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Welcome To The Neighborhood (A Mister Rogers Tribute Podcast)

Welcome To The Neighborhood (A Mister Rogers Tribute Podcast)

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 A Tribute Podcast to Fred Rogers. The Official Podcast of the popular Twitter account @Mister RogersSay, hosted by Rick Lee James.

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  • Guest Lori G. Melton - Journey with a Giant

    Guest Lori G. Melton - Journey with a Giant
    Oct 31 2025
    Guest: Lori G. MeltonJourney with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with GodAuthor Lori G. Melton invites you to take the next step in your spiritual formation and embark on a year-long journey alongside a “giant” of faith, inspired by the author’s year of studying the life of Mister Fred Rogers, America’s favorite neighbor.So many of us want to go deeper in our faith. We long for a clearer sense of God’s calling in our lives, but knowing where to start can be more than half the battle. What if we could learn from a trusted guide who’s already walked the path? If you’re in leadership, what would you give to shadow someone like Queen Elizabeth II? Or if you’re an artist, what would you give to spend a year with Madeleine L’Engle or Michelangelo? What if you’re longing for courage and you could take notes from George Washington or Harriet Tubman? How might God shape you through the example of faithful believers and strengthen you to become who He created you to be? Journey with a Giant introduces the transformative practice of walking with a spiritual giant. Based on the “cloud of witnesses” described in Hebrews 12 and illustrated through the author’s experience walking with Mister Fred Rogers—America’s favorite neighbor—spiritual director Lori Melton guides readers on a one-year adventure that offers a unique approach to spiritual formation.This structured yet flexible guide includes: • weekly reflections• testimonials from fellow pilgrims• monthly instructions and tasks• prompts for recording your focus, goals, resources, and insights• guided prayer to end each month• reflection questions• journaling spaceWhether you choose to learn from Mister Rogers or select your own spiritual mentor, this journey will help you cultivate a closer relationship with God, uncover new insights about yourself, and take meaningful steps toward pursuing God’s unique calling for you.Get the Book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/764110/journey-with-a-giant-by-lori-g-melton/About the AuthorLori G. Melton is an author, spiritual director, retreat leader, and a member of Hope*Writers. She and her husband, Bryan, are the creators of the Sanctuary Stirrings Podcast and the founders and directors of The Sanctuary at Bear Creek Retreat Center, which serves hundreds of people a year. When she’s not writing, speaking, or welcoming guests, she enjoys spending time with her six children and three grandchildren. She and her husband live in Allegan, Michigan.Thank you for joining us here this week in the neighborhood.Theme Music featured on this podcast is “Won’t You Be My Neighbor” performed by Rick Lee JamesAlso a special thanks to the @MisterRogersSay Community on Twitter and Instagram.Your host is Rick Lee James.Rick’s Twitter account is @RickLeeJames and his web site is RickLeeJames.com.Podcasts From Rick Lee James & Voices In My Head ProductionsThis Podcast Is Hosted by Rick Lee JamesMister Rogers Quotes on Twitter: @MisterRogersSayRick Lee James on Twitter: @RickLeeJamesRick Lee James Web Site: www.RickLeeJames.com----more----Voices In My Head Productions does not profit from this program. This show is completely a labor of love out of the respect that the host has for the life of Fred Rogers. We do not own images or sound clips of Fred Rogers used on this show. While this is not a legally binding Mea Culpa, we would appreciate you not suing us. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe
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    36 mins
  • Going to the Hospital

    Going to the Hospital
    Jan 28 2025

    Mister Rogers thoughts on going to the hospital, a book to help kids lower their anxiety about receiving medical care.

    Thank you for joining us here this week in the neighborhood.

    Theme Music featured on this podcast is "Nouvelle Noel" by Kevin MacLeod

    Also a special thanks to the @MisterRogersSay Community on Twitter and Instagram.

    Your host is Rick Lee James.

    Rick's Twitter account is @RickLeeJames and his web site is RickLeeJames.com.

    Podcasts From Rick Lee James & Voices In My Head Productions

    This Podcast Is Hosted by Rick Lee JamesMister Rogers Quotes on Twitter: @MisterRogersSayRick Lee James on Twitter: @RickLeeJamesRick Lee James Web Site: www.RickLeeJames.com

    Voices In My Head Productions does not profit from this program. This show is completely a labor of love out of the respect that the host has for the life of Fred Rogers. We do not own images or sound clips of Fred Rogers used on this show. While this is not a legally binding Mea Culpa, we would appreciate you not suing us.



    This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe
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    14 mins
  • Won't You Be My Neighbor Day - Welcome To The Neighborhood

    Won't You Be My Neighbor Day - Welcome To The Neighborhood
    Mar 20 2024

    Won't You Be My Neighbor Day is a celebration that takes place every March 20th. The day is dedicated to honoring, appreciating, and celebrating the late Fred Rogers, who was the beloved host of the preschool TV series "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood". The show aired from 1968 to 2001, and even though it hasn't been broadcast in the last 21 years, it still holds a special place in many people's hearts. In fact, some still consider "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" as the benchmark for all other children's programs. The show is so iconic that those who grew up in the '70s and '80s undoubtedly remember watching Mister Rogers travel to the Neighborhood of Make-Believe and sing songs with his puppet friends.

    Thank you for joining us here this week in the neighborhood.

    Music featured on the podcast was “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” by Rick Lee James Special Thanks to The @MisterRogersSay Community on Twitter.

    Our Substack page is https://rickleejames.substack.com/s/welcome-to-the-neighborhood-a-mister.

    Our Instagram page is https://www.instagram.com/misterrogerssay/

    I’m your host, Rick Lee James. My Twitter account is @RickLeeJames, my website is RickLeeJames.com, My other Podcast is Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast), and I look forward to being with you again next time.

    Until Then, You make each day a special day. You know how? By just your being you. There's only one person in this whole world like you. And people can like you exactly as you are.

    https://www.patreon.com/rickleejames



    This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe
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    14 mins
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