The Collective Cast: Recent Episodes
Uncommon Voices Collective
A series of podcasts on hot topics of the day. Join us for Lions in Daniel's Den and all previous UVC podcasts.
In this episode, Daniel and Mathew chat about priests and how we interact with God as God's people.
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In this podcast, Daniel and Mathew chat about journalism, echo chambers, and the importance of diversity in our world.
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In this episode of Lions in Daniel's Den, Daniel and Mathew talk about career what it is, and what it is not. Also, is work life balance really a thing?
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In this episode of Lions in Daniel's Den, we hear from the Plato Society's Brian McMahon, a former anti-trust lawyer. Brian and Daniel chat anti-vaxxers, truth, and civility.
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https://theplatosociety.org/
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In this episode of Lions in Daniel's Den, we hear from the Plato Society's Brian McMahon, a former anti-trust lawyer. Brian and Daniel chat Constitutional Law in this episode and where we go from here.
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https://theplatosociety.org/
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In this episode of Lions in Daniel's Den, we hear from the Plato Society's Brian McMahon, a former anti-trust lawyer. Brian and Daniel chat about Christian Ethics, and what "living your best life" can mean from an ethical standpoint.
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Learn more about the Plato Society here:
https://theplatosociety.org/
How can viewing God as an Organizing God help save our world? Watch this interview as Dr. Lee shares this unique idea from his latest book, " God and Community Organizing: A Covenantal Approach " Perhaps we can receive some special insight on how to build a better future together.
You can order his book here:
https://www.amazon.com/God-Community-...
How can viewing God as an Organizing God help save our world? Listen to this interview as Dr. Lee shares this unique idea from his latest book, " God and Community Organizing: A Covenantal Approach " Perhaps we can receive some special insight on how to build a better future together.
You can order his book here:
https://www.amazon.com/God-Community-Organizing-Covenantal-Approach/dp/1481313150
In this episode of Lions in Daniel's Den, Daniel and guest Jae Jin talk about faith and his approach to relationships and marriage.
Jae Jin is an independent global recording artist, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, actor (SAG-AFTRA), & speaker. He has self-released 3 albums of original music for which he has received GRAMMY consideration, numerous accolades, and songwriting awards (including winning the prestigious John Lennon Songwriting Award and 1st place in the International Songwriting Competition). He has performed nearly 600 concerts in 132 cities globally. Jae is also the recipient of a prestigious Creator Award through WeWork for his original music & powerful life story and gave his first TEDx talk in 2020.
You can find out more about Jae Jin at his website:
http://www.jaejinmusic.com/
Jae Jin - Good Kind of Blue
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CR-2ufso-eE
You can find Jae’s music on his Spotify page:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/7DZyL...
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In this episode of Lions in Daniel's Den, Daniel and guest Jae Jin talk about faith and his relationship with his step-father.
Jae Jin is an independent global recording artist, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, actor (SAG-AFTRA), & speaker. He has self-released 3 albums of original music for which he has received GRAMMY consideration, numerous accolades, and songwriting awards (including winning the prestigious John Lennon Songwriting Award and 1st place in the International Songwriting Competition). He has performed nearly 600 concerts in 132 cities globally. Jae is also the recipient of a prestigious Creator Award through WeWork for his original music & powerful life story and gave his first TEDx talk in 2020.
You can find out more about Jae Jin at his website:
http://www.jaejinmusic.com/
Jae Jin - Father's Land
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0aGOhUb5zoY
You can find Jae’s music on his Spotify page:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/7DZyLDbWn8iQTHVR5EToQ2?si=IfJb-Z65QDeyOhkrFQn4cQ&dl_branch=1
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In this episode of Lions in Daniel's Den, Daniel and guest Jae Jin talk through uncommon approaches to life and music as Jae shares his story.
Jae Jin is an independent global recording artist, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, actor (SAG-AFTRA), & speaker. He has self-released 3 albums of original music for which he has received GRAMMY consideration, numerous accolades, and songwriting awards (including winning the prestigious John Lennon Songwriting Award and 1st place in the International Songwriting Competition). He has performed nearly 600 concerts in 132 cities globally. Jae is also the recipient of a prestigious Creator Award through WeWork for his original music & powerful life story and gave his first TEDx talk in 2020.
You can find out more about Jae Jin at his website:
http://www.jaejinmusic.com/
Jae Jin - Let's Be Fools (Official Music Video):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=utxYfep_d1Y
You can find Jae’s music on his Spotify page:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/7DZyLDbWn8iQTHVR5EToQ2?si=IfJb-Z65QDeyOhkrFQn4cQ&dl_branch=1
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In this episode of Lions in Daniel's Den, Daniel and guest Skye Jethani talk through uncommon approaches to Christian life and spirituality.
Skye Jethani is an author, speaker, consultant, and ordained minister. He also serves as the co-host of the popular Holy Post Podcast, a weekly show that blends astute cultural and theological insights with comical conversation.
