Joyously Free!
LGBTQ+, Church, Religion, Spirituality
Joyously Free!: Don’t worry be happy. Attitude is everything!
In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer talks with Mary Anne Trailor about cultivating joy and maintaining a positive outlook on life. Mary Anne shares her strategies for coping with challenges, such as engaging in meditative crafts, which she finds...
Joyously Free!: Hookshots, Human Rights, and the Holy Spirit – Robert “Silky” O’Sullivan’s Life of Sports, Faith, and Justice
In this episode of Joyously Free!, Joanie Lindenmeyer talks with Robert "Silky" O'Sullivan, a former Lutheran pastor, teacher, journalist, and political figure, about his multifaceted life journey. O'Sullivan shares how basketball transformed his health and identity,...
Joyously Free!: More than a Hospital Chaplain
This episode of Joyously Free!, hosted by Joanie Lindenmeyer, features Ben Curry, a hospital and hospice chaplain at Sutter Coast Hospital, who shares his journey into chaplaincy and the profound role of spiritual care in healthcare and hospice settings. Ben discusses...
Joyously Free!: Becoming the True ME! – Part 1
This episode of Joyously Free!, hosted by Joanie Lindenmeyer, features Part 1 of an interview with Isaac Vaughn, who shares his inspiring journey as a transgender man. Isaac recounts his challenging upbringing in a conservative environment with 19 siblings and his...
Joyously Free!: Pickleball Enthusiasts! Serve, Rally and Have a Blast!
In this episode of Joyously Free!, Joanie Lindenmeyer talks with Paul Wittenmeyer and Walt Zandt, two passionate pickleball players from Brookings. They share how the sport has brought joy, fitness, and a strong sense of community to their lives. The conversation...
Joyously Free!: Belonging to a Small Church
In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer talks with Patrick Quivey, a retired clinical social worker and senior warden of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Crescent City, to explore the unique dynamics of small church communities. Patrick shares his...
Joyously Free!: Del Norte & Tribal Lands Pride Festival in Crescent City
In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer talks with Thomas Kelem, director of Del Norte and Tribal Lands Pride, to discuss the upcoming Pride celebration in Crescent City on June 21st and Lindenmeyer’s book talk at the Del Norte Public Library on...
Joyously Free!: The Joyously Free! World of Community Theater
In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer explores the vibrant world of community theater with guests Karyn-Lynn (Effie) Fisette and Kat Liddell, focusing on its transformative impact, opportunities for involvement, and the joy it brings. Kat shares...
Joyously Free!: Being Trans and in love!
This episode of Joyously Free!, hosted by author and LGBTQ+ advocate Joanie Lindenmeyer, celebrates themes of love, self-discovery, and freedom through the inspiring story of two young trans individuals, Will Jaster and Viv Ashton. The show highlights their journey of...
Joyously Free!: Finding Healing and Joy Through Hope! … Part 2
In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer engages Chaplain Rick Majesky in a heartfelt discussion about grief, healing, and hope. They explore the significance of recognizing God's presence and finding joy within ourselves, while also sharing personal...

