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Everyone has a reason – a motivator for why they do what they do. No one is born a philanthropist, entrepreneur, athlete, author, professor, or celebrity. Our “why”s shape every decision we make and lay the groundwork for who we’ll become. SimplyWhy is a deep-dive into the stories behind our outcomes. Our guests share the choices that changed their lives, the paths that led them where they are – and, of course, the “why” at the heart of it all. Don’t miss their stories.
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This week Connor is joined by professor and author Dr. Scott Burson. Dr. Burson He has taught at IWU for more than a dozen years and is also the author of multiple books including his most recent; From Bulldog to Bengal: The Joe Burrow Story Through the Eyes of His Hometown. Listen in to hear how philosophy applies to sports, what it's like writing a sport's biography, and how critical thought can help enrich your faith. Find Dr. Burson's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Scott-R.-Burson/author/B001KI7WKW?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
This week Connor is joined by nuclear physicist Dr. Warren Rogers. Dr. Rogers is a professor of physics and Blanchard Chair here at IWU. He currently conducts nuclear physics research with his IWU students at the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams at Michigan State University, and at the LANSCE facility at Los Alamos National Lab in New Mexico. Listen in to hear how physics helps us understand music, why it's important to study stars, and how you can begin to understand quantum mechanics. Contact Dr. Warren: currently conducts nuclear physics research with his IWU students at the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams at Michigan State University, and at the LANSCE facility at Los Alamos National Lab in New Mexico.
This week Connor is joined by professor Dr. Amanda Drury. Dr. Drury is a professor of Practical Theology and has taught at IWU for 11 years. She is also the director of The Imaginarium, a project that helps young people experience and lead ministries. Listen in to hear how to encourage youth to pursue ministry, why sabbath is so crucial for Christians, and how your passions can connect you to God. Link to The Imaginarium: https://www.imaginariumiwu.com/Link to Saying is Believing: https://www.ivpress.com/saying-is-believing
This week Connor is joined by professor Todd Ream. Todd is the Executive Director for Faculty Research and Scholarship and Professor of Humanities at IWU. He is the author of numerous books and articles on topics varying from theology to university life. Listen in to hear how to make the most of little bursts of free time, why identity matters for universities, and how to limit distractions. Follow Todd:Website: https://toddream.com/IWU Page: https://www.indwes.edu/academics/faculty/todd-ream
This week Connor is joined by professor Dr. Nathan Fayard. Dr. Fayard is Assistant Professor of Modern Language and Literature at IWU and serves as Editor in Chief for Foundations Book Publishing. He has been teaching for over a decade on topics such as medieval literature, sci-fi, comics, and romantic literature. Listen in to hear when to read Beowulf, how to face the battle that is the classroom, and why 50's sci-fi is even more relevant today. Link to Dr. Fayard's article: https://christandpopculture.com/finding-a-new-glorious-purpose-loki-and-the-failure-of-materialism/
This week Connor is joined by theologian and professor Dr. Vincent Bacote. Dr. Bacote is a professor of Theology at and the director of the Center for Applied Christian Ethics at Wheaton College. He is also a prolific author and speaker, having published and contributed to multiple books and articles that have appeared in magazines such as Books and Culture and Christianity Today. He also hosts a podcast called The Link - Bridging Faith and Life with Dr. Vincent Bacote. Listen in to hear how to interact with politics as a Christian, why curiosity can make you more kind, and what theologians actually do. Follow Dr. Bacote: https://www.vincentbacote.com/home
This week Connor is joined by coach Andrew Rode. Andrew is the head coach for the Wildcat football team at IWU. He previously served as the Offensive Coordinator at Morningside University, and brought the Mustangs to their third national championship in four years. Listen in to hear how to transition from player to coach, why education is crucial to football, and how to gain trust from your team. Follow Andrew: https://twitter.com/coach_rode?lang=en
This week Connor is joined by entrepreneur Ronald Morrell Jr. Ronald has launched multiple businesses in the Grant County area and serves as the executive director for the Boys and Girls Club of Grant County. He is also currently running for mayor in Marion, IN. Listen in to hear how to apply business to other disciplines, what it takes to start a business, and how you can impact your local community. Follow Ronald:Website: https://ronaldmorrelljr.org/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ronald.morrell.jr/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ron_morrell_jr/?hl=enEmail: ronnyjr93@yahoo.com
This week Connor is joined by illustrator Ron Mazellan. Ron is a former professor of illustration at IWU. He has illustrated countless books by authors such as Tony Dungy and Cal Ripken Jr. and also received the NAACP Image Award and Christopher Award for You Can Be a Friend. Listen in to hear how to illustrate a book, why community is essential for artists, and how to balance art and commerce. Follow Ron:Website: http://www.ronmazellan.com/homeEmail: r.mazellan@me.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ron.mazellan/
This week Connor is joined by Roger Younce. Roger is the executive director at Kinwell Academy, a non-public alternative high school in Grant County. He has been in alternative education for 11 years and also cohosts Culture of Kinship, a podcast that shares the unique experiences and growth of the students of Kinwell Academy. Listen in to hear how social media affects kids at school, why you need to have a good work-life balance, and how authenticity is essential when mentoring teens. Link to Kinwell Academy:https://kinwellacademy.org/Link to Culture of Kinship: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Ae1mDlhatNoe85srIWIs5?si=3ca830d8a0234268
This week Connor is joined by biologist and professor Dr. Jennifer Noseworthy. Dr. Noseworthy is an associate professor in the Division of Natural Sciences at IWU. She also serves as the director of the IWU Alliance Garden, a campus farm geared toward agriculture and food production within the community. Listen in to hear why science enhances faith, what some practical implementations of biology are, and how a garden can bring a community together. Link to the Alliance Garden: https://alliancegardens.wixsite.com/thealliancegardens
This week Connor is joined by professor Dr. Elaine Bernius. Dr. Bernius has been working at IWU since 2005 and serves as a professor of Biblical Studies. Her focus is on Hebraic and Cognate studies with an emphasis on linguistics. Listen in to hear how every Christian can benefit from learning Biblical languages, where accents are used in the Bible, and how to balance study of scripture and discipleship.
