# david smith (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover david smith. Page: Feed: --- ## [Interview with Elmer Thiessen](pedagogy.net) _2026-07-29 · kuyers@calvin.edu (Elmer Thiessen, David I. Smith) · Faith in Teaching podcast_ Elmer Thiessen discusses his recent book, Healthy Christian Minds: A Biblical, Practical, and Sometimes Philosophical Exploration of Intellectual Virtues and Vices (Cascade Books, 2024). [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/18e93c5b-1ff6-40b3-aeb3-e5dc946b0522/447805db-f3ba-4c12-8433-75a98d90682e/episodes/audio/group/c3fedc6c-b53b-462d-a325-faee95f3f765/group-item/6c43a374-9b4f-43e3-b452-85a14235f3e5/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=fL9Nb4fI) ## [Interview with Jon Berends](pedagogy.net) _2026-06-24 · kuyers@calvin.edu (Jon Berends, David I. Smith) · Faith in Teaching podcast_ Jon Berends discusses the work of Act 5 in facilitating discipleship among young people ages 18-25 through their Gap Year and Residency programs; as well as their other programs for people of all ages. Find them at https://actfive.ca/. [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/18e93c5b-1ff6-40b3-aeb3-e5dc946b0522/447805db-f3ba-4c12-8433-75a98d90682e/episodes/audio/group/615e1275-9ecf-403f-9e52-fd702591568e/group-item/cc07f2db-f0f8-4476-adf2-df87d64250eb/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=fL9Nb4fI) ## [Interview with Paul Gutacker](pedagogy.net) _2026-04-29 · kuyers@calvin.edu (Paul Gutacker, David I. Smith) · Faith in Teaching podcast_ Paul Gutacker (Brazos Fellows, Baylor University), discusses his new book, Practicing Life Together: A Common Rule for Christian Growth (Moody 2025, https://moodypublishers.com/practicing-life-together). [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/18e93c5b-1ff6-40b3-aeb3-e5dc946b0522/447805db-f3ba-4c12-8433-75a98d90682e/episodes/audio/group/b6b8867b-ea1e-4e2d-8a31-df1a73387615/group-item/4e50cbb1-2cb3-4894-a797-e7e17105c3af/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=fL9Nb4fI) ## [Interview with Patrick Manning](pedagogy.net) _2026-03-25 · kuyers@calvin.edu (David I. Smith, Patrick Manning) · Faith in Teaching podcast_ Patrick Manning, Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology and Director of the Center for Catholic Studies at Seton Hall University, discusses his new book, Be Still and Know: Contemplative Practices for Christian Schools and Educators. This is our second conversation with Patrick, the first was Episode #30. [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/18e93c5b-1ff6-40b3-aeb3-e5dc946b0522/447805db-f3ba-4c12-8433-75a98d90682e/episodes/audio/group/b2b0ae2b-3944-4a2b-bd2a-5989c640032c/group-item/6d590de8-7514-46f9-89db-35362bb8bf91/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=fL9Nb4fI) ## [Interview with Christine Jeske](pedagogy.net) _2026-02-25 · kuyers@calvin.edu (David I. Smith, Christine Jeske) · Faith in Teaching podcast_ Christine Jeske discusses hope and community in the context of the pursuit of racial justice. She is an Associate Professor of Anthropology at Wheaton College and author of the recent book Racial Justice for the Long Haul: How White Christian Advocates Persevere (& Why). Find it at https://www.ivpress.com/racial-justice-for-the-long-haul. [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/18e93c5b-1ff6-40b3-aeb3-e5dc946b0522/447805db-f3ba-4c12-8433-75a98d90682e/episodes/audio/group/db2b3371-3bd6-46cc-895b-2c5d27a803b0/group-item/f552f79b-13fc-4589-8875-3f61e37c85e4/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=fL9Nb4fI) ## [Interview with Gail Gunst Heffner and David P. Warners](pedagogy.net) _2026-01-28 · kuyers@calvin.edu (Gail Gunst Heffner, David P. Warners, David I. Smith) · Faith in Teaching podcast_ A discussion of the book Reconciliation in a Michigan Watershed: Restoring Ken-O-Sha and what it tells us about Christian teaching and learning, with the authors, Gail Gunst Heffner and David P. Warners. Find the book at https://msupress.org/9781611864939/reconciliation-in-a-michigan-watershed/. [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/447805db-f3ba-4c12-8433-75a98d90682e/episodes/998b264d-f5d9-47a7-919d-966c44c84d7a/audio/510018b4-b13a-42da-ae34-87dc7f55f9a0/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=fL9Nb4fI) ## [Interview