By the Book

In this episode, we talk about the book "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens with Anna Millett.Anna is a student at UVU & is studying literature. She currently works in a Library doing story time & likes going to conferences to present on how to improve story times & has incorporated ASL into those as well! Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/45JrWR8Book in paperback: https://amzn.to/4dXmJr8Book in hardcover: https://amzn.to/43Jyi1PBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/43MnNJB

In this episode, we talk about the book "The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt" by Edmund Morris with my friend, Gage Thornton.Gage & I served in the same mission in Baltimore Maryland in 2021 & recently reconnected through a friend of a friend. He is a student studying Mechanical Engineering at Utah State University & plans on pursuing a career in law after graduation. Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/46OZix1Book in paperback: https://amzn.to/4nTpw8sBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/3VLhUc7Book on Kindle: https://amzn.to/3WiOKBm

In this episode, we talk about the book "The Boy Crisis" by Warren Farrell & John Gray with my friend, Jena Johnson.Jena & I met in the Marriage & Family Marriage Studies Major at BYU Idaho & then went on a trip to NYC to visit the United Nations in March, where we really connected & became friends. She just finished her internship with United FamiliesInternational. She is married to Blake & they just found out they are having a baby in January! Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/45gthybBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/40tXdV4Book in hardcover: https://amzn.to/40wCbVPBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/4lGb5DY

In this episode, we talk about the book "The Red Tent" by Anita Diamant with my friend, Carlie Langhaim.Carlie is a 5-time Ironman, a collegiate golfer at Webber State University, & she is married to Ryan & they have three lovely children together. Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/4lIUkrWBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/3TT3u8YBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/3GZ5c5FBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/44YPzmZ

In this episode, we talk about the book "Redeeming Love" by Francine Rivers with my friend, Mya Flintoff.Mya & I met in 8th grade & we went to high school together. She is so smart & a great student. She graduated from nursing school in 2021, got married in 2022, & currently works in labor & delivery. She & her husband Lane have two darling children. Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/45nVxOzBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/40Ti58rBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/3IF9K1IBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/4nSBNuC

In this episode, we talk about the book "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robins with my friend, Ireland Vassallo.Ireland & I met in High School in Washington State. She is married to Brandon & they have 2 darling children together. She loves to read & is interested in health & self-help.Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3TQhJLRBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/45gCgiXBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/4o0wzgr

In this episode, we talk about the book "For All Eternity" by John L. Lund with my friend, Emily Udall. Emily & I met in my hometown in 2021 while she was serving a mission for our church & then we reconnected at a meeting church in Rexburg, Idaho. She is currently a student at BYU Idaho studying Elementary Education with a minor in Teaching English as a Second Language & she will be graduating next fall. Book in paperback: https://amzn.to/4eylZcnBook in hard cover: https://amzn.to/40wvVgrBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/3TnS4tzThe audiobook is available on Desseret Bookshelf.

In this episode, we talk about the book "Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom with my friend, Shae Wright.Shae & I met through our mutual friend & past guest, Jane Leatham. (Here is a link to the episode with Jane: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0qGGNYNgEfR8ikmaX5v07f?si=2b6fb9f56c234b1c) Shae is from a small town in Alberta, Canada & is currently a student at BYU Idaho studying Animal Science & will graduate in December. Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3I9udvdBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/44cw5MuBook in hard cover: https://amzn.to/4ly9orHBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/4014Lya

In this episode, we talk about the book "The Power of Awareness" by Neville Goddard with my friend, Tyler Martin.Tyler Martin is a high-performance coach, entrepreneur, and founder of All In: Body, Business, Belief — a coaching movement helping men build strength, freedom, and purpose in every area of life. He has built and scaled multiple successful businesses, including a rock climbing gym, a CrossFit affiliate, and an asphalt construction company. During entrepreneurship, he spent 10 years as a paramedic and firefighter, ending his service as a captain — a role that sharpened his leadership, resilience, and no-excuses mindset. Today, he coaches high-performing individuals to go all in on their health, their business, and their belief systems — helping them realign their lives, reignite their discipline, and reclaim their potential. He’s also a devoted husband and father, and he believes true success isn’t just about building a life you can look at — it’s about building a life you can live fully.Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/44wXcRaBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/4exd7DTBook in hard cover: https://amzn.to/4lbyBbFBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/4eyI7TX

