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Welcome to the Covenant Eyes Podcast! Each week Karen Potter and Rob Stoddard with Covenant Eyes interview world-class guests who provide practical, relevant, and biblical perspectives on topics that matter to you and your church. In a digital age filled with endless temptations and distractions, our mission is clear: to empower individuals and families to navigate the online landscape with integrity and accountability. Each episode features engaging conversations with thought leaders, minis ...
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Australia's largest celebration of literature, stories and ideas. Bringing together the world's best authors, leading public intellectuals, scientists, journalists and more. Subscribe to our channel for new releases.
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Come for the evening, stay for eternity! Paper Flower Consortium is a podcast from the largest vampire coven in Seattle. Their stories are told by Loretta Fabron Onfoy, coven historian and librarian, in the hope that the modern vampire's way of life is not lost during the next great language transformation. Some tales in this anthology are horrific, some are droll, some are filled with misadventure--just like any eternal existence. Episodes sponsored by the Paper Flower Consortium's Business ...
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Send us a Text Message. Learn about Patti Garibay's profound influence on young women through her work with American Heritage Girls. Discover how her dedication to faith, service, and personal growth has impacted countless lives and empowered girls to become strong, confident leaders. Join us as we explore the legacy of this inspirational leader an…
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Love is indeed a many splendoured thing in the work of K Patrick and Christos Tsiolkas, who know firsthand the pleasures of writing queer love stories. Hosted by Madeleine Gray, this beautiful conversation brings together two authors to discuss their sensual new novels. K’s Mrs S pulses with lust and longing at an elite boarding school, while Chris…
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In this podcast episode, Joy Pharo shares about how the Holy Spirit interrupted her thoughts and dishes and gave her a profound revelation about about how we were made in His image and other revelations.. She loves being a "Girl Interrupted" by the Holy Spirit! Dig in! Take a listen and enjoy! Blessings! Sanctioned Love…
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Send us a Text Message. Join us on the Covenant Eyes Podcast for a thrilling ride as we interview Sting Ray Robb, a rising star in IndyCar, and Matt Potter, co-founder of Pray.com! Sting Ray, known for his infectious faith and blazing speed, reveals how he finds balance and purpose on the racetrack while living a life dedicated to God. Matt shares …
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God exalted Joshua in the eyes of Israel at the Jordan river. He went on to take down cities, giants, and more to fulfill God’s promise. Iniquity is not how the church advances. … GIVE (Not a 501c3 contribution): Cash App: $JustinCGleason PayPal: @JustinCGleason Venmo: @JustinCGleason … Listen to Justin C. Gleason on Apple Podcasts & Spotify … Face…
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“We are invisible”, writes Balli Kaur Jaswal in Now You See Us. “We clean your houses, we look after your children, we know your secrets.” The Singaporean-Australian writer is joined by Dominican-American novelist Elizabeth Acevedo (Family Lore) and Arab-Australian author Sara M Saleh (Songs for the Dead and the Living and The Flirtation of Girls) …
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Send us a Text Message. Struggling with how to support those in your church battling addiction or other hurts? In this episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, Karen Potter and Rob Stoddard welcome Nate Graybill, National Director of Regeneration Ministry. Nate shares the heart behind Regeneration, a powerful 12-step program designed to help people fi…
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In his Booker Prize acceptance speech, Paul Lynch admitted his fifth novel, Prophet Song, had been difficult to write. “The rational part of me believed I was dooming my career,” he said, “though I had to write the book anyway. We do not have a choice in such matters”. Set in Ireland’s near future, Prophet Song depicts a collapsing society in the g…
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The content of this episode is personal and does not reflect the views of any church, religious organization, or outside 3rd party. Justin C. Gleason, the preacher, offers spiritual insight and intrigue into the USA political times and seasons of 2024. … GIVE (Not a 501c3 contribution): Cash App: $JustinCGleason PayPal: @JustinCGleason Venmo: @Just…
