Episode 323 - GOOD AT HEART
In this episode of the "Thick and Mystic Moment" podcast, host Robert John Hadfield shares a reflective story from his youth, centering around a memorable Sunday school teacher who effectively communicated complex ideas and life lessons using engaging, practical demonstrations. The episode unfolds with Robert recalling his time as a 12-year-old in a church class with a group of rowdy boys who had gone through several teachers due to their unruliness. They were eventually introduced to a new teacher, an older man and possibly an electrical engineer, who seemed unlikely to want to spend his Sundays with energetic young boys.

The new teacher, however, captivated the class with a series of interactive lessons, starting with a demonstration involving a remote control car to explain frequencies and communication, drawing parallels to communicating with God. Each Sunday, he brought a new gadget—ranging from a remote control airplane to a synthesizer—and explained its workings before linking it to a spiritual lesson.

Robert reflects on the impact of this teacher's method, emphasizing how the lessons stuck with him over the decades. He connects this story to a broader theme about the unnoticed yet profound goodness and impact of ordinary people, inspired by an article by early 20th-century writer Bruce Catton about the everyday decency of small-town individuals. The episode concludes with Robert urging listeners to consider how they, too, can positively impact others' lives, continuing the cycle of kindness and meaningful engagement initiated by figures like his Sunday school teacher.