The Samwise Yaboinsky Podcast

Ian Garvie

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sat, 20 Nov 2021 18:59:14 -0500

Chris and Samuel discuss the First Church music program with Music Director Ian Garvie. Music by Leander Frank.

Eloise McGaw

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sat, 20 Nov 2021 19:01:16 -0500

Chris and Samuel learn about Eloise's fascinating spiritual path from Catholicism to Unitarian Universalism. Music by Leander Frank.

Nate Sellers

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sat, 20 Nov 2021 19:02:41 -0500

Chris and Samuel talk with Children's Religious Education Director Nate Sellers about his spiritual path from evangelical Christianity to Humanism. Music by Leander Frank.

Joelle Te Paske

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sun, 28 Nov 2021 01:37:05 -0500

Chris and Samuel discuss enchantment with Joelle, who was in the First Church youth group and now attends Harvard Divinity School. Music by Leander Frank.

Simon Andrews

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sun, 05 Dec 2021 02:02:18 -0500

Chris and Samuel talk to First Church organist Simon Andrews about his upbringing in England and his life as a composer. Music by Leander Frank.

Laura Caputo

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sun, 12 Dec 2021 03:54:54 -0500

Chris and Samuel learn about Laura's important work with the church's Social Action Committee. Music by Leander Frank.

John Howe

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sun, 02 Jan 2022 02:34:08 -0500

Chris and Samuel discuss history, music, the climate, and more with John Howe. Music by Leander Frank.

Leslie Talmadge

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sun, 16 Jan 2022 01:51:18 -0500

Chris and Samuel talk to Leslie about the Belmont LGBTQ Alliance, finding joy during the covid pandemic, and the meaning of the first UU principle. Music by Leander Frank.

Mary Harrison

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sat, 05 Mar 2022 22:31:16 -0500

Chris and Samuel talk with Mary about deep listening and finding the inner voice.

Bayard Klimasmith

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Mon, 14 Mar 2022 23:20:46 -0400

Chris and Samuel think about truth and tradition with Bayard.

Susan Kobayashi

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sun, 20 Mar 2022 02:26:26 -0400

Chris and Samuel talk with Susan about her Jewish background, the spiritual significance of stewardship, and the third UU Principle.

Lillian Anderson

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sun, 27 Mar 2022 02:21:53 -0400

Chris and Samuel learn about theater and midwifery from the church's Adult Programs Director, Lillian Anderson.

Jess Hicks

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 01:06:37 -0400

Chris and Samuel discuss meditation, yoga, and gender identity with Jess.

Ran Courant-Morgan

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Wed, 11 May 2022 02:22:21 -0400

Chris and Samuel talk with Ran about their spiritual journey, heart-centered work, and dog training.

Katie Labounko

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sun, 15 May 2022 02:24:59 -0400

Chris and Samuel discuss Shakespeare, the free and responsible search for truth and meaning, and throwing-axes with Katie.

Sam James

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sat, 11 Jun 2022 21:27:34 -0400

Chris and Samuel talk with Sam about his Southern Baptist upbringing, his journey to UU, and his work on the Parish Board.

John O'Connor

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sat, 22 Oct 2022 04:05:34 -0400

Chris and Samuel talk with our ministerial intern John about his background in both Judaism and Catholicism and his work at First Church.

Courage: Special Episode

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sat, 29 Oct 2022 01:28:44 -0400

First Church members reflect on people in their lives who have shown courage.

Priscilla Cobb

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 23:16:25 -0400

Chris and Samuel discuss social action, interfaith families, and whales with Priscilla.

Anjali Kumar

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sun, 11 Dec 2022 03:44:54 -0500

Chris and Samuel learn about Anjali's journey from India to the United States.

Doris Hunter

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sun, 18 Dec 2022 01:03:17 -0500

Chris and Samuel talk with the church's former interim minister Doris Hunter about her childhood, her training for the ministry, and the Japanese tea ceremony.

Wendy Conroy

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sat, 31 Dec 2022 22:28:51 -0500

Chris and Samuel are joined by Wendy, the Religious Education Assistant and OWL Coordinator at First Church.

Samuel on Samuel

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sat, 11 Feb 2023 01:06:16 -0500

Chris and special guest Jane Minasian ask Samuel about his ongoing doctoral research on the life of playwright Samuel Beckett.

The Beloveds

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 22:53:49 -0500

A special episode featuring Chris and Samuel's beloveds, Jesse and Lauren.

Creativity

The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist — Sat, 15 Apr 2023 04:50:56 -0400

First church artists, writers, and musicians share what creativity means in their lives. Featuring Jess Hicks, Kathy Crawley, Eugene Pool, Jon Svetkey, Heather Quay, Nick Hausman, Parrish Dobson, Valentin Frank, Alice Trexler, and Richard Curzi.