This podcast seeks to highlight people across the world in various fields who are working, discovering, and thriving in community spaces. Through this celebration and coming together we hope that people reimagine community as the driver of the Good Life. CREDITS Hosted by Cormac Russell and Sacha DeWolfe Podcast theme created by Isaac Russell. Edited by Jayden Dedam
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While the world becomes increasingly complex, professionalized, and disconnected, the church is experiencing a crisis of identity. Do we follow suit and strive to out-program, out-professionalize, and out-attract the rest of the world? Or do gather at the table and focus on the small and simple community-based practices that have been our strength across the generations? At the Table is a Podcast for church leaders interested in community-based ministry that contributes to the common good vi ...
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Welcome to the Servant Leadership Lab podcast, where we explore the transformative power of servant leadership in the laboratory of life. In this podcast, we will delve into the philosophy and practice of servant leadership, a leadership approach that emphasizes the well-being and growth of individuals, teams, and organizations. We will explore how servant leadership can create a positive and empowering work environment, foster collaboration and innovation, and drive sustainable success. Whe ...
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Smart and Simple Matters: Creating Community, Simplicity, and Authenticity with You
Joel Zaslofsky: Community Animator, Connector, Multipotentialite, Podcaster, and Spreadsheet Guy
Joel Zaslofsky – your community-animating, convention-challenging show host – taps into all his powerful (and often quirky) strategies in a diverse mix of conversations and solo episodes. For example, you’ll get chats with TED Talk hotshots like Andy Puddicombe on meditation, experts like Tsh Oxenreider on gratitude, humble influencers like Joshua Becker on minimalism, or Paleo superstars like Mark Sisson on Primal-living. The show has 100,000s of downloads because listeners love to deeply e ...
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3 legendary guys reading books.
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The Connected Community with Cormac Russell
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Today's episode is a conversation with Cormac Russell, a social explorer, writer, and speaker inviting folks to look at their communities through the lens of asset-based community development. Cormac has written several books on ABCD, and his most recent, co-authored with John McKnight, is titled "The Connected Community: Discovering the Health, We…
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Today's episode is a conversation with Chuck Marohn, the founder and President of Strong Towns, a non-profit working to reimagine community development in the United States. Chuck and his team at Strong Towns advocate for development that is adaptable, financially responsible and profitable, and local. They remind us that the current models of deve…
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Today's episode is a conversation with Dr Cindy Lee, a spiritual director, professor, mystic, and author of Our Unforming: De-Westernizing Spiritual Formation. In her book, Dr Lee untangles the limits of a spirituality developed and understood by and through one single cultural lens. The cultural lens of the West has dominated the language and prac…
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In Pursuit of the Connected Community - A Year in Review with Sacha and Cormac
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Sacha wishes to correct her wording around a program being offered at Mount Allison Univeristy. There is work toward a Master of Community Supported Education not a Bachelor of a community Engaged Learning. Rene Girard’s Mimetic Theory: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mimetic_theory Mattering Theory: https://www.goodlifeproject.com/podcast/the-psycho…
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28 - The Art of Self-Awareness and Maximizing One’s Impact on Those They Lead, with Brian Smith
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Brian Smith about the art of self-awareness and maximizing one's impact on those they lead. Brian Smith, PhD, (https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourbizdr/) stands at the helm of IA Business Advisors as its founder and senior managing partner. Having counseled over 20,000 global leaders, rangin…
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27 - Creating a Collaborative Leadership Team, with Angela Johnson
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Angela Johnson about creating a collaborative leadership team. Angela Johnson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelajohnsonscrumtrainer/) is a successful entrepreneur, author, educator and coach who founded Collaborative Leadership Team in 2010. She mentors, trains and empowers people to use…
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Settled with Gabrielle Clowdus
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Today’s episode is a conversation with Gabrielle Clowdus, one of the founders and leaders with Settled, a Minnesota-based organization helping churches to establish permanent supportive tiny home villages for folks experiencing long-term homelessness. Settled’s approach to addressing homelessness includes housing, but more importantly, focuses on b…
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Six Degrees of Ubuntu (All My Relations) with Rama Naidu
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6 Degree Shift https://www.6degreeshift.com/ Truth & Reconciliation (TRC) https://nctr.ca/about/history-of-the-trc/trc-website/Af Cormac Russell & Sacha DeWolfe
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26 - Empowering Marginalized Communities, with Thomas Ng
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover and Dr. Angela Schill talks with Thomas Ng about empowering marginalized communities. Thomas Ng is the founder of Genashtim, a for-profit social enterprise that aims to empower marginalized communities, through specialization in eLearning, Digitalization, and ESG services. His remarkable journey beg…
