Join us each week as we explore stories of spiritual courage. We’ll delve into the lives of Quakers past and present, and explore the big questions about modern life and spirituality. A podcast for spiritual seekers, lifelong Quakers, and everything in between.
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Welcome to the official podcast of Calvary Chapel Quakertown! Listen to Bible Teaching from our Sunday morning and Wednesday evening church services. Choose an item, listen, and share!
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Quakers Today features writers, musicians, and thinkers who are seeking wisdom and understanding in a rapidly changing world. We do not pretend to have all the answers. Instead we have a place where you can hear people speak from the heart, grapple with faith, and share the insights they have found along the way. It is also a place where you will have the opportunity to share your own insights, reflections, and questions. Hosted by Peterson Toscano, Quakers Today is a project of The Friends ...
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A podcast from Quakers in Britain and Woodbrooke.
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A weekly Quaker podcast. Produced at Friends Journal, hosted by Jon Watts and edited by Charles Marchione. This audio is from our weekly video series. Watch all the videos at QuakerSpeak.com/watch
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Liberty is the mission.
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We're the Quakers!
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Whimsical discussions about the Quaker Crazies Fantasy Football league and daily fantasy football.
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How to Build a Daily Quaker Practice
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Do you have a daily spiritual practice? On today’s episode, we’re exploring ways that spiritual discipline has helped Quakers connect with the Spirit today and throughout history. We made this episode to celebrate the launch of our newest project, the Daily Quaker Message, a daily Quaker devotional designed to nourish your spiritual journey. Visit …
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Afflictions on the Scale
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Things to Come (Part 1)
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Quakers and Poetry: Two Friends Share Their Love of Verse
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April is National Poetry Month in the US, and we’re celebrating with an episode on Quakers and poetry. We know many people love poetry, but it can also feel opaque. So, we called up two Friends who have found a home both in Quakerism and in verse. In our first segment, bestselling author Parker Palmer tells us how he gained a love of poetry and how…
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Quakers, Birds, and Justice
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In this episode of Quakers Today, we ask, What does bird watching have to do with Quakers? After the show notes, you will find a complete transcript of this episode below. Lessons from Birds about Nature, Community, and Racial Justice Birdwatching may seem like a serene, perhaps even solitary activity, but in the latest episode of the Quakers Today…
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Signs of the Times (Part 2)
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Lost and Found: Finding God's Voice in the Wilderness
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Feeling lost, lonely, and directionless is part of the human experience, just ask the Biblical prophet Elijah. Faced with death for his convictions, he ran into the wilderness and found a God who met him in his grief and despair. On today’s episode, Quaker pastor Andy Stanton-Henry shares a message of getting lost and being found by the still small…
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Signs of the Times (Part 1)
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We have an announcement! Our newest project has launched. The Daily Quaker Message is an invitation to enter into a closer relationship with Spirit. Every day in your inbox, you’ll get an email with a short Quaker message to meditate on. Often that will be a quote but sometimes a song, a poem, a piece of art, or a video. We’ll also share an exercis…
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Bayard Rustin: The Unseen Architect of the Civil Rights Era
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Lifelong Quaker Bayard Rustin was the architect of the 1963 March on Washington, a mentor to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and an international peace activist. His identity as a gay man kept him in the shadows for decades, but he’s become something of an icon in recent years. In this episode, we explore the life and work of this groundbreaking Frien…
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On reparations: how can we make reparations meaningful?
