Called To Teach

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Called To Teach is a monthly educational podcast, where we bring together a variety of experts and thought leaders in the field to provide valuable insights and engaging discussions on the latest developments in education. Whether you're a teacher, a parent, or simply interested in the topic, our podcast is sure to inform, inspire, and challenge you. Join us and be part of the conversation!

  1. May 25

    How Butch Hartman Built Cartoon History with Fairly OddParents and Danny Phantom!

    Description: Called To Teach is centered around all things education to help parents, teachers and students thrive in their daily lives. The show covers interesting topics of conversation being spoken about in the world of education today.  Bio: Butch Hartman is an award-winning animator, creator, and producer best known for creating some of Nickelodeon’s most successful animated series, including The Fairly OddParents, Danny Phantom, T.U.F.F. Puppy, and Bunsen Is a Beast. Over his 20-year tenure at Nickelodeon, Hartman helped shape the network’s golden era of animation, with The Fairly OddParents becoming its third-longest-running animated series, earning multiple Emmy and Annie Award nominations and two BMI Cable Awards. Following his time at Nickelodeon, Hartman expanded into digital media and family-focused entertainment, partnering with Pocket.watch to launch HobbyKids Adventures, which quickly reached millions of views and expanded into national retail. A prominent digital creator, Hartman has built a combined social following of millions across YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, where he continues to engage fans through animation, commentary, and creative education. Hartman is the author of MAD HUSTLE and Christian Creativity, and is the founder and CEO of Butch Hartman Studios, a production company dedicated to creating family-friendly content for global audiences. Current projects include The Garden Cartoon, The Big Blue Book, and The Marriage Show. He also illustrated the Garden Children’s Bible (HarperCollins). In addition to his creative work, Hartman co-founded The Lion & Lamb Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting faith-informed, family-friendly entertainment and educational resources that protect and uplift children and families. He is also a co-founder of Hartman House, a nonprofit supporting underprivileged children worldwide through education, housing, and humanitarian aid. For more information about Butch Hartman and Butch Hartman Studios, visit www.thebutchhartmanstudios.com.  Episode Show Notes:  Today on ‘Called To Teach’ Tania speaks with award-winning animator, creator and producer Butch Hartman best known for creating some of Nickelodeon's most successful animated series, including The Fairly OddParents, Danny Phantom and Bunsen is A Beast. They discuss how Butch got into animation, why he wanted to be a creator growing up, how creativity is a gift from God, how Butch came up with the ideas for Fairly OddParents and Danny Phantom, how to remain humble in a proud industry, being a pastor while also being in Hollywood, why your reputation matters, and what inspired Butch to start doing more faith inspired stories. Plus so much more!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    28 min

  2. May 8

    Why The Bible Matters More Than Ever Today with Rev. Enid M. Almanzar

    Description: Called To Teach is centered around all things education to help parents, teachers and students thrive in their daily lives. The show covers interesting topics of conversation being spoken about in the world of education today.  Bio: Rev. Enid M. Almanzar serves as the Global Ambassador for the Office of the President at OneHope as well as for Bible Media Group (BMG). At the age of fifteen, she experienced a transformative encounter with Jesus through the Book of Hope—an encounter that shaped her lifelong passion for seeing the next generation transformed by God’s Word. Today, she is recognized as a leading voice on global ministry, leadership, and missional strategy, with her insights featured in Univision, Christianity Today, and The Christian Post. Prior to joining OneHope/BMG, Rev. Almanzar dedicated two decades to the American Bible Society, leading global Scripture engagement initiatives across more than 200 nations and territories and serving as a strategic advisor to the United Bible Societies, a fellowship with Special Consultative Status to the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).  Rev. Almanzar also currently serves as first Chairwoman of the National Latino Evangelical Coalition (NaLEC), representing a growing movement of more than 4,000 U.S.-based Hispanic congregations, and as a board member of the National Association of Evangelicals (NAE), which connects over 45,000 churches across approximately forty denominations. In 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recognized her as one of its “15 Women of  Faith on the Frontlines.” She earned her Master’s in Ministerial Leadership from Southeastern University, where she is currently a Doctor of Ministry candidate and Distinguished Fellow of the Carrión Hispanic Leadership Center. Residing in New Jersey with her beloved husband and ministry partner, Samuel, Rev. Almanzar also serves on the pastoral board of The Gathering Place NJ. Together, they joyfully raise their two children, Samuel Antonio and Isabella Raquel, along with their two fur babies, Oreo and Latte Snicklefritz. Bible Media Group’s Visual Scripture Series will be available nationwide, beginning with the Gospel of John and Matthew, on March 17, 2026.  Episode Show Notes:  Today on ‘Called To Teach’ Tania speaks with Rev. Enid M. Almanzar who serves as the Global Ambassador for the office of the President of OneHope as well as Bible Media Group. They discuss Enid’s WHY behind the mission, the book of hope that landed in her lap at the age of 15. What is the teacher first philosophy, what it means to lead a global movement vs a local movement, how can families and teachers use the bible to celebrate diversity why are bible sales growing in 2026, how has the visual scripture series impacted bible sales, why the visual bible series is more than just another bible plus so much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    34 min

