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Going NowhereEp 11 - Going Nowhere with Michelle and CleeThis is the last full episode of season 1! We will see you soon on the podcast stage of the QCF Conference where we will reflect on our conversations and look ahead to season 2.In this episode (which we recorded last summer), our guests, Michelle and Clee, share their experience of navigating the transgender experience in both family and church environments.
2026-01-161h 20
Going NowhereEp 13 - A Premier in Nowhere with MariellaCynthia and Laura Beth are joined once again by Rachel Hall, aka Mariela for the premiere of her her brand new album, Underglow.
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(00:00:14) - Coming soon: Somewhere Special(00:00:28) - Rachel Hall Returns as a Repeat Guest(00:01:01) - Talking To Cynthia on Her New Album(00:01:52) - Mariella's New Album The Underglow(00:03:43) - The Underglow(00:10:13) - On Fall In Love Again and The Album(00:14:01) - The Importance of Female Friendships(00:17:56) - San Diego's LGBT Music Community(00:22:57) - Panic at the Disco on The Music(00:26:17) - Raspberry Management: A Queer Women's Music Collective(00:29:08) - Never Fall In Love...
2025-09-301h 09
Going NowhereEp 10 - Going Nowhere with Marian Edmonds-AllenIn this conversation, Cynthia and Laura Beth talk with Rev. Dr. Marian Edmonds-Allen about change, healing, and the importance of community in the context of LGBTQ+ advocacy and spirituality. They discuss personal journeys of acceptance, the significance of creating safe spaces, and the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in faith communities. Marion brings a perspective of optimism and resilience, highlighting the need for allies and the power of love in bridging divides. The conversation emphasizes the importance of navigating trauma, fostering understanding, and celebrating small victories in the ongoing journey toward inclusivity and acceptance.
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2025-09-121h 09
Going NowhereEpisode 9 - Peace & RestorationIn this episode, Cynthia and LB introduce the Coalition for Peace and Restoration, a community-focused organization promoting holistic wellness through the integration of body, soul, and spirit. They explore the vision behind the coalition, its inclusive approach to supporting the queer community and those adjacent to it, and the importance of creating a safe space for healing and spiritual development. The conversation highlights the coalition's activities, future aspirations, and the call for community involvement.
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(00:00:21) - Today's Podcast: We Are Actually Somewhere(00:01:14) - The Coalition for Peace and Restoration(00:05:00) - Reverend Laura Beth Buckleiter on Being the Right...
2025-09-011h 02
Going NowhereEpisode 9: Nowhere with CP&RIn this episode, we finaly talk about the launch of the Coalition for Peace and Restoration, a community-focused organization aimed at promoting holistic wellness through the integration of body, soul, and spirit. Laura Beth shares her vision for the Coalition, rooted in her personal journey and the need for a safe space for queer and queer-adjacent individuals. The conversation explores the importance of community engagement, the activities and offerings of the Coalition, and the future aspirations for growth and impact. The hosts emphasize the accessibility of spiritual health for everyone and invite listeners to get involved in supporting the Coalition's...
2025-08-201h 02
2025-07-3059 min
Going NowhereEpisode 7 Going Nowhere with Rachel Hall/MarielaIn this conversation, Rachel Hall, a queer and trans singer-songwriter, shares her journey of self-discovery, the importance of community, and the impact of political climate on her art. She discusses the complexities of family dynamics, the grief associated with her transition, and the significance of representation in the trans community. Rachel emphasizes the need to decentralize romantic relationships and highlights the hope that exists even amidst loss. Her upcoming projects and involvement in Pride events reflect her commitment to visibility and celebration of queer identities.
https://mariela.band/
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(00:00:08) - Going Nowhere(00:02:34...
2025-07-2455 min
Going NowhereEpisode 6 Going Nowhere with Sara Griffith LundIn this conversation, Laura Beth and Cynthia welcome pastor, author, and advocate, Sarah Griffiths Lund to talk about her recently released book, Blessed Minds: Breaking the Silence About Neurodiversity. Sarah's book is a wonderful introduction to understanding the beauty and complexity of neurodiversity in all the ways it shows up - especially from the perspective of leading faith community.
We talk about the intersection of mental health, neurodiversity, and the LGBTQ+ community, and wanted to include this contact for the Trevor Project, a resource for those in the community struggling with a variety of issues: https://www.t...
