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A spirituality podcast for people who aren’t ready to give up on the world, The Leader’s Way features conversations with intellectual entrepreneurs at the intersection of leadership, spirituality, and theology.

This podcast is hosted by Executive Director of Leadership Dr. Brandon Nappi ’01 MDiv and guest hosts Misty Krasawski ’26 MDiv and Whitney Kimball Coe ’26 MDiv. It is brought to you by... more

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We practice meditation because the present moment is the only place where we can truly find ourselves, love others, and be loved by the divine. This is why we gather, why we sit, why we breathe together. We practice surrendering to what lies beyond o... more

What do we do with our pain? It’s an important spiritual question, and one that Brandon Nappi explores with James Kimmel, Jr., JD, on this episode of Within, a contemplative segment of The Leader's Way Podcast, that explores the convergence of mental... more

Lauren Jackson is a religion columnist for the New York Times where she is the associate editor and writer for The Morning, the Times's flagship daily newsletter. Over the past year, she has been deeply involved in reporting on belief. Lauren develop... more

Loretta Ross is a public intellectual, professor, activist, and author of Calling In, a collection of stories from five remarkable decades working in social justice movements, including reproductive justice, white supremacy, and women of color organi... more

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Elise Loehnen
Author and podcaster known for her work exploring the intersection of culture, psychology, and spirituality
Pulled the Thread Podcast
Episode: 67: Still Learning (and Unlearning) Life Lessons with Elise Loehnen
Blair Pogue
Canon for innovation in the Episcopal Church in Minnesota
Episcopal Church in Minnesota
Episode: 66: Embracing the Mixed Ecology of the Church with Dwight Zscheile and Blair Pogue
Dwight Zscheile
Professor of congregational mission and leadership, author of several books on congregational ministry
Luther Seminary
Episode: 66: Embracing the Mixed Ecology of the Church with Dwight Zscheile and Blair Pogue
Father Spencer Reece
Acclaimed poet, author of The Clerk's Tale, and Episcopal priest
Berkeley Divinity School at Yale
Episode: 65: Poetry Holds Us Together with Spencer Reece
David Peters
Chaplain, Episcopal priest, and author specializing in trauma and spirituality.
St. Joan of Arc Episcopal Church
Episode: 64: Post-Traumatic Jesus - A Conversation with David Peters
Joanna Penn
An award-winning New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, Joanna helps writers find their creative voice and navigate the world of indie publishing.
Creative Penn
Episode: 63: Surprised by Pilgrimage with Joanna Penn
Michelle Snyder
Executive Director and Trainer at Soul Shop, Mental Health Therapist
Soul Shop
Episode: 62: We Have To Talk About Suicide with Michelle Snyder
Linn Marie Tonstad
Professor of Theology, Religion and Sexuality at Yale Divinity School.
Yale Divinity School
Episode: 54: Queer Theology with Linn Tonstad
Lizzie McManus-Dail
Vicar of Jubilee Episcopal Church in Austin, Texas and author
Jubilee Episcopal Church
Episode: 52: God Didn’t Make Us to Hate Us with Lizzie McManus-Dail

Hosts

Dr. Brandon Nappi
Executive Director of Leadership, focusing on integrating spirituality into practices of leadership and community engagement.
Whitney Kimball Coe
Co-host of the podcast, involved in discussions about leadership and spirituality.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • A Joy

    I am a deacon serving in the Diocese of New York. Dozens of priests and leaders in my orbit studied at Yale. That includes our new Bishop Matthew Heyd. Your interviews and observations are accessible, informative, and entertaining.

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    United States10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the accessibility and informative nature of the discussions, finding insights valuable for their personal and community engagement. Many highlight the podcast's focus on issues of trauma and social justice as particularly resonant in today's world.

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67: Still Learning (and Unlearning) Life Lessons with Elise Loehnen
Q: Was it a conclusion you came to pretty early? Or were you sort of discovery writing and just sort of following the breadcrumbs?
Loehnen indicates that she was discovering along the way and later created a workbook for readers seeking practical guidance on wholeness.
67: Still Learning (and Unlearning) Life Lessons with Elise Loehnen
Q: And I wonder if you could tell me the story of what led you to those words. And even today, like, how does it feel to hear those words echoed back to you?
Loehnen explains that she's still doing the work to unwind cultural programming, and the concept emerged after the 2016 election as she explored women's narratives.
65: Poetry Holds Us Together with Spencer Reece
Q: How do you go from a word in your mind to the page, to a finished poem? Are there lots of revisions?
Spencer describes his slow and methodical process, emphasizing the importance of revisions and how sometimes inspiration comes from specific places or experiences.
65: Poetry Holds Us Together with Spencer Reece
Q: Can you share how that began to bubble up in your life? Especially since you didn't grow up in a terribly religious home?
Spencer shares how poetry saved his life, detailing a transformative experience of sobriety and a deep appreciation for religious poetry that guided him through difficult times.
65: Poetry Holds Us Together with Spencer Reece
Q: Could we hear a little bit of your story?
Spencer speaks about his unique upbringing, acknowledging the eccentric nature of his parents, their love for books, and the environment he grew up in which fostered creativity amidst alcohol-related issues.

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3. Dwight Zscheile
4. Father Spencer Reece
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8. Linn Marie Tonstad

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