FREDTalks

Rekindling Your Leadership Fire

Famed Actor, The Rock, says "You're not tired; You're uninspired."  And I think there's a lot of truth in that for many who have allowed their once-fiery leadership embers to cool. This episode of FREDTalks explores the ruse of success, some of the reasons for leaders going into autopilot, and where to go from here.  Listen-- and if you like it, share it!

Unleashing Your Imagination

Albert Einstein said that "Imagination is more important than knowledge."  But how do we expand our thinking in this way?  How do we unleash imagination in order to make our minds perform at their highest capacity?  Learn 7 ways to cultivate a powerful imagination in this episode of FREDTalks.

Growing a Backbone

In this episode of FREDTalks, we enter into the field of Leadership and explore the need for today's leaders to present themselves as convictional people.  A great part of this has to do with having moral courage to lead.  To do that, one has to have a backbone.  This episode will explore how to "Grow a Backbone" and, as a part of that, avoiding the common problem of becoming emotionally crippled and incapable of leading at a high level.    

How We Should Think About Technology as Christian Higher Educators

How We Should Think About Technology as Higher Christian Educators Professors have lots of opinions about the use of technology.  Some good.  Some bad.   But here we are, in the thick of the Digital Revolution.  What is a balanced way to think about technology so we can avoid its negatives and take advantage of its positives?  Find out on this episode of FREDTalks podcast.

Christian Teaching and the Use of Educational Technology

Christian Teaching and the Use of Educational Technology Christian teachers and college professors have a tremendous responsibility to prepare men and women for life.  In what ways can educational technology play a role and help equip today's young adults to make an impact and to meet their potential? Find out more in this episode of FREDTalks podcast.

How the Digital Age is Impacting Christian Higher Education

How the Digital Age is Impacting Christian Higher Education The age of technology has changed everything.  But in what ways is our world different?  How have we as individuals been changed?  What challenges do we face and how should Christian educators in higher education respond?

The Impact of Technology on Higher Education

The development of the Computer Age and then the Digital Age took the world by storm.  We are still reeling from its effects.  Learn how technology has and continues to make an impact on higher education in this episode of FREDTalks Podcast.      

Ten Secrets to Better Lecturing

One of the most commonly-used forms of instruction in academic classrooms is the lecture.  Loved by some, hated by others, it's been a part of the educator's toolbox for hundreds of years, and that isn't likely to change soon.  And, for that matter, there is nothing wrong with lecturing-- particularly if one is a good lecturer and assuming it's not overused to the point that learners disengage from the educational process. So whether a professor uses lecture seldomly or frequently, when...

The Difference Between Teaching at a Church and at a College: A Tale of Two Causes

  The Difference Between Teaching at a Church and at a College is real, but sometimes Christian Educators miss it.  Christian Education occurs in both church settings and college or seminary settings, but the roles and responsibilities of a Pastor are different form those of a Professor.  And the goals of a church are different than the goals of a college or institution of higher learning.  Learn what those are and how to teach in both venues with excellence.

A Tale of Two Classrooms: Advice to Professors and Professors-To-Be

In this podcast episode, join Dr. Freddy Cardoza as the addresses how to come to terms with the two different extremes of academic classrooms a professor will face: The Motivated Classroom and the Meme Classroom.  In academic situations, one of these is the "ideal" classroom-- and for some profs, the other is the "real" classroom.  These two scenarios will be described in detail and tips will be given regarding how the professor should approach teaching these two extremes, in order to beco...

The Two Problems in Higher Education: Teachers and Learners

In this episode, FREDTalks host Dr. Freddy Cardoza speaks about The Two Problems in Higher Education and then discusses problems that can plague the learning environment when teachers and learners fail to fulfill their responsibilities in the teaching-learning enterprise.

Understanding Education

What is education?  How should we define and describe it?  How does education relate to teaching and learning?  These are the types of questions explored in this episode of FREDTalks Podcast as Dr. Freddy Cardoza explains the nature of education and challenges professors not only to be content experts-- but experts in facilitating learning.

