Living with the Moons Podcast: Recent Episodes
Ken & Christine
Hi! Welcome to Living with the Moons. On this podcast, we invite our friends to talk about their passions and how that impacts their relationships and community. You can find pictures on our Instagram page @livingwiththemoons and show notes and contact info at www.livingwiththemoons.com.
We are interrupting our hiatus with an episode brought to you by... Sloane and Logan! They very much wanted to share this conversation on art with you all, so please enjoy, with or without kids. We would love to hear any thoughts you have about the topic. It’s a shorter episode at about 30 minutes and we end with a guided meditation led by the girls.
A couple of things mentioned in the episode:
-The Radiolab for Kids episode we mention is called “Colors” (it’s really good)
-The book Sloane talks about is called “The Dot” by Peter H. Reynolds (one of our favorites!)
Ken & Christine are back for an episode and share how they've been processing the news and current events the past few weeks.
We talk to Taylor about mindfulness. We discuss what it means to us and each share the ways we try to practice mindfulness in our own lives. We also refer to several books that are helpful for this conversation!
Books:
Deep Work by Cal Newport Meditation Made Easy by Lorin Roche, PhD Essentialism by Greg Mckeown How To Do Nothing Book by Jenny Odell Walking in the Dark by Barbara Brown Taylor Simplicity Parenting by Kim John Payne and Lisa M. Ross
We talk to Garrett about beer! If you have ever wanted to know more about how beer is made, this is the episode for you. We talk about home brewing, our favorite kinds of beer, and even do a taste test of some of Garrett’s brews.
We talk with Ryan and Jen about work! We talk about their previous jobs and their current work, as well as how they define work and success. We also get to hear the story of how they met!
Ryan's websites:
www.rucking.com
ruck.beer ruck.training ruckingchallenges.com www.quietheadphones.com
We talk to Mimi about how she started in her career in dentistry, what she loves about it, and how it led to her opening her own business, Elysian. We also talk about balancing career with motherhood, and we discuss some teeth tips!
Elysian Family Dentistry
On this week’s episode we have two very special guests! Our girls Sloane and Logan have been asking to be guests on our podcast and after repeated requests, we made it happen. It’s a shorter episode and we talk about what they are passionate about these days: animals. If you have kids that would be interested in a six year old and three year old wax on about animals, this is the episode for you.
We talk with Aaron about his journey to become a physician who specializes in functional medicine and what he's learned along the way. We also talk about medical marijuana and the implications of legalization for recreational use.
Aaron's Practice:
www.rvaintegrative.com
Aaron's Book:
Adopted: God's Plan "A"
We talk to Eugene about his job in basketball. We talk about how he got his first job with the Washington Wizards to his current role with the NBA and why he finds it so meaningful.
We get to hear Crystal’s story and talk to her about race, ethnicity, and identity. She talks about the challenges and joys of navigating this landscape as a mom, friend, blogger, and while working in ministry.
Links:
the 91 rewind
instagram
We talk to Brandon about design. We discuss what art meant to him growing up, what it was like studying design at VCU, and the process of starting up his own company, BLDR. We also discuss the importance of story and design as communication.
BLDR
Dribble
We talk to Zach and Greta about their marriage of 14 years, including how they met, their differences and what it means for them to manage their time and priorities as a family.
On this week’s episode, Caroline talks to us about mentorship! She shares how her job as an assistant professor of health psychology at VCU has led to opportunities for mentoring relationships with her students and how this has become something she is passionate about. We also have a teaser for @sarajones1005 and Christian’s new podcast, Nerdy Parenting!
Nerdy Parenting Twitter
Nerdy Parenting Podcast
Sara and Christian talk to us about the enneagram and their marriage. We talk about their types and how it has been helpful for self realization and their marriage. We also talk about ways the enneagram is helping them grow, and Sara types a couple of the Harry Potter characters.
The Enneagram Institute
The Liturgist Podcast episode on Enneagrams
https://www.theroadbacktoyou.com/podcast
https://www.amazon.com/Road-Back-You-Enneagram-Self-Discovery/dp/0830846190 https://www.amazon.com/Enneagram-Christian-Perspective-Richard-Rohr/dp/0824519507 Finally, make sure to check out:
Sara & Christian's new podcast - Nerdy Parenting!!
We talk to Casey about social work - how the field originated in this country, and what her job is like now. We also talk about the importance of self-care in her job and the ways she implements that for herself.