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This Common Life with Amar Peterman
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Today’s episode is a conversation with Amar Peterman, a scholar, writer, and theologian living in Milwaukee and currently working for Interfaith America. Through his newsletter This Common Life, Amar reflects on the Christian call into the public square, and his forthcoming book of the same title, is an effort to name a uniquely Christian conceptio…
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Community Engaged Learning: The Sackville 20/20 story-with Prof. Michael Fox
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Boétie, E. (1576). The Discourse of Voluntary Servitude. Unknown. Deleuze, G. & Guattari, F. (1994). What is philosophy? Columbia University Press Rockport, Tom. (2005). Reading Hegel’s Phenomenology (review). Journal of the History of Philosophy, 43(4), 493-494 Renga, I. (2017). Unpacking a Liturgical Framing of Desire for the Purposes of Educatio…
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Sacred Sites with Jim Bear Jacobs
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Today’s episode is a conversation with Rev Jim Bear Jacobs, the co-director of Racial Justice at the Minnesota Council of Churches, and the founder of Healing Minnesota Stories, an organization that strives to create understanding and healing between Native American and non-Native people. Jim Bear also curated and facilitates a Sacred Sites Tour in…
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Repair Cafes with Pete Marchetto
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Today’s episode is a conversation with Pete Marchetto, one of the founders and organizers of the Port Jervis Repair Café in Port Jervis NY. Each month, Pete, his spouse, and the community at St Peter’s Lutheran church open the church to neighbors and community members in need of repairs for household items – vacuums, lamps, chairs, clothing, zipper…
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The Power of Resident-led Responses, and How to Mobilise That Power Where You Live.
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TEDxPerth talk number 1 - 2013 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1WSkXWSJac TEDxPerth talk number 2 2023 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cbp92gIuxPY West Beacy Bunch website https://westbeacybunch.org/ Tim Darby website https://www.timdarbycreative.com/ Ecoburbia - home website and business https://ecoburbia.com.au/…
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When institutions put Communities first, An in depth interview with Katie Kelly
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Kay Hall is a resident and community leader in my hometown of West Kibride and a Director on the West Kilbride Initiative Board. More info at www.westkilbride.org.uk and www.crafttownscotland.org.uk New Local is an independent Think Tank and Network, with a mission to transform public services and unlock community power. Website is www.newlocal.org…
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Abundant Communities Edmonton with Howard Lawrence and Tammy Greidanus
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Today’s episode is a conversation with Tammy Greidanus and Howard Lawrence from Keep Neighbouring in Edmonton, formerly called Abundant Communities. Keep Neighbouring is an initiative that builds connections and relationships between neighbors to support healthy communities, bringing folks together for block parties, place-based projects, and commu…
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Fragile Neighborhoods with Dr. Seth Kaplan
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Today’s episode is a conversation with Dr. Seth Kaplan, Professional Lecturer at John Hopkins University, expert on Fragile States, and author of the book “Fragile Neighborhoods: Repairing American Society, One Zip Code at a Time.” Dr Kaplan argues that to address social decline in the US, we must refocus our attention on the neighborhood, on stren…
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Activating the Common Good with Peter Block
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Peter Block joins the podcast again, this time with a new book; "Activating the Common Good: Reclaiming Control of Our Collective Wellbeing". Peter invites us to discover and treasure the commons, to embrace relational activism, and to pay attention to a handful of critical fields for activating the common good. Along the way, we talk about eulogie…
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Overwhelmed by the Nearness of God
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In this episode, I share a bit about what grounds me in this work and my hopes for Season 2 of At the Table: Christian Community for the Common Good. I ask for your feedback, questions, and stories which you can send to me at nick@nicholastangen.com. And I introduce a new segment I'm calling Table Talks where I offer some questions for you to bring…
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Welfare Systems that Harm and the Family, and Community Alternatives that Heal
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~An in-depth interview with Elizabeth Wendel and Kevin Campbell (Co-directors, Pale Blue)Af Cormac Russell & Sacha DeWolfe
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25 - The Coaching Ripple Effect, with Amy Lavoie
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Amy Lavoie about a new Torch study that confirms how coaching creates a virtuous cycle of positive behavior and change that benefits not just for the individuals who get it, but their wider report and team communities. Amy Lavoie (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-lavoie-96b3773/) is respon…
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Season 1 Finale - At the Table: Christian Community for the Common Good
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In 2023, I have had 16 different conversations with lay people, clergy, writers, activists, and neighbors all committed to the idea of a place-based and discerning church. A church with the power and the freedom to contribute to the flourishing of their neighborhood, not with services and charity, but with connection, community, and authenticity. T…
