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People & PlacePost Summer UpdateAfter a full summer I share a brief update on the future of this show. 2024-09-0304 minPeople & Place52. Mercy by Dorothy DayThis is the last episode of this season. I hope you enjoy it and thank you for joining me through this study. How can our mercy be the extension of love to others?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend...2024-04-2523 minPeople & Place51. Wounds by Catharine Doherty & Ed LoringHow can we help the wounded people around us? How should we approach the wounds of others?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening...2024-04-1824 minPeople & Place50. WelcomeWhat are the challenges you face in welcoming people into community? Are we called to welcome everyone into our communities?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com...2024-04-1119 minPeople & Place49. Hospitality by Christine D. PohlDo we need boundaries for hospitality? Should our hospitality be available to everyone?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you can view...2024-03-2822 minPeople & Place48. Interruptions by Emmanuel Katongole and Chris RiceHow should we react to interruptions? What is the purpose of interruptions?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you can view my...2024-03-2225 minPeople & Place47. Next Door by Charles E. MooreWhat is the risk of being too focused on a mission?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you can view my other...2024-03-1627 minPeople & Place46. Good Fences by Elizabeth DedeAre good fences or walls needed? Is there a risk to a community if there are no barriers?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for...2024-03-0730 minPeople & Place45. Comfort Zones by Eugene H. Peterson & Elton TruebloodWhy is sectarianism dangerous? What does it mean for the Church to transcend itself?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you can...2024-02-2927 minPeople & Place44. Revolution by John M. PerkinsHow do you think relocation, reconciliation, and redistribution can lead to a revolution? Which would you find the most challenging?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com...2024-02-2225 minPeople & Place43. Celebration by Richard J. FosterWhat is the difference between celebration and partying? How do you like to celebrate?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you can...2024-02-1622 minPeople & Place42. At Table by Leonardo Boff & Dietrich BonhoefferWhat is the significance of eating food together at a table? Why is it important to build community by eating together?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail...2024-02-0826 minPeople & Place41. Forgiveness by Johann Christoph ArnoldWhy is forgiveness important for the community?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you can view my other ventures below. http://www.masonunrau.com2024-02-0129 minPeople & Place40. Repentance by Benedict of NursiaWhat is the purpose of repentance? How is church discipline beneficial?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you can view my other...2024-01-2528 minPeople & Place39. Transparency by Dietrich BonhoefferWhat does it mean to be transparent in the community? Is there a time when we should not be transparent?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com...2024-01-1821 minPeople & Place38. Solitude by Henri J. M. Nouwen & Eberhard ArnoldWhat is the purpose of solitude? Are solitude and isolation different? What are you giving and receiving from community?
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This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail...2024-01-1226 minPeople & Place37. Family Values by Andy CrouchWhat role do single and married people play in community and a common household?
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This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you can v...2024-01-0427 minPeople & Place36. Children by Charles E. MooreWhat role do children play in the community? How can we better integrate children into our lives?
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This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Th...2023-12-1419 minPeople & Place35. Money by Jodi GarbinsonWhat role does money play in your life? Do you think a common purse is possible in community?
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This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gm...2023-12-0732 minPeople & Place34. Submission by Richard J. Foster & John F. AlexanderWhat does it look like to submit to leadership? Why is submission so unpopular in today's culture?
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This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunraupho...2023-11-3025 minPeople & Place33. Leadership by Henri J.M. Nouwen (In the Name of Jesus)What are the responsibilities of Leaders and Followers? What are leaders called to?
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This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.co...2023-11-2327 minPeople & Place32. Dialogue by Elizabeth O'ConnorWhat is true dialogue? What is the purpose of dialogue? Does dialogue occur in churches?
