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SeedsSimon Mane on the meaning of Community, working in Sudan and the Humanitarian Work of World VisionSimon Mane is the national director for World Vision in Sudan. In this conversation we find out about the crisis over there as well as the work that is being done by World Vision in that country. However we start with his childhood and learning more about his childhood in Senegal, the power of Community, learning 13 languages and how he became a humanitarian worker. You can find out more about World Vision in Sudan and ways to support at https://www.worldvision.org.nz/give-now/childhood-rescue/sudan/ The conversation with Mark Ambun...
2026-06-0843 min
Curious and GroundedJacinda Ardern — Four Frames for New Zealand's Unfinished ConversationWelcome back to Curious and Grounded — the podcast where we try to stay awake to the culture we live in, and stay rooted in the faith that makes sense of it all. Today's episode I look at Jacinda Ardern's leadership at the helm of NZ govt. I invite reflection on faith formation, anger, forgiveness, and letting go.#CuriousGroundedResources:Show Notes: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sPj5t3dDxGKNa-flwyg6F6ZNy0yAP5kn/view?usp=sharingNZ Covid Strategy Saved Lives: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sP...
2026-05-2741 minCurious and GroundedWhen Love Gets Complicated — Marriage, Fidelity & the Culture We're All Living InStephen A. Smith admitted he never married because he couldn't be faithful. Megan Thee Stallion called fidelity "non-negotiable" — even as her music celebrated the opposite. And somewhere between those two headlines, millions of people are quietly wondering whether faithful, enduring love is even possible anymore.In this episode of Curious and Grounded, we sit with the mess. We look honestly at the cultural forces working against marriage, the hidden wounds of infidelity on children and spouses, and the shame that doesn't go away just because you moved on. Then we turn to the most honest diagnosis ever wr...
2026-05-1120 minCurious and GroundedArtificial Intelligence - Where To From Here? - Ep#6Welcome to Curious and Grounded. This Episode we look at the advancement of AI Artificial Intelligence with Dr. Stephen Garner. Jump right in and let's learn, let's give our faith and AI a fresh look.Robots in Japan: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9wdzyyglq5oElon Musk on Humanoid Robots: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgifEgm1-e0Al Jazeera on AI alarm Bells: https://youtu.be/Y7W9Sbu1lYQ?si=fTLR1Xln7peqBAErKaren Hao Investigates Development of AI (Exploitation in Kenya): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jd8ZTI2Ft0wStephen Garner Bios: University of Auckland...
2026-04-221h 17Curious and GroundedEaster's ManosphereWelcome to Curious and Grounded. This Episode I look at the Manosphere doco by Loius Theroux and ask 'What does Jesus have to offer men and boys caught up in it?' Jump right in! Show Notes: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-2YbDxsvxWz6f3qoi-97uAU2xf8VUKD3/view?usp=sharingDoes Gender Equality Benefit Everyone?: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pQoEMLZchiYBLbXz-Of6T0sza3PSbiI8/view?usp=sharingLike, subscribe and comment. Looking forward to hearing from you.
2026-04-0446 minCurious and GroundedWakanda is HERE!Welcome to Curious and Grounded. This Episode we look at Africa's positioning in Artificial Intelligence development across the continent. MASSIVE investment is happening at the moment. I make a theological case and quasi manifesto to foster commitment. Jump right in and let's learn and enjoy.Episode 2: A.I. as a layered cake: https://youtu.be/Y_qPmGzT5QUShow Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/12tEFvP4KJFXR_NqYJOfpN-fuVAu54jAL/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110356249316073359854&rtpof=true&sd=trueLike, subscribe and comment. Looking forward...
2026-03-1719 minCurious and GroundedFaith For A.I. Cake?Welcome to Curious and Grounded. This Episode we look at Jensen Huang's Cake illustration of stacked framework of Artificial Intelligence. Jump right in and let's learn, let's see give our faith a fresh look.Show notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sK9HnCXhaLjhn_g5CS4eLk9ErrqktDq01_IATL5PKNU/edit?usp=sharingFollow, like, subscribe and comment. #CuriousGroundedLooking forward to hearing from you.
2026-03-0611 minCurious and GroundedIranian Conflict - Faith Hope LoveWelcome to Curious and Grounded. This is a special episode looking at the conflict in Iran. How can the Christian faith help in processing the unfolding situation? Show notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PICzFhKm-Pv0k8l5IBwwLh3MArqHa2pE/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110356249316073359854&rtpof=true&sd=trueFollow, Like, subscribe and comment. Looking forward to hearing from you.#CuriousGrounded
2026-03-0218 minCurious and GroundedWhy So Curious?Today on Curious&Grounded I am setting the foundation on Curiosity, the kind that this podcast will seek to nurture in dialogue with you the listener and watcher. I am stoked you've chosen to be part of the curious and grounded experience.Find the show notes here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HNidmqHsUb0tskwrlx1uzbKSHIHeIwYk59c20uojZOA/edit?usp=sharingRemember to like, subscribe and hit the notification bell to get notified when more episodes are out. Share the pod with all who may benefit from this.
