Best Chris Easley Podcasts (2025)

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12: More Resources on Faith and Politics 13:54

3d ago13:54

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If you want to engage the conversation about faith and politics more deeply, check out these thinkers and leaders. Sources: Proverbs 3:33-34 (ESV) Bonnie Kristian, Staff Editor at Christianity Today Michael Wear, Founder, President and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life Justin Giboney, Founder and President of the AND Campaign Matth…

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11: Witness: Food Insecurity 23:59

5d ago23:59

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Can you articulate a commitment to a Gospel value while also charitably presenting the political viewpoint that is opposite to your own? Food insecurity—lack of consistent access to the food needed to live a healthy and active life—is a serious issue, even here in the United States. It’s also an issue that stirs us as disciples of Jesus; caring for…

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10: Witness: Abortion 28:02

10d ago28:02

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What does it look like to bring compassion and conviction together in conversations about abortion? Often, the cultural debate focuses on the question of law: What should be legal or illegal. It’s a critical question. But as disciples of Jesus, our care extends beyond the question of what’s legal or not. Not only do we care about just law, we also …

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9: Witness: Immigration 21:53

11d ago21:53

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Migration is part of the story that God is telling in the world. Often, when the topic of immigration comes up, we think about how to defend “our turf.” But what if the Bible gives us a different way of thinking about turf? When we look at God’s instructions to his people in the Torah, we find a call to compassion and empathy toward immigrants. As …

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Episode 275: Finding Your Role in the Foster Care Community (w/ Thomas Dent) 45:49

12d ago45:49

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If you’re listening to this, chances are it was passion that first pulled you into your role in the foster care community—whether you’re a professional, a caregiver, an advocate, or a faithful supporter. But here’s something you might not have realized yet: just because you started in one role doesn’t mean that’s where you’ll stay. As we grow and g…

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8: Love and Political Power 18:42

16d ago18:42

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“True integration will be achieved by men who are willingly obedient to unenforceable obligations.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. Sources: Proverbs 29:4,7,14 (NIV) Isaiah 10:1-4 (NIV) Isaiah 16:4-5 (NIV) Romans 13:8-10 (NIV) Michael Wear, The Spirit of Our Politics: Spiritual Formation and the Renovation of Public Life (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2024). …

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Soluna Holdings, Inc. (SLNH) John Belizaire, CEO 30:25

18d ago30:25

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The Company designs, develops, and operates digital infrastructure that transforms surplus renewable energy into global computing resources. Soluna’s pioneering data centers are strategically co-located with wind, solar, or hydroelectric power plants to support high-performance computing applications, including Bitcoin Mining, Generative AI, and ot…

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7: Hope and Political Visions of the Future 23:50

23d ago23:50

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Political campaigns are always about the future. From “Let Us Have Peace” (U.S. Grant’s 1868 slogan) to FDR’s “Happy Days Are Here Again” (1932) to “Change We Can Believe In,” the message is *hope.* Things will get better. There’s something to look forward to. But we know that somehow we keep finding ourselves stuck in the mud as human beings. Our …

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6: Faith and Political Allegiance 19:06

25d ago19:06

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What does it mean to give Jesus our allegiance? When the chips are down and we have to make a choice between loyalty to Jesus and loyalty to country, party, or movement, who do we choose? Do we take up our cross even if it means laying down our lives? Or do we end up choosing a different kingdom over the kingdom of God? If we do, we are calling on …

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Episode 274: Everything’s in His Hands (w/ David and Julie Zimmer) 41:12

27d ago41:12

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“Religion that is pure and undefiled before God the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world.” – James 1:27 (ESV) You’ve probably heard this verse if you’ve ever been to an adoption or foster care training, attended a conference that discussed child welfare, or even just sat throu…

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5: Courageous Political Conversations 17:31

1M ago17:31

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When is it right to speak up about a political issue in the workplace? We need discernment. Spouting off every opinion we happen to have is not the same as courageous witness. At the same time, there are times when we need the courage to speak up. Scripture calls us to speak in a way that will “benefit those who listen” (Ephesians 4:29 NIV). Taking…

