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KindredsThe PortalIn this final episode of Kindreds, Ashley and Katey talk about their 7 years of creating the podcast, what it has meant to them, and why they decided it was time to end the show.Resources"Are You in the Portal?" by Anne Helen Peterson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-1729 minKindredsTackling the Taboo: Are We Christian?What does being Christian even mean anyway? Who gets to decide what a Christian is? That's what we discuss in this episode and how we've evolved in our understanding of how the label "Christian" feels to us. We talk about evangelicalism, Jesus, deconstruction, Christian nationalism, and how we understand our ever-changing spirituality these days. In short, it's complicated.We will be taking a break from recording episodes this fall. Stay tuned for more in our "Tackling the Taboo" series toward the end of 2023! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-0436 minKindredsTackling the Taboo: The Precious Illusions of MarriageWhat do the Bachelor, Love is Blind, the Ultimatum, and all of the other competition dating reality TV shows have in common? Really problematic narratives about marriage! We break down some of our most "precious illusions" (thanks, Alanis Morissette) about finding "the one," tying the knot, and having a "successful" marriage. We discuss the conveyor belt narratives that leave so many of us miserable, dissatisfied, and lost in the relationships we are told will fulfill us completely. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-1051 minKindredsWhat We're Enjoying These DaysWe take a break from our Tackling the Taboo series to celebrate the beginning of summer by talking about what we’re enjoying these days. We talk about some of the books, movies, creative projects, and practices that we are loving right now.Full shownotes: https://kindredspodcast.com/2023/06/05/episode-74-what-were-enjoying-these-days/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-0552 minKindredsTackling the Taboo: One and DoneBeing a parent of an only child comes with all kinds of baggage and inappropriate comments and questions. We discuss the ways that only children are stigmatized and dispel some of the cultural myths surrounding this family structure. Shownotes: https://kindredspodcast.com/2023/05/08/episode-73-tackling-taboo-one-and-done/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-05-0853 minKindredsTackling the Taboo: Are We Wine Moms?CW: we discuss alcohol and drinking on this episode. How has our relationship with alcohol changed over the course of our lives? And are "wine moms" really a thing or are we just failing parents of young children?Shownotes https://kindredspodcast.com/2023/02/27/episode-72-tackling-taboo-are-we-wine-moms/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-2734 minKindredsTackling the Taboo: Sex and SexualityWelcome to our seventh year of recording Kindreds! This year we are tackling some taboo topics that until now we were a little too fearful to talk about on the show at the length. This episode we start a conversation about sex and sexuality with a focus on what we learned at church, school, and in the culture as young people and how we're unlearning and re-educating ourselves about sex and sexuality in our 30s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-01-3047 minKindredsWrapping Up 2022We wrap up 2022 with some life updates from the fall, some of our favorite things from the year, and how we are making the end of this year. And of course, we included our annual Spotify playlist.Link to playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4aPDl74PcN9dAKSVblUCFr?si=0a9aba471abd446bShownotes: https://kindredspodcast.com/2022/12/19/episode-70-wrapping-up-2022/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-1954 minKindredsAfterlife?We explore the age-old question of what happens when we die. We return to our evangelical roots and discuss theologies of salvation, atonement, and baptism—and how those things are portrayed in church culture (hell house, anyone?). Is Hell even a biblical concept at all? Then we move into talking about where we land these days. In short, we have a lot of questions, and we’re just fine with that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-2451 minKindredsNavigating Grief, Part 2: What Does It Mean To Heal?What does it mean to heal from grief? Is it something we do alone, or is healing a communal effort? What does support look like for grieving people, and where do we go for that support? How do we support people we love who are grieving? These are some of the things we talk about in this second conversation about grief.Some of the areas we discuss are the ways that churches show up (and don’t) when we are suffering a loss, how grief connects to the rituals of different religious seasons and practices, and some of the worst th...2022-09-0556 minKindredsNavigating Grief, Part 1: Naming and ClaimingFor a long time we’ve been saying that we need to record an episode about this heavy topic, but we’ve just been too mired in it ourselves to talk about it publicly. We’re finally ready, and we have so much to say that we’re making it a two-parter.In this episode we talk about what exactly grief is, what some of the different types are, and how no matter the source, your grief is valid. Things We Mention: Brene Brown's Atlas of the HeartColumbia Center for Complicated GriefWebinar: Healing the Brain After Loss Hosted on Acast...2022-08-0139 minKindredsSummertime SurvivalWe talk about our reactions to the post-Roe reality that we are making our way through, how we are navigating our own grief journeys this year, and what we are turning to for comfort in these hard days. Ashley shares about the compounded grief her family is experiencing, and Katey shares about coming out about