Upside Down People

In this episode Caleb is joined with Dr Jennifer Thomas, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, leadership consultant, and psychologist who is considered to be the leading apology expert of this generation. OneRepublic & Timbaland once said "It's too late to apologize", however Dr. Jen thinks otherwise, revealing to us there is a powerful and proper way to in fact apologise.

We talk about forgiveness, reconciliation, flourishing relationships and the art of a good apology. Dr Jen helps us understand the importance of trading in excuses for honesty, trust, and joy in our relationships.

Jennifer is the co-author of The 5 Apology Languages™ (previously published as When Sorry Isn’t Enough™) with Dr. Gary Chapman). She has a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology & Community Psychology from the University of Maryland. She earned a BA in Psychology from the University of Virginia

To find out more about Dr Jennifer Thomas or her work head to - https://www.drjenniferthomas.com/https://www.drjenniferthomas.com/

In this episode Caleb has a conversation with the one and only Jase Robertson, of Duck Dynasty and The Unashamed Podcast. Jase shares personally, unpacking some hilarious duck stories, beard antics and the many challenges he and his family have faced as they've walked into fame. We talk about all the good things in life, ducks, beards (which I have yet to experience) family and the beauty of knowing & following Jesus in his Way.

Jase is is no stranger to the public eye, controversy & persecution, yet this hasn't changed his authenticity and love for Jesus. The conversation is encouraging for Christians to be authentically unashamed in their faith and active in sharing the love of Jesus.

To listen & find out more about The Unashamed Podcast with the Robertson Family - https://www.unashamedtruth.com/

To find out more about Jase head to https://duckcommander.com/pages/jase-robertson

To find out more about Jase's daughter, Mia's, foundation head to - https://miamoo.org/

In this EP I have a conversation with Faith Chang around what human flourishing looks like. We talk about perfectionism, anxiety, the discontentment of the critical inner voice, discovering your ‘calling’ and how we can find peace amidst it all. 

Faith is an author, an editorial board member of the SOLA Network and co-hosts the Westminster Kids Digest Podcast at WTS Books.  Her recent book “Peace over Perfectionism: Enjoying a Good God When You Feel You're Never Good Enough”, Chang sympathetically unpacks this contention many followers of Jesus experience and help us find hope and peace in God as we walk with him.

To find out more about Faith Chang head to her website: https://keepingheart.com/

To grab a copy of her recent book head to The Good Book Company -  https://www.thegoodbook.com.au/peace-over-perfection 

Bonus conversation for our 35TH EPISODE! In this Ep I sit down with my friend Jeremy. In this conversation we talk friendship, fathering philosophies and the challenges and perceptions around stay at home parenting, amongst many other things.

Jeremy Bourdon is a husband, friend, brother, pastor and entrepreneur, who's intentional about loving others and seeing people flourish in the space God's called them to. He holds a BSc in Global Studies (Missions) and a Graduate Certificate in Professional Supervision, serves as the Student Engagement Manager for WA, alongside his wife Brooke. Jeremy has been in ministry in WA for the last 13 years after relocating from the USA. He also serves as the Next Gen Leadership Development and Church Support Minister for Churches of Christ WA and the Executive Pastor for Fremantle Church.

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In this episode I have a conversation with Doug Smith around how technology has the power to shape, form and manipulate our human desires.

Doug offers an insider’s perspective on the power of technology, informed by over three decades of software development experience and a lifetime of Bible study.

As a software developer, Doug has served Fortune 500 companies, startups, universities, government agencies, and media personalities. He’s currently an Android-focused engineer with Covenant Eyes, a leading company in the fight against pornography.

If you want to find out more about Doug Smith or his work head to ThatDougSmith - https://thatdougsmith.com

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In this episode Caleb has a conversation with Wayne Alcorn, National President of the Australian Christian Churches and Senior Pastor of Hope Centre, around the the challenges facing emerging generations of fathers and sons. Wayne Alcorn is the author of "My Father's Son: A Generational Journey", in which he shares the personal story of how God’s love transforms generations.

Wayne has seen and experienced the radical life-change that happens in people as they embrace the love of God the Father. He talks poignantly about finding identity in relationship with God, the power of forgiveness and the importance of creating safe spaces for men to share and engage in these conversations.

To find out more about Wayne Alcorn head to https://www.waynealcorn.com/

In this episode I chat with Craig Petty, Compassion's National Church Lead, around the work of Compassion Australia.

We cover a variety of topics including navigating the saviour complex, effective tools and methods used to tackle & release individuals from the poverty cycle, and the success and progression of Compassion's work. We also take a look into Compassion's exciting goal of empowering the Phillipines in becoming a self funded country and what that means for global sponsorship.

Compassion is a Christian international holistic child development organisation. Through their Child Sponsorship Program, more than 2 million children are currently being released from poverty in Jesus’ name. Their focus is one child at a time as they build long-term relationships between children and their local church family.

To discover more about Compassion's work, sponsor a child or ways you can get involved follow this link - https://www.compassion.com.au/

In this episode of the Upside Down People, Caleb has a conversation with the frontman of Kings Kaleidoscope, Chadwick Gardner. Kings K is an American band that you would find hard to pigeonhole, as they have musically layered ear candy that ranges from hip-hop to praise, hymns to rap, rock to alternative indy. There's no denying that Jesus captures the heart of Kings K who's songs offer hope and truth to anyone who listens.

We talk about all the emotions experienced by humanity and the bands creative process. From joy to struggle. Chad speaks candidly and openly about struggles with anxiety and the on going spiritual battle that’s challenges our mental health. Through it we find hope in guarding our minds with truth and knowing that the Spirit of God is even with us in the valley of the shadow of death.

To find out more about Kings Kaleidoscope head over to https://kingskaleidoscope.com/ or Instagram

Otherwise have a listen to their songs on Spotify/ Apple

In this week's episode of The Upside Down People Podcast we have a conversation with Harrison Scott Key, the acclaimed author of "How to Stay Married: The Most Insane Love Story Ever Told" and explore his hilarious, shocking and spiritually profound story of how his marriage was redeemed against all odds.

Harrison Scott Key holds an M.F.A. in creative nonfiction and a Ph.D. in playwriting. His most recent work uncovers his vulnerability and emotions experienced when infidelity was uncovered in the relationship. We talk about the importance of surrounding yourself with a gospel centred community and what that looks like, as well as the reality of suffering and pain.

To find out more about Harrison Scott Key and his books click here: http://www.harrisonscottkey.com/

In this EP, Caleb Gray chats with Howard Fyvie, a filmmaker, musician and social media influencer, about his creative pursuits, parenting philosophies, and the intersection of faith and career.

Howard's creative content has been viewed & played millions of times across the globe, but this hasn't averted his desire to stay humble and walk near to God. He reflects on his faith and how it influences his work in the film industry, highlighting the need for love and honesty in sharing the kindness and love Jesus has for those around him.

You can find out more about Howie by heading to his Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/fivesalive/

He's also on Youtube/FB/TikTok or just search "Howard James Fyvie"