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Sterling Burnett, Ph.D., director of the Robinson Center on Climate and Environmental Policy at The Heartland Institute. NJ Climate Lawsuit Dropped for Prejudice After Accusing Oil Companies of Global Warming

Join us for a hard-hitting discussion with Dr. Sterling Burnett, director of the Robinson Center on Climate and Environmental Policy at The Heartland Institute, as he breaks down the recent Energy Department Inspector General's explosive findings. In this episode, Dr. Burnett examines claims of fraud, waste, and abuse in current federal green energy programs, offering his perspective on the path forward. He discusses the implications of these findings and presents his case for both executive and congressional action to address what he characterizes as problematic spending. Dive deep into this complex intersection of energy policy, government oversight, and fiscal responsibility with one of the field's leading voices. 

Join us for a hard-hitting discussion with Dr. Sterling Burnett, director of the Robinson Center on Climate and Environmental Policy at The Heartland Institute, as he breaks down the recent Energy Department Inspector General's explosive findings. In this episode, Dr. Burnett examines claims of fraud, waste, and abuse in current federal green energy programs, offering his perspective on the path forward. He discusses the implications of these findings and presents his case for both executive and congressional action to address what he characterizes as problematic spending. Dive deep into this complex intersection of energy policy, government oversight, and fiscal responsibility with one of the field's leading voices. 

Sterling Burnett, Ph.D., director of the Robinson Center on Climate and Environmental Policy at The Heartland Institute. Energy Dept Inspector General Calls Biden's Green Programs Fraudulent, Wasteful, and Abuse. Sterling Says:“Not only should Biden's virtue signaling, legacy building spending spree end, but any money that can't be clawed back by Trump's own action, Congress should act to rescind the money and end the programs by law.”

Looking into the Most-Googled Bible Verses by Dr. Pat Battem, (Associate Director of the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary)

Mike Neglia welcomes Dr. Steve Mathewson to the Expositors Collective show and Steve shares his deep insights into sermon preparation and delivery. The discussion covers the strategic use of illustrations to enhance sermon relatability, techniques for crafting engaging introductions, and continuous improvement in communicating God's Word. Dr. Mathewson also provides a preview of his forthcoming book on preaching Old Testament poetry and reflects on valuable lessons learned from his mentor, Dr. Haddon Robinson, particularly the importance of character and demeanor in preaching. Join Mike and Dr. Mathewson for an informative session that blends practical advice with heartfelt reflections on the art of preaching. $110 will sponsor a Ugandan Expositor : https://cgn.churchcenter.com/giving/to/expositors-collective  Recommended episodes to learn from other students of Haddon Robinson:  Dr Alan Stoddard: https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/sermon-based-small-groups-alan-stoddard  Dr John Whittaker: https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/every-sermon-should-have-a-purpose-and-a-point-with-john-whittaker  Dr Matthew Kim is the director of the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/preaching-through-tension-and-division-with-matthew-kim-paul-hoffman-and-mike-neglia https://2guysandariver.com/ - The fly fishing podcast on which Steve is a co-host Steve Mathewson is the Director of the Doctor of Ministry program at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon. He has served in pastoral ministry for the past 38 years in both Montana and Illinois. He is a graduate of Multnomah University (Th.B.), Western Seminary, (M.A. in Old Testament), Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary (D.Min. in Preaching), and Stellenbosch University (Ph.D. in Biblical Hebrew). He has written several books, including The Art of Preaching Old Testament Narrative, Preaching the Four Gospels with Confidence, and Risen: Fifty Reasons why the Resurrection Changed Everything. Steve and his wife, Priscilla, have four children and eleven grandchildren. In his spare time, Steve enjoys fly fishing for trout.  https://www.westernseminary.edu/academics/advanced-degrees/doctor-of-ministry-dmin - The Doctor of Ministry program which Steve directs at Western Seminary Steve's Books:  Joshua and Judges in The People's Bible Commentary (Bible Reading Fellowship, 2003) Preaching the Hard Words of Jesus (Hendrickson, 2013) Preaching the Four Gospels with Confidence (Hendrickson, 2013) RISEN: Fifty Reasons Why the Resurrection Changed Everything (Baker, 2013) The Art of Preaching Old Testament Narrative (Baker Academic, 2021; 2nd edition) The Art of Preaching Old Testament Poetry (Baker Academic--release date is December 2024) The Fly Fisher's Book of Lists (co-author; Big Snowy Media, 2017) CLICK HERE to give to the Uganda Expositors Collective Conference The Expositors Collective podcast is part of the CGNMedia, Working together to proclaim the Gospel, make disciples, and plant churches. For more content like this, visit https://cgnmedia.org/ Join our private Facebook group to continue the conversation: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ExpositorsCollective

In this episode of the Hort Culture podcast, we discuss some of the many exciting programs going on at the University of Kentucky's Robinson Center and Robinson Forest with Dr. Shawn Wright, horticulture specialist at the University of Kentucky. The more you know, the more you grow!Robinson Center for Appalachian Resource Sustainability (RCARS)Robinson ForestQuestions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: hortculturepodcast@l.uky.edu

213: Keys to Advancing your Nonprofit Career (Brian Collier)SUMMARYAre you on the path to advancing your nonprofit career? Do you have the skills and experiences needed for leadership? Brian Collier, an experienced, successful nonprofit leader, shares his advice for aspiring leaders eager to ascend to a senior leadership role in episode #213 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership. Brian shares his concerns about nonprofit proliferation and imparts his keys to a successful grant application. Nonprofit leaders know the importance of community collaboration, but how do you evaluate its effectiveness? Brian talks about the dynamic between nonprofit leaders and their board of directors and how to foster strong, proficient relationships. ABOUT BRIANBrian Collier is the new President of The Gambrell Foundation after serving as Executive Vice President for Foundation for The Carolinas for sixteen years. While at FFTC, he handled the Foundation's competitive grants programs across thirteen counties in North and South Carolina. Brian also led the Foundation's Robinson Center for Civic Leadership and the development of community initiatives including Veterans Bridge Home, Read Charlotte, Carolina Thread Trail, Project LIFT, and Leading on Opportunity, a nationally recognized, multi-year initiative to identify and implement community strategies addressing upward mobility and economic opportunity. During the height of the COVID-19 crisis, Brian worked in partnership with organizations like United Way of Central Carolinas to raise and award over $25 million in private & public funds to help individuals and families affected by the COVID-19 crisis. Besides his work at FFTC, Brian served on the executive leadership team at KABOOM! in Washington, D.C. and as the Founding President and Executive Director of Victory Junction, a state-of-the-art medical camp in Randleman, North Carolina for children suffering from chronic and/or life-threatening illnesses. The camp resulted from a unique partnership between the NASCAR motorsports industry, NASCAR drivers Richard and Kyle Petty, and actor Paul Newman. Brian began his career as a trial attorney with Rumberger Kirk—one of the country's premier commercial litigation firms--in Orlando, Florida. He is a graduate of the University of Florida's Levin College of Law and the University of Central Florida. He resides in Charlotte with his wife and daughter.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESSapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah HarariThe Nordic Theory of Everything: In Search of a Better Life by Anu PartanenFactfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World and Why Things are Better than you Think by Hans Rosling et al.Learn more about the Gambrell Foundation and Brian hereCheck out Patton's new book