being queer. Resources We Mention:-AbortionsWelcome.org, our pro-choice spiritual companion for before, during, and after abortion-National Network of Abortion Funds-ineedana.com for abortion seekers-Emergent Strategy by adrienne marie brownOur Comforts- Rebecca Campbell's community Sancutary- Hacks on HBO- Harry Styles's album, Harry's House...2022-07-0847 minKindredsLife UpdatesKatey and Ashley share life updates, some big lows and some inspiring highs, and they share some of their inspiring, fun reads on their currently-reading lists: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, Come As You Are, The Once and Future Witches, and The Firekeeper's Daughter. Be sure to check out www.abortionswelcome.org and pick up a copy of Katey's book A Complicated Choice at our online bookstore! https://bookshop.org/shop/kindreds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-04-1131 minKindredsA Complicated Choice with Katey ZehAshley sits down with Katey to discuss her new book A Complicated Choice: Making Space for Grief and Healing in the Pro-Choice Movement. We talk about how this wasn't the book Katey intended to write, how the process of writing it taught her a lot about burnout, and how we can all learn to be more compassionate in the ways that we talk about abortion, especially in how we show up for people who are experiencing it. Buy the book: www.bookshop.org/shop/kindredsCheck out the show notes: http://kindredspodcast.com/2022/02/16/episode-64-a-complicated-choice-by-katey-zeh/ Hosted on Acast. See...2022-02-1629 min
KindredsAbortions WelcomeWhat would it look like to meet the full human needs of people who experience abortion? That's what this episode is all about. Ashley and Katey talk about their year-long joint effort to create Abortions Welcome, a virtual space dedicated to providing spiritual support and accurate information to anyone who is preparing for, experiencing, or processing an abortion.We also talk about Katey's new book A Complicated Choice: Making Space for Grief and Healing in the Pro-Choice Movement. This story-telling book explores the personal and systemic nuance of abortion and calls on people of faith to engage in sacred listening...2022-01-3029 min
KindredsWrapping Up 2021We take a look at the last year(what we refer to as 2020 Part 2), revisit the joys and the sorrows, and share what's next for us.Check out our 2021 playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4HajWmGv01HyNcRfFDFeM5?si=2579bcd8e791457f. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-12-1435 min
KindredsChristian Supremacy and Anti-JudaismQuick note: If you haven’t listened yet to episode 60 with Sheila Katz, the CEO of the National Council of Jewish Women, about religious freedom, reproductive rights and abortion access, and anti-Semitism, go back and check it out.Building off of our last episode about anti-Semitism, we take on the topic of Christian hegemony and how pervasive it is in our culture, from workplaces to schools to the ways we celebrate milestones. We also talk specifically about the ways anti-Judaism has shaped the interpretation of Christian sacred texts that reinforce anti-Semitism. We wrap up the episode with some practical ideas fo...2021-09-2937 min
KindredsReligious Freedom and Antisemitism with Sheila KatzWe welcome our friend and colleague, Sheila Katz, to the show. Sheila Katz is the CEO of the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), a network of 180,000 advocates across the U.S. and Israel advancing the rights of women, children, and families. Since her start as CEO, Sheila has overseen the founding of the “Rabbis for Repro” campaign, building a network of over 1,000 Rabbis and Jewish clergy promoting reproductive health, rights, and justice. Additionally, under Sheila’s leadership, NCJW has made advancing anti-racism efforts at the national and local levels a priority, showing the intersectionality of racial justice in all of the...2021-08-0649 min
KindredsWomen Rising with Meghan TschanzWe interview author Meghan Tschanz, author of a new book entitled Women Rising: Learning to Listen, Reclaiming Our Voice. Meghan is a writer, speaker, and former missionary who is passionate about empowering women and reclaiming feminism for the Christian faith. She's a prolific blogger, host of the Faith and Feminism podcast, and an avid traveler. She and her husband, Dustin, live in northeast Georgia.Meghan's Website: https://www.meghantschanz.com/Follow her on Twitter: @meghantschanzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meghantschanz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-06-3042 min
KindredsExploring Intuition with Ashley EasterWe sit down with friend of the pod and Intuition Coach Ashley Easter about how to access our intuition, how to discern our intuitive voice, and how the science makes it all make sense.Check out Ashley's upcoming class Intuitive AF, May 31-June 2nd. https://www.ashleyeaster.com/intuitiveafCheck out her free Ego vs. Intuition toolkit: https://www.ashleyeaster.com/toolkit And check out her course Intuition Mastery: https://www.ashleyeaster.com/intuition-masteryFind Ashley on the internet: http://www.ashleyeaster.com/links Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-05-2527 min
KindredsFinding Our Way Through BurnoutWe get real about burnout, how it shows up for us professionally and personally, who is most at risk, and how we are finding ways to move through it: with a lot of compassion, self-love, and some good professional help.Resources we mention:Coaching with Kerry Connelly (https://www.mysticjusticepodcast.com/welcome) Daring Compassion Movement Chaplaincy (https://www.faithmattersnetwork.org/daringcompassion) Vicarious Traumatization (https://proqol.org/uploads/VT_Handout_3.2018.pdf)Compassion Fatigue (http://www.compassionfatigue.org/index.html)Burnout Symptoms (https://traumastewardship.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/when-experiencing-overrwhelm-and-trauma-trauma-stewardship-institute.pdf ) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-04-2938 min
