Holy Fools and the Soul of Craftwork

Holy Fools
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Holy Fools and the Soul of Craftwork

Join PhD and professional juggler Jesse Joyner, and PhD and minister Stephen Grosz as they interview people in diverse crafts and trades (from beekeepers to song writers to sword swallowers). Through a discussion of relevant learning research and Scripture, the Holy Fools consider how integrating one’s faith and work, as a craft, might serve to feed and form the soul.

  1. APR 24

    Holy Fools: The Craft of Voice Performance

    Join Holy Fools (Jesse Joyner, PhD. and Stephen Grosz, PhD.) as they interview veteran radio broadcaster and bay area pastor René Schlaepfer. In the episode René reveals how a well crafted voice can speak to the glory of God.    To learn more about Annie Joyner's medical journey please go to her CaringBridge page: https://www.caringbridge.org/site/4eb465d8-eb04-11ef-b7f4-519b90d7f68d?utm_source=website_share&utm_medium=share_button&utm_term=&utm_content=link_share_button&utm_campaign=private_home_page

    49 min

  2. 12/05/2024

    Holy Fools: The Craft of Christmas

    Join Holy Fools (Jesse Joyner, PhD. and Stephen Grosz, PhD.) as they get festive with professional Santa Clause, Rich Patsios, and consider how spreading Christmas cheer can be high level craftwork and a calling.    More information on the work Rich does can be found at: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/pastors-working-as-santas-bring-joy-extend-ministry-to-others-during-holidays/

    43 min

  3. 11/26/2024

    More Foolishness: The Serious Work of Play

    Join the Holy Fools (Jesse Joyner, PhD. and Stephen Grosz, PhD.) as they weigh what breakthroughs are possible when we learn to hold our work lightly. What happens when concepts such as emergent design theory are mashed up against the playful doodling of a daydreamer?  Resources Mentioned in the Episode: Sigart, Miguel. 2014. Play Matters. Sjöberg, Barbro. 2009. Design Theory and Design Practice within Sloyd Education. International Journal of Art & Design Education.

    23 min

  4. 11/12/2024

    Holy Fools: The Craft of Visual Art

    Join Holy Fools (Jesse Joyner, PhD. and Stephen Grosz, PhD.) as they explore the beautiful mess of visual art with Richmond based artist Sara Tuttle. To get an eyeful of Sara's work, her current exhibit can be found at the Shockoe Artspace in Richmond, Virginia. For more information go to: https://shockoeartspace.com/project/in-the-thick-of-it  or https://www.saraptuttle.com/

    41 min

  5. 10/15/2024

    Holy Fools: The Craft of Indy Car Racing

    Join Holy Fools (Jesse Joyner, PhD. and Stephen Grosz, PhD.) as they launch into season 2 and explore the calling of professional racing with driver Sting Ray Robb. The episode includes a discussion of craftwork curiosities such as: - How to capture learning while failing at high speeds - How to promote your work without feeling like a shady mercenary. To learn more about Sting Ray and his work: www.stingrayrobb.com

    36 min

  6. 06/20/2024

    Season 1 Finale

    Join Holy Fools (Jesse Joyner, PhD. and Stephen Grosz, PhD.) as they conclude season 1 with a look toward faith and work in the future.  For listener feedback/questions please reach out at JoynerJuggling@gmail.com

    24 min

  7. 05/27/2024

    Holy Fools: The Craft of Photography

    Join Holy Fools (Jesse Joyner, PhD. and Stephen Grosz, PhD.) as they interview professional photographer Tracey Riggs Frontz — and learn how we can all develop an trained eye for viewing God's creation.

    27 min

  8. 04/02/2024

    More Foolishness: Crossfit for the Soul

    Join Holy Fools (Jesse Joyner, PhD. and Stephen Grosz, PhD.) as they consider how a  pre-work routine of spiritual stretching might transform your workday.   Resources Mentioned in the Episode: Feiler, Bruce. 2023. The Search: Finding Meaningful Work in a Post-Career World. Martin, Tom. 2021. Craft Learning as Perceptual Transformation: Getting ‘the Feel’ in the Wooden Boat Workshop. Daniels, Denise. 2019. Working in the Presence of God: Spiritual Practices for Everyday Work.

    25 min
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Join PhD and professional juggler Jesse Joyner, and PhD and minister Stephen Grosz as they interview people in diverse crafts and trades (from beekeepers to song writers to sword swallowers). Through a discussion of relevant learning research and Scripture, the Holy Fools consider how integrating one’s faith and work, as a craft, might serve to feed and form the soul.

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