Synopsis
The Think Orphan podcast is hosted by Dr. Karen Hutcheson, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, and Philip Darke, President of Providence World and co-author of In Pursuit of Orphan Excellence. Each week, they discuss the difficult issues and hot topics involved in the global orphan crisis with leading voices from around the world, such as Jedd Medefind, Rick Morton, and Peter Greer. From poverty alleviation and family strengthening, to best practices in caring for orphaned and abandoned children, to human trafficking and mentoring, Phil and Dr. Karen will work with you to navigate the issues that affect millions of children and families all over the world
Episodes
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![Episode 110: Brian Fisher and Kira Schlesinger - Two Perspectives on Abortion, Part 2]()
Episode 110: Brian Fisher and Kira Schlesinger - Two Perspectives on Abortion, Part 2
21/08/2018 Duration: 01h08minIn Episode 110 you will hear a conversation between Brian Fisher, co-founder and President of Human Coalition, and Kira Schlesinger, Episcopalian Priest and author of Pro-Choice and Christian. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 109: Brian Fisher and Kira Schlesinger - Two Perspectives on Abortion]()
Episode 109: Brian Fisher and Kira Schlesinger - Two Perspectives on Abortion
14/08/2018 Duration: 01h23minIn Episode 109 you will hear two separate interviews. First, Phil talks with Brian Fisher, co-founder and President of Human Coalition. In the second half of our show Phil talks with Kira Schlesinger, Episcopalian Priest and author of Pro-Choice and Christian. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com.
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![Episode 108: Peter Greer - Rooting for Rivals]()
Episode 108: Peter Greer - Rooting for Rivals
07/08/2018 Duration: 54minIn Episode 108 Peter Greer, President and CEO of Hope International talks with Phil. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 107: Kim de Blecourt - Be Patient]()
Episode 107: Kim de Blecourt - Be Patient
31/07/2018 Duration: 57minIn Episode 107, Phil talks with Kim de Blecourt, adoptive mother and Executive Director of Nourished Hearts. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 106: Adrian Collins - Choosing Life]()
Episode 106: Adrian Collins - Choosing Life
24/07/2018 Duration: 01h16minIn episode 106, Adrian Collins, an adoptive mother and advocate for women facing unplanned pregnancies. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 105: JT Olson - The Orphan, the Widow, and Me]()
Episode 105: JT Olson - The Orphan, the Widow, and Me
17/07/2018 Duration: 53minIn episode 105, JT Olson, Executive Director of Both Hands, talks with Phil. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 104: Cari Armbruster - In It for the Long Haul]()
Episode 104: Cari Armbruster - In It for the Long Haul
10/07/2018 Duration: 01h09minIn this episode, you will hear Cari Armbruster, Executive Director of Alliance for Children Everywhere. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 103: [Recast ] Krish Kandiah – Welcoming the Stranger]()
Episode 103: [Recast ] Krish Kandiah – Welcoming the Stranger
03/07/2018 Duration: 53min[ This episode is a recast from August 15, 2017 ] In Episode 103, you will hear from Krish Kandiah, Founder of Home for Good and Author of God is Stranger. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 102: [ Recast ] Gabe Lyons -Effectively Engaging Others in a Divisive World]()
Episode 102: [ Recast ] Gabe Lyons -Effectively Engaging Others in a Divisive World
26/06/2018 Duration: 01h09min[ This episode is a recast from November 8, 2016 ] In Episode 102, you will hear from Gabe Lyons, Founder of Q and Author of Good Faith: Being a Christian When Society Thinks You’re Irrelevant and Extreme. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 101: Dr. Karen Hutcheson and Phil Darke - Thoughts from the first 100]()
Episode 101: Dr. Karen Hutcheson and Phil Darke - Thoughts from the first 100
19/06/2018 Duration: 44minIn Episode 101, you will hear from Dr. Karen and Phil, talking about the themes and lessons they learned in the first 100 episodes. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 100: Curt Thompson, M.D. - Anatomy of the Soul]()
Episode 100: Curt Thompson, M.D. - Anatomy of the Soul
12/06/2018 Duration: 01h03minIn Episode 100, you will hear from Curt Thompson, Psychiatrist and prolific author, including Anatomy of the Soul and The Soul of Shame. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 99: A Conversation with Rick Morton]()
Episode 99: A Conversation with Rick Morton
05/06/2018 Duration: 01h09minIn this episode, Phil sits down with Rick Morton, an author and Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Christian Services. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 98: Jephat Chifamba - The Church as the solution to the orphan crisis in Zimbabwe]()
Episode 98: Jephat Chifamba - The Church as the solution to the orphan crisis in Zimbabwe
29/05/2018 Duration: 47minIn Episode 98, you will hear from Dr. Jephat Chifamba. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 97: Bethany Haley Williams - Developing Hope Children and Young Peacemakers]()
Episode 97: Bethany Haley Williams - Developing Hope Children and Young Peacemakers
22/05/2018 Duration: 43minIn Episode 97, you will hear from Bethany Haley Williams, Ph.D., Founder of Exile International and author of Color of Grace. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 96: Stacie Harris - Working Together to End Human Trafficking]()
Episode 96: Stacie Harris - Working Together to End Human Trafficking
15/05/2018 Duration: 43minIn Episode 96, you will hear from Stacie Harris, Assistant US Attorney and anti-trafficking advocate. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 95: Sarah Gesiriech - Turning Faith into Action]()
Episode 95: Sarah Gesiriech - Turning Faith into Action
08/05/2018 Duration: 57minIn Episode 95, you will hear from Sarah Gesiriech, Executive Director of Faith to Action Initiative and advocate for orphaned and vulnerable children. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 94: Mark Stuart - Being the Hands and Feet in Haiti]()
Episode 94: Mark Stuart - Being the Hands and Feet in Haiti
01/05/2018 Duration: 43minIn Episode 94, you will hear from Mark Stuart, Executive Director of Hands & Feet Project and former lead singer for Audio Adrenaline. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 93: Krish Kandiah – Bringing Kids Home For Good]()
Episode 93: Krish Kandiah – Bringing Kids Home For Good
24/04/2018 Duration: 42minIn Episode 93, you will hear from Krish Kandiah, foster parent, Founder of Home for Good, speaker, professor, and Author of God is Stranger and several other books. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 92: Andrew Schneidler – Refreshing Foster and Adoptive Parents Through Lattes, Man Caves, and Road Trips]()
Episode 92: Andrew Schneidler – Refreshing Foster and Adoptive Parents Through Lattes, Man Caves, and Road Trips
17/04/2018 Duration: 58minIn Episode 92, you will hear from Andrew Schneidler, adoptive dad, Co-Founder of the Refresh Conferences, and attorney. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 91: Sam Dharmapala – Fighting Against Trafficking Through Employment]()
Episode 91: Sam Dharmapala – Fighting Against Trafficking Through Employment
10/04/2018 Duration: 44minIn Episode 90, you will hear from Sam Dharmapala, founder and CEO of Regenesys BPO. For full show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com
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![Episode 102: [ Recast ] Gabe Lyons -Effectively Engaging Others in a Divisive World](http://media3.ubook.com/catalog/book-cover-image/217528/200x200/AFAA6BD2-C522-E611-30A1-F745931D6206.jpg)
