As a society, we often reduce our idea of culture to cuisine, language, entertainment, or politics. Or we associate it solely with high culture, like art and literature. But in its most fundamental expression, culture is how we share life together. When Christians do this well, Christ becomes the integrating principle of not only our lives but also of our culture at large. In this FINAL EPISODE of the Love Good Podcast, Jimmy breaks down our tenth principle of CULTURE and gives us a sneak peak of everything in the pipeline for Love Good patrons in the months ahead. If you're not yet a patron (or want your hands on Jimmy Mitchell's brand new book "Let Beauty Speak"), subscribe today: http://lovegoodacademy.com

This week, Jimmy unpacks our ninth principle in the art of being human: MISSION. Each of us has a unique and unrepeatable calling in this life to spread the love of God to the ends of the earth (even if that simply means climbing down our own chimney and loving the people right in front of us). In fact, this call to mission is as universal as the call to holiness. How do you go about discerning your part to play in Christ's great mission of redemption? Why is every vocation a calling from God to help Him save souls? All this and more on this week's episode of the Love Good podcast! If you're not yet a patron (or want your hands on Jimmy Mitchell's brand new book "Let Beauty Speak"), subscribe today: http://lovegoodacademy.com

This week on the podcast, Jimmy sets the stage for Love Good Academy and lays the foundation for his brand new book "Let Beauty Speak: The Art of Being Human in a Culture of Noise". If you're wondering how to build a culture of conversion within your own family, parish, school, or organization, look no further. Love Good will inspire you to bring beauty to the forefront of your life and empower you to be an apostle of our post-Christian culture.

Have you ever tapped into the power of hope to conquer your fears? Singer/songwriter Tyson Motsenbocker joins us on the podcast this week to discuss his own journey to hope that led to the release of his new album "Someday I'll Make It up to You" last Friday. He's currently on the road with Colony House, and you can stream the new album at http://www.tysonmotsenbocker.com. Then sign up for our 2020 contest (and your chance at a free trip to Nashville!) before anyone else at http://lovegoodcontest.com. 

In a conversation that spans topics as diverse as friendship, contentment, time management, and spontaneity, Jordy Searcy joins us on the podcast this week to share stories behind his brand new album releasing on Valentine's Day this week. You may have heard him on The Voice a few years ago or maybe you're about to be a super-fan showing up at his intimate concerts all over the country. Either way, this conversation will give you an inspiring glimpse into his career and fire you up to live a life of authenticity and joy. Learn more about Jordy at https://www.jordysearcymusic.com and subscribe to our YouTube Channel at http://youtube.com/lovegoodculture/.

Most of us struggle to sink our roots, commit to relationships or projects, and persevere when the going gets tough. We love keeping our options open. This week on the podcast, Jimmy sits down with Zach Vinson who shares about the power of commitment in his own life, as evidenced by the theme of his new album “And Yet” (available everywhere music is streamed!). Learn more about Zach at http://www.zachvinson.com and set a reminder for our exclusive live stream with him this weekend: http://lovegoodlive.com.

What does it look like to be in right relationship with technology in an increasingly digital era? With the help of the great German intellect Romano Guardini, Jimmy and Fr. Ryan unpack the importance of this question and offer practical advice on how to remain master over your technology so it doesn't become master over you. This is also your week to get a FREE VINYL of Colony House's new record Leave What's Lost Behind. All you have to do is be one of the first 10 to subscribe as a new Love Good patron at http://joinlovegood.com or request an upgrade to your existing patronage by sending us an email at info@lovegoodculture.com. While supplies last!

Life is a beautiful mess. How do you struggle through it well, especially when insecurity, disappointment, or grief takes over? This week, Jimmy sits down with Caleb and Will Chapman of Colony House who share their own stories of struggle and transformation. From losing their little sister to losing a record deal, they witness to the power of hope and the inspiration behind their brand new album Leave What's Lost Behind (which releases everywhere this Friday!). Go preorder their new album and catch them on tour this winter at http://www.colonyhousemusic.com. To learn more about Love Good and how you can join the movement, check out http://lovegoodculture.com.

