Podcasts about Mississippi College

Mississippi College track superstar, Grayson Foster was in a terrible motorcycle accident a couple of day ago and had to have one of his legs amputated, he lost 6 units of blood and is in dire need of donations. Please go by Mississippi blood services and donate using BLOOD SERVICE COD "EQ32" and donate to him, blood type does not matter!!

Description of "The Clay Edwards Show: Best of June 6, 2025" In this engaging episode of The Clay Edwards Show, host Clay Edwards delivers a compelling mix of community advocacy, local news, political analysis, and heartfelt storytelling from Jackson, Mississippi. The show kicks off with an urgent plea for blood donations for Grayson Foster, a Mississippi College track star who lost a leg in a motorcycle accident. Edwards shares donation details, including the Mississippi Blood Services code EQ32, stressing that all blood types are needed to support Foster's recovery. Edwards introduces his “FAFO (F'd Around and Found Out) Championship,” spotlighting Rodriquez Tyrell Pinson's arrest in Canton, Mississippi, after fleeing Gluckstadt police in a stolen Ford F350. With humor, Edwards notes Pinson's vowel-heavy name and the chase's setting near the Econo Lodge, detailing charges like felony eluding and receiving stolen property. Politically, Edwards expresses disappointment in Pelahatchie's Rashonda, a former official who labeled the town racist after losing an election. He challenges her claims, arguing that political disagreements, not race, fueled the backlash, and shares his own experiences of being heckled while campaigning. The episode celebrates the “Philadelphia Miracle,” where white conservative Republicans won four out of five municipal races in the majority-Black city of Philadelphia, Mississippi. Guest Shewaski Young, Neshoba County Republican Party secretary, attributes the upset to grassroots efforts—door-knocking, radio ads, and community outreach—offering a potential model for flipping rural Democratic areas. Edwards analyzes Jackson's political landscape, predicting that demographic shifts will make it nearly impossible for white candidates to win mayoral or council seats, citing the defeat of former mayor Chokwe Lumumba as a turning point. He urges habitual candidates to redirect their efforts and praises the election of John Horne, hoping he'll stabilize Jackson by working with the legislature and attracting business. In a touching segment, Edwards shares a story about his girlfriend's son and friends rescuing a newborn kitten, which was handed over to “Miss Julie,” a local woman dedicated to animal rescue. Edwards praises her kindness, humorously apologizing to “conservative cat ladies” for past jests and reflecting on the goodness in communities. The show concludes with a powerful D-Day tribute, emphasizing unity under the American flag, and a fiery discussion on the Elon Musk-Donald Trump feud, with Edwards dismissing conspiracy theories and calling for the release of Epstein documents. Broadcast from the Men's Health & Women's Wellness Studios, this episode blends hard-hitting commentary with community spirit, airing on 103.9 FM WYAB and streaming on SaveJXN platforms.

Send us a textWe're back with another great question! Rev. Andy Stoddard joins Susan and Alex to explore, "Did God really create the world in seven days?" ABOUT ANDY: Andy Stoddard is the Lead Pastor at St. Matthew's UMC in Madison, MS.  He has served churches across Mississippi. Andy is a 1998 graduate of Mississippi College and a 2003 graduate of Memphis Theological Seminary.  He is married to Holly and together they have two children, Sarah (a junior at Southern Miss) and Thomas (a senior at Germantown High School in Madison).  Andy enjoys watching his kids perform, rooting for the San Francisco Giants, and reading —especially C.S. Lewis, Tim Keller, and (of course) John Wesley.   If you are on social media, you can become his friend on Facebook at www.facebook.com/rev.andys or read his blog at www.revandy.org.  Thanks for listening to the Embodied Holiness Podcast. We invite you to join the community on Facebook and Instagram @embodiedholiness. You can find all our episodes and more at www.embodiedholiness.com. Embodied Holiness is a ministry of Parkway Heights United Methodist Church in Hattiesburg, MS. If you're in the Hattiesburg area and are looking for a church home, we'd love to meet you and welcome you to the family. You can find out more about Parkway Heights at our website.

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Dr. Blake Thompson and Dr. Evan Lenow at Mississippi College.  Blake talks about his time on campus as President, and we hear updates on the upcoming changes happening in the Christian Studies Department.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsFebruary 20: Next Gen Summit - BrandonFebruary 22: Disaster Relief Training - MeridianFebruary 25-27: Vision Journey - Los AngelesFebruary 27: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - ForestFebruary 27: Mississippi Worship and Media Conference - BrookhavenMarch 2: Week of Prayer - Annie Armstrong Easter Offering / NAMBMarch 3: Senior Adult Leadership Training - GaraywaMarch 8: Disaster Relief Training - Pearl March 16: 3:16 on 3/16March 17: Ministry Assistants Conference and Training - GaraywaMarch 20: CP 100 Dinner - OxfordMarch 20: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - New AlbanyMarch 21: KidMin Tool Bin - GaraywaMarch 22: Disaster Relief Training - EcruMarch 24: Multiplication Process Co-Lab - MadisonMarch 31-April 10: State Bible Drill - Various LocationsApril 3: CP 100 Dinner - BiloxiApril 4: CP 100 Dinner - MadisonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Brock is back baby.Digital creator and collegiate distance runner Brock Kelly returns to the podcast for round three today to discuss all things running and life.Brock is a senior at Mississippi College, has a popular YouTube page, and is a budding entrepreneur. Through three-plus seasons he has compiled the following PRs: 1:55.03 in the 800m; 3:51.00 in the 1500m; 4:11.19 in the mile; 14:49.20 in the 5k; and 32:00.55 in the 10k.In high school, Brock was a state champion in the 3,200m; two-time state champ in the 1,600m; three-time state champ in the 800m; and Cross Country state champion in 2018 and 2019.Brock is best known for his YouTube channel (which currently boasts 19,700 subscribers) where he documents his NCAA journey; his “The Daily Mile” series is particularly popular.In addition to his video content, Brock created the OE Athletics Club during his junior year. The brand's motto, “Intentions Over Everything,” focuses on intentionality in athletics and how it can help build strong morals that lead to success.Brock kicked off the 2025 indoor season at the Samford Indoor Open (in Birmingham, Alabama) on January 18 with a second-place finish in the mile with a time of 4:13.41. Prior to that he had two first-place finishes at the Birmingham Indoor Icebreaker on December 6, 2024: one as an individual with a 4:17.39 mile; and the other as a member of the Distance Medley Relay team, which ran a 10:35.26.In today's conversation, Brock and I discuss the third season of The Daily Mile, his creative process and inspiration these days, an in-depth look at his training, what he wants his legacy to be, and much more.I love Brock's energy and our conversations are always insightful and a blessing! Don't miss this one.Tap into the Brock Kelly Special.If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it.If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend!S H O W N O T E SCheck out the Garmin Forerunner Line Using Our Link: https://bit.ly/4gsEFJHOur Website: https://therunningeffect.runTHE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

