Podcast appearances and mentions of Terry Williams

Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams take time to honor the life and story of Dr. George Tiller, an abortion provider who was murdered while serving as an usher at his church on May 31, 2009. Centering the episode on the life of Dr. Tiller, Kelley and Terry connect the dots between violent religious extremism and anti-abortion acts of terror, drawing the link between forces at play in the murder of Dr. Tiller and modern violence against reproductive health providers as recent as this year. Faith Choice Ohio's liturgical resources for use in your own Tiller Observance are also discussed — with the episode closing in a powerful prayer from the 2025 Tiller Observance Resource Guide. Links to discussed content Palm Springs IVF Clinic Bombing: www.npr.org/2025/05/19/nx-s1-5403669/what-we-know-palm-springs-ivf-clinic-bombing New Faith4Repro Store (with "Keep Your Theology Off My Biology" merch): www.faithchoiceohio.org/store 2025 Tiller Observance Resource Guide (with prayers, reflections, and video content for use by congregations and individuals): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MT7FQGxq_8GK7ghNpw_ytvtjVXO_Hoi7?usp=drive_link Killing the Black Body, by Dorothy Roberts: www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/155575/killing-the-black-body-by-dorothy-roberts/ A Brief History of Deadly Attacks on Abortion Providers: www.nytimes.com/interactive/2015/11/29/us/30abortion-clinic-violence.html The Anti-Abortion Roots of Christian Nationalism: www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-christian-nationalism-abortion-ban-b2629614.html  "'God Sent the Shooter' & Other Lies by Religious Extremists," a blog article by Rev. Terry Williams: www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/2019/5/31/god-sent-the-shooter "Worth It All," a blog article by Rev. Terry Williams: www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/worth-it-all Music by Korbin Jones

Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams reflect on the similarities between the last 40 years of fights for reproductive rights and modern struggles for justice, identifying key repro movement learnings that can help make sense of current attacks on fundamental rights. Lifting up the historic resilience of abortion care providers and reproductive justice practitioners in the face of government hostility, Kelley and Terry explore ways for modern supporters of diversity, equity, and inclusion to stay strong in the midst of increased legislative attacks and the weaponization of law enforcement systems against vulnerable groups. Links to discussed content:  Combating Anti-Abortion Misinformation: https://reproductivefreedomforall.org/resources/how-to-identify-and-combat-anti-abortion-disinformation National Network of Abortion Funds: https://abortionfunds.org/ Faith Choice Ohio Training Center: www.faithchoiceohio.org/trainings Conflict Is Not Abuse, by Sarah Schulman: https://arsenalpulp.com/Books/C/Conflict-Is-Not-Abuse "That Man Said What?!" (an early R-Soul Episode on COVID and Misinformation about POC): https://faithchoiceohio.podbean.com/e/that-man-said-what/ Volunteer for Ohio Senate Bill 1 Referendum: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSePTgRhX2MyRJ6PjmhAgV4oYcyz7Z0295El5sxfZ04bpjoE4Q/viewform Music by Korbin Jones

In this short episode, Terry answers a bunch of questions that are designed to show you the bizarre inner workings of his mind. Opening Theme and Intro 0:00 The Chaos 5:50 Outro and Closing Theme 22:37 DON'T FORGET TO LIKE & SUBSCRIBE! Find Us On: Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84724626 Website at https://www.itsamimic.com iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/its-a-mimic/id1450770037 Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/show/3Y19VxSxLKyfg0gY0yUeU1 Podbean at https://itsamimic.podbean.com/ YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQmvEufzxPHWrFSZbB8uuw Social: Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/itsamimic/ Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/itsamimic/?hl=en Reddit at https://www.reddit.com/r/ItsaMimic/ Email at info@itsamimic.com Dungeon Master 1: Adam Nason Dungeon Master 2: The Sheriff Written by: Adam Nason and Terry Williams Director: Adam Nason Editor: Adam Nason Executive Producer: Adam Nason Intro/Outro Music by:  Cory Wiebe Logo by: Katie Skidmore at https://www.instagram.com/clementineartportraits/ This episode is meant to be used as an inspirational supplement for Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition and tabletop roleplaying games in general. It's A Mimic! does not own the rights to any Wizards of the Coasts products. Artwork included in this episode's video visualizations is published and/or owned by Wizards of the Coast.

