
Quakers and other seekers explore visions of the world growing up through the cracks of our broken systems. The Seed is a podcast from Pendle Hill, a Quaker center, open to all, for Spirit-led learning, retreat, and community in Wallingford, PA. This project was made possible by the generous support of the Thomas H. & Mary Williams Shoemaker Fund.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 51 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualitySociety & Culture | |||

In this mini-episode, host Dwight Dunston returns to his conversation with Quaker healer John Calvi. They explore the history of John’s seminal song, "The Ones Who Aren't Here," and the weight of carrying love across time and loss.
John shares the s... more
What does love look like when it moves beyond sentiment and becomes a force for healing, justice, and transformation?
In this Season Six finale of The Seed, we welcome John Calvi, a Quaker healer, certified massage therapist, and longtime advocate f... more
In this mini-episode of The Seed: Conversations for Radical Hope, we return to a Season Six conversation with Inaara Neal-Shiraz and ,O—two people whose lives and work embody love as a healing force for justice.
Inaara Neal-Shiraz served as the Incl... more
How do we move beyond the "gatekeeping" of our institutions to practice a love that is truly transformative?
In this soul-stirring conversation, host Dwight Dunston is joined by Zae Illo and Lisa Graustein to explore the intersection of spiritual pr... more
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I listen to every episode and love them all. The recent show with Sarah Ruden was especially great. Thank you for introducing me to her.
Dear Dwight,
I just listened to the first episode of The Seed! Hearing you and Francisco talk is helping me to better understand the link between spirituality and activism that I feel in my own life and see in others. The love that you both act from is manifest in this space. Thank you ❤️
Thank you Dwight and guests for bringing me home to my Philly Quaker roots . It’s been fabulous and I look forward to seeing this unfold .
What insight! Beautiful facilitation, these conversations flow so effortlessly. This podcast is such a light in my week!
The Seed is a wonderful surprise every episode. I love being in a bigger circle of F/friends by listening to the wisdom that is shared here.
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Focusing on themes of love, justice, and community, this podcast presents conversations that illuminate the connections between spirituality and social responsibility. The discussions often center on Quaker principles and explore relevant current issues through the lenses of various guests from diverse backgrounds. Notable topics include trauma healing, the intersection of love and power, and the importance of nurturing inclusive communities. A distinctive aspect is the frequent integration of personal narratives that emphasize radical hope and resilience, encouraging listeners to reflect on their roles in enacting social change.
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Recent guests on The Seed: Conversations for Radical Hope include:
1. John Calvi
2. Zae Illo
3. Inaara Neal-Shiraz
4. Sarah Ruden
5. Lisa Graustein
6. Ruth Padilla DeBorst
7. Tom Gates
8. Zenaida Peterson
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