GEORGE FOX TALKS

Isaac & Joel dive into the intersection of theology, philosophy, and science. How should we understand the creation narratives recorded in the Bible? Can intellectual integrity and humility be held at the same time?

Dr. Isaac Choi is a theologian and philosopher who holds degrees from the University of Notre Dame, Princeton Theological Seminary, and Harvard College. He directs the George Fox University Honors Program.

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

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Would you rather eat dog as the main course of your meal or risk offending your hosts in an unfamiliar culture? Listen in to catch David and Billy recounting some of the strangest dishes they've tried--and enjoyed--during their wide travels abroad.

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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"Six in ten Americans live with at least one chronic disease, like heart disease and stroke, cancer, or diabetes." What do we do with numbers like that, and how can we avoid being on the wrong end of those statistics? Listen in as Dr. Jaydee Romick & Dr. Kim Eppen talk movement, daily habits, and the difference between "health-care" and "sick-care."

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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What are we supposed to do when our beloved Christian brothers and sisters hold completely different political convictions than we do—and support opposing candidates, too? Curtis Chang uncovers the mystery & history of the partisan mind, explains why America needs to get reinvolved in nonpolitical activities like pickle ball, and reveals the secret to always having a place at the campfire.

Curtis Chang has been a pastor, professor, author, and cohost of the Good Faith podcast.

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Dr. Jessica Hughes gives a compelling example of what it's like to really read the Bible as a work of literature, following details and paying attention to people's actions and reactions in the text--and how they responded to God. Have we forgotten what it is to be moved by the accounts in Scripture? Listen with fresh ears to the story of Abraham & Isaac along with hundreds of college students in this specially recorded live lecture.

Jessica teaches literature at George Fox University and specializes in the Victorian period.

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David Martínez & Nick Forrest chat about the harm that can be done through careless short-term mission work--as well as the deeply beneficial & life-changing effect it can have on participants. Tune in to learn the Swahilian phrase for a chronic complainer, hear David's story about traveling to the US after being a missionary kid in Spain, get Nick's & David's book recommendations on the subject, and much more.

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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From our own scholars and mentors at George Fox, we bring you a sampling of university conversation – smart, faithful perspectives that may push you to think more broadly, deeply and critically. In a world full of paradox and polarization, we all must amplify the need to think for ourselves and be shaped by others, leaning ever toward Christ as our guide.

Dear listeners, thank you for joining us on the first season of the George Fox Talks podcast! After celebrating 46 weekly episodes, we’ll be taking a hiatus while looking forward to a forthcoming second season.

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In this episode, Dave Tussing talks with Trieu-Tien Kawas about authenticity in the workplace. Throughout her dynamic career, Trieu-Tien has stuck to her values and demonstrated the value of “I don’t know.” In this conversation, the two touch on getting out of our comfort zones, work/life balance, and the difference between a company that values individual hard work and one that values teamwork.

Trieu-Tien Kawas brings over 20 years of comprehensive experience in areas of management, consulting, technology, risk management and training in local and global environments. She has the proven ability to develop high-performance teams that drive and embrace change and deliver the best cost-effective technology solutions to meet customers’ needs.

Dave Tussing is a leader that cares about the whole person, and inspiring others to live into their full potential and calling. He strives to infuse ethics and values into business and to lead teams to improve the world as they grow their business. Dave has led teams across technology, healthcare and sports / retail industries at companies ranging in size from small pacific northwest based companies to some of the largest companies in the world. He holds a BA in Accounting and BS in Computer & Information Science from George Fox University and obtained his MBA from Portland State University. As a lifetime learner he also obtained an executive certificate in Strategy & Innovation from MIT and has completed courses in data science and AI/ML from Udacity. With learning, there is no finish line.

Dave can be reached on LinkedIn.

Views and opinions expressed in this podcast do not represent views of the companies for which David or guests are employed.

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In this episode, Abigail Favale talks with professor of economics Luke Petach. What is an efficiency/equality trade off? What is the truth about the minimum wage and income disparity? What are the long term economic effects of recent government dividends and labor shortages?

Dr. Luke Petach is an Assistant Professor of Economics in the Jack C. Massey College of Business at Belmont University. Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Luke completed a Bachelor’s degree in economics and philosophy at George Fox University before receiving his M.A. and Ph.D. in economics from Colorado State University. Luke’s research focuses on the causes and consequences of economic inequality and the interaction between inequality and long-run economic growth.

Dr. Abigail Favale completed her doctorate at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland, where she was a recipient of the competitive Overseas Research Award. In 2011, her dissertation was granted the Samuel Rutherford Prize for the most distinguished thesis in English literature.

To connect with Dr. Favale's work, visit her website.

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