For the first time in 20 years, the leader of the Roman Catholic Church has died in office. Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams are joined by Nicole Morino from Catholics for Choice to remember the life and complex legacy of Pope Francis as the world processes his death. Offering an honest assessment of his impact on the church, Kelley, Terry, and Nicole unpack the trajectory of repro in the Roman Catholic Church, discuss the divide between the church's hierarchy and the views of its adherents, and outline what the future likely holds in store for abortion justice and reproductive freedom for Catholics around the world. Links to discussed content: Catholics for Choice Just the Facts: www.catholicsforchoice.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/CatholicsForChoiceJustTheFacts.pdf Sign Up for C4C's Young Catholic Repro Collective: /www.catholicsforchoice.org/ycrc/ Sign up for a 1-on-1 with a Catholics for Choice Organizer: www.catholicsforchoice.org/welcome-to-catholics-for-choice/ Pope Francis sought to make LGBTQ+ people more welcome, but church doctrine didn't change much: https://abcnews.go.com/amp/International/wireStory/pope-francis-sought-make-lgbtq-people-church-doctrine-121112450 Catholics for Choice delivers Abortion Stories Quilt to the Vatican in 2024: www.catholicsforchoice.org/press-releases/catholics-for-choice-displays-50-foot-quilt-in-front-of-the-vatican-to-bring-the-stories-of-pro-choice-catholics-to-life-at-the-synod-on-synodality/ Pope Francis answers a young boy's questions about his father's death: www.americamagazine.org/faith/2018/04/16/my-dad-heaven-little-boy-asks-pope Pope Francis stigmatizes abortion with "hitman" comments in 2018: https://apnews.com/article/5137019e19c5410aa7e2c2b68f21824f Explainer on what happens when the pope dies: www.npr.org/2025/04/21/g-s1-61909/pope-death-funeral-conclave-timeline Catholic Conference of Ohio map of six dioceses: hwww.ohiocathconf.org/about/ohio-dioceses Roman Catholic Church Hierarchy explained: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/zv9yd6f/revision/1 Music by Korbin Jones

Message from Terry Williams on April 20, 2025

Message from Terry Williams on April 13, 2025

Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams talk about protest, progress, and movement ecology, exploring how diverse ways of engaging modern movements for social change work together to accomplish collective liberation. Giving practical advice from personal experience, Kelley and Terry walk listeners through options for engaging protests, some theories of change that often show up during direct action events, and ways to participate in supporting progress even if hauling around a bullhorn isn't really your thing. Links to discussed content: Definition of Movement Ecology: www.openphilanthropy.org/wp-content/uploads/Ayni_social_movement_ecology.pdf Intro to Movement Ecology: www.youtube.com/watch? v=luC4xvQoeFk "There go my people. I must find out where they are going so I can lead them" (Alexandre Auguste Ledru-Rollin): www.britannica.com/biography/Alexandre-Auguste-Ledru-Rollin 150 Days of Injustice (2020 event): www.columbusmonthly.com/story/entertainment/human-interest/2020/07/31/organizers-gather-strength-for-next-push-in-black-lives-matter-movement/43290671/ "Protesters: Know Your Rights!" (ACLU Ohio): www.acluohio.org/en/know-your-rights/protesters-know-your-rights "Tips for Preparedness, Peaceful Protesting, and Safety" (Human Rights Campaign): www.hrc.org/resources/tips-for-preparedness-peaceful-protesting-and-safety "What's Your Role in the Movement for Black Lives?" by Elaina Ramsey: www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/whats-your-role-in-the-movement-for-black-lives? Social Change Ecosystem Map, by Deepa Iyer: https://buildingmovement.org/our-work/movement-building/social-change-ecosystem-map/ "unthinkable thoughts," by adrienne maree brown: https://adriennemareebrown.net/2020/07/17/unthinkable-thoughts-call-out-culture-in-the-age-of-covid-19/ "Mariame Kaba: Everything Worthwhile Is Done With Other People" (Adi Magazine): https://adimagazine.com/articles/mariame-kaba-everything-worthwhile-is-done-with-other-people/ Music by Korbin Jones

