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The Elisabeth Elliot Foundation
The Elisabeth Elliot Podcast is an incredibly inspiring and uplifting podcast that offers valuable insights and wisdom from one of the most influential Christian speakers and writers of our time. Elizabeth Elliot's messages are sure to minister to anyone in need of encouragement, guidance, or spiritual nourishment.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the opportunity to hear directly from Elisabeth Elliot herself. Her words are filled with wisdom gained through a lifetime of following Christ and sharing in His sufferings. Whether you are a young woman seeking guidance, a mother trying to navigate the challenges of raising children, or someone struggling with faith during difficult times, Elisabeth's teachings offer timeless truths that are rare to come by in today's society. It is refreshing to listen to her precise, thoughtful, and careful words, as they provide validation for those seeking answers or peace.
One potential downside of this podcast is that it may not be appealing to everyone. While Elisabeth Elliot's teachings have a broad appeal among Christians, individuals who do not share similar beliefs or values may find it less relevant or relatable. Additionally, some listeners may prefer podcasts with more variety or diverse voices.
In conclusion, The Elisabeth Elliot Podcast is a treasure for those seeking biblical wisdom and guidance in their lives. With her powerful testimony and unwavering faith, Elisabeth Elliot has left an indelible mark on countless lives and continues to inspire listeners through this podcast. Whether you are familiar with her works or just discovering her teachings for the first time, this podcast offers a wealth of spiritual nourishment that can transform lives and deepen one's relationship with God.
This talk was originally presented at the PWC Conference in Willingen, Germany on November 16, 1997. This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. Each tape is decades old and the quality of the recordings varies quite a bit from tape to tape. As we preserve Elisabeth's legacy, we will share as much of her work as possible, even when technical issues affect the quality of the audio. Elisabeth often gave the same talk in different locations. You'll find several talks entitled "Forgiveness" on the Podcast and Elisabeth Elliot Foundation website. Each is unique, with its own stories and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement. -------- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we continue our series on A Renewed Mind (https://elisabethelliot.org/arm). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - A Renewed Mind-3_Being Transformed - A Renewed Mind-4_Controlling Your Weight We also hear from special guest: - Elisabeth Martin --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
We present the first talk in a series entitled For Such a Time as This and was originally presented in October 1994 at Highland Park Baptist Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee at the Joyful Woman National Jubilee. This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. Each tape is decades old and the quality of the recordings varies quite a bit from tape to tape. As we preserve Elisabeth's legacy, we will share as much of her work as possible, even when technical issues affect the quality of the audio. Each talk is unique in content and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement. -- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on A Renewed Mind We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - A Renewed Mind-1_Applying God's Word - A Renewed Mind-2_Moral Obligation We also hear from special guest: - Elisabeth Martin --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. In this case, we do not know exactly when or where this talk was given. We'll continue our research but want to share it with you even before we have all the information we hope to have. Elisabeth often gave the same talk in different locations. You'll find several talks entitled Prayer on the Elisabeth Elliot Foundation website. Each is unique, with its own stories and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement. ---- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we conclude our series on "A Grandmother's Influence" (https://elisabethelliot.org/agi). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - Ways to be a Lasting Example_A Grandmother's Influence-3 - Being Available_A Grandmother's Influence-4 We also hear from special guest: - Tom Howard --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. In this case, we do not know exactly when or where this talk was given. We'll continue our research but want to share it with you even before we have all the information we hope to have. Because this was recorded on a cassette tape, which has a limited amount of time on each side, in the middle of the talk the cassette was taken out of the machine, flipped over so the recording could continue on side 2. You'll hear that break during this talk. Sadly, those few moments are lost to us. Elisabeth often gave the same talk in different locations. You'll find several talks entitled Wonderful Counselor on the Elisabeth Elliot Foundation website. Each is unique, with its own stories and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement ---- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on A Grandmother's Influence (https://elisabethelliot.org/agi). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - A Praying Grandmother_A Grandmother's Influence-1 - Supporting Stay at Home Moms_A Grandmother's Influence-2 We also hear from special guest: - Arlita Winston ---------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. In this case, the recording ends abruptly, and we do not know exactly when or where this talk was given. We'll continue our research but want to share it with you even before we have all the information we hope to have. Elisabeth often gave the same talk in different locations. You'll find several talks entitled Forgiveness on the Elisabeth Elliot Foundation website. Each is unique, with its own stories and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement. ----- Music: John Hanson www.ElisabethElliot.org
