Wayne Thomas Batson on teaching, transformation, and how telling stories changes us

Tracey talks with best-selling author, veteran teacher, and local treasure Wayne Thomas Batson, about his latest book, teaching middle-schoolers in a pandemic and how great stories still have the power to change us. 3:30- Teaching during a pandemic in 20205:48- Behind the passion of teaching7:00- Experimenting with on-line teaching8:43- A special story for Tracey13:30- Why Wayne was drawn to A Christmas Carol15:54- Wayne’s new book18:34- Issues in our time that keep us from trusting God 22:41- The theme of grace and transformation 29:21- Resources of where to find Wayne’s book30:42- The best teaching experience for Wayne here in 202032:54- Moving into the New Year34:32- Plans for writing in 2021If you love the podcast you'll love the radio show! We host BRIGHT-FM Mornings on BRIGHT-FM in Baltimore, Maryland. Join us every morning for the perfect blend of music, laughter, and positive vibes — because your mornings deserve a touch of brilliance! If you are in the Baltimore area, listen on your radio at 95.1. Live on the Eastern Shore of Maryland? Check out 103.1. And of course, listen wherever you are at brightfm.com.Join our private Facebook GroupFollow TraceyFollow TiffanieFollow JohnIf you love the podcast you'll love the radio show! We host BRIGHT-FM Mornings on BRIGHT-FM in Baltimore, Maryland. Join us every morning for the perfect blend of music, laughter, and positive vibes — because your mornings deserve a touch of brilliance! If you are in the Baltimore area, listen on your radio at 95.1. Live on the Eastern Shore of Maryland? Check out 103.1. And of course, listen wherever you are at BRIGHTFM.com.Join our private Facebook GroupFollow TraceyFollow TiffanieFollow John