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Leading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHow I Lead “High Adventure” Experiences with Youth | An Interview with Ned McArthurNed McArthur is a fellow of the International Board of Functional Neurology, was in private practice as a chiropractor in Orem, Utah, for 25 years, and now works with Integrated Pain Specialists, a multidisciplinary pain clinic in South Jordan, Utah. He served a mission in Dallas, Texas, and has served in the Church as an elders quorum president, ward executive secretary, ward mission leader, Young Men president, Varsity Scout leader, and youth Sunday School teacher. He currently serves as priests quorum high adventure specialist, as a Primary teacher, and a temple worker. Links Share your thoughts in the Leading Saints community ...2025-04-1651 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints Podcast3 Types of Elders Who Attend Quorum Meeting | A How I Lead Interview with Adam BroderickAdam Broderick served a mission in Kyiv, Ukraine. He went on to earn a PhD in Chemical Engineering, and is a devoted husband and father of four. Adam was recently released as an elders quorum president, has previously served as a counselor in the bishopric, ward mission leader, and stake Young Men counselor, and has just been called as stake Sunday School president. Adam enjoys outdoor adventures like peak bagging, rock climbing, backpacking, ice climbing, and canyoneering. A runner and cyclist, he also enjoys playing the piano. Links The Art of Gathering, by Priya Parker Share your thoughts in the...2025-04-0957 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastPutting Jesus at the Center of Your Ward | An Interview with David ButlerThis is a rebroadcast. The episode originally ran in July 2020. David Butler is a religious educator at Utah Valley University. He also cohosts the popular YouTube scripture study channel Don't Miss This and is the author of many religious books, including Almighty: How the Most Powerful Being in the Universe Is Also Your Loving Father, Redeemer: Who He Is and Who He Will Always Be, and Spirit: The Gift that Connects You to Heaven. David has previously served as a bishop. He and his wife Jenny are the parents of six children. Links Don't Miss This Instagram: @mrdavebutler Instagram: @dontmissthisstudy ...2025-03-261h 08Leading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastWhat Does a Church Leadership Training Meeting Look Like? | A How I Lead Interview with Matt Bardsley and Kimberly PerkinsMatt Bardsley grew up in Montana, and after a mission to New Jersey moved to Utah to go to school and has been there ever since. He has a bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University in Sociology and a master’s degree from Utah State University in Education. He has been a seminary teacher for 19 years, 12 of those serving as a local faculty principal where he gets to train teachers. He is a former Young Men president, elders quorum president, ward mission leader, bishopric member, high councilor, and stake Young Men president, and currently serves as first counselor in his...2025-02-1941 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastWhat I Learned from Traveling with an Apostle | An Interview with Parker WalbeckParker Walbeck shares his journey as a millennial content creator who aims to engage both younger and older audiences with gospel messages through short, impactful videos. He emphasizes the significance of sharing simple, foundational doctrines and the power of personal testimony, noting that even small acts of sharing can have a profound impact on friends and family. Parker is a filmmaker, social media expert, and creator of the "True Millennial" YouTube channel, where he shares his insights on using social media to share the gospel. He has worked with the Church to help improve their online presence, and speaks frequently...2025-02-151h 02Leading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastGetting the Youth to Do Hard Things | A How I Lead Interview with Tanner PursleyTanner Pursley was born and raised in Thatcher, Arizona. He served his mission in Recife, Brasil, and graduated from BYU-Idaho where he married his sweetheart Nicole. He got his Masters Degree in School Counseling from Northern Arizona University. Tanner has over six years of EFY experience and another five working as a wrangler for troubled teenagers at Arivaca Boys Ranch. He currently is serving as the bishop in his ward in Morenci, Arizona, where he developed a youth program called "I Can Do Hard Things" to help drive kids off the couch and into living life and preparing for the...2025-02-1341 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints Podcast“God Did Not Call You So He Can Deplete You” | A How I Lead Interview with Jodi AtkinsonJodi Atkinson was born and raised in Utah, and has lived all over the state. She went to college at Utah Tech University in St. George, Utah, and graduated with an Associates Degree in Science. That was where she met and married her husband, Brian. She then took on her next greatest educational experience as the mother of five children. The family left Utah in 2011 and has since lived in Texas, Illinois, and in the Kansas City, Missouri area for the past seven years. Another adventure awaits, and they will be moving back to St. George this summer. Jodi is...2025-02-0600 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastEstablishing a Culture of Service in Relief Society | A How I Lead Interview with Kathy Santiago AllenKathy Santiago Allen grew up in Provo and received a degree in nursing from Brigham Young University. She loved working in women's health and in the medical spa industry in Southern California before shifting her focus to raising five kids. Her husband's educational pursuits took them to San Diego and Los Angeles, then to St Louis, before they settled in North Phoenix. This past June they relocated to Mapleton, Utah. Kathy has loved serving in Primary presidencies, Relief Society presidencies, as Relief Society president, and most recently as a stake Relief Society president. She currently loves serving as a Young...2025-01-1755 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastWhy Your Ward Needs a PodcastThere are many reasons to start a ward podcast. It allows individuals to hear the real stories of those they worship with. This naturally creates a deeper level of unity in the ward which stimulates success on many levels. In this livestreamed episode, Kurt Francom gives a rough outline of why and how a ward could develop a ward podcast. Links Canva Audacity Auphonic Why Your Ward Should Be Using the Ward History Tool | A How I Lead Interview with Beth Zeleny UnitHistory.ChurchofJesusChrist.org Ward Podcast Handout Template Share your thoughts in the Leading Saints community Transcript coming soon ...2025-01-0800 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHow I Lead Leading Saints | An Interview with Kurt FrancomCarlos L. Chacon, Jr. takes the reins to interview Kurt Francom, the founder and executive director of Leading Saints and the usual host of the podcast, as they discuss the organization's future plans and the evolution of its content. This was originally a livestream on YouTube, December 30, 2024. Carlos is a zealous father of five trying to balance faith and family life while making a living in IT. He served as a missionary in the Buenos Aires South Mission, where he developed a deep love for the people and culture of Argentina. As a frequent recipient of the Savior's grace, he...2025-01-011h 15Grandpa Is HimGrandpa Is HimEpisode 4 - Let The StableIn this special release we listen to the Christmas Devotional presented by the Sunset Beach Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of latter-day Saints. This one hour long performance was written and directed by Karen DimickSong- “Let the Stable Still Astonish”- Stake ChoirSoloist- Kate EnsleyCellist- Isla MadsenSong- “Born is the Light of the World”- Stake ChoirBy Sally DeFord Song- “Come, Lord Jesus”- Children’s Choir Song- “Bring a Torch Jeanette, Isabella” Children’s Choir w/ Huntington Beach an...2024-12-1957 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastShowing Up in the Lives of Those You Lead | A How I Lead Interview with Kent JordanKent Jordan was recently released as stake president from the Wilmington, Delaware Stake. He has previously served as a high councilor, in bishoprics and elders quorum presidencies, and as an early-morning Seminary teacher. Kent currently teaches elders quorum and is looking forward to retirement and meeting four new grandbabies in 2025. Links Share your thoughts in the Leading Saints community Read the transcript of this podcast Get 14-day access to the Core Leader Library Highlights Kent offers insights into organizing stake conferences, emphasizing the importance of prayer and collaboration with his counselors and the stake council to determine the needs of...2024-12-1200 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastMonthly Ministering Night | A How