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Some unfiltered thoughts on life, power, disposability, privilege - and sometimes less heavy stuf...
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Welcome to the UProot Project Podcast, where we delve into and dismantle toxic beliefs about God, ourselves, and each other. Together, we replant these insights in the fertile soil of wisdom and love, fostering growth and transformation for our souls. Join us on this enlightening journey.
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Listen to cricket-enthusiasts Arjun & Gopal discuss the ongoings of world cricket with their various friends from all over the world. This is a cricket podcast for all your diehards, as you’re going to hear some cool trivia and analysis that Guru Gopal brings to each episode.
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Immigration Stories about people who ventured away from their homelands. These episodes uncover the experiences of people who decided to leave their native roots and arrive in a new place. It sheds light on the moments that led to their decision. For many, it's a story of rebirth.
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With the potential for the Oakland Athletics to leave for Las Vegas at its peak, a new group of A's fans gather each week to remember the good times, complain about the current times, and wonder about the future times.
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Blackness is not a monolithic culture as displayed in the media. The diversity of the Black experience has a lot to do with where we're raised. But what about when we migrate into a different country where the dynamics of race are different than how we learned to navigate our Blackness? How do we adapt? Do we assimilate? Millennial Blacks from the diaspora are finding themselves all over the globe as they migrate for school, life, work or to escape the cultural confines they experienced back ...
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Welcome to the Uprooted by Unwanted Change podcast about managing life transitions. Whether it’s due to relocation, politics, natural disaster, job loss, death of a loved one, divorce, breakup, finances, or injury or disease…change is never easy - especially when it’s unwanted. I’m Kiran Prasad, teacher, speaker, and author of “A Mindful Move: Feel at home again’ based on my 29 house moves. While I’m someone who’s always yearned for stability, the only constant in my life has been change! I’ ...
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Send us a text In this episode of Uprooted by Unwanted Change podcast, host Kiran Prasad and her daughter Nikita Prasad, Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) trainee, discuss the importance of emotional self-regulation during life transitions. They talk about the concept of the window of tolerance and the 'pain body' and use examples from their own ex…
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Send us a text September is Suicide Prevention Month. Please share this episode of Uprooted by Unwanted Change. Lauren Flores talks about her personal journey of grief and healing after the loss of her brother, Zach, to suicide. She discusses the importance of breaking the silence surrounding suicide, navigating the complexities of grief, and the c…
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Send us a text In this episode of Uprooted by Unwanted Change, host Kiran Prasad explores the theme of overcoming our fears and phobias through exposure therapy taking baby steps, and using positive self-talk, visualization, and other such methods. With the encouragement and support of others, she is able to face her phobia of deep water and drowni…
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Send us a text In this heartfelt conversation, Soleil Bogan shares her journey of navigating grief after the loss of her fiancé, Matt, and her path to finding love again with Colin. She discusses the challenges of re-entering the dating world while carrying the weight of her grief, the support she received from her community, and the joy of buildin…
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Send us a text In this epside Kiran shares about what people pleasing is, what causes it and how we can overcome it through assertive and boundary setting skills. She shares some examples from her own life and teaches us some strategies including how to say no. RESOURCES Doreen Virtue, Assertiveness for Earth Angels: How to Be Loving Instead of "To…
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Send us a text This conversation explores the topic of cancer, sickness, caregiving, and death. Specifically of a young fiance, Soleil Bogan, trying to navigate her way through grief, identity, and a sense of belonging in the widow space. The importance of family and community support in navigating life's challenges. Kiran and Soleil share their pe…
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Send us a text In this episode, Kiran Prasad explores the topic of finding purpose and meaning after loss. How suffering is a crucial part of healing. Kiran shares personal anecdotes and insights from her own life as well of from others including Josh Berger, a previous guest on the show, grief expert David Kessler, Holocaust survivor and psycholog…
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Send us a text In this episode, Kiran Prasad talks to guest Josh Berger about how he turned pain into purpose after being furloughed from a job he loved. He discusses his work with the Freedom Writers Foundation and later AVP First where he faced job loss during the Pandemic. Josh shares his personal story of resilience, coping mechanisms, and the …
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Send us a text This episode emphasizes the importance of acceptance and mindfulness as tools for healing. Kiran Prasad shares personal experiences with accumulative losses, the role of support systems, and the journey towards acceptance and resilience. T She explores the complexities of grief, the healing power of gratitude, community, and the impo…
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Send us a text In this episode, Kiran Prasad engages with Nancy Nelson to explore the emotional turmoil caused by breakups and the journey of healing. They discuss the importance of self-care including self-compassion and honoring our losses, and the grief process, in navigating grief and acceptance. The conversation highlights personal stories of …
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Send us a text In this episode of the Uprooted by Unwanted Change podcast, host Kiran Prasad delves into the complex emotions surrounding grief and loss. Drawing from personal experiences and insights from grief expert David Kessler, Kiran explores the definitions of grief, mourning, and bereavement, and discusses the five stages of grief. The conv…
