Encountering Silence

Marilyn McEntyre: Silence, Words, and Telling the Truth 29.04.2024 55:06 ↓

A conversation with spiritual writer and teacher Marilyn McEntyre, author of books like "Caring for Words in a Culture of Lies."

Ashe Van Steenwyk: Silence, Queer Spirituality, and the Prophetic Imagination 16.01.2024 57:26 ↓

A conversation with Maki Ashe Van Steenwyk, author and excecutive director of the Minneapolis-based Center for the Prophetic Imagination.

Kaira Jewel Lingo: We Were Made for These Times 06.03.2023 56:37 ↓

A conversation with Buddhist author and former nun Kaira Jewel Lingo.

Joy A. Schroeder: Encountering the Silenced Voices of Women Biblical Interpreters 16.11.2022 55:16 ↓

A conversation with Dr. Joy Schroeder, co-author of "Voices Long Silenced"

Carmen Acevedo Butcher: Encountering Silence in the Presence of God 21.08.2022 1:33:49 ↓

We speak with noted contemplative translator Carmen Acevedo Butcher on the occasion of her latest mystical translation: Brother Lawrence's "Practice of the Presence."

Encountering Silence with Sister Joyce Rupp 03.06.2022 1:02:10 ↓

A conversation with Servite Sister Joyce Rupp, author of many books including "Return to the Root: Reflections on the Inner Life."

Sarah Lund: Silence in Teen and Child Mental Health 11.04.2022 58:22 ↓

The Reverend Sarah Lund returns to Encountering Silence to share with us insights from her latest book, "Blessed Youth."

The Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis: Encountering Silence in Fierce Love 09.11.2021 55:46 ↓

A conversation with noted author and activist Jacqui Lewis to celebrate the publication of "Fierce Love."

Nikki Grimes: Encountering Glory, and Silence, in the Margins 14.10.2021 1:00:27 ↓

A conversation with award-winning poet and children's author Nikki Grimes.

Amy Frykholm: Encountering the Wilderness of Silence 26.08.2021 54:47 ↓

A conversation with contemplative author Dr. Amy Frykholm, whose books include "Wild Woman" and "Julian of Norwich: A Contemplative Biography."

Kevin Quashie: The Aesthetics and Poesis of Silence 12.07.2021 1:21:33 ↓

Interview with contemplative scholar Dr. Kevin Quashie (Brown University).

Maisie Sparks: Enjoying God in the Silence 09.06.2021 55:54 ↓

A conversation with spiritual director and author Maisie Sparks (Holy Shakespeare, Christmas Quiet).

Encountering a New Silence with Dr. Beverly Lanzetta 05.05.2021 50:00 ↓

A conversation with visionary contemplative author Dr. Beverly Lanzetta, author of "A New Silence."

Sophfronia Scott: Silence, the Seeker, and the Monk 02.04.2021 1:01:37 ↓

Sophfronia Scott speaks to Encountering Silence about her latest book, in which she explores her interest in the Trappist monk Thomas Merton.

Barbara Brown Taylor: Silence, Vulnerability, and Love (Part Two) 17.03.2021 29:00 ↓

Part Two of Our Episode with New York Times bestselling author Barbara Brown Taylor, author of "When God is Silent" and many other books.

Barbara Brown Taylor: Silence, Vulnerability, and Love (Part One) 09.03.2021 31:40 ↓

Part one of our two-part conversation with New York Times bestselling author Barbara Brown Taylor.

Encountering Silence and Contemplating Now 25.02.2021 44:36 ↓

In today's episode of Encountering Silence, we visit co-host Cassidy Hall's new podcast, Contemplating Now: A Podcast Exploring the Intersection of Contemplation and Social Justice. Join us as we listen to wisdom from previous Encountering Silence guest, Therese Taylor-Stinson: spiritual director, author, and ordained deacon and elder in the Presbyterian Church (PCUSA).

Silence in Sound: A Collection of Ambient Field Recordings 16.02.2021 34:30 ↓

A collection of ambient field recordings from birds to surf to wind. Listen to how subtle nature is, and listen for the silence in the sound.

Sarah Griffith Lund: Silence, Marriage and Mental Health (Part Two) 03.02.2021 36:21 ↓

The conclusion of our conversation with Pastor Sarah Griffith Lund.

Sarah Griffith Lund: Silence, Marriage and Mental Heath (Part One) 26.01.2021 40:53 ↓

Pastor and mental health advocate Sarah Griffith Lund returns to Encountering Silence.

Patrick Shen: Silence and the Dawn Chorus 12.01.2021 42:58 ↓

Our good friend Patrick Shen returns to tell us about his latest project, "The Dawn Chorus."

Kaya Oakes, Silence, the Body, and Women Mystics (Part Two) 05.01.2021 29:41 ↓

The conclusion of our conversation with writer Kaya Oakes.

Kaya Oakes, Silence, the Body, and Women Mystics (Part One) 29.12.2020 38:21 ↓

The first part of our two-part conversation with author Kaya Oakes.

Zenju Earthlyn Manuel: Silence, Ritual, and the Earth (Part Two) 08.12.2020 38:04 ↓

The conclusion of our conversation with Zenju Earthlyn Manuel, Zen priest, author, and poet.

Zenju Earthlyn Manuel: Silence, Ritual, and the Earth (Part One) 01.12.2020 40:03 ↓

Zenju Earthlyn Manuel, Zen priest, author, and poet, joins us for this first part of a two-part conversation.