Brentwood Academy Podcast Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:59:29 -0400 http://www.brentwoodacademy.com en-us © 2026 Brentwood Academy Podcast yes f6858f88-7f0c-5949-b83b-8978e1bfa639 Brentwood Academy episodic false Built on a strong foundation of personal relationships with one another and with Christ, the Brentwood Academy mission flourishes each day as faculty and students pursue excellence in academics, athletics, the arts, and their faith. Through this podcast it’s our goal to provide a place to hear about unique programs, chapel talks, interesting stories and profiles on members of the BA community. To learn more about BA visit us online at brentwoodacademy.com. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) education, Christian education, discipliship Brentwood Academy https://storage.buzzsprout.com/c0tebpi9ktjvloez8aqpdtah39xq?.jpg Brentwood Academy Podcast http://www.brentwoodacademy.com Middle School to Upper School Transition Middle School to Upper School Transition Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-17545343 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400 1862 full false Guided By His Hand, Episode 08 - Remembering Cindy Tripp Guided By His Hand, Episode 08 - Remembering Cindy Tripp Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-16496719 Tue, 01 Apr 2025 15:00:00 -0400 1748 full false Guided By His Hand, Episode 07 - An Overcoming Spirit, A Conversation with BA Alum Michael Vaughn '80 Guided By His Hand, Episode 07 - An Overcoming Spirit, A Conversation with BA Alum Michael Vaughn '80 Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-16691099 Tue, 25 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0500 1725 full false Live From Welcome Weekend- A Conversation with Curt Masters and incoming Head of School, Dr. John Patterson Live From Welcome Weekend- A Conversation with Curt Masters and incoming Head of School, Dr. John Patterson Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-16558745 Tue, 04 Feb 2025 07:00:00 -0500 3324 full false Guide By His Hand, Episode 06 – A conversation with Matt Brown ’97 and Lyle Husband ’93 Guide By His Hand, Episode 06 – A conversation with Matt Brown ’97 and Lyle Husband ’93 Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-16408811 Thu, 09 Jan 2025 13:00:00 -0500 1187 full false Guide By His Hand, Episode 05 – A conversation with Paul Compton and Nancy Brasher ’73 Guide By His Hand, Episode 05 – A conversation with Paul Compton and Nancy Brasher ’73 Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-16026003 Thu, 14 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500 1776 full false A Look Back at the 50-Year Anniversary of BA’s first State Championship with Randal Mash ‘75 A Look Back at the 50-Year Anniversary of BA’s first State Championship with Randal Mash ‘75 Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-15932241 Wed, 16 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400 1844 full false Guided By His Hand, Episode 03 – Head of School Search Update Guided By His Hand, Episode 03 – Head of School Search Update Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-15769138 Tue, 24 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400 1733 full false Guided By His Hand, Episode 02 – A Conversation with Terri Ward '93 and Founding Headmaster Bill Brown Guided By His Hand, Episode 02 – A Conversation with Terri Ward '93 and Founding Headmaster Bill Brown It’s important as we move forward, that we also honor the past. In this second installment of the Brentwood Academy podcast series, GUIDED BY HIS HAND, we share a special conversation between alumna Terri Bolden Ward from the Class of 1993 and founding Headmaster Mr. Bill Brown.  Hosted by alumna and former Middle School Director Nancy Brasher '73, Terri had the privilege of sitting down for a one-on-one with BA’s founding headmaster.

]]> It’s important as we move forward, that we also honor the past. In this second installment of the Brentwood Academy podcast series, GUIDED BY HIS HAND, we share a special conversation between alumna Terri Bolden Ward from the Class of 1993 and founding Headmaster Mr. Bill Brown.  Hosted by alumna and former Middle School Director Nancy Brasher '73, Terri had the privilege of sitting down for a one-on-one with BA’s founding headmaster.

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-15645833 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400 1009 full false Guided By His Hand, Episode 01 – A Conversation with Bill Brown and Curt Masters Guided By His Hand, Episode 01 – A Conversation with Bill Brown and Curt Masters Ten acres, a dream, and a school… as we look ahead at what will undoubtedly be a historical year at Brentwood Academy, transitioning to new leadership after Curt Master’s retirement… we are honored to take a look back at our school’s rich history and the beautiful story of the Lord’s faithfulness to the BA family. In this first episode of our podcast series, GUIDED BY HIS HAND- Alum and former middle school director Nancy Brasher '73 narrates a special conversation between Mr. Masters and the school’s founding headmaster, Bill Brown. 

]]> Ten acres, a dream, and a school… as we look ahead at what will undoubtedly be a historical year at Brentwood Academy, transitioning to new leadership after Curt Master’s retirement… we are honored to take a look back at our school’s rich history and the beautiful story of the Lord’s faithfulness to the BA family. In this first episode of our podcast series, GUIDED BY HIS HAND- Alum and former middle school director Nancy Brasher '73 narrates a special conversation between Mr. Masters and the school’s founding headmaster, Bill Brown. 

