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Earth Makers: Sacred Stories & Queer Spaces

Earth Makers: Sacred Stories & Queer Spaces

By Johanna Bear Armstrong

Join creator/host Joey as she creates queer space for all persons to show up authentically and listen to some healing stories. Warm the kettle. Take some deep breaths. Listen. All are welcome. No exceptions.
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Easter Sunday 2020 Teacher: Jesus Christ/Rabbi Yeshua of Nazareth

Earth Makers: Sacred Stories & Queer SpacesApr 12, 2020

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Naked Spirituality, Pt. One.

Naked Spirituality, Pt. One.

Welcome back to Earth Makers! Johanna takes us to a place of spiritual nakedness by confronting the question, “Who do I think I am?”
Mar 13, 202431:17
“How Do I Welcome the Stranger if They Mean Me Harm?”

“How Do I Welcome the Stranger if They Mean Me Harm?”

AW: assault, rape Johanna Bear addresses the Abrahamic invitation to “welcome the stranger” and the joys and real life consequences of doing so.
Dec 16, 202330:10
Spooky Story Time: “The Terrible Tale of the Goat Boy”

Spooky Story Time: “The Terrible Tale of the Goat Boy”

Johanna Bear shares her short story about a small town parson and the horrors that await him and his congregation.
Oct 26, 202326:54
Divinity, Totoro, and the Question of Suffering

Divinity, Totoro, and the Question of Suffering

Johanna plumbs the depths of human suffering and is reminded of a gentle, wild forest spirit along the way.
Oct 01, 202326:09
“The Boy with the Flower On His Head”

“The Boy with the Flower On His Head”

As Johanna recovers from COVID, she shares a story with us.
Sep 19, 202320:29
The COVID Report

The COVID Report

Johanna has COVID.
Sep 14, 202311:39
The Third Seed of Recovery: Honesty

The Third Seed of Recovery: Honesty

Johanna Bear continues her series on The Ten Seeds of Recovery.
Jul 18, 202329:59
The Second Seed of Recovery: Curiosity

The Second Seed of Recovery: Curiosity

Johanna Bear continues the series on Earth Makers Recovery.
Jun 24, 202329:03
LIVE from The Bean: “The 1st Seed of Recovery: Story”

LIVE from The Bean: “The 1st Seed of Recovery: Story”

Johanna Bear shares the first seed in the brand new Earth Makers Recovery Program live from the JS Bean Factory in St. Paul, MN!
May 25, 202329:04
“Everything Happens.”

“Everything Happens.”

What if everything doesn’t happen for a reason?
Apr 27, 202328:35
“Humans Are Complicated”

“Humans Are Complicated”

Drawing inspiration from films like The Whale and Tár, Johanna kicks off the fifth season with complicated stories of complicated humans.
Apr 05, 202327:49
BONUS Episode: “A Letter to Cis Women”

BONUS Episode: “A Letter to Cis Women”

Johanna offers more transgender reflection on waiting in the midst of bad news. CW: Harsh language and graphic imagery.
Mar 13, 202308:45
Bonus Episode: “PAUSE”

Bonus Episode: “PAUSE”

Johanna shares a poetic reflection on the anxiety of today. She hopes it’s relatable. Thanks for listening.
Mar 08, 202310:58
All Things Made New: Orientation, Disorientation, and Reorientation (End of Season 4)

All Things Made New: Orientation, Disorientation, and Reorientation (End of Season 4)

Johanna concludes the fourth season with a story about clinging to things and the disregulation of newness.
Jan 02, 202328:52
Update: To Change Hearts and Minds

Update: To Change Hearts and Minds

Johanna Bear shares an update on the future of Season 5 and on the new Earth Makers Recovery program!
Dec 14, 202217:46
Spooky Story Time: “Four Boys & A Video Camera, Pt. IV”

Spooky Story Time: “Four Boys & A Video Camera, Pt. IV”

Sy Cooper faces the greatest challenge of his journey
Oct 23, 202221:13
Spooky Story Time: “Four Boys & A Video Camera, Pt. III”

Spooky Story Time: “Four Boys & A Video Camera, Pt. III”

The story of Sy, Skinny, Doc, and Arbuckle heats up as they draw closer to the Man in White…
Oct 20, 202227:00
Spooky Story Time: “Four Boys & A Video Camera, Pt. II”

Spooky Story Time: “Four Boys & A Video Camera, Pt. II”

Johanna Bear continues her spooky story.
Oct 18, 202224:15
Spooky Story Time: “Four Boys & A Video Camera,” Pt. I

Spooky Story Time: “Four Boys & A Video Camera,” Pt. I

Johanna Bear shares part 1 of a scary short story she wrote.
Oct 07, 202224:48
“Grandma Spider”

“Grandma Spider”

Johanna shares her story of stumbling across a spider and the reminder of the web of life we all take part in.
Sep 15, 202225:03
“Broken Bowls”

“Broken Bowls”

A Zen Buddhist koan and a reflection on what we attach ourselves to.
Sep 06, 202224:01
“Hollow Bones”

“Hollow Bones”

A reflection on staying with pain and a wise barista who prays for hollow bones.
Sep 01, 202213:49
Dream & The Devil

Dream & The Devil

Joey tells a story from Neil Gaiman’s The Sandman to illustrate the relationship between Borderline Personality Disorder and mindful spirituality.
Aug 23, 202228:55
“Dad & The Deer”

“Dad & The Deer”

A story about Joey’s dad, a sacred deer, and the unexplained mysteries that bring us our peace.
Aug 10, 202218:06
“Around the Well”