This episode continues our series of DEI conversations originally featured in the DEI Symposium of the NCDA 2024 Global Career Development Association Conference in San Diego, CA.In this episode, Nikkie Bailey, a licensed clinical social worker and counseling psychology doctoral student, and Dr. Emily Bullock-Yowell, a psychology professor at the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, delve into their research on career development factors impacting academic satisfaction among marginalized and majority undergraduate students. They discuss the challenges universities face in supporting marginalized students, the differences in career aspirations between groups, and the significance of future decent work versus occupational prestige in shaping academic satisfaction. The episode highlights the necessity of tailoring support strategies, the importance of culturally-sensitive methods, and the need for continued research on retaining and supporting all students in higher education. More information about their research can be found here: Additional information about their research can be found here, http://emilybullockyowellphd.weebly.com/.More Information about Nikki Bailey and Dr. Emily Bullock-Yowell:Nikkie A. Bailey is a second-year Counseling Psychology doctoral student from Florence, Mississippi. She received her M.S. in counseling psychology from USM. She received her BSW in Social Work from Mississippi College and her MSW in Social Work with a concentration in Clinical Social Work from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa. She is also a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). Currently, Nikkie is working on research with career decision-making difficulties (e.g., indecision and indecisiveness), negative career thoughts, and their possible relation to serious mental health outcomes such as feelings of hopelessness, lack of purpose, and suicidal ideation. This research aims to contribute to the development of effective interventions and support processes to assist individuals struggling with career decision-making difficulty by informing targeted career counseling and mental health services to prevent the escalation of distress. Nikkie's goal is to disseminate research focused on possible association(s) between career and academic decision-making difficulties and severe mental illness as well as vocational matters involving minority and diverse populations.Emily Bullock-Yowell is a Professor at the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, MS. She received her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Florida State University in 2006.  Currently, she is a faculty member in USM's School of Psychology, serves as the Counseling Psychology Doctoral Program Training Director, and is a Licensed Psychologist in the State of Mississippi. At USM, Dr. Bullock-Yowell's research program focuses on career development and vocational psychology. She teaches a Vocational Development course for Counseling Psychology doctoral and master's students and supervises students seeing individual and group career clients. She leads a Vocational Psychology Research Team composed of doctoral, masters, and undergraduate students. More about her work can be found at, http://emilybullockyowellphd.weebly.com/, where you can also download some of her and her colleagues' recent, free books on Holland's RIASEC Theory and Cognitive Information Processing Theory. She can be contacted directly at Emily.Yowell@usm.edu or https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-bullock-yowell-67690a179/. Send us a text

I'm excited to announce my Book Study. Get more info and join me here.In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Dr. Nason Lollar, author of 'The Five Principles of Educator Professionalism'. They discuss the erosion of trust in the education system, the impact of educational fads, and the importance of professional development and teacher morale in rebuilding trust.Chasing fads leads to a lack of trust. COVID exacerbating issues. Technology could be a fad.Take ownership of our own morale. Morale is a personal decision, but admin still have an impact. Negatives vs. Negativity.Damon and I made a commitment to never complain about our leaders. The ways to create a positive culture.Don't entertain negativity. Looking for problems is easy. Strong collaboration to stay away from negativityIsolation is the enemy of improvement - Richard ElmoreHow to be a Transformative Principal? Get teachers to share where they need support. Listen to them and have empathy. About Nason Lollar:Having served twenty-four years in the field of education, Dr. Nason Lollar has leveraged those experiences into his first book, The Five Principles of Educator Professionalism.   Nason began his career in the classroom, serving as a high school math and social studies teacher and as a baseball coach for fourteen years. He then transitioned to administration, serving as a high school assistant principal for nine years. He is currently serving in his 2nd year as principal at the Madison Career & Technical Center in Madison, Mississippi. His journey as a student of Educational Leadership began with graduate work at Mississippi College, and culminated with a Doctorate of Education from William Carey University in 2018. In 2023, Nason was honored by the Mississippi Association of Secondary School Principals as state Assistant Principal of the Year.  Connect with Nason: On X, @nasonlollar, through his Facebook page, Personal Development, or on his blog, nasonlollar.wordpress.com.  We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments

#234: Leading an Ethical School with Dr. Nason Lollar Description:Today's guest has developed a framework and language around professional conduct, which he defines as “my contribution to our culture of learning.” Cool. And what else is cool, is that you will hear, in slightly different terms, some of my core talking points around supporting and growing teachers, being present and listening, and, of course, working in quadrant 2 by managing your priorities, not your time. Guest Bio:Having served twenty-four years in the field of education, Dr. Nason Lollar has leveraged those experiences into his first book, The Five Principles of Educator Professionalism. Nason began his career in the classroom, serving as a high school math and social studies teacher and as a baseball coach for fourteen years. He then transitioned to administration, serving as a high school assistant principal for nine years. He currently serves as a principal of the Madison Career & Technical Center in Madison County, Mississippi. His journey as a student of Educational Leadership began with graduate work at Mississippi College, and culminated with a Doctorate of Education from William Carey University in 2018. In 2023, Nason was honored by the Mississippi Association of Secondary School Principals as state Assistant Principal of the Year.  Warmup questions:·      We always like to start with a celebration. What are you celebrating today?·      Is there a story that will help listeners understand why you are doing what you do?  Questions/Topics/PromptsBrief overview and discussion around each principleo   Teaching and learning always come first.o   Remain vigilant to safety concerns.o   Understand the power of communication.o   Seek balance.o   Take ownership of your morale. Discussion on how administrators help teachers follow the principles  Closing questions:·      What part of your own leadership are you still trying to get better at?·      If listeners could take just one thing away from today's podcast, what would it be?·      Before we go, is there anything else that you'd like to share with our listeners?·      Where can people learn more about you and your work… Sponsorship:I want to thank IXL for sponsoring this podcast… Everyone talks about the power of data-driven instruction. But what does that actually look like? Look no further than IXL, the ultimate online learning and teaching platform for K to 12. IXL gives you meaningful insights that drive real progress, and research can prove it. Studies across 45 states show that schools who use IXL outperform other schools on state tests. Educators who use IXL love that they can easily see how their school is performing in real-time to make better instructional decisions.  And IXL doesn't stop at just data. IXL also brings an entire ecosystem of resources for your teachers, with a complete curriculum, personalized learning plans, and so much more. It's no wonder that IXL is used in 95 of the top 100 school districts. Ready to join them? Visit http://ixl.com/assistant to get started.   Close·      Leadership is a journey and thank you for choosing to walk some of this magical path with me.·      You can find links to all sorts of stuff in the show notes, including my website https://www.frederickbuskey.com/·      I love hearing from you. If you have comments or questions, or are interested in having me speak at your school or conference, email me at frederick@frederickbuskey.com or connect with me on LinkedIn.·      If you are tired of spending time putting out fires and would rather invest time supporting and growing teachers, consider reading my book, A School Leader's Guide to Reclaiming Purpose. The book is available on Amazon. You can find links to it, as well as free book study materials on my website at https://www.frederickbuskey.com/reclaiming-purpose.html·      Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.·      Remember the secret to good leadership:o   Be intentional in choosing how you will show up for otherso   Be fully presento   Ask reflective questionso   And then just listeno   Don't overcomplicate it, the value is in the listening.·      Have a great rest of the week!·      Cheers! Guest links:https://nasonlollar.wordpress.com/ On X: @nasonlollar  Frederick's Links:Email: frederick@frederickbuskey.comWebsite: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsultingDaily Email subscribe: https://adept-experimenter-3588.ck.page/fdf37cbf3aThe Strategic Leader's Guide to Reclaiming Purpose: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWRS2F6N?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520 

It's time to sit down for a PLATE full of SPORTS! Today, we talk NFL, CFB, CBB, and a Top 5 list of “G5” teams over the last 40 years. We are also joined by Mississippi College head football coach, Mike Kershaw, to start the CFB segment.