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This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions...2023-11-1628 minPeople & Place31. Unity by Chiara Lubich & Stephen B. ClarkHow can we reach unity? Why did Jesus think unity was important?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you can...2023-11-1027 minPeople & Place30. Conflict by David JanzenHow do you deal with conflict? In what ways can conflict actually be an opportunity?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you...2023-11-0225 minPeople & Place29. Differences by Joan Chittister & Henri NouwenIs diversity needed for Christian Community? When are differences a blessing and when do they cease to be?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com...2023-10-2727 minPeople & Place28. Irritations by Anthony De Mello and Roy HessionWhat does it mean about us when we are irritatedWhat does it mean to pull the plank from our eye before the spec of dust from our neighbour's eye? Are we called to not judge?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite...2023-10-1931 minPeople & Place27. Acceptance by Adele J. GonzalezTo what degree should we accept others as Christians? Should we ignore the challenges we face with community members?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail...2023-10-0626 minPeople & Place26. Vocation by John F. AlexanderWhat is the purpose of our work? How does our vocation impact our life mission?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening...2023-10-0126 minPeople & Place25. Deeds by Mother Teresa & John F. AlexanderCan you clean a toilet?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities. Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, and you can view my other ventures below. http://www.mason...2023-09-2328 minPeople & Place24. Love by Thomas Merton & Søren KierkegaardWhat is Love? What is needed for love? Love is the base of all things.
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities.
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Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at mason...2023-09-1735 minPeople & Place23. Promises by Jonathan Wilson-HartgroveWhat is the significance of promises? Why does our culture have such a challenge with promises and covenants?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities.
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Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. I...2023-09-0833 minPeople & Place22. God's Call by Henri J.M. NouwenAre we all called to Christian community? What does it mean to hear God's Call?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities.
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Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have an...2023-09-0219 minPeople & Place21. The Center by Dietrich BonhoefferWhat is the difference between 'human love' and 'spiritual love?' How do we differentiate between community and Christian community?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities.
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Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode wit...2023-08-2426 minPeople & Place20. Surrender by Arthur G. GishHow do we give up our will so that we may completely follow Jesus' will? Is it possible to partially commit to Christian Community?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities.
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Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share yo...2023-08-1834 minPeople & Place19. Beyond Self by Jean VanierWhat is the process of moving from "community for myself" to myself for the community?
This season, I'm exploring the book "Called to Community," edited and compiled by Charles E. Moore. Throughout this year-long study, I will work through what it means to live intentionally with others. The book covers a wide range of topics, authors, and ideas, that exemplify the diversity of Christian communities.
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Please leave a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have an...2023-08-1127 minPeople & PlaceSearching For DepthAuthor: Richard Rohr
Book: "The Universal Christ"
Chapter: Things at Their Depth
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Intro music is Sufjan Stevens - Meditation I - Convocations: https://www.youtube.com/w...2021-06-1514 minPeople & PlaceSpeak from ExperienceAuthor: Elizabeth O'Connor
Book: "Called to Community"
Chapter: Dialogue
I try to distinguish between speaking from our experiences and claiming that our truth is the only one that matters.
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Book: "The Art of the Commonplace"
Chapter: "A Native Hill"
I explore the idea that art is a destructive act rather than the current assumption of creativity. I hope you join me in this thought experiment and let me know what you think!
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Thanks for listening and you can view my other v...2020-12-3114 minPeople & PlaceChristmas RestBook: "Common Prayer - A Liturgy for Ordinary Radicals"
Chapter: Occasional Prayers - Prayer to Welcome the Sabbath
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays! In this episode, I'm reminded of the importance of rest and reflection in order to anticipate the upcoming year. I hope you all can take the time to do the same!
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Thanks for listening and...2020-12-2410 minPeople & PlaceSimple LegacyAuthor: Wendell Berry
Book: "The Art of the Commonplace"
Chapter: A Native Hill
I relate closely to the sentiments Berry shares in the reading of this episode. I also discuss how our level of development impacts our ability to change or help others and how the simple lives of some should be recognized as leaving a legacy. As I mentioned https://native-land.ca/.
It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, e...2020-12-1614 minPeople & PlaceExistential PurposeAuthor: Norman Wirzba
Book: "Living the Sabbath - Discovering the Rhythms of Rest and Delight"
Chapter: Losing Our Way
I discuss a few fundamental questions such as "what is our purpose, is the work we do 'essential', and others.
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2020-12-0917 minPeople & PlaceEmbodied CommunityAuthor: Gerhard Lohfink
Book: "Called to Community"
Chapter: Embodiment
What does it mean to be called to community? I share my experience in a book study around community formation and discuss how we may embody a healthy community that is able to give from the excess created through the efficiency and pursuit of the ideal.
It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at masonunrauphoto@gmail.c...2020-11-1019 minPeople & PlaceHomelandAuthor: Wendell Berry
Book: Sex, Economy, Freedom, and Community.
