
Bright Hearth
Bright Hearth podcast exists to recover the lost arts of homemaking and the productive Christian household.
Latest episodes

Sep 9, 2024 • 1h 4min
Tim Pool Show & Christian Virtue in Doing Your Duties Well
Send us a text!Welcome to Bright Hearth, a podcast devoted to recovering the lost arts of homemaking and the productive Christian household with Brian and Lexy Sauvé. In this episode, Brian and Lexy talk about a recent episode in the Sauvé household that highlighted some of the challenges and glories of doing your vocations well.Here's the Tim Pool show Brian was on, referenced in the episode: https://youtube.com/live/yH-8ZBcjvr4New Christendom Press just published our first book! Pick up Pastor Zachary Garris's book, Honor Thy Fathers: Recovering the Anti-Feminist Theology of the Reformers, at this link. The deluxe hardcover edition is shipping now!Want premium, handmade soaps without the seed oils or other nasty hormone disrupters? Check out our partners at Indigo Sundries Soap Co., and use code BRIGHTHEARTH for ten percent off your order!Support Christian business and get your first bag of coffee FREE from Squirrelly Joe's Coffee—just cover the shipping! Head over to squirrellyjoes.com/bright to claim your free bag of coffee.Want to start reading the Puritans but don’t know where to begin? Puritan Treasures for Today from Reformation Heritage Books makes the riches of these godly writers of old accessible for the modern reader. Learn more about the Puritan Treasures for today at heritagebooks.org/puritantreasures, and be sure to use code "brighthearth" for 10% off your order!This episode is also brought to you by Joe Garrisi at Backwards Planning Financial. Head to https://backwardsplanningfinancial.com and reach out to Joe to get started planning your financial future today!Thanks to our friends at Gray Toad Tallow for sponsoring this episode! They have discovered an all organic balm that is both moisturizing and healing filled with vitamins A, D, E, and K. Head over to graytoadtallow.com and use discount code BRIGHT15 for 15% off your order.This episode is brought to you by A Well Worn Story, a sewing studio creating handcrafted leather and canvas goods. Run by husband and wife team, Tim and Morgann Boettner, A Well Worn Story focuses on making beautiful products from natural, high quality materials that will get better with age, telling your unique story. Order online at www.awellwornstory.com, and be sure to use discount code BRIGHTHEARTH to save 10% on any order!This episode is also brought to you by Live Oaks Integrative Health. Are you tired of not feeling well, and of having your doctor treat your symptoms without taking the time to investigate what is really going on? Visit https://www.liveoakintegrativehealth.com and connect with owner Rebecca Belch, who has served as a critical care and labor and delivery nurse for 20 years and is a licensed practitioner of functional medicine.Be sure to subscribe to the show, and leave us a 5-Star review wherever you get your podcasts! Buy an item from our Feed the Patriarchy line and support the show at the same time at briansauve.com/bright-hearth.Become a monthly patron at patreon.com/brighthearthSupport the show

Aug 19, 2024 • 1h 5min
The Virtue of Fortitude
Zachary Garris, an author focused on anti-feminist theology, dives into the Christian virtue of fortitude. He discusses how true bravery is tied to faith and moral clarity, contrasting it with stubbornness. Garris emphasizes cultivating strength during adversity, particularly within family dynamics. The conversation also touches on teaching children resilience through challenges and the influence of classic literature on virtue. Garris encourages listeners to embrace fortitude for personal growth and familial well-being.

