Conversations About Life

Fritz is a diver, veteran, former lawyer and judge and VFW Commander-In-Chief … also, a philosophy major.  We talk about life, purpose, God, the Good Life, and more. Fritz

Terry was a guest October 14th, 2020.  At the time he was active as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, or the Mormon church.  Since then, he has left and is not a part of a church in traditional Christianity, a non-denominational protestant church.  We talk about he journey from where he was to where he is now. Terry

Tom is a Vietnam veteran.  We talk about his recreational activities, mental health, and God. Tom

Ed is a Christian  apologist, meaning he gives a defense for why it’s reasonable to believe in God.  Dan use to be a Christian, but all of that has fallen away for him.  They both give a summary of how they got to where they are now.  Then there’s a bit of debate about if it’s reasonable to believe in God. Ed and Dan  

Austin is a thoughtful person about experiencing life.  He’s struggled with eczema, enjoys rock climbing, and is attuned toward joy. Austin

David is a Jewish man, born in New York , raised in Israel, now in St. Louis.  We talk about Jewish rituals and beliefs. David

Cindy is founder of Cindy Jackson Integrated Health & Wellness.  Her website is at www.cindyjacksonwellness.com Cindy Jackson

Rick grew up in a big Catholic family on a farm in the Midwest.  We talk about how Christianity became “alive” for him, adventure and relating to people. Rick  

Zeke is 21 and a neighbor.  He is currently in school, studying to be a physical therapist. Zeke

Thomas and I discuss the Roman Catholic faith and how it differs from Protestantism.

Timothy grew up in Christianity but ran into a crisis of faith when he encountered other world views.  He spent a few years as an agnostic trying to figure things out.  Timothy eventually landed on Christianity, but only intellectually convinced.  It was a while after that before he experienced the power and transformation of his heart that comes from Christianity. Timothy now writes articles rela...

Steve is a Christian and found fulfillment in serving as a RN. Steve

Shane and I talk about our particular understandings of Christianity and how they differ.  I think Shane’s understanding of Christianity is an example of Mainline Christianity.  According to Google’s AI Overview, Mainline denominations beliefs are … “Mainline denominations emphasize the Bible’s concept of justice. They tend to be more accepting of gender and sexuality...

Ja’Nae grew up fast, becoming emancipated at age 15, married and 17, working two jobs and going to high school.  Ja’Nae talks about her life thus far. Ja’Nae

Sandy, my neighbor, talks about the different stages in her life, her marriage now to Wally, life as an older person, and grandkids. Sandy  

When I first met Mac, I asked him how he was, and he said, “Better than I deserve”.  We talk about what prompted that response and life changes. Mac

Michael Shepherd Jordan hikes, climbs rock, and is an  author and actor.  We talk about all of that plus Michael’s thoughts about what life is all about. Michael’s website is at www.michaelshepherdjordan.com Michael Shepherd Jordan    

Todd started experiencing the loss of his peripheral vision as a young man.  That increased to blindness.  We talk about that experience and about Todd’s thoughts about life. Todd  

Jason was a guest in February of 2022.  A lot has happened since then.  We catch up.  Jason’s first conversation is at Free Market Economics w/ Jason Hayden. Jason  

Ricky Cruz is a professional wrestler from Puerto Rico.  We talk about that and life influences. Ricky Cruz  

Gracie grew up in a Christian family.  We talk about how Christianity became personal for her.  We also talked about adventures and rock climbing. Gracie

Tony grew up in San Diego with his family.  They all had a spiritual encounter with God when Tony was 19.  Many turns in life has led Tony to where he is now. Tony

Carol had a spiritual awakening as a girl.  Then at 19 she attended a Bible study that made everything click.  We also talk about fighting against anger. Carol

Z is a rock climber.  We talk about that and how we all have different perspectives on life and other things.  Z is from India. Z

Amanda shares some from her own experience of life not going as planned, how Jewish communities have reminded themselves of suffering, and how Jesus not only healed but fought against evil in the world as well. Amanda