Where do you place your worth? Is your identity wrapped up in failure or success, in what others think, or self-imposed pressure? Today’s episode with Dr. Ryan Hanning is a wonderful reminder that you’re not a human doing but a human being. You have inherent dignity and worth. In a culture dominated by ideals of efficiency, pleasure, and pragmatism, you must remember that the art of being human is less about what you do and more about who you are. Invite Ryan to speak on this topic at an upcoming event by visiting http://ryanhanning.com. Then engage in some true leisure by following Love Good's recently updated Spotify playlists at http://lovegoodculture.com/spotify.

Welcome to S3E12 with Jackie Minton! She's all over our YouTube Channel, has a brand new single out called "Remind," and has joined us in the studio this week to share her story up close and personal. She's no stranger to Love Good, especially to our many patrons who have hosted her on our Fireside Tours. Follow Jackie's social media and join her email letters by visiting https://www.jackieminton.com. Then go to http://lovegoodculture.com/concert/ and request your date for a house concert with Jackie in the months ahead. Happy 2020 y'all!

'Tis the season! Christmas is here, and its implications for your daily life are so much bigger than you could ever imagine. This episode with Fr. Ryan Adorjan is easily the most theologically profound conversation we've ever had on the podcast, and we hope it inspires and challenges you as much as it did us. Merry Christmas and happy New Year, y'all. See you in 2020!

Have you ever tasted the freedom that comes with a life of virtue? Dr. Ryan Hanning is back on the podcast this week to discuss the centrality of virtue in the art of being human. He and Jimmy define it as human excellence in relationship to people and things. What does that look like in your own life? To learn more about Ryan, visit http://www.ryanhanning.com. To support the podcast (and watch full episodes in video form), subscribe as a $5/month patron at http://lovegoodculture.com/5.

In what feels like a conversation between old friends, singer/songwriter Jeremy Casella joins Jimmy in the studio only two weeks after releasing his brand new album Spirit (Keep On). It's clear right away that Jeremy's latest songwriting is an overflow of his own hope and healing after a journey through suffering. If you're looking for consolation amidst darkness, this episode is for you. Learn more about Jeremy and stream his new album at https://www.jeremycasella.com. Then check out our Love Good playlists on Spotify at http://lovegoodculture.com/spotify.

Marisol joins Jimmy for our Season 6 FINALE and makes a big announcement about the future of Love Good. Get ready to hear all about our ongoing formation platform launching the week of Thanksgiving and what our patrons can expect in our seasonal packages moving forward. And... be sure to come back on Nov. 23 for the launch of Season 7!

In yet another hilarious and riveting conversation, Jimmy and Fr. Ryan discuss the role that countries play in shaping culture. While the connection seems obvious, Fr. Ryan takes a deep dive into political philosophy and helps you better appreciate not only your country of origin but also your history and heritage. To catch more of Jimmy, Fr. Ryan, and others discussing topics of faith and culture, subscribe to our YouTube Channel at http://youtube.com/lovegoodculture.

Pumpkin spice and peppermint mocha. Fallen leaves and family gatherings. It's hard to believe, but the holiday season is upon us. It's a beautiful time of the year, but it can also be filled with constant activity and noise. This week on the podcast, Jimmy sits down with award-winning artist Sandra McCracken to talk about the power of rest amidst all of life's chaos and mess. In a culture of noise, we need beauty more than ever to pierce through the darkness and remind us what hope feels like. Follow Sandra and her new Christmas record at http://sandramccracken.com. Until Black Friday at midnight, subscribe as a Love Good patron and get your first month FREE at http://joinlovegood.com.

