UNDERCURRENTS

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Ep 43 - Learning to listen before we respond: a practice for communities in conflict.

October 15, 2026

Peacebuilding can feel out of reach, even for people who care deeply about it. In this episode, host Ken Ogasawara shares about four African diaspora communities in Ontario (Eritrean, Ethiopian, South Sudanese and Congolese) that are doing practical peacebuilding through the Working Together for Peace project with MCC Ontario. Their work follows a three-step process: say yes, get equipped, and multiply. Whether you are a newcomer to Canada or not, the stories here offer inspiration and practi...

Ep 42 - Make bread, not bombs

October 01, 2026

Canada is re-arming at a pace not seen since World War II — and most of us have no idea what that actually means. In this episode, Ken talks with Kelsey Gallagher, senior researcher at Project Ploughshares, to cut through the political spin and understand what Canada's historic increase in military spending really looks like on the ground: where the money comes from, where the weapons go, and who ends up paying the price.Then, MCC Canada's Director of Advocacy Anna Vogt makes the case...

Season 7 trailer!

September 21, 2026

Welcome to Season 7 of Undercurrents!Well, once again, if you only look at headlines, the world is a raging dumpster fire. We’ve got trade wars, we’ve got genocide, we’ve got catostrophic flooding and wildfires, billionaires and unhoused people, the list goes on. At times like this, a prayer made famous by Alcoholics Anonymous comes to mind:God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change;courage to change the things I can;and wisdom to know the difference.This season, we are g...

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What is the email for UNDERCURRENTS?

The publicly listed email for UNDERCURRENTS: kenglassofwater@gmail.com.

How many listeners does UNDERCURRENTS have?

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

Who is an ideal guest for UNDERCURRENTS?

UNDERCURRENTS typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Relevant expertise or leadership in peacebuilding, advocacy, migration, refugee resettlement, or related policy and nonprofit work; substantial professional or lived experience is also relevant. Common among recent guests: Senior research or advocacy roles; Leadership in nonprofit, government, or resettlement work; Direct experience shaping or delivering peacebuilding and refugee programs. Recent guests include Anna Vogt, Kelsey Gallagher, and Kaylee Perez.

How hard is it to get booked on UNDERCURRENTS?

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

What topics does UNDERCURRENTS cover?

Recent episodes cover Religion, Christianity, Peacebuilding, Refugee Resettlement, and Social Justice. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.