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Resolutions Podcast

122 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 31 ratings

Hosts Chris Campbell and Michael Gum tackle tough life issues and situations, seeking to create a space where difficult topics become helpful conversation. Chris draws from his experience as a Christian counselor and interviews guests from various fields of expertise.

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RUNDOWN 11: How To Emotionally Prepare For The 2020 Election

October 04, 2020 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris offers advice on how to best emotionally prepare for the 2020 United States Presidential Election, including tips for Election Day itself, and important Biblical principles that can inform a graceful approach to this year's political climate.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Rundown 11: How To Emotionally Prepare For The 2020 Election

October 04, 2020 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris offers advice on how to best emotionally prepare for the 2020 United States Presidential Election, including tips for Election Day itself, and important Biblical principles that can inform a graceful approach to this year's political climate.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Pet Adoption In A Pandemic: “What were we thinking?!”

September 27, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MB

In this episode of the Resolutions Podcast, Chris interviews Daniel McLaughlin, Founder, CEO and Lead Trainer of Loudoun K9. Daniel gives us the basics on successfully integrating a dog into your home. We also talk about the intersection of life purpose, faith, and dog training. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

25: Pet Adoption In A Pandemic: “What were we thinking?!”

September 27, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MB

In this episode of the Resolutions Podcast, Chris interviews Daniel McLaughlin, Founder, CEO and Lead Trainer of Loudoun K9. Daniel gives us the basics on successfully integrating a dog into your home. We also talk about the intersection of life purpose, faith, and dog training. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Rundown 10: 7 Ways To Get Your Kids Ready For Virtual or Hybrid Learning

September 06, 2020 16:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MB

In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris offers advice for parents heading into a unique, COVID-era school year, seeking not just to survive its challenges, but capitalize on its opportunities.   The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

RUNDOWN 10: 7 Ways To Get Your Kids Ready For Virtual or Hybrid Learning

September 06, 2020 16:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MB

In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris offers advice for parents heading into a unique, COVID-era school year, seeking not just to survive its challenges, but capitalize on its opportunities.   The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

24: Continuing The Conversation On Race In America (Daryl Fitzgerald)

August 25, 2020 19:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MB

Chris enlists the help of past guest Daryl Fitzgerald to help continue to discuss and unpack issues of racial injustice, systemic discrimination, and cultural bias.  Chris asks Daryl for his thoughts about 3 common themes in listeners' feedback to our previous episodes concerning race. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Continuing The Conversation On Race In America (Daryl Fitzgerald)

August 25, 2020 19:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MB

Chris enlists the help of past guest Daryl Fitzgerald to help continue to discuss and unpack issues of racial injustice, systemic discrimination, and cultural bias.  Chris asks Daryl for his thoughts about 3 common themes in listeners' feedback to our previous episodes concerning race. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Linda Winn, Pt. 2: Combatting Double Standards & Embracing Empathy

July 19, 2020 16:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MB

The continuation of Chris's interview with Linda Winn.  In this segment, Linda talks about the double standard in policing white and black Americans, drawing from experience both as a Baltimore police officer and a special agent in the Drug Enforcement Administration.  Chris and Linda also discuss the importance of empathy in law enforcement.  Part 2 of 2. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

23: Linda Winn, Pt. 2: Combatting Double Standards & Embracing Empathy

July 19, 2020 16:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

The continuation of Chris's interview with Linda Winn.  In this segment, Linda talks about the double standard in policing white and black Americans, drawing from experience both as a Baltimore police officer and a special agent in the Drug Enforcement Administration.  Chris and Linda also discuss the importance of empathy in law enforcement.  Part 2 of 2. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

22: Linda Winn, Pt. 1: Stories From An African American Police Officer

July 06, 2020 20:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

In this episode, Chris and Michael continue their conversation concerning race in America.  Chris interviews Linda Winn, a clinical social worker with a former career in law enforcement.  Linda shares stories and insights from her experiences growing up as an African American woman in Baltimore, Maryland, and working for the Baltimore PD in the 1980s.  Part 1 of 2. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Linda Winn, Pt. 1: Stories From An African American Police Officer