Division, tension and conflict has always been part of life in a fallen world, but it feels as if it has only increased over the past years. How can preachers address contentious issues in a gracious yet truthful way? How can we balance the tightrope as we attempt to offering a unifying word to a divided congregation? Drs Matthew Kim and Paul Hoffman offer seven steps towards preaching that a seven-step model for promoting reconciliation that unifies rather than causes unnecessary division1. The Theological Step: The Sins of Pride and Prejudice2. The Contextual Step: America's Past and Present Reality3. The Personal Step: Facing Our Sin and Acknowledging Our Prejudices4. The Positional Step: We Are Heralds, Not Heart-Changers5. The Methodological Step: A Homiletic for Reconciliation and Unity6. The Practical Step: Pre-Sermon, Mid-Sermon, and Post-Sermon Practices7. The Categorical Step: Biblical Themes and Texts "Preaching has become something of a dreaded task. With self-appointed authorities declaring on social media what pastors should and should not address--and telling people to leave their churches if pastors don't say the supposed right thing--the pastor bears the impossible task of speaking God's Word to a disinterested and divided world. In a day where cultural land mines abound, the preacher can either dismiss the concerns of her congregation as invalid or irrelevant or become a prisoner to the narratives and perspectives of the moment. Kim and Hoffman give us a better way. They excavate a treasury of theological resources to address the chief causes of division and map the terrain of our cultural dynamics and historical context. They teach us to become aware of our own lens as preachers and to rely on the Spirit to breathe the Word of God to the people of God. The result is a stunning, scholarly, current, and critical guide for preachers to take seriously the complexity of preaching in a rapidly changing world."Glenn Packiam Matthew D. Kim (PhD, University of Edinburgh) is professor of practical theology and holder of the Hubert H. and Gladys S. Raborn Chair of Pastoral Leadership at Truett Theological Seminary, Baylor University, in Waco, Texas. He previously served as the George F. Bennett Professor of Preaching and Practical Theology, director of the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching, and director of Mentored Ministry at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He is a past president of the Evangelical Homiletics Society and has over twenty years of preaching and teaching experience. Kim has written or edited many books, including Preaching to People in Pain (winner of a Christianity Today 2022 Book Award) and Preaching with Cultural Intelligence (the 2018 Preaching magazine Book of the Year). Paul A. Hoffman (PhD, University of Manchester) is senior pastor of Evangelical Friends Church of Newport, Rhode Island. He serves on the Oversight Board for the Evangelical Friends Church-Eastern Region, is an adjunct professor at Barclay College, and is the author of Reconciling Places: How to Bridge the Chasms in Our Communities. Recommended Resources: Preaching to a Divided Nation: http://bakerpublishinggroup.com/books/preaching-to-a-divided-nation/408810 Ministers of Reconciliation : https://lexhampress.com/product/197409/ministers-of-reconciliation-preaching-on-race-and-the-gospel Matthew Kim Bibliography: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-D.-Kim/author/B001JRVEXA?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Suggested Episodes:Alan Stoddard reflects on lessons learned from Haddon Robinson: https://www.expositorscollective.com/podcast/2021/11/9/sermon-based-small-groups-alan-stoddard James Travis on maintaining unity in multicultural congregations: https://www.expositorscollective.com/podcast/2019/12/9/episode-78-unity-in-multicultural-churches Eric Cartier on the power of connection: https://www.expositorscollective.com/podcast/2020/9/1/the-power-of-connection-eric-cartierFor information about our upcoming training events in California and Indiana visit ExpositorsCollective.com The Expositors Collective podcast is part of the CGNMedia, Working together to proclaim the Gospel, make disciples, and plant churches. For more content like this, visit https://cgnmedia.org/Join our private Facebook group to continue the conversation: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ExpositorsCollective

[Intro: 12:12] Michael Beyea Reagan, historian and activist, joins me to discuss his book ‘Intersectional Class Struggle: Theory and Practice,' an "innovative study [that] explores the relevance of class as a theoretical category in our world today, arguing that leading traditions of class analysis have missed major elements of what class is and how it operates." In our time of increasing wealth disparity and widespread socioeconomic precarity for the working class (dubbed the "Second Gilded Age"), how can intersectionality, as a theoretical framework and practice, help us more deeply understand and appreciate the liberatory struggles of racial, economic, and feminist movements? Reagan, through his excellent historical documentation in ‘Intersectional Class Struggle,' has provided a more nuanced, and richer, view of class consciousness that does not fit into crude boxes.  "Using a historical lens, it studies the experiences of working class peoples, from migrant farm workers in California's central valley, to the “factory girls” of New England, and black workers in the South to explore the variety of working-class experiences. It investigates how the concepts of racial capitalism and black feminist thought, when applied to class studies and popular movements, allow us to walk and chew gum at the same time—to recognize that our movements can be diverse and particularistic as well as have elements of the universal experience shared by all workers. Ultimately, it argues that class is made up of all of us, it is of ourselves, in all our contradiction and complexity." Michael B. Reagan is a historian and lecturer at the University of Washington's Robinson Center for Young Scholars and adjunct faculty at Seattle College. His writing has appeared in Spectre, Truthout, Counterpunch, Perspectives, Found SF, and the South Seattle Emerald. Episode Notes: - Learn more about Michael's work at his website: https://mbreagan.com - Purchase a copy of ‘Intersectional Class Struggle' from AK Press or Bookshop: https://bit.ly/3BPKPPG / https://bit.ly/3EO3jC7 - Read ‘Intersectional class struggle: from shared oppression to unified resistance' at ROAR Magazine: https://bit.ly/3k9iU7F - Song featured is “thedge.” by Knxwledge from the album VGM.13: https://knxwledge.bandcamp.com/album/vgm-13 WEBSITE: https://www.lastborninthewilderness.com PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/lastborninthewilderness DONATE: https://www.paypal.me/lastbornpodcast / https://venmo.com/LastBornPodcast BOOK LIST: https://bookshop.org/shop/lastbornpodcast EPISODE 300: https://lastborninthewilderness.bandcamp.com BOOK: http://bit.ly/ORBITgr ATTACK & DETHRONE: https://anchor.fm/adgodcast DROP ME A LINE: Call (208) 918-2837 or http://bit.ly/LBWfiledrop EVERYTHING ELSE: https://linktr.ee/patterns.of.behavior

