PODCAST · education
Warrior Talk
by Little Rock Christian Academy
Warrior Talk: The Official Podcast of Little Rock Christian Academy.
Episodes
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Jubilee: LRCA Celebrates 50 Years
As LRCA kicks off its 50th anniversary year, faculty member Nick Quinn and Head of School Dr. Justin Smith sit down to talk about Jubilee, the biblical concept in Leviticus 25 that inspired this year's school theme. They discuss what Jubilee actually meant in Scripture and what it looks like to...
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Shaping a Biblical Worldview for Life
In this episode of Warrior Talk, Head of School Dr. Justin Smith sits down with Warrior alumni parent Dee Brown for a meaningful conversation about faith, leadership, and the lifelong journey of following Jesus. Dee shares how his work with C12 and the Colson Fellows is helping him continue to…
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LRCA Alumni Series: Pearson Dennis, Class of 2020
Continuing our LRCA Alumni Series, Dr. Justin Smith sits down with Pearson Dennis, a Harvard University graduate, to reflect on how life in Warriorville shaped him. Pearson shares what it was like to study and play football on such a historic campus, how his academic focus informs his approach to...
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LRCA Alumni Series: Ava Martin, Class of 2024
🎙️ Warrior Talk Alumni Series continues! This week, we sit down with Ava Martin (Class of 2024), who’s juggling four majors (yes—four!) and traveling the world through her program to gain real-world experience. Ava reflects on how LRCA shaped her journey and how her faith is guiding her in this...
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LRCA Alumni Series: Clara Bozzay, Class of 2023
🎙️ Warrior Talk – Alumni Series, Episode 2 In our second alumni spotlight, we sit down with Clara Bozzay (Class of 2023), currently studying at Hillsdale College. Clara reflects on how LRCA prepared her for the academic rigor of college, the lasting impact of thoughtful discussion in the...
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LRCA Alumni Series: Natalie Bray, Class of 2024
🎙️ New Series on Warrior Talk! We’re launching a brand-new Warrior Talk series spotlighting LRCA alumni—where they are now, how LRCA helped shape them, and the ways they’re stepping boldly into the world beyond Warriorville. Our first episode features Natalie Bray (Class of 2024), currently...
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Leveling Up Partnership
In this episode of Warrior Talk, Dr. Justin Smith welcomes Matthew Foster, Director of Academic and College Counseling, for a conversation about what it truly takes for high school students to thrive. Together, they unpack how LRCA partners with families of students in grades 9–12—equipping them...
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Mission Advancement: Building the Future Together at LRCA
In this episode of Warrior Talk, we take you behind the scenes of Little Rock Christian Academy’s vision for the future. Join Dr. Justin Smith and the new Mission Advancement Team as they share how Warriorville is being shaped for generations to come—through generosity, innovation, and a bold...
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The Story of the Victory Bell
Hear the story behind LRCA’s brand new Victory Bell—a meaningful symbol of celebration and tradition on our campus. Join Head of School Dr. Justin Smith and Director of Fine Arts Travis Kaye as they ring in this exciting addition and share how it all came to life.
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Demystifying the College Guidance Process
Counting the costs of college? Apprehensive about the application process? Wondering where the road leads? Director of Academic & College Guidance Matt Foster, along with Warrior parent and Board of Trust member Sarah Wood, join Dr. Justin Smith for an important podcast conveying key steps and...
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Elementary Bible Curriculum Insights: How All Stories Point to Jesus
Soaking in the whole story of God…Hear how the House of Love’s refreshed biblical curriculum builds “Aha!” moments and bolsters the higher aim of elementary students knowing and loving Jesus for a lifetime. Head of Lower School Ann Chami and Kindergarten teacher Stacy Wingfield, join Dr. Smith…
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Cross Country's Culture of Endurance & Excellence
LRCA's highly decorated Cross Country program has a higher aim than just earthly accolades. Elite runners themselves, Coaches Christy Nipper and Cameron Beckett, convey in the latest episode of "Warrior Talk" how team culture and life lessons prepare students...mind, body, and soul...for success…
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Warrior Blitz 2024: 10 Years of Transformation
In its 10th year, Warrior Blitz is a BLITZTASTIC total team effort engaging families, faculty, staff, and students of all ages. Here, Dr. Justin Smith talks about the x’s and o’s of the annual celebration supporting non-tuition enhancements with PTF’s Event Chair Stacey Knoernschild and PTF...
