South by East
Welcome to the South By East Podcast, where we discuss culture, the scriptures, and everything in between and how they impact SE Topeka with your co-hosts Johnathan Sublet and Brail Watson. Why this podcast? Hi-Crest is 2 miles from the capitol building, but most people have no idea where it is. We live in a seemingly connected world, but the everyday person can feel disconnected. You can wonder how the scriptures and the city, state, national, and global events hit me as an ordinary person. How should I respond? How can I grow my knowledge of them and their impact on my community? Beyond that, how can the everyday person with little time and resources who already feel overwhelmed by life lead transformational movements in their context? We will use the podcast for interviewing others, talking about current events, and sharing what we see as a part of our work in the Hi-Crest community. We hope this time together will reaffirm the value of living a normal, non-radical life while consistently loving others over the long term for those in Southeast Topeka and beyond.
Episodes
110 episodes
South by East Traffic Report 90: Parenting Goals?
What is a realistic expectation when going through a life transition? Join Brail and Johnathan as they explore an amazing feat by a brand new Mom. Intersection Resources:
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South by East Traffic Report 89: Triceratops or DoCeratops?
Great ideas are great ideas, but great ideas aren't proof of great work. Join us as we see what companies like Starbucks are figuring out that we need to catch on to.Intersection Resources:
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13:32
South by East Traffic Report 88: A Time to Grow
Brail dives into a clip from Jackie Hill Perry, and Dr. Eric Mason about growth that may shift the way you think about your own development. Intersection Resources:
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11:34
South by East Traffic Report 87: Over Sharing
We often talk about vulnerability, but what about the power of discretion? Join us this week, as Brail and Johnathan break down this clip about knowing when not to overshare. Intersection Resources:
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15:38
South by East Traffic Report 86: Back In My Day
One of the signs of a dying Church is making the past the hero. Some of us have the mentality of a dying Church on the court, and Brail is here to talk about it! Intersection Resources:
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8:44
South by East Traffic Report 85: Who Do You Love?
What makes a difficult journey worth it? In this clip, Jackie Hill Perry discusses what our level of resiliency says about our love (or lack of love for) Christ.Intersection Resources:
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14:21
South by East Traffic Report 84: That’s the Spirit
Can music bring demons upon you? Join Brail and Johnathan as they look at this clip from Lionheart Church about secular music, the demonic, and South East Topeka.Intersection Resources:
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South by East Traffic Report 83: Check the Safety
You can't lead people somewhere you aren't going, or haven't been. Yet, so many of us find ourselves trying to parent or mentor younger people in ways that we don't yet understand. Join John and Brail as they look at some wisdom from Kier Gains...
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22:08
South by East Traffic Report 82: Community Use
We all have needs. But how often do we miss the things that are provided for us by those around us? Join Johnathan and Brail as they examine the intersection between need, and community.Intersection Resources: ...
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South by East Traffic Report 81: True Cost
Kev On stage speaks about a revelation to be the real him in all spaces, especially his community of faith. But why is it so hard for people to do this? Join Brail and Johnathan as they examine the cost of being true. ...
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South by East Traffic Report 80: Don’t Pray For Me
The Bible says to pray about everything, but not all prayers are made equal. Join Brail and Johnathan as they react to a funny video about prayer and over-zealous Christians. Intersection Resources:
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South by East Traffic Report 79: Whom Shall I Fear?
Do you know what reports say are the only two natural human fears? The answer may surprise you! Join us as we look at an interesting post about human nature on our next traffic report! Intersection Resources: ...
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South by East Traffic Report 78: What I Say!?
New challenge for 2025; post something on the internet that doesn't make someone mad or offended. Before you go wasting your time, tune in as John and Brail break down a hilarious clip from Kev On Stage, and give you some helpful tips!
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South by East Traffic Report 77: Too Grown to Grow
What would happen if you accomplished your wildest dreams this year? Whose lives would change? Join us this week as we break down a clip about the thing that may be holding you or your community back from taking the first step.
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South by East Traffic Report 76: AI is Poppin’
Timberland signs the first AI artist to his label. Is iRobot finally becoming a reality, or is this a new plan in creative innovation? Join Brail, and Johnathan as they discuss in the intersection.Intersection Resources:&nb...
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16:07
South by East Traffic Report 75: I’m Tired
Johnathan and Brail break down a clip from highly successful pro ball player Michael Beasley. Despite his immense success, when asked about his social life, and his mental health, he's quoted as simply saying "I'm tired." Let's break down so...
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25:20
South by East Traffic Report 74: Rebranding Escape
RaQuel Hopkins is back with another great quote on mental health. Join Johnathan and Brail as they explore the balance between boundaries and discomfort in the intersection. Intersection Resources:
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South by East Traffic Report 73: We Made it
"Hip-Hop is a young man's sport," but rapper Too Short made his biggest hit after the age of 40. Do we sometimes cap our success by our age, or can this story tell us something about consistency and sustained effort that applies to South East T...
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18:08
South by East Traffic Report 72: Things That Go Too Far
Just because you can, doesn't mean you should. Can we sometimes take a good thing too far? Join John and Brail as they look at a sticky (but funny) example.Intersection Resources:
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South By East Traffic Report 71: From the Trenches
What's in a name? Brail and Johnathan break down the best struggle cereals on the market over generations! Join us for this special episode of South By East!Intersection Resources:
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16:51
South By East Traffic Report 70: What's Your Next Pivot?
How do you maintain credibility and influence over time? Join us as we discuss advice from award-winning producer Timbaland about creating a generational impact by investing in the next one up.Intersection Resour...
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South By East Traffic Report 69: Get Your Hands Out My Pocket
Brail and Johnathan take a look at the "metaphone". Is this our answer to modern phone addiction, or a waste of money? Join us on this week's traffic report in the intersection!Intersection Resources;
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14:34
South By East Traffic Report 68: Copy That
The top copyright official, and the librarian of congress were both fired recently. What is that about, and what effect might this have on your favorite local rapper? Join Brail and Johnathan as they talk copyright conspiracy....
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18:35
South By East Traffic Report 67: Stable or Enable?
We've never spoken more about mental health than now, and yet, people still seem distressed. Are we addressing the problems of today, or just labeling them and allowing them to grow? Join Johnathan and Brail as they take a look at our approach ...
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