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It Takes a Village to Educate a Child
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Speaker information: Dr. Alicia Noreiga-Mundaroy https://commdev.acadiau.ca/faculty-staff/alicia-noreiga-mundaroy.html Vollmer, J. (2010). Schools cannot do it alone : building public support for America's public schools. Fairfield, IA: Enlightenment Press.Af Cormac Russell & Sacha DeWolfe
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24 - Servant Leadership and the Importance of Values Congruence, with Dr. Danielle Williams
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Angela Schill and Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talk with Dr. Danielle Williams about servant leadership and the importance of values congruence. Dr. Danielle E. Williams is a servant leader that for over 20 years has worked in the fields of Education, Leadership, and Healthcare. She holds degrees and certifications from Vir…
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23 - Self-Leadership and the Difference Between a Job and a Career, with Dr. Benjamin Ritter
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Dr. Benjamin Ritter about self-leadership and the difference between a job and a career. Dr. Benjamin Ritter (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritterbenj/), founder of Live for Yourself Consulting, is a leadership and career coach, Talent Development Executive, values geek, international speak…
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God's Economy of Generosity with Rev Jose Humphreys III
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Today’s episode is a conversation with Reverend Jose Humphreys III, a pastor, church planter, and consultant helping the church to take place seriously and think differently about the impact of our dollars. He is the author of Seeing Jesus in East Harlem: What Happens When Churches Show Up and Stay Put, and Ecosystems of Jubilee: Economic Ethics fo…
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22 - The Intersection of Health and Work, with Candice Elliott
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Candice Elliott about the intersection of health and work. Candice Elliott (https://www.linkedin.com/in/candiceelliott/) is a Fractional CHRO and HR Mentor for business and non-profit leaders. She focuses on the intersection of public health, organizational and community development, help…
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21 - The Connected Community: Discovering the Health, Wealth, and Power of Neighborhoods, with Cormac Russell
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Cormac Russell about his book, The Connected Community: Discovering the Health, Wealth, and Power of Neighborhoods. Cormac Russell (http://linkedin.com/in/cormacrussell) is a social explorer, author, speaker, and managing director of Nurture Development, he sits on the faculty of the Asse…
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Church for Ordinary People with Darryl & Stephanie Answer
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Today’s episode is a conversation with Stephanie and Darryl Answer, who are faculty members at the Asset Based Community Development Institute at DePaul University, and founders of New Community Church in Kansas City, Missouri. New Community is a church that takes seriously the call to be the neighbor by highlighting and animating gifts, reimaginin…
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20 - What to Do When Your Leaders Struggle to Perform, with Michael Teape
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Michael Teape about what to do when your leaders struggle to perform. Since 1994, Michael Teape (https://www.linkedin.com/in/teapetraining/) has been conducting business and personal effectiveness design and delivery training, coaching, train-the-trainer, and training strategy development…
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Asset-Based Community Engaged Learning: Student Perspectives
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19 - Humility and Servant Leadership, with Dr. Corné Bekker
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In this HCI podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks shares two related talks (including his own) from the Ten News Live - ISOL Foundation Virtual Conference on Human Oriented Leadership Style. Dr. Corné Bekker (https://www.regent.edu/faculty/d-litt-et-phil-corne-j-bekker/) joined Regent University in 2005. He previously served as the associ…
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18 - People Management and Culture Building to Service Entrepreneurs and Their Teams, with Nicky Billou
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Nicky Billou about people management and culture building to service entrepreneurs and their teams. Nicky Billou (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickybillou/) is the #1 International Best Selling Author of the book: Finish Line ThinkingTM: How to Think and Win Like a Champion, The Thought Le…
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Everywhere You Look: A Conversation with Tim Soerens
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Today’s Episode is a conversation with Tim Soerens, the Co-founding Executive Director of the Parish Collective, an organization that connects people to be the church in the neighborhood. Tim recently wrote a book titled “Everywhere you look: Discovering the Church Right Where You Are”, that casts a vision for a church rooted in place and a faith p…
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Introduction to The Connected Community (Part 2)
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https://natoaganegfirstnation.ca/ Government of Canada. (2022). Statistics on Indigenous Peoples. https://www.statcan.gc.ca/en/subjects-start/indigenous_peoples Tuck, E. (2009). Suspending Damage: A Letter to Communities. Harvard Educational Review, 79(3), 409-428 Tuck. E., & K., Yang. (2019). Indigenous and Decolonizing Studies in Education: M…
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17 - The Power Of Connecting: How To Activate Profitable Relationships By Serving Your Network, with Nicky Billou
