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We discuss our favorite things to enjoy off the grill or smoker on a holiday weekend, whereby Ogun learns about pork butt. We also discuss the fusion of patriotism and Christianity, the comfort or terror one received as a child from the concept that "God sees all," and whether there is an unbridgeable abyss or chasm between ourselves and other people or other creatures. Tune in to our summer send-off episode!
We discuss the metaphor of the "tricycle of faith": Scripture, tradition, and personal experience. Which of these three wheels is most important to you? Does it matter which of these serves as the front wheel, thereby steering the whole operation? Ogun and Bryan press this metaphor as far as it will go, until the wheels nearly come off. Tune in as we suggest other metaphors as well. We also discuss pickle ball and whether getting high can augment one's religious experience.
Recording on May 1st (International Workers Day) Revs Kelly & Ogun draw parallels between celebrating the struggles and rights of laborers and the Gaelic spring pagan festival of Beltane.
Bryan and Ogun discuss a dairy farm run on Hindu principles: does their approach of free-range, non-violent farming approaches actually make the milk taste better and of higher quality? We discuss that, plus the death and funeral of Pope Francis, the role of doubt, and Pascal's wager.
Rice prices are falling in parts of Nigeria, with a 50kg bag now selling between ₦60,000 and ₦63,000 in places like Lagos, Ogun, and Niger states. In a country battling widespread inflation, this rare price drop raises questions about whether true economic relief is finally on the way. In today's episode of Nigeria Daily, we look into what's driving this trend by speaking with sellers, analysts, and everyday Nigerians.
Revs Kelly & Ogun talk about the death of Pope Francis, his papacy, and how we might be more religious than we think.
Our Holy Week episode! Bryan and Ogun are back to discuss everything from Palm Sunday to Easter: why did the people move so quickly from cheering Jesus on Sunday to calling for his execution on Friday? Was Judas a necessary cog in the plan for Jesus to die on the cross? If so, shouldn't he also be revered as a sacrifice? We also discuss Holy Week in Spain, where observances include grand processions and are much more public, as well as Holy Saturday, and what we can learn from this time of silence, absence and unknowing. Finally, we discuss the phone-less setting of the Masters, and the power of being present at such an event.
Revs Kelly & Ogun view the Easter story and Jesus' life from a paradigm of revolution against Empire.
Revs Kelly & Ogun continue their discussion about lent with a focus on joy, justice, reinvention, and finding comfort in unmade plans.
The Club #6 - Ogun Celik (Recorded Live in Munchen, Germany) by Ogun Celik
Can you successfully pretend that any day is a Friday or Saturday? Shannon, Ogun and Bryan discuss whether time is just a construct, and what it means that "for the Lord, a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day." We also discuss how to manage worry in these challenging times.
Revs Kelly and Ogun explore the potentially debilitating impact of shame, while also acknowledging that it may serve a useful purpose in justice work.
Shannon, Ogun and Bryan discuss which three apps on our phones we couldn't do without. A tough exercise! We also discuss whether Ash Wednesday is a counter-cultural observance. And given that Ramadan and Lent overlap a bit this year - what can Muslims and Christians learn from each other's practices? What prevents this from happening?
Derrick Weston joins Ogun and Bryan to discuss what is making us happy lately, how a gratitude practice can create resilience in these times, and what helping or not helping the vulnerable says about our spirituality. Also on the show: Ogun continues his alcohol-free stretch, Derrick gets his Instagram hacked, and Bryan finally wins at Mario Kart.
Revs Kelly & Ogun talk about prophetic spirituality as a path to clarity of conviction and commitment to justice.
In light of the kayaker swallowed by a whale, Bryan, Ogun and Shannon discuss their own scary moments on or in the water. We also discuss the spiritual concept of water, the power of mantras, common sense, and testing God.
