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Lived Experiences: Shared Existence

Lived Experiences: Shared Existence

By Shared Existence LLC

Join us each week to hear stories that will touch your heart and inspire you as we explore lived experiences that compliment our shared existence. Current issues will be intertwined in this series, as our guests share their unique perspectives, wisdom, and insight.
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Shared Existence: Serendipitous Conversation with Tom Sears

Lived Experiences: Shared Existence May 06, 2024

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Shared Existence: Serendipitous Conversation with Tom Sears

Shared Existence: Serendipitous Conversation with Tom Sears

May 06, 202422:11
Shared Existence: Serendipitous Conversations with Jerry Oakland

Shared Existence: Serendipitous Conversations with Jerry Oakland

Tune in to hear retired pastor Jerry Oakland share his experiences throughout his work in the church and his personal life. When you listen to his story, you begin to see how his life shaped him to be the compassionate and welcoming person we know him to be today.

Fun fact: Jerry is also the current leader of the Sunday School class Serendipity, which this special series is named after.

Apr 29, 202419:38
Shared Existence Season 2: "Serendipitous Conversations with Ute Adams"

Shared Existence Season 2: "Serendipitous Conversations with Ute Adams"

Join us for this special series, where we interview the Serendipitous Sunday School Class members live with an audience at St. Paul's United Methodist Church.

In this episode, Ute shares her experience immigrating to the US from Germany when she was five and how her journey through adulthood has led her to be authentically herself.

Episode: 14 minutes

Apr 18, 202414:07
Shared Existence Season 2 : Serendipitous Conversations with Marie Peeters

Shared Existence Season 2 : Serendipitous Conversations with Marie Peeters

Tune into this session to hear from Marie Peeters, an advocate and leader with over seven decades of lived expertise.


This episode was recorded live at St. Paul's United Methodist Church as part of a series titled "Serendipitous Conversations" in memory of the beloved Dr. Ann Struthers.

Apr 15, 202419:54
Shared Existence: Special Guest Ashley Coleman

Shared Existence: Special Guest Ashley Coleman

Join us as we talk about therapy with Ashley Coleman a licensed therapist as we discussed how art therapy is used to improve self-esteem and build emotional resilience that engages the mind, body, and spirit in ways that is distinct from verbal communication.
Jul 02, 202334:40
Masculinity with Special Guest Dr.Wenig

Masculinity with Special Guest Dr.Wenig

Tune in as we discuss the social construct of Masculinity with Dr. Kelly Wenig, Ph.D.
May 04, 202336:56
Special Guest Joshua V. Barr

Special Guest Joshua V. Barr

It was a tremendous honor to host Civil Rights Attorney Joshua Barr, Emmy Award-Winning Disruptor of the Status Quo, on this episode.
Tune in as he shares about his work addressing civil right and systemic issues. Mr.Barr also touches on his time in Columbia and how that impacted his perspective - so much so, he had cultural shock upon return to the states. Listen to him share about that experience and how we can collectively create the world we so desire. Check out his work and consider contracting him for speaking engagements and more : www.raisingthebarrllc.com/about-2 Link Article mentioned that he wrote with actionable steps to address racism: medium.com/equality-includes-you/a-better-way-50-plus-action-items-to-fight-against-racism-white-supremacy-in-your-community-edc5a8b63b13
Apr 17, 202342:42
Special Guest Rodrigo Guerrero Diaz. “ I’m here to change the world.”

Special Guest Rodrigo Guerrero Diaz. “ I’m here to change the world.”

Listen to the story of Rodrigo ( Rodi) Guerrero Diaz, tells about how he navigated his nomadic childhood and the challenges he faced as an adolescent that had ripple effects on his adulthood. Rodrigo shares how he changed his trajectory and now wants to help others do the same. He is determined to change the world. Follow Rodi on his pages : youtube.com/@rodiguerrero7323 www.facebook.com/rodrigo.guerrero.92?mibextid=LQQJ4d instagram.com/rodi.guerrero?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Apr 06, 202335:28
Shared Existence Special Guest Candace Terrell

Shared Existence Special Guest Candace Terrell

Join us as we have a conversation with special guest Candace Terrell aka “Ms. T talks”, as we discuss the trauma the school system can cause and the importance of healing from the experience.
Mar 17, 202301:00:16
Shared Existence: Special Guest Darsherall Jones "The Injustice System"