  3. Mar 31

    The Australian Surgeon Changing The Lives of Women In Africa with Dr Andrew Browning AM

    Description: Called To Teach is centered around all things education to help parents, teachers and students thrive in their daily lives. The show covers interesting topics of conversation being spoken about in the world of education today.  Bio: Dr Andrew Browning AM is an Australian trained obstetrician and gynaecologist who has worked as a Christian missionary in Ethiopia and Tanzania for more than 17 years as a senior fistula surgeon. Andrew spent his elective term at Murgwanza at the beginning of the Rwanda genocide. In 1996 he visited his aunt Valerie Browning and Dr Catherine Hamlin at the Fistula Hospital in Addis Ababa and was immediately invited to work there. Five years later he and his wife moved to Barhirdar in the Amhara region where he took charge of the first regional Hamlin Fistula hospital. Whilst there, he sought ways to reduce the incidence of birth injury, usually obstetric fistula, and the high maternal death rate. Both the Afar and the Amhara regional health bureau was very keen for him to provide volunteer midwives and obstetricians to provide an emergency maternity service in district hospitals and teach the local staff. He needed funds to support his efforts and this is when the Barbara May Foundation was founded in Australia with the help of his obstetrician father, Dr David Browning in 2009. Andrew has led a team that have gone on to transform several rundown health centres into safe and functional maternal health centres for poor women, and those living in remote regions. In an effort to help the more than two million women estimated to be suffering with existing obstetric fistula injuries throughout Africa, Andrew continues to provide Fistula camps in Malawi, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Chad, Uganda, Congo and Togo. He is also training local surgeons in those regions in fistula repair. He also consults on global maternal healthcare issues to United Nations Fund for Population Activities and the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics.   Episode Show Notes:  Today on ‘Called To Teach’ Tania speaks with Dr Andrew Browning AM an Australian trained obstetrician and gynaecologist who has worked as a Christian missionary in Ethiopia and Tanzania for more than 17 years as a fistula surgeon. They talk about he became a Christian, why Dr Browning devoted his life to show the love of Jesus, how has his Christian influence changed his approach to his medical mission and humanitarian work, who were the teachers that inspired him, Why obstetric fistula’s are such a serious issue in parts of Africa, and how it affects women’s lives, what challenges has Dr Browning faced and how founding Barbara May foundation has helped him. Plus so much more!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    39 min

  4. Feb 24

    The Power of The Underdog with Roosevelt Sargent

    Description: Called To Teach is centered around all things education to help parents, teachers and students thrive in their daily lives. The show covers interesting topics of conversation being spoken about in the world of education today.  Bio: Roosevelt Sargent is a passionate communicator with a powerful testimony of redemption and purpose. Once lost in a cycle of destruction and hopelessness, Roosevelt is now a transformed man—Senior Pastor of Set Free Church in Nashville, TN, and the author of Victorious Underdog, his riveting memoir turned movement of hope. With raw honesty, humor, and a deep faith in Christ, Roosevelt shares life-changing messages that empower people to overcome their past, find purpose in their pain, and walk in victory. Whether speaking at churches, prisons, recovery centers, schools, or leadership events, his words resonate with the underdog in all of us.  Roosevelt Sargent is the voice of the underdog. He uses his gritty testimony to inspire change, healing, and hope. He is living proof that no pit is too deep for God’s redemption. Roosevelt speaks with raw conviction and his messages are redemptive and real.   Episode Show Notes:  Today on ‘Called To Teach’ Tania speaks with Roosevelt Sargent about what it means to be a true underdog. They discuss his gritty testimony, where he came from, what he used to do and how God was able to turn his life around for good. Roosevelt shares how he became a Christian, how your testimony can help inspire change, provide healing and hope to those who need it. Roosevelt is living proof that redemption is real.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    33 min

  5. 12/19/2025

    Why Jewish Celebrations Matter: Faith, Family & Meaning with Phil Rawnsley

    Description: Called To Teach is centered around all things education to help parents, teachers and students thrive in their daily lives. The show covers interesting topics of conversation being spoken about in the world of education today.  Bio: Phil Rawnsley is the head of people and culture at Christian Education Ministries. He’s a husband and father.  Episode Show Notes:  Today on ‘Called To Teach’ Tania speaks with head of people and culture at Christian Education Ministries Phil Rawnsley about why Jewish celebrations matter. They discuss how Phil became a Christian, his mentor, why family is important to Phil, why having traditions are important, why having faith based traditions are important. Why Phil and his family follow Jewish traditions and so much more!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 4m

