Shows
The Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 61: Is BORDOM causing the Great Resignation?We look at new factors causing people to toss their jobs AND a woman plays pickleball with NFL stars!
2022-06-2029 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 60: BAD DOG!We talk about a dog that might have set fire to his owner's house AND we go over why some people are more optimistic these days!
2022-06-1326 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 59: Garth Brooks Concert Review and the Top Christian Pickup Lines!Mark talks with Sharman Rutherford from All Things New Counseling Services (allthingsnewcounselingservices.com) about new things with them and how to know if you need to talk to someone. We also go over the top Christian pickup lines AND discuss an AI that is too smart for it's own good!
2022-06-0625 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 58: Student Debt and SoccerWe talk about student debt forgiveness and what it means for future generations. We also go over the top road trip destinations in the U.S.
2022-05-2333 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 57: The Celebrate the Family Expo, and Kanye get sued by a preacher! (featuring Debi DeBoer from First Priority)We recorded live at the Celebrate the Family Expo with our friends at Birmingham Christian Family Magazine! We also talk about Kanye getting sued again AND we spend time with Debi DeBoer from First Priority!
2022-05-0933 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 56: The Future Of Online Church (with Dave Adamson)Dave Adamson stops by to talk about his new book "MetaChurch" and to discuss how churches can reach people that are outside of their physical buildings. He also tells us how Mark Harvard Podcast listeners can get a FREE audiobook!
2022-04-1833 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 55: Laurie Stroud Franklin AND Stephanie Plumb are my friends in low places!We are joined by Laurie Stroud Franklin of Birmingham Christian Family Magazine to discuss the upcoming Celebrate the Family Expo! Then, Stephanie Plumb stops by to talk about Garth Brooks and penguin counting!
2022-04-1138 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 54: Kevin Derryberry and that Rock and Roll LifestyleKevin Derryberry stops in to talk about his story of salvation from the toxic backstage world of rock and roll dangers. Now he has given his life to God and works year round to help others!
2022-04-0440 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 53: Emus on the loose!This week we talk about how someone having it worse doesn't always mean your pain doesn't matter. We also talk about how some kids are learning that the world is bigger than them.
2022-03-2829 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 52: Mental Health and Social Media (featuring Counselor Sharmen Rutherford)We speak with Counselor Sharmen Rutherford about TikTok and Mental Health. We also take a look at a new program that help former gang members leave gang life behind!
2022-03-1428 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 51: AirBNB Saves the WorldThis week we learn about how people are using AirBNB to help those in the Ukraine. We also find out about a rock legend that hasn't been able to hear in 20 years AND Mark gives his review of The Batman!
2022-03-0731 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 50: Better Off Under Lockdown? (featuring Stephanie Plumb)Stephanie Plumb stops by to help us celebrate episode 50! We also talk about a new study that says some people may have been happier under lockdown.
2022-02-2843 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 49: Hargis Christian Camp and Robots in Action! (with Aaron Knight)Aaron Knight joins us from Hargis Christian Camp to talk about the journey they have undertaken to bring this place back from the brink. We also talk about whether robots are taking our jobs.
2022-02-2128 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 48: Mark Goes Viral (but in a good way)Mark talks about how he somehow went viral on TikTok AND we hear from Laurie Stroud Franklin how parents of graduating seniors can get some help with college costs.
2022-02-1428 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 47: Mark is afraid of solitudeTune in this week as we talk about how Mark can't be trusted alone. We also talk about WHY teachers are leaving the educational field AND we'll go over the story of an 8 year old that got his book to be a hit at his local library.
2022-02-0729 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 46: Addiction andPrayer Apps (with Erin Street)Erin Street stops by to have a talk about how addiction isn't always what we think it is going to look like. We also discuss the concept of being "sober-curious" and how she is changing her life to help others.
2022-01-3133 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 45 : Monkeys on the loose! (with Laurie Stroud Franklin)Monkeys are on the loose! Screaming for COVID! AND we talk to Laurie Stroud Franklin from Birmingham Christian Family Magazine!
2022-01-2434 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 44: Parenting Support and Injured Kids (with Stephanie Plumb)We talk about kids, injuries and how sometimes tantrums happen. Stephanie Plumb joins us for this week's fun!
2022-01-1741 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 43: We Don’t Need No EducationMark kicks off the new year with a discussion about the low turnout of teachers AND we talk about the financial burden of Legos.
2022-01-101h 03The Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 42: Does”X” Take Christ Out Of Christmas?We get ready for Christmas this week as we discuss the worst Christmas songs and we talk about a chicken strip shortage that is looming.
Here is the article we discuss about "Xmas": https://stevewestsmusings.blogspot.com/search?q=xmas
2021-12-1029 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 41: Seasonal Depression and How to Fight ItCounselor Sharmen Rutherford from All Things New Counseling Services joins us to talk about why people get so anxious and sad during the holidays. We also talk about how to beat this sadness. AND we find out where a lot of those packages you have been waiting for have ended up!
