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Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints

Sacred Legions interview secular saints, a term coined by author Kurt Vonnegut for people performing decently in an indecent world. Hosted by Max Goller, we find out what inspired our guests in their saintly journey and ask them to contribute volunteer and self-care resources for our audience that they will be able to find on our website, sacredlegions.org. As Kurt said, ""No damn cat and no damn cradle...There is only one rule I know of babies—goddamn it, you"ve got to be kind!"

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00:59:50

Christopher Kendall Olsen: A Secular Saint of Human...

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2026/03/10

In this episode of Sacred Legions, host Max Goller speaks with Christopher Kendall Olsen from Welcome to Housing about his inspiring journey helping people moving into a new home. Relocating after a loss or being unhoused can be daunting, so providing household items in Maine is a vital service. They discuss the importance of community support, volunteerism, innovative solutions to homelessness, and recovery from loss.

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00:58:31

Hugh Magbie: A Secular Saint of Human Rights

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2026/02/10

In this episode of Sacred Legions, host Max Goller engages with Hugh Magbie, a secular saint of human rights, discussing his background, the influence of Quaker values, and the complexities of activism in today's political landscape. They explore themes of alienation, the role of minorities in politics, the impact of consumer choices, and the importance of community engagement. The conversation reflects on the challenges of nonviolence, the integrity of

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00:58:31

Hugh Magbie: A Secular Saint of Human Rights

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2026/02/10

In this episode of Sacred Legions, host Max Goller engages with Hugh Magbie, a secular saint of human rights, discussing his background, the influence of Quaker values, and the complexities of activism in today's political landscape. They explore themes of alienation, the role of minorities in politics, the impact of consumer choices, and the importance of community engagement. The conversation reflects on the challenges of nonviolence, the integrity of

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00:56:06

Ben Price: A Secular Saint of Global Stewardship

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2026/01/13

In this conversation, host, Max Goller, and Secular Saint, Ben Price, discuss the evolution of the Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund (CELDF) and its mission to empower communities to assert their rights against environmental degradation. They explore the shift from traditional regulatory approaches to a focus on community rights and self-governance, emphasizing the importance of local decision-making in environmental matters. The discussion also

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00:56:06

Ben Price: A Secular Saint of Global Stewardship

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2026/01/13

In this conversation, host, Max Goller, and Secular Saint, Ben Price, discuss the evolution of the Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund (CELDF) and its mission to empower communities to assert their rights against environmental degradation. They explore the shift from traditional regulatory approaches to a focus on community rights and self-governance, emphasizing the importance of local decision-making in environmental matters. The discussion also

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00:55:43

Alexis Whitham: Secular Saint of Human Rights

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2025/12/09

In this episode of Sacred Legions, host Max Goller engages with Alexis Whitham and April Krall from the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless. They discuss the importance of community support for the unhoused, the impact of policies on homelessness, and the need for empathy in healthcare. The conversation highlights the Homeless Persons Memorial Vigil, personal journeys into advocacy, and the significance of housing-first initiatives. The guests share

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00:55:43

Alexis Whitham: Secular Saint of Human Rights

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2025/12/09

In this episode of Sacred Legions, host Max Goller engages with Alexis Whitham and April Krall from the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless. They discuss the importance of community support for the unhoused, the impact of policies on homelessness, and the need for empathy in healthcare. The conversation highlights the Homeless Persons Memorial Vigil, personal journeys into advocacy, and the significance of housing-first initiatives. The guests share

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01:02:55

Keith Andrews: Secular Saint of Creative Expression

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2025/11/11

In this episode of Sacred Legions, host Max Goller thanks co-host Pat LaMarche for her mentorship in the podcast’s first year. He then introduces season two’s first secular saint, Keith Andrews, while welcoming back season one’s inaugural saint, Christina Jarvis, as his secular sidekick. They discuss the significance of art, community, and the legacy of Kurt Vonnegut, exploring how Andrews' work, particularly the Vonnegut altar, serves as a teaching tool

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01:02:55

Keith Andrews: Secular Saint of Creative Expression

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2025/11/11

In this episode of Sacred Legions, host Max Goller thanks co-host Pat LaMarche for her mentorship in the podcast’s first year. He then introduces season two’s first secular saint, Keith Andrews, while welcoming back season one’s inaugural saint, Christina Jarvis, as his secular sidekick. They discuss the significance of art, community, and the legacy of Kurt Vonnegut, exploring how Andrews' work, particularly the Vonnegut altar, serves as a teaching tool

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01:05:35

Mike Draper: Secular Saint of Free Expression

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2025/10/13

In this episode of Sacred Legions, hosts Max Goller and Pat LaMarche interview Mike Draper, the founder of Raygun, a unique t-shirt company based in Des Moines. Draper shares his journey from selling t-shirts on college campuses to establishing a successful brand known for its positive messaging and community engagement. The conversation delves into the importance of authenticity in business, the challenges of corporate culture, and the value of

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01:05:35

Mike Draper: Secular Saint of Free Expression

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2025/10/13

In this episode of Sacred Legions, hosts Max Goller and Pat LaMarche interview Mike Draper, the founder of Raygun, a unique t-shirt company based in Des Moines. Draper shares his journey from selling t-shirts on college campuses to establishing a successful brand known for its positive messaging and community engagement. The conversation delves into the importance of authenticity in business, the challenges of corporate culture, and the value of

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00:54:11

Don Sawyer and Tim Hashko: Secular Saints of Human...