I Lead Interview with Garth PedersenGarth Pedersen grew up in Elk Grove, California, and Mesa, Arizona, and served a mission to Brazil. He holds a bachelor's degree in Accounting and is a small business owner. Garth has served as a ward clerk, Sunday School president, bishopric counselor, elders quorum president, and Primary worker (his favorite calling, along with being a dad). He and his wife have three daughters and two sons, and live in San Tan Valley, Arizona. Links Share your thoughts in the Leading Saints community Read the transcript of this podcast Get 14-day access to the Core Leader Library Highlights Garth Pedersen shares...2024-11-141h 00Leading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastThe Handbook Has One Rule | A How I Lead Interview with David GeensDavid Geens is a convert of 13 years, currently serving a "five year mission" as a bishop in the Dutch-speaking region of Flanders, Belgium. He previously served as a branch missionary leader, branch presidency counselor, elders quorum president, high counselor, and national communications director. A computer engineer and entrepreneur, David is active now as a business angel. He and his wife Isabel are the parents of Laurens (21) and Lucas (19). Links geenszins.info dekastvanmormon.info Share your thoughts in the Leading Saints community. Read the transcript of this podcast Get 14-day access to the Core Leader Library Highlights David discusses his unique...2024-11-0745 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastBe Zealous About Sunday School | A How I Lead Interview with Mark CastilloMark Castillo was raised in Honolulu, Hawaii and baptized at age 10. He attended Brigham Young University, served a mission in Venezuela, and has had a career in business and human resources. Mark lives in Highland, Utah, with his wife and three sons, and currently serves as a Sunday School president. Links Share your thoughts in the Leading Saints community. Read the transcript of this podcast Get 14-day access to the Core Leader Library Highlights Mark emphasizes key leadership principles such as conversion, embracing one's teaching style, and the importance of personal stories in teaching. He highlights the need for consistent...2024-10-1635 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastMotivating Your Ward to Engage in the Work | A How I Lead Interview with Jay TimmsJay Timms is an organizational psychologist who blends over two decades of professional speaking experience with extensive hands-on executive leadership experience. Jay has provided leadership training, consulted for, and been a keynote speaker for Fortune 500 companies and improved the performance of businesses, teams, and individuals in a wide range of industries. He is an expert in engaging learners at all levels, leading them to become better leaders. Jay has served in multiple church leadership callings and currently is a bishop in Langley, British Columbia. Links There is already a discussion started about this podcast. Share your thoughts. Read the transcript...2024-10-0949 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastWhy Your Ward Should Be Using the Ward History Tool | A How I Lead Interview with Beth ZelenyBeth Zeleny has pretty much done whatever church callings needed to be done: teaching in Primary, Young Women, Relief Society, early morning Seminary, Gospel Doctrine, and Gospel Principles; serving in Relief Society, Primary, and Young Women ward and stake presidencies; serving as a temple ordinance worker, Relief Society compassionate service leader, and provident living specialist. Just when she thought she had done everything, she was called to be ward history specialist. Beth has a bachelor's degree in Education and a master's and PhD in Geography. She taught middle school math and science before grad school, then taught geography courses in...2024-10-0239 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastFrom Faith Crisis to Relief Society President | A How I Lead Interview with Rebecca WoolfRebecca Woolf was raised in Provo, Utah, the daughter of John and Shawna Edwards, with four brothers. She met her husband Landon at Brigham Young University. After graduation they lived in four different states as Landon studied and trained to become a pediatric anesthesiologist, and Becca studied and trained to become a mother of four incredible boys. They have now settled in Spokane, Washington. Becca has served in the Church as a counselor in Primary, Young Women, and Relief Society, as a Sunday School teacher, and as a Relief Society and Young Women president. Links When Being Released Hurts There...2024-09-1859 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastPreparing Youth as Ward Missionaries | An Interview with Greg TrimbleGreg Trimble is the Founder of Lemonade Stand, an Inc. 5000 company and one of the fastest-growing digital marketing agencies in the United States. He also founded Build Then Bless®, a fintech platform that improves the world through one micro-interaction at a time, and Yalla, a team management and collaboration tool that is 100% dedicated to helping companies and organizations work better together. Greg is an author of five books and has served on the editorial board for BYU Studies, the Board of Directors of Faith Matters, the Advisory Board for Scripture Central, the Board of Directors for Millennial Choirs & Orchestras, the B...2024-09-0750 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastFrom Lost in a Mine to Stake President | An Interview with Joshua DennisFind tickets for the movie Faith of Angels HERE Joshua Dennis works as a designer for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on the For the Strength of Youth Magazine and the Gospel Living App. He graduated from the University of Utah with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Painting and Drawing. He has served as a bishop and currently as a stake president. Josh lives in Salt Lake City, Utah with his wife Johana and their four children. Links The Best Five Years | A How I Lead Interview with Kirby Heyborne There is already a discussion...2024-09-0759 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHow I Lead as a Young Single Adult in London | An Interview with Andy RosasAndy Rosas was born in Argentina and at age six his family immigrated in pursuit of economic stability. They lived in Utah for five years and Italy for two years before moving to Dublin, Ireland, when he was 13. Andy also served in the France Lyon mission, and speaks English, Spanish, Italian, and French. He currently lives just outside of London, England. Andy studied Business Studies at the University College Dublin (UCD) and has worked in IT and Cybersecurity, but currently splits his time between working as a first responder/ground crew for a small private airfield, and running a cleaning...2024-08-0758 minThe Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)Chapter Twenty-Three - Alayne 1 - A Feast for Crows | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)Send us a textSansa does her best to embrace her new identity as Alayne Stone. She and Littlefinger prepare for the arrival of the Lords Declarant. They want Lord Robert and they want Littlefinger gone. However, when the unexpected arises during the parlay, Littlefinger prevails and earns a year as Lord Protector, to prove himself.Chapter Review:Sansa Stark is now going by the name Alayne Stone in public and private, as Petyr Balish insisted. At breakfast, little Lord Robert Arryn is in a state. He wanted eggs and bacon but none were...2024-08-061h 27Leading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastWhen Leadership Expectations Are Exhausting | An Interview with Aaron OsmanAaron Osman is a leadership coach and facilitator, hailing from Tahawai, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. He educates leaders about wellbeing and leadership principles to foster deeper thinking and insights that enhance decision-making, emotional vitality, and overall leadership capability. His joy comes from participating with a leader in their wrestle with complex issues and witnessing them grow as a result of their effort. Aaron believes true empowerment and effectiveness are achieved when people align their thinking and behavior with correct principles.. Aaron has graduate diplomas in Sport & Leisure Studies from the University of Waikato and in Digital Media from Natcoll...2024-07-3158 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastInvolving Women in Sunday School Leadership | An Interview with Garret Shields & Monica FellGarret Shields has a bachelor’s degree in History and a master’s degree in Religious Education, and is currently working on a Ph.D. in History, researching issues and questions related to race and the priesthood in Brazil. He works in the Church Educational System as a Seminary teacher. Garret served in the Brazil Rio de Janeiro Mission and has since served in many callings in the Church including ward mission leader, high councilor, elders quorum president, bishopric counselor, Sunday School president, and nursery