Love In Common

Frank Schaeffer, Ernie Gregg, and Erin Bagwell

We live in a world driven by deadlines, paychecks, and political division. But what happens during those moments in between? It’s those small slices of exchange that make up a life. Moments with neighbors, partners, kids, and caregivers. Coming to the table with three very different life experiences we are meeting each other where we are at- and asking the big questions about how to survive and thrive in those moments in between. This is the “Love in Common” podcast.

  1. 10/11/2023

    Portofino with MaryAlice Bagwell (Season Finale)

    On the season finale of Love in Common we discuss Frank’s New York Times Best selling novel from 1992, Portofino. We are also joined by a special guest, Erin’s mom MaryAlice Bagwell. From unpacking how the story differs from Frank’s childhood, to how family customs can cross religious divides, we discuss all the spoilers and name drop all the Portofino celebrities. Take a listen, we are so glad you are here. Buy Portofino Here If today’s show resonated with you please pass it on to a friend, colleague or someone you care about. Want to reach out and share your story with us? Leave us a 60 second voice memo at loveincommonpodcast@gmail.com for a chance to be featured on the show or use the hashtag #loveincommon on Instagram @loveincommonpod Thanks for listening!

    1h 10m

  2. 09/27/2023

    Buy Yourself Something Sexy

    This week on Love in Common we talk about who we show the world vs who we really are. Whether it’s conforming to the role your day job requires of you, or finding the courage to speak your truth, we muse about the public and private persona. Plus Frank channels Edith Schaeffer for a little sermon about bibles and garter belts (not necessarily in that order). Take a listen, we are so glad you are here. Letter to Lucy If today’s show resonated with you please pass it on to a friend, colleague or someone you care about. Want to reach out and share your story with us? Leave us a 60 second voice memo at loveincommonpodcast@gmail.com for a chance to be featured on the show or use the hashtag #loveincommon on Instagram @loveincommonpod Thanks for listening!

    1h 6m

  3. 09/13/2023

    It's About The Guns with Ashley Reckdenwald

    This week on Love in Common we chat with special guest Ashley Reckdenwald, the founder of Working Mom Notes. We talk about the excitement, desperation, and even fear parents are feeling about sending their kids back to school. We also discuss family boundaries, how white privilege enables gun violence, and how free speech tech billionaires are connected to this polarizing American issue. Follow Ashley on Instagram and check out her website for more info on Working Mom NotesHere 4 The Kids Info If today’s show resonated with you please pass it on to a friend, colleague or someone you care about. Want to reach out and share your story with us? Leave us a 60 second voice memo at loveincommonpodcast@gmail.com for a chance to be featured on the show or use the hashtag #loveincommon on Instagram @loveincommonpod Thanks for listening!

    1h 27m

  4. 08/30/2023

    Barbie

    This week on Love in Common, we talk BARBIE. From her controversial corporate roots to the post-feminist backlash, to the girl power messages she inspires that just might save the world, Ernie, Erin and I talk Greta Gerwig’s billion dollar box office smash. Take a listen, we are so glad you are here. Show Links:  - Frank's Movie Review: Barbion: Impoppenheimer? If today’s show resonated with you please pass it on to a friend, colleague or someone you care about. Want to reach out and share your story with us? Leave us a 60 second voice memo at loveincommonpodcast@gmail.com for a chance to be featured on the show or use the hashtag #loveincommon on Instagram @loveincommonpod Thanks for listening!

    59 min

  5. 08/23/2023

    Here Comes Mom with The Books w/ special guests Clara and Linda Villarosa

    This week on Love in Common we are joined by two very special guests- author Linda Villarosa, and her 92 year-old mother and entrepreneur Clara Villarosa (both ladies also happen to be featured in Erin’s 2016 documentary Dream, Girl). From hearing about Linda’s Pulitzer nominated book, Under The Skin, to about how Clara opened the largest African American Book Store in the country,  five generations come together to have a rich conversation about what it means to be a social worker in our communities, the importance of art in our lives, and the necessity to sometimes party on a roof top in NYC.  Take a listen, we are so glad you are here. Linda Villarosa’s book “Under The Skin” Book Linda for a speaking eventGood Wine in Park Slope Time of Essence on OWNSee more of Clara and Linda in Dream, Girl Fall in Love…by Frank Schaeffer If today’s show resonated with you please pass it on to a friend, colleague or someone you care about. Want to reach out and share your story with us? Leave us a 60 second voice memo at loveincommonpodcast@gmail.com for a chance to be featured on the show or use the hashtag #loveincommon on Instagram @loveincommonpod Thanks for listening!

    57 min

  6. 08/16/2023

    You Are Not Alone

    In this episode of Love in Common we talk about the things that we are the most proud of that don’t show up on our resumes, plus dive deep into a conversation about mental health and how to find hope in a world that sometimes feels like too much. In this episode of Love in Common we talk about the things that we are the most proud of that don’t show up on our resumes, plus dive deep into a conversation about mental health and how to find hope in a world that sometimes feels like too much. Also, just as a heads up, this episode includes a raw and vulnerable conversation about suicidal ideation, and use some language that may be a bit rough for younger listeners, so if you aren’t in the heart space to listen, that’s okay too. With that out of the way, take a listen. We are so glad you are here. AnnaRose’s BakeryMicroJoys by Cyndie Spiegel Fall in Love…by Frank SchaefferCW // Self-Harm, Language If today’s show resonated with you please pass it on to a friend, colleague or someone you care about. Want to reach out and share your story with us? Leave us a 60 second voice memo at loveincommonpodcast@gmail.com for a chance to be featured on the show or use the hashtag #loveincommon on Instagram @loveincommonpod Thanks for listening!

    51 min

  7. 08/11/2023 · BONUS

    Dogs Don't Text (The Vasectomy Part Two)

    In this bonus episode we continue our conversation about family planning and dive into a discussion about “busy” culture, are inspired by Genie to make new friends, and decide it might be a good good idea to throw your phone out the window (after this episode of course.) Take a listen, we are so glad you are here. If today’s show resonated with you please pass it on to a friend, colleague or someone you care about. Want to reach out and share your story with us? Leave us a 60 second voice memo at loveincommonpodcast@gmail.com for a chance to be featured on the show or use the hashtag #loveincommon on Instagram @loveincommonpod Thanks for listening!

    42 min

  8. 08/09/2023

    The Vasectomy

    In this week's episode we explore the complicated dynamics of family planning. Erin grapples with the unexpected grief of not having more children, Frank shares some of his favorite traditions that his mom passed on to him, and Ernie thinks about what it would be like to adopt and grow his family. Take a listen, we are so glad you are here. If today’s show resonated with you please pass it on to a friend, colleague or someone you care about. Want to reach out and share your story with us? Leave us a 60 second voice memo at loveincommonpodcast@gmail.com for a chance to be featured on the show or use the hashtag #loveincommon on Instagram @loveincommonpod Thanks for listening!

    52 min
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We live in a world driven by deadlines, paychecks, and political division. But what happens during those moments in between? It’s those small slices of exchange that make up a life. Moments with neighbors, partners, kids, and caregivers. Coming to the table with three very different life experiences we are meeting each other where we are at- and asking the big questions about how to survive and thrive in those moments in between. This is the “Love in Common” podcast.

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  • Creator
    Frank Schaeffer, Ernie Gregg, and Erin Bagwell
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    29
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    Explicit
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