  6. 12/01/2025

    Billy Graham’s Grandson Stephan Tchividjian on How To Have Courageous Hope

    Description: Called To Teach is centered around all things education to help parents, teachers and students thrive in their daily lives. The show covers interesting topics of conversation being spoken about in the world of education today.  Bio: Stephan is co-founder and CEO of the National Christian Foundation of South Florida, a platform dedicated to encouraging and facilitating generosity that impacts local, national, and international needs. He also leads The Caleb Group, a boutique consulting firm that guides non-profits and businesses from concept to implementation. Previously, he served as Senior Program Director of the Festus and Helen Stacy Foundation. Stephan is also an Assistant Pastor at Calvary Chapel and serves on numerous boards, including OneHope, Egbe Medical Mission, Sharable, GivenGain USA, and others. Born in North Carolina and raised internationally, Stephan is the eldest grandchild of Rev. Billy Graham and carries both a rich Christian heritage and Swiss roots through his father’s family. He and his wife Lisa have been married for 38 years and live in South Florida, where they enjoy their five children, nine grandchildren, and strong community of friends. Stephan’s love for God, people, and the outdoors is reflected in his contagious energy and enthusiasm for life.   Episode Show Notes:  Today on ‘Called To Teach’ Tania speaks with Billy Graham’s grandson Stephen Tchividjian about how Christians can have courageous hope in their lives. They discuss, what it was like for Stephen to grow up with a grandfather like Billy Graham, why growing up in a home where God was centre is foundational for Stephen, what is One Hope, why Bob Hoskins ministry is important to Stephen, what inspired Bob Hoskins to write Courageous Hope, what stories and memories Stephen can share about Bob’s preaching days and so much more!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    35 min

  7. 10/28/2025

    Welcome To Manhood with Noah Herrin

    Description: Called To Teach is centered around all things education to help parents, teachers and students thrive in their daily lives. The show covers interesting topics of conversation being spoken about in the world of education today.  Bio: Noah is a 30 year old lead pastor, author and communicator based in Nashville, TN. He has a passion to talk about the person who changed his life: Jesus. For 10+ years Noah has been a trusted voice to followers of Jesus around the globe speaking at churches, universities, and conferences. In 2023 Noah and his wife Maddy started a church called “Way Church” in the heart of Nashville that has seen over 600 people accept Christ in a little over a year! Noah has also written 2 books: bestseller “Holy Habits” and “Welcome To Manhood”. Noah and his wife Maddy have 2 kids (Lion + Mila) and one on the way (Navy). Episode Show Notes:  Today on ‘Called To Teach’ Tania speaks with Pastor Noah Herrin about what it means to be a man in today’s culture. They discuss what Noah’s life looks like as a 30 year old Pastor of a large church, how he became a Christian, why he wanted to become a pastor, what it means to be a good man, Whether he worries about his age leading a church, why welcome to manhood instead of adulthood, what it takes to become a man from a boy, what are some areas boys face when trying to become a man, what is the definition of a Godly man plus so much more!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    32 min

  8. 09/30/2025

    Prayers For Each Moment with Tama Fortner

    Description: Called To Teach is centered around all things education to help parents, teachers and students thrive in their daily lives. The show covers interesting topics of conversation being spoken about in the world of education today.  Bio: I’m a bestselling writer and ghostwriter with more than sixty titles to my credit, including the ECPA Christian Book Award Finalist Simply Christmas, along with winners Roar Like a Lion with Levi Lusko and How Great Is Our God with Louie Giglio. My bestselling titles include Easter Is Coming! and Christmas Is Coming!  I began my writing career at the ripe old age of eight, aspiring to be like my favorite literary heroine, Jo from Little Women—even going so far as to set up a cardboard-box writing desk in the back of her childhood closet. With over twenty-five years of publishing experience as a writer, ghostwriter, and editor, I’ve never tired of the clickety-clack creations of the keyboard. Over the course of my career, I have been blessed to work with some of the biggest names in Christian publishing to create inspirational books for children, teens, and adults. My husband Jeff and I enjoy a crazy-busy, wonder-filled life in the hilly suburbs of Nashville, Tennessee—along with our family and two feisty little pups who are convinced they are people too.   Episode Show Notes:  Today on ‘Called To Teach’ Tania speaks with Tama Fortner, author of Prayers For Each Moment. They discuss what lead to Tama’s joy in writing, what subject has been the most challenging topic to write about, why did Tama become a writer, why Tama decided to write a book about prayer, why prayer is important, the power of prayer and what degrees of power does prayer have, how should we pray, how do we know whether our prayers have been answered or not. Plus so much more!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    31 min
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Called To Teach is a monthly educational podcast, where we bring together a variety of experts and thought leaders in the field to provide valuable insights and engaging discussions on the latest developments in education. Whether you're a teacher, a parent, or simply interested in the topic, our podcast is sure to inform, inspire, and challenge you. Join us and be part of the conversation!

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    Rhema
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  • Episodes
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    © 2026 Rhema
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