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Christian Education, Discipleship, and Warriorville
In this season's premiere of Warrior Talk, LRCA Head of School, Dr. Justin Smith, shares insights into the heart of LRCA's mission and core values. Dr. Smith also introduces this year's school theme and explains how these guiding principles shape and influence the daily experiences and spiritual...
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"Cinderella" production comes to Warriorville!
Check out this very charming version of Warrior Talk podcast! The leads in LRCA’s production of Cinderella, Ava Fletcher and Emerson Bailey, sit down with Dr. Smith to chat about all the enchanting ingredients that shape this magical show for all ages!
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What is Educational Travel at LRCA?
Cultivating a student’s growth mindset is fundamental to a Warrior education. Check out this week’s Warrior Talk episode with LRCA’s Dr. Tony Saegert, Modern and Classical Languages Department Leader and Educational Travel Coordinator, to hear about the life changing impacts of international…
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Christmas in Warriorville
This Warrior Talk imparts a holiday tradition sampling from LRCA and beyond. So grab some hot cocoa…gather ‘round as a family and give a listen! Conveying the Christmas meaning true, traditions old and new, And all things that in their hearts glisten– Are Head of School Dr. Justin Smith, Ann…
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Faith Formation in the Arts
This week on the podcast, Dr. Justin Smith explores The Arts at Little Rock Christian Academy through a conversation with faculty members Melanie Buchanan, Travis Kaye, and June Hendren. They dive deep into how students are formed into followers of Jesus through creating and building culture in...
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Champions of the Faith
In the latest episode of Warrior Talk Podcast, Dr. Smith sits down with Brandon Eller, LRCA's Head Baseball Coach, and Kyle Pennington, LRCA's Head Men's Basketball Coach. While both coaches are coming off state championship seasons, they both discuss how their greatest aim is higher than just...
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Warrior Blitz 2023
In its 9th year, Warrior Blitz is a BLITZTASTIC total team effort spanning families, faculty, staff, and students of all ages. Here, Dr. Justin Smith talks about the x’s and o’s of the annual celebration supporting non-tuition enhancements with PTF’s Event Chair Megan Garrison.
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Distinctly Warriorville
Warrior Talk Podcast is back for a new season with Dr. Justin Smith, recently appointed Head of School of Little Rock Christian Academy. In this episode, Dr. Smith walks through the distinctives of Warriorville and what it means to be a Warrior at LRCA.
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Fentanyl Facts
Dr. Gary Arnold sits down with Caroline Kitchens, LRCA parent and Registered Pharmacist, to discuss the growing spread and dangers of fentanyl.
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Warrior Blitz 2022
In its 8th year, Warrior Blitz is a BLITZTASTIC total team effort spanning families, faculty, staff, and students of all ages. Here, Dr. Gary Arnold talks x’s and o’s of the annual celebration supporting non-tuition enhancements with PTF’s Event Chair Megan Garrison and President Stacy Knoernschild.
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Beginning with the End in Mind
In the latest episode of Warrior Talk, Dr. Gary Arnold unpacks the six components of LRCA's "Portrait of a Preferred Graduate". He discusses with Dr. Justin Smith why it's important to start with the end in mind as we partner with church and family to disciple our students in the grace and truth…
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Meet Your Assistant Head of School
Dr. Arnold caps off our podcast series on the educational leaders by interviewing Dr. Justin Smith, LRCA's Assistant Head of School and Head of Upper School. In this episode, Dr. Smith discusses his "why" and how he sees the fingerprints of God all over Warriorville.
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A Big Reason Why Middle School and Junior High Matter
Dr. Gary Arnold continues his series with interviewing LRCA's educational leaders. In this episode, Mr. Tyler Eatherton, Middle School and Junior High Principal, discusses how equipping students to follow Jesus in the years between elementary and high school is his reason for being in Warriorville!
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Reason #3 (9,996 to go)...Ann Chami
My greatest pleasure as President and Head of School is experiencing the collaborative force of the Little Rock Christian Academy educational leadership team - Dr. Justin A. Smith (Assistant Head of School and Head of Upper School), Mrs. Ann Chami (Head of Lower School) and Tyler Eatherton...
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10,000 Reasons
Warrior Talk: The Official Podcast of LRCA returns for the start of the new school year! In this episode Dr. Gary Arnold, LRCA Head of School, introduces our school theme of 10,000 Reasons and what that means for our students, faculty, and parents as we partner together for a new and exciting year!
