Best Goodstein Podcasts (2024)

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#120 - Unbiased Climate Change Discussion with Dr. Eban Goodstein 54:35

16d ago54:35

54:35

Send us a text #climatechange. If you're looking for truth about climate science, this is a powerful and unbiased discussion with an expert in the field. Eban Goodstein is the Vice President for Environmental and Social Leadership at Bard College in in Annandale-on-Hudson, NY. At Bard, Goodstein directs the Graduate Programs in Sustainability. Good…

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Northeast Arc at 70 — Growth Across the Decades (Jerry McCarthy) 46:36

29d ago46:36

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When Jerry McCarthy arrived at Northeast Arc in 1979, the organization was supporting just a couple of hundred individuals in 19 communities. By the time he retired 36 years later, the agency was supporting more than 10,000 people in 200 communities. In this interview, McCarthy reflects on that growth — highlighting what it took and the challenges …

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#119 - Empowerment Through Healing w/ Dr. Lynn Carey 37:50

2M ago37:50

37:50

Send us a text Have people made you not believe in your dreams? Have they made you feel small and disempowered? Your dreams are not farfetched or pie in the sky, but the very reason you are here. My guest today is Dr. Lynn Carey. Take a listen to this poignant show during these troubling and confusing times. Dr. Lynn Carey earned a doctorate in chi…

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#118 - Mental Health in America with Dr. Bonnie Wims 49:46

3M ago49:46

49:46

Send us a text Many of us suffer alone, in silence, with those negative thought loops keeping us stuck, small, afraid. But if you had a broken arm that got treated, there would be no shame in it. Shouldn't we treat the mental and physical the same? Mental health, or should I say mental well-being, we all hear so much about now and all need more of …

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#117- Philosophy Professor Daniel Berthold and His Work with the Bard Prison Initiative 53:24

4M ago53:24

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Send us a text Systemic racism, kids of color forgotten by the system, and raised in a violent world with no escape, and a country who's not asking deeper questions of itself. Join Daniel Berthold, philosophy professor from Bard College who teaches at a maximum security prison through the Bard Prison Initiative. There is also a documentary on this …

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Everyone is a Philanthropist: Sara Lomelin, CEO of Philanthropy Together 33:08

4M ago33:08

33:08

“Giving Circles are not cute,” is just one of several strong points that Sara Lomelin, CEO of Philanthropy Together makes today. Sara shares her journey from being a Catholic schoolgirl in Mexico to now leading and advocating for the global movement of collective giving, a movement “by the people, for the people,” that – in the last 6 years – has m…

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#116- Healing with Food and a Tea that Saved a Village 49:19

4M ago49:19

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Send us a text Lainie "Sevante" Wulkan, known as "The Food Oracle," is the visionary Founder of CIFT Center for Intuitive Food Therapy™. A wellness author, intuitive, and advanced energy healer, she has authored several bestselling books, including The Food Healing Oracle Deck® series and a chapter in Energy Healer's Oracle. With a Bachelor's in Fo…

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Philanthropy Matchmaker: Erinn Andrews, Founder & CEO of Give Team 33:20

4M ago33:20

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Entrepreneur Erinn Andrews, Founder & CEO of Give Team, shares her insights, research, and observations about the philanthropists we don’t usually hear about: donors giving between $10,000 - $50,000 annually (versus millions and billions every year). Her enthusiasm and passion for the social sector is abundant and is showcased in this conversation …

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Heritage: Chuck Knabusch, Trustee of Edward M. and Henrietta M. Knabusch Charitable Trusts 1 and 2 25:29

5M ago25:29

25:29

The words “heritage,” “humble,” and “help” are on repeat as Chuck Knabusch shares stories of the founding, history, and spending down of the Edward M. and Henrietta M. Knabusch Charitable Trust established by his grandfather. The foundation was set up to last only 30 years and, at the airing of this episode, is in its final months. Bonus: Here’s a …

