Best Gravity Commons Podcasts (2025)

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Adam Young: How Engaging Our Past with Kindness Transforms Us 50:02

4d ago50:02

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We talked with trauma therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker Adam Young about exploring our past stories to help us make sense of where we are now and begin to imagine who we would like to become. Adam wrote Make Sense of Your Story to help people explore their personal stories, and how they still impact us today. Adam Young is a trauma ther…

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S12E162 John James Staniszewski/Fungitarian - From Nightclubs to Mushrooms: One Man’s Fungitarian Revolution 1:05:45

9d ago1:05:45

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Ever wondered how a mushroom farm could revolutionize the food industry? I sat down with John James Staniszewski, the creator of the fungitarian lifestyle and a pioneer in the vertical farming space, to uncover the secrets of his success. John's journey from nightclub manager to mushroom mogul is as fascinating as it is inspiring. He shares how he …

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MARRIAGE VERSES COUPLE-PARTNERSHIP—reexamining the preconceived assigned role of husband verses wife 21:45

9d ago21:45

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Catherine Aponte, Psy.D., a former clinical psychologist and an adjunct professor at Spalding University, explains how a couple-partnership can fulfill the important social functions of marriage without its rigid social roleBy Mary Insprucker/Catherine Aponte

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Sheila Wray Gregoire: Cultivating the Marriage You Want 53:02

11d ago53:02

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We talked (again!) with Sheila Wray Gregoire about dispelling the pervasive myths about what makes a happy marriage, and looking at actual evidence to understand what creates intimacy, emotional health, and connection. Sheila's new book is The Marriage You Want: Moving Beyond Stereotypes for a Relationship Built on Scripture, New Data, and Emotiona…

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S12E161 Renko Schuil/TTA ISO - Collaboration vs. Secrecy: Lessons for Vertical Farming Success 56:00

16d ago56:00

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Ever wondered how automation is shaping the future of indoor farming? In this episode, I speak with Renko Schuil, Sales Manager of Indoor Farming at TTA ISO, a leading company in horticultural automation. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Renko offers invaluable insights into the evolving world of vertical farming and controlled env…

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Emily Hunter McGowin: Practicing Family in the Kingdom of God 52:53

18d ago52:53

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This week, we spoke with Dr. Emily Hunter McGowin about reimagining the definition of a "biblical" family and the ways that family can embody the work of the Kingdom. Her new book is Households of Faith: Practicing Family in the Kingdom of God. Dr. Emily Hunter McGowin is Associate Professor of Theology at Wheaton College. She is the author of Quiv…

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S12E160 Oliver Rotko/Arctic Farming - Revolutionizing Restaurants: Herbie’s Innovative Indoor Farm Solution 56:19

24d ago56:19

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Ever wondered how to navigate the challenges of indoor farming and create successful products in this evolving industry? Oliver Rotko, CEO of Plant TUI and Arctic Farming, shares his journey and insights into the world of vertical farming. I sat down with Oliver to discuss his unique path from business student to indoor farming innovator. He reveal…

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SLEEP-LACK THEREOF, INSOMNIA, DEPRIVATION—It’s enough to keep you awake at night 24:12

23d ago24:12

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Sleep myths, schedules, positions/pillows, debt, coming down from adrenaline highs, falling back to sleep, and successful habits are all discussed by Dr. Christopher Winter, Sleep Specialist/Neurologist, Author of The Rested Child and The Sleep Solution, and host of Sleep Unplugged with Dr. Chris Winter.…

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Stephen Morrison: The Anti-mammon Witness of the Early Church 1:02:13

26d ago1:02:13

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We talked with theologian Stephen Morrison about the anti-mammon witness of the Early Church and its relevance for today, which Stephen argues points toward anti-capitalism. Stephen explores these ideas in his new book All Riches Come from Injustice. Stephen D. Morrison is a prolific American writer probably best known for his ongoing, mulit-volume…

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S12E159 Conner Tidd/Just Vertical - Democratizing Indoor Farming: Mission Unveiled 48:58

