GEORGE FOX TALKS

Have you ever noticed how much easier it is to be negative than to stay positive? What’s up with that? Jaydee and Mary dive into the research behind happiness and the four areas of life we can prioritize to increase life satisfaction. Stick around to learn about the “negativity bias” and to discover “quick fixes” for a high-stress life.

Dr. Jaydee Romick is a physical therapist with expertise in orthopedics, health and wellness, and nutrition.

Dr. Mary Peterson is Dean of Behavioral Health Sciences at George Fox University.

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Dana Robinson is interested in the daily lives and religion of ordinary Christians in the post-Constantine era. What better way to examine their experience than to learn about how they shared meals? This episode is full of historical insights into early Christians’ relationship with food—from banquets to animal sacrifices to the Eucharist.

“I think what people do in their understanding of Christianity is just as important as what theologians say, and that the interchange between those two things is what pushes Christianity to develop in the ways that it does.”

Dr. Jay David Miller teaches English at George Fox University and serves as an associate editor for the journal Quaker Religious Thought.

Dr. Dana Robinson is an assistant professor of History and Theology at George Fox University. Check out her book, Food, Virtue, and the Shaping of Early Christianity.

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Theodicy: the problem of evil. Jesse Peterson examines the history of people wrestling with the existence of evil in the world. What does the Bible actually say about evil, and what can we learn from the people in the Old Testament's response to evil and suffering?

Dr. Jesse Peterson is an assistant professor of Biblical Studies at George Fox University with special interest in philosophy in dialogue with biblical texts.

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Think you're immune to culture shock? What about reverse culture shock? Listen in to hear how these phenomena took even an experienced traveler by complete surprise and changed the direction of his life. David & Billy offer wisdom and stories from years of guiding students through travel experiences. If you're thinking of studying abroad, or if you know someone who is, you won't want to miss this one.

Dr. Martínez directs George Fox University's Study Abroad program and teaches Spanish

Billy Stevenson is the Senior Director of International Programs at John Brown University and oversees international student programs, study abroad opportunities, and all international mission projects. He's traveled to more than 70 countries

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“What you eat matters; it can either calm, cure, or cause disease.” But have you ever faced total decision fatigue in the grocery aisle? Listen in as health experts Jaydee and Kim share their practical tips on how to eat well in the age of processed foods and an overabundance of sugary options.

Jaydee is a physical therapist with expertise in orthopedics, health and wellness, and nutrition.

Kim teaches physical therapy and has nearly thirty years of experience practicing in the field.

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The mystery of God’s incarnation stretches even into our imagination about Who the Son of Man & the Son of God was and what He was like in space and time. Jay & Jessica unpack some of the problems authors have faced while trying to portray Jesus through literature.

Dr. Jay David Miller teaches English at George Fox University and serves as an associate editor for the journal Quaker Religious Thought.

Dr. Jessica Ann Hughes teaches classes like Faith and Story, which asks how stories (and especially the Biblical story) might redeem the past and shape the future. Check out her book, Jesus in the Victorian Novel: Reimagining Christ

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Trevor Hudson is the inaugural recipient of the Richard J. Foster Award in Spiritual Formation, an award that recognizes those whose intellectual and practical work helps others come into an ongoing transformational relationship with Jesus Christ. Tune in to hear Trevor’s experience of apartheid in South Africa and what he’s learned about “practicing resurrection in a crucifying world.”

Trevor has been part of the Methodist movement in southern Africa for nearly 50 years. Since stepping away from active pastoral ministry within the local congregation, he now devotes his time to lecturing, writing, retreat-giving and offering spiritual companionship.

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Discomfort, awkward interactions, life-threatening danger—All possibilities when venturing out of your bubble and into an unfamiliar culture. David & Nick are here to address all of these topics and more while sharing their first-hand experiences of things NOT going according to plan.

Dr. Martínez directs George Fox University's Study Abroad program and teaches Spanish.

Nick Forrest is a pastor at Northside Community Church in Newberg, OR. He previously worked with YWAM in Arusha, Tanzania

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There's one thing that affects almost everything about your day: how much and what quality of sleep did you get last night? Did you know your sleep is closely related to the breathing habits your body has developed? Jaydee and Kim dig into that relationship and offer a series of breathing exercises and "sleep hygiene" tips to help you get your best rest.

Jaydee is a physical therapist with expertise in orthopedics, health and wellness, and nutrition.

Kim teaches physical therapy and has nearly thirty years of experience practicing in the field.

If you enjoy listening to the George Fox Talks podcast and would like to watch, too, check out our channel on YouTube! We also have a web page that features all of our podcasts, a sign-up for our weekly email update, and publications from the George Fox University community.

Have you ever been so moved by watching a film that you'd call it a religious experience? Jay & Joel take a look at the movies that refuse to adhere to our common labels of "sacred" and "secular", yet still have potential to move us closer to God and truth. Tune in to hear how watching a certain movie helped Joel realize his familial identity; stick around for "beginner" movie recommendations from a real film critic.

Dr. Jay David Miller teaches English at George Fox University and serves as an associate editor for the journal Quaker Religious Thought.

Dr. Joel Mayward teaches theology and Christian ministries & arts at George Fox University.

If you enjoy listening to the George Fox Talks podcast and would like to watch, too, check out our channel on YouTube! We also have a web page that features all of our podcasts, a sign-up for our weekly email update, and publications from the George Fox University community.