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Holly Mackle

I'm Holly Mackle - join me as I ask quirky questions of notable normals. Maybe you've heard what your favorite creatives are working on, but it's outright fun to hear about their most-texted emoji, what they put in their Costco buggy, or the last time they had a dance party. Ready for a little levity in your earbuds? Welcome to Unseriously!

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#90
Wednesday · 4 min
Mini-Bonus: Focusing on Others with Dr. Ashley George
Communications specialist and consultant Dr. Ashley George is back for episode two in this three-part mini-series to help us with small talk. In this episode Ashley will teach us how to take an others-focused approach by looking at how small talk can be meaningful, helping us to better connect with and invest in others. Elizabeth Santelmann of @sunshineinmynest gets a shout-out with her brilliant, "Oh, there you are!"-approach, and Ashley and Holly will duscuss how listening well is actually a Christlike behavior. Ashley helps professionals in all industries with their communications needs. Find her at ashleygeorgeconsulting.com or on Instagram, but you can also email her directly: connect@ashleygeorgeconsulting.com. Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#89
Monday · 28 min
It's the PG Episode. The Mishaps of Being Female
Friends, there are PG episodes and then there are PG episodes…you are not going to believe this one—it’s like everyone agreed beforehand that all of the stories should lean into a certain theme, so let’s go ahead and name that theme The Mishaps of Being Female. We’ve got stories from so many fun recent Unseriously guests—you’ll hear Mary Ryan Brown give us a fashion tip, Karen Swallow Prior have a fashion emergency right before class, Hope Blanton and Chris Gordon from At His Feet Studies have their bodies betray them, Nicole Conrad forget it's a projector, Brittany Salmon crown herself the Love Spell Queen, Elizabeth Harwell almost become Mrs. Brad Paisley, Ashley George get compared to her sisters, and our lone male, Harrison Scott Key, survive his all-girl household. Don't miss the previous full episodes from each of these guests. See you back next week with with an Unseriously first! Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#88
November 4 · 7 min
Mini Bonus: Dr. Ashley George Helps Us with Small Talk
Just in time for "small talk season," a.k.a. holiday party season, it's communications specialist and consultant Dr. Ashley George here to help us with a three-part series, starting today. In this episode Ashley challenges us to think about how we're showing up in a situation that is likely to require small talk, giving us one easy step to combat communication apprehension or straight-up anxiety. She'll offer a takeaway trick for how to enter a room in a more present posture, because as Ashley faithfully teaches--it's all about making more meaningful connections. Ashley helps professionals in all industries with their communications needs. Find her at ashleygeorgeconsulting.com or on Instagram, but you can also email her directly: connect@ashleygeorgeconsulting.com. Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#87
November 2 · 41 min
Portia Collins Is Not Allowed Visitation Rights
The crown has been placed, the sash bedazzled--ladies and gentlemen, the reigning queen of Unseriously iiiiiis: Portia Collins! Lest Miss Third Grade outcompete them, in this episode Portia and Holly will crown themselves with age-appropriate superlatives, explain how the Mama Bear just won't quit (even when gaming), discern the difference between "crazy" and "magnetic," and quilt you a flag long past bedtime--but only because it's a church night. They may also put on blast a couple PSA's on life in the Mississippi Delta. And oh yeah, if you've already listened to Portia's first appearance on Unseriously (here), be prepared for a shock when she gives the update on Kendrick Lamar. Portia has recently transitioned to teaching and will tell us all about it, plus she'll talk about how God is still using her study on Galatians, Finding Freedom in Christ, in her own heart one year after its release. Both Dapper Sam and Landon Bryant will garner shout-outs--and speaking of stepping into giftings--Portia's Unseriously return is one you won't want to miss! Find Portia on Instagram, on Substack, or on her web site, portiacollins.com. Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#86
October 28 · 10 min
Mini-Bonus: Sarah Parker Shares a Wall with the Baby
