# 336: Christmas Special

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Podcast: [Higher Ed AV Podcast with Joe Way](https://stenobird.com/podcast/higher-ed-av-podcast-with-joe-way-789807)
Published: 2025-12-23T08:00:08+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1815

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Joe Way returns to his “annual Christmas episode” roots with a personal reflection recorded during Christmas week. Using Isaiah 9:6 as the backbone, Joe walks through the four names—Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace—and connects them to a transformational year of health, leadership growth, humility, and a renewed focus on peace (both internal and relational). He also previews what’s ahead: a special episode next week, followed by four weeks of ISE prep with guests.What You’ll Hear in This Episode Why Joe brought back the classic Christmas episode format: reflection, grounding, and meaning—not “Santa’s bag of stuff.” The headline transformation this year: lifestyle change and losing nearly 80 pounds since ISE. A leadership reframe: moving from “my strength” to humility, team, and reliance on something bigger than yourself. The core theme: Isaiah 9:6 as a lens for personal growth and professional leadership in AV. A practical challenge for listeners: where are you seeking peace, and how are you creating it for others? Key Scripture AnchorIsaiah 9:6 (referenced throughout): “For to us a child is born… and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”Segment Breakdown1) Welcome + Christmas Episode Reset Joe explains this is his Christmas-week reflection tradition. He’s intentionally letting the episode “come to him” rather than over-scripting it. Quick look ahead: special episode next week + four-week ISE guest series. 2) A Transformational Year The visible milestone: major weight loss since last ISE. The deeper shift: re-centering priorities, stepping back from nonstop tasks, and choosing what’s sustainable. 3) Wonderful Counselor Joe shares a “coming to Jesus” moment post-ISE: needing ch…

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