Where Ya From? Podcast
Where Ya From? Podcast creates an atmosphere where all people—regardless of our differences—can openly discuss ideas, issues, culture, experiences, faith, and more so we can learn from each other and the Word of God. New episodes released weekly on Tuesdays.
Where Ya From? Podcast is presented by the Voices Collection, a part of Our Daily Bread Ministries.
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95. Chasing Justice with Sandra Van Opstal | Be...
What does it mean to worship through justice? Join us for this final episode of the Where Ya From? Podcast as we circle back to our conversation with Latina author, pastor, and speaker Sandra Van Opstal and explore how Scripture should fuel our desire to seek justice in our communities and around the world.
63 min
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94. Hispanic Theological Education with Dr. Jus...
Is there only one way to read the Bible? Check out this Season 4 conversation we had with the legendary Dr. Justo González about how our context—and even Jesus’ context—shapes how we read, interpret, and engage with Scripture.
61 min
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93. Where Racial Justice and Faith Meet with Dr...
How do you grow up in a broken world and still find your voice to advocate for community as God intended? We’re revisiting our conversation with the late Dr. William Pannell and Dr. Jemar Tisby to learn how their journeys growing up with racism in the communities they loved shaped their desire to break the silence.
52 min
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92. Juneteenth with Dr. Carey Latimore | Best o...
On this special Best of Where Ya From? episode, we’re honoring the legacy of the late author and historian Dr. Carey Latimore by reflecting on his conversation, sharing the legacy of Juneteenth, it’s connection to unshakable faith, and the hope it still inspires today.
49 min
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91. Don't Try to Figure Me Out with Mali Music ...
What’s the line between passion and purpose? Join us as we revisit our conversation with Grammy-award winning musician Mali Music and hear about his true love of worship, music, and how he followed God’s call—even when it went against what everyone else was saying.
45 min
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90. Colorism, Microaggressions, & White Suprema...
Our identities are often influenced by our surroundings—the good, the bad, and the ugly. Join us as we revisit our conversation with theologian Ekemini Uwan, and hear how we can help people navigate the cultural influences that can impact our faith, our society, and our worth.
38 min
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89. Jazz, Faith, and Bridging Music with Ruth N...
Where could jazz music, justice work, and rich theology intersect? Join us as we revisit our conversation with Season 1 guest Ruth Naomi Floyd to hear how embracing the truths of the gospel shaped the musician, advocate, Christian woman she is today.
59 min
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88. Racial Blind Spots and Christian Justice wi...
Unfortunately, our lives will always have some sort of blind spots. But it’s our response to them that truly matters. Hear pastor and author Daniel Hill share his commitment to helping himself and others work through blind spots related to race and justice in order to better care and practice justice for all.
38 min
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87. Healing in the Native American Journey with...
In a society full of unsettling truths, how do we move forward? How do we rightfully acknowledge the traumas and injustices of our past while making plans for our future? Hear how guest Mark Charles has learned how to navigate these questions in the pursuit of connecting all places and cultures of our world.
60 min
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86. Fighting Battles Together with Carolyn Cust...
On this “Best of Where Ya From?” episode, Carolyn Custis James shares her personal experience with gender inequality and the passion she has for helping all women see their role in God’s kingdom.
40 min
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85. Black Apologetics with Lisa Fields | Best o...
What do you do when someone challenges your faith? In this “Best of WYF?” episode, we look back at our conversation with Christian apologist Lisa Fields, and how her personal questions of faith guided her determination to equip herself with the tools necessary to defend her beliefs—and the mission to help others too.
44 min
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84. Where Do We Go From Here? with Rasool Berry
There comes a point when you realize it’s time to finally close the book and start a new story. Join us for this special episode as Rasool shares some of his biggest takeaways from five years of Where Ya From? conversations, what to expect in this final season, and a look at what is coming next!
19 min
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83. "Leading with Excellence" with Nicole Martin
What does it mean to truly lead like Jesus? Rev. Dr. Nicole Martin stops by to share some of the lessons of servant leadership that she’s learned behind the pulpit, in the classroom, and in her new role with Christianity Today.
63 min
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82. "Navigating Cultural Identity" with Daniell...
Have you been living out the plan God has created with you specifically in mind? Hear The Witness Foundation president and multi-talented Danielle Marck share her experiences pivoting the directions of her life to live fully into her unexpected callings from God.
59 min
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81. "Courage Through Crisis" with Brady Boyd
Can we ever get past the things that threaten to divide us? Hear Pastor Brady Boyd share his experience building bridges—in both good and bad times—that bring the gospel to the tipping points of our culture.
52 min
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80. "Journey to Justice" with Jonathan Irons
Could you keep fighting for your innocence after spending your best years behind bars? Hear Jonathan Irons share his 23½ yearlong fight for justice.
70 min
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79. "Winning With Justice" with Maya Moore Irons
Winning where it truly counts usually means you’ll have to defy some odds. Hear basketball legend Maya Moore Irons’ remarkable story of faith, love, and justice that could only happen by leaving the sports world’s biggest stage for a different type of court.
68 min
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78. "From Pain to Empowerment" with Orsika Feje...
Is there a way out of the quicksand? Orsika Fejer-Baas sits down to share her brave story of overcoming and resilience through horrific experiences of domestic abuse.
50 min
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77. "Finding Light in Darkness" with Lily Meschi
What good plans could God make out of our brokenness? Join us to hear Lily Meschi’s remarkable story of coming to know Christ in her darkest moments and her calling to help her Iranian sisters know just how wonderfully and fearfully they are made.
59 min
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76. "Cross Cultural Christianity" with Rich Vil...
Can our differences really be our greatest strengths? Pastor and author Rich Villodas shares his passion for staying faithful to the Gospel while remaining emotionally and contextually connected to the vastly different people he serves.
57 min
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75. "From Superwoman to Well Woman" with Dr. Je...
How can we be there for others while also making sure we’re taking care of ourselves? Hear Dr. Jeanne Porter King share the lessons for practicing wellness and living a holistic life in God that she wishes she learned a lot sooner.
51 min
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74. "Choosing Christ Over Career" with Cameron ...
Could you walk away from success, fame, and money if you felt the Holy Spirit tapping you on your shoulder? Hear Cameron Arnett’s life story, worthy of any Hollywood film, as he shares his infectious gratitude for God’s continual faithfulness in connecting all the dots of his life.
64 min
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73. "Migration and Ministry" with Dr. M. Daniel...
What does welcoming the stranger look like when we ourselves feel like strangers in the world? Hear Dr. Danny Carrol’s commitment to bring the Bible’s view of immigration across borders and the shared citizenship we all have.
56 min
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72. "Becoming a Whole Man" with Rasool Berry
There’s a growing crisis many of us are facing, but are afraid to speak up about. Well, now it’s time to start talking. Sit down to hear our personal experiences, favorite conversations, and profound moments had with the newly released The Whole Man Project.
55 min
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71. "Finding My Privilege" with Aitina Fareed-C...
How can the broken parts of your past help define your future—in a good way? Hear award-winning recording artist and creative mind Aitina Fareed-Cooke’s journey defying the odds and the privileges we all have to create. Hear her tell stories celebrating the life of freedom and love we can have in and through Christ.
64 min