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Recent Episodes
Grafted Together Ep 48: Addressing Gender Ideology: Four Foundational Strategies
April 9, 2026
This episode is from a recent meeting of ACSI Early Educators in which Jerry Nelson spoke to the group about a biblical approach to current cultural beliefs on gender.
Grafted Together Ep 47: From Goals to Systems to Flourishing, with Nathan Stark
April 7, 2026
Nathan Stark, founder of FolioBridge, shares his journey from a new teacher with no classroom structure to a leader passionate about systems thinking in education.
Stronger Together Ep 13: Dr. Sean McDowell on Building a Culture of Curious Students
April 6, 2026
Dr. Sean McDowell, keynote speaker at the upcoming Rooted Educator Worldview Summit, joins the podcast to discuss Rooted, how to encourage questions in your classroom, and the impact of Christian education when done right--or wrong.
Grafted Together Ep 46: Faith, Reconciliation, and the Blessings of Diversity, with John Murray
April 2, 2026
How can leaders navigate the tension between pursuing a more diverse culture while fostering belonging for both staff and students? John Murray, Head of School at Brookstone Schools (NC), joins Jerry Nelson.
Grafted Together Ep 45: Biblical Infusion: Equipping Educators to Teach Like Jesus, with Dr. Kevin Miller
March 30, 2026
What does it mean to be a Christlike teacher? Kevin Miller, Director of Spiritual Life at Cincinnati Christian Schools, joins the Grafted Together Podcast, with Douglas Campbell hosting.