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War correspondent Marie Colvin stated: “It has always seemed to me that what I write about is humanity in extremis, pushed to the unendurable, and that it is important to tell people what really happens in wars.” With conflict continuing in Ukraine, and the death toll of journalists in the Gaza conflict reaching alarming proportions, we look at the…
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Send us a Text Message. Join us in this episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast as Karen Potter and Rob Stoddard sit down with Mark Hancock, CEO of Trail Life USA. Mark shares his inspiring journey, from mental health counselor to leading a Christ-centered, boy-focused organization. Dive into the core values of Trail Life USA and learn how their progr…
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Matildas fever swept across Australia during the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, taking hold of new soccer fans and diehards alike. But where do we go next to tap into the potential of women’s sport? Hosted by The Ticket podcast’s Tracey Holmes, this elite panel features Olympic rugby gold medallist Chloe Dalton (Girls Don’t Play Sport), Australia’s m…
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Send us a Text Message. In this enlightening episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, hosts Rob Stoddard and Karen Potter are joined by Dr. Eddie Capparucci, a licensed professional counselor specializing in sex and porn addiction. Dr. Capparucci delves into the core concepts of his renowned "Going Deeper" series, focusing on how childhood pain points…
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Physician and writer Abraham Verghese, author of Cutting for Stone, crafts a masterly narrative of three generations of a family in Kerala, through the eyes of a young girl, from her arranged marriage at the turn of the 20th century to her emergence as the matriarchal figure Big Ammachi. Solving the mystery of a family affliction – in every generat…
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In this episode, Melissa Norris explores the heart of the Father through prayer, as He talks to her about expectation without agitation. Sometimes we have a rub in our humanness that may keep us out of a faith expectation. A beautiful perspective of walking out our faith without being side-swiped by agitation. Blessings! Sanctioned Love…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to The Covenant Eyes Podcast! Join Karen Potter and special guests Chad and James Hampton from The Twin Factor as they share their incredible journey of faith and adventure. From hunting alligators in Florida to ministering to fatherless youth through Huntin’ the Truth Ministries, Chad and James discuss how they use …
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After a male colleague took credit for her work, Bonnie Garmus channelled her rage into the unforgettable protagonist of Lessons in Chemistry Elizabeth Zott – a chemist-turned-celebrity cook who surreptitiously teaches housewives to subvert the status quo. With her debut, Bonnie became a multimillion-copy-bestselling novelist, whose novel has also …
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Australia has been a close ally of the United States since 1940, but what does this mean for contemporary politics when democracy is more fragile than ever? Donald Trump and his attacks on the US electoral system have raised red flags about the strength of American democracy. But in an age of disinformation and civic decline, signs of fragility are…
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A healthy relationships original during one of the most romantic times of the year - Independence Day; JCG gives 4 things on 4th of July that girls like in a guy; and stay off the bases and sit in the dug out. … GIVE (Not a 501c3 contribution): Cash App: $JustinCGleason PayPal: @JustinCGleason Venmo: @JustinCGleason … Justin C. Gleason Podcast, Est…
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Send us a Text Message. Discover how to create passive income in 2024 with the Covenant Eyes Affiliate Program. Affiliate Marketing Specialist, Cassidy Brown, explores the opportunities available through affiliate marketing, especially for those interested in promoting online safety and combating pornography addiction. Learn how to earn money onlin…
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“Praiseworthy is mighty in every conceivable way: mighty of scope, mighty of fury, mighty of craft, mighty of humour, mighty of language, mighty of heart.” – Stella Prize Hear from the winner of this year’s Stella Prize, Alexis Wright, as she joins judging panel chair Beejay Silcox in conversation to discuss her creative inspirations, writing proce…
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Send us a Text Message. Step into the world of biblical archaeology with the captivating documentary series "Patterns of Evidence." Follow Timothy Mahoney's quest to uncover evidence supporting the events of the Bible, from The Exodus to the Red Sea Crossing. Subscribe now to dive deep into the mysteries of ancient history! Embark on a thought-prov…
