The Two-World Podcast

In this episode, Barney and Jacob talk with Ken Nanes about the TV show Northern Exposure and explore some of its themes of hope and reconciliation.

In this episode, Barney and Jacob interview Katrina about her work in Pharmacy and the impact of family and living abroad on her story.

In this episode, Barney and Jacob interview Dr. Lena Franklin about her experience with practicing medicine and the impact of faith and family on her profession.

Barney and Jacob interview Zhen about her experiences with celebrating Chinese New Year.

Barney and Jacob interview Shawn about his passion for vintage Volkswagens, his uncle who inspired him, and his children with whom he enjoys his hobby.

Barney and Jacob interview Ron Martin about his experience of serving with Mennonite Central Committee in Brazil. Ron highlights the importance of respecting and meeting people where they are in forming partnerships and building relationships.

Barney and Jacob talk about their experiences of learning a new perspective on faith from other family members and friends.

Barney and Jacob share reflections on 2021 and hopes for 2022, including potential future directions for the podcast.

Jacob and Barney invite Shawn onto the show to discuss what it's like to do a podcast with Barney (or did Shawn and Barney invite Jacob onto their show, English All Over the Place?).  Get a glimpse of the two sides of Barney that people get to know thanks to the two very different podcasts he's a part of. The full audio version of their conversation is available at English All Over the Place:...

Barney shares with Jacob the story of how he began learning the Ukulele and the two talk about music and explore the theme song of the podcast.

Barney and Jacob interview Ken Nanes about the free Christmas Eve Dinner offered by Wooster Mennonite Church to the community. It is inspiring how the event draws participants into a deeper experience of hospitality and gratitude that honors in a special way the birth of Jesus.

Barney and Jacob interview Bill Seymour about Monday Meals at Orrville  Mennonite Church. Bill reveals that the desire to bless others  accompanied by reliance on God, partnership, and the opportunity for  action can create deeper connection with one's neighborhood and broader  community.

Barney and Jacob interview Julie about her experience teaching English in China. Julie shares her gratitude for those who shaped her life by trusting her, welcoming her into their lives, and inviting her into their space.

Barney and Jacob interview Thomas Dunn about his experiences with the Swahili Community Mennonite Church of Akron. Much can be learned about life and faith in the giving and receiving of hospitality among friends from different parts of the world.

Barney and Jacob share stories about naming children in their families. Often these names carry deeper meaning and continue to inspire joy.

Join Barney and Jacob as they reflect on three types of bread (bread of family, bread of culture, and bread faith) and the impact of each on their lives.

In this episode, Jacob and Barney reflect on their weddings and the new significance they have come to hold after many years.

Jon shares with Jacob and Barney about his experiences with traveling to China and adopting two boys. Jon highlights his appreciation for Chinese culture and his desire for his sons to know and experience the culture and heritage of their birthplace.

In today's episode Jacob and Barney share about their experiences with Wooster Mennonite Church. Barney speaks as one who grew up in the church and Jacob as one who has served as pastor in the congregation for over a decade.

In this episode, Jacob and Barney talk about their experiences with Yachiyo Bible Baptist Church and its connection with Wooster Mennonite Church.

In this episode Jacob and Barney share about their experiences with the forming of a sister church relationship between Wooster Mennonite Church and Yachiyo Bible Baptist Church.

In this episode Jacob and Barney share about their experiences visiting Hiroshima, a city that embodies a powerful message of peace and forgiveness.

Jacob and Barney dive deeper into one another's experiences overseas and find a number of shared ways in which their experiences impacted both the course of their lives and in their journeys in faith.

In this episode we'll learn about Jacob's time studying in Israel and the many ways it impacted and directed his life.

Learn about Barney's time of service in Thailand and the connections that he and Jacob make regarding broader issues of faith.