Chapter: Conservation & Local Economy
The essence of a homeland is not only derived from the geographical location we occupy. An understanding of homeland arrises within an individual who has developed in a place and has learned to see the place for what it is. They can see what is good and what is harmful, they have an understanding of where the place once was and where it is headed, they care for the people around them and are also cared for, and they yearn...2020-10-2123 minPeople & PlaceUtopian Urban HabitatsAuthor: Richard Bauckham
Book: "Living with Other Creatures"
Chapter: Humans Have Dominion
In this episode, I discuss my disdain for mowing grass, creature care, land use in town, and prioritizing other creatures well being in our daily lives.
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Thanks for listening and you ca...2020-07-1412 minPeople & PlaceSamenessAuthor: Joan Chittister
Book: "Called to Community: The Life Jesus Wants for His People"
This week we look into the dynamics between sameness, unity, and individual identity.
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http://ww...2020-07-0712 minPeople & PlaceUprooted UsurpersIn this episode, I share a few candid thoughts that have been provoked during the pandemic and BLM movement. Any disclaimers you see appropriate or necessary apply.
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It would be w...2020-06-2216 minPeople & PlaceWho Are You?Author: Wendell Berry
Book: "What Are People For?"
Chapter: A Practical Harmony
With the extra time, we all have an opportunity to attempt to answer the questions of who are we and what are we here for? What have you come up with?
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Book: Called to Community
Chapter: Love
What does it mean to love another selflessly? In this episode, I explore the need for love in times of uncertainty and scarcity.
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http://www.ma...2020-03-3017 minPeople & PlaceHope & DirectionOften life can seem uncertain and in this time of forced rest, due to this pandemic, we have time to reflect and give thanks. Use this time to rest and evaluate what matters in this life.
Reading: "Living the Sabbath" by Norman Wirzba
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...2020-03-2318 minPeople & PlaceA Narrative for the FutureThis is the 50th episode! Thank you all for listening and enduring my inconsistency. For this momentous episode, I read an excerpt from Wendell Berry's essay called "One being asked for A Narrative for the Future." I also dive into my reasoning and motivation for why I create this show. I hope to continue these conversations and would love to hear from you.
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People & PlaceBeing Alone & LonelinessI talk about the struggle of loneliness and the desire to be desired.
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Twitter - https://twitter.com/masonunrau2020-02-1009 minPeople & PlaceThe Role of CreaturesThe reading this week is "The Canticle of Creation" by Saint Francis of Assisi. I also look at a brief excerpt from Richard Bauckham's book "Living with other Creatures" and provide a few of my thoughts pertaining to how we understand other creatures on earth. What roles do they play and how does it impact our lives?
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.2020-01-1614 minPeople & PlaceElectric Cars - Existential Ecology SeriesI discuss the Cyber truck, ecological impacts of electric vehicles, and the loophole so many are oblivious to.
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F...2020-01-0710 minPeople & PlaceDeserted Land & Elderly Folk - Wendell Berry: “Our Only World”Our fidelity to land and the elders who came before us is imperative for the long term health of a region.
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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/m...2020-01-0113 minPeople & PlaceChristmas Day - "Book of Common Prayer - A Liturgy for Ordinary Radicals"A quick reading for you on the last Christmas of the decade. Now stop being an introvert and spend time with the people you love!
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.
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masonunrau.c...2019-12-2506 minPeople & PlaceChristmas Eve - "The Book of Common Prayer - A Liturgy for Ordinary Radicals"This episode is just a quick reading. I hope you all enjoy this time to reflect on the past year and anticipate the upcoming one.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.
The music is by Joseph Tennant: https://josephtennant.com/home
Thanks for listening and you can view my writing or photography at the links below.
masonunrau.c...2019-12-2404 minPeople & PlaceMeaningless Dominion - Norman Wirzba: "Living the Sabbath"I talk about how relationships are essential to put purpose to the work we do and any dominion we may strive towards. I also do a brief analysis of a film called "Peter and the Farm."
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favorite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.
