The Models We Live By

I’m pretty excited about this episode. My friend Kori, and former kickball team mate, also happens to have a PhD in Educational Psychology and every time I talk to her I am amazed by her wisdom.

In this episode, we delve into research on belonging in STEM through a critical lens. The discussion reveals that the view of STEM as inherently objective, rational, and logical is a cultural assumption rooted in whiteness, which can exclude people of color and other ways of knowing, such as indigenous perspectives. By examining how systems of power impact context and belonging, particularly for Black and Latina students, we aim to challenge and deconstruct these prevailing perceptions in STEM.

Find out more about Dr. Kori: https://education.indiana.edu/about/directory/profiles/nicolai-korinthia.html

Wow, we're back, everyone! I may have convinced my wife, Kim, to join me as a permanent co-host! For those who don't know her, Kim is a brilliant scholar and human being. She's got a background as a creative director for our UX design studio back in the day and in non-profit management. She received an MA in Education from VCU in Culturally Responsive Leadership.

Today, we're surveying the upcoming season and briefly touching on the concept of the perception gap. First, from a theological perspective, and later we apply it to a modern concept.

I'm so happy to be back with y'all!

Follow Kim on IG @kim_van_essen

In this episode, Tamice and Miche discuss their weekends spent with family, games, and kickball, reflecting on the importance of restful family time. They also dive deep into the complexities of physical fitness and overcoming personal health challenges with the help of personal trainers and inspirational fitness figures.

The conversation shifts to more profound discussions about technocratic nihilism, technologic advancement, and black transhuman liberation theology. They explore how technology and spirituality can intersect to create liberation, and ponder on the nature of sin and oppression. Towards the end, they highlight practical steps individuals can take to reduce their carbon footprint and reconcile with the earth, emphasizing the importance of small actions for large-scale environmental change.

Deep Resonance Season 6 Kickoff: Embracing Truth, Growth, and Cultural Conversations

In the first episode of Season 6 of the Deep Resonance podcast, Tamice and Miche reflect on their personal and professional journeys, including leadership retreats, spiritual growth, and the importance of authenticity. They discuss significant milestones, such as a successful leadership retreat in Serenbe, upcoming speaking engagements, and personal gender transition anniversaries. The conversation delves into the impact of music genres on spirituality, the evolving dynamics of hip-hop culture, and the importance of truth-telling in personal and spiritual development. The episode highlights themes of abundance, self-awareness, and taking up space unapologetically.

In this episode of the Deep Resonance podcast, hosts Miche and Tamice start an impromptu recording to discuss a variety of topics including the multifaceted meanings of grace, the importance of overcoming mental models, and the heavy weight of words and their multiple interpretations.

They explore how conservative and progressive viewpoints on social justice can differ yet both desire the same end goals of love and justice. Miche also shares personal experiences with trauma and dissociation, and the two delve into how personal and societal trauma shape our approaches to activism.

They critically analyze the current state of progressivism and its colonial undertones, emphasizing how true social justice should resonate with deeper human values rather than simply opposing the 'other side.' The episode stresses the importance of resonance, empathy, and curiosity in driving meaningful change, while also touching on the need for new economic and social justice models beyond traditional binaries.

The discussion concludes with reflections on personal growth, the power of love, and future plans for upcoming podcast episodes.

Hey ya'll

Soooooo, last week we forgot to upload our episode haha. So this week it's a double episode and we hope you enjoy both.

The first one is from this week where we talk about the state of our mind and conservative hermeneutics applied in progressive spaces.

The second one talks about homonyms and the effects in the church.

In this episode of Deep Resonance, we (Mish and Tamice) dive into a candid conversation about our experiences as people from marginalized backgrounds navigating the complexities of social justice, allyship, and personal transformation.

We discuss the importance of centering voices from the margins and share some of the cringeworthy ways well-meaning folks sometimes miss the mark - from comparing transgender identities to drag performances to equating Asian representation with buying from a Chinese restaurant.

We also wrestle with the tensions that arise when privileged people speak out about oppression in ways that feel performative or self-serving, and explore how we can move towards true solidarity and collective liberation.

A major theme of our conversation is the need to go beyond pursuing "justice" within oppressive systems, and instead work towards deep, holistic transformation on both an individual and societal level. We reflect on how our own journeys have led us to embrace non-alienation, recognizing our shared humanity even as we challenge dehumanizing beliefs and actions.

We also talk about the importance of grounding our activism in lived experience and relationships of accountability, rather than settling for shallow "wokeness." And we share some exciting news about an upcoming course we're offering for those who want to dive deeper into these topics in community!

Hey ya'll, we're back again with a new episode.

We're trying out some new gear so forgive the sound quality difference.

We've been out for a while so this was a well needed catch up of us not being able to see each other for a while. Can you believe that some hotels still greet us with racism in 2024? And can you believe that there are people deciding for you what your ethnicity is?

This, and much more on today's episode!

Hey ya'll

Today Tamice and Miche are recapping their weeks as they both went on the road to present some of the things they are most passionate about.

Hey ya'll, we're back and there are quite some changes to our podcasts.

First of all, the name has changed to Deep Resonance and we have a new permanent host: Tamice Spencer Helms

The podcast will remain the same but the style will be a little different. Every week Tamice and I will bring in a topic and just run our thoughts over it live. Which means that whatever we say today, may change in the future because some of you dear listeners educate us, but it also means a more dynamic podcast coming to your inbox every week.

Today's episode is about the exhausted majority, Christian Nationalism, and white male progressives.

Hidden Tribes report: https://hiddentribes.us/media/qfpekz4g/hidden_tribes_report.pdf

Pew Research: https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2024/03/15/8-in-10-americans-say-religion-is-losing-influence-in-public-life/