Best Desilva Podcasts (2024)

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Is the Apocrypha Important? (w/ Dr. David deSilva) 44:46

3d ago44:46

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Send us a text Featuring Dr. David DeSilva. David A. deSilva (PhD, Emory University) is Trustees’ Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Greek at Ashland Theological Seminary. He is the author of over thirty books, including An Introduction to the New Testament, Discovering Revelation, Introducing the Apocrypha, and commentaries on Galatians,…

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Liz Ross, Shift Paradigm: The Power of Having a Point of View 35:49

3d ago35:49

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In this conversation, Liz Ross, CEO of Shift Paradigm, discusses the importance of transparency within a framework in leadership communication. She shares a personal experience where lack of transparency caused disruption and unrest within her organization. Liz emphasizes the need for leaders to communicate the big rocks and immovable objects in a …

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Is the Bible Enough by Itself? 50:37

10d ago50:37

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Send us a text In this enlightening episode, we explore the intriguing question: Do we truly need resources outside the Bible to fully understand its message? While the Bible is a profound source of spiritual guidance and theological wisdom, its layers of historical, cultural, and linguistic complexity can sometimes be daunting. We discuss how exte…

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Kate McQuade - VP Marketing at P360: Effective Team Collaboration and Dynamics 31:40

10d ago31:40

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In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Kate McQuade, the Vice President of Marketing at P360, a life sciences SaaS company. They discuss the importance of collaboration in leadership communication and the benefits of asking for help. Kate shares a missed opportunity where she didn't speak up and the lessons she learned from it. They also talk…

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How Important is Church Tradition? Part 3 58:55

18d ago58:55

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Send us a text In this episode, we explore the vital role that tradition plays within the church and its significance for individual believers and the wider faith community. Church traditions—ranging from liturgical practices and sacraments to doctrinal teachings and communal rituals—serve as the connective tissue linking generations of believers a…

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How Important is Church Tradition? Part 2 56:18

27d ago56:18

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Send us a text In this episode, we explore the vital role that tradition plays within the church and its significance for individual believers and the wider faith community. Church traditions—ranging from liturgical practices and sacraments to doctrinal teachings and communal rituals—serve as the connective tissue linking generations of believers a…

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How Important is Church Tradition? Part 1 1:02:22

1M ago1:02:22

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Send us a text In this episode, we explore the vital role that tradition plays within the church and its significance for individual believers and the wider faith community. Church traditions—ranging from liturgical practices and sacraments to doctrinal teachings and communal rituals—serve as the connective tissue linking generations of believers a…

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What is Deconstruction? Part 2 59:36

1M ago59:36

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Send us a text In this insightful episode, we delve into the increasingly discussed topic of deconstruction within the context of faith. Deconstruction is a process where individuals critically examine and often dismantle the beliefs they have inherited or accepted, questioning the foundations of their faith, doctrines, and religious practices. We …

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Episode 23: Leah Song of Rising Appalachia 38:22

1M ago38:22

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Rising Appalachia has always been a mission-driven, social justice-focused band. On their recent album Folk and Anchor, however, the band decided to take on a more light-hearted project. The sister duo of Leah Song and Chloe Smith went back to their roots and picked out a collection of songs that influenced them -- including some that might surpris…

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Dr. Gwen Robbins Schug - Bioarchaeology + anthropology in policymaking 50:43

1M ago50:43

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Dr. Gwen Robbins Schug from the University of North Carolina - Greebsboro discusses some of the projects her lab is working on, including skeletal and dental pathology in past populations and istopic analysis of human remains. She also touches on the importance of integrating biological anthropology into climate change and global health policies. T…

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What is Deconstruction? Part 1 47:32

2M ago47:32

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Send us a text In this insightful episode, we delve into the increasingly discussed topic of deconstruction within the context of faith. Deconstruction is a process where individuals critically examine and often dismantle the beliefs they have inherited or accepted, questioning the foundations of their faith, doctrines, and religious practices. We …

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How Do We Fight Moral Relativism? Part 2 54:41

