Podcasts about You Are What You Love

"A disciple is not above his teacher," said our master; "but everyone when he is fully trained will be LIKE his teacher" (Luke 6:40). In the past, we were predestined to be conformed to the image of Christ (Rom 8:29). In the present, we are being changed into His likeness by the Spirit (2 Cor 3:18). In the future, we know that when He appears, we shall be like Him in a fullness we can only dream of (1 John 3:2). In this podcast, we ask what it means to be "formed" into His likeness.The sermon today is titled "Spiritual Formation." This sermon is the twelfth installment in our series "Follow Me," and is the first in the sub-series "More Like Jesus." The Scripture reading is from Luke 6:40 (ESV). Originally preached at West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on May 25, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under GROW: Spiritual Formation.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):John Mark Comer, Practicing The Way.James K. A. Smith, You Are What You Love.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

In his book You Are What You Love, James K. A. Smith writes, “It is crucial for us to recognize that our ultimate loves, longings, desires, and cravings are learned.” He also says, “Because if you are what you love, and if love is a virtue, then love is a habit.” The things that make us who we are—the things we love, long for, and desire—don't happen by chance or accident. They happen by practice. Listen in as Dr. Preston Atwood and Sarah McLean discuss the merits of liturgy in the school day—the how, what, when, and why. https://hymnworks.com/product/cantate/

You Are What You Love | 2 Timothy 4:1-11 by Christ Covenant

Ally Carter, author of massive novels like The Gallagher Girls novels, The Blonde Identity, and most recently, The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year, joins to discuss the work of Agatha Christie. We discuss growing up on a farm, the first time Ally realized she could be a writer, and how Agatha Christie's mysteries provided a better fantasy than Science Fiction. Plus: how Ally became a writer in her own right, how her novels impacted me personally, and her newest novel, The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year. Tangents include: the necessity of longing in romance, the beauty of YA, and whether or not algorithms are ruining our ability to build our own taste.  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  For the best listening experience and to get personalized podcast recommendations, find You Are What You Love on Heard.FM.  Download Heard.FM on iOS and Android now!

Have you ever wondered how living generously can not only transform your heart but also lead to a deeper encounter with God's abundant love?Hebrews 10:23-25: "Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching."This message delves into the transformative power of generosity, beginning with a vision of God as a gracious and abundant host who sets the scene for a life of sacrificial giving. It elaborates on how Jesus' teachings advocate for a mindset of abundance rather than scarcity, urging believers to see and live in a world where God's provision is more than sufficient. The heart of Jesus' message points to the importance of aligning our hearts away from greed and toward generosity, emphasizing that our desires often set the course of our lives. It wraps up by suggesting practical steps we can take, such as tithing and contributing towards social justice, to embody a lifestyle of generosity that reflects Jesus' love and thereby provokes love and good deeds within the community. Reflection Questions1. How does viewing God as an abundant host change your perspective on generosity and the resources you have?2. What are some practical ways you can cultivate a heart of generosity in your daily life?3. How can you integrate acts of sacrificial giving into your current routines to better reflect Jesus' love and compassion?To dig deeper read:- Hebrews 10:23-25- Luke 11:34- John 3:16- 2 Corinthians 8:9- Acts 20:35- 2 Corinthians 9- Psalms 23Further Reading1. The Paradox of Generosity by Christian Smith and Hilary Davidson2. The Spirit of the Disciplines by Dallas Willard3. You Are What You Love by James K.A. Smith (Referenced indirectly through ideas on spiritual formation)4. Orthodoxy by G.K. Chesterton (General reference to Chesterton's thoughts on desire and enough)"Thank you for joining us. We pray you were blessed.Needing pastoral support? http://flr.ms/ij Want to know how you can give? https://www.dayspring.com.au/giveConnect with us on:https://www.instagram.com/dayspringchurch/https://www.facebook.com/dayspringchurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@DayspringChurchAUListen to Dayspring Worship https://open.spotify.com/artist/331972RySiV4WcoYTTJHeB?si=4b8N7CVQT2ysAeBiMGr1BAhttps://music.apple.com/us/artist/dayspring-worship/1035339614https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCQM5jWUvVAOxpvK7D571Q

The race of faith requires discipline. Discipline includes embracing hard circumstances that God sends our way, and also hard choices that we make to fight our own sin. In both cases, we trust that we are God's beloved children, and he wants to redeem our pain to make us more like himself. Because discipline hurts, we must remember that Jesus always goes before us, trusting his Father's will to the point of shedding his blood for us.Some resources on "straightening the path":- Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, Pete Scazzero- The Common Rule, Justin Whitmel Early- Liturgy of the Ordinary, Tish Harrison Warren- You Are What You Love, James K.A. Smith- Practicing the Way, John Mark Comer