Monday's news that Mississippi College will become Mississippi Christian University and discontinue the sport of football caught everyone off guard, including the Clevelands. Fred McAfee, the most famous player in M.C. history, heard the news on the radio and said he felt like he had lost a family member. The Saints, Ole Miss-Florida, and college basketball are also discussed.

BREAKING: Mississippi College has announced it is changing its name to Mississippi Christian University & that this football season will be its last. The NIL-era has fundamentally changed the landscape for smaller programs forcing schools to re-prioritize. MC will honor scholarships for current players. (Russ Latino, Magnolia Tribune)

-JPD allegedly fires two cops for pursuing a woman that crashed at a high rate of speed Saturday morning in South Jackson that ended with her running off the road, hitting a tree, vehicle exploding and her dead on arrival without so much as stopping to render help or even calling in the wreck -Speaking of JPD, four white people were arrested for breaking in the metrocenter mall to steal copper, could these four saltines be the alleged "Ayran Brotherhood" members we were told were stealing copper for the Mexican cartels and transporting it to Houston to sell? We'll take a Clay Edwards Show deep dive investigation into it and see what we come up with. -Mississippi College announces that its changing its name to "Mississippi Christian University" in 2026 and dropping its football program effective immediately after there season ending loss to in state rival Delta State and finishing with a record of 2-8

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On this episode of Gifts and Graces we get to hear from Dr. Otis W. Pickett, Dr. Malcolm Foley, Ansley Quiros, and Patrick Connelly on using practices of lament in contexts of injustice. Dr. Pickett is a historian of religion in the U.S. South at Clemson University. Dr. Foley is Special Advisor to the President for Equity and Campus Engagement at Baylor University. Ansley L. Quiros is an associate professor of history at the University of North Alabama. Patrick Connelly is an associate professor of history at Mississippi College. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2024 General Assembly. Let's listen as these panel members share their research and work in using practices of lament in ecclesiastical and classroom spaces, demonstrating how such practices can help forge stronger communities while also giving participants a lens through which to process suffering.

The guys talk about the first win of the season over Mississippi College, who stood out and what we need to improve ahead of the Friday Cornell matchup.

Normally everyone comes to see you when they face adversity, but how do you manage grieving while helping others through their issues as well? Dr. Shelbi Bradley is a licensed professional counselor in the state of MS. She received her doctorate in professional counseling from Mississippi College. She Holds a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from William Carey University and a Bachelors Degree in Psychology from the University of Southern Mississippi. She is as resilient as they come and I am so thankful that she sat down with me and shared her story as well as gave us a mini therapy session!

Will Kennedy recaps last week's game versus Grand Valley State and previews Saturday's contest against Mississippi College. 

Stand Up is a daily podcast. I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 700 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls Robert P. Jones  is the CEO and Founder of PRRI and a leading scholar and commentator on religion, culture, and politics. Robert P. Jones is the CEO and founder of Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) and the author of White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity, which won a 2021 American Book Award. Jones writes regularly on politics, culture, and religion for The Atlantic online, NBC Think, and other outlets. He is frequently featured in major national media, such as CNN, MSNBC, NPR, The New York Times, The Washington Post, and others. He is also the author of The End of White Christian America, which won the 2019 Grawemeyer Award in Religion. Jones writes weekly at https://robertpjones.substack.com, a newsletter for those dedicated to the work of truth-telling, repair, and healing from the legacy of white supremacy in American Christianity. He holds a Ph.D. in religion from Emory University, an M.Div. from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a B.S. in computing science and mathematics from Mississippi College. Jones was selected by Emory University's Graduate Division of Religion as Distinguished Alumnus of the Year in 2013, and by Mississippi College's Mathematics Department as Alumnus of the Year in 2016. Jones serves on the national program committee for the American Academy of Religion and is a past member of the editorial boards for the Journal of the American Academy of Religion, and Politics and Religion, a journal of the American Political Science Association. Join us Thursday's at 8EST for our Weekly Happy Hour Hangout!  Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on YouTube  Pete on Twitter Pete On Instagram Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll  Follow and Support Pete Coe Buy Ava's Art  Hire DJ Monzyk to build your website or help you with Marketing  

Send us a Text Message.Pull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Scott Lucky and Josh Poore at Parkway Baptist in Clinton.  We discuss ministry in the Clinton / Jackson metro area and how Parkway is uniquely positioned near Mississippi College.  Scott also shares how he preps for preaching on Sundays.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsAugust 20: Impact Training - HattiesburgSeptember 12: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - TupeloSeptember 19: Synchrony - SummitSeptember 21: Young Musicians Honor Choir Concert - FlorenceSeptember 25-26: New Orleans Vision JourneySeptember 30: Renewing the Church Summit - TupeloOctober 1: Renewing the Church Summit - HattiesburgOctober 2: Renewing the Church Summit - BrandonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

It's Education Week on MPB Think Radio. For In Legal Terms, we've brought on the Deans for the two law schools in our state: John Anderson from Mississippi College and Fred Slabach from the University of Mississippi. We hope to learn about the differences between the two schools, what prospective students need to know, and what one can do with a law degree.Law School Admission CouncilComplete 2 Compete (C2C) is a statewide initiative designed to inspire Mississippi's adults to complete their college degrees.Get2College is a college access program of the Woodward Hines Education Foundation. We help you plan, prepare, and pay for college. Free support for Mississippi students and educators.It's not too soon to get registered to vote. Educate yourself! The Secretary of State's website has so much information. Register by October 7th, 2024. All votes matter. Learn your rights. Learn if you're eligible to vote absentee. Learn what you need to bring to the polls.We'll all be voting on law makers soon. You can learn from a non-partisan group – The League of Women Voters - about who's running and where you can get more information about candidates, voting, and how to be a poll worker. Their website is VOTE411.org In Legal Terms has had representatives of the League of Women Voters on a couple of times. Voting with LWV-MS 09/26/23 and League of Women Voters 01/15/19Who are our legislatures in our state? You can educate yourself by going to the website legislature.ms.gov and checking out your senator and representative, what various committees are up to, and take a virtual tour of the building. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Copper, professor, and author Godfrey Garner stops by to tell some war stories from the old school! Love hearing what policing was like yeasrs ago and Godrey's stories do not dissapoint! Godfrey Garner was 12 years Tulsa PD, a Vietnam Vet, and a Afghan vet retired 20th Special Forces. Now the Director of the Homeland Security program Mississippi College, PhD MSU, has 3 textbooks and five novels under his belt.  Godfrey's Book - The Balance of Exodus https://www.amazon.com/Balance-Exodus-Godfrey-Garner/dp/1432701363 Contact Steve - steve@thingspolicesee.com Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055           -Video of the interviews           -Vinyl TPS logo sticker           -Patron Shoutout            -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

