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Brave Nation with Leigh SloanRestoring Culture through TheologySend us a textLeigh Sloan and Dr. Jonathan Welton discuss: - leadership failures in the church- better covenant theology- 4 leavens of influence- Dr. Welton's new Uncommon Leaders schoolFor more on Brave Nation and Leigh Sloan, visit bravenation.online. For more on Jonathan Welton and Uncommon Leaders, go to jonwelton.com.2025-06-101h 00
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanEducation Q&A with Alaska Education Commissioner with Deena BishopSend us a textJoin Leigh Sloan and Alaska Education Commissioner Deena Bishop as they discuss upcoming legislative bills in Alaska, the huge challenges facing education in Alaska, and the remarkable success of Alaskan charter schools. For more on Brave Nation, visit bravenation.online. To contact your Alaskan legislators visit akleg.gov2025-04-0659 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanThe Dignity Index w/ Tami PyferSend us a textLearn how to reframe your conversations to be more effective and productive by focusing on dignity and steering away from contempt. Our guest Tami Pyfer has helped to develop sucessful method of discourse that help people achieve real solutions. She is the Chief External Relations Officer at UNITE and co-creator of the Dignity Index. Tami leads government and corporate partnerships for the Index and has a background in education policy, and has served as an advisor to former Utah Governor Gary Herbert. See the Dignity Index at: https://www.dignity.us...2025-03-2253 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanNational Pendulum Swings w/ Maurice ArnoldSend us a textIn this episode Leigh Sloan and Mo Arnold discuss the wrestling match between competing ideologies in society, public schools, and media. DEI consultant Mo Arnold contends that much of the backlash against DEI is warranted. In the mist of sweeping political changes, we need to uphold the delicate balance of freedom and justice. Find Maurice Arnold at https://molosophy.com/#contactTo find out more about how you can join our community or take one of our classes, go to bravenation.online!2025-02-2758 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanFlipping the Script on DEI with Maurice ArnoldSend us a textMeet Maurice Arnold, a former Senior Master Sergeant turned business and organizational consultant. He has delivered sage counsel to top Air Force leaders, school district administrators, and community leaders. As a DEI consultant he was charged with protecting minorities without a voice. Now he's here to talk about what diversity really means-- the practical steps we should take to empower those in need. Mo shares how so many miss the point of diversity. He believes his job is to empower people based on the content of their character and competency regardess of race...2025-01-1256 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanKingdom Politics and Media with Denise GitshamSend us a textMeet attorney, author, former congressional candidate, and political commentator Denise Gitsham. Denise is the author of "Politics for People Who Hate Politics" and she discusses with Leigh Sloan what it's like to be fully in the arena of government and media and to keep her Christian values fully intact. Find Denise at denisegracegitsham.com For more about the Dignity Index go to dignity.usTo find out more about how you can join our community or take one of our classes, go to bravenation.online! 2024-12-1040 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanNew Political Era, Timeless PrinciplesSend us a textLeigh Sloan speaks with Hansel and Natalie Orzame on the Pastor and Wife podcast. Whether Christians feel threatened or secure in their political climate, there are certain principles we all need to hold on to so that we remain unshaken by the winds of change. Visit the Pastor and Wife podcast to hear the entire conversation. To learn more about Brave Nation and Leigh's book, Pride and Privilege: expand your influence in cultural chaos, go to bravenation.online. To learn more about The Dignity Index, visit dignity.us.2024-11-1632 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanPeople of Faith Using Their Voice with Senator Shelley HughesSend us a textIn this part 2 of our conversation with Alaska Senator Shelley Hughes, we discuss the importance of the faith community in American politics. Senator Hughes explores some of the history behind nonprofit laws and where some confusion came in about the role of faith leaders in governmental affairs. People of faith are encouraged to not allow intimidation and fear to keep them from their voice and from remaining true to their values. Courage is contagious! Leigh discusses her Passion and Purpose Class and invites you to participate at bravenation.online. Contact Alaska S...2024-10-2121 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanUncovering Hidden Ballot Measure Tactics with Senator Shelley HughesSend us a textJoin us for the launch of a new exciting season of Brave Nation with Leigh Sloan! Our first guest is Alaska Senator Shelley Hughes. We discuss how it is possible to collaborate with those who disagree as well as some important ballot measures in Alaska that are trending all over the nation. Ranked choice voting is a very controversial trend that is fundamentally changing the democratic process. Uncover some of the deception and what is at stake if people remain unaware. We also discuss the little known Alaska Ballot Measure 1 concerning minimum wage...2024-10-0638 min
"I'm Glad You Said That" - Jim Minnery Talks Faith & PoliticsPride & Privilege - My Talk With Leigh Sloan on her New BookWe live in extraordinary times as Christ-followers.Not that there hasn't been chaos and antagonism or being marginalized for holding to scriptural truth. People of the Way have always been a minority. As C.S. Lewis noted, we are in..."Enemy-occupied territory---that is what this world is. Christianity is the story of how the rightful king has landed, you might say landed in disguise, and is calling us to take part in a great campaign of sabotage.”What is new, and is one of the central themes in local author and influencer Leigh Sloan's new bo...2024-07-1244 min
Homeschool Conversations with Humility and DoxologyFinding Freedom and Flexibility in Your Homeschool Plan with Leigh Nguyen
Have you ever wished you could talk with seasoned homeschooling moms who have graduated a kid or two? Moms who could help you figure out what really matters at the end of the day and remind you that it really is all going to be ok? My hope is that today’s Homeschool Conversation provides that needed perspective and encouragement for you!