KindredsOur Interview with Sue Monk KiddWe speak with author Sue Monk Kidd about The Book of Longings, a story of an ancient woman claiming her calling to speak truth. We also talk about our sacred practices outside of patriarchal religion and what spiritual community looks like outside of the institutional church. This is a conversation you will not want to miss. The Book of Longings is now available in paperback. We encourage you to pick up a copy at your favorite independent bookstore or on Bookshop.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-03-2641 min
KindredsWho Jesus Is to UsEpisode Summary: We take on one of the big questions of the Christian faith: who is Jesus (to us)? We go back to childhood nativity stories and Easter mornings and bring it to current day, exploring everything we were taught about Jesus the baby, the man, and the divine savior. We talk about theology, pop culture, the pressure to fit in, what salvation is al about, and what it means for us to follow Jesus now (or not). Full show notes: http://kindredspodcast.com/2021/02/18/episode-55-who-jesus-is-to-us/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-02-1847 min
KindredsReflections and the Year AheadWe look over the last (nearly) four years of recording, share some of our favorite moments in podcasting and in life, and talk about our plans for 2021. We're going to focus on what we do best: looking at the intersections of faith and feminism. We want to talk aboutJesus and who he is to us, what do we mean when we say Christian supremacy, what does liberation mean for ourselves and for everyone? We want to talk about compassion fatigue and burnout, accountability and cancel culture and leave space for some fun stuff too. Stay tuned. As always, we’d lo...2021-01-2129 min
Kindreds2020 Listener RequestOur 2020 Spotify playlist is up! Check it out. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/03rK0YYMxtGp8xp4hmiu7iSpecial thanks to our newest patron, Adelaide, and a bit thanks to all of our patrons who keep the show going. Sign up on www.patreon.com/kindreds. We answer these big questions from y'all:1. Magic vs miracles vs science. Is it all the same, just different names?2. How can you talk to someone who is so entrenched in right-wing media as to deny reality?3. Who is your new favorite elected official and why? And we share our 2020 faves like Schitt's Creek, The...2020-12-1842 min
KindredsEmbodiment: Waking Up to Our Bodies"I exist in a body." This sounds so simple, but it's actually something that Ashley and Katey have recently been exploring and owning. Maybe you can relate. Do you feel like you're just a talking head? Do you feel like the only way to know something is in your mind? Were you taught your body wasn't to be trusted? You'll want to tune into our conversation about how to reconnect body + mind + spirit.Full show notes: http://kindredspodcast.com/2020/11/13/episode-52-embodiment-waking-up-to-our-bodies/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-11-1326 min
KindredsWhat's Getting Us ThroughSome fun news to start: Sue Monk Kidd shared about our show on her Instagram! Welcome to our new listeners who found us through her post. We’re glad to have you.Honestly, we tried two other times to record an episode, and we finally got the space and energy to talk about what’s getting us through this ever-changing and wild time. We get real about boundaries, schedules, therapy, lowering our expectations, and being honest with ourselves.And we talk about some fun things that are bringing us everything from comfort and distraction to joy and levity. Here’s what h...2020-10-0836 minKindredsSue Monk Kidd and The Book of LongingsY’all probably know how much we *love* Sue Monk Kidd from some of our previous episodes, but this time we dive into our deep appreciation of her journey exploring the divine feminine through all of her books, and in particular her latest book The Book of Longings.We talk about Ana, the fictional wife of Jesus, and how her prayer has rekindled our passion for exploring the divine within ourselves.http://kindredspodcast.com/2020/09/09/kindreds-picks-the-book-of-longings/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-09-0930 minKindredsKindreds Picks: The Babysitters ClubWe take it way back to childhood...and back to the present with a discussion of The Babysitters Club, both the book series from the '90s and the Netflix adaption. We also share our current struggles with childcare, particularly in the times of COVID-19.http://kindredspodcast.com/2020/08/10/kindreds-picks-the-babysitters-club/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-08-1025 minKindredsWhat Do Libraries Have to Do with Police Abolition?Many of our public libraries, at least the buildings, have been closed for the last few months which has made us mindful of just how much we love them. What might our libraries have to do with defunding the police? Full shownotes: http://kindredspodcast.com/2020/07/27/episode-48-what-do-libraries-have-to-do-with-police-abolition/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-07-2721 minKindredsKindreds Picks: Disenfranchised Grief and Captain AwkwardKindreds Picks is where we talk about anything we didn't have time to mention on the show. This episode we are exploring the concept of disenfranchised grief and sharing wisdom from Captain Awkward's online advice column. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-07-1011 minKindredsCreativityWho gets to be creative? What does your creative process look like? And how is creativity different from productivity? We discuss discovering process art and free writing, and we talk about what gets in the way of creativity--and how we overcome it.Shownotes: http://kindredspodcast.com/2020/06/15/episode-47-creativity/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-06-1537 minKindredsTo Our White ListenersBlack Lives Matter. Right now, police brutality, white supremacy, and state-sanctioned militarism are on full display in this country, and we will not be silent. Not now, not ever.We say their names: Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Tony McDade, and countless others. Their lives matter. And at Kindreds, we are committed to doing the work of anti-racism-- and dismantling white supremacy--in our own lives, in our work as non-profit leaders, and on this show.Let's get to work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-06-0816 minKindredsKindreds Picks: Eloheh Center and The Intuitive WayOn Kindreds Picks, we discuss some of our favorite recommendations that we didn’t have time to get to in our regular episode.Ashley’s Pick: Eloheh Indigenous Center for Earth Justice After studying the Lenten guide Drawing Closer to Creator and Creation: And Indigenous Journey Through Lent, Ashley shares about the Eloheh Center, co-founded by Edith and Randy Woodley in 1999 out of concern that neither the government nor the church was addressing the many needs in Native American communities.The Woodleys believe that our response to climate change should be rooted in learning from those who have long practiced a va...2020-05-2708 minKindredsReimagining CommunityWhat does community look like when we can’t be in person? How do we see community changing and evolving in our lives right now, and how might we reimagine community for the future? We talk about the upsides and downsides of virtual community, navigating work online, and our hopes for how the lessons of COVID-19 will shape us for the better.Full shownotes at: http://kindredspodcast.com/2020/05/13/episode-45-reimagining-community/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-05-1342 minKindredsKindreds Picks: Such a Fun Age and Little Fires EverywhereOn Kindreds Picks, we discuss some of our favorite recommendations that we didn’t have time to get to in our regular episode. This episode we discuss Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid and the Hulu adaption of Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-04-2706 minKindredsThe Cult of ProductivityHave you been questioning the place of productivity in your life or in our culture as a whole? Is productivity something you cling to or repel from in times of stress? Ashley and Katey are rethinking their relationships with getting things done and how self-quarantining has impacted their feelings about our cultural obsession with output and efficiency. We explore the ways that white supremacy culture show up in our work and faith circles in ways that we often fail to recognize and share a bit about the thoughtful leaders who are showing us a new way of being in the...2020-04-1442 min
KindredsIn This TogetherIn the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, we take a time out from our regular podcast schedule to talk about how we're coping (and not), how we're stayed connected with ourselves and one another in the age of physical distancing, and how we're more committed than ever to dismantling the patriarchy. Full shownotes: http://kindredspodcast.com/2020/03/23/episode-43-in-this-together/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-03-2343 min
KindredsSoulmates or Soul Families?Do you believe in soul mates? In this episode we explore the notion of soul mates, both the more common understandings in terms of romantic partnerships and the more expansive ideas of kindred spirits and soul families. Full shownotes: http://kindredspodcast.com/2020/03/16/episode-42-soul-mates-or-soul-families/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-03-1634 min
KindredsKindreds Picks: The Universal Christ and MommaStrongOn Kindreds Picks, we discuss some of our favorite recommendations that we didn’t have time to get to in our regular episode. This episode Katey recommends Richard Rohr's The Universal Christ and Ashely shares about the website MommaStrong.Full shownotes http://kindredspodcast.com/2020/03/02/kindreds-picks-the-universal-christ-and-mommastrong/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-03-0210 min
KindredsReproductive LossThe stats don't lie.•1 in 4 U.S. women will have an abortion by the time she turns 45. •Up to 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage.•10% of all couples experience some form of infertility. Reproductive loss is common. Incredibly common. So why don't we talk about it more? Because we're uncomfortable with embodiment. With death. With grief. And so in our silence, we isolate those who are suffering in solitude. That's why we decided to dedicate this episode to reproductive loss: to explain what it is (it's way more than miscarriage) and share ways to journey alongside those who are hurting. We can't m...2020-02-1740 min
KindredsKindreds Picks: Mysticism and Inner WisdomWe discuss some of our favorite recommendations that we didn’t have time to get to in our regular episode on mysticism and inner wisdom. Ashley's PickE-book: Christ Our Black Mother Speaks by Christena Cleveland, activist and public theologian, director of the Center for Justice and Renewal. This is a collection of art, essays, questions and practices to deepen our connection to the Dark Divine Feminine. http://www.christenacleveland.com/shop/christourblackmotherspeaksKatey's PickGuided Meditation: Meeting an Unexpected Healing Guide by Michael Sealey. "This hypnotic sleep meditation will allow you to take an inner journey into your self awareness and deepest co...2020-02-0308 min