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Nicky Billou about his book, The Power Of Connecting: How To Activate Profitable Relationships By Serving Your Network. Nicky Billou (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickybillou/) is the #1 International Best Selling Author of the book: Finish Line Thinking: How to Think and Win Like a Champi…
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16 - Marrying the Disciplines of Strategy and Leadership in the Service of Our Clients, with Richard Medcalf
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Richard Medcalf about marrying the disciplines of strategy and leadership in the service of our clients. Richard Medcalf (https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardmedcalf/) describes himself as "what you get if you were to put a McKinsey consultant, a slightly unorthodox pastor and an entrepren…
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Church on the Move: A Conversation with Pastor Travis Norvell
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Today’s episode is a conversation with Pastor Travis Norvell, known around town and on Twitter as the Pedaling Pastor. Travis serves at Judson Memorial Baptist Church in South Minneapolis and can often be seen riding his bike around the neighborhood, connecting with community members. He’s the author of “Church on the Move: A Practical Guide for Mi…
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15 - An Iterative Model of Self-Sustaining Authentic Servant Leadership
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In this episode, part of National Leadership Development Day, Dr. Westover talked about developing an authentic leadership style grounded in Servant Leadership Theory.Af HCI Podcast Network
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Discovering Mutual Delight: A Conversation with DeAmon Harges
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Today’s episode is a conversation with DeAmon Harges, the original roving listener. DeAmon has been about that place-based work for his whole life, and credits his grandparents with instilling the skills and temperament for listening deeply within community. A couple months ago, I interviewed Pastor Mike Mather on the podcast, who worked alongside …
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14 - Key Leadership Attributes and Servant Leadership, with Amin Sanaia
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In this episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Dr. Amin Sanaia about key leadership attributes and servant leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAf HCI Podcast Network
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Introduction to The Connected Community (Part 1)
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Cormac Russell, interviewed by his cohost Sacha DeWolfe, shares his perspective on The Connected Community and provides a synopsis of what the podcast will highlight for listeners. Thanks for listening to our first episode. Sacha based much of her conversation with Cormac on the contents of his new book, The Connected Community - Discovering the He…
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13 - Commitment to the Growth of People and Servant Leadership
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In this episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover and Dr. Eric Russell continue their discussions on servant leadership and explore the connection between a commitment to the growth of people and servant leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAf HCI Podcast Network
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The Art of Public Church: A Conversation with Jeremy Myers
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Today’s episode is a conversation with my friend Jeremy Myers, the Christiansen Chair of Religion and Vocation at Augsburg University in Minneapolis, MN. Jeremy has been a religion professor for a lot of years and found his way into this work through youth ministry. In this conversation we talk about a framework for Public Church, and the power of …
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12 - Empathy and Servant Leadership
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In this episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover and Dr. Eric Russell continue their weekly servant leadership discussions and explore the concept of empathy in servant leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAf HCI Podcast Network
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11 - Calling and Servant Leadership
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In this episode, Dr. Westover and Dr. Russell continue their weekly servant leadership discussions and explore the concept of career calling as it relates to servant leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAf HCI Podcast Network
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Dignity and Power through Community Organizing: A Conversation with Catalina Morales Bahena
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Today’s episode is a conversation with my good friend Catalina Morales Bahena, the Formation and Coaching Manager at Faith in Action a national organizing institution working for racial and economic justice. She is a student, a Dreamer, and a practiced community organizer. We talk about the discipline of community organizing, power and power buildi…
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10 - Credibility and Servant Leadership
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In this episode, Dr. Westover and Dr. Russell continue their weekly servant leadership discussions and explore the concept of credibility as it relates to servant leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAf HCI Podcast Network
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In this episode, Dr. Westover and Dr. Russell continue their weekly servant leadership discussions and explore the concept of vision as it relates to servant leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAf HCI Podcast Network
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In this episode, Dr. Westover and Dr. Russell continue their weekly servant leadership discussions and explore the concepts of empowerment and delegation as they relate to servant leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAf HCI Podcast Network
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