Brentwood Christian PawCast

Send us Fan MailBCS Third Grade Student Joel Hubbard, interviews Miss Megan Fleming and Mr. Ronnie Green.

Send us Fan MailBrentwood Christian School's Chairman of the Board, John Keesey, visits with BCS' Director of Engagement, Joe Rispoli, to share his testimony.

Send us Fan MailScot Wall was born in Dallas and raised in Houston. He attended Colorado Christian University and later earned his degree from Dallas Theological Seminary. Early in his ministry, he served with Campus Crusade for Christ, traveling alongside world-renowned evangelist and illusionist Andre Kole.After seminary, he served as Chaplain and Bible Department Chair at First Baptist Academy in Dallas, where he also coached football, basketball, and golf. In 2001, he founded Magnolia Bible Church and faithfully served as its senior pastor until 2016.Today, he serves full-time as the Texas State Minister with Capitol Commission, a non-partisan, non-lobbying, and non-denominational ministry dedicated to bringing the message of Christ to leaders in the public square.

Send us Fan MailMel Witcher visits with Brentwood Christian's Director of Engagement, Joe Rispoli, to share his testimony.

Send us Fan MailJimmie Harper visits with Brentwood Christian's Director of Engagement, Joe Rispoli, to share his testimony.

Send us Fan MailPaul Morrow visits with Brentwood Christian's Director of Engagement, Joe Rispoli, to share his testimony.

Send us Fan MailJason Montier visits with Brentwood Christian's Director of Engagement, Joe Rispoli, to share his testimony.

Send us Fan MailTim Hawkins—one of the funniest and cleanest comedians around—joins BCS President Jay Burcham and PawCast host Joe Rispoli to talk about his upcoming visit and performance at Brentwood Christian School’s Partnership Dinner this March.

Send us Fan MailWelcome to Testimony Tuesdays, a weekly podcast where we pause, listen, and remember the power of a changed life. Every Tuesday, we’ll sit down with members of our administration, faculty, staff, students, and even voices from our broader community to hear their personal stories of how they came to know Christ. These are real journeys—marked by questions, struggles, grace, and redemption—all shared in a simple 10 to 15 minutes. Our prayer is that each testimony encourages your faith, reminds you that God is still at work, and helps you see that no story is too ordinary or too broken for His transforming love. Thanks for joining us for Testimony Tuesdays.”

Send us Fan MailTim and Kathy Bush from War Room Ministries visit with Joe Rispoli to discuss their upcoming marriage seminar being hosted at Brentwood Christian School. 

Send us Fan MailCarol Johnson and Shemika Davis join us to talk about the successful Toy Drive that Brentwood High School students and staff organized for McBee Elementary this Christmas. 

Send us Fan MailAthletic Director Kyle Maxfield joins Joe Rispoli to talk about this year’s BCS football season, upcoming changes for next year, and the continued growth of the athletic program at Brentwood Christian School. 

Send us Fan MailBCS Director of Communications, coach, and teacher Ethan Grant shares the story of how he and his family came to Brentwood Christian School. A man of many talents, Ethan is driven by a passion to reflect the love of Christ in every relationship and interaction at BCS.

Send us Fan MailBCS Senior William Kurtz joins Joe Rispoli to share his journey to Brentwood Christian, how his time here has shaped his passion for acting and directing, and the advice he offers to new and upcoming high school students. 

Send us Fan MailBCS Fine Arts Director Jason Montier joins Joe Rispoli for a conversation about the vibrant Fine Arts program at Brentwood Christian. In a remarkably short time, Jason has helped elevate our Fine Arts department into one of the most comprehensive and highly regarded programs in Central Texas.

Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode, host Joe Rispoli sits down with Brentwood Christian School seniors Zach Czerlinsky and Brayden Jennings for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation. They talk about their experiences on and off the football field, the balance between athletics and academics, and the unique journey that brought each of them to Brentwood. Zach opens up about his season-ending injury, sharing how his faith has remained strong through adversity and how he continues to thank God in every circumstance. Together, Zach and Brayden reflect on how Brentwood Christian has shaped them — not just for success today, but for what’s ahead after high school.

Send us Fan MailBCS Pawcast’s special guest is our very own Connor White — teacher, coach, and Sports Chaplain. Hear Connor’s story of how he transitioned from public school to Brentwood Christian as a student and how he now gives back to the same community that once poured into him.

Send us Fan MailSpecial guest Major General Patrick Hamilton, a proud BCS grandparent, joined Joe Rispoli to share about his distinguished military career and his connection to the BCS community. Major General Hamilton served in Armor and Cavalry units with the Texas Army National Guard for 35 years, culminating his service as Commanding General of the 36th Infantry Division from 2018 to 2021.

