The Academy Podcast

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Every Culture, Every Language: Belonging, Resistance, and the Body of Christ with Rubén Ortiz

October 12, 2026

In this episode of The Academy Podcast, host Shalom Agtarap sits down with pastor, spiritual director, and Academy advisory board member Rubén Ortiz to explore rhythm, healing, resistance, and the presence of spiritual formation in every culture and language.Rubén first encountered the Academy in 2004, in the middle of a ministry crisis, when he was “doing the job but not being the person.” He reflects on how the rhythms of The Academy, including silence, Centering Prayer, the daily office, a...

This Joy That I Have: Embodiment, Resistance, and the Life-Giving Way with Lisa Yebuah

September 07, 2026

In this episode of The Academy Podcast, host Shalom Agtarap sits down with pastor and Academy #44 faculty member Lisa Yebuah to explore joy, embodiment, imagination, and what it means to become fully alive in a world that can so often pull us toward fear and despair.Drawing from her experience as an Academy faculty member and the wisdom of the Black church tradition, Lisa reflects on the practices and people who have shaped her spiritual life. She shares how silence, prayer, ancestral wisdom,...

Held Together: Embodiment, Community, and the Rhythms of Spiritual Formation with Claire McKeever-Burgett

August 10, 2026

In this episode of The Academy Podcast, host Shalom Agtarap sits down with author, theologian, and Academy #44 faculty member Claire McKeever-Burgett to explore what it means to inhabit a spiritual life rooted in presence, connection, and the wisdom of the body.Drawing from her own journey of faith, Claire reflects on the rhythms and relationships that have shaped her spiritual formation—from encountering the Psalms as a young adult to finding companionship among the saints, family, spiritual...

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What is the email for The Academy Podcast?

The publicly listed email for The Academy Podcast: ministryengagement@upperroom.org.

How many listeners does The Academy Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates The Academy Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Academy Podcast?

The Academy Podcast typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Spiritual formation educators, scholars, spiritual directors, authors, retreat leaders, and faculty/organizational leaders—often with public-facing expertise in compassion, contemplation, and socially engaged spirituality. Common among recent guests: Published books; Academic professorship or seminary/theological education leadership; Directing/Co-directing centers focused on compassion or engaged spirituality. Recent guests include Luther Smith and Frank Rogers.

How hard is it to get booked on The Academy Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Academy Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Spirituality, Spiritual Formation, Compassion, Social Justice, and Contemplation. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.