Message from Terry Williams on April 6, 2025

9:00 to 10:00Vermont National GuardMaster Sgt. Courtney Weisert Recruiting and Retention Battalion. current efforts including benefits, referral program and some lesser-known opportunities with the Guard through the State Partnership Program. Public Affairs Officer, Joseph (Joe) Brooks. Upcoming State of the Guard Address by the adjutant general to the joint assembly in Montpelier. This is the first address like this of Maj. Gen. Knight's tenure. Joe is a civilian PAO with us but is a retired guardsman, though not from the VTNG  10:00-10:45Dr. Dean BarcelowUpdateS.64An act relating to amendments to the scope of practice for optometristsSen. Rebecca WhiteAdditional SponsorsSen. Philip BaruthSen. Scott BeckSen. Patrick BrennanSen. Randolph BrockSen. Thomas ChittendenSen. Alison ClarksonSen. Brian CollamoreSen. Samuel DouglassSen. Ruth HardySen. Wendy HarrisonSen. Larry HartSen. Joseph MajorSen. Christopher MattosSen. Robert NorrisSen. Robert PlunkettSen. Tanya VyhovskySen. David WeeksSen. Terry Williams 10:45Senator Mattos. (tentative)Legislative update

We're in the middle of a hostile government takeover, and Faith Organizers Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams make it clear that no one is coming to save us except for us. Using the movement for reproductive freedom as a lens, Kelley and Terry talk about the dangers of waiting on perfect change agents and spending too much time focused on adversaries in justice movement work. If you've felt overwhelmed, exhausted, stressed, or even a little bit hopeless, listen in while our Faith Organizers help you gain perspective, re-orient toward movement health, and achieve deeper clarity around the complex solutions necessary to bring about the thriving future we truly desire. Links to discussed content: Hostile Government Takeover: www.instagram.com/reel/DFtEPrihPHi/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== unthinkable thoughts (blog that led to We Will Not Cancel Us, by adrienne maree brown): https://adriennemareebrown.net/2020/07/17/unthinkable-thoughts-call-out-culture-in-the-age-of-covid-19/ Why We Need Restorative & Transformative Justice: www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/why-we-need-restorative-and-transformative-justice Restorative & Transformative Justice Training: www.faithchoiceohio.org/restorative-and-transformative-justice-training Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg's take on the widely cited Martin Niemöller quote: www.facebook.com/share/p/1H6AwjXevt/?mibextid=wwXIfr   Music by Korbin Jones

Rockpile?  The band?  How were they well-known in roots rock music circles and not so much with radio listeners and album buyers?  Or were they, and we just didn't realize it? Rockpile began as the name of the first solo album by Dave Edmunds, released in 1972. Edmunds plays almost all the instruments except for bass and backing vocals, The album included a 1970 single, "I Hear You Knocking" - a #1 song in Britain He billed his band as Dave Edmunds and Rockpile.  It eventually included  Edmunds (vocals, guitar), Nick Lowe (vocals, bass guitar), Billy Bremner (vocals, guitar), and Terry Williams (drums) In their heyday, Rockpile recorded enough material for five studio albums, though only one (Seconds of Pleasure) was released under the Rockpile name.  Tracks on Wax 4, Repeat When Necessary, and Twangin' - all Dave Edmunds solo albums- were released under his name. One more (Labour of Lust) was released as a Nick Lowe solo album.  And then there was the great lost classic Seconds of Pleasure.   We explore the music Edmunds made as his own, but actually with that Rockpile band. We discover some Nick Lowe (with Rockpile and without -sort of).  We tear into some post-Rockpile music from both artists, weave in how they may have influenced early Elvis Costello, and find a Huey Lewis and the News story, too. Rockpile. It's a bumpy road worth the journey.  Let go. email: rockpoprollpodcast@gmail.com website: www.rockpopandroll.com  

Message from Terry Williams on March 16, 2025

Faith Organizers Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams dig into the definition of community care, exploring examples of tangible ways you can nourish your community, respond to what feels like unending crises, and sustain both your spirit and the spirits of those around you. Lifting up the links between community care and manifesting brighter futures, Kelley and Terry help listeners gain perspective about the powerful impact of seemingly small actions, drawing the connections between how we live as individuals and how our collective future is shaped by the acts of love we engage in daily. Links to discussed content Hoping Dangerously: Faith Choice Ohio's 2025 State of the Union Reflection: https://faithchoiceohio.podbean.com/e/hoping-dangerously-faith-choice-ohios-2025-state-of-the-union-reflection/ Manifestation as Community Care https://www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/manifestation-as-community-care Chillicothe VA Medical Center -https://www.va.gov/chillicothe-health-care/locations/chillicothe-va-medical-center/ VA facing massive job cuts - https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/5186097-va-seek-cuts-80000-jobs/amp/ On Abolition, Afrofuturism, & Abundance:https://www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/on-abolition-afrofuturism-and-abundance Spoon Theory and Mental Health: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/social-instincts/202405/spoon-theory-can-change-the-way-you-view-mental-health Music by Korbin Jones

