Everyone has a reason – a motivator for why they do what they do. No one is born a philanthropist, entrepreneur, athlete, author, professor, or celebrity. Our “why”s shape every decision we make and lay the groundwork for who we’ll become. SimplyWhy is a deep-dive into the stories behind our outcomes. Our guests share the choices that changed their lives, the paths that led them where they are – and, of course, the “why” at the heart of it all. Don’t miss their stories.
This week Connor is joined by professor and author Dr. Scott Burson. Dr. Burson He has taught at IWU for more than a dozen years and is also the author of multiple books including his most recent; Fr…
This week Connor is joined by nuclear physicist Dr. Warren Rogers. Dr. Rogers is a professor of physics and Blanchard Chair here at IWU. He currently conducts nuclear physics research with his IWU st…
This week Connor is joined by professor Dr. Amanda Drury. Dr. Drury is a professor of Practical Theology and has taught at IWU for 11 years. She is also the director of The Imaginarium, a project tha…
This week Connor is joined by professor Todd Ream. Todd is the Executive Director for Faculty Research and Scholarship and Professor of Humanities at IWU. He is the author of numerous books and artic…
This week Connor is joined by professor Dr. Nathan Fayard. Dr. Fayard is Assistant Professor of Modern Language and Literature at IWU and serves as Editor in Chief for Foundations Book Publishing. He…
This week Connor is joined by theologian and professor Dr. Vincent Bacote. Dr. Bacote is a professor of Theology at and the director of the Center for Applied Christian Ethics at Wheaton College. He …
This week Connor is joined by coach Andrew Rode. Andrew is the head coach for the Wildcat football team at IWU. He previously served as the Offensive Coordinator at Morningside University, and brough…
This week Connor is joined by entrepreneur Ronald Morrell Jr. Ronald has launched multiple businesses in the Grant County area and serves as the executive director for the Boys and Girls Club of Gran…
This week Connor is joined by illustrator Ron Mazellan. Ron is a former professor of illustration at IWU. He has illustrated countless books by authors such as Tony Dungy and Cal Ripken Jr. and also …
This week Connor is joined by Roger Younce. Roger is the executive director at Kinwell Academy, a non-public alternative high school in Grant County. He has been in alternative education for 11 years…
This week Connor is joined by biologist and professor Dr. Jennifer Noseworthy. Dr. Noseworthy is an associate professor in the Division of Natural Sciences at IWU. She also serves as the director of …
This week Connor is joined by professor Dr. Elaine Bernius. Dr. Bernius has been working at IWU since 2005 and serves as a professor of Biblical Studies. Her focus is on Hebraic and Cognate studies w…
This week Connor is joined by visual artist and pastor Ronnie Farmer, Jr. Ronnie has traveled the world as an artist and missionary and his art focuses on the intersection of art, justice, and theolo…
This week Connor is joined by Illustrator, designer, and professor Keith Lowe. Keith is an assistant professor of illustration at IWU, and has almost 20 years of experience as an illustrator and desi…
This week Connor is joined by coach Greg Tonagel. Greg is the head coach for IWU's men's basketball team. He has just wrapped up his 18th season, is a 3 time national champion, and his career record …
This week Connor is joined by pastor and evangelist Cory Clark. Cory served as an evangelist for 10 years and is currently the lead pastor of Marion First Church of the Nazarene. Listen in to hear ab…
This week Connor is joined by interior and social designer Wendy Puffer. Wendy co-founded Marion Design Co. in 2016, where she now serves as Chief Design Officer. She also spent 21 years as a profess…
This week Connor is joined by professor, author, and worship pastor Dr. Brannon Hancock. Dr. Hancock is an associate professor of practical theology and worship at Wesley Seminary, and he also serves…
This week Connor is joined by public speaker, mentor, and podcast host Chas Fields. Chas is a senior partner at Ultimate Kronos Group and has been in the human capital management tech space for seven…
This week Connor is joined by Dr. Penny Callaway. Dr. Callaway is an associate professor in IWU's graduate nursing program. She has more than 25 years of nursing experience and has served in countles…