The music is by Joseph Tennant: https://josephtennant.com/home
Thanks for listening and you can view m...2019-12-0213 minPeople & PlaceA Time to ThinkThank you for sticking around! In this episode, I give a quick update on what I've been up to over the summer and a brief summary of the thoughts I've been pondering and not recording. Check back next week for a full episode where things are back to how they were before the summer! I appreciate your time and let me know if I should change the show's name.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If y...2019-11-1213 minPeople & PlaceHarmony & Humanity - Richard Bauckham: "Living with Other Creatures"I finally made time to edit this episode and share it with all of you who have patiently waited around. I hope to continue recording more but it is difficult during this busy season at work. I appreciate all of you who continue listening. I'm in the works of getting some guests on but need to work out the technical recording aspects.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or qu...2019-06-0615 minPeople & PlaceEaster: Peace, Love, & RedemptionThis episode I share my ideas on how our lives might be reflected by the reverse life and death of Jesus. It might not be completely accurate but I thought it was a fun mental experiment. Happy Easter Everyone!
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.
The music used is Spirit Become Us and Tree by Gungor.
Thanks for...2019-04-2222 minPeople & PlaceDisastrous Deforestation - Existential Ecology SeriesThis episode I discuss the numerous facts about the topic of deforestation. Don't worry though, it's not all doom and gloom, I try to provide preventative ideas as well as all the incredible actions trees do for us!
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/global-warming/deforestation/
https://www.worldwildlife.org/threats/deforestation-and-forest-degradation
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The...2019-04-0920 minPeople & PlaceDeath Cycle - "Love Wins" By Rob BellI layout my theory of how the emergence of buried death is being resurrected in a way that doesn't reintroduce life. Stick with me here and I'd love to hear your thoughts on this abstract idea!
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.
The music used is Spirit Become Us and Tree by Gungor.
Thanks for listening and yo...2019-04-0118 minPeople & PlaceTroubling Transportation - Existential Ecology SeriesThis is a new series I'm starting called Existential Ecology. For the first episode I'm discussing the dynamics of our transportations systems and how we can move them towards sustainability and healthy stewardship of the required resources.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.
The music used is Spirit Become Us and Tree by Gungor.
Thanks for listening an...2019-03-1818 minPeople & PlaceHands-Off Stewardship - “Living with Other Creatures” by Richard BauckhamMaybe not interfering is the best way we can steward our planet. I look at a few scenarios that the conservationist perspective sometimes misses when trying to help.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.
The music used is Spirit Become Us and Tree by Gungor.
Thanks for listening and you can view my writing or photography at the links be...2019-03-0416 minPeople & PlaceThe Great City Migration - "Our Only World" by Wendell BerryI briefly share about the current phenomenon and impacts of mass relocation to the cities from rural communities.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.
The music used is Spirit Become Us and Tree by Gungor.
Thanks for listening and you can view my writing or photography at the links below.
masonunrau.com
http://www...2019-02-2514 minPeople & PlaceClimate Change ControversyThe controversial topic of climate change frequently arises in our daily conversations. I attempt to provide a little bit of insight into how we might be able to navigate the conversation from either side.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.
The music used is Spirit Become Us and Tree by Gungor.
Thanks for listening and you can vie...2019-02-1117 minPeople & PlaceMental & Creative Health - "What Are People For?" by Wendell BerryThe poem from Wendell Berry is one that reminds me to exit isolation and attempt to enter into health. I share a bit about my mental health and how there might be a time to take a break from creativity.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.
The music used is Spirit Become Us and Tree by Gungor.
Tha...2019-02-0416 minPeople & PlaceIs the World a better place with Humans in it?For this week I discuss the sole question of " Is the World a better place with Humans in it?" I do my best to avoid my human bias and would love to hear your thoughts.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.
The music used is Spirit Become Us and Tree by Gungor.
Thanks for listening and you can...2019-01-2812 minPeople & PlaceSimple Living - “The Irresistible Revolution” by Shane ClaiborneI discuss what it looks like to live simply and how there appears to be a paradox occuring. The wealthy seem to be the ones pushing for simple living, yet it is those who are already forced to live simple lives who can afford to turn down affluence.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.
The music used is Flesh by E...2019-01-2122 minPeople & PlaceLife in Community This episode I reflect on a recent conversation I had about living in community and what it would look like in a tiny home context. How would a sharing economy benefit the extending of loving to the people around us and influence the ecology? These are ideas I desire to think through more and would love to have these conversations with those of you who listen.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If yo...2019-01-1415 minPeople & PlaceHow We Value Food, Community, & Culture - "Food and Faith" by Norman WirzbaThe first episode of 2019 is another reflection from the book "Food and Faith" by Norman Wirzba. This book is what started the entire process of looking critically at how we experience food and contribute to the community or environment around us. I try to challenge the idea of taking food as merely utilitarian consumption but rather observe it with more sacred intention.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email...2019-01-0711 minPeople & PlaceResolute ResolutionsI discuss what I've accomplished in 2018 and how continually learning will aid in our growth. I also layout what I'm hopeful for in 2019 and how I plan to develop as a contributing community member.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.