“Around the Well”

Joey Bear retells the story of “The Woman at the Well” and invites us to reflect on who it is in our lives who sees, hears, acknowledges, understands, knows, accepts, and approves of us.
Aug 01, 202213:22
“Leaving”

“Leaving”

Joey Bear explores the profound experience of leaving and the perilous journey home.
Jul 25, 202213:22
“The Princess & The Dragon”

“The Princess & The Dragon”

A Swedish folk tale about the layers we must remove, sometimes in pain and fear, to connect with our true inner being.
Jul 17, 202218:21
“Driving Lessons”

“Driving Lessons”

A story about Joey’s first driving experience, the familiarity of failure, and the invitation to do less harm.
Jul 11, 202219:55
“Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup”

“Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup”

Joey Bear tells a story about her Grandma, comfort foods, and the spiritual power of hÿgge.
Jul 04, 202219:16
Stories without Judgment: Mary Sue & Amie

Stories without Judgment: Mary Sue & Amie

Joey Bear tells the story of her queer mamas and the difference between gates and gatekeepers.
Jun 22, 202220:05
“Bee and the Paraclete”

“Bee and the Paraclete”

A story about Joey Bear’s friend, Bee, a Paraclete on the road of life.
Jun 09, 202220:54
“Dakota”

“Dakota”

A story about sanctuaries, sacred spaces, the JS Bean Factory in St. Paul, MN and a spirit guide named Dakota.
May 23, 202218:57
“Stutters, and Relapse, and Grace (Oh My!)”
May 18, 202219:39
“Micah”

“Micah”

A story about Joey Bear’s brother, a fierce ally and compassionate vessel of love.
May 01, 202216:38
“Camilla”

“Camilla”

A story about ICU patients, smiles, coloring books, and destitute widows.
Apr 24, 202213:59
“Easter”

“Easter”

A story about New Life as revealed in addiction recovery, transition, unicorns, and chocolate chip cookies with rainbow sprinkles.
Apr 17, 202211:51
Casey

Casey

Aunt Joey Bear tells a story about her niece, Casey, coming out to her and the healing power of trust.
Mar 27, 202211:56
“Charles”

“Charles”

The new podcast format takes off with a story about Ents, love without conditions, and hard break ups.
Sep 24, 202112:49
Update: Your Story Matters

Update: Your Story Matters

Joey Bear is back with some changes…
Aug 29, 202111:23
The YES of the Cosmos: A Letter to the LGBTQ2+ Community

The YES of the Cosmos: A Letter to the LGBTQ2+ Community

This is for you. Listen with care.
Jul 13, 202139:18
Queer Stories: Turning Toward the Light of the Moon

Queer Stories: Turning Toward the Light of the Moon

Joey shares a personal story about childhood, astronauts, moths, and the Moon. It gets pretty queer! 

Jun 27, 202129:24
"Guard Your Heart"

"Guard Your Heart"

Joey helps us unpack "guard your heart" language found in the Christian scriptures. What does it mean? Is it helpful? Should we use it at all?

Please consider donating to Joy Dertinger, host of the 99 Lead Balloons podcast, at https://gofund.me/f469197c


Jun 19, 202133:52
Pride 2021: Speak From The Fire 🔥
Jun 04, 202143:28
Memorial Day 2021: So That Hearts May Be Changed

Memorial Day 2021: So That Hearts May Be Changed

Joey memorializes a true story of compassion and empathy from a queer perspective
May 31, 202127:08
We the Freaks

We the Freaks

CW: suicide, terrorism, transphobia. Joey is back and she is filled with passion and ire today! You are not mistaken and you are not a mistake. Don’t forget that. Check out QuakerSpeak on YouTube and the story of the Ethiopian Eunuch in Acts ch. 8 in the Christian Bible.
May 29, 202135:33
New Update: You Don’t Have to Rush to Do Anything

New Update: You Don’t Have to Rush to Do Anything

Joey gives us a brief update about the future of the podcast and a nugget of wisdom from her teacher. More episodes are coming!
May 10, 202105:51
Brief Update: Loss and Grief

Brief Update: Loss and Grief

Joey is taking a break.
Apr 12, 202105:33
Ask a Trans Person About Resurrection!

Ask a Trans Person About Resurrection!

Joey invites us to wrestle with the spiritual concept of Resurrection as we approach the pagan and Christian holy feast day of Easter Sunday 2021. What is the difference between resuscitation and resurrection? What has been dead and lost to you that needs to be made new? What do transgender folx know about Resurrection, anyways??

Follow the Joey and the podcast on Twitter @earthmakerspod or email Joey at earthmakerspod@gmail.com! 

Apr 03, 202132:14
What's the Deal with "Sin"?

What's the Deal with "Sin"?

Joey invites us to wrestle with the word "sin" and the teachings, philosophies, and theologies behind it and why it seems to have "staying power" in the culture. Do you actually believe sin is a real thing? If so, is this belief helping or harming you and others?

Mar 27, 202132:03
Don't Consume Toxins (The Fifth Precept of Buddhism)

Don't Consume Toxins (The Fifth Precept of Buddhism)

CW: Mass shootings, white supremacy, toxic masculinity. Joey finishes the series on the Five Precepts of Buddhism by reflecting on where we find toxins in the culture, including in the recent shooting in Atlanta, GA. 


Follow Earth Makers on Twitter at @earthmakerspod and please review the podcast on Apple Podcasts! Follow the Bread. Wine. Movies. podcast at @breadwinemovies 

Mar 19, 202133:24