I’m pretty excited about this episode. My friend Kori, and former kickball team mate, also happens to have a PhD in Educational Psychology and every time I talk to her I am amazed by her wisdom. In this episode, we delve into research on belonging in STEM through a critical lens. The discussion reveals that the view of STEM as inherently objective, rational, and logical is a cultural assumption rooted in whiteness, which can exclude people of color and other ways of knowing, such as indigenous perspectives. By examining how systems of power impact context and belonging, particularly for Black and Latina students, we aim to challenge and deconstruct these prevailing perceptions in STEM.Find out more about Dr. Kori: https://education.indiana.edu/about/directory/profiles/nicolai-korinthia.html Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

Wow, we're back, everyone! I may have convinced my wife, Kim, to join me as a permanent co-host! For those who don't know her, Kim is a brilliant scholar and human being. She's got a background as a creative director for our UX design studio back in the day and in non-profit management. She received an MA in Education from VCU in Culturally Responsive Leadership. Today, we're surveying the upcoming season and briefly touching on the concept of the perception gap. First, from a theological perspective, and later we apply it to a modern concept. I'm so happy to be back with y'all! Follow Kim on IG @kim_van_essen Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

On today's episode we have SHOC's pastor Donna Burkland on! We get to talk about how Intersectionality adds complexity to one's life and can result in additional expenses, how disability justice should be covered by insurance, and also attending conferences and making plans can be exciting and require careful consideration.Check out her church: https://www.safeharboroc.com/Or follow her on IG: https://www.instagram.com/donnaaburkland/ Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

In this conversation, Emily Paulson discusses her journey as a recovery advocate and her experience with multi-level marketing (MLM). She shares her involvement with the Sober Mom Squad, an online community for moms struggling with alcohol use. She explains what MLMs are and why they can be harmful and reflects on her own participation in an MLM and the realization of her complicity in upholding harmful systems. Emily emphasizes the importance of sitting with discomfort and recognizing the nuances in complex issues. She encourages individuals to challenge assumptions and strive for a deeper understanding of the systems they are a part of.Takeaways Recognize the harm that MLMs can cause and be cautious of their predatory nature. Engage in open and honest conversations about complicity and the systems we participate in. Sit with discomfort and embrace ambiguity to foster personal growth and understanding. Challenge assumptions and strive for a deeper understanding of complex issues.Links and Socials: Instagram Buy "Hey, Hun" Sober Mom Squad Ted Talk (no biggie) Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

In this episode we are joined by my friends Billie Hoard and Eden and we have a frank conversation about our trans journey, how we struggle, and ultimately how we embrace growth. Follow Billie:TwitterInstagramThreadsSubstackFollow Eden and his podcast InstagramPodcast Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

I'm so happy to be back again! Sorry for a pause in publishing - a lot has been going on but I'm excited to share all the stories from guests that I have interviewed. On today's show we are joined by Zach Lambert and we get to talk about how to create safe spaces, how pastors have a leading role in creating movements for queer people and other marginalized folks, and the understand that that no one is free, until everyone is free. Follow Zach on socials (but you probably already do!) TwitterInstagramThreadsBluesky Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

Hello all! We're back with Season 4!As has become tradition, we start the season with my wife Kim and hear her insights on this season's topics. This Season is all about intersectionality; we explore and dive deeper into what that means. If you have the chance, do watch the Ted Talk by Kimberlé Crenshaw about the The urgency of intersectionality: https://www.ted.com/talks/kimberle_crenshaw_the_urgency_of_intersectionalityfollow on IG: @michevanessenfollow on TT: @michevanessenEmail us: [email protected] to the Like Quiche Substack: https://likequiche.substack.com/and learn more about how we can help your faith organization thrive in a healthy way: www.jointheresaoncne.com Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

On today's show, we are joined by Micah Melody Taberner. Micah Melody is the Community Care Coordinator for Transmission Ministry Collective—an online community dedicated to the spiritual care, faith formation, and leadership potential of transgender and gender-expansive Christians. The TMC community is created by and for trans people, building a space where trans Christians can be connected to others, grounded in their identity and faith, and empowered to lead. Their programs include an array of support groups, a 24-7 moderated chat server, a leadership development initiative, and educational and faith formation events for both trans folks and those wishing to practice allyship. You can learn more about TMC at https://transmissionministry.com. Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

Just a heads up, there are some siren sounds in the background. Today's guest is Liz Edamn. Liz Edman (she/her) is an Episcopal priest and political strategist, a published author of "Queer Virtue" who has been igniting people's understanding of Christianity and queer life for more than 25 years.  She has lived and worked on the front lines of some of the most salient contemporary issues where religion meets sexuality, serving as an inner city hospital chaplain to people with HIV/AIDS from 1989 to 1995, helping craft political and communications strategies for marriage equality efforts, and persevering for almost two decades to become an openly queer priest in the Episcopal Church.   Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe

On today's episode, we are joined by Pastor Anthony from the Table Church. Anthony Parrott hails from Goshen, Indiana. Before moving to Washington, DC in 2020, he and his family pastored in northwest Iowa for 10 years. He received a Bachelors in Philosophy and Bible from Bethel University, Indiana, and a Masters of Divinity with an emphasis in Theology from Asbury Theological Seminary. He has the joy of being a husband to Emily and father to Audrey and Wesley. He’s a devoted fan of Star Wars and a connoisseur of fine sodas. Get full access to Like Quiche at www.likequiche.com/subscribe