Dr. Frampton Gwynette is Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at LSU Health Shreveport and a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist. Throughout his career, he has dedicated his work to advancing autism care through clinical practice, research, education, and advocacy. Before joining LSU Health Shreveport, Dr. Gwynette served on the faculty at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), where he founded innovative programs including Project Rex and the Autism News Network—initiatives designed to empower individuals with autism and amplify their voices through education, storytelling, and community engagement. In addition to his leadership in autism care, Dr. Gwynette is passionate about educating future psychiatrists and behavioral health professionals while expanding access to quality mental health services. His work continues to influence how clinicians, educators, and communities better understand and support individuals on the autism spectrum. In this episode of Asking Why, Dr. Gwynette joins Clint Davis for a thoughtful conversation about autism, the evolving landscape of mental health care, supporting families, reducing barriers to treatment, and the importance of investing in the next generation of mental health providers. To learn more about Dr. Gwynette and the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Medicine at LSU Health Shreveport, listeners can visit the LSU Health Shreveport website. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lsuhs_psychiatry/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LSUHSPsychiatryandBehavioralMedicine/    Asking Why with Clint Davis Sponsors: A special thank you to the incredible sponsors of Asking Why with Clint Davis for investing in meaningful conversations that bring hope, healing, and growth to our community.   Wellness by Dr. Natalia — a physician-led integrative and concierge medical practice in Shreveport focused on longevity, regenerative medicine, aesthetics, and whole-person wellness. Learn more at www.LuraguizMD.com   Uprising Addiction Center — helping individuals and families find lasting recovery through compassionate, evidence-based addiction treatment focused on healing the whole person. Learn more at www.UprisingCenter.com   LearningRx Shreveport — empowering children and adults by strengthening cognitive skills needed to learn, focus, read, and succeed with confidence. Learn more at www.LearningRx.com/Shreveport   We’re grateful for businesses and organizations that believe in strengthening people, families, and our community.

Brian G. Hollins is the Chief Executive Officer of Uprising Addiction Center in Shreveport, Louisiana, where he leads one of the region’s premier addiction treatment organizations dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome substance use disorders. He is also the Senior Pastor of Abounding Grace Ministries, where he faithfully serves by preaching the Gospel, equipping believers to grow in their faith, and impacting the community through outreach and compassionate ministry. Before entering full-time leadership in healthcare and ministry, Brian retired from the Shreveport Fire Department after a distinguished career, serving as Chief Training Officer. His years of public service, combined with his experience in executive leadership and pastoral ministry, have equipped him with a unique passion for developing people, building strong organizations, and transforming lives through faith, compassion, and excellence.   website:  www.UprisingCenter.com   Asking Why with Clint Davis Sponsors: A special thank you to the incredible sponsors of Asking Why with Clint Davis for investing in meaningful conversations that bring hope, healing, and growth to our community.   Wellness by Dr. Natalia — a physician-led integrative and concierge medical practice in Shreveport focused on longevity, regenerative medicine, aesthetics, and whole-person wellness. Learn more at www.LuraguizMD.com   Uprising Addiction Center — helping individuals and families find lasting recovery through compassionate, evidence-based addiction treatment focused on healing the whole person. Learn more at www.UprisingCenter.com   LearningRx Shreveport — empowering children and adults by strengthening cognitive skills needed to learn, focus, read, and succeed with confidence. Learn more at www.LearningRx.com/Shreveport   We’re grateful for businesses and organizations that believe in strengthening people, families, and our community.

Colvin Roberson is a lifelong Shreveport resident, entrepreneur, and the founder of the Shreveport Card Show, one of the largest sports card events in the Ark-La-Tex. After a 26-year career with the Caddo Parish Clerk of Court, he took a leap of faith and left government service to pursue his passion for sports cards, media, and community-building full-time. He is the host of Off Center with Colvin Roberson on AM 1130 The Tiger, where sports, collecting, business, and life collide. A husband, father of three, and lifelong collector, Colvin is committed to creating opportunities and helping change the narrative about the city he proudly calls home.   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/843257673044794/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shreveportcardshow/?hl=en   Asking Why with Clint Davis Sponsors: A special thank you to the incredible sponsors of Asking Why with Clint Davis for investing in meaningful conversations that bring hope, healing, and growth to our community.   Wellness by Dr. Natalia — a physician-led integrative and concierge medical practice in Shreveport focused on longevity, regenerative medicine, aesthetics, and whole-person wellness. Learn more at www.LuraguizMD.com   Uprising Addiction Center — helping individuals and families find lasting recovery through compassionate, evidence-based addiction treatment focused on healing the whole person. Learn more at www.UprisingCenter.com   LearningRx Shreveport — empowering children and adults by strengthening cognitive skills needed to learn, focus, read, and succeed with confidence. Learn more at www.LearningRx.com/Shreveport   We’re grateful for businesses and organizations that believe in strengthening people, families, and our community.