Watch the Screenplay Reading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5NPET-r-NMA Set against the backdrop of the OxyContin crisis, ‘Leah's Choice' unravels the true tale of Leah, a young woman entangled in a poignant queer love triangle. Caught between her soulmate and her best friend amidst her struggle with addiction, Leah's journey is a harrowing blend of deep love and intense pain. Her story poses a thought-provoking dilemma: In the transformative journey of life, is it the profound depths of suffering or the overwhelming force of love that shapes us more? Or, ultimately, are they one and the same? Get to know the writer: “You Are What You Love” delves into the life of Leah, a young woman battling opioid addiction amidst a complex queer love triangle involving her soulmate Junie and best friend Maggie. Set against the backdrop of the opioid crisis, the story navigates through themes of love, betrayal, and the search for identity. It's a poignant exploration of how deep emotional connections and personal struggles shape our journeys towards self-discovery and healing. You can sign up for the 7 day free trial at www.wildsound.ca (available on your streaming services and APPS). There is a DAILY film festival to watch, plus a selection of award winning films on the platform. Then it's only $3.99 per month. Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod/ https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod

This week we're joined by author and illustrator Ned Bustard. Ned lost his wife Leslie to cancer last year, but her beautiful spirit and faith are captured in the new book, Tiny Thoughts That I've Been Thinking. Leslie saw God's goodness in life's smallest details and infused ordinary moments with Christ's light. Come hear about her legacy of faith and the exercise of trusting God's plan in the face of grief and uncertainty.    www.WorldsEndImages.com    www.PoeticUnderpinnings.com    www.SquareHaloBooks.com    Tiny Thoughts That I've Been Thinking: Selected Writings of Leslie Anne Bustard edited by Ned Bustard or find it on Square Halo Books  Every Moment Holy by Douglas McKelvey and Illustrated by Ned Bustard  Square Halo Books Podcast  The Habit Podcast with Jonathan Rogers  Isaac Newton's letters  You Are What You Love by James K Smith  Knowing God by J.I. Packer  Why Everything That Doesn't Matter, Matters So Much: The Way of Love in a World of Hurt by Andi Ashworth and Charlie Peacock  Poet Anne Bradstreet    Creation is about more than HOW God created the world. It's about why. From the beginning, God's purpose has been to dwell with His image bearers in unbroken fellowship. It's tempting to think that our sin ruined that plan, and that Jesus was God's Plan B. But as Edward Klink says, Jesus and the Church were always Plan A. More than that, God is not replacing creation; He's renewing it, and you and I have been invited to participate in that renewal as God's agents of redemption. Klink's latest book, The Beginning and End of All Things, will give you a bigger, more accurate perspective on God's plan for creation and your place in it. Request a copy by giving a gift of any amount to the Colson Center in April at colsoncenter.org/swklinkresource.   The Colson Fellows program was designed for men and women with full, busy lives. The program combines theological, spiritual, and worldview formation through a carefully curated combination of readings, daily devotions, live webinars, and monthly meetings with your peers. Interesting but wondering if you have the time or what it takes to complete the program? I assure you, it's well worth your investment and has been completed by many women in all stages and seasons of life. Interested in learning more? You can explore the program and submit an application at colsonfellows.org.    The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly journal: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women  Join Strong Women on Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/  https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc 

Not many of us associate discipline, commitment, and obedience with joy and freedom—but today's guest, Pamela Patnode, knows that these things lead to flourishing and joy in the Christian life. When we live according to God's design by loving Him and others, we experience true life. Listen in and let Pamela's testimony encourage you to cultivate a life of commitment to the Lord.     Doubts and hard questions are a welcome part of the Christian life. But many young Christians today are being encouraged to “deconstruct” their faith. To help the Church offer a better way to those who are deconstructing, Alisa Childers and Tim Barnett have written The Deconstruction of Christianity. They define what deconstruction really is, why it's appealing to so many, and why it's harmful. They also equip us to love those who are deconstructing by welcoming the hard questions while also upholding truth. This month, get a copy of The Deconstruction of Christianity by giving a gift of any amount to the Colson Center at colsoncenter.org/swdeconstruction  St. Paul Seminary  Catholic School Leadership Program  You Are What You Love by James K. Smith  Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis  Benedictine Daily Prayer: A Short Breviary  The Road to Eternal Life: Reflections on the Prologue of the Rule of St. Benedict by Fr. Michael Casey   The Magnificat Prayer Booklet  Valley of Vision: A Collection of Puritan Prayers and Devotions by Arthur Bennett (Editor)  The Silver Chair by C.S. Lewis  The Benedict Option: A Strategy for Christians in a Post-Christian Nation by Rod Dreher   The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer  Wisdom from the Psalms by Dr. Peter Kreeft  How to Think Like Shakespeare: Lessons from a Renaissance Education by Scott Newstock  If you've listened for a while, you've probably heard me talk about the Colson Fellows program and what a transformational experience it has been in my life and the lives of many fellow believers. The Colson Fellows program was designed for men and women with full, busy lives. The program combines theological, spiritual, and worldview formation through a carefully curated combination of readings, daily devotions, live webinars, and monthly meetings with your peers. Interesting but wondering if you have the time or what it takes to complete the program? I assure you, it's well worth your investment and has been completed by many women in all stages and seasons of life. Interested in learning more? You can explore the program and submit an application at colsonfellows.org.  The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly journal: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women Join Strong Women on Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/  https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc 

