Best Geoff Stevens Podcasts (2025)

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How I Lead as BYU Women’s Soccer Coach | An Interview with Jennifer Rockwood

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Jennifer Rockwood is the first and only head coach for the Brigham Young University women’s soccer team, a position she has held since 1989 after graduating from BYU. Her teams have over 450 wins and made the NCAA tournament 25 times in 31 years. She talks about her career path and the leadership principles she has relied upon in leading young adul…

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Why Science Funding Matters with Kathleen Sebelius_e.68 46:01

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Kathleen Sebelius has led a career defined by public impact—first as Governor of Kansas and then as U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, where she helped steer one of the most significant healthcare reforms in American history. In this episode of Lab Rats to Unicorns, Sebelius unpacks the leadership lessons she’s learned across government a…

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Why I Called 3 Relief Society Counselors | A How I Lead Interview with Amy Jo Schenewark 29:23

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Amy Jo Schenewark holds a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Development and Training from Brigham Young University. She works as a 911 dispatcher and training officer. Amy has served as a ward Relief Society, Young Women, and Primary president, as a Seminary teacher, nursery leader, activity director, and counselor in stake Primary and Relief So…

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Dionissi Aliprantis on Segregation and Neighborhood Effects 41:53

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Decades after the end of Jim Crow, residential segregation remains a major factor in American life. The historical causes of this are well-known; less so are the ongoing forces that maintain segregation, despite progress made in other areas. For example, why do so many more high-income Black households live in low-income neighborhoods when compared…

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When a Latter-day Saint Has an Affair | An Interview with Rick Reynolds 1:01:15

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Rick Reynolds is one of America’s foremost authorities helping individuals and couples struggling with affairs and compulsive sexual behaviors, with over 30 years of experience and insight. He holds a master’s degree in Social Work and is a clinical member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. Rick’s company, Affair Recover…

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Is Your Mindset Limiting Your Leadership? | An Interview with Ryan Gottfredson 1:17:35

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This is a rebroadcast. The episode originally ran in April 2020. Ryan Gottfredson, Ph.D. is a cutting-edge leadership development author, researcher, and consultant. He helps organizations vertically develop their leaders primarily through a focus on mindsets. Ryan is the Wall Street Journal and USA Today best-selling author of Success Mindsets: Th…

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Connecting Authentically with Youth | An Interview with Braeden Jensen 55:51

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Braeden Jensen is a Mental Health Counselor and previously worked as a full-time Seminary teacher. Spending seven years in a high school classroom opened his eyes to a number of things. It changed his ability to listen and sharpened his aptitude for empathy. The more he sat with and listened to students, the more he saw and felt how many people are…

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Building Biotech at the Interface: Geoff Duyk on Genomics, Platforms, and Grove Biopharma_e.67 1:23:34

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In this episode of Lab Rats to Unicorns, host John Flavin speaks with Dr. Geoff Duyk, co-founder and CEO of Grove Biopharma. Geoff brings over 35 years of experience across academia, biotech leadership, and venture capital. From his early work in human genetics at UCSF to co-founding Millennium Pharmaceuticals and leading R&D at Exelixis, Geoff unp…

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Bringing the Hard Questions to Relief Society | A How I Lead Interview with Kristy Wheelwright Taylor 46:51

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Kristy Wheelwright Taylor serves as the board secretary for the Wilford Woodruff Papers Foundation and helps with transcription and writing on the Wilford Woodruff Papers Project. Her book, Prepare Me for Thy Use: Lessons from Wilford Woodruff’s Mission Years, will be published on May 12 by Deseret Book and BYU’s Religious Studies Center. Kristy ha…

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Scott Page on Complex Systems Thinking and Diversity 55:42

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Traditional economic models often rely on tidy assumptions: rational agents, stable equilibria, linear relationships and so on. But those models can struggle to capture the messy reality of actual systems. Societies are constantly evolving. Assumptions can shift. And isolating the variables that underlie such changes can be daunting. Scott Page is …

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The Science of Pornography Use | An Interview with Brian Willoughby 1:01:30

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Brian J. Willoughby, Ph.D. is a professor in the School of Family Life at Brigham Young University and a research fellow at The Wheatley Institute. He received a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from BYU and masters and doctoral degrees in Family Social Science from the University of Minnesota. Brian’s research generally focuses on how adolescents, …

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Atlanta Rising: Science, Innovation, and the Future of Biotech with Steven Goudy and Ashley Cornelison_e.66 51:48

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In this episode of Lab Rats to Unicorns, we sit down with two powerhouse leaders advancing the life sciences movement in Atlanta: Dr. Steven Goudy, a pediatric otolaryngologist at Emory University and founder/CEO of Oridivus, and Ashley Cornelison, Executive Director of Portal Innovations Atlanta and a longtime champion of biotech startups in the S…