July 06, 2020 20:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

In this episode, Chris and Michael continue their conversation concerning race in America.  Chris interviews Linda Winn, a clinical social worker with a former career in law enforcement.  Linda shares stories and insights from her experiences growing up as an African American woman in Baltimore, Maryland, and working for the Baltimore PD in the 1980s.  Part 1 of 2. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

21: Social Injustice, Cultural Bias, and Systemic Racism (Daryl Fitzgerald)

June 14, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MB

Chris and Michael open a helpful conversation on the difficult topic of racial injustice.  Chris has an extended conversation with Daryl Fitzgerald, who offers a valuable perspective on systemic racism, walking us through the ways that cultural blindness and cultural bias have led to the cultural oppression of African Americans for the past 400 years. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Social Injustice, Cultural Bias, and Systemic Racism (Daryl Fitzgerald)

June 14, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MB

Chris and Michael open a helpful conversation on the difficult topic of racial injustice.  Chris has an extended conversation with Daryl Fitzgerald, who offers a valuable perspective on systemic racism, walking us through the ways that cultural blindness and cultural bias have led to the cultural oppression of African Americans for the past 400 years. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Responding to Job Loss & Economic Recession (Bob Waddell)

May 31, 2020 17:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

Chris and Michael lean on the wisdom of the Resolutions Podcast's financial guru Bob Waddell, offering practical tips for those facing unexpected financial struggles or job loss amid the economic recession. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

20: Responding to Job Loss & Economic Recession (Bob Waddell)

May 31, 2020 17:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

Chris and Michael lean on the wisdom of the Resolutions Podcast's financial guru Bob Waddell, offering practical tips for those facing unexpected financial struggles or job loss amid the economic recession. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

RUNDOWN 9: A Virtual Commencement Address From Chris

May 27, 2020 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris offers words of encouragement for high school seniors ready to journey into a new world, but also adults who are preparing (or have begun) to re-enter their existing world once again.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Rundown 9: A Virtual Commencement Address From Chris

May 27, 2020 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris offers words of encouragement for high school seniors ready to journey into a new world, but also adults who are preparing (or have begun) to re-enter their existing world once again.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

COVID Stories of Hope and Grace

May 03, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MB

Chris and Michael showcase stories of hope and grace in the midst of COVID-19.  Chris welcomes special guests -- a Coronavirus survivor in West Virginia and two friends on lockdown in Italy. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

19: COVID Stories of Hope and Grace

May 03, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MB

Chris and Michael showcase stories of hope and grace in the midst of COVID-19.  Chris welcomes special guests -- a Coronavirus survivor in West Virginia and two friends on lockdown in Italy. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

18: Combatting Child Abuse During The COVID-19 Confinement (Robert Peters)

April 17, 2020 04:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MB

One of our most important podcasts. In this episode we give a crash course on child abuse and call listeners to simple steps of action to make homes a safe place for kids during these uncertain times.  Special guest is Robert J. Peters Esq., Senior Attorney with the Zero Abuse Project and the founder of the SHIELD Task Force.  This is a must-hear episode. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Combatting Child Abuse During The COVID-19 Confinement (Robert Peters)

April 17, 2020 04:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MB

One of our most important podcasts. In this episode we give a crash course on child abuse and call listeners to simple steps of action to make homes a safe place for kids during these uncertain times.  Special guest is Robert J. Peters Esq., Senior Attorney with the Zero Abuse Project and the founder of the SHIELD Task Force.  This is a must-hear episode. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Rundown 8: Financial Wisdom In Uncertain Times

March 29, 2020 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MB

In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris and Michael continue to offer hopeful perspectives in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis.  Chris enlists the help of Bob Waddell to encourage listeners and offer guidance with their finances as the Stay at Home or Shelter in Place restrictions of many states have disrupted the economy.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

