Tales Of Hope

First interview of the new year, and it's done with a two-microphone setup! Listen as Emma recounts growing up in Oregon and dealing with visiting divorced parents on opposite ends of the country. She then talks about finding her way to a Chicago suburb and eventually to Hope, where she is currently pursuing her love of all things Japan. New website for both Tales of Hope and Busted Sports: nicholasjmcnamara2.wixsite.com/bustedtales Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

Happy New Year! We start the year off with something new: a trip to downtown Holland and the businesses that support the show and the Hope community. Visit five businesses, hear where they are, and learn what all they offer to the community. Please, go support them all! My second show: anchor.fm/bustedsports Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

We've officially finished the fall semester of our freshman year as a podcast! This episode highlights some of my personal favorite clips, from Brian Morehouse's relationship don'ts to growing up during the civil rights movement with Paul Boersma. As I say in the episode, no new content will be coming until the beginning of January. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

Working out the kinks with the new setup, so forgive me for any problems. Sit back and relax as Mark takes us back to his time growing up in rural Minnesota, what not to do when you have a younger girlfriend as you finish college, and hear about his NaNoWriMo exploits and how a former student got him to join the fun. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

10 points to Gryffindor for whoever gets the reference in the title. Come learn about the history of Hope's science center, from being named after a man who believed in the power of positive thinking to more than doubling it's size after 30 years. Also hear about the awesome science museum/zoo, and listen to me talk about a new, future project that will be coming out next year (most likely). Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

We're back from Thanksgiving! Sit down and listen as Megan talks about her journey to Hope College, her time as a part of Hope's Ready For Life program, and what it's been like living with Williams Syndrome. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

Part 2 of my conversation with Chad Carlson. This part, hear him talk about how he turned his education motivation around in graduate school and his time as a pro basketball player. Also, hear what he does as the Director of General Education and what went into writing his book on the early years of March Madness. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

Part 2 coming out either early next week (before Thanksgiving) or the following week. This interview lasted nearly an hour and a half, so I decided to cut it down to two parts. In part 1, Chad talks with me about growing up at Hope and in Holland. He talks about the role sports has played in his life even from a young age, and how a former Hope soccer player was his "superhero". He also talks about his time as a Hope student, and the type of student he was. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

Welcome back after a week off! I begin this episode by giving Castbox some #FreeAdvertising and talking about my ghost encounters one night before getting into the history of Dimnent Chapel before diving into its history. Named after Hope's fifth president Dr. Edward Dimnent and made with stained glass windows from Italy, come learn what the chapel has to offer! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

Trying something different this week! We learn about the history of the Van Wylen Library, the history of the Van Wylens for who it's named after, and what all you can find inside the library! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

Listen as I sit down for the first in-person interview of the podcast with Hope men's basketball coach Greg Mitchell! Hear him recount growing up with a coach for a father, how he transferred from Central Michigan (where he roomed with future a future NBA star!) to Hope, and how his faith plays a role in life and coaching. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

Ever wanted to hear what goes through a basketball player's mind as they step on the court? Or learn how you can play a sport and portray your Christian values simultaneously? Then relax and listen to Victoria Swift! Hear how she handled her parents' divorce at the age of 2, how she came to Christ, and more in this episode! Be sure to follow Hope Women's Basketball on all their social media platforms to stay up to date with how Vic and the team are doing throughout their season! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

Kick back, relax, and listen to how Tori Longfield went from wanting to be a museum curator to becoming one of a few Digital Liberal Arts librarians in the country. Also listen as she recounts how her and her husband couldn't remember each others' names when they first began talking. Check out Reggie Smokez on YouTube and SoundCloud, and FreshViibez on YouTube! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

Ever wanted to know how you can compare libraries with wine? Listen to this episode and you'll learn! Also learn how Mike has lived all over the country, how he used to play basketball with NBA Finals MVP Andre Iguodala, and how his family owns an apartment in France. New music made on soundtrap.com! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

This episode was recorded on the front porch of the Keppel House, so please ignore all the background noise. Chaplain Paul Boersma comes on the show to talk about growing up in civil rights era Grand Rapids, changing his major FOUR times, and putting his children through Hope while he worked there. He also challenges Greek Life and the athletes to eliminate the negative aspects of their cultures while continuing to help the community. Email Boerz! boersma@hope.edu Facebook: Tales of Hope Instagram and Twitter: @talesofhopepod YouTube: Tales of Hope Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

Listen as I sit down with Hope women's basketball coach Brian Morehouse and laugh for half the episode. Hear how his family turned the upper part of their barn into a basketball court and created a league, how to somehow do everything wrong in the dating world and yet still find the one, and how life puts you in situations that you never saw yourself in. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

Listen in as (her words, my voice) Erin tells the story of her decision to quit playing collegiate soccer, the impact her grandfather's death had on her life, and how his death led to her changing her career choice! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support

Get a taste of what Tales of Hope will be all about, and get to know host Nick McNamara a little! Find us on: Facebook: Tales of Hope Podcast Instagram and Twitter: @talesofhopepod YouTube: Tales of Hope Email the show if you have questions, comments, or are a member of the Hope community and would like to come on the show! storiesofhopepod@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talesofhope/support