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Shift Happens

Shift Happens

By: Joe Smith
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In a world increasingly marked by division, cruelty, and chaos, Shift Happens is your guide to navigating the social and political turmoil of our time with hope, integrity, and courage. Each week, we bring you conversation with leaders, thinkers, and change-makers who are on the frontline of resisting white Christian nationalism, dehumanization, polarization, and apathy.

Together, we explore how to confront these challenges without mirroring them- how to resist cruelty without becoming cruel, combat anger without being consumed by it, and dismantle systems of injustice while remaining grounding in compassion and humanity.

Shift Happens isn't just about understanding the world; it's about empowering you to shape it. Tune in and discover practical insights, inspiring stories, and the tools you need to resist with resilience, love and purpose.

Change is possible because shift happens.

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Episodes
  • J. Philip Newell & Cami Twilling: The Great Search
    May 14 2025

    This week Joe talks with author J. Philip Newell and Director of the Sacred Earth Sacred Soul Center Cami Twilling.

    John Philip Newell is an internationally renowned Celtic teacher and author of spirituality who calls the modern world to reawaken to the sacredness of Earth and every human being.

    He has been described as having ‘the heart of a Celtic bard and the mind of a Celtic scholar’, combining in his teachings the poetic and the intellectual, the head as well as the heart, and spiritual awareness as well as political and ecological concern.

    Cami Twilling, based in Colorado, is the Director of Earth & Soul (a Celtic initiative of study, spiritual practice and compassionate action inspired by the teachings of John Philip Newell). As well as heading up the overall work of Earth & Soul, she facilitates the spiritual practice component of the Earth & Soul Retreats.

    Cami is passionate about the relationship between spirituality and action and believes that spiritual vision and practice can play a vital role in helping to heal and transform our lives both individually and together.

    To learn more about their work, to follow on social media or to order Newell's books, please click HERE.


    Make sure to subscribe, give us a rating and share these stories. To connect with Joe on social media or email, please click HERE. To follow Shift Happens on Instagram, please click HERE.

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Kevin Sweeney: The Cosmic Christ and The Concrete Jesus
    May 7 2025

    In today's episode, Joe talks with author Kevin Sweeney.

    Kevin is the author of multiple books including, The Making of a Mystic and The Joy of Letting Go. Joe and Kevin jump into this new book that marries the mystic of the Cosmic Christ with the tradition of the prophetic black church as the concrete. The talk about the paradox of "Everything is ok and everything is not ok" and how we can operate in the both/and during an age that screams either/or.

    If you're interested in Kevin's coaching or writing or learning more about his work, click HERE. To order The Cosmic Christ and The Concrete Jesus, click HERE.

    Make sure to subscribe, give us a rating and share these stories. To connect with Joe on social media or email, please click HERE. To follow Shift Happens on Instagram, please click HERE.

    To help support the ongoing work of Shift Happens, click HERE.

    Wild Goose Festival is a transformational community grounded in faith-inspired social justice. Click the link to get all the info about this year's festival. Make sure to use the code A - MZN at check out for a $50 discount on any single adult ticket.

    See every side of every news story. Read the news from multiple perspectives.
    See through media bias with reliable news from local and international sources.To get your 40% discount to Ground News, click HERE.

    Visit The Slippery Slope Store for your exvangelical shirt needs. New merch coming soon. Use promo code therealjoesmith10 for 10% of your orders.

    If you are a Florida parent and looking to be more proactive or learning about advocacy work please visit Equality Florida's Parent...

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Lauren Cibene: Tiger in a Lifeboat
    Apr 30 2025

    This week Joe talks with author of Tiger in a Lifeboat, Lauren Cibene.

    Lauren's debut book, is a unique story of deconstructing, traveling through India and learning how to reclaim trust. Her writing style will speak to you regardless of where you are on your spiritual journey. Joe and Lauren deep dive into many of the themes of the book and how they relate to our changing world. No doubt, all of you will walk away feeling empowered to reclaim whatever it is you need to reclaim.

    To learn more about Lauren, her ongoing work and/or to preorder her book, click HERE.

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    • Women Who Run With Wolves

    Make sure to subscribe, give us a rating and share these stories. To connect with Joe on social media or email, please click HERE. To follow Shift Happens on Instagram, please click HERE.

    To help support the ongoing work of Shift Happens, click HERE.

    Wild Goose Festival is a transformational community grounded in faith-inspired social justice. Click the link to get all the info about this year's festival. Make sure to use the code A - MZN at check out for a $50 discount on any single adult ticket.

    See every side of every news story. Read the news from multiple perspectives.
    See through media bias with reliable news from local and international sources.To get your 40% discount to Ground News, click HERE.

    Visit The Slippery Slope Store for your exvangelical shirt needs. New merch coming soon. Use promo code therealjoesmith10 for 10% of your orders.

    If you are a Florida parent and looking to be more proactive or learning about advocacy work please visit Equality Florida's Parent...

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    1 hr and 3 mins

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