The music used is Flesh by Emery and Spirit Become Us by Gungor.
2018-12-3120 minPeople & PlaceAnticipatory Giving - "Gift Ecology" by Peter DentonIn this episode, I talk about what it might look like if we were to give in anticipation of bringing heaven to earth. As the wise men gave gifts of significance, what can we give of ourselves that foreshadow the coming of heaven on earth.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.
The music used is Flesh by Emery and Spirit Become Us by Gungor.
Thanks for...2018-12-1707 minPeople & PlaceIs Anything We Do Significant?I talk about the significance of being aware of our actions influencing the environment. During this candid process of thinking out loud, I attempt to assign meaning to our actions without using the wisdom literature or the knowledge from those who came before us. I'm not sure if I succeed but it was enjoyable sharing my thoughts with all of you.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail...2018-12-1021 minPeople & PlaceJoined Creatureliness - Living with other Creatures: Green Exegesis and Theology by Richard BauckhamI'm still working through this week's book but already there are so many gems. I discuss how we should join in the worship of our Creator along with other creation rather than assert a hierarchy upon it.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.
The music used is Flesh by Emery and Spirit Becomes Us by Gungor.
Thanks for listening and you can see my writing or...2018-12-0314 minPeople & PlaceThe Downfall of TreesI share my thoughts about how the forest nursery I work at impacts the local environment for the sake of improving ones far away. These are just a few of the thoughts that I've had since working there and the goal is to just articulate them the best I can.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. If you have any comments or questions, email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com.
The music is used is Flesh by Emery.
Thanks for...2018-11-2619 minPeople & PlaceBroken 'Human Resources' - "Our Only World" by Wendell BerryThere's new music and I discuss the problem with thinking of people as human resources when it comes to the work we do. Local economies directly influence how we view our local environment, which means the problem starts with how people view themselves.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. You can email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com if you have any comments or questions.
The song you hear is Flesh by Emery.
( https://www.emerymusic.com/ )
Thanks for listening...2018-11-1913 minPeople & PlaceEco-Anxiety - My Ecological Existential CrisisI discuss my brief time of experiencing some eco-anxiety after listening to a few too many podcasts on environmental concerns. If you can relate to or are currently experiencing this I'd love to hear from you. Don't let the 1.5 degrees scare you too much!
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. You can email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com if you have any comments or questions.
The music is Sun Soaked by Beach Towels.
Thanks for listening and you can...2018-11-1211 minPeople & PlaceGenerosity to the Forest - "Our Only World" By Wendell BerryIn this episode, I discuss what it might look like if we give back to our environment rather than simply take.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. You can email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com if you have any comments or questions.
The music is Sun Soaked by Beach Towels.
Thanks for listening and you can see my writing or photography at the links below.
masonunrau.com
http://www.masonunrau.com/blog/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/masonunrau/
...2018-11-0514 minPeople & PlaceEpisode 20 Updates!For episode 20 I want to let you know about a few changes I'm making in the format of the show. If you have any suggestions please let know at the email address below.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. You can email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com if you have any comments or questions.
The music is Sun Soaked by Beach Towels.
Thanks for listening and you can see my writing or photography at the links below.
masonunrau.com
...2018-10-2912 minPeople & PlaceEconomy VS Ecology - A Conversation with MattThis week I have a conversation with Matt from the podcast Talk 2 Me! with T and Matty B (https://anchor.fm/tarek-williams). We discuss the concept of sacrificing the environment for the sake of making money, primarily in the context of energy use and the consumption of resources. It was a really enjoyable conversation and I hope you gain some insight from our talk.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. You can email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com if...2018-10-2244 minPeople & PlaceImagining the Food Journey - "Food & Faith" by Norman WirzbaThis episode I try to articulate a visualization of where our food comes from. We too often are used to the convenience of modern grocery stores and ignore the work that other people exerted to bring us our food.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. You can email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com if you have any comments or questions.
