Martial arts instructor, breathwork practitioner, and death doula Ritu Nanos joins Pause Play for a conversation on spiritual autobiography, midlife transformation, and finding restoration through play!

*Note: there were some technical issues with Ritu's mic quality during recording, so parts of the interview are tougher to hear than normal.

Ritu on Instagram

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United Methodist elder Sarah Heath joins Pause Play to talk ministry burnout, creativity, and play — drawing from her former podcast REVcovery podcast and her own experience stepping back from pastoral exhaustion. Plus: a preview of Theology Beer Camp 2026 (Oct 8–10, Kansas City).

Learn more about Sarah | Revsarahheath.com

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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lillyendowment.org/compelling-preaching/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Saint Paul School of Theology:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.spst.edu/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 



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Dr. Chelsea Brooke Yarborough Rejoins us as we prepare for our Annual Gathering! (registration deadline June 1). We explore “micro rituals” of pause, attunement to the body as a loving signal rather than a problem, and the costs of living on adrenaline, perfectionism, and “macro” rest that arrives too late.

Chelsea's Book: ⁠Proclamation Beyond the Pulpit: The Expansive Homiletical Practice of Black Women⁠

Chelsea's Website: ⁠Iamchelseabrooke.com⁠

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Saint Paul School of Theology:

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**Get your Early-Bird tickets for our Annual Gathering!**

~Order by the end of April for $100 off!~

In this episode of the Pause/Play Podcast, Soyinka Rahim, explores the transformative power of play, collective spiritual practices, and love as a unifying force. We delve into improvisational movement, racial justice, and the importance of authentic self-expression in community.

Soyinka's Website | Bibolove.us

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Compelling Preaching Initiative:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lillyendowment.org/compelling-preaching/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Saint Paul School of Theology:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.spst.edu/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 



Produced by Josh Gilbert

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In this episode of the Pause/Play Podcast, KJ Song, founder of Sing Praise and a passionate voice facilitator, reveals how embracing playfulness and releasing perfectionism can transform not only how you sing, but how you serve.

KJ's Website | Kjsong.com

KJ on Instagram | @Kjpraisesong

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Compelling Preaching Initiative:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lillyendowment.org/compelling-preaching/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Saint Paul School of Theology:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.spst.edu/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 



Produced by Josh Gilbert

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In this episode of the Pause/Play Podcast, Molly Brummett Wudel shares her insights on the importance of dialogical preaching, emphasizing the role of play in fostering meaningful discussions within the church. This ~dialogue~ encourages a deeper understanding of the church's role in contemporary society and the necessity of embracing playfulness in spiritual discussions.

Molly's Church Website | Emmausway.net

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Compelling Preaching Initiative:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lillyendowment.org/compelling-preaching/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Saint Paul School of Theology:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.spst.edu/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 



Produced by Josh Gilbert

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In this episode of the Pause/Play Podcast, we sit down with Tripp Fuller, and explore the transformative power of play in preaching and ministry. From medieval battles to the theology of play, this conversation delves into the joy and vulnerability that play brings to our lives and faith.

Find all things Tripp is doing @ Homebrewedchristianty.com

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Compelling Preaching Initiative:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lillyendowment.org/compelling-preaching/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Saint Paul School of Theology:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.spst.edu/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 



Produced by Josh Gilbert

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In this episode of the Pause/Play Podcast, we sit down with Ayrika Watson and Colleen Runty to delve into the profound importance of healing through play and grounding practices. They also explore the necessity of slowing down, befriending our nervous systems, and overcoming the discomfort associated with healing.

Colleen's Website | Colleenrunty.com

Ayrika's Simple Practive Page

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Compelling Preaching Initiative:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lillyendowment.org/compelling-preaching/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Saint Paul School of Theology:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.spst.edu/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 



Produced by Josh Gilbert

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Welcome to the Pause/Play Podcast!! Today we talk with I’m Rev. James Admans (they/them), also known as Rev. Marge (she/her) about their winding journey through spiritual leadership, entrepreneurship, writing, and the creative arts as a preacher and drag artist! Join us for this amazing discussion!

Marge's Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/cw/theologyqueen

Theologyqueen.com/about

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Compelling Preaching Initiative:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lillyendowment.org/compelling-preaching/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Saint Paul School of Theology:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.spst.edu/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 



Produced by Josh Gilbert

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Welcome to the Pause/Play Podcast!! Today we talk with DeAnna Skedel, exploring how to create playful and inviting spaces for creativity, the role of community in artistic expression, and the significance of environment in fostering creativity.

DeAnna on Instagram | ⁠@Deannaskedel⁠

DeAnna's Artist Page | ⁠Artskcgo.com/artist/deanna-skedel⁠

Chapters

05:28 Exploring the Process Over Product

08:09 Creating Playful Spaces for Creativity

14:13 Teaching Methods and Student Engagement

20:19 Bridging Art and Preaching

26:06 Reflection and Interaction with the Audience

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Compelling Preaching Initiative:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lillyendowment.org/compelling-preaching/⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Saint Paul School of Theology:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.spst.edu/⁠⁠⁠⁠ 



Produced by Josh Gilbert

joshgilbertmedia.com

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