The Voices of Unitarian Universalism Podcast (The VUU) brings conversations with activists, theologians, organizers, and thinkers from across Unitarian Universalism and beyond. Engaging, bold, and grounded in justice, each episode invites you to expand your understanding of faith and community.
Making and Breaking History – Ep. 414
/RSS FeedJanuary 30, 2024
This host special discusses representation in the media industry through the lens of America Fererra’s historic Oscar nomination for Barbie. Our hosts dissect the white feminism centering the loss of white women in the Oscars over long overdue recognition for communities of color. Updates from Gaza drive further discussion about what outspoken advocacy looks like…
Liberation in Leadership – Ep. 413
/RSS FeedJanuary 23, 2024
CLF Nominating Committee members Tie Resendiz de Perez and Debra Gray Boyd join Michael and DC to discuss leadership opportunities at the CLF. Our guests describe how they work to center liberation in their nominating practices through recognition of the many types of leaders needed to maintain a strong community. RSVP to CLF Leadership Forum:…
Current Events & Cultural Narratives – Ep. 412
/RSS FeedJanuary 16, 2024
This host special discusses world power dynamics. With the ever present context of the genocide in Gaza, our hosts speculate on the ways social media is helping to shift perspectives and dislodge indoctrination on a global scale. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, go to clfuu.org/podcast
Collective Trauma and Community Action – Ep. 411
/RSS FeedDecember 17, 2023
This week our hosts engage in a crucial conversation on processing and responding to the ongoing genocide in Palestine from a Unitarian Universalist perspective. We speak to Rev. Ranwa Hammamy, a Unitarian Universalist minister, Muslim, and former President of DRUUMM; Rev. DL Helfer, a Jewish UU actively involved with Jewish Voices for Peace; and Devin…
Dedicated Solidarity: Faith Leaders on Israel/Palestine – Ep. 410
/RSS FeedDecember 13, 2023
In this episode our hosts explore continuing solidarity as Israel’s attacks on Gaza persist. We discuss the role of the US in this genocide, and how to hold on to humanity amid incomprehensible violence. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, go to clfuu.org/podcast
Beyond Words: The Language of Anti-Oppression – Ep. 409
/RSS FeedDecember 4, 2023
In this episode we are joined by Alex Kapitan, passionate inter-faith LGBTQ activist, to discuss zir work bringing anti-oppressive language to more spaces as founder of Radical Copyeditor. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, go to clfuu.org/podcast
Art & Ancestors with JeKaren Olaoya – Ep. 408
/RSS FeedNovember 16, 2023
In this episode, we are joined by JeKaren Olaoya, founder of Art Spirit Heal, an art-based spiritual guidance program grounded in creativity, grief support, and ancestorship for Religious Professionals. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, go to clfuu.org/podcast
Centering Humanity: A UU Dialogue on the Israeli/Palestinian Crisis – Ep. 407
/RSS FeedNovember 9, 2023
In this episode, we welcome Dana Fisher Ashrawi. Dana is the current President of Unitarian Universalists for Justice in the Middle East, which was established in 1971 to educate UUs and sides with love with the people of Palestine/Israel. UUJME is a related social justice organization of the UUA.
Make a Joyful Noise: Insights from the Religious Educators Conference – Ep. 406
/RSS FeedOctober 31, 2023
In this episode, we are joined by Tim Atkins, Courtney McKenny, and Jenn Blosser to debrief the experience of planning and attending the conference for Religious Educators.
Bearing Witness, Discussions on Israel/Palestine – Ep. 405
/RSS FeedOctober 23, 2023
In this episode, our hosts passionately discuss the need for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Amidst personal stories of loss, we challenge U.S. funding and policies, urging President Biden and Congress to prioritize peace. This podcast addresses key questions, advocates for the dignity of Israeli and Palestinian lives, and underscores the urgency of a peaceful…