Leigh Nguyen shared a wealth of wisdom and practical advice for both new and veteran homeschooling families. Leigh began by sharing her journey as a homeschooling mom, highlighting the initial aspirations and challenges she faced. Now...2024-05-1343 min
The Must Read Alaska ShowNew Book Alert: Author Leigh Sloan Talks 'Pride and Privilege'
Email me for a free Copy of her book: John@mustreadalaska.com
Join host John Quick for an insightful conversation with author Leigh Sloan as they delve into her latest book, "Pride and Privilege," on the Must Read Alaska Show. Sloan shares the inspiration behind her work and provides a compelling glimpse into its themes and messages. From discussing the writing process to offering valuable insights, this episode offers an exclusive look into Sloan's powerful narrative.
Tune in to explore the thought-provoking perspectives of "Pride and Privilege" with author Leigh Sloan on the Must Read Alaska Show.
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Brave Nation with Leigh SloanKingdom Over Everything with Shae Bynes meets Brave NationSend us a text"Chief fire igniter" Shae Bynes interviews Leigh Sloan on her podcast "Kingdom Over Everything about Leigh's new book, "Pride and Privilege: expand your influence in cultural chaos." Shae was one of the first to endorse Leigh's book and recognize its value to our present generation. This episode is a repost from the Kingdom Over Everything podcast. For more on the online launch on April 4th or the online book club starting on April 9th, click here or go to leighsloan.com. For more on Shae Bynes go to shaebynes.co...2024-03-2750 min
Kingdom Over Everything with Shae BynesExpanding Your Kingdom Influence and Impact in Cultural Chaos (with Leigh Sloan)Ready to expand your influence and engage in brave conversations amidst the chaos around us?In today’s Kingdom Over Everything, Host Shae Bynes speaks with Leigh Sloan about fostering brave conversations, promoting peace, and navigating through cultural divides. Leigh is a seasoned minister, the founder of Brave Nation, and author of Pride and Privilege. Her passion for facilitating open, honest conversations, has led her to create spaces where others can engage in meaningful dialogue. Leigh's practical application of facilitating brave conversations, both online and face-to-face, has enabled her to help individuals overcome their fears and...2024-03-1947 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanPride and Privilege with Harold EberleSend us a textDr. Harold Eberle reacts to concepts from Leigh Sloan's upcoming book, "Pride and Privilege: expand your influence in cultural chaos." Harold gives his insights into cross-cultural ministry compared to the postmodern mindsets of western countries. Harold's ministry is worldcastministries.com. To sign up for Brave Nation Circle or to learn more about Pride and Privilege, go to Leighsloan.com. 2024-02-2544 min
The Bold LoungeJanet Foutty: Instincts in Action- Bold Decisions in LeadershipSend us a text About This EpisodeTune in to hear Janet Foutty’s bold journey as an accomplished senior business leader, technologist, and speaker. Her three-decade tenure at Deloitte has been a masterclass in professional courage and personal growth. Janet's story underscores the importance of being open to new opportunities and trusting your instincts. These choices can often lead to accelerated personal development and career growth, defying the traditional paths laid out before us. Janet also discusses the bestselling book she co-authored, Arrive and Thrive: 7 Impactful Practices for Women Navigating Leadership, which emp...2024-02-1541 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanSchool Choice in Diverse CommunitiesSend us a textLeigh Sloan interviews Krissia Campos Spivey and Dr. Shaunette Parker of National School Choice Week, to discuss school choice matters with regard to awareness, access, and arguments surrounding the school choice conversation. For more on our Alaska event, go to alaskaschoolchoice.com. For national school choice, go to schoolchoiceweek.com.2024-01-1642 min