Message from Terry Williams on March 9, 2025

Message from Terry Williams on March 2, 2025

Faith Organizers Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams offer some timely perspective on the outsized role that community care has always played in the lives of the many people who find themselves constantly underserved by government systems in the United States. Particularly lifting up the resilience of communities of spiritual practice, Kelley and Terry recount repro-centered examples of thriving that are fueled by mutual aid in the face of systemic government indifference, casting a hopeful vision of what our future can be even as we navigate rising authoritarianism. Links to discussed content:  What is the FACE Act? https://prochoice.org/wp-content/uploads/face_act.pdf New Limitations on the FACE Act in 2025: www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/trump-face-act-abortion-related-actions-justice-department/ SMA in Good Faith: www.faithchoiceohio.org/self-managed-abortion-in-good-faith-training Take back your POWER! www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/take-back-your-power We Take Care of Each Other: www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/we-take-care-of-each-other Hope Through Solidarity: www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/hope-through-solidarity Why Self-Care Matters Even as the World Burns: www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/why-self-care-matters-even-as-the-world-burns  Music by Korbin Jones

Faith Organizers Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams share survival strategies for the hard times, using seemingly perpetual winter weather as a metaphor to understand the ongoing struggle for reproductive health, rights, and justice. Acknowledging the chill of the current political climate, Kelley and Terry help listeners take stock and get some hope-filled perspective in the midst of what is undeniably a rough time for people who value abortion justice, religious freedom, and the principles of reproductive justice in our state and nation. Links to discussed content:  What are "Love Languages" exactly? - https://www.simplypsychology.org/five-love-languages.html Love Languages reimagined - https://www.trystanreese.com/blog/2019/9/15/acts-of-solidarity-queer-love-languages What is the quality time love language? Plus, 9 examples - https://www.calm.com/blog/quality-time-love-language  Night Cannot Last Forever - https://www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/night-cannot-last-forever The Spoon Theory written by Christine Miserandino - https://butyoudontlooksick.com/articles/written-by-christine/the-spoon-theory/ ACLU Ohio - https://www.acluohio.org/ TransOhio - https://www.transohio.org/ Equality Ohio - https://equalityohio.org/ Abortion Forward - https://abortionforward.org/ Music by Korbin Jones

Message from Terry Williams on February 9, 2025

U.S. Marine Corps veteran and PenFed Credit Union SVP Terry Williams takes us inside a program dedicated to the success of veteran entrepreneurs, as well as an AI-driven novel writing, music composition and coding endeavor.  Also Michael tries out some new taglines for the podcast and Natasha leaves reality TV behind to check out a documentary on mayor turned ... progressive human-interest story pioneer? Jerry Springer!

This replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry is presented by the Veterans in Landscape Network and hosted by Joe Lewis with Yard Solutions, Brian Chapman with LMI Landscapes and Terry Williams with Green Lawn Fertilizing.  In this special VILN takeover episode these military Veterans discuss how to be adaptable leaders and working beside your team as well as leadership dependability and being able to lean on your team.  They discuss patience and how having the military mentality has helped them to learn and adapt to a new environment.  They also talk about being present to make an impact.  It's an episode you won't want to miss! Listen here or on your favorite podcast platform: https://anchor.fm/nalp-young-professionals.