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we conclude our series "When the Bitter Turns to Sweet" (https://elisabethelliot.org/osg). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - Thy Kingdom Come_When the Bitter Turns to Sweet-3 - Thy Will Be Done_When the Bitter Turns to Sweet-4 We also hear from special guests: - Margaret Ashmore - Juana Mikels --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. In this case, we do not know exactly when or where this talk was given. We'll continue our research but want to share it with you even before we have all the information we hope to have. Elisabeth often gave the same talk in different locations. You'll find several talks entitled Servanthood on the Elisabeth Elliot Foundation website. Each is unique, with its own stories and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement. ---- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on When the Bitter Turns to Sweet (https://elisabethelliot.org/osg). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - Don't Judge God by Your Feelings - When the Bitter Turns to Sweet We also hear from special guests: - Kathy Gilbert - Elisabeth reads from her book "The Liberty of Obedience," which is out of print, but available on Audible.com --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This talk was originally presented on November 1, 1997 in Edgewood, MD. This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. Each tape is decades old and the quality of the recordings varies quite a bit from tape to tape. As we preserve Elisabeth's legacy, we will share as much of her work as possible, even when technical issues affect the quality of the audio. Each talk is unique in content and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement. ---- Music: John Hanson www.ElisabethElliot.org
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we conclude our series "A Sovereign Lord" (https://elisabethelliot.org/osg). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - A Sovereign Lord & Human Powerlessness_A Sovereign Lord-3 - The Clouds You Dread_A Sovereign Lord-4 We also hear from: - Elisabeth reading from The Liberty of Obedience which is out of print but available on Audible - John Hanson --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This talk was originally presented on October 31, 1997 in Gaithersburg, MD. This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. Each tape is decades old and the quality of the recordings varies quite a bit from tape to tape. As we preserve Elisabeth's legacy, we will share as much of her work as possible, even when technical issues affect the quality of the audio. Each talk is unique in content and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement. ----- Music: John Hanson www.ElisabethElliot.org
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on A Sovereign Lord (https://elisabethelliot.org/osg). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - What God Wants to Do, He Can Do_A Sovereign Lord-1 - Not According to Expectation_A Sovereign Lord-2 We also hear from special guest: - Juana Mikels --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Special music- Amazing Grace: Sergey M. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This talk was originally given at the National Catholic Charismatic Renewal Conference in Notre Dame, IN on June 13, 1998. --- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we conclude our series "Strength out of Weakness" (https://elisabethelliot.org/osg). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - Trespassing in Sovereign Territory_Strength Out of Weakness-3 - Strength out of Weakness_Strength Out of Weakness-4 We also hear from special guest: - Juana Mikels --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This talk was part of the Christian Home conference on June 23, 1993 in Twin Peeks, CA. This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. Each tape is decades old and the quality of the recordings varies quite a bit from tape to tape. As we preserve Elisabeth's legacy, we will share as much of her work as possible, even when technical issues affect the quality of the audio. Each talk is unique in content and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement. ---- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on Strength Out of Weakness (https://elisabethelliot.org/osg). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - Why The Sovereignty Of God Makes A Difference In My Life_Strength Out of Weakness-1 - When Did God Start Loving Me_Strength Out of Weakness-2 We also hear from special guests: - Bob Lepine - Juana Mikels --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This talk was originally presented on June 27, 1998 at the Gothard Women's Conference. --- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we conclude our series on Transformation in Christ (https://elisabethelliot.org/TIC). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - Transformation In Christ series-4_Setting Your Mind on Things Above - Transformation In Christ series-5_Learning to Walk with Christ We also hear from special guest: - Pastor Barry Owens --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Special rendition of Amazing Grace by Sergey M. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This talk was originally presented on June 24, 1998 in St. Louis, MO. This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. Each tape is decades old and the quality of the recordings varies quite a bit from tape to tape. As we preserve Elisabeth's legacy, we will share as much of her work as possible, even when technical issues affect the quality of the audio. Each talk is unique in content and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement. -- Music: John Hanson www.ElisabethElliot.org
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we continue our series on "Transformation in Christ" (https://elisabethelliot.org/TIC). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - Transformation In Christ series-2_Transformation of Prisoners - Transformation In Christ series-3_Being Transformed We also hear from special guest: - Barbara Reaoch --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This talk was originally presented at the Memphis Union Mission on May 23, 1998. ---- Music: John Hanson visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more talks, Gateway to Joy Radio programs, and other resources.