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"Isaiah Pead: Surviving the Crash that Ended My NFL Career" 1:10:53

1M ago1:10:53

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In this compelling episode of the @ManagingOurMinds podcast, hosts Dominique Easley and Damien Jacobs welcome former NFL player Isaiah Pead for an in-depth conversation about life's challenges and triumphs. The episode begins with Dominique and Damien setting the stage for a discussion that delves into the importance of mental health and vulnerabil…

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4: Gentle Political Conversations 15:44

1M ago15:44

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What adjectives would you use to describe political conversations you’ve had throughout your life? Awkward? Loaded? Angry? What about . . . gentle? We have strong feelings about politics because politics is about people, and people matter. So what does it look like for us to practice gentleness with our own strong feelings about politics? When we l…

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3: Thoughtful Political Conversations 21:28

1M ago21:28

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When it comes to politics, our personality shapes how we want to engage—or disengage. Maybe you’re an armchair pundit, always reading the news and staying informed (and opinionated) about current events. Maybe you find politics distasteful and try to avoid them as much as possible. We have different God-given personalities, and that’s okay. But all…

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"Zac Stacy Breaks His Silence: The Journey Back from Rock Bottom" 1:01:48

1M ago1:01:48

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n this episode of the "Managing Our Minds" podcast, hosts Dominique Easley and Damien Jacobson engage in a profound conversation with former NFL player Zac Stacey. The episode begins with a warm welcome, setting the tone for an open and honest dialogue about Zac's life experiences, both on and off the field. Zac Stacey, known for his time as an NFL…

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2: Prayerful Political Conversations 22:24

1M ago22:24

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In the story of Hannah, we see someone coming to God in a moment of profound personal grief. In her “deep anguish,” Hannah turns to prayer (1 Samuel 1:10 NIV). This moment doesn’t seem like it has to do with politics at first. But Hannah’s prayerful attitude puts her at the center of God’s redemptive political action in ancient Israel. Hannah sees …

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Episode 273: Finding Hope While Healing from a Painful Past (w/ Destini McAlister) 43:21

1M ago43:21

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Content / Trigger Warning: This episode does contain mentions and descriptions of abuse, neglect, and sexual abuse. If any of this may be triggering for you, we recommend you either listen carefully, listen with someone else, or you may even consider skipping this episode. Unfortunately, so many children who enter foster care have experienced some …

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1: Take A Stand - Faithful Political Witness at Work 13:08

2M ago13:08

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We kick off a new series with this episode—Take A Stand: Faithful Political Witness at Work. Politics this year in the United States and around the world is just as fraught as ever. At times, it can be tempting to ignore political issues. When they come up at work, it can be awkward. But as disciples of Jesus, engaging political issues is part of l…

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“The Helmet Didn’t Hide the Hurt: Chris Hubbard’s Mental Health Journey” 1:10:53

2M ago1:10:53

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🎙️ In this powerful episode of Managing Our Minds, hosts Dominique Easley and Damien Jacobs sit down with former NFL player Chris Hubbard for a raw, honest conversation about mental health, resilience, and life after football. From growing up in a small town to playing under the bright lights of the NFL, Chris opens up about the personal battles he…

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Monk on a Mission: Abbot Dan Nobles on Contemplative Prayer 20:37

2M ago20:37

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Chris interviews Abbot Dan Nobles of Christ Mission Anglican Benedictines and Wandering Monk Hikes. Abbot Dan talks about how he unexpectedly became a monk after his military career, the healing journey of contemplative prayer, and returning to our “center of gravity” in the middle of the work day. #FindingGodAtWork #FaithAndWork #MentalHealth #The…

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19: In All Our Inadequacies 19:38

2M ago19:38

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We don’t just need good teachings or ideas about human nature and mental health. We need a vision of human life and love and work as it's meant to be. When we let Jesus be our anthropologist, we learn his teachings on the human person. But Jesus is more than that. He’s also the true anthropos: the true human being. He shows us the life we were mean…