We are so excited to welcome singer/songwriter Stephen Day onto the podcast. He’s not only the former tour mate of our longtime friend Scott Mulvahill, he’s also a rising star in the world of independent music. This week, he shares about the creative process and specifically how he goes from song ideas to fully produced projects that keep him compared to the likes of Ben Rector and John Mayer. Learn more about Stephen and follow his socials at http://stephenday.org. To get your hands on an autographed copy of his full-length debut, subscribe as a $25/month patron today at http://joinlovegood.com.

Dr. Ryan Hanning is back, this time not as a guest but as a regular contributor. For those who missed him in season two, he's a husband to one, father to nine, brilliant scholar, and humble homesteader. Today, he and Jimmy talk about how true happiness is found in building your life around essentials not preferences. This becomes particularly true as they reflect on the joy of belonging to a particular place (in Ryan's case, his homestead outside of Nashville, TN). If you're inspired by fatherhood and family life, learn more about Love Good's new event for men by checking out http://reclaimfatherhood.com today. 

To live is to change. To become perfect is to change often. How do you remain a life-long apprentice, always hungry to close the gap between who you are and who you want to be? This week, Tommy and Lauren provide the answers in an intimate conversation with Jimmy about their experience in the Love Good apprenticeship year. To apply as a 2020-2021 apprentice, go to http://lovegoodculture.com/apply before the Dec. 1st deadline. 

Welcome to S3E3 with Andrew Peterson! He's one of Nashville's most respected and beloved artists. This week, he and Jimmy share their superhero powers of choice, unpack Chesterton's notion of magic, and celebrate the power of being faithful to the garden entrusted to you. Get pumped... never have the Inklings been more quoted in a single episode. Jimmy also makes a special announcement about our new $5/month patronage, which comes with a full welcome package for FREE (this week only!). Subscribe now at https://lovegoodculture.com/5/. Be sure to also check out Andrew's brand new book ADORNING THE DARK: https://adorningthedark.com/.

You can't have good culture without good people. Fr. Ryan Adorjan is one of those good people, and we're so excited to introduce him this week as not only a long-time patron but now a regular contributor to the podcast. This week, he and Jimmy chat about the temperaments, Charlie Brown, and one of their favorite lines from The Chronicles of Narnia. What does it mean to be fully human and whole-hearted given our natural dispositions, strengths, and weaknesses? How do we go further up and further in when life feels stagnant? Enjoy their hilarious and deep conversation, and be sure to get your free download of our new Fireside Sessions live album at lovegoodculture.com/free... available to you before anyone else!

The Love Good Podcast is BACK!! After a few months off, we are so excited to kick off season three with an old friend who just so happens to be a crazy talented singer/songwriter: Marie Miller. This week, she and Jimmy sit down to talk about the little dreams of life that are meant to be a gift to the world and how to battle feelings of discouragement with clarity and courage. Not only have our patrons been enjoying Marie's brand new EP (still unreleased!) since September, the whole world has been enjoying her exclusive live music videos from our Fireside Sessions. Want to get your hands on all this content before anyone else? Subscribe as a patron today at joinlovegood.com and start enjoying our seasonal packages that will raise your standard for music, books, and art forever.

Imagine being a wandering pilgrim, never certain where your head is going to rest at night but confident that you have a gift to share with the world. This is the life of Scott and Mallory from The Rough & Tumble. Like them, you are unique and unrepeatable. Their conversation with Jimmy will delight you with its humor, candor, and relevance to everyday life. Also, it's the last bonus episode of the summer... so enjoy!

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Ever wanted to know how it feels to be a world champion badminton player? Or what it's like falling in love with your future wife on a Caribbean island? Welcome to the soundtrack of Quinn and Sean Hussey's life together as brothers. This week, Jimmy laughs harder than ever as they share epic stories from their childhood and what went into their recent decision to launch a music career. | Want free music from The Hussey Brothers and all of our favorite artists right now? Download our free summer mixtape today at lovegoodculture.com/free. This exclusive collection will only be available for a little while longer, so share it with family and friends before it's too late.

