Best Faith Rieger Podcasts (2025)

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Convocation Stories, Part One: Walking for Peace, Listening for Song 34:34

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In this special bonus mini-series, Climate Changed returns to the 2025 BTS Center Convocation, where participants “flipped the script” and stepped forward to share climate-centered personal stories—not lectures, not data, not policy, but lived experience. Co-hosts Peterson Toscano and Ben Yosua-Davis introduce two powerful stories of walking, visio…

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Small Experiments with Radical Intent with Allen Ewing-Merrill and Rev. Nicole Diroff 27:48

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What does it mean to take faithful action in a climate-changed world—especially when the problems feel impossibly large? In this final Behind the Scenes episode of the Climate Changed Podcast, host Jessica David sits down with Allen Ewing-Merrill, Executive Director of The BTS Center, and Rev. Nicole Diroff, Associate Director, to explore a definin…

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Ash Temin and Ben Yosua-Davis Explore Curiosity as a Spiritual Practice 29:48

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What does it mean to approach a climate-changed world with rigorous and reverent curiosity? Inthis special Behind the Scenes Edition of the Climate Changed Podcast, host Jessica David sits down with Ben Yosua-Davis and Rev. Ash Temin of The BTS Center. Together, they explore how curiosity—paired with imagination—can become a spiritual practice, a w…

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Claiming Your Call: Navigating Spiritual Leadership in a Climate-Changed World 31:12

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What does it mean to have a calling in a climate-changed world?In this episode, Jessica David is joined by Alison Cornish and Allen Ewing-Merrill from The BTS Center team to explore the idea of “calling.” How do we know what our deepest purpose is, especially when the world is shifting beneath our feet? Through personal stories, reflections on chap…

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Lists and Lima Beans: A Tactile Practice of Grief and Gratitude 22:22

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Grounding: How do we make space for both sorrow and joy? In this tender and tactile episode, Jessica David steps out of her hosting role and into practice leadership, guiding listeners through a deeply personal ritual that blends lamentation and gratitude — with help from candles and beans. Drawing inspiration from her love of list-making, Jessica …

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Embracing Climate Change Uncertainty: A Practice for Impossible Questions 14:58

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How do we hold space for what feels unanswerable? In this episode of the Behind the Scenes Edition, host Jessica David welcomes Madeline Bugeau-Heartt, Program Associate at The BTS Center, to guide us through a contemplative practice. This episode isn’t about solving anything — it’s about embracing what feels impossible. Main Practice: Madeline sha…

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PROMO Embracing Climate Change Uncertainty w/ Madeline Bugeau-Heartt 0:40

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Guest: Madeline Bugeau-Heartt How do we hold space for what feels unanswerable? In this episode of the Behind the Scenes Edition, host Jessica David welcomes Madeline Bugeau-Heartt, Program Associate at The BTS Center, to guide us through a contemplative practice. This episode isn’t about solving anything — it’s about embracing what feels impossibl…

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Listening Deeply in a Climate-Changed World with Peterson Toscano 16:33

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Grounding: How do you stay grounded when facing climate chaos? For many, the journey begins with listening. This episode opens with Jessica David reflecting on how grounding practices can help us remain present and compassionate in a world shaped by climate disruption. She’s joined by podcast producer and longtime BTS Center collaborator Peterson T…

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Practicing Groundedness in a Climate-Changed World 35:29

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How do we stay grounded in a time of climate disruption? In this special Behind the Scenes Edition, host Jessica David invites listeners into a conversation with three BTS Center colleagues—Ash Temin, Madeline Bugeau-Heartt, and Peterson Toscano. Together, they explore the importance of spiritual and embodied practices that help us stay connected, …

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Joerg Rieger and Vanderbilt’s Wendland-Cook Program: Faith Beyond False Solutions 51:37

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In this special episode of Climate Changed, we’re delighted to share an episode from Religion & Justice, a podcast produced by our partners at the Wendland-Cook Program in Religion and Justice at Vanderbilt Divinity School. Hosted by Gabriella Lisi (she/they/he) and George Schmidt (he/him/ours), Religion & Justice explores the intersections of clas…