Video Resume for Dr. Freddy Cardoza

I've just completed rebuilding my personal CV (academic resume, or Curriculum Vitae).  Curriculum Vitae (CV) is a Latin phrase meaning "Course of Life."  It refers to the document people in certain professions create to demonstrate their career-long growth in expertise, experience, and education.  CVs are unlike resumes.  The word "resume" is a 19th century French word meaning "to sum up," meaning that a resume is only supposed to 'summarize' one's life work in the most abbreviated fash...

Episode 046, What Mature Christians Should Know

What should Christians know?  Is there a body of beliefs that represent what it means to be a Christian?  Are there essential ideas that comprise a Christian way of thinking? Is there such a thing as a biblical worldview? Are there truths that, if known, could help us live with more certainty? Should people expect to live their lives in spiritual confusion? These are the types of questions answered in this podcast, Episode 002 - What Mature Christians Should Know. Take the journ...

Episode 045, Introducing Podcast Seminary

Podcast Seminary helps you grow in your faith.  We do this by creating content in every major thought space: audio podcasts, written blogs, video vlogs, and a host of social media.  Podcast Seminary has been launched to address issues related to faith, Christian discipleship, and ministry. Our resources are created to inspire, inform, and instruct people to get informed and be transformed by the power of truth. Our content is being arranged into 9 essential categories of truth that eve...

Episode 044, Introducing Our Sister Podcast: Podcast Seminary

Podcast Seminary helps you grow in your faith.  Learn more about this ministry and join us regularly as we answer people's faith questions.    As podcasts are released, our content will provide comprehensive, systematic, and practical biblical discipleship in 9 essential areas: Your Spiritual and Faith-Related Questions, plus: Foundations Formation Ministry Apologetics Bible Theology Leadership Life Specialty Subscribe now and prepare for these important resources at p...

Episode 043, Fearless: The Psychology of Fear

All people deal with fear from time to time.  But for men, the phenomenon of fear strikes at the epicenter of our hearts.  Fear threatens our sense of adequacy and produces profound emotions within us-- none of them good.  In this promotional episode for Podcast Seminary, our new show, you will learn about the nature and psychology of fear.  Host Freddy Cardoza does an autopsy of the fear factor that rattles even the hardest of hardcore men among us.  If you're a man, this study is for yo...

Episode 042, Understanding Your Broken Moral Compass

Why do we do some of the things we do?  What mysteries lie beneath human behavior, including bad behavior? How can some people make decisions that harm themselves and others, and still live with themselves? How can people who do horrible things look themselves in the mirror?  How do sociopaths slip that far into such a dark place?  And, even if we are good people, how do we do sometimes do bad things without feeling bad about them?   This session deals with the issue of the "broken mor...

Episode 041, The New You, How Satan Uses Your Weaknesses Against You

How Does Satan Use Your Weaknesses Against You? That's what we discover in this podcast episode.  In Part 2 of a 6 part series, we'll discuss things like: What is Sin? Why Are We Attracted to Sin? Two Types of Sin Four Sources of Sin Three Categories of Sin Sin's Ability to Attract and Lure Us The Novelty of Sin These are some of the most important insights I have come to understand on the nature of sin and how Satan uses our weaknesses to exploit us.  Join me as we explore...

Episode 040 The New You Part 1 of 6 Becoming Conscious of Your Conscience Cardoza

In this important series, we'll explore how to overcome our besetting sins in order to become our best selves. Session 1 explores the human conscience.  In this first dynamic session, we learn about: human nature how humans were originally created and what happened to us what the conscience is and how it works how we are unique and different than other life forms how to ensure that our conscience works for us and not against us Join this important study and look for future episod...