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What are some examples of reparations? How can we make our reparations meaningful?We continue our conversation about reparations with Edwina Peart and Rebecca WalkerWoo, who we spoke to in the first episode. We also speak to Oonagh Ryder who was the Faith in Action Coordinator for Quakers in Britain around that time and Siobhán Haire, Deputy Record…
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Quakers in the Civil Rights Movement: Stories of Peaceful Persistence
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Quakers have a long history of peacefully fighting for racial equality, and there is a lot to explore about their work during the Civil Rights Movement. In this episode, we share first-hand stories of Friends whose spiritual courage led them into the heart of the movement, even when they were beaten and threatened with death. Quakers were among the…
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Quaker Musician Carrie Newcomer Finds Songs in the Silence
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Award-winning singer-songwriter Carrie Newcomer has been called a “prairie mystic” for her meditative, poetic lyrics and folk-infused melodies. Carrie is also a thoughtful Quaker, whose faith comes through in her music, her poetry, and her podcast with author Parker Palmer. On this episode, Carrie shares how she came to Quakerism, how she writes fr…
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Season three of the Quakers Today Podcast begins with the introduction of new co-host Miche McCall (they, them). Along with co-host Peterson Toscano, they unpack the profound questions of faith, activism, and the essence of community. Meet Quakers Today podcast’s newest team member, Miche McCall. Miche is a professional Friend who works to inspire …
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Quaker clothing is something of a mystery for non-Quakers. For more than 300 years, Quakers have been known for their “plain dress.” But what does plain dress mean today? On this episode, we talk to Quakers who have felt a spiritual leading to dress simply, but as you’ll hear, that means different things to different people. Comment on this episode…
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Finding a Spiritual Home: What Does Quakerism Look Like for the Next Generation?
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When a midweek worship group for young Quakers sprung up at Portland Friends Meeting in Maine, it ruffled some feathers. Some wondered why they needed to meet separately. On today’s episode, we hear how this group of millennials found a spiritual home in not one but two weekly meetings for worship. Our episode page has discussion questions, a trans…
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Black Quakers Build The Beloved Community on Their Own Terms
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Why are there so few Black Quakers in mostly-white Quaker meetings? What can white Quakers do to support and encourage Friends of Color? And what can we learn from how Black Friends worship? This season we’re taking inspiration from Civil Rights organizer Bayard Rustin and looking at how Black Quakers are at work in the world, starting with our fir…
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Announcing Season Three of Quakers Today Podcast
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In this episode of Quakers Today, we ask, How do you process memories, experiences, and feelings? In this special episode of Quakers Today, you will learn about what we have in store for you in Season Three. We also look back to share highlights from Season Two. These include: An episode featuring actress and environmental activist Darryl Hannah as…
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This year, we’re exploring the life and work of spiritually courageous Friends like Bayard Rustin. We’re delving into burning questions about Quakerism. We’re going inside Quaker meetings across the U.S. and the world. And we’ll introduce you to new voices! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. Leave a comment and find transcripts…
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Our Top 5 Episodes of the Year
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We’re looking back at some of your favorite episodes and ours with our year-end countdown. Join us as we remember some of the most thoughtful moments in our first season. Find links to all of the episodes mentioned, a transcript, and discussion questions at https://quakerpodcast.com/our-top-5-episodes-of-the-year. Become a monthly supporter! Sign u…
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Quakers in Conversation: AFSC special: Non-Violence in Times of Crisis
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This bonus episode of Quakers Today features a reunion of Quaker leaders from the U.S. and the U.K., discussing how Quaker organizations work towards a just world. Recorded during American Friends Service Committee's annual Corporation meeting in Philadelphia in April 2023, the episode includes Joyce Ajlouny, Bridget Moix, Oliver Robertson, and Sar…
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Finding Silence in a Post-Twitter Life
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Should Quakers still be on social media? In this bonus episode, author and professor Wess Daniels talks about why he left Facebook and Twitter, and how he's encouraging his students to take a step back from the algorithm to explore an age-old Quaker practice: silence. Visit our episode page to learn more about Wess Daniels, share your thoughts, rea…
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Quakers, Fiction, and Virginia Woolf
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In this episode of Quakers Today we ask, How do you process memories, experiences and feelings? For the best listening experience we encourage you to listen to this episode with headphones or earbuds. Rashid Darden's Personal Reflections The episode features Rashid Darden and his reflection of identity and faith. As a Black person in a predominantl…
