Brave Nation with Leigh Sloan
The Brave Nation movement pursues courage and wisdom to enact cultural reform in every sphere of influence. It often starts with a brave conversation in pursuit of truth from the heart of God that sets people free. As we unearth ancient mysteries, we find creative new language and application for our present day. Join us in this journey at leighsloan.com and bravenation.online!
Episodes
87 episodes
Education Q&A with Alaska Education Commissioner with Deena Bishop
Join Leigh Sloan and Alaska Education Commissioner Deena Bishop as they discuss upcoming legislative bills in Alaska, the huge challenges facing education in Alaska, and the remarkable success of Alaskan charter schools. For more on...
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59:57
The Dignity Index w/ Tami Pyfer
Learn how to reframe your conversations to be more effective and productive by focusing on dignity and steering away from contempt. Our guest Tami Pyfer has helped to develop sucessful method of discourse that help people achieve real solutions...
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53:27
National Pendulum Swings w/ Maurice Arnold
In this episode Leigh Sloan and Mo Arnold discuss the wrestling match between competing ideologies in society, public schools, and media. DEI consultant Mo Arnold contends that much of the backlash against DEI is warranted. In the mist of sweep...
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58:32
Flipping the Script on DEI with Maurice Arnold
Meet Maurice Arnold, a former Senior Master Sergeant turned business and organizational consultant. He has delivered sage counsel to top Air Force leaders, school district administrators, and community leaders. As a DEI consultant he was charge...
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56:53
Kingdom Politics and Media with Denise Gitsham
Meet attorney, author, former congressional candidate, and political commentator Denise Gitsham. Denise is the author of "Politics for People Who Hate Politics" and she discusses with Leigh Sloan what it's like to be fully in the arena of gover...
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40:29
New Political Era, Timeless Principles
Leigh Sloan speaks with Hansel and Natalie Orzame on the Pastor and Wife podcast. Whether Christians feel threatened or secure in their political climate, there are certain principles we all need to hold on to so that we remain unshaken by the ...
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32:52
People of Faith Using Their Voice with Senator Shelley Hughes
In this part 2 of our conversation with Alaska Senator Shelley Hughes, we discuss the importance of the faith community in American politics. Senator Hughes explores some of the history behind nonprofit laws and where some confusion came in abo...
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21:29
Uncovering Hidden Ballot Measure Tactics with Senator Shelley Hughes
Join us for the launch of a new exciting season of Brave Nation with Leigh Sloan! Our first guest is Alaska Senator Shelley Hughes. We discuss how it is possible to collaborate with those who disagree as well as some important ballot measures i...
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38:06
Kingdom Over Everything with Shae Bynes meets Brave Nation
"Chief fire igniter" Shae Bynes interviews Leigh Sloan on her podcast "Kingdom Over Everything about Leigh's new book, "Pride and Privilege: expand your influence in cultural chaos." Shae was one of the first to endorse Leigh's book and recogni...
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50:25
Pride and Privilege with Harold Eberle
Dr. Harold Eberle reacts to concepts from Leigh Sloan's upcoming book, "Pride and Privilege: expand your influence in cultural chaos." Harold gives his insights into cross-cultural ministry compared to the postmodern mindsets of western countri...
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Season 8
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Episode 6
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44:57
School Choice in Diverse Communities
Leigh Sloan interviews Krissia Campos Spivey and Dr. Shaunette Parker of National School Choice Week, to discuss school choice matters with regard to awareness, access, and arguments surrounding the school choice conversation. For more on our A...
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Season 8
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Episode 5
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42:47
Reignite your Creativity with Meagan Blessing
Visual artist and author of “Going to Extremes: trusting God with the adventure of your life” Meagan Blessing joins us to discuss the power of creativity as an essential part of every person. You don’t have to paint a picture to be creative. Th...
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Season 8
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Episode 4
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52:42
Alaska Native Culture with Bonnie Gregory
Hear from Bonnie Gregory as she shares about being a multicultural Native Alaskan with its gifts and historical challenges. Happy Indigenous Peoples month!
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Season 8
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Episode 3
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27:02
Open Letter to My Friends and Enemies
Leigh Sloan shares about being treated unfairly and how Christians should walk in the tension of love and justice.
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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20:14
Unlocking Your Passion and Purpose
Join Leigh Sloan along with guests Maggie Tanner, Joshua Samuels, and Melody Goins as they discuss the value of discovering your unique design from a "kingdom" perspective. If you'd like to join Leigh's first online experience of the 8 week Pas...
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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43:31
Campaign Reflections
Hear some of Leigh's thoughts after her recent run for Anchorage Assembly.
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Season 7
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Episode 3
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14:39
The Grace of the Advisor with Rep. Cathy Tilton
Representative and Alaska House Speaker Cathy Tilton joins us in this Brave Nation Circle training on cultivating The Grace of the Advisor. For the entire training along with much more, join Brave Nation Circle at
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Season 7
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Episode 2
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31:36
Stewarding your Creativity with Melissa Burke
Melissa Burke is a worship leader, a visual artist, and a community reformer. She has made a big impact on her sphere by letting the creativity inside of her out. Learn how you too can catch the secrets of stewarding your genius to increase you...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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36:32
Adoption and Abortion with Adrienne Tucker
Leigh Sloan interviews Adrienne Tucker, adoptive mother and founder of Generation Now, a ministry to teens and young adults in need of mentorship. See the issues surrounding abortion from the perspective of an adoptive mother. In this episode, ...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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44:26
Awaken Hope by Leigh Sloan
Leigh Sloan gave this message at the Brave Nation 2022 event. This is the zoom version that was recorded a week later. In it Leigh gives us the keys to awakening hope, combatting some of the obstacles we have to engagement, and activating our r...
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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48:10
Brave Nation 2022: Hope Forward
Join Alaska State Representative Sarah Vance, Mat-Su Mayor Edna DeVries, and Alaska State Senator Shelley Hughes as we discuss the upcoming Brave Nation event on September 30th and October 1, 2022. Register now at leighsloan.com!&n...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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49:29
Father and the Wolves
introducing special guest BT Higgins, author of Father and the Wolves, a guide book for dads on protecting their children and preparing them for life. BT Higgins is also the author of several children's fiction books. Go to
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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26:39
How Hope Thinks
Recounting a recent political almost-victory that spoke some key lessons on the meaning of how we act on the logic of hope when taking risky moves. Is hope blind and stupid? Or does hope really win in the end? What does hope say about our perso...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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17:18
Wise as Serpents and Innocent as Doves (with Stephanie Taylor and Kathy Henslee)
Join us as we debrief on the campaigns of two women who recently ran for Anchorage Assembly: Kathy Henslee and Stephanie Taylor. Is it possible to maintain integrity while engaging in a political battle?
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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36:09
Stepping Out of the Boat with Stephanie Taylor
Meet Stephanie Taylor, local Anchorage Assembly Candidate 2022. Stephanie is a homeschooling mom and active volunteer who recently said yes to a call to run for local government. She has stepped up to become a new voice in Anchorage in or...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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