This newest episode from Desert Voices tackles some deep and intense subjects, blending education, critical thinking, and spirituality. Hosted by Shaleen Kendrick, a culture coach, mystic, and theologian, the episode explores human nature, communication skills, and spiritual grounding with a focus on integrative living to flourish in all areas of life. Shaleen and abolitionist educator Jill Elizabeth weave personal experiences and professional insights into a powerful narrative that calls for persistence in seeking justice and peace. They hope to inspire and encourage listeners to see and act ..read more

Dive deep into the heart of critical thinking with the latest episode of the Desert Voices podcast, where we untangle the complex web of human nature, communication, and spirituality to cultivate well-being.  Join Jill, a gifted abolitionist educator, and Shaleen, a passionate culture coach and theologian, as they explore the continued and pressing issue of the Israel-Gaza war through the lens of critical analysis and empathetic solidarity.  This episode helps us define and better understand the criteria for genocide with a focus on the recent charges against Israel but also invites ..read more

Part 3: War on Gaza...Continued conversation with Jill Elizabeth The episode's heart lies in its unwavering focus on humanizing the conflict, guided by Jill's extensive knowledge and empathy. As we navigate complex topics from oppression to international law, their conversation remains grounded in a shared humanity and a dedication to peace and liberation. This episode of Desert Voices is not just a podcast - it's a call to movement, encouraging listeners to engage, learn alongside us, and contribute to a world where every voice is heard and every life is valued.  Join us in another com ..read more

Part 2: A journey into empathy, understanding, and meaningful action. Episode 74: "What Does Expansive Empathy Feel Like?" Join us for focused discussions on the Israel-Hamas War, seeking understanding and action for peace and human rights. Special guest Jill Elizabeth, an expert in abolitionist education, will guide us through historical insights and empathetic perspectives. Let's explore together how to support those affected and contribute to global well-being. Join us in a series of concise yet powerful discussions, each zeroing in on a crucial topic. Our collective aim? To nudge the moral ..read more

Learn alongside us about the Israel-Hamas conflict… War: How Did We Get Here & How Can We Help!?️ “Over the years, Dalia's curiosity would fuel her empathy. It helped her understand…” - The Lemon Tree The goal for this short series is rooted in curiosity. We desire to understand better how the world got here and ask questions about what we can do as individuals and as a collective to promote peace well-being, and advocate for human rights in the face of the deadly war happening between Israel and Hamas. With her experience in abolitionist education and history, we have invited Jill Eli ..read more

We all have superpowers, most of which go unnoticed and untapped. Join the continued conversation starting in Episode 69. This episode centers the gentle, healing voice of Anne Garner joined by Kerry Connelly and Cassidy Hall. Together we discover a superpower WE ALL HAVE...the power of presence. Are you curious to discover how to unleash your superpower into the world today and participate in healing? Come find out! JOINED BY: Kerry Connelly Cassidy Hall Rev Anne Garner Support the show ..read more

Part 2…Two beautiful conversations about queerness, spirituality, & eroticism. So…What is it… what is the EROTIC, and how does EROS promote well-being? Is it pornographic or is it so so so much more? Come find out. This episode featuring author, contemplative, filmmaker, and scholar Cassidy Hall dives into the erotic, specifically the root word EROS and the embodiment of it. JOINED BY: Kerry Connelly Rev Anne Garner Support the show ..read more

Are you interested in engaging with the word queer differently and understanding how queerness promotes well-being? “You're about to listen to an episode discussing queerness, queer life, and queer expressions. In this episode, I share my experience of being queer in my sexuality and in the ways my queerness has opened me up to my true self...my weirdness, strangeness, and all the possibilities within me. My words and my story do not speak for every queer life or experience. They only speak for my own, and it is my hope that by listening to this episode, we all might engage with the word que ..read more

Did you know there is a place in your body specifically designed for you to experience safety, connection, empathy, curiosity, compassion, health, growth, and restoration?! We are back in SEASON 5 and laser focused on Critical Thinking To Promote Well-Being. Are you looking for a podcast about human nature, communication skill-building, and spirituality? Than this podcast is for you! You save time & energy with this educational podcast designed to help us better understand human nature, build up our communication skills, and ground ourselves spiritually. You are biologically wired wit ..read more

What are "Affinity spaces and how do we find them?" Come along with Laura Beth Buchleiter and Shaleen Kendrick exploring Affinity Spaces! Jesus didn't fit in very many places, while on earth, yet belonged everywhere. Why? Because he fully completely and wholly belonged to himself first. What might that be like and how do we get there? "To be human is to have pain and to embark on the human experience is to be able to go along the path of healing." - Laura Beth "We do not heal in isolation. When we reach out and connect with one another – when we tell the story, name the hurt, grant forgivene ..read more