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Music is a universal language.  It spans cultures and eras and has the power to bring people together or divide them.  It is a thing of beauty and a gift that echoes creation.  And music is also at the heart of today’s episode. 

Jeffrey Tedford has lived a life that revolves around music.  He began playing the violin at the age of 4, and studied music at the undergraduate, graduate and PhD levels.  Now he runs the entire music department at Grove City College, where he was an undergrad and now helps raise up the next generation of musical leaders for the church and for the world. 

Join Tom, Nate and Jeff as we discuss his life, and the beautiful thread music has woven through it. 

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There are stories that whose enduring messages of hope, renewal, and redemption transcend time and space. Stories like Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings and Lewis’s the Chronicles of Narnia. And today’s guest is an expert on both men and the times and battles that shaped them into the culture creators we know and love. 

Joseph Loconte is the author of the book A Hobbit, a Wardrobe, and a Great War: How J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis Rediscovered Faith, Friendship, and Heroism in the Cataclysm of 1914-1918. He just finished a stint as a guest lecturer at Grove City College and today’s episode he joined Tom and Nate to discuss Tolkien, Lewis and Loconte. So join Tom, Nate and Joseph for an adventure through the Great War and into Joe’s own life and Christian formation.

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Imagine having to hand your child to a surgeon for open heart surgery at only 16 months old? Now imagine that same child growing up to help countless other infants heal from the same affliction years later. That’s the story we’re bringing to you today.

Dr. David Hoganson was born with a rare heart defect, and if it wasn’t for the life saving surgery he received at 16 months old he wouldn’t be here telling his story today. But that is only the beginning. Join Tom, Nate and David as they discover the paths the Lord lead him on to go from the child in need of healing, to the hands that have healed many. 

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Adoption is a contentious topic in the world today. And for this episode we have the privilege of sharing a story about a child of adoption, who grew up to be a pastor with a unique view on the doctrine of adoption. 

Kevin Haley has been a United Methodist pastor for more than 40 years. He’s a father, husband, Grove City College graduate, and the son of both a loving pair of adoptive parents, and a 17-year-old woman who was brave enough to have him and put him up for adoption. 

Join Tom, Kevin and Kate as we discuss his life, faith and journey through discovering what adoption means in both the physical and spiritual realms. Welcome back to the Scattered Seeds Podcast, where every life has a story. 

Grove City College has been our generous sponsor for four years. And in turn, we support their mission in offering its students a Christian liberal arts education – and continuing its preeminent position as place where faith and freedom matter. Listen for more information from Grove City at the close of today’s show.

Ancient Artifacts, archaeological digs, and a college professor, put together, that sounds like something straight out of Hollywood. And today’s guest, Dr. Mark Graham is remarkable. He teaches in the history department at Grove City College, has worked multiple summers in digs at Carthage, Tunisia and Sardinia, Italy, and he has told us that he doesn’t own a fedora.

So join Tom, Nate and Dr. Graham as they explore his faith journey from a fighting fundamentalist to a reformed presbyterian and how he found himself in the world of antiquities and archeology.

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Ken welcomes long-time friend of the podcast, Dr. Theon Hill. Dr. Hill is a professor at Wheaton College, an Aspen Civil Society Fellow and emerging social intellectual. The two reminisce over the first episode of the BWM podcast where Dr. Hill was Ken's very first guest. Then, they have a lively reaction to the Grove City College report that condemns Critical Race Theory and disassociates from chapel speaker, Dr. Jemar Tisbey. Dr. Hill expresses his weariness over invitations to debate the realities of racism in America - he's done with those fruitless conversations. Theon explains the engagement of Dr. Martin Luther King, Bell Hooks, Margaret Thatcher and others to explore values and ventures that lead to the common good in local communities. He has developed a focus on local black-owned businesses to expand markets and reach, creating jobs and careers in community implementing his work at the Copenhagen Business School. He shares the influence of Cornell West, James Baldwin, Malcolm X and Eddie Glaude, Jr., who has become his personal mentor and friend. Dr. Hill admits his concern that democracy is slipping away in America, unable to embrace pluralism. In view of the Supreme Court's attempt to reverse Roe v. Wade, the two discuss the problems of constitutional "originalism." There is a cloud of witnesses we need to hear. Theon is committed to international empowerment and his church's commitment to justice and mercy.    SHOW NOTES

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Why is it important to tell stories? Particularly histories? Our guest today has spent over 4 decades writing, teaching, and learning about history and he had a bit to say about the topic. Gary Scott Smith is a professor emeritus of History from Grove City college and has written multiple biographies covering some of the most interesting figures from the last 250 years. So join Tom, Nate and Gary as they discuss the importance of history, good stories and whether or not the trend of viewing the past through the lens of the present is helpful or harmful to our understanding of the people and events in question. Welcome back to the scattered seeds podcast, where every life has a story.

John Hall and Kathy Emmons speak with Carl Trueman, of Grove City Colleges, about what it means to be human and protecting children from bodily mutilation.

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John Hall and Kathy Emmons speak with Carl Trueman, of Grove City College, about our plastic world and plastic selves.

