Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints
Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints
Podcast Description
Sacred Legions interview secular saints, a term coined by author Kurt Vonnegut for people performing decently in an indecent world. Hosted by Max Goller and Pat LaMarche, we find out what inspired our guests in their saintly journey and ask them to contribute volunteer and self-care resources for our audience that they will be able to find on our website, sacredlegions.org. As Kurt said, ""No damn cat and no damn cradle...There is only one rule I know of babies—goddamn it, you've got to be kind!"
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The podcast covers themes such as human rights, social justice, global stewardship, and volunteerism, with episodes featuring discussions on mentorship in support of the unhoused, the personal stories of formerly incarcerated advocates, and community responses to crises, exemplified by the inspiring actions of residents during September 11th in Gander.
Sacred Legions interview secular saints, a term coined by author Kurt Vonnegut for people performing decently in an indecent world. Hosted by Max Goller, we find out what inspired our guests in their saintly journey and ask them to contribute volunteer and self-care resources for our audience that they will be able to find on our website, sacredlegions.org. As Kurt said, “”No damn cat and no damn cradle…There is only one rule I know of babies—goddamn it, you’ve got to be kind!”
In this episode of Sacred Legions, host Max Goller engages with Alexis Whitham and April Krall from the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless. They discuss the importance of community support for the unhoused, the impact of policies on homelessness, and the need for empathy in healthcare. The conversation highlights the Homeless Persons Memorial Vigil, personal journeys into advocacy, and the significance of housing-first initiatives. The guests share insights on outreach efforts, the role of art in community engagement, and the challenges of substance use among the unhoused. They emphasize the importance of understanding the systemic issues surrounding homelessness and the need for affordable housing solutions.
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