2025-05-0257 min
Going NowhereEpisode 5: Going Nowhere with Derek WebbIn this engaging conversation, Derek Webb discusses his journey as an artist, the importance of authenticity in creativity, and the urgency of addressing issues within the LGBTQ+ community through his music. The dialogue explores the complexities of navigating societal expectations while remaining true to oneself, emphasizing the power of vulnerability and community support. Webb shares insights on his latest project, 'Survival Songs,' which aims to provide a voice for those in need and highlights the significance of small acts of kindness in making a difference.
https://www.derekwebb.com/
2025-04-191h 20
UUCCIPeace as a Path of ResistanceRev. Laura Bethany Buchleiter is a spiritual director, speaker, writer, advocate, and consultant. She has over 30 years of experience in various Christian ministry settings. She speaks on topics ranging from gender identity and sexual orientation to self-care and wellness. In all her work Laura Beth draws heavily on her own experiences with PTSD, gender dysphoria, suicidal ideation, and the challenges that come with those when working in faith communities. Laura Beth currently makes her home base in Indianapolis, Indiana, while traveling the country wherever she is needed as an interim pastor. She has lived all over the USA, including...
2025-04-0341 min
Going NowhereGoing Nowhere Ep4 - Marla TavianoCynthia and Laura Beth are back to explore the themes of chaos, peace, and the importance of connection in a world filled with uncertainty. Poet, advocate, and extraordinary human Marla Taviano joins the discussion, sharing her experiences of deconstruction and the transformative power of embracing one's authentic self as she shares stories of her life and the poetry that flows from it.
for more about Laura Beth: https://laura-bethany.com/creativeworks/podcasts/
for more about Cynthia: https://cynthiavaccadavis.com/
for more about Marla: https://itsmemarla.com/
2025-03-141h 14
Going NowhereEpisode 3: Nowhere with Rev. Dr. Jessica, Misinformation AwarenessCynthia and Laura Beth are back to Nowhere with Rev. Dr. Jessica LeCrone. Jessica is a minister in the United Methodist Church with Masters of Divinity and Masters of Library and Information Science degrees. She combined all that learning and life experience into her DMin dissertation which focused on the growing challenges of Misinformation, specifically as it relates to churches, clergy, and social media.
2024-10-0856 min
Going NowhereEpisode 2: Going Nowhere with Cynthia & LB Part 2The conversation about what we are even doing here continues as Cynthia interviews Laura Beth.
2024-10-0844 min
Going NowhereGoing Nowhere with LB & Cynthia Part 1In our first venture on the journey to being "nowhere" (i.e. present in the moment), co-hosts Cynthia Vacca Davis and Laura Beth Buchleiter interview each other and explore what has inspired this project.
2024-10-0840 min
Desert Voices: Critical Thinking to Cultivate Well-Being68. Finding Affinity Spaces with Laura Beth BuchleiterWhat are "Affinity spaces and how do we find them?" Come along with Laura Beth Buchleiter and Shaleen Kendrick exploring Affinity Spaces!Jesus didn't fit in very many places, while on earth, yet belonged everywhere. Why? Because he fully completely and wholly belonged to himself first. What might that be like and how do we get there?"I think part of truly embracing and leaning into mysticism is holding space for people regardless of where they are on their journey." - Laura Beth"We do not...
2022-08-2334 min
Inglorious Pasterds298 - Love Is The Essence w/ Laura Beth BuchleiterLAURA BETH BUCHLEITER LINKS:
Trailer GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/161035c4
Website: http://laura-bethany.com
Twitter :https://twitter.com/laurabethanyb
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lbbuchleiter/
PASTERDS LINKS:
Pasterds Website: www.ingloriouspasterds.com
Pasterds Twitter: www.twitter.com/PasterdsPodcast
Michael Baysinger Twitter: www.twitter.com/mjbaysinger
Matt Polley Twitter: www.twitter.com/polleynamedmatt
Brad Polley Twitter: www.twitter.com/polleynamedbrad
Instagram: www.instagram.com/ingloriouspasterds
Facebook: www.facebook.com/pasterdspodcast
SU...