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we conclude our series on Trusting God for Your Husband's Spirituality (https://elisabethelliot.org/tgwhs). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - Divorce Prevention_Trusting God for Your Husbands Spirituality-5 - A Change of Heart_Transformation In Christ-1_ --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This talk was originally presented at the Memphis Union Mission on May 23, 1998. This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. Each tape is decades old and the quality of the recordings varies quite a bit from tape to tape. As we preserve Elisabeth's legacy, we will share as much of her work as possible, even when technical issues affect the quality of the audio. Each talk is unique in content and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement. ---- Music: John Hanson visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more talks, Gateway to Joy Radio programs, and other resources.
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we continue our series on Trusting God for Your Husband's Spirituality (https://elisabethelliot.org/tgwhs). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - A Gentle & Quiet Spirit_Trusting God for Your Husband's Spirituality-3 - Loving Your Husband_Trusting God for Your Husband's Spirituality-4 We also hear from special guests: -Miriam Rockness -Juana Mikels --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This talk was originally presented in Bristol, TN on May 2, 1998. -- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on Trusting God for Your Husband's Spirituality (https://elisabethelliot.org/tgwhs). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - You Marry a Sinner_Trusting God for Your Husband's Spirituality-1 - Responsibility in Decision Making_Trusting God for Your Husband's Spirituality-2 We also hear from special guest: - Jean Hamilton --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Additional music: Sergei M. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
Elisabeth originally presented this talk at the Denver Radio Ralley on March 7, 1998. This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. Each tape is decades old and the quality of the recordings varies quite a bit from tape to tape. As we preserve Elisabeth's legacy, we will share as much of her work as possible, even when technical issues affect the quality of the audio. Each talk is unique in content and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement. -- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we conclude our series on Frances R. Havergal (https://elisabethelliot.org/fh). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - A Journey of Mercies_Frances R. Havergal-9 - The Final Destiny_Frances R. Havergal-10 We also hear from special guests: - Barbara Reaoch - Margaret Ashmore --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This, one of our earliest recorded talks of Elisabeth (number 6 in her ledger) was originally presented in North Carolina at an Intervarsity Christian Fellowship conference in 1975. At the time, she was known as Elisabeth Elliot Leitch. After introductory remarks, Elisabeth begins speaking at the 3:30 mark. ----- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we continue our series on Frances Ridley Havergal (https://elisabethelliot.org/fh). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - God Shall Supply Your Need_FRANCES R HAVERGAL-7 - Full Surrender to Christ_FRANCES R HAVERGAL-8 We also hear from special guests: - Bob Shuster, Archivist at Wheaton College - Davey Blackburn of Nothing is Wasted Ministries --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Special music from Sergey M. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This talk was originally presented on October 2, 1997 in San Juan Capistrano. This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. Each tape is decades old and the quality of the recordings varies quite a bit from tape to tape. As we preserve Elisabeth's legacy, we will share as much of her work as possible, even when technical issues affect the quality of the audio. Each talk is unique in content and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement. ---- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we continue our series on Frances Ridley Havergal (https://elisabethelliot.org/fh). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - Work Out Your Own Salvation_FRANCES R HAVERGAL-5 - Take My Life & Let It Be_FRANCES R HAVERGAL-6 We also hear from special guest: - Bob Shuster, Wheaton College Archives --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This talk was originally presented on November 1, 1997 in Edgewood, MD. --- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin continue our on Frances R. Havergal (https://elisabethelliot.org/fh). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - Lessons from the 1800's_FRANCES R HAVERGAL-3 - Pain in the Light of Calvary_FRANCES R HAVERGAL-4 We also hear from special guest: - Davey Blackburn of Nothing is Wasted Ministries --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This is the second talk in a series entitled For Such a Time as This and was originally presented in October 1994 at Highland Park Baptist Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. Each tape is decades old and the quality of the recordings varies quite a bit from tape to tape. As we preserve Elisabeth's legacy, we will share as much of her work as possible, even when technical issues affect the quality of the audio. Each talk is unique in content and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement. -- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on Frances Ridley Havergal (https://elisabethelliot.org/fh). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - A Relationship with God_FRANCES R HAVERGAL-1 - Removing Doubt_FRANCES R HAVERGAL-2 We also hear from special guest: - Kathy Reeg --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
"Are you aware that it is possible to choose your attitude?" ---- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we conclude our series on Journeys with God (https://elisabethelliot.org/jwg). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - Journeys With God-4_Taiwan - Journeys With God-5_The Lobster Boat We also hear from special guests: - Frank Kollinger - Miriam Rockness --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson with Amazing Grace from Sergey M. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
Once again, Elisabeth addresses a common theme in her life and ministry. This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. Each tape is decades old and the quality of the recordings varies quite a bit from tape to tape. As we preserve Elisabeth's legacy, we will share as much of her work as possible, even when technical issues affect the quality of the audio. Each talk is unique in content and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement. --- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we continue our series on Journeys with God (https://elisabethelliot.org/jwg). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - Journeys With God-2_A Hidden Country - Journeys With God-3_Mongolia We also hear from special guest: - Olga Cantrell, Russian book translator for Elisabeth --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This talk was originally presented in Reno, Nevada on October 12, 2001. ----- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we conclude our series "Bringing Up Baby" and begin "Journey's with God" (https://elisabethelliot.org/bub). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - Teaching Your Children Quietness_Bringing Up Baby with Arlita Winston-5 - Journeys With God-1_India We also hear from special guests: - Valerie Elliot Shepard - Kathy Reeg --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This talk was originally presented in Reno, Nevada on October 11, 2001. This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. Each tape is decades old and the quality of the recordings varies quite a bit from tape to tape. As we preserve Elisabeth's legacy, we will share as much of her work as possible, even when technical issues affect the quality of the audio. Each talk is unique in content and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement. ------ Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we continue our series on Bringing up Baby (https://elisabethelliot.org/bub). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - When Does Training Begin_Bringing Up Baby with Arlita Winston-3 - What About Discipline_Bringing Up Baby with Arlita Winston-4 We also hear from special guests: - Steve McCully, son of martyred missionary Ed McCully - Davey Blackburn, Nothing is Wasted Ministries --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
This talk was originally presented on December 7, 1997 in Gillette, NJ. ---- Music: John Hanson
In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on Bringing Up Baby with Arlita Winston (https://elisabethelliot.org/bub). We share Gateway to Joy radio programs: - When You're Expecting_Bringing Up Baby with Arlita Winston-1 - When a Second Child is Born_Bringing Up Baby with Arlita Winston-2 We also hear from special guests: - Valerie Elliot Shepard - Quinn Hood --------- Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network. Theme music: John Hanson. Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
Elisabeth originally presented this talk on December 6, 1997 in Gillette, NJ. This recording is a result of our work digitizing over 600 cassette tapes of Elisabeth's talks. Each tape is decades old and the quality of the recordings varies quite a bit from tape to tape. As we preserve Elisabeth's legacy, we will share as much of her work as possible, even when technical issues affect the quality of the audio. Each talk is unique in content and tone. All are a blessing and encouragement. --- Music: John Hanson