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You can find out more about Skye Jethani at his website:
https://skyejethani.com/
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You can purchase "With" by Skye Jethani here:
https://www.amazon.com/Reimagining-Way-You-Relate-God/dp/1595553797
You can purchase "Futureville" here:
https://www.amazon.com/Futureville-Discover-Purpose-Reimagining-Tomorrow-ebook/dp/B00DNBE964/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=skye+jethani&qid=1628180499&s=books&sr=1-7
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In this episode of Lions in Daniel's Den, Daniel and guest Skye Jethani talk through uncommon approaches to Christian life and spirituality.
Skye Jethani is an author, speaker, consultant, and ordained minister. He also serves as the co-host of the popular Holy Post Podcast, a weekly show that blends astute cultural and theological insights with comical conversation.
Share an engaging COMMENT for a chance to win $100 for yourself and $1000 for a non-profit of your choice. TO ENTER THE GIVEAWAY: LIKE, COMMENT, AND SUBSCRIBE.
You can find out more about Skye Jethani at his website:
https://skyejethani.com/
Find out more about Uncommon Voices Collective at our website:
https://uncommonvoicescollective.com/
You can purchase "With" by Skye Jethani here:
https://www.amazon.com/Reimagining-Way-You-Relate-God/dp/1595553797
You can purchase "Futureville" here:
https://www.amazon.com/Futureville-Discover-Purpose-Reimagining-Tomorrow-ebook/dp/B00DNBE964/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=skye+jethani&qid=1628180499&s=books&sr=1-7
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Welcome to our first podcast release of Lions in Daniel's Den! In this episode, Daniel and Mathew talk about sex, marriage, and the idea of "two becoming one".
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In this episode of Uncommon Interviews, Michael speaks with Tucker Kaas of Kaas Tailored to talk about Kaizen and their philosophy of continuous learning. Tucker also discusses ways to revitalize how we view our work.
0:30: Intro
2:15: History of Kaas Tailored
6:00: Kaizen Philosophy
7:30: Work, Passion, and Hobby
12:45: Teaching Their Process
15:00 Kaas' Response to COVID
20:00 Principles for Cutting Waste
26:20 Takeaways for the Audience
For more on Kaas Tailored you can visit their website here:
https://kaastailored.com/
For more on Uncommon Voices Collective:
https://uncommonvoicescollective.com/
In this episode of Uncommon Interviews, Michael interviews Jake Medcalf, from Firm Foundation and Lead Pastor at FirstPres Heyward. They talk about those experiencing homelessness and creative ways to house people.
Guest Intro: 00:30
How Jake Got Involved in Housing People: 1:40
Jake's Intro to Tiny Homes: 7:00
The Process of getting Tiny Homes Built: 10:00
Firm Foundation is founded: 15:30
Setting People up to Thrive: 18:15
Jake meets with the HUD Secretary: 21:20
What's Next: 24:30
For more on Firm Foundation:
https://www.ffchousing.org/home
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In this episode of Uncommon Interviews, Michael interviews Nick Sherwin, a recording artist & associate professor of marketing, management and strategy in the Crowell School of Business at Biola University. They talk about music, business, and the COVID factor in booking gigs and starting new things during a global pandemic.
Guest Intro: 00:30
Nick's Life Takes a Turn: 2:15
Nick starts No Pressure Productions: 6:00
Nick's Business Background: 10:00
Musicians/Business Students response to COVID Recession 13:00
Playlisting: 20:00
Where to Find Nick's Music: 26:00
You can find Nick's music here:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/60N3AnEd4trMK33onvg0XJ?si=JwNtwJIERDeQxITxSES68A
Find out more about Uncommon Voices Collective at our website:
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In this episode (recorded in December), Daniel is joined again by recording artist Jae Jin. They talk about his plans for 2021,
Guest Intro: 1:00
Plans for 2021: 1:10
People Thirsting for Community & Music: 3:00
Next Steps in a Covid World: 9:00
Final Thoughts: 13:10
You can find his channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/user/jaejinmusic
You can find his website here:
http://www.jaejinmusic.com
In this episode of Uncommon Interviews, Michael sits down with Robert Covolo to talk about Fashion Theology, its history, the tension therein, and how to handle the often difficult conversations involving fashion, gender, and sexuality.
Guest Intro: :30
Fashion & Identity: 1:10
Fashion and Language: 10:00
Tensions within Fashion & Theology: 18:40
Practical Implications for Life: 30:05
You can find Robert's book, Fashion Theology, at the link below.
https://www.amazon.com/Fashion-Theology-Robert-Covolo/dp/1481312731
Find out more about Uncommon Voices Collective at our website:
https://uncommonvoicescollective.com/
In this episode, Daniel is joined by recording artist Jae Jin. They talk about what it means to sign with a record label, artistic autonomy, and Jae's experience on The Voice.
