Latest Intervarsity Podcast Episodes
REVISIT: Making Room in Advent with Bette Dickinson
After IV - December 05, 2023 06:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsAdvent has officially begun! As a way to prep for this season, enjoy a revisit of last year's conversation with Bette Dickinson about her book Making Room in Advent: 25 Devotions for a Season of Wonder. See you in 2024 with new episodes of After IV! RELATED EPISODE Why Advent? with Ja...
E100: Celebrating 100 Episodes of After IV: A Top 10 Countdown!
After IV - November 28, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 17 ratings100 EPISODES!! This week, we celebrate the 100th episode of After IV! Enjoy a countdown of the Top 10 most popular episodes from the last 3 years along with some commentary from Jon and a returning guest, Steve Baty (Jon's bestie). And stay tuned until the end for a very exciting annou...
E99: From Passion to Doubt to Spiritual Reawakening: The Story of Rocco’s Modern Life
After IV - November 21, 2023 06:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsThis week, Jon chats with Rocco, an InterVarsity alumnus who shares a story of hope and deep faith turned to overwhelming skepticism. Just a few short years after graduation, Rocco was no longer interested in Jesus... Until one night when God made it abundantly clear that he was still v...
E98: What is Theology and Why Should it Matter to Me?
After IV - November 14, 2023 06:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsTheology? Isn't that just for pastors and academics? No! This week's guests, Dr. Emily Hill and Dr. Jeff Liou, would contend that we are all theologians and that our theology has extremely practical implications for our everyday life. Emily and Jeff are theologians, are on staff with I...
E97: "Harvest" Part 3: The Final Chapter!
After IV - November 07, 2023 06:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsThis week, we get to hear the final portion of Jon's conversation with "Harvest", an alumna with a 15-year history of missions work in China. Jon and "Harvest" reflect further on insights from the COVID-19 pandemic, and "Harvest" shares about a Chinese New Year celebration with an unexp...
E96: Three Little Words for Navigating Difficult Conversations
After IV - October 31, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratings"I love conflict and I never worry about saying the wrong thing." (Said no one, ever...) Hard conversations are exactly that. Hard. We worry about making the most compelling argument and being able to answer every question perfectly. But what if the most important thing about a hard c...
E95: Embracing Your Loneliness: A Recipe for Disaster or Deeper Compassion?
After IV - October 24, 2023 05:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratings"I don't wanna be lonely no more..." (Rob Thomas, 2005) We're in a loneliness epidemic and we want to find a way out. But what if there's something to be gained by EMBRACING LONELINESS in healthy ways instead of simply trying to eliminate it? Jason Gaboury, author of Wait With Me: Mee...
E94: Faith, Courage, and a Much-Needed Hug: Persevering When Community is Hard to Find
After IV - October 17, 2023 05:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsDid you ever just need a hug? Last year, Corryn moved to Small Town, MN for a new job after graduation. With few churches and even fewer recent grads, finding meaningful connections was much harder than expected. Today, Corryn shares her story of the faith, courage, and one incredibly...
E93: But What ACTUALLY Happened?: Five Months Post-Graduation with Nolan Groninger
After IV - October 10, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsWhat ever happened to Nolan? Back in May, we met Nolan Groninger, a Purdue University alumnus who was about to step into life after graduation. He had several questions and extremely high hopes for this new season. But what actually happened? Today we find out! Nolan rejoins the podcas...
BONUS EPISODE: Dr. Louis Tay & Well-Being at Work
After IV - October 03, 2023 05:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsIn this previously unheard moment, Dr. Louis Tay gives practical advice for promoting well-being in the workplace. Missed Dr. Tay's original episode? Check it out below! Feeling Good/Doing Good: Expertise on Well-Being and Optimal Functioning - Apple, Spotify ★ Support this podcast...
BONUS EPISODE: Kate Harwood & Church Conga Lines
After IV - September 26, 2023 05:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsIn this previously unheard moment, Kate Harwood (JMU Alumna) shares about her love for the local church and the impact its having in her life after graduation. Missed Kate's original episode? Check it out below! I'm Gone to Carolina: Post-Graduation with the Greensboro Fellows - Apple...
BONUS EPISODE: Hon Eng & Be a Sṓzō not a Bozo
After IV - September 19, 2023 05:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsIn this previously unheard moment, Hon Eng (IV Grad & Faculty Ministry) shares about the ministry of human flourishing and its encouragement to grad students. Missed Hon's original episode? Check it out below! Grad School and Beyond: Navigating Faith and Academia - Apple, Spotify ★...
BONUS EPISODE: “Harvest” & River vs. Boulder
After IV - September 12, 2023 05:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsIn the previously unheard moment, "Harvest" (a longterm alumna missionary to China) gives a surprising answer to Jon's question about potential risks and backlash to being discovered as a missionary. Missed "Harvest's" previous episodes? Enjoy below! How I Got to China ("Harvest" Part...
E92: Self-Control Instead of Reckless Indulgence: Beyond Willpower and Positive Thinking
After IV - September 05, 2023 05:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratings"What I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do" (Romans 7:15). Reckless indulgence. It's a battle we all fight. Do we just need more willpower or is there something more? This week, Jay Kim returns to talk about cultivating self-control instead of reckless indulgence and provides ...
E91: Joy Instead of Comparison: Anchored in God’s Goodness with Jay Kim
After IV - August 29, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsComparison is literally killing us. But the antidote is probably simpler than you think. Pastor and author Jay Kim joins this week to share about joy deeply rooted in God's goodness as the remedy our souls need for constant comparison in this digital age. Jay Kim is the lead pastor of...