1M ago48:58

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Have you ever wondered how to grow fresh produce year-round, even in the harshest climates? I sat down with Conner Tidd, co-founder and CEO of Just Vertical, to discuss the innovative world of indoor farming and how it's changing the way we think about food production. Conner's journey into vertical farming began with a desire to make a tangible im…

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Tom Oord: How to Believe in God and Love After Tragedy and Abuse 1:06:13

1M ago1:06:13

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We talked with Tom Oord about open and relational theology and how it can help us trust God after tragedy, abuse, and evil. We talked about the ideas and implications of his book God Can't: How to Believe in God and Love after Tragedy, Abuse, and Other Evils. Thomas Jay Oord is a theologian, philosopher, and scholar of multi-disciplinary studies. O…

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S12E158 Kirk Taylor/Land Betterment - From Abandoned Mines to Thriving Farms: Vision 53:03

1M ago53:03

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Ever wondered how to revitalize struggling communities while promoting sustainable practices? I had the pleasure of speaking with Kirk Taylor, co-founder of Land Betterment Corporation, about their innovative approach to community development and sustainable agriculture. Kirk's background in accounting and finance, combined with his entrepreneurial…

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FALLS: THE UNCOMMON, COMMON KILLER—Discussion with Dr. Wayne Gradman, vascular surgeon, Harvard Medical School graduate, and author of THE FALL GUY: How to Keep Gravity from Ruining Your Day 20:41

1M ago20:41

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Fall factors: Medication, Balance, Weight, Footwear, Psychological Impact—are all discussedBy Mary Insprucker/Dr. Wayne Gradman

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Cheryl Miller: Restorative Justice for Survivors of Sexual Assault 54:55

1M ago54:55

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We talk with author and mediator Cheryl Miller about how restorative justice practices can transform the lives of survivors of sexual violence. In her book Enough Silence: Creating Sacred Space for Survivors of Sexual Assault Through Restorative Justice, Cheryl outlines of these practices and offers a road map for implementing victim-offender dialo…

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Andrew Bauman: Guarding Against Sexism and Abuse in Churches 59:42

2M ago59:42

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We talked with Dr. Andrew Bauman about the preponderance of sexism and abuse in the church, and what we can do to counteract and guard against it, which are the themes of his book Safe Church: How to Guard Against Sexism and Abuse in Christian Communities. Dr. Andrew J. Bauman is the founder and director of the Christian Counseling Center: For Sexu…

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S11E157 Mat Halter/TerraFerm - Transforming Beer Waste into Vertical Farm Gold 48:11

2M ago48:11

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Ever wondered how beer brewing could revolutionize vertical farming? Mat Halter, founder of TerraFerm, is turning brewery waste into a game-changing resource for indoor agriculture. Mat Halter, a plant scientist turned entrepreneur, shares his journey from researching biofuels to developing an innovative system that captures CO2 from brewery fermen…

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SPRING PLANTING WORKSHOP! 19:15

2M ago19:15

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Workshop on crop seasonality & rotation, plant spacing, creating a plan and garden layout map, indoor plant starts, etc. All covered in this audio workshop featuring Jamie Cristiano of the Geer Street Learning Garden/ Inter-Faith Food ShuttleBy Mary Insprucker/Jamie Cristiano

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Malcolm Foley: How the Love of Money is the Root of Racism 54:04

2M ago54:04

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We talked with pastor and historian Malcolm Foley about the not-well-known-enough truth that racism is NOT about hate and ignorance; it's about greed. And it always has been. Foley's new book The Anti-Greed Gospel: Why the Love of Money Is the Root of Racism and How the Church Can Create a New Way Forward explores how the desire for power and money…

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Jonathan Foster: Tending to Our Grief Through Poetry 59:43

2M ago59:43

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We talked with podcaster and author Jonathan Foster about indigo: the color of grief, his book of poems that came from processing the painful loss of his daughter. Jonathan is the partner of one and father of three, founder of lovehaiti.org, podcaster, and award-winning author with some degrees in open and relational theology who loves to hike. You…

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S11E156 Rick Langille/Harvest Today - Harvest Wall 2.0: Engineering the Next Generation of Farming 48:19

