Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Ashley Landes, Chief Operating Officer with Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministry (TPOM), along with Mary McCrary, Development and Recruitment Specialist, who both highlight the nonprofit organization with a Christ-centered mission "to support individuals in and leaving incarceration, as well as their families, with resources and services that empower them to build healthy, fulfilling lives."

During the interview, Ashley and Mary share how the organization offers transitional housing, workforce development, case management, and counseling services. TPOM builds relationships with individuals while they are still incarcerated, providing mentorship and classes. Upon release, TPOM assists with obtaining identification, healthcare, employment, and other necessities. The program aims to break cycles of incarceration by helping participants successfully reintegrate into society. Mary shares her personal experience and how Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministry changed her life and now is allowing her to mentor and help others who need hope. Ashley and Mary discuss the importance of providing job search assistance, resume preparation, and interview coaching for program participants, and share how their program participants can benefit companies as hardworking and loyal employees. They wrap up talking about some of the ways they also support youth and how the community can support their efforts through volunteerism and donations, especially of food, clothes, and other necessary supplies for program participants.

Visit https://www.tpom.org to learn more about Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministry.
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Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Maggie Schaumleffel, Director of Ministries at Barth House Episcopal Center, who highlights the center's history, mission and efforts. Located near the University of Memphis, Barth House Episcopal Center serves college students and the broader community, focusing on faith, arts, hospitality, and community building. The center aims to help young adults explore their identity and faith while encouraging all members to continually examine their role in the world as Christians.

Barth House Episcopal Center offers a wide variety of programming that invites campus communities and West Tennessee residents to discover the meaning of their faith and experiences. Barth House Episcopal Center serves as a multifaceted community space, offering various events and activities centered around faith, arts, and hospitality. The space hosts speakers, writers, film series, musical performances, and art shows, with a particular emphasis on supporting young adults in expressing their creativity. Maggie explains that the center provides a welcoming environment for discovery and reflection, stocked with food and open to anyone seeking a space to find comfort, respite, and community. Community groups also meet at Barth House Episcopal Center.

During the interview, Maggie also discusses the welcoming nature of the Episcopal Church and Barth House Episcopal Center, emphasizing their openness to diverse perspectives and willingness to engage in curious, questioning conversations. She highlights the value of admitting uncertainty and not having all the answers, which she finds particularly appealing to young adults. She expresses how working with young people has given her hope for the future and continuously challenges her perspectives, keeping her engaged and learning.

Maggie invites the community to participate in various activities at their location, including their Holy Eucharist and Healing Service held most Wednesdays at noon, followed by free lunch, and their community meetings and events. She encourages people to visit the space at 409 Patterson Street and consider using it for their own group meetings or book clubs. She provides contact information, including the Episcopal Diocese of West Tennessee website (edwtn.org), email (barthhouse@episwtn.org), and phone number (901-482-6760) for those interested in connecting or learning more about their offerings.

Visit https://edwtn.org/ministries/college/ to learn more about Barth House Episcopal Center.

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Noah Glenn, a filmmaker in Memphis, Tennessee, who founded Like You Film Club to promote children's social and emotional development through family-friendly films and storytelling, building on his previous experience with Indie Memphis and the launch of Choose 901. The nonprofit organization hosts monthly screenings and is preparing to launch its first annual film festival at the Pink Palace in November, featuring a curated selection of films and interactive educational elements. The festival aims to introduce children to emotionally enriching stories while providing age-appropriate content for families, with opportunities for community involvement through volunteering and sponsorships.

Like You Film Club Launch

Noah Glenn, a filmmaker in Memphis, Tennessee founded Like You Film Club to focus on the social and emotional development of children through family-friendly films and storytelling. The nonprofit organization hosts monthly screenings and is preparing to launch its first annual film festival at the Pink Palace on November 22-23, 2025. Noah's background includes experience with Indie Memphis and the launch of Choose 901 with City Leadership, and his previous short film, "The Devil Will Run," won awards and was shown at children's film festivals across the country, inspiring the creation of Like You Film Club to bring similar experiences to Memphis.

Empowering Kids Through Film Stories

Noah discusses the mission of Like You Film Club, which is focused on using film and creative media to help children better understand themselves and find their place in the world. He emphasizes the importance of connecting kids with stories that resonate with them and broaden their perspectives, comparing the impact of films to travel for those who cannot afford it. Noah highlights the power of stories in showing young characters overcoming feelings of being misunderstood and discovering their worth.

Like You Children's Film Festival

Noah discusses the Like You Children's Film Festival, highlighting its focus on community and conversation beyond the film experience. He explains the selection process, which includes open submissions for short films and active searching for feature films that may not have a U.S. release. Noah emphasizes the festival's emphasis on educational context and interactive elements, such as Q&As with filmmakers and guided discussions about film themes. Jeremy inquires about the festival's details, and Noah provides information on its dates (November 22-23) and encourages attendees to learn more and get involved.

Like You Children's Film Festival

The Like You Children's Film Festival is scheduled for November 22-23, 2025, at the Pink Palace, and it will feature 8-10 feature films and blocks of short films, along with workshops and activities for all ages. The festival aims to introduce children to filmmaking and emotionally enriching stories while providing age-appropriate content for families. Noah invites community members to volunteer, support the festival through sponsorships, and get involved with the organization's year-round programming. More information on the film festival's lineup will be announced in mid-October.

Visit https://likeyoufilmclub.org to learn more about Like You Film Club and Like You Children's Film Festival.