Studio C | Episode 003: What Just Happened: The 2016 American General Election, Part 3 of 3

What Just Happened: The 2016 General Election (Part 3 of 3) In part 3 of this series, we’ll discover the practical outcomes of the various “isms” of the Obama-Clinton political ideology. Here we are discussing the isms of worldviews that carry enormous ideological baggage that have sought to subvert and expel the central ideals of […] The post What Just Happened: The 2016 American General Election, Part 3 (Studio C, Episode 3) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

Studio C | Episode 001: What Just Happened: The 2016 American General Election, Part 1 of 3

What Just Happened: The 2016 General Election (Part 1 of 3) In a word: Democracy. Democracy is government by the people and for the people. Free and fair elections are democracy at work. Elections are the purest expression of the democratic process. They are in the truest sense, “the will of the people.” If you […] The post What Just Happened: The 2016 American General Election, Part 1 (Studio C, Episode 1) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

Studio C | Episode 002: What Just Happened: The 2016 American General Election, Part 2 of 3

What Just Happened: The 2016 General Election (Part 2 of 3) In part 2 of this series, we’ll learn What the “Republican Party Platform” really is and means. The platform currently includes 10 ideals such as: 1 The Rebirth of a Constitutional Government 2 Restoring the American Dream 3 Government Reform and Uprooting Corruption 4 […] The post What Just Happened: The 2016 American General Election, Part 2 (Studio C, Episode 2) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

FREDTalks Podcast | Episode 039, Faith or Fake (Christian Parenting Seminar)

Faith or Fake: Helping Your Child Develop an Authentic Faith (1 Hour+ Audio Podcast, delivered live at Saddleback Church, Irvine South Campus, Irvine, California, 2016). View the exciting slide deck and follow along by manually advancing slides while you listen! Fake or Faith: Helping Your Child Develop an Authentic Faith from Freddy Cardoza Click the […] The post Faith or Fake: Helping Your Child Develop an Authentic Faith (FREDTalks, Episode 039) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

Introduction to Discipleship | Course Introduction (Podcast Seminary, Episode 1)

Session 1: The Bible on Discipleship Includes: What a Disciple Is Six Key Principles of Discipleship Seven Biblical Characteristics of Good Disciplers Session 2: What Genuine Discipleship Produces Includes: Defining and Describing Discipleship How the Old and New Testaments Viewed Discipleship 10 Outcomes of Genuine Biblical Discipleship Session 3: […] The post Introduction to Discipleship | Course Introduction (Podcast Seminary, Episode 1) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

Introduction to Christian Discipleship (Course Introduction)

Freddy Cardoza, the host of FREDTalks Podcast is launching Podcast Seminary (PodcastSeminary.com) to help people fill gaps in their biblical knowledge.  The first course is now released (June 1, 2016) with an online version of this course to come soon, followed by church curriculum of this course, which will soon be available at MiniSeminary.com. Enjoy "Session 0" a brief introduction to the course, then visit PodcastSeminary.com to learn more.   What is Discipleship?   The word "Dis...

The Spirit-Driven Leader (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 005)

Calian argues that wise people learn from not only from other people s mistakes but also from their advice. Carnegie Samuel Calian draws upon over twenty-five years of successful leadership and management to give his best advice for leaders and followers in an organization to successfully deal with the conflicts that arise in an organization. The post The Spirit-Driven Leader (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 005) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

Episode 38, Christianity

Christianity is the world's largest religion with over 2 Billion professing believers.  Christianity developed from the Jewish faith, with Jesus of Nazareth, a Jew, being identified as the Messiah of the World.  Christianity spread rapidly, ultimately becoming the official religion of the Roman Empire, in addition to spreading into the Eastern Hemisphere.  This made Christianity global, as it spread to all continents.  Christianity has three major divisions, Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodo...

Episode 37, Islam

Islam is a religion with, according to some, up to 1.6 Billion followers worldwide.  It is a faith that arose from the Saudi Arabia, but grew throughout Arabia, into broader Asia, Europe, and Africa, then beyond. The history of Islam is complex.  The Quran documents the development of Islamic thought and the Hadiths provide additional information about Muhammad and his life.  Those have given rise to an enormous religion comprised of both peace-loving people and, in some areas, large percen...

