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This “Enlightened” New World utopia isn’t turning out to be all it was cracked up to be. Society is disenchanting, but are the only alternatives hiding out in the hills or burying yourself in books? With an air of levity and a touch of humor, John Heers teaches how to examine the confusing New World by calling upon the mind and wisdom of oft-forgotten Old. Heavy Things, Lightly.

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Heavy Things Lightly John Heers

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    • 4.9 • 71 Ratings

This “Enlightened” New World utopia isn’t turning out to be all it was cracked up to be. Society is disenchanting, but are the only alternatives hiding out in the hills or burying yourself in books? With an air of levity and a touch of humor, John Heers teaches how to examine the confusing New World by calling upon the mind and wisdom of oft-forgotten Old. Heavy Things, Lightly.

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    Wrestling the Spirits of the Old & New Worlds

    Wrestling the Spirits of the Old & New Worlds

    Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/iM7T0Fkui3w
    About Sister Anastasia: A member of an Orthodox monastery, she received her MA in Theology from St Vladimir's Seminary. She has long studied ancient praxis and modern addiction in all its varieties, which informs her writing on purification, inner prayer, and the role of the Church in a rapidly changing world. Today she sits down with John to talk about life in the Church and the new world influences all around us.
    Visit us at https://first-things.org/ 2 years.
    Deep cultural immersion. Intense personal discovery. See what it means to become a Field Worker with FTF: https://first-things.org/opportunities or email Daniel at danielpadrnos@first-things.org for more information.
    Like the podcast? Join us for more on Substack: https://johnheersftf.substack.com/
    Telegram: https://t.me/firstthingsfoundation
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    --- This “Enlightened” New World utopia isn’t turning out to be all it was cracked up to be. Society is disenchanting, but are the only alternatives hiding out in the hills or burying yourself in books? With an air of levity and a touch of humor, John Heers teaches how to examine the confusing New World by calling upon the mind and wisdom of oft-forgotten Old. Heavy Things, Lightly. ---
    Credits Music: Intro / Outro Provided by Greg Gilbertson & Band


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    • 1 hr 10 min
    The Canadian Education Dilemma

    The Canadian Education Dilemma

    Find this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qTjJyeptXiI
    Dawn Muir is an Orff Specialist teaching K-5 music in Winnipeg, enriched by graduate studies in education at O.I.S.E. (M. Ed) and Cambridge UK (Ph. D), and ongoing studies in Afro-Caribbean dance and drumming, and World Music. Dawn is committed to musical excellence and grounding music in its cultural context. She joins John today to talk the decisions facing educators and institutions in Canada.
    Visit us at https://first-things.org/
    2 years. Deep cultural immersion. Intense personal discovery. See what it means to become a Field Worker with FTF: https://first-things.org/opportunities or email Daniel at danielpadrnos@first-things.org for more information.
    Like the podcast? Join us for more on Substack: https://johnheersftf.substack.com/
    Telegram: https://t.me/firstthingsfoundation
    And you should definitely check out Keipi Restaurant 👉 https://keipirestaurant.org
    Please leave a review with your comments! Your support keeps this podcast alive and allows us to broaden our discussion.
    --- This “Enlightened” New World utopia isn’t turning out to be all it was cracked up to be. Society is disenchanting, but are the only alternatives hiding out in the hills or burying yourself in books? With an air of levity and a touch of humor, John Heers teaches how to examine the confusing New World by calling upon the mind and wisdom of oft-forgotten Old. Heavy Things, Lightly. ---
    Credits Music: Intro / Outro Provided by Greg Gilbertson & Band


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

    • 1 hr 19 min
    An Unforgettable Story w/ Vesper Stamper

    An Unforgettable Story w/ Vesper Stamper

    Find this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/2hJrnGLbCUQ
    Support Heavy Things Lightly and First Things Foundation through Glassybaby: https://tinyurl.com/v6a9j7zs
    Vesper Stamper: https://vesperstamper.com/ On Instagram / Youtube:  @vesperillustration  On Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/muj2hbx4
    Vesper Stamper is a brilliant illustrator and artist telling stories of (in her words) history's rhymes. In addition to her work receiving international acclaim, she also produces her own podcast, Vesperisms, to cultivate a rehumanized world view.
    Art of The Tamada - find tickets and more at: https://first-things.org/aot
    Visit us at https://first-things.org/
    2 years. Deep cultural immersion. Intense personal discovery. See what it means to become a Field Worker with FTF: https://first-things.org/opportunities or email Daniel at danielpadrnos@first-things.org for more information.
    Like the podcast? Join us for more on Substack: https://johnheersftf.substack.com/
    Telegram: https://t.me/firstthingsfoundation
    And you should definitely check out Keipi Restaurant 👉 https://keipirestaurant.org
    Please leave a review with your comments! Your support keeps this podcast alive and allows us to broaden our discussion.
    --- This “Enlightened” New World utopia isn’t turning out to be all it was cracked up to be. Society is disenchanting, but are the only alternatives hiding out in the hills or burying yourself in books? With an air of levity and a touch of humor, John Heers teaches how to examine the confusing New World by calling upon the mind and wisdom of oft-forgotten Old. Heavy Things, Lightly. ---
    Credits Music: Intro / Outro Provided by Greg Gilbertson & Band


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

    • 59 min
    Is Classical Education Elitist?