Message from Terry Williams on February 2, 2025

Message from Terry Williams on January 26, 2025

Message from Terry Williams on January 19, 2025

Faith Organizers Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams take listeners on a preview of the Faith for Repro Training Center, our newly launched all-digital learning platform that makes religious & repro education more accessible than ever!     As lead presenters of the trainings, Kelley and Terry review the vision and purpose of the Faith for Repro Training Center, explain how it evolved from previous in-person and live online trainings, and share each of their hopes for future expansions and new offerings that will be available via the on-demand education platform. Links to discussed content:  Faith For Repro Training Center: www.faithchoiceohio.org/trainings Restorative and Transformative Justice Book Club: www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/join-our-restorative-justice-book-club Abolition Reads Book Club: www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/abolition-reads-a-book-study-on-how-to-create-the-world-we-deserve (Episode 117) In With the New: Looking Forward to 2025: https://faithchoiceohio.podbean.com/e/in-with-the-new-looking-forward-to-2025-1734658315/ Music by Korbin Jones

Message from Terry Williams on January 12, 2025

Message from Terry Williams on January 5, 2025

Faith Organizers Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams reflect on what 2025 might hold for people who are devoted to religious & reproductive freedom. Specifically tackling the ongoing implementation of Ohio's constitutional amendment on reproductive rights, listeners can expect experience-informed predictions and encouraging tips for fruitful movement engagement throughout this episode. Exploring the likely policy implications of new federal and state leadership, Kelley and Terry take a long view of movement dynamics, exploring the importance of resilience and building strong community among abortion advocates and all people who value reproductive justice. Links to discussed content:  Billie Holiday Secular Saint Candle: https://philosophersguild.com/products/billie-holiday-candle?srsltid=AfmBOoqUFKLqeZz6KHXeMmQZ2p5mtMbUGvNh3l9AiKglZslJe9euKDh3 Emergent Strategy, by adrienne maree brown: www.akpress.org/emergentstrategy.html What is Project 2025?: www.aclu.org/project-2025-explained The Comstock Act and what it could mean for abortion access: https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/how-the-comstock-act-threatens-abortion-rights How ACLU Ohio is helping ensure Ohio's Reproductive Freedom Constitutional Amendment actually gets implemented: www.acluohio.org/en/campaigns/reproductive-freedom Music by Korbin Jones

Get ready to be inspired by the extraordinary story of Terri Williams, a true trailblazer in women's basketball. This episode takes you on a journey through her life—from her humble beginnings as a bank manager to becoming a transformational coach making waves in high school and college basketball.

Message from Terry Williams on December 22, 2024

Faith Organizers Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams take a look back at faith and repro in 2024. From continued online trainings and practical support work with The Jubilee Fund, to new in-person educational opportunities and innovative programs, Faith Choice Ohio has been up to good trouble in the past 12 months! Naming the obvious weariness present in the movement after many years of constant urgency, listen in as Kelley and Terry give context for how people showed up for reproductive dignity this year while also centering self-care, taking a guilt-free look at how advocates in the future can engage in long-term struggles for justice in meaningful, healthy ways. Links to discussed content: Spotify Wrapped: www.refinery29.com/en-us/2020/12/10208481/jewel-ham-artist-spotify-wrapped-internship A SACReD Moment Together: www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/a-sacred-moment-together Abortion Apathy: https://faithchoiceohio.podbean.com/e/abortion-apathy-sustaining-the-movement-after-issue-1/ Episodes on Issue 1 (2024): Yes on 1: How Ohio Can Fix a 100-Year Problem in 2024: https://faithchoiceohio.podbean.com/e/yes-on-1-how-ohio-can-fix-a-100-year-problem-in-2024/ Citizens Not Politicians: Understanding the Movement for Fair Maps in Ohio: https://faithchoiceohio.podbean.com/e/citizens-not-politicians-understanding-the-movement-for-fair-maps-in-ohio/ What the Hell Is Gerrymandering? Unpacking the Undemocratic Problem in Ohio's Legislative Process: https://faithchoiceohio.podbean.com/e/what-the-hell-is-gerrymandering-unpacking-the-undemocratic-problem-in-ohios-legislative-process/ Self-Care as System Maintenance: www.instagram.com/p/DBrp_kcNqjk/ Politicians Not Following the Will of the People: https://faithchoiceohio.podbean.com/e/a-bone-to-pick-how-ohios-supreme-court-wildness-will-affect-lreproductive-freedom/ Challenging Ohio's 24-Hour Waiting Period: www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/breaking-free-challenging-the-24-hour-waiting-period-on-abortions  We Take Care of Each Other: www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/we-take-care-of-each-other Music by Korbin Jones