Our unconscious beliefs and practices shape our language, and that language shapes our communities. Language matters, who we listen to matters, deepening our awareness of the ways we are tangled in systems of oppression such as racism, sexism, white supremacy, patriarchy, and capitalism matters. On this episode Revs Kelly & Ogun take a look at contemplative practices that can help us see more clearly and cultivate our commitment to liberation for all people using disability affirming, gender inclusive and affirming, as well as culturally inclusive practices. Register for our Decolonize Your Prayers learning pod at projectsanctus.com/events/decolonize-prayer
Bryan and Ogun discuss our current news consumption, how we feel about the state of the nation, and how some folks are just "insulated with privilege." We also discuss cuts to certain programs like Lutheran Services, and whether, amid the chaos and disappearing funding, there is an opportunity for the church. Also, what would happen if we started to look at the world from a different angle?
Revs Kelly & Ogun talk about the challenges of cultivating belonging without othering those who would seek to inflict harm and death through isolationist policies. _______ Sign up for our zoon book club discussion of BELONGING WITHOUT OTHERING on Feb 27, 7:30pm ET at projectsanctus.com/846-book-club
Revs Kelly & Ogun make a direct appeal to fellow clergy to be brave and emulate Episcopalian Bishop Budde in speaking truth directly to power. ________ Free registration is now open for our 8:46 Book Club zoom discussion on BELONGING WITHOUT OTHERING on Feb 27th. The root of all inequality is the process of othering – and its solution is the practice of belonging. For more info and to register visit projectsanctus.com/846-book-club ________ Registration is now open for our upcoming zoom learning pod DECOLONIZE OUR PRAYERS on Feb 15. We are looking at contemplative practices that can help us see more clearly and cultivate our commitment to liberation for all people. Economic Justice pricing available. More info and registration at projectsanctus.com/events/decolonize-prayer
The Apocalypse is officially here! Revs Kelly & Ogun talk about Trump's inauguration, his slew of Executive Orders, and how we can be the antidote to the Apocalypse. ______ Free registration is now open for our 8:46 Book Club zoom discussion on BELONGING WITHOUT OTHERING on Feb 27th. The root of all inequality is the process of othering – and its solution is the practice of belonging. For more info and to register visit projectsanctus.com/846-book-club
Ogun, Shannon and Bryan discuss our favorite winter activities. Hint: they are not outdoor activities. We also discuss the wildfires in California and whether they could be seen or experienced as a test of faith. We also ponder whether love or hate creates a stronger bonding mechanism.
DEI programs and initiatives helped bring awareness to the need for justice and equity while perpetuating and creating harm. More and more corporations are scrapping their programs that were likely performative, and as a show of allegiance to the incoming administration. Revs kelly and Ogun discuss this understandable yet alarming trend, and talk about a recent event in the Unity community that showed the need for DEI programs to remain. For more info, to register for our activities, and to make a donation visit projectsanctus.com
Revs Kelly & Ogun return after a break with a recap of their time off and a few hints at new project_SANCUTS opportunities for 2025. To learn more and to make a donation visit projectsanctus.com
Bryan, Shannon and Ogun are back with their first episode of the year! We talk about new practices or ways of being we'd like to lean into in the year ahead. We also discuss Epiphany, and whether this date on the church calendar deserves more attention. Also, why isn't there more religious diversity in the US Congress?
Dele Ogun owns Lawless Publications and is the author of several books for the London-based company, including “A Slave Ship Called Jesus” and his latest release “Culprits: The People And The Paper That Made Nigeria.” We talk about the one thing where we differ and the two on which we agree as it relates to his books. After years of service at Price Waterhouse Coopers LLP and in practice with Hogan Lovells LLP, Dele Ogun founded his law firm, London-based Akin Palmer LLP, where he has served for over 21 years. He also has a practice in Lagos, Nigeria.
Send us a textMinistration by Pastor E.A.Odeyemi at Redemption City, Ogun state, Nigeria during the 2024 Holy Ghost Congress,Pastor Odeyemi's sermons air every weekday on Central Parish Radio at 2pm Nigerian time. Listen on www.centralparishradio.org and Central Parish Radio's App.For enquiries, send an email to info@centralparishradio.orgDon't Forget to subscribe to our Podcast to receive notifications of new uploads that will bless you greatly.Follow us on our Social Media Handles for details and more; we are on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly known as Twitter) @centralparishradio
In our final episode of the year, Shannon, Bryan and Ogun discuss the holidays, Holy Spirit-led theology, love of neighbor, and human-supremacist theology. We also each attempt to describe our theology in five words, once we understand the question. Tune in!