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“I am a spy, a sleeper, a spook, a man of two faces”, begins Viet Thanh Nguyen’s debut novel, The Sympathizer, the internationally acclaimed bestseller that was recently adapted into an HBO series starring Sandra Oh and Robert Downey Jr. This duality is also at the heart of Viet’s highly original memoir, A Man of Two Faces, which details with sardo…
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Send us a Text Message. Join us for an exclusive interview with Andrew Hyatt, the director of the new film 'Sight,' inspired by the true story of Dr. Ming Wang. In this heartfelt conversation, Andrew shares insights into the making of the film, Dr. Wang's incredible journey from communist China to becoming a world-renowned eye surgeon, and the grou…
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“How other people live is pretty much all I think about,” writes Ann Patchett. Since her breakthrough novel, Bel Canto, won the Women’s Prize for Fiction, Ann’s clever, compelling and expertly crafted portraits of other people’s lives have enamoured readers and critics alike. The author of bookshelf staples like Commonwealth and The Dutch House ret…
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Send us a Text Message. Join us on this insightful episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast as we welcome Heath Wilson, co-founder of Aro. Discover how Heath's personal journey led to the creation of Aro, a revolutionary tool designed to help families manage device usage and reclaim quality time. Learn practical tips for creating sacred, tech-free mome…
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JCG brings a message of peace, hope, and soundness of mind to a month that has been hijacked. … GIVE (Not a 501c3 contribution): Cash App: $JustinCGleason PayPal: @JustinCGleason Venmo: @JustinCGleason … Justin C. Gleason Podcast, Est. 2020 Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcasts … Facebook @Justin C. Gleason Instagram @justincgleason X @justincgle…
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[Content warning: misogynistic violence, sexual assault] When Kate Manne’s first book Down Girl, a tightly argued analysis of misogyny, was published shortly after the full exposé of Harvey Weinstein, she became ‘the philosopher of #MeToo’ – someone who could explain in crisp and compelling terms what misogyny is and how it works. With her trademar…
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In this episode, "Discipleship", Megan talks about discipleship. She comes to the table with the full counsel of God regarding discipleship. Raising up people by teaching and activiating them into their passion, anointing and spiritual gifts. Megan believes that relationship is very important in discipleship. A timely teaching...for such a time as …
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Send us a Text Message. Millions of families are struggling without a father figure. In this episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, Karen Potter and Sean Teis, founder of Life Factors Fatherless Ministries, discuss the challenges faced by single moms and fatherless children. Sean shares his own story of growing up fatherless and how his ministry pro…
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Send us a Text Message. In this powerful episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, hosts Rob Stoddard and Karen Potter welcome Kristen Jenson, the founder of Defend Young Minds and author of "Good Pictures, Bad Pictures." Kristen shares invaluable insights on how parents can 'porn-proof' their children in today’s digital age. Discover practical strateg…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, Rob Stoddard and Karen Potter sit down with Jacob Valk and John-Michael Bout to discuss their groundbreaking work in the fight against pornography. As co-producers of the impactful docuseries "Into the Light," Jacob and John-Michael are taking their mission a step further by crea…
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It’s our final episode (!), and we’re discussing A Tempest of Tea, the much anticipated new novel by Hafsah Faizal. We meet Arthie Casimir and her crew who run a tea-house-turned-blood-house called Spindrift in the city of White Roaring. When Spindrift is threatened, Arthie is forced to make alliances and pull off a dangerous heist. There are vampi…
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Send us a Text Message. We are joined by Dr. Clint Elliot from The Institute for Shelter Care, which equips Christian ministries with the knowledge, skills, tools, and community needed to provide exemplary restorative care to the sexually exploited. Karen Potter and Rob Stoddard engage in an enlightening discussion with Dr. Clint Elliot, legal coun…
