The Boom Clap Podcast

This conversation is all about answering your questions about the Christian faith, Christians, and the church! Bringing his unique perspective as a Canadian who re-located to the USA in 2021, Mark Clark takes the questions you submitted. Starting off with a comparison of culture (both church culture and the broader culture) in the USA and Canada, we then jump into your questions. Questions like th...

Investors with trillions of dollars and nothing to do with farming could end up controlling how food is produced start, to finish. More Bill Gates shenanigans... the guy will develop a vaccine for absolutely everything. Is oil actually a finite resource? Everything we have currently was developed from resources we've always had... think about it and more from White Oak Pastures. This final epi...

Today we talk to the owners of 2 dairy farms - a raw milk micro dairy in Tennessee & an organic dairy farmer and cheese processor in BC, Canada. We invited a conventional dairy farmer to add perspective, but they declined. There’s a lot of buzz on the internet about raw milk but that’s not the whole story. We explain pasteurization, homogenization, nutritional value, how cows are fed & we discuss...

You’ve likely heard that Bill Gates is the largest farmland owner in the USA. That creates a lot of buzz and, quite frankly, it scares people. But that’s usually where the conversation ends. In this episode, we cover the barriers to people actually farming the land and hanging onto it. Today we talk to Natasha Cox, the regional Vice President of farm Credit mid-America, Rita’s husband, Levi Rogers...

Today we talk to the Bill Bullard - the CEO of R-Calf. R-CALF USA is the largest producer-only membership-based organization that exclusively represents U.S. cattle and sheep producers on domestic and international trade and marketing issues and Rich Brazil a long-time large animal veterinarian.  We cover what’s in your food: Is it safe? Is the information even available for you to make that deter...

We’re taking you deep into the complicated world of your food supply. Whether it’s a steak, salad or slice of bread… there’s a lot happening in the process of getting what you eat to your table and you should know about it.  Regenerative farming is a catching phrase. It sounds wonderful but what does it mean? And walked out, what does it actually look like for both farmers and consumers? In this o...

This is a Q&A episode! Boom Clap turned 3 years old, and we love to celebrate these milestones by answering your questions. As always- great questions came in. Lots of questions, including nutrition, homeschool, homeopathy, staying young, Eastern Orthodoxy and denominations, AND a massive update about the future direction of the podcast is at the end of the episode! We can’t wait for another aweso...

4 years ago, the world turned upside down… and it hasn’t really righted itself. We take a walk down memory lane and reminisce about some of the absolute CRAZINESS that happened over the course of “the Covid era.” Covid policy is still impacting people, as you’ll hear in this episode. We welcome back guest, Elizabeth Liu, and she tells us about the latest battle they’re fighting… no longer from Chi...

With 20 years of military experience, 3 years in the CIA and now the CEO of Fieldcraft Survival, Mike was exactly the right person to talk to about supporting the military while remaining realistic about the state of politics and forever wars. We also talk about raising boys to be men, what being a man even means, and, of course- PREPAREDNESS. GUEST: Mike Glover https://www.youtube.com/@MikeGlover...

In this episode, we’re joined by Jessica Sowards of Roots and Refuge. This is a must-listen episode. There is something for EVERYONE in this and so much gospel truth and encouragement. We talked about big dreaming with your spouse, and what it’s like having a platform as a Christian. We talked about surrender and God’s plans always being superior to ours. And THEN, we talked about gardening, being...

We’re chatting with Melissa Kupsch of Remedy Collective, known as @thathomeopath on Instagram. While homeopathy might be a bit unknown for us prior to this conversation, I believe we can all agree that we need alternatives to the sick care system most people are trying to function in. Melissa tells us the personal reason she got started in homeopathy, the foundation of what it is, and how she’s he...

Are our human desires too strong? Or too weak? Are the things that feel like drudgery able to turn into something that we love and find satisfaction in? What is the ultimate reward we are seeking, and are we getting distracted by the things that are just pointers to that ultimate reward? Why do we all desire to be praised? You may be relieved to hear that that desire stems from something much more...

It’s a familiar story, industry lobbies government to put profits ahead of safety. Though we know lead is not safe it can still be found in our dishes, cookwear, kids toys, the soil … everywhere. Tamara Rubin the creator of the documentary misLEAD and face behind the popular, informative site leadsafemama.com sat down with Rita to discuss. Tamara’s family was lead poisoned. Listen as she educates...