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18: Unlearning Learned Helplessness 19:12

2M ago19:12

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Can work be a place of healing? Certain workplaces are traumatizing in themselves. But at its best, work is an ennobling experience. It confirms our sense of agency. It helps us gain confidence. It confers meaning on our time. When work is like this, it can even serve as a place of healing for past wounds—particularly the wound of learned helplessn…

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“I Tried to End It All… Then Everything Changed | Marcus Smith II Full Interview” 1:00:36

2M ago1:00:36

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In this episode of "Managing Our Minds," hosts Dominique Easley and Damien Jacobs welcome special guest Marcus Smith II. They dive into the importance of vulnerability and mental health, especially among men. Marcus shares his personal journey, from experiencing anxiety attacks at a young age to facing challenges in his football career. He opens up…

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Episode 272: Striving for Racial Equity in the Child Welfare System (w/ Shanelle Dupree) 43:28

2M ago43:28

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The child welfare system can be confusing and complex. Families are often expected to navigate administrative systems, the criminal justice system, the legal system, and the social system—all at the same time and with no prior instruction. Our guest today knows the child welfare system inside and out—and she’s passionate about helping families navi…

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17: Trauma 23:28

2M ago23:28

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According to the University of Toronto Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), trauma is “the lasting emotional response that often results from living through a distressing event.” Sometimes we don’t even realize that our emotional responses to certain situations at work are rooted in our own trauma. Yesterday’s distressing event is today’s…

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16: Neurodiversity 23:44

2M ago23:44

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Every brain is different. That’s what “neurodiversity” means. Neuro = brain; diversity = different. Neurodiversity is a feature of human experience, not a bug. It’s an expression of God’s creativity. What does that mean for us in the workplace? It means that every team is a motley crew, made up of people with unique ways of thinking and navigating …

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15: Recovery 22:27

2M ago22:27

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The recovery mindset is, "I want to find out where life really is." It's admitting the problem and committing to radical change. It's saying, like David, "For I know my transgressions and my sin is ever before me" (Psalm 51:3 ESV). When we come to God with "a broken spirit and a contrite heart" (Psalm 51:17 ESV), we discover not just how merciful h…

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14: Addiction 19:18

2M ago19:18

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“‘I'll quit tomorrow,’ I would say to myself—but tomorrow never came.” That’s how Bob Poznanovich describes his experience of addiction. Have you ever told yourself, “I’ll quit tomorrow”? When addiction gets its teeth into us, it’s fierce. We can’t get out. We can’t quit. Why is that? It’s because addiction hijacks our need for something to give us…

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Episode 271: Foster Fathers (w/ Chris Easley & Kyle Seick) 47:41

2M ago47:41

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Note: In this episode, Jami talks about her pregnancy—but don’t worry, you didn’t miss another baby announcement! If you’re part of our TFI family, you know her sweet little one has already arrived. This episode was recorded back in January! Sometimes, it can feel like the conversation within the foster care community is predominantly shaped by fem…

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13: Anxiety 23:59

2M ago23:59

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Anxiety is part of human experience for everyone. At the same time, some people experience more intense or persistent anxiety than others. For most of us, anxiety is part of our work experience. In Matthew 6, Jesus gives us a teaching on anxiety, which is helpful both for run-of-the-mill anxiety, and for anxiety disorders. It’s helpful for all of u…

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12: Depression and the Soul 19:03

3M ago19:03

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Your soul is a relater, meant to connect with God and other people. Your soul is a receiver, meant to take beauty in. Your soul is an integrator, meant to put experiences together. Depression affects your capacity to relate, your capacity to receive, and your capacity to integrate. That means depression affects your soul. Mild depression is like ge…

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MDB Capital Holdings LLC. (MDBH) Chris Marlett, CEO 29:28

