'Splain Yourself

In this episode, Michael and returning guest Ben Porch chat with Sarah about fatherhood - what they learned from their own dads, the chaos of being a new parent, and the principles that guide them as they raise their daughters. 

We recorded this episode last summer, when everyone was still getting used to pandemic life. The advice still applies, considering we're not out of the woods yet. 

Stay safe out there, and always be ready to 'Splain Yourself! 

Daniel Thompson (AKA "Grumpy Dan"), one of the hosts of the Deck the Hallmark podcast, joined us to talk about going viral in 2018 and what life has been like since then. 

Find Deck the Hallmark wherever you get podcasts, and on Instagram & Twitter.

One of the few silver linings of COVID is that a lot of folks now have a renewed appreciation of the outdoors. In this episode, we talk to Jeremy Franz - a geologist, mountain biker, rock climber, and general outdoor enthusiast. Whether you're like Jeremy, or like Michael (who has yet to learn to ride a bike), we think you'll enjoy this interview!

In this episode, we talk to Benjamin Porch about his nine concussions, traumatic brain injury (TBI), relationships, mental health, and mixed martial arts. 

While Christian Nationalism spurs controversy across denominations and in the political realm, we're hitting the pause button and taking a closer look at Sarah's personal struggle with the phenomenon.

Check out these resources for further exploration: 

Beth Allison Barr - The Making of Biblical Womanhood

Kristin DuMez - Jesus & John Wayne

NYT - “A Quiet Exodus”

Jemar Tisby - The Color of Compromise

Friend of the pod Candace Morris joins Michael & Sarah to break down the concept of Ego - what it is, and how it shapes our interactions, particularly in the workplace. 

Jonathan Cuenca talks with us about empathy and how it has shaped major milestones in his life. 

Find us on Twitter to let us know what you think of this episode & others! 

Join Michael, Sarah, and the always-sagacious John Cochran as they literally pull topics out of a bowl and throw in their two cents apiece. 

Get to know the hosts of 'Splain Yourself with this two-part series in which we interview each other! This episode is a journey through the life and mind of Michael; our beloved co-host, talent-booker, and hamster of muscles.