Message from Terry Williams on December 15, 2024

Faith Organizers Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams delve into the cyclic nature of justice work, addressing post-election legislative weariness and offering ways to stay engaged in the struggle for collective liberation that is most definitely a marathon instead of a sprint. Confessing their own tiredness with the onslaught of attacks against abortion and LGBTQ+ rights, Kelley and Terry draw on the power of spiritual traditions in times of darkness & waiting to provide hope for future work and ongoing support to people seeking access to care and community support. Links to discussed content:  What is lame duck and how might it affect Ohioans?: www.acluohio.org/en/news/what-lame-duck-and-how-might-it-affect-ohioans How To Understand The Philosophy Of 'Groundhog Day' And Live Life By Its Message: www.npr.org/2018/02/02/582852283/how-to-understand-the-philosophy-of-groundhog-day-and-live-life-by-its-message adrienne maree brown: living through the unveiling (after the inauguration of Donald Trump in 2017): https://adriennemareebrown.net/2017/02/03/living-through-the-unveiling/ Survival as Transformative Justice: “Live and Work and Be Free and Heal”: www.yesmagazine.org/issue/solving-plastic/2021/05/10/transformative-justice-live-work-be-free-heal Music by Korbin Jones

This replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry is presented by the Veterans in Landscape Network and hosted by Joe Lewis with Yard Solutions, Brian Chapman with LMI Landscapes and Terry Williams with Green Lawn Fertilizing.  In this special VILN takeover episode these military Veterans discuss how to be adaptable leaders and working beside your team as well as leadership dependability and being able to lean on your team.  They discuss patience and how having the military mentality has helped them to learn and adapt to a new environment.  They also talk about being present to make an impact.  It's an episode you won't want to miss! Listen here or on your favorite podcast platform: https://anchor.fm/nalp-young-professionals.

In Part 5 of the Awakened Action series, Terry Williams recounts the deeply personal and transformative stories of navigating family tensions, cultural expectations, and environmental crises. Through reflections on conversations with her father about vulnerability and […]

In Part 3 of the Awakened Action series, Roshi Joan Halifax and Terry Williams bring their depth and sincerity to bear. They explore the profound interconnection between social and environmental responsibility, contemplative practice, and storytelling. Weaving together historical, […]

In Part 2 of the Awakened Action series, faculty members Roshi Joan, Valerie Brown, Rebecca Solnit, and Terry Williams explore the power of embracing interdependence, hope, and agency in uncertain times. They critique consumer culture's focus on individual comfort […]

Faith Organizer Rev. Terry Williams and returning guest Dr. Jamie Marich talk about post-election health & wellness — mentally, socially, and spiritually — exploring ways listeners can move beyond stifling isolation and into healing community. Continuing to explore select elements from Dr. Marich's most recent book, “You Lied to Me About God: A Memoir,” Jamie and Terry discuss how moving through periods of spiritual and psychosocial deconstruction can leave room for meaningful, life-giving creativity when new systems are forged out of contemplation, discernment, healing, and values-aligned commitment. Links to discussed content: Dr. Jamie Marich: https://jamiemarich.com/ You Lied to Me About God: A Memoir, by Dr. Jamie Marich: www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/760810/you-lied-to-me-about-god-by-jamie-marich-phd/ "R-Soul" Episode 104: "You Lied to Me About God, A Conversation with Dr. Jamie Marich": https://faithchoiceohio.podbean.com/e/you-lied-to-me-about-god-a-conversation-with-dr-jamie-marich/ Information about practicing Restorative & Transformative Justice: www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/why-we-need-restorative-and-transformative-justice Post-election collection of self-care resources: www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/hope-in-us-a-pastoral-response-to-the-election Music by Korbin Jones

Message from Terry Williams on November 17, 2024

Message from Terry Williams on November 10, 2024

Faith Organizers Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams debrief what the Issue 1 “Citizens, Not Politicians” election result means for the future of representative government in Ohio. While discussing the role of misinformation, voter suppression, and depressed voter turnout on the measure's failure, Kelley and Terry help listeners refocus on the holistic, consistent ways we can all show up for one another more often than once a year on Election Day. Links to discussed content: Ohio Secretary of State election results for Issue 1 "Citizens, Not Politicians": https://liveresults.ohiosos.gov/ Abortion Rights Ballot Measures Win in 7 Out of 10 U.S. States: www.guttmacher.org/2024/11/abortion-rights-state-ballot-measures-2024 Fund practical support for abortion seekers with The Jubilee Fund: www.faithchoiceohio.org/jubileefund-donate Restorative and Transformative Justice Training: www.faithchoiceohio.org/restorative-and-transformative-justice-training Voting as Community Care & Harm Reduction: www.faithchoiceohio.org/blog/voting-as-community-care-and-harm-reduction Music by Korbin Jones