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-15645821 Tue, 27 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0400 1345 full false Upper School Fitness Program Q&A Upper School Fitness Program Q&A Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-15429847 Wed, 24 Jul 2024 15:00:00 -0400 1629 full false A Conversation with Julie Alley '92, Castaway from CBS Survivor 45 A Conversation with Julie Alley '92, Castaway from CBS Survivor 45 Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-14765808 Mon, 25 Mar 2024 20:00:00 -0400 1884 full false Conversation with Daystar featuring Melissa Trevathan, Sissy Goff, and David Thomas Conversation with Daystar featuring Melissa Trevathan, Sissy Goff, and David Thomas Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-14633252 Tue, 05 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0500 2175 full false USMNT on Campus USMNT on Campus Join us for a conversation with BA soccer coaches JD Binger and Phil Masters recapping the recent US Men's National Team visit to campus. Hear about the incredible experience of hosting training camp for the USMNT, meeting heroes, and even a few fun interactions with our guests.

]]> Join us for a conversation with BA soccer coaches JD Binger and Phil Masters recapping the recent US Men's National Team visit to campus. Hear about the incredible experience of hosting training camp for the USMNT, meeting heroes, and even a few fun interactions with our guests.

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-14487558 Mon, 26 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500 1703 full false A Conversation About Frederick Douglass with Leroy Hyter, Jr. A Conversation About Frederick Douglass with Leroy Hyter, Jr. Join us for a conversation with Leroy Hyter, Jr., artist and friend of Christian Life Director Freddie Scott, as we discuss the life and legacy of Frederick Douglass, the man who inspired one of Mr. Hyter's most influential works of art.

We're glad you're here for this fascinating and important conversation.

You can purchase the print of Frederick Douglass displayed in the video of this podcast for $40 (plus the cost of shipping) by emailing Mr. Hyter at lhyterjr@yahoo.com.

]]> Join us for a conversation with Leroy Hyter, Jr., artist and friend of Christian Life Director Freddie Scott, as we discuss the life and legacy of Frederick Douglass, the man who inspired one of Mr. Hyter's most influential works of art.

We're glad you're here for this fascinating and important conversation.

You can purchase the print of Frederick Douglass displayed in the video of this podcast for $40 (plus the cost of shipping) by emailing Mr. Hyter at lhyterjr@yahoo.com.

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-14531048 Mon, 19 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500 1471 full false Introducing Coach Paul Wade, Brentwood Academy Varsity Head Football Coach Introducing Coach Paul Wade, Brentwood Academy Varsity Head Football Coach Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-14489545 Mon, 12 Feb 2024 14:00:00 -0500 2119 full false Portrait of a Graduate – Problem Solver (Part 5) Portrait of a Graduate – Problem Solver (Part 5) Welcome to our final episode of this special series hosted by BA Headmaster Curt Masters, sharing more about Brentwood Academy’s Portrait of a Graduate.  Director of Athletics and Community Engagement Jason Mathews is in the studio for this episode, and along with Mr. Masters, they share more about our final trait- Problem Solver. 

]]> Welcome to our final episode of this special series hosted by BA Headmaster Curt Masters, sharing more about Brentwood Academy’s Portrait of a Graduate.  Director of Athletics and Community Engagement Jason Mathews is in the studio for this episode, and along with Mr. Masters, they share more about our final trait- Problem Solver. 

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-14243060 Fri, 05 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500 1468 full false Portrait of a Graduate – Christ Follower (Part 6) Portrait of a Graduate – Christ Follower (Part 6) We hope you’ve enjoyed this series on the Brentwood Academy Portrait of a Graduate. In part five, Christian Life team member Linus Nguyen joins Mr. Masters as they talk about the trait of  “Christ-Follower.” 

]]> We hope you’ve enjoyed this series on the Brentwood Academy Portrait of a Graduate. In part five, Christian Life team member Linus Nguyen joins Mr. Masters as they talk about the trait of  “Christ-Follower.” 

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-14243056 Fri, 05 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500 1126 full false Portrait of a Graduate – Critical Thinker (Part 4) Portrait of a Graduate – Critical Thinker (Part 4) Critical thinkers seek a deeper understanding, and that is one of the five character traits of Brentwood Academy’s Portrait of a Graduate. Today, Mr. Masters welcomes Upper School Director Andy Bradshaw to share more in episode # 4 of this special series.

]]> Critical thinkers seek a deeper understanding, and that is one of the five character traits of Brentwood Academy’s Portrait of a Graduate. Today, Mr. Masters welcomes Upper School Director Andy Bradshaw to share more in episode # 4 of this special series.

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-14243054 Fri, 05 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500 1007 full false Portrait of a Graduate – Thoughtful Communicator (Part 3) Portrait of a Graduate – Thoughtful Communicator (Part 3) This is part three of an important conversation about Brentwood Academy’s Portrait of a Graduate. In this episode, Middle School Director Jenny Cretin joins Headmaster Curt Masters as they talk about the ways Brentwood Academy faculty members develop a Thoughtful Communicator.

]]> This is part three of an important conversation about Brentwood Academy’s Portrait of a Graduate. In this episode, Middle School Director Jenny Cretin joins Headmaster Curt Masters as they talk about the ways Brentwood Academy faculty members develop a Thoughtful Communicator.

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-14243049 Fri, 05 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500 857 full false Portrait of a Graduate – Resilient (Part 2) Portrait of a Graduate – Resilient (Part 2) This is part two of our series on the Portrait of a Graduate. Mr. Masters welcomes school counselor Alyssa Hall as they share the first character trait of Brentwood Academy’s Portrait of Graduate- Resilient. 

