Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:34:14 -0400 https://catherine-meeks.mykajabi.com/podcasts/the-turquoise-witness en © 2026 The Turquoise Witness yes d638d4eb-efd4-5e80-80a2-d524645b5d08 Catherine episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Catherine https://storage.buzzsprout.com/qjvmplpnewjmmi1zd32qx9bqu8b7?.jpg https://catherine-meeks.mykajabi.com/podcasts/the-turquoise-witness Sustaining Supremacy: How White Women Fuel the Fire In Part II of our conversation with Dr. Karen Armstead, we go deeper into the historical and cultural frameworks that have allowed white women to evade accountability in sustaining systems of oppression. Together, we examine the interplay of religion, privilege, and societal expectations that perpetuate these dynamics. Dr. Armstead challenges us to confront uncomfortable truths and consider how collective transformation begins with individual reckoning.

]]> In Part II of our conversation with Dr. Karen Armstead, we go deeper into the historical and cultural frameworks that have allowed white women to evade accountability in sustaining systems of oppression. Together, we examine the interplay of religion, privilege, and societal expectations that perpetuate these dynamics. Dr. Armstead challenges us to confront uncomfortable truths and consider how collective transformation begins with individual reckoning.

]]> Catherine Buzzsprout-19649329 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:00:00 -0400 1606 full false Sustaining Supremacy: How White Women Fuel the Fire Pt II In Part II of our conversation with Dr. Karen Armstead, we go deeper into the historical and cultural frameworks that have allowed white women to evade accountability in sustaining systems of oppression. Together, we examine the interplay of religion, privilege, and societal expectations that perpetuate these dynamics. Dr. Armstead challenges us to confront uncomfortable truths and consider how collective transformation begins with individual reckoning. Tune in today!

]]> In Part II of our conversation with Dr. Karen Armstead, we go deeper into the historical and cultural frameworks that have allowed white women to evade accountability in sustaining systems of oppression. Together, we examine the interplay of religion, privilege, and societal expectations that perpetuate these dynamics. Dr. Armstead challenges us to confront uncomfortable truths and consider how collective transformation begins with individual reckoning. Tune in today!

]]> Catherine Buzzsprout-19649327 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:00:00 -0400 1664 full false A Costly Journey: From Church Hurt to Healing Pt II In this follow-up episode, host Chelsi Glascoe and Dr. Catherine Meeks continue their transformative conversation with The Rev. Dr. Gayle Fisher-Stewart, going deeper into the transformative work of healing the wounds caused by faith communities. Building on the insights from her book, Church Hurt: Reparations for My Soul, Dr. Stewart discusses practical steps for addressing spiritual, emotional, and systemic harm within the church and shares her vision for a more inclusive and trauma-informed faith community. If you’ve ever wondered how the church can move from being a source of pain to a catalyst for healing, this episode offers actionable insights and a message of hope. 👉 Discover Dr. Stewart’s book and join the movement for healing here: https://tinyurl.com/4vfccvwh.

]]> In this follow-up episode, host Chelsi Glascoe and Dr. Catherine Meeks continue their transformative conversation with The Rev. Dr. Gayle Fisher-Stewart, going deeper into the transformative work of healing the wounds caused by faith communities. Building on the insights from her book, Church Hurt: Reparations for My Soul, Dr. Stewart discusses practical steps for addressing spiritual, emotional, and systemic harm within the church and shares her vision for a more inclusive and trauma-informed faith community. If you’ve ever wondered how the church can move from being a source of pain to a catalyst for healing, this episode offers actionable insights and a message of hope. 👉 Discover Dr. Stewart’s book and join the movement for healing here: https://tinyurl.com/4vfccvwh.

]]> Catherine Buzzsprout-19649324 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:00:00 -0400 1994 full false Who Are Asylum Seekers? A Conversation on Truth and Justice In this powerful two-part conversation, host Chelsi Glascoe and Dr. Catherine Meeks sit down with Episcopal priest and journalist Rev. Cristina Rathbone, author of The Asylum Seekers, to explore the human stories behind immigration at the U.S.-Mexico border. Rathbone shares her personal journey from Boston to Juárez, Mexico, where she lived among asylum seekers and witnessed firsthand their resilience, faith, and self-organized community. Together, they unpack how storytelling, spiritual maturity, and compassion—not politics—can transform hearts and drive justice.

]]> In this powerful two-part conversation, host Chelsi Glascoe and Dr. Catherine Meeks sit down with Episcopal priest and journalist Rev. Cristina Rathbone, author of The Asylum Seekers, to explore the human stories behind immigration at the U.S.-Mexico border. Rathbone shares her personal journey from Boston to Juárez, Mexico, where she lived among asylum seekers and witnessed firsthand their resilience, faith, and self-organized community. Together, they unpack how storytelling, spiritual maturity, and compassion—not politics—can transform hearts and drive justice.

]]> Catherine Buzzsprout-19649323 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:00:00 -0400 1470 full false Small Real Things: Finding Courage at the Border This episode of the Turquoise Witness Podcast continues the powerful conversation with Rev. Cristina Rathbone, author of The Asylum Seekers: A Chronicle of Life, Death, and Community at the Border. The focus shifts from witnessing injustice to exploring practical and faithful responses to the immigration crisis. Rev. Cristina shares reflections on how small, real acts—rooted in humility and humanity—can restore dignity, hope, and healing in times of despair. The discussion highlights the importance of showing up, staying grounded, and connecting with immigrant-led organizations already doing the work. Through spiritual insight and lived experience, this episode offers a roadmap for courage, compassion, and collective action. 📘 Learn more or purchase the book on Amazon or Broadleaf Books: Amazon Link: Amazon Book Link

]]> This episode of the Turquoise Witness Podcast continues the powerful conversation with Rev. Cristina Rathbone, author of The Asylum Seekers: A Chronicle of Life, Death, and Community at the Border. The focus shifts from witnessing injustice to exploring practical and faithful responses to the immigration crisis. Rev. Cristina shares reflections on how small, real acts—rooted in humility and humanity—can restore dignity, hope, and healing in times of despair. The discussion highlights the importance of showing up, staying grounded, and connecting with immigrant-led organizations already doing the work. Through spiritual insight and lived experience, this episode offers a roadmap for courage, compassion, and collective action. 📘 Learn more or purchase the book on Amazon or Broadleaf Books: Amazon Link: Amazon Book Link

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