Hosted by Leigh Larson/@followtheleighder · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 83 episodes
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Follow the Leighder is a scholar-led society and culture podcast hosted by theologian, USAFR veteran, and MTS graduate Leigh Larson. Each episode brings historians, theologians, women's advocates, and public intellectuals into honest conversation exploring history, faith, travel, and women's empowerment. 245K+ followers across five platforms. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. followtheleighder.com
Leigh Larson/@followtheleighder hosts Follow the Leighder, a history show with 83 episodes published.
Army ChaplainJared Anderson talks about the crucial role of chaplains in providing specific support, protecting humanity in war, and the need for clinical training and competence in chaplaincy. We also explore the parado
I talk with Ed Worrell, President of the Montana Association for the Blind, about his personal journey, challenges, and adaptation to blindness, the use of AI technology for managing diabetes and assisting vision-impaire
Andrew Johnson, founder of Electric City Opportunities, talks about his personal journey of overcoming a traumatic brain injury and incomplete paraplegia to become an advocate for the disability community. He discusses t
We talk about author Liz Bucar's experiences with the Camino de Santiago, the distinction between religion and spirituality, and her academic work that informs her "Beyond Wellness" and "Stealing My Religion" books. Chec
Amanda Otterman, a Meno health nurse, shares her journey from nursing to menopause education and advocacy. She highlights the renaming of PCOS and the importance of recognizing menopause as a whole-body systemic issue. F
Col. Bree Fram shares her experience of forced retirement and administrative leave, advocacy for transgender service members, the role of Space Force, decision to run for office, and hope for the future. Note: Bree suspe
I talk with Julie Roland about her global perspective gained from military service, the intersection of religion and politics, and the importance of diversity and unity. Follow her @jyrola on socials!
I talk with Military Religious Freedom Foundation founder and CEO Mikey Weinstein. He talks about the prevalence of Christian Nationalism at the Air Force Academy, the impact of Christian Nationalism on the military, and
Colonel Alex Simmons, a retired U.S. Army Special Operations Officer, shares insights on Iran, Hezbollah, China's influence, and the post-9/11 foreign policy shift. He provides historical context and strategic analysis,
I chat with U.S. Army Major Kara Corcoran and her experience of transitioning in the military and the support and acceptance she received during and after her transition. We also talk about diversity and inclusion in the
Chris La Tray and I talk about the history and restoration of the Little Shell tribe, the advocacy for landless indigenous people, and authoring three books. Find him at https://chrislatray.substack.com/
Dr. Len Necefer and I cover a range of topics including Alaska Native corporations, national security concerns, the impact of energy prices on Alaskan villages, AI, war, and energy, ethical AI use and public advocacy, an
I chat with Paul Haygood, a progressive Christian who seeks to build an interfaith community in Tyler, Texas. We discuss his research on membership and belonging in the Christian church in East Texas, which forms the wes
I talk with legal forensic analyst Laura O'Dea about concerns with democratic institutions, the impact of military service on perspective, progressivism in the military, socialism in the military, and the struggles of mi
I chat with Jenny McGrath about purity culture and its impact on the human body, somatic experiencing, and mental health therapy.
I talk with Annie Logue about leadership roles in Junior League and League of Women Voters. We also explore the impact of economic trauma, racial integration, urban education, and the perspective of the working class in
I chat with Dr. Shelagh Larson, WHNP, about women's healthcare, menopause, and access and support for refugee women.
Valynda Holland is a candidate for state senate in MT-11 and Lela Graham is running for house in district 21. They collaborated and joined on the podcast to share their motivations for running for office, their political
We chat about Eric Czuleger, geopolitical analyst, and his exploration of unrecognized territories, the Peace Corps experience in Albania, and observations on statecraft. Learn more about him from his podcast / socials:
Dr. Kyleanne Hunter talks about her journey from Marine combat to policy advocacy, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based advocacy and the impact of rolling back diversity programs. Learn how to support veterans at
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Amy McGrath
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Andrew Seidel
constitutional attorney and author
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Land Tawney
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Kerry Chaput
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Dan McClellan
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Follow the Leighder is hosted by Leigh Larson/@followtheleighder. The show is categorised under history (religion) and has published 83 episodes.
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