2021-11-2627 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 40: Mark and Stephanie‘s Thanksgiving SpectacularWe welcome our friend Stephanie Plumb in to talk about Thanksgiving, lunar eclipses, the role of politics in the church and more!
2021-11-1957 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 39: Bryan Dawson( from 1819 News) and BBQ schoolBryan Dawson from 1819 News (www.1819News.com) stops by to talk about honesty in journalism and how 1819 News is trying to bring it back! We also talk about a class at Texas A&M that has the campus smelling AMAZING!
2021-11-0533 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 38: When did ”American” become an insult?Mark talks about Superman's new catchphrase AND we go over how to be a better spouse!
2021-10-2231 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 37: Supply Chains and Bad Dates (with Stephanie Plumb)Stephanie Plumb stops by and talks about bad dates and the supply chain issues.
2021-10-1545 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 36: No Failing Kids and Mark is Under the InfluenceA school system stops allowing teachers to give kids an "F" and we see how long it takes for Mark's muscle relaxers to kick in! Join the fun!
2021-10-0929 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 35: Justin Dean and the Inside Story of Mars Hill ChurchFormer Mars Hill Church PR guy and current communications guru Justin Dean joins us to talk about his time as an employee of Mars Hill Church. We discuss what made Mars Hill grow as well as what it was like to be on the inside at the fall.
2021-09-2452 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 34: Orlando Review and Mississippi Driving LawsMark returns from Orlando with a cold and a theme park review. He also tells us about how MS has finally just given up on driving laws.
2021-09-1733 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 33: God‘s Forgiveness and a Human LadderMark talks about how strangers saved a little girl and how parents will do ANYTHING to save their kids.
2021-09-1026 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 32: Fake Vaccine Cards and The Rocketeer!Mark talks about how easy it is to fake a vaccine card, and celebrates the return of one of his favorite 90's movies!
2021-09-0330 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 31: Dave Grohl, Afghanistan, and Real EstateThis week we talk about Biden's handling of the Afghanistan situation. We also talk about the real estate market with Keller Williams Agent Joseph Daley (contact him at 205-465-7099 or wecare@dealwithdaley.com).
2021-08-2737 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 30: The Biden Woodfin Endorsement, Military Problems AND The Return of Stephanie Plumb!This week we welcome Stephanie Plumb back to the podcast! We also talk about Biden's handling of the situation in Afghanistan, Biden's endorsement in the Birmingham mayor's race and we ask "If you could watch a tv show 24/7, which one would you choose?
2021-08-2046 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 29: Dealing with Anxiety and Depression...also, the ice cream machine is broken.We talk about actual reasons why the McDonald's Ice Cream Machine is broken, plus we talk to Sharmen Rutherford, Founder & Licensed Professional Counselor at All Things New Counseling Services about how to handle anxiety and depression from COVID.
2021-08-1340 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 28: Fake Vaccination Cards and Hungry Black Bears! (Featuring the gang from Sozo Children!)We talk about how college kids are starting to get covid cards like they use to get fake IDs. We also chat with the gang at Sozo Children about the amazing work they are doing and how we can help! For more information, go find them at www.sozochildren.org!
2021-08-0627 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 27: Andrew McLain, College Football, and EngagementsPodcast host Andrew McLain stops by to talk about why he got kicked off Youtube. We also discuss Alabama's homecoming and a guy that proposes too much!
2021-07-3036 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 26.5: LIVE FROM MAIN STREET PIZZAMark gets fussy when he doesn't get out of the studio some, so this special episode comes from Main Street Pizza in Springville, AL!
2021-07-2853 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 26: THE REUNION!!!!!! (featuring Stephanie Plumb)Mark and Stephanie reunite for the first time since their show ended 4 years ago! They share updates on what has been going on AND discuss things like Bobby Bowden's health news and new words in the dictionary. It is going to make you say "Yeet!"
2021-07-2340 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 25: Friends with an Ex and the cost of beef (plus a HUGE announcement!)We talk about the rising cost of meats and how long it should last. We also ask "can you be friends with an ex?" Finally, we have a giant announcement about next week's show!
2021-07-1629 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 24: Featuring special guests Mickey Bell and Rebecca BeersMark talks to Comedian Mickey Bell about his latest projects. He also welcome Rebecca Beers from from the Young Supporters Board of the O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center to talk about the upcoming Fiesta Ball fundraiser. (To get your tickets, go to www.uab.edu/fiestaball)
2021-07-0934 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 23: College Athletes Getting Paid? And Is It Ok To Spank Our Kids?This week we talk about the recent NCAA ruling that college athletes can market their own image. We also go over a recent study that says spanking your kids can make behavior WORSE! What do you think?
2021-07-0230 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastBonus Episode! Live from Hammer and Stain!Today we check in with Robin from Hammer and Stain in Birmingham! For more information about them, check out www.hammerandstainbham.com! We also talk about the war I might have started over paper straws!
2021-06-2615 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 22: That's Not Tuna! That's A New Religion!Mark discusses what might be the new "Prosperity Gospel", what actual IS in Subway's tuna, and we share lessons that we can learn from our favorite tv shows.