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How I Lead “High Adventure” Experiences with Youth | An Interview with Ned McArthur 51:53

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Ned McArthur is a fellow of the International Board of Functional Neurology, was in private practice as a chiropractor in Orem, Utah, for 25 years, and now works with Integrated Pain Specialists, a multidisciplinary pain clinic in South Jordan, Utah. He served a mission in Dallas, Texas, and has served in the Church as an elders quorum president, w…

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Being in the World But Not Of the World | An Interview with John Eldredge 53:04

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John Eldredge is a New York Times bestselling author, counselor, and teacher who has inspired millions to go deeper in their relationship with Jesus. He is also president of Wild at Heart, a ministry devoted to helping people discover the heart of God, recover their own hearts in God’s love, and learn to live in God’s kingdom. John and his wife, St…

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Our Town, Meet the Producer, Julie Stevens 31:14

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Julie Stevens shares her extensive background in theater, revealing her journey as both an actress and producer. She discusses her roles as a board member at Deerfield Theater and her return to acting after a 20-year hiatus, during which she built a successful career in senior living. Julie highlights her contributions to the local theater scene, h…

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3 Types of Elders Who Attend Quorum Meeting | A How I Lead Interview with Adam Broderick 57:17

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Adam Broderick served a mission in Kyiv, Ukraine. He went on to earn a PhD in Chemical Engineering, and is a devoted husband and father of four. Adam was recently released as an elders quorum president, has previously served as a counselor in the bishopric, ward mission leader, and stake Young Men counselor, and has just been called as stake Sunday…

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Our Town, Meet the Cast: Sarah Canon 26:35

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Sarah Canon is an experienced performer and choreographer deeply involved with Deerfield Theater. Sarah, who has been both on stage and behind the scenes, discusses her notable roles and contributions, including performing in "Annie" and choreographing productions like "Beauty and the Beast" and "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." She shares her e…

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Daniel Aldana Cohen on the Climate and Housing Crises 40:21

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The United States doesn’t have enough affordable housing. It has also failed to adequately address the climate crisis. These statements may not appear connected in any obvious way, but addressing one crisis inevitably leads to questions about the other. How do we build millions of new homes without leaving a massive carbon footprint? Perhaps one an…

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Why Your Elders Quorum Needs Round Tables | An Interview from Salty Saints 35:38

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What if your elders quorum could be completely transformed? One elders quorum president has a bold new vision that could reshape Latter-day Saint priesthood meetings, service efforts, and quorum unity. Hayden Holm, co-host of Salty Saints, and guest Daniel Ockey—an Elders Quorum president from Charlotte, North Carolina—shares an innovative approach…

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Toxic Perfectionism at Church | An Interview with Justin Dyer 51:30

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Justin Dyer received BA in Marriage and Family from Brigham Young University and a Master's and Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He also has expertise in statistics. Justin is a professor of religion at BYU, teaching religion and family classes, and focuses his research on religion a…

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Putting Jesus at the Center of Your Ward | An Interview with David Butler 1:08:48

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This is a rebroadcast. The episode originally ran in July 2020.David Butler is a religious educator at Utah Valley University. He also cohosts the popular YouTube scripture study channel Don't Miss This and is the author of many religious books, including Almighty: How the Most Powerful Being in the Universe Is Also Your Loving Father, Redeemer: Wh…

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Our Town, Meet the Cast: Geoff Isaac 23:28

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Geoff Isaac will be performing the role of the stage manager in the play, Our Town. Isaac discusses his extensive background in theater, his thoughts on the significance of Our Town as one of America’s greatest plays, and the unique role of the stage manager who narrates and guides the audience through the story. Isaac shares his thoughts on the be…

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Peter Boettke on Classical Liberalism’s Moral Philosophy 47:21

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Economists are often accused of practicing a “dismal science,” a discipline defined by the sober measurement of humanity’s limits: scarcity, zero-sum propositions, and inequality. But the old stereotype overlooks a more hopeful side of the science, one in which economists resemble moral philosophers. Peter Boettke is among the foremost scholars of …

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The Temple is a Jesus Place | An Interview with Gary Miller 53:24

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Gary Miller is the host of the "Hope In Him Today" and "Outside The Lane" podcasts. Before joining The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he served as an independent fundamental Baptist pastor. He spent 11 years in the United States Air Force, dividing his time between critical care medicine and professional development training as a mast…

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Our Town, Meet the Cast: Chucks Quinn III & IV 24:25

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Chuck Quinn III and Chuck Quinn IV, a father and son duo, are performing together in Deerfield Theater’s upcoming production of Our Town. They share their unique experiences of working together on stage, the deep bond it forms, and how their real-life relationship influences their portrayal of their characters in the play, and vice versa. They refl…