Give to The Living ChurchGift the Magazine for $9.95Welcome podcast listeners. Today we've got an episode that will lightly leap from Advent to Christmastide. We'll revisit four conversations we've had over the years: James K. A. Smith on time and ImmanuelNovelist H.C. Cross on boarding schools and world-buildingLauren Winner on books and readingAmy Peeler and Wes Hill on Mother MaryDr. James K.A. Smith is a public philosopher and editor in chief of IMAGE journal, and author of many well-known books including You Are What You Love and How to Inhabit Time.Heather Cross is the author of two novels, Wilberforce and Grievous.The Rev. Dr. Lauren Winner is associate professor of Christian spirituality at Duke Divinity School and the author of many books, including Girl Meets God, A Cheerful and Comfortable Faith, andCharacteristic Damage.The Rev. Dr. Wesley Hill and Dr. Amy Peeler are both associate professors of New Testament, Amy at Wheaton College and Wes at Western Theological Seminary.In two weeks, we're taking a break from the podcast (Merry Christmas). In 2024 we're rolling out conversations with Stanley Hauerwas and Ephraim Radner, a book chat with John Behr, an exploration of Jesus Through Medieval Eyes, a look at neurodivergence in the classical classroom, and much more. Give to The Living ChurchGift the Magazine for $9.95

Sarah Ullrich, co-host of Post Book Depression, joins to discuss the romance book duet from author Pepper Winters. We discuss how the book was outside of her comfort zone, and how that helped Sarah understand herself, the expectations readers have of the romance genre as a whole, and how the long journey with these characters helped Sarah open herself up to the people around her. Tangents include fluff versus angst, how books teach us a unique type of empathy, and the possibility of travel through fiction. Be sure to catch me on Post Book Depression discussing Emily Henry! We'll be off next week for the holiday. You Are What You Love will return on 11/29!  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page. 

We chat with You Are What You Love podcast host Marissa Tandon about her favorite romance author, Emily Henry, and her favorite romance book, People We Meet on Vacation.

Amy Watson, co-host of Post Book Depression, joins to discuss the romance thriller duet from author Mia Sheridan.  We discuss how Sheridan's writing made Amy reframe her view of characters she wasn't sure she should care for, open up discussion with her friend and future co-host Sarah, and how suspense and romance can meet. Tangents include Amy's preference for an unhappy ending, whether life ends once you find love, and how romance is in every story, and should be taken more seriously.  Be sure to catch me on Post Book Depression, and join us next week with Amy's co-host, Sarah!  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page. 

Mallory, immersive theatre creator, joins to discuss K.A. Applegate's book series, Animorphs.  We discuss how the books focused on family and friendship rather than centering on romantic endings, Mallory's childhood dream of being a vet and how that helped her connect with one of the characters, and discovering the books at the Scholastic Book Fair. Tangents include how darker themes helped Mallory form her own view of the world and art, whether fandom should be a part of the creator's writing process, and whether an unsatisfying ending is actually the right answer.  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page. 

Jac, writer and Co-Host of Book Talk for Book Tok, returns to discuss Sarah J Maas' epic hit book series, A Court of Thorns and Roses (FKA ACOTAR).  We discuss why the books are so popular, how women in fandom benefit the economy, and why female authors don't get the same respect as male authors. Tangents include how fiction can create a safe space to explore your own emotions, why fandom can feel a bit like therapy, and the truth about The Great Gatsby.  Be sure to catch me on Book Talk for Book Tok with Amy and her co-host Jac, where we discuss the first romcom I ever made, and what Shakespeare's Hamlet means to me.  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page. 

Jac, writer and Co-Host of Book Talk for Book Tok, joins to discuss Sarah J Maas' epic hit book series, A Court of Thorns and Roses (FKA ACOTAR).  We discuss how Jac started the series at the same time as therapy, what Feyra's relationships taught Jac about her own romantic leanings, and how romance books (and fan fiction) give women a safe space to explore and discuss their sexuality. Tangents include what women want (and how romance novels can be a guide), what the books of our youth, including Twilight and Gossip Girl, taught us about sex, and regrettably, Two Girls One Cup.  Be sure to catch me on Book Talk for Book Tok with Amy and her co-host Jac, where we discuss the first romcom I ever made, and what Shakespeare's Hamlet means to me.  We'll be back next week with the second part of this episode!  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page. 