Message from Terry Williams on November 3, 2024

Faith Organizers Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams tear into gerrymandering, breaking down the term's definition, examples of it in action in Ohio, and outlining the impact it has on issues like abortion, the economy, and labor. Drawing the connection between Ohio's 2024 Yes on Issue 1 campaign and the (hopeful!) death of gerrymandering, Kelley and Terry explore the harm unfair legislative maps have done locally while looking forward to what a world without gerrymandering could look like in the Buckeye state. Links to discussed content: What's at stake for Ohio's gerrymandering future this November: www.brennancenter.org/our-work/analysis-opinion/ohios-legacy-gerrymandering-could-end-november A history of the fight for fair maps in Ohio: https://my.lwv.org/sites/default/files/leagues/wysiwyg/%5Bcurrent-user%3Aog-user-node%3A1%3Atitle%5D/ohios_gerrymanding_problem.pdf The Ohio Secretary of State Legislative Maps Tool: www.ohiosos.gov/elections/ohio-candidates/district-maps/ Dave's Redistricting Maps tool (with better representation of map details): https://davesredistricting.org/maps#state::OH Impact of Ohio's 2024 Issue 1 on Black Voters: https://ohiocapitaljournal.com/2024/10/22/black-voters-in-ohio-will-be-impacted-by-issue-1-how-depends-on-who-you-ask/ Music by Korbin Jones

Message from Terry Williams on October 20, 2024

Message from Terry Williams on October 13, 2024

Faith Organizers Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams are joined by special guest Mia Lewis, Associate Director of Common Cause Ohio, talking all about Citizens Not Politicians — the 2024 ballot initiative campaign to ban gerrymandering in Ohio. A longtime veteran of the fight for fair maps, Mia helps explain the rationale behind having citizens draw Ohio voting maps instead of politicians, outlining previous pitfalls and giving Kelley and Terry a look at what the future could hold if Ohioans are successful at voting YES on Issue 1 in 2024. Links to discussed content: Common Cause Ohio: www.commoncause.org/ohio/ Citizens Not Politicians (Ballot Initiative Campaign): www.citizensnotpoliticians.org Ohio's Gerrymandering Problem: Why Haven't We Fixed This Yet? A Report from the League of Women Voters of Ohio and Common Cause Ohio: https://my.lwv.org/sites/default/files/leagues/wysiwyg/%5Bcurrent-user%3Aog-user-node%3A1%3Atitle%5D/ohios_gerrymanding_problem.pdf Background on Ohio's Failed Mapmaking in 2022: www.brennancenter.org/our-work/research-reports/timeline-ohios-gerrymandered-maps-how-ohio-politicians-defied-court Music by Korbin Jones

Message from Terry Williams on October 6, 2024

Terry Williams is the CEO of City of Faith, a nationally respected, non-profit reentry center for federal offenders. She is dedicated to successfully assisting offenders with transitioning back into their communities by providing housing, preparing them for the workforce, helping them reestablish ties with family, counseling, and much more. A passionate believer in prison reform, locally, Williams was the first to establish a community relations board to increase communication between Residential Reentry and the Little Rock community.   Terry Williams joins me on the show this week to share the inspiring story of how her family's spiritual transformation led to the founding of City of Faith by her sister Kathy in 1983. She discusses City of Faith's innovative use of electronic monitoring technology to help inmates reintegrate into society with more dignity and freedom. Terry also shares her personal leadership philosophy, the importance of servant leadership, continuous learning, and making the most of every opportunity to positively impact the lives of the people you serve. “I want to be a servant leader.” - Terry Williams “The most successful people that we have are those who have the strongest family ties.” - Terry Williams  “Live your life wisely and make the most of every opportunity.” -  Terry Williams This Week on The Wow Factor: How City of Faith provides transitional services for federal prison inmates, such as job placement and reintegration Challenges inmates face upon release, such as adjusting to modern life and societal norms Terry's leadership philosophy, why she aims to be a servant leader and model Jesus' leadership style Why it's so important to continue learning and investing in knowledge to lead effectively Terry describes the growth of the organization, including the acquisition of the Baton Rouge contract and the implementation of electronic monitoring technology Terry explains the electronic monitoring technology, which replaced the traditional ankle tether with a cell phone, providing inmates with more dignity and freedom Why staying current with technology better serves the mission and the inmates City of Faith's future goals, including expanding their contracts and services Why they prioritize community engagement and the positive impact of volunteer work on the organization and the inmates The value of teamwork and the support of his leadership team in achieving success Terry Williams' Words of Wisdom: Live your life wisely and make the most of every opportunity.  Connect with Terry Williams:  City of Faith  Terry Williams on LinkedIn Connect with The WOW Factor: The WOW Factor Website Connect with Brad Formsma via email Brad Formsma on LinkedIn Brad Formsma on Instagram Brad Formsma on Facebook Brad Formsma on Twitter