It's a super fun mini-episode just in time for thinking about Christmas gift-giving--consider stuffing those toddler to early elementary stockings with a seek and find book from our friend from across the pond, Sarah Parker. On this episode Sarah and Holly will delve into the origin of "loggerheads," confuse the tar out of themselves with earbuds/airpods/Air Bud/ear plugs...(you get the idea) plus hear why Sarah was so nervy to share a wall with a family from their small group. We'll hear all about Sarah and her husband, Andre's, collaboration on the Seek and Find series from The Good Book Company, and Sarah's heartfelt and early connection to books that offered engagement without the need to understand every word. Find all the Seek and Find offerings from The Good Book Company here, and find out more about Sarah and Andre at their web site, seekandfind.com. You can also follow them on Instagram. Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#85
October 26 · 35 min
Caroline Saunders Surprised the Airline by Bringing Luggage
Caroline Saunders is BACK for a return episode of Unseriously, and oh my, the topics she and Holly will (wait for it...) cover, as they celebrate the launch of Caroline's latest book, But What Do I Wear? The Biblical Story of Clothing and How it Helps Us Think About Getting Dressed and Approximately Seventeen Stories I May Regret Telling. Listen in for stories about husbands who more or less approximate NFL quarterbacks, getting clear direction on what you mean by "bring an appetizer," and why Caroline is afraid of Anne Frank. The conversation on the sanctification of self-image is rich as Caroline covers how our assumptions about what the Bible says about getting dressed couldn't be more wrong. Both this book (and Caroline herself!) comfort others with the comfort she has received in Christ, and for women in particular--what a moment for underscoring how the most important thing about a believer in Jesus is that she is clothed in Christ. Holly and Caroline collaborated on the mom humor essay collection Same Here, Sisterfriend, Mostly True Tales of Misadventures in Motherhood, which they discuss. Jen Wilkin's Dust to Dust also makes an appearance in the conversation, as well as the picture book Quit Calling Me a Monster! Find Caroline on Instagram or on her web site, and find Caroline's first episode of Unseriously here. Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#84
October 21 · 7 min
PG Mini-Bonus: Christmas Kid Book Buying Guide
As promised, all the links! Happy Christmas present-ing! You can say thank you by leaving a review of Unseriously on your favorite podcasting platform ;) Winnie-the-Pooh, The Graphic Novel, adapted by Kevan Chandler and Joe Sutphin Gruffalo Granny, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler DragonKeeper Chronicles series, book 1 is called DragonSpell, Donita K. Paul The Jolly Postman: Or Other People's Letters or Jolly Christmas Postman, Janet & Allan Ahlberg The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Barbara Robinson Matilda, hardcover edition, Roald Dahl Lego Star Wars Luke Skywalker's Galactic Adventures, Elizabeth Dowsett King Hugo's Huge Ego, Chris Van Dusen Heaven for Kids, Randy Alcorn Friday Night Wrestlefest, J.F. Fox and Micah Player Fortunately, Remy Charlip Dollhouse Sticker Book, Usborne Books Battle Bunny, Jon Scieszka, Mac Barnett, Matt Myers The Smithsonian First Ladies Collection, Lisa Kathleen Graddy and Amy Pastan The Future Book, Mac Barnett and Shawn Harris Greeking Out, Epic Retellings of Classic Greek Myths, Kenny Curtis, Jillian Hughes, and Javier Espila Hoops: A Graphic Novel, Matt Tavares The Panda Problem, Deborah Underwood and Hannah Marks The Action Bible: God's Redemptive Story, Sergio Cariello Calvin and Hobbes, Bill Watterson Sam & Dave Dig a Hole, Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen Little Professor, Homewood's Unseriously book recs landing page Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#83
October 19 · 44 min
Brittany Salmon's Hands Sure Are Full
Get ready to be out-niced, it's author, speaker, professor, Bible teacher, mom to 6, and reliable banter buddy, Brittany Salmon. Don't miss this connection with Brittany as she and Holly discuss how Brittany lives with Ben and also...The Fabulous Mr. Tom Hanks?? This episode spans all the way from solidarity in the Sam's Club aisle to Level 5 Chick-fil-A Corporate Secrets and Full-Court Press Chick-fil-A Requests. Also, Holly has a wide-range questions for Brittany, who is navigating the beauties and complexities of adoption and searching for the source of all those copays. They'll also swing for the fences in caring for friends--prepare to pick up on a trick or two--shout-outs and hand-hearts to Heather, Karen, Diana, and Laura. Brittany's brand new 6-week Bible Study, Nothing to Prove, Nothing to Earn, is just out, plus you won't want to miss Brittany on Instagram, or find her on her web site. You can find the liturgy they discuss in volume 1 of Every Moment Holy. Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#82