2M ago54:41

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Send us a text In this compelling episode, we tackle the pervasive and challenging issue of moral relativism—the belief that moral judgments are not absolute but vary from person to person or culture to culture. As this philosophy gains traction in modern society, it raises profound questions about the universality of moral truths and the ethical f…

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How Do We Fight Moral Relativism? Part 1 50:50

2M ago50:50

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Send us a text In this compelling episode, we tackle the pervasive and challenging issue of moral relativism—the belief that moral judgments are not absolute but vary from person to person or culture to culture. As this philosophy gains traction in modern society, it raises profound questions about the universality of moral truths and the ethical f…

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How Do We Handle Doubt? Part 4 45:36

2M ago45:36

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Send us a text In this introspective episode, we begin a journey into the often-unspoken realm of doubts within the context of faith. Doubt, a natural and sometimes necessary aspect of the spiritual journey, can lead to deeper understanding and stronger beliefs, or it can be a source of profound struggle. We address the initial stirrings of doubt t…

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Reed Phillips - Oaklins DeSilva + Phillips: Mastering the Art of Win-Win Negotiations 30:13

2M ago30:13

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Reed Phillips, CEO of Oaklins De Silva and Phillips, shares insights on leadership communication and lessons learned from his career in investment banking. He emphasizes the importance of transparency in communication and the negative consequences of being secretive with employees. Reed also discusses a time when he made a wrong hiring decision and…

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How Do We Handle Doubt? Part 3 44:25

2M ago44:25

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Send us a text In this introspective episode, we begin a journey into the often-unspoken realm of doubts within the context of faith. Doubt, a natural and sometimes necessary aspect of the spiritual journey, can lead to deeper understanding and stronger beliefs, or it can be a source of profound struggle. We address the initial stirrings of doubt t…

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Richard Blank - CRCC - Building Rapport: Getting to Know Your Team 30:42

2M ago30:42

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In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Richard Blank, the CEO of Costa Rica's Call Center, about the importance of communication skills and influence in the business world. They discuss the value of soft skills, such as foreign language proficiency, and the need to recognize and leverage one's unique talents. Richard challenges listeners to i…

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Episode 22: Chris Housman 46:34

3M ago46:34

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Hey, there cowpokes -- remember when I did podcasts? Me, too. So...I'm thrilled that I get to interview Chris Housman for episode 22! Chris's new album Blueneck is a raucously fun and aggressively queer pop country album. Chris has been in Nashville for 16 years, and we talk about how it's been to be a queer artist in the mainstream country machine…

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Ekaterina (Katie) Curry, Millennial Specialty Insurance: Precision, Timing, and Advocacy 28:07

3M ago28:07

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In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Ekaterina (Katie) Curry, the Managing Director of Millennial Specialty Insurance. They discuss various topics related to communication and leadership, including the importance of precision in word choice, the need to be a translator between the C-suite and the team, the power of timing in communication, …

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How Do We Handle Doubt? Part 2 44:38

3M ago44:38

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Send us a text In this introspective episode, we begin a journey into the often-unspoken realm of doubts within the context of faith. Doubt, a natural and sometimes necessary aspect of the spiritual journey, can lead to deeper understanding and stronger beliefs, or it can be a source of profound struggle. We address the initial stirrings of doubt t…

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How Do We Handle Doubt? Part 1 43:17

3M ago43:17

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Send us a text In this introspective episode, we begin a journey into the often-unspoken realm of doubts within the context of faith. Doubt, a natural and sometimes necessary aspect of the spiritual journey, can lead to deeper understanding and stronger beliefs, or it can be a source of profound struggle. We address the initial stirrings of doubt t…

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How to Clearly State Your Own Value 31:17

3M ago31:17

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In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola discusses the importance of crafting a clear and compelling elevator pitch. She deconstructs several examples of effective elevator pitches and highlights the key elements that make them powerful. She emphasizes the need for simplicity, relatability, and passion in delivering an elevator pitch. She also invites lis…

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Dr. Sabrina Sholts - The Human Disease: How We Create Pandemics, from Our Bodies to Our Beliefs 56:07

