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by Paul Swanson | Contemplative Shoveler

4.7(67 reviews)
191 episodes
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Podcast Overview

The Contemplify podcast kindles the examined life for contemplatives in the world. Through artful musings & conversations with scholars, creatives, and master teachers each episode delivers a subtly intoxicating* exchange on the contemplative lifestyle with practical takeaways to emulate in daily life. Host, Paul Swanson, is a husband, father and contemplative educator at the Center for Action and Contemplation and co-host of Another Name for Every Thing with Richard Rohr**. *Contemplify is best served with a pint in hand. Please listen responsibly. ** All shenanigans, tom foolery and bally-hoo posted on Contemplify are my own. Contemplify is not representative of the Center for Action and Contemplation or Richard Rohr on any matter.

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Publishing Since

7/20/2016

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Episode thumbnail for Todd Goddard on Jim Harrison (author of Devouring Time: Jim Harrison, A Writer's Life)

August 1, 2026

Todd Goddard on Jim Harrison (author of Devouring Time: Jim Harrison, A Writer's Life)

Award-winning writer Todd Goddard, Ph.D., discusses his definitive biography of the acclaimed author Jim Harrison, revealing the life and work of a literary icon.

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July 1, 2026

Sasha Waters on Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World

Filmmaker Sasha Waters discusses her documentary "Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World," exploring nature, devotion, and Oliver's enduring poetic relevance.

Episode thumbnail for Beverly Lanzetta on Birthing a New Mysticism

May 20, 2026

Beverly Lanzetta on Birthing a New Mysticism

Host Fr. Adam Bucko interviews theologian Beverly Lanzetta, Ph.D., about birthing a new mysticism through contemplation and mystical activism for a wounded world.

191 total episodes available with 6 transcripts

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What is Contemplify?

The Contemplify podcast kindles the examined life for contemplatives in the world. Through artful musings & conversations with scholars, creatives, and master teachers each episode delivers a subtly intoxicating* exchange on the contemplative lifestyle with practical takeaways to emulate in daily life.

Host, Paul Swanson, is a husband, father and contemplative educator at the Center for Action and Contemplation and co-host of Another Name for Every Thing with Richard Rohr**.

*Contemplify is best served with a pint in hand. Please listen responsibly.

** All shenanigans, tom foolery and bally-hoo posted on Contemplify are my own. Contemplify is not representative of the Center for Action and Contemplation or Richard Rohr on any matter.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates monthly.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

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