In this episode, we talk about the book "The Knight in Rusty Armor" by  Robert Fisher with my friend Mitch Moss.Mitch is a student at BYU Idaho studying Organizational Psychology. We met through a past guest & his brother, Jake Moss. He is a Spikeball enthusiast and ambassador.Book in paperback: https://amzn.to/40CNsnf

In this episode, we talk about the book "The Power of Showing Up" by Daniel J Siegel & Tina Payne Bryson with my friend Annie Hansen.Annie was just married to Morgan Hansen & is so excited to be starting her life with him. She is a finance major at BYU Idaho & graduates in the fall. She is interested in pursuing a career in financial planning, working with people to use her academic experience to bless lives finical and personally. We met at the CrossFit gym here in Rexburg & she recently won a weight lifting competition on the BYU Idaho campus.Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3GcWW1DBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/3ZFltTKBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/4kYQhHyBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/3TCxyW8

In this episode, we talk about a book that is currently in the process of being written with the author himself! It is called "Charity in Everyday Family Life” by Dr. Scott Gardner. Dr. Garner is currently a professor at Brigham Young University Idaho. In the episode, he tells us what the book is about, his inspiration for writing the book, & what we can do to become more charitable ourselves.As soon as the book is published, the link will be available here.

In this episode, we talk about the book "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens" by Sean Covey with my sister, Leah White.Leah is about to start her senior year of high school & is excited to pursue a college education after graduation. Leah is an excellent athlete & has been working with a personal trainor to imporve her soccer skills. She is also a very talented pianist and vocalist. Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/46cu2tlBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/4lg0a3QBook in library binding: https://amzn.to/46qe0feBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/4exxoZP

In this episode, we talk about the book "You Are Special" by Max Lucado with Chris Specht.Chris Specht is my grandma on my mom's side. She is the mother of 4 & the grandma of 16. She has been a hairdresser since she was 19. She also just celebrated 50 years of marriage to my grandpa.Book on Board Book: https://amzn.to/464GJGcBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/4ea3kDjBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/3T3BT4CBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/4leop1N

In this episode, we talk about the book "Intuitive Eating" by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch, with my friend Jane Leatham.Jane & I met at the Teton CrossFit gym here in Rexburg. She is a student at BYU Idaho studying _____. Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/4eiQZgqBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/4egxCo4Book in spiral bound: https://amzn.to/4echN1DBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/40gJaSr

In this episode, we talk about the book "As a Man Thinketh" by James Allen with Jake Moss.Jake and I met in the Child & Family Advocacy Society at BYU Idaho. He is a Marriage & Family Studies major at BYUI with the goal to become an MFT (Marriage & Family Therapist). He has worked as a wilderness therapy instructor & currently works as a juvenile corrections rehab tech.Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/4mSEiwqBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/43CCaRZBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/4kAMIqIBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/3ZsqIG5

In this episode, we talk about the book "Library Lion" by Michelle Knudsen with my friend Rebecca Blackhurst.Rebecca loves art, thrifting, and listening to Broadway musicals. She is a Marriage & Family Studies student at BYU Idaho. She is married to Augustus Blue & they are expecting their first baby girl this month! Book in paperback: https://amzn.to/3ZUUAuOBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/4kHmJxOBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/445VkjoBook read on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T18NCobS43cBook read by Anna Millett: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DKnEWVnS4sg/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=bXZoMDFsMmtzN2Q0

