In this episode of Lean in Olympia, we welcome Reverend Mary Gear of Olympia Unitarian Universalist Congregation to reflect on the path that led her to ministry and the role of faith communities in our lives. Mary explains Unitarian Universalism as a non-creedal faith tradition, shares how it invites people to engage with questions of belief and purpose, and discusses how communities can practice hope in times of uncertainty.
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12 Jun 2026
Talking with Olympia's Souperman
In this episode of Lean in Olympia, Corey talks with Chris Hyde about building community through food, kindness, and radical generosity. Chris reflects on the inspiration behind Souper Sunday and how a single act of sharing soup became a growing movement supporting people experiencing food insecurity and isolation. This conversation reminds us that small acts of care can create real hope and lasting change.
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15 May 2026
Crisis Response and Familiar Faces
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Meg sits down with Natalie Beatty of Familiar Faces and Travis Sullivan of the Crisis Response Unit about their work responding to people experiencing urgent crises, including mental health distress, substance use challenges, housing instability, and other immediate needs, as well as providing ongoing, peer-based case management for people with complex, long-term support needs. They share personal and professional experiences from this work and reflect on what it looks like in practice across the community.
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