This week Connor is joined by visual artist and pastor Ronnie Farmer, Jr. Ronnie has traveled the world as an artist and missionary and his art focuses on the intersection of art, justice, and theology. He is the founding director of the I Have a Dream Preschool academy and is also a pastor at Real Community Church in Marion, IN. Listen in to hear how art helps preschoolers understand the world, when racial bias becomes fixed in people, and how faith and art go hand in hand. Follow Ronnie:Website: https://www.ronniefarmerjr.com/I Have A Dream Preschool: https://www.dreamacademymarion.com/
This week Connor is joined by Illustrator, designer, and professor Keith Lowe. Keith is an assistant professor of illustration at IWU, and has almost 20 years of experience as an illustrator and designer. He has created materials for 9 board games and designed over 50 video game strategy guides. Listen in to hear about finding inspiration in your town, blending creativity with purpose, and why you should share your passion! Follow Keith:Website: https://www.keithloweart.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithloweart/
This week Connor is joined by coach Greg Tonagel. Greg is the head coach for IWU's men's basketball team. He has just wrapped up his 18th season, is a 3 time national champion, and his career record makes him the all-time winningest coach at IWU. Listen in to hear how basketball can become an idol, why it's important to put yourself third, and how a PhD can help you become a better coach. Link to Wesley Seminary: https://seminary.indwes.edu/
This week Connor is joined by pastor and evangelist Cory Clark. Cory served as an evangelist for 10 years and is currently the lead pastor of Marion First Church of the Nazarene. Listen in to hear about the importance of a simple message, why delegation is essential in the church, and how to balance spiritual growth with pastoral care. Link to Marion First Church of the Nazarene: https://marionfirst.com/media
This week Connor is joined by interior and social designer Wendy Puffer. Wendy co-founded Marion Design Co. in 2016, where she now serves as Chief Design Officer. She also spent 21 years as a professor of design at Indiana Wesleyan University. Listen in to hear how to create a safe and beautiful space, why design is important, and how to break (and admire) the rules. Follow to Marion Design Co:Website: https://www.mariondesign.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariondesignco/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariondesignco
This week Connor is joined by professor, author, and worship pastor Dr. Brannon Hancock. Dr. Hancock is an associate professor of practical theology and worship at Wesley Seminary, and he also serves as associate pastor at Marion First Church of the Nazarene. Through his 25 years of Christian ministry, Dr. Hancock has written numerous articles, reviews, and a book: The Scandal of Sacramentality. Listen in to hear how to survive as a pastor's kid, what scripture says about worship, and why churches need good worship leaders – not rock stars. Follow Dr. Hancock:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrannon/Link to The Scandal of Sacramentality: https://wipfandstock.com/9781620326329/the-scandal-of-sacramentality/
This week Connor is joined by public speaker, mentor, and podcast host Chas Fields. Chas is a senior partner at Ultimate Kronos Group and has been in the human capital management tech space for seven years. He has written articles for Forbes, spoken in front of tens of thousands of people, and co-hosts The People Purpose Podcast. Listen in to hear why you should never stop reading, how physical fitness helps your work life, and why you should try to make the world a better place. Follow Chas:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chasfields/The People Purpose Podcast: https://workforceinstitute.org/category/podcast/
This week Connor is joined by Dr. Penny Callaway. Dr. Callaway is an associate professor in IWU's graduate nursing program. She has more than 25 years of nursing experience and has served in countless healthcare roles. Listen in to hear about the shift to more personal medical experiences, why nurses should start their careers in a psych ward, and the joy of meeting someone outside of Zoom for the first time. Dr. Callaway's email: penny.callaway@indwes.edu
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