Amy, Co-host of Book Talk for Book Tok, joins to discuss one of the biggest online to traditional publishing success stories, Cassandra Clare's The Mortal Instruments.  We discuss how Amy discovered Cassandra Clare through her Harry Potter fan fiction, why Clare's publishing journey meant so much to Amy, and how the books changed our view of feminism and femininity. Tangents include whether haters have the right to put artists down, chasing the thrill of the young adult books that excited us in our teenage years, and why fan fiction can make you a better writer.  Be sure to catch me on Book Talk for Book Tok with Amy and her co-host Jac, where we discuss the first romcom I ever made, and what Shakespeare's Hamlet means to me.  We'll be back next week with Amy's co-host, Jac, to talk about the hit fantasy romance series, A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR).  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

Erin, co-host of The Fic List, joins to discuss Fan Fiction as a whole.  We discuss how transformative works have been around for far longer than we had a term for them, the difference between fan fiction and adaptation, and how the public perception of the form is changing. Tangents include Erin's first fan fiction, how Harry Styles and One Direction shaped a new era of fan fiction (and traditional publishing), and the idea of anonymity in fandom.  Heading to New York Comic Con? So is Erin! Join her, the rest of The Fic List team, and previous You Are What You Love guest Berklie Novak-Stolz at their panel on the history of fan fiction. Information on the panel can be found here.  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

Mike Schubert, host of The Newest Olympian, join to discuss the book series we've been sleeping on all along, Percy Jackson and The Olympians.  We discuss how Mike started reading the series for the first time as an adult, the idea of genuine goodness in Percy and his friends, and what the books can still teach us after childhood. Tangents include positivity in fandom, representation of mental health and family dynamics, and why Rick Riordan is such a good guy. Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

Dr. Justin Hannemann, founder of Grace Point Institute for Relational Health settles in for a deep and enlightening conversation. We uncover layers of his life as a husband, father, leader, and advocate for relational health. Together, we examine how relational health sits at the core of our connection with God, ourselves, and others, and how Grace Point Institute is helping mend the scars left by broken relationships.Our conversation takes a fascinating turn as we dig into the intricate link between vocation and relational health. Driven by Luther's doctrine of vocation, we delve into the profound influence our roles in life have on our vocations. We touch upon an intellectual perspective on neurobiology, discussing how the fall has affected our central nervous system and led to relational dysfunction. Extracting wisdom from James K. Smith's book, "You Are What You Love", we ponder how our life liturgies shape us and consequently, the world.As we wrap up our chat, the significance of confession, absolution, and grace in leadership and relational health comes to light. We dissect how insecurity and ego defense can infuse anxiety into leadership systems, and how confession and absolution can foster more secure leaders. With a backdrop of the importance of grace in counseling, coaching, and leading, we hope and pray for a generation that raises leaders who place relational health and love at the core of it all. Don't miss this insightful exploration into the power of relational health.JOIN OUR NEW ONLINE LEARNING PLATFORM!ENTER CODE - 75ULC2023 for 75% off! Support the showVisit uniteleadership.org

Percy Jackson experts, best friends, and co-hosts of the Seaweed Brain podcast, Erica and Carter, join to discuss the incredible children's series, Percy Jackson and The Olympians.  We discuss how Erica and Carter bonded over the books growing up, the groundbreaking ways Rick Riordan represented mental health and family dynamics, and the most important lessons they took away from the series. Tangents include banned books, the importance of yielding, and the true definition of a hero.  Next week, Mike Schubert from The Newest Olympian returns for his take on the books!  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

Maddie, crocheter, fangirl, and writer joins to talk about the international boyband sensation, *NSYNC. We discuss how band brought her comfort decades after they released their last album, the impact of boybands across generations, and how the band's treatment and response to it can strengthen our sense of empathy. Tangents include which boyband is winning the nostalgia era, why fan relationships matter so much, and why teenage girls deserve more respect.  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

Sean Barnett, writer, director, and actor joins to talk about the musical internet sensation, Team Starkid.  We discuss how the theatre company helped Sean understand the idea and possibility of a multi-hyphenate, how the outlandish comedy matched his personality, and the way Team Starkid shaped the internet. Tangents include the importance of being silly on stage, the fantasy of a future family Team Starkid allowed, and the connection the internet allows us to form with the artists who make what we love. Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