In this episode, we talk about the book "How Will You Measure Your Life?" by Clayton Christensen, James Allworth, & Karen Dillon with my uncle, David Specht.Dave is a Senior Fellow at the Drucker School of Management, an author of 2 books, his most recent book being “The Family Business Whisperer”. He is the father of 6 lovely children. His professional mission is to preserve families and perpetuate businesses. Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3T1on1cBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/4e2TNOFBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/43LWgYYBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/3Hg3cpI“The Family Business Whisperer” by David Specht: https://amzn.to/4jvhM9Y"The Farm Whisperer: Secrets to Preserving Families and Perpetuating Farms" by David Specht: https://amzn.to/3ZLkhhk

In this episode we talk about the book “How to Avoid Falling in Love with a Jerk” by John Van Epp with Ava Turner. Ava is currently a senior in her undergraduate program studying Marriage and Family Studies at BYU Idaho, where she found her passion for relationship education & mental health, & family advocacy. She now works as part of BYU-Idaho's Hope Council, doing mental health advocacy, awareness, and education & as a T.A. for a Child & Family Advocacy class on campus. After graduation, Ava hopes to empower individuals & families as a Family Life Educator & Christian Family Advocate—helping others to build strong & healthy dating, marriage, & parent-child relationships in their homes & communities. Above all, Ava aspires to use her knowledge, passion, and skills to be an intentional & loving wife and future mother in her own family. https://www.instagram.com/bythebookwithkatie?igsh=cGlvdDNyYzgxeWR1&utm_source=qr Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/43ui1w8Book in paperback: https://amzn.to/4dA9E6IBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/4mAcGvQBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/45rUVsv

In this episode, we talk about the book "The Coddling of the American Mind" by Greg Lukianoff & Jonathan Haidt with Savannah Nelson.Savannah recently graduated from BYU Idaho with a bachelor's degree in Marriage & Family Studies. She is a published author (link below), & is currently working a social work job & deciding if she wants to become a Marriage and Family Therapist or a forensic interviewer.Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3SetCKCBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/3GVW81kBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/43sue4FBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/4ksB2WOLink to Savannah's article: https://ifstudies.org/blog/ending-the-cycle-of-intergenerational-child-abuse

In this episode we talk about the book "Yoga: The Spirit and Practice of Moving into Stillness" with my friend Haylee Caswell.Haylee and I met in the Marriage & Family Studies major at Brigham Young University Idaho. She wants to become a Marriage & Family Therapist & recently got accepted into a program at the University of Southern Mississippi, whereshe will start this fall! She is a Life Coach & is working on her Yoga Teacher certification, which she will complete by July this year. Book in paperback: https://amzn.to/4j1kJ21Book on Kindle: https://amzn.to/3GS5CKTYoga With Adriene on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadrieneBy the Book on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bythebookwithkatie

In this episode, we talk about the book "Blood Brothers" by Elias Chacour with Avery Anderson.Avery is a student at BYU Idaho studying Marriage and Family Studies. She wants to become a consultant for law enforcement agencies and is currently doing an internship with the "Upper Valley Child Advocacy Center". Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3YS4JIfBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/4jsfuJDBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/4lOcHw1

In this episode, we talk about the book "Dangerous Love" by Chad Ford with my friend Daniel Mauricio.Daniel is a student at BYU Idaho & is currently studying Exercise Physiology at BYU Idaho as he pursues a career as a Physical Therapist. Daniel is also a CrossFit coach & a tutor on campus for biomechanics & study skills. Link to Daniel's podcast w/ Chad Ford: https://open.spotify.com/episode/76fJ286w358nM3UdXqVewl?si=e608041dca72495cBook on Audible: https://amzn.to/3Y2LgnXBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/44rH7OfBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/4cyRHoK

In this episode, we talk about the book "The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion" by Jonathan Haidt with Kayla Loris.Kayla is a Marriage & Family Studies major at BYU Idaho. She will be moving to D.C. this summer for an internship at the Nation Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) where she will be their executive leadership and special projects intern & will graduate with her bachelor's degree in July of this year (2025). Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/44nTtqIBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/4j8CzRkBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/42uFf4VBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/4ik4KvD