Guest Intro: 00:30
Artistic Autonomy: 1:30
Jae's Audition for The Voice: 5:30
Strategic Gigging: 10:30
Busking in New York: 13:30
Final Thoughts: 15:45
You can find his channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/user/jaejinmusic
You can find his website here:
http://www.jaejinmusic.com
In this episode of Here's What's Streaming, Michael and Kenneth are joined by film podcaster Taylor Blake to talk this years Academy Awards nominations. As always, we'll break down these films from the perspective of family, community, and society.
Guest Intro: 1:30
Family Implications: 4:10
Community Implications: 18:20
Societal Implications: 27:40
Final Thoughts: 35:45
You can see more about UVC and what we're all about at our website below:
https://uncommonvoicescollective.com/
You can find more of Taylor Blake's other podcasts below:
SO IT'S A SHOW podcast: https://soitsashowpodcast.tumblr.com/
ZekeFilm: https://www.zekefilm.org/author/taylor-blake/
Crowd vs. Critic: https://crowdvscritic.tumblr.com/
In this special edition of The Update, we talk to Justin Ariel Bailey, a professor at Dordt University, published author, and P.hD on the topic of theological imagination and how we see our imaginations play it in our daily lives.
In this episode, Mike and Adam talk about the Derek Chauvin trial for the murder of George Floyd, and good news about the Pfizer vaccine and its efficacy against COVID-19.
Today on Here's What's Streaming, we talk Nomadland and the communities therein. Kevin Nye from also joins the podcast to talk about this film and the struggles that the unhoused face.
On this week's episode of The Update, Michael is joined by UVC's Digital Editor and Content Creator Kenneth Chang, and COO of the Community Peace Coalition Colton Curry. We talk about the Atlanta shootings and violence against AAPI persons, and we also talk about how COVID has impacted those experiencing homelessness.
In this episode of Here's What's Streaming, Mike & new UVC Digital Editor & Content Creator, Kenneth Chang, talk about WandaVision and how it resonates right now as we collectively grieve in the middle of a global pandemic.
Join us for another episode of The update with new UVC Magazine Editor Adam Miller. We talk vaccines, COVID relief, adoptions, and the endless series of scandals surrounding NY governor Andrew Cuomo.
In this episode of The Update, Mike and Dr. Dan Van Voorhis (professor, historian, theologian, and podcaster) about depolarization in this country, whether it's possible, and how to go about doing so.
You can find Dan's podcast, "The Christian History Almanac" below:
https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac
Join Mike, Nathan Flores, and Mark Fields as they discuss the communities we see in One Night in Miami, and how this movie can impact our own communities.
Join Mike and Mike as they talk Impeachment, the state of the economy, and more good news about vaccines!
In this episode, Michael talks with theologian and scholar Phil King about stimulus checks, how certain U.S. representatives are seen from a global perspective, and some great vaccine news!
On this episode of The Update, Michael has Professor, Ph.D, and writer Dave Ellingson on to discuss DC Statehood, congressional controversy, and the Gamestop Reddit stock buy.
Join Michael and guest host Mathew John as they talk about Midnight Sky, a Netflix film that was recently released, and what it has to say about family, community, and society.
Welcome to another episode of The Update! This week we have a guest host in Proxemia Founder and Director, Ryan Brown. Join Mike and Ryan as they chat about the first few days of the Biden Administration, the phased re-opening of California, and the 2nd Impeachment trial of former President Trump.
Join Michael Kinsman and Mathew John as they talk about Disney Pixar's Soul. In this podcast, they discuss the family relationships and community dynamics of this beautiful and complex film.
Wow, what a week it has been. Mike and Mike discuss the Capitol Insurrection, Biden's AG pick, and the Georgia Senate run-offs. Join us for another episode of the Update!
Welcome to another episode of The Update! Today Mike and Mike talk about the shocking Trump tapes, California COVID restrictions, and the electoral certification by Congress.
Join Mike and Mike, and their guest from the psychology world, Nathan Flores, as they break down season 2 of the Mandalorian.
Join Mike and Mike and their special guest, Mathew John, a Ph.D in Film & Theology, as we talk about our favorite Christmas movies which you can find on a number of streaming services.
Join us for another episode of The Update. Mike and Mike discuss vaccines, Supreme Court decisions, and Christmas! Hit that subscribe button and listen in.
In this episode, Mike and Mike take a look at the messy relationships in The Queen's Gambit. Join us as we explore this hit Netflix show!
Join Mike and Mike on another episode of the Update. Today, we talk about the COVID economy, Biden transition team, and vaccine distribution.
Welcome to our first episode of What's Streaming! Mike & Mike discuss the Ted Lasso series & what it reflects about the shows representation of family, community, & society as a whole.
In our series called What's Streaming, we want to present an engaging look at some of the noteworthy TV shows & films that we believe should be discussed today.
Welcome to our first edition of The Update! Join Mike and Mike as they discuss the COVID surge, Black Friday, and the Trump election lawsuits.
In The Update, we seek to bring you a thoughtful discussion of the news in an unbiased and factual manner.