Richard Davis died this week and a piece of my heart went with him. I feel such sadness for everyone who knew Richard.. I'm sadder still for those who didn't know him.

This is an interview that Richard Davis did for the UUSM Connections Podcast back in early 2023. Richard wrote a long lovely bio that he asked me to read as his introduction. Here are some of Richard's memories and stories that we discussed in 2023.

Jac’s guest today is Joni Reid, who is both a new member and a long-ago member of UUSM. In this episode, Joni shares some great stories about her childhood in New York, where she became a UU, her twin sister, her nursing career, and how she came to live in the Bay Area.

Jac’s guest is Kevin Cornelius, one of the newest members of UUSM. Kevin discusses the role that religion has played in different times in his life, how he went from teaching in a children’s theater to becoming a licensed marriage and family therapist, and why he ended up at UUSM. Listeners will also hear about the first concert he attended and how he got there, what he wishes he could learn, and what sound instantly stresses him out.

Jac’s guest is Lori Fox, UUSM’s new AED Coordinator. Lori talks about the AED, as well as the upcoming training at UUSM where you can get certified by the American Red Cross in First Aid, CPR, and AED use.

Liz Vasquez is UUSM's new congregational administrator. Meet her in this quick UUSM Connections Podcast episode. Find out what college class has been her favorite so far, what noise stresses her out, and what ingredients ruin a dish for her.

Our guest is Pia Walawalkar, a new UUSM member. Pia shares stories from her childhood in India, how her year in Germany changed her life, and how she ended up in the Bay Area. She also talks about what UUSM means to her and the worst advice she ever got.

It's our 100th podcast episode! Jac's guest is Rev. Laura Thompson, UUSM's new minister. Hear about her childhood, her ties to the Bay Area, her family, how she became a UU and a UU Minister, and how she ended up at UUSM. She'll take the Quick Hitter challenge so you'll know her position on the question of whether a hot dog is a sandwich, the worst movie she ever saw, and her first concert. She also "builds" her dream chain store strip mall. This is your chance to get to know Rev. Laura better.

 Jac's guest is David Kramer, our President of the Board of Trustees. He talks about "The 314 Process," which is the democratic process UUSM engaged in as the congregation made a big decision about the property we own at 314 E. Santa Inez -- and what happens next. 

My guest is Mareva Godfrey. In this episode, she talks about a dire need in Cuba and how UUSM congregants can help by opening their hearts and their medicine cabinets.

Jac Brennan talks with Rev. Terri and Rev. Tovis about their two years as co-ministers at UUSM.