Join us as we sit down with Casey Stevens, who shares his family's inspiring journey from facing infertility to adopting their first son, Alek, from Kyrgyzstan in 2016 through Lifeline Children's Services. Blessed with three more sons, Micah, Jude, and Elijah, Casey's lively and love-filled home is a testament to resilience and faith. Casey discusses how his family actively participates in Stand for Orphans, an initiative that teaches kids the importance of caring for others and community service. Listen in as Casey talks about the roles his children played in their stand, memorable moments, and the rewarding experiences of working together as a family for a greater cause. Plus, get valuable advice for families looking to host their own Stand for Orphans.GUEST: Casey Stevens and his wife, Chesney, met at Mississippi College and married in 2013. After facing infertility, they adopted their first son, Alek, from Kyrgyzstan in 2016 through Lifeline Children's Services. They were later blessed with three biological sons: Micah, Jude, and Elijah. Their home is lively and filled with love. Committed to helping others, Casey's family actively participates in Stand for Orphans, teaching their kids the importance of caring for others and community service.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children's Services and its ministry arms.CO-HOSTDr. Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.RESOURCEHave you heard about Stand for Orphans? It's an incredible initiative created by kids, for kids, allowing them to make a difference in the lives of others. This program shows that you don't have to be an adult to make a big difference. Stand for Orphans empowers children to use their resources and abilities to impact the world. Since its start, kids across multiple states have joined in, raising significant funds for vulnerable children. Whether it's a lemonade stand or another creative idea, any child can host a stand. Want to get involved? Visit LifelineChild.org/Stand to learn more and sign up.LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children's Services is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW USFacebook, Instagram, TwitterThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Transistor | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Transistor | Spotify

July 7, 2024In part 3 of the series, "Hot Topics For A Hot Summer." Dr. Ivan Parke preaches from the book of Job on the subject of suffering and how "Why?" is a legitimate question, but "What do I do?" is a better question.  Dr. Parke is Professor and Assistant to the Chair in the Department of Christian Studies at Mississippi College, where he has served since 1998.  He teaches Introduction to the Old Testament and New Testament, Exegesis in Poetic and Wisdom Literature, Exegesis in the Pentateuch as well as Elementary and Intermediate Hebrew.  Dr. Parke is no stranger to Easthaven, serving as Interim on two different occasions.

Alex is joined by Dr. Nicholas Perna to talk about nasality. They discuss and unravel the mysteries of the nose's role in vocal production, from debunking myths about nasal resonance to exploring the benefits of nasal airflow, Dr. Perna's insights will challenge your assumptions and expand your understanding of vocal technique. Whether you're a singing teacher or a curious vocalist, this episode offers a fresh perspective on an often misunderstood aspect of voice production. KEY TAKEAWAYS Nasality in singing is often misperceived; what we think sounds nasal is usually twang or high spectral energy, not actual nasal airflow. The soft palate's movement in singing is more of a backward motion rather than an upward lift, contrary to common teaching cues. A mild amount of velopharyngeal opening can positively impact resonance stability, especially in the passaggio range for tenors. The term "nasal resonance" may be misleading, as the nose neither amplifies nor enriches sound in singing. Contemporary singing styles often rely on audio processing and EQ adjustments, which significantly affect the final sound beyond the singer's raw vocal output. Good scientific research seeks to disprove itself, challenging researchers to remain curious and open to new findings. Singers and teachers should focus on the journey of learning rather than believing they've reached a definitive destination in understanding vocal technique. Exploring velopharyngeal opening in musical theatre singers, particularly in mix and belt techniques, is an area ripe for future research.   BEST MOMENTS "What nasality is does not often coincide to its perceptual characteristics. And equally, studies have demonstrated that there isn't really this general consensus amongst singing teachers about perceived nasality." "Good science seeks to disprove itself. Staying curious means that you have an awareness that you are probably wrong." "The likelihood that that sound includes nasal airflow and that the soft palate is relaxed is very low because what the nasal passage does it has very thick mucous membranes. It's moist. There's other structures up there, typically hair, et cetera. And those things, dull sound, particularly high spectral energy." "I propose that we eliminate the term nasal resonance, nasal resonance altogether, because the nose neither, if we think of resonance as a definition of amplification and enrichment, it is neither amplifying sound, nor is it enriching sound." "The easiest observation you can obviously make, just to know whether there's anything happening or not, is to simply sustain a tone, pinch your nose shut, and see if any, you notice any difference.” EPISODE RESOURCES Voice Study Centre (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.151 How to Sing with Twang with Kerrie Obert (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep. Dr Matt Edwards (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep. Aaron Johnson Journal of Singing: https://www.nats.org/cgi/page.cgi/about_journal_singing.html (JoS) Nasality Deconstructed by Nicholas Perna: https://www.nats.org/_Library/JOS_On_Point/JOS-076-04-2020-429.pdf Heidi Moss:  Spectrum Effects of VPO in Singing by Gill, Lee, La, Sundberg: https://www.jvoice.org/article/S0892-1997(18)30446-6/abstract Effects of Nasalance on the Acoustics of the Tenor Passaggio and Head Voice by Nicholas Perna Celine Dion: An NBC News Special with Hoda Kotb (Full Interview): com/watch?v=ncwhU70I3T4 The work of Christian Herbst: https://www.christian-herbst.org/ University of Colorado Boulder: https://www.colorado.edu/ The work of Berton Coffin: https://www.nats.org/_Library/Named_Funds/Berton_Coffin_Endowment_-_web_ready.pdf   ABOUT THE GUEST Guest Website:  nicholasperna.com Contact Nicholas directly: nicholas.perna@colorado.edu Follow Nichola's Podcast ‘Vocal Fri' Here: https://www.vocalfri.com/ Social Media: Instagram: @vocalfriperna Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@vocalfriperna Tenor Nicholas Perna's voice has been hailed by the Houston Chronicle as “an impressive sound,” and the South Florida Sun Sentinel praised his “emotionally driven performance.” Perna was a recent finalist for the American Prize for men in opera, and has appeared multiple times in recent seasons with Opera Mississippi. Perna was twice selected as a Santa Fe Opera Apprentice Artist singer. Additional stage credits vary from opera roles such as Don José in Carmen and Rodolfo in La Bohème to Musical Theatre roles such as Ravenal in Show Boat, and Archie in the The Secret Garden. Symphonic appearances include Mahler's Das Lied von der Erde and Beethoven's Symphony no. 9.   Dr. Perna is Associate Professor and Director of Vocal Pedagogy at the University of Colorado at Boulder. He has publications in Journal of Singing, Journal of Voice, and VOICEPrints. A Presser Music Foundation awardee he has presented research on four continents at events such as the Voice Foundation's Symposium, ICVT, NATS National Conference, and Physiology and Acoustics of Singing (PAS). Perna is currently Vice President for Outreach for the National Association of Teachers of Singing and is the creator and co-host of the VocalFri Podcast, http://www.vocalfri.com. Perna holds graduate degrees from the University of Miami & the University of Houston. In 2024 Perna began his tenure as Executive Director of Opera Mississippi. Previous faculty positions include Mississippi College, West Virginia University, and he has been a voice research associate at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. ABOUT THE PODCAST BAST Training is here to help singers gain the knowledge, skills and understanding required to be a great singing teacher. We can help you whether you are getting started or just have some knowledge gaps to fill through our courses and educational events. basttraining.com Updates from BAST Training