Shared Existence: Special Guest Darsherall Jones "The Injustice System"

This raw, authentic, and transparent episode sheds light on the reality that exists yet is invisible to so many. Join us, as a young leader, Darsherall Jones, shares about an encounter she had with the police. Come with an open mind and an open heart, to hear her lived experience and consider what you can do to better understand and thus actively address systemic issues to enhance our Shared Existence.
Feb 23, 202346:33
Shared Existence: Special Guest Randy Diamond

Shared Existence: Special Guest Randy Diamond

Randy Diamond shares her very personal journey with addiction; from the day she walked from the drug house to the hospital emergency room asking for help and how she has remained clean for 25 years since. Join us as she shares about her experience with grief, living in a transition house, mental health, and so much more.

Resources
Narcotics Anonymous : About Us (na.org)
Alcoholics Anonymous : Online Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous | Building an AA fellowship anytime, from anywhere, for everyone (aa-intergroup.org)
Jan 30, 202336:22
Shared Existence: Special Guest Faith Robinson

Shared Existence: Special Guest Faith Robinson

TRIGGER WARNING - This podcast includes conversation about sexual abuse, sexual assault, and rape.
Faith Robinson joins us in this candid and raw conversation about how sexual assault impacted her life. She shares with us her very personal story, from surviving abuse to transitioning to a journey of healing and a new season of thriving!
Resources for survivors of sexual assault: National Resources for Sexual Assault Survivors and their Loved Ones | RAINN
Jan 24, 202327:33
Shared Existence: Special Guest Ethel Akongnui

Shared Existence: Special Guest Ethel Akongnui

At the age of 18, Ethel won the lottery - allowing her to come from Cameroon, Africa to the United States. She shares about that experience and how she's balanced her culture with making the USA home. You don't want to miss this episode with a trail-blazing mama and soon to be mental health practitioner.
Jan 05, 202329:32
Shared Existence: Special Guest Pastor Jess Horsley

Shared Existence: Special Guest Pastor Jess Horsley

Pastor Jess Horsley joins us to share his lived experience, from serving in the Marines to serving in the United Methodist Church as a Reverend. Learn how he took the "radical hospitality" shown to him at War and incorporated it into his work and the church; while relentlessly advocating for social justice and inclusive excellence.
Dec 27, 202243:10
Shared Existence: Special Guest Pastor Donald Bailey

Shared Existence: Special Guest Pastor Donald Bailey

Pastor Bailey - "Called to Serve"
Dec 23, 202226:53
Shared Existence: Special Guest Ava Hanson “Being You!”

Shared Existence: Special Guest Ava Hanson “Being You!”

Join us as we hear from High School senior, Ava Hanson. Ava talks about balancing the impact of societal expectations with living authentically! Wise beyond her years, listen as Ava shares about the importance of “being you!”
Dec 18, 202216:46
Shared Existence: The cycle

Shared Existence: The cycle

Do you struggle with toxic relationships? At work? With your partner? With family members? Tune in as Barb and Selenthia share with transparency and vulnerability their experience of having an unhealthy cycle and what they did to change that. This may inspire others who struggle similarly or give some understanding to those who don't relate. Tune in for this episode! 

Dec 11, 202226:26
Shared Existence: Restorative > Punitive

Shared Existence: Restorative > Punitive

In general, most of us are quick to react - personally and professionally. However, is it the most healthy (or the most effective) way? Join us as we discuss our lived experiences regarding punitive versus restorative approaches.

Nov 21, 202229:17
Shared Existence: It's Black and White

Shared Existence: It's Black and White

Join Barb and Selenthia as they discuss some differences in the Black and white experiences, with an emphasis on parenting in this episode. We invite you to join us on this journey.

Nov 14, 202225:40
Shared Existence: You are not alone.

Shared Existence: You are not alone.

Join Shared Existence as we share our experiences of what it's like to be " The One" in a space.

Nov 07, 202223:02
Shared Existence: The Value in Relationships

Shared Existence: The Value in Relationships

Join us for this episode as we discuss the importance and impact of fostering authentic relationships.

Oct 28, 202215:03
Shared Existence: Services

Shared Existence: Services

Here are the services Shared Existence LLC provides 

Oct 26, 202225:54
Intro

Intro

Who are we and why we do this? Join us to learn how to become more inclusive

Oct 19, 202213:08