In this sermon, Dr. Jesse Long delves into the story of David and Goliath, presenting it as an example of God working through seemingly impossible situations. He provides archaeological and historical context, situating the story in its time and place, and emphasizing that David's sling was a formidable weapon of war. Dr. Long contrasts David's fai…

A wood-fired Blind Shovel, this one with publisher and librarian Cullen Beckhorn. We discuss his new anthology Alive Outside, anarchy, the Lookout Arts Quarry, honing his printing processes, and much more. Cullen's Instagram Neoglyphic Media Header image: Aapo Rapi, "Alive Outside Cover" 2024By Michael Olivo

The Oct. 20, 2024 Sunday morning sermon at Broadway Church of Christ in nLubbock, TX. In this sermon, Dr. Brandon Fredenburg delves into the story of Jesus healing a boy with an unclean spirit from Mark 9. He focuses on the father's desperate situation and his powerful prayer, "I believe; help my unbelief," presenting it as a model for those facing…

In his sermon, Bishop Leonard Chatham explores the concept of miracles, particularly through the lens of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead. He begins by establishing that miracles often arise from problems, making those facing difficulties prime candidates for divine intervention. The Bishop shares personal experiences of loss to illustrate the i…

A bellowing Blind Shovel, this one with musician and producer Jesse Korman. We discuss The Number Twelve Looks Like You, the practice of screaming, New Jersey, entertainment, and much more. Jesse's Instagram Jesse's Website The Number 12's Instagram Header image: Khalid Mohtaseb, 2024By Michael Olivo

In his sermon, Keegan Stewart delves into two interconnected stories of healing from Mark 5: the bleeding woman and Jairus' daughter. Stewart emphasizes the theme of courageous faith in the face of obstacles. He notes how the bleeding woman, despite being ceremonially unclean and facing a large crowd, pushed through to touch Jesus' cloak. Similarly…

In this final sermon of the "Therefore" series, Karl Ihfe ties together the themes explored in previous weeks. He reminds the congregation of Jesus' teaching on priorities in Matthew 6, Paul's message of freedom through the Holy Spirit in Romans, and the call to stand firm in faith due to Christ's resurrection in 1 Corinthians 15. The sermon then f…

Karl Ihfe begins by sharing about his upcoming eight-week sabbatical, explaining its purpose for rest, renewal, and spiritual growth. He then transitions to the main message, focusing on 1 Corinthians 15. Ihfe explores Paul's argument for the reality of Christ's resurrection, emphasizing its crucial role in the Christian faith. He quotes extensivel…

A flattened and etched Blind Shovel, this one with print-maker and fine artist Milo Moyer-Battick. We discuss formalism, the Bay, seeking a reaction, entertainment, and much more. Milo's Instagram Milo's Website Header image: Milo Moyer-Battick, "The Witness", 2023By Michael Olivo

Recorded Sunday, Sep. 15, 2024. In this sermon, Karl Ihfe delves into Romans 12, contextualizing it within Paul's discussion of God's mercy in previous chapters. He emphasizes Paul's appeal to believers to offer themselves as "living sacrifices" in view of God's mercy (Romans 12:1-2). Ihfe explains that this concept, though seemingly contradictory,…

A multi-forked Blind Shovel, this one with musician and designer Matt Holmen. We discuss cuisine, his music career, transitioning to design, and much more. Matt's Instagram Matt's Website Header image: Matt Holmen, "Self-Portrait", 2022By Michael Olivo

A roasted bean and a side of a Blind Shovel, this one with musician and composer Matteo Roberts. We discuss day jobs, Tonko House, Wisconsin's Phox, film-scoring, and much more. Matteo's Instagram Pep Magic's Spotify Pep Magic's Website Header image: Eleanor Kody, "Portrait of Matteo", 2024By Michael Olivo

Speaker: Karl Ihfe

An interactive Blind Shovel, this one with New Media artist Sarah Rothberg. We discuss New Media, studying poetry, teaching, the potential of virtual avatars, and much more. Sarah's Website Sarah's Instagram Header image: Sarah Rothberg, "SUPERPROMPT", 2023By Michael Olivo

In this College Sunday sermon, Jeremy Smith, the college minister at Broadway Church of Christ, addresses the critical issue of young adults leaving the church. He cites a statistic that 67% of young adults raised in the church will no longer attend by their mid-twenties. Smith introduces the concept of spiritual self-efficacy, which is the confide…

A far-out Blind Shovel, this one with musician Anthony Ferraro. We discuss being on tour, formlessness, Eastern and Western perspectives, Tony's news, casualness, opening a bar, and much more. Tony's Website Tony's Instagram Header image: Allie VM, "Untitled", 2024By Michael Olivo

An ageless Blind Shovel, this one with musician and entrepreneur Kurt Shore. We discuss running every morning, being a father, finding balance, optimism, the potentially impending micronova, and much more. Kurt's Instagram Kurt's Youtube Header image: Kurt Shore, "Portrait”, 2024By Michael Olivo

Dr. Randall Carr guest speaker.