October 14 · 11 min
PG Mini-Bonus: Glenna Marshall and Elizabeth Santelmann Teach Us About Emetophobia
Look, I don't know when you appreciate a trigger warning buuuuut for the purposes of anyone listening while driving or making sandwiches or driving through Chick-fil-A to pick up sandwiches...um: TRIGGER WARNING. You might want to just read a few lines of the show's transcript for this one before you decide to dive in. BUT, if you join us, prepare to gross-guffaw with Bible teachers Glenna Marshall and Elizabeth Santelmann as they meet for the first time with what should go on record as the strangest pre-association to one another. Listener, apologies for what we think was a low battery on Glenna's Air Pod--but it's just one of those convos that can't be recreated. Welcome to the first ever *PG* Mini-Bonus. It's going to be a wild ride! Glenna's book Praying in Pain released in June. You can find Glenna at her web site or on Instagram. Elizabeth's Bible study Gently Tended released in September. You can find Glenna at her web site or on Instagram. Listen to Glenna's previous episode of Unseriously here, or Elizabeth's here, here, here, or here. Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#81
October 12 · 33 min
Kelly Yang Has a Complicated Relationship with Cheese
Listen, cheese is getting a lot of air time this show, but something tells us that author Kelly Yang's cheese-o-phobia is representative of such a small slice (ha ha) of the population that, OH WELL. Less holes in that argument than a slice of... It's middle grade author and podcaster Kelly Yang on Unseriously! She and Holly will talk about that time Kelly's Tiger Bomb ring got shut down by the principal, owning being in what Kelly calls their "cringe era," and the likelihood of Holly showing up in a future Kelly book. Beyond this being the episode where Holly expresses her complicated feels on Kelly's book The Take to its author, this episode also doubles as a Kate DiCamillo love fest and tribute to the power of just showing up. Great words here from Kelly about overcoming self-doubt, sharing your struggles with a trusted friend, and embracing when your process looks different from another's, plus Holly makes an episode request of the StoryKind pod: one about "The Book in the Drawer." Kelly is the author of the very popular Front Desk series and the accompanying graphic novel, just out at the beginning of this month, plus The Take, which Holly references, and co-hosts StoryKind with Kate DiCamillo. Holly also references Dust to Dust and Whistler in this episode. Find Kelly on Instagram or her web site, kellyyang.com. Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#80
October 5 · 35 min
The One About the Drill, with Rebekah Hannah and Michael Keller
Yes, they're only brother and sister in Christ but Holly felt like she was looking in the rearview mirror during much of this interview, making certain Bekah Hannah and Mike Keller weren't smacking each other upside the head across the bench seat. Come along for this crazy-hilarious road trip with Bekah and Mike as they realize they agree on just how many things they disagree on, not counting the quantities of ice cream bribe their sorority of collective daughters can consume. The brother-sister banter is HIGH on this episode--you're going to want to lace up your sneaks and pull on your flesh-toned track suit to be ready to run to keep up with these two. Michael Keller is the senior pastor of Redeemer, Lincoln Square in New York City, where Rebekah Hannah serves as his wife's best friend...oh yeah, and also Director of Family Formation. (Did we mention the Hannahs and the Kellers are neighbors??) Yeah, about that...you're just going to have to listen... Bekah and Mike's book, Talking to Your Kids About Hard Things, is landing on Holly's Top Books of 2026 post (upcoming in December on Instagram), but that's not the only project they have together. You can find them on Redeemer's Q&R podcast. Separately (as Holly recommends), they each have multiple projects just out or about to come out--(ladies first, Michael): Bekah's children's picture book, Zara and the Mean Girl, as well as her spiritual formation book for grown-ups--a 5-star read for Holly--The Secret to Confidence, and her counseling company, Anchored Virtual. Mike has a new book with his dad, Tim Keller, just out called The Stories We Live By: How Jesus Critiques and Completes What Our Culture Tells Us. Be sure to follow up the post-dinner-reaching group text with silence...it's time for the sibling sparring that should've named this episode: Holly Mackle Stirs the Pot. Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#79