2021-06-2537 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 21: Juneteenth and The MediaThis week we discuss the new federal holiday as well as how the media acts when one of their own is hurting. We also talk about how Mark did when his son was hurt the week of Father's Day!
2021-06-1829 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 20: Church of the Future and Hand-To-Hand CombatThis week we celebrate the 20th episode by discussing how churches will move forward with the changing times. We'll also talk about what animals you could beat in hand-to-hand combat AND we'll discuss the newly designed "Euthanasia Coaster".
2021-06-1131 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 19: Dark Kids Parties and a GREAT Recipe For Fudge!Today we talk about how criminals have their own social media network, a little girl outsmarted everyone at her birthday party AND a little old lady made sure people came to visit her grave.
2021-06-0424 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 18: Theft and Memorial DayMark goes into detail about why we celebrate Memorial Day incorrectly and we also learn about why things might be worse in Atlanta.
2021-05-2827 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 17: Best TV Marriages and Old School BribesThis week we discuss Charles Barkley giving back to schools, the 7 best TV marriages, The Pizza Hut Book It Program and a lot more!
2021-05-2126 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 16: Daylight Savings and a Bear WalkThis week we talk about how the state of Alabama is taking steps to get rid of time changes. We also talk about a TikTok star making news over her living situation and Mark tries to sell the audio files for the show as NFT's.
2021-05-0730 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 15: Online Dating and One Josh To Rule Them AllThis week we talk about a disturbing new online dating platform and how a lot of people were pressured to change their name after losing a war.
2021-04-3029 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 14: We're being played! (and also...enough with the gender reveals!)This week we talk about how there is ALWAYS somebody to make money off of unrest. We'll also go into details about how GA has a growing number of sea otters with COVID.
2021-04-2324 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 13: Inappropriate shorts length and Vaccine ShamingThis week we talk about vaccine shaming, mac and cheese scented things, and how much people are willing to pay you to move to West Virginia.
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2021-04-1631 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 12: Reading Final Jeopardy and First Lady FashionThis week we talk about Jill Biden's wardrobe and how addicted Mark is to his phone. Also, we might have a new Jeopardy host! Be sure to leave a review and a rating (a GOOD one!)
2021-04-0929 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 11: Fly Fishing for the Soul (with special guest Wendy Garner)Mark talks about his recent camping trip and COVID diagnosis, Viking funerals, AND we spend some time with Wendy Garner, the Executive Director of On River Time (www.onrivertime.org)
2021-03-2628 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 10: Is Rock Music Dead? And Why Does My Arm Hurt?This week we ask the question "Are rock bands really on their way out?" We also talk about vaccines and a new move from Netflix might actually stop you from sharing your ex's account!
2021-03-1929 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 9 -Egg Hunts and Cat LitterThis week, Mark talks about college sports being sponsored and how the media is slanted on both sides. Also, we go over how Mark's cat sent his whole family on an egg hunt.
2021-03-1232 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 8 - Potatoes, Veggies, and Trust (with special guest Laurie Stroud)This week on the podcast we talk about plastic toys, whether mac and cheese is a veggie and we talk with Laurie Stroud about how God shaped her life and used her to spread good news in her community through Christian Family Publications!
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2021-03-0530 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 7: Scrubs and Haircut (special guest - Wendy Madden)This week we talk about a principal that goes the extra mile, we go over reasons to ALWAYS use fixed pricing on utilities AND we talk to nurse Wendy Madden about what a global pandemic does to your faith!
2021-02-2632 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 6 - Why Would you Post That?! (featuring ESPN's Lauren Sisler)This week we talk about the difference in the questions of "CAN I post that?" and "SHOULD I post that?" We also discuss Good things coming from the Texas energy crisis AND we talk with ESPN's Lauren Sisler about her powerful story of overcoming hardship.
2021-02-1935 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 5: Don't put glue there! (Special guest: Paul Asay)We discuss the woman that got glue in her hair and the reaction from the public. We also talk with author Paul Asay about his new book that looks at depression from a Christian point of view.
2021-02-1229 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 4: Robots don't get minimum wage!Mark discusses the effects of covid on faith, Wal-mart going totally self-check out, Australia trying to kills us and MORE!
2021-02-0529 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 3 - I would have made BILLIONS if not for you meddling kids!This week we recap how Bernie Sanders actually made the world a better place. We also share Challenger memories and we explain how a bunch of Reddit users got together to teach a lesson! All that and more in this week's Mark Harvard Podcast!
2021-01-2931 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 2 - New President, Who Dis? (Also, SANDERS IS EVERYWHERE!)In this episode we talk about the new President getting overshadowed by a meme. We also go into details about how to pray for a leader you didn't vote for AND we get details about a mom-shaming car thief. All that and more on this week's Mark Harvard Podcast!
2021-01-2225 minThe Mark Harvard PodcastEpisode 1 - Biden, Blue Paws, and lots of other things that start with BWe launch this thing with a discussion about this week's inauguration. We also share a reason NOT to leave Twitter AND we'll go over some things that everyone should do before they turn 30.
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