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Spirit in Action

Northern Spirit Radio
Climate Change
Progressive Christianity
Social Justice
LGBTQ+ Rights
LGBTQ Rights
Sustainability
Buffalo Star People
Trauma Healing
Gun Rights
Abortion Rights
Sociology
South African History
Universal Health Insurance
Indigenous Civilizations
Creative Writing Education
Art and Activism
Community Engagement
Jazz
Racism
Civil Rights Movement

Each week, Spirit In Action brings you stories of people living lives of fruitful service, of peace, community, compassion, creative action and progressive efforts. We will trace the spiritual roots that support and nourish them in their service. Above all, we will seek out Light, Love and Helping Hands, being shared between our many neighbors on this planet, hoping to inspire and encourage you to... more

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Sami Awad lives in Bethlehem, and has been dedicated to nonviolent action since his teen years, inspired by his uncle, Mubarak Awad. In a conflict focused on Jews and Muslims, Christian Palestinians are sometimes erased from the picture by many outsi... more

In his book, The Prophetic Lens: The Camera and Black Moral Agency from MLK to Darnella Frazier, Phil Allen Jr. examines the history & the future of Black wholeness in the USA, especially the ways in which people of color have been made invisible, & ... more

Thom Hartmann's completely articulate voice & extensive knowledge & insights all combine to insure his place as the USA's #1 progressive talk show host. His more than 30 books are equally compelling, and today we talk with Thom about his latest, The ... more

Our guest-host today is Jan Spencer, and he'll describe his book disguised as a website - A Primer For Paradigm Shift. The Primer is dense with usable information explaining why, how and what paradigm shift can look like in the real world. Paradigm s... more

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Recent Guests

Phil Allen Jr.
Author, poet, storyteller, and theologian, founder of the Racial Solidarity Project, and Ph.D. student at Fuller Theological Seminary
Episode: Black Wholeness Through The Prophetic Lens
Melissa Nealon
Director of the Rosbach Museum
Dunn County Historical Society
Episode: Fixing A Leaky Canoe with Ecotopia Soon
Jody Jewell
Community Engagement Specialist at World Relief, a humanitarian organization focused on assisting refugees
World Relief
Episode: Relief for the World - A Jewell in Clear Water
Olivia Chalkley
Activist engaged in Palestinian solidarity and interfaith peace efforts.
Episode: A Home for My Loving Action: Olivia Chalkley
Chuck Collins
Author and social advocate focused on wealth inequality and economic justice.
Patriotic Millionaires, inequality.org
Episode: We Didn't Start the Fire: Burned By Billionaires
Edgar Villanueva
Member of the Lumbee tribe with experience in philanthropy
Decolonizing Wealth Project
Episode: Money As Medicine - Indigenous Wisdom for Decolonizing Wealth
Pete Bastounes
Union Stewart for Local 150 Operating Engineers and a voice for labor rights
Local 150 Operating Engineers
Episode: From Rush Limbaugh Fan to Bernie Sanders & Thom Hartmann Liberal - With The Union
Jeremy Lent
Author and integrator focused on life, consciousness, and sustainability
Episode: Preserving Life & The Web of Meaning
Hardy Merriman
President and CEO of the International Center on Nonviolent Conflict.
International Center on Nonviolent Conflict
Episode: Civil Resistance - Power to the People from ICNC

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Mark Helpsmeet
Host of Spirit in Action, known for engaging discussions on peace, community, and spiritual service.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
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    I love listening to these shows. Especially the one on sugar. It was mind blowing!

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    Bronwen GMR
    South Africa2 years ago

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Black Wholeness Through The Prophetic Lens
Q: What would you say your path became after finding Jesus Christ?
My objective transformed into advocating for wellness while navigating a journey of self-discovery and purpose.
Black Wholeness Through The Prophetic Lens
Q: How do we look at African Americans' experience in this country?
The lens includes both a philosophical and practical approach to understanding and representing black life amid societal challenges.
Black Wholeness Through The Prophetic Lens
Q: Phil, I'm so very happy to have you here today for Spirit in Action.
Thanks for having me. Glad to be here.
Relief for the World - A Jewell in Clear Water
Q: How long have you been with the organization?
I have been with World Relief for just about two years.
Relief for the World - A Jewell in Clear Water
Q: What do you think of the slogan America First?
While it's important to care for one's own community, I don't believe it's a Christian response to ignore the needs of others globally.

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Content typically focuses on engaging with individuals who embody principles of service, community, and social justice. Themes of spirituality, compassion, and activism are frequently interwoven, as guests share their insights and experiences related to various movements and causes, such as refugee assistance, environmental restoration, and wealth inequality. Listeners can expect rich conversations that inspire action and deeper understanding of critical social issues, while fostering a sense of community and shared responsibility. The unique approach emphasizes the interconnectedness of personal transformation and collective action, creating a compelling narrative for those interested in exploring their own roles in contributing to positiv... more

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2. Melissa Nealon
3. Jody Jewell
4. Olivia Chalkley
5. Chuck Collins
6. Edgar Villanueva
7. Pete Bastounes
8. Jeremy Lent

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