    Is Classical Education Elitist?

    Find this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/szSyVWD5qO8
    Jason Caros is the headmaster for a Founders Classical Academy in Texas. Founders utilizes a classical approach to education characterized by a traditional liberal arts and sciences curriculum and whole-group teaching methodology with an orientation towards truth, beauty, and goodness. Following on the heels of our conversation with Andrew Kern, Jason further expounds on the present and future of classical education.
    Founders Classical Academy: https://foundersclassical.com/
    Jason's Website: https://www.headmasterjc.com/
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    Art of the Tamada is coming up! Check it out: https://first-things.org/aot
    Visit us at https://first-things.org/
    2 years. Deep cultural immersion. Intense personal discovery. See what it means to become a Field Worker with FTF: https://first-things.org/opportunities or email Daniel at danielpadrnos@first-things.org for more information.
    Like the podcast? Join us for more on Substack: https://johnheersftf.substack.com/
    Telegram: https://t.me/firstthingsfoundation
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    Please leave a review with your comments! Your support keeps this podcast alive and allows us to broaden our discussion.
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    This “Enlightened” New World utopia isn’t turning out to be all it was cracked up to be. Society is disenchanting, but are the only alternatives hiding out in the hills or burying yourself in books? With an air of levity and a touch of humor, John Heers teaches how to examine the confusing New World by calling upon the mind and wisdom of oft-forgotten Old. Heavy Things, Lightly.
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    Credits Music: Intro / Outro Provided by Greg Gilbertson & Band


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

    • 58 min
    Justin Brierley and Re-Enchantment

    Justin Brierley and Re-Enchantment

    Find this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/J_cDmp250Pk
    About Justin (from his website - link below): Justin is a freelance writer, speaker and broadcaster who has become known for creating dialogues between Christians and non-Christians. Justin is passionate about creating conversations around faith, science, theology and culture. He has also authored a two books: 'Unbelievable?' and 'The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God'.
    Learn more about Justin: https://justinbrierley.com/
    Visit us at https://first-things.org/
    2 years. Deep cultural immersion. Intense personal discovery. See what it means to become a Field Worker with FTF: https://first-things.org/opportunities or email Daniel at danielpadrnos@first-things.org for more information.
    Like the podcast? Join us for more on Substack: https://johnheersftf.substack.com/
    Telegram: https://t.me/firstthingsfoundation
    And you should definitely check out Keipi Restaurant 👉 https://keipirestaurant.org
    Please leave a review with your comments! Your support keeps this podcast alive and allows us to broaden our discussion.
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    This “Enlightened” New World utopia isn’t turning out to be all it was cracked up to be. Society is disenchanting, but are the only alternatives hiding out in the hills or burying yourself in books? With an air of levity and a touch of humor, John Heers teaches how to examine the confusing New World by calling upon the mind and wisdom of oft-forgotten Old. Heavy Things, Lightly.
    ---
    Credits Music: Intro / Outro Provided by Greg Gilbertson & Band


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

    • 1 hr 1 min
    State of the Pod 2024

    State of the Pod 2024

    Find the YouTube version here: https://youtu.be/GwKAlkCZK-s
    What is Heavy Things Lightly? What are the conversations we want to have? Or the ideas we want to explore? Here is what we are doing now and in the future.
    Visit us at https://first-things.org/
    2 years. Deep cultural immersion. Intense personal discovery. See what it means to become a Field Worker with FTF: https://first-things.org/opportunities or email Daniel at danielpadrnos@first-things.org for more information.
    Like the podcast? Join us for more on Substack: https://johnheersftf.substack.com/
    Telegram: https://t.me/firstthingsfoundation
    And you should definitely check out Keipi Restaurant 👉 https://keipirestaurant.org
    Please leave a review with your comments! Your support keeps this podcast alive and allows us to broaden our discussion.


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

    • 16 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
71 Ratings

71 Ratings

CantYouTell ,

Love this show

John is a great conversationalist and most importantly is curious about the important things. A great listen.

Natrid ,

Love it!

Heavy things, done lightly. Perfect.

yankeedoodle19 ,

So good!

Great to get an old world perspective!

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