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Send us a Text Message. Looking for a reliable source to navigate the world of pop culture and entertainment content? Look no further than Plugged In from Focus on the Family's Adam Holz! Join Covenant Eyes' co-hosts, Karen Potter and Rob Stoddard, as we explore how Adam and Plugged In helps families make good decisions on movies, TV shows, books, …
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In the former time, no man or angel could ascend above the sea of glass in heaven. In these last days Jesus Christ has brought us above the firmament and into His presence. ... GIVE (Not a 501c3 contribution): Cash App: $JustinCGleason PayPal: @JustinCGleason Venmo: @JustinCGleason … Justin C. Gleason Podcast, Est. 2020 Apple Podcast, Spotify, Goog…
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Show announcement: several months ago we decided that it’s time for The Library Coven to come to an end, so this will be our final season. Over the past nearly 6 years we’ve loved making the show and forging connections with folks we never would have met otherwise. But it’s time for our HEAs*. Whether you’re a new listener or someone who’s been wit…
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Send us a Text Message. Join us in this episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast as we delve deep into the power of grace and recovery with Jonathan Daugherty, founder and president of Be Broken Ministries. Discover how grace plays a pivotal role in recovery from sexual addiction and how it can lead to genuine transformation. Jonathan explains grace-ba…
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Send us a Text Message. Did you know there is a secret sin in the church that is destroying it? Join us in this conversation as we navigate the challenges faced by today's church in an increasingly over sexualized culture. Pastor and author, Noah Flipiak, introduces his groundbreaking book, "Navigation Needed," designed to equip teens with the tool…
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A PREVIEW of the latest novel in the Elder's of the Paper Flower Consortium - Intrigue Among Vampires! After a short introduction, Loretta reads Chapter 20 of Intrigue Among Vampires which is Pascaline's transformation. Intro and Outro Music by Evan Witt www.wittynotes.com Support the Show. Thank you for listening. Social Media: https://www.elizabe…
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A heavenly mind will do your time here on earth good. Do not make an awkward situation in church worse with a bad reaction. … GIVE (Not a 501c3 contribution): Cash App: $JustinCGleason PayPal: @JustinCGleason Venmo: @JustinCGleason … Justin C. Gleason Podcast, Est. 2020 Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcasts … JustinCGleason@gmail .com Facebook @J…
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Today we’re talking about House of Marionne by J. Elle, which introduces us to 17-year-old Quell who has lived an itinerant life with her mother for *reasons* (namely, the forbidden power Quell wields), but is then forced to go directly into the belly of the beast…the magic boarding school at a lavish estate near New Orleans. Will Quell be able to …
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Send us a Text Message. In this eye-opening interview, Landon Starbuck discusses the urgent need to address child exploitation and the role of parents in navigating today's digital world. As a former chart-topping artist turned advocate for child protection, Landon shares insights into the making of his impactful film, designed to awaken and empowe…
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Above the throne of God is an emerald rainbow as a sign of His mercy; painting your feelings; and more war. … GIVE (Not a 501c3 contribution): Cash App: $JustinCGleason PayPal: @JustinCGleason Venmo: @JustinCGleason … Justin C. Gleason Podcast, Est. 2020 Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcasts … Facebook @Justin C. Gleason Instagram @justincgleason…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, hosts Karen Potter and Rob Stoddard sit down with Matt Fradd, creator of the Strive 21 program and host of the "Pints with Aquinas" podcast. They dig into strategies for protecting oneself from pornography in today's digital age. Matt shares insights on the importance of a sobrie…
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Send us a Text Message. The National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) released their annual Dirty Dozen List for 2024, and Covenant Eyes Podcast was one of the first to find out who made the notorious list. Karen and Rob have invited NCOSE Vice President, Lina Nealon, to the show! The Dirty Dozen List is an annual campaign calling out twelve m…
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Listen and gain insight as to why Jesus waited 8 days to appear to Thomas; you and I are the generation that believes having not seen; and the eclipse was sort of underwhelming. … GIVE (Not a 501c3 contribution): Cash App: $JustinCGleason PayPal: @JustinCGleason Venmo: @JustinCGleason … Justin C. Gleason Podcast, Est. 2020 Apple Podcast, Spotify, G…
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