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Climate Change and The Power of Lament 39:35

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In this deeply personal episode, Harvard Divinity School student and BTS Center intern Jessica David hosts a heartfelt conversation with BTS Center leaders Rev. Nicole Diroff and Rev. Alison Cornish about lament's essential, uncomfortable, and ultimately connective role in our climate-changed world. Together, they explore the collective practice of…

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Climate Change Hope? It's Complicated 30:25

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In this thoughtful second interim episode, host Jessica David talks deeply and candidly with The BTS Center team members Ben Yosua-Davis and Madeline Bugeau-Heartt about hope's complex and nuanced nature in our climate-changed world. They explore what it means to hold hope amidst uncertainty, loss, and the ongoing climate crisis. Meet the Host and …

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Spiritual Leadership in a Climate-Changed World: What and Why? 36:40

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In this special interim episode, guest host Jessica David sits down with Rev. Dr. Allen Ewing-Merrill, Executive Director of The BTS Center, and Debra Coyman, Chair of The BTS Center's Board of Trustees, to explore what spiritual leadership means in a climate-changed world. Together they unpack critical questions around faith, community action, and…

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Letters from the Ecotone: Interconnectedness in Ecology and Theology with Rev. Dr. Andi Lloyd and Rev. Andy Nagy-Benson 25:47

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In this special episode, Nicole Diroff introduces a thoughtful exchange between Rev. Dr. Andi Lloyd, an ecologist and theologian, and Rev. Andy Nagy-Benson, her pastor. During the COVID-19 pandemic, they explored deep connections between ecological science and Christian theology through heartfelt letters. These letters are now compiled in their boo…

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Parenting in a Climate-Changed World with Elizabeth Rush and Sophia Cheng 1:14:56

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How do we navigate the joys and challenges of parenting in a world shaped by climate change? In this episode, hosts Ben Yosua-Davis and Nicole Diroff explore this question with two thoughtful guests: Elizabeth Rush, acclaimed author of The Quickening: Creation and Community at the Ends of the Earth, and Sophia Cheng, founder of With Many Roots and …

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Climate Change, American Catholics, and Laudato Si with Jose Aguto 59:43

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In this episode, Ben Yosua-Davis speaks with Jose Aguto, a passionate advocate for climate action deeply rooted in his Catholic faith. Together, they explore the intersection of moral responsibility, theology, and the Catholic Church’s response to the climate crisis. Grounding: This episode begins with a reading from Laudato Si: On Care for Our Com…

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The Possibilities of Climate Conscious Chaplaincy with Terry LePage and Alison Cornish 55:03

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In this episode, hosts Ben Yosua-Davis and Nicole Diroff examine the evolving role of chaplains in a climate-changed world. They are joined by author, chaplain, and grief circle facilitator Terry LePage, as well as Rev. Alison Cornish, coordinator of The BTS Center's Climate Conscious Chaplaincy Initiative. Together, they explore how chaplains offe…

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The Bible and Climate Change with Kyle Meyaard-Schaap and Peterson Toscano 55:54

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In this episode of Climate Changed, host Ben Yosua-Davis is joined by guest host Derrick Weston to explore how the Bible can inform climate action. Featuring conversations with Rev. Kyle Meyaard-Schaap and Peterson Toscano, they discuss how scripture and faith-based teachings can guide Christians toward a hopeful and proactive response to the clima…

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Jewish Perspectives on Climate Change with Joelle Novey and Jessica Jacobs 53:42

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Brief Episode Description: In this episode, Nicole Diroff and guest co-host Dr. Keisha McKenzie discuss Jewish perspectives on climate change with Joelle Novey, director of Interfaith Power & Light (DC, MD, and Northern VA), and poet Jessica Jacobs. Joelle shares insights into how her Jewish faith informs her climate work and reads from her latest …

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The Power of Ritual and Story with Brian McLaren and Favianna Rodriguez 1:06:51

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In the Season Three premiere of the Climate Changed Podcast, hosts Ben Yosua-Davis and Nicole Diroff engage in a powerful conversation with Brian McLaren, an influential author, activist, and public theologian. They explore the vital role faith communities can play in addressing climate change, drawing on insights from McLaren’s latest book, Life A…

