Irene McCalphin joins us this week to talk about the intersections of fat liberation and marginalization. Why is it important to have representation in spiritual imagery, both in regards to race and body size? Why is the language of our rituals important? How can we move through learning about these issues of marginalization and come […]
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TWIH Episode 56: Embracing the Seeker with Davie Floyd #tfam
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In this episode, that was recorded at The Fellowship of Affirming Ministries Convocation in July, I talk with Davie Floyd about her multi-faith practice that includes Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism, and Sufism (amongst other work). How do we become a personal sanctuary of inclusion for people to help them discover their own paths? How do we […]
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The Sorta Quarterly Call for Interviews
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It’s once again time for my sorta kinda quarterly call for interviews! If you are interested in being interviewed, or know someone who you think I should interview for This Week In Heresy, please let me know. To get an idea of what I’m looking for, click here. On my wishlist of people I would […]
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TWIH Episode 50: Druidry, Science, and Spirituality with Dr. Brendan Howlin
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What is Druidry? In this episode, Dr. Brendan Howlin explains his Druid path and how to be a urban Druid. We also discuss how science and spirituality coexist together, and how it’s not automatically the case that you have to give up your religion to be a scientist. Dr Brendan Howlin is a professional […]
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TWIH Episode 35: Why #BlackLivesMatter in the Pagan Community with Crystal Blanton (#pantheacon)
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In this episode, we are joined by Crystal Blanton, priestess, social worker, and author, to talk about not only the events that happened at Pantheacon 2015, but also about why the discussion about racism in the Pagan community is important. We also talk about the wider issues of racism in America, and the realities of […]
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TWIH Episode 16: The Power of Prayer: A Life Testimony with Tanesh Watson Nutall
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This week’s guest is Tanesh Watson Nutall, TransSaints Chaplain and transgender minister at City of Refuge UCC. In this interview, Tanesh tells the story of her life and how her faith and prayer brought her to where she is today. This powerful testimony was recorded on location at City of Refuge UCC in Oakland, CA.…
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TWIH Episode 16: The Power of Prayer: A Life Testimony with Tanesh Watson Nutall
by Gina Pond •
This week’s guest is Tanesh Watson Nutall, TransSaints Chaplain and transgender minister at City of Refuge UCC. In this interview, Tanesh tells the story of her life and how her faith and prayer brought her to where she is today. This powerful testimony was recorded on location at City of Refuge UCC in Oakland, CA. […]
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TWIH Episode 15: The Magick of Life and Death in the Feri Tradition with Valerie Walker (aka VeeDub)
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Valerie Walker, Feri tradition priestess and elder, joins us this week to talk about life, death, and navigating not only the Pagan community, but her own tradition. We also talk about her struggle with cancer, and how it has changed her practice. This episode was recorded at Valerie’s house (over tea) in San Francisco. Valerie…
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TWIH Episode 15: The Magick of Life and Death in the Feri Tradition with Valerie Walker (aka VeeDub)
by Gina Pond •
Valerie Walker, Feri tradition priestess and elder, joins us this week to talk about life, death, and navigating not only the Pagan community, but her own tradition. We also talk about her struggle with cancer, and how it has changed her practice. This episode was recorded at Valerie’s house (over tea) in San Francisco. Valerie […]
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TWIH Episode 10: Does God hate your body? with Ragen Chastain
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This week our guest is Ragen Chastain of the Dances with Fat blog. In this episode, we talk about how body policing and body shaming in a religious setting can do spiritual damage. Where does the religious body shaming come from? What is the responsibility of clergy when it comes to the health of their…