Genres: Business & Career Development
Publisher's Summary:
From the bestselling co-author of The Challenger Sale, a paradigm-shattering approach to overcoming customer indecision and closing more sales In sales, the worst thing you can hear from a customer isn’t “no.” It’s “I need to think about it.” When this happens, deeply entrenched business advice says to double do...2022-09-205h 47
Download New Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Action & AdventureOld-Time Radio's Greatest Shows, Volume 27: Featuring Abbott and Costello, William Conrad, Gale Gordon, and many more by Carl AmariPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/604110 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Old-Time Radio's Greatest Shows, Volume 27: Featuring Abbott and Costello, William Conrad, Gale Gordon, and many more Series: #27 of Old-Time Radio Author: Carl Amari Narrator: TBD Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 23 minutes Release date: September 13, 2022 Genres: Action & Adventure Publisher's Summary: A collection of the best and most popular programs from the Golden Age of Radio, digitally remastered, and including performances from some of Hollywood’s most beloved stars, like Abbott and Costello, William Conrad, Gale Gordon, and many more. Volume 27: Audio Table of Contents: The Abbott and Costello Show “New Ye...2022-09-1310 min
Thesis on JoanTonys Recap: Six Shots for Chris HarperWelcome to a Tony Award reaction episode with hosts Meghan and Harrow! Hear about the highlights and shocks of the evening, their love of Ariana DeBose and Ruthie Ann Miles, the queer kiss you might have missed, the stress and joy for A Strange Loop, and lots of ideas for a new recurring section of the ceremony. They also discuss how it’s actively becoming impossible to watch the Tonys, what was overdone, the show they really want to see now, what they’ll pass on, and the honorary CoPros of a previous Tony Award winner. Finally, thoughts on Harr...2022-06-2250 min
Explore the Latest Full Audiobooks in Business & Economics, Business & Career DevelopmentAngels and Entrepreneurs: A Lifestyle Formula for Starting Your Own Business and Riding the Rollercoaster of Entrepreneurship by Bob SchlegelPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/559948to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Angels and Entrepreneurs: A Lifestyle Formula for Starting Your Own Business and Riding the Rollercoaster of Entrepreneurship
Author: Bob Schlegel
Narrator: Walter Dixon
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 6 hours 32 minutes
Release date: March 8, 2022
Genres: Business & Career Development
Publisher's Summary:
Get inspired to start your own successful business! Bob Schlegel grew up on a struggling family farm, and like his entrepreneurial father, he took charge of his destiny by starting his own businesses—often more than one at a time. He and his wife Myrna partnered together in their early endeavors an...2022-03-086h 32
Untidy FaithActs 21-22 | Kristin Garrett and Drew DixonMy guests today are Drew Dixon and Kristin Garrett.Drew Dixon is a minister and spiritual director in Auburn, WA who longs to serve and shape the church through teaching, spiritual formation, and pastoral care. Drew currently serves at Federal Way Church of Christ where he regularly preaches, creates spiritual resources, and provides care to the congregation. He also facilitates listening spaces for individuals and community through spiritual direction and as a coordinator with Renovaré’s Fellowship of the Burning Heart. During his downtime, Drew enjoys slow mornings, scenic walks, deep conversations, watching films, reading fantasy, history, and...2022-03-071h 24
Explore the Latest Full Audiobooks in Business & Economics, Business & Career DevelopmentThe Challenger Sale: How To Take Control of the Customer Conversation by Brent Adamson, Matthew DixonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/555123to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Challenger Sale: How To Take Control of the Customer Conversation
Author: Brent Adamson, Matthew Dixon
Narrator: Brent Adamson, Matthew Dixon
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 43 minutes
Release date: February 10, 2022
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.67 of Total 3
Genres: Business & Career Development
Publisher's Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin. THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER: OVER HALF A MILLION COPIES SOLD Matthew Dixon and Brent Adamson share the secret to sales success: don't just build relationships with customers. Challenge them! What's the secret to sales success? If you're like most business leaders, you'd say...2022-02-105h 43
Explore the Latest Full Audiobooks in Business & Economics, Business & Career DevelopmentWinning on Purpose: The Unbeatable Strategy of Loving Customers by Fred ReichheldPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/552861to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Winning on Purpose: The Unbeatable Strategy of Loving Customers
Author: Fred Reichheld
Narrator: Walter Dixon
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 37 minutes
Release date: December 31, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 2 of Total 1
Genres: Business & Career Development
Publisher's Summary:
Can your company win by embracing a higher purpose? Yes—and this book tells you how. Few management ideas have spread so far and so wide as the Net Promoter System (NPS). Created by author and loyalty guru Fred Reichheld, companies across the spectrum have adopted it—from industrial giants such as Mercedes-Benz and...2021-12-318h 37
Rebel TherapistMy Biggest Year YetLooking over some of my 2021 Reflections Making more money and seeing that I can trust myself with it 🌺: Expense creep vs. thoughtful spending and being in a position to be more generous. Embracing being the breadwinner Letting go of judgement around making a greater amount of money than my partner. Knowing that I am making ethical choices with my money, that my clients are making ethical choices, including that we're not trying to pay others as little as possible. I appreciate Kelly Diels and Rachel Rodgers for their influences on my thinking about money this year. Rai...2021-12-2834 min
