Let's Talk TCA Podcast

Trinity Christian Academy
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Let's Talk TCA Podcast

Let’s Talk TCA is a podcast where parents can learn about what’s going on at TCA, hear from school leaders and stay connected. Trinity Christian Academy is located in Addison, Texas.

  1. OCT 19

    Cindi Di Iorio and Craig Wilson

    TCA’s Head of Middle School Cindi Di Iorio and Head of Upper School Craig Wilson join the podcast to talk about where they come from and what brought them to TCA. Get to know our new heads of schools better as they share about their families, their faith and their hearts for helping educate children.

    33 min

  2. AUG 6

    Let's Talk Turf

    This summer, Tom Landry Stadium had new state-of-the-art turf installed that is arguably the best playing surface at any school, anywhere. In this episode, Steve Hayes, TCA’s football head coach and newly appointed athletic director, talks about the new playing field and other recent improvements to the athletics facilities. He is joined by TCA alum and former football player Jason Delph ’07, the co-founder (along with fellow ’07 classmate Nick Pavey) of ForeverLawn Texas, as well as ForeverLawn’s Director of Marketing Derek Taylor and Installation Support Team Leader Aaron Gressel. Together, they explain what makes the new field best-in-class. The new combination of padding and turf provides better safety and traction than other fields, reducing the potential for injuries and fatigue and helping our athletes perform better. It is approved by both the NFL and FIFA, and TCA is the first school in Texas to have this new turf.

    16 min

  3. JUN 27

    Building Healthy Phone Habits with Joey Odom

    Are you addicted to your phone? As parents, how should we be thinking about smartphone use? In this episode, host Cynthia Yanof talks with Joey Odom, co-founder of technology company Aro, about how to build a healthy relationship with your smartphone. Many of us often find ourselves distracted by our phones, focused on social media or other apps instead of interacting with the people around us. Phones can take our attention away from being present with our spouse or kids, and our kids themselves run the danger of being the first generation to die with more of other people’s memories than memories of their own. We may think we are addicted to our phones, but this is not an addiction we are powerless over; it is a habit that we can change. Mr. Odom talks about the importance of modeling healthy smartphone use for our children, as well as the realization that smartphone use can take away from the limited and precious time we have with our kids before they are grown. When you change your relationship with your phone, you change your relationship with everyone around you, including yourself. Mr. Odom lays out four simple ways to change your relationship with your phone: 1. Start with yourself and what you are modeling for others. 2. Spend one hour a day physically distant from your phone. 3. Establish sacred times and spaces that are phone-free. 4. Search for moments of connection with your family or friends. Joey Odom's company, Aro, helps people change phone habits throught the use of an app and a device that stores and charges your phone. You can learn more about it at goaro.com.

    32 min

  4. APR 18

    College Prep at Any Age with Tracy Bartholomew

    TCA is a college preparatory school, and that preparation begins long before college applications are filled out. In this episode, Tracy Bartholomew, part of TCA’s college counseling team, discusses how parents can help their children start thinking about the future and taking their first steps towards college and career decisions. Tracy and host Cynthia Yanof talk about: How parents can help their children discover God’s calling for their lives. How students can begin exploring different interests and fields of study. How TCA’s college counselors help students each year along the way. An easy way for students to document their activities and achievements throughout Upper School to aid in the college application process. When students should start visiting colleges. The honors leadership class that Tracy teaches. A reminder that college is a match to be made, not a prize to be won. Tracy also lists some recommended resources, including the College Essay Guy (collegeessayguy.com); Never Enough by Jennifer Wallace; and Untangled, Under Pressure and  The Emotional Lives of Teenagers by Lisa Damour, Ph.D.

    23 min

  5. MAR 15

    10 Great Things Happening at TCA

    In this episode, host Cynthia Yanof talks with people all over TCA to get the scoop on some new things that have happened or will happen soon. This top 10 list includes: An increased emphasis and investment in biblical worldview The addition of a full-time athletics chaplain  Upgrades to the baseball and softball fields The addition of a new preK section and a new playground New dining options in the cafeterias Invisible security upgrades to the campus Adjusting the cell phone policy to improve student well-being An upcoming month of prayer on the TCA campus The first class of senior prefects Updates on leadership hires We appreciate your prayers and support as we continually strive to make the TCA experience the best it can be.

    33 min

  6. FEB 6

    Life Is Messy, God Is Good with Cynthia Yanof

    In this episode of Let’s Talk TCA, the tables are turned as our regular host, Cynthia Yanof, becomes a guest on the podcast. TCA student Ella Eubanks interviews Cynthia about her new book, “Life Is Messy, God Is Good,” and her experiences as a podcaster, a foster mom, and a TCA parent.   Life is hard, and it often goes “off script.” Cynthia talks about having a theology that lines up with reality and finding God at work in the middle of our messes. She shares “messy truths” from her book, heartwarming stories from the TCA community, and insights from being “the oldest mom on the playground.”   As a special treat to our listeners, we are also giving away 20 signed copies of Cynthia’s book. To enter your name into a drawing for the books, simply email podcast@trinitychristian.org with a suggestion for a future podcast topic or guest. Out of everyone who emails an idea, 20 people will be randomly selected to receive a free book.   You can order Cynthia’s book and find more of her podcasts at cynthiayanof.com.

    27 min

  7. JAN 10

    Growing Leaders with Dr. Tim Elmore

    Dr. Tim Elmore joins the podcast to talk about cultivating leadership in our children and equipping them to be future leaders.  Dr. Elmore is the founder of the global nonprofit Growing Leaders and has written more than 35 books, including “Habititudes,” “Generation Z Unfiltered” and “12 Huge Mistakes Parents Can Avoid.” An expert on leadership and the younger generations, he believes that the problems we face today will be solved by kids who are now in school. In this episode, Tim Elmore and host Cynthia Yanof discuss: How Generation Z and Generation Alpha are defined, and how they are different from previous generations The impact of smartphones on younger generations The four ways kids become leaders How parents can develop leadership in their kids Ways in which parents inadvertently stifle leadership in children Positive steps parents can take and mistakes they can avoid Tim Elmore’s latest book, “I Can’t Wait!” contains 52 stories of kids who took leadership to solve problems or serve people. Each short story includes discussion questions and an online video families can watch together. You can learn more about the book here, and find other resources from Tim at growingleaders.com.

    33 min

  8. 12/05/2023

    Love and Life with Bob Goff

    Bob Goff, the bestselling author of “Love Does” and “Everybody Always,” joins the podcast to discuss loving people, dreaming big, and living an undistracted life.   Answering questions submitted by TCA students, Bob talks about: His work building schools in 13 countries The difference between teachers and educators How to love people who are difficult to love Using your platform or influence to make a lasting difference How to deal with distractions Making plans for life versus going with the flow How students can take leadership in building a better, more loving world The phone number you can use to call The White House (202-456-1414) Getting into adventures at any age   You can find Bob Goff’s books and videos, including his latest bestseller, “Undistracted,” on his website, bobgoff.com.

    29 min
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Let’s Talk TCA is a podcast where parents can learn about what’s going on at TCA, hear from school leaders and stay connected. Trinity Christian Academy is located in Addison, Texas.

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  • Creator
    Trinity Christian Academy
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2021 Trinity Christian Academy
  • Show Website
    Let's Talk TCA Podcast

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