Across the Kitchen Table with Elwood Brant
Everybody has a story to tell. And there was a time when we would share those stories around the kitchen table. Laughing, telling jokes, talking about the events of the day. Heated debates, tragic loss, living life. The kitchen table is where we could share our lives. So come sit with me and my friends as conversation unfolds across the kitchen table.
Episodes
Happy Halloween! My special guest is over 200 years old!!!
Through "The Cask of Amontillado," "The Tell-Tale Heart," and "The Raven," Edgar Allan Poe comes alive for this special episode, read by yours truly with music composed for this eerie rendition. Enjoy, if you dare, muhhahahahaha!
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We are in some interesting times in human history. How we treat our fellow man tells a lot about us as a culture. Michael and I dive right back into these heavy topics continuing where we left off in part 1.
2 churches we talk about during the podcast:
Community of Reconciliation Church
Hot Metal Bridge Faith Community
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Wow do we hit on some heavy topics...we had such great conversation, I had to split it into 2 parts! In this first part, we talk about everything from missionaries to race riots to forced relocation. Stay tuned for part 2 where we continue to discuss more heavy issues...
Johnny Cash - "As Long as the Grass Shall Grow" the song that mentions the Kinzua Dam
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Across the Kitchen Table: After Dark
A few drinks loosen lips, and loose lips sink ships...
From Skyrim to occupational therapy, we discuss it all!
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Could dinosaurs not be real? How many miles have we scrolled with our thumbs? These questions and more are answered in this incredible episode.
For all your late night party vibes... DJ Dinidaddy
Check out Palladini's band here... Different Places in Space
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If there was ever an episode to listen to...it's this one! My sister and I are a hoot! (At least, we think so.)
Our discussion goes all over the place, but one specific and heavy topic is childhood trauma. Whether it's from a parent, bullies at school, or some other event, childhood trauma can have a lasting impact on a person. Nadine Burke Harris gives a good TedTalk on the subject. Click here to watch it.
On a lighter note, here ...
Oh, the fun to be had when 2 anxious and intelligent people get together and talk about everything from sports to politics...
The Political Maverick Podcast
Mike's Podcast that we mention
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What goes into songwriting? This special podcast has a musical guest...we talk about life's ups and downs and how that influences your music. Listen thru to the end to hear a live performance of "Don't Blame Me."
Listen to Luke's music on Spotify
Follow him on Instagram
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In part 2, we talk more about Johnny's time in the Korean War, some more family and Shanksville stories, and just some good old kitchen table conversation. Unedited and untouched, enjoy part 2 with Uncle Johnny!
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A real treat...sitting around the table with my 92-year-old Great Uncle, his wife, my Uncle, mom, and sister...split into 2 parts...unedited and untouched. Make sure you come back for part 2!
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Do you have any extra event tickets? Like sports games, concerts, cultural events...
My friend Brandy works for a charity called Tickets For Kids and they are always looking for unused tickets to events that can be passed along to kids who might not get to experience the same things that other kids might. It can be anything from a baseball game to a symphony concert.
Listen to this episode for more information and to hear Brandy's...
In our current culture of fear and discrimination against our neighbors to the south, it is important to realize that we are all human. The United States is a country of immigrants and our past record has shown that we do not treat them well.
"You fear what you don't know."
If we take time to listen to each other's stories, we will find a beauty, strength, and resolve in those who venture into the un...
"Change without crisis is really hard"
"If you just reacted in a hurricane and this was a sprinkle..."
These are just some of the nuggets of wisdom that Meredith gives us in this episode.
I learned about the "DISC profile" from another dear friend, Dave, who has his own consulting business, has written several books, and does public speaking events. More info here.
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Faith, love, and rock 'n roll! Another darker episode, but topics that do need to be discussed.
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Life never goes exactly the way you think it should...
Here is the story of me and my ex-wife, Laura.
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"Speak in such a way that others want to listen to you... and listen in a way that others want to speak to you"
His start in ministry
leading and working with people
leaving behind a legacy...
These are just some of the topics discussed around the kitchen table.
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Transitions in life, finding identity and community, how to love the unlovables...these are just some of the things that we discuss in this episode of Across the Kitchen Table.
Brené Brown - author and speaker that Brenda refers to in the podcast.
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