A bright and poppy Blind Shovel, this one with illustrator and cartoonist Baptiste Virot. We discuss Animal Press, Hermès, social media, vintage French comics, and much more. Baptiste's Website Baptiste's Instagram Animal Press Instagram Header image: Baptiste Virot, "Une case issue de ma prochaine bédé (roman graphique) dans laquelle il sera parfo…

A tatted-up Blind Shovel, this one with fine artist and tattoo artist Rememburgerme. We discuss Gary Larson and other inspirations, his path to tattooing, Brooklyn, and much more. Devon's Website Devon's Instagram Shapeworld Header image: Devon M, "Sun”, 2024By Michael Olivo

A chill Blind Shovel, this one with painter Brett Flanigan. We discuss his painting process, train-hopping, letting one's work evolve, and much more. Brett's Website Brett's Instagram Header image: Brett Flanigan, "Untitled” (Roller painting)", 2019By Michael Olivo

A zen Blind Shovel in NYC traffic, this one with father and musician Nick Morris. We discuss the impact of sobriety, having a family, Flower Girl, dishwashing, identity, and much more. Nick's Website Flower Girl's Spotify Header image: Jason Rusnock, "Nick Morris in the Jungeon", 2017By Michael Olivo

A delusional Blind Shovel, this one with street artist and painter Ron English alongside filmmaker and designer Constant van Hoeven. We discuss the film Living in Delusionville, the evolution of street art, aging as an artist, Warhol, imprisonment, family, and much more. Ron's Instagram Ron's Website Constant's Instagram Constant's Website Header i…

Send us a text As we wrap up our second season of The Fellowship, we take time to reflect on our individual journeys, and how we each process feelings of uncertainty, and how major events that produce uncertainty in life; career changes, relocating, navigating conflict in relationships, ultimately lead to our personal growth. Support the show Quest…

A rosy and peaceful Blind Shovel, this one with illustrator and designer Brett Stenson. We discuss art school, the aesthetics of Milwaukee, the illustrator-designer fusion, working in groups, his fine art carvings, and much more. Brett's Website Brett's Instagram The Young Jerks Header image: Brett Stenson, "Milwaukie Store Mural", 2024…

By Karl Ihfe

A bewhiskered Blind Shovel, this one with filmmaker and film producer David Schoner. We discuss his moustache, New Jersey's film boom, the beauty of the beginning of Pixar's Up, his favorite films, cotton candy, and much more. David's IMDB Header image: Garden State Film Festival, "David Schoner", 2024…

A bombastic Blind Shovel, this one with percussionist and podcast producer Michael Wimer. We discuss Indiana, afro-beat, ritualistic drumming, cultural appropriation, Kendrick & Kanye, podcasting, and much more. Indiana Doomer Music Unregistered with Thaddeus Russell Header image: Benedict Jones, "Portrait of Michael Wimer", 2023…

By Dr. Brandon Fredenburg

A blissful Blind Shovel, this one with cartoonist and musician Ron Regé, Jr. We discuss early zine culture, delivered inspiration, New-Age & the Occult, drumming, channeling the Self, and much more. Ron's Website Ron's Instagram Header image: Ron Regé, Jr, "Short Run 2023 Poster Excerpt", 2023By Michael Olivo

Send us a text In this episode, Noel Nehrig, husband of our co-host Kathryn, joins the discussion as we delve into the topic of trust; in our lives, our relationships and our friendships. We explore the struggle and strength in allowing ourselves to be vulnerable, and how that ultimately leads to greater growth and character development. Support th…

A soothing Blind Shovel, this one with producer and musician Joe Kelly. We discuss Guitar Hero, the lessons of touring, producing rapper, friendship, the Williams Center, and much more. Forever Losing Sleep Joe's Instagram Header image: Joe Kelly, 2024By Michael Olivo

A jazzed-up Blind Shovel, this one with horn player Dave Levy. We discuss improvising, lip fitness, his career in Jazz, where to start with Jazz, moving molecules, and much more. Dave's Website Dave's Instagram Header image: Dave Levy, 2020By Michael Olivo

Dr. Frank Alexander guest speaker.

A nomadic Blind Shovel, this one with painter Adam Lovitz. We discuss living in the sprawl of Philly, Adam's painting process, his approach to teaching, and much more. Adam's Website Adam's Instagram Header image: Adam Lovitz, "body double" 2021By Michael Olivo

A warbling Blind Shovel, this one with musician and entrepreneur Mike Mokotow Pelczynski. We discuss AI's impact on music, his musical journey, Polish music, fan-powered royalty distribution, and much more. Forms + Shapes Mike's Instagram Header image: Armando Veve, "Domino" 2018By Michael Olivo

An episodic Blind Shovel, this one with cartoonist Brandon Graham. We discuss Las Vegas, porn, his latest diary comic, The Fifth Element, Madwoman of the Sacred Heart, and much more. Brandon's Books Brandon's Instagram Header image: Brandon Graham, "Untitled" 2024By Michael Olivo

Rick Rusaw guest speaker.

A reflective Blind Shovel, this one with glass-man Gary Bodker. We discuss efficiency vs innovation, art school, the business of being an artist, fatherhood, and much more. Gary's Website Gary's Instagram Header image: Gary Bodker, "Organic Dinnerware" 2024By Michael Olivo