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2025/09/08

In this episode of Sacred Legions, hosts Max Goller and Pat LaMarche engage with filmmakers Don Sawyer and Tim Hashko, who discuss their impactful documentary films addressing homelessness and social issues. They explore the importance of community collaboration in combating homelessness. The conversation delves into personal motivations behind their work, the challenges of activism, and their upcoming projects, including a film about Kurt Vonnegut’s

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00:54:11

Don Sawyer and Tim Hashko: Secular Saints of Human...

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2025/09/08

In this episode of Sacred Legions, hosts Max Goller and Pat LaMarche engage with filmmakers Don Sawyer and Tim Hashko, who discuss their impactful documentary films addressing homelessness and social issues. They explore the importance of community collaboration in combating homelessness. The conversation delves into personal motivations behind their work, the challenges of activism, and their upcoming projects, including a film about Kurt Vonnegut’s

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01:07:44

Lindsey Martin: Secular Saint of Gun Safety

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2025/08/11

In this conversation, Secular Saint Lindsey Martin, Saintly Sidekick Krystal Rooduijn, and Saintly Spark Megan Zweifach share their personal experiences with gun violence and the profound impact it has had on their lives with hosts Max Goller and Pat LaMarche. They discuss the journey of transforming personal pain into community healing, the importance of support systems, and the need for advocacy against gun violence. The conversation highlights the

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01:07:44

Lindsey Martin: Secular Saint of Gun Safety

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2025/08/11

In this conversation, Secular Saint Lindsey Martin, Saintly Sidekick Krystal Rooduijn, and Saintly Spark Megan Zweifach share their personal experiences with gun violence and the profound impact it has had on their lives with hosts Max Goller and Pat LaMarche. They discuss the journey of transforming personal pain into community healing, the importance of support systems, and the need for advocacy against gun violence. The conversation highlights the

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01:00:41

Rev. Matthew Best: Secular Saint of Health Care,...

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2025/07/14

In this episode, hosts Max Goller and Pat LaMarche engage with Reverend Matthew Best, exploring his unique journey from politics to ministry. They discuss the intersection of faith and social justice, particularly in addressing homelessness and healthcare access. Matthew shares insights on the challenges faced by the unhoused and the importance of community trust in providing services. The conversation also touches on the impact of legislation on

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01:00:41

Rev. Matthew Best: Secular Saint of Health Care,...

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2025/07/14

In this episode, hosts Max Goller and Pat LaMarche engage with Reverend Matthew Best, exploring his unique journey from politics to ministry. They discuss the intersection of faith and social justice, particularly in addressing homelessness and healthcare access. Matthew shares insights on the challenges faced by the unhoused and the importance of community trust in providing services. The conversation also touches on the impact of legislation on

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01:00:26

Gary Gulman: Secular Saint of Health Care

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2025/06/09

In this engaging conversation, Gary Gulman shares his journey with mental health, the influence of Kurt Vonnegut on his work, and the therapeutic nature of writing. He discusses the importance of honest communication in friendships, the role of literature in personal growth, and the challenges of addressing difficult topics through comedy. Gulman reflects on his experiences with depression, recovery, and the power of storytelling, while also highlighting

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01:00:26

Gary Gulman: Secular Saint of Health Care

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2025/06/09

In this engaging conversation, Gary Gulman shares his journey with mental health, the influence of Kurt Vonnegut on his work, and the therapeutic nature of writing. He discusses the importance of honest communication in friendships, the role of literature in personal growth, and the challenges of addressing difficult topics through comedy. Gulman reflects on his experiences with depression, recovery, and the power of storytelling, while also highlighting

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00:55:42

Svitlana Blinova and Yurii Kushnir: Secular Saints of...

Sacred Legions: A Podcast for Secular Saints ·

2025/05/12

In this episode of Sacred Legions, hosts Max Goller and Pat LaMarche engage with guests Svitlana Blinova and Yurii Kushnir, who share their harrowing experiences from Ukraine amidst the ongoing war. The conversation highlights the resilience of communities affected by disaster, drawing parallels between the recovery efforts in Paradise, California, and the struggles faced in Ukraine. The guests discuss the emotional toll of war, the importance of

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