Aug 5, 2024 • 1h 2min
Dating, Kids, Vaccines, and More (Listener Questions)
Send us a text!Welcome to Bright Hearth, a podcast devoted to recovering the lost arts of homemaking and the productive Christian household with Brian and Lexy Sauvé. In this episode, Brian and Lexy take advantage of the new "Send us a Message" function to answer listener questions.New Christendom Press just published our first book! Pick up Pastor Zachary Garris's book, Honor Thy Fathers: Recovering the Anti-Feminist Theology of the Reformers, at this link. The deluxe hardcover edition is shipping now!Want premium, handmade soaps without the seed oils or other nasty hormone disrupters? Check out our partners at Indigo Sundries Soap Co., and use code BRIGHTHEARTH for ten percent off your order!This episode is also brought to you by Joe Garrisi at Backwards Planning Financial. Head to https://backwardsplanningfinancial.com and reach out to Joe to get started planning your financial future today!Thanks to our friends at Gray Toad Tallow for sponsoring this episode! They have discovered an all organic balm that is both moisturizing and healing filled with vitamins A, D, E, and K. Head over to graytoadtallow.com and use discount code BRIGHT15 for 15% off your order.This episode is brought to you by A Well Worn Story, a sewing studio based in New Glarus, Wisconsin creating handcrafted leather and canvas goods. Run by husband and wife team, Tim and Morgann Boettner, A Well Worn Story focuses on making beautiful products from natural, high quality materials that will get better with age, telling your unique story. Order online at www.awellwornstory.com, and be sure to use discount code BRIGHTHEARTH to save 10% on any order!This episode is also brought to you by Live Oaks Integrative Health. Are you tired of not feeling well, and of having your doctor treat your symptoms without taking the time to investigate what is really going on? Visit https://www.liveoakintegrativehealth.com and connect with owner Rebecca Belch, who has served as a critical care and labor and delivery nurse for 20 years and is a licensed practitioner of functional medicine.Be sure to subscribe to the show, and leave us a 5-Star review wherever you get your podcasts! Buy an item from our Feed the Patriarchy line and support the show at the same time at briansauve.com/bright-hearth.Become a monthly patron at patreon.com/brighthearth and gain access to In the Kitchen, a special bonus show with each main episode!Support the show

Jul 22, 2024 • 1h 3min
The Postwar Consensus & The Christian Household
Exploring the postwar consensus and its impact on Christian households, the podcast discusses societal values, conventions, and challenges. It delves into historical shifts in education, parallels between Hitler's speeches and current American politics, and the promotion of Christian family businesses amidst global influences.

Jul 8, 2024 • 1h 2min
A Rottenness in the Bones
Exploring the destructive force of envy, the impact of feminism on family thinking, overcoming envy and temptation in relationships, understanding envy and conflict in relationships, exploring envy and gratitude, and cultivating a mindset of generosity and combatting envy.

Jun 24, 2024 • 1h 11min
On 13 Years of Marriage
Send us a text!Welcome to Bright Hearth, a podcast devoted to recovering the lost arts of homemaking and the productive Christian household with Brian and Lexy Sauvé. In this episode, Brian and Lexy reflect on 13 years of marriage and the lessons learned so far.New Christendom Press just published our first book! Pick up Pastor Zachary Garris's book, Honor Thy Fathers: Recovering the Anti-Feminist Theology of the Reformers, at this link. The deluxe hardcover edition is shipping now!Want premium, handmade soaps without the seed oils or other nasty hormone disrupters? Check out our partners at Indigo Sundries Soap Co., and use code BRIGHTHEARTH for ten percent off your order!This episode is also brought to you by Joe Garrisi at Backwards Planning Financial. Head to https://backwardsplanningfinancial.com and reach out to Joe to get started planning your financial future today!Thanks to our friends at Gray Toad Tallow for sponsoring this episode! They have discovered an all organic balm that is both moisturizing and healing filled with vitamins A, D, E, and K. Head over to graytoadtallow.com and use discount code BRIGHT15 for 15% off your order.This episode is brought to you by A Well Worn Story, a sewing studio based in New Glarus, Wisconsin creating handcrafted leather and canvas goods. Run by husband and wife team, Tim and Morgann Boettner, A Well Worn Story focuses on making beautiful products from natural, high quality materials that will get better with age, telling your unique story. Order online at www.awellwornstory.com, and be sure to use discount code BRIGHTHEARTH to save 10% on any order!This episode is also brought to you by Live Oaks Integrative Health. Are you tired of not feeling well, and of having your doctor treat your symptoms without taking the time to investigate what is really going on? Visit https://www.liveoakintegrativehealth.com and connect with owner Rebecca Belch, who has served as a critical care and labor and delivery nurse for 20 years and is a licensed practitioner of functional medicine.Be sure to subscribe to the show, and leave us a 5-Star review wherever you get your podcasts! Buy an item from our Feed the Patriarchy line and support the show at the same time at briansauve.com/bright-hearth.Become a monthly patron at patreon.com/brighthearth and gain access to In the Kitchen, a special bonus show with each main episode!Support the show

