This newest episode from Desert Voices tackles some deep and intense subjects, blending education, critical thinking, and spirituality. Hosted by Shaleen Kendrick, a culture coach, mystic, and theologian, the episode explores human nature, comm

76. How Do We Define and Understand Genocide & What Can We Do?

Feb 28th, 2024 30m 15s

Dive deep into the heart of critical thinking with the latest episode of the Desert Voices podcast, where we untangle the complex web of human nature, communication, and spirituality to cultivate well-being. Join Jill, a gifted abolitionist edu

75. War on Gaza: Oppression to international law...and shared humanity

Jan 18th, 2024 26m 30s

Part 3: War on Gaza...Continued conversation with Jill ElizabethThe episode's heart lies in its unwavering focus on humanizing the conflict, guided by Jill's extensive knowledge and empathy. As we navigate complex topics from oppression to inte

74. 🌍 What Does Expansive Empathy Feel Like?

Dec 18th, 2023 26m 8s

Part 2: A journey into empathy, understanding, and meaningful action.Would you want to increase your capacity for empathy? Come explore the neuroscience of empathy with us and do exactly that.Episode 74: "What Does Expansive Empathy Feel Like?"

73. War: How Did We Get Here & How Can We Help!🕊️

Nov 13th, 2023 30m 57s

Learn alongside us about the Israel-Hamas conflict…War: How Did We Get Here & How Can We Help!🕊️“Over the years, Dalia's curiosity would fuel her empathy. It helped her understand…” - The Lemon TreeThe goal for this short series is rooted in c

72. The Power of Presence...What Is It Really?! with Anne Garner

Jan 25th, 2023 30m 16s

We all have superpowers, most of which go unnoticed and untapped. Join the continued conversation starting in Episode 69. This episode centers the gentle, healing voice of Anne Garner joined by Kerry Connelly and Cassidy Hall. Together we disco

71. EROTIC...What is it and how does it promote well-being? with Cassidy Hall - Part 2

Dec 1st, 2022 31m 51s

Part 2…Two beautiful conversations about queerness, spirituality, & eroticism.So…What is it… what is the EROTIC, and how does EROS promote well-being? Is it pornographic or is it so so so much more? Come find out.This episode featuring author,

70. QUEER - A Word of Invitation and Expansive Possibility with Cassidy Hall - Part 1

Nov 30th, 2022 50m 7s

Are you interested in engaging with the word queer differently and understanding how queerness promotes well-being?“You're about to listen to an episode discussing queerness, queer life, and queer expressions. In this episode, I share my experi

69. HOW To Anchor In Your Body: Experience Safety, Connection & Growth (Introduction to Polyvagal Theory)

Nov 17th, 2022 36m 25s

Did you know there is a place in your body specifically designed for you to experience safety, connection, empathy, curiosity, compassion, health, growth, and restoration?!We are back in SEASON 5 and laser focused on Critical Thinking To Promot

68. Finding Affinity Spaces with Laura Beth Buchleiter

Aug 23rd, 2022 34m 1s

What are "Affinity spaces and how do we find them?" Come along with Laura Beth Buchleiter and Shaleen Kendrick exploring Affinity Spaces!Jesus didn't fit in very many places, while on earth, yet belonged everywhere. Why? Because he fully comple

67. Spiritual Evolutions and Becoming with Josh Perez

Aug 16th, 2022 46m 34s

In this episode, we are here with my great friend, Josh Perez. Josh is the creative magic that happens on this show. And Josh is a true creative similar to the powerful Enneagram four energy; he thinks circularly about narrative and in stories

66. Egalitarianism & Complementarianism: Meanings and Impact with Riley Powell - Part 2

Jul 26th, 2022 56m 43s

PART 2 Continues the conversation on "Egalitarianism" & "Complementarianism."What odd, funny words!These weird words seem benign and archaic. They are mainly used in church settings as background words that we overhear but don't pay much attent