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Send us a text Chris Waker shares his personal story with us. Chris is a motivational speaker, snowboarding coach and former professional snowboarder. With a burning passion for adventure and snowboarding, he competed in events like the FIS World Cup and earned the title of Snowboard Coach of the Year in 2019 from the US Ski and Snowboard Associati…
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Send us a text This episode is part of a Kiran's own Tips for Rootedness. These are bonus episodes that feature only her, no guest where she shares insights from her own unwanted changes, particularly from her many relocations and from her book A Mindful Move: Feel at home again. She talks about the importance of neighborliness: Examples of what it…
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Send us a text Today we focus on being uprooted by wildfire. It was actually the LA wildfires of January, 2025, that first motivated me to create this podcast. Well, I was so saddened to see people having to evacuate due to the fires, including one of my relatives. Then later this year, when I heard about the wildfires that took homes in Oklahoma, …
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Send us a text Who I am, why I created this podcast, and what you can expect from it. Welcome to the Uprooted by Unwanted Change podcast about managing life transitions. Whether it’s due to relocation, politics, natural disaster, job loss, death of a loved one, divorce, breakup, finances, or injury or disease…change is never easy - especially when …
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In this final episode of Season 2, we open up about the real, messy, and often misunderstood path to healing. This one isn’t about quick fixes or feel-good mantras—it’s about the slow, sacred work of re-membering ourselves after harm. We unpack how vulnerability isn’t just the beginning of healing—it is the healing. From physical rehab stories to d…
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In this second part of our two-part conversation on vulnerability, we dig even deeper into what it means to live authentically in a world that encourages performance over presence. From comparison culture to the curated chaos of social media, we explore how our craving for connection is often blocked by the pressure to present a filtered version of…
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In this first part of a two-part conversation, we dive into the complex and often exhausting reality of masking—the ways we suppress, alter, or conceal parts of ourselves to fit into societal norms, workplace expectations, or even family dynamics. From code-switching and performing neurotypical behaviors to minimizing our struggles for the comfort …
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🌿 Episode Summary Hey, y'all! In this episode of The Uproot Project, we're diving into the messy, beautiful, and transformative work of navigating difficult conversations. What does it mean to honor your truth while holding space for someone else's humanity? How do we confront tough topics with honesty and kindness, especially when we feel wronged?…
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In this episode of The Uproot Project Podcast, we continue our deep dive into emotional honesty in relationships, exploring why vulnerability is essential for emotional intimacy and connection. We unpack how fear, social conditioning, and transactional relationships prevent deep emotional honesty, especially among men, and discuss practical ways to…
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In this episode of The Uproot Project Podcast, we continue our deep dive into vulnerability—what it means, why it’s so challenging, and how it transforms our relationships with ourselves, others, and even God. Together, we unpack the radical idea that a vulnerable God is a venerable God. What does it mean for God to be vulnerable? How does that sha…
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The Courage to Be Seen: Why we fear vulnerability and how it blocks us from deeper connections
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Welcome to Season 2 of The Uproot Project Podcast! In this premiere episode, we dive deep into the theme of vulnerability. Together, we explore the challenges and rewards of being vulnerable—with ourselves and with others. Drawing from personal experiences and examining the societal forces that shape our ability to be open and authentic, we unpack …
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In this thought-provoking episode of The Uproot Project Podcast, we explore the concept of syncretism and its profound impact on faith, particularly within Christianity. Join hosts Chris, Whitney, and Christian as they explore how blending different beliefs and practices can lead to a richer, more inclusive spiritual experience. From the historical…
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In this episode of The Uproot Project Podcast, we dive deep into the often misunderstood concepts of toxic positivity and gratitude. Join Whitney, Christian, and Chris as they explore the importance of setting boundaries, embracing authenticity, and integrating all parts of ourselves to foster true personal growth and transformation. As the holiday…
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In this episode of The Uproot Project Podcast, we dig deep into 'The Sin of Certainty' series as we explore the themes of escapism, spiritual bypassing, and being present. Join us as we unpack concepts like escape theology, discuss how we often dodge emotional discomfort, and share how these habits shape our relationships, self-care, and understand…
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In this episode of The Uproot Project Podcast, Christian, Chris, and Whitney dive into the theme of control and how it plays out in both our personal lives and in the larger community. Whitney kicks things off with a mindfulness moment, helping us connect with our bodies and notice where we feel like things are slipping out of our control. From the…
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This season, We'll be exploring the human need for certainty, especially in uncertain times, and how this need can lead to controlling behaviors and reactions. We discuss the implications of this mindset on faith, relationships, and mental health, offering insights and tools for embracing uncertainty with grace and faith. Music provided by Chillhop…
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In this trailer episode of The UProot Project Podcast, we introduce you to the heart of the podcast. This podcast is where we challenge the toxic beliefs we've been handed about God, ourselves, and each other, and plant something new, healthier, and life-giving in their place. I (Chris - pastor/theologian), along with Whitney, a mental health profe…
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Strengths and Weakness of 10 IPL 2024 teams with potential starting XII. Forecast on which teams will make playoffs and who can win orange/purple cap ?
