A Tiny Revolution

What is the purpose of Church? What is a holy text? There are some incredible conversation points covered today when Kevin sits down with Alicia Crosby, co-founder of the Center for Inclusivity in Chicago. They talk about her story, how she started CFI, and their mutual passion for people finding good, spiritual community. ... You can follow Alicia Crosby on twitter @PromiseChaser And get connected with her work at the Center for Inclusivity at www.CenterforInclusivity.org ... Check out Sudio Headphones here: https://goo.gl/1pzcx3 Remember to use offer code REVOLUTION15 to get 15% off any purchase from Sudio...foreverrrr. :) ... Be sure to check all this stuff out on the blog and be sure to check Kevin's speaking dates and appearances at www.thekevingarcia.com/speaking

Bobby Jo Valentine was born into Baptist surroundings, was nearly a missionary, nearly married the wrong person, lost his faith, found his faith, and has come out on the other end with a guitar in his hand and a smile on his face. Now a full-time musician and mystic himself, Bobby Jo joins Kevin for a delightful conversation. They trade stories about the mission field, about expansive faith, and how we're still trying to figure all this shit out. ... You can connect with Bobby Jo Valentine at www.BobbyJoValentine.com www.Facebook.com/BobbyJoV and on twitter @BobbyJoValentin. And be sure to check out his new album, "Fox Eyes. Whale Heart." Available on iTunes and from his website. ... Connect with me over at www.theKevinGarcia.com and on all the social medias @theKevinGarcia. Please rate this podcast in iTunes AND Please consider supporting the production of this podcast thru Patreon: www.patreon.com/thekevingarcia

Dr. Robyn Henderson-Espinoza is a queer, non-binary trans, mixed race latinx public theologian and activist working to make the ethics and theologies of our justice movements accessible to the everyday person in the streets. With multiple intersecting identities, Dr. Robyn is exploring in tangible ways what it means to be a person of faith, committed to radical difference and bridging the gaps in otherwise estranged communities. This conversation is one for the books folks so hang out to ya hat! ... Connect with Dr. Robyn on all the social medias @iRobyn, on their blog http://www.irobyn.com and with their Kickstarter for activist theology here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1857622159/making-activist-theology (They are just over $1500 away from their goal, so let's be the people of God and work to make this happen!) ... Connect with me on all the social media @theKevinGarcia on the blog www.thekevingarcia.com and learn how you can suppor this work at www.patreon.com/thekevingarcia

Growing up as a queer person of color, RV Mendoza knew how to play the game and played it better than anyone else. In his 20's, he began exploring what it would be like to live as openly queer Christian, and that revelation set him free to finally become the artist and person he always dreamt he could be. You're going to love this candid and hilarious conversation. ... Follow RV Mendoza on FB, Twitter, and Insta @RVxMendoza. On Snapchat at rvmendoza And check out his blog at the intersection of money and mindfullness at www.financialownership.com ... Learn more about Activist Theology here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1857622159/making-activist-theology ... Get your Pride shirts here at www.thekevingarcia.com/merch and check out the new youtube channel at www.youtube.com/helloimkevn

So it’s the 21st century, we’re all progressive and there is one thing that we all have trouble talking about: sin. Sure, it might be easier to talk about corporate and cultural sins like racism, but what about for the individual? And how do we talk about it as queer people? Today, Austen Hartke, creator of the YouTube series “Transgender and Christian” joins me to discuss just that. We also talk about doubt, faith, and setting shit on fire. … Connect with Austen Hartke on all the social media @AustenLionheart, and connect with all his work through www.AustenHartke.com … Get your Queerly Beloved PRIDE Shirts at www.theKevinGarcia.com/merch … Tickets for the Wild Goose Festival can be found at www.WildGooseFestival.org and remember to use offer code BEMYGUEST at check out to get 25% off.

No, not a new episode, BUT! It is a fun announcement. ... YouTube.com/HelloImKevn

In an age where we are so connected via social media and online community, why is it that we feel quite alone at times? Why is it that we know more about celebrities and internet personalities than we do about our neighbors? Let's talk about it. In this episode, we're covering parasocial relationships, Beyoncé, tribalism, online community vs proximal community, sacramental friendship and so much more! .... Connect with Kevin at www.theKevinGarcia.com

Dr. Ken Fong served at his church for nearly four decades, and in that time, walked his church from being simply a place that was loving, but not affirming, to a family that fully inclusive and embraced LGBTQ+ identities. In this podcast, Kevin and Dr. Fong cover that, plus feelings about evangelicalism in light of a Trump administration, our reptile brains, and his podcast, Asian America. ... You can connect with Dr. Ken Fong on Twitter @KenUyedaFong, and you can check out his podcast at AsianAmericaPodcast.com. ... Be sure to connect with Kevin on all the social media and on his blog, theKevinGarcia.com. ... Music for this podcast included: "Disco Lounge" by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100602 Artist: http://incompetech.com/ "I Need to Start Writing Things Down" by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/darkglow/ Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/

Having conversations with people who are different than you can be difficult. In fact, it can be downright heartbreaking and spiritually draining, especially when it comes to talking with your communities about matters LGBTQ inclusion, racial justice, immigration reform, etc. In this episode, we'll be talking about how to have conversations with people who are different you, how to effectively navigate those conversations, and move people towards a more gracious position. ... Thank you so much to all my Patreon supporters who help make this work possible. If you believe that creating safer spaces for LGBTQ people is important, that representation matters, or that having content specifically created for marginalized identity is crucial, become a Patron today. You can learn all about that at Patreon.com/thekevingarcia.