Send us a Text Message.Pull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Zach DePriest and Ken Hall about 2024 Super Summer at Mississippi College the week of July 8.  We hear about the long ministry of Super Summer and the new changes ahead for this year.  Zach serves as the Student Pastor at First Jackson and is one of many leaders for Super Summer.Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJune 25-29: HeartSong Worship Arts CampJuly 8-12: Super SummerJuly 9-12: SMACK CampJuly 18-20: State Literacy Missions & Christian Job Corps ConferenceJuly 19: Stand Tall - Students Standing for ChristAugust 8: Impact Training - ColumbusAugust 12: Impact Training - ClintonAugust 13: Impact Training - Hernando August 16-17: Equipping LeadersAugust 19: Impact Training - GulfportAugust 20: Impact Training - HattiesburgContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Before, I get into who Dr. Melanie Wells is, I want to introduce you to a life-changing course from Dr. Akilah Willery.The Midlife Educator's Job Search Blueprint is your personalized roadmap to navigating career transitions confidently. Whether you're seeking a leadership role in K12 education or exploring new paths beyond the classroom, this beginner-friendly, 6-module support program equips you with the actionable steps you need to shine.You can learn more about the course here:  https://upskillservices.mykajabi.com/a/2147852369/pCgXU4WdMelanie Wells is a transformative leader with over 17 years of experience as an educator. Her post-compulsory educational training includes Jackson State University (bachelor's degree), Mississippi College (master's and specialist degrees) and The University of Mississippi (Specialist in Ed. Leadership). She has teaching and administrative experience in both title and non-title schools at the elementary and secondary levels. Her expertise includes brain-based research, engagement, and motivation.Dr. Melanie earned her Doctoral degree from William Carey University. You can purchase Dr. Wells' book, Hybrid Learning Environments from Amazon. 

Dr. Otis Pickett brings not just a wealth of educational distinction to his role as the historian for Clemson University, but also a wealth of life experience. He grew up in Mount Pleasant spending time with his grandfather, a small-town medical family practitioner on Pitt Street in the Old Village. Many of his grandfather's patients were African-Americans descendants of the Gullah people. "He treated each one of his patients with dignity, honor and respect," Pickett said. "It didn't matter if it was the governor or a poor man who meandered aimlessly up and down Pitt Street." In the mid-1990s Pickett and his mother began attending Trinity Baptist Church and were often the only whites who attended. With the encouragement of Rev. Herman Robinson, Pickett pursued pastoral ministry. He is now a decorated author, historian and religious scholar. He has been known to officiate weddings of former students. In present times, Pickett can be seen at many Clemson sporting events. He returned to his alma mater in 2022 after accepting his dream job as the third Clemson historian in the university's history (and the first Clemson alum to serve in that capacity). Pickett's predecessor, Paul Anderson, now serves as Clemson's Director of Football Academics and Freshman Transition. Anderson joined the football program in 2021 after more than two decades at Clemson as a decorated educator and historian. A significant part of Pickett's mission is introducing and framing the public conversation on Clemson's past, which includes difficult and complicated topics on race. "We've got to interpret it and talk about it," he said. "I get Clemson. I love Clemson, and I don't think there's a bigger Clemson sports fan than I am. I go to everything, and I've been pulling for Clemson since I was 2. "I love Clemson. But I'm also like: 'Hey, there's this history that may be difficult. But it also, I think, makes Clemson more interesting. I want to walk through that history. I want people to understand it.' ... We're simply talking about what people have been talking about for 200 and 300 years, which is this concept of race. And in the South that's a big concept and something that shapes our entire culture. And at Clemson it has shaped our culture in a lot of ways." Pickett previously served in the School of Education at the University of Mississippi preparing Social Studies teachers, the Director of Social Studies Education Programs at Mississippi College, and Associate Professor of History in the Department of History at Mississippi College. Pickett played a role in the state of Mississippi adopting a new state flag that retired the 1894 flag and its Confederate battle emblem. Pickett is also the co-founder and co-director of the Prison to College Pipeline Program, the first program in the state of Mississippi to offer tuition free, credit bearing college courses to incarcerated students. Pickett's grandfather, Robert Alexander Westbrook, graduated in the Class of 1950. His great grandfather, Albert Hayne McMeekin, was in the Class of 1918. Pickett and his wife Julie (Class of 2002) live in Clemson and have three children: Martha Jane, Otis, Jr. and Thomas.   He met his future wife on her 21st birthday at the Esso Club.               

In this episode of the Defender podcast, we honor Birth Mother's Day. Dr. Rick Morton welcome listeners into a special conversation featuring one of Lifeline's Pregnancy Counselors, Lauren Eddie, along with two remarkable birth mothers. Together, they discuss the significance of Birth Mother's Day, sharing personal insights, emotions, and reflections on the courageous decision these two women made to choose adoption. Join us as we celebrate their love, strength, and the profound impact of their choices.GUESTSLauren Eddie joined the Lifeline team in January of 2018, where she serves as Pregnancy Counselor Supervisor. Hailing originally from New Orleans, LA, she pursued her undergraduate studies in social work at Mississippi College before furthering her education at The University of Alabama for graduate school. Lauren's views her work as both a calling and a ministry, relishing the opportunity to express love and care for clients, inspired by the love of Christ. Brooke and Amanda are two birth mothers who embarked on their pregnancy and adoption placement journey with Lifeline by their side.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children's Services and its ministry arms.CO-HOSTDr. Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.RESOURCESBirth mothers are some of the most brave and selfless women we will ever meet. We want to surround these women with holistic care when they enter our doors. The Well is an fund that helps meet the physical needs of women in unexpected pregnancies. It allows our pregnancy counselors to not only walk with women through their pregnancy but to also help them cover rent, utilities, medical costs, food, transportation, and many other needs throughout their pregnancy, hospital stay, and after.  When we care for and meet physical needs, we also have opportunities to share about Christ and the hope and freedom of His gospel. Give to The Well fund, and help us care fully for women we serve. Pregnant? Considering Adoption? Lifeline Pregnancy Counseling offers free, confidential, and no-pressure services to help YOU decide if adoption is right for you and your baby.LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children's Services is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW USFacebook, Instagram, TwitterThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Transistor | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Transistor | Spotify

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Join us in Austin in May to take your life to the NEXT LEVEL - https://www.gobundance.com/aes Brian Estes is the current President and Investment Brokerage of The Estes Group. He previously worked at Cres of Jackson, INC. as a President. Brian Estes attended Mississippi College. In this episode, we cover:

Laura Johns is the founder and CEO of The Business Growers, a marketing firm serving the B2B telecom, SaaS, IT, and cloud-services industries.For 18 years, Laura managed marketing efforts for companies ranging from tech startups to global, multi-billion dollar businesses. She spent nearly half her career serving as a corporate marketing executive in the telecommunications industry before starting The Business Growers. Her career focus is developing marketing strategies for technology companies that lead to tangible success. Today, The Business Growers serves over 50 clients in 23 states.Laura has been honored as “Top 50 under 40” and “Top 50 Leading Women in Business” in her home state of Mississippi. Today, she is a member of the Leadership Mississippi program, an honor bestowed on a select by the Mississippi Economic Council. Laura graduated cum laude from Mississippi College and earned a Master of Arts degree from the University of Alabama. She is the co-founder and host of The Home and The Hustle podcast for working moms and The Know, Grow and Scale videocast and podcast for entrepreneurs.https://thebusinessgrowers.com/  https://www.instagram.com/laurapickardjohns/?hl=en  https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurapickardjohns/ Find the show at all of the cool spots below and find us at jasonfrazell.com/podcasts. Facebook Instagram

On this episode of From D2 to D3, new Millsaps head football coach Brandon Lechtenberg and new Mississippi College head football coach Mike Kershaw join the show. J.T. also gives an update on Mississippi University for Women's potential name change.