Fr. Ryan and Jimmy answer more questions from listeners. They talk about what it means to be co-creators with God and dive into their own encounters with beauty (and how it has transformed them). Get pumped! Next week, we have a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT coming about the future of Love Good.

Drew Holcomb, Penny & Sparrow, Dave Barnes, The Hussey Brothers... need we say more? Catch the first glimpse of our still unreleased summer mixtape (and listen through to the end if you want to download it before anyone else). . . . TIRED OF BEING A PASSIVE CONSUMER? So are we. Love Good is a movement of artists, patrons, and young people who believe in the power of beauty to change the world. Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com and start enjoying our seasonal packages that will raise your standard for media and inspire you to build a better culture.

In this episode, Jimmy sits down with Miami-based singer/songwriter Zander (all the way in from Miami, FL!!) to hear what it's like scuba diving into sharks, how his heroes run the gamut, and why vulnerability is an essential part of the human experience. At the end, Jimmy shares another special announcement about the summer package going out to patrons in just a few weeks. . . . Want free music from Zander and all of our favorite artists right now? Download our free spring mixtape today at lovegoodculture.com/free. This exclusive collection will only be available for a little while longer, so share it with family and friends before it's too late.

Jimmy sits down with Judah Akers of Judah and the Lion in this riveting episode to talk about their favorite music genres, the importance of brotherhood, and why learning how to suffer well is one of life's most important lessons. At the end, Jimmy shares a very special announcement about the summer package going out to our patrons. Hold on to your hats. | Want to rally behind artists like Judah and the Lion like never before? Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com/judah. We'll send you an immediate welcome package in the mail and a digital download of Judah's brand new album when it releases on Friday, May 3rd. Start enjoying our seasonal packages today that will raise your standard for media and inspire you to build a better culture.

The true power of artistic media is unleashed when it pervades and humanizes every moment of our lives. Art cannot merely be commerce. It must help us be human. Even the latest craze around vinyl records has nothing to do with a trend and everything to do with the sound, the culture, and the format of vinyl that makes it an extremely human and powerful way to listen to music. For the next 48 hours, you can allow beautiful media to humanize everyone around you by sharing our FREE spring mixtape. You'll also immediately enter a drawing for a FREE vinyl record player autographed by Love Good artists. Here's how it works: 1. SHARE the free spring mixtape non-stop by sending your family and friends to lovegoodculture.com/free with your name in the "SHARED BY" box. 2. For every share, you receive one entry into the lottery. 3. The more entries you have, the greater your odds of winning. On Friday at midnight, we'll randomly select a winner, who will be notified over the weekend and announced next week. If you're a patron, every mixtape share counts as two entries (doubling your odds of winning the record player): lovegoodculture.com/join. Imagine having an app better than Spotify one day, curated by artists not algorithms. Then imagine something better than Netflix, curated by patrons not Hollywood producers. This is the Love Good dream: to empower you, the everyday consumer, to raise your standard for media and build a better culture. We can't wait to accompany you as you change the world.

In this final episode of season two, Jimmy and Alanna chat about their favorite movies and what it looks like to apply the Love Good Standard to the big screen. They close with a vulnerable conversation about what it looks like to never stop chasing after your dreams while keeping your eyes wide open. Don't miss this season two finale! . . . TIRED OF BEING A PASSIVE CONSUMER? So are we. Love Good is a movement of artists, patrons, and young people who believe in the power of beauty to change the world. Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com and start enjoying our seasonal packages that will raise your standard for media and inspire you to build a better culture.

In this episode, Jimmy sits down with singer/songwriter Rebecca Roubion to discuss a variety of topics from motherhood and artistry to having her music featured on Grey's Anatomy. Rebecca is no stranger to Love Good, and today's conversation is an amazing opportunity for even her long-time fans to get caught up with her in a personal way. . . . TIRED OF BEING A PASSIVE CONSUMER? So are we. Love Good is a movement of artists, patrons, and young people who believe in the power of beauty to change the world. Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com and start enjoying our seasonal packages that will raise your standard for media and inspire you to build a better culture.