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The Power of Grandparenting
Dr. Gary Arnold sits down with Bill Parkinson to discuss the critical influence of Christian grandparenting in the latest episode of Warrior Talk.
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Warrior Blitz 2021
Warrior Blitz is LRCA's only fundraiser that supports enhancements not covered by tuition and helps kick off our Annual Fund. In the latest episode of Warrior Talk, Dr. Gary Arnold and our PTF leaders preview Warrior Blitz 2021. We are excited for a fun week together on October 25-29!
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Leveling the Playing Field?
In the latest episode of Warrior Talk, Dr. Arnold sits down with Athletic Director Johnny Watson to discuss the Arkansas Activities Association's new "Competitive Equity Factor" and how it will impact private schools.
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LRCA Governance
In our second episode of Warrior Talk since the start to the new school year, Dr. Gary Arnold discusses how LRCA's governance model works and compares it to other independent school models of governance that are out there. We want our new and current families to know how LRCA stays on mission.
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Welcome back!
LRCA Head of School Dr. Arnold kicks off the new school year with our "Welcome back!" podcast episode. He discusses our school theme, "One Another", and how it applies to our community, school year, and following Jesus in all things.
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TikTok and Your Kid
In this episode, Dr. Arnold sits down with Mrs. Murry and Mr. Eatherton to talk about TikTok and the conflict it can bring.
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Episode 34 - The New Arkansas School Choice Bill
In this episode, Dr. Arnold talks about school choice and the new Arkansas School Choice Bill with Laurie Lee from Trace Strategies.
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Episode 33 - Mid-Year Check-Up: Reading, Math and History with Ann Chami and Dawn Sanders
In this episode, Dr. Arnold sits down with Ann Chami and Dawn Sanders for a mid-year check-up on Elementary reading, math, and history.
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Episode 32 - The Third Option Part III
In this episode, Dr. Arnold sits down with Dr. Justin Smith for part III of the discussion on Miles McPherson's The Third Option.
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Episode 31 - The Third Option Part II
In this episode, Dr. Arnold sits down with Mr. MaRon King, Upper School Dean and Guidance Counselor for part II of their discussion on Miles McPherson's The Third Option.
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Episode 30 - The Third Option
In this episode, Dr. Arnold sits down with Mr. MaRon King, Upper School Dean and Guidance Counselor to discuss Miles McPherson's The Third Option.
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Episode 29 - When Our Kids Wander"
In this episode, Dr. Arnold sits down with Biblical Worldview Chair Ms. Amanda Glenn who shares how to navigate a crisis of faith.
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Episode 28 - #1 Reason Our Kids May Drift
In this episode, Dr. Arnold goes over a Barna study with research and tips on how to increase the chances of our children staying in the faith.
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Episode 27 - Detective Day
In this episode, Dr. Arnold sits down with Junior High Assistant Principal Tyler Eatherton.
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Episode 26 - Making Fun In Unfun Times
In this episode, Dr. Arnold sits down with sister duo Amanda Glenn and Sarah Crabill to talk about ways to have family fun at home and stay engaged as the days get shorter and colder.
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Episode 25 - Health and Safety Update
In this episode, Dr. Arnold sits down with LRCA Nurse Wendy Lynn to get a health and safety update.
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Episode 24 - Conversation with Dr. Eric Cohu, Head Coach, Warrior Football
In this episode, Dr. Arnold sits down with Head Football Coach Dr. Eric Cohu.
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Episode 23 - Blitz 2020 Preview: Families Helping Families
In this episode, Dr. Arnold sits down with PTF superstars Stacey Knoernschild and Megan Garrison to discuss the upcoming WARRIOR BLITZ! Find more information on Blitz at www.LittleRockChristian.com/WarriorBlitz
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Episode 22 - What's Warping Us?
In this episode, Dr. Arnold sits down with Junior High teacher Shonda Phelps to discuss the new Netflix Documentary The Social Dilemma.
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Episode 21 - Rewire, Resilience, Rejoice!
In this episode, Dr. Arnold sits down with Mrs. Chami and Dr. Smith to reflect on the first week back at school.
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Episode 20 - 5 Things to Tell (and Not Tell) Your Sons and Daughters
In this episode, Dr. Arnold goes over 5 things to tell (and not tell!) your kids.
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Episode 19 - Easter Truth
In light of Easter truth, Dr. Arnold points out several subtle heresies that have crept into the evangelical church.
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