Conversations About Life

Chris Becker has been a pro photographer, a leader and speaker among photographers, and is now a fat loss coach. We talk about his philosophy of life and his optimism. Chris’ website is www.thebecker.com Chris Becker

Ed is an apologist and connected to Engage 360 Ministries ( www.e360m.org ).  We talk about common informal fallacies and arguing graciously in a profitable way. Ed Bowen  

Ethan was seeking for a long time with psychedelics, religions and philosophies.  After reading C.S. Lewis’ “Mere Christianity” he didn’t want to dismiss Christianity’s audacious claims without praying to God that if they were true, God would show him.  Ethan didn’t think they could possibly be true, but then he came to find out that they were. Ethan

Elias has a background in the Christian Science faith.  We talk about what Christian Science is and how it compares with historic Christianity. Elias

Hank tried to distract himself from childhood pain with drugs and alcohol.  He also suffered from some major health setbacks.  He has more recently been dealing with his past and is moving forward. Hank

Tehilla Aloni is from Israel, a business woman, a business consultant, mom, former military boot camp instructor and judo champion.  We talk about her Jewish practice, what she values in life, and how as a boot camp instructor she transitioned to helping others achieve their goals. Tehilla’s website www.bio4biz.com Tehilla Aloni

Adam is a novelist and a writing educator.  We talk about the power of stories, myths, character or theme or plot based stories, and getting feedback on our stories. Adam Sydney

Brendan is assistant director of personal training and personal trainer at Xist in Arnold, MO.  We talk about fitness and how Brendan finds meaning in his life. Brendan Welch

Herman is 75.  We talk about his time in the Vietnam war, living as a farmer, marriage late in life, and then changing from Roman Catholicism to Protestant Christianity. Herman

Alex and Joel discuss global warming, or climate change.  Is it a serious concern?  What should we do?  Alex and Joel both come from a Christian world view, so the discussion is framed around what a Christian’s attitude should be. Alex and Joel

Rabbi Ze’ev Smason and I talk about Orthodox Judaism and how it differs from Christianity. You can learn more about Rabbi Ze’ev Smason’s work with Coalition for Jewish Values at coalitionforjewishvalues.org/ Rabbi Ze’ev Smason

James grew up in Peru and then spend most of his working life in Bolivia.  We talk about their cultures and how it differs from the US. James  

Michael Flournoy grew up in the Latter-Day Saints Church, was a Mormon missionary, and then became a Mormon apologist before leaving the Latter Day Saints church for Evangelical Christianity.  We talk about that experience, how Evangelical Christianity differs from Mormonism, and how to make the best of opportunities to talk with people, especially missionaries, who are Latter-Day Saints. I referr...

Dan John is an All-American discus thrower and had competed at the highest levels of Olympic lifting, Highland Games, and also holds the American record in the Weight Pentathlon.  Dan now gives workshops around the world, writes books and hosts The Dan John Podcast. Dan’s website, where you can get his workouts, is at danjohnuniversity.com/ Dan John

This conversation is with Sean Maney of First Light, a St. Louis based ministry that is dedicated to sexual integrity and helping people live a life according to God’s standards on sexuality.  We start off the conversation talking about the same sex attraction in the church, the idea of identifying as a celebrate gay Christian, and then move on to talk about the broader issue that First Ligh...

Heather has recently experienced 17 years of sobriety.  She talks about addiction to alcohol, an experience with God, treatment, relationships, truth, routines and her Roman Catholic faith. Heather

Jerry Williams founded the Christian band, Harvest.  We talk about his conversion to Christianity, his Love for God, and relationships. Harvest Album Cover – “Voices” The Harvest – Jerry Williams Fans Facebook page is at www.facebook.com/groups/42445833948/ Jerry’s ministry website is at www.epicministries.org/ You may support the podcast at https://www.patreon.com/Co...

Cynthia is a traveling pediatrician who enjoys traveling adventure and lives on an ocean going sail boat with her partner, Skip, when she is not working. We talk about where she has lived and work, our healthcare system, families, and what Cynthia does for her own mental and physical well being. Cynthia

Mariana is a wife, mom, photograph and creative non-fiction writer. And she desires to know the heart of God. Mariana talks about her love of Jesus, experience with him, and desire for him. Mariana’s website – www.kismisinkblog.com Mariana

Dick was raised in a Christian tradition but it didn’t become personal in his life until his 20’s, and then it became the most important thing.  Dick has studied the Bible, but his life upon what he’s found there, and now teaches the Bible to others as well. Dick  

Glenn Kaiser led the Christian rock band Resurrection Band and has since been a part of the Glenn Kaiser Band and solo work.  We talk about Glenn’s conversion to Christianity, relationships and unmerited favor. Glenn Kaiser at Cornerstone Festival in 2004

Ryan is optimistic about his future and full of ambition and hope.  He’s also a world traveler and enjoys a broader cultural understanding that comes from traveling and living abroad. Ryan Horn

Steve is a retired businessman who is currently involved in prison ministry and discipleship groups.  Steve talks about growing as a Christian through life. Steve

Read Wall is a physical therapist and kung fu instructor, also a husband and father.  We talk about what God is most interested in when it comes to us, and the importance of dedication to reality.

Kevin found in the Bible what registered as truth to him.  We talk about that and his experience with it. Kevin