This is a segment of episode 308 of Last Born In The Wilderness “Intersectional Class Struggle: To Walk & Chew Gum At The Same Time w/ Michael Beyea Reagan.” Listen to the full episode: https://www.lastborninthewilderness.com/episodes/michael-reagan Purchase a copy of ‘Intersectional Class Struggle' from AK Press or Bookshop: https://bit.ly/3BPKPPG / https://bit.ly/3EO3jC7 Michael Beyea Reagan, historian and activist, joins me to discuss his book ‘Intersectional Class Struggle: Theory and Practice,' an "innovative study [that] explores the relevance of class as a theoretical category in our world today, arguing that leading traditions of class analysis have missed major elements of what class is and how it operates." In our time of increasing wealth disparity and widespread socioeconomic precarity for the working class (dubbed the "Second Gilded Age"), how can intersectionality, as a theoretical framework and practice, help us more deeply understand and appreciate the liberatory struggles of racial, economic, and feminist movements? Reagan, through his excellent historical documentation in ‘Intersectional Class Struggle,' has provided a more nuanced, and richer, view of class consciousness that does not fit into crude boxes.  "Using a historical lens, it studies the experiences of working class peoples, from migrant farm workers in California's central valley, to the “factory girls” of New England, and black workers in the South to explore the variety of working-class experiences. It investigates how the concepts of racial capitalism and black feminist thought, when applied to class studies and popular movements, allow us to walk and chew gum at the same time—to recognize that our movements can be diverse and particularistic as well as have elements of the universal experience shared by all workers. Ultimately, it argues that class is made up of all of us, it is of ourselves, in all our contradiction and complexity." Michael B. Reagan is a historian and lecturer at the University of Washington's Robinson Center for Young Scholars and adjunct faculty at Seattle College. His writing has appeared in Spectre, Truthout, Counterpunch, Perspectives, Found SF, and the South Seattle Emerald. WEBSITE: https://www.lastborninthewilderness.com PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/lastborninthewilderness DONATE: https://www.paypal.me/lastbornpodcast / https://venmo.com/LastBornPodcast BOOK LIST: https://bookshop.org/shop/lastbornpodcast EPISODE 300: https://lastborninthewilderness.bandcamp.com BOOK: http://bit.ly/ORBITgr ATTACK & DETHRONE: https://anchor.fm/adgodcast DROP ME A LINE: Call (208) 918-2837 or http://bit.ly/LBWfiledrop EVERYTHING ELSE: https://linktr.ee/patterns.of.behavior

For more than 25 years, The Barry Robinson Center's Foster Care Program has provided quality foster care and foster parent training in Hampton Roads. Join us for this eye-opening conversation with BRC's CEO, Rob McCartney to learn more about the Barry Robinson Center and the incredible work they're doing to end childhood poverty in our community. For more information, visit fostercareaware.org

“Suffering is ubiquitous, success is not,” writes Matthew D. Kim in Preaching to People in Pain. Ironically, the content of many, if not most, sermons focuses on success more than suffering, however. Are pastors missing an opportunity to speak into the painful experiences of their church members with the hope of the gospel? And if they decide to make the most of the opportunity, how do they go about preaching to suffering people? Those are the questions I’m talking to Kim about in this episode of the Influence Podcast. I’m George P. Wood, executive editor of Influence magazine and your host. Matthew D. Kim is the George F. Bennett Professor of Preaching and Practical Theology, director of the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching, and director of Mentored Ministry at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in Hamilton, Massachusetts. He is author, most recently, of Preaching to People in Pain: How Suffering Can Shape Your Sermons and Connect with Your Congregation, published by Baker Academic. ----- This episode of the Influence Podcast is brought to you by My Healthy Church, distributors of Bible Engagement Project. Most people have access to the Bible, but few regularly engage with it. Bible Engagement Project equips churches with digital Bible study resources to help people of all ages read and understand Scripture so they can become more like Jesus and live radically changed lives. Bible Engagement Project is available in both English and Spanish. Visit BibleEngagementProject.com to learn more.

