I Am In Podcast
by I Am In Media, LLC
The I Am In Podcast presents an impressive list of speakers from the Friday Forums at the Boise State Institute of Religion.Each speaker presents stories and experiences from their life that have stood as defining moments where their reliance upon our Savior got them through. From doctors and millionaires, to builders and presidents - you are bound to be inspired by the experiences shared by this curated list of amazing individuals.
Episodes
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Jim McCauley
Brother and Sister McCauley met at BYU in Provo Utah. They married and moved to Eagle Idaho where they have raised an impressive family, grown a thriving business and have served in various capacities in the church of Jesus Christ. They are a dynamic couple with numerous examples of Christlike...
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Deven Davis
Married 21 years, yahoo! Met in seminary at Eagle High School. Deven served his mission in Sao Paulo Brazil and then went to BYU. Kim played softball for Snow College in Ephraim, UT and then worked for the Church at the Family History Library in downtown Salt Lake City. We have 4 amazing and...
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Paul Johnson
Paul Johnson describes his life’s blessings as coming to him “pressed down, shaken together, and flowing over.” Those abundant blessings have actually included some very hard trials—being single until he finally got married at age 36; caring for his late wife who was diagnosed with MS two years...
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Bonnie Jensen
Bonnie was born and raised in Boise, Idaho. She graduated from Capital High School in 1967 and attended Ricks College and Brigham Young University. She married Norm Jensen from Middleton, Idaho in 1970. They have five children and twenty-four grandchildren. When Bonnie was a young mother she...
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Dana Petersen
Dana Peterson is an entrepreneur, a licensed Realtor, an amazing photographer who has lived in the Treasure Valley for almost 20 years. She has a bachelor’s degree in Communications and Spanish minor from the University of Idaho. She has been the Chairman for the Distinguished Young Women program...
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Eric Garner
Eric Garner was born in Florida and introduced to the Gospel by a friend following his freshman year of college at the University of Florida. He decided to join the Church that summer, and left that fall to attend Ricks College in Idaho. It was in Rexburg that he met Gloria King, they would later...
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Stacy Turner
As a child, I grew up on my family’s dairy farm in Raft River, Idaho and attended school in Declo. After high school graduation, I ventured off to cosmetology school and have now been a professional hair stylist for 40 years. I have been married to my high school sweetheart for almost 37 years....
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Dan Thompson
Dan Thompson is a financial advisor, investor, business owner, and educator. Born and raised in Modesto, CA with 2 brothers and 2 sisters, he played Water Polo, loved to snow ski and water-ski. Dan served a church mission in Columbia, South Carolina. Throughout his life he has served in numerous...
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Carrie Miller
Carrie is a lover of all things good--the gospel, the outdoors, and food! She runs an inspirational Instagram account and a food account. She and her husband have been married 24 years and have 3 kiddos that inspire her to be better every single day. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Family...
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Tara Motyer
Tara Motyer is a local portrait photographer, graphic designer and business owner of Dragonfly Photo & Design. She also works part-time with Company Vitals as a member of their team offering CFO services to businesses. Born and raised in Canada, she and her husband, Jeff moved to Boise 27 years...
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Fred Betzold
Brother Fred Betzold was born in Emmett, Idaho and grew up working on his family’s apple farm. Brother Betzold joined the church at the age of 18 after several years of fellowship from his childhood friends. A year after joining the church he again followed the example of his friends and was…
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Roger Madison
President Roger Madison was born in Boise, Idaho. He attended Meridian High School on a part-time basis, and Centennial High just long enough to get a diploma. He attended Utah Valley University for a year where he met his wife Alyse, she was attending BYU. They both graduated from Boise State...
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Jeff Erekson
“We will simply do what is asked of us.” This has been the motto of Jeff and Tina Erekson since the beginning of their marriage. Brother Erekson served a church mission in Manchester England. After he and Tina Thurber married, he was called as a bishop in 1999, a Stake President in 2006, an area...