RUNDOWN 8: Financial Wisdom In Uncertain Times

March 29, 2020 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MB

In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris and Michael continue to offer hopeful perspectives in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis.  Chris enlists the help of Bob Waddell to encourage listeners and offer guidance with their finances as the Stay at Home or Shelter in Place restrictions of many states have disrupted the economy.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

RUNDOWN 7: Talking To Your Kids About The Coronavirus

March 22, 2020 16:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris and Michael offer tips on how to talk to your kids about the Coronavirus.  As daily routines are upended and panic continues to spread, we seek to provide peace and guidance when it comes to explaining this global crisis from a hopeful, age-appropriate, godly perspective.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Rundown 7: Talking To Your Kids About The Coronavirus

March 22, 2020 16:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris and Michael offer tips on how to talk to your kids about the Coronavirus.  As daily routines are upended and panic continues to spread, we seek to provide peace and guidance when it comes to explaining this global crisis from a hopeful, age-appropriate, godly perspective.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

RUNDOWN 6: Keeping Your Sanity in the Midst of Public Health Fears

March 13, 2020 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris and Michael discuss ways to manage stress and anxiety as public concern grows over COVID-19, the recent strain of the Coronavirus.  Chris enlists the help of Dr. Aaron Campbell to provide information on the spread of COVID-19, its signs and symptoms, prevention, and when to seek treatment.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Rundown 6: Keeping Your Sanity in the Midst of Public Health Fears

March 13, 2020 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris and Michael discuss ways to manage stress and anxiety as public concern grows over COVID-19, the recent strain of the Coronavirus.  Chris enlists the help of Dr. Aaron Campbell to provide information on the spread of COVID-19, its signs and symptoms, prevention, and when to seek treatment.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Vibrant Family Culture from the Trinity Café (Soren Johnson)

February 23, 2020 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29.6 MB

Chris and Michael discuss the challenges of Christian family life, including attachment issues, technology, and the dwindling faith of America.  Chris interviews Soren Johnson of Trinity House Community & Trinity House Café. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

17: Vibrant Family Culture from the Trinity Café (Soren Johnson)

February 23, 2020 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

Chris and Michael discuss the challenges of Christian family life, including attachment issues, technology, and the dwindling faith of America.  Chris interviews Soren Johnson of Trinity House Community & Trinity House Café. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

16: Divorce, Ministry, and the De-Hallmarking of Christian Relationships (Chris Eads)

February 09, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MB

Chris and Michael offer a hopeful perspective on the realities of divorce and how to thrive despite its challenges.  Chris interviews Chris Eads, who shares his story of a painful divorce that he endured as the senior pastor of a successful church plant.  Stick around after the episode (48m19s) for the resolution to Chris's story. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Divorce, Ministry, and the De-Hallmarking of Christian Relationships (Chris Eads)

February 09, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MB

Chris and Michael offer a hopeful perspective on the realities of divorce and how to thrive despite its challenges.  Chris interviews Chris Eads, who shares his story of a painful divorce that he endured as the senior pastor of a successful church plant.  Stick around after the episode (48m19s) for the resolution to Chris's story. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

15: Leaks, Snowballs, and Stick Chickens (Bob Waddell)

January 26, 2020 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

Chris and Michael discuss finances and getting out of debt.  Chris's guest is Financial Peace University teacher/consultant Bob Waddell.  Check out the full show notes for more info on Bob Waddell, as well as Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Leaks, Snowballs, and Stick Chickens (Bob Waddell)

January 26, 2020 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

Chris and Michael discuss finances and getting out of debt.  Chris's guest is Financial Peace University teacher/consultant Bob Waddell.  Check out the full show notes for more info on Bob Waddell, as well as Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Addiction & Recovery (Sam Anthony Lucania)

January 12, 2020 17:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MB

Welcome to Season Two!  In this episode, Chris and Michael are joined by author and TED speaker Sam Anthony Lucania to address the issue of addiction and recovery.  They discuss the opioid epidemic in the U.S. (and particularly West Virginia), and the role of faith and family in the recovery process.  Don't forget to check out the full show notes at our website, and be sure to contact us with your comments, questions, and suggestions. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: podcast@resolutionso...