AND WE'RE BACK! This week, Rev. Emmy Kegler shares her story towards becoming a Lutheran pastor and subtly tries to convert Kevin to the mainline. It's honestly such a fun conversation, and there's some beautiful moments where we talk about communion and the power of religious community. Enjoy! _______ You can connect with Rev. Emmy Kegler on twitter @EmmyKegler and with her writing at QueerGrace.com. _______ The music for today's show was by My Terrible Friend, of their self titled EP. The song is called "When I Decide." Check out that project along with all of Nataly Dawn's work online at https://www.youtube.com/user/natalydawn

For artists and creators, making art and creating is not always the easiest thing. Whether it's doubt, the size and scope of a project, or just the creative process being difficult, creativity sometimes kicks our asses to the curb. Today, SueAnne Shiah, a multidisciplinary artists and theologian of color living in Nashville, TN, shares about the process of creating her feature length documentary about a Taiwanese pilgrimage, "Huandao," and about the spiritual metaphysics of Sabbath and rest. It's a very very thick conversation, and I know you're going to love it. ... You can connect with SueAnn through social media @SueAnnShiah, and make sure to join us for a live tweet session of her documentary's online debut on March 31. You can get all that info at HuandaoFilm.com . ... Music credits for this podcast include: "Won't Let Go" by HIER LVLS. You can follow HIER LVLS on Instagram, @HierLvls, and check his work out on Spotify and iTunes. Triangle by Audionautix. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/ "I Am a Man Who Will Fight for Your Honor" by Chris Zabriskie. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/honor/ Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/

First kisses can be magical! But so many of us are taught that we cannot trust our experience, our feelings, or our bodies. Today, Candice Czubernat, a gay Christian therapist, shares her story of how she met her wife, about learning to trust herself, and how painful experiences can be beautifully redeemed. ... You can connect with Candice on Twitter, @theChristianCL, on Facebook.com/theChristianCloset, and find out more about her services and therapy practice at TheChristianCloset.com. ... Music for today's podcast was "Only God Knows" by Thomas Branch, featuring Tiffany Ivey, and produced by Jonathan Gilpatrick, aka HIER LVLS. You can Find Thomas Branch on iTunes, Spotify, and connect with Jon thru social media @jonathangilpatrick. ... Learn how you can support this podcast at Patreon.com/theKevinGarcia

It’s only been 7 days since the tyrant took office, and it’s already been hella stressful on all of us, but even more so for Muslims in our country. Today, Iman Nadeem, a student, musician, and activist living Nashville, joins us for a conversation about what it’s been like to be a Muslim woman in light of the election, the executive orders, and the media circus that is the new presidency. You can connect with Iman Nadeem on Instagram and Twitter @ImanNadeemMusic. … Become a Patron at $1 or more a month thru PATREON before February 1 and get $10 off your #BadTheologyKills shirt! What could be better than that! go to Patreon.com/thekevingarcia to learn more. … Music for today’s podcast was “The Spirt vs. The Kick-Drum” by Derek Webb from the album, “Stockholm Syndrome.”

Blue Babies Pink is a 44-part Southern coming out story, written by Brett Trapp, a former citizen of the corporate world turned writer, speaker, and social entrepreneur. This episode, Kevin and Brett drink whiskey while talking about the project, the ups and downs of it, what coming out in the south is like, the unique story that we are all telling, and what’s next in the life of this every interesting human. This is a fun one, y’all. You’re gonna love this story. ... You can connect with Brett on Instagram and Twitter @BrettTrapp, and you can read his entire story over on BlueBabiesPink.com. And if you don’t want to read, BBP will be released very soon in an audio version on the BBP Podcast! Check that out wherever you listen to your podcasts. Brett Trapp will be on his Bookless Tour Jan 22-Feb 1 and you can find out all the details, cities and dates at BlueBabiesPink.com/booklesstour. ... To learn more about how you can become a partner and supporter of A Tiny Revolution and the stories we are telling here, go to Patreon.com/theKevinGarcia … The song you heard after the interview was “If a Song Could be President” by Over The Rhine, off their album, “The Trumpet Child.” Check them out at www.overtherhine.com

There is a practice that many people keep of praying for a singular word for the year. A focus word, a vision word, a theme for the season, whatever you call it. Anyways, in this episode, Kevin talks about his word for 2017, "Enough." And also gives a little story time from GCN... Gah. SO GOOD! You're enough, boo. You got this. ... Be sure to connect with Kevin over on the blog: thekevingarcia.com