Get JaschedEp 118 - Get intentional with your money goals this new year with Sloan WilkinsSend us a textWelcome to a 2024, a brand new year and a brand new guest joining us in this episode to talk about money!But before you run away, our guest Sloan Wilkins shares about more than just the budgeting and practical side of managing your money, but also the intention, heart and soul that goes into your 'why' around money. So have a listen and get ready to feel inspired as you step into your year!Sloan Wilkins is a Financial Coach, who has spent his 30-year career in banking and...2024-01-0147 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanReignite your Creativity with Meagan BlessingSend us a textVisual artist and author of “Going to Extremes: trusting God with the adventure of your life” Meagan Blessing joins us to discuss the power of creativity as an essential part of every person. You don’t have to paint a picture to be creative. There are all sorts of ways to unlock creativity. We learn that creativity is one key secret to the abundant life for which we were designed. Find Meagan’s book on Amazon or Messengerbooks.com!2023-12-1452 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanAlaska Native Culture with Bonnie GregorySend us a textHear from Bonnie Gregory as she shares about being a multicultural Native Alaskan with its gifts and historical challenges. Happy Indigenous Peoples month! 2023-11-1627 minBrave Nation with Leigh SloanOpen Letter to My Friends and EnemiesSend us a textLeigh Sloan shares about being treated unfairly and how Christians should walk in the tension of love and justice. 2023-11-0120 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanUnlocking Your Passion and PurposeSend us a textJoin Leigh Sloan along with guests Maggie Tanner, Joshua Samuels, and Melody Goins as they discuss the value of discovering your unique design from a "kingdom" perspective. If you'd like to join Leigh's first online experience of the 8 week Passion and Purpose course, go to bravenation.online to learn more. The live class begins September 25th. Sessions will be recorded if you join afterwards. Listen to the very end of the podcast to get the 10% off discount code for podcast listeners! 2023-09-1043 minBrave Nation with Leigh SloanCampaign ReflectionsSend us a textHear some of Leigh's thoughts after her recent run for Anchorage Assembly. 2023-05-1514 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanThe Grace of the Advisor with Rep. Cathy TiltonSend us a textRepresentative and Alaska House Speaker Cathy Tilton joins us in this Brave Nation Circle training on cultivating The Grace of the Advisor. For the entire training along with much more, join Brave Nation Circle at leighsloan.com! 2023-03-1531 minBrave Nation with Leigh SloanStewarding your Creativity with Melissa BurkeSend us a textMelissa Burke is a worship leader, a visual artist, and a community reformer. She has made a big impact on her sphere by letting the creativity inside of her out. Learn how you too can catch the secrets of stewarding your genius to increase your influence this year. For information about the Alaska School Choice Celebration go here: alaskaschoolchoice.com. For joining Brave Nation Circle subscription platform, go to leighsloan.com. For more on Melissa Burke's art, go to melissaburke.co.2023-01-1436 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanAdoption and Abortion with Adrienne TuckerSend us a textLeigh Sloan interviews Adrienne Tucker, adoptive mother and founder of Generation Now, a ministry to teens and young adults in need of mentorship. See the issues surrounding abortion from the perspective of an adoptive mother. In this episode, racial and cultural dynamics are also explored. To sign up for more content like this go to leighsloan.com. 2022-12-0244 min
Pizza and PropertyWeekly Slice 98 What They Don't Tell You About Pre Approval - With Leigh PaliwalAll Pre approvals are created the same right? Wrong… And if you don’t know the difference between pre approvals it could end up losing you the property you’re about to buy! Leigh Paliwal from Hills Finance walks us through why fully assessed pre approval gives a lot more certainty when you’re investing. How long your pre approval can last can vary by up to 150 days! If you’re about to buy a property this is an episode you want to listen to closel...2022-10-1209 minBrave Nation with Leigh SloanAwaken Hope by Leigh SloanSend us a textLeigh Sloan gave this message at the Brave Nation 2022 event. This is the zoom version that was recorded a week later. In it Leigh gives us the keys to awakening hope, combatting some of the obstacles we have to engagement, and activating our responsibility to become more active and effective in the government sphere. 