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“The primary light we need to participate in democracy, to serve the common good, and to dwell as faithful citizens of the City of God is shed not by the Washington Post but by “the light of the world” (Jn 8:12).” That line is from the book Reading the Times, A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News by today’s guest Jeff Bilbro. Jeff teaches in the English department at Grove City College and is a 36 year old who insists on nothing smarter than a flip phone, and who wrote large portions of the book on paper. His quick wit, love for good books and most importantly his love for the Lord made his conversation with Tom and Nate an enjoyable one. So join Tom, Nate and Jeff as the discuss Christian Formation, The news and its impact on our world, and a good book or two. But first a word from our sponsors. A past guest on our show, David Ayers, just began a new series of video lectures on Christian Marriage at Grove City College, which is a sponsor of our show. Welcome back to the scattered seeds podcast, the show where every life has a story.

Ephesians 2:10 says “for we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” But how do we determine what we’re supposed to be doing with our life? Today’s guest, Rick Newton, of the Newton family of companies has dedicated his life’s work to answering that question. Join Tom, Nate and Rick as they explore Ricks faith journey and his quest to answer the questions of purpose in a Christian life.https://www.newtonint.com/our-brands

For many of us the last two years have been the most difficult we’ve ever lived through. A global pandemic, racial tension, political unrest, it seems like there’s a new disaster ever looming on the horizon. And while we hear about the front lines of the medical fields and science, the spiritual frontlines aren’t as often spoken about. It’s not an easy thing when those you’ve ministered too, and worked beside become strangers seemingly overnight. Today’s guest, Charlie Cotherman is a pastor to pastors, and part of the Grove City’s Rural Ministry Project. And he shared what the recent months have been like for the pastors he works with, as well as his own church plant in Oil City. So join Tom, Nate and Charlie as they discuss his faith journey up to and through being a pastor in a pandemic. But first a word from our sponsors: a past guest on our show, David Ayers, recently did a series of video lectures on Christian Marriage at Grove City College. You may subscribe to and access “Great Lectures from the Grove” at the Grove City College YouTube Channel. We’re glad to have you back for this week’s episode on the show where every life, has a story.

Hello and Welcome to today’s episode of the scattered seeds podcast. This show is unique in two distinct ways. One is that today marks the first time we’ve had a guest return for a second interview with Tom and Nate. Dr. Trueman was interviewed in the summer of 2019 as one of our first guests. Since then Dr. Trueman has taken the world by storm with a best-selling book called The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self. We are excited to share the story of the book, the ideas behind it, and what Dr. Trueman has learned since we saw him last. This interview is unique in another way as well. While many of you are listening to this show in our traditional format, there are some who are watching today’s episode. You can choose whichever format suits you best, but my suggestion would be to enjoy both, because there are subtle differences to be enjoyedYou can find the video on the Beverly Heights YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9VJTBpFjllI&list=PLBkdkQQey291JbdA8sWa944DobuTqdNPJ

In 1791 a document was drafted that was added to the main body of the constitution. It was the bill of rights, and its adoption limited the power that the federal government, and even the states, had in curtailing the rights of the citizens of this nation. It is made up of the first ten amendments to the US constitution and guarantees that the government cannot force anyone to follow one particular religion, or curtail anyone from practicing their faith. The government cannot curtail free speech either. The first amendment is clear. There are no caveats stating things like ‘freedom of speech is guaranteed unless it makes someone feel uncomfortable’, or ‘religion is to be freely practices, but only in the private sphere’. So why is it that Christians are having to fight to protect their rights to speak about their faith, or even to make personal, and business decisions that are in line with what they word of God says?This month our nation celebrated it’s 245th birthday. So we here at the Scattered Seeds Podcast decided to do something a little out of our norm in declaring July Faith and Freedom month. We’ve lined up two unique shows with guests from the Alliance Defending Freedom who came on to talk to us about a few pivotal supreme court cases, as well as a few other legal matters that we felt the Church at large should know about. Today’s guest is Travis Barham, Grove City Graduate and part of the legal team who represented Chike Uzuegbunam, the young man whose college restricted his right to share his faith on campus. So join Tom Nate and Travis as they discuss the case, the Supreme Court decision, and a little about why Travis decided to make a career out of defending faith and freedom. ‘The Life of the Mind’ at Grove City College. Dr. Trueman is a well-known Reformation historian, author and professor of Biblical and Religious Studies. You may subscribe to and access “Great Lectures from the Grove” at the Grove City College YouTube Channel. And now for this week’s episode: welcome back to the Scattered Seeds Podcast, where every life has a story.The Alliance Defending Freedom: https://adflegal.org

ClassCast Podcast Ep.065 features Dr. Sam Fecich, an education professor, author, speaker, and podcaster who works with pre-service teachers. She and host Ryan Tibbens discuss teacher preparation, how we can attract and train the best talent, why pedagogy and content both matter, and more. Sam's enthusiasm is infectious, so you're sure to find this episode both engaging and enlightening. Worried about the national teacher shortage? We cover it. Wondering how to help talented young people get into education? We cover that too.