leader. He currently serves as a priest quorum advisor. Garret lives in Spanish Fork, Utah, with...2024-07-2443 minWednesday WondersWednesday WondersIn a world where people are controlled by their own admission, one woman imagines a way out. Starring Vanessa Benoit as 10538; Jonna Lyn Alonso as 10767 and Angela Young as the AI voice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-07-1012 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints Podcast“I Literally Washed Her Feet” | A How I Lead Interview with Sierra LarsonSierra Larson serves as a stake Relief Society president in Brandon, Florida, and previously served as a ward Relief Society president. She served a mission in Santiago, Dominican Republic, earned a master's degree in Social Work, and is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in trauma. She recently joined the Chaplain Corp in the United States Air Force and graduated with a second master's in Divinity, with a focus in spiritual leadership. Sierra and her husband Joe Larson have three children. Links There is already a discussion started about this podcast. Share your thoughts. Read the transcript of this podcast ...2024-06-0540 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastI Hesitated Being Called, Mourned Being Released | An Interview with Kayla ShieldsKayla Shields works as a Certified Personal trainer and Nutrition Coach. She earned an associate's degree from LDS Business College and is now headed back to Ensign College to finish a Finance degree. Her church callings have included Primary teacher, Activity Days leader, Relief Society counselor, and Relief Society president. She recently accepted the best calling in the Church: Primary music leader. Despite Kurt and Kayla's recommendation, we did not title this episode "When Salmonella Forms Friendships". You're welcome. Links “The Atonement Works for Me”: One Couple’s Recovery from Sexual Addiction Unashamed/Unafraid When Being Released Hurts There is alread...2024-05-0840 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHow I Lead as Area Mission Medical Advisor | An Interview with Bryan MurrayBryan Murray was born and raised in Long Beach, California, served in the Japan Sendai mission, and met his future wife, Kristine Clawson, while attending Brigham Young University when they went skiing together with their home evening group. Bryan attended medical school at the University of Kentucky then completed an internal medicine residency with the UCSF San Joaquin Valley Program. He worked with a small group practice in Payson, Utah, before moving the family to Anacortes, Washington, where he joined a small internal medicine group and helped start a hospitalist program at Island Hospital in Anacortes. Bryan has served in...2024-05-0133 mini want what SHE hasi want what SHE has323 Laura V Ward "Moving the Body and Watching the Mind"Today on the show I get to speak with Laura Victoria Ward, CMA, RSME, a dancer, choreographer, movement teacher, Laban/Bartenieff Movement Analyst, musician, painter, consciousness explorer, somanaut, and meditator.She is the artistic director of Kingston Contemporary Dance Theatre (formerly Octavia Cup Dance Theatre), a multi-disciplinary, multi-generational company. She has been creating dance theater and performing in New York City, the Hudson Valley, and internationally for over 25 years.She regularly creates and performs with Tonus Maximus and the Glam Rock Cabaret, The Goddess Party, and she is in your grandmother's punk rock band–a.k...2024-04-301h 46Fellowship of the Research PodcastFellowship of the Research PodcastS2E7 Laurelie Menelon (From genomes to flying squirrels)It's a plane, it's a bird, it's a... squirrel? Laurelie Menelon is a PhD student in the ENLS department who studies genomics (a fancy word having to do with genetics) and flying squirrels in Ontario. Find out how climate change is leading to hybridization in flying squirrels and the consequences. Also we get serious about crafting, and for all you future graduate students, learn some tips about the defense process. Related episodes: Ready for more rodent research? Go listen to Greg's episode on muskrats. S1E11 - Greg Melvin (Muskrat Love) - Fellowship of the...2024-04-2427 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastWhat Your Ward Thinks About Priesthood Authority, Temple Marriage, & Brigham Young | An Interview with Josh CoatesJosh Coates studied computer science at UC Berkeley and is the executive director of the B.H. Roberts Foundation. Links The Unique Opportunity Local Leaders Have to Encourage Faith Among Latter-day Saint Millennials | An Interview with Jana Riess Josh Coates articles at Deseret News Stephen Cranney articles at Deseret News BH Roberts Foundation Mormonr.org LDSBot There is already a discussion started about this podcast. Share your thoughts here. Read the transcript of this podcast Get 14-day access to the Core Leader Library Highlights 3:20 Introduction to Josh Coates, one of the founders of the B.H. Roberts Foundation and Mormoner...2024-04-211h 00Leading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastSons of Thunder in Elders Quorum | An Interview with Aaron JaussiAaron Jaussi grew up in Riverton, Utah, in "the best family that someone could ask for." He is the second of five children and grew up an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He earned a bachelor's degree in Plant Science/Horticulture from Utah State University and currently works for Intermountain Farmer's Association (IFA). Aaron and his amazing wife, Christa, have been married for nearly 14 years, have five great kids ranging in ages from 12 years to 10 months, and currently live in Payson, Utah. His church leadership has included service as a Young Men president, bishopric...2024-03-1438 minFellowship of the Research PodcastFellowship of the Research PodcastS2E1 – Tristan Baecklund (Wildlife Diseases)Tristan is a Ph.D. student in the ENLS department who shares the ins and outs of wildlife diseases. Learn about the Arctic form of rabies. Who knew diseases came in different forms based on geography? We revisit the furry Arctic fox, which is the main host for this disease. Learn about climate change and disease dynamics, and how you can help prevent disease spread in your own pets. Related episodes: Learn more about Arctic foxes with Alex: S1E9 - Alex Derian (What does the fox say - err - eat?) - Fellowship of...2024-03-1158 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastRemoving Shame from a Gospel of Grace | An Interview with Kurt FrancomRichie T. Steadman is a radio host, producer, actor, and founder of the Latter-day Saint podcast, “The Cultural Hall”, where he has been entertaining and informing since 2011. Richie worked for 16 years as the producer of the popular Utah radio show, “Radio from Hell”. He served a mission in Cleveland, Ohio, and lives in Salt Lake City, Utah. Richie T’s interests extend far beyond the studio—he’s passionate scholar of Mormon history and a dedicated husband. In this podcast, Richie T interviews Kurt Francom about his book, Is God Disappointed in Me?, and they talk about how we can teach and lead...2024-02-2456 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastStake President of Inner-city Houston | A How I Lead Interview with Dean AndersenDean Andersen has served as a counselor in a stake presidency, high councilor, Seminary teacher, scoutmaster, and bishopric counselor, among many other callings. He was recently released as a stake president. He speaks Japanese, French, and Spanish after serving a mission in Japan, living in France while working for a French company, and serving with three Spanish-speaking wards in his stake. Dean and his wife Colleen live in Houston, Texas, where he works as a CPA/CFO. They have eight children and 28 grandchildren. Links "Pressing toward the Mark", by Elder Edward Dube There is already a discussion started about this...2024-02-0742 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastMaking Church Approachable | A How I Lead Interview with Shawn EdwardsShawn Edwards has spent nearly 25 years in brand marketing, including roles at Kraft, Clorox, and Microsoft. He currently manages a marketing consulting firm he founded in 2012. His work with both small and Fortune 500 companies alike has helped him find his love for a good brand, a good logo, and a good t-shirt. Shawn currently serves as a bishop and has previously served as bishopric counselor, stake high counselor, elders quorum president, and ward mission leader, among others. He has been trying to be called as a Primary teacher for over 30 years, but that remains elusive. Shawn currently resides just outside...2024-02-0130 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastSingle Adult, Relief Society President | A How I Lead Interview with Angela OkadaAngela Okada earned a Bachelor of Arts from BYU and a Master of Arts from the University of Utah, both in Speech Language Pathology. She worked as a speech language pathologist in a northern Virginia school district lived for six years before moving back to Utah, where