E90: Feeling Good/Doing Good: Expertise on Well-Being and Optimal Functioning
After IV - August 22, 2023 05:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsWe all want to live healthy, fulfilling lives. But how do you actually do that? This week, Dr. Louis Tay from Purdue University's Department of Psychological Sciences shares his expertise on well-being and how to live a life built on a foundation of loving God and having godly loves. W...
E89: Navigating Anxiety with Grace and Grit: 10 Tips for Post-Graduation Anxiety
After IV - August 15, 2023 05:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsWhy am I anxious? How do I manage my anxiety? How am I supposed to feel about being an anxious Christian? We answer these questions and more this week as Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Barry Ries, helps us better understand our anxiety and provides 10 healthy tips for anxiety management in ...
E88: I'm Gone to Carolina: Post-Graduation with the Greensboro Fellows
After IV - August 08, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsWhat if there was a program to help you start well in life after graduation? There is! This week, James Madison University alumna, Kate Harwood, joins Jon to share about her experience with the Greensboro Fellows and how it helped prepare her to flourish at work, at church, and in the w...
E87: From Gap Year to Volunteer: Why "Failure" Should Always Be an Option
After IV - August 01, 2023 05:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsSometimes our plans completely crash and burn... That was Linda's experience. But after taking an unexpected gap year in the middle of her college career, Linda found that God has a way of turning our ruined plans into amazing opportunities. Enjoy this alumna's story of learning to trus...
E86: Grad School and Beyond: Navigating Faith and Academia
After IV - July 25, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratings"How do I navigate faith and grad school?" This week, Jon is joined by Hon Eng, a seasoned professional with InterVarsity's Grad and Faculty Ministry (GFM). From transitioning to grad school, dealing with anxiety, and understanding the concept of calling, this episode highlights how GFM...
E85: Meeting Jesus in Mandatory Quarantine: A Conversation with "Harvest" (Part 2)
After IV - July 18, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsFrom delivering "Spiritual Takeout" to mandatory quarantine, this InterVarsity Alumna has experienced it all as a missionary in China. In this episode, we continue our conversation with "Harvest" (named changed for her protection) as she shares what it was like to develop a unique appro...
BONUS EPISODE: Dr. Onorio Chaparro & Discipleship
After IV - July 11, 2023 05:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsBONUS! Enjoy this previously unheard moment from Jon's conversation with Dr. Onorio Chaparro as they discuss realistic expectations for discipleship in a church setting. Catch Dr. Onorio's original episode HERE! Related Episode Find the Right Church with Pastor Steve Douglas Stay in...
BONUS EPISODE: Nicole Carline & More Roommate Stories
After IV - July 04, 2023 05:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsBONUS! Enjoy a few previously unheard stories from Jon and Nicole's conversation about living with roommates. (And, yes, Jon and Nicole are still the ones to blame...) Catch Nicole's original episode HERE! Stay in Touch! Instagram & FB: @afterivpod What was your favorite part of the...
BONUS EPISODE: Bridget Gee & Holy Aloneness
After IV - June 27, 2023 05:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsBONUS! Bridget Gee explains "Holy Aloneness" as described in her book Single. Just Because. Enjoy our original interview with Bridget HERE. More From Bridget: Read Single, Just Because: A Pilgrimage into Holy Aloneness (Register for Alumni Discount HERE) Enjoy Bridget's Podcast Sol...
E84: Broad Paths and Strong Ankles (Finding Your Footing with Psalm 18)
After IV - June 20, 2023 05:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsWhat can I expect from God as I step into life after graduation? On this episode, Jon and Halley (Minnesota State - Mankato) break down Psalm 18 to see what we might learn about God's posture toward us in times of transition. This one's for you, alumni! From this episode Psalm 18 Man...
E83: A Companion for Transition (Finding Your Footing in the Gap Decade)
After IV - June 13, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsThe Gap Decade: When You're Technically an Adult But Really Don't Feel Like it Yet. In this episode we chat with author Katie Schnack about her fantastic companion piece to transition, The Gap Decade. With equal parts humor and thoughtfulness, Katie helps us learn how to navigate a majo...
E82: Can I Put InterVarsity on My Resume? (Finding Your Footing with Resumes)
After IV - June 06, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsYes! Your InterVarsity experience is actually a great resume builder! Certified HR professional and Alumna Kaitlynn Steele joins us on this episode to help us better understand how to use IV leadership and membership to build a quality resume. This one's for you, Alumni! More from Kai...
E81: Where's My Proxe Station?! (Finding Your Footing with Evangelism)
After IV - May 30, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratings"" Needing some direction on how to share the Gospel now that you've graduated? Jamie Ladipo, IV Alumna and member of InterVarsity's Evangelism Department, joins this episode to provide extremely practical evangelism tools for your new post-graduation context. This one's for you, Alum...
E80: I'm so Tired of Church Hopping! (Finding Your Footing in a New Church)
After IV - May 23, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsI'm exploring a new church after graduation. How do I know if it's healthy? Is it a good fit? Dr. Onorio Chaparro (Hunter College alumnus) shares wisdom from his years of pastoral experience to help us answer these questions. This one's for you, Alumni! Related Episode: Find the Rig...
E79: Finding Your Footing with New Roommates
After IV - May 16, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratings"So, a guy walks out of Walmart at midnight with a plunger and a whole lot of passive aggression..." On this episode, Jon and his IV Alumna friend, Nicole Carline, tell stories about their best and worst experiences living with roommates after graduation. Listen in and learn how to be a...
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