The Battle Ground Project – Details, episodes & analysis

Today Max and Chris interview Matt Lindland following a coaching clinic given at BMA Academy in Battle Ground. Matt has a long history both as a college and Olympic wrester, and as a coach at both the college and Olympic levels. He also owns a gym in Portland. On top of these things he's competed in the UFC and he and his wife have recently been attending Chris's church. In today's interview Matt provides fascinating insights into the wrestling and UFC scenes as well as his own thoughts on spiritual self-defense. Enjoy!

Connect with Coach Matt:

https://www.coachmattlindland.com/

Connect with The Father’s Heart Combat Sports Outreach:

https://fathersheartsports.org/

Learn more about Matt’s story:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matt_Lindland

Battle Ground is full of interesting people--and among the most interesting are Brad and Jeff Williams, owners of Hamilton Lee Supply. Their business specializes in large cut, live edge lumber. They got into the business during Covid and the business has grown rapidly. Brad is a veteran builder. Jeff is his father, and also a retired US astronaut. He flew four missions to help build the International Space Station. He even speaks Russian, and he is now an elder at Word of Grace Church in Battle Ground. Join Chris and Max for a free ranging and informative conversation with these accomplished business owners.

Check Out Hamilton Lee Supply: https://hamiltonleesupply.com/

Camden Spiller, owner of Maddox Industrial Transformer discussed the opportunities in manufacturing and his business activities in Battle Ground and other locations across America.

On today's Battle Ground Project Chris and Max catch up with Joe Kent, former candidate for US Congress. In the course of the discussion they discuss the election and its aftermath, and Joe's plans for his future in politics. They also discuss the unique political character of Battle Ground as a red dot in a sea of blue, as well as Joe's thoughts on Christians and their role in politics expressly as Christians. This episode was recorded at Old Town Burger in Battle Ground, so please excuse the background noise and enjoy the show!

Welcome to the premiere episode of The Battle Ground Project—an Experiment in Christian Localism. In this episode C. R. Wiley and Max Booth speak with Michael Foster, a church planter in Batavia, Ohio, and the mind behind The County Before Country Conference his church sponsors.

Today Max interviews Chris and their friend Nik Storm about a new book club they’re starting that will meet at the Battle Ground Public Library beginning Saturday, April 6th 10:00am til noon. The club will read and discuss classic books that will take readers deeper than the current headlines. The goal is to introduce people to the great ideas of western civilization, and examine the intellectual crisis of the West. And the first book that the club will read is Richard Weaver’s, Ideas Have Consequences. In today’s show Chris and Nik introduce the book, and explain their goals for the club.

Today Chris and Max have the opportunity to interview Irina Sirotkina—owner of Sweetly Bakery and Coffee Bar in Battle Ground! It was a tough assignment—but someone had to do it! After enjoying some great sandwiches and treats, the guys interviewed Irina to learn about what inspired her to start the business, how things have things have been going, and how her Christian faith informs her life. If you'd like to learn more, visit Sweetly's website—or better yet, visit the shop—it's great!​

Find more info at https://www.sweetlybg.com/

Chris and Max are finally back—and they're at one of their favorite places, Old Town Burger in Battle Ground, Washington! Today they're joined by Semi Bird, Republican candidate for Governor of the State of Washington. The conversation is free ranging, covering Semi's childhood as one of seven children of a single mother, his time in the military, and his eventual success in education and now his campaign for Govenor. Join us, we're sure you'll find it educational and inspirational!

Learn more about Semi’s Campaign: https://www.birdforgovernor.com/

Join the Battle Ground Project today for a quick conversation with Nick Solheim.  Nick is the Chief Operations Officer of American Moment and co-host of Moment of Truth. 

American Moment’s mission is to identify, educate, and credential young Americans who will implement public policy that supports strong families, a sovereign nation, and prosperity for all. American Moment hosts events, produces original content, and builds networks to create personnel who will implement our priorities in government, business, and public policy organizations.

Connect with American Moment at https://www.americanmoment.org/

Join the Battle Ground Project Podcast today for a fun conversation with Josh VanGelder, candidate for Battle Ground city council.  Josh is a God-fearing patriot who believes in the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. 

Connect with Josh at https://www.vangelderforbg.com/