Meet American legend Sojourner Truth through the eyes of Natasha Sistrunk Robinson, an African American woman who journeyed from South Carolina to the U.S. Naval Academy, and then to her calling as an international speaker, mentor, and thought leader.

Alton B. Pollard III joins Karen Wright Marsh to recount the story of Howard Thurman and to consider Thurman’s urgent question, “How can I believe that life has meaning if I do not believe that my own life has meaning?”

Larycia Hawkins and host Karen Wright Marsh recount the story of the indomitable American civil rights leader Mrs. Fannie Lou Hamer.

How is a leader made? The child of immigrants, Rev. Dr. Walter Kim tells stories of his faith journey and the spiritual mentors who have shaped him along the way.

Lauren Winner joins host Karen Wright Marsh to take a fresh look at the story of Augustine and the promise of his faith for today.

Philip Yancey and host Karen Wright Marsh tell the story of Thomas Merton, a most unusual monastic: best-selling author, peacemaker, and contemplative spiritual teacher.

Best-selling author Father James Martin, S.J, joins host Karen Wright Marsh to tell the riveting story of the Ignatius of Loyola and his transformative approach to the spiritual life.

Author Carey Wallace joins host Karen Wright Marsh to talk about her fabulous new book, Stories of the Saints: Bold and Inspiring Tales of Adventure, Grace and Courage.

In the final episode of Season One, Donyelle McCray of Yale Divinity School and host Karen Wright Marsh talk about embodied practices that bring spiritual vitality into everyday life.

Tim Tseng and Karen Wright Marsh wrestle with the life and legacy of Dorothy Day, the controversial American social reformer who said, “Don’t call me a saint. I don’t want to be dismissed so easily.”

Religion commentator Katelyn Beaty joins host Karen Wright Marsh to tell the story of Juana Ines de la Cruz (1648-1695), the first female theologian of the Americas, a woman whose passion for knowledge fueled her dramatic life.

Donyelle McCray of Yale Divinity School joins host Karen Wright Marsh to tell the story of Henri Nouwen a “wounded healer.”

Religion writer and editor Katelyn Beaty joins host Karen Wright Marsh to puzzle over the question, “Who’s a saint, anyway?”

Tim Tseng joins host Karen Wright Marsh to tell the little known story of Mary Paik Lee – an Asian American Christian who challenges our thinking about race, faith and America.

Tim Tseng joins host Karen Wright Marsh to tell the little-known story of Mary Paik Lee – an Asian American Christian who challenges our thinking about race, faith, and America.

Millions of Americans are abandoning traditional religious institutions. Nearly 1 in 4 Americans choose "None" when asked to give their religious affiliation.  Yet spirituality holds an enduring appeal—and true stories of saints exemplify spiritual lives well lived. Who are the Vintage believers who show the way for Nones…and for the rest of us?

During a terrifying time of deadly plague and war, Julian of Norwich (1342-c.1416) received an extraordinary vision of Christ’s saving, comforting presence. Now, more than ever, we need to hear sister Julian’s radical message: that despite the alarming events of our own present day, God’s love will have the final word. “‘All shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of thing shall be well.” It’s a truth to embrace.

Karen tells the story of Francis and Clare Assisi and discusses their lives with Jonathan Merritt, award-winning faith and culture writer.

Host Karen Wright Marsh tells the story of Thérèse of Lisieux (1873-1897), the obscure young nun whose spiritual genius changed the world. Karen explores her Thérèse’s life and “Little Way” with commentator Katelyn Beaty.

Karen talks with award-winning faith and culture writer Jonathan Merritt about ancient friendships and the future of faith.