The Pour Over Podcast

In this episode me and Kyle reflect on 2020 and season 1 of the podcast. We talk about our favorite episode and why, and offer some encouragements despite the hard year and looking forward to a new year with hope carrying us! If you haven't yet find us on instagram and Facebook! Catch you all in the new year and looking forward to bringing you guys season 2 of this podcast.

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In this episode me and Kyle dive into faith and politics, how the church can engage civic discussion, and how to have compassion & conviction while being critical of both parties. We also talk about some ways that tying Christianity to a political party is damaging and can blind us to some things. We also encourage remembrance of what al 2020 has brought for a lot of people including job loss, mental stress, the mental health crisis increased because of this year and having grace as we engage people.

AND Campaign for Christian civic and cultural engagement: https://www.andcampaign.org

Ruslans YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/user/remixWEDNESDAYS

In this episode me and Kyle have a conversation with a dear friend from college Jessica Harris. Jessica has her Masters in Social Work and working towards her licensure. She currently works with at risk youth and a non-profit for veterans who experience PTSD and have experienced trauma. In this episode we dive into what trauma is, how it affects people, and practical ways to walk with somebody that has dealt with trauma and how to deal with trauma in our own lives.

Mental Health First Aid: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/?fbclid=IwAR399J6xfkg9HV1kKT-RA61oF7n1CE-L--TpKudnaudTaHeAHAem6Y8ILfg

In this episode me and Kyle dive into something that is always needed and especially in this season and year, self-care. We talk about cultural ideas of self-care and how it is tied to consumerism and hustle culture. We reframe what self-care actually is, what it is meant for and some practical steps to move towards healthy self-care and how to actually care for your soul.

In this episode we have a conversation with co-owner of Cup & Saucer Elisabeth Bowling. She runs this shop locally in Brevard, NC with Molly Wilcox and these two ladies brought something beautiful to this little mountain town. We dive into Elisabeths journey to falling in love with the specialty coffee industry and what running a coffee shop during a pandemic has looked like. We also talk about some things she has learned as an entrepreneur through it, and some encouragements to anybody that is a creative, an entrepreneur, or even dreams of being an entrepreneur.

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In this episode we have a conversation with activist and trafficking abolitionist Abigail Eernisse. Me and Abigail met through an online and in person protest against Mind Geek ,which is the parent company of PornHub, to shut PornHub down. In this episode we have an in depth look and conversation about a lot of myths, facts, and tools to help us move from trendy activism to actually be in the fight against human trafficking. We also talk about what PornHub has to do with this and how the porn industry perpetuates human trafficking. Abigail is a coffee loving, Jesus following, human loving soul and it was a joy to have her on. We hope this conversation encourages and equips you guys!

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In this episode we dive into some of the lies culture has bought into in regards to pornography, what the facts about the effects of pornography, and encourage that there is hope, healing, and freedom from this addiction. We also dive into how pornography actually intersects with our mental health and can be damaging to it. This is a topic that many in the church will shy away from or call taboo, but we say facing it head on is the best option for venerable conversations to happen, wisdom to be gained and freedom to be had. Check out Fight The New Drug for some great information on this topic and tools for this journey.

In this episode me and Kyle have a conversation with a brother and dear friend of mine from high school who is also a creative black entrepreneur. Trey is the founder and CEO of Kolors apparel, a brand all about unity. In this episode we talk about why black ownership and entrepreneurship is important and why it is important not only for our economy, but for our culture to support them. We have more vibrant and flourishing communities when we are intentional about this. Trey also shares some of his story, his heart and the passion behind Kolors apparel and some real talk. Go follow on Instagram at kolors_apparel and shop at whatiskolors.com!

In this episode me and Kyle talk suicide prevention with knowing the statistics of suicide, knowing the signs of somebody considering suicide, how to support that person through that season and get them help, and how to give hope for a life that is worth living. Always remembering we are fearfully and wonderfully made and how that makes life always worth living for! Follow us on Instagram @peaks_valleys19 and stay up to date with all things Peaks & Valleys and look for a giveaway at the end of the month for suicide awareness and prevention month.