Journey NOWMay 5, 2021 Tough Topics in Safe SpacesHost Mike Erre and the Journey roundtable panel of Kevin Dixon, Suzie Lind, Alyssa McNally and Tim Timmons respond to an email asking why churches can’t just stick to the Bible and avoid controversial current topics. Then, Suzie Lind talks with Worship Designer Katelyn Hill about her growth as a Journey staffer as Katelyn transitions out of her role. Got comments or questions? Text us at (615) 861-9503 and join the conversation.2021-05-051h 04
Listening To AdopteesLove Yourself & F Everyone Who Doesn'tMeet Garrett, a Black, transracial adoptee within a domestic open adoption. Garrett's adoptive parents are white. "You Can't Live Your Kid's Life" "I don't care what other people think about me because I love myself. If you're gonna love me for who I am, you can come onto my ship and we can ride it together." Here's some of what we talked about: His realization that he could be totally himself and stop pleasing others. His answer to people who say "you're parents didn't want you." His feelings about his birth family...2020-11-2935 min
Listening To AdopteesTwo Adoptees UncensoredShownotes: Meet Christopher: "I use he/him/his pronouns. I identify as a queer transracial adoptee. I was born in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, formerly known as Saigon, Vietnam. I was adopted from Vietnam when I was about a year old. I grew up in Sacramento, California. I was adopted by a white family and raised in a predominantly white community." "We don't walk around with like a sign over our heads that says 'I'm adopted'....The adoptee identity is an invisible identity." Here's some of what we talked about: Developing...2020-11-2339 min
Listening To AdopteesMy Birth Father Was A Facebook Search AwayMeet Olivia, a transracial adoptee who identifies as Black, specifically Jamaican, bisexual, and sis female. She lives with her two white moms and little sister who who is also Black. One of her moms is also an adoptee. "I went from no birth father connection to all of it in less than 24 hours." "One of my favorite parts of adoption is that my parents can't pass on some of their bullshit to me as their parents passed on to them....there's no genetic anything happening in my family, so we all have our own journey."2020-11-2231 min
Listening To AdopteesRacism And Racial ReconciliationMeet Katelyn (our guest AND cohost!) I'm an international adoptee from ZhuZhou, Hunan Province, China, and I'm both the same race and interracial adoptee. I identify as a cisgender, heterosexual woman, and I'm also a follower of Jesus and Christian and I currently work at USF as a college counselor. When I'm not doing that I’m thinking about adoption, talking about adoption, journaling, and running to the beach. "I think when white parents or any parents adopt outside of their race, you are not only adopting that singular child, but actually in an ideal wo...2020-11-0834 min
Listening To AdopteesFeeling Expendable in the SystemMeet Shawn, an alum of the foster system who is also a kinship adoptive parent. Shawn identifies as Black and male. He lives with his fiancee and his nephew "What it's like to be a foster child? The word I like to use is EXPENDABLE." "That's when shit just started to hit me. I'm no longer part of my family right now. I'm state property." Here's some of what we talked about: Moving from California to South Carolina to live with his aunt Entering the foster care system at age 12 Living with...2020-10-2634 min
Listening To AdopteesPut Your Shit Aside with OliverMeet Oliver Jennings, an African-American man, adopted at 22 months, into a same-race adoption with a single mother. He's also a new father. "You gotta put your shit aside. It's not about how you feel, and them reaching out to their parents isn't because of something that you lack. There's a natural draw to want to know what's going on and where they come from and that's not because you've done anything wrong or because you lack as a parent or because you've done anything incorrect." Here's some of what we talked about: His experience...2020-10-2630 min
Listening To AdopteesAdoptees Must Be Centered Starting NowWelcome to our new podcast, Listening To Adoptees. We’re your hosts. I’m Katelyn, I’m Asian American, cis female, I go by she/her/hers and I’m a transracial and same race international adoptee from China and identify as a follower of Jesus! I’m Annie. I am white, cis female, I go by she or they, I’m queer, and I’m the parent of one child through transracial adoption and one through birth. Listening to Adoptees is a podcast for everyone in the adoption constellation: adoptees, adoptive parents, birth or first or biolo...2020-10-2611 min
Making It With Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David PicciutoEpisode 192: Different or better with Evan & KatelynThis week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto are joined by Evan & Katelyn to talk about new ideas being different but not better.
What We’re Working On
Jimmy Diresta
Was at Filson store
David Picciuto
Working on videos with Evan & Katelyn
Bob Clagett
Was at ThinkerCon in Huntsville, AL
Links:
7 Strangest New Engines
What we’re watching:
David’s Pick of the Week: The Try Guys
Bob’s Pick of the Week: Barnaby Dixon2018-11-231h 00
Quick to ListenObsessed with Pokémon Go? Don't Be Ashamed.The world can be divided into two camps: people who are playing Pokémon Go and people who haven’t realized what they’re missing. Drew Dixon falls in the former camp. An avid gamer and editor-in-chief of the nonprofit Game Church, the Nashville resident has spent the greater part of this month catching Pokémon, while exploring his city and making new friends. Earlier this week, Dixon wrote for The Local Church on what Christians miss by turning the gaming phenomenon into a recruitment tool. “I’m beginning to suspect that by plotting ways to leverage Pokémon Go to get m...2016-07-2134 min