]]> This is part two of our series on the Portrait of a Graduate. Mr. Masters welcomes school counselor Alyssa Hall as they share the first character trait of Brentwood Academy’s Portrait of Graduate- Resilient. 

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-14243048 Fri, 05 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500 897 full false Portrait of a Graduate – Introduction (Part 1) Portrait of a Graduate – Introduction (Part 1) Welcome to part one of a special series on this video edition of the Brentwood Academy podcast. We’re highlighting the implementation of Portrait of a Graduate at BA. Together, Headmaster Curt Masters and Dean of Academics Josh Davis share more about the concept, which incorporates five key characteristics of a Brentwood Academy graduate. These include resilient, critical thinker, thoughtful communicator, problem-solver, and Christ-follower.  In this series, Mr. Masters will feature BA faculty members who will share more about each of the five goals. Enjoy this introduction to Portrait of a Graduate.

]]> Welcome to part one of a special series on this video edition of the Brentwood Academy podcast. We’re highlighting the implementation of Portrait of a Graduate at BA. Together, Headmaster Curt Masters and Dean of Academics Josh Davis share more about the concept, which incorporates five key characteristics of a Brentwood Academy graduate. These include resilient, critical thinker, thoughtful communicator, problem-solver, and Christ-follower.  In this series, Mr. Masters will feature BA faculty members who will share more about each of the five goals. Enjoy this introduction to Portrait of a Graduate.

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-14243042 Fri, 05 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500 2740 full false Serving with Compassion: BA Service Project – Agape Nashville Serving with Compassion: BA Service Project – Agape Nashville Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-13729053 Fri, 06 Oct 2023 17:00:00 -0400 818 full false A Look Inside the Senior Theme Verse Retreat A Look Inside the Senior Theme Verse Retreat Many Brentwood Academy alumni will tell you the Senior Theme Verse Retreat, which takes place each summer before the school year begins, is a highlight of their time at BA.  In this episode of the podcast, you’ll hear from Christian Life team member and senior chair Matt Brown ‘97 and seniors Bailey Elliott and Luke Gardner about this year’s retreat, how the senior theme verse was chosen, and more about the selected school-wide service project.

]]> Many Brentwood Academy alumni will tell you the Senior Theme Verse Retreat, which takes place each summer before the school year begins, is a highlight of their time at BA.  In this episode of the podcast, you’ll hear from Christian Life team member and senior chair Matt Brown ‘97 and seniors Bailey Elliott and Luke Gardner about this year’s retreat, how the senior theme verse was chosen, and more about the selected school-wide service project.

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-13451345 Tue, 22 Aug 2023 12:00:00 -0400 955 full false Introducing Dr. Jason Powell Introducing Dr. Jason Powell Get to know recently named Development Director Jason Powell.  Dr. Powell is a Brentwood Academy parent, a former faculty member, and has a heart for sharing the mission and ministry of Brentwood Academy.  Learn more about his perspective in this new role and some exciting growth ahead for BA!

]]> Get to know recently named Development Director Jason Powell.  Dr. Powell is a Brentwood Academy parent, a former faculty member, and has a heart for sharing the mission and ministry of Brentwood Academy.  Learn more about his perspective in this new role and some exciting growth ahead for BA!

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-12902951 Fri, 26 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400 1655 full false BA Family Update – Athletics BA Family Update – Athletics Listen to the final installment of our BA Family Update for the 22-23 school year. In this episode we focus on Athletics at Brentwood Academy with Athletic Director Jason Matthews, Middle School Athletic Director Buddy Alexander, and new Head Varsity Football Coach & Assistant Athletic Director Jacob Gill. 

]]> Listen to the final installment of our BA Family Update for the 22-23 school year. In this episode we focus on Athletics at Brentwood Academy with Athletic Director Jason Matthews, Middle School Athletic Director Buddy Alexander, and new Head Varsity Football Coach & Assistant Athletic Director Jacob Gill. 

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-12809470 Tue, 09 May 2023 13:00:00 -0400 1855 full false Lent Series Ep. 7 - Celebration Lent Series Ep. 7 - Celebration We've arrived at the seventh episode of the podcast portion of our Lent series, "Behold the Lamb." Join our hosts, BA Christian Life faculty members Matt Brown and Linus Nguyen, in this final episode, as they focus on the art and discipline of celebration. We explore this somewhat surprising call and command on us as Believers and how this practice can shape our lives.  This important conversation is timely as Lent comes to an end and Easter, the greatest reason we could ever have to celebrate, draws near!

Resource: 
"Celebration of Discipline" by Richard Foster

]]> We've arrived at the seventh episode of the podcast portion of our Lent series, "Behold the Lamb." Join our hosts, BA Christian Life faculty members Matt Brown and Linus Nguyen, in this final episode, as they focus on the art and discipline of celebration. We explore this somewhat surprising call and command on us as Believers and how this practice can shape our lives.  This important conversation is timely as Lent comes to an end and Easter, the greatest reason we could ever have to celebrate, draws near!

Resource: 
"Celebration of Discipline" by Richard Foster

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-12407886 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1039 full false Hoops & Healing with Coach Andy Blackston Hoops & Healing with Coach Andy Blackston In this episode, BA communication team member Jennifer Vickery Smith sits down with Andy Blackston and senior basketball team member Alec Rasmussen to discuss this year's state championship-winning season and to hear Andy's story of healing after a medical scare in the fall of 2022.

