Whistle the Feast
A seriously engaging forum for the Christian imagination and studio practice. With over 20 years of experience as an artist and educator and 100’s of creative commissions, host Jason Jaspersen dives deep with guests. He and co-host Norah get curious with guests about making meaning from matter and discovering what God has given us.
Episodes
Reuniting for a short time over Spring Break, co-host Norah Kratz returns to the show from the streets of Florence, Italy where she spent the semester abroad. Host Jason Jaspersen discovers what she's learned about the culture, environment around her, and new things about herself throughout this amazing opportunity. Enjoy the ambient noise of the streets in Florence as Whistle the Feast continues to make its way around the wor...
In memory of his father, Bethany Lutheran College Alumni and Professor, Benjamin Faugstad, commissioned Beret Finken to compose this piece, The Faithful Farmer. Featured on this show before, enjoy this new rendition performed by the Bethany Lutheran College Chamber Orchestra pulled from their 2026 winter concert.
View the full concert.
*All Rights Reserved to Beret Finken
Host - Jason Jaspersen
Co-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire ...
This Chapel Sermon from Bethany Lutheran College was delivered by ELS Seminary President Tim Hartwig on April 13, 2026.
The message reveals the need for a real resurrection. Even at times where we are as doubtful as the disciples in the upper room when Jesus first revealed himself to them.
The devotion follows Luke 24:36-43
Tune in to more Bethany Chapel Services here every school day at 10am.
Find past chapel devotions here on the Bet...
As biology professor and campus minister Doyle Holbird approaches his retirement, host Jason Jaspersen would rather focus on the origin stories. Joined by co-host Claire Marcus, and Bethany student Briana Kelly back in the false spring of February, the conversation follows a winding road from evolution, to biology, to the places they call home.
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The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want. This sermon delivered by Bethany Lutheran College biology professor, Doyle Holbird is a special one. This is the final chapel sermon that Reverend Doctor Holbird will give as a professor of the Bethany Lutheran College campus community.
The text for this sermon is Psalm 23
Watch the full chapel service.
Tune in to more Bethany Chapel Services here every school day at 10am.
This track is titled Travels and was composed by Bethany Lutheran College designer Benji Inniger for the 2025 Fall production of Little Women. This version of the beloved Louisa May Alcott story was adapted for the Bethany stage by Emily Kimball and Maren Boucher.
Musicians involved in recording:
Violin - Sabrina Tabby, Lilyanne Thoroughman, Megan Wehrwein
Cello - Sharon Mautner-Rodgers
Piano/Guitar - Benji Inniger
Read the book: L...
Bethany Lutheran College Media Arts student, Briana Kelly, recites the first five verses to the book of Genesis. The first day of creation.
Follow along with Briana:
In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters.
Then God said, “Let there be light”; and there was light. And God...
Jason Jaspersen takes a seat on the opposite side of the table to have a talk with Bethany student Lauryn Messner. If you were ever curious what it is like inside the head of Jason Jaspersen, there is insight to his teaching methods, creative and re-imaginative mindset, and both he and Lauryn discuss influence on their lives in this little corner of the world.
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Today's reading comes from the book Dear Theo. A collection of letters that famous Dutch post-impressionist Vincent van Gogh wrote for his brother Theo.
Host - Jason Jaspersen
Co-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas Gawrisch
Producer - Jaksyn Graham
Music Provided By: Renee Geving
If you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com
Wh...
This rehearsal cut of an original piece of music is composed by Benji Inniger as inspiration for the Bethany Lutheran College 2026 production of The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe. This piece of music was recorded with the Budapest Scoring Orchestra, and meant to underscore the prophecy written in the script:
Wrong will be right, when Aslan comes in sight,
At the sound of his roar, sorrows will be no more,
When he bares his teeth, w...
It's finally a reality. Dr. Jonathan Stadler, psychology professor at Bethany Lutheran College has stumbled his way to the table to provide a hearty feast. Alongside Bethany students Claire Marcus and Sebastian Rosenthal, Jason Jaspersen proctors a journey through Dr. Stadler's sabbatical studies, and his vast knowledge of nineties rock bands. Blockbuster Video doesn't know what they missed out on.
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Bethany Lutheran College Psychology Professor, Dr. Jonathan Stadler, prepared a reading from the C.S. Lewis book The Four Loves.
The Four Loves - by C.S. Lewis
Learn more about C.S. Lewis
Host - Jason Jaspersen
Co-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas Gawrisch
Producer - Jaksyn Graham
Music Provided By: Renee Geving
If you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the p...
This surprise course of Whistle the Feast showcases the student perspective on a "secret" side of campus. Health communication student, Naomi Valleau, joins host Jason Jaspersen and Bethany Lutheran College Fine Arts Coordinator, Jenna Thompson, to discuss what makes the Liberal Arts spirit of Bethany such an incredible atmosphere.
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Bethany Lutheran College Psychology Professor, Dr. Jonathan Stadler, prepared a reading from C.S. Lewis sermon The Weight of Glory.
The Weight of Glory - by C.S. Lewis
Passage - Page 10/11
Learn more about C.S. Lewis
Host - Jason Jaspersen
Co-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas Gawrisch
Producer - Jaksyn Graham
Music Provided By: Renee Geving
If you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions...
Setting the menu for a feast with Joe Lundsten is a mighty task, but host Jason Jaspersen guides a hearty conversation. Join the two as they go from describing the room they're in and the pens they are using, to the callings of Jesus and the uniquely human activity of washing dishes.
Helpful Links to References in the Episode:
Iain McGilchrist Hemispheres Theory
Hagrid's Hut - Harry Potter Movie...
Host Jason Jaspersen reciting Ephesians 2:10 as we prepare for another round table discussion.
Follow Along Ephesians 2:10
Host - Jason Jaspersen
Co-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas Gawrisch
Producer - Jaksyn Graham
Music Provided By: Renee Geving
If you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com
Whistle the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College ...
Reunited across the seas on a sunny Christmas Eve morning, host Jason Jaspersen is joined by his daughter Maida Jaspersen-Neville from her porch in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Recapping her new experiences as a Friends Network missionary, and coming to terms with some of the uncertainties that a position like this holds, Maida describes how the gifts God has given her are helping as she embraces a new culture.
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Listen to the response by Bethany studio art major and Whistle the Feast co-host Norah Kratz. Responding to the quilting work of Iku Poetter (grandmother of our wonderful host, Jason Jaspersen) Norah delves into the concept of "The Great Conversation". While we are not able to directly interact with these famous figures of the past, they stick around through their various works preserved through time.
Watch the Art Show Re...
For those familiar with Coral Cady-Metcalf from her days teaching at St. Paul's in New Ulm, MN, to her various travels around the world, the glowing beam of positivity that radiates from her creates a strong environment. This episode hosted by Jason Jaspersen attempts to capture a small piece of that experience. Listen along with co-host Claire Marcus as they discuss various forms of evangelizing throughout the world.
Help...
Song sung by Coral Cady-Metcalf
Host - Jason Jaspersen
Co-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas Gawrisch
Producer - Jaksyn Graham
Music Provided By: Renee Geving
If you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com
Whistle the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages the...
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