The music is Sun Soaked by Beach Towels.
Thanks for listening and you can see my writing or photography...2018-10-1515 minPeople & PlaceFood Talk with Caleb - Blessing of The LandThis week I have a conversation with my friend Caleb about the significance of food in our lives after he reads a Blessing to The Land. We talk about how to show care for how or what we eat and the impact that has on the world around us. The audio on his side isn't the best but I think the conversation is worth listening to.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. You can email me at ecologyandexist@gmail...2018-10-0831 minPeople & PlaceWhy I'm Not Vegan - "Food and Faith" by Norman WirzbaAfter reading a paragraph from “Food and Faith” by Norman Wirzba in the chapter Thinking Theologically about Food, I share a few points on what I enjoy and then dive into why I'm not vegan.
I hope you enjoy the show! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend. You can email me at ecologyandexist@gmail.com if you have any comments or questions.
The music is Sun Soaked by Beach Towels.
Thanks for listening and you can see my writing or photography at the links below.
maso...2018-10-0121 minPeople & PlaceChoosing Who You Are - A quote by Jean-Paul SartreI discuss my first existential crisis that took place in elementary school as well as having an objective in life that is meaningful.
I hope you enjoy this episode! It would be wonderful if you left a positive review wherever you listen or share your favourite episode with a friend.
The music is Sun Soaked by Beach Towels.
Thanks for listening and you can see my writing or photography at the links below.
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Twitter - https://twitter.com/masonunrau2018-09-2711 minPeople & PlaceOverwhelming Process - Fear & Trembling by Søren KierkegaardA week of existentialism seemed appropriate after the last few being based on ecology. For this episode, I’ll be using a quote by Søren Kierkegaard from the book Fear and Trembling. I talk about looking at ideal goals in a way that we aren't overwhelmed by the steps to get there and relate it to my National Geographic aspirations.
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The music is by Beach Towels and the song is called Sun Soa...2018-09-2414 minPeople & PlaceObserving the Forest - “Living Water” by Viktor SchaubergerWe return to Olof Alexandersson’s book called “Living Water” with the subtitle of Viktor Schauberger and the Secrets of Natural Energy. For this reading, we continue in the chapter called The Life and Death of the Forest. Alexandersson concludes by summarizing Schauberger's understanding of the forest in 5 succinct points that I read and share my own anecdote.
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The music is by Beach Towels and the song is called Sun Soaked.
Thanks for listen...2018-09-2311 minPeople & PlaceChaotic Order - “Living Water” by Olof AlexanderssonThis weeks' reading is from Olof Alexandersson and the book is called “Living Water” with the subtitle of "Viktor Schauberger and the Secrets of Natural Energy." This book was shown to me by a co-worker and I admit I haven’t had time to read it all the way through but from the chapters and introductions to who Shauberger was, I think there are some fascinating points to share. Alexandersson does a really good job at laying out the ideas of Shauberger and his early observations of nature and its progression.
I hope you enjoy this episode! It would be wonder...2018-09-1712 minPeople & PlaceMutual Provision - “Is Honey Vegan?” By A.R.L. GarlowI read from “Is Honey Vegan?” By A.R.L. Garlow from the chapter Does Eating Honey Harm Bees? Primarily, I discuss the process of caring for animals or plants in a way that enables them to produce abundantly and then in return we receive their byproducts as a gift rather than simply taking.
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The music is by Beach Towels and the song is called Sun Soaked.
Thanks for listening and you can see...2018-09-1317 minPeople & PlaceBeekeeping & Honey - “Is Honey Vegan?” by A.R.L. GarlowThis episode I read the last paragraph from “Is Honey Vegan?” by A.R.L. Garlow. It's a quick read with lots of information but I have a few minor disagreements with the last paragraph as well as some other secondary points. I share a bit about my own early experience beekeeping and my hope to avoid isolating us from engaging with the production of animal byproducts.
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The music is by Beach Towels and the song is called Sun Soak...2018-09-1021 minPeople & PlaceDisappearing Farmers-"What Are People For?" by Wendell BerryThe reading is from Wendell Berry’s book, “What are People for?” in the essay, An Argument for Diversity. I discuss the economic pressures that occur when people buy into the consumer culture rather than returning to their producing origin. Not only are there financial consequesnses but enviromental.
