Ethocast

About Ethocast

Ethocast is a fraternity and sorority life leadership podcast that equips members with the knowledge and insights to help build strong chapters. Fraternity member Eddie Francis offers up commentaries and conversations filled with information to help college fraternity and sorority members develop their leadership skills, excel academically, and be the best members they can be.

Publisher

Eddie Francis

Category

education · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 May 2024

Latest episode

21 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

41 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Aug 2026

   34 | In Praise of Sacred Greeks with Dr. Lyman Montgomery Part 2

   Dr. Lyman Montgomery returned to "Ethocast" to share more of his thoughts about those renouncing and denouncing Divine Nine fraternities and sororities. In this episode, he discussed that if renouncers and denouncers are going to call out D9 symbols, they should also consider the symbols of items we purchase and even symbols in churches. About the Guest Dr. Lyman Montgomery is the founder of SacredGreekslife.com [https://www.sacredgreekslife.com/], a faith-centered platform dedicated to helping members of Black Greek Letter Organizations follow Jesus with clarity, integrity, and confidence. Through biblical teaching, cultural insight, and honest dialogue, he equips believers to navigate the intersection of faith and Greek life without fear, shame, or confusion. His work challenges distorted narratives about Christianity and Greekdom while calling believers to live as salt and light in every space God assigns. Dr. Montgomery has written more than eight books and has been featured in leading business and leadership magazines for his work in coaching, compliance, and organizational excellence. He is a sought-after conference speaker known for blending theological depth, cultural awareness, and practical leadership strategies that transform both individuals and institutions. He is the owner of Focused Driven Compliance and Focused Driven Lifestyle Coaching, where he advises organizations and leaders on achieving clarity, sustainability, and excellence in both mission and operations. An active member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc., Dr. Montgomery brings a unique voice to conversations at the intersection of faith, culture, and brotherhood. His life and leadership journey were featured in the internationally acclaimed and award-winning documentary UnMasking Hope, which chronicles his commitment to healing, identity, and purposeful living. He is a devoted husband and proud father of three sons, and his life's mission is to help others discover that they do not have to abandon their culture to follow Christ, but can instead redeem, reclaim, and repurpose it for His glory.

2. 

   2 Jul 2026

   33 | In Praise of Sacred Greeks with Dr. Lyman Montgomery

   As people continue to renounce and denounce their Divine Nine fraternities and sororities, Dr. Lyman Montgomery [https://www.coachlyman.com/] continues to push back...hard. He doesn't argue, he brings receipts.  In part one of this conversation, Lyman talks about his motivation for founding Sacred Greeks, the inconsistencies of renouncing and denouncing logic, and more. About the Guest Dr. Lyman Montgomery is the founder of SacredGreekslife.com [https://www.sacredgreekslife.com/], a faith-centered platform dedicated to helping members of Black Greek Letter Organizations follow Jesus with clarity, integrity, and confidence. Through biblical teaching, cultural insight, and honest dialogue, he equips believers to navigate the intersection of faith and Greek life without fear, shame, or confusion. His work challenges distorted narratives about Christianity and Greekdom while calling believers to live as salt and light in every space God assigns. Dr. Montgomery has written more than eight books and has been featured in leading business and leadership magazines for his work in coaching, compliance, and organizational excellence. He is a sought-after conference speaker known for blending theological depth, cultural awareness, and practical leadership strategies that transform both individuals and institutions. He is the owner of Focused Driven Compliance and Focused Driven Lifestyle Coaching, where he advises organizations and leaders on achieving clarity, sustainability, and excellence in both mission and operations. An active member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc., Dr. Montgomery brings a unique voice to conversations at the intersection of faith, culture, and brotherhood. His life and leadership journey were featured in the internationally acclaimed and award-winning documentary UnMasking Hope, which chronicles his commitment to healing, identity, and purposeful living. He is a devoted husband and proud father of three sons, and his life's mission is to help others discover that they do not have to abandon their culture to follow Christ, but can instead redeem, reclaim, and repurpose it for His glory.

3. 

   18 Jun 2026

   32 | Sorority Lessons for Life with Christine Briede

   Although Christine Briede was initiated into Kappa Alpha Theta over 40 years ago, the lessons that she learned in college have carried her for life. A highly respected nonprofit professional in the Greater New Orleans area, Christine joined Ethocast to talk about how fraternity and sorority members can positively impact society, especially in modeling healthy relationships. About the Guest Christine T. Briede serves as president and CEO of the Jefferson Community Foundation [https://jeffersoncommunity.org/], where she leads strategic partnerships, fundraising efforts, and community initiatives that strengthen Jefferson Parish. Her career bridges the corporate, nonprofit, and philanthropic sectors, combining strong business leadership with a deep commitment to community impact. Before joining JCF, Christine served as Director of Development at the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center and as a philanthropy officer with the American Red Cross. Earlier in her career, she spent 20 years as the President and majority owner of an international food service equipment and design company, successfully leading the business through its sale in 2013. Christine's leadership has been widely recognized. She is a five-time Biz New Orleans "New Orleans 500" honoree, a 2022 New Orleans CityBusiness Women of the Year Hall of Fame inductee, a three-time Diversity magazine "Top 500 Women Businesses in the U.S." honoree, and a Gambit Weekly "40 Under 40" recipient. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast and Film Communications from the University of Alabama, has completed nonprofit management coursework through Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, and earned a certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from the University of South Florida. Christine earned her Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE®) credential in 2020.

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

23,621

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 39 / 100

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48

Social presence

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YouTube

76

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