September 30 · 7 min
Mini-Bonus: Spiritual Formation for Those Who Fall Asleep Reading Spiritual Formation, 3/3
It's the final week of the midweek 3-episode mini-series of Unseriously called Spiritual Formation for Those Who Fall Asleep Reading Spiritual Formation. Links below as promised. Hope you enjoy! A quick guide to annotating YouTube video - 2 mins The Screwtape Letters, C.S. Lewis Mere Christianity, C.S. Lewis Knowing God, J.I. Packer Telling the Truth, Frederick Buechner Hinds Feet on High Places, Hannah Hurnard A Severe Mercy, Sheldon Vanauken Evidence Not Seen, Darlene Deibler Rose Heaven, Randy Alcorn Truths We Confess, R.C. Sproul Anatomy of the Soul, Curt Thompson Secular Creed, Rebecca McLaughlin Art + Faith, Makoto Fujimura Where Is God in a World with So Much Evil, Collin Hansen on my TBR in this category - about to be published by trusteds The Stories We Live By, Timothy Keller and Michael Keller Four Questions God Asks, Carolyn Weber Those on this list who have appeared on Unseriously-- episode with Collin Hansen here episode with Carolyn Weber here I hope you’ve enjoyed this mini-series - let me know by leaving me a comment or a DM on Instagram, or by reviewing Unseriously on your favorite podcasting platform. See you back next week when Unseriously returns with a brand new episode with Bekah Hannah and Michael Keller—you won’t want to miss it—thanks for tuning in! Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#78
September 28 · 51 min
Replay: Collin Hansen Thinks the Internet Is a Fad
While Unseriously's on its two-week seasonal break it's a replay with yet another of our favorite male guests--this week it's the who-expected-him-to-be-as-funny-as-he-is, Collin Hansen. You know him as the top dog editor at The Gospel Coalition, the host of the beloved Gospelbound podcast, and the author of countless sources of faithful scholarship, commentary, and criticism...but have you ever seen him as Rudy's stunt double? It's time to get Unseriously with Collin Hansen. Collin and Holly will discuss why Collin could not bring himself to move up the American Revolution, plus his next career taking over the @birminghamburgers Instagram. But don't worry, we cut out the ten minute riff of them impersonating every Birmingham radio personality they could remember since 2006. If you're Rebecca McLaughlin, Skyler Flowers, Glenn Wishnew, Nadya Williams, Molly Worthen, or Sarah Irving-Stonebraker--you're going to want to listen to this episode. If you're Andrew Wilson...ah, maybe not so much. Collin has a brand new (free) weekly newsletter subscription, Unseen Things--well worth your time--and his latest books, The Gospel After Christendom and Where Is God in a World with So Much Evil?, both available from TGC. **added to notes for this episode's re-release--Collin's writing on the topic of AI in the newsletter Unseen Things is unsurpassed. Music for Unseriously was composed by Adam Wright of ⁠The Corner Room⁠, a ministry that sets Scripture to music as a tool for meditation and memorization. His latest Christmas project, ⁠Light Has Shone⁠, is a beautiful journey through five Advent passages that point us to Jesus, the true light of the world. You can listen on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you listen to music. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#77
September 23 · 5 min
Mini-Bonus: Spiritual Formation for Those Who Fall Asleep Reading Spiritual Formation, 2/3
It's week 2 of the surprise midweek 3-episode mini-series of Unseriously called Spiritual Formation for Those Who Fall Asleep Reading Spiritual Formation. Links below as promised. Hope you enjoy! The Valley of Vision, A Collection of Puritan Prayers & Devotions In Our Lives First, Meditations for Counselors, Diane Langberg A Praying Life, Paul Miller Adorning the Dark, Andrew Peterson Forgive, Tim Keller The Language of Rivers and Stars, Seth Lewis I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen, Kate Strickler What to Say When She Thinks Her Husband Isn't a Good Spiritual Leader, Lauren Washer Who Am I and What Am I Doing with My Life? Justin Poythress The Redeemed Reader, Janie Cheney and all the women of Redeemed Reader Dust to Dust, Jen Wilkin Parenting: for parents of kids in the middle years: Parenting Ahead: Preparing Now for the Teen Years, Kristen Hatton for parents of littles: Help! I’m Ruining My Kids, Abbey Wedgeworth for those who already have teens, Talking to Kids About Hard Things, Rebekah Hannah and Michael Keller on my TBR in this category - about to be published by trusteds: Hope for the Anxious and Depressed, Hope Blanton and Christine Gordon Those on this list who have appeared on Unseriously-- episode link to Betsy Farquhar and Megan Saben of Redeemed Reader here link to Abbey Wedgeworth episode here link to Kate Strickler episode here link to Lauren Washer episode here link to Hope Blanton and Christine Gordon here Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#76
