The Way Of Kanan Podcast

This is the second of two episodes in which I share thoughts on empathy and some personal experiences with it. In this episode, I share some thoughts on the lack of empathy shown in responses to those hurt by increased ICE activity in Minnesota. I also share how experiences of vulnerability help me feel more connected with Jesus. I end with examples of how the contemporary idea of sympathy (detach...

This is the first of two episodes in which I will share thoughts on empathy and some personal experiences with it. Below are some of the resources cited in the episode Articles on Force Empathy in Star Wars * Why One Force Power Threatened Everything Palpatine Was Trying To Build Screen Rant * The Force Ability Power Emperor Palpatine Feared the Most May 4 Be With You Empathy vs Sympathy * What’s...

This is the second part of my podcast highlighting some of my favorite “Christmas Songs” that many don’t associate with the holiday. These songs reflect an aspect of the Incarnation that’s more raw and realistic than most traditional Christmas music. You can find my original posts of these songs from 2014 here . The second part of this episode looks at the last two songs: * Baby Boy by for King +...

This episode of The Way of Kanan is unique. In 2014, I authored five blog posts highlighting some of my favorite “Christmas Songs” that many don’t associate with the holiday. These songs reflect an aspect of the Incarnation that’s more raw and realistic than most traditional Christmas music. You can find the original posts here . I am splitting these songs into two episodes because, together, they...

In this episode, I compare Jesus’ perspective on wealth with how some parts of the American Christian Church see it today, especially in the current political climate. In segment 1, I examine the story of the  Rich Young Ruler  in Matthew's account of Jesus' life. Back then and even now, some people see wealth as a sign of virtue and God’s blessings. Jesus doesn’t view it that way. In segment 2, I...

If you are expecting an episode about A Christmas Story , I hope I don’t disappoint you. The recent fuss over Bad Bunny being chosen as the performer for the Super Bowl halftime show has brought white fragility back into the national spotlight. It seems that whenever Black and Brown people are showcased in sports or entertainment these days, there are always people complaining about the choice. Al...

This is not the type of topic I intended to cover early in this podcast. Still, the influence that Charlie Kirk had in some conservative religious circles made it necessary to address the response to his tragic murder and what it says about some people in the contemporary American civil religion called Christianity. It is appropriate to mourn Charlie Kirk's death while also responding to some of t...

In this first episode, I outline what The Way of Kanan is all about. I also share some initial insights on how to recognize a genuine Jesus follower and provide straightforward tips for navigating times of spiritual uncertainty. Leave a comment below. Check out my Substack at https://wayofkanan.substack.com/ . You can also email me at llongard@gmail.com. This is a public episode. If you would like...