The Williams Pulse

Williams Baptist University
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The Williams Pulse is an official podcast of Williams Baptist University, featuring multiple episodes each week that highlight life on campus, student stories, athletics, faith and calling, and thoughtful long-form conversations. With 3–4 episodes released weekly, the show includes quick campus guides, focused series like Pulse Check and Real Talk, conversations with student-athletes and coaches, and in-depth interviews with the people who shape Williams—on campus and beyond. Whether you’re a current student, prospective student, parent, alumnus, or friend of the university, The Williams Pulse offers an inside look at what it means to learn, compete, live, and grow in a Christ-centered community.

  1. Major Moments: Psychology, Research, and the Road to Grad School

    4D AGO

    Major Moments: Psychology, Research, and the Road to Grad School

    In this Major Moments installment of The Williams Pulse, campus therapist Taylor Jeffery sits down with senior psychology majors Kaelyn Gooch and Rebecca Fowler to unpack what studying psychology at Williams is really like. Together they talk through their Synthesis of Psychology capstone course, the weekly reading and discussion rhythm, and how it feels to pull together everything they’ve learned into one cohesive, big-picture experience. Kaelyn and Rebecca also share how their original research projects moved from classroom idea to professional presentation at the Southwestern Psychological Association conference in Frisco, Texas. You’ll hear Rebecca describe her work using writing analysis software to explore trauma narratives and PTSD indicators, and Kaelyn explain her study on imposter syndrome in college students—plus what their findings reveal about how many students quietly struggle with self-doubt. For future students wondering whether psychology at WBU is a good fit, this episode offers an honest look at the opportunities that come with a small, relational program: close mentoring from professors, the chance to do real research as an undergraduate, and support to present your work alongside students from much larger universities. You’ll also hear how these experiences are shaping Kaelyn and Rebecca’s next steps into graduate programs in counseling and social work, and how a psychology degree from Williams can prepare you not only for mental health careers, but also for fields like occupational therapy, ministry, and other people-centered vocations. Whether you’re a prospective student, a current undergrad still deciding on a major, or just curious about the mind and behavior, this conversation shows how psychology at Williams can grow your understanding of people, deepen your empathy, and open doors for what comes next.   Learn more here: https://williamsbu.edu/psychology

    14 min
  2. Crowns, Choirs, and Day One + Miss WBU Week at Williams

    4D AGO

    Crowns, Choirs, and Day One + Miss WBU Week at Williams

    This week on The Williams Pulse, Big Sip, Miss Jessica, and special guest Bill Jeffery walk through a packed schedule at Williams. From 14 contestants vying for the Miss WBU crown—with talents ranging from balloon art and tap and photography—to a Pack the Nest crowd in the Southerland-Mabee Center, Friday night is set to be a campus highlight. Students can also hit the annual used book sale in the library, catch baseball and softball doubleheaders, and enjoy a spring choir and band concert in Manly Chapel featuring WBU ensembles plus local high school guests. The Cast takes over chapel with their on-the-road skits, and Thursday night’s student-led Day One Gathering in Manly focuses on worship and prayer for revival. The weekend wraps with senior day, Baseball and Softball Alumni Day, and the ABSC Equip Conference in the Maddox, giving students, alumni, and future ministry leaders plenty of reasons to stay on campus and plug in.

    12 min
  3. Catching Fire: Addie Foster on Softball, Mental Toughness, and Finding Family at Williams

    5D AGO

    Catching Fire: Addie Foster on Softball, Mental Toughness, and Finding Family at Williams

    In this Take Flight athletic edition of The Williams Pulse, Athletic Director Mitch Mathis sits down with freshman catcher Addison “Addie” Foster from Fort Smith, Arkansas, to talk about her journey from dad-coached travel ball to anchoring the Lady Eagles behind the plate. Addie shares how early mornings at World tournaments, a long recruiting pursuit from Coach Jessica Nutt, and the tight-knit culture at Williams have shaped her love for the game, her 400-plus batting average, and her dream of becoming a labor and delivery nurse. From dealing with “getting in her own head” and grinding extra hitting sessions with her dad, to embracing small-town life, team affirmation exercises, and even her game-day 2% milk ritual, this conversation gives listeners an honest look at the mental side of softball and what it means to find a true family in college athletics. Want to get recruited for WBU athletics? Complete this Recruit Me form: https://wbueagles.com/information/Recruit_Me Apply online for free: https://williamsbu.edu/application/ Sign up for VIP Day Class Registration: https://williamsbu.edu/registration/

    15 min
  4. Why College Feels So Big (and how Ellie is making it manageable)

    MAR 30

    Why College Feels So Big (and how Ellie is making it manageable)

    College planning can feel like constant scholarship scrambles, pressure to pick the “perfect” school, and the fear that everyone else has it figured out but you. In this special admissions-hosted episode of The Williams Pulse, Bill Jeffery and admissions counselor Hannah Johnston sit down with future Eagle Ellie Lincoln, a high school senior who is right in the middle of that process. Ellie talks honestly about what has felt overwhelming, how breaking everything into small steps made it doable, and why you do not need a 10-year plan to move forward with confidence. You will also hear how VIP Day at Williams Baptist University can help you knock out big items (class schedule, housing, financial aid, and more) in one visit, plus some fun behind-the-scenes moments about worship team auditions, songwriting, and campus life. If you are a prospective student wondering where to start—or just needing to know you are not alone—this episode is for you.   Sign Up for VIP Day: https://williamsbu.edu/registration/

