Downstream from Florida College
How do teens grow in their Christian faith? How should youth and their parents find and prepare for a college that deepens their spiritual life and service to others? Listen to relevant and real-life answers from "Downstream from Florida College". You’ll hear a variety of experts and leaders focused on faith and education in the teen years. If you or your child is upstream from college, please join us for wisdom from downstream from Florida College. *Florida College is a private four-year college on the banks of the Hillsborough River in Temple Terrace, FL. Since its beginning in 1946, Florida College has been committed to educating the whole person and equipping the next generation to excel through academic excellence founded on faith. This podcast is an extension of the ideals we teach on campus and is now made available to a community of listeners around the world.
Episodes
29 episodes
Guiding Young Men Toward Biblical Masculinity with Daniel Broadwell
Dr. Weaver sits down with Daniel Broadwell to discuss how parents can help shape young men into who God intended them to be. Together, they explore the importance of risk, responsibility, and spiritual adventure in a young man’s life—a...
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Investing with Purpose — A Conversation on Planned Giving
In this episode, Dr. John Weaver sits down with Jeff Mathis, President of Southern Heritage Financial Group, to discuss how we can use our resources to live lives of greater service and generosity.Together, they explore the hear...
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Speaking Their Love Language – Strengthening Parent-Teen Relationships
How do parents build deeper, lasting connections with their teens? In this episode of Downstream from Florida College, Dr. Weaver sits down with Shawn and Diane Bain, who have dedicated their lives to serving families through parenting...
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13:47
Making Faith Stick: A Conversation with Dr. Jason Longstreth
Today on Downstream from Florida College, Dr. Weaver is joined by Dr. Jason Longstreth for a thoughtful and timely conversation about young people and lasting faith.How can we help our children develop a faith that sticks? What ...
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14:54
The changing landscape of education with a Director of Online Education: Alex Hale
In this episode of Downstream from Florida College, we talk with Alex Hale, Director of Online Education, about the shifting challenges families face in today’s educational environment. From cultural tensions to the subtle erosion of b...
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Prayer Is Important For Families with Dr. Nathan Ward
In this episode of Downstream from Florida College, Dr. Nathan Ward shares insights from his book Our Eyes Are on You, focusing on the vital role of prayer in family life. Together, we explore how consistent, intentional praye...
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Anchored in Purpose: A Conversation with Mr. and Miss Florida College 2025
Join Dr. Weaver in this special episode of Downstream from Florida College as he sits down with Briar Purcell and Joshua Brown, this year’s Mr. and Miss Florida College. Chosen by their peers for embodying the mission and spirit of Flo...
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"Each Winding Path" book review with Dr. Annetta Hastings and Julie Gant
Join Dr. Weaver as he sits down with Annetta Hastings and Julie Gant, two of the authors behind Each Winding Path—a powerful collection of stories from 15 women of faith and faculty at Florida College. Discover how life’s twists and tu...
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22:40
Debt Free Degrees with Russ Stevens
As families of faith prepare to launch their children into adulthood, the question of college costs looms large. In this episode, we sit down with Russ Stevens, author of Say No to College Debt, to discuss practical strategies f...
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Choosing A School With A Christian World View with Dr. Roger Erdvig
Join Dr. Weaver and Dr. Erdvig as they explore worldviews and the college experiences that shape our perspectives. In this episode, Dr. Erdvig discusses how colleges can immerse students in biblical thinking and living.Buy Dr. Erdvig's ...
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Biblical Wisdom For Sexual Purity With Terry Reese
Tune in to Downstream from Florida College as Dr. Weaver sits down with speaker, author, and family counselor Terry Reese to explore his latest book, Walk by Faith, Not by Sexuality. In this episode, Mr. Reese shares biblical ...
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Love and Respect in every phase of life with Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
Join Dr. Weaver as he sits down with Dr. Emerson Eggerichs, renowned author, international speaker, and leading authority on male-female relationships. Together, they explore how the foundational principles of love and respect, essential for a ...
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Pulling back the curtain on college admissions with Ryan Shutt
In this episode, Florida College President Weaver sits down with Ryan Shutt, Director of Admissions, to discuss the ins and outs of the college application process. Ryan shares valuable insights into current trends in higher education, tips for...
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Shaping Our Future Using Lessons From The Past with Jeremy S. Adams
Dr. Weaver and author Jeremy Adams discuss highlights from his newest book, Lessons in Liberty. In Lessons in Liberty, Jeremy S. Adams distills inspiring advice from the lives of extraordinary Americans from our past. Adams, a veteran ...
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23:28
Raising Passionate Jesus Followers with Phil and Diane Comer
Join Dr. Weaver and Phil and Diane Comer, founders of www.intentionalparents.org and authors of "Raising Passionate Jesus Followers" for a rich discussion about the changing roles parents should embrace in each stage of raising children to love...
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23:47
Thriving After College with author Erica Young Reitz
Join Dr. Weaver and Erica Young Reitz, author and founder of After College Transition, as they unpack the importance of guidance and support during the transition to adult life after college. "The years after college can be some of...
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17:26
How to succeed in college: an interview with Mr. and Miss FC, Brandon McCann and Pate Clevenger
In this episode, rising seniors Brandon McCann and Pate Clevenger sit down with President Weaver to share their best tips and tricks for college success in and out of the classroom. A special thank you to Bosun Solutions for sponso...
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12:42
High School Seniors Who Succeed In Life with Dr. Michele Borba
This episode features Dr. Michele Borba, an internationally renowned educator,award-winning author, and parenting, child and bullying expertrecognized for her solution-based strategies to strengthenchildren’s empathy and social-emot...
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Dual Enrollment: Is it right for you?
On this episode of Downstream from Florida College, Dr. Weaver sits down with Beth Roth, coordinator of Dual Enrollment and Virginia Wickerham, V.P. of Enrollment for a candid discussion of the good and bad of Dual Enrollment. Join us to learn ...
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Exploring flexible career solutions for families with Nicole Grinnell
In this episode Dr. Weaver is joined by the President and CEO of Bosun Solutions, Nicole Grinnell. Tune in to learn about the many hybrid and virtual options that exist now for professionals looking to support their families outside of a ...
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13:44
Sexual Integrity: A conversation with family counselor Teri White
Dr. Weaver and Teri White discuss approaches to sexual integrity and sex education including SRR, Sexual Risk Reduction as well as SRA, Sexual Risk Avoidance. Tune in for conversations about truth and safety, healthy mindsets and communication ...
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17:48
The value of family traveling with Luke Chandler
Evangelist and global tour leader, Luke Chandler enlightens us on how how family travel can be used for leisure, but also education and bonding. We also explore the benefits of travel during the college years, as it relates to world view. ...
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17:34
Overcoming sexual temptation and addiction in college
In this episode Dr. Weaver is joined by Terry Reese, a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in sexual addiction. Together, they explore ways to combat temptation and addiction during all the changes of life that accompany the colleg...
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Preparing your faith for college with Jim Musser
Dr. Weaver interviews author Jim Musser, whose career in campus ministries prompted him to write two books to encourage families of faith who are deciding how to choose a college for their Christian teens. Find Jim's books here:&nb...
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16:43
How to excel in college: featuring senior students Andrew Thetford and Anna Stringer
Senior students Andrew and Anna give insight into their four-year journey, sharing the intentions and choices that helped make the most of their time at a Christian college. Led by Dr. Weaver, this interview uncovers the importance of fam...
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