May 20, 2024 • 56min
Deception-Proofing the Home
Special guest Pastor Eric Conn joins the host to discuss deception-proofing the home, exploring topics such as protecting the household from external influences, biblical teachings on safeguarding truth, deceptive marketing targeting women, observations on public figures and political representation, historical views on women's susceptibility to deceit, empowering women through education, financial planning advice, and fostering godly fatherhood and protection of daughters.

May 6, 2024 • 58min
The Testing Point of Every Virtue
In this podcast, Brian and Lexy discuss the testing point of every virtue: Courage. They talk about courage in personal growth, family life, and marriage. The episode also covers the importance of Christian family businesses, financial guidance, safe products, and wise counsel. They emphasize facing fears, trust in marriage, and navigating difficult conversations with courage.

Apr 22, 2024 • 57min
Everything is Better When Cared For
Send us a text!Welcome to Bright Hearth, a podcast devoted to recovering the lost arts of homemaking and the productive Christian household with Brian and Lexy Sauvé. In this episode, Brian and Lexy talk about why things must be made, understood, and cared for in light of their nature—and what this has to do with truth, goodness, and beauty in the Christian household.New Christendom Press is putting on a conference this June... and there will be a special singles mixer on the first night! More details and ticket info can be found here.Want premium, handmade soaps without the seed oils or other nasty hormone disrupters? Check out our partners at Indigo Sundries Soap Co., and use code BRIGHTHEARTH for ten percent off your order!Thank you to Keepwise for sponsoring this episode! Look for partners in small business finance and accounting? Check them out at https://keepwise.partnersThis episode is also brought to you by Joe Garrisi at Backwards Planning Financial. Head to https://backwardsplanningfinancial.com and reach out to Joe to get started planning your financial future today!Are you tired of all the plastic toys that are cheaply made in China? How about the greenwashing that comes with wooden toys covered in harmful chemicals yet claim they’re safe for littles because the FDA said so? Well look no further. At Rooted Pines Homestead, husband and wife along with their five young children work together as a family economy to create handmade natural wooden toys and goods that can be passed down to future generations and small batch organic and wildcrafted herbal remedies. Get 10% off your order today using code BRIGHTHEARTH10 at https://www.rootedpineshomestead.com.Thanks to our friends at Gray Toad Tallow for sponsoring this episode! They have discovered an all organic balm that is both moisturizing and healing filled with vitamins A, D, E, and K. Head over to graytoadtallow.com and use discount code BRIGHT15 for 15% off your order.Be sure to subscribe to the show, and leave us a 5-Star review wherever you get your podcasts! Buy an item from our Feed the Patriarchy line and support the show at the same time at briansauve.com/bright-hearth.Become a monthly patron at patreon.com/brighthearth and gain access to In the Kitchen, a special bonus show with each main episode!Head to this link and submit a question for consideration for this season of Bright Hearth! Form Link: https://www.briansauve.com/bright-hearth-questionsSupport the show

Apr 8, 2024 • 1h 4min
Fathers as Guardians of Truth, Goodness, & Beauty
In this podcast, Brian and Lexy discuss the role of fathers as guardians of truth, goodness, and beauty in the Christian household. They explore the importance of upholding family values, financial planning, herbalism, and active participation in children's education. The episode also touches on decision-making dynamics, promoting moral virtue, and creating a harmonious environment. Additionally, they delve into the impact of parental guidance on children's activities and the preservation of beauty within the home.