In this episode, Jimmy and Alanna converse about the topic of addiction as depicted in the recent film Beautiful Boy. Nearly everyone is somehow affected - either directly or indirectly - by addiction of varying kinds. What is at the heart of addictive behavior? And what does it take to re-channel the fundamental beliefs that lead us or our loved ones to behave in a self-destructive manner? Jimmy and Alanna explore these questions and more. . . . TIRED OF BEING A PASSIVE CONSUMER? So are we. Love Good is a movement of artists, patrons, and young people who believe in the power of beauty to change the world. Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com and start enjoying our seasonal packages that will raise your standard for media and inspire you to build a better culture.

On this week's episode, Jimmy catches up with old friend and singer/songwriter Nick Fabian. He's no stranger to Love Good. Our patrons helped bring his debut EP into existence three years ago. Now, he's featured in our upcoming package (going out next week!) with his brand new full-length album. Listen in as Nick shares about the joys and dramas of navigating his artistry in an industry that has lost its sense of the true, the good, and the beautiful. . . . SUBSCRIBE AS A PATRON FOR FREE (THIS WEEK ONLY!) and get Nick Fabian's new full-length album before anyone else: lovegoodculture.com/nick.

This week Jimmy sits down with the lovely Ellie Schmidly, a singer/songwriter from Missouri who we are proud to feature in our upcoming Spring package. Ellie has a brand new EP that is being released for the FIRST TIME in its physical form thanks to our Love Good patrons, and her deep heart will undoubtedly inspire those who have a chance to hear her work. She shares her experiences working and writing in the music world, as well as her own process for finding meaning in the everyday. . . . GET YOUR AUTOGRAPHED ELLIE SCHMIDLY EP BEFORE ANYONE ELSE. Love Good is a movement of artists, patrons, and young people who believe in the power of beauty to change the world. Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com/ellie and start enjoying our seasonal packages that will raise your standard for media and inspire you to build a better culture.

It's Valentine's week, ya'll: so you know what that means. It's time to talk about dating (again). In this episode, Jimmy and Alanna revisit the squirm-inducing, cosmically fascinating topic that fascinates and beguiles pretty much everyone. Alanna shares about her worst date ever (which involved a graveyard), and Jimmy offers insights and a challenge for men who are dragging their feet when it comes to being vulnerable with women. Additionally, we chat about social media stalking(we've all been there), emotionalism, and sensuality. You don't want to miss this! . . . TIRED OF BEING A PASSIVE CONSUMER? So are we. Love Good is a movement of artists, patrons, and young people who believe in the power of beauty to change the world. Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com and start enjoying our seasonal packages that will raise your standard for media and inspire you to build a better culture.

Ryan joins Jimmy for the final time this season to discuss the importance of education and its necessity for human flourishing. Stay tuned! We have a big announcement about the future of Love Good coming in a few weeks.

In this episode, Jimmy and Alanna discuss the impact the Enlightenment has had on today's postmodern mindset. What happens when we deconstruct everything and put it beneath a microscope? Is rationalism really as helpful as it claims to be in explaining reality - or could this mindset have some serious blindspots when it comes to the mystery of the human person? Listen and find out as two friends take a stab at a very complex subject. -- FREE VINLY WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! Subscribe as a Love Good patron today at lovegoodculture.com/michelle and get Michelle Mandico's brand new vinyl absolutely free.

In today's episode, Jimmy sits down with one of Love Good's longtime friends Michelle Mandico, a gifted singer/songwriter who hails originally from Colorado. Michelle is a wise woman whose insights on artistry, identity, depression, and writer's block - not to mention the value of vinyl and the proper way to use essential oils - are profound and up-lifting. . . . WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com/michelle and get Michelle's brand new vinyl ABSOLUTELY FREE. We have 3 copies left, so claim yours before it's too late. 😉

In this episode, Jimmy and Alanna get a bit nostalgic as they revisit the glory days of AOL Instant messaging (and share their AOL screen names, among a few other embarrassing details from their childhoods). Out of this flow an exploration of technology and disembodiment. What's the relationship between memory and tactility? Why are we all so obsessed with logging everything we do, for everyone to see? What are we gaining, and what are we losing? . . . TIRED OF BEING A PASSIVE CONSUMER? So are we. Love Good is a movement of artists, patrons, and young people who believe in the power of beauty to change the world. Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com and start enjoying our seasonal packages that will raise your standard for media and inspire you to build a better culture.