Jonathan Tepper serves as the Chief Investment Officer at Prevatt Capital and is also the founder of Variant Perception. He previously worked as an analyst at SAC Capital and held the position of Vice President on the proprietary trading desk at Bank of America. An accomplished author, Jonathan has penned several financial bestsellers, is a Rhodes Scholar and graduated with highest honors in History and honors in Economics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He also holds an MLitt from the University of Oxford. In reflecting on his childhood and upcoming book, he says,“I grew up as amissionary kid in Madrid, Spain, where my parents founded a drug rehabilitation program for heroin addicts. Tragically, most addicts shared needles, contracted HIV and many succumbed to AIDS. They were my brothers and sisters. My new book,‘Shooting Up’ not only serves as a firsthand account of the heroin and AIDS crisis during those years, but as a tale of love and compassion and loss. It’s a love letter to friends and family ... and even learning.” Jonathan's Book "Shooting Up": https://a.co/d/0102r9wd   Asking Why with Clint Davis Sponsors: A special thank you to the incredible sponsors of Asking Why with Clint Davis for investing in meaningful conversations that bring hope, healing, and growth to our community.   Wellness by Dr. Natalia — a physician-led integrative and concierge medical practice in Shreveport focused on longevity, regenerative medicine, aesthetics, and whole-person wellness. Learn more at www.LuraguizMD.com   Uprising Addiction Center — helping individuals and families find lasting recovery through compassionate, evidence-based addiction treatment focused on healing the whole person. Learn more at www.UprisingCenter.com   LearningRx Shreveport — empowering children and adults by strengthening cognitive skills needed to learn, focus, read, and succeed with confidence. Learn more at www.LearningRx.com/Shreveport   We’re grateful for businesses and organizations that believe in strengthening people, families, and our community.

Bob Thames is a community builder, entrepreneur, and nonprofit leader based in Shreveport, Louisiana. He serves as Treasurer for Shreveport Green, Development Director for Cohab, and sits on the board of Community Renewal. In addition, Bob leads Single Source Business Solutions, a firm dedicated to helping small businesses and individuals with accounting, tax, and consulting services. He is also the owner of Marilynn’s Place, a community-loved favorite known for its authentic Cajun cuisine and local Shreveport charm. Known for his ability to connect people and ideas, Bob has organized events that highlight Shreveport’s creativity, entrepreneurship, and local culture. His work blends business development with community engagement, creating opportunities for small businesses, makers, and nonprofits to thrive. Across his roles, Bob is committed to strengthening Shreveport’s economic and cultural landscape while supporting organizations that foster collaboration and renewal. As a husband, father, and active leader, he brings both professional expertise and personal passion to every project, always focused on building a stronger, more connected community.   Marilynns Place: https://www.facebook.com/MarilynnsPlace/ Single Source: https://www.singlesourcebiz.com   Asking Why with Clint Davis Sponsors: A special thank you to the incredible sponsors of Asking Why with Clint Davis for investing in meaningful conversations that bring hope, healing, and growth to our community.   Wellness by Dr. Natalia — a physician-led integrative and concierge medical practice in Shreveport focused on longevity, regenerative medicine, aesthetics, and whole-person wellness. Learn more at www.LuraguizMD.com   Uprising Addiction Center — helping individuals and families find lasting recovery through compassionate, evidence-based addiction treatment focused on healing the whole person. Learn more at www.UprisingCenter.com   LearningRx Shreveport — empowering children and adults by strengthening cognitive skills needed to learn, focus, read, and succeed with confidence. Learn more at www.LearningRx.com/Shreveport   We’re grateful for businesses and organizations that believe in strengthening people, families, and our community.