(00:00-09:13): Brian was joined for a second day by guest co-host, Steve Coble. Brian and Steve chatted about Lucas Manfredi's Fox News article, “NASA's Perseverance rover lands on Mars.” They also reacted to Rebecca Shabad's NBC News article, “'Obviously a mistake': Sen. Ted Cruz says he regrets going to Cancún while Texans froze.”     (09:13-26:56): Dr. Matthew Kim, the George F. Bennett Chair in Practical Theology,  Associate Professor of Preaching & Ministry, and Director of the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, joined Brian and Steve to chat about his books, 7 Lessons for New Pastors and Preaching to People in Pain: How Suffering Can Shape Your Sermons and Connect with Your Congregation. You can connect with Dr. Kim on Twitter at @matthewdkim   (26:56-36:32): Brian and Steve shared their thoughts on Ameen Hudson's article for The Front Porch, “Jesus and the Vulnerability of Friendship.”       (36:32-45:43) Brian and Steve chatted about the powerful PBS series, “The Black Church: This Is Our Story, This is Our Song.” They also discussed Bill Keveney's USA TODAY article, “PBS' Black church documentary celebrates hope, strength amid oppression, with plenty of music.”  (45:43-55:29): Brian and Steve commented on Peggy Drexler's CNN opinion article, “The real lesson of Adam Kinzinger's angry relatives.”    (55:29-1:06:05): Brian and Steve shared their thoughts on Elizabeth McKinney and Chris McKinney's Gospel Coalition article, “It's Never Just a Wave.”      (1:06:05-1:15:27): Brian and Steve unpacked Kate Shellnutt's Christianity Today article, “In Essentials, Unity. In Conspiracy Theories, Truth.”   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we are chatting with two incredible ladies, Lisa and Kathleen, who are both military spouses and Public Advocates for The Barry Robinson Center. The post AWTR Show #794: The Barry Robinson Center first appeared on Army Wife Network.

We're so excited to introduce you to Ashley Jackson and Kabria Hughes from The Barry Robinson Center. In this conversation we will discuss: • Therapeutic foster care • The history of the Barry Robinson Center and the services they offer • The age range for foster parents at BRC • What makes BRC different • Why foster with BRC? For more information, please visit: https://tidewaterffc.org/fcanextsteps/ Presented by Tidewater Friends of Foster Care In partnership with The Barry Robinson Center Hosted by Audra Bullock and Erin Lindstrom

Meet Rob McCartney, CEO of The Barry Robinson Center and member of the TFFC Board of Directors! In this conversation we cover: • Rob's journey into the world of foster care and adoption • More information about the Barry Robinson Center and it's programs • How The Barry Robinson Center is working to change the landscape of poverty and family vulnerability in Hampton Roads • What to do next if you're interested in becoming a volunteer or foster parent For more information, please visit: https://tidewaterffc.org/fcanextsteps/ Presented by Tidewater Friends of Foster Care In partnership with The Barry Robinson Center Hosted by Audra Bullock and Erin Lindstrom

Tuesday, October 13, 2020 ~ James Taylor, Director of the Arthur B. Robinson Center for Climate and Environmental Policy at The Heartland Institute should the government impose “planned interruptions” of power to force households to use less electricity, reducing carbon dioxide emissions? Also, a new Joe Biden ad claims there’s a crop crisis in Michigan, but is that the reality?