Harrison Prince, writer and host of the upcoming Ruff Boys podcast, returns to talk about the Young Adult Sci-Fi series, The Pendragon Adventure by D.J. MacHale. We discuss how the books made Harrison a better person, the craft of a team behind a book, and how D.J. MacHale was the first author that helped Harrison understand brand recognition. Tangents include whether social media is good for book lovers, the value of biographies, and the trust you put in writers you love. Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

Harrison Prince, writer and host of the upcoming Ruff Boys podcast, joins to talk about the Young Adult Sci-Fi series, The Pendragon Adventure by D.J. MacHale. We discuss how the books helped Harrison escape during a tumultuous time, the way the first book's format broke the rules of writing, and how the series helped Harrison to start to hone his own craft.Tangents include whether books have to be good to be worthwhile, controversial reader takes, and Matthew McConaughey. We'll be back next week with part 2 of this episode!  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

Tyler Hyrchuk, founding member of Lengthy Tangent and producer, writer, and voice actor for the upcoming audio drama Peculiar Radio, joins to talk about the children's book "Grandma and the Pirates."  We discuss how Tyler's understanding of performance changed as he grew older, how he found his place as a voice actor rather than an on screen performer, and how parroting other people's comedy gave him confidence. Tangents include the craft behind improv, committing to the bit, and, unfortunately, Dane Cook.  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK  Check out Lengthy Tangent at their website! 

Tyler Hyrchuk, founding member of Lengthy Tangent and producer, writer, and voice actor for the upcoming audio drama Peculiar Radio, joins to talk about the children's book "Grandma and the Pirates."  We discuss how memorizing the audiobook sparked a love for performance, how mimicking the author's performance helped Tyler understand storytelling, and the balance of art and math in education. Tangents include problem solving in the internet age, impressing parents and peers, and if it's possible to beat modern video games.  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK  Check out Lengthy Tangent at their website! 

During our season break, things have shifted in the entertainment industry. The WGA strike has continued, and SAG-AFTRA has joined them on the picket line in the fight for a fair deal with the AMPTP. In this special episode, I'm joined by four WGA members, Elyse Morales, George Ghanem, Kyle Lau, and Charlotte Austin Johnson.  We talk about how each of them became working writers and members of the WGA, their personal experiences in the industry and what they're fighting for while on strike, and the moments in media that inspired them to become writers in the first place.  Donate to The Entertainment Community Fund, and find out how to join the picket line: https://www.wgacontract2023.org/take-action/stand-with-writers Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

Merete Mohs, founding member of Lengthy Tangent and producer, writer, and voice actor for the upcoming audio drama Peculiar Radio, returns to talk about Stephen King's 7 book series, The Dark Tower. We discuss how Stephen King's writing transported her to new worlds, how her tastes have changed and developed since, and how our creative journeys can be sparked by envy of a really good thing. Tangents include Merete's love of travel, how she wants her kids to see the world, and how creative passions can start before you realize what's happening.  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK  Check out Lengthy Tangent at their website! 

Merete Mohs, founding member of Lengthy Tangent and producer, writer, and voice actor for the upcoming audio drama Peculiar Radio, joins to talk about Stephen King's 7 book series, The Dark Tower. We discuss how the books took time to grow on her but helped Merete return to reading, the way it was the first time she remembered not trusting that characters would make it to the end of the adventure, and how her reading habits have changed since she started the series. Tangents include whether it's harder to make audiences laugh or cry, the importance of Johnny Knoxville, and how life changes when you become a parent.  We'll be back with part 2 next week!  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

Alex C. Telander, writer and creator of the audio fiction podcasts Circe and The Ostium Network, joins to talk about the cultural juggernaut that is The X-Files.  We discuss how the show was inspired by Twin Peaks and went on to inspire other cult classics, the dichotomy between wanting to believe and being grounded in science, and how the show helped Alex meet his wife. Tangents include fan convention culture, the beauty of DVD box sets, and what we'd like to see in an X-Files reboot.  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

Mary Frances Noser, actor, writer, and educator, returns to discuss the worldwide phenomenon children's series, Harry Potter.  We unpack Mary Frances' relationship with the books in the face of J.K. Rowling's public views, Harry Potter's representation of women, and Mary Frances' own connection to the Chosen One Narrative. Tangents include fan fiction, the true nature of evil, and how children's stories can help us navigate darkness in the abstract.   Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

Mary Frances Noser, actor, writer, and educator, joins to discuss the worldwide phenomenon children's series, Harry Potter.  We discuss how the book series helped Mary Frances through her struggles with dyslexia, the moral failings of the adults in the Harry Potter universe, and the particulars of Draco Malfoy's upbringing. Tangents include the fandom surrounding the franchise, navigating an adult relationship with the books, and the complexities of finding a place to belong.  We'll be back with part 2 of this episode next week.  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