In this insightful interview, Kristen Jensen, author of Good Pictures Bad Pictures and Guide for Girls, shares her journey into creating resources that help parents protect children from harmful content online. The discussion covers the importance of early education on body safety, the impact of pornography on children's development, and practical strategies for parents to foster healthy boundaries and conversations.   Kristen A. Jenson, MA is the founder of Defend Young Minds and the #1 bestselling author of Good Pictures Bad Pictures and Good Pictures Bad PicturesJr., with nearly 400,000 copies sold worldwide. Her newest title, Good Pictures Bad Pictures Guide for Girls: How I Stay Safe, Smart & Confident, helpsparents equip daughters to reject objectification and grow in safety, confidence and mental well-being. Through books, curriculum, guides and articles, Kristen and her team have helped millions of parents raise empowered, resilient, screen-smart kids. A trustedmedia guest, she speaks with authority on how parents can prepare children before exposure instead of reacting after harm has already occurred. Her work hasbeen quoted and referenced by The Wall Street Journal, Fortune, The New Yorker, The Epoch Times and others and she has testified before the WashingtonState Senate Law and Justice Committee on the public health crisis of pornography. She lives in Washington State with her husband and family nearby.   Website: https://www.defendyoungminds.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/defendyoungminds/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DefendYMinds X: https://x.com/DefendYM   Books: Good Pictures Bad Pictures: Porn-Proofing Today's Young Kids: https://a.co/d/0cFUHR8l Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr.: A Simple Plan to Protect Young Minds: https://a.co/d/0iAaAz0z Good Pictures Bad Pictures Guide for Girls: https://a.co/d/0cROfQvJ   Asking Why with Clint Davis Sponsors: Wellness by Dr. Natalia — a physician-led integrative and concierge medical practice redefining modern healthcare in Shreveport, Louisiana. Wellness by Dr. Natalia offers personalized care focused on longevity, regenerative medicine, peptide therapy, IV therapy, advanced aesthetics, and whole-person wellness. Their approach is designed to help patients move beyond symptom management and take ownership of their long-term health through innovative, relationship-driven care. Learn more: www.LuraguizMD.com Looking for a more personalized healthcare experience focused on prevention, vitality, and wellness? Visit Wellness by Dr. Natalia to learn more about their concierge medicine and integrative wellness services. www.LuraguizMD.com   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Defending Young Minds02:44 The Journey to Writing Good Pictures, Bad Pictures05:39 The Impact of Good Pictures, Bad Pictures08:25 The Importance of Conversations About Pornography11:18 The New Book: Guide for Girls14:07 Understanding Objectification and Its Consequences16:43 Preparing Children to Reject Pornography21:04 Navigating Art and Nudity with Children24:03 The Internet's Predatory Nature24:55 Innocence vs. Protection: A Parent's Dilemma27:18 The Impact of Early Exposure to Pornography30:02 The Role of Education in Preventing Abuse32:44 Defend Young Minds: Empowering Parents and Children

In this episode, Dr. Jody Jedlicka shares insights on auditory processing disorders, learning challenges, and how cognitive training through Learning RX can transform children's lives. Discover practical strategies for parents and educators to support children's development and unlock their potential.   Dr. Jody Jedlicka is a doctor of audiology with more than 30 years of experience helping children who struggle with reading, listening, and learning. She began her career in Milwaukee Public Schools and later helped train clinicians while supporting families firsthand through auditory processing evaluations and treatment. Now the Director of Support for LearningRx, Dr. Jedlicka helps parents understand why learning feels hard and what can actually help. Her work is grounded in research, guided by experience, and designed to help you understand your child better so you can give them every opportunity to succeed.  Website: https://www.learningrx.com/   Asking Why with Clint Davis Sponsors: Wellness by Dr. Natalia — a physician-led integrative and concierge medical practice redefining modern healthcare in Shreveport, Louisiana. Wellness by Dr. Natalia offers personalized care focused on longevity, regenerative medicine, peptide therapy, IV therapy, advanced aesthetics, and whole-person wellness. Their approach is designed to help patients move beyond symptom management and take ownership of their long-term health through innovative, relationship-driven care. Learn more: www.LuraguizMD.com Looking for a more personalized healthcare experience focused on prevention, vitality, and wellness? Visit Wellness by Dr. Natalia to learn more about their concierge medicine and integrative wellness services. www.LuraguizMD.com