Episode 150: How to Identify Your Core Values Welcome to episode 150 of the Cocktails & Content Creation Podcast! For this episode, we're going to talk about how to identify your core values with Laura Johns, Founder and CEO at The Business Growers.In our one-hundred-and-fiftieth episode you'll learn:Why it is important to identify your brand's core valuesWhy those values need to start with how you treat your employeesAbout our Guest:Laura Johns is the founder and CEO of The Business Growers, a marketing firm serving the B2B telecom, SaaS, IT, and cloud-services industries. For 18 years, Laura managed marketing efforts for companies ranging from tech startups to global, multi-billion dollar businesses. She spent nearly half her career serving as a corporate marketing executive in the telecommunications industry before starting The Business Growers. Her career focus is developing marketing strategies for technology companies that lead to tangible success. Today, The Business Growers serves over 50 clients in 15 states. Laura has been honored as “Top 50 under 40” and “Top 50 Leading Women in Business” in her home state of Mississippi. Today, she is a member of the Leadership Mississippi program, an honor bestowed on a select by the Mississippi Economic Council. Laura graduated cum laude from Mississippi College and earned a Master of Arts degree from the University of Alabama. She is the co-founder and host of The Home and The Hustle podcast for working moms and The Know, Grow and Scale videocast and podcast for entrepreneurs.Thanks for Listening!Join our Facebook Community for more tips and tricks on how to easily create content and chat with other content creators! And make sure to follow our Instagram. Links & Resources:The Business GrowersThe Biz Growers on Facebook@laurapjohns on Twitter@laurapickardjohns on Instagram@thebusinessgrowers on YoutubeLauren Pickard Johns on LinkedInLaura Johns on KitcastUntil next time, cheers to your next cocktail and happy content creating!Kate & JessieHosts of “The Cocktails and Content Creation Podcast”

Brian Estes talks today about how he invests with rescue capital to save struggling properties and taking the lion's share of the profits. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus in business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers and coaches. Brian is the president of The Estes Group, which he started the company after ten years of commercial real estate experience as a staff appraiser and associate broker for two commercial real estate companies. Brian successfully operated the investment brokerage, property management and valuation/consulting firm, The Estes Group, before merging with a regional firm, Commercial Property 1 in 2011. Additionally, he was a staff accountant at LDDS WorldCom following graduation at Mississippi College. Brian was honored with the Top 40 Under 40 awards in 2009 by the Mississippi Business Journal, is affiliated with multiple professional organizations and is involved with a variety of community organizations and causes. He has been awarded the prestigious CCIM Designation from the CCIM Institute in 2000 and CPM Designation by the Institute of Real Estate Management in 2008. 3 Pillars 1. Real estate 2. Businesses 3. Giving back Books: The One Thing by Gary Keller, Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki, The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Jay Papasan You can connect with Brian at brian@estesgroup.net Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Connect with Pillars Of Wealth Creation on Facebook: www.facebook.com/PillarsofWealthCreation/ Subscribe to our email list at www.pillarsofwealthcreation.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation

Kyle Worley is joined by Charles Smith to answer the question, are We Wrong to Learn Leadership Lessons From Old Testament Stories?Questions Covered in This Episode:Are We Wrong to Learn Leadership Lessons From Old Testament Stories?If you were going to identify one leadership story in the Old Testament that you resonate with, who would it be?Guest Bio:Dr. Charles Smith serves as Senior Vice President for Institutional Relations and Assistant Professor of Christian Leadership at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He earned a Business Administration degree from Mississippi College in 2007, a Master of Divinity from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2011, and a PhD from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2020. He and his wife, Ashley, have three daughters, Ellie, Annie, and Susie.Sponsors:Interested in free theological training? Midwestern Seminary recently released three new classes through their For the Church Institute. Study for free and at your own pace through FTCI today! Learn more and sign up at ftcinstitute.comTo learn more about our sponsors please visit our website.Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast | Confronting Christianity | Starting Place | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurch

Today on the podcast is Brock Kelly! If you're not familiar with Brock, he runs for Mississippi College where he has progressed over the years into one of their top guys. He holds PRs of 1:55.03 (800m), 4:11.19 (Mile), and 14:49.2 (5k). He has won awards of 2021 USTFCCCA All-Academic Team, 2021 GSC Academic Honor Roll, and 2021 USTFCCCA All-Region. In High School, Brock was a state champion in 3,200 meters, 2xstate champ in 1,600 meters, 3xstate champ in 800 meters and the Cross Country state champion in 2018 and 2019. Brock also has a successful YouTube channel boasting over 8,000 subscribers documenting his NCAA journey. In today's conversation, Brock goes through how he's handling a current injury, the importance of consistency, his summer as an intern for professional running team Tinman Elite, his journey on YouTube, handling academics, athletics, and owning a merch company at the same time, and so much more! Today's conversation was absolutely fantastic, and I had a lot of fun having it. I'm confident you'll walk away from this one with a smile on your face and some extra inspiration to tackle this week. Tap into the Brock Kelly Special. You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it.  The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W   N O T E S -Brock's YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@TheBrockKelly?si=Whf5Bi5g-xUJPO3s -2Before: Code: "THERUNNINGEFFECT30" for 30% off: ⁠⁠https://2before.com/⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dominic-schlueter/message

On this episode of From D2 to D3, J.T. goes over the weekend that was in Division II and Division III football. He

For the first time this season, all four Mississippi Division II and Division III schools found wins on the same day. J.T. shares what he

Whether you're actively engaged in leading a women's ministry, personally involved in a local church women's ministry, or simply a woman yourself, let me encourage you to lean into this content. And to our male listeners who are married, or even pastoring women, this is gonna be a great resource for you, as well. Today we welcome women's ministries expert Ashley Simmons of Coastal Church (Daphne, AL) to share her heart for women's ministries, why it's all the more important for the 21st-century church, and the practical tools every women's ministries director needs to form a lead team, facilitate discipleship and so much more!--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Ashley Simmons lives in Fairhope, AL and serves on staff at Coastal Church in Daphne, AL as the Counseling Coordinator and Women's Director. She is a mom to Cole (21), a Pre-Med student in his senior year at Mississippi College and Kennedy (20), who is serving on a worship internship at Church of the Highlands in Birmingham, Alabama. She celebrated her 25th wedding anniversary this summer with her wonderful husband Tim who also serves at Coastal Church as the executive pastor. Tim and Ashley have been in ministry for 25 years.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with today's guest, Ashley Simmons:Ashley Simmons | Instagram | FacebookFeatured:Share Sanctuary!InstagramFacebookSanctuary SiteLearn about Let's Retreat.Ashley Simmons' episode: Episode 36 "Married to Strength + Weakness"Many thanks to our host, Bridgette Tomlin, and engineer Lindsey Culp of LC Creative. Learn how you can capitalize on all Lindsey can do for your small business, church, or ministry through her creative solutions of media, video, graphics, and more!

