PODCAST · society
Intersections
by ksqd.org
KSQD 90.7 FM Santa Cruz - Community Radio for the Central Coast
Episodes
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Spring Stories: The Great Spiritual Narratives
Each spring for hundreds (or thousands) of years, the three great Abrahamic monotheistic faiths observe significant holidays in their traditions. In Judaism, it is the festival of Passover; in Christianity, it is Easter, and in Islam, it is Ramadan (though the exact dates for Ramadan change each...
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Engaging the Social Imagination: A Conversation with Author & Writer Anne Snyder
Skillful communicators can have a way of identifying underlying contemporary challenges while articulating a compelling vision for a world that could be. Anne Snyder uses language to speak into the issues of our time through a focused social, cultural and spiritual lens. Her work combines…
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Soul-Care in a Stressful Age: A Conversation with Therapist Janice McWilliams
A variety of indicators point out that many people are experiencing unprecedented levels of stress and anxiety from work, political polarization, and worries about the future. This ongoing pressure impacts people’s daily lives and can result in deepening despair and discouragement. Is it possible...
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Climate Change in the Developing World: A Conversation with Abel Mkulama
Abel Mkulama has been addressing climate change since he was growing up in Malawi. He is a graduate of the Coastal Science and Policy program at the University of California at Santa Cruz, where he worked on projects to prevent deforestation. He is a Program Associate at the Center for Effective...
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Laurie Schlaepfer: Exploring the Landscape of World Spirituality
In all different cultures around the world, humans are passionate about their spiritual beliefs. It seems that we have a propensity to be religious–to have some kind of spiritual perspective and distinct religious practices that inform and shape how we live our lives. Laurie Schlaepfer, a…
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Dr. Darrel Falk: A Genetic Biologist Reconciles Science & Faith
Dr. Falk has been an accomplished biologist for over 40 years and has been a researcher, university instructor and author. His unique approach as a biologist caused some controversy at the religious academic institution where he taught. Dr. Falk discusses his work, how he reconciles his spiritual...
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Don Miller: The Crisis in Local Journalism
Local journalism is facing an existential crisis: A variety of forces are pressing in on small-town newspapers that may soon make them obsolete. As a journalist at the Santa Cruz Sentinel for over 4 decades, Don discusses his experiences, concerns and beliefs about the challenges currently facing...
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Barney Wiget: How a Personal Crisis Changed a Pastor’s Heart
Much of the recent public discussions about religion often focuses exclusively on political power and right-wing social movements. However, these conversations often overlook voices of faith who articulate a different vision than is often portrayed in the media. Barney Wiget is a retired pastor…
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Katie Nees: Trauma & Children
Children are among the most vulnerable of society. They are completely dependent on caring adults. How can adults help young people deal with medical emergencies, natural disasters, and the horrors of war? Katie Nees, a certified Child Life Specialist who has worked in a pediatric emergency room...
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Martin Doblmeier: Documentary Eye
The medium of film can transport us to imagined places, as well as deepen our awareness and understanding of the world in which we find ourselves. Turning a documentary lens to complex historical figures and events requires an ability to navigate tensions between underlying values and beliefs in…
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Ken Medema: Seeing the Music
What is the relationship between the human senses and the creative process? This inaugural episode of Intersections features a conversation with songwriter and performer Ken Medema, who, unable to see from birth, creates songs and stories that speak to the human experience. From his work as a…
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Writing about the Local Faith Community
Alliee DeArmond has been a columnist for the Santa Cruz Sentinel focusing on the faith community for many years. In her monthly “In the Spirit” column, Alliee writes about her unique stories and perspectives around the topics of faith, spirituality, life and religion. In this conversation, Alliee...
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Christians Resisting the Vaccine
Across the country, one of the distinct demographic groups that has been hesitant to get vaccinated against the Covid-19 virus are Evangelical Christians. Why are Christians so resistant to getting vaccinated? Is there anything being done by fellow Evangelicals to provide them with valuable...
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Caring for Refugees
Every day, children and families cross our southern border and request asylum as they flee countries with violence, political instability and poverty. How do people of faith respond to this crisis along the border and in our local communities? In this program, we meet two individuals who live out...
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One Year of Covid: Celebrating the Spring Religious Holidays
Spring 2021 marks one year into the Covid pandemic. As we mark a full year into this global crisis, how have religious people kept the faith during the past year and how are they celebrating their spring holidays? A Jewish rabbi, Evangelical pastor, and a lay Islamic leader discuss their spring...