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Bazball hitting a roadblock in India and everyone’s pre series predictions goes for a toss, besides Stokes's (predictable) performance.
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The latest "renderings" for the proposed site in Las Vegas were released today and they're...exactly what you'd expect at this point. To discuss today's renderings we're joined by Melissa Lockard from The Athletic and to discuss the history of A's renderings, we're joined by Carl Moren (AsFanByDesign).…
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How did England manage to upset India after conceding such a big first innings lead? Who will replace Jadeja and KL Rahul in the next test? Will India bounce back? Jack, Sumit, and Arjun review the first India-England test and talk about what each team should do differently in the second.
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England fans Jack and Tom reunite with Arjun and Sumit to preview England's tour of India starting 25 Jan 2024. Hear their predictions and thoughts on Bazball, pitches, English spinners, India's wicketkeeper position, and more!
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Arjun and Sumit discuss the short Ind SA Test series becoming even shorter due to the pitches. A discussion on the Indian pace bowling bench strength is followed by WTC25 potential finalists, before naming whom they'd most like to see perform well in the Ind-Afg series.
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Sumit and Arjun review the IPL mini auction (Dec 23). Who do they think has the best squad, and who were the surprise picks?
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Returning after a break of 21 months, the Uprooted Stumps Podcast is back with Arjun and new host Sumit, looking back at the incredible World Cup 2023. We are joined by guests Jack (England) and Umer (Pakistan).
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The Nevada State Education Association doesn't want the A's to build a stadium in Las Vegas with any public money and they're preparing a fight to block those funds approved by the legislature. How will it work? Will it work at all? Today we spoke with Alexander Marks, the Director of Strategy for the NSEA to hear more of the plan and the potential…
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Dave Kaval broke his Twitter silence to use a tragedy as an "I told you so" moment and it received the response from A's fans that it deserved. Then he spoke with Shayna Rubins and launched his history revisionist tour to little acclaim. Here are Tony's thoughts on the man, the myth, the carnival barker, Dave Kaval.…
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What was intended to be a big group show where we all shared our stories of A's fandom without bringing up Kaval and Fisher turned into just another A's Fan Roundtable about Kaval and Fisher but it's a good chat and except for one person who is probably getting us banned from YouTube, it's worth a listen. Enjoy. To continue the A's chat, visit and …
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A special session was called in Las Vegas, Dave Kaval had a short circuit in front of the senate, and John Fisher is back in Oakland touring the Raiders' old practice facility. It has been quite the week for the Oakland Athletics and not a particularly good one. We'll be chatting about all of that and trying to stay up to date with any hearings hap…
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Today we discussed the joint session to hear arguments for the Athletics' Nevada legislation, the absurdity of a 4:00 game time, and we have our first Robespierre of the podcast...or possibly any podcast ever. For more Oakland Athletics chat, join our Uprooted From Oakland discussion group at https://herohabit.com/groups/oakland-as/…
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It's a rare solo episode of Uprooted From Oakland where Tony discusses the new (ridiculous) renderings and the legislation which was presented to Nevada during the recording! To continue the discussion, visit Hero Habit and join our Uprooted from Oakland discussion group.由Hero Habit
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It's been a week since our last roundtable and nothing has really changed but news has been constant and ever-flowing. Today we talk about Dave Kaval, John Fisher, and the embarassing manner in which they have run the A's organization and the stadium project. Plus, the mayor of Oakland says Howard Terminal is ready and Las Vegas says they won't say…
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There's no shortage of news regarding the Athletics potential move to Las Vegas. In today's episode we call Dave Kaval out on his hypocrisy and get updated on the shell game the A's appear to be playing with Las Vegas politicians. For more Oakland Athletics chat, join our Uprooted From Oakland discussion group at https://herohabit.com/groups/oaklan…
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Today Tony is joined by Benjamin (Shakabrodie) and NorCalNodders to discuss the A's move to Vegas, bobbleheads, and a contract most A's fans probably never knew existed.由Hero Habit
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It's round two of our fan roundtable to discuss the Oakland Athletics potential move to Las Vegas. We'll share our thoughts on the move, our memories of the team, and complain about the worst ownership group in sports. For more A's content, join our new group at https://herohabit.com/groups/oakland-as/…
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It has been about a year since we sat down with Dave Kaval and spoke about the parallel paths and the future for the A's. With the current news about Las Vegas fresh in our minds, though, some of what he says comes off even slimier and sleazier than it did at the time of recording. If you haven't listened to this, keep in mind it was a year ago. If…
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Intended as a one-off discussion in the immediate wake of the Oakland A's Las Vegas news, it has been decreed that we're actually starting a podcast/web series. Join us live on YouTube to be a part of the chat or subscribe to listen afterwards.由Hero Habit
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Gopal and Arjun get back in the groove discussing the IPL mega auction. We discuss who the biggest or most surprising losers were, which team won the auction? Which player was most lucky? We delve a bit deeper into Arjun's favourite team the Mumbai Indians, and then run thru who is captaincy material for each of the 10 teams. At the end we also man…
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