Mustangs Unbridled
Welcome to Mustangs Unbridled, Lipscomb Academy’s podcast hosted by Dr. Brad Schultz and Amanda Price. Each of our future guests will represent the spirit of the academy. Some voices may be new to you while others will feel like reuniting with old friends.
Episodes
63 episodes
Striking Gold: Lessons from State Champions
Bowling blends precision, strategy, and teamwork in ways most people never see. Three student-athletes from our girls bowling state championship team share what it takes to compete at the highest level - from the wooden lanes to state champ rin...
Childlike Wonder and Adult Discipline: How Sara Agee Balances Multiple Passions
Passions can intertwine and develop at different seasons of our lives and lead to undiscovered potential and talent. When that talent is cultivated, the outcome can be breathtaking. One student leads on the path of music, and her accomplishment...
88 Collective Years of Wisdom: Honoring Retirees Mark Pugh and Tim Taylor's Legacy at Lipscomb Academy
What does 88 years of experience in education look like? Is it academic mastery? Deep relationships built on trust and respect? Successful athletic coaching? Or countless lives transformed? Two teachers, retiring next month, reflect with us ...
From Student to Teacher: Lucinda Burris' 45-Year Journey at Lipscomb Academy
It takes a special person to teach middle school and to do it for 29 years says more about the person than the career. Celebrating a 2025 retiree, a special teacher shares her treasured memories and insightful advice for building successful ...
Creating Space for Wonder: Faith, Family & the Tarquinios
God is always talking to us. Through the Holy Spirit, He calls us to live purposeful lives and share the gospel with others. But are we listening? One family has been responding to their calling by stepping out in faith BOLDLY for most of th...
Class of 2026 Mr. and Miss Lipscomb: Travis Wakefield and Charlotte Jackson
Peer recognition speaks volumes about its recipients, highlighting their positive impact on the community and the respect they have earned from their peers. This is certainly true for our guests today, Mr. and Miss Lipscomb. Hosted by ...
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Strength and Humility: Lessons from Detective Ryan Cagle
What does it look like to face uncertainty and the unknown daily? And how does one physically and mentally prepare for that type of career? Kicking off the sixth season is an alum of the academy and a detective who received the Medal of Valo...
Henry Singleton: Musician, Actor, Athlete & Strategist
In recent years, chess has made a surprising comeback, and the ancient game is finding new life in young minds across the globe. Today’s episode features a remarkable sixth-grader who embodies this revival. His story is a testament to what’s...
Teaching, Performing, Dreaming: Dean Confer’s Encore Is Just Beginning
Some of us know exactly what we are passionate about. Others stumble into it and think, “Wow! Where has this been hiding?” When our eyes are opened and hearts pricked, we run toward that passion with all we have. Hosted by Dr. Brad Schultz a...
Amy Vieira: Bridging Continents
Adapting to a new country, culture, and traditions can be an exciting journey. However, for students transitioning into a new school, the adjustment can be challenging. Yet as they acclimate to the school culture, they integrate with their p...
Paul Harris: Musician, Comedian, Actor
When perfecting their craft, performing artists learn to connect with and captivate their audience. They fully embrace their stage persona, transforming into someone else. However, at times, the line between their public and stage personas c...
Sidney Sheppard, Connecting with Students beyond the Classroom
True mathematical understanding goes beyond memorizing formulas or following step-by-step instructions; it involves grasping the "why" behind the process. Returning to our “Getting to Know Us” series, one math teacher has a gift for teaching...
Sarah Shust: A Mother's Faith and Overcoming the Impossible
Faith requires unconditional trust. It means embracing that all things work together for the good of those who love God. Our “Get to Know Us” segment continues with an incredible lifelong story of surrendering to the will of God and how that...
Dr. Jonathan Clinger: Leading Innovations in Protein Research
Science is a vast and complicated field with brilliant minds pursuing breakthroughs in many areas. It’s where curiosity and dedication meet to explore the wonders of God’s creation and the complexities of life. Our “On the Road” segment cont...
LA Former Heads of School: Lessons in Leadership
Since consolidating in 1983 as one school, Lipscomb Academy has had six heads of school lead the institution. In addition to pursuing challenging academics, they have fostered a Christian community that helps shape students to make choices r...
Dr. Susan Martin Hernandez: A Model of Joyful and Compassionate Leadership
Some individuals develop leadership skills at a young age, and these skills become indicative of future endeavors. When given the opportunity, they lead by example and empower others to take ownership of their work. Our “On the Road” segment...
Craig Clifft: Grit and Gratitude - One Plate at a Time
Owning or managing a restaurant can be draining on time, resources, and emotional and physical health. For the next episode in the Campus Cuisine segment, one alum confesses he is passionate about food service and has embraced the hospitalit...
Behind the Puppets: Zeta Kenner’s Theatrical Adventures and Ventriloquism Mastery
Sometimes student talent is hidden until we see or hear a tiny glimpse of the possibilities. When we do, we are filled with awe – and wonder why we didn’t know about this gift earlier. Talents should be shared and celebrated, especially when...
Ed and Lynn Breen: Leaving a Legacy of Integrity
There are individuals who are a treasure to us. They carry the stories of our past and fill our lives with laughter, light, and warmth. They are the gentle hands that steer us with love and wisdom. They encourage a playful spirit and remind ...
Treva Gordon, Roots and Rhythm: A Story of Songwriting, Flowers, and Creative Passions
God gifts us with unique talents and abilities. When we realize those talents and share them with others, we fulfill our own potential and inspire those around us. Continuing the “Get to Know Us” segment, one delightful colleague is full of ...
Finding Common Ground: From Mustang to Mergers with Greg Samuel
Connection and unity are key words that resonate with individuals that strive to find common ground with others. Sometimes, the most talented individuals are the unassuming ones as evidenced by the humble demeanor of an alum we sought out fo...
The Ones Who Sacrificially Keep Our Campus Safe
As humans, sometimes we take safety and security for granted. We assume all is well and don’t worry ourselves with the details. There are some on campus, though, that focus on these details. They are constantly surveying the campus. We call ...
Heather Pujol, senior account executive and fashion stylist
Some argue we are either right- or left-brain dominant (a myth that has been debunked by science). However, when an individual uses both brain hemispheres bilaterally in her career, what transpires is a beautiful blend of creativity and logic. ...
The Unexpected Road to Automotive Success with Greg Corley
Not all careers are hand picked. Sometimes we land into a career unexpectedly, and a surprising path blossoms before us. And when that happens, we become passionate about our livelihood as we discovered through an alum from the Dallas...
Blythe Masterson, Lipscomb Academy Graduate at Southern Methodist University
Adjusting to college life looks different for each student, and for the valedictorian for the class of 2021, she is thriving. Our “On the Road” segment continues with a recent academy graduate enrolled at Southern Methodist University. Hoste...