Meghan Fitzmartin, writer for television shows like The CW's Supernatural, DC Comics' Tim Drake: Robin, and the new animated film, Justice League x RWBY Superheroes & Huntsmen Part 1, returns to talk about the television adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Lost World.  We discuss how The Lost World being accessible was important to Meghan's journey with television, how the show's cancellation was her first insight to television as a business, and her journey from youth pastor to television writer. Tangents include using fandom as a short hand for personal interactions, Meghan's personal relationship with religion, and the day she had to tell her therapist about Destiel.  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

Meghan Fitzmartin, writer for television shows like The CW's Supernatural, DC Comics' Tim Drake: Robin, and the new animated film, Justice League x RWBY Superheroes & Huntsmen Part 1, joins to talk about the television adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Lost World.  We discuss how Meghan found the show while living in Florida when she first had a television in her house, how Marguerite helped her feel strong, and how mornings watching The Lost World helped her find her place in the world. Tangents include the nuances of ship wars, how fandom can be an inherited trait, and, of course, Dean Winchester. We'll be back next Wednesday with part 2 of this episode!  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

J.K. Robbins, Creator of Lengthy Tangent's upcoming audio drama, "Peculiar Radio," returns to talk about the cult classic, Twin Peaks.  We discuss how the show spoke to J.K.'s love for the darkness underneath small towns, the way the show influenced other work including his own, and his feelings on Season 3, the return to Twin Peaks. Tangents include small towns versus big cities, the way we can move at our own pace without feeling guilty, and the stories that come out of the parts of the country that are often overlooked.  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

J.K. Robbins, Creator of Lengthy Tangent's upcoming audio drama, "Peculiar Radio," joins to talk about the cult classic, Twin Peaks.  We discuss how the show created one of the first water cooler effects, the way Twin Peaks encouraged weirdness, and how Dale Cooper and Twin Peaks helped J.K. through loss. Tangents include the similarities between Dale Cooper and Don Draper, the widespread impact Twin Peaks had on the media that followed, and the perfect storm that was created by the creative team.  We'll be back next week with part 2 of this episode.  Sign up for my newsletter at our website, tandonproductions.com, and let me know what you thought of the episode by finding me on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok @marissakumari.  Interested in being a guest on You Are What You Love? Submit a request via the form on this page.  Join our Discord server to connect with other listeners, chat with Marissa, and find out about watch parties! https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

You Are What You Love, part 5. Our Father goes out of his way to search for the one that's lost, because they are of real value to him, and he desires all to be saved. By Wendy Stevens

You Are What You Love, part 4. People will sometimes say “I really like Jesus, I just don't like the Church”. The problem is this: while Christ is the head, the Church is his body, and they are in separable. By Oli Stevens, Andrew O'Kane and Bosun Olunloyo

Alexandra Tandon, creator of All In My Head, recently appeared on the podcast You Are What You Love to talk about how the 90's television show, Charmed, influenced her as a person and a creator.  She and host Marissa Tandon talk about how she discovered the show mid cliffhanger, how the show came into her life during her middle and high school years, and how Charmed showed her women who were powerful and in charge of their own lives, something that differed from the other TV shows she was watching at the time. Tangents include the awkward transition from middle school to high school, the importance of Alex Russo from Wizards of Waverly Place, and whether Hannah Montana's record deal would hold up in the real world.  Listen to You Are What You Love and the second half of this conversation wherever you get your podcasts. You can find the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app here. 

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Did you ever wonder if you were pronouncing celebrity names' correctly? Leah can help with this, though it appears Eydie cannot. The theme of this week's episode comes from a poem, “You Are What You Love.” We riff on what we love and how it defines who we are. You can also learn about Leah's fringe fiasco and Eydie's grandpa sweaters (combined with sequins) along with all things inspirational and/or fun. More From Us: We'd love for you to join us at the Chit Chat Coop on FaceBook and respond to this week's challenge. It's a fun place to come for loads of positive energy and encouragement to live your best lives. Eydie is a collage artist who has a greeting card company: Prairie Girl Etsy Site. Check it out - so many original and fun cards! Here are our individual blogs: Eydie's is: littleranchhouseintheprairie.blogspot.com Leah's is: newstarteveryday.blogspot.com Recommendations Lucy By The Sea - Elizabeth Strout #2chitchatchicks #womenpodcasters #tellyourstory #50ish #50something #loveyourself #chitchatchickinchina #chitchatchickinwisconsin #midlifewomen #womensupportingwomen #midlifeinfluencers #midlifehealth #midlifefitness #agepositive #ageisjustanumber #womenshealth #selfcare #midlifejourney #midliferevolution #midlifemom #midlifer #2023 #youarewhatyoulove #lovelife #loveyourself #teenagekids

