The Connected Way™ Podcast
Connection is the Currency of the Soul. Hosted by Interspiritual Minister and Minister of Connection Rev. Dev, this podcast explores how to live a life driven by Connection rather than Capital (financial, social, societal). In interviews and insights, we dive into the four levels of connection: to Self, Others, the Land and Spirituality.
Episodes
29 episodes
Episode 28: December Energy & Holy Days PART 2 - Christmas, Hanukkah & Kwanzaa
The second of Two Episodes in which we dive into the different Holy Days in December from an Interfaith and Interspiritual perspective - finding the value in each and seeing how related they really are. Tune in to reflect on the interconnectedn...
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Episode 27: December Energy & Holy Days PART 1 - Winter Solstice, Bodhi Day & Advent
The first of Two Episodes in which we dive into the different Holy Days in December from an Interfaith and Interspiritual perspective - finding the value in each and seeing how related they really are. To explore more, join me for a Winter S...
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Episode 26: Thanksgiving... Honoring the Grief while also Finding Gratitude
Welcome back Friends. In this episode, I share a quick snippet of what you can expect from the podcast (and me) for the rest of the year, but more importantly, we dive into Thanksgiving. How right now, we’re being called to hold the Both/And...
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Episode 25: Messy Grief, Connection, Support & Why?! (Rev Dev’s Initial Post-Election Reflections)
In this first post-election episode The Connected Way, I share my feelings, thoughts and experience in the first 24 hours post-election, as well as some insights, ideas and opportunities to support you as you navigate ...
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Episode 24: May We Choose Connection (Rev Dev’s Pre-Election Reflections)
In this final pre-election episode of The Connected Way, I’m sharing my heartfelt reflections, feelings and thoughts about the election and the deep divisions in our society, reflecting on all I’ve learned from the podcast conversation...
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Episode 23: Navigating this BIG UnBecoming Transformation is NOT Easy (or pretty)
In this episode of The Connected Way, I share the common themes I have seen arising in the more recent spiritual episodes addressing What in the World is going on in the World… Looking at themes from Pat McCabe, Rev Karla, Shi...
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Episode 22: Finding Meaning, Hope & Purpose In These Times with Ganga Devi Braun
In this episode of The Connected Way, I connect with Ganga Devi Braun, a fellow Interspiritual minister who is incredibly well-read and always has interesting insights to share. We discuss powerful concepts from various traditions and ...
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Episode 21: The Astrology of The Election & Beyond with Michelle Dench
In this episode of The Connected Way, I connect with Michelle Dench, an Evolutionary Astrologist, to learn what astrological influences are at play in this chaotic time we are living in and specifically with the election. <...
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Episode 20: Learning from the Indigenous Perspective & Becoming Omni-Benificent with Pat McCabe
In this episode of The Connected Way, I connect with Pat McCabe (Weyakpa Najin Win, Woman Stands Shining), an Indigenous Diné (Navajo) teacher, artist, and leader. I was first introduced to her in seminary and her teachings have impact...
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Episode 19: Taking the Black Perspective & Experience Into Account with Atiim Boykin
In this episode of The Connected Way, I connect with Atiim Boykin, a clinician, artist, and community advocate, about how major election issues impact black people, his journey from Oakland to Portland, his work in social equity and re...
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Episode 18: The Intent & Impact of Misinformation & Disinformation with Dr. Judith E. Rosenbaum & Dr. Liliana Herakova
In this episode of The Connected Way, I connect with guests Judith E. Rosenbaum and Liliana Herkova, both professors of communication at the University of Maine, to discuss their insights into the media’s influence on our understanding...
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Episode 17: Reconnecting to the Divine Feminine - Shifting from Domination to Collaboration with Shiloh Sophia McCloud
In this episode, I’m joined by artist, teacher, and spiritual seeker Shiloh Sophia McCloud, who shares her insights on the rise of (reconnection to) the Divine Feminine and how we can collectively transition from an Era of Domination to an Era ...
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Episode 16: The Rise & Reality of Christian Nationalism with Katherine Stewart
In this episode, I chat with Katherine Stewart, an investigative journalist and author, to better understand the rise of Christian Nationalism and its impact on the country. TUNE IN TO EPISODE 16 TO HEAR:Katherine...
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Episode 15: How & Why to Connect Across the Aisle with Craig Freshley
In this episode of The Connected Way, I connect with Craig Freshley to chat about the art of connecting with people we disagree with, especially within the context of challenging political conversations. TUNE IN TO EPISO...
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Episode 14: Connecting Across the Aisle - a Partisan Conversation
I’m not just suggesting you have conversations to connect with people you love who don’t agree with you. I’m doing it too, and in this episode, I bring you into one of those conversations, with my uncle Don. This is our first time truly discuss...
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Episode 13: A Mid-Season Check-in with Rev Dev
It's been 5 weeks since the podcast launched and we have just under 6 weeks until the election. So, we’re 12 Episodes in and there are 12 more to come before the election, so it felt right to do a bit of check in...Tune in to hear:
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Episode 12: Deconstructing Patriarchy, Reclaiming Self-Agency & Trust with Rev. Karla Kamstra
How does patriarchy shape our society, in religion and beyond? Why are some people (especially white women) voting against their own interests? How does the rise of Christian evangelism and nationalism affect women and marginalized groups in pa...
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Episode 11: Donating - Impact, Transparency & Connection with Brian Derrick
Every time I get a request for a donation, I wonder “where is it going?” and “why do you need money?” which I have specifically wondered about presidential races. I finally found someone who could answer my questions AND give me ways to give mo...
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Episode 10: What would Jesus do? Deconstructing Christianity & Politics with Brian Recker
How are so many Christians in this country voting Republican? How would Jesus vote and what did he really teach? When we remove the fear-tactics of the threat of Hell, what were the actual teachings of Jesus and how can we learn from them? ...
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Episode 9: Ceasefire in Gaza from a Jewish Rabbi's Perspective with Rabbi Salem Pearce
In the second part of this two-part series, Rabbi Salem Pierce and I continue our discussion, focused on the emotional and complex realities of the Israeli-Palestine conflict.TUNE IN TO EPISODE 9 TO HEAR:Rab...
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Episode 8: How Judaism’s Teachings inform Jews’ Values & Politics with Rabbi Salem Pearce
The first of a two-part series, in this episode, we connect with Rabbi Salem Pearce, a Jewish leader and activist, to explore the teachings, history, and practices of Judaism. TUNE IN TO EPISODE 8 TO HEAR:<...
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Episode 7: Three Threads of Connection Running through the Democratic National Convention
In this episode, I share three ways I noticed connection showing up more during the Democratic National Convention (DNC), hopefully evidence of a shift in politics in general. I explore how authenticity and vulnerability from the speakers cr...
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Episode 6: Why being Political is a Spiritual Responsibility with Rev. David Wallace
In this episode, I connect with Reverend David Wallace to explore the inherent connection between politics and spirituality. David, who is well-known for his deep expertise in poetics, contemplative practice, and wisdom texts, and also happens ...
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Episode 5: Voting & Volunteering with Andrew Zarro
“The 2024 election is pivotal for America's path forward. It's more than policy—it's about our nation's soul.” In today’s episode, I sit down with former city councilor and mayoral candidate in Portland, ME, community builder, campaign ex...
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Episode 4: Shifting from Individualism to Collectivism with Rev. Dr. Sushmita Mukherjee
In today’s episode, we connect with my teacher and now dear friend Rev. Dr. Sushmita Mukherjee who shares her own cultural and spiritual experience of growing up in India and now being a New Yorker/First Generation American. We discuss a societ...
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