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Ron Zabel
Ron Zabel was born and raised in Kuna, Idaho. Bishop Zobel now serves as a YSA Bishop in the Ontario YSA ward. Married to his wife, Jaymi, for 30 years. He’s blessed the lives of youth and young adults through various callings. Ron manages Little Creek Ranch in Parma, Idaho. He’s admired by all…
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Vern Porter
President Vern Porter, president of the Boise YSA Stake, shares what he sees in the wonderful young adults he serves. Together with his wife Cori, they share the blessings that they have seen in their life while serving together in various church leadership positions. Two of the greatest people!...
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Carleen Tanner
Sister Carleen Tanner, a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a mother of ten children, grandmother of forty and devoted wife to the world’s best papa, Mike. Through raising her children, lots of personal study and following the guidance of the Holy Ghost, she is a...
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President Lance Millington
President Lance Millington is the newest member of the Boise YSA Stake Presidency. In this discussion, he shares how the Lord has guided his life through college, mission, marriage and career. Professionally, President Millington has 25 years of sales and marketing experience in technology...
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Jess Anderson
There are times when life doesn’t turn out the way we envisioned. When that happens, choose to turn to the Savior. He will always lead you and walk with you down the best path. Jess Anderson shares her story of twists and turns, and how her connection with Christ brought the answers she needed.…
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Lynae Smith
When life feels empty and you desire light, you might pause and say a little prayer in your car, and ask your creator for help. Then be amazed at how he answers that prayer–with a hot, grilled burger, a friendly invitation, and a table full of new friends. Lynae Smith shares her story of how God...
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Dating 101
What is a date? Who’s supposed to ask? Why is it important to date? What if I don’t want to go?? These questions and many more, are asked by young adults all the time. The answers can vary according to who you are talking to and what your situation looks like. Thanks to these amazing young…
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Cassidy Pyper & Becca Harvey
Cassidy Pyper & Becca Harvey
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Colby Harris
Imagine a 14 year old teen from Idaho, in a time of darkness and discouragement, praying to God for light and help. Then imagine God answering his prayer. Listen to the two-year journey of Colby Harris as he let God Prevail in his life. He shares key moments in his life that helped him come to…
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"The Justins"
“The Justins” The search for truth is something mankind has been doing since the world began. Today, two young adults share their search for truth, and how their desire to find Christ, led them to conversion into His church. Each young adult has a unique story to share, as well as an intertwined...
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Amber Irvine
Amber Irvine is a licensed professional counselor, single mother, and active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She speaks about the roller coaster of life’s journey and how the Savior is always present along the way. She is an eternal believer in hope and a tool for the...
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Ryan Butler
Ryan Butler is currently serving as the Stake President of the Nampa Idaho YSA Stake. Professionally, he teaches youth and young adults in seminary and institute classes in the treasure valley during the week. Now, with the formation of an additional YSA stake, he leads as he motivates, inspires...
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Nicolette McKinlay
Nicolette McKinlay, a writer for “How Does She” shares her story from growing up in Parker, Idaho to living a full and busy life as a wife, Mother of 4, and entrepreneurial businesswoman. She loves the Lord and lets Him direct her journey, one day, one little moment at a time.
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Craig Spjute
We have the privilege of talking with Craig Spjute. He graduated from Boise State in 1987 and started teaching seminary at Meridian and Boise High. By 1991 he was asked to direct the Institute choir. This was the start of his journey with the Institute program. The choir which started with just…
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FSY Teachers
In this episode sister Burk interviews teachers who participated in the 2022 FSY events around the country. Join us as we learn of their experiences and how the youth are blessed through these wonderful new opportunities to draw closer to the Savior each year!
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FSY Counselors
In this episode, Sister Burk interviews former FSY counselors about their experiences during the summer of 2022. Join us for some wonderful lessons learned and insights into this new opportunity for youth and young adults in the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints!
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FSY Session Directors
2022 was the first summer for FSY—which stands for: “For the Strength of Youth Camps” put on by the Church of Jesus Christ of latter-day saints. During June, July, and August, youth across North America traveled by stakes to various University Campuses for a one-week spiritual experience. Through...
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Chad Roskelley
Chad Roskelley grew up in Utah, one of nine children. His childhood was very unique. He was blessed with a great Bishop who helped him get on a mission and Mission President who was able to get him into college. Both men changed the direction of his life, and ultimately his future. Chad attended...