KindredsMysticism and Inner WisdomHave you ever been interested in the witchy side of spirituality? You’re in luck! We are talking all about the mystical aspects of our spirituality that we don’t usually tap into during traditional religious services. How do we go about discovering our inner voice? And when we’ve uncovered it, how do we honor it?In this episode we explore different definitions of mysticism, distinguish it from the term “New Age, ” and talk about how we can all be mystics. We look into ancient sacred texts that didn’t make it into the Christian canon, share our thoughts on the gaini...2020-01-2043 min
KindredsOur 2019 Listener Request EpisodeWe absolutely love our listeners, and that's why we dedicate our last episode of the year to your questions, comments, and ideas. This one is chock full of listener thoughtfulness--way more than we could fit into a single episode! But, we did our best to weigh in on a number of topics including deconstructing and reconstructing our faith, reclaiming "blessed" as a theological term, and the complexities surrounding reproductive dignity and freedom, including miscarriage, adoption, and child marriage.We also do a quick recap of where we were at the beginning of this decade and how we're ending it now. (Hi...2019-12-1938 min
KindredsGratitude, Blessed, and Blessings#Blessed. What about this public display of gratitude makes us cringe? In this episode about gratitude, Ashley and Katey share their thoughts on the perfunctory “thank you” we were taught as kids, what blessings are all about, and the performative nature of #blessed.It goes without saying, but in this season of giving thanks, we are incredibly thankful for our patrons, listeners, and supporters. Y’all are the best! (Want to help us keep making new episodes? Head on over to patreon.com/kindreds to support us today.)Check out the full show notes: http://kindredspodcast.com/2019/11/26/episode-38-gratitude-blessed-and-blessings/ Ho...2019-11-2639 min
KindredsEnding Gender-Based ViolenceIn recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness month, we discuss gender-based violence and what we can do to end it. GBV can take many forms, affects marginalized groups at higher rates, and starts when folks are young. We talk about how difficult it can be for survivors to come forward, how the church has failed survivors, and how we can access resources to help us become better advocates for ending GBV in all its forms.For the full shownotes: http://kindredspodcast.com/2019/10/31/episode-37-ending-gender-based-violence/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-10-3139 min
KindredsAdventures in Self-HelpFrom "life-hacking" productivity and personality tests, to relationship advice gurus and Christian based self-improvement, the genre of self-help is vast and wide. In this episode we dive into the self-help atmosphere with reflections on some of the best self-help books we've read, tried, and continue to live by. We also explore the ways in which we have been taught that self-help is and isn't compatible with faith.Read the full show notes: http://kindredspodcast.com/2019/09/30/episode-37-adventures-in-self-help/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-09-3055 min
KindredsOur Favorite ThingsWhat brings joy, even for a moment? What do we turn to when life is getting us down? Ashley and Katey share some of their favorite things, from books and podcasts to hair towels and face sprays, that are keeping them going during a tough season of work stress, parenting woes, and political chaos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-08-1649 min
KindredsThe Abortion EpisodeAbortion. We're talking all about it in this episode. We dive into the history of Christianity and abortion and how that showed up in our church upbringings. We discuss the state of abortion access today and how abortion fits within the broader framework of reproductive justice. And, we talk about how we are Christians who support abortion and why we need to talk about it more. Full show notes: http://kindredspodcast.com/2019/07/29/episode-34-the-abortion-episode/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-07-2952 min
KindredsThe Highs and Lows of LeadershipAs the old saying goes, "It's lonely at the top." We explore life as non-profit executive directors and how we cope with the isolation and pressure of being the primary decision-makers for our organizations. We also talk about what makes leadership awesome and what strategies we use to sustain their work at the top. (Big shout out to Shine Theory!) And of course, we talk about the models of strong female leadership we saw (or didn't see) in church and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-06-1545 min
KindredsWomen Rise UpOn this special episode Ashley interviews Katey about her newly released book Women Rise Up: Sacred Stories of Resistance for Today's Revolution. It's a timely take on the tenacious women of the Bible and a fresh look at how to discuss ancient texts in the context of today's struggle for gender justiceWomen Rise Up is a great option for summer book clubs, bible studies, and youth group gatherings. There's even a free discussion guide available on Katey's website. www.kateyzeh.com/women-rise-upWe honor the legacy of Rachel Held Evans who touched us both with her writing and her generous spirit. We...2019-05-2241 min
This Good Word With Steve WiensEpisode 183 | Women Rise Up with Katey ZehI got to know Katey Zeh when our mutual friend Erin Lane introduced us, and I’m so glad she did. Katey has experience working as an advocate for women and girls who are being trafficked, which has greatly informed how she reads the bible. The result is her brand new book, Women Rise Up: Sacred Stories for Today’s Revolution. Katey speaks the truth of the abuse, oppression, and erasure women have endured in the stories told in the Scriptures, much of which is still happening in the world today.