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Founder & CEO of The Business Growers, Laura Johns.Laura Johns is the driving force behind The Business Growers, a company that serves as a fractional CMO and implementation team for founder-led companies with 50 or fewer employees. The Business Growers is a godsend for companies that may not need or can't afford an entire marketing team. They provide both implementation and high-level strategy services, filling the gap in the market for affordable yet practical marketing solutions.Laura shared that companies often hire individuals with high expectations, expecting them to handle all aspects of marketing. This can be challenging and often leads to less-than-optimal results. The Business Growers works well with companies that have an in-house marketing person who serves as a liaison and project manager but lacks the skill set to execute marketing strategies fully. If this sounds like your company, then you might be ready for The Business Growers' services.Laura emphasized the importance of consistent branding and messaging. She suggests checking if all marketing materials, websites, business cards, and email signatures are consistent. This consistency is vital to creating a strong brand identity that resonates with your target audience.Key Points from the Episode:The Business Growers is a fractional CMO and implementation team for founder-led companiesDiscussion on when a company might be ready to hire The Business Growers' servicesBranding, messaging, and social media strategies for increasing visibility and attracting leadsInsights on thought leadership and authenticity on social mediaOrigin of the name "The Business Growers" and the size of Laura's teamThe Business Growers works well with companies that have an in-house marketing person but lack the skill set to fully execute marketing strategiesImportance of consistent branding and messaging across marketing materialsLaura's journey from accidental entrepreneur to starting The Business GrowersAbout Laura Johns:Laura Johns is the accomplished founder and CEO of The Business Growers, a prominent marketing firm specializing in serving B2B telecom, SaaS, IT, and cloud-services industries. With an impressive career spanning 18 years, Laura's expertise has been honed through managing marketing efforts for a diverse range of companies, from tech startups to global conglomerates, with nearly half of her career spent as a corporate marketing executive in the telecommunications sector. Her primary focus centres on developing highly effective marketing strategies tailored to technology companies, leading to tangible and significant successes. Today, The Business Growers boasts an extensive clientele of over 50 companies across 15 states.Laura's contributions to her home state of Mississippi have not gone unnoticed, as she has received accolades such as "Top 50 under 40" and "Top 50 Leading Women in Business." She is a distinguished member of the Leadership Mississippi program, an honour conferred by the Mississippi Economic Council. Laura's educational background is equally impressive, graduating cum laude from Mississippi College and earning a Master of Arts degree from the University of Alabama. She is also recognized as the co-founder and host of two notable podcasts: "The Home and The Hustle," catering to working moms and "

“Is America a divinely ordained promised land for European Christians, or is America a pluralistic democracy where all stand on equal footing before the law?” Dr. Robert P. Jones, president and founder of PRRI, grapples with this central question in his new book, The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy and the Path to a Shared American Future. As Dr. Jones says, “At its heart, this book sets out to expose the deep, hidden roots of America's current identity crisis.” This landmark work examines the genocide and removal of Native Americans and White racial violence against African Americans that occurred in three distinct regions of our country: Tulsa, OK; the Mississippi Delta; and Duluth, MN. Tragically, these accounts are not unique to these areas. Similar atrocities have occurred in virtually all 50 states. And yet, this is a story of hope. The heart of the project is that “Authentic healing flows from, and true repentance is built on, the twin pillars of truth-telling and repair.”   Dr. Robert P. Jones is the president and founder of Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI). Dr. Jones is also the author of the forthcoming book, The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy and the Path to a Shared American Future as well as the award-winning books White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity and The End of White Christian America. Robby writes regularly on politics, culture, and religion for The Atlantic, TIME, Religion News Service, and other outlets. And you might recognize him from his appearances on CNN, MSNBC and NPR. He also writes weekly at robertpjones on substack, a newsletter for those dedicated to the work of truth-telling, repair, and healing from the legacy of white supremacy in American Christianity. Dr. Jones holds a Ph.D. in religion from Emory University, an M.Div. from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and an undergrad degree in computing science and mathematics from Mississippi College.   Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it.   www.democracygroup.org/shows/talkin-politics-religion   www.threads.net/@coreysnathan   www.prri.org   www.amazon.com/Hidden-Roots-White-Supremacy-American/dp/166800951X/   robertpjones.substack.com   And please support our friends at BEST OF THE LEFT - www.bestoftheleft.com

Ever been close to giving up your 9 to 5 but can't quite fathom how to turn your side hustle into a main gig? You're not alone. Today's episode is a genuine heart-to-heart conversation with Laura Johns, the founder and CEO of the Business Growers. The company serves technology companies who need modern marketing. From cyber security firms to fintech startups, Laura and her team understand what it takes to build efficient niche-specific marketing strategies and implement them with precision.Laura's journey to the head of a thriving tech-focused marketing company is not just motivational but also a guide for aspiring entrepreneurs. In a candid chat, Laura shares her passion for empowering her employees to pursue their side hustles, her belief in work-life balance, and the importance of having the right team.We also delve into the nitty-gritty of operating a successful business with insights on the value of a VP of operations, the challenges of setting boundaries within a company, and the art of hiring and maximizing time. Drawing on the wisdom from Dan Martell's book, "Buy Back Your Time," Laura talks about the process of calculating your buyback rate and deciding when to hire or bring a service in-house. Our cohost, Kyle Stevie, shares his perspective on how some employees' contribution transcends profits and significantly increases a company's value.We round off this dynamic conversation with an in-depth look at the power of side hustles and extend an open invitation to join the Side Hustle City Facebook group for motivation and idea-sharing. So, whether you're a budding entrepreneur, an employee itching to jump into the world of entrepreneurship, or just someone fascinated by tech and business stories, this conversation is worth a listen.More About LauraFor 18 years, Laura managed marketing efforts for companies ranging from tech startups to global, multi-billion dollar businesses. She spent nearly half her career serving as a corporate marketing executive in the telecommunications industry before starting The Business Growers. Her career focus is developing marketing strategies for technology companies that lead to tangible success. Today, The Business Growers serves over 50 clients in 23 states.Laura has been honored as “Top 50 under 40” and “Top 50 Leading Women in Business” in her home state of Mississippi. Today, she is a member of the Leadership Mississippi program, an honor bestowed on a select by the Mississippi Economic Council. Laura graduated cum laude from Mississippi College and earned a Master of Arts degree from the University of Alabama. She is the co-founder and host of The Home and The Hustle podcast for working moms and The Know, Grow and Scale videocast and podcast for entrepreneurs.Next StepsAs you're inspired to embark on your own side hustle journey after listening to this episode, you might wonder where to start or how to make your vision a reality. Our blog is also full of great informationBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showSubscribe to Side Hustle City and join our Community on Facebook