Clint Davis explores the importance of emotional connection, regulation, and biblical principles in personal growth, relationships, and spiritual life. He emphasizes Jesus' approach to meeting people emotionally before correction and offers practical steps for self-regulation and compassionate caregiving. Clints Book Building Better Bridges: https://clintdaviscounseling.com/buildingbetterbridges/   Asking Why with Clint Davis Sponsors: Wellness by Dr. Natalia — a physician-led integrative and concierge medical practice redefining modern healthcare in Shreveport, Louisiana. Wellness by Dr. Natalia offers personalized care focused on longevity, regenerative medicine, peptide therapy, IV therapy, advanced aesthetics, and whole-person wellness. Their approach is designed to help patients move beyond symptom management and take ownership of their long-term health through innovative, relationship-driven care. Learn more: www.LuraguizMD.com Looking for a more personalized healthcare experience focused on prevention, vitality, and wellness? Visit Wellness by Dr. Natalia to learn more about their concierge medicine and integrative wellness services. www.LuraguizMD.com   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Sponsorship01:22 The Importance of Emotional Connection09:06 Jesus as a Model for Emotional Engagement15:28 Steps to Emotional Support and Truth21:25 Understanding Identity and Shame22:57 Understanding Hypervigilance and Emotional Safety23:19 Embracing Emotions Like Jesus24:20 The Power of Surrendering Thoughts24:54 Challenging Distorted Beliefs Through Truth26:21 Jesus' Example of Humility and Compassion27:21 The Call to Be Peacemakers28:20 Regulating Ourselves to Help Others29:11 Recognizing Our Coping Mechanisms30:27 Christ's Response to Our Failures31:31 Listening and Connecting with Others32:43 The Importance of Truth Wrapped in Love34:15 Being the Body of Christ in Relationships34:50 Practicing Self-Regulation and Connection

In this episode, Clint Davis interviews Brad and Heidi Mitchell about their journey through marriage, forgiveness, and the transformative power of prayer. They share practical insights on praying together, building purpose in marriage, and overcoming challenges with faith and grace.  Brad and Heidi Mitchell are the co-founders of Build Your Marriage, a ministry dedicated to helping couples create Christ-centered marriages. Out of a season of deep brokenness and God’s powerful restoration, their marriage was rebuilt—and that testimony became the heart behind the Build Your Marriage ministry.  Married 42 years, they draw from nearly four decades of experience in pastoral ministry. Brad and Heidi bring honest, biblical wisdom to the journey of developing a lasting marriage. Brad and Heidi have shared the stage with Lee Strobel as speakers, and their personal story is featured in his best-selling book, The Case for Grace. The Mitchells lead Build Your Marriage conferences and speak at other marriage events around the world. Their published works include Build Your Marriage with Couples of the Bible, a Bible study for couples; Ruined to Recovery: Help When the Affair Is Discovered; and their latest book, Build Your Marriage with Prayer. Website: https://buildyourmarriage.org/   Asking Why with Clint Davis Sponsors: Wellness by Dr. Natalia — a physician-led integrative and concierge medical practice redefining modern healthcare in Shreveport, Louisiana. Wellness by Dr. Natalia offers personalized care focused on longevity, regenerative medicine, peptide therapy, IV therapy, advanced aesthetics, and whole-person wellness. Their approach is designed to help patients move beyond symptom management and take ownership of their long-term health through innovative, relationship-driven care. Learn more: www.LuraguizMD.com Looking for a more personalized healthcare experience focused on prevention, vitality, and wellness? Visit Wellness by Dr. Natalia to learn more about their concierge medicine and integrative wellness services.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Sponsorships00:49 The Mitchells' Journey: From Childhood Sweethearts to Pastors03:36 Overcoming Adultery: A Story of Forgiveness and Restoration05:16 Encouragement for Wounded Spouses08:13 The Importance of Forgiveness in Marriage08:48 Cautions for Christian Leaders in Ministry10:16 Building Your Marriage with Prayer13:04 The Power of Prayer in Marriage15:31 Creating Intimacy Through Prayer18:54 The Impact of Prayer on Conflict Resolution21:40 The Role of Hospitality in a Praying Life25:35 The Power of Prayer in Everyday Life27:05 Praying as a Couple: Building Connection28:42 The Importance of Vulnerability in Prayer30:17 Using Scripture to Strengthen Marital Bonds31:26 Navigating Intimacy and Connection35:28 Understanding Purity and Healing in Relationships37:26 The Role of Therapy and Counseling in Marriage38:15 Establishing a Purpose for Your Marriage

This week Clint speaks with Charleszette Tyson - Roe and Heather Manz about the International Student Exchange program or ISE for Show. Charleszette Tyson-Roe is the Shreveport-Bossier area representative for the ISE. Although she resides and works here locally she originally helms from Monroe, LA. There, she met her husband’s family, which then led to her meeting him and ultimately relocating.  She found this line of work through a job hunt and doesn’t regret the decision not one bit as she truly looks forward to finding loving, safe host families for our students.  She enjoys spending her off time with her husband, friends, and family(when she can) through restaurant excursions, going to the movies, museums, parks and any other artistic endeavors.   Heather Manz is a student exchange professional with over a decade of experience creating life-changing opportunities for international students in the U.S. She specializes in building and managing programs that connect students, families, and schools while ensuring strong support and compliance behind the scenes. Driven by a passion for global connection, Heather is dedicated to helping students thrive and communities grow through cultural exchange.   Website: https://iseusa.org/