]]> In this episode, BA communication team member Jennifer Vickery Smith sits down with Andy Blackston and senior basketball team member Alec Rasmussen to discuss this year's state championship-winning season and to hear Andy's story of healing after a medical scare in the fall of 2022.

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-12551183 Thu, 30 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0400 2460 full false Lent Series Ep. 6 - Worship Lent Series Ep. 6 - Worship In part six of our Lent series podcast, we join our hosts, BA Christian Life faculty members Matt Brown and Linus Nguyen, as they dial in on the spiritual discipline of worship.  Is worship more than the designated, collective gathering of Sunday service, or a specific category of music? We'll examine this topic deeper and discuss what it means to live a life of worship as a Christian. 

]]> In part six of our Lent series podcast, we join our hosts, BA Christian Life faculty members Matt Brown and Linus Nguyen, as they dial in on the spiritual discipline of worship.  Is worship more than the designated, collective gathering of Sunday service, or a specific category of music? We'll examine this topic deeper and discuss what it means to live a life of worship as a Christian. 

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-12407881 Sun, 26 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0400 837 full false Lent Series Ep. 5 - Simplicity Lent Series Ep. 5 - Simplicity Welcome to part five of our Lent series podcast, "Behold the Lamb." Join hosts, BA Christian Life faculty members Matt Brown and Linus Nguyen, as they unpack spiritual disciplines associated with this season. In this episode, they discuss the spiritual discipline of simplicity.  They provide an engaging commentary on a Christian approach to this practice that is so often only associated with Eastern spirituality or known as a pop-culture trend. 

]]> Welcome to part five of our Lent series podcast, "Behold the Lamb." Join hosts, BA Christian Life faculty members Matt Brown and Linus Nguyen, as they unpack spiritual disciplines associated with this season. In this episode, they discuss the spiritual discipline of simplicity.  They provide an engaging commentary on a Christian approach to this practice that is so often only associated with Eastern spirituality or known as a pop-culture trend. 

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-12407873 Sun, 19 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1246 full false Lent Series Ep. 4 - Service & Compassion Lent Series Ep. 4 - Service & Compassion Thanks for joining us for part four of the podcast portion of our Lent series, "Behold the Lamb." Join our hosts, BA Christian Life faculty members Matt Brown and Linus Nguyen, as they focus on spiritual disciplines associated with this season. Today, they look at service and compassion. We'll explore how we engage in service as Believers, the "why" behind it, and what it truly means to live a life of compassion serving others.

Resources:
"Celebration of Discipline" by Richard Foster  

]]> Thanks for joining us for part four of the podcast portion of our Lent series, "Behold the Lamb." Join our hosts, BA Christian Life faculty members Matt Brown and Linus Nguyen, as they focus on spiritual disciplines associated with this season. Today, they look at service and compassion. We'll explore how we engage in service as Believers, the "why" behind it, and what it truly means to live a life of compassion serving others.

Resources:
"Celebration of Discipline" by Richard Foster  

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-12307984 Sun, 12 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1025 full false What to Expect on the Journey from Middle School to Upper School What to Expect on the Journey from Middle School to Upper School Join Brentwood Academy’s Dean of Academics Josh Davis, Middle School Director Jenny Cretin, Upper School Director Andy Bradshaw, and Director of Athletics Jason Mathews as they examine the student experience of rising Freshmen at BA. The transition from middle school to upper school holds many exciting opportunities and additional challenges for students as they mature into teenagers and young adults. In upper school, your student will experience more personal responsibility, increased academic expectations, as well as additional course offerings, athletic and extracurricular opportunities, and independence. These themes and more are discussed at length to help parents better anticipate and navigate the exciting journey ahead as part of the BA upper school family. 

]]> Join Brentwood Academy’s Dean of Academics Josh Davis, Middle School Director Jenny Cretin, Upper School Director Andy Bradshaw, and Director of Athletics Jason Mathews as they examine the student experience of rising Freshmen at BA. The transition from middle school to upper school holds many exciting opportunities and additional challenges for students as they mature into teenagers and young adults. In upper school, your student will experience more personal responsibility, increased academic expectations, as well as additional course offerings, athletic and extracurricular opportunities, and independence. These themes and more are discussed at length to help parents better anticipate and navigate the exciting journey ahead as part of the BA upper school family. 

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-12386618 Mon, 06 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0500 1974 full false Lent Series Ep. 3 - Prayer & Meditation Lent Series Ep. 3 - Prayer & Meditation We hope you enjoy the third part of the podcast portion of our Lent series, "Behold the Lamb." Join our hosts, BA Christian Life faculty members Matt Brown and Linus Nguyen, as they focus on spiritual disciplines associated with this season. In this episode, they unpack prayer and meditation, how we approach both, and how we can cultivate a deeper and richer prayer life. 

Resource: 
"Celebration of Discipline" by Richard Foster

]]> We hope you enjoy the third part of the podcast portion of our Lent series, "Behold the Lamb." Join our hosts, BA Christian Life faculty members Matt Brown and Linus Nguyen, as they focus on spiritual disciplines associated with this season. In this episode, they unpack prayer and meditation, how we approach both, and how we can cultivate a deeper and richer prayer life. 