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Get Ready for Season Three: You are Invited to the Special Online Launch Party 1:06

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🎉 Join Us for the Climate Changed Season Three Launch Party! 🎉 We're kicking off the new season of Climate Changed with a special online party, and YOU'RE invited! 🗓 When: Monday, September 16th, 7:30–8:30 PM (Eastern) 📍 Where: Online (free event!) Be the first to listen to the brand new season as we debut our Season Three opener, featuring an inte…

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Ben Yosua-Davis Gives a Sneak Peek of Season Three 3:18

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Nicole Diroff Gives a Sneak Peek of Season Three 5:05

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Nicole Diroff shares some of the details for the upcoming third season of Climate Changed podcast. This season we will explore the concept of courage in the face of climate change as we emphasize the need to prioritize collective salvation over individual salvation. We will highlight the interconnectedness of all living things and the importance of…

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What Roles Can Religion Play? with Shanon Shah 59:22

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In our final episode of Season Two, we’re joined by Dr. Shanon Shah, an advocate whose work is at the intersection of faith, human rights, and climate change. Shanon's multifaceted career includes journalism, theater, and academia in Malaysia before his relocation to London. A practicing Muslim, Shanon is also a scholar in the sociology of religion…

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Am I the Right Person? with Margaret Wheatley 1:01:41

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In this thought-provoking episode of the podcast "Am I the Right Person?," Ben engages in deeply insightful conversations with Margaret Wheatley, an icon in organizational leadership, and Debra Rienstra, author of Refugia Faith: Seeking Hidden Shelters, Ordinary Wonder, and the Healing of the Earth. Wheatley paints a grim picture of the future, cit…

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How Do You Love the World As It Is? with Ray Buckley 43:17

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We explore how to navigate love and responsibility in a rapidly changing world, particularly in the face of climate change. We're honored to have Ray Buckley join us for this conversation. Ray is a teacher, storyteller, author, and poet of Lakota, Tlingit, and Scots descent. He brings a unique blend of cultural and spiritual wisdom, particularly th…

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What is Mine to Do? with Eileen Flanagan 55:27

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In this eye-opening episode of our podcast, we bring you an enlightening conversation with Eileen Flanagan — a Quaker author, activist, and organizer who strives to make activism more effective. Co-hosts Dr. Keisha McKenzie and Nicole Diroff dive deep into topics that challenge us on how we approach climate change, social justice, and activism. Dis…

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How Can I Keep Going? with Dr. Susanne Moser 47:02

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In this episode of Climate Changed, listeners will hear from Dr. Susi Moser, an accomplished scientist and geographer. For Moser, any effort that builds community is actually significant climate work. Moser has worked at the highest levels of climate science, including on the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, or the IPCC. This is the UN bo…

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What Does Collective Truth Telling Look Like? with Rob Shetterly 46:42

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In this enlightening episode, we explore the notion of collective truth-telling through a poetic introduction and a compelling conversation with Rob Shetterly, the artist behind the portrait series "Americans Who Tell the Truth." We begin with Lilace Mellin Guignard's evocative poem "The Great Reimagining," a heartfelt call to rekindle our imaginat…

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Nicole Diroff Shares Highlights for Season Two 8:30

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Nicole Diroff shares excerpts from Season Two of Climate Changed podcast featuring Rob Shetterly, Shanon Shah, Margaret Wheatley, and Debra Rienstra. Nicole Diroff: Climate Changed podcast focuses on collective honesty and hope Nicole Diroff: Hey there. I'm Nicole Diroff. Ben Yosua-Davis and I host the Climate Changed podcast. Over the past several…

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Ben Yosua-Davis shares season two details 3:00

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Ben Yosua-Davis 00:00 Hi, I'm Ben Yosua-Davis, co host of the Climate Change Podcast. I am incredibly excited about season two of our show. In this season, we ask big questions about collective honesty and complicated hope, which feels really timely in a moment dominated by news of floods, wildfire, smoke and record breaking heat. I talk with Dr. S…

