Sacred Rebel Voices

Sacred Rebel Voices is a podcast for courageous living.Hosted by Jerry Zehr, Sacred Rebel Voices weaves together two complementary offerings:Thought-provoking conversations with artists, authors, spiritual leaders, and culture-shapers, and short reflective meditations—Whispers of the Sacred Rebel—designed to ground, encourage, and awaken fierce love.Across interviews and whispers alike, this podcast explores what it means to live with courage, compassion, and integrity when fear, division, and burnout feel ever-present. These are honest conversations and quiet moments.

Sacred Rebel Voices is a religion podcast hosted by Jerry Zehr, with 17 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jerry Zehr hosts Sacred Rebel Voices, a religion show with 17 episodes published.

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  When Hearts Harden: Choosing Curiosity Over Fear

  Apr 2, 202639 minS0

  <p>When fear begins shaping how we see our neighbors, hearts slowly harden—and communities fracture.In this episode of Sacred Rebel Voices, I sit down with Erin Hoagland, Executive Director of the Center for Interfaith Cooperation in Indianapolis, to talk about polarization, interfaith dialogue, and how we build community trust in divided times.We explore: • Why fear narrows our vision• How curiosity disrupts polarization• Practical ways to engage across religious and cultural differences• What community healing looks like at the local levelThis isn’t a sentimental call for unity. It’s a grounded conversation about courage, faith, civic life, and staying op...

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  Carrie Newcomer on the power of Music, Healing, and Real Transformation

  Mar 19, 202643 minS0

  <p>Music can comfort us—but can it actually change us?In this reflective and wide-ranging conversation, Carrie Underwood explores the deeper power of music—not just as something that soothes pain, but as something that invites transformation.We talk about: • Why healing alone isn’t enough• The difference between emotional release and real growth• How faith and creativity intersect• What it means to move through hardship instead of just surviving itCarrie shares personal insight into how music has shaped her own journey—and how it can become a catalyst for courage, resilience, and deeper wholeness.In a divided and anxious world, t...

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  Jeff Worrell on Civility, Leadership and Courage- Project Civility

  Mar 12, 202637 minS0

  <p>In a time when outrage is rewarded and division is profitable, what does real courage look like?In this conversation with Jeff Worrell, founder of Project Civility, we explore why civility is not weakness—but strength. From national polarization to local leadership, Jeff shares how courageous dialogue can reshape communities, restore trust, and invite people back to the table.We talk about faith, personal responsibility, and the quiet bravery required to engage those we disagree with. What does it mean to lead with humility? How do we model respect in a culture that thrives on conflict? And can civility be...

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  "More Than Magic- Ron Diamond on laughter ,Illusion, and the Joy That Heals"

  Mar 6, 202632 minS0

  <p>Ron Diamond has spent over 35 years bringing wonder to audiences through magic, illusion, and mentalism — and with nearly 22,000 performances under his belt, his passion for joy is stronger than ever.In this conversation, Ron shares how magic is more than entertainment — it’s a pathway to laughter, healing, and human connection. We explore the discipline behind performance, the art of creating awe, and why play and wonder still matter deeply in a world that often forgets how to pause and smile.Ron’s lifelong motto captures the heart of his work:“The body heals with play, the mind heals with laugh...

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  They Said It Wouldn't Work- The Mayor Who Built a City of the Future

  Feb 27, 202629 minS0

  <p>What do you do when everyone tells you your vision for a city is impossible? In this episode, Jim Brainard shares how he turned a town of 25,000 into a global model for urban living by choosing beauty over bureaucracy."Jim reflects on the early resistance he faced, the courage required to invest in beauty and public space, and the deeper philosophy behind building not just infrastructure—but community. From roundabouts and arts districts to civic identity and long-term thinking, this conversation explores what it means to lead with imagination in a culture that often rewards short-term wins.This isn’t ju...

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