We wanted to give you a quick production update on Season 2 (spoiler alert: it's coming soon!), some changes to our team, and  To plug into all our bonus content between seasons, you can follow us on twitter and Instagram at @ThatVampShow, and on Tumblr at tandonshows.tumblr.com. You can follow Kat on Twitter, Tumblr, and Archive of Our Own with the username @9lives6ftunder.  Listen to all episodes of You Are What You Love now, wherever you get your podcasts, or by visiting our website: https://tandonproductions.com/you-are-what-you-love/  And, join us and other listeners on our discord server: https://discord.gg/VNtVCMDxEK 

Christian Worldview Teacher Mark Baur shares what worldview is, why it is important, and how we can be intentional in evaluating our developing worldviews. He also talks about how this impacts our faith journey and how we can help the next generation be intentional about how they are viewing the world. Mark's book recommendations: You Are What You Love - https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-What-Love-Spiritual/dp/158743380X/ref=sr_1_3 The Weight of Glory - https://www.amazon.com/Weight-Glory-C-S-Lewis/dp/0060653205/ref=sr_1_1  Crazy Busy - https://www.amazon.com/Crazy-Busy-Mercifully-Really-Problem/dp/1433533383/ref=sr_1_1  Life Together - https://www.amazon.com/Life-Together-Exploration-Christian-Community/dp/0060608528/ref=sr_1_1   Reach out to us at nextgennow@thehills.org and find more information about The Hills Church at www.thehills.org.

3:20: Quiz: What percentage of the world's animals do you think are invertebrates?  Why do we think this number is lower than it is?8:59 The Founding of Georgia, colonies and charters and founding of states15:15: Hunting inspires thoughts on OT eating laws, Peter's vision and what the sheet represented20:16: Holiness and Cleanness, God's ethics and the physical manifestation of Holiness, Rachel steals idols.22:12: Jesus undoes the uncleanness, He defines holiness and spread them to others23:16: Article discussion: “You Are What (Animal) You Eat"(The Gospel Coalition) Deeper reasons for the dietary laws26:18: Gen 1 classification of animals follows30:56: Feet are a sign of creaturelyness- animals something with a split hoof are designed to live closer to man- some were created domesticated and others over time.32:17: Clean and unclean prior to Mosaic law, not a return to Eden, but an advance on Eden33:39: The more domesticated they are, the cleaner they are - 3 circles like the tabernacle and the categories of animals36:53: You are with whom you eat, that's the thing with Peter38:30: JR's thoughts on hospitality and bringing people to your table- Jesus' change opened the door to having unbelievers at your table.39:58: What does this have to do with The Supper of the Lamb? Molly has an answer!41:25: Does it taste good or is it good for you? EPIC QUOTE44:47: James K.A. Smith, You Are What You Love makes an impact on Molly about how churches are designed45:48: Everything in our world is teaching us and showing us who God is and how to operate in this world48:17: The core of what we believe and building on it49:13 Some Telegram comments about the physicality of who we are, resistant starches and sourdoughToo Busy to Flush Telegram GroupGet $10 in Bitcoin! (Gemini App)Pique Tea - Referral Link (Website) 

You Are What You Love, a new podcast hosted by the creator of Super Ordinary, is available wherever you get your podcasts now. Each week, Marissa Tandon is joined by a new guest who answers one question: what piece of media changed who you are forever?  Each guest brings a new answer, and over the course of the conversation, tries to do something we forget how to do as adults. Be honest and passionate about the one deeply nerdy thing at the core of themselves. Whether it's a billionaire trapped in a cave building a suit of armor, or a teenage girl who finds out she's supposed to stake the undead after class, everyone has a character that made them feel seen for the first time. Each conversation, we try to get to the heart of the piece of media you love so much, because ultimately, you are what you love. Guests have included Lauren Grace Thompson (voice of Kat Wright), Gabriel Urbina (Wolf359, That Vampire Show), Mike Schubert (host of Potterless, The Newest Olympian), and David K. Barnes (creator of Wooden Overcoats).  Follow Marissa on Twitter, subscribe to the You Are What You Love newsletter, and find the show by searching "You Are What You Love" wherever you're listening now. Support the show: http://tandonproductions.com/support-our-shows

