Pádraig Ó Tuama is an Irish poet, theologian, and conflict mediator — and one of the most distinctive literary voices working today. Host of the acclaimed Poetry Unbound podcast from On Being Studios and a professor at Yale Divinity School, his work weaves together language, faith, and the hard work of reconciliation. His books include Kitchen Hymns, In the Shelter, and Poetry Unbound: 44 Poems on Being with Each Other. He is a former leader of Corrymeela, Ireland’s oldest peace and reconciliation community.

Nate is a graduate of the Hayes School of Music at Appalachian State University, He has since served as a music educator in North Carolina Schools for over 12 years, directing choral programs, and organized countless performances. He currently serves as the lead guitar instructor for the Junior Appalachian Musicians after-school program for Catawba County.  Nate is an experienced church musician and music director, currently serving at SOMA Church in Hickory, NC. His leadership in ecclesiastical performance, combined with a strong background in traditional Appalachian music, gives him a unique ability to connect historical music traditions with modern finesse.