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#115- Meditation Changes our Brain Chemistry with Kara Goodwin 42:00

5M ago42:00

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Send us a text This was such a great conversation. In today's show I speak with Kara Goodwin, the host of the Meditation Conversation Podcast. Meditation brings us back to the moment and can help transform our brain chemistry with certain techniques while being present can help calm many charged issues. Kara Goodwin is a meditation and spiritual tr…

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Episode 31: The Hamas-Israel Conflict revisited 1:10:51

5M ago1:10:51

1:10:51

In this episode Rabbi Abram and Reverent Matt Shultz reflect on the vigil they organized to honor the unhoused individuals who passed away in Anchorage in 2023. Link to the vigil is here on facebook. Abram and Matt next debate the importance of cemeteries in a community. Then Abram and Matt revisit the conflict in the Middle East. They debate the m…

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Because it’s the Right Thing To Do: LJ Borsari, Gen Z 17:23

6M ago17:23

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Much has been studied and written about Generation Z, commonly considered to encompass those born between the mid-1990s (around 1995) to the mid-2010s (around 2010 or 2012). Whether any of what has been written is true I don't know, but I do agree with previous guest Emily Goodstein's assessment that "all the wisdom in the world is held by girls." …

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Communications for the Greater Good: Emily Goodstein, CEO/Founder of Greater Good Strategy 33:05

6M ago33:05

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Founder + CEO of Greater Good Strategy Emily Goodstein joins Giving Voices in today’s episode that centers around the theme of communication. We cover all manner of topics ranging from our mutual disappointment in the results of Exponent Philanthropy’s survey, “How Grantees Think Funders Should Improve” to whether Pinterest is still relevant, with …

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Northeast Arc at 70 – Pioneers Then & Now (Jackson Skane) 16:38

6M ago16:38

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This year, Northeast Arc is celebrating 70 years of changing lives and discovering abilities. And to celebrate that anniversary we are speaking to the agency’s early leaders who helped pave the way for the work we do. Our organization was founded by people who challenged the status quo for people with disabilities and pushed for inclusion in all fa…

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#114 - Education Leaves Parts of Us Behind 9:11

6M ago9:11

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Send us a text Education needs to radically change or we are failing ourselves and our futures. It should inform and develop the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual. So when we are finished, we are ready for adulthood. It should provide tools on how to be an adult and navigate the world. If not, what is the point of education? To only feed th…

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The Why and the How of the End: Featuring Tom Donley and Jenny Convey 40:37

6M ago40:37

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Trustees from two generations of the sunsetting Donley Foundation, Tom Donley and Jenny Convey, speak frankly about the history, evolution, and decision to dissolve their family’s foundation. In just over one year following the board’s decision to spend-down, the assets were distributed, and the foundation closed. They’re honest, direct, reflective…

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#113- The Releasing of Victimhood 6:27

7M ago6:27

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Send us a text Do you feel like a victim? You probably are to some event and more importantly to your own thoughts. We all are until we set it free. Even if an event shaped your life and outlook do you want to hold onto it forever as a reminder? Or do you want to move forward and be your best self? We cannot become our best selves playing the victi…

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Northeast Arc at 70 – Pioneers Then & Now (Robert Herlich) 12:02

7M ago12:02

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This year, Northeast Arc is celebrating 70 years of changing lives and discovering abilities. And to celebrate that anniversary we are speaking to the agency’s early leaders who helped pave the way for the work we do. Our organization was founded by people who challenged the status quo for people with disabilities and pushed for inclusion in all fa…

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Agog About Governance: Mary Phillips, Founder & Senior Advisor of GMA Foundations 39:51

7M ago39:51

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What do stories about a rug, a cat, and the minister of a Congregational church have in common, and what do they have to do with philanthropy? You’ll understand once you hear Mary Phillips, founder and senior advisor of GMA Foundations, one of the country’s first philanthropic advisory firms, help explain myriad governance options for private found…

