Episodes
In this episode, we share first-hand stories of Friends whose spiritual courage led them into the heart of the movement, even when they were beaten and threatened with death.
Published 03/20/24
On this episode, Carrie shares how she came to Quakerism, how she writes from a place of meditation and silence, and, of course, she sings a few songs for us.
Published 03/13/24
Are bonnets and broad-brimmed hats still part of the Quaker uniform?
Published 02/28/24
Finding a Spiritual Home: What Does Quakerism Look Like for the Next Generation?
Published 02/21/24
Why are there so few Black Quakers in mostly-white Quaker meetings? What can white Quakers do to support and encourage Friends of Color? And what can we learn from how Black Friends worship?
Published 02/14/24
This season, we've got spiritually courageous Friends, big Quaker questions, vocal ministry and more!
Published 01/31/24
We’re looking back at some of your favorite episodes and ours with our year-end countdown. Join us as we remember some of the most thoughtful moments in our first season.
Published 12/20/23
Should Quakers still be on social media?
Published 12/06/23
For the final episode of Season 1, we’re taking a peek behind the curtain of Thee Quaker Project — from inspiration to realization.
Published 11/02/23
Quakers tend to think of “vocal ministry” as someone standing and speaking in a Meeting for Worship. But when we approached O about doing an episode with us, she invited us to expand our thinking.
Published 10/26/23
From Reddit to Discord, Twitter to Facebook… we take a tour of the places where Quakers (and the Quaker curious!) are congregating online.
Published 10/19/23
On a cold, rainy day in October 1656, early Quaker leader James Nayler rode into the city of Bristol on a horse. He was surrounded by his followers singing “hosanna” and laying garments in his path in a re-enactment of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem. We've got questions.
Published 10/12/23
Ranters, Diggers, Levellers, Muggletonians… These religious and political sects disrupted an already wild era in 17th century England. But who were these radicals and what do they have to do with Quakers?
Published 10/05/23
Mark Condo brings an unexpected inspiration to his latest sermon series: rock and roll.
Published 09/20/23
Isabella Rosner never imagined that her list of strange Quaker names would be liked, shared, and retweeted millions of times. We asked Isabella where she found these unusual names (i.e. Experience Cuppage), and how deep dive into women’s needlework revealed not only Quirky Quaker monikers but also a colorful and lesser known side of Quakerism.
Published 09/13/23
Quaker author Edith Maxwell is a best-selling mystery writer with more than 30 novels in publication. She says it’s her series about a young Quaker midwife solving murders and delivering babies that is closest to her heart.
Published 09/06/23
This week, we take you inside of Durham Friends Meeting (the Maine one!) where Craig Freshley asks the provocative question, “What if God was the rest of your body?”
Published 08/16/23
Friends school graduate Noah Poulos is putting down roots as he and his wife start an organic farm in rural North Carolina. But in the process, he has found his Quaker roots are also sprouting into a spiritual awakening he never expected.
Published 08/09/23
When worship goes online is something lost? Is something gained?
Published 08/03/23
Today, we’re going on a walk to see a tree that has been a witness to the Underground Railroad. It’s a tree that sheds light on Quakers and slavery. A tree that’s been around as long as the United States.
Published 07/26/23
Pastor Ashley Wilcox invites us to listen in to a recent service at New Garden Friends Meeting
Published 07/12/23
On this week’s episode, we ask, what happens when your calling seems to be in opposition to the thing that unites your faith community?
Published 07/06/23
Sarah and Angelina Grimke were unapologetically anti-slavery and pro-women’s rights. Their convictions were driven by their faith in God, yet it got them booted from Quakerism, made them a byword among their Southern peers, and even caused controversy among fellow abolitionists.
Published 06/28/23
In this week's episode, we share 3 essays written by members of Central Philadelphia Monthly Meeting about their experience of Quaker Meeting for Worship.
Published 06/21/23