The Mockingcast
The Mockingcast is a bi-weekly podcast hosted by RJ Heijmen, Sarah Condon and David Zahl, and brought to you by Mockingbird Ministries, an organization which seeks to connect the Christian faith with the realities of everyday life in fresh and down-to-earth ways. You can find out more about Mockingbird at www.mbird.com. Audio production provided by TJ Hester.
Episodes
May 27, 2025 • 66 mins
In their last episode before the summer hiatus, RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk afternoon pop-ins, cigarette nostalgia, do-gooder derogation, and rejected generations. Also, RJ watches Cobra Kai while Sarah's son (thankfully) opts not to take over the world.
To respond to the opening appeal, visit www.mbird.com/support (https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E353807&id=2).
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May 12, 2025 • 61 mins
In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk marketing trauma, cultural decline, and the pluses and minuses of the silent treatment. Also, Sarah goes on a date to WalMart, while RJ tries real hard to be the shepherd.
Click here (https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2025/05/mothers-day-email-opt-out/682715/) to read Ellen Cushing's article "The Brands Are Very Sorry About Your Trauma."
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April 28, 2025 • 74 mins
In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk Pope Francis, dirty dishes, eternal life, and Dave's new book, The Big Relief. Also, RJ bleeds in the pulpit while Sarah takes us to the alley.
Click here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qj5z4SbrH20) to listen to (and watch) Gregory Porter sing "Take Me to the Alley".
Click here (https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2025/04/how-to-load-dishwasher/682425/) to read Ellen Cushing's "There Are ...
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April 14, 2025 • 73 mins
In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk comic marriages, unruly kids, brainwashed Christians and Lenten props. Also, RJ recounts his favorite ever baptism while Sarah revises her opinion of frozen margaritas.
Click here (https://mbird.com/events-list/) to register for the NYC Conference.
Click here (https://amzn.to/3GlmWrd) to pre-register Dave's new book, The Big Relief.
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March 24, 2025 • 68 mins
In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk trend fatigue, athletic nepotism, and toxic preconditions. Also, RJ ponders South Korean babies while Sarah balks at a decision-making expert's decision.
Click here (https://mbird.com/events/relief/) to register for the upcoming Mbird Conference in New York City (5/1-3)
Click here (https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/03/07/style/gen-z-trend-cycle.html) to read Callie Holtermann's "Too Many Tr...
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March 10, 2025 • 66 mins
In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk gracious dermatology, religious resurgence, endemic narcissism, and alto harmonies. Also, Sarah sings some spirituals while RJ watches some cows.
Click here (https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/04/well/dr-pimple-popper-profile-sandra-lee.html) to read "Dr Pimple Popper Knows You Can't Look Away" by Eve Peyser
Click here (https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/26/us/christianity-us-religious-study-pew.html) t...
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February 17, 2025 • 77 mins
In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk relationship recessions, trustafarian guilt, providential nuns, and revitalized churches. Also, Sarah throws a Galentine's party for the ages.
Click here (https://mbird.com/shop/magazine/issue-26-the-holy-spirit/) to order a copy of the Holy Spirit issue of The Mockingbird, or here to subscribe (https://mbird.com/shop/magazine/4-issue-subscription/) to the magazine
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February 3, 2025 • 68 mins
In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk attention wars, inner critics, and middle school drama teachers. Also, RJ learns what HALT stands for, while Sarah gets her playdates mixed up.
Click here (https://mbird.com/announcements/issue-26-of-the-mockingbird-is-available-to-pre-order/) to learn more about (or order!) the Holy Spirit Issue of The Mockingbird
Click here (https://www.netflix.com/title/81945091) to watch_ The Turnaround_
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January 20, 2025 • 72 mins
In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk diminished partying, fearful motivations, radical saints, and the difference between spells and prayers. Also, Sarah shares what will happen when all the yards are finally mowed.
Click here (https://mbird.com/events/relief/) for more details about our Spring Conference in NYC (5/1-3)
Click here (https://amzn.to/4jjdPX7) to pre-order Dave's new book, The Big Relief
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December 21, 2024 • 72 mins
In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk peak reviewing, Martha Stewart's redemption, and Vietnamese recovery. Also, Spotify brings Dave full circle while Sarah uncovers a lost monologue from an 80s classic.
