podcast

A P O D C A S T F R O M S I M P L E C H A R I T Y

Storytelling that’s

transparent, transportive

& transformative.

Transparent

These are real stories of real people: we don’t shy away from vulnerability.

Transportive

We bridge geographical, cultural, and racial gaps to bring you close to your global neighbor.

Transformative

These stories both compel you and equip you to make a Kingdom impact.

Episodes

“The storytelling here compels believers to act.”

A N N A F A I T H A D A I R

Listen on Apple

Listen on Spotify

This is

Two Coins

Hi there! We’re a team that gets fired up about stories of people around the globe who give their “two coins” — people who have experienced firsthand how God’s love has carried them through adversity and who now work to bring that love to others in small but impactful ways. The episodes on Two Coins spotlight these stalwart individuals as well as the nonprofit organizations with which they work. By listening, you’ll learn about global issues and grow to know more of God’s heart for his children. Our hope and prayer is that these stories uplift you, inspire you, and spur you on toward redemptive possibilities!

About

Chris is a reporting fellow at the New York Times and a George J. Mitchell Scholar. At Duke University, he studied political science, English, and journalism. On campus, you could have found him frantically typing up articles in the office of his student newspaper, debating constitutional law with his friends, or climbing up the rock wall at the gym. Chris sees writing and podcasting as powerful gifts from God to clearly communicate His truth and beauty.

Co-host

Chris Kuo

Kristi Sturgill

Kristi is a graduate of Duke University who studied political science, French, and journalism. Outside classes, she loved worshipping with Christian fellowships, dancing ballet, writing news articles, and eating harvest turkey salads. An avid podcast listener, Kristi is excited to be able to share stories of people who live out their faith so boldly because they challenge her to do the same.

Co-host

Angela Tawfik

Audio Engineer, Producer, Illustrator

Angela is a Co-Founder of Simple Charity. She graduated magna cum laude from Duke University in 2019 with a B.A. in art history & visual arts and a B.A. in psychology. A few of her favorite things include art-making, singing, playing piano and tennis, and being way too competitive in ping-pong. As a visual and verbal storyteller, she loves getting to weave together stories of hope and redemption through Two Coins.

Brian is Simple Charity’s CEO & Co-Founder. He studied economics and global health at Duke. Brian enjoys going for long, unhurried runs, drinking excellent coffee, and reading and writing poetry, all activities that help expand his imagination. His favorite thing about Two Coins is the opportunity to share amazing stories of people overcoming hardships in their own voices.

Brian Grasso

Creator

Joseph Aro

Two coins tells the stories of those changing the world through seemingly small acts of faithfulness. These are the people we oft forget yet who are the true disciples of Christ. We are called not to be known for our greatness but for our faithful obedience.

Carly Van Dewark

This podcast thoughtfully explores stories from around the globe in a way that’s so engaging, encouraging, and meaningful. What an incredible way to feel connected to strangers and brought into their journey in a time of distancing. I highly recommend listening as Kristi and Chris bring these true stories to you!

Ethan Pope

This podcast is the perfect mixture of information and conversation. Segments have purpose, hosts have just the right amount of character, and the topics are powerful. Could not recommend it enough!