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Gathering African Saints to the Temple | A How I Lead Interview with Brenda Angle 49:37

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Help Tanzanians get to the Kenya Temple Open House. DONATE HERE to support the Nairobi Temple Open House Trip.Brenda Angle has served as a Young Women president, Primary president, stake and ward Relief Society president, stake camp director, and as a service missionary teaching study skills at the Provo Missionary Training Center. She is an author…

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Redefining Oncology through Empathetic AI with Anant Madabhushi 48:17

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In this episode of Lab Rats to Unicorns, we delve into the groundbreaking work of Dr. Anant Madabhushi, a distinguished professor at Emory University and a driving force in the application of artificial intelligence to healthcare. As the founder and executive director of the Emory Empathetic AI for Health Institute and the founder of Picture Health…

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Our Town, Meet the Cast: Ryan Bond 27:57

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Ryan Bond, an experienced performer and executive producer, discusses his journey from stage production to acting, highlighting his extensive background in digital marketing, software, and game development. Ryan shares his joy in expanding his theatrical footprint in the Chicagoland area, particularly with Deerfield Theater's production of Our Town…

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How I Lead as a Jewish Rabbi in Utah | An Interview with Rabbi Chaim Zippel 52:55

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Rabbi Chaim Zippel was born and raised in nearby Salt Lake City, and is the first-Utah born Chabad Rabbi. He attended Yeshivas in California and New York, and has extensive experience in outreach work and youth programming all over the country. Rabbi Chaim & Esty Zippel moved to Lehi, Utah in 2022 to launch Chabad of Utah County. Chabad of Utah Cou…

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Our Town, Meet the Dramaturg: Dana Pepowski 24:39

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Dana Pepowski, a dramaturg and arts administrator, joins the Deerfield Theater Podcast to discuss her role in the upcoming production of Our Town. Dana, a Northwestern graduate who has worked as an artist in Chicago, elaborates on the duties of a dramaturg, which range from providing historical context to facilitating audience engagement through lo…

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How I Lead in the Seoul Korea Military District | An Interview with Jon Holdaway 1:09:26

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Jon Holdaway was born and raised in Pleasant Grove, Utah. He served in the Korea Seoul Mission, where he met Sister Juliette Landsem. They have two children. Jon graduated from Brigham Young University and BYU Law, and served in the Utah Army National Guard. He later became an Army JAG officer with assignments including Charlottesville, Virginia, F…

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Our Town, Meet the Director: Dan Taube 29:35

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Dan Taube, the Director of the Deerfield Theater’s upcoming production of Our Town, shares his extensive experience in theater, spanning from acting to directing and playwriting. He discusses his journey, which began at age 12, evolving through education at NYU and DePaul, and his varied career in community and professional theater. Dan highlights …

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The Age of Unpredictable and Precarious Work, featuring Jake Rosenfeld and Daniel Schneider 1:05:48

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For tens of millions of Americans, working life is characterized by uncertainty and limited recourse. Hours can be plentiful one week and fleeting the next, and often unpredictable, with shifts arranged on short notice, at odd hours, or canceled just as erratically. The prevalence of at-will employment amplifies this insecurity, as the threat of jo…

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Fellowshipping Men in Elders Quorum | An Interview with Frank Schwartz 1:02:30

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Frank Schwartz is a husband—for nearly 24 years—and a father of three girls. He was recently released from his elders quorum presidency and has served in several bishoprics, elders quorum presidencies, high councils, high priest group leaderships and Young Men presidencies (back when those were a thing), and a variety of other callings over the yea…

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Our Town, Meet the Cast: Susie Mason 21:13

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Susie Mason, co-president of the Deerfield Theater board, shares her deep connection with the theater and her journey with Theater D’s latest production, Our Town. Initially skeptical about the choice of the play, Susie found herself falling in love with it during her research, appreciating its profound message about cherishing everyday moments. He…

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How I Lead as Young Women President | An Interview with Courtney Bush 46:27

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Courtney Bush lives in the Utah Area, married her high school sweetheart, and together they have two kids. She graduated from Brigham Young University in Early Childhood Education and has a deep love for teaching and helping children. During her time teaching, some of her accomplishments included the Golden Apple Award and KSL Teacher Feature. Cour…

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What Do Men Need From Elders Quorum? | An Interview with Mark Bell

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Mark Bell has over 20 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and has trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). Mark specializes in helping couples navigate relational and emotional intimacy challenges and much of his work is wi…

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When Church is a Burden | An Interview with Andrea Lystrup 55:32

