Biola Backstage

Dr. Darian Lockett joins Hayden Avakian on this episode of Biola Backstage. They discuss Dr. Locketts' journey to Biola which was inspired by his involvement with YWAM. Dr. Lockett describes his desire to see people sent into missions whether in nursing, business, or going overseas and how ministering is not something specific to your major, but a calling from God. Furthermore, Dr. Lockett discusses the need for surrendering and sabbathing, as people were created to practice both. 

About Dr. Darian Lockett
Dr. Lockett graduated from the University of Kansas with his B.A. in Medieval History, received his M.Div. from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and his Ph.D. in New Testament from the University of Saint Andrews. He is a full-time Talbot professor at Biola University who has sat on several boards, published several articles and has won many awards.

You can find his CV here.

Dr. Grace joins Hayden Avakian in a special valentine's day edition of Biola Backstage as they dive deep into relationship questions concerning the single and dating stages of life. How do you know you're ready for a relationship? What are some red flags in relationships? Is it true that when you know you know? Curious of the answers? Give this episode on relationships a listen to find out!

About Dr. Chris Grace
Dr.  Grace serves full time as the director of Biola University’s Center for Marriage and Relationships and is also a professor of psychology at Rosemead School of Psychology. Dr. Grace has a long list of awards and accomplishments including Biola's "The Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching" and "Professor of the Year".  He also co-hosts the podcast The Art of Relationships.

Dr. Arianna Molloy joins Hayden Avakian on this episode of Biola Backstage. They talk about Dr. Molloy's college experience, work as a calling and Dr. Molloy's upcoming book.

About the Guest
Dr. Molloy is an associate professor in Biola's Communication Studies Department. She teaches courses in organizational communication, research methods, nonverbal communication, small group communication and communication and calling. She graduated with a BA in Speech Communication from Seattle Pacific University, an MA in Communication Studies from the University of Portland and holds her PhD in Communication Studies from the University of Denver.

Hayden Avakian interviews Anna Sinclair, who is an associate professor of public relations, a full-time mom, and an organizational leadership PhD student. Sinclair talks about her story of being born with amniotic down syndrome leaving her with a congenital amputation of her right arm. They also discuss how she prioritizes the many aspects of her life, living in the moment, and how the people in your life really matter. At the end, Sinclair expresses the importance of not feeling like you have to fit in. God created you to be who you are—don't conform yourself to the patterns of this world just for acceptance.

Hayden Avakian interviews Jesse Baxter, who plays Mr. Darcy in the upcoming Biola Theatre 21 play Miss Bennett: Christmas at Pemberley. Jesse tells us about the play, some fun moments from rehearsals, and more! Miss Bennett: Christmas at Pemberley opens November 19. They also have showings November 20 and 21, December 2, 3, 4, and 5 with a special dinner showing on December 10.

Get your tickets to Miss Bennett: Christmas at Pemberley here!