Can I Have a Word?
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<p>Words are never just words. They shape who we become, what we believe, and how we see the world - whether we mean for them to or not.</p><br><p>This podcast explores the complex intersection between language and identity. Through a nuanced exploration of the words we use, this podcast examines how words inform who we are and how we subsequently navigate through the world as a result. By understanding our individual relationship to language, we gain insight into the depths of the human experience and simultaneously create opportunities to better understand one another.</p><br><p>Hosted by cultural advisor and communications strategist Carl James, this podcast unlocks the deeper meaning that lies in the words we use every day. If you are open to exploring the power that language can have in our lives, then this podcast is for you!</p><br><p>This podcast will provide the context and rationale for important questions like:</p><p>*How do the words we use shape our personal and cultural identity?</p><p>*How does language connect or disconnect us from our cultural roots or communities?</p><p>*How do the words we use intersect with specific identity markers, including race, gender, and class?</p><p>*How does language influence power dynamics in society?</p><p>*What emotional and psychological impact does language have on identity?</p><p>*How does a deeper exploration of language allow for a greater sense of freedom, control, and power?</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Recent Episodes
April 20, 2026
Faith: Action Without Assurance
<p>What does it really mean to have faith? Not as something rooted in belief—but as a choice to move forward when nothing is guaranteed.</p><br><p>We often think of faith as something that should work out in our favor. But what if it’s not about the outcome at all? What if it’s about moving anyway—and trusting that whatever comes from it, even if it’s simply “I won’t do that again,” still has value. </p><br><p>In this season finale, we explore faith as trusting the step in front of you… without needing the outcome to prove it was worth it. This episode is about redefining faith—not as a guarantee, but as a willingness to act without one.</p><br><p>If this resonates, follow the show and share it with someone who might need the reminder: you don’t have to know how it ends to take the next step.</p><br><p><u>Production Team</u></p><p>Host/Creator - Carl James</p><p>Lead Engineer - Josh Wilcox</p><p>Editor - Walter Nordquist</p><p>Logo Design - Stephanie Cardenas</p><p>Music - Yennaedo Balloo</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
April 6, 2026
Unraveling: Honesty, Capacity, and the Slow Work of Rebuilding
<p>There’s a difference between a bad day… and a period where things aren’t just difficult—they’re unraveling.</p><br><p>In this episode, we explore how to recognize when you’re not just having a hard day—but moving through something deeper. What it means to stop minimizing what you feel, and instead be honest about where you are. And how to navigate that space without trying to quickly fix it—by focusing on what’s within your control, honoring your capacity, and taking it one day at a time.</p><br><p>There’s no quick way out of unraveling. Only the quiet work of meeting yourself where you are—and starting there.</p><br><p><strong><u>Content note</u></strong>: This episode includes a brief reference to suicidal thoughts as part of a broader conversation about emotional overwhelm. If you or someone you know needs support, you can call or text 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline) in the U.S.</p><br><p><u>Production Team</u></p><p>Host/Creator - Carl James</p><p>Lead Engineer - Josh Wilcox</p><p>Editor - Walter Nordquist</p><p>Logo Design - Stephanie Cardenas</p><p>Music - Yennaedo Balloo</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
March 23, 2026
Fear: The Burden of Always Being Strong
<p>We're taught that strength is survival—but what if always being strong is the very thing holding you back? What does it cost to never let yourself fall?</p><br><p>In this episode, I am joined by my friend Bomopregha Julius to unpack the word fear—not just as an emotion, but as a lived experience shaped by identity, expectation, and pressure.</p><br><p>For many of us—especially those who are first-generation, people of color, or navigating spaces where success feels non-negotiable—fear doesn’t just show up as hesitation. It shows up as silence. As perfectionism. As the inability to admit when things aren’t going well.</p><br><p>Together, we explore:</p><br><p>- Why fear is often hidden beneath the pressure to succeed </p><p>- The weight of expectation across identity and upbringing </p><p>- What it means to “fall” — and why perceived failure is often the real teacher </p><p>- The tension between self-protection and self-honesty </p><p>- Why running toward fear may be the only way to truly understand yourself </p><br><p>This conversation is an invitation—to make space for uncertainty, and to recognize that growth often begins where comfort ends.</p><br><p>Because fear isn’t just something to avoid. It might be pointing you toward the version of yourself you’re afraid to meet and the truth you’ve been trying to outrun.</p><br><p><u>Production Team</u></p><p>Host/Creator - Carl James</p><p>Lead Engineer - Josh Wilcox</p><p>Editor - Walter Nordquist</p><p>Logo Design - Stephanie Cardenas</p><p>Music - Yennaedo Balloo</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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- What is Can I Have a Word??
<p>Words are never just words. They shape who we become, what we believe, and how we see the world - whether we mean for them to or not.</p><br><p>This podcast explores the complex intersection between language and identity. Through a nuanced exploration of the words we use, this podcast examines how words inform who we are and how we subsequently navigate through the world as a result. By understanding our individual relationship to language, we gain insight into the depths of the human experience and simultaneously create opportunities to better understand one another.</p><br><p>Hosted by cultural advisor and communications strategist Carl James, this podcast unlocks the deeper meaning that lies in the words we use every day. If you are open to exploring the power that language can have in our lives, then this podcast is for you!</p><br><p>This podcast will provide the context and rationale for important questions like:</p><p>*How do the words we use shape our personal and cultural identity?</p><p>*How does language connect or disconnect us from our cultural roots or communities?</p><p>*How do the words we use intersect with specific identity markers, including race, gender, and class?</p><p>*How does language influence power dynamics in society?</p><p>*What emotional and psychological impact does language have on identity?</p><p>*How does a deeper exploration of language allow for a greater sense of freedom, control, and power?</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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