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Barrett Fisher and Sam Mulberry meet up in the video store to talk about the 1922 film Nosferatu and to get Barrett's film recommendation for next week. For more information about Video Store or to find all of our episodes, check out our website: https://videostorepodcast.wordpress.com/

@Annie_Berglund and @CWCRadio connect from opposite sides of the globe to celebrate their Double-Diamond Jubilee by revisiting their humble beginnings.

On Episode 8 of Season 3 of Modern Story Podcast, Phil Workman, Grace Morningstar, and Elvira Obada tell stories of trying their best and redefining success. A wilderness explorer finds success in embracing the unknown and all that it brings. An art student succeeds by redoing a painting. A first-time plasma-donor succeeds in recognizing her fear. 

This week Sam and Chris survey the different ways that Christians have approached higher education, including Catholic, mainline Protestant, and evangelical types of colleges and universities. (Plus, a brief discussion of how religion shows up in public universities.)

On Episode 7 of Season 3 of Modern Story Podcast, Brandt Botterill, Sofia Tereshchenko, and Megan Wesolowski tell stories about how not everyone knows what they are doing in life and that’s OK. A freshman figures out how life works, a PSEO student tries to get the hang of college, and a guy doesn’t know the difference between an adverb and a verb. 

Barrett Fisher and Sam Mulberry meet up in the video store to talk about the 1949 film White Heat and to get Barrett's film recommendation for next week. For more information about Video Store or to find all of our episodes, check out our website: https://videostorepodcast.wordpress.com/

@Annie_Berglund and @CWCRadio connect from opposite sides of the globe discuss the tweet of the week which is all about words you shouldn’t say…and maybe when you should say them.

On Episode 6 of Season 3 of Modern Story Podcast, Brynn Lugar, Soraya Keiser and Ella Roberts tell stories about seeing people who have played important roles in their lives, in a new light. Through sharing their individual defining stories with a family member, the three discover that perhaps their mom was more than just a mom at one point in their life. Perhaps she was a young, hip cheerleader in high school or their  

In the United States there are about 4,000 accredited colleges, universities, and other postsecondary institutions granting degrees. But while all that variety may seem like a good thing for students trying to find the perfect fit, it can be overwhelming to figure out how all these schools are similar to and different from each other. In this week's episode, Chris and Sam take us on a tour of American higher ed: from community colleges to research universities, online for-profits to private liberal arts colleges.

On Episode 5 of Season 3 of Modern Story Podcast, Alex Edstrom, Hannah Hunhoff, Makenzi Johnson tell stories about staying true to themselves and “going against the grain” of society. Specifically, the trio share their revelations about the business and fashion industries – proving that one can change the world inside out and upside down by pursuing unconventional passions and purposes.

Barrett Fisher and Sam Mulberry meet up in the video store to talk about the 1932 film Scarface and to get Barrett's film recommendation for next week. For more information about Video Store or to find all of our episodes, check out our website: https://videostorepodcast.wordpress.com/

@Annie_Berglund and @CWCRadio connect from opposite sides of the globe discuss the tweet of the week which introduces us to an new cinematic auteur.

On Episode 4 of of Season 3 of the Modern Story Podcast, Masyn Holland, Cade Montgomery, and Amira Graf tell their stories surrounding big moments that have changed their lives today. The speakers talk about injuries, college decisions, and becoming a RA. Listen to our podcast and think about what your defining moment was.

About two-thirds of American high school graduates spend at least some time in college, with over 16 million students currently enrolled in undergraduate courses. On this episode, Chris and Sam consider the wide range of reasons why people go to college, from career preparation to spiritual development to the sheer joy of learning.

On Episode 3 of Season 3 of the Modern Story Podcast, Rachel Blood, Morgan Day and Kylie Nybakken tell stories about hesitation, doubt and overcoming it – or not. Within the episode, the hosts take you through a high-stakes dance competition, a marching band audition and a tough decision about the future.

Barrett Fisher and Sam Mulberry meet up in the video store to talk about the 1990 film The Freshman and to get Barrett's film recommendation for next week. For more information about Video Store or to find all of our episodes, check out our website: https://videostorepodcast.wordpress.com/

Matt and Chris are joined by Chris Gehrz to discuss Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the developing global impacts.  Thanks for listening!

On Episode 2 of Season 3 of the Modern Story Podcast, Cecilia Sanvick, Johanna Johnson, and Lydia Gessner talk about big moments that changed their faith journeys. Through tragedy, joy, and new experiences the hosts will explain how the foundations of their individual faiths have changed because of these stories. You might learn something about the Togolese people, collegiate cross country, and transporting yourself inside Bible stories.

To launch their new series meant to help Christian students and parents think well about college, Chris and Sam tell their own stories — of applying to colleges themselves, and then seeing the same process from different perspectives: as Christian college professors whose own kids are nearing college age.

For Episode 1 of Season 3 of the Modern Story Podcast, Kamari Durmas, Grace Larson, and Luke Wiltshire talk about big changes in their family and personal lives. Sometimes these changes are positive, sometimes they aren’t as positive, but we always come out stronger in the end. You’ll learn a thing or two about the BART train, IHOP and maybe some spiders.