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BONUS EPISODE: Vicki Winslow Reads Her Short Story ”Sabbatical”
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Writer Vicki Winslow appears in this month's episode of Quakers Today. As part of that episode, this is bonus audio of Vicki reading her story. Music and sound design by Peterson Toscano. After experiencing the loss of her father, Silena Yancey travels from North Carolina to the American Southwest to find inspiration, which she hopes leads to equil…
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How to Start a Quaker Nonprofit
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For the final episode of Season 1, we’re taking a peek behind the curtain of Thee Quaker Project — from inspiration to realization. If you love a good origin story or you’ve got a big idea that you want to turn into a reality, this is the episode for you. Help us shape Season 2 by taking our survey. Visit our episode page to leave a comment, read o…
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God is Everywhere: Vocal Ministry in Everyday Conversation
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Quakers tend to think of “vocal ministry” as someone standing and speaking in a Meeting for Worship. But when we approached O about doing an episode with us, she invited us to expand our thinking. Join us as we walk with O to listen for God in everyday conversations. Visit our episode page to comment on this episode, read the transcript and ponder …
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Quaker Online Communities
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From Reddit to Discord, Twitter to Facebook… we take a tour of the places where Quakers (and the Quaker curious!) are congregating online. Visit our episode page for links to the online communities we discussed, discussion questions, and more. Become a monthly patron of Thee Quaker Project! Become a monthly supporter! Sign up for the Daily Quaker M…
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Quakers, Witchcraft, and Pentecostals
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In this episode of Quakers Today we ask, Outside of Quaker Worship, where do Quakers seek inspiration, spirituality, and community? Whether you're looking to understand the charismatic charm of megachurches, the deep-rooted history of Pendle Hill, England or the mysticism of Howard Thurman, this episode invites listeners to broaden their horizons a…
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James Nayler: The Quaker Who Rode Into Bristol
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On a cold, rainy day in October 1656, early Quaker leader James Nayler rode into the city of Bristol on a horse. He was surrounded by his followers singing “hosanna” and laying garments in his path in a re-enactment of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem. But by December, Nayler had been convicted of blasphemy, had his forehead branded with a B, and faced …
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The Weird World of Religious Radicals in 17th Century England
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Ranters, Diggers, Levellers, Muggletonians… These religious and political sects disrupted an already wild era in 17th century England. But who were these radicals and what do they have to do with Quakers? We’ll take a look in this week’s episode. Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! Learn more about early Quakers with our episode George Fox and …
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Social Justice, Lenny Kravitz, and a Quaker Meeting Mixtape
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Mark Condo brings an unexpected inspiration to his latest sermon series: rock and roll. The pastor of Reedwood Friends Church has created a mixtape for his Portland, Oregon congregation full of songs that have preached to him. He shares the first track in his vocal ministry mixtape with us this week: a sermon inspired by Matthew 25 and "Does Anybod…
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Weird Quaker Names Go Viral on Twitter
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Isabella Rosner never imagined that her list of strange Quaker names would be liked, shared, and retweeted millions of times. We asked Isabella where she found these unusual names (i.e. Experience Cuppage), and how deep dive into women’s needlework revealed not only Quirky Quaker monikers but also a colorful and lesser known side of Quakerism. Visi…
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Quakers and Barbie: How Lies Exposed the Truth About Plastic Pollution
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In this episode of Quakers Today, we ask, "When it comes to activism, do the ends justify the means?" A Barbie Hoax with a Message Actress and eco-activist Daryl Hannah speaks with host Peterson Toscano about her announcement that "Mattel intends to go 100 percent plastic-free by 2030 in all their toys. They hope to support a global ban on plastics…
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A Quaker Murder Mystery Writer Gets Cozy with Crime
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Quaker author Edith Maxwell is a best-selling mystery writer with more than 30 novels in publication. She says it’s her series about a young Quaker midwife solving murders and delivering babies that is closest to her heart. In this episode, Edith shares her journey from earning a PhD in linguistics to a career in fiction and how it connects with he…
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Our Executive Director Jon Watts didn’t know much about Quakers in Australia before his recent trip Down Under. On this episode, he shares the stories he discovered of Aussie Friends — from the beginnings of Quakerism on the continent to the present concerns of Australian Quakers. Tell us what you thought of this episode by leaving a comment on the…
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What if God is the Rest of Your Body?