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Faith Story: Loss, Grief, & Forgiveness
Dan and Lyn Wagner faced a challenge that few parents ever imagine–the sudden loss of both of their children in a tragic car accident caused by a woman under the influence of drugs. Through this tremendous loss, the Wagner’s faith was deeply challenged. Yet, their spiritual life and practice…
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Christian Nationalism & the January 6 Insurrection
On January 6, 2021, there was an unprecedented assault on our nation’s capitol. Some of the people involved in the violence were evangelical Christians and believed that their actions were a genuine expression of their faith and love for their country. This blending of faith and patriotism has…
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Shelter in Faith Conversation: Religious Roots of the Insurrection
In this edition of Faith Matters, we broadcast a unique dialogue hosted by the Santa Cruz and Watsonville Public Library. The four-part Shelter in Place series brought together Santa Cruz County leaders of diverse faith traditions, perspectives, and practices to help the community Shelter in…
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Celebrating the Winter Religious Holidays in 2020
2020 has been a year unlike any in recent memory, or perhaps in American history. As a nation, and in our area, we have been stretched beyond all measure–including a devastating pandemic, racial unrest, a bitter political season, and wildfires that have ravaged communities. With the winter…
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Faith & the 2020 Election: Before the Election
In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, the 2020 election has been the most divisive election in recent memory. Political parties are jockeying for position while claiming that victory for the other party will mean catastrophe in our nation. What has this tumultuous election season been like for...
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Faith in the Time of Corona: Christianity & Racial Reconciliation
The Christian faith in America, while making many positive contributions throughout our history, has also mirrored the racism and social injustice present throughout the development of our country. White and Black Christians gathered separately in distinct communities that promoted discrimination...
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Faith in the Time of Corona: Faith & Politics, Part 2
Our second conversation in our Politics & Faith series highlights how two Evangelical Christians, politically active in the current election season, draw different political and moral convictions from their common sacred texts. Listen to a civil conversation between these two individuals who…
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Faith in the Time of Corona: Faith & Politics, Part 1
Not only is our country experiencing a pandemic that has claimed the lives of almost 200,000 people, we now have a looming national election. With our nation deeply divided along ideological and political lines, religious communities have experienced sharp divisions as well. This is especially…
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Faith in the Time of Corona: Faith in the Middle of the Fire
In the middle of the Covid pandemic and nationwide protests against racism, our community now faces another unprecedented crisis–raging wildfires that are devastating our region. Communities in our area are being evacuated as firefighters battle the blaze that stretches in the Santa Cruz…
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Faith in the Time of Corona: Faith & Action
During the pandemic, our nation has been gripped by protests—from groups that are resisting the wearing of masks and shutdown of businesses, to individuals and organizations standing against racism and police brutality. Religious leaders have come down on different sides of these issues as well.…
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Faith in the Time of Corona: Racism, College Students, & Christianity
The public murder of George Floyd by a White police officer in Minneapolis has sparked a nationwide discussion about race, ethnicity, and social justice. Religious groups are responding to this issue in vastly different ways. InterVarsity Christian Fellowship is a religious organization that…
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Faith in the Time of Corona: Faith & The Police Chief
In the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic, the cruel murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis has sparked protests, violence, and discussions about policing and systemic racism across the country. Santa Cruz has experienced a variety of protests and calls for police to do a better job promoting justice...
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Faith in the Time of Corona: Police Chaplains
Our nation has a strong tradition of providing religious chaplains in a variety of public and private institutions and agencies. As part of the special Faith Matters series titled Faith in the Time of Corona, two local police chaplains discuss the work they regularly do in our community and how...
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Faith in the Time of Corona: Churches Making a Difference
There are a variety of churches and faith-based organizations throughout Santa Cruz County that are providing needed relief and support during the Covid-19 crisis. As part of the special Faith Matters series titled Faith in the Time of Corona, three leaders from two different Christian...
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Faith in the Time of Corona: Association of Faith Communities
There are a variety of faith-based organizations that tirelessly work to put faith into action to help the hurting and needy throughout Santa Cruz County. As part of the special Faith Matters series titled Faith in the Time of Corona, this program highlights the Association of Faith Communities...
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Faith in the Time of Corona: Local Religious Leaders
Our community, and our world, is currently facing an unprecedented crisis in the COVID-19 pandemic. While we are all impacted by this international emergency, people from different faith traditions are dealing with this challenge in different ways. As the first program in a special Faith Matters...
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Faith Matters: Faith-Based Cafes
Learn how a new, unique local cafe is an expression of deep faith and spirituality. Catholic priest Paul McDonnell and coffee shop manager Ann-Marie Spencer discuss the opening of the new faith-based cafe Shrine Coffee adjacent to the Oblates of Saint Joseph Catholic Church on West Cliff Drive in...
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Faith Matters: Destiny & Fate
An astrologer, a follower of Greek Orthodox Christianity, and a leader in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints discuss what their traditions teach about the future and the area of human fate and destiny . TOPIC: DESTINY & FATE GUESTS: HENRY SELTZER (ASTROLOGY) MAX WALKER (GREEK…
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Faith Matters: The Spiritual Life
An astrologer, a leader in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and a member of a local Greek Orthodox church, discuss what it means for them to live a spiritual life. TOPIC: THE SPIRITUAL LIFE GUESTS: HENRY SELTZER (ASTROLOGY) MAX WALKER (GREEK ORTHODOX) JESSE TURNER (CHURCH OF JESUS...