3M ago56:07

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Dr. Sholts of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History joins the show to discuss her new book, The Human Disease: How We Create Pandemics, from Our Bodies to Our Beliefs. Dr. Sholts uses an anthropological lens to understand epidemics. She touches on One Health, historical and current epidemics, the role misinformation plays in the spread…

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What is A Theophany? Part 2 51:43

3M ago51:43

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Send us a text In this enlightening episode, we begin our exploration of theophanies—those awe-inspiring moments where the divine breaks into the human experience, offering a direct glimpse of God's presence and power. Theophanies are found throughout various religious texts, but are particularly prominent in the Bible, where they serve as pivotal …

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Patrick Lencioni, The Table Group: Unleashing the Six Types of Working Genius 44:10

3M ago44:10

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In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Patrick Lencioni, author of The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The Six Types of Working Genius. They discuss the importance of trust, vulnerability, and conﬂict in teams, as well as the six types of working genius. Patrick shares personal experiences and insights, providing valuable advice for effective…

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What is a Theophany? Part 1 49:32

3M ago49:32

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Send us a text In this enlightening episode, we begin our exploration of theophanies—those awe-inspiring moments where the divine breaks into the human experience, offering a direct glimpse of God's presence and power. Theophanies are found throughout various religious texts, but are particularly prominent in the Bible, where they serve as pivotal …

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Jeffrey Orlando, Bristol Myers Squibb: Simplifying Messages - The Rule of Three 35:58

3M ago35:58

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In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Jeff Orlando, the Chief Learning Officer for Bristol Myers Squibb, about leadership communication. They discuss the importance of simplifying complex concepts and using the rule of three to convey messages effectively. Jeff shares a story about missing an opportunity because he held back and waited for m…

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Dr. Mark Griffin - Teeth in pre-contact Native American groups 1:03:41

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Dr. Griffin of San Francisco State University joins the show to discuss dental caries and toothwear in pre-contact Native American groups. Books, articles, and media mentioned in this episode: Griffin, MC. (2014). Biocultural implication of oral pathology in an ancient central California population. Am J Phys Anthropol, 154(2), 171-188. Griffin, MC…

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Who is the Holy Spirit? Part 3 52:26

4M ago52:26

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Send us a text We embark on a profound exploration of one of Christianity's most mysterious and powerful figures: the Holy Spirit. Who is the Holy Spirit? sets the stage for a deep dive into the essence and roles of the Holy Spirit across various Christian doctrines. This episode introduces listeners to the foundational concepts of the Holy Spirit …

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Martha Sharkey: Letting Go as a Sign of Strength 33:32

4M ago33:32

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Martha Sharkey, founder and CEO of Today Is a Good Day, shares her experience in nonprofit leadership and the mission of her organization to provide support for families who have experienced the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). She discusses the inspiration behind the organization's name and the importance of celebrating the good moments in the…

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Dr. Danny Wescott - Body Farm at Texas State 43:41

4M ago43:41

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Dr. Wescott of Texas State University joins the show to discuss the Texas State body farm (Forensic Anthropology Center at Texas State - FACTS) and the forensic research carried out there. Books, articles, and selected people mentioned in this episode: Dr. Wescott's ResearchGate profile Haglund & Sorg, Advances in Forensic Taphonomy: Method, Theory…

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Who is the Holy Spirit? Part 2 1:04:53

4M ago1:04:53

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Send us a text We embark on a profound exploration of one of Christianity's most mysterious and powerful figures: the Holy Spirit. Who is the Holy Spirit? sets the stage for a deep dive into the essence and roles of the Holy Spirit across various Christian doctrines. This episode introduces listeners to the foundational concepts of the Holy Spirit …

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Dr. Laura Sicola: What’s Your Executive Communication IQ? 20:38

4M ago20:38

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In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola discusses the importance of measuring and improving executive presence and leadership communication. She introduces a simple tool that assesses 10 core communication contexts and competencies that are essential for a leader's brand. The tool measures confidence and effectiveness in areas such as public speaking, st…

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Who is the Holy Spirit? Part 1 51:57

4M ago51:57

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Send us a text We embark on a profound exploration of one of Christianity's most mysterious and powerful figures: the Holy Spirit. Who is the Holy Spirit? Part 1 sets the stage for a deep dive into the essence and roles of the Holy Spirit across various Christian doctrines. This episode introduces listeners to the foundational concepts of the Holy …