In today's podcast, Jimmy sits down with Jessamyn Anderson at the SEEK conference, which took place in Indianapolis in early January. They chat about Jessamyn's crazy musical journey from New York to Nashville, the effects of positive community, and why investing in artists changes the world. We want to give a massive THANK YOU to our listeners. If you become a Love Good patron in the next 72 hours, not only will you get our welcome package which includes an exclusive graphic tee that you can't get anywhere else, you'll also get our bundle of our "best of" CDS and books. You're ALSO going to be put into a drawing for a FREE trip to Nashville. All you have to do is go to www.lovegoodculture.com/seek, subscribe as a patron, and you'll be put into a drawing. You'll have about a 1 in 50 chance! If you're already a patron, all you have to do is up your subscription to the next level - or refer a friend - and you'll be put in the drawing as well. . . . TIRED OF BEING A PASSIVE CONSUMER? So are we. Love Good is a movement of artists, patrons, and young people who believe in the power of beauty to change the world. Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com and start enjoying our seasonal packages that will raise your standard for media and inspire you to build a better culture.

In this episode, Jimmy and Alanna discuss the New Year and the idea of resolutions. What does it look like to set realistic goals for oneself, while also approaching oneself with kindness? What does healthy self-love entail? They also talk about taking a stance of curiosity rather than of control when faced with difficulties; the pressure to have a perfectly curated Instagram "brand"; and what realism looks like within relationship. . . . TIRED OF BEING A PASSIVE CONSUMER? So are we. Love Good is a movement of artists, patrons, and young people who believe in the power of beauty to change the world. Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com and start enjoying our seasonal packages that will raise your standard for media and inspire you to build a better culture.

Happy New Year from all of us at Love Good! We're starting the year off right with this very unique episode: all of the Love Good apprentices squeezed into the studio with Jimmy to share thoughts on their favorite albums of 2018, what life as a Love Good apprentice looks like, and to answer a variety of rapid-fire would-you-rather questions. Their joy and vibrancy make for a truly delightful episode. Our deadline for next year's apprenticeship program is February 1, so be sure to check it out! . . . READY FOR A YEAR THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE (AND THE WORLD)? If you are between the ages of 18 and 25, apply for next year's apprenticeship program before it's too late. Applications are due on Feb. 1st: lovegoodculture.com/apply.

In this week's episode, Jimmy and Alanna discuss the religious sense: that is, the innate urge to worship something bigger than oneself. They explore the different areas this instinct manifests - socially, culturally, and communally - as well as its influence on our daily lives and the choices we make. They also share thoughts about the topic of faith, and how it is never a "one-and-done" phenomenon, but rather a continually evolving relationship with the sacred. . . . TIRED OF BEING A PASSIVE CONSUMER? So are we. Love Good is a movement of artists, patrons, and young people who believe in the power of beauty to change the world. Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com and start enjoying our seasonal packages that will raise your standard for media and inspire you to build a better culture.

Today’s episode is with Dr. Ryan Hanning, a husband, father, scholar, and homesteader. Ryan shares his insights on the connection between agriculture and personal integration, and how actively engaging with the earth has expanded his family's capacity to appreciate the beautiful. While Aquinas' definition of beauty is explained and other philosophical threads weave throughout the conversation, Ryan also offers some practical advice for how one can better position themselves so as to deepen their "taste" for that which sparks genuine desire and resolve. You can stay in touch with Ryan or book him for your next event at ryanhanning.com. . . . TIRED OF BEING A PASSIVE CONSUMER? So are we. Love Good is a movement of artists, patrons, and young people who believe in the power of beauty to change the world. Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com and start enjoying our seasonal packages that will raise your standard for media and inspire you to build a better culture.