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This is a rebroadcast. The episode originally ran in July 2021.Andrea Lystrup is a licensed marriage and family therapist and owns a private practice—Andrea Lystrup Therapy—in Tucson, Arizona. She received her master’s degree from the University of Maryland in Couple and Family Therapy. She specializes in marriage therapy, particularly working with…

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Improving Patient Care with Anh Nguyen _ e.064 48:52

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Dr. Anh Nguyen has built a career at the intersection of medicine, biotechnology, and public policy, bringing a unique perspective on how scientific innovation translates into real-world impact. As the co-founder and CEO of Alnair Therapeutics, Anh is leading the development of a novel drug delivery platform designed to transform cancer treatment, …

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Advances and Obstacles in Gender Inequality, Featuring Martha Bailey and Natasha Quadlin 1:08:08

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Sixty years ago, equal pay laws, the women’s movement, and widespread access to contraception ushered in a new era, transforming the lives of American women. In the years since, women’s place in higher education, the labor market, and wider society has dramatically expanded. American women live with the legacy of that progress yet remain hemmed in …

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Reaching the Hearts of Women 56:12

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This podcast is a group discussion about the Heart of a Woman retreat, a 3-day intensive experience for women of faith. The retreat provides a space for women to connect with God, other women, and themselves. It includes presentations, time for reflection, and opportunities for prayer and worship. The guests discuss their own experiences with the r…

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What Does a Church Leadership Training Meeting Look Like? | A How I Lead Interview with Matt Bardsley and Kimberly Perkins 41:40

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Matt Bardsley grew up in Montana, and after a mission to New Jersey moved to Utah to go to school and has been there ever since. He has a bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University in Sociology and a master’s degree from Utah State University in Education. He has been a seminary teacher for 19 years, 12 of those serving as a local faculty prin…

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What I Learned from Traveling with an Apostle | An Interview with Parker Walbeck 1:02:14

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Parker Walbeck shares his journey as a millennial content creator who aims to engage both younger and older audiences with gospel messages through short, impactful videos. He emphasizes the significance of sharing simple, foundational doctrines and the power of personal testimony, noting that even small acts of sharing can have a profound impact on…

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Our Town Tickets Discount Code Promotion 0:47

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Fans and friends of family theater from all over, but especially Deerfield, we have a special announcement for you on a ticket discount promotion for the upcoming show: Our Town! From February 14th to February 20th, if you use the discount code, VALDAY5, you will receive $5 off your ticket. So get that $5 off and get your ticket to see Our Town per…

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Getting the Youth to Do Hard Things | A How I Lead Interview with Tanner Pursley 41:52

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Tanner Pursley was born and raised in Thatcher, Arizona. He served his mission in Recife, Brasil, and graduated from BYU-Idaho where he married his sweetheart Nicole. He got his Masters Degree in School Counseling from Northern Arizona University. Tanner has over six years of EFY experience and another five working as a wrangler for troubled teenag…

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Lauren Rivera on Meritocracy and Its Failings 53:04

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In the United States, meritocracy looms large. Proponents argue that one should earn wealth and prestige through hard work, intelligence, and ability. However, any defender of meritocracy should contend with its shortcomings. Lauren Rivera is the Peter G. Peterson Chair in Corporate Ethics at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School, and the author…

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Addicts Have a Savior and It Isn’t You | An Interview with Emily and Danny Deaton 54:54

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Danny and Emily Deaton are the founders of Living Proof Recovery Services, a company dedicated to supporting individuals and families who are navigating addiction with a loved one. They carry degrees from rival schools, the University of Utah and Brigham Young University but found common ground in their love for Jesus and the Utah Jazz. They have b…

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“God Did Not Call You So He Can Deplete You” | A How I Lead Interview with Jodi Atkinson

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Jodi Atkinson was born and raised in Utah, and has lived all over the state. She went to college at Utah Tech University in St. George, Utah, and graduated with an Associates Degree in Science. That was where she met and married her husband, Brian. She then took on her next greatest educational experience as the mother of five children. The family …

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A Valid Path for LGBTQ Latter-day Saints | An Interview with Skyler Sorensen 52:47

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Skyler Sorensen grew up in St. George, Utah as the fourth of eight children. He is an active Latter-day Saint who experiences same-sex attraction. He and his wife, Amanda, were married in the Provo, Utah temple in 2018. He graduated from Brigham Young University with a bachelor’s in Media Arts and currently works with the team at Scripture Central.…

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Unhealthy Ways We Seek Validation As Leaders | An Interview with Tony Overbay 1:19:59

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This is a rebroadcast. The episode originally ran in February 2020.Tony Overbay is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a Certified Mindful Habit Coach, and the host of two award-winning mental health podcasts, “The Virtual Couch” and “Waking Up to Narcissism.” Tony also co-hosts “Love, ADHD” with author Julie Lee, where they share their exper…

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