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Faith Matters: Story
An astrologer, Greek Orthodox priest, and a leader in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints discuss the story that each of their spiritual traditions tell. TOPIC: STORY GUESTS: HENRY SELTZER (ASTROLOGY) FATHER MILUTIN GANJIC (GREEK ORTHODOX) JESSE TURNER (CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF...
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Faith Matters: Truth
A neo-Pagan, evangelical pastor, and a teacher of a Hindu Vedic tradition have a conversation about how each faith understands the concept of Truth. TOPIC: TRUTH GUESTS: JAIRAM SHARMA (HINDU VEDIC) PASTOR JESSE WEST (EVANGELICAL) SANDY STONE (NEO-PAGAN) Behind many spiritual traditions is a quest...
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Faith Matters: Rituals & Practices
A neo-Pagan, evangelical pastor, and a teacher of a Hindu Vedic tradition discuss their unique rituals and how these practices help them connect to the Divine.
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Faith Matters: Connection
A neo-Pagan, evangelical pastor, and a teacher of a Hindu Vedic faith discuss what their traditions say about connecting with the Divine. Topic: Connection Guests: Janardan Maharaj (Hindu Vedic) Pastor Jesse West (Evangelical) Sandy Stone (Neo-Pagan) All of us in our lives wonder at some point if...
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Faith Matters: Solutions
A yoga teacher, Scientology minister and an Anglican priest discuss how they see the problems of humanity and the Solutions offered by their spiritual traditions. Topic: Solutions Guests: Father Kyle Logan (Anglican) Lori Lipton-Ritland (Yoga Tradition) Rick Melrose (Scientology) Every good story...
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Faith Matters: Love
A yoga teacher, Scientology minister, and an Anglican priest discuss the meaning of the concept of Love. Topic: Love Guests: Father Rob Patterson (Anglican) Lori Lipton-Ritland (Yoga Tradition) Rick Melrose (Scientology) Falling in love, being in love, loving something, feeling love, giving love,...
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Faith Matters: Origin & Purpose
A yoga teacher, Anglican priest, and a Scientology minister share their different perspectives about the origin and purpose of our lives. Topic: Origin & Purpose Guests: Father Rob Patterson (Anglican) Amey Mathews (Yoga Tradition) Rick Melrose (Scientology) In all cultures and time periods, all...
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Faith Matters: Sacred Texts
A Catholic deacon, Baha’i leader, and a Muslim community leader discuss their sacred texts and what make these documents meaningful in their spiritual tradition. Topic: Sacred Texts Guests: Deacon Patrick Conway (Catholic) Brian Miller (Baha’i) Maha Elgenaidi (Islam) [not pictured] Every world...
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Faith Matters: Founders
A Catholic deacon, Baha’i leader, and a Muslim community leader share about the lives of the founders of their spiritual traditions. Topic: Founders Guests: Deacon Patrick Conway (Catholic) Ymasumac Maranon-Davis (Baha’i) Maha Elgenaidi (Islam) [not pictured] Most of the world’s great spiritual...
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Faith Matters: Death & the Afterlife
A Jewish rabbi, Christian pastor, and a Buddhist nun discuss how they understand the existence of death and the hope of the afterlife. Topic: Death & the Afterlife Guests: Rabbi Paula Marcus (Jewish Reform) Venerable Tenzin Chogyki (Buddhist) Pastor Matt Valencia (Evangelical) All of us have to...
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Faith Matters: Comfort
A Jewish rabbi, Christian pastor, and Buddhist nun discuss how they receive comfort and hope in dealing with life’s challenges within their spiritual traditions. Topic: Comfort Guests: Rabbi Eli Cohen (Jewish Renewal) Venerable Tenzin Chogyki (Buddhist) Pastor Fred Wilson (Evangelical) In our...
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Faith Matters: War & Peace
A Catholic deacon, Baha’i leader, and a Muslim community leader discuss how their traditions view the existence of war and the hope for peace in our world. Topic: War & Peace Guests: Deacon Patrick Conway (Catholic) Brian Miller (Baha’i) Ameena Jandali (Islam) [not pictured] Yemen, Pakistan…
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Faith Matters: Choices
A Jewish rabbi, Buddhist nun, and an Evangelical pastor explore their perspectives about the power of our daily choices. Topic: Choices Guests: Rabbi Richard Litvak (Jewish Reform) Venerable Tenzin Chogyki (Buddhist) Pastor Jesse West (Evangelical) Each of us makes decisions everyday that impacts...
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Faith Matters: Good & Evil
A Jewish rabbi, Buddhist practitioner, and a Christian pastor discuss their perspectives on the existence of good and evil.
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Faith Matters: Holidays & Festivals
A Baha’i leader, Catholic deacon, and a Muslim community leader discuss the meaningful holidays and festivals in their spiritual traditions. Topic: Holidays & Festivals Guests: Deacon Patrick Conway (Catholic) Brian Miller (Baha’i) Ameena Jandali (Islam) [not pictured] Every spiritual tradition…
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