Davies Owens

Raising Financially Wise Kids: Biblical Insights for Parents with John Thornton

Money – it’s everywhere, yet rarely talked about in depth, especially from a biblical perspective. Did you know that nearly half of Jesus’ parables address money? In this powerful episode, Dr. John Thornton, CPA and author of Jesus’ Terrible Financial Advice, joins Davies Owens to explore how we can guide our children to become wise…

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Are You Sabotaging Your Parenting? Embracing the Unexpected with Scott Barron

Parenting and educating in a constantly changing world can feel overwhelming. In this insightful episode, Scott Barron, founder of School Growth and Educators Fellowship, shares his wisdom on navigating the challenges of raising and teaching children in what he calls an “uber-dynamic transient state.” Scott unpacks how to embrace change with humility, build trust within…

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Why Most Kids Can’t Spot Propaganda (and what you can do) with Dr. Eliot Grasso

How can we equip the next generation to cut through the noise and think critically in a world saturated with misinformation? Dr. Eliot Grasso, Vice President of Gutenberg College, joins BaseCamp Live to tackle the challenge of “particles of propaganda” and how they shape our lives. Drawing on Jacques Ellul’s timeless insights, Dr. Grasso unpacks…

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Stop Searching for Advice: Keith McCurdy’s Simple Truths That Actually Work

Parenting in today’s world is harder than ever, with countless voices offering advice that often feels confusing or contradictory. In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Keith McCurdy, a trusted counselor and expert with over 30 years of experience, dives into the challenge of finding trustworthy, biblical parenting wisdom. Keith unpacks why parents feel more overwhelmed…

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The Secret to a Thriving Home Life in a Busy World, with Charity Gibson

Balancing the demands of work, family, and faith can leave parents feeling stretched thin and overwhelmed. In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Charity Gibson, author of The Working Homemaker, shares practical wisdom for Christian parents who desire a thriving home life, no matter how busy their days may be. From cultivating deep, lasting relationships with your children…

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Boundaries, Bravery, and Belovedness, with Noah Brink

How can we create spaces where children feel secure, valued, and empowered to thrive? In this episode, Davies Owens is joined by Dr. Noah Brink to explore the transformative power of belonging in the lives of children. Together, they unpack three essential pillars—boundaries, bravery, and belovedness—that help foster meaningful connections at home and in schools….

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Raising Sturdy Girls: Building Resilience, with Keith McCurdy

In this week’s Base Camp Live, Keith McCurdy shares insights on raising resilient and grounded young women in a culture filled with conflicting messages and challenges. Joined by host Davies Owens and his daughter Hannah, they discuss practical strategies for fostering emotional strength, identity, and capability in daughters, emphasizing the role of parents, faith, and…

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Ensuring Excellence in Education, with Brian Polk

In this episode of Base Camp Live, host Davies Owens welcomes Dr. Brian Polk, a seasoned classical educator and director at the College of the Ozarks, to discuss the vital topic of training and certifying teachers and schools in the classical Christian education movement. Together, they explore how schools can ensure both academic rigor and…

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Equipping Dads to Lead with Purpose, with Kevin Goodnight

In this episode of Base Camp Live, host Davies Owens speaks with Kevin Goodnight, author of Dad Voted: Dads Devoted to Discovering Their Duty, Direction, and Destiny, about the vital role fathers play in shaping their children’s hearts, minds, and faith. Kevin shares insights from his personal journey and offers practical strategies for dads to…

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Screens: A Modern Parenting Dilemma, with Emily Harrison

In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Davies Owens sits down with Emily Harrison to explore the challenge of managing screen time in today’s tech-saturated world. Emily, a mother and advocate for reducing screen time, shares practical tips for guiding children through their screen-filled environments, whether at home or in school. Drawing from her experience as…

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