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Solveig Muus 5/27/25 Solveig Muus 5/27/25

Here I Pod, Episode 9: Middle East & North Africa Advocacy through Accompaniment

Here I Pod is a podcast series from ELCA Advocacy bringing together voices of faith-based advocates caring for all people and creation. Episode 9: Sasha Ghosh-Siminoff, program director for Middle East & North Africa (sometimes referred to as MENA) policy with ELCA Witness in Society.

Solveig Muus 5/20/25 Solveig Muus 5/20/25

Here I Pod, Episode 8: MMIW Awareness and Indigenous Ministries of the ELCA

Here I Pod is a podcast series from ELCA Advocacy bringing together voices of faith-based advocates caring for all people and creation. Episode 8: Vance Blackfox, Justice Nichols and Brenda Blackhawk are guests.

Solveig Muus 5/13/25 Solveig Muus 5/13/25

Here I Pod, Episode 7: People and Budget Choices - Perspective from Lutheran Services in America

Here I Pod is a podcast series from ELCA Advocacy bringing together voices of faith-based advocates caring for all people and creation. Episode 7: Lutheran Services in America president and CEO Alesia Frerichs is guest.

Solveig Muus 5/6/25 Solveig Muus 5/6/25

Here I Pod, Episode 6: Higher education and schools in today’s policy climate

Here I Pod is a podcast series from ELCA Advocacy bringing together voices of faith-based advocates caring for all people and creation. In episode 6, Rev. Dr. Lamont Wells joins host Regina Banks for a conversation about the current climate of higher education. Listen for insights into free speech, Lutheran history and current advocacy efforts.

Solveig Muus 4/29/25 Solveig Muus 4/29/25

Here I Pod, Episode 5: Migration policy changes and their impact

Here I Pod is a podcast series from ELCA Advocacy bringing together voices of faith-based advocates caring for all people and creation. In Episode 5 you’ll hear from faith-based advocates meeting our current moment by supporting immigrants and refugees during a time of rapid shifts and changes. Host: Regina Q. Banks of Lutheran Office of Public Policy - California.

Solveig Muus 4/22/25 Solveig Muus 4/22/25

Here I Pod, Episode 4: Foreign assistance funding freeze effects and actions

Here I Pod is a podcast series from ELCA Advocacy bringing together voices of faith-based advocates caring for all people and creation. Episode 4 takes a critical look at the direct impact on lives worldwide of the evolving landscape of U.S. foreign assistance. Host: Regina Q. Banks of Lutheran Office of Public Policy - California.

Solveig Muus 4/15/25 Solveig Muus 4/15/25

Here I Pod, Episode 3: Connecting faith-based advocates and lawmakers

Here I Pod is a podcast series from ELCA Advocacy bringing together voices of faith-based advocates caring for all people and creation. Real people making a real difference come to the fore in Episode 3, delving into how faith-based advocates can engage in shaping public policy and drive meaningful community engagement. Host: Regina Q. Banks of Lutheran Office of Public Policy - California.

Solveig Muus 4/1/25 Solveig Muus 4/1/25

Here I Pod, Episode 2: Climate Care and Policy Trends

Here I Pod is a podcast series from ELCA Advocacy bringing together voices of faith-based advocates caring for all people and creation. Episode 2 explores the intersection of faith and environmental advocacy within the ELCA and highlights the challenges and opportunities faced by congregations in implementing sustainable practices. Host: Regina Q. Banks of Lutheran Office of Public Policy - California.

Solveig Muus 3/25/25 Solveig Muus 3/25/25

Here I Pod, Episode 1: Housing and Homelessness Trends and Policy Impacts

Here I Pod is a new podcast series from ELCA Advocacy bringing together voices of faith-based advocates caring for all people and creation. The inaugural episode discusses the pressing issues of housing and homelessness in the U.S. and what we can do. Host: Regina Q. Banks of Lutheran Office of Public Policy - California.