she continues to work as a school-based SLP. Angela has four nieces and a nephew who she absolutely adores, and she enjoys reading, watching college sports, and trying new restaurants with friends. She has served as a missionary in the Georgia, Atlanta mission, a Young Women counselor, temple ordinance worker, and as a...2024-01-2532 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastBeing a Church Worthy to Receive People | A How I Lead Interview with Travis HuntTravis Hunt is the founder and creative director at Madeby, IPER, and Explanimate!. He has a degree in Screen Production and a master's in Digital Design. In the Church, Travis has served as a Seminary teacher, Gospel Doctrine teacher, bishopric counselor, and bishop. He currently serves on his stake high council. Links There is already a discussion started about this podcast. Share your thoughts HERE. Watch on YouTube Read the TRANSCRIPT of this podcast Get 14-day access to the Core Leader Library Highlights 2:30 Introduction to Travis Hunt 5:00 The church in Brisbane, Australia and some of the struggles they see 7:20 Serving...2024-01-1051 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastPart 1: Leading Saints in 2024Let's look back at 2023, look forward to 2024, and answer some commonly-asked questions about Leading Saints and its future. This is Part 1 of a two-part podcast. Listen to Part 2 here. Links The Leading Saints Community Subscribe to the Leading Saints Newsletter About Leading Saints 5 Reasons Negative Church Culture Exists Unashamed Unafraid podcast episode with Kurt Francom The Cultural Hall Podcast This Week in Mormons Podcast The Art of Manliness Podcast Faith Matters Podcast Wild at Heart: Discovering the Secret to a Man’s Soul by John Eldredge Warrior Heart Boot Camps There is already a discussion started about this podcast. Share yo...2024-01-0218 minRaging RomanticsRaging Romantics#80 Jennifer Lyn Armentrout X Raging Romantics!**Apologies for the audio - we went back to our Zoom roots and it did us dirty**Thank you to Jennifer Armentrout for sitting down and talking shop with us! Buckle up for a LONG discussion on things like fan merch, Etsy, book banning, burn out, inspiration, publishing contracts, television deals, and MORE!Make sure to check out all of Jennifer's books! The ones we mention are:Blood and Ash (series)Flesh and Fire (series)Storm and fury/Harbinger (series)Find Jennifer on Instagram...2023-12-221h 25Leading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastThe Power of Learner Councils | A How I Lead Interview with Russell RigbyRussell Rigby was born and raised in Vancouver, Washington, served in the Mexico City South mission, and helped open the Cuernavaca Mission. He attended Western Washington University where he majored in Accounting and met his wife. He later received a master's in Taxation from the University of Washington and currently works as a tax manager for Paccar. Russell has two sons, ages twelve and ten, and has served in Primary, the Young Men program, a Spanish branch presidency, and as a financial clerk. He is now serving for the first time as a Sunday School president. Links There is already...2023-12-1539 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastLeadership Begins With Stories | An Interview with Kyle TurnerKyle Turner is a pharmacist and clinical faculty member at the University of Utah where he researches and teaches courses in leadership. He spends much of his time as a consultant and trainer in leadership development for Intend Health Strategies, a non-profit dedicated to enhancing leadership team dynamics in health care settings. Kyle is currently serving as a counselor in a bishopric and has served previously as a stake Sunday School president, branch presidency counselor, in a ward Young Men presidency and Sunday School presidency, and as ward clerk. He and his wife Katelyn have three children. Links Teaching Through...2023-12-101h 00Leading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHow I Lead in New Zealand | An Interview with Wilson WuWilson Wu was born and raised in New Zealand, a convert to the Church, and served in the China Hong Kong mission. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce in International Business and works as a claims manager for a public health insurance company, Accident Compensation Corporation. Wilson currently serves in his bishopric and has previously served as a Young Men counselor, branch clerk, counselor in an elders quorum presidency, ward executive secretary, elders quorum president, stake executive secretary, and assistant stake clerk. He and his wife have one daughter. Links There is already a discussion started about this podcast. Share...2023-11-2943 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHow I Lead as Stake Relief Society President in Switzerland | An Interview with Christiane LauenerChristiane Lauener was born and raised in Switzerland to a Canadian mother and a Swiss father—both the only converts in their families. She has served as a ward Relief Society president, in Primary and Young Women presidencies, Sunday School, public relations, and probably every other calling a woman can have. She is currently serving as the stake Relief Society president for the second time. Christiane served in the Canada Winnipeg mission and later earned a bachelors degree in English Literature. She is married and the mother of four grown sons, including one with severe disabilities, and works as an as...2023-11-0942 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastLeading for 87 Years and Beyond | An Interview with George WootanGeorge Wootan is a retired physician living in Port Richey, Florida. He is 87 years old, the parent of 11 children, and very active in his ward. George and his wife recently served a mission in the Tampa, Florida mission office, and are currently serving as ward missionaries. Links There is already a discussion started about this podcast. Share your thoughts HERE. Listen on YouTube Read the TRANSCRIPT of this podcast Get 14-day access to the Core Leader Library Highlights 2:00 Introduction. Kurt is speaking at the Zions camp retreat with a live audience and introduces guest speaker, George. 5:20 George talks about how...2023-10-2148 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastLeading‏‏‎ Others to Come as They Are | A How I Lead Interview with Georgia TraversGeorgia Travers joined the Church in 2014 and has served in ward Young Women, Primary, and Relief Society presidencies, as Primary Activity Day leader, and currently as ward Relief Society president. She holds a BSc in Physics from the University of Bristol and a PGCE and MSc in Learning and Teaching from the University of Oxford. Georgia is currently raising three small children (including twins) and working part time as a secondary school Physics teacher—teaching ages 11-18—and as a national examiner for Physics GCSE qualifications. Links This Week in Mormons There is already a discussion started about this podcast. Shar...2023-10-1943 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastMaking the Bishop’s Office the Ward Council Office | An Interview with Stephen JonesStephen Jones hails from Tallahassee, Florida, and served his mission in the Brazil Porto Alegre North Mission. He is a bishop in Springville, Utah, and has previously served in various leadership callings, including ward choir director, elders quorum president, in a Young Men presidency, first and second bishopric councilor, ward mission leader, and executive secretary. Stephen holds a bachelor's degree in Physiology with an emphasis in Social Physiology and a master's degree in Public Administration, both from Brigham Young University. He's best known as an American actor, comedian, host, and educator. Stephen's entertainment journey began as a university mascot and...2023-10-1556 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastFollowing the Spirit in Leadership | A How I Lead Interview with Nate KimblerNate Kimbler is currently serving as the stake president for the Ridgecrest, California stake. He has served as a bishop, bishopric counselor, high councilor, and other callings such as scoutmaster, assistant scoutmaster, elders quorum counselor, ward missionary, and Gospel Doctrine teacher. He served as a full-time missionary in the Peru Lima Central Mission and a short time in the Sacramento California Mission while waiting for a visa. Nate graduated from Brigham Young University with a BS in Physics and is married to Rachel Handly Kimbler. They have five children. He is an avid runner and has run 13 marathons to date...2023-09-2052 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastWhat Every Leader Needs to Know About Faith Crisis | An Interview with Scott BraithwaiteThis is a rebroadcast. The episode originally ran in October 2018. Scott Braithwaite has a PhD in Clinical Psychology and specializes in marriage counseling. He is a professor of Psychology at Brigham Young University, has a busy private practice, and also enjoys working with the BYU men's basketball team. Scott is a popular