Haider and Tiffini join us to talk about being single, how they met, and their expectations about marriage before and after marriage.
We go over our current "STATEMENT OF OUR PODCAST", and then go into discussing a little bit of dating history, the dating ideologies that influenced us, and how we hope to talk to our kids about this topic. We also talk about what it's like dating while married!
On this week's episode, we talk to Emily about Clifton Strengthsfinder. We talk about what the Clifton Strengths assessment is and the ways in which it can be helpful for self-awareness and relationships. Ken also finds out his results on the episode for the first time!
Link: Clifton Strengthsfinder
Taylor talks to us about how she took her education, work experience and creativity to help a new business with their branding and ultimately start her own creative branding company.
Links:
Bates Orthodontics
Taylor Bates Creative
Taylor Bates Seniors
Jessica joins us on the podcast to discuss the topic of approval. She talks about various stages of her life that have shaped the need for approval. We also discuss the affect of this on growing relationships.
Won and Ray are back on the podcast to discuss fatherhood. We talk about our experiences with fatherhood and how that has shaped our expectations, personal growth and marriages.
We talk about sex! We discuss our comfort level talking about sex, body image, expectations, and what has been most helpful for us.
Short bonus addendum to Episode #54 with James Lee. We get into what it looked like for James to discover his faith and what it means for him to grow and wrestle with it in his every day life.
This week we sit down with James Lee to talk about his photography and film making business. We also get into a little bit of theology, an Adrien Brody movie, and Jordan Peterson.
Christine’s parents join us on the podcast and answer some of Ken‘s questions regarding theology and faith. We also share the story of how we finally got Christine’s dad to agree to come on the podcast!
On this weeks episode, Sean talks about how he met Ken, his time in the military, and the movie and book that changed his life. He also shares about what it means to be more human and some of his favorite books.
Link to Read Aloud Collective Album:
https://readaloudcollective.bandcamp.com/
In this week's episode we talk to Addie about her time on the Camino de Santiago in Spain. She tells stories about her experience, and we also talk about the value of travel.
Link to Read Aloud Collective Album:
https://readaloudcollective.bandcamp.com/
WE'RE BACK!!! To start Season 2, we go in depth to discuss the topic of common memory. We talk about the significance of memory, Ken's recent experiences at work, and implications of memory on faith. We also share a song written by Zach Banister and Christine, titled "Common Memory". Also, special thanks to Zach for providing us new music for the podcast!!
Link to Read Aloud Collective Album:
https://readaloudcollective.bandcamp.com/
Hi everyone! We're taking a break from our break to share this episode we recorded recently with Rayshawn. A few months ago, Rayshawn became the head pastor of West End Baptist Church here in town and he talks about how he got there and what’s been going on during this transition. He shares his passions, vision and hopes for this church community. There’s also an interest meeting happening on Saturday, 9/29, if you want to come alongside revitalization of a local church! Link to : West End Baptist Church
In this week’s episode, we wrap up Season 1 with a look back at our 47 episodes. We discuss things we learned, things that surprised us and our favorite episodes. We also get to hear Mignon‘s thoughts about the podcast so far!
This week we talk to Taylor about being a doula! She also shares her own experiences with the birth of her five children and Christine and Ken get to reminisce about the births of Sloane and Logan.
This week, we talked to Ashley and Adrien about how they met and what it means for them to be in an intercultural marriage. We get into the differences between living in France and the U.S. and the different styles of communication and values across the two cultures.
This week, it’s Ken and Christine talking about the upcoming summer and doing a Q&A of fun conversation starter questions. Listen in!
This week Ian talks to us about his passion for building - literally with his hands, and figuratively in his relationships. Ian shares about his family influences growing up and how he found his career path. We also talk about valuing the process and Ian defines anti-fragility.
This week we talk to Ray about growing up in South Africa and Korea, her move to the U.S., her recent move to Richmond, VA and what she has learned about neighbors throughout her life. She also shares the story of how she met her husband Won and how they started dating.