Buddhism (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 002)

Introduction Buddhism is the worldview of hundreds of millions of adherents around the world. It shapes the thinking of much of South Asia and the Far East hemisphere through its two major schools of thought, Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism. Here you will learn more about its colorful history, beliefs, and practices, along with some interaction […] The post Understanding Buddhism: From a Christian Perspective (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 002) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

Islam (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 003)

Introduction Islam is a religion with, according to some, up to 1.6 Billion followers worldwide. It is a faith that arose from the Saudi Arabia, but grew throughout Arabia, into broader Asia, Europe, and Africa, then beyond. The history of Islam is complex. The Quran documents the development of Islamic thought and the Hadiths provide […] The post Understanding Islam: From a Christian Perspective (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 003) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

Christianity (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 004)

Introduction Christianity is the world’s largest religion with over 2 Billion professing believers. Christianity developed from the Jewish faith, with Jesus of Nazareth, a Jew, being identified as the Messiah of the World. Christianity spread rapidly, ultimately becoming the official religion of the Roman Empire, in addition to spreading into the Eastern Hemisphere. This made […] The post Understanding Christianity: Contrasted with Other World Religions (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 004) appear...

Episode 36, Buddhism

Buddhism is a world religion having hundreds of millions of adherents worldwide.  Traces of Buddhist beliefs are known by many, yet much of the religion remains a mystery to many in the Western Hemisphere.  Many wonder, what are the teachings of the Buddha? What is the Buddhist view of life and destiny?  What is reincarnation and nirvana?  What practices are a part of Buddhist living?  In this important series, learn more about the essence of Buddhist teachings while contrasting it with co...

Episode 035, Hinduism

Introduction Hinduism is an enormous faith tradition having hundreds of millions of adherents worldwide. Join DigitalDiscipler as we explore the essential teachings and practices of the Hindu Faith by downloading our podcast or by listening along while scrolling through the slide show provided below. Then share it with others who might want to learn more! […] The post Understanding Hinduism: From a Christian Perspective (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 001) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

Hinduism (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 001)

Introduction Hinduism is an enormous faith tradition having hundreds of millions of adherents worldwide. Join DigitalDiscipler as we explore the essential teachings and practices of the Hindu Faith by downloading our podcast or by listening along while scrolling through the slide show provided below. Then share it with others who might want to learn more! […] The post Understanding Hinduism: From a Christian Perspective (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 001) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

Episode 33, God is Just

The Count of Monte Cristo is a stirring classic novel surrounding the adventures of Edmond Dantês. Edmond had it all. He was a man of faith, talented, and handsome. Following a long seafaring trip, Edmond is unexpectedly elevated to ship captain and is set to marry the raven-haired beauty, Mercédès. But before they could tie the knot, three unlikely, jealous, and greedy men conspire to have him thrown in jail.To maintain the secret of their betrayal, Edmond is publicized as dead but is priva...

Episode 32, God is Loving

What is God Like?  If God is anything, He is "loving."  In fact, God isn't only loving-- He is "love," personified.  His being emanates love through His great kindness toward all people, because God genuinely loves us. God's love for us is in spite of our sometimes less than ideal behaviors and inconsistency.  Take some time to learn more about God's love by learning about God's character as told originally by the Apostle John.... the "disciple Jesus loved."  After all, who would know bette...

Episode 031, God is Holy

What is God like?  What is His Nature?  What is His personality?  What are His attributes?  These are the questions we'll explore in this series "Beyond Belief."  In Session 1, we will study the idea of God's Holiness.  This includes God's moral attributes which describe the God of the Bible.  We'll learn more about theology and God's Character.  It's a deeper, yet fascinating study conducted live at Saddleback Church Irvine in August 2015.  This study is based on my book and DVD set, Beyo...

Episode 030, How to Know God's Will

Knowing God's Will is one of the most important yet most vexing issues in the Christian life.  People feel the need to know God and to understand what He is doing in their lives, but are often at a loss about how to discern His Voice.  How does God speak to us?  How do we know God's Will?  What are the mechanics of it all? Are there sources of information that aren't reliable from a Christian perspective?  Why?  What can we trust and what understandings should govern our discernment of God'...