presenter at BYU Education Week, where he has taught about supporting loved ones through a faith crisis. He previously served as bishop of his ward and is currently serving on his stake high council. Highlights 10:10 The difference between sadness and depression 13:40 Leaders should ask for recommendations for good...2023-08-301h 07The Full of Beans PodcastThe Full of Beans PodcastWard Rounds on an Inpatient Unit from a Researcher, Patient and Clinician PerspectiveIn this week's podcast, Han is joined by Vanessa Yim, David Vilijoen and Lyn Roberts. Vanessa is a Clinical Psychologist who ran a project as part of their clinical psychology doctorate to improve a patient's experience of clinical team meetings in an adult inpatient setting. David is a consultant clinical psychologist within Oxford NHS foundation trust, where the study was conducted, and Lyn is a former patient from the ward who participated in the study.In this weeks episode, we discuss:The purpose of the study evaluating the ward rounds/clinical team meetings (CTMs) in...2023-07-241h 12Leading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHow I Lead with Compassion | An Interview with Kevin AsherKevin Asher is the bishop of a young single adult ward in Far West, Missouri, and has previously served in an elders quorum presidency, Young Men presidency, as a ward mission leader, and as a counselor in a YSA bishopric. He holds a degree in Psychology from Menlo College, studied to be a Catholic priest in the Capuchin Franciscan Order, and has has traveled to numerous countries exploring culinary traditions and cultures. He and his wife own a business—The Asher Family Table—cultivating connection through food and experiences. Kevin won the Silos Baking Competition Holiday Cookie Episode in 2022. Highlights 02:40 Intr...2023-07-1943 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastElevating the Primary & Bishopric Relationship | A How I Lead Interview with Jill JohnsonJill Johnson was born and raised in Cache Valley, Utah. She graduated with a dual major in Elementary Education and Special Education from Utah State University and taught both high school resource classes and fourth grade before beginning a career as full-time mom. She is a self-taught graphic designer and designs for several companies including Snapfish and Swivelhead. Jill served in the Venezuela Valencia Mission and has had a variety of ward and stake callings, including Gospel Doctrine teacher, ward Relief Society president, ward Young Women president, stake Young Women president, and stake Primary secretary. Her favorite calling of all...2023-07-1248 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHow I Lead as Bishop with JustServe | An Interview with Daniel BrownDaniel Brown currently serves as bishop of the Searcy Ward in Searcy, Arkansas. He has previously served as a counselor in the bishopric, elders quorum president, Young Men president, and a counselor in the stake Young Men presidency, among other callings. He served in the Nevada, Las Vegas mission and has been married to Lacey Brown for 20 years. They are the parents of five children. Highlights 03:00 Introduction to Daniel Brown and leveraging the Justserve app 05:00 Daniel shares the background of his area in Arkansas. 07:50 The story of Daniel getting called as bishop and his awesome beard 09:40 What he focused on...2023-07-0633 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastInviting the Youth Into the Battle | A How I Lead Interview with Brooke Petersen and Thomas SitterudBrooke Petersen lives in Cleveland, Utah, a rural town south of Price. Her husband, Hans, commutes to West Valley City, Utah, where he practices pediatric dentistry. Brooke and Hans have five children, and Brooke enjoys working in the yard. She currently serves in the Church as the stake Young Women president of the Huntington Utah Stake. Thomas Sitterud also lives in Cleveland with his wife and three children. He served a mission to Vladivostok, Russia, and then studied Russian at Brigham Young University. He graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Law School and specializes in estate planning. Thomas currently serves as...2023-06-2144 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastFrom Leading as a Youth to Leading as a YSA | A How I Lead Interview with Meagan PattersonMeagan Patterson is studying fashion design at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandise in Los Angeles. She is currently serving in her ward Young Women presidency in California. She has previously served as a ward Relief Society president and stake Relief Society president as a young single adult in Utah. She also served in the Zambia Lusaka mission. Highlights 2:40 Meagan’s background 4:30 Meagan shares her experience going from being in a Young Single Adult ward in Utah and moving as a mid-single adult to a geographical ward in California. 6:00 Previous leadership experience and mission in Zambia Lusaka 9:30 Story behind ge...2023-06-1432 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastPart 1: When Being Released HurtsKurt Francom is the founder and executive director of Leading Saints, manages the day-to-day efforts of Leading Saints, and is the host of the podcast. Kurt graduated from the University of Utah in 2008 with a degree in Business Marketing. He ran a web development company for five years before focusing on Leading Saints full time. Kurt currently lives in Stansbury Park, Utah with his lovely wife Alanna. They are blessed to have three children. Kurt has served as a full-time missionary (California Sacramento), as a bishop, first counselor in a stake presidency, and elders quorum president. This is Part 1 of...2023-06-1028 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastExtending the Ward Council | A How I Lead Interview with Ben ThatcherBen Thatcher is a life-long church member, having grown up in small wards and branches across Texas. He served in the France Paris mission and has degrees in Mass Communication (University of Utah) and Public Administration (University of North Texas). Ben has worked in local government in several cities across Texas and currently is the city manager of Boerne (pronounced Burn-nee), Texas, northwest of San Antonio. He currently serves as bishop of his ward and has also served as an executive secretary, ward clerk, Sunday School president, bishopric counselor, and high councilor. When he is not at city hall or...2023-06-0759 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints Podcast“He Will Magnify Your Efforts” | An Interview with Bonnie OscarsonBonnie Oscarson was born in Salt Lake City, Utah but her family moved and lived in several different states as she was growing up. She attended Brigham Young University and majored in commercial art. Bonnie met her husband, Paul Oscarson, when her family lived in St. Louis, Missouri. They are the parents of seven children and have 29 fascinating grandchildren. Paul and Bonnie served as mission president and companion in the Sweden Gothenburg Mission as a young couple and then returned to Sweden in 2009 to serve as president and matron of the Stockholm Sweden Temple. She finally finished her bachelor’s de...2023-06-031h 01Leading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastOffering Your Authentic Self to Those You Lead | A How I Lead Interview with Tommy WilsonTommy Wilson was born and raised in Georgia. He now lives in Crestview, Florida, and serves as first counselor in the stake presidency. He has also served in the stake Young Men organization and as a bishop. Highlights 02:40 Introduction to Tommy Wilson. He shares about getting called to the stake presidency. 09:00 Tommy describes his area and the demographic of his stake 11:15 Advice to a new bishop 14:15 The personal weaknesses that come to the surface as a bishop. Things Tommy regrets. 