Can Ogun's Christmas tree survive a gust of wind? Ogun, Shannon and Bryan discuss Christmas trees, Black Friday, Advent and the incarnation. We also discuss having an AI device pray on your behalf - is this truly prayer?
In the final episode of 2024 Kelly and Ogun explore the ways we can create new rituals and practices for Thanksgiving that are more aligned with liberation. For more info and to support the podcast visit projectsanctus.com
Revs Kelly & Ogun share their post-election thoughts and discuss next steps for the liberation revolution. _____ Find community and solidarity in our Antiracsim Affinity Groups. More info + free registration at projectsanctus.com/antiracism-affinity-groups
There have been many conversations about spiritual bypassing. In this episode Revs Kelly and Ogun talk about political bypassing, another way to avoid uncomfortable discussions about the bigger issues that continue to perpetuate systems of oppression.
It's our 300th Episode! This week we discuss experiencing fall and October, whether an earlier discovery of coffee would have impacted the formation of major world religions, and what it is like leaving one's denomination or religious tradition. We also talk about how to deal with information overload. Also, Ogun has discovered Early Grey tea.
This week, Nicole Phelps and Mark Holgate are joined by the 2024 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund winners Dynasty and Soull Ogun, the twin sisters behind L'Enchanteur, a line of jewelry and ready-to-wear that quickly captivated the judges. They discuss their career trajectory, growing up in Flatbush, and their unique creative approaches to the design process. Their designs will also be featured in “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” the Costume Institute exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, which will open next May.
Revs Kelly & Ogun discuss the legacy of colonialism and what we can do about it. They highlight some Indigenous activists you probably never heard of but need to know about. LINKS: 10 Native American Activists You Should Know Decolonize the Holidays: An Alternative to Columbus Day (and Canadian Thanksgiving) _____________ Sign up for our EMBODIED PRACTICES FOR THE ELECTION workshop at projectsanctus.com
As Indigenous Peoples Day approaches Revs Kelly & Ogun talk about the whitewashing and redacting of history. _________ Sign up for our workshops and make a donation at https://projectsanctus.com/
Systemic barriers and poor support structures are stifling the progress of women in STEMUnderrepresentation of women in science and technology is limiting the continent's access to different perspectives and innovation, educators in the sector tell Africa Science Focus.Women account for only 20 per cent of women in science and engineering in Africa and 32 per cent of research and development scientists, according to research by the UN Economic Commission for Africa.In this episode of Africa Science Focus, reporter Michael Kaloki talks to women in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) about how to break the barriers women and girls face.He speaks with Adefunke Ekine, educational expert and researcher at the Tai Solarin University of Education in Nigeria's Ogun state, who says abstract teaching and a lack of female role models are among the problems.Verdiana Masanja, mathematics professor at the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology in Tanzania, pushes for more inclusive policies in STEM education.Excellence Joshua, a social entrepreneur and creator of the Techy Train Incubator, a foundation that equips young African women with digital skills, wants to see more support for women in the workforce.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------This podcast was supported by the Science Granting Councils Initiative which aims to strengthen the institutional capacities of 18 public science funding agencies in Sub-Saharan Africa. Africa Science Focus is produced by SciDev.Net and distributed in association with your local radio stationThis piece was produced by SciDev.Net's Sub-Saharan Africa English desk.Do you have any comments, questions or feedback about our podcast episodes? Let us know at podcast@scidev.net
What's the relationship between diversity and AI? Join us in this episode as your host, Rob Hanna, and guest Nikki Ogun, discuss the importance of D&I in regulatory law, data protection and AI. Nikki is a Senior Associate at Hogan Lovells, where she leads a number of diversity initiatives, including the Black Women in Law Network. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Nikki discussing:Nikki's background and career journey Challenging regulatory issuesInsights from the banking industryEvolving D&I in legal leadershipAdvice for diverse legal professionals Join us on your favourite podcast streaming app!Don't forget to join our Discord community where we connect with like-minded people, share resources, and continue the conversation from this episode.Sponsored by Clio - the #1 legal software for clients, cases, billing and more!
