Let Me In: Recent Episodes
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What does it mean to walk the way of Jesus in the world today? Whether I’m interviewing a media mogul, a stay at home mom, or a restauranteur, this is the central question of our conversation. I believe to follow Jesus is a verb; it takes practice. I hope each episode prompts you to rethink something and renews your courage to follow the most remarkable person I know. Thanks for letting me in on your journey.
Pastor, author, and speaker, Jeanne Stevens, offers insight and practical tools for hearing God speak, moving from brokenness to blessing, and how to "co-anything" well at home and work.
Austin Street Shelter CEO, Daniel Roby, describes how people experiencing homelessness weathered Dallas's power outage and polar vortex, offering insight on how those of us with homes can help our city shovel out.
HPUMC’s Racial Justice Director, Karla Nivens, discusses why we (white, black, and brown people) are actually better together, what role parents play in building a racially just future, and how the Church can lead the way.
Dallas Morning News President and Publisher, Grant Moise, discusses what role truth, bias, and funding play in rebuilding America's trust in the media.
Gratitude is the tool that will keep you afloat this holiday season. Positive Psychologist and best-selling author, Shawn Achor, reveals startling evidence that what makes you happy might not be what you think and offers insight on weathering pain with purpose.
Creative Advertising Professor, Willie Baronet, offers pro-tips in building your creative muscles, insight on homelessness, and what both have to do with advertising.
Mom, Wife and Pastor, Sarah Beard, offers practical tips for parenting intentionally, curating your space according to your values, and raising children who will change the world.
James Beard Award-Winning Chef, Dean Fearing, talks about creativity as an act of resistance and, of course, food that will make your mouth water.
Political Theology Professor, Dr. George Kalantzis, answers the question: What does it look like to be faithful to Jesus in this election?
Old Testament Scholar, Dr. John Walton, answers some serious questions about Genesis, including: Can science and faith coexist? Was the flood real? Does God still walk and talk in physical form? And why would we read such an old text in the first place?
United to Learn Founder and CEO, Abby Williams, illuminates the impact of the opportunity gap on students during COVID, and offers a few practical solutions to help.
Emergency Room Doctor, Justin Neff, covers what COVID-19 looks like in the ER, what he's learned about human nature, and what a global pandemic has done to his faith in God.
Criminal Defense Attorneys, Stephen Green & Lauren Woods, tell stories and share statistics that humanize those behind bars, offering insight on what would really make America more just.
Human Impact Founder & CEO, Elisabeth Jordan, illustrates the impact of COVID-19 on the homeless community and debunks some common myths about folks on the street. Plus, a poem at the end you don't want to miss.
After 19 weeks of conversation, we take space to reflect on what COVID-19 has done around us, but more importantly, on what it has done in us.
Executive Pastor, Rev. Matt Tuggle, talks about racial reconciliation, why reading the Bible matters, and how knowing the Holy Spirit changes everything.
Pediatrician, Dr. Hillary Lewis, talks about managing risk, caring for kids during COVID-19, and the question everybody is asking: When will our kids go back to school?
Dodgers pitcher and Dallas sweethearts, Clayton and Ellen Kershaw talk about using baseball as their platform for chasing God's dreams in the world.
Change management consultant, Annie Apel, walks us through the Change Curve, so we can identify where we're feeling threatened and how to move forward into freedom.
Former ABC News reporter, Peggy Wehmeyer, illuminates what makes great journalism, how to sniff out fact from fake, and why followers of Jesus have to get this right. (Oh, and she's my mom!)
Therapists Josh and Jenn Hook offer practical three tools for navigating conflict in ways that deepen, not destroy, relationships. (for more, visit JoshuaNHook.com)
American Airlines CEO, Doug Parker, discusses how he's right-sizing his workforce, why you can still fly during COVID, and how to pursue racial justice at the highest levels of business.
Outreach Coordinator, Tamika Perry, graciously shares her story about growing up black in America.
Non-profit Executive, Candace Winslow, shares about her experience in COVID food lines, why the Bible isn't dull or dead, and how loving Jesus should make us just.
Economist and Political Commentator, Abby McCloskey, explores why where you get your news affects your response to the virus, the science (and shame) of masking, and what it means to love God and your neighbor as the economy re-opens.
Richie, Rob, and I talk about race. It's honest, awkward, and challenging, everything a good conversation about race should be.
Restaurant creators, Michael & Jessica Barnett, open up about shutting down Homewood, raising a child with special needs, and finding hope in the face of uncertainty.
Therapist Greg Medlyn offers practical tips for managing anxiety, depression, and loneliness. Plus, how to stay connected in marriage when you just want to get away.
Mom of four, Alexis Cass, invites us into the chaos of homeschooling, the struggle of stress on marriage, and the challenge of finding Jesus in the midst of it all.
Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins explains why we're safer at home, how he makes hard decisions and the impact of his faith on leading Dallas through this crisis. Plus, the question we're all asking: when will this be over?!
Enneagram expert Suzanne Stabile and Rev. Joe Stabile offer insight and practical tips for staying connected and healthy as a couple during this season of uncertainty and stress.
HPUMC Senior Minister, Paul Rasmussen, gets real about the hard stuff: leadership, doubt, and rock n' roll.
Private wealth manager (and Cornerstone front man), Jayson Bales, reveals how fear affects our financial decisions - and offers a way forward that's grounded in faith.
Bestselling author and happiness researcher, Michelle Gielan, offers practical tips for staying optimistic while in quarantine.