21:15 Being vulnerable as a bishop and encouraging others to do the same 25:20 Tommy shares about losing his baby boy. The...2023-05-2452 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHelping Stakes & Wards Work Together to Create Awesome Church Activities | A How I Lead Interview with Jenna RhoadsJenna Rhoads currently serves as stake activities director, ward nursery leader, and temple ordinance worker. She has loved planning ways to gather the saints, create a fun relaxed environment, and provide a great place for missionary opportunities. Jenna's previous church callings have mostly been with the young women and the youth. She loves Girls’ Camp and has only missed about four years since she was 12 years old. She has also been a Gospel Doctrine teacher, which prepared her to teach four years of Seminary. Jenna and her husband, Daryl Rhoads, have been married for 30 years and raised their family of fo...2023-05-1751 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastOffering Love & Acceptance to All | A How I Lead Interview with Dave OlsenDave Olsen is a husband, father, business owner, and mountain biker. He grew up in Cardston, Alberta, Canada, and married his high school sweetheart, Jacki, soon after his mission to Melbourne, Australia. He graduated from Brigham Young University with a masters in Information Systems, and from University of Virginia with a masters in Accounting. Dave has spent 18 years mostly in youth-focused callings including Young Men president twice, bishopric counselor twice, and recently released as bishop of his ward in South Jordan, Utah. He was thrown into the leadership deep end late in 2017 when he began leadership training through the coaching...2023-05-1044 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastPart 1: How to Hug a Transgender Latter-day Saint | An Interview with Katherine HerrmannKatherine Herrmann lists all things Apple, new wave/alternative music, and fantasy/science fiction among her fandoms. She works as a principal software engineer/architect for a video streaming company, and recently published TransLucent: How I put off my natural man and found a spiritual woman. At church, she has served as secretary for deacons, teachers, and priests quorums, as a Sunday School and elders quorum teacher, elders quorum secretary, ward executive secretary, newsletter editor, and assistant ward clerk—historian. She has also hugged a lot of people at general conference, and bore her testimony in over 40 wards in three ye...2023-05-0630 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastBeing a Forerunner as a Leader | A How I Lead Interview with Laauli FaamausiliLaauli Faamausili serves as bishop in his ward in southeastern Washington state, and has previously served as a Sunday School and Primary teacher. He has a bachelor's degree from Eastern Washington University and works in agriculture. He is a big fan of how Leading Saints has helped him in family, church, employment, and civic service. Highlights 03:10 Introduction to Laauli and his background 05:30 Demographics of the ward Laauli leads 07:15 Getting called as bishop and starting out 10:00 Things he has learned in the last five years of being bishop 12:30 Principle one - Jesus is love 16:10 Balancing administration and ministering 18:45 Principle two...2023-04-1240 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHow I Lead as YSA Elders Quorum President | An Interview with Eli NelsonEli Nelson is originally from Seattle, Washington and is studying business at Brigham Young University. He has served as a counselor in an elders quorum presidency, ward temple and family history leader, and as a full time missionary in the Trinidad, Port of Spain Mission. He currently serves as elders quorum president in his young single adult ward in Provo, Utah, and is the soon-to-be husband to Claire Darby. Highlights 02:20 Eli’s background and mission experience 06:10 Getting called as elders quorum president in a YSA BYU ward 10:10 Principle one: Loving the handbook 12:15 Principle two: Finding the balance between magnifying your ca...2023-03-2244 minFellowship of the Research PodcastFellowship of the Research PodcastS1E0 - Meghan Ward & Sasha Newar (Meet the Hosts)Let's go on an adventure! Meghan and Sasha are two graduate students at Trent University embarking on a journey to interview fellow grads across programs at Trent. It takes more than one person to finish a thesis - it takes supervisors, committee members, friends, and support - so let's celebrate the fellowship it takes to finish one of the most significant accomplishments in our lives! In this mini-episode, our hosts wanted to introduce themselves before devoting the rest of the season to some other exceptional students! ### Follow us on Instagram: @fotrpodcast ...2023-02-1008 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHow I Lead as Stake President in Ukraine | An Interview with Pavel MykhailovskiiPavel Mykhailovskii was born and raised in Ukraine, and served a mission in Dnipro, Ukraine. He was called as the second counselor in the mission presidency in Dnipro only eight months after serving his mission. He has also served as branch president and is currently serving as stake president. Highlights 02:35 Introduction to Pavel and his background 04:00 The current state of Ukraine due to the war. Pavel lives in one of the biggest cities in eastern Ukraine where, for the most part, life is normal. 07:30 Pavel is a 29-year-old stake president. He shares his background in the Church. 15:15 What Pavel learned...2023-01-181h 06Leading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHow I Lead Primary in Honduras | An Interview with Karla FonsecaKarla Fonseca was born and raised in San Pedro Sula, the industrial capital of Honduras, in Central America. She graduated as an environmental engineer before serving in the Guatemala City Central Mission. She later earned a master's degree in Environmental Science at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), and is now a senior in Marriage and Family Studies in BYU-Idaho's online program. Karla has worked as an environmental coordinator and manager and is currently the project manager at her family's insurance business. Karla has served in Young Womens as a president, counselor, secretary, and stake Personal Progress specialist; as...2023-01-1137 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHelping Youth Feel Confident to Lead | An Interview with Kolette HallKolette Hall is a Success and Self-Management Coach for Leaders. She teaches high-achieving leaders how to manage their thoughts and behavior so they can make aligned decisions in every area of their life—without having to micromanage their time. She is an educator, author, entrepreneur, mother, and widow. Her husband was a quadriplegic in a wheelchair and they were married for 27 years before he passed away suddenly. Kolette has served in a stake Primary presidency and ward Young Women program. She currently serves in her Syracuse, Utah, stake Young Women presidency, where she uses her superpower of offering realistic, simple, an...2022-12-0851 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastTaking the Guilt Out of Family History Work | A How I Lead Interview with Rick BennettRick Bennett currently serves as family history leader in his ward and as a temple worker at the Mount Timpanogos Utah Temple for the past ten years. He has served previously as ward mission leader, elders quorum counselor, membership clerk, Gospel Doctrine teacher, Primary teacher, and missionary in South Carolina/Georgia. He has a masters degree in biostatistics from the University of Utah and teaches at Utah Valley University and Western Governors University. For the past seven years, Rick has hosted Gospel Tangents, a podcast and YouTube channel focusing on Mormon history, science, and theology, where he interviews not only...2022-11-231h 08Leading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastThis Isn’t My Father’s Church from the 70’s | A How I Lead Interview with Theron AndersenTheron Andersen served in the Hong Kong mission and while he was out his family moved to Dixon, California and he came home to a new ward where he immediately began serving in the Young Men Presidency. He has served as Young Men secretary, assistant adviser, deacons quorum advisor, and president. He has also served as a Seminary teacher, scoutmaster, elders quorum counselor, and for the past five years as elders quorum president. He has worked for 25 years as a general building contractor, building high-end custom homes, and recently bought the company. Theron and his wife, Allison, have three daughters...2022-11-0936 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHow I Lead as Elders Quorum President | An Interview with Ben SabourinBen Sabourin has over 25 years of experience managing people in various industries in the for-profit and nonprofit business worlds and was most recently employed by the second-largest health information management company in the U.S. as Director of Accounts Receivable. Currently, he is a Certified Life Coach, a Real Colors Certified Facilitator, and is back earning his bachelor's degree in Business Administration from BYU-Idaho through the Pathways Program. Ben has served as an assistant ward clerk, elders quorum president and counselor, and a ward mission leader. Ben served in the Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo East Mission, where his love for...2022-11-0254 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastLeading ‎by the SPIRIT of the Law or the LETTER of the Law | An Interview with Jason HuntThis is a rebroadcast. The episode originally published in December 2019. Jason Hunt has a PhD in endocrine physiology and teaches pre-med classes at Brigham Young University-Idaho. He has served as a family ward bishop, a Young Single Adult ward bishop, and as counselor in a Stake Presidency, but his most difficult calling was as the primary pianist. Highlights 07:15 Culture and rules are not doctrinal 09:20 Keyholder applications are different from personal applications 11:00 Elder Bednar’s concept of applications: Doctrines are statements. Principles are embedded in the doctrines and tell us what we should do. They never change. Applications change. 