Episode 296: Never a Good Time to be a Woman While Ogun is on his colonoscopy prep day, we discuss how we'd prove we're from the future if we went back 1,000 years into the past. Shannon worries it would not go well for her, or for women generally. We also discuss doing greater things than Jesus, consequences vs intentions, and whether it is possible to perform an immoral act purely upon yourself. Tune in! Ogun believes it will all come out in the end.
Revs Kelly and Ogun talk about the 2nd assassination attempt on the former president and the challenge of defining Justice. _______ Registration now open for our workshops UNCONSCIOUS BIAS and EMBODIED PRACTICES FOR ELECTIONS at https://projectsanctus.com/events/
You know when you have all the pieces to make a great sandwich, but there's no mayo? You get upset. Ogun says it's not about the mayo. Shannon says it IS about the mayo. What do you think? We are back with our first episode of the fall! We discuss controlling our emotions, being yourself, and gratuitous displays of generosity. Tune in!
Kelly and Ogun briefly recap the presidential debate before sharing the importance of embodied practices as tools for navigating anxiety around the upcoming election. ------------------------ Join us on Sept 14 at 10:30am EST on Zoom for our Embodied Practices For Elections workshop. During this 90-minute live, powerful, experiential session of engaging embodied practices we will connect with our own bodily wisdom and deep resources. Registration now open at https://projectsanctus.com/events/embodied-practices-for-elections/ ------------------------ Support our work with a donation at https://projectsanctus.com/donate/
Revs Kelly and Ogun talk about their experience participating in and hosting Affinity Groups, and why everyone needs to be in one. Join our online Affinity Group -- https://projectsanctus.com/antiracism-affinity-groups/
This timeless tale never really felt complete to me. When Ogun refuses to return to the world, only Oshun could save us. But what happens after? I hope you enjoy these stories! References: Cuoco, Alex, African Narratives of Orishas, Spirits, and other Deities. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theasheshop/support
Shannon and Ogun are joined by guest host Cameron Highsmith and friends live at the Wild Goose Festival in Asheville, North Carolina! Together they discuss routine, the nature of Scripture, and the limits of language. You don't want to miss this engaging, crowd-sourced episode!
AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the Ogun state Police's warning against Hook, Air Peace starting UK flights, the new electricity terminologies and other news that made the rounds. OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction13:50 - Fan mails29:01 - Catch up01:01:25 - X of the week01:45:10 - Prop of the week01:47:10 - Flop of the week01:48:47 - Sign Out------------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/
Soull & Dynasty Ogun are identical twins who together are the forces behind their design and thought incubator, L'Enchanteur, which they founded in 2017. L'Enchanteur is a multifaceted design house, creating unique and ethereal fine jewelry, accessories, and garments which draw from esoterica and alchemical symbolism, the mystical practices of their Nigerian and Dominican ancestors, and their own inventive style and magical intentions. Both Soull and Dynasty are autodidactic artisans in their respective fields with Soull focusing within the metal work, jewelry realm, and Dynasty focusing within the realm of textiles, fibers, accessories, and garments. Together, they create adornment with seeks bring empowerment, inspiration, and healing to the world via their shared vision of spiritual transformation through craft. Their pieces have been worn by such powerhouses as Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Erykah Badu, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Michelle Obama, and many, many others at events, in editorial spreads, and in music videos including Beyoncé's film Black is King. The Ogun twins also been embraced by the fine art world with their work being shown in galleries and other art spaces beyond the fashion industry. They've gone on to win countless fans, critical acclaim, and awards, including The Fashion Trust US Jewelry Design Award of 2023.On this episode, Dynasty and Soull discuss the alchemical power of adornment, the magic of twins, and the ancestral influences on their enchanting line.Pam also talks about spellbinding jewelry, and answers a listener question about ambidextrous divination.Our sponsors for this episode are The Ritual Tarot, Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab, Mithras Candle, BetterHelp, The Love Witch and Sphere + SundryWe also have brand new print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam's monthly online rituals, and more! That's patreon.com/witchwave