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This week, we take you inside of Durham Friends Meeting (the Maine one!) where Craig Freshley asks the provocative question, “What if God was the rest of your body?” Have a listen and tell us your thoughts on Craig’s message. Visit the episode page to leave a comment, read the transcript, and more! Help Thee Quaker Podcast expand by becoming a mont…
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Quakers and Worship, Nature, and Hunting
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Quaker Worship, Nature, and Hunting The episode introduces Timothy Tarkelly, a Quaker in Chanute, Kansas with a deep love for nature. Tarkelly draws parallels between the stillness of Quaker worship and his experiences in the outdoors, emphasizing the power of silence and anticipation in both settings. He wrote the Friends Journal article, Allowabl…
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Farming the 'Wild East': A Friends school graduate finds a calling in farm life
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Friends school graduate Noah Poulos is putting down roots as he and his wife start an organic farm in rural North Carolina. But in the process, he has found his Quaker roots are also sprouting into a spiritual awakening he never expected. On this episode, Noah shares his journey to Wild East Farm. Become a monthly supporter! Sign up for the Daily Q…
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Quakers and Zoom: How Videoconferencing Came to Quaker Worship and Whether It’s Here to Stay
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When worship goes online is something lost? Is something gained? On this episode, we explore a variety of approaches to using videoconferencing for Quaker worship. And we look to the Amish and find some surprising answers. Become a monthly supporter! Sign up for the Daily Quaker Message.jon watts, georgia, max carter által
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A Walk to the Underground Railroad Tree
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Today, we’re going on a walk to see a tree that has been a witness to the Underground Railroad. It’s a tree that sheds light on Quakers and slavery. A tree that’s been around as long as the United States. So, put on your sneakers and take a walk with our producer Georgia and historian James Shields as we uncover the rich history of brave Africans s…
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Inside a Semi-Programmed Quaker Meeting for Worship
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Pastor Ashley Wilcox invites us to listen in to a recent service at New Garden Friends Meeting — a “semi-programmed” Quaker meeting in Greensboro, North Carolina — and she shares how her messages connect with the season of loss and change that her meeting has experienced. Comment on this episode, download the transcript with discussion questions, a…
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Quakers and Decision Makers
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In this episode of Quakers Today we ask, What Do You Desire? Linda Seger speaks about Circle Thinking. It is counter-cultural, highly effective, and something Quakers have been doing for a very long time. Her article, “Circle Thinking, A Quaker Model of Leadership” appears in the June/July 2023 issues of Friends Journal. Linda is the author of 34 b…
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A Quaker Pacifist Joins the Military
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Zachary Moon was raised in a Quaker Meeting full of anti-war protesters. Then he felt God calling him to join the military as a chaplain. In the following months and years he had to wrestle with that leading and the response of his family and community. On this week’s episode, we ask, what happens when your calling seems to be in opposition to the …
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The Grimke Sisters: How Two Southern Slave-Owning Quakers Became America's Fiercest Abolitionists
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Sarah and Angelina Grimke were unapologetically anti-slavery and pro-women’s rights. Their convictions were driven by their faith in God, yet it got them booted from Quakerism, made their name a curse among their Southern peers, and even caused controversy among fellow abolitionists. The Grimke sisters made history, yet their names have largely bee…
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Quaker Meeting for Worship
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How do Quakers prepare for Meeting for Worship? How do we get ready for an hour of silence in which we may feel called upon to stand and give a message? In this week's episode, we share three essays written by members of Central Philadelphia Monthly Meeting about their experience of Quaker Meeting for Worship. Learn more about Thee Quaker Podcast, …
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