Episode 029, This Is Your Conscience Speaking

Episode 028, How God Works

How does God work?  What is the Divine Modus Operandi?  What's God's M.O.?  That is the question being answered in this episode of FREDTalks.  Taken from a talk given at Saddleback Church's Irvine South Campus Men's Ministry, this is part of a series entitled "Compass: Navigating Life." 

Episode 027, Fighting the Great Battles of Our Time, Part 3 of 3

Christians, as cultural change agents who love the world and want to help it and the people in it, have an obligation to understand the world in which they live.  The great challenges of our world need to be identified and understood, then addressed.  This episode, Fighting the Great Battles of Our Time, is part 3 of a 3 part series dealing with an explanation of these things from an evangelical Christian perspective. In this episode, we will unpack 5 of the great local church ministry chal...

Episode 026, Fighting the Great Battles of Our Time, Part 2 of 3

Christians, as cultural change agents who love the world and want to help it and the people in it, have an obligation to understand the world in which they live.  The great challenges of our world need to be identified and understood, then addressed.  This episode, Fighting the Great Battles of Our Time, is part 2 of a 3 part series dealing with an explanation of these things from an evangelical Christian perspective. In this episode, we will unpack 5 of the great theological and ideologic...

Episode 025, Fighting the Great Battles of Our Time, Part 1 of 3

The world rages with tremendous challenges being faced globally and personally.  The challenges of our world need to be identified and understood, then addressed.  This episode, Fighting the Great Battles of Our Time, is part 2 of a 3 part series dealing with an explanation of these things from an evangelical Christian perspective. In this episode, we will unpack 5 of the great global challenges facing our world.  From the challenges of potable water and edible food, to the energy crisis, a...

Episode 021, Content is King (Part 6 of 9)

Episode Description: In this series, we discuss how to use six important principles that are effective in persuading people to follow you.  In a day where people are hoping to expand their Twitter "following" or the number of "Likes" they have on a certain Facebook post, the important ideas of Dr. Robert Cialdini in his book on Influence are especially helpful.  Join me in this short, punchy podcast. Series Description: We live in a Digital Age of information and technology.  As human know...

Episode 020, Content is King (Part 5 of 9)

Episode Information: Inspired by Jon Wuebben and his book, Content is Currency: Developing Powerful Content for Web and Mobile, this podcast outlines 5 key elements for sure-fire impact in expanding your influence and building your audience.  Download and discover how these five strategies can ensure your sustained and increased impact. Series Description: We live in a Digital Age of information and technology.  As human knowledge has increased, the possibilities and opportunities for hel...

Episode 019, Content is King (Part 4 of 9)

Episode Description: Everyone with a message wants to expand their audience. The more people who read or hear or see our message, the more are influenced by our thinking and what we value.  So those who invest time in producing content should also work to promote that content.  We do this by increasing the number of ways our content is distributed.  In this session, I'll discuss 10 different distribution steams you can use to grow your audience.  Enjoy-- and if you like it, share it! Series...

Episode 018, Content is King (Part 3 of 9)

Everyone wants to have more influence.  One of the great ways to do this is by exploring the use of social media.  But after you set up a Facebook or Pinterest or Twitter account, then what?!?  Content sharing or "content marketing" as it is sometimes called, is a key to impact and influence in the Information and Digital Age.    But some people don't really understand the "why" of content sharing. This episode of FREDTalks Podcast will help listeners understand more about a strategy of des...

Episode 017, Content is King (Part 2 of 9)

We live in a Digital Age of information and technology.  As human knowledge has increased, the possibilities and opportunities for helping people meet global needs have grown exponentially.  With the challenges our world and its people face, there is an increasing realization that knowledge is no longer scarce and that it should be shared as a gift to others for the common good. In this session, we will think about the sources of content, and examples of different types that can be produce...

Episode 016, Content is King (Part 1 of 9)

We live in a Digital Age of information and technology.  As human knowledge has increased, the possibilities and opportunities for helping people meet global needs have grown exponentially.  With the challenges our world and its people face, there is an increasing realization that knowledge is no longer scarce and that it should be shared as a gift to others for the common good.  Learn more about content sharing in this podcast.