14: Addiction & Recovery (Sam Anthony Lucania)

January 12, 2020 17:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MB

Welcome to Season Two!  In this episode, Chris and Michael are joined by author and TED speaker Sam Anthony Lucania to address the issue of addiction and recovery.  They discuss the opioid epidemic in the U.S. (and particularly West Virginia), and the role of faith and family in the recovery process.  Don't forget to check out the full show notes at our website, and be sure to contact us with your comments, questions, and suggestions. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: podcast@resolutionso...

RUNDOWN 5: How Not to Regret Your Holiday Spending

November 24, 2019 17:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

Black Friday is upon us!  In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris and Michael provide 2 simple tips for how not to regret your holiday spending.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Rundown 5: How Not to Regret Your Holiday Spending

November 24, 2019 17:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

Black Friday is upon us!  In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris and Michael provide 2 simple tips for how not to regret your holiday spending.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

RUNDOWN 4: Helpful Holiday Tips

November 17, 2019 17:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

It's the most wonderful time of the year!  In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris and Michael talk about how to avoid the common pitfalls and stresses of the holiday season.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Rundown 4: Helpful Holiday Tips

November 17, 2019 17:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

It's the most wonderful time of the year!  In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris and Michael talk about how to avoid the common pitfalls and stresses of the holiday season.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

RUNDOWN 3: Staying Calm

November 10, 2019 17:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris and Michael discuss staying calm when you are about to lose it.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Rundown 3: Staying Calm

November 10, 2019 17:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

In this Resolutions Rundown, Chris and Michael discuss staying calm when you are about to lose it.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

RUNDOWN 2: Handling Criticism

November 03, 2019 16:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

In this edition of the Resolutions Rundown, Chris and Michael discuss handling criticism in a healthy way.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Rundown 2: Handling Criticism

November 03, 2019 16:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

In this edition of the Resolutions Rundown, Chris and Michael discuss handling criticism in a healthy way.  The Resolutions Rundown is an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

RUNDOWN 1: Self-Awareness

October 27, 2019 16:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

Our very first Resolutions Rundown, an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health.  In this episode, Chris and Michael discuss possibly the most underrated personality trait: self-awareness. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

Rundown 1: Self-Awareness

October 27, 2019 16:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

Our very first Resolutions Rundown, an abbreviated podcast where we give you the rundown on great mental health.  In this episode, Chris and Michael discuss possibly the most underrated personality trait: self-awareness. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

13: The Doctrine of Risk

September 22, 2019 16:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MB

In this final episode of Season One, Chris and Michael discuss risk in multiple aspects of Christian life -- ministry, business ventures, parenting decisions, and more.  In the interview segment, Chris's missionary friend Jess outlines her "Doctrine of Risk". Stick around for the end of the episode to hear Chris and Michael discuss plans for Season Two of the podcast, as well as some of the content you'll be hearing here in the meantime. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: podcast@resoluti...

The Doctrine of Risk

September 22, 2019 16:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MB

In this final episode of Season One, Chris and Michael discuss risk in multiple aspects of Christian life -- ministry, business ventures, parenting decisions, and more.  In the interview segment, Chris's missionary friend Jess outlines her "Doctrine of Risk". Stick around for the end of the episode to hear Chris and Michael discuss plans for Season Two of the podcast, as well as some of the content you'll be hearing here in the meantime. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: podcast@resoluti...

Masculinity, Mental Health, & more (Josh Devine part 2)

September 08, 2019 16:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

Chris and Michael discuss therapy, masculinity, and identity.  We also hear part two of Chris's interview with Josh Devine, Communications Director for the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]

12: Masculinity, Mental Health, & more (Josh Devine part 2)

September 08, 2019 16:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

Chris and Michael discuss therapy, masculinity, and identity.  We also hear part two of Chris's interview with Josh Devine, Communications Director for the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. Website/Full Show Notes Contact Us: [email protected]