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#112- Are You Afraid of Death or Life? With Author Kate Manser 45:32

7M ago45:32

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Send us a text Today is such a powerful interiew. Kate Manser is the author of You Might Die Tomorrow: So Live Today. In the span of six months, three of Kate's friends died in unrelated, unexpected tragedies. She developed a fear of death that began to take over her life: She would imagine getting hit as she crossed every intersection, go into a p…

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Trust: A conversation with Danielle Scott, President & CEO of the Pincus Family Foundation 29:31

7M ago29:31

29:31

Hello, Giving Voices Community! Join Danielle Scott and me as we reflect on her 26-year path to leading the Pincus Family Foundation as its first-ever President & CEO. With her trademark grace and vulnerability, Danielle highlights moments of growth and truth in working with the foundation, including her experience as a Black leader in the philanth…

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Episode 30: Advocacy 53:26

8M ago53:26

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In this Episode Pastor Matt reveals that he has a Jewish great great great grandfather. Then Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt discuss the role of advocacy among clergy. They then move the conversation about the Vigil they are planning in memoriam of the unhoused neighbors who passed away last year. They end episode with Matt unpacking the “He Gets Us” a…

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#111 Happy Relationships with Marriage Counselor Paul Sigafus 43:20

8M ago43:20

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered what a healthy and happy relationship looks like? On this Valentine's Day Special we dive into that very topic. Paul Sigafus has degrees in both Marriage & Family Therapy and Marriage, Family, and Human Development and has been practicing as a therapist since 2001. He is the Founder and Executive Director of Co…

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Two Friends Talking: featuring Steve Jakab, VP and Chief Development Officer of Yale New Haven Hospital 29:43

8M ago29:43

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Greetings, Giving Voices community! Listen-in on my coffee chat with my longtime friend, Stephen Jakab. As has been typical throughout our friendship, we cover a lot of territory! With personal and professional observations and anecdotes, Steve talks about family legacy, describes a new joint philanthropic initiative connecting three generations of…

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Northeast Arc at 70 – Pioneers Then & Now (Mike Goodstein) 19:48

8M ago19:48

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This year, Northeast Arc is celebrating 70 years of changing lives and discovering abilities. And to celebrate that anniversary we are speaking to the agency’s early leaders who helped pave the way for the work we do. Our organization was founded by people who challenged the status quo for people with disabilities and pushed for inclusion in all fa…

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#110 - What are you searching for? 11:25

9M ago11:25

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Send us a text Hey folks, I'm back for the new year with a new show name and intro and outro. Yes, that's me on the drums. So, I've been thinking. We look at social media. We look at the news. We look in the mirror. We look to others. But what are we searching for? Take a listen. To find out more about me and my books check out douglasrobbinsauthor…

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Episode 29: What kind of American are you? 54:20

10M ago54:20

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Hi folks, In this episode of WDU Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt cover a lot. Here is the short list - Matt and Abram discuss Christmas, Matt analyzes how people treat each other in pop culture and social media, Matt reveals his disdain for pickup trucks, Matt and Abram attempt to understand MAGA voters, Abram offers an update on the Israel-Hamas war, …

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#109 - Meaningful Moments Make a Lifetime w/JJ JJ DiGeronimo 36:29

11M ago36:29

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Send us a text JJ DiGeronimo is a lightworker, business woman, and author that creates a bridge for people to tap into tools, practices, and mindsets to illuminate their path. Listeners seeking more meaningful connections, more moments of joy, and more fulfilling activities, she shares common obstacles holding many back while providing tools many c…

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Episode 28: The Israel-Hamas conflict 55:48

12M ago55:48

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In this episode Rabbi Abram opens up about the Israel - Hamas conflict and what it means for the Jewish community. Then to lighten the mood Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt talk about D&D which means Dungeons and Dragons. These links will make more sense once you hear the podcast: Alaska Judaism Media: https://www.youtube.com/@alaskajudaismmedia7230/fea…