2M ago48:19

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Ever wondered how vertical farming could revolutionize food production and make fresh, flavorful produce more accessible? In this enlightening conversation with Rick Langille, CEO of Harvest Today, we explore the cutting-edge developments in vertical farming technology and their potential impact on the future of agriculture. Rick shares exciting up…

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ROMANCE NOVELS—THE JUICE & BONUS—HOW TO WRITE ONE YOURSELF! 25:07

2M ago25:07

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Jennifer Probst, a New York Times bestselling author of over fifty books in contemporary romance fiction, explores this comfort food and shares tips on how you might become a writer!By Mary Insprucker/Jennifer Probst

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Marc Alan Schelske: The Path of Other-Centered, Co-Suffering Love 1:01:57

2M ago1:01:57

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We talked with pastor and author Marc Alan Schelske about the practicalities of following Jesus on the path of other-centered, so-suffering love. Marc's new book Walking Otherward is a forty-day devotional (just in time for Lent!) that follows the Gospel texts of Jesus' final weeks before his crucifixion. Each entry invites you to try on Jesus' att…

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Dickson Despommier - A Vertical Farming Podcast Tribute 8:03

2M ago8:03

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In this special tribute episode of The Vertical Farming Podcast, I honor the life and legacy of Dr. Dickson Despommier, the visionary who laid the foundation for vertical farming as we know it today. His book, The Vertical Farm: Feeding the World in the 21st Century, completely changed the way I thought about food production, sustainability, and th…

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Liz Charlotte Grant: Seeking God after Losing Faith in the Bible 52:36

3M ago52:36

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Essayist Liz Charlotte seeks to “read life” into the Bible, a text long limited by rigid evangelical notions of biblical inerrancy. In her book Knock at the Sky: Seeking God in Genesis after Losing Faith in the Bible, rshe draws on a broad range of sources to unpack the first 32 chapters of Genesis in a remarkably fresh way. Liz Charlotte Grant is …

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MENOPAUSE/PERI-MENOPAUSE DISSECTED: OPRAH HAS BEEN QUOTED AS SAYING, “The menopause train is coming no matter what.” Mary Insprucker says, “You’re not crazy, dying, or alone; it will be OK.” 19:16

3M ago19:16

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Dr. Jessica Shepherd, as seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, CNN, ETC. provides fresh insight, confidence and education on perimenopause and menopauseBy Mary Insprucker/Dr. Jessica Shepherd

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Leaving White Evangelicalism, Part 3: Experiments and Transgressions 58:56

3M ago58:56

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Matt and Ben continue reflecting on the process of leaving the white evangelical spaces they both came to faith in. Show notes: Mako Nagasawa: Thinking More Clearly About Abortion On How I Left White Evangelicalism and How it Left Me Redefining the History and Historiography on American Evangelicalism in the Era of the Religious Right My Comments L…

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Leaving White Evangelicalism, Part 2: Theology Vs. History 50:55

3M ago50:55

50:55

Matt and Ben continue reflecting on the process of leaving the white evangelical spaces they both came to faith in. Show notes: Mako Nagasawa: Thinking More Clearly About Abortion On How I Left White Evangelicalism and How it Left Me Redefining the History and Historiography on American Evangelicalism in the Era of the Religious Right My Comments L…

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S11E154 Jessica Fong/Common Farms - Microgreens and Mega Dreams: Inspiring Journey 59:46

3M ago59:46

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Ever wondered how to start a vertical farm in a city with limited space and resources? Jessica Naomi Fong's journey with Common Farms in Hong Kong is a masterclass in resilience, innovation, and customer-focused growth. Jessica Naomi Fong, Founder and CEO of Common Farms, shares her inspiring story of launching a vertical farming business in Hong K…

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MASTECTOMY TATTOOS: EMPOWERMENT/CLOSURE 21:59

3M ago21:59

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Hayley Moran, breast tattoo adornment specialist, covers mastectomy tattoo topics-beautiful artwork, 3D Nipple and Areola Renewal—costs, process, EMPOWERMENT, and more! Personal Ink- P.INK Day eventsBy Mary Insprucker/Hayley Moran