    18 min
  5. Murder Mystery at Cherry Creek | Your Weekly Campus Guide

    MAR 13

    Murder Mystery at Cherry Creek | Your Weekly Campus Guide

    This week on The Williams Pulse Podcast: SAB Edition, Miss Jessica and Big Sip invite special guest Jessica Carnes on to share all details on Murder at the Cherry Creek Saloon, a live-action Clue-style mystery coming to the Maddox on March 19 at 7 p.m. with Western wear, snacks, prizes, and a full cast of suspects to interrogate. From intramural volleyball championships and the upcoming switch to intramural basketball to Price Arwoods’ Senior Worship Project, Prayer Chapel testimonies, and a packed weekend of baseball and softball, this episode is your playbook for staying plugged into campus life before spring break. You’ll also get a sneak peek at a fully booked Miss WBU pageant, a loaded Spring Fling lineup—cookout in the Cove, bonfire worship, “Touch Grass and Throw Hands,” faculty–staff vs. students softball, the Flyest Eagles formal, and the Grace Graber concert—plus a surprise shoutout to the viral Emberlin testimony video and a Taco Bell–inspired graphic design challenge.

    12 min
  6. Take Flight: Chasing Iowa with Lady Eagle Basketball Players Joi Montgomery & Taylor Hooten

    MAR 10

    Take Flight: Chasing Iowa with Lady Eagle Basketball Players Joi Montgomery & Taylor Hooten

    In this Take Flight athletic edition of The Williams Pulse, host Mitch Mathis sits down with Lady Eagles standouts Joi Montgomery and Taylor Hooton as they get ready to head to Montgomery, Alabama, for the NAIA Women’s Basketball First & Second Rounds. From Joi’s JUCO journey and Taylor’s transfer story to the family feel that brought them to Williams, this episode dives into why WBU feels like home and how this team has grown into a 20-plus win contender. The trio revisits season-defining moments—from emotional AMC battles and Columbia nail-biters to Taylor’s remarkable return from an ACL tear in just a week and a half—and looks ahead to a fast-paced matchup with No. 3 seed Lindsey Wilson on the campus of Faulkner University. You’ll hear how the Lady Eagles plan to outwork and outlast opponents, what back-to-back tournament nights will require physically and mentally, and why the ultimate goal is punching a ticket to Iowa and bringing home a ring. Whether you’re watching in person or streaming on Urban Edge Network, this is your inside look at a resilient, battle-tested team that refuses to quit and is ready to fly.

    17 min
  7. Flyest Eagles: Fight Night Watch Party, Lip Sync Battle, and Spring Fling Sneak Peek

    MAR 6

    Flyest Eagles: Fight Night Watch Party, Lip Sync Battle, and Spring Fling Sneak Peek

    Big Sip and Mrs. Jessica are joined by special guest Ian Halfacre to run through a loaded week at WBU. They kick things off with a Fight Night UFC watch party in the Grill (with snacks, hot dogs, and a firm reminder: no fighting each other), then hit everything from intramural volleyball and the Lip Sync Battle's People's Choice Award to Preview Day, Chapel with Coach Austin, and softball receiving Top 25 votes. The crew also celebrates Gabe Dernberger's historic perfect game — the first in school history and first in the NAIA since 2017 — and shouts out Matthew Russell's national wrestling tournament appearance and the Eagles basketball players who made the All-Tournament team. Plus, Mrs. Jessica drops the Spring Formal theme (Flyest Eagles — suits, sneakers, and sparkles on April 16th), teases the upcoming Touch Grass and Throw Hands inflatable battle event, a murder mystery party on March 19th, and a free Grace Graber concert on April 17th.

    11 min
  8. Lip Sync Battles, Cheese Doodles, and Doubleheaders: Your WBU Week in 3 Minutes

    FEB 27

    Lip Sync Battles, Cheese Doodles, and Doubleheaders: Your WBU Week in 3 Minutes

    This week on The Williams Pulse: SAB Edition, Drake Lewis, Jessica Colley, and guest cohost Owen Knight walk you through everything happening at Williams—from intramural volleyball and prayer night as midterms kick off, to chapel with the WBU Singers, National Cheese Doodle Day celebrations, and a full weekend of WBU Baseball vs. Hannibal-LaGrange. They also break down the upcoming Lip Sync Battle in Startup Chapel, with over $300 in prizes, a two-minute time limit, clean tracks only, and five ways to win: Overall Winner, Best Costumes, Best Choreography, Most Creative/Wild Card, and People’s Choice.

    4 min
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The Williams Pulse is an official podcast of Williams Baptist University, featuring multiple episodes each week that highlight life on campus, student stories, athletics, faith and calling, and thoughtful long-form conversations. With 3–4 episodes released weekly, the show includes quick campus guides, focused series like Pulse Check and Real Talk, conversations with student-athletes and coaches, and in-depth interviews with the people who shape Williams—on campus and beyond. Whether you’re a current student, prospective student, parent, alumnus, or friend of the university, The Williams Pulse offers an inside look at what it means to learn, compete, live, and grow in a Christ-centered community.

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  • Creator
    Williams Baptist University
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    126
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Williams Pulse

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