Mark ParkerWhile not strictly required, if you stay around long enough, participation with Pastor Paul Vanderklay's "This Little Corner of the Internet" (TLC) involves the sharing of one's personal story—a kind of who, what, where, when, and how I came to this place. This unscripted and unedited recording of my testimony (in two parts) is a meager, likely unwatchable attempt to play along with the other kids in the good reverend's Little Corner.
TLC is a diverse group of theists, agnostics, and atheists—Christians of every stripe, nones, Jews, a handful of Muslims and sprinkling of Buddhists (like myself), skeptics, addicts, non-binary, and pagans—interacting through social media and in person through small groups, around the world in growing numbers, to find fellowship, God, and wisdom.
Feel free to comment or rant. I won't blame you. I would probably rant too.
My Story: Living with Jesus and bipolar disorder (part 1)Mark Parker2024-03-13 | While not strictly required, if you stay around long enough, participation with Pastor Paul Vanderklay's "This Little Corner of the Internet" (TLC) involves the sharing of one's personal story—a kind of who, what, where, when, and how I came to this place. This unscripted and unedited recording of my testimony (in two parts) is a meager, likely unwatchable attempt to play along with the other kids in the good reverend's Little Corner.
TLC is a diverse group of theists, agnostics, and atheists—Christians of every stripe, nones, Jews, a handful of Muslims and sprinkling of Buddhists (like myself), skeptics, addicts, non-binary, and pagans—interacting through social media and in person through small groups, around the world in growing numbers, to find fellowship, God, and wisdom.
Feel free to comment or rant. I won't blame you. I would probably rant too.
Paul Vanderklay's channel: youtube.com/@PaulVanderKlay?si=o8yJpbntjPaXKnmKOn-Ramp Radio The Accidental Mystic S1, E3 Special Guest Lynn LavoyMark Parker2024-10-12 | Lynn Lavoy's comment that motivated me to invite her onto the program was posted to the discussion that I had with Chad a few weeks ago. She wrote: "I agree with Chad, as well. A John Verveke term that is important is "serious play" it not about emotional support it is about learning and growing as a person. Another component is a Jordan Peterson's personality profile -including learning to identify "disagreeable people" and other personality traits we have to learn to identify and engage with. I doubt your wife, Mark, has the same personality profile as N....(however you pronounce her name 😁), so using that as a measuring stick seems to lack emotional intellegence - sorry. ❤" On-Ramp Radio -- The Power of Empathy -- S1, E1 -- Special Guest, Chad the Alcoholic youtu.be/9gL55_7BDNc?si=cMQ_7fwTTHI3x4ml
You can contact me at RedlandsVillageMark@gmail.com.On-Ramp Radio A Pilgrimage in Psychonaut Anthropology S1, E2 Special Guest, William BranchMark Parker2024-10-04 | In this episode of On-Ramp Radio I had the privilege of speaking with William Branch, psychonaut extraordinaire. You've seen him all over the TLC in the comments section of hundreds of videos and livestreams on any number of channels, but you have probably never heard his voice until now. William is not just a guest on my podcast, William is my friend. He played a huge role in helping me to on-ramp into this space we call "This Little Corner of the Internet." Our discussion lasted a little over an hour, but you're going to be left wanting more, because William's knowledge is as deep as it is wide and varied.Howdy...Mark Parker2024-10-02 | ...Trying out a new micMark Parker2024-09-29 | ...Why am I here?Mark Parker2024-09-25 | ...On-Ramp Radio The Power of Empathy S1, E1 Special Guest, Chad the AlcoholicMark Parker2024-09-23 | Welcome to the first episode of On-Ramp Radio. I am Mark Parker. My guest today is Chad the Alcoholic. For many of you who are likely to discover this interview on YouTube, fed as we are by the algorithm, Chad needs no introduction.
His tireless commitment to the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous, his hard-earned wisdom and generosity of spirit have made him something of a hero around here — “around here” being this growing international, nonsectarian fellowship of friends (and occasional frenemies) that we call, “This Little Corner of the Internet.”
Our conversation was recorded on September 23rd, 2024. The subject is the role of empathy in times of social division. Your participation in the comments is always welcome, and if you would like to add your voice to what I hope will be an ongoing discussion here at On-Ramp Radio, please email me at redlandsvillagemark@gmail.com to be a guest on this channel, or feel welcome to join in on any of my livestreams.
Channels and videos discussed:
You can find Chad at @thefridaymorningnameless7623
@PaulVanderKlayTesting: One. Two. Three...Mark Parker2024-09-23 | I'm recording a discussion with Chad, God willing, tomorrow morning and figure that a great way to test the sound would be to have a little chat with whoever wants to talk to me for a few minutes.Reflections Upon Estuary NorthwestMark Parker2024-09-18 | ...Checking in from OlympiaMark Parker2024-09-13 | ...Play it LoudMark Parker2024-09-04 | ...A Love Letter to America and TLCMark Parker2024-09-03 | IMAGE CREDITS
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World at War playlist youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYxy4la9w2tfotW1Xs-7oICGflf4dJtj5&si=9kfwpkSCp_VINwL1A quick preview of things to come...Mark Parker2024-08-27 | ...Can Prayers Travel Time: a follow-upMark Parker2024-08-22 | ...Can prayers time travel?Mark Parker2024-08-16 | Meditating on Matthew 22:29 "But Jesus answered them, “You are wrong, because you know neither the Scriptures nor the power of God."Build to Last (part two): Jacob weighs in...Mark Parker2024-08-11 | Part one of "Build to Last: Christianing in the Age of Ambiguity"
youtu.be/gCvH9NOTSzw?si=EnDtUvKObedyQZd7My Story: Living with Jesus and Bipolar Disorder (lightly edited)Mark Parker2024-07-22 | The original recordings are linked below... This very lightly edited version of "My Story" has been made to improve your listening experience by amplifying the sound and for your convenience, combining two recordings into a single production. Nothing of substance has been removed. Other than, hopefully, improving the audio, all other imperfections have been left intact.
