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“Better than any argument is to rise at dawn and pick dew-wet red berries in a cup.” Wisdom like this from Wendell Berry seems to flow naturally from people who stay close to the dirt. Along the way, I’ve learned to pay attention for opportunities to share time with people like this. Recently, I had the honor of sitting down with Becky Savitz, a friend and acclaimed gardener, to hear how seeing time differently opened the door for her to fall in love with life outside. Join us for a wonderful...

Francis Howard is a member of the small, prestigious, global Q Grader community. Trained and certified after passing a rigorous battery of over 20 tests, Q Graders set the standard for coffee excellence around the world. Recently, we sent Francis a bag of Freedom Roast and I sat down with him for a special LAB episode to talk coffee and hear his expert review of our LAB Freedom Roast. Don’t miss the chance to hear how Francis went from sipping coffee from styrofoam cups in Akron, Ohio, to ser...

Dr. Joseph Clair joins LAB the Podcast to discuss the aim of a Christian liberal arts education and how to think well about higher education. Dr. Clair serves as the Executive Dean of the Cultural Enterprise which encompasses the humanities, theology, and education. He is also Dean of the College of Humanities and an Associate Professor of theology and culture.The Liberating ArtsThe Liberating Arts OrganizationSupport the Show.

Don’t miss the chance to hear renowned artist and wonderful human, Josh Nadeau uncover the beauty of his Sehnsucht Symphony cover art. Soul good. Sehnsucht PrintSupport Symphony ProjectSupport the Show.

LAB Initiative Director, Christina Kruse joins LAB the Podcast to give an update on the LAB Initiative and to celebrate our newest partner, First Presbyterian Church in Tampa! Don’t miss the chance to learn how the coffee you drink can help set captives free! Link to Freedom RoastLink to Support the LAB InitiativeSupport the Show.

Conservatory Poet Wendy Kieffer joins LAB the Podcast for a reading of Meditation on a Grapefruit by Craig Arnold. Don’t miss a great conversation on this beautiful poem and the power of the "remarkable ordinary.” Support the Show.

Professor and Author Margarita Mooney Clayton joins LAB the Podcast to talk about the Scala Foundation's work to restore meaning and purpose to education and for a discussion on her book, The Wounds of Beauty.Margarita Mooney Clayton, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at Princeton Theological Seminary. She has also taught at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Yale University, Pepperdine University, and Princeton University. She has also been a Visiting Fellow at Blackfriars ...

Singer, Songwriter and Artist Joel Smallbone joins LAB the Podcast to celebrate the upcoming worldwide release of Unsung Hero. Don’t miss the chance to hear from Joel before you see the film! Based on a remarkable true story, Unsung Hero follows David Smallbone as he moves his family from Down Under to the States, searching for a brighter future after his successful music company collapses. With nothing more than their seven children, suitcases, and their love of music, David (for KING + COUN...

Author Melody Farrell joins LAB the Podcast to celebrate the release of her new book, The Forest Before The Field: A Guide for Pioneers. Melody’s new book is a vital resource for teens navigating "the very changing of an age.” Join me for the conversation and to learn how you can help the teens in your life live with faith, hope and love in our cultural moment.Support the Show.

Johnnie-Ann Campbell joins LAB the Podcast to talk about nurturing beauty, goodness and truth through Christ-Centered Classical education. Join us for a great conversation on education and to learn more about Westminster Academy in Tampa, Florida.Westminster AcademySupport the Show.

Grammy award winning Roc Nation Singer/Songwriter, Victory Boyd joins LAB the Podcast to celebrate the release of her sophomore album - Glory Hour. Glory hour is stunningly beautiful art with serious and uncompromising theological significance and conviction. Listen to the album and don’t miss this conversation. Glory Hour is the follow up to her first two recordings It’s a New Dawn (2017) and her critically acclaimed debut album The Broken Instrument (2018). Check out her latest album R...

Artist and Author David Clayton joins Lab the Podcast for a conversation on his book, The Way of Beauty. Join us for an honest and thoughtful conversation on art in our cultural moment and how beauty can be a way forward. The Way of BeautySupport the Show.

Andrew Balio, Founder of the Foundation for the Future of Classical Music joins LAB the Podcast for a conversation on his work and how music, especially classical music gives us a glimpse of the life and beauty of the gospel. Learn more: Foundation for the Future of Classical MusicSupport the Show.

Artist Josh Nadeau joins Lab the Podcast for a conversation on beauty and longing for beyond. Josh is an Artist and Author from West Coast Canada. In addition to being a wonderful husband and father, he holds a Master of Theological Studies and is the Founder of Sword and Pencil and Every Day Saints. He also may be one of the most enchanted people this side of Tolkien and Lewis. Calling it early. Don’t miss the episode.Follow Josh on IG: LINKSupport the Show.

Jeff Harmon, Co-Founder and Chief Content Officer of Angel Studios joins LAB the Podcast to celebrate the release of their latest film, Cabrini. Directed by Alejandro Monteverde, Cabrini shares the story of Francesca Cabrini, a poor, audacious Italian immigrant who became one of the great entrepreneurs of the 19th century. Through her willpower, courage, compassion, and business skill, she overcame sexism and violent anti-Italian bigotry while fighting against an establishment seeking to...

Artist Josh Baldwin joins Lab the Podcast to celebrate the release of his latest album, Made for More. Join us for the conversation and find his album here! Made For MoreSupport the Show.

No. 1 Billboard charting Gospel artist, Anthony Evans joins LAB the Podcast to celebrate the February 23rd release of his latest full length studio album, Revive. Anthony is an acclaimed recording artist, producer, performer and arranger. On this episode we hear stories from behind the album and talk about grief, loss and finding our calling in the midst of it all. Support the Show.

V3 Conservatory Poet, Wendy Kieffer joins LAB the Podcast to share US Poet Laureate, Ada Limón’s, In Praise of Mystery: A Poem for Europa. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy sharing this wonderful poem together! Support the Show.

Kyle Washut, President of Wyoming Catholic College joins LAB the Podcast for a conversation on their unique approach to education and formation. In this episode we talk about poetry, the rapid rise of technology and the pressing challenges facing young people today.Support the Show.

V3 LAB Initiative Director, Christina Kruse joins LAB the Podcast to give an update on the 2024 LAB Initiative and share a report from her recent trip to visit part of the team from Oak Rock Foundation. Don’t miss the chance to learn about how you can help increase the impact of the LAB Initiative. Support the Show.