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Leaving White Evangelicalism, Part 1: What is Evangelicalism? 36:43

3M ago36:43

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Matt and Ben reflect on the process of leaving the white evangelical spaces they both came to faith in. Show notes: On How I Left White Evangelicalism and How it Left Me Redefining the History and Historiography on American Evangelicalism in the Era of the Religious Right My Comments Last Night at the "Evangelicals for Harris" Online Event Trump ha…

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Christy Penley: What Do Emotions Have to Do With Spiritual Formation? 53:20

3M ago53:20

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We talk with pastor (and Gravity Commons Podcast co-host!) Christy Penley about how our emotions relate to living faithfully as disciples of Jesus (the subject of her doctoral dissertation). Connect with Gravity Commons: Leave us a message or ask a question about this or any other episode and we'll answer it on a future episode. Join the Gravity Co…

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S11E153 Per Lysaa/Intravision Group AS - Gravity Flow: The Secret Behind Automated Indoor Agriculture 43:41

4M ago43:41

43:41

Ever wondered how cutting-edge technology is revolutionizing indoor farming? I've got the inside scoop on the latest innovations that are changing the game. In this episode of the Vertical Farming Podcast, host Harry Duran sits down with Per Lysaa, CTO and co-founder of Elevate Farms and founder of Intravision Group AS. With over two decades of exp…

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DRONES-UFO-ALIENS-Experts/Pentagon says “maybe” 16:55

4M ago16:55

16:55

Join Mary Insprucker and Triangle 411 as they go one on one with Luis Elizondo, (as seen on CNN, 60 Minutes, NBC, etc.), former Director for the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program, to discuss UFOs and little green men.By Mary Insprucker/Luis Elizondo

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Creating and Cultivating a Rule of Life for 2025 48:43

4M ago48:43

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On the cusp of a new year, Christy talks with Ben and Matt about what it means to create a "rule of life" that is helpful and freeing, rather than burdensome. Connect with Gravity Commons: Leave us a message or ask a question about this or any other episode and we'll answer it on a future episode. Join the Gravity Community to interact with other l…

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S11E152 Simon Wardle/Gooddrop Ltd - Sustainable Cotton: A New Era in Vertical Farming 48:28

4M ago48:28

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Ever wondered how vertical farming could revolutionize the cotton industry? I sat down with Simon Wardle, CEO of Gooddrop, to explore this groundbreaking concept. Simon Wardle brings a unique perspective to vertical farming, combining his background in design with a vision for sustainable cotton production. As the leader of Good Drop, he's spearhea…

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Christmas Extravaganza and the Gifts of 2024 32:33

4M ago32:33

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As the year draws to a close, Christy, Ben, and Matt open some Christmas gifts and talk about some of the "gifts" of 2024. Merry Christmas, everyone! Connect with Gravity Commons: Leave us a message or ask a question about this or any other episode and we'll answer it on a future episode. Join the Gravity Community to interact with other listeners,…

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SANTA AND MRS. CLAUS - FOR THE YOUNG AND THE YOUNG AT HEART 20:03

4M ago20:03

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Santa and Mrs. Claus answer all your questions an explain the magic of Christmas.By Mary Insprucker

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Post-Election Commitments For Justice and Solidarity (Part 2 of 2) 38:40

4M ago38:40

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Ben, Matt, and Christy continue their discussion from last week of a few post-election commitments that are crystalizing for them as they contemplate what it means to live as followers of Jesus in the coming season. Here are the commitments we discuss in this episode (listen to Part 1 for the ones at the beginning of the list): Stay awake. Don’t nu…

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S11E151 Daryl Urbanski/Best Business Coach - Agrocapsules & Oasis: A New Era in Vertical Farming 46:42

4M ago46:42

46:42

Are you tired of the rat race and dreaming of a self-sufficient lifestyle? In this episode, I chat with Daryl Urbanski, a seasoned entrepreneur and advocate for personal sovereignty. Daryl's journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a successful business strategist is nothing short of inspiring. With over 17 years of experience in helping b…

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