with John R. Van Wyk](pedagogy.net) _2025-12-17 · kuyers@calvin.edu (John R. Van Wyk, David I. Smith) · Faith in Teaching podcast_ A conversation with John R. Van Wyk, author of To Understand Things as Well as Words: An Examination of Jonathan Edwards as an Educator and His Pedagogical Methodology (https://wipfandstock.com/9798385217533/to-understand-things-as-well-as-words/). [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/447805db-f3ba-4c12-8433-75a98d90682e/episodes/2e97e777-52c1-4db9-8091-80c4a6d45e4d/audio/e1b269e0-8154-44a1-9e9b-3d0f969d42c8/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=fL9Nb4fI) ## [Conversation: 50+ Years of Accounting Industry Insights with David and Mark](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smithink---helping-accountants-turn-their-practices-into-great-businesses/episodes/Conversation-50-Years-of-Accounting-Industry-Insights-with-David-and-Mark-e3c4qpj) _2025-12-10 · David Smith + Mark Holton, Smithink · Smithink - helping accountants turn their practices into great businesses_ David and Mark shared their insights from their experience in the accounting industry as Smi think winds down its activities with events and this final webinar. Lots of questions answered and many insights shared. Presented By: David Smith & Mark Holton, Smi think [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a3d2893c/podcast/play/112404723/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-11-10%2Fe1226890-6bb0-8e0d-3c96-de57964c330a.m4a) ## [Accounting industry trends and benchmarks 2025](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smithink---helping-accountants-turn-their-practices-into-great-businesses/episodes/Accounting-industry-trends-and-benchmarks-2025-e3b5sd3) _2025-11-19 · David Smith + Mark Holton, Smithink · Smithink - helping accountants turn their practices into great businesses_ Measuring performance is crucial for any accounting firm, but understanding how your firm compares to industry standards is key to driving improvement. This session will explore the latest industry reports, examining trends and benchmarks for 2025. Mark and Julia will discuss how these insights can help you assess and enhance the performance of your firm. Presented By: Mark Holton, Smithink +… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a3d2893c/podcast/play/111390563/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-10-19%2F4c9c34a6-d664-33bf-6abb-0830bea08273.m4a) ## [Interview with EduDeo Ministries](pedagogy.net) _2025-11-12 · kuyers@calvin.edu (Laurie Koning, Tom Deelstra, David I. Smith) · Faith in Teaching podcast_ David I. Smith talks with Laurie Koning and Tom Deelstra of EduDeo Ministries (https://edudeo.com/) about their work with Christian schools around the world. [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/447805db-f3ba-4c12-8433-75a98d90682e/episodes/6a988375-1856-4fc8-9019-e366e30fa7f0/audio/1a229999-9cd1-4e5f-aa9d-b909ace7ff59/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=fL9Nb4fI) ## [AI QA that opens fix PRs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/2RnnoNzJdLVN) _2025-11-12 · **Sponsored**_ Run a browser QA from plain-English instructions; get GitHub issues and optional fix PRs. ## [A practical look at offshoring done right](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smithink---helping-accountants-turn-their-practices-into-great-businesses/episodes/A-practical-look-at-offshoring-done-right-e3ah58t) _2025-11-05 · David Smith + Mark Holton, Smithink · Smithink - helping accountants turn their practices into great businesses_ Hear from a leading firm that's built a high-performing offshore team. Explore how structure, culture and governance turn offshore teams into long-term assets. Discover the best practice behind sustainable capacity planning. Presented by: David Smith, Smi think , Stephen Hogg, Krish Sritharan, Solutions Centric + Ross Hedrick, Kidmans Partners [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a3d2893c/podcast/play/110711517/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-10-5%2F3ea5e9a4-c20d-a403-1898-d4622aedb940.m4a) ## [Artificial