In addition to authoring two books designed to help pre-service and new teachers, Sam produces the Edumagic Podcast for pre-service teachers. She recently spoke with our host, Ryan Tibbens, on her show about purpose, priorities, and organization. Be sure to check out Edumagic!  You can contact Dr. Fecich on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and via her website. 


Table of Contents (*highlights)

1. 0:00-6:45 -- Intro to Dr. Sam Fecich
2. 6:45-11:04 -- The Purpose of School According to Sam
3. 11:04-16:29 -- Working with Pre-Service Teachers *
4. 16:29-23:26 -- Is Content King? Learning & Professional Development Needs **
5. 23:26-36:13 -- Addressing the National Teacher Shortage & Attracting New Teachers **
6. 36:13-45:15 -- Sam's Ideal School *
7. 45:15-49:43 -- Sam's Book & Movie Recs
8. 49:43-50:33 -- Wrap Up

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Townhall Review for April 24, 2021

Bob Frantz talks with Ohio Congressman Jim Jordan about President Biden’s comments calling the United States systemically racist.

Larry Elder examines the controversial comments of California Congresswoman Maxine Waters and the possible effect the comments had on the outcome of the Chauvin trial.

Dan Proft and Amy Jacobson talk with Paul Kengor, political science professor at Grove City College, about the calls to defund the police.

Hugh Hewitt talks with John Ullyot, former deputy assistant to President Trump, about President Biden’s misplaced priorities with China and with Wisconsin Congressman Mike Gallagher about the Russian military buildup on the shared border with Ukraine.

Charlie Kirk tells the story of Andrew Guttman who wrote a letter to the parents of a private school urging them to hold the school accountable for a curriculum that is at odds with their own values and convictions.

Hugh Hewitt talks with National Journal’s Josh Kraushaar about the paranoia surrounding the COVID-19 vaccines.

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Townhall Review for April 24, 2021

Bob Frantz talks with Ohio Congressman Jim Jordan about President Biden’s comments calling the United States systemically racist.

Larry Elder examines the controversial comments of California Congresswoman Maxine Waters and the possible effect the comments had on the outcome of the Chauvin trial.

Dan Proft and Amy Jacobson talk with Paul Kengor, political science professor at Grove City College, about the calls to defund the police.

Hugh Hewitt talks with John Ullyot, former deputy assistant to President Trump, about President Biden’s misplaced priorities with China and with Wisconsin Congressman Mike Gallagher about the Russian military buildup on the shared border with Ukraine.

Charlie Kirk tells the story of Andrew Guttman who wrote a letter to the parents of a private school urging them to hold the school accountable for a curriculum that is at odds with their own values and convictions.

Hugh Hewitt talks with National Journal’s Josh Kraushaar about the paranoia surrounding the COVID-19 vaccines.

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One of main developmental tasks of the adolescent stage is the journey to forming one’s identity. In today’s world, some of the most compelling, dangerous, misdirected cultural messages are leading kids down wrong paths as they look for answers to the question, Who am I? Dr. Carl Trueman has written a great new book that helps us understand and address these issues. We love chatting with Carl about his practical, hope-filled, and theologically informed cultural observations. Today is no exception as Duffy Robbins and I learn from Carl and his new book, The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution, on this enlightening episode of Youth Culture Matters.

It seems that athletics offers a unique understanding of certain scriptures, like for Instance Hebrews 12 where the Christian walk is equated to a race to be run. And while we’ve had previous guests who have been involved in athletics, and who have used that passage in particular, perhaps none articulated it as fully as today’s guest. Leo Sayles is the Women’s Volleyball coach at Grove City College. HE is also the author of a daily devotional called Ordering our Steps: Committing Life and Sport to Christ. So join Tom, Nate and Leo as they explore the Paths the Lord has had Coach Sayles run.But first a word from our sponsors: A past guest on our show, Dr. Carl Trueman, just began a new series of video lectures on ‘The Life of the Mind’ at Grove City College. Dr. Trueman is a well-known Reformation historian, author and professor of Biblical and Religious Studies. You may subscribe and access “Great Lectures from the Grove” at the Grove City College YouTube Channel. And now for this week’s episode: welcome back to the Scattered Seeds Podcast, where every life has a story.You Can Find Leo's Book on his site here: https://leosayles.com/ordering-our-steps/

From being diagnosed as cocaine positive at birth to being crowned Miss Pennsylvania in 2019, today’s guest can clearly say that God’s hand has been on her life. Especially when you consider that she never planned on becoming a beauty queen, and did so with little preparation, and little expectation of winning. Join Tom, Nate and Tiffany Seitz as they journey through this tale of adoption, redemption and providence from Tiffany’s birth to her current role in serving a double term as Miss Pennsylvania.But first, a word from Grove City College, the sponsor of our show, and Tiffany’s Alma Matter. A past guest on our show, Dr. Carl Trueman, just began a new series of video lectures on ‘The Life of the Mind’ at Grove City College. Dr. Trueman is a well-known Reformation historian, author and professor of Biblical and Religious Studies. You may subscribe and access “Great Lectures from the Grove” at the Grove City College YouTube Channel. And now for this week’s episode: welcome back to the Scattered Seeds Podcast, where every life has a story.