Resource: 
"Celebration of Discipline" by Richard Foster

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-12307975 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0500 1415 full false Lent Series Ep. 2 - Confession & Repentance Lent Series Ep. 2 - Confession & Repentance This is the second part of the podcast portion of our Lent series, "Behold the Lamb." Join our hosts, BA Christian Life faculty members Matt Brown and Linus Nguyen, as they focus on spiritual disciplines associated with this season. In this episode, they dive deep into confession and repentance as well as practical steps to strengthen both of these disciplines in your own life.

Resource: 
"Celebration of Discipline" by Richard Foster

]]> This is the second part of the podcast portion of our Lent series, "Behold the Lamb." Join our hosts, BA Christian Life faculty members Matt Brown and Linus Nguyen, as they focus on spiritual disciplines associated with this season. In this episode, they dive deep into confession and repentance as well as practical steps to strengthen both of these disciplines in your own life.

Resource: 
"Celebration of Discipline" by Richard Foster

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-12307963 Sun, 26 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500 1115 full false Lent Series Ep.1 - Fasting Lent Series Ep.1 - Fasting Welcome to the first part of the podcast portion of our Lent series, "Behold the Lamb." Join our hosts, BA Christian Life faculty members Matt Brown and Linus Nguyen, as they focus on spiritual disciplines associated with this season. In this episode, they introduce the season of Lent and discuss fasting, exploring the connection between them.

Resource: 
"Celebration of Discipline" by Richard Foster

]]> Welcome to the first part of the podcast portion of our Lent series, "Behold the Lamb." Join our hosts, BA Christian Life faculty members Matt Brown and Linus Nguyen, as they focus on spiritual disciplines associated with this season. In this episode, they introduce the season of Lent and discuss fasting, exploring the connection between them.

Resource: 
"Celebration of Discipline" by Richard Foster

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-12299343 Wed, 22 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500 1150 full false BA Family Update – Christian Life BA Family Update – Christian Life Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-12170953 Thu, 02 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0500 2133 full false BA Family Update – Academics BA Family Update – Academics Welcome back to the four-part BA Family Update series. This episode features academics at BA. Join us for a discussion led by Brentwood Academy faculty member and alumnus Matt Brown '97, Upper School Director Andy Bradshaw, Middle School Director Jenny Cretin, and Dean of Academics Josh Davis. 

We'll discuss what it means to foster "academic excellence in a Christ-centered environment" as we commit to  "nurturing and challenging each whole person – body, mind, and spirit– to the glory of God."

]]> Welcome back to the four-part BA Family Update series. This episode features academics at BA. Join us for a discussion led by Brentwood Academy faculty member and alumnus Matt Brown '97, Upper School Director Andy Bradshaw, Middle School Director Jenny Cretin, and Dean of Academics Josh Davis. 

We'll discuss what it means to foster "academic excellence in a Christ-centered environment" as we commit to  "nurturing and challenging each whole person – body, mind, and spirit– to the glory of God."

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-11987574 Thu, 05 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0500 1865 full false BA Family Update – State of BA BA Family Update – State of BA Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-11445849 Mon, 10 Oct 2022 08:00:00 -0400 3730 full false Student Support with School Counselor Alyssa Hall Student Support with School Counselor Alyssa Hall In this episode, we talk with school counselor Alyssa Hall who supports our students and teachers in a variety of ways.  We talk about her role as a resource for BA students and families, as well as tips to help you keep your student’s mindset healthy during this time of uncertainty.   

]]> In this episode, we talk with school counselor Alyssa Hall who supports our students and teachers in a variety of ways.  We talk about her role as a resource for BA students and families, as well as tips to help you keep your student’s mindset healthy during this time of uncertainty.   

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-3356752 Tue, 14 Apr 2020 08:00:00 -0400 2011 full false Alumni Spotlight Ep. 6 - Dawson Knox ’15 "From Carlton Flatt Field to the NFL" Alumni Spotlight Ep. 6 - Dawson Knox ’15 "From Carlton Flatt Field to the NFL" Class of 2015’s Dawson Knox completed his first season with the Buffalo Bills and sat down to talk with us about the role of faith and perseverance helped him beat the odds to be drafted to the NFL.

]]> Class of 2015’s Dawson Knox completed his first season with the Buffalo Bills and sat down to talk with us about the role of faith and perseverance helped him beat the odds to be drafted to the NFL.

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-2999995 Fri, 13 Mar 2020 11:00:00 -0400 1902 full false Alumni Spotlight Ep. 5 - Billy Ivey ’91 "Small Acts, Big Results" Alumni Spotlight Ep. 5 - Billy Ivey ’91 "Small Acts, Big Results" Fifteen years ago BA graduate Billy Ivey had the idea to leave personalized notes in his kids' lunch boxes which unexpectedly led to a positivity movement known as “Napkinisms.” "Attitude is everything. Today is not yet anything. Fill it with Laughter."  

]]> Fifteen years ago BA graduate Billy Ivey had the idea to leave personalized notes in his kids' lunch boxes which unexpectedly led to a positivity movement known as “Napkinisms.” "Attitude is everything. Today is not yet anything. Fill it with Laughter."  