In this episode, we talk about the book "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho with Daniel Aguayo.Daniel is a student at BYU Idaho studying Business finance& plans to graduate in 2027. Daniel is from Peru and has lived in the States since he was 18. Daniel is my roommate’s fiancé & they plan on getting married in Italy this summer. Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3XyXiVWBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/3Y9tJufBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/4j64hObBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/3FWOd2Y

In this episode, we talk about the book "Raising An Emotionally Intelligent Child" by John Gottman with Dr. Derrel Higgins.Doctor Higgins is one of my professors here at BYU Idaho. He received a Bachelor’s degree in Family Resources & Human Development from Arizona State University in 1997, got a Master's in Marriage & Family Therapy from Brigham Young University in 2001, and got his PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy also from Brigham Young University in 2007. He has worked as an Instructor, Practitioner, Marriage and Family Therapist, & faculty at various universities throughout his career. Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/4i0mKf9Book in paperback: https://amzn.to/3XtlMjkBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/41FiFXT

In this episode, we talk about the book "The Anatomy of Peace" by the Arbinger Institute with my fellow student & friend, Matt Phillips. Matt is the student employment coordinator on campus here at BYU Idaho in the HR office. He started in the position in January but has worked in the HR office as a student employee for the last year. He was recently accepted into the Master's in Human Resources program at Utah State University and will attend in Fall 2026. He will begin working on his MBA later this year. He is also working towards a SHRM certification. Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3XrwG9eBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/43ls5sQBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/4h3a5a5Book on Kindle: https://amzn.to/43lEwVN

In this episode, we talk about "The Great Divorce" by C.S. Lewis with my darling friend Cardin McKinney. Cardin is a mother of 2, a student at BYU, an actress, model, songwriter, & artist. She has worked with artists such as Camila Cabello, Garth Brooks, Lady Antebellum, & Colbie Caillat. She was on American Idol Season 7 where she landed in the Top 25. She is an influencer, & is currently working on a movie musical project with Nathan Pacheco. Her hobbies include writing stories, poetry & music, horseback riding, travel, & all things DIY.Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/4h8VkT8Book in paperback: https://amzn.to/3QHWbPNBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/3XrTGEWBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/4hcpWmtConnect w/ Cardin on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/__cardin/

In this episode, we talk about the book "The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz with one of my very best friends, Brooke Harris. She is currently a radiology technician & is studying medical diagnostic computed tomography and sonography. She is a singer, loves playing guitar, participates in local choirs, loves to draw & is often commissioned for her talents. Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3QGmNAyBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/3QOBYHXBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/3EWA99hBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/43kAFIf

In this episode, we talk about the book "Man's Search For Meaning" by Viktor Frankl with Dr. Timothy Rarick. Doctor Rarick is one of my professors & dear friend here at BYU Idaho. I took Child & Family Advocacy with Doctor Rarick here on campus last Spring. Doctor Rarick received his Bachelor’s degree in Human Development & Family Studies at the University of Utah in 2006, his Master's in Marriage, Family, & Human Development from Kansas State University in 2008, and a PhD in Human Development & Family Studies from Kansas State University in 2011. He has been an instructor at multiple universities across the US, has participated in research, is a writer, works with many nonprofits, and is currently the Chairman of the board of the Idaho State Department of Health & Welfare. Doctor Rarick is also very musically talented & has also been part of a boy band, he loves tennis and is very involved in his community. Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/43eEAX8Book in paperback: https://amzn.to/41w84yoBook in hardcover: https://amzn.to/4bj2LFYBook on Kindle: https://amzn.to/3XGrKO3

In this episode, we talk about the book "Bonds that Make Us Free" by C. Terry Warner with my aunt Taneil Specht. Taneil received her Bachelor’s degree in Health Science from Brigham Young University in 2000, is a mother of 6, & has co-authored 2 books with her husband Dave Specht, "The Family Business Whisperer" & "The Farm Whisper".Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/4kh6AztBook in paperback: https://amzn.to/4i9NdX6Book in hardcover: https://amzn.to/4i9NdX6Book on Kindle: https://amzn.to/4hS931z