I wrote the following in the description for the original March 13th videos:
"While not strictly required, if you stay around long enough, participation with Pastor Paul Vanderklay's "This Little Corner of the Internet" (TLC) involves the sharing of one's personal story—a kind of who, what, where, when, and how I came to this place. This unscripted and unedited recording of my testimony (in two parts) is a meager, likely unwatchable attempt to play along with the other kids in the good reverend's Little Corner.
"TLC is a diverse group of theists, agnostics, and atheists—Christians of every stripe, nones, Jews, a handful of Muslims and sprinkling of Buddhists (like myself), skeptics, addicts, non-binary, and pagans—interacting through social media and in person through small groups, around the world in growing numbers, to find fellowship, God, and wisdom.
"Feel free to comment or rant. I won't blame you. I would probably rant too."Testing the BandwidthMark Parker2024-07-19 | ...Going forwardMark Parker2024-07-18 | ...Welcome to the Corner... or ...Where am I?Mark Parker2024-07-11 | Attempting to clarify ;) the Personal Knowing of This Little Corner of the Internet (TLC) youtube.com/live/FCkCDw6Hkz0?si=8PJQbumPnXZk5vGt
Exploring Metamodern Christianity: A Deep Dive with Luke Freeman Yours Truly Podcast youtu.be/_JYLPnULyAE?si=S_cCY1hYutZoGwoTPaul, Louise, Elizabeth and we Charismatics in the CornerMark Parker2024-07-03 | Charismatics in the Corner Get some Love in the Corner Vista: Louise Perry and Elizabeth Oldfieldyoutu.be/AtXAAde7jV0?si=AmGQiKtCaITxeYrDJuly 2, 2024 (part 2): Speaking the inside thoughts outloudMark Parker2024-07-02 | youtu.be/6G8F8UzuSGE?si=AR45tY9M9p_yj8RH youtu.be/AtXAAde7jV0?si=-eku1zU9HosGqIha "Heidelberg Catechism EXPOSED-ER" youtube.com/live/2skstup8BGY?si=iVzuXo2urbhouyRhWhere I try to respond to comments and answer questions for an hourMark Parker2024-07-01 | ...On-Ramp Me: Ron CoppermanMark Parker2024-06-29 | ...On-Ramp Me: Clara ReturnsMark Parker2024-06-28 | ...On-Ramp Me: Clara the SociologistMark Parker2024-06-26 | ...Untitled Reflections While Waiting for ChadMark Parker2024-06-25 | Ep. 5 of Chad's "The Not Estuary Show"
youtube.com/watch?v=re2V4OEeyGAReading Pauls Epistle to the RomansMark Parker2024-06-22 | ...On-Ramp Me: JedidiahMark Parker2024-06-21 | On-Ramp Me is a series of discussions with familiar faces around the Corner.My Favorite Fathers Day GiftsMark Parker2024-06-16 | Let's talk all things fathers, gift ideas, and the Father's Day gifts I most cherish.A Beautiful Space: Will This Little Corner change the world?Mark Parker2024-06-14 | FRINGE ENCOUNTER: CLARA THE SOCIOLOGIST -youtube.com/live/WqSizG5pDH0?si=FQku0bV_n7UIIL-B&t=3612Is teen pregnancy worse than never having children?Mark Parker2024-06-10 | Luke Thompson recently asked his subscribers this challenging question: "If you had to choose between having a child out of wedlock or not having children, which would you choose? How does that affect how you parent your teens or adult single children? ls teen pregnancy worse than never having children? Etc."
youtube.com/@whitestonename?si=rGi6cHy9AvdmyJUbAbide Project or Abide in Christ?Mark Parker2024-06-06 | Aaron Vriesman: What is the Criterion for the Abide Project to Declare "Mission Accomplished"?
youtu.be/ZqCr_jHE-PM?si=pG1C0UKKoAnv-0g6My Story: Living with Jesus and bipolar disorder (part 2)Mark Parker2024-03-13 | While not strictly required, if you stay around long enough, participation with Pastor Paul Vanderklay's "This Little Corner of the Internet" (TLC) involves the sharing of one's personal story—a kind of who, what, where, when, and how I came to this place. This unscripted and unedited recording of my testimony (in two parts) is a meager, likely unwatchable attempt to play along with the other kids in the good reverend's Little Corner.
TLC is a diverse group of theists, agnostics, and atheists—Christians of every stripe, nones, Jews, a handful of Muslims and sprinkling of Buddhists (like myself), skeptics, addicts, non-binary, and pagans—interacting through social media and in person through small groups, around the world in growing numbers, to find fellowship, God, and wisdom.
Feel free to comment or rant. I won't blame you. I would probably rant too.