2022-10-0948 minBrave Nation with Leigh SloanBrave Nation 2022: Hope ForwardSend us a textJoin Alaska State Representative Sarah Vance, Mat-Su Mayor Edna DeVries, and Alaska State Senator Shelley Hughes as we discuss the upcoming Brave Nation event on September 30th and October 1, 2022. Register now at leighsloan.com! 2022-09-2049 minBrave Nation with Leigh SloanFather and the WolvesSend us a textintroducing special guest BT Higgins, author of Father and the Wolves, a guide book for dads on protecting their children and preparing them for life. BT Higgins is also the author of several children's fiction books. Go to https://bthiggins.com/ for more!Click here to find out more about On Purpose Plus2022-08-1926 minBrave Nation with Leigh SloanHow Hope ThinksSend us a textRecounting a recent political almost-victory that spoke some key lessons on the meaning of how we act on the logic of hope when taking risky moves. Is hope blind and stupid? Or does hope really win in the end? What does hope say about our personal character?2022-07-1717 minBrave Nation with Leigh SloanWise as Serpents and Innocent as Doves (with Stephanie Taylor and Kathy Henslee)Send us a textJoin us as we debrief on the campaigns of two women who recently ran for Anchorage Assembly: Kathy Henslee and Stephanie Taylor. Is it possible to maintain integrity while engaging in a political battle? 2022-04-3036 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanStepping Out of the Boat with Stephanie TaylorSend us a textMeet Stephanie Taylor, local Anchorage Assembly Candidate 2022. Stephanie is a homeschooling mom and active volunteer who recently said yes to a call to run for local government. She has stepped up to become a new voice in Anchorage in order to see transformation in her city. This is what it looks like following God's purpose into local government. For more on Stephanie, visit stephanieforak.com. 2022-02-2531 min
The DildorksNo Pain, No GainThis week we’re delighted to chat with Leigh Cowart, the author of one of our favorite recent books, Hurts So Good: The Science & Culture of Pain on Purpose! We discuss sexual and nonsexual masochism, some of the brain science behind pain, and the process of writing their incredible book. Hurts So Good | Recording the Audiobook | The Origins of Masochism | Sexual vs. Nonsexual | Lightbulb Moment | Hot Peppers | Polar Plunge | Hot Ones | Being Witnessed | Hook Suspension | Physiological Predisposition | Learning to Like Pain | Arousal & Pain | Focus | Pain Processing Techniques | Psychedelics | Subspace | Emotional Pain | Post-Fifty Shades | Spanking with Our...2022-02-0856 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanAbortion and Sex Education with Priscilla HurleySend us a textPriscilla Hurley shares her experiences as an abortion survivor, a woman who had multiple abortions and worked in the abortion industry. As a pro-life advocate now, she shares her story and trains young people in sex education from a choice-based, abstinence perspective. 2021-12-1726 minBrave Nation with Leigh SloanParents' Rights in EducationSend us a textIn this interview, we hear from Suzanne Gallagher, Director of the National Parents' Rights in Education organization as well as Annie Massey, the former Director of the Parents' Rights in Education chapter in Alaska. We discuss the ways that the rights of parents have been under attack in recent ways and what can be done about it. For more information or to join a chapter visit parentsrightsined.org. 2021-11-1332 min"I'm Glad You Said That" - Jim Minnery Talks Faith & PoliticsParents Are Piping Up and This Woman is Helping ThemLeigh Sloan is a podcaster, coach and consultant at "Brave Nation" where she empowers leaders to create significant cultural reform in their spheres of influence.Recently, she took on the role of overseeing a group called Alaska Parents' Rights in Education, part of a national movement to engage and equip Moms and Dads to counter some of the leftist indoctrination that's happening with greater frequency and overtness in our schools and culture. If there was a picture of someone next to the words "force multiplier" in your dictionary, it would be Leigh Sloan.I...2021-11-1143 min
Brave Nation with Leigh SloanLiar, Liar: Living Free by Telling the Truth with Jennifer ChristiansenSend us a textHear Jennifer’s story— what occurred in her life to lead her down the road of an addiction to lying with a psychological diagnosis of narcissistic personality disorder. Many people say that narcissism is something people cannot completely recover from, but by the grace of God, Jennifer has experienced that healing in her life. To watch the full video version of the episode, go to LeighSloan.com and join our Brave Nation Circle. 2021-10-1828 min