3M ago29:28

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The company makes investments that can change lives by discovering and transforming deep technology Big Ideas into valuable public companies through a unique approach to public venture capital. This approach focuses on community-driven financings of pre-revenue, early-stage deep technology companies through early initial public offerings (IPOs), pr…

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11: Depression and Will 17:43

3M ago17:43

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When you’re depressed, it affects all aspects of your life and personality, including your will. Depression can make it harder to choose, to make decisions. But our will can still help us when we’re depressed. Willingness leads to healing, while willfulness does not. When we’re willing to be led by God’s mercy, we find it. But when we have to have …

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10: Depression and Weakness 20:01

3M ago20:01

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According to a 2023 Gallup survey, one in three U.S. adults have been diagnosed with depression at some point in their lifetimes. I’m one of those adults. Periodic episodes of depression have hit me all throughout my adult life. When I’m depressed, I feel weak. I hate to admit to weakness. I hate to admit I’m depressed. But the Apostle Paul shows u…

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Episode 270: Recovering from Addiction to Achieve Reunification (w/ Jacob Jackson) 41:31

3M ago41:31

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There are many requirements that a biological parent must meet in order to reunify with their children. While these requirements are necessary to ensure that children are being reunited with parents who can provide a safe and stable environment, many parents struggle to overcome the circumstances that led to their children being placed in foster ca…

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9: Soul as Receiver 22:54

3M ago22:54

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“Beauty points the way home.” That’s scholar Gregory E. Ganssle’s way of putting it. When we stop to pay attention, we notice that “there’s something there” for us in the world. This experience of encountering beauty suggests that we’re meant to be *here,* but also that there’s something more we’re meant for. In the Christian story, we’re meant for…

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8: Soul as Integrator 16:24

3M ago16:24

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By Chris Easley

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7: Soul as Relater 20:21

3M ago20:21

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So many workplace interactions are soulless: transactional, manipulative, self-interested. You can smell other people’s “commission breath”; they’re after what’s in it for them. What would it look like to love others at work with genuine, disinterested love? It’s the life that Jesus gives us that redeems and restores our capacity to relate to God a…

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Episode 269: Opening Your Heart and Home to Those in Need (w/ Sarah Hott) 35:17

3M ago35:17

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Foster care is both rewarding and challenging. It’s happy at times and sad at others; it brings hard days as well as beautiful moments. If you are in the foster care community, you’ve likely seen (or experienced) this firsthand. But what do we do when we come to the end of ourselves? How do we respond when we feel called to open our homes again to …

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Nuvini Group Ltd. (NVNI) Pierre Schurmann, CEO 22:07

3M ago22:07

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A leading acquirer of private B2B SaaS companies in Latin America. Headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil, the company focuses on acquiring profitable, high-growth SaaS businesses with strong recurring revenue and cash flow generation. By fostering an entrepreneurial environment, Nuvini enables its portfolio companies to scale and maintain leadership w…

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6: Body 18:48

3M ago18:48

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Your body is always with you when you’re at work. You can’t do your work without it. Scripture teaches us that the body is a gift. All of our work depends on this gift that we can’t take credit for. It's good for us to apply effort, but our strength for the effort comes from a source beyond ourselves. Sources: Luke 10:25-28 (NIV) Matthew 15:17-20 (…

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5: Heart 15:39

3M ago15:39

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Each of us has within us a center that gives us life and determines the direction of our life: our heart. Your heart can turn one way or the other. It’s your heart that’s the hinge. We each have a will, a capacity to choose. So how can we learn to choose well? Sources: Luke 10:25-28 (NIV) Deuteronomy 30:15-18 (NIV) Joshua 24:23 (ESV) James 4:13-16 …

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4: Freedom from Resentment 22:34

4M ago22:34

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Our thoughts and our feelings can inform each other rather than compete with each other. When we’re emotionally self-aware in the workplace, it actually helps us do the work of thinking through work problems logically. Have you ever developed a bit of resentment toward a boss or a coworker? That resentment leads to a division in your relationship, …

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