Intelligence and Advisory Services: What’s all the fuss about?](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smithink---helping-accountants-turn-their-practices-into-great-businesses/episodes/Artificial-Intelligence-and-Advisory-Services-Whats-all-the-fuss-about-e38hnq6) _2025-09-22 · David Smith + Mark Holton, Smithink · Smithink - helping accountants turn their practices into great businesses_ The rise of artificial intelligence has opened up exciting opportunities for accounting firms to deliver more value through advisory services. But with so much information available, how can you leverage AI effectively? How do you turn it into a service that clients find valuable and are willing to pay for? And, importantly, how do you price that service based on value? This webinar will address… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a3d2893c/podcast/play/108633350/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-8-22%2F51c31643-aa07-dda5-20fd-1ef884fcbe0d.m4a) ## [Offshoring the Grind, Amplify Advisory & Stay Resilient](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smithink---helping-accountants-turn-their-practices-into-great-businesses/episodes/Offshoring-the-Grind--Amplify-Advisory--Stay-Resilient-e37m9i9) _2025-09-03 · David Smith + Mark Holton, Smithink · Smithink - helping accountants turn their practices into great businesses_ Australian accounting and advisory firms are increasingly building offshore teams to address talent shortages, rising compliance demands, and the need for greater capacity. By shifting routine work such as bookkeeping, SMSF, BAS, payroll, tax preparation, and paraplanning to skilled offshore teams, firms can free their onshore staff to focus on client relationships, strategic advisory, and growth… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a3d2893c/podcast/play/107734025/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-8-3%2Fc7052cff-81c3-07da-b641-1ee32f3f2992.m4a) ## [Marketing for Accounting Firms: Simple steps for success](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smithink---helping-accountants-turn-their-practices-into-great-businesses/episodes/Marketing-for-Accounting-Firms-Simple-steps-for-success-e372rpg) _2025-08-20 · David Smith + Mark Holton, Smithink · Smithink - helping accountants turn their practices into great businesses_ Over the years, many firms have turned to consultants for their marketing plans, but this approach is often ineffective. The truth is, there are plenty of simple actions firms can take themselves to kickstart their marketing efforts and engage the entire team. In this webinar, David will explore these easy-to-implement strategies to help you create and manage a successful marketing plan for your… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a3d2893c/podcast/play/107097328/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-7-20%2F16aaab22-a9de-f0f3-1820-880aca1779a9.m4a) ## [Transform Your Practice with Digital Advice, SMSF Guidance and AI Coaching – No AFSL Required](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smithink---helping-accountants-turn-their-practices-into-great-businesses/episodes/Transform-Your-Practice-with-Digital-Advice--SMSF-Guidance-and-AI-Coaching--No-AFSL-Required-e36gn3q) _2025-08-06 · David Smith + Mark Holton, Smithink · Smithink - helping accountants turn their practices into great businesses_ This session is designed specifically for accounting professionals looking to enhance client service, drive new revenue streams, and streamline operations using moneyGPS Advice and moneyGPS SMSF—now with 24/7 AI Support. The best part? It’s all delivered under the moneyGPS AFSL, meaning no licence is required on your end. What We’ll Cover Effortless Onboarding & Deployment: See how you can launch… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a3d2893c/podcast/play/106502714/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-7-6%2F2b478837-0f93-3767-f89a-58dec524f79b.m4a) ## [Developing leadership skills for success in your firm](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smithink---helping-accountants-turn-their-practices-into-great-businesses/episodes/Developing-leadership-skills-for-success-in-your-firm-e35k1r3) _2025-07-16 · David Smith + Mark Holton, Smithink · Smithink - helping accountants turn their practices into great businesses_ Effective leadership is essential for managing the systems, people, and processes that drive an accounting firm’s success. This session will explore the qualities of great leaders and how to apply them within your firm. You’ll also uncover the 10 most common managerial mistakes and strategies to avoid them. Presented By: Mark Holton, Smi think [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a3d2893c/podcast/play/105563427/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-6-16%2F018eceea-a076-3451-6c9f-5ea573d695c0.m4a) ## [Interview with Quentin Schultze and David I. Smith](pedagogy.net) _2025-06-25 · kuyers@calvin.edu (David I. Smith, Quentin Schultze) · Faith in Teaching podcast_ Our guest host, Quentin Schultze (Professor Emeritus, Calvin University) interviews Kuyers Institute director David I. Smith about his new book, Everyday Christian Teaching: A Guide to Practicing Faith in the Classroom. Find it at https://www.eerdmans.com/9780802883001/everyday-christian-teaching/, and find the new Everyday Christian Teaching K-12 professional development resources at… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/447805db-f3ba-4c12-8433-75a98d90682e/episodes/2c55d9c7-4655-4af4-b812-1a13fa52668e/audio/4626af77-2d45-42d6-bbf1-47ff083cc426/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=fL9Nb4fI) ## [Why every firm needs a resource plan](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smithink---helping-accountants-turn-their-practices-into-great-businesses/episodes/Why-every-firm-needs-a-resource-plan-e34decu) _2025-06-18 · David Smith + Mark Holton, Smithink · Smithink - helping accountants turn their practices into great businesses_ Improving turnaround times, boosting team productivity, enhancing client satisfaction, and increasing firm profitability all start with a solid resource plan. This session will highlight the importance of resource planning, outline its key components, and provide actionable steps to help you create a plan that works for your firm. Presented By: David Smith, Smi think [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a3d2893c/podcast/play/104298334/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-5-18%2F6420d0a4-efae-9e13-24ec-02574453db2a.m4a) ## [Interview with Kiera Phyo and Lorraine Prince](pedagogy.net) _2025-05-28 · kuyers@calvin.edu (Kiera Phyo, Lorraine Prince, David I. Smith) · Faith in Teaching podcast_ Kiera Phyo (Reconciling Leaders Network Director to the Archbishop of Canterbury) and Lorraine Prince (Head of Networks, National Society for Education, Church of England) discuss the Difference program (https://difference.rln.global/). [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/447805db-f3ba-4c12-8433-75a98d90682e/episodes/ae48149f-43de-43c2-97bb-c58d27208c07/audio/da60a414-0b94-4395-a049-fe4cb77356eb/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=fL9Nb4fI) ## [AI QA that opens fix PRs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/unNOaPGP7GQz) _2025-05-28 · **Sponsored**_ Run a browser QA from plain-English instructions; get GitHub issues and optional fix PRs. ## [Business Advisory Tools: What’s trending in 2025](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smithink---helping-accountants-turn-their-practices-into-great-businesses/episodes/Business-Advisory-Tools-Whats-trending-in-2025-e33dhst) _2025-05-27 · David Smith + Mark Holton, Smithink · Smithink - helping accountants turn their practices into great businesses_ With an ever-expanding range of software and solutions available, selecting the right tools is essential for accountants looking to deliver impactful and engaging business advisory services. Understanding how these tools fit into the advisory process and their unique strengths can make all the difference. This session will explore some of the key solutions making waves in 2025 and provide valuable… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a3d2893c/podcast/play/103253341/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-27%2F2fbf5d46-eae5-d4f3-05e6-5fc9da04864e.m4a)