Jer kicks off the episode with a story about a recent encounter with his own stereotypes at a Guns to Gardens event in Bend, Oregon. This experience led him to question the fables he’s fabricated about “those people.” They wrestle with stereotypes as organized lies that shape the way we see others, and explore how to balance this awareness with genuine caution or wisdom in potentially unsafe situations. The conversation delves into broader themes of confronting stereotypes, the importance of proximity, and the interior transformation needed to see others as beloved. Listen for insights on disarming both physical weapons and the stereotypes that arm our imaginations.

02:38 Guns to Garden event context

05:15 Becoming a gun decommissioning site

10:07 The chopped up SUV

16:15 The interior work

17:33 How do we discern?

21:31 The Man or the Bear

24:31 Stereotypes

28:53 Practical ideas to get into proximity

34:30 announcements and credits

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