2022-05-192h 29Desert Voices: Critical Thinking to Cultivate Well-Being57. Exploring Mystic Spirituality with Laura Beth Buchleiter - Part 2If God is love and truly loves YOU and all creation, and we believe another mystic's words "for in God we live move and have our being"... Then YOU and ALL creation lives, moves, and has our being IN GOD'S LOVE. It's actually not physiologically possible for YOU or anyone else to be outside of God or distant from God.A mystic embraces this as reality stepping into the mystery we call God and the unknown future with grounded hope.Join Part 2 with Laura Beth Buchleiter and Shaleen Kendrick exploring what it means...
2022-03-3034 minDesert Voices: Critical Thinking to Cultivate Well-Being56. Exploring Mystic Spirituality with Laura Beth Buchleiter - Part 1"If we stop at God is mystery. Then there's an equity to everyone who is willing to embrace God's mystery. And that's where mysticism becomes a much stronger spiritual platform to look at the world from, for me." -Laura BethPart 1 with Laura Beth Buchleiter and Shaleen Kendrick exploring what it means to fully embrace and step into the mystery we call God (and the future.) "Mysticism is not just about not having answers. It's the comfort of not having answers, and the lack of a need to have answers. It's embracing mystery for...
2022-03-2331 minInglorious Pasterds260 - Being The Question w/ Laura Beth Buchleiter
LAURA BETH BUCHLEITER LINKS:
Trailer GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/161035c4
Website: http://laura-bethany.com
Twitter :https://twitter.com/laurabethanyb
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lbbuchleiter/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0JQyS4xNa2gMOdJWkQMfFU?si=esUxr1YDQW-_HulIyHBXOg&dl_branch=1
PASTERDS LINKS:
Pasterds Website: www.ingloriouspasterds.com
Pasterds Twitter: www.twitter.com/PasterdsPodcast
Michael Baysinger Twitter: www.twitter.com/mjbaysinger
Matt Polley Twitter: www.twitter.com/polleynamedmatt
Brad Polley Twitter: www.twitter.com/po...
2021-06-233h 03
The Podcast Made Flesh20. Laura Bethany Buchleiter on Mystery and AuthenticityLaura Beth is a preacher, speaker, author, and creative artist focusing on "working with churches in seasons of change and transition, or working with churches to give tired, hardworking pastors much-needed breaks." She is on track to graduate from Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, IN with an MDiv and has been ordained through University Baptist Church (Cooperative Baptist Fellowship) in Bloomington, IN.
She is the author of Shattering Masks: Affirming My Identity, Transitioning My Faith published under the name Laura Bethany Taylor.
You can find out more information about Laura Beth’s work at www.laura-bethany.com
2021-06-191h 20Desert Voices: Critical Thinking to Cultivate Well-Being20 - Non-Violence, Twilight, Buddha, & The Cross...Let's Talk!My good friend, Laura Beth Buchleiter asked me a while back, “What if all ministers of the Gospel first took a version of the Hippocratic oath? What if as ministers of the Gospel we first pledged to, Do No Harm.”That idea has really stuck with me...what if?Is the nature of God violent, non-violent, or somewhere in between? What is violence anyway? Is it possible to do harm when sharing the Good News of Jesus?T Mark Montoya said, “We need to unlearn things by rethinking the reason why they existed in the...
2021-02-0152 min
A People's TheologyLaura Beth Buchleiter: Being Trans and Christian
I hope your fragile heart is ready, because you’re about to fall in love with Laura Beth Buchleiter. In this episode Laura Beth talks about what it means for her to be both transgender and Christian. We also talk about her trans journey and much more.
Guest Bio/Info:
Laura Beth Buchleiter is a trans Christian, author, speaker, and seminarian.
Facebook: facebook.com/tlaurabethany
Twitter: @laurabethanyb
Special music by David Dingess:
daviddingess.bandcamp.com
Instagram: daviddingess
Get connected to Mason:
ma...
2019-09-0459 min
The #AskSteveAustin PodcastAllowing the Becoming: Trans & Faithful (feat. Laura Beth Buchleiter)Welcome to Episode 69 of the #AskSteveAustin Podcast, with Steve Austin and Laura Beth Buchleiter. If you're wondering what the journey of a trans person might be like, don't miss this episode! Steve talks with Laura Beth about faith, sexuality,
2018-07-031h 38