In hour two, Mike & Jason talk some hockey with NHL analyst Ray Ferraro (3:50), plus the boys are joined by BC Lions wide receiver Terry Williams ahead of Friday's game versus the Stamps (26:25).  This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Message from Terry Williams on September 29, 2024

Full episode transcript HERE. Hey there, fabulous Buzzkillians! Welcome to PART THREE of our Netroots Nation series! Remember when the AAF gang went to Baltimore earlier this summer to yap about abortion at THE coolest conference for progressive activists, AKA Netroots Nation?! The Buzzkills did three podcasts, and this is the last one in the series. It is a great episode but bittersweet because Moji got visited by La ‘Rona fairy and had to stay home, but filling in is AAF Programs Director, the incomparable Kristin Hady!  Being at Netroots meant we got awesome guests to talk to us live! Who's Buzzkillin' with us this week? Well, word on the block is you can be PRO-FAITH AND PRO-ABORTION! *GASP* Here to preach that good, feminist word are TWO dope guests and inspiring faith leaders whose organizations are fighting their cheeks off to evangelize the Lord AND reproductive justice while welcoming others who are interested in doing the same with open arms. Reverend Terry Williams, Faith Organizer from Faith Choice Ohio, AND the Strategic Communications Director from Catholics for Choice, Ashley Wilson, drop all of their “Pro-Faith and Pro-Abobo 101” knowledge AND deliver the reassurance that religious freedom does indeed mean exercising the freedom to believe in abortion rights!  Times are heavy, but knowledge is power, y'all. We gotchu.  OPERATION SAVE ABORTION: You can still join the 10,000+ womb warriors fighting the patriarchy by listening to our five-part OpSave pod series and Mifepristone Panel by clicking HERE for episodes, your toolkit, marching orders, and more. HOSTS:Lizz Winstead @LizzWinsteadKristin Hady SPECIAL GUESTS:Rev. Terry Williams IG: @quitbeingnice TW: @Malachi210Ashley Wilson IG/TW: @APdubs GUEST LINKS: Faith Choice Ohio IG/TW/FB: @FaithChoiceOhioCatholics for Choice IG/TW: @Catholic4Choice TikTok/Bluesky: @Catholics4Choice SIGN:  “I am a Catholic for Choice” PledgeDONATE: The Jubilee FundKentucky Health Justice NetworkKentucky Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice EPISODE LINKS:YOUTUBE: Unblurred OSA 2023 Leadership Conference Greenville Women's Clinic Protest9/23 REGISTER: Reproaction virtual webinar on attacks on IVF9/28 TICKETS: Do Re #MeToo in Minneapolis SIGN: Repeal the Comstock ActNetroots Nation Website IG: @NetrootsNation TW: @Netroots_NationBUY: Reproductive Rights Wall Art!EMAIL your abobo questions to The Feminist BuzzkillsAAF's Abortion-Themed Rage Playlist FOLLOW US:Listen to us ~ FBK PodcastInstagram ~ @AbortionFrontTwitter ~ @AbortionFrontTikTok ~ @AbortionFrontFacebook ~ @AbortionFrontYouTube ~ @AbortionAccessFront TALK TO THE CHARLEY BOT FOR ABOBO OPTIONS & RESOURCES HERE!PATREON HERE! Support our work, get exclusive merch and more! DONATE TO AAF HERE!ACTIVIST CALENDAR HERE!VOLUNTEER WITH US HERE!ADOPT-A-CLINIC HERE!EXPOSE FAKE CLINICS HERE!GET ABOBO PILLS FROM PLAN C PILLS HERE!When BS is poppin', we pop off!