In this episode of the Interfaiths podcast, we are honored to sit down with Professor Jeanette Smith, a dedicated social justice advocate and moral exemplar in the South Florida community. Jeanette takes us through her fascinating journey—from growing up in a small town in Northern Maryland and her adult confirmation in the Catholic Church, to her realization that her values naturally aligned with the Quaker tradition while applying to the American Friends Service Committee.

We dive deep into the tenets of Quakerism, including the concept of the "inner light," the challenging discipline of pacifism, and the importance of silence in worship. Jeanette also shares invaluable lessons from her decades of experience in interfaith organizing, particularly regarding workers' rights and wage theft. She discusses the nuances of building coal ...