How can you preach to people on the margins? What does this look like on a practical level? Matt Woodley explores these questions with Patricia Batten, Associate Director of the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. She drew attention to how a preacher can overlook certain people groups, without realizing it. Pat said she often preaches to the middle, but recently felt convicted that she should expand her audience. She also shares a story about her daughter, which demonstrates her conviction that all people are made in the image of God. Check out what was referenced in this episode: Patricia Batten's book "Parenting by Faith: What Jesus Said to Parents." Rose Publishing LLC, 2019. https://www.amazon.com/Parenting-Faith-What-Jesus-Parents/dp/1628627816/

Aaron Lee speaks with Matthew D. Kim and Daniel L. Wong about their new book from Lexham Press: "Finding Our Voice: A Vision for Asian North American Preaching." Purchase the book here: https://lexhampress.com/product/183932/finding-our-voice-a-vision-for-asian-north-american-preaching "No one preaches in a cultural vacuum. The message of what God has done in Christ is good news to all, but to have the greatest impact on its hearers—or even to be understood at all—it must be culturally contextualized. Finding Our Voice speaks clearly to an issue that has largely been ignored: preaching to Asian North American (ANA) contexts. In addition to reworking hermeneutics, theology, and homiletics for these overlooked contexts, Kim and Wong include examples of culturally-specific sermons and instructive questions for contextualizing one’s own sermons. Finding Our Voice is essential reading for all who preach and teach in ANA contexts. But by examining this kind of contextualization in action, all who preach in their own unique contexts will benefit from this approach." 1. Why is it important to recognize ANA hermeneutics and theologies? 2. Why are identity, marginalization, and incarnational duality important in this particular moment in history? 3. How do you see preaching today? 4. Why is it important to exegete the congregation and the preacher? Do ANA characteristics, themes and topics change when preaching across generations? 5. How can worship leaders and preaching pastors work together for a holistic ANA service? 6. What has personally helped you develop your ANA preaching voice, what were some failures and successes in this process, and how would you encourage others to do the same? 7. Is the world ready for more mainstream ANA preachers? Aaron Lee is the Social Media Officer at FCBC Walnut. He is also a worship leader and Sunday School teacher. He is the Assistant Digital Marketer for SOLA Network. Matthew D. Kim (PhD, University of Edinburgh) is Associate Professor of Preaching and Ministry, Director of the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching, and Director of Mentored Ministry at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He is a past president of the Evangelical Homiletics Society. He served as a youth pastor, college pastor, and senior pastor in Asian American congregations. He is the author of several books, including Preaching with Cultural Intelligence. Daniel L. Wong (DMin, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) is Associate Professor of Christian Ministries at Tyndale University, Toronto. He has served for many years in English ministry in Chinese churches in Toronto. He has spoken at numerous venues in Asian and multicultural churches in Canada and in the United States. Email us your questions or conversation topics: podcast@sola.network Links: Weekly Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/sola/tgif Monthly Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/sola/newsletter Facebook: https://facebook.com/thesolanetwork Instagram: https://instagram.com/thesolanetwork YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqsoKbSYBbZZoovA24PhqAg Podcast: http://anchor.fm/solanetwork Website: https://sola.network

If you ever want to know about noteworthy or interesting moments in Arkansas' capital city, Scott Carter is your source. The Public Affairs and Creative Economy Advisor for the City of Little Rock, Carter also serves as the city's historian, a role that has allowed him to become the authority on all the good, bad and ugly of Little Rock. “We did have a mayor in the pre-Civil War days who was arrested for running a counterfeit ring while he was mayor,” Carter said. “He came here from Chicago and went back there after he got out of the state pen, so I like to say he tried to bring Chicago politics here and it didn't take.” Carter joined host Zach Parker on the latest episode of The Ghidotti Podcast to share more historical facts about Little Rock, plus a discussion on his recent speech about the Robinson Center and thoughts on the 2020 Oscars as a lifelong supporter of the arts.

Preaching and teaching God’s Word is an essential skill in pastoral ministry, whether you’re a senior pastor, youth pastor, children’s pastor, or the like. As with any skill, your preaching can improve with intentional practice. In Episode 205 of the Influence Podcast, the second podcast of the New Year, I’m talking with Matthew Kim about how to improve your preaching in 2020. I’m George P. Wood, executive editor of Influence magazine and your host. My guest is associate professor of preaching and ministry at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in South Hamilton, Massachusetts, as well as director of its Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching. He is author of A Little Book for New Preachers (IVP Academic) and Preaching with Cultural Intelligence (Baker Academic), among other books. ##### This episode of the Influence Podcast is brought to you by My Healthy Church, distributors of Balanced Budget, Balanced Life: People don’t plan on having money troubles, which is exactly the problem: they don’t plan! Rollie Dimos shows you how to make a biblically sound financial plan and stick to it. Get back the time and resources you need to stop stressing out about money, and start enjoying the balance of a truly abundant life. For more information visit BalancedBudgetBalancedLife.com. 