Send us Fan MailBCS Registrar DeShondra Booker joins Joe Rispoli to discuss the changing landscapes and emerging trends in the college admissions process.

Send us Fan MailJoe Rispoli sits down with Amanda Kostas, President of FAB, and Troy Alexander, Vice President of FAB, to explore what BCS FAB is and how it supports the Brentwood Christian School community. With so many incredible opportunities in Fine Arts at BCS, we’re deeply grateful for the physical and financial support that helps make it all possible — because ultimately, it’s all for the students!

Send us Fan MailBrentwood Christian School PTF President Brittany Karwowski joins Joe to discuss what the Parent Teacher Fellowship (PTF) is, how families can get involved, and the exciting community events coming up. 

Send us Fan MailBCS Director of Development, Jennifer Smeltzer, joins Joe Rispoli to talk about the 2025 Running of the Bears kickoff! Learn more about this exciting BCS community tradition that unites families and friends for a day filled with healthy competition, delicious food, and plenty of fun. 

Send us Fan MailSenior Student Luke Weed has a rich heritage here at Brentwood Christian School and discusses everything from football to being a Christian leader here on campus as well as beyond. 

Send us Fan MailJay stopped by to visit with Joe about the importance of a Christian worldview at Brentwood Christian School. Developing a Biblical worldview is essential for students as they learn not only what it means, but also how to live it out through active engagement and a willingness to serve others. 

Send us Fan MailThis episode is the kickoff episode to the 2025-2026 school year! Jay Burcham and Joe Rispoli sit down to discuss the new year and exciting things happening here at Brentwood Christian School. 

Send us Fan MailBCS students Bolu Bayo-Ajayi and Ariba Mohammed sit down with Joe Rispoli to share their experiences at Brentwood, offer advice to incoming seniors and new students, and reflect on the importance of embracing and owning their Christian faith as they prepare to attend Purdue and UCLA.

Send us Fan MailSpecial Guest Darrell Jones, President of the Herzog Foundation, sits down with Jay Burcham and Joe Rispoli to highlight the remarkable ways the Herzog Foundation is transforming Christian education across the nation. In just the past few years, the Foundation has supported more than 1,300 schools and equipped over 6,000 leaders. If you're looking for a strategic partner in advancing Christian education, look no further—the Herzog Foundation is leading the way. Visit herzogfoundation.org. 

Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode, Jennifer Smeltzer and Joe Rispoli talk about the upcoming Grandparents’ Day event happening on May 9th. It’s a special occasion where Brentwood Christian grandparents can experience the heart of campus life. Students will have the chance to show what they’ve learned and highlight their involvement in the many programs and activities offered throughout the year.

Send us Fan MailThe Romans perfected crucifixion as the most excruciating form of execution known to man. Yet, the physical agony Jesus endured pales in comparison to the spiritual anguish of bearing the full weight of God’s wrath for the sins of the world. Jay and Joe take a deeper dive into Scripture, exploring where Jesus went during the three days before His miraculous resurrection—the very event that now stands as the cornerstone of hope for all who follow Him.

Send us Fan MailThe Last Supper is filled with powerful messages from Jesus to His apostles, shared with the knowledge that His arrest and trial were imminent—despite His innocence. Jay and Joe unpack the events of that night and explore how the Sanhedrin was resolute in its plan to have Jesus sentenced to death.

Send us Fan MailPalm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, a sacred time when Jesus shared His final teachings and words of encouragement with His disciples. Though they didn’t fully understand what was happening in the moment, it wouldn’t be long before everything became clear. 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Jay and Joe explore the prophetic meaning of Palm Sunday and how it marks the beginning of Holy Week. 

Send us Fan MailAthletic Director Kyle Maxfield brings over 30 years of coaching experience to Brentwood Christian. Throughout his career, he's learned countless life lessons, but none are as meaningful as the opportunity to impact young lives for Christ. In today’s episode, Coach Kyle opens up about his journey to Brentwood Christian and the profound ways the Lord has shaped his life.

Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, we sit down with the Director of Development at Brentwood Christian School to discuss the school's three key annual events: ROTB, the Partnership Dinner, and Grandparents Day. Tune in to learn more about these traditions and what makes them such an integral part of the Brentwood Christian experience.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Kimberly McLain, Elena Moore, and I dive into Brentwood Christian Admissions and the process for prospective families seeking to join our school community.

Send us Fan MailJoe Rispoli and Jay Burcham sit down to do a recap of Brentwood Christian School's Partnership Dinner with special guest, Matthew West. 

Send us Fan MailIn this inaugural episode of the Pawcast, President Jay Burcham sits down with Joe Rispoli to discuss his journey and background leading him to Brentwood Christian School.