The statistics I read in the episode are from https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/96-325-x/2014001/article/11905-eng.htm
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The music is by Beach Towels and the song is called...2018-09-0616 minPeople & PlaceLonely Creativity - "What Are People For?" by Wendell BerryThis episode I read from Wendell Berry’s book, “What are People for?” in the first third that consists of poetry from the poem called Healing. There are multiple parts but starting with the first two for now. I talk about the balance between community, loneliness and the attempt to come up with creative solutions to problems.
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The music is by Beach Towels and the song is called Sun Soaked.
Thanks for listening and you can see my writing or pho...2018-09-0314 minPeople & PlaceNon-Coercive Conversation - "Gift Ecology" by Peter DentonIn this episode, I read another paragraph from Peter Denton's book, "Gift Ecology." We have all had conversations where someone gets upset or simply refuses to carry on the conversation in a constructive manner so I try to offer some insight based on my own experiences. I found the paragraph in todays reading very useful when contemplating what change in a person may look like.
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The music is by Beach Towels and the song is called Sun Soaked.
Thanks...2018-08-3013 minPeople & PlaceThe Impact of Stories - "Gift Ecology" by Peter DentonI recently started reading "Gift Ecology" by Peter Denton and really enjoy it so far. In this episode, I talk about how our minds don't change with mere facts or stats but primarily through an emotional connection from stories.
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The music is by Beach Towels and the song is called Sun Soaked.
Thanks for listening and you can see my writing or photography at the links below.
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http://www.masonunrau.com/blog/
Instagram - https://www.instagram...2018-08-2714 minPeople & PlaceFreedom & Meaning - A quote from Jean Paul SartreFor this episode, I have another quote from a pretty popular existentialist, Jean Paul Sartre. I talk about our responsibility to make good choices and embrace the burden of freedom, rather than passively accept it. I hope you enjoy my attempts to relate existentialist quotes to ecology and if you have any books or thinkers relating to the topics just let me know.
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The music is by Beach Towels and the song is called Sun Soaked.
Thanks for listening...2018-08-2310 minPeople & PlaceExperience > Solution - A quote from Søren KierkegaardThe reading is a short quote from Soren Kierkegaard himself, which means this episode might be short because I definitely don't claim to be proficient at interpreting a lot of what he discusses but I enjoy trying to relate it to life and ecology.
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The music is by Beach Towels and the song is called Sun Soaked.
Thanks for listening and you can see my writing or photography at the links below.
masonunrau.com
http://www.masonunrau.com/blog/
...2018-08-2012 minPeople & PlacePipelines, Wind Turbines, and Place - “Food & Faith” by Norman WirzbaThis episode’s paragraph comes from Norman Wirzba’s book “Food & Faith” in the chapter The "Roots" of Eating: Our Life Together in Gardens. Like I mentioned last time, this book has drastically altered my outlook on numerous topics related to our relationship with food, land, and the environment in general. I discuss our disconnect from the wisdom of the place, which results in irresponsible decisions and disregard for the ramifications of our interactions with the land.
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The music is by Be...2018-08-1614 minPeople & PlaceGardening & Culture - "Food & Faith" by Norman WirzbaIn this episode, I read a paragraph from Norman Wirzba's book, "Food & Faith." The paragraph covers the importance of gardening and its' connection to culture. I want to apologize for the plethora of um's, I'm still getting the hang of talking alone and with each episode, I hope to improve.
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The music is by Beach Towels and the song is called Sun Soaked.
Thanks for listening and you can see my writing or photography at the links below.
masonunrau...2018-08-1320 minPeople & PlaceIntroduction - "What Are People For?" by Wendell BerryMy goal for this podcast is to simply share a paragraph or quote from thinkers who have written on either of the topics and give a few of my thoughts. I admire both ideologies and hope to simply spread their brilliance. This week I’ll be reading a paragraph from Wendell Berry’s book, “What are People For?,” in the essay God and Country.
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The music is by Beach Towels and the song is called Sun Soaked.
Thanks for listenin...2018-08-0409 min
The Talk to Me PodcastWe Talk Photography ft. Mason UnrauMatt and Tarek are joined by Mason Unrau, a professional photographer and tree farmer (cooler than you might think). Mason breaks down his journey in photography and what he thinks of the current photography landscape. You can check out Mason's work online at www.masonunrau.com2017-10-281h 08