Real Talk is a podcast presented by Reformed Perspective (https://reformedperspective.ca/) focused on having meaningful and honest conversations with subject experts about the various challenges and issues facing the Reformed church community. Hosted by Lucas Holtvluwer and Tyler Vanderwoude, Real Talk aims to inform your discussions and inspire you to have challenging but important conversations with fellow Christians in the spirit of brotherly love.
Ep. 159 - God of the Old & New Testament - Dr. Jannes Smith
Do we really understand God’s character? Or do we sometimes feel as if God has changed? Joined again by Old Testament scholar and professor Dr. Jannes Smith, we discuss God's true character as shown in both the Old and New Testaments, and why we can rest in who he is.
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21 Sept 2026
Ep. 158 - Farming, Food & Worldview - Mike Hutten
Does farming have anything to do worldview? In this episode, we’re joined by Mike Hutten from The Good Ground to answer that question. We talk about modern farming, stewardship, and regenerative agriculture. We explore what it means to be good stewards of God’s earth, how Christians should think about the way we use and care for creation, and and what a biblical worldview has to say about farming and food.
Want to learn more? Check out Mike’s work at www.thegoodground.ca
0:00 - How did Mike get into this?
7:40 - Health
11:00 - What is God’s Design?
14:30 - Conventional vs. Regenerative
19:00 - How did we get here?
29:00 - Why is this “not good?”
33:00 - What does it mean to be a Steward?
46:00 - Innovation?
51:00 - Current Problems
58:00 - Can we pivot?
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7 Sept 2026
EP. 157 - Church, Home & School: Who Does What? - John Wynia
With school starting, we’re asking: Home, Church, School—who does what? Joined by seasoned teacher and parent, John Wynia and with feedback from real teachers, we look at the role parents play in their children’s education and why strong parent involvement matters. We also tackle tough questions about teachers, school rules, conflict, and when parents should step in. We explore how home, church, and school can work together to raise children faithfully.
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