This week Shelby joins us to talk about how music came to be a big part of his life and his work as a music director for orchestras, and most recently the church. We also talk about his approach to worship in the church and also discuss music and movies that he's been enjoying lately. Songs (produced by Shelby): O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing - Vocals: Megan Clinch from Episode 7 See What the Lord Has Done - Vocals: Zach Banister from Episode 13 https://redemptionhillmusic.bandcamp.com/ http://redemptionhill.com/
We are back! This week we are sharing a conversation we had with Justin about how he came to create The Common Rule, a set of daily and weekly habits designed to form us in the love of God and neighbor. We also talk about the time he spent in China, mental health, and his life working as an attorney and being a dad of three boys. The Common Rule Twitter
This week we are talking about...shame! And vulnerability! Come join us. Also, this will be the last episode before we take a little break.
This week on episode 39, we don't have a guest because we are going to continue our conversation about social justice that we started in episode 38 with Alyssa and Brianna. Join us as we talk about the concept of revisionist history, The New Jim Crow book, mass incarceration, and other topics that we have been thinking about these days. Link to Phil Vischer Podcast Episode 267 - Race in America: https://philvischer.com/the-phil-vischer-podcast/episode-267-race-in-america/ Link to Skye Jethani's "Racist Origins of Chain Migration": https://www.facebook.com/AuthorSkyeJethani/posts/956496957838077
This week Alyssa and Brianna are talking about social justice! They share about how they each came to be passionate about this topic and how much their faith is a part of their pursuit of social justice. We also discuss what social justice means to each of us, and the ways in which we try to make this a part of our lives.
This week Martha talks to us about growing up in Japan as one of nine kids, and how that has shaped who she is and how she parents today.
Join us this week to listen in on our conversation with Chris and Varun, as we talk about how their Korean-American and Indian-American identities have shaped their experiences throughout their childhood and now influences the way they think about the future.
Ken & Christine are back giving their 2017 recap and sharing some resolutions for 2018. They also talk in depth about some of their marriage reflections.
Part 2 continues Allen & Ayaka’s story of how they were able to reconcile their marriage after a separation, and their journey in starting a social enterprise together called EPAMade—a non-profit whose mission is to empower single mothers through employment and job coaching in East Palo Alto, CA. Link: www.epamade.com
In Part 1, Allen & Ayaka share about their experiences growing up and how they met in college. They also share what happened in their marriage that resulted in a separation. Part 2 will get into how they were able to reconcile and the sequence of events that led them to start a social enterprise called EPAmade--a non-profit whose mission is to empower single mothers through employment and job coaching in East Palo Alto, CA. Link: https://epamade.com/
Autumn talks about what it means for her to rewrite the script of being a woman. She shares about going back to school to pursue her dream job, and we also discuss things like body image, raising girls...and chemistry!
Leila shares her story of growing her family through foster care and adoption. She also tells the story of how her experiences led her and her husband to start Patty's Hope, a local non-profit that helps biological mothers of children in foster care. Patty's Hope
In episode 30, our friend Won joins us in our usual solo episode and we each share about our greatest fear. We also reflect on some college memories and where we are now.
This week, our guest is the other half of the Moons - Naomi! She shares about what it was like growing up, her search for healing and belonging, and what she is passionate about these days.
In Part 2 of our series on empathy, Andy shares about his influences growing up and why he appreciates a good argument on Facebook. We also get into what being an American means to him and what he is passionate about these days.
In Part 1 we hear about David’s childhood influences and his parent’s immigration story. We also get into what being an American means to him and what his experiences in the Marine Corps and being a father and husband have taught him.
Our friend RJ shares his personal journey of faith and what it was like for him to come out. We also talk about his encounters with Benedictine spirituality and his current role as an Episcopal priest.
Christine and Ken check-in on their podcast adventure and talk about their recent road trip to Ohio. Ken sort of likes road trips now.
Ashley talks about her passion for drawing and making things, her creative process, and finding time to do it as a mom of three kids. Links: https://www.ashleylewisillustrations.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymlewis/
David tells his story of growing up in Korea and America and how his legal status affected where he could call home. He also shares about what he has learned through his recent travels.
In Episode 22, Katy shares about her health issues that impacted her life and how that ultimately led her to a job where she helps people deal with their own mental and emotional health crises.
In Episode 21, hear the story of how Jared became a barber and what makes a place like High Point Barbershop great. We also get into the most important aspect of Jared's job and what makes Richmond the best city for him and his family.
In the last installment of the Faith Series, Christine talks about her family, what compels her about the Bible and the ways in which she has experienced God over the years.