65. Egalitarianism & Complementarianism: Meanings and Impact with Riley Powell - Part 1

Jul 12th, 2022 57m 9s

"Egalitarianism" & "Complementarianism" - What odd, funny words!These big weird words seem benign and archaic. They are mainly used in church settings as background words that we overhear but don't pay much attention to. Why should we care abou

64. Abortion Origin Stories & Evangelicalism with Rev. Anne Garner

Jun 29th, 2022 59m 42s

Rightly so, abortion is one of the most complex and critical ethical issues of our day. Uncertain how to competently engage the topic, I buried my head in the sand for too long, claiming, "I don't do politics."What a fool I have been.Learn alon

63. Called Out on a Public Mistake - With Kerry Connelly Part 2

Jun 7th, 2022 37m 35s

We end every episode by saying, we reserve the right to change our minds, make mistakes, and continue to evolve.And so, reserving the right to make mistakes is what this episode is about. Shaleen has made a mistake publicly and she wanted to sh

62. Called Out on a Public Mistake - With Kerry Connelly Part 1

May 31st, 2022 50m 35s

61. BONUS - Feminist Storytelling with Cara Johnson

May 25th, 2022 1h 6m

This episode continues the work of the Feminist Education Series by offering personal stories and experiences. After an overwhelming engagement from our community in What is Feminist Spirituality? with Cara Johnson Parts 1 & 2, Cara was asked t

60. What is Feminist Spirituality? with Cara Johnson - Part 2

May 18th, 2022 52m 35s

In this series, Cara Johnson and I (Shaleen Kendrick) explore what feminist spirituality might look like.Told through intimate life experiences, we discuss how feminism is inherently intertwined with our spirituality. We define terms, teach the

59. What is Feminist Spirituality? with Cara Johnson - Part 1

May 11th, 2022 48m 35s

In this series, Cara Johnson and I (Shaleen Kendrick) explore what feminism IS and what feminism is NOT. Told through intimate life experiences, we discuss how feminism is inherently intertwined with our spirituality. We define terms, teach the

58. Becoming More Human: A Conversation with Tommy Allgood

Apr 20th, 2022 1h 9m

Tommy Allgood...a friend of the Pod...and Ryan Lambros have a beautiful conversation with NO agenda other than talking about what healing looks like in life…their own and in the world. Tommy and Ryan talk about listening to our bodies and what

57. Exploring Mystic Spirituality with Laura Beth Buchleiter - Part 2

Mar 30th, 2022 34m 36s

If God is love and truly loves YOU and all creation, and we believe another mystic's words "for in God we live move and have our being"... Then YOU and ALL creation lives, moves, and has our being IN GOD'S LOVE. It's actually not physiologicall

56. Exploring Mystic Spirituality with Laura Beth Buchleiter - Part 1

Mar 23rd, 2022 31m 33s

"If we stop at God is mystery. Then there's an equity to everyone who is willing to embrace God's mystery. And that's where mysticism becomes a much stronger spiritual platform to look at the world from, for me." -Laura BethPart 1 with Laura Be

55. Can You "Take The Bible Seriously" & Live Mystically? with Riley Powell-Part 2

Mar 8th, 2022 42m 21s

PART 2 EXPLORES HOW MYSTIC SPIRITUALITY...- Decreases our anxiety (who couldn't use less anxiety right now!)- Increases our experiences with freedom, joy, growth, heart connections, empowerment, and belonging.This 2nd episode with Riley Powell

54. Can You "Take The Bible Seriously" & Live Mystically? with Riley Powell-Part 1

Mar 1st, 2022 29m 57s

Welcome to Season 4!Ryan and Shaleen are back from a long season of rest. Season 4 sits a the intersection of Mysticism, Feminism, and Spirituality.In this episode, Riley Powell, a brilliant theologian, and a close friend joins Shaleen in explo

53. Taylor Richardson - I am a Black History FACT in the making!

Dec 14th, 2021 45m 45s

Taylor Richardson (also known as Astronaut Starbright) is an advocate, activist, philanthropist and speaker. She wants to be a physician, scientist and astronaut.Taylor’s service and advocacy work continue to have an incredible trajectory that