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-2785657 Wed, 19 Feb 2020 10:00:00 -0500 1827 full false Alumni Spotlight Ep. 4 - DeeAnn Hodge '85 "Wonderfully Made" Alumni Spotlight Ep. 4 - DeeAnn Hodge '85 "Wonderfully Made" In this episode of the Brentwood Academy podcast, we talk with BA graduate DeeAnn Hodge ’85.  DeeAnn has a heart for others that is truly inspiring - particularly her passion to pour into the lives of young girls. Hear how a simple idea of a back-yard camp turned into a ministry that has now served thousands of young girls in our community. DeeAnn will be one of the speakers at this year’s Christian Life Week (January 27-31) as we celebrate each decade of God’s faithfulness.  Enjoy this episode co-hosted by Hannah Holleman ’20.

]]> In this episode of the Brentwood Academy podcast, we talk with BA graduate DeeAnn Hodge ’85.  DeeAnn has a heart for others that is truly inspiring - particularly her passion to pour into the lives of young girls. Hear how a simple idea of a back-yard camp turned into a ministry that has now served thousands of young girls in our community. DeeAnn will be one of the speakers at this year’s Christian Life Week (January 27-31) as we celebrate each decade of God’s faithfulness.  Enjoy this episode co-hosted by Hannah Holleman ’20.

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-2544706 Tue, 21 Jan 2020 13:00:00 -0500 1679 full false Why it’s ok to be Wrong with Paul Battaglia Why it’s ok to be Wrong with Paul Battaglia In this episode we talk with one of the newer members of the BA faculty, math teacher and 11th grade chair, Paul Battaglia.  Our Dean of Academics, Jeff Bryant hosts this episode with Paul about his “EPIC” teaching methods and why his heart for his students is about so much more than what goes on inside the classroom.  Enjoy! 

]]> In this episode we talk with one of the newer members of the BA faculty, math teacher and 11th grade chair, Paul Battaglia.  Our Dean of Academics, Jeff Bryant hosts this episode with Paul about his “EPIC” teaching methods and why his heart for his students is about so much more than what goes on inside the classroom.  Enjoy! 

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-2249603 Mon, 09 Dec 2019 11:00:00 -0500 1528 full false Alan Killingsworth – Relationships & Sports Medicine Alan Killingsworth – Relationships & Sports Medicine In this edition of the BA Podcast we talk with respected athletic trainer, Alan Killingsworth. Alan shares how a special relationship with his son inspired him to work with students as well as more about the BA athletic training program, concussion protocol, and more. Also, hear from Lillie Hulgan ’20 as she helps co-host the episode!  

]]> In this edition of the BA Podcast we talk with respected athletic trainer, Alan Killingsworth. Alan shares how a special relationship with his son inspired him to work with students as well as more about the BA athletic training program, concussion protocol, and more. Also, hear from Lillie Hulgan ’20 as she helps co-host the episode!  

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-1912727 Tue, 22 Oct 2019 11:00:00 -0400 1290 full false Teen Suicide Awareness with India Way ‘12 Teen Suicide Awareness with India Way ‘12 In addition to her job in medical sales, Brentwood Academy graduate India Way ’14 volunteers her time as the Chair of Programs and Education for the Tennessee Chapter of the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention. In this edition of the BA podcast, India shares her passion for education and awareness as well as practical tips for parents and students. 

]]> In addition to her job in medical sales, Brentwood Academy graduate India Way ’14 volunteers her time as the Chair of Programs and Education for the Tennessee Chapter of the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention. In this edition of the BA podcast, India shares her passion for education and awareness as well as practical tips for parents and students. 

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-1754908 Mon, 23 Sep 2019 12:00:00 -0400 1264 full false Alumni Spotlight Ep. 3 - Reid Besch '13 "Never Stop Fighting" Alumni Spotlight Ep. 3 - Reid Besch '13 "Never Stop Fighting" In this episode we sit down with Reid Besch ’13.  Diagnosed with Leukemia in January of 2018, Reid will inspire you with his positive outlook and faith-filled journey.  Hear how the BA family encouraged and supported Reid along the way and how he is choosing now to raise awareness and funds to help end blood cancers.

bit.ly/teamreid

]]> In this episode we sit down with Reid Besch ’13.  Diagnosed with Leukemia in January of 2018, Reid will inspire you with his positive outlook and faith-filled journey.  Hear how the BA family encouraged and supported Reid along the way and how he is choosing now to raise awareness and funds to help end blood cancers.

bit.ly/teamreid

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-1044042 Wed, 17 Apr 2019 13:00:00 -0400 1418 cancer, Leukemia full false An Interview with Becca Stevens of Thistle Farms An Interview with Becca Stevens of Thistle Farms Becca Stevens is an author, speaker, social justice entrepreneur, and priest. She is the founder and president of Thistle Farms, a movement dedicated to supporting women survivors of trafficking, prostitution, and addiction. Becca has been named a White House "Champion of Change," a 2016 CNN Hero, and has been featured in the New York Times, on ABC World News and NPR. Her newest book, Love Heals, was published by Harper Collins in September of 2017.

Becca will speaking at Brentwood Academy on April 11 at 7PM. RSVP for free online at https://www.brentwoodacademy.com/engage

]]> Becca Stevens is an author, speaker, social justice entrepreneur, and priest. She is the founder and president of Thistle Farms, a movement dedicated to supporting women survivors of trafficking, prostitution, and addiction. Becca has been named a White House "Champion of Change," a 2016 CNN Hero, and has been featured in the New York Times, on ABC World News and NPR. Her newest book, Love Heals, was published by Harper Collins in September of 2017.