Founded in 2019, Stand for Health Freedom has become a force for change. Founder Leah Wilson joins Rita to discuss: injustices foster children face due to the ‘one size fits all’ American healthcare system, the climate agenda and health freedom are not separate issues, HIPPA doesn’t really protect you from sharing health information, blood transfusion legislation & why voting is actually important...

This is the first episode we’ve recorded together in 2024. We’re talking Trump’s interesting marketing, and a “pin-up” calendar for conservative dads has us wanting to remind everyone that conservative is not a synonym for Christian. All that is after we fill you in on our Christmas, some misadventures involving paint, and a reflection on how sabbath is made for man, not man for the sabbath. LINKS...

We’re joined in this episode by pastor Shawn Vandop of Main Street Church. We throw lots of stuff at him- how everyone, regardless of religion has an end times belief, we talk about a Russell Brand/Brett Weinstein conversation on morality and evolution, and we learn from him about how to boldly stand firm in a hostile world. This is a great episode to listen to as you start off your New Year by wi...

PERSPECTIVE. Today we’re hearing from 2 amazing women, representing 2 amazing families. Meagan Chisholm is sharing her family’s story of heartache, hope and perseverance. Her twins were in a drowning accident and Levi is on a long healing journey. She also shares about their daughter Charley and her challenges with her genetic syndrome, 22Q. We also hear from Brooke, who is advocating for her own...

This is the second last episode of 2023! Rita and Cecily cover the gamut on this one. From cold plunge debates, Joe Rogan sound bites, reflecting on the fleeting nature of our earthly existence, to predictions for 2024… we hit it all. https://prettylittlelightcandleco.com/pages/faqs https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cy6D0ZnrLQM/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ== WEBSITE: https://theboomclappodcast.square.site...

We sit down with Jess Collier to discuss motherhood, homeschool and values. Even if you are not homeschooling your children, there is wisdom to be gleaned regarding what we prioritize and how to do it. GUEST: Jess Collier of Silo and Sage https://instagram.com/siloandsage?igshid=NGVhN2U2NjQ0Yg== https://siloandsage.com/ SPONSORS: Pretty Little Light Candle co. offers beautiful, non-toxic candles....

Many think we’re heading for a revolution but the truth is, as Rachel points out, we’re in it deep already. The massive cultural shift and erosion of our moral foundation IS the revolution… what we need is an effective counter-revolution. Listen as we discuss the (already well underway) revolution, read some historical context defining revolution, and think through how the ever push towards blendi...

This episode is about the state of affairs on reserves and reservations in the USA and Canada. We talk with Naomi Schaefer Riley about her book, The New Trail of Tears, and about the reality that Native Americans and indigenous people have the highest addiction, suicide, abuse and poverty rates of any racial group in America. She details how property rights, autonomy, and equal legal protection co...

We are not meant to live with too much STUFF. The holidays can be especially difficult if we’re allowing peace and joy to be stolen by a chaotic home. Diane Boden of Minimalist Moms Podcast talks us through managing expectations (your own, your kids, your family), and being choosy with what we allow in our homes, while also operating from a place of gratitude. GUEST: Diane Boden, Minimalist Moms P...

We’re talking to Jill Rowe about her personal diagnosis and story of breast cancer. We talk prevention, integrative treatment, and the BUSINESS (and corruption) of cancer, medicine and “awareness.” Conversely, Jill describes the faithfulness of God and His gentle guidance as she walked through such difficulty. GUEST: Jill Rowe, Founder of Rowe Casa https://www.rowecasaorganics.com/?sca_ref=3468709...

In this episode, we are joined by Rita’s pastor, Ken, who gives us a “brief yet thorough” history of this region. He goes all the way back to the time of Abraham and works his way up to this present moment.

This was a tough episode to record. We talk about the Israel/Palestine war, and more specifically, the commentary that is happening surrounding it. Not an easy conversation to be had, but one that needs to be had. We will be releasing a BONUS episode regarding the history of this region and people groups this week as well, so be on the lookout for that! We anchor this episode in James 4 and focus...