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Announcing Season Two of Climate Changed 7:30

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In season two of the climate changed podcast, Ben Yosua-Davis and Nicole Diroff will help you take an unflinching look at the devastating reality of climate change, not to scare the snot out of us. No, they and their amazing guests balance and honest view of the problems with clear direction about how we can take up our roles in this rapidly changi…

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Daddy Did We Hurt Them? 56:22

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In this episode of the Climate Changed podcast, you will experience: The Wall, a poem read by podcast guest Hannah Malcolm. It was written by David Benjamin Blower, a musician, writer, and podcaster. It comes from his 2019 album We Really Existed and We Really Did This, and it appears in the anthology, Words for a Dying World: Stories of Grief and …

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If I can’t make a difference, then what do I do? Rev. Dr. Veronice Miles 45:39

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In this episode of the Climate Changed podcast, you will experience: Aram Mitchell leads a guided reflection called Flood on the Horizon A conversation with Rev. Dr. Veronice Miles Next Steps for Engaged Hope About Veronice Miles The Rev. Dr. Veronice Miles is a preacher, teacher, scholar, mentor, and artist committed to a life of ministry in the c…

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What is Wrong with Me? with Keyana Pardilla, Robin Wall Kimmerer and Sherri Mitchell 43:23

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What is Wrong with Me? with Keyana Pardilla, Robin Wall Kimmerer, and Sherri Mitchell In this episode of the Climate Changed podcast, you will experience: A centering practice: Sean Dague helps us envision a world without fossil fuels. A conversation with Keyana Pardilla Excerpts from live BTS Center Zoom programs featuring Robin Wall Kimmerer and …

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What Do We Tell the Children? with Craig Santos Perez 42:00

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In this episode of the Climate Changed podcast, you will experience: A centering practice as Craig Santos Perez reads his poem, “Thanksgiving in the Anthropocene” from his book of poetry Habitat Threshold. Music: Hymn for the Brave by Miles Avida. Ben Yosua-Davis and poet Craig Santos Perez have a moving conversation about raising children in a tim…

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How Do We Stop Doing Things That Make No Sense? with special guest Rev. Mariama White-Hammond 41:54

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In this very first episode of the new Climate Changed podcast you will experience: Introductions by the co-hosts, Nicole Diroff & Ben Yosua-Davis A centering practice led by Peterson Toscano Remarks about the state of our world and churches by Rev. Mariama White-Hammond Ben and Nicole’s deep and moving discussion about those remarks Next Steps Next…

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Where Do You Find Hope? with Corina Newsome 45:46

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In this episode of the Climate Changed podcast you will experience: A centering practice led by poet, Maya Williams. You will hear Maya read Emily Dickinson’s Hope followed by one of Maya’s original poems, Religious Imposters. Nicole Diroff has a deep and incredibly honest conversation with Corina Newsome Ben and Nicole’s deep and moving discussion…

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Coming Soon: Climate Changed Podcast 0:59

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Peterson Toscano, host of Citizens Climate Radio, produces the new Climate Changed podcast. He finds hosts, Nicole Diroff and Ben Yosua-Davis, the perfect friends to talk him down when he is feeling overwhelmed by climate change. Their honesty, vulnerability, and resourcefulness provide him with fresh perspectives and much needed determination. Epi…

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Season One Promo: Parenting in a Climate Changed World 2:21

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Ben Yosua-Davis and Nicole Diroff are the hosts of the new Climate Changed podcast. They also have something else in common. They are both parents. Ben is a father to two amazing children. Michael, is his six year-old creative social butterfly. Genevieve is his sweet and ferocious two year old." Nicole is a mother to a second grader. Parenting come…

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Announcing Climate Changed! A short preview of season one 5:00

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Climate Changed is a brand new podcast about pursuing faith, life, and love in a climate-changed world. Hosted by Nicole Diroff and Ben Yosua-Davis. Climate Changed features guests who deepen the conversation while also stirring the waters. The Climate Changed podcast is a project of The BTS Center. In this extended promo you will about the podcast…