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Story Behind the Stories: Inaugural Episode 8:27

12M ago8:27

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Welcome to the “Giving Voices” community! In this episode, I share the origin of this new podcast series, which features stories told by and about philanthropists. You’ll hear a bit about me (your host) and how “Giving Voices” evolved from a passion project concept to the development and production of a full-fledged show. My intention is to foster …

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#108 - A Simple Shift 5:01

1y ago5:01

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Send us a text Do you ever feel stuck? Do you have the same conversations and start poking at your partner and vice versa? Does this make you start questioning your relationship and everything in your life? Well, sometimes all that is needed is a simple shift to get you out of it and help you change perspective. Support the show…

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#107- My new book Baseball Dreams and Bikers 7:22

1y ago7:22

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Send us a text Is due out 10/24. Pre-sale soon... In the title story, I don't think I knew how closely I was writing about my own struggles as a teen. What would have happened if someone had paid more attention or was a guiding light in my life? The trajectory of my life would have been very different. My thoughts and choices would have been differ…

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Episode 27: Unpacking Political Dog Whistles 55:27

1y ago55:27

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Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram are back after a summer break. In this months episode Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram examine some local religious organizations and show they break the 10 commandments. They discuss the value of Ranked Choice Voting. They explain how religious and hateful organizations use dog whistles to convey hateful messages. They discu…

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#106 - If Everything is a Story so is Happiness w/Counselor Kevin Burk 48:53

1y ago48:53

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Send us a text Your life is a story, and you are the main character. Every choice you make in your life is intended to move you closer to your ultimate goal: to get everything you’ve ever wanted. The reason you want everything you’ve ever wanted is that you believe when you get everything you’ve ever wanted, you’ll live happily ever after. This doe…

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#105- Dolphins, Ducks, and Motorcycle Rides 5:52

1y ago5:52

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Send us a text Are you taking your walk? Are you swimming your swim? Are you riding your ride? There are so many experiences and opportunities awaiting for us when we take action and do our thing, The unknown and unexpected awaits. The unknown can be scary, but that is also where the best of life waits for us. Support the show…

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#104 - Law of Attraction Methods with Zehra Mahoon 46:54

1y ago46:54

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Send us a text Great conversation today with Zehra Mahoon, She says, " Today, I am at a place where I feel secure. I feel confident about my future. I feel that I am in control of my life. I feel happy and satisfied with my accomplishments. But it wasn't always like that. My life was a mess. I had no money, my husband had cheated on me and left the…

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The Power of Film to Promote Inclusion: Dan Habib 30:57

1y ago30:57

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Dan Habib is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and is currently director of the Inclusive Communities Project at the Westchester Institute for Human Development. Dan's films include Who Cares About Kelsey?, Including Samuel, Intelligent Lives, and his most recent film, My Disability Roadmap, which Dan produced along with his son Samuel, who ex…

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#103 - Never Forget What You Love 5:43

1y ago5:43

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Send us a text We often hold onto things that do not serve us. We spend time in the arena of bad memories and feelings that often keep us stuck in the very same event day after day, month after month, year after year. But life is short and fleeting. Don't hold onto regrets or fear. For life can change in the blink of an eye. A friend's wife had a s…

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#102 - Who Are You Accountable To? with Accountability Coach Julie Moses 44:05

1+ y ago44:05

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Send us a text This is one of the most important topics to changing your life: Accountability Feeling lost and having a lack of purpose? Feeling overwhelmed or on a hamster wheel, stressed and exhausted? Knowing what you want to do, but not taking action? Unhappy with your relationships, physical body/health, finances, and work? We all must get cle…

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#101- Most Men Still Lead Lives of Quiet Desperation w/Certified Men's Coach Ettore Toppi 1:16:50