September 21 · 46 min
PG Replay: Jose Sarduy Is Here to Date Your Daughter
It's an Unseriously replay with the one, the only JOOOOOEY SAAAATURDAY...er...Jose Sarduy. While Unseriously's on it's quarterly two-week break, let's go back and visit two of our favorite male guests--up next week, one you might not have guessed was as funny as he is, and this week, one you could've guessed was a riot. It's comedian Jose Sarduy. *Fair Warning: Find Jose Sarduy's clean comedy specials with Dry Bar Comedy on YouTube here and here. Anywhere else is the wild, wild west...don't send me an email. My Covid lockdown habit was Dry Bar with a side of Tiger King (what was yours?) and that's where I was first introduced to Jose. Since then he's managed to overturn the giggle box of my entire family and just about all of my friends, so it feels only right that he should've been invited to Unseriously. I'd watch the Dry Bar specials with grown-up ears only first just to make sure you're good with them, but if they clear your content filters I can't wait to hear what lines your family latches on to. Ladies and gentlemen, Joey Saturday. You can keep up with Jose on his web site (including finding upcoming shows) or on his Instagram or Facebook. Heads up (per Jose) that tour dates at theaters and cruise ships are generally PG but bar or comedy club appearances where he's workshopping new stuff...not necessarily so much. Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#75
September 16 · 8 min
Mini-Bonus: Spiritual Formation for Those Who Fall Asleep Reading Spiritual Formation, 1/3
Welcome to a surprise midweek episode of Unseriously—and double bonus—it’s going to be a mini-series that will run for the next 2 weeks each Wednesday called Spiritual Formation for Those Who Fall Asleep Reading Spiritual Formation. Links below as promised. Hope you enjoy! The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness, Tim Keller None Like Him, Jen Wilkin Gentle and Lowly, Dane Ortlund Bright Hope for Tomorrow, Chris Davis Jesus Through the Eyes of Women, Rebecca McLaughlin The Gospel Waltz, Bob Flayhart & Holly Mackle The Paradise King, Blaine Eldredge You Were Never Meant to Do It All, Kelly Kapic You Have a Calling, Karen Swallow Prior Becoming Wholehearted, Anisa Sumlar and Larry Bolden Free to Weep, Brittany Allen Jesus Will Meet You There, Kristen Wetherell and Sarah Walton The Secret to Confidence, Rebekah Hannah Praying In Pain, Glenna Marshall But What Do I Wear? Caroline Saunders Those on this list who have appeared on Unseriously-- episode link to Kelly Kapic here link to Karen Swallow Prior here and here link to Bob Flayhart here and here link to Anisa Sumlar and Larry Bolden here link to Caroline Saunders here link to Glenna Marshall here link to Kristen Wetherell and Sarah Walton here Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#74
September 14 · 50 min
Mary Ryan Brown Hangs with the Terry Gross She Might See at a Buc-ee's
Put on your pantyhose and your Talbots 2-piece skirt suit and get ready to glow up for the Nerd Carnival--it's one of the Deep South's very own, bean connoisseur and Holly's brand new duo interpretation partner, comedian Mary Ryan Brown. Listen in and feel bad for guys actually named Greg as Mary Ryan and Holly delve into their oddball-similarities, including both a long-held affinity for Terry Gross and the knowledge of which Staples you have to go to to find that specific book. This episode is chock-full of the joy that is Mary Ryan's comedy and quick wit, whether that's in giving new meaning to the term "tube sock," looking for the Whalt Disney Whorld adults with a sense of humor, or talking Mary Ryan out of a Tide pod...we're just going to presume you know her already - but if you don't - Unseriously is delighted to introduce you. Mary Ryan and Holly will also have some dear moments you won't want to miss remembering Mary Ryan's grandmother, Dr. Frances A. Karnes, what makes Southerners so special, and the intersection of faith and comedy. Find Mary Ryan on Instagram or at her web site, maryryanbrown.com. Local friends, note she's appearing at the Stardome in Birmingham on October 4th with Landon Bryant. And here's that tomato soup recipe Mary Ryan talks about! 