Episode 205

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10th Aug 2023

Leading with Compassion: A Conversation with Mayor Corey Woods on Community Development and Public Service

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to lead a city with compassion and integrity while keeping the needs of the community at heart? Mayor Corey Woods of Tempe, Arizona, joins us for an enriching and honest discussion on his leadership journey, the lessons he's learned from his father, and his collaborative approach to policy making. He shares how treating people with kindness and respect is the cornerstone of his leadership style. 

In our riveting conversation, Mayor Woods enlightens us about his crusade for affordable housing, and how his personal experiences with the challenges of housing affordability fuels his commitment. He details his vision for Tempe, focusing on a balance between economic development and community needs. As a champion for marginalized communities, Mayor Woods shares how he and his team are creating opportunities for those often overlooked, fostering generational wealth through small business grants and support. 

We wrap up with an engaging exploration of Mayor Woods' initiatives in tackling homelessness, the importance of involving the youth in public service, and his unflagging efforts to maintain clear communication lines with the residents of Tempe. Get inspired by his story of community involvement at a young age and his message that reminds us all that we can make a difference. This insightful conversation with Mayor Woods is sure to stir your thinking and perhaps even ignite your passion for community service and leadership.

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Becoming Bridge Builders
Biblical Common Sense for a Divided World
Becoming Bridge Builders is a faith-centered podcast hosted by Rev. Dr. Keith Haney, created for believers who sense God’s call to lead with wisdom, courage, and compassion in a deeply divided world. In an age of cultural confusion, outrage, and fractured relationships, this podcast exists to replace societal absurdity with biblical common sense and Christ-centered clarity.
Each episode explores how God is raising up modern-day bridge builders—men and women equipped to stand firm in truth while extending grace, listening well, and leading with conviction. Through biblical teaching, cultural commentary, and practical application, Becoming Bridge Builders offers fearless yet thoughtful guidance for navigating today’s toughest issues without sacrificing faith or integrity.
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B. Keith Haney

I am B. Keith Haney, the Assistant to the President of Iowa District West for Missions, Human Care, and Stewardship. Drawn to Western Iowa by its inspiring mission opportunities, I dedicate myself to helping churches connect with the unconnected and disengaged in their communities. As a loving husband, father, and grandfather, I strive to create authentic spaces for conversation through my podcast and blog.