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Will Johns
Listen this week as Brother Will Johns teaches an important message about belonging.
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Jim Edwards
Join us this week as Jim Edwards helps to define "American Exceptionalism" through a gospel perspective.
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Brendan Felix
Join as us we hear how Brother Brendan Felix has seen God manifest Himself in his life.
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John Gagnon
Join us this week as Brother John Gagnon shares some life experiences that have been monumental in his ability to say I am In!
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Clay Anderson
Join us this week to hear from Clay Anderson - a local commercial real estate mogul who played college sports and whose family is the center of his life.
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Matt Swenson
Matt Swenson is the Institute CHoir director for both Boise and Nampa institute choirs. He enjoys spending time with his wife and 6 children and loves his occupation as an instructor for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He has degrees in Music Education, Choral Conducting, and...
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Ike Stafford
Ike Stafford grew up in Auburn, Washington. He received his bachelor’s degree from the College of Idaho in Business International Political Economy. He then went to the University of Idaho and received his Law degree. After 6 months of working as an attorney, Brother Stafford was hired as a...
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Rob Deeble
Rob Deeble - Institute Instructor
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The Presidents Episode
Join us as we host the past institute council presidents, Kyle Lemon & Hayden Atkinson who have had unique experiences serving as the past two Boise-Nampa institute council presidents. Join us as we discuss what the institute is and how it can benefit you, through the eyes of these wonderful…
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Matt & Michelle - Semester Recap
Matt Swenson & Michelle Burk discuss the past 10 episodes, what they gathered, and share some insights of their own. They speak about the upcoming episodes. Montey Stile's website is discussed briefly. Here is the link to that: https://www.montestiles.com/
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Megan Jones
Megan Jones grew up in Boise Idaho and attended Boise High School. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from the University of Massachusetts. Megan & her husband Tyler have lived in Boston, Hawaii, San Francisco, Chicago, Virginia, Germany, Cleveland & Idaho. She and her husband Tyler are the...
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Jim Duthie
Today's guest speaker is Jim Duthie, a meteorologist with KTVB Channel 7 in Boise, Idaho. Jim Duthie was born in Mesa, Arizona. After attending a year of college at Arizona State University in Tempe, he served a two-year mission in Pennsylvania. After returning home, he married his wife, Tammy…
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Monte Stiles
Monte Stiles served his entire professional legal career of 29 years as a state and federal drug prosecutor. For 24 years, Monte was an Assistant United States Attorney for the District of Idaho where he supervised the Organized Crime/Drug Enforcement Task Force – a group of agents and…
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Steve Smith
Steve Smith
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Nathan Meeker
Nathan Meeker.
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Matt Huff
Matt Huff was born in Emmett, ID, and raised in Teton Valley. He calls Idaho home. He loves the outdoors and considers it a dream to grow up here. Brother Huff served a mission in Maceio, Brazil. He met his wife, Serena, at Idaho State University. They were married in the Boise Idaho Temple and…
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Bret Anderson
Bret Anderson was born in Alabama at the conclusion of his father’s Air Force service. He was raised in western Washington in a small agriculturally based city of 6000 people. He briefly attended a junior college with an interest in Civil Engineering. He was called to serve as a missionary in the...
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Jeff Mower
Jeff Mower was born and raised in Roosevelt Utah. He served a 2-year church mission to Kiev, Ukraine. Following his mission he attended Snow College and Boise State University, but claims to be a 100% BYU fanatic. Brother Mower moved to Idaho 24 years ago. By profession, he is an entrepreneur of...
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Cathy Yoder
Cathy Yoder is a mother of 8 children, an entrepreneur, a website owner, a YouTuber, and most importantly, a daughter of God. Cathy has lived in Boise since she was four years old and graduated from Borah High School in 1993. She attended Boise State University for three semesters before she...
About this show
The I Am In Podcast presents an impressive list of speakers from the Friday Forums at the Boise State Institute of Religion.Each speaker presents stories and experiences from their life that have stood as defining moments where their reliance upon our Savior got them through. From doctors and millionaires, to builders and presidents - you are bound to be inspired by the experiences shared by this curated list of amazing individuals.
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