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KindredsMen and FeminismOn this episode we ask, "Can men even be feminists? And if they can, why would they *want* to be feminists?" We talk about patriarchy, toxic and tender masculinities, and displays of allyship from men and boys that we celebrate. For the full show notes, visit http://kindredspodcast.com/2019/04/23/episode-31-men-and-feminism/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-04-2347 min
KindredsAging into Our ThirtiesThis episode is all about getting older. We talk about how old we are now (34 and 35, respectively), how we feel about being in our thirties, what our bodies are like, what we’re afraid of and excited about around getting older, and what advice we’d give our younger selves.Full shownotes: http://kindredspodcast.com/2019/03/11/episode-30-aging-into-our-thirties/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-03-1151 min
KindredsWhite FeminismWhat is white feminism, and why is it a problem? In this episode we discuss our own revelations about white feminism, why it's problematic, and how white women can take active steps towards allyship.Full shownotes: http://kindredspodcast.com/2019/02/13/episode-29-white-feminism/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-02-1359 min
KindredsOur Listener Request EpisodeIn our final episode of 2018 we answer *your* questions! Why Church?What do we mean by "church home"?Do you choose friends just like you? Or do opposites attract?Would you ever consider interviewing a conservative white woman on the show?We also share some of our favorite Advent resources“Angels We Have Heard on High by our friend Rev. Elizabeth Henry on the Our Bible App"Poor, Young, and Pregnant: Christmas Meditations on Maternal Health," written by Katey!What We're Reading and Listening To Katey devoured See Me Naked: Stories of Sexual Exile in American Christianity by Amy Frykholm. Each c...2018-12-1948 min
Pulpit Fiction Podcast303: Christmas Eve!Notes and Commentary Robb and Eric were joined by special guest, Katey Zeh, of the Kindreds Podcast to discuss a lot about Luke 2:1-20, a little about Isaiah 9:2-7 and almost nothing about Titus 2:11-14 :). Enjoy! Special Guest: Katey Zeh Kateyzeh.com @kateyzeh instagram.com/kateyzeh Kindreds Podcast: A podcast for soul sisters, with Katey Zeh and Ashley Peterson 2018-12-1851 min
KindredsGender Identity and Expression with Dr. Robyn Henderson-EspinozaOn this episode we work on expanding our understanding of gender by breaking free of the gender binary. Gender is so embedded in our culture that we forget that it's a construct rather than a given. We're thrilled to have our friend Dr. Robyn Henderson-Espinoza--a Latinx scholar, queer activist, and public theologian--join us for a conversation about gender, theology, and imagination.We start by defining some key terms: cisgender, transgender, and non-binary. We pulled them from the Trans Student Educational Resources--find these definitions and many others on their site, transstudent.org.Follow Dr. Robyn on Twitter (@irboyn), Instagram (@irobyn), and o...2018-11-2853 min
KindredsCharity without Justice is ToxicAnnouncement: Our final episode of 2018 will be our Listener Request Episode, so keep sending us your questions and suggestions for topics you’d like us to address! You can send us a quick email at team@kindredspodcast.comBuilding on our last episode about money, we're focusing this episode on the big picture of money and the church. Where do our charitable contributions to churches--$83 BILLION every year--"go"? Do we know what organizations and charities our faith-based organizations support? Should we care?We talk about religion disguised as health care (i.e. crisis pregnancy centers), the trouble with disaster relief eff...2018-11-0748 min
KindredsThe Value and Virtue of MoneyAnnouncement: Our next Patreon supporter to pledge at the $7+ level will receive a free copy of Linda Kay Klein's Pure. Make a pledge today on our Patreon page. Thanks for helping us cover the cost of making, producing, and sharing this show. www.patreon.com/kindredsMoney. How do we earn it, spend it, and save it? On this episode Ashley and Katey talk about the messages we got about money in childhood from family and church and how those beliefs have evolved. We discuss scarcity, secrecy, and stewardship. Plus, what was Jesus *really* saying about money when he talked about the ca...2018-10-1753 min
KindredsOur Evolving Spiritual PracticesWe dive into prayer, meditation, and all the spiritual practices we do (or don't do) and how our spiritual lives have evolved over time--and continue to evolve.Here are some practices that we find meaningful in this stage of life:JournalingBeing in natureChoosing a yearly mantraHaving a regular gratitude practicePraying the Daily Examen, a meditative practice to end the dayWhat We're Reading and Listening To Thanks to Ashley's recommendation, Katey ate up the third season of the StartUp podcast, which follows the ups and downs of a new church plant in Philadelphia. It has us feeling *all kinds* of complicated. G...2018-09-2445 min
KindredsFriendship in AdulthoodWhy is making friends in adulthood so tough? On this episode Ashley and Katey discuss the ways that we've tried (and failed) to find friends, how we've learned to change our friendship expectations over time, and some ways that we carved out space for friendship in our busy schedules (even with young kiddos!).If you're looking to make new friends, here are some things you might try:Consider making your home (or a space you like to go) the place where people gather. Invite folks for a potluck dinner, a board game night, or a celebration of a minor holiday. Y...2018-09-0448 min