With over a decade of experience in financial planning, Gaetano Sacco recently brought his practice to Fountainhead Advisors to expand capabilities and services for his clients. Gaetano’s professional passion and purpose is to help people feel good about planning for their future. Gaetano maintains an intentional focus on listening to first understand a client's personal story, before providing professional advice or strategy. When working with Gaetano, he will help you to determine your goals and identify financial risks, ultimately creating a custom allocation strategy for your wealth. Collaborating with clients (and many times your tax and legal advisors), Gaetano and his team can address your broad range of financial concerns, including retirement, protection, and estate legacy planning. As a proud graduate of the Pennsylvania State University, Gaetano continues his charitable support for Penn State’s “THON”, fundraising for pediatric cancer. He believes in giving back to the community and is involved with various non-profit organizations in the tri-state area. Most recently, he joined the Board of Directors for the Robinson Center for Learning, a non-profit providing specialized behavioral therapy for children with autism. Outside of professional life, Gaetano enjoys traveling the world with his wife, Talia, & appreciating live music of all genres. Once in a blue moon, you can even see him play bass with his cover bands on stage in NYC and soon in NJ. In 2016 Gaetano and Talia moved from Jersey City to Red Bank and are in love with their new home by the shore. Learn more about Gaetano & Fountainhead Advisors at www.fountainhead-advisors.com and follow @gaetanosacco.fa & @fountainhead_advisors

Mr. James Taylor, the Director of the Arthur B. Robinson Center for Climate and Environmental Policy at The Heartland Institute joins me for a discussion on climate change. James Taylor is Director of the Arthur B. Robinson Center for Climate and Environmental Policy at The Heartland Institute. Taylor is the former managing editor (2001-2014) of Environment & Climate News, a national monthly publication devoted to sound science and free-market environmentalism. He writes a column for Forbes, which appears on the magazine’s Forbes.com website. About James Taylor: https://www.heartland.org/about-us/who-we-are/james-m-taylor

On our thirteenth episode of A.L.L. Adult Ed, join the English language learners and their teachers (Sandy, Brittany, and Katie) at our Robinson Community Learning Center site as they share what they've been learning with you. They cover topics like: Using "do" and "does"/Days of the week Current events - Global warming American culture and summer farewells Enjoy!  Happy a happy summer! Thank you to Plastic by Design for supporting this podcast!   Musical Track Credit: "Motivational" by Scott Holmes Music

In our third episode we sit down with Patricia Batten. Patricia is a pastor, Ranked Adjunct Assistant Professor of Preaching, and the Associate Director of the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. We discuss her sermon prep leading up to the delivery of her sermon “God Takes Sin Seriously” based on 2 Samuel 24. But we also dig a little deeper into the impact Haddon Robinson had on her early in her calling as a pastor, but also at the end of Haddon’s teaching ministry. She shares some great nuggets of wisdom she learned from Haddon. If you would like to read the sermon discussed in this podcast you can find it here: https://www.preachingtoday.com/sermons/sermons/2019/may/god-takes-sin-seriously.html

Are you born creative, or can you learn to be creative? Is there a relationship between creativity and intelligence? This week we sit down with Kristen Lamb, Research Associate for the Robinson Center for Young Scholars at the University of Washington - Seattle, to talk about what creativity is, what it isn't, and what we know about creativity across the lifespan.

On this episode of A.L.L. Adult Ed, join the level 3 and 4 class at Robinson Community Learning Center as they share what they've been learning with you. They cover topics like: Healthcare in the United States Current Events Measles outbreak Hijab-friendly salon African poaching crisis Grammar - past tense modals Enjoy! Thank you to Plastic by Design for supporting this podcast!   Musical Track Credit: "Motivational" by Scott Holmes Music

