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College Conversations
Hosted by The Institute for G.O.D. · education · EN
About this Podcast:
Join Gregg. D. Garner, President of The Institute for GOD, as he, fellow professors, and other special guests have conversations about Christian Higher Ed. Together they’ll explore the complexities students encounter academically and spiritually. Whether you’re a student choosing a college, completing your academic endeavor, or a parent or teacher seeking insight, College Conversations bridges the gap between scholarly pursuits and biblical faith, offering discerning perspectives for a new generation and their parents. Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of faith and learning.
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Public web form
Booking probability
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Guest openness
Selective
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What is College Conversations about?
Join Gregg. D. Garner, President of The Institute for GOD, as he, fellow professors, and other special guests have conversations about Christian Higher Ed. Together they’ll explore the complexities students encounter academically and spiritually.
What has College Conversations covered recently?
Recent episodes include "S3 More Than A Degree" (30 May 2025, 35 minutes), "S3 Why Am I So Tired?" (30 May 2025, 42 minutes), and "S3 Designed to Influence" (30 May 2025, 44 minutes).
How often does College Conversations publish?
College Conversations publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 43 minutes across 61 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on College Conversations?
Booking probability for College Conversations is 29%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. College Conversations requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. College Conversations's contact route on record: public web form.
Who should pitch College Conversations?
The strongest fits for College Conversations are Universities & Colleges. College Conversations has an education audience.
About the host
College Conversations is an education podcast with 61 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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College Conversations
S3E7: Lessons from the Field/ /Jeff Sherrod, Laurie Kagay, Olivia Beaverson, Mark Olivera
May 29, 202537 minS0<p>In this episode of College Conversations host Jeff Sherrod sits with Laurie Kagay, VP of Marketing and Enrollment, and students Olivia Beaverson and Mark Olivera. Together, they tackle the anxieties surrounding...
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S3E6: Mentors Matter//Gregg Garner, Jeff Sherrod, Madeline Sinnaeve, and Ethan Raykhonov
May 14, 202547 minS0<p>This episode of College Conversations explores the vital role of mentorship in college success. Two student guests, Ethan and Maddie, join hosts Jeff Sherrod and Gregg Garner to share their experiences with the...
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S3E5: Preview Day Unplugged//Gregg Garner, Jeff Sherrod, Anthem Bloyer, & Julian Carrion
May 7, 202542 minS0<p>This podcast episode features a Q&A session with prospective students and families visiting the Institute for GOD. President Garner and Academic Dean Jeff Sherrod sit with current students Anthem Bloyer and Julian...
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S3E4: Situationships // Gregg Garner, Jeff Sherrod, Emma Lyons, Kaiden Lindholm
Apr 29, 20251h 2mS0<p><br></p><p>In this episode of College Conversations, host Jeff Sherrod, along with Gregg Garner and two Institute for GOD students, Emma Lyons and Kaiden Lindholm discuss the topic of "situationships"—a term that...
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S3E3: Faculty-Student Relationships // Gregg Garner, Jeff Sherrod, Justice Garner, Melanie Flores
Apr 22, 202547 minS0<p>This discussion features college leaders, President Gregg Garner and Academic Dean Jeffrey Sherrod, reflecting on the experience with two college participants: Melanie Flores and Justice Garner. Mel and Justice share...
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S3E2: Therapy vs Prayer: A Generational Divide in the Hispanic Community?
Apr 15, 202544 minS0<p>This episode of "College Conversations," titled "Therapy versus Prayer," explores the complex intersection of mental health and faith, particularly within Hispanic communities. The discussion centers on the stigma...
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S3E1: Gen Z is Leaving Church - Why are they Walking Away?
Apr 8, 202541 minS0<p>This College Conversations podcast episode explores the reasons behind young people leaving the church. Institute students Elijah Lovelace and Brooke Vavold engage in a discussion centering on Barna Group research...
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S2E38: ABHE Recap // Gregg D. Garner, Jeff Sherrod, Ben Reese, Laurie Kagay
Mar 5, 202542 minS0<p>Our concluding episode for season 2 is a candid recap conversation regarding our presence at the 78th Annual Meeting for the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE), America's oldest and largest accreditor...
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S2E37: The New Priesthood? Navigating Therapy Culture // Gregg Garner, Jeff Sherrod, Benjamin Reese
Jan 28, 202548 minS0<p>In this episode of College Conversations, Jeff Sherrod hosts professors Benjamin Reese and Gregg Garner, President and founder of The Institute for GOD, to discuss the evolving role of therapy in society and...
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S2E36: Awareness Media - What’s the Point? // Gregg Garner, Jeff Sherrod, Laurie Kagay
Jan 21, 202548 minS0<p>Gregg Garner, Jeff Sherrod, and Laurie Kagay, all professors at The Institute for GOD, discuss the point of awareness media — both the consumption of it and the creation of it. If we are made in the image of God, and...
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S2E35: The Deconstruction Dialogue: Faith, Doubt, and Growth
Jan 13, 202556 minS0<p>In this episode of College Conversations, host Jeff Sherrod welcomes Professor Benjamin Reese and Gregg Garner, president of The Institute for God, for a thought-provoking dialogue on faith deconstruction. Together...
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S234: Tips for Caring, Not Coddling, In Ministry - feat. Gregg Garner, Jeff Sherrod, Laurie Kagay
Dec 31, 202447 minS0<p>In a life of ministry, teachers, pastors, and facilitators make choices every day on what type of behavior is permissible and what is not. What should guide our efforts? How do you implement the grace of God, while...
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S2E33: What are the College Years For?
Dec 17, 202439 minS0<p>In this episode, Jeff Sherrod, Gregg Garner, and Benjamin Reese explore the significance of “the college years.” Are they solely for learning? Should students rush to work? Should they be free from concerns of career...
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S2E32: Can you be “Called” to an Occupation?
Dec 10, 202447 minS0<p>In this episode of College Conversations, Jeff, Gregg, and Laurie discuss the concept of calling and its relationship to occupation, exploring whether calling is an internal discovery of one's passions or an external...
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S2E31: Media Consumption & Spirituality
Dec 3, 202437 minS0<p>In this episode of College Conversations, host Jeff Sherrod is joined by Gregg Garner and Benjamin Reese. They engage about the impact of media usage for young people, and what power it has to inform one’s values...
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S2E30: What Does the Bible Say About Burnout?
Nov 26, 202441 minS0<p>In this episode of College Conversations, Jeff Sherrod, Gregg Garner, and Laurie Kagay discuss the pervasive issue of burnout, exploring its causes and effects on individuals in various life stages, particularly...
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S2E29: Why Christians Should Ask Better Questions
Sep 26, 202422 minS0<p>Why Christians Should Ask Better Questions</p>
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Emma Lyons
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Gregg Garner
The Institute for God
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