Becca will speaking at Brentwood Academy on April 11 at 7PM. RSVP for free online at https://www.brentwoodacademy.com/engage

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-1005936 Fri, 22 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0400 2364 Thistle Farms, Ministry, Entrepreneurship, social justice full false Curt Masters: Growing Up on the Mission Field, Ep. 2 Curt Masters: Growing Up on the Mission Field, Ep. 2 25 years later, Curt Masters returns to mission field where his father was killed. He shares how the valley had been influenced by the word of God and how it changed. What it was like coming face to face with  members of the tribe he interacted with as a child, and how this experience has impacted his life today.

]]> 25 years later, Curt Masters returns to mission field where his father was killed. He shares how the valley had been influenced by the word of God and how it changed. What it was like coming face to face with  members of the tribe he interacted with as a child, and how this experience has impacted his life today.

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-936861 Tue, 29 Jan 2019 10:00:00 -0500 1859 missions, evangelism, christianity full false Helping Children Cope With Anxiety Helping Children Cope With Anxiety Anxiety is very real and on the rise among our children. Dr. Lauren King from Southeast Psych works with children and young adults, helping them work through their anxiety while navigating life. She talks about the increase in this condition, what things contribute to anxiety, and what we can do to help students work through anxiety in the classroom and in daily life.

]]> Anxiety is very real and on the rise among our children. Dr. Lauren King from Southeast Psych works with children and young adults, helping them work through their anxiety while navigating life. She talks about the increase in this condition, what things contribute to anxiety, and what we can do to help students work through anxiety in the classroom and in daily life.

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-919494 Mon, 14 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500 1445 anxiety, children, stress full false Alumni Spotlight Ep. 2 - Katie Horrell Jacobs '03 "So Much To Celebrate!" Alumni Spotlight Ep. 2 - Katie Horrell Jacobs '03 "So Much To Celebrate!" Southern cuisine runs deep in the soul of Katie Horrell Jacobs '03, author of So Much To Celebrate, an inspiring guide to entertaining. Katie is a stylist, photographer, graphic designer and content contributor for Reese Witherspoon’s brand Draper James. Katie shares her family legacy of southern cuisine, her grandmother’s elegant touch and ordinary moments made special. She offers ideas and advice on how to manage the coming holiday gatherings and shares some of her own families traditions.

]]> Southern cuisine runs deep in the soul of Katie Horrell Jacobs '03, author of So Much To Celebrate, an inspiring guide to entertaining. Katie is a stylist, photographer, graphic designer and content contributor for Reese Witherspoon’s brand Draper James. Katie shares her family legacy of southern cuisine, her grandmother’s elegant touch and ordinary moments made special. She offers ideas and advice on how to manage the coming holiday gatherings and shares some of her own families traditions.

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-888870 Thu, 13 Dec 2018 12:00:00 -0500 1985 decorating, food, parties, Christmas full false Curt Masters: Growing Up on the Mission Field, Ep. 1 Curt Masters: Growing Up on the Mission Field, Ep. 1 Headmaster of Brentwood Academy, Curt Masters, shares his unique and fascinating story of growing up as a child on a mission field in a remote and primitive part of the world.

Curt Masters journey as only the second headmaster of an almost 50-year-old school is inspiring, but it’s his story about growing up on a mission field in a remote part of the world with stone-age tribes-people that is truly fascinating. Curt shares how his parents’ made the decision to respond to God’s call to move their family across the world to share the gospel with those that had never heard it. He talks about daily life in this primitive village, how his father was killed by another tribe not wanting outsiders to influence their ancestor and spirit worship, and his mother’s decision to carry on with the mission they started.

]]> Headmaster of Brentwood Academy, Curt Masters, shares his unique and fascinating story of growing up as a child on a mission field in a remote and primitive part of the world.

Curt Masters journey as only the second headmaster of an almost 50-year-old school is inspiring, but it’s his story about growing up on a mission field in a remote part of the world with stone-age tribes-people that is truly fascinating. Curt shares how his parents’ made the decision to respond to God’s call to move their family across the world to share the gospel with those that had never heard it. He talks about daily life in this primitive village, how his father was killed by another tribe not wanting outsiders to influence their ancestor and spirit worship, and his mother’s decision to carry on with the mission they started.

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-836968 Mon, 22 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1777 missions, christianity, evangelism, biography full false Social Entrepreneurship with an Impact Social Entrepreneurship with an Impact Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-796354 Fri, 07 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1511 entrepreneurship, college, education, business full false The Power of Story: Perspective from the BA English Faculty The Power of Story: Perspective from the BA English Faculty Why is story so important? Why did Jesus speak in stories? Members of the BA English faculty sit down to discuss the power of story and how stories change the way we think. 

]]> Why is story so important? Why did Jesus speak in stories? Members of the BA English faculty sit down to discuss the power of story and how stories change the way we think. 

]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-796370 Thu, 16 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1692 full false Alumni Spotlight Ep 1. - Conner Smith '19 "Crazy Blessing" Alumni Spotlight Ep 1. - Conner Smith '19 "Crazy Blessing" Senior Conner Smith is spending his summer break working, like many teens. However, his "day job" has quickly led to the "dream job" that young songwriters in Nashville only fantasize about. He recently signed a songwriting contract with a local publishing company that resulted in his opening for country mega-star Sam Hunt on tour earlier in the summer. Conner is described by many to be "country's music's next breakout star." In this episode, Conner discusses his passion for music and describes this "crazy blessing" that he is currently living.