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STI 208 - Jane Boulware - Author of "Worthy" and retired Microsoft Exec: Worthy 38:53

4M ago38:53

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In this episode, Jane Boulware, author of Worthy: From Cornfields to Corner Office of Microsoft, shares her journey from rural Iowa to becoming a top executive at Microsoft. She emphasizes the importance of overcoming self-doubt and claiming one's worth. Boulware discusses the need to adapt communication styles to connect with different audiences w…

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What is the Trinity? Part 2 46:53

4M ago46:53

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Send us a text Delve into one of Christianity's most profound and central doctrines in this episode: the Holy Trinity. This concept, encapsulating the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit as three distinct persons sharing one divine essence, is both foundational and deeply mysterious, challenging believers and theologians alike. We explore the theo…

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Jeff Wetzler, Transcend: Curiosity and Reinventing School 32:01

4M ago32:01

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In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Jeff Wetzler, co-founder and co-CEO of Transcend, a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming education. They discuss the need for education reform and the challenges of communication in leadership. Wetzler emphasizes the importance of listening and creating a safe space for open communication. He…

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What is the Trinity? Part 1 38:43

5M ago38:43

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Send us a text Delve into one of Christianity's most profound and central doctrines in this episode: the Holy Trinity. This concept, encapsulating the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit as three distinct persons sharing one divine essence, is both foundational and deeply mysterious, challenging believers and theologians alike. We explore the theo…

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Amy Bernstein, Harvard Business Review: Motivate, Don't Micromanage 32:13

5M ago32:13

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In this compelling episode, Amy Bernstein, esteemed editor at Harvard Business Review, delves into the nuances of leadership communication and the transformative power of relinquishing control. Drawing from her wealth of experience, Amy underscores the importance of motivating over micromanaging, advocating for a leadership style that empowers othe…

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Dr. Caroline Goodson & Dr. Trent Trombley - Medieval Teeth, Part 2 56:30

5M ago56:30

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Dr. Goodson (Cambridge University) and Dr. Trombley (Augustana University) join forces on the show to discuss their bioarchaeological-historical collaboration to understand the Medieval mouth. Books, articles, and selected people mentioned in this episode: Medieval Mouths in Context: Biocultural and MultiScalar Considerations of the Mouth and the C…

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What Are Unitarianism and Universalism? Part 2 46:03

5M ago46:03

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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the compelling and often controversial doctrine of Universalism, a belief that ultimately all souls will be reconciled to God and granted eternal salvation, regardless of their earthly actions. This episode unpacks the historical roots, theological arguments, and the moral and spiritua…

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Dr. Robert Cavagnol, St. Luke's Hospital: Listening, Advocating, and Admitting Mistakes 28:30

5M ago28:30

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In this episode, Dr. Robert Cavagnol, President of St. Luke's Clinic, shares insights on communication and leadership. He emphasizes the importance of listening and empathetic listening as key communication skills. Dr. Cavagnol also discusses the use of the DISC profile for understanding communication styles and adapting to different individuals. H…

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What Are Unitarianism and Universalism? Part 1 42:36

5M ago42:36

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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the compelling and often controversial doctrine of Universalism, a belief that ultimately all souls will be reconciled to God and granted eternal salvation, regardless of their earthly actions. This episode unpacks the historical roots, theological arguments, and the moral and spiritua…

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Marian Baldini - Kencrest: Leading a 90-Day Miracle 26:50

5M ago26:50

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In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Marian Baldini, the CEO and president of Kencrest, a human services and early learning provider. Marian shares her experiences and insights on leadership communication, including the importance of enrolling people to their giftedness and the power of silence in conversations. She also discusses the chall…

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What is Sheol? 57:06

5M ago57:06

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Send us a text Dive deep into the ancient and mysterious concept of Sheol, a term that originates from Hebrew scripture and occupies a unique place in the understanding of the afterlife. This episode embarks on a journey through history, theology, and cultural interpretation to uncover the layers of meaning behind Sheol. Unlike the stark dichotomie…

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