KindredsResilience and Overcoming the Fear of FailureDon't be afraid to fail big. But who gets to fail without real consequences? And how do we recover from life's most disappointing moments? Today we discuss some of our failures, our feelings about them, and how we've learned to cultivate resilience through building our internal "toolbox" of skills and practices.http://kindredspodcast.com/2018/07/18/episode-22-resilience-and-overcoming-fear-of-failure/What We're Reading and Listening ToAshley has been watching the Queer Eye reboot on Netflix. Jonathan Van Ness, one of the cast members, has a podcast called Getting Curious. His episode "How to Apply Ethics to Everyday Life," a conversation with Christian ethicist Ryan Hub...2018-07-1848 minPulpit Fiction Podcast280: Proper 11B/OT16 (7/22/2018)NOTES AND COMMENTARY Mark 6:30-34, 53-56 Ephesians 2:11-22 2 Samuel 7:1-14a Psalm 89:20-37 VOICE IN THE WILDERNESS: Chris Strickland Twitter: @ChristStrickla PSALMIST: Richard Bruxvoort Colligan Psalmimmersion.com @pomopsalmist Patreon PARTNER PODCAST: Kindreds Podcast, A podcast for soul sisters with Katey Zeh and Ashley Peterson. 2018-07-131h 01Pulpit Fiction Podcast279: Proper 10B/OT15 (July 15, 2018)NOTES AND COMMENTARY Mark 6:14-29 Ephesians 1:3-14 2 Samuel 6:1-5, 12b-19 Psalm 24 VOICE IN THE WILDERNESS: Susan Presley and Max Hazell Authors of Hezekiah: Buried in the bowels of the Earth for centuries, recently unearthed by a team of hearty explorers PSALMIST: Richard Bruxvoort Colligan Psalmimmersion.com @pomopsalmist Patreon PARTNER PODCAST: Kindreds Podcast, A podcast for soul sisters, with Katey Zeh and Ashley Peterson 2018-07-0751 min
KindredsWomen and PainPain is personal. But what happens when our pain isn’t taken seriously? We dive into the dynamics of pain, gender, and the medical community, and we address how this impacts women of color particularly. We talk specifically about childbirth and pain more generally–and the messages we got as kids about “making a fuss” over our ailments.Read the full show notes at:http://kindredspodcast.com/2018/07/03/episode-21-women-and-pain/**Have you pledged to support Kindreds on our Patreon page? You can sign up in less than a minute–and for as little as $1 a month. Thanks for helping us cover the cost o...2018-07-0352 min
KindredsWhen 'Sorry You're Mad' Doesn't Cut ItAshley and Katey are back together again! To celebrate our 20th episode Ashley is busy creating a custom Kindreds playlist on Spotify and Amazon Prime to share with our listeners. As a special treat for our Patreon supporters, we'll make the playlist available two weeks early. Not a patron yet? It's so easy to sign up. Head over to our Patreon page and sign up. http://patreon.com/kindreds We're really grateful for our friends over at the Pulpit Fiction podcast who are having accessible conversations about the lectionary texts each week. In particular we love the conversation they did last...2018-06-2445 min
KindredsReframing Reproductive Rights with Asha DahyaKatey speaks with filmmaker and journalist Asha Dahya about her upcoming documentary series Life At All Costs: Going Beyond Pro Choice vs. Pro Life. We talk about her faith journey from evangelicalism to spiritual searching and how that shapes her work around changing the conversation around reproductive health and rights.Asha Dahya is a journalist, a filmmaker, and the Content Creator and Editor-in-Chief of GirlTalkHQ, a daily women’s news media site with a mission to inspire and empower, and that centers positive news for women with a focus on the representation of women in the media. Follow her on Tw...2018-06-0450 min
KindredsSearching for Belonging with Cari JacksonAfter a brief life update from Ashley (she's coming back to the podcast soon!) Katey talks with Cari Jackson about what to do when we long for spiritual community but have trouble finding a place where we fit in. Cari offers some ideas for how to begin creating community on our own, and we even touch on the Beyoncé Mass briefly.Rev. Dr. Cari Jackson is the author of five books, a speaker, a social healer, and a leadership coach. Cari is ordained minister, holds PhD in social ethics, and also has a law degree. She’s currently the Executive for...2018-05-1453 min
KindredsRachel Marie Stone on Birth, Death, and HopeKatey joins author Rachel Marie Stone to discuss her latest book Birthing Hope: Giving Fear to the Light. We examine the simultaneous discomfort and the awe we feel about how in the act of giving birth, we touch death as we bring new life into the world. We discuss the ways that the medicalization of birth has changed the ways that we think about birth, the importance of affirming women's self-knowledge of their own bodies, and the ways that birth can teach us about the nature of God.Rachel is the author of Eat With Joy: Redeeming God’s Gift of Foo...2018-04-231h 05
KindredsErin Lane on Taking Sabbatical and Celebrating Small VictoriesOn this episode Katey sits down with author Erin Lane about her decision to take a year-long sabbatical, what responsibility she feels for the time, and what lessons--like celebrating small victories--she has learned that we all can incorporate into our lives, whether or not we can take a year off from paid work.Erin is the author of Lessons in Belonging from a Church-Going Commitment Phobe and the co-editor of Talking Taboo: American Christian Women Get Frank About Faith (Katey has a chapter in this book). She is a retreat facilitator for the Center for Courage & Renewal and Chair of the...2018-04-031h 01
KindredsAshley Easter on Leaving Fundamentalism and Ending Abuse in the ChurchWe interview advocate Ashley Easter about her upbringing in the stay-at-home daughter movement, how reading scripture on her own paved the way for her to leave fundamentalism, and how she works to end abuse in all forms, both within the walls of the church and beyond.Ashley is a writer, speaker, and a powerful advocate for survivors of abuse, especially those who have been abused by leaders within their faith communities. She is the author of The Courage Coach: A Practical, Friendly Guide on How to Heal From Abuse. She’s also the founder of the Courage Conference, a gathering fo...2018-03-1538 min
KindredsCindy Brandt on Faith Shifting and Unfundamentalist ParentingWe talk with writer Cindy Brandt about her shifting faith journey, identifying as a feminist, and approaching parenting in an unfundamentalist way. Cindy is the author of an upcoming book on parenting from a progressive Christian perspective. Her website is cindywords.com where she blogs about faith, culture, and parenting. She’s the founder of the Raising Children Unfundamentalist Facebook Group which has over 11K members. She describes herself as “a social justice Christian and a feminist more interested in being evangelized than evangelizing.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-03-0143 min