]]> Senior Conner Smith is spending his summer break working, like many teens. However, his "day job" has quickly led to the "dream job" that young songwriters in Nashville only fantasize about. He recently signed a songwriting contract with a local publishing company that resulted in his opening for country mega-star Sam Hunt on tour earlier in the summer. Conner is described by many to be "country's music's next breakout star." In this episode, Conner discusses his passion for music and describes this "crazy blessing" that he is currently living.

]]> Conner Smith '19 Buzzsprout-744524 Fri, 13 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1642 Conner Smith, music, fine arts, country music, songwriting, baseball full false The Power of Pentecost - Part 2 The Power of Pentecost - Part 2 Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-744512 Mon, 09 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1841 pentecost full false The Power of Pentecost - Part 1 The Power of Pentecost - Part 1 Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-705422 Thu, 17 May 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2164 full false Faith & Science - Part 2 Faith & Science - Part 2
In this first of two episodes, spiritual life faculty member Matt Brown sits down with three of long-time Brentwood Academy science faculty members: Tom Cox (biology), Wendy Stallings (physics), and Jeff Bryant (chemistry) to discuss these questions and more. Below are links to resources that Tom, Wendy, and Jeff mention throughout the show.

RESOURCES:
Surprised by Hope – by N.T. Wright
Science and Religion: Some Historical Perspectives – by John Hedley Brooke
Notes From the Tilt-A-Whirl – by N.D. Wilson
The Language of God – by Francis Collins
Mere Christianity – by C.S. Lewis
A Scientific Theology, Volumes 1 & 2 – by Alister McGrath
Belief in God in the Age of Science – By John Polkinghorn
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In this first of two episodes, spiritual life faculty member Matt Brown sits down with three of long-time Brentwood Academy science faculty members: Tom Cox (biology), Wendy Stallings (physics), and Jeff Bryant (chemistry) to discuss these questions and more. Below are links to resources that Tom, Wendy, and Jeff mention throughout the show.

RESOURCES:
Surprised by Hope – by N.T. Wright
Science and Religion: Some Historical Perspectives – by John Hedley Brooke
Notes From the Tilt-A-Whirl – by N.D. Wilson
The Language of God – by Francis Collins
Mere Christianity – by C.S. Lewis
A Scientific Theology, Volumes 1 & 2 – by Alister McGrath
Belief in God in the Age of Science – By John Polkinghorn
]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-683647 Mon, 16 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1175 science, faith, christian education full false Faith & Science - Part 1 Faith & Science - Part 1
RESOURCES:
Surprised by Hope – by N.T. Wright
Science and Religion: Some Historical Perspectives – by John Hedley Brooke
Notes From the Tilt-A-Whirl – by N.D. Wilson
The Language of God – by Francis Collins
Mere Christianity – by C.S. Lewis
A Scientific Theology, Volumes 1 & 2 – by Alister McGrath
Belief in God in the Age of Science – By John Polkinghorn
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RESOURCES:
Surprised by Hope – by N.T. Wright
Science and Religion: Some Historical Perspectives – by John Hedley Brooke
Notes From the Tilt-A-Whirl – by N.D. Wilson
The Language of God – by Francis Collins
Mere Christianity – by C.S. Lewis
A Scientific Theology, Volumes 1 & 2 – by Alister McGrath
Belief in God in the Age of Science – By John Polkinghorn
]]> Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-662440 Fri, 16 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1701 spirituality, science, faith, Christianity full false Former Trustees Choosing to Serve Former Trustees Choosing to Serve Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-653534 Fri, 02 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0500 1508 histroy, board of trustees, full false Spiritual Emphasis Week with Hip Hop Artist Tedashii Spiritual Emphasis Week with Hip Hop Artist Tedashii Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-640282 Fri, 09 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2019 Spiritual, Chapel, Spiritual Emphasis Week full false A Heart for Adoption with Jim Chapman A Heart for Adoption with Jim Chapman Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-607199 Fri, 08 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0500 1920 adoption, education, art full false A Conversation with Carolyn Dobbins A Conversation with Carolyn Dobbins Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-601309 Tue, 28 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 1117 writing, english full false Veterans Day with Col. Kent Bradford Veterans Day with Col. Kent Bradford Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-591642 Fri, 10 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 840 Military, Veterans, Patriotism. Veterans Day, United States full false Jane-Ann Myers Teaches Context Clues Jane-Ann Myers Teaches Context Clues Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-591614 Wed, 08 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 673 full false Kurston Biggers '97 Testimony Kurston Biggers '97 Testimony Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-590218 Mon, 06 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 1240 Faith, Testimony, Christianity, School, Admission, Jesus, full false Frankenstein Faculty Panel Q & A (Chapel) Frankenstein Faculty Panel Q & A (Chapel) Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-588437 Thu, 02 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0400 1164 fine arts, Frankenstein, Chapel, theatre, drama, faculty, Q & A full false College Counseling with Shelley Miller College Counseling with Shelley Miller Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-587932 Wed, 01 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0400 1362 college counseling, college, SAT, ACT, testing, school, gaduation full false David Sawyer (Chapel) David Sawyer (Chapel) Brentwood Academy Buzzsprout-584542 Fri, 27 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0400 891 testimony, education, faith full false