Click here (https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/05/style/reviews-ratings-online.html) to read "Whatever You Do, Don't Review This" by Eric Taub in the NY Times.
Click here (https://www.seenandunseen.com/what-spotify-wrapped-really-tells...
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December 9, 2024 • 65 mins
In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk prepositional gratitude, backfiring fatalism, overgrown cemeteries, and lighthearted Advents. Also, RJ expounds on the benefits of bumblefat.
Click here (https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E353807&id=2) to respond to the opening appeal and support Mockingbird this year-end!
Click here (https://www.newyorker.com/culture/open-questions/why-is-gratitude-so-difficult) to re...
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November 18, 2024 • 61 mins
In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk post-election uncertainty, grieving non-grandparents, digital self-worth, and the bondage of the will. Also, Dave shares an important new use for q-tips.
Click here (https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/12/opinion/donald-trump-election.html) to read Adam Grant's op-ed in the NY Times, "If You’re Sure How the Next Four Years Will Play Out, I Promise: You’re Wrong".
Click here (https://mbird.com/week-in-...
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November 4, 2024 • 62 mins
In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk vibes, clutter, high school bullies, and fortunate falls. Also, Sarah contemplates Elvis, while RJ comes to terms with his uncoolness.
Click here (https://hedgehogreview.com/issues/the-varieties-of-travel-experience/articles/vibes) to read Kyle Edward Williams piece on Vibes in the Hedgehog Review.
Click here (https://aeon.co/essays/the-life-changing-magic-of-japanese-clutter) to read Matt Alt's e...
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October 22, 2024 • 49 mins
Recorded in front of an audience in Tyler, TX, Sarah and Dave do their best to explain the What and Why of The Mockingcast. Think of it as a rare peek behind the curtain as well as a perfect jumping on point for new listeners. Also, Sarah spills some serious tea about a presidential funeral.
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October 7, 2024 • 64 mins
In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk Michelin stars, friends with money, autonomy traps, and Kristofferson's conversion. Also, Sarah and Dave gush about their favorite poet-priest-prophet-musician-TacoBellObsessive Andy Squyres.
Click here (https://thestorymakerspodcast.fireside.fm/) to listen to The StoryMakers Podcast.
Click here (https://www.economist.com/business/2024/09/24/the-curse-of-the-michelin-star) to read The Economist's ...
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September 23, 2024 • 72 mins
In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk school drop-off insanity, mindful underparenting, Silicon Valley rationalism, and anorexic recovery. Also, Sarah listens to a parking lot confession, while RJ fails to keep up. This episode is lovingly dedicated to the memory of Everett Lees.
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September 9, 2024 • 67 mins
In their first episode back, RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk peak loneliness, familial estrangement, and forgiven shoplifters. Also, our new logo/icon debuts, and a pair of Condons learn to surf.
Click here (https://mbird.com/events/the-language-of-grace/) for more information about our upcoming event in Tyler, TX (Sept 27&28)
Click here (https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/27/magazine/loneliness-epidemic-cure.html) to read "Why Is the Loneli...
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June 20, 2024 • 87 mins
For Mockingcasters looking for something to listen to while the gang is on hiatus this summer, look no further! We hope you enjoy the first episode of the new season of Mbird's The Brothers Zahl podcast, "Faith".
Click here (https://open.spotify.com/show/6frnfe7MX9ieCnYE9Vr129?si=0a13bb2039da4ff6) to subscribe or listen to more episodes on Spotify
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June 3, 2024 • 63 mins
In their last episode before the summer hiatus, RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk wedding snobbery, tearjerker movies, and secular exorcisms. The gang wish listeners a fruitful unburdening these next few months! If you feel so led, visit www.mbird.com/support to respond to the opening appeal.
Click here (https://www.theguardian.com/wellness/article/2024/may/15/why-gossip-wedding) to read Francesca Carington's article in the The Guardian, "...
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May 20, 2024 • 65 mins
In which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk weight loss drugs, hypochondria, and the hound of heaven. Also, Sarah attends a pool party while Dave fesses up to his inner Christian Scientist.
Click here (https://talkingbird.fireside.fm/) to listen to the recordings of our recent NYC Conference.
Click here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76QV2SrSqgo) to watch Jerry Seinfeld's commencement address at Duke.
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