5-6 Roma tomatoes, sliced 1 can of butter beans, drained 1 can of Cannelinni beans, drained 1 orange bell pepper, sliced 1 whole head of garlic, covered in olive oil and wrapped in foil 1 whole yellow onion, quartered Olive oil Garlic powder Onion powder Salt Pepper Trader Joe's Soffrito seasoning Combine all ingredients on a large sheet pan and roast for 45 minutes at 400 degrees. Blend roasted ingredients, then add one tablespoon of balsamic vinegar and vegetable broth or heavy cream to achieve desired consistency. Serve with a balsamic drizzle. Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#73
September 7 · 28 min
Get Serious: Amy Grimes
Amy Grimes is back on Unseriously! Holly and Amy had *so much fun* in Amy's first episode, Amy Grimes, Duchess of Chipmunk Hazzard, and you can find that one in season 2 of the show--but now it's time to welcome Amy back for a Get Serious edition. Get ready to be spurred, encouraged, and left speechless with awe of how God made us--plus pick up some practical tips from Amy as to how to deal with creativity-killing thoughts that speak lies like "I am not impressed," or "This is a waste of time." Amy's piece, "In Awe" can be viewed at this link on her Instagram. Overcome negative self talk, reach for something beautiful, and oh yeah--have a little fun at the expense of ill-prepared public speaking--hope you enjoy this episode of Unseriously! Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#72
August 31 · 36 min
Hope Blanton and Chris Gordon Named Their Book After Hope
Put on the Cardi B., snap on your overalls, and lace up those combat boots--it's time for the ladies from At His Feet studies, Hope Blanton and Chris Gordon. (Did you know they named their new book after Hope?? Yeah, the publisher wouldn't let them call it Hope & Chris for the Anxious and Depressed...so weird, B&H.) Hope and Chris BRING IT in this episode, letting us all know we really should be more afraid of the butterfly house, the microwave, and those boys in Hebrew class. These ladies set the example for being unapologetically themselves, and the way they live life in color is refreshing and shame-releasing. And also possibly has undiagnosed dyslexia...maybe, we don't know, but probably yes. They bring their whole hearts to this episode, laughing together and reminding us all that Jesus is not ashamed of us. Chris and Hope's new book, Hope for the Anxious and Depressed, releases September 29th with B&H and is on preorder now. You can find all of their previous studies at their web site, athisfeetstudies.com, where you can also find their latest study on 1 Corinthians. The ladies are also on the Instagram. Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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August 24 · 41 min
Get Serious: Mark Whitworth
It's a very special Get Serious episode with Holly's real life friend, Mark Whitworth. Mark served for 27 years in several capacities at the Southeastern Conference (or the SEC for those of you sportsy-folk), ultimately as associate commissioner. Through a series of events you've just got to hear him tell, he was recruited to Asbury University first as their Athletic Director, and now as a Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff...and he landed there just a couple of years before the revival, or what is now referred to as the Outpouring at Asbury. Mark shares stories from those extraordinary days, ushering those of us who observed from afar straight into Hughes Auditorium, letting us in on just how God had used his previous training at the SEC to equip him for such a time as this. Be encouraged as you are reminded how God writes our stories and prepares us for the unimaginable. Plus, it's a call to radical humility and an expectant heart. Holly wants you to know if only she could have named this episode a normal Unseriously-style name, she definitely would have called it: "Mark Whitworth Ditched Chapel." Look for more funny stories from Mark on an upcoming episode, but for now this episode will lean into the serious, and we hope your heart is led into worship as well. Links, Mentions, and Resources: Asbury University on Instagram Battle for the Heart/Wellspring Group Mark references, and their previous episode of Unseriously OMPC founding and former lead pastor, Bob Flayhart Mr. "I Preached a Stinker. I'll Be Home Shortly."-himself, Zach Meerkreebs @sojourner_films, and Outpouring info and vids. Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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