Podcast Mission
Our mission is to educate, inspire, and empower listeners to understand and combat racial injustice. Through in-depth discussions, personal narratives, Biblical referencing, and expert insights, we aim to amplify marginalized voices, challenge systemic inequalities, and foster a more inclusive and equitable society. We are committed to promoting empathy, understanding, and actionable change by providing a platform for critical conversations about race, justice, and humanity.
Current Episodes of R2ED Out Loud Podcast
Leading CMDA from a Regional POV
Wes Ehrhart and Connor Ham talk with Bill in studio about their experiences and insights gained from working as CMDA Regional Directors.
Healing Hearts and Bones in the Peruvian Amazon: Dr. Peter Cole of Scalpel At The Cross
In this episode of CMDA Matters, we welcome Dr. Peter Cole, a distinguished orthopedic surgeon, educator at the University of Minnesota, and founder of Scalpel At The Cross—a medical mission transforming lives in Pucallpa, Peru. Dr. Cole built Scalpel At The Cross alongside his wife Nancy in 2004, dedicating their skills and faith to providing life-changing musculoskeletal care in the Peruvian Amazon.
Proverbs and Prudence
Steve Sartori, MD shares from Proverbs four Principles of Making Wise Decisions.
What The World Needs Now
Gene Rudd, MD takes a deep dive into the most famous verse in the Bible, John 3:16 and how it is God’s Valentine to the world.
Saving Faith
Bill Reichart shares about the Lent season and how it can focus us on the importance of Easter.
Connecting, Inspiring and Equipping Women in Healthcare: A Conversation with Drs. Rahkola & Ghezzi
In this episode of CMDA Matters, we’re joined by two incredible leaders from our Women Physicians and Dentists in Christ (WPDC) ministry. Dr. Sarah Rahkola, an internist and clinic medical director at Providence Medical Group specializing in geriatric care and substance use disorders, and Elisa M. Ghezzi, a geriatric dentist with 25 years of experience and a PhD in Epidemiology who teaches at the University of Michigan, share their powerful stories of faith and leadership.
From Zero to Fifty: A Medical Student’s Journey in Building a Thriving Chapter
Kayla Grooters, 3rd year medical student from Western Michigan discusses how God can grow a student chapter simply by using student’s faithful steps of obedience.
Trusting in God’s Calling Even When the Road Ahead Seems Impossible
This week’s episode features an inspiring guest: Dr. Klaus-Dieter John—a world-renowned surgeon, medical missionary, and founder of Diospi Suyana, a modern hospital serving the Quechua people in the Peruvian Andes. For nearly 20 years, Dr. John and his wife, Dr. Martina John, have faced incredible challenges while bringing high-quality medical care and the hope of the gospel to thousands who previously had little to no access to healthcare.
But To Wait
Bert Jones shares from Acts 1:4-5 about benefits and blessings of waiting for God before beginning your mission.
