Know Why Podcast

In the second installment of this two-part interview, radio producer Steve Miller talks about his favorite jobs, what job he hated, and what made the difference. At the core of this conversation are some important questions... is it possible to do what you're passionate about, even when it doesn't pay? Is it possible to enjoy a job that isn't your "dream?" And what does worshiping God have to do with it all? The latest in Know Why's Thriving at Work series, this episode is a conversation you'll enjoy.

"Do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life." According to Steve Miller, that ancient proverb is misguided. In the first installment of this two-part interview, Steve shares the long journey he took to discover his true passion—drama—and why it's more than okay that drama isn't his livelihood today. The latest in Know Why's Thriving at Work series, this episode offers a fun conversation about childhood dreams, work, meaning, hobbies, community, and more. 

Does the thought of working 40 hours a week at the same place for decades sound unappealing? Here's your permission slip to say so out loud! In this installment of our Thriving at Work series, life coach Kerri Christopher from Clarity Life Consulting acknowledges that "having it all" is exhausting, explains what a "portfolio life" looks like, and challenges the notion that a successful career equals a successful life. She also shares tips for discerning what path your work life should take, and offers free resources to help. If the pressure to "climb the ladder" has been too heavy, breathe a sigh of relief and listen to Kerri's refreshing perspective.

Is burnout unavoidable? With workplace stress at an all-time high, it may seem that way. But according Dr. Eddy Brewer, Senior Pastor at Capitol Hill Assembly of God in Oklahoma City, the answer is no! His studies prove it is possible to prevent burnout and cultivate a healthy work-life balance. He shares the "how"—backed by extensive research and ancient wisdom—in this episode of the Know Why Podcast, the first in our series on Thriving at Work. 

Can racial justice and pro-life activism go hand-in-hand? In this episode of the Know Why Podcast, the latest installment of our Know About Pro-Lifers Series, Cherilyn Holloway says they not only can, but should. Founder and president of Pro-Black Pro-Life, Cherilyn challenges listeners to think and step outside the box in order to understand the systemic factors driving African American women to abortion. She offers practical advice for pro-life activists and a hopeful call for people from all backgrounds to work together to build a better future.

Monica Snyder from Secular Pro-Life is back! In Part 2 of her conversation with Know Why Podcast, Monica tackles tough questions including...
Do pro-lifers care about bodily autonomy? Do embryos *really* have heartbeats?Are women being denied life-saving treatment post-Roe?
Don't miss this latest installment of our Know About Pro-Lifers series!

Religious. Fundamentalist. Republican. This stereotype is how many people imagine pro-lifers. Monica Snyder, Executive Director of Secular Pro-Life, busts that stereotype in a two-part interview with Know Why Podcast. In this episode, Monica talks about Secular Pro-Life and uses her background in biology to discuss the beginning of human life and personhood. Ready for shattered perceptions and a biology lesson? Start listening!

What would it take for churches to provide the love, support, and encouragement women need when they're unexpectedly expecting? Amy Ford, President and Founder of Embrace Grace, Inc., has some ideas.
 
In this episode of the Know Why Podcast, hear Amy's powerful testimony and learn about the ministry making churches a place more people want to run to instead of away from.

Why do women seek abortion? Is abortion truly the best solution to women's problems? Do pro-lifers adequately address those problems...or do they make them worse?Bringing perspective to these difficult yet important questions is Chelsey Youman, the Texas State Director and National Legislative Advisor for Human Coalition. Chelsey kicks off Know Why's first #KnowAbout series by busting myths about abortion and why women seek it in the first place, what abortion opponents are doing well, and what the pro-life movement can do better.

If you want to be happy at work, you've got to find your dream job. Right? Maybe not.In this episode, Liberty dives into research on workism, fixed theory, and happiness to find out if having your "dream job" truly matters...and why or why not.