This is Ken's faith story. Hear about his childhood, his experiences in college and what happened in Taiwan. Ken also shares what religion means to him, why faith is important to him, what the gospel means and what the bible means to him now.
Part 4 of the Faith Series. This is our conversation with Anya Campbell about her faith.
Part 2 of the Faith Series. This is our conversation with Alicia Clark about her faith.
Part 1 of the Faith Series. Robert Greene is a pastor at Redemption Hill Church in Richmond, Virginia. This is our conversation about his faith. http://redemptionhill.com/
Ken talks to people in Carytown about faith. Also, find out what to expect in the next 5 episodes on Living with the Moons.
On Ep14, we have a special guest interviewer, Mignon, asking Ken and Christine all the questions. We talk about the types of homes we grew up in, how our idea of home has evolved, and the kind of home we want to create for our family and friends. We also talk about what it has been like for Mignon to live with the Lu's.
Hear from Zach about growing up in Richmond and how he turned his dream of a local makers collective into a reality with his business, Commune. Commune
Hilary talks about how her experience in theater grew her love and appreciation for the power of stories. Ken also gets to talk about his favorite show ever, The Wire.
Laura talks to us about friendship, the importance of investing in a relationship and whether there are times when a friendship should come to an end.
Ep10 will be another check-in episode for Ken & Christine. We also talk about how we fight, what we learned from the biggest fight we've had thus far in our marriage, and of course, Enneagrams. Show Notes: The Official Enneagram Institute https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/ Free Online Enneagram Test (the real one costs ~$10 and is 200 questions) https://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/test.php
Ken's weightlifting coach, Khepri, shares how she became a coach, why she loves the sport, and what life lessons her kids can get out of it. We also talk about the importance of having someone believe in you.
Rayshawn shares his story about growing up as a Black man in America, what racial reconciliation means to him these days, and how the church can take the lead to make this happen. Articles written by Rayshawn: Dr. Willie Parker: Abortion and Christian Compassion https://www.raanetwork.org/dr-willie-parker-abortion-christian-compassion/ An Advent Reflection for 2016 https://www.raanetwork.org/advent-reflection-2016/ Black Women and the Burden of Strength: Book Review https://www.raanetwork.org/black-women-burden-strength/ Bishiop Richard Allen and Changing the Narrative https://www.raanetwork.org/richard-allen-changing-narrative/
Hear Megan's story about her transition into motherhood, her discovery of Charlotte Mason's education philosophy, and how she incorporates it into her home school life. Megan also does a reading from Walt Whitman's, "Leaves of Grass." SHOW NOTES (from Megan): Online Resources: Circe Institute's The Mason Jar with Cindy Rollins. She is my hero. A Delectable Education is very thorough regarding of Charlotte Mason's philosophy of education. Ambleside Online for book titles & the deliciously slow pace that early childhood can embrace! Read Aloud Revival, an interview-style podcast inspiring family connection through shared books. At Home, a panel-style podcast about homeschooling, faith, & motherhood. New City Catechism, an app I found through the Gospel Coalition. Books: Cindy Rollins' Mere Motherhood & Handbook for Morning Time Elaine Cooper's When Children Love to Learn Charlotte Mason & Karen Glass' Mind to Mind Karyn Purvis' The Connected Child Lynn Seddon's Exploring Nature with Children Anna Comstock's Handbook of Nature Study
Hear from Mignon about our inherent desire to belong and to be a part of something greater than ourselves. We also discuss how the idea of belonging is portrayed through her favorite TV show, The Walking Dead.
Check-in episode with Ken & Christine. We get into what podcasting has been like so far for us and we talk about how we first met and got to know each other. Ken also shares the absolute worst way to ask a girl out.
Hear about Elizabeth's experience as a medic at Standing Rock protesting the Dakota Access Pipeline and how that changed the trajectory of her life.
From Mississippi to Virginia, from magician to volleyball coach, from garage gym enthusiast to Crossfit gym owner, hear about what drives Shaffer and his insatiable hunger to learn. We also talk about his life purpose and his determination to pursue excellence in everything he does. Links: www.crossfitbezel.com www.shafferstrength.net
Not your typical 9-5 cubicle life/number cruncher. Nic talks about how the Bible shapes his work philosophy and I share what I think makes a great friend.
The guy responsible for me wanting to start this podcast. Hear the story from his perspective about the time he and his family lived with us. We also hear about his experiences working at Popeye’s and his relationship with his hair.