1+ y ago1:16:50

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Send us a text A plague far more destructive than any virus has swept over the world. It is the destructive narcissist many know as modern day man. Most men suffer in silence and often damage others along the way. Today I speak with Ettore Toppi who is a certified men’s coach, men’s work facilitator, and creator and co-host of the popular podcast A…

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Episode 26: Magical Thinking 59:24

1+ y ago59:24

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In this episode of What Divines Us Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram discuss the problems and benefits of magical thinking in religion. Rabbi Abram reports on his community hosting a Drag Story Hour. Pastor Matt offers an update on Anchorage's Homeless criss. Finally Rabbi Abram and Pastor Matt discuss their frustration over Texas attempting to put the 1…

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#100 - Mother Earth 18:32

1+ y ago18:32

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Send us a text In this 100th episode we celebrate the earth. Mother Earth truly provides all that we have. She gives us our food, our clothes, our housing. We and all animals including fish and ocean creatures create C02 while the plant life on land and in the ocean provide oxygen in this incredible symbiotic relationship. Support the show…

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#99- Accident, Depression, Darkness to Redemption and Renewed Love w/ Ed Watters 44:25

1+ y ago44:25

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Send us a text Ed Watters was injured on the job he eventually lost. After sinking into despair and darkness feeling "Dead" in America. Both he and his wife became unfaithful, yet their 40 year love bent but didn't break. Eventually, after much struggle and heartache, they fell in love again. This is a hard journey of childhood trauma and sexual ab…

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#98 - Honorship 5:18

1+ y ago5:18

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Send us a text We hear about ownership, but what about honorship? Owning what we honor becomes our lives and how we live. Honor pain and doubt, you get more of the same. Honor love, more love finds you. We often hear about following one's dreams. That can often be found in some external pursuit. Yet all dreams start with honoring oneself. Honoring …

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Episode 25: Institutional Trust 57:31

1+ y ago57:31

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In this Episode Pastor Matt and Rabbi Abram discuss their sermon writing process. They talk about what it means to trust and mistrust big institutions. They argue over what should be considered sacred. They conclude by discussing state wide school legislation.By whatdivinesus

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Forget Me Not: Fighting for Inclusive Education 31:14

1+ y ago31:14

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New York City is the most segregated school system in the country for students with disabilities. The documentary "Forget Me Not" shines a light on this system and the battles many parents fight to get an inclusive education for their children. The film, released in 2021, follows parents and filmmakers Olivier and Hilda Bernier after their son, Emi…

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#97- Podcast Marketing and Other Industry Secrets with Vinnie Potestivo 32:34

1+ y ago32:34

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Send us a text Vinnie Potestivo is an Emmy® Award-winning Brand Advisor who grows personal brands & founder-led businesses by getting them get seen, heard, and known by scaling content and media reach. Vinnie is the Founding Editor-in-Chief of I Have A Podcast® and Host of LinkedIn Presents: I Have A Podcast® - a podcast that examines the Creator E…

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#96- Humanity 4:40

1+ y ago4:40

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Send us a text Often our humanity gets trapped in the dogma of the mind and the dogma of society causing us to feel and think small. We adhere to it rather than the other way around. On this show we are trying to break free to live our true potentials. For we are here to expand while dogma remains stuck in the past. Here's a short one- a few nugget…

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#95- Brain Trauma Survivor and Renowned Speaker Danielle Matthews 1:01:21

1+ y ago1:01:21

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Send us a text At the age of 23 Danielle was hit by a drunk driver and sustained a life-altering injury to her brain. The medical world said there was no hope of recovery & told her to accept this life as her “new normal”. Although her body was physically impaired, her spirit was strong & she refused to believe their diagnoses. Her mind was determi…

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#94- The Hurried Fox 4:32

1+ y ago4:32

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Send us a text I was driving the other day on a country road when a fox ran out in front of me. There were no cars behind me and waiting would have served him better as I almost hit him and he almost lost his life. How often do we hurry as if our lives are on the line when we don't have to and when waiting and thinking something through would bette…

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