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S 3 E 4: Honesty In Artistry with Josh Riebock
S 3 E 4: Honesty In Artistry with Josh Riebock

Josh Riebock is the best-selling author of the memoir, Heroes and Monsters and My Generation. He is host of the popular podcast, The Marrow, and a sought-after storyteller and poet at venues around the country for his captivating artistry and honesty. 

In this episode, Stephen talks with Josh about cultivating honesty within artistry and how beauty and terror sometimes appear inextricably linked.

Tom Waits, Nirvana, Charles Bukowski, William Shakespeare, Stranger Things and the love and violence within scripture are among the topics of their discussion. 

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authors, Beauty, Philosophy, Honesty, TerrorStephen RoachJosh Riebock, Tom Waits, Charles Bukowski, Stranger Things, William Shakespeare
S3 E2: Urban Monks & Part-Time Hermits
S3 E2: Urban Monks & Part-Time Hermits

Christine Valters Paintner is a spiritual director and Benedictine Oblate living in Galway, Ireland. She authored the book, "The Artist's Rule: Nurturing Your Creative Soul with Monastic Wisdom." The book is a 12-week journey exploring the interplay between contemplation and creativity. In this episode, Stephen talks with Christine about her thoughts on humility, radical generosity and what it means to be an urban monk and a part-time hermit.

Featured Music by Latifah Alattas of Moda Spira. 

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Faith and Art, authors, contemplation, journaling, Justice, ProcessStephen RoachChristine Valters Paintner, Benedictine, monks, contemplation, creativity
Season 2 Episode 12: On Process and Productivity with Matt Tommey
Season 2 Episode 12: On Process and Productivity with Matt Tommey

Matt Tommey is a woven sculpture artist living in Asheville, North Carolina. Matt has authored several books including "Unlocking The Heart of The Artist" and "Crafting Your Brand: 
Simple Strategies for Cultivating a Successful Creative Career".  In this episode, Matt and Stephen discuss Matt's process of utilizing natural materials for his sculptural works. The two talk through differentiations between process and product and how artists can move from concepts and ideas to a lifestyle of creative expression.  *This episode features music by Zach Winters from the album "To Have You Around". 

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Faith and Art, marketing, sculpture, authors, Inspiration, ProcessStephen Roachart, sculpture, process
Season 2 E 8: The Holy Spirit & The Art Of Becoming Human
Season 2 E 8: The Holy Spirit & The Art Of Becoming Human

"Art is often viewed as being inherently spiritual. But what does it mean to describe an experience of art or beauty as "spiritual"? Is there a relationship between the spiritual experience a person has in the presence of a work of art and the Holy Spirit of Christian faith?"

In this episode, Stephen Roach explores these ideas with theologian, Dr. Steven Guthrie. Their discussion centers on elements from Dr. Guthrie's book, Creator Spirit: The Holy Spirit & The Art Of Becoming Human. In their discussion, Stephen and Dr. Guthrie reference ideas from Plato, Russian abstract artist Kandinsky and the composer, Arnold Schoenberg. Dr. Guthrie unpacks how each of these artist's and philosopher's views of spirituality compares to the bible's depiction of the Holy Spirit. 

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Faith and Art, authors, Inspiration, Philosophy, theologyStephen RoachHoly Spirit, Kandinsky, Stephen Roach, Steve Guthrie, art, spirituality, Plato, Socrates, Schoenberg
Season 2 E4: Beauty Will Save The World Part 1 - An Interview with Brian Zahnd
Season 2 E4: Beauty Will Save The World Part 1 - An Interview with Brian Zahnd

The loss of beauty as a principal value has been disastrous for Western culture and especially for the church. In this episode, author Brian Zahnd discusses the importance of returning to a Christian aesthetic and presenting the gospel as a beautiful alternative to the commercialism of society. 

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Faith and Art, Beauty, authors, contemplation, Inspiration, Philosophy, theologyStephen Roachbeauty, Brian Zahnd, creativity
S1 E12: Create vs. Copy with Ken Wytsma
S1 E12: Create vs. Copy with Ken Wytsma

This episode is a conversation with author Ken Wytsma discussing elements of his book, "Create vs. Copy: Embrace Change, Ignite Creativity, Break Through With Imagination. Host Stephen Roach talks with Ken about individualism and community, the importance of imagination and purposeful creativity within the community of faith.  You can find out more about Ken Wytsma at: www.kenwytsma.com

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authors, Justice, keynotesStephen RoachCreativity, art, Community