KindredsLessons in MarriageIn honor of Valentine’s Day–and all of its baggage–Katey and her special co-host Matt (Katey’s husband of nearly five years) discuss what it means to be married. We talk about our failures in past relationships and how they inform our partnership today. We discuss how parenting has changed our relationship and how Matt’s background in psychology has helped us work through some of our toughest moments.If any relationship–romantic, professional, familial, and friendly–is going to be healthy and sustainable, we all need to do the deep work of self-discovery. Some of the psychological concepts that...2018-02-1536 min
KindredsMini-Episode: Behind the Scenes at KindredsWe take a brief hiatus from our month off from recording to talk about what has been going on behind the scenes with the podcast! We talk about why we decided to make a podcast, the ins-and-outs of how we put each episode together, and how our listeners can help us out by supporting our brand-new Patreon page at patreon.com/kindreds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-02-0512 min
KindredsPregnancy and Paid Family LeaveIn this longer, year-end episode, we continue our conversation about bodies--but this time we're talking about pregnancy. And one of us makes a big announcement!Pregnancy can be a complicated experience, even when it's planned and even when there are no major physical complications. We talk about the weird ways that pregnancy changes not only our bodies, but also our mental and emotional lives. If that wasn't enough to deal with, pregnancy and childbirth can be very costly depending on where you live, what insurance you have, and what options you have for where to give birth.Speaking of costs...2017-12-1957 min
KindredsBodies, Health, and WellnessWe discuss the complicated and often toxic diet, fitness, and "wellness" culture that feeds us the myth that in order to be our best selves, we have to lose weight, get into shape, and achieve our dream bodies.In our pursuits to be "healthy" (meaning thin), we end up doing a lot of unhealthy (and expensive) things! Plus we don't even have a shared understanding of what healthy means--not even among medical professionals. We attach all kinds of character attributes to the way our bodies look and what we do them. If we eat something healthy, we’re “good.” If we eat a...2017-12-0747 min
KindredsDestigmatizing Mental Health (Self Care Part 2)In a follow-up to Episode 2 "Self-Care as Self-Preservation," we take on the topic of mental health. It’s something most of know we need to pay attention to in our own lives, and yet there are a lot of barriers to accessing quality care, especially when we need it most. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-11-2739 min
KindredsWhat It Means to Be WhiteWhat does it mean to live in the world as white Christian women? We resist the urge to turn away from the discomfort of talking about whiteness and dive into the very real privileges of living as white people. We discuss white culture, the problem of "colorblindness," the system of white supremacy, and what our white faith communities have to say about race. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-11-0143 min
KindredsThe Real Cost of Emotional LaborWhat does it mean to bear the burden of emotional labor? This unpaid, unending work falls disproportionately to women, and it can be hard to define because it depends on the context. At work emotional labor includes adjusting the expressions of your emotions to benefit a colleague or client in a positive way (i.e. “service with a smile"). In relationships it can mean engaging in intensive conversations with friends and loved ones, listening to their problems, being in charge of hosting people when they visit, communicating with children’s teachers and doctors about their care, etc. Hosted on Aca...2017-10-1633 min
KindredsDating RulesWhat are the dating dos and don'ts that single people are expected to follow if they're part of a church community? We discuss the experience of dating while Christian, specifically in the more conservative and evangelical world that we grew up in. We pay particular attention to the troubling double standards for men and women that we were taught as young people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-09-2637 min
KindredsSticking Together for Survival...and ResistanceCan women get along with each other? Whether it’s in the workplace, in friendship, or in church, we’re often told that women are incapable of working well with each other. Is there something to this generalization or is it more of a self-fulfilling prophecy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-09-0630 min
KindredsBeing FeministDo you identify as a feminist? If so, what does that mean? We challenge the idea of “choice feminism” while discussing our personal struggles with decisions we’ve made that might not be perceived as “feminist.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-07-1934 min
KindredsGender Roles and Dress CodesWhat’s behind the “modesty rules” for dress in schools and faith communities? How do these explicit and implicit rules impact boys and girls? What about for people of color and those who identify as genderqueer? We explore our curiosities around the gender of clothing and its broader cultural implications. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-07-1929 min
KindredsThe Question of KidsShould I have a kid? Can I have a kid? We dive into the complex questions surrounding the decision-making process of how we create our families. We also lift up the many barriers and injustices that prevent people from being able to make these decisions freely. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-07-1930 min
KindredsSelf Care as Self PreservationDoes self-care have to cost a lot of money? Does it have to be practiced in solitude? We discuss the guilt and insecurities we feel when we don’t know how to meet our own needs--and offer up some practices that have helped us learn to do just that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-07-1930 min
KindredsLeadership SkillsWhen we call a girl “bossy” or a woman “intimidating” what are we really communicating to and about her? We talk about the importance of raising girls up as leaders, both within their faith communities and outside of them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-07-1929 min