2026-02-0713 minCurious and GroundedTrailer - Curious & GroundedWelcome to Curious and Grounded. I’m your host Mark Ambundo. In a world that’s changing faster than we can keep up with, how do we stay informed without losing our footing? On this show, we take a humble but honest look at the cultural trends shaping our lives, using the Gospel as our bedrock. We’re here to be curious about the world, but deeply grounded in our faith. #CuriousGrounded
2026-01-1102 min
Hope Presbyterian ChurchPanel Discussion Our panelists Tony Kan, Mark Ambundo, Stefanie Gutschmidt and Roy Warren answer questions from the floor.
2024-04-211h 17Hope Presbyterian ChurchPanel Discussion Our panelists Tony Kan, Mark Ambundo, Stefanie Gutschmidt and Roy Warren answer questions from the floor.
2024-04-211h 17
The Garrison PodcastArtificial Intelligence and Salvation - With Mark Ambundo | Ep. 44Often, Christianity emphasizes salvation from Hell, but what lies beyond that? What unfolds after forgiveness for a Christian?
Moreover, why does sharing one's faith hold such significance, especially when some individuals are content with their current lifestyle? Explore these intriguing questions with Pastor Mark Ambundo and Nic in a unique interview where Artificial Intelligence intertwines with the concept of salvation...
To ask a question, or contact Nic, email: thegarrisonpod@gmail.com
2024-03-1730 min
SeedsB Corps: the what, why and how - live panel discussionThis is a live panel discussion recorded 17 July 2019 in Christchurch at an event to answer questions about B Corps. In it we hear from 6 different people about their experiences either working for B Corps or looking to become one, as well as from Andrew Davies from B Labs Australia and New Zealand. The panellists are: Tim Jones, from Grow Good (Tim hosted and organised the event) https://www.growgood.co Andrew Davies, CEO of B Labs Australia and New Zealand https://bcorporation.com.au/about-b-lab Michelle Sharp, CEO of Kilmarnock Enterprises https://www.kilma...
2019-07-191h 16
SeedsTech for Good: A live panel for TechWeek19 discussing this with Tim Jones, Georgia Robertson, John Ascroft, Dave Lane and Menno Finlay-SmitsTech for Good? This is a panel discussion on that topic recorded just one week ago. We joined forces with Ian Wells (many thanks to you) from Canterbury Tech and hosted a Techweek 2019 session in the Parry Field Lawyers boardoom considering "Tech for Good" and what legal structures are best: charity? Company? Social Enterprise? Something else? After an intro from Kris Morrison (Partner at Parry Field), we heard from a range of panelists with questions facilitated by me and hearing the journey of Tim Jones (Kilmarnock/Grow Good Guy), Georgia Robertson (Humanitix) , Menno Finlay-Smits (Cacophony Project), John Ascroft (Jade Softw...
2019-05-271h 36
SeedsSeeds Takeover! Tim Jones & Mark Ambundo discuss ... everything!Two former podcast guests have become great friends in the last year and as I respect each of them so highly I invited them to come back and chat about whatever they wanted - I knew the quality would be superb and so on this episode they offer their unique perspectives on the West, the future, holding hands, cultures, colonisation, people, dog walking, spirituality, purpose, driving culture, social enterprise ... it's wide ranging which has always been the purpose of this podcast - to tell good stories and stimulate thinking. This is the best type of podcast mashup to keep t...
2018-10-081h 02
Life Church NZLife at Ten - 05/11/17Guest speaker Mark Ambundo speaks on how God is out for the lost and the nations at our God of Nations service.
2017-11-0529 min
SeedsMark Ambundo with an African perspective on Western Culture and taking advantage of opportunitiesGrowing up in Kenya and what life is like in the city of Nairobi, what impresses about Western culture when viewed from an African perspective, how community is different, the opportunities people may take for granted here and what it means to find your purpose. Mark Ambundo has been in New Zealand for less than a year and in this conversation gives his unique perspective on what we probably take for granted. Mark is a pastor at Hope Presbyterian Church in Christchurch.
2017-10-2543 min
South West SermonsGod Seeks to Grow My Trust in Him Mark Ambundo explains how God is seeking to grow our trust in him, and why this is crucial for our witness to others.
2016-11-2740 minSouth West SermonsGod Seeks to Grow My Trust in Him Mark Ambundo explains how God is seeking to grow our trust in him, and why this is crucial for our witness to others.
2016-11-2740 minSouth West SermonsGod Seeks to Grow My trust in Him Mark Ambundo explains how God is seeking to grow our trust in him, and why this is crucial for our witness to others.
2016-11-2042 minSouth West SermonsGod Seeks to Grow My trust in Him Mark Ambundo explains how God is seeking to grow our trust in him, and why this is crucial for our witness to others.
2016-11-2042 min