Sally Robinson is a civic leader and community volunteer whose contributions have shaped education, arts and culture in Charlotte and Durham. She has served on many boards, including the Charlotte Symphony, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Library, the McColl Center for Visual Arts, the Foundation For The Carolinas and Duke University. Sally was the visionary force behind the launch of the Levine Museum of the New South. She has received many awards for her service, including the Duke University Distinguished Alumni Award, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte Distinguished Service Award, the John Tyler Caldwell Award for the Humanities, the Charlotte Woman of the Year Award, and the Arts & Sciences Council Lifetime Commitment Award. Sally graduated Phi Beta Kappa with a degree in history from Duke University. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in family history, community service, connecting to ideas and possibility, and a lifelong friendship and love.   IN THIS EPISODE Sally describes her first home in Charlotte and growing up in the 1930s and 1940s. She tells a story about German POWs and chewing gum just after World War II. She remembers her father and the work he did in textile machinery. She talks about roaming the streets of downtown Charlotte in the 1940s. Sally shares her mother’s community service during the war and the example of civic leadership she established. She recalls her brothers’ heroic service during the war and the family routine of listening to the news and tracking the war effort. She discusses going to boarding school at Mary’s School in Raleigh and the influence of a particular teacher. She shares her first date with Russell Robinson and how it led to marriage. Sally talks about studying history and being a student at Duke University. She answers whether she ever felt limited as a homemaker during the 1950s. She describes how development patterns in Charlotte changed in the 1950s and 1960s. She reflects on segregation, the civil rights movement, and how her perceptions about race relations have evolved. Sally explains how her passion for civic life developed in the 1980s and 1990s and launching the Levine Museum of the New South came about. She answers whether there is a cause or issue that she might have been more involved in. She remembers the naming of the Robinson Center for Civic Leadership at the Foundation For The Carolinas in the 2000s. She shares what is on her mind today for Charlotte in the 2020s. She discusses connecting to community and her connection to Duke University. Sally answers why her marriage works so well and what’s next.  plus Mark's Personal Word Essay: Only Connect To learn more, visit On Life and Meaning

Please listen as we sit down with experienced preachers and teachers to provide brief homiletic reflections to help guide, shape, and improve your own preaching. This week, Dr. Jeffrey Arthurs considers how reflecting on scripture is the vanilla factor in spiritual growth. Thank you for listening to this podcast from the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. We have a Preaching Conference coming up in September 6-7 2018. Early Registration is available at https://npc2018.eventbrite.com.

Please listen as we sit down with experienced preachers and teachers to provide brief homiletic reflections to help guide, shape, and improve your own preaching. This week, Dr. Jeffrey Arthurs considers how reflecting on scripture is the vanilla factor in spiritual growth. Thank you for listening to this podcast from the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. We have a Preaching Conference coming up in September 6-7 2018. Early Registration is available at https://npc2018.eventbrite.com.

Please listen as we sit down with experienced preachers and teachers to provide brief homiletic reflections to help guide, shape, and improve your own preaching. This week, Drs. Matthew Kim, and Scott Gibson explain how people want to see a sermon before they hear one. Thank you for listening to this podcast from the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. We have a Preaching Conference coming up in September 6-7 2018. Early Registration is available at https://npc2018.eventbrite.com.

Please listen as we sit down with experienced preachers and teachers to provide brief homiletic reflections to help guide, shape, and improve your own preaching. This week, Drs. Matthew Kim, and Scott Gibson explain how people want to see a sermon before they hear one. Thank you for listening to this podcast from the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. We have a Preaching Conference coming up in September 6-7 2018. Early Registration is available at https://npc2018.eventbrite.com.

This week Drs. Matthew Kim, and Scott Gibson discuss preaching for length of hearing and not for length of speaking. Thanks, listeners. And thank you for listening to this weekly podcast from the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. We have our biennial Preaching conference coming up in September 6-7 2018. Early Registration is available at https://npc2018.eventbrite.com. We hope you can join us as we have renowned guest speakers Ravi Zacharias, Mark Dever, Mary Hulst, Jared Alcantara, Afshin Ziafat, Calvin Woosung Choi, and Mark Farnham.

This week Drs. Matthew Kim, and Scott Gibson discuss preaching for length of hearing and not for length of speaking. Thanks, listeners. And thank you for listening to this weekly podcast from the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. We have our biennial Preaching conference coming up in September 6-7 2018. Early Registration is available at https://npc2018.eventbrite.com. We hope you can join us as we have renowned guest speakers Ravi Zacharias, Mark Dever, Mary Hulst, Jared Alcantara, Afshin Ziafat, Calvin Woosung Choi, and Mark Farnham.