Right Side Up Podcast with Danielle Strickland

About Right Side Up Podcast with Danielle Strickland

welcome. I'm hoping it's here you will find subversive ideas, disruptive thoughts, experience and hope, some spiritual depth and genuine questions... this is a way of one beggar telling another beggar where to find some bread. I'm glad you are here. daniellestrickland.substack.com (https://daniellestrickland.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast)

Publisher

Danielle Strickland

Category

religion & spirituality · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

17 Oct 2016

Latest episode

16 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

3 of 187 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   16 Jun 2026

   The Workers in the Vineyard AKA The Workers in the Vineyard (yes really)

   In this episode, we dive deep into the parable that challenges our notions of fairness and generosity. Why do we feel envy when others receive blessings we think they don’t deserve? This story isn’t just about labourers; it’s a message about the kingdom of God where everyone has enough. What if the true essence of this parable is a reminder that generosity can redefine our understanding of fairness? It’s not about what we earn but the grace we receive. So, let’s reflect: Are we ready to embrace a world where generosity reigns over competition? What does that look like for you? This series was originally preached at James’ church Wellspring Worship Centre (https://www.wellspringtoronto.ca/) - a diverse and Jesus loving community found in Toronto. Get full access to Right Side Up: Danielle Strickland at daniellestrickland.substack.com/subscribe (https://daniellestrickland.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)

2. 

   10 Jun 2026

   Jesus Interrupted - With Meredith Miller

   In this engaging interview, Meredith Miller shares her insights on teaching the Bible to children and adults, emphasizing wonder, imagination, and faithfulness. Discover how her approach transforms biblical storytelling into a space of curiosity and trust, fostering a deeper connection with God’s story. You can check out Meredith’s substack here (https://meredithannemiller.substack.com/) (and you really should) And you can subscribe to Danielle’s substack below Get full access to Right Side Up: Danielle Strickland at daniellestrickland.substack.com/subscribe (https://daniellestrickland.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)

3. 

   1 Jun 2026

   The Rich Young Ruler AKA The Only Man that Jesus ever Loved

   Mark 10 And as he was setting out on his journey, a man ran up and knelt before him and asked him, “Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?” And Jesus said to him, “Why do you call me good? No one is good except God alone. You know the commandments: ‘Do not murder, Do not commit adultery, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Do not defraud, Honor your father and mother.’” And he said to him, “Teacher, all these I have kept from my youth.” And Jesus, looking at him, loved him, and said to him, “You lack one thing: go, sell all that you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.” Disheartened by the saying, he went away sorrowful, for he had great possessions. And Jesus looked around and said to his disciples, “How difficult it will be for those who have wealth to enter the kingdom of God!” And the disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus said to them again, “Children, how difficult it is to enter the kingdom of God! It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God.” And they were exceedingly astonished, and said to him, “Then who can be saved?” Jesus looked at them and said, “With man it is impossible, but not with God. For all things are possible with God.” Peter began to say to him, “See, we have left everything and followed you.” Jesus said, “Truly, I say to you, there is no one who has left house or brothers or sisters or mother or father or children or lands, for my sake and for the gospel, who will not receive a hundredfold now in this time, houses and brothers and sisters and mothers and children and lands, with persecutions, and in the age to come eternal life. But many who are first will be last, and the last first.” Summary In this episode of "Right Side Up," Danielle Strickland and James Sholl explore the concept of viewing the world through a different lens, particularly in how we interpret the Bible. They discuss the importance of challenging traditional perspectives and the impact of wealth on spiritual life. The conversation delves into the story of the rich man in the Bible, emphasizing Jesus' unique expression of love towards him and the broader implications of wealth as a perceived blessing. The hosts reflect on societal norms, inherited wealth, and the transformative power of generosity, encouraging listeners to practice giving as a way to combat scarcity mindsets. They also touch on cultural insights from the Blackfoot tribe, contrasting them with Western individualism. This series was originally preached at James’ church Wellspring Worship Centre (https://www.wellspringtoronto.ca/) - a diverse and Jesus loving community found in Toronto. Get full access to Right Side Up: Danielle Strickland at daniellestrickland.substack.com/subscribe (https://daniellestrickland.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)

Inside a recent episode

Also Known As - Peter Walks on Water

Published 20 Apr 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] And then Jesus's impulse, of course, is come. That's always, that's literally come follow me is the primary invitation of a disciple. And then And then he does, you know, and I just feel like there's so many times where the disciples don't like where they argue about it or they stall or they don't understand. […]

Who has been a guest on Right Side Up Podcast with Danielle Strickland

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Dr Jemar Tisby
• Hakeem Bradley
• Dr Hilary McBride
• Ched Myers
• Bob Ekblad

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.8 / 5

98 ratings

Spotify

4.8 / 5

25 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 42 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

46

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

96

Contact Right Side Up Podcast with Danielle Strickland

Guest appearances

Books guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.

Shows with a similar audience

• 

  Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick

• 

  Formation with John Ortberg

• 

  Inspired... with Simon Guillebaud

• 

  Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life

• 

  John Ortberg | Become New

• 

  Life.Church with Craig Groeschel

Questions about Right Side Up Podcast with Danielle Strickland