In this episode, Jimmy squirms good-humoredly under Alanna's dating related questions: what does he do to prepare for a date? What bothers him on a date? Both hosts share some thoughts on the topic before moving into the meat of the conversation - humor and intimacy. What prevents us from enjoying another person within the context of relationship? What does taking oneself too seriously stem from? Tune in to hear what Jimmy and Alanna have to say about this endlessly fascinating and puzzling topic. . . . TIRED OF BEING A PASSIVE CONSUMER? So are we. Love Good is a movement of artists, patrons, and young people who believe in the power of beauty to change the world. Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com and start enjoying our seasonal packages that will raise your standard for media and inspire you to build a better culture.

This week, Jimmy sits down Dave Radford, frontman and one half of the husband-and-wife band The Gray Havens. Dave shares some of his backstory (including how he and his wife, Leisha, met and struck up their relationship) and the evolution of his identity as a musician - as well as the main (and surprisingly simple) impetus behind the first few songs he ever wrote. Other topics that arise include Tolkien's and Lewis' influence on Radford's imaginative process, as well as the fundamental thesis that is woven throughout the band's latest album, She Waits. . . . THIS WEEK ONLY: Subscribe as a Love Good patron and get your first month (and The Gray Havens' album, She Waits) absolutely FREE. Includes free t-shirt, book, and other exclusives: lovegoodculture.com/grayhavens

In this episode Jimmy and Fr. Ryan answer some listener questions about ecumenism and American politics. They discuss what it means to be a Christian in today’s world, to strive for unity in the Church and to put our trust in the one thing that stands forever: Christ and His Church.

In this week’s episode, Jimmy and Alanna tackle the difficult topic of whether or not institutions (governments, churches, schools, families) can be fully trusted. What is the root of institutional disease, and how does a member cope with disillusionment? What parts do loyalty, skepticism, and hope have to play? Our hosts each bring a slightly different perspective to the table - but as always, they find plenty of common ground when digging into this painfully relevant topic. . . . TIRED OF BEING A PASSIVE CONSUMER? So are we. Love Good is a movement of artists, patrons, and young people who believe in the power of beauty to change the world. Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com/join and start enjoying our seasonal packages that will raise your standard for media and inspire you to build a better culture.

This week, Jimmy sits down with the former trusted cohost of the Love Good podcast, Janaya Trudel! Janaya embodies the mission of Love Good as few others do, and she has been sorely missed by the team. In this episode, she updates Jimmy on her most recent life adventures, including touring nearly non-stop through her native Canada, working several jobs, and gathering strength and inspiration to launch her own solo career. Sit back and enjoy this conversation between friends, and let Janaya's warmth and wisdom inspire you today. . . . TIRED OF BEING A PASSIVE CONSUMER? So are we. Love Good is a movement of artists, patrons, and young people who believe in the power of beauty to change the world. Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com and start enjoying our seasonal packages that will raise your standard for media and inspire you to build a better culture.

This episode features a unique conversation within the context of what we do here at Love Good - the adventure presented by mystery. Jimmy and Alanna have perhaps their most candid talk yet as they explore the topic of chaos and order - within the universe and within ourselves. If we are living life beautifully, artfully, and authentically, it becomes really hard to live it dogmatically. While there is objective truth, the way that that truth changes us and forms us changes person-to-person, season-to-season. Listen in to hear how dark matter parallels with all of this! . . . TIRED OF BEING A PASSIVE CONSUMER? So are we. Love Good is a movement of artists, patrons, and young people who believe in the power of beauty to change the world. Subscribe as a patron today at lovegoodculture.com and start enjoying our seasonal packages that will raise your standard for media and inspire you to build a better culture.