"There happened to be an offering of a taekwondo class and my son came to me and said, 'I want to do this.' And my first reaction was, 'Oh we are Mennonites, we can't do that.'" In this episode of the Called to be Bad Podcast I talk with pastor Timothy Peebles--however Timothy isn't your average joe pastor. He also happens to have two black belts in martial arts. How can you call yourselve a Christian pacifist--someone who commits themselves to nonviolence and following in the way of Jesus --while also practing martial arts? Let's find out. *CW mentions of sexual assault in relation to martial arts and self-defense trainingResources: "You Are What You Love" James K. A. Smith: https://jameskasmith.com/yawyl/"The Powers That Be" by Walter Winkhttps://books.google.com/books/about/The_Powers_That_Be.html?id=Ew2n_9j5g58CTim's podcast: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/jesus-shalom-timothy-peebles-2OAxaQ6SbMD/Follow us for more ✨bad✨ content: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calledtobebad_podcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calledtobebadWebsite: https://calledtobebad.buzzsprout.com/Sponsor of this episode: https://www.arthumorsoul.com/Want to become part of the ✨baddie✨ community? Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/calledtobebadHave a ✨bad✨ topic you want to talk about on the show? Get in touch with host, Mariah Martin at: calledtobebad@gmail.com #ctbb #podcast #podcastersoffacebook #progressivechristianity #progressiveclergy #pastor #church #badisbeautiful #deconstruction #exvangelical #christian #christianpodcast #spirituality #feminism #christianfeministSupport the show

Our habits our forming us, the question is what those habits are forming This is a special conversation built around the book You Are What You Love exploring the formative power of habit. As much as we might like to think otherwise, we are entrenched in a deep deep well of cultural habits and rhythms that are deforming our very being as Christians. The intentional and powerful spiritual power of habits is something that is rarely discussed in our age. We hope to help you take a step forward in your spiritual growth. resources https://amzn.to/3pJmkQX (You Are What You Love ) https://amzn.to/3pNiOVs (Atomic Habits) https://www.amazon.com/shop/khalilburton/list/2EK9Y0LSNWP4B (Complete list of WTTT Recommended books) For more conversations like this one, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen, give us a rating and follow us on social media Follow & Support Follow us on Instagram https://www.patreon.com/wtttpodcast (Support us on Patreon)

Marissa Tandon (@MarissaKumari) of You Are What You Love joins as guest to continue TNO's coverage of Percy Jackson and the Titan's Curse! Topics include: Border's, Grossver, cyber security, Crime and Punishment, flowers, all-girls school, Leroy, The Will Smithcast, The Hunger Games, Holes, Gertrude's Nose, farts, workshopping insults, Vanessa Carlton, and more!TNO LIVE on 8/24 and more: www.thenewestolympian.com/liveThanks to our sponsor, Inked Gaming! Get 10% off at www.inkedgaming.com/tno with code "TNO"— Find The Newest Olympian Online —• Website: www.thenewestolympian.com• Patreon: www.thenewestolympian.com/patreon• Twitter: www.twitter.com/newestolympian• Instagram: www.instagram.com/newestolympian• Facebook: www.facebook.com/newestolympian• Reddit: www.reddit.com/r/thenewestolympian• Merch: www.thenewestolympian.com/merch— Production —• Creator, Host, Producer, Social Media, Web Design: Mike Schubert (https://schub.es)• Editor: Sherry Guo• Music: Bettina Campomanes and Brandon Grugle• Art: Jessica E. Boyd• Multitude: multitude.productions— About The Show —Is Percy Jackson the book series we should've been reading all along? Join Mike Schubert as he reads through the books for the first time with the help of longtime PJO fans to cover the plot, take stabs at what happens next, and nerd out over Greek mythology. Whether you're looking for an excuse to finally read these books, or want to re-read an old favorite with a digital book club, grab your blue chocolate chip cookies and listen along. New episodes release on Mondays wherever you get your podcasts!

Listen to Sarah and Erin reflect on their conversation with Valerie Elliot Shepard.    Valerie Elliot Shepard Reflection Show Notes  Elisabeth Elliot's Memorial Service  The Strong Women Podcast 7. Life-Long Learning with Cindy Rollins  The Strong Women Podcast 21. The Importance of Advent with Cindy Rollins  A Handbook to Morning Time by Cindy Rollins  Morning Time: A Liturgy of Love by Cindy Rollins  Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates Hymn  The Bird Their Carols Rise Album of Hymns by Josh Bales  The Strong Women Podcast 3. Who We Are is Rooted with Joni Eareckson Tada  Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Hymn  Go, Tell It On the Mountain Hymn  Indelible Grace Music  Reawaken Hymns YouTube  The Strong Women Podcast 30. A Mentoring Posture with Barbara Masoner  Poor Sinner Dejected With Fear Hymn  A Mighty Fortress Hymn  Jesus Paid It All Hymn  Happy Hymnody  You Are What You Love by James K.A. Smith  Join Strong Women on Social Media: https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc   Erin and her husband, Brett, run Maven which “exists to help the next generation know truth, pursue goodness, and create beauty, all for the cause of Christ.” Check out more about Maven here: https://maventruth.com/    The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/    Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly book list: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women