14:50 Keyholder applications ho...2022-10-261h 07Leading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHow I Lead in a Native American Ward | An Interview with Ian NishimotoIan Nishimoto’s mother and father were born and raised in Hawaii. His father served in the US Army for 30 years, giving Ian the opportunity to live in many areas and hence his place of birth is Staten Island, New York. Ian completed his master’s degree at the University of Wisconsin–Stout in Training and Development. He began his law enforcement career at the Outagamie County Sheriff’s Department as a deputy sheriff, then worked part-time for the U.S. Marshal Service and other municipalities as a patrol officer. He recently retired from 24 years of teaching at Northeast Wisconsin Technica...2022-10-1256 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastWhat the Scriptures Say About Leadership | An Interview with Shawn MoonFor over thirty years, Shawn Moon has worked with clients across the globe, from Fortune 500 to governmental organizations. His deep knowledge and robust experience inspire others to improve their own leadership capabilities and to achieve remarkable results. Shawn is a Wall Street Journal best-selling author and a highly sought-after speaker. He has served in several leadership capacities in the Church, including as a bishop and member of a stake presidency. Highlights 01:45 Introduction 02:50 Shawn talks about why he wrote his book, Learning Leadership from the Scriptures 06:00 Shawn gives tips on studying the scriptures. He has found that studying by topic allows...2022-09-2456 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHow I Lead as Mission Leader | An Interview with Kathryn MarlerKathy Marler and her husband Kurt live in Escondido, California. Their family consists of their five children, their spouses, and their 20 grandchildren. Kathy has served as regional director of public affairs for San Diego County, California, as a mission leader with her husband in Trujillo Peru, and as a Relief Society and a Young Women president. Kathy and Kurt currently serve as young service mission leaders in the Newport Beach Service Mission. Highlights 02:15 Introduction and background to Kathy Marler 04:20 How has leadership been a blessing and a sacrifice for your family? 08:40 Kathy describes family and ward dynamics from when her...2022-09-2140 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastThe Leader’s Role in a Ward Member’s Divorce | An Interview with Noelle McBrideNoelle McBride is a professional motivational speaker and teacher with over 20 years of experience counseling and teaching women in groups and individually. She currently leads women in gospel-based workshops that are focused on overcoming the trials and hardships of divorce. She also serves as an ordinance worker in the Seattle Temple and in her stake Relief Society presidency. After having been blessed with three children during a 17-year marriage, Noelle went through a difficult and heartbreaking divorce. Notwithstanding this hardship, she experienced much healing and hope in her personal life, through the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Desiring to help other w...2022-09-171h 11Leading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastCreating Friendship & Belonging in Relief Society | A How I Lead Interview with Emma LarsenEmma Larsen is a Senior at Brigham Young University studying Theatre Education, works at the BYU Center for Teaching and Learning, and tutors English to Taiwanese students. She is also the author of the book, The New Kid: Finding Friendship and Belonging in the Face of Life Changes. Emma served in the Taiwan Taipei mission and has served as a Relief Society teacher, ward music chair, and sacrament meeting pianist. She is currently the Relief Society president in a young single adult ward in Provo, Utah. Highlights 03:15 Introduction to Emma Larsen 06:15 Emma talks about focusing on individuals and how she...2022-09-0735 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHow I Lead with Ward Committees | An Interview with Corry PerkinsCorry Perkins was born and raised in Boise, Idaho, graduating from Boise State University with a BA in Communications. He served a Spanish-speaking mission in the Canada Toronto Mission and has served as bishop over a traditional geographic area ward and as a temple ordinance worker, and is currently bishop in a married student ward. Corry owns an insurance and financial services agency. He and his wife have been married 42 years and have 2 daughters and 4 grandchildren. Highlights 02:30 Background of Corry Perkins. He explains the dynamics of his ward. 09:45 Corry isn’t in a traditional ward. His responsibilities are a little di...2022-08-2441 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastHow I Lead as Youth Executive Secretary | An Interview with Michael AlbrightMichael Albright grew up in Colorado and received his undergraduate degree from the University of Wyoming. In 2000, at the age of 23, Michael was baptized a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and shortly afterward joined the U.S. Navy, earning his Commission as a Supply Corps Officer after completing Officer Candidate School in Florida. He attended several Training Commands before serving tours in California and Hawaii, leaving active duty military service in 2006 to attend graduate school at Brigham Young University. Michael has served in several elders quorum presidencies, as a Primary, youth, and Sunday School teacher...2022-08-1038 minLeading Saints PodcastLeading Saints PodcastWhy God Calls Some as Relief Society Presidents and Others as Cancer Survivors | An Interview with Ganel-Lyn CondieGanel-Lyn Condie is a popular speaker, host, and author. She is a mental health advocate, social commentator, and faith warrior. Her latest book is The Stewardship Principle. Highlights 01:50 Introduction to Ganel-Lyn 05:15 Ganel-Lyn talks about her new book, The Stewardship Principle 13:30 What is stewardship? It is everything. Stewardships are not always fun or something that we want. 15:00 Leadership stewardships. Some leadership stewardships are more celebrated than others. 17:00 Some stewardships are hard and painful. Some are invisible and nobody cares. Others are visual, obvious, and that people sustain. 17:30 Ganel-Lyn shares her own stewardships and personal losses 18:50 Different stewardships are more intense but...2022-07-161h 17Gentlemen Don\'t Get CaughtGentlemen Don't Get CaughtNew Adventures in Hi-FiThanks for listening, as we sum up our thoughts on R.E.M.'s tenth(!) studio album, New Adventures in Hi-Fi.Onward and Up-ward*.More of Ally can by found over at https://russophilesunite.podbean.com/*I really should've saved this for the next episode...PS: This is the last episode for a little while, as we've been bad at recording recently. Life.2022-03-2819 minAlways AuthorsAlways Authors”I’m Writing A Book, I Swear!” with Mia P. Manansala and Lyn Liao ButlerMia P. Manansala is a 2021 debut author of the acclaimed Tita Rosie’s Kitchen Mystery series, Arsenic and Adobo and most recently, Homicide and Halo-Halo.  She is the winner of the 2018 Hugh Holton Award, the 2018 Eleanor Taylor Bland Crime Fiction Writers of Color Award, and the 2016 Mystery Writers of America/Helen McCloy Scholarship.  Lyn Liao Butler has lived several lives as a concert pianist, ballerina and now, as a yoga instructor, mother, wife and acclaimed 2021 debut author of The Tiger Mom's Tale and most recently, Red Thread of Fate.   Mia and Lyn’s discussion offers a frank...2022-03-221h 10Love Your Story: Stories and discussions about personal growth, mindset and living with intentionLove Your Story: Stories and discussions about personal growth, mindset and living with intentionEpisode 214 - Walking on WaterEpisode 214 - Walking on Water Welcome to the Love Your Story podcast! Today is about taking a walk on the water.  In my living room I have one picture of Christ. It is a picture of his feet. A picture of him from the knees down, walking on the water. I chose this painting, because in my soul I sense the deep importance of this display to us. The deep importance for us of learning to walk with faith, of coming to understand what it is, why it’s important, and how to develop and use it in our...2022-03-0925 minCreate an ImpactCreate an ImpactGregg Ward Episode #129Founder, Center for Respectful Leadership | Award-Winning Best-Selling Author | Speaker | Exec. Coach | Master Facilitator & Culture Change Consultant. https://podcasts.heartatworkonline.org/gregg-ward/2021-08-1723 minUnfoundUnfoundAmanda Lyn Ward-Romine: It Happens QuickAmanda Lyn Ward-Romine was a 30 year old from Springfield, OH. She was married but had no children, and had been a dancer. On July 9, 2013, Amanda was at her sister’s where she was staying. Amanda left the house, got into the car of somebody picking her up, and left. She was never seen again.Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/amanda.romine.90Unfound Website Page:https://theunfoundpodcast.com/2021/07/29/amanda-lyn-ward-romine-it-happens-quick-ep-255/Charley Project:https://charleyproject.org/case/amanda-lyn-ward-romineArticle:https://www.wdtn.com/news/local-news/family-of-amanda-ward-romine-asks-for-publics-help/If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Amanda Ward-Romine, please contact the Springfield Police Department at...2021-07-301h 52Digital Impact RadioDigital Impact RadioS6 EP17 - Lyn Ward & Jason Lowe talk UN WCID HackathonLyn Ward and Jason Lowe talk about the United Nations World Creativity and Innovation Global Hackathon 16-19 April 2021 where Oracle is the Lead Technology Sponsor, working with Hackmakers. This episode covers the optimisation of sustainable practices for health, education, the economy, and the future of work.2021-04-1214 minDub Reggae InternationalDub Reggae InternationalROBERDUB RADIO _ REGGAE ENTERS HOME WARD BOUND INNA DA YARD by ROB le DUBDOWNLOAD mediafire.com/file/4he1ian2tj5...le+DUB.mp3/file 1 ROB & ANGz MIXDUB ROB le DUB 2 Panic in Babylon Lee "Scratch" Perry 3 Rise above the madness Med Dred & Madi Simmons 4 Keep Jah First (One Love Rhythm) Madi Simmons 5 Corona virus respect nobody Mr Hamarich 6 Ras & Trim Gaza lizard 7 Wrap Di Weed a Little Bigger Gaza lizard 8 Praying to the most high Dickie Bonnick 9 AM LIVING LAMBO KALAMBO 10 LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT MIX GRABBA 11 NeverGiveUp (promo) Gianna Gianna 12 NeverGiveUp Dub Dillah ft Gianna Gianna 13 Up [Tenement Yard 2019 Riddim} Gianna Gianna 14 PULL UP Gianna Gianna 15 Step Pon Dem Da Fuchaman 16 Ulterior...2021-01-062h 05The Illustration Department PodcastThe Illustration Department PodcastDavid WiesnerDavid Wiesner, illustrator, author, and 3-time Caldecott Medal-winner, talks to Giuseppe Castellano about the path that led him to wordless picture books; how Maurice Sendak, James Marshall, Trina Schart Hyman, and other legends helped David feel like he “belonged”; how an “unplanned moment” led to his Caldecott-winning, Tuesday; what it was like to get the “Caldecott Call”; why the pictures in picture books matter; and so much more.To learn more about David, visit davidwiesner.com.David and I talked about the great, Trina Schart Hyman. Here is David’s blog post about working with her when she w...2020-11-101h 05The Love of the GameThe Love of the GameWarren WardWarren Ward. "If you change the medium then you can change the way people think". He sustained a few injuries throughout his basketball career. After fully recovering his come backs were stronger than ever. Despite his injuries Warren was able to accomplish many things on the court that most players have not yet been able to to do. Especially following extensive injuries. Off the court he was determined to have an impact on society and he has been doing just that! After retiring from his professional career he naturally began to work at job in his field at which...2020-07-2252 min#kee2travel with Steve & Cynthia#kee2travel with Steve & Cynthia#kee2travel Episode 12 - Cruising....or "Time to get Ship-Faced!"Face it, we don't cruise.  Never have and many have tried to convince us.  In this episode we speak with our friend Lyn Ward - an avid cruise enthusiast who sells us on the idea of one day, taking a cruise.  Got a travel story to tell us....email me at steve@stevekee.com2020-06-1212 minShe\'s BasicallyShe's BasicallyNº 9 | Hey Boss Lady!It can be hard to imagine yourself as a full-fledged business woman when you haven't seen it with your own eyes. I'm talking to Kendra Quinn-Ward, owner of Z Luxury Brand, about how she came upon entrepreneurship and the impact is has had on me during my journey to become a boss. Kendra has products, services, employees and a strong desire to stay connected to the community. Listen in as she drops gems about both business and personal growth! Connect with Z Luxury online and on instagram! As always you can find me at shesbasically.com and on insta!2020-05-0855 minCreate an ImpactCreate an ImpactGregg Ward Episode #36Gregg Ward on Respectful Leadership as an Executive Coach, author/speaker/trainer with a mission to drive leadership on valuing and practicing respect.  CEO of the Gregg Ward Group and Founder/Exec. Dir. of the new Center for Respectful Leadership. I also serve as an Executive Coach with the Center for Creative Leadership. https://podcasts.heartatworkonline.org/gregg-ward-episode-36/2020-02-1126 minCitizen BitcoinCitizen BitcoinBitcoin 2019: An Audio Tour featuring Jack Mallers, Lyn Ulbricht, Bitcoin TINA and MoreThis episode compiles some audio I collected walking around the Bitcoin 2019 conference in San Francisco. So, go into this one imagining you’re at Bitcoin 2019 having conversations in various corners with some great bitcoiners. I talk to Jack Maulers, Bitcoin TINA, Lyn Ulbricht, Nick Ward from Layer One BTC, Robert Breedlove of Paralax Digital, Ti Kawamoto, Steve Jeffress, Terrance Yang, Gus GG from Artolin.org and Guy Swann and myself finish it up with a reasonably drunken conversation outside our AirBnB in SF on the final night of the conference after Peter McCormack’s odd yet super fun dueling pian...2019-07-201h 26Rainy Day DiariesRainy Day DiariesEps. 28 - Michelle Ward - Finding your DREAM career, bridge jobs, & why she hides a Crystal in her Bra !?!I met Michelle Ward (aka: The “When I Grow Up Coach”) almost 10 years ago via her newsletter. It caught my eye while I was stopped at a stop light one day. (bad jen!) After that email I became a fan, and when I moved to NYC (where Michelle lived) I got the chance to work with her in person, and even visit one of her ukulele shows! This lady is an encouraging bag of talents. She’s a business coach, an actress, she plays uke, she writes her own songs, and is the mother is the spunkiest little...2019-05-1300 minThrowing LightThrowing LightE034: An Interview with Author Jenipher Lyn!Merry everything and happy always! We made it. Through the joy and the stress and the family drama. And now we get to look forward to 2019. And there's something about it. It just feels like it's going to be a good year. And I'm stoked to end 2018 with this interview. Jenipher Lyn and I met online in a group Michelle Ward created years ago called the When I Grow Up Clubhouse. In 2013 (ish) I ran an online class for the Christian season of Lent called Be and asked Jen to teach a week of the...2018-12-2838 mini want what SHE hasi want what SHE has#38 Khadijah Ward (EVOLVE) / Joan Ffolliot (Ffolliot Design) "Deep Connection to the Earth, Art As Language"Hello listeners! How are you? Shana here... Theresa is calling in from the road, she's on her way to Joshua Tree in California for a (((gong)))) retreat!! Amazing right? When we were discussing what to talk about today on our show, I mentioned the NY Times podcast "The Daily", they ran an interview with high schoolers in NYC talking about their take on the Kavanaugh decision it's called , "Who Is Believed and Who is Blamed". . Ultimately we wanted to just give a shout out to women who maybe experiencing trauma and fear because of the senates confirmation of judge...2018-10-101h 59Ask The Beauty Advisor\'s PodcastAsk The Beauty Advisor's PodcastBest Kept Secrete For Cleaning The SkinModern life is just rife with irony. Today, we keep our breath fresh with strips that dissolve on the tongue, we deodorize several parts of our bodies and we ward off germs with antibacterial gels. Yet – and here’s the irony – most of us are walking through the world with dirty skin. Truly dirty.  Join newsletter here Membership site Here2017-03-2712 minAsk The Beauty Advisor\'s PodcastAsk The Beauty Advisor's PodcastBest Kept Secrete For Cleaning The SkinModern life is just rife with irony. Today, we keep our breath fresh with strips that dissolve on the tongue, we deodorize several parts of our bodies and we ward off germs with antibacterial gels. Yet – and here’s the irony – most of us are walking through the world with dirty skin. Truly dirty.  Join newsletter here Membership site Here2017-03-2712 minThe Sonic SocietyThe Sonic SocietyEpisode 299- New Frontiers of SoundJack Ward and David Ault usher in Season 8 of the Sonic Society with two original Electric Vicuna Production offerings from the Wavefront Anthology: A full length episode of "Borrowed Time" starring Joe Stofko, John Bell, Lyn Cullen, and Colleen MacIssac, written and directed by Jack J. Ward with post production by John Bell! And "Name Please" another audio short from Jack J. Ward.2012-09-0553 minMad Decent Worldwide RadioMad Decent Worldwide Radiomad decent worldwide radio #30 - Emynd ‘BOUNCE IT’Crossfaded Bacon and Mad Decent Records presentMad Decent Worldwide Radio #30: BOUNCE ITMixed by EmyndI started listening to Bounce music about two years ago and, over the past couple years, have acquired a pretty extensive collection of CDs, MP3s, and records of this really rich music.  For those unfamiliar with Bounce, it is a fairly unique strain of club-oriented hip-hop that originated in New Orleans sometime around 1991 with MC TT Tucker's "Where Dey At." Almost 20 years later, Bounce still dominates the urban club and block party scene in New Orleans with very little m...2008-07-1559 min