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Coach York, current interim Head Coach for the Millsaps Majors football team, dives into his personal coaching journey - from a GA at Mississippi College coaching receivers, offensive line, running backs, and defensive line to now being the head man. Along that coaching journey, Coach York found a real passion for growing and developing men, and that shows in everything he does and says throughout the final-part of his interview. If you haven't seen Part 1 yet, make sure you check it out! Also make sure to like, follow, and subscribe to stay up to date on all of our content: https://linktr.ee/nocapsports

Stand Up is a daily podcast. I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 700 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls Check out StandUpwithPete.com to learn more On today's show I quickly recapped the first GOP debate without the guy likely to be the nominee and our watch party that we had so much fun at - then I got to my guest Robbie Jones to talk about his amazing and very important new book  The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy: and the Path to a Shared American Future  Taking the story of white supremacy in America back to 1493, and examining contemporary communities in Mississippi, Minnesota, and Oklahoma for models of racial repair, The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy helps chart a new course toward a genuinely pluralistic democracy. Beginning with contemporary efforts to reckon with the legacy of white supremacy in America, Jones returns to the fateful year when a little-known church doctrine emerged that shaped the way five centuries of European Christians would understand the “discovered” world and the people who populated it. Along the way, he shows us the connections between Emmett Till and the Spanish conquistador Hernando De Soto in the Mississippi Delta, between the lynching of three Black circus workers in Duluth and the mass execution of thirty-eight Dakota men in Mankato, and between the murder of 300 African Americans during the burning of Black Wall Street in Tulsa and the Trail of Tears. From this vantage point, Jones shows how the enslavement of Africans was not America's original sin but, rather, the continuation of acts of genocide and dispossession flowing from the first European contact with Native Americans. These deeds were justified by people who embraced the 15th century Doctrine of Discovery: the belief that God had designated all territory not inhabited or controlled by Christians as their new promised land. This reframing of American origins explains how the founders of the United States could build the philosophical framework for a democratic society on a foundation of mass racial violence—and why this paradox survives today in the form of white Christian nationalism. Through stories of people navigating these contradictions in three communities, Jones illuminates the possibility of a new American future in which we finally fulfill the promise of a pluralistic democracy. Robert P. Jones  is the CEO and Founder of PRRI and a leading scholar and commentator on religion, culture, and politics. Robert P. Jones is the CEO and founder of Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) and the author of White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity, which won a 2021 American Book Award. Jones writes regularly on politics, culture, and religion for The Atlantic online, NBC Think, and other outlets. He is frequently featured in major national media, such as CNN, MSNBC, NPR, The New York Times, The Washington Post, and others. He is also the author of The End of White Christian America, which won the 2019 Grawemeyer Award in Religion. Jones writes weekly at https://robertpjones.substack.com, a newsletter for those dedicated to the work of truth-telling, repair, and healing from the legacy of white supremacy in American Christianity. He holds a Ph.D. in religion from Emory University, an M.Div. from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a B.S. in computing science and mathematics from Mississippi College. Jones was selected by Emory University's Graduate Division of Religion as Distinguished Alumnus of the Year in 2013, and by Mississippi College's Mathematics Department as Alumnus of the Year in 2016. Jones serves on the national program committee for the American Academy of Religion and is a past member of the editorial boards for the Journal of the American Academy of Religion, and Politics and Religion, a journal of the American Political Science Association.   Pete on Tik Tok Pete on YouTube Pete on Twitter Pete On Instagram Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll  Follow and Support Pete Coe

Brian Estes talks today about how he invests with rescue capital to save struggling properties and taking the lion's share of the profits. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus in business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers and coaches. Brian is the president of The Estes Group, which he started the company after ten years of commercial real estate experience as a staff appraiser and associate broker for two commercial real estate companies. Brian successfully operated the investment brokerage, property management and valuation/consulting firm, The Estes Group, before merging with a regional firm, Commercial Property 1 in 2011. Additionally, he was a staff accountant at LDDS WorldCom following graduation at Mississippi College. Brian was honored with the Top 40 Under 40 awards in 2009 by the Mississippi Business Journal, is affiliated with multiple professional organizations and is involved with a variety of community organizations and causes. He has been awarded the prestigious CCIM Designation from the CCIM Institute in 2000 and CPM Designation by the Institute of Real Estate Management in 2008. 3 Pillars 1. Real estate 2. Businesses 3. Giving back Books: The One Thing by Gary Keller, Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki, The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Jay Papasan You can connect with Brian at brian@estesgroup.net Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Connect with Pillars Of Wealth Creation on Facebook: www.facebook.com/PillarsofWealthCreation/ Subscribe to our email list at www.pillarsofwealthcreation.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation

Links from the show:* Colonial Mississippi: A Borrowed Land* Connect with Christian* Follow Christian on Twitter* Rate the showAbout my guest:Christian Pinnen is associate professor of history at Mississippi College. His research and teaching focus on the history of race, slavery, and the law in the American colonial borderlands. Get full access to Dispatches from the War Room at dispatchesfromthewarroom.substack.com/subscribe

Stand Up is a daily podcast that I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 740 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls Bill Boyle is a well sourced and connected businessman who lives in Washington DC with his wife and son. Bill is a trusted friend and source for me who I met after he listened and became a regular and highly respected caller of my siriusxm radio show. Bill is a voracious reader and listeners love to hear his take. I think his analysis is as sharp as anyone you will hear on radio or TV and he has well placed friends across the federal government who are always talking to him. As far as I can tell he is not in the CIA. Follow him on twitter and park at his garages. _______________________________________________________ 47 mins Robert P. Jones  is the CEO and Founder of PRRI and a leading scholar and commentator on religion, culture, and politics. Subscribe to his Substack "White Too Long" Robert P. Jones is the CEO and founder of Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) and the author of White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity, which won a 2021 American Book Award. Jones writes regularly on politics, culture, and religion for The Atlantic online, NBC Think, and other outlets. He is frequently featured in major national media, such as CNN, MSNBC, NPR, The New York Times, The Washington Post, and others. He is also the author of The End of White Christian America, which won the 2019 Grawemeyer Award in Religion. Jones writes weekly at https://robertpjones.substack.com, a newsletter for those dedicated to the work of truth-telling, repair, and healing from the legacy of white supremacy in American Christianity. He holds a Ph.D. in religion from Emory University, an M.Div. from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a B.S. in computing science and mathematics from Mississippi College. Jones was selected by Emory University's Graduate Division of Religion as Distinguished Alumnus of the Year in 2013, and by Mississippi College's Mathematics Department as Alumnus of the Year in 2016. Jones serves on the national program committee for the American Academy of Religion and is a past member of the editorial boards for the Journal of the American Academy of Religion, and Politics and Religion, a journal of the American Political Science Association. Check out all things Jon Carroll Follow and Support Pete Coe Pete on YouTube Pete on Twitter Pete On Instagram Pete Personal FB page