Let's make sense of the world – together. From the economy and health care to politics and the environment – and so much more – On Point host Meghna Chakrabarti speaks with newsmakers and everyday people about the issues that matter most. On Point is produced by WBUR.
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Let's make sense of the world – together. From the economy and health care to politics and the environment – and so much more – On Point host Meghna Chakrabarti speaks with newsmakers and everyday people about the issues that matter most. On Point is produced by WBUR.
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Since 1982, Crisis Magazine has been America's leading source for Catholic perspectives on religion, culture, and politics. Join editor-in-chief Eric Sammons and leading Catholics on "Crisis Point."
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At Take Point Wealth Management, our mission is to simplify investing and give thoughtful, intelligent advice to people who want added financial peace. We do this by always striving to deliver the best possible investment counsel and the most exceptional personal service. Visit www.TakePointWealth.com to learn more.
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MMA On Point is a social hub for fans of mixed martial arts to interact and discuss the latest happenings in the world of combat sports. Subscribe for all the latest video alerts and hit us up @onpointmma on Twitter for more..
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Missions on Point is the ”propempo” perspective on church and missions. The New Testament term ”propempo” captures the local church-centered philosophy of missions. Missions on Point communicates paradigm-changing aim, vision, and practical implementation strategies for sending workers to the challenging, Gospel-neediest people on earth for long-term service for God‘s glory. ”Missions on Point” is a ministry of Propempo International with MissioServe Alliance, a registered 501(c)(3) charitab ...
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Focal Point is the Bible teaching ministry of author and pastor Mike Fabarez. Focal Point explores and proclaims the depths of Scripture on its daily radio broadcast and is dedicated to clearly explaining the truth of God’s Word.
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The daily radio broadcasts of Pastor Mike Fabarez on Focal Point.
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Using a podcast to create works of art, study works of art, review works of art, and interview artists. Interviews/reviews can be found under "unknown season" in iTunes. Follow Zero Point Fiction on Instagram @zero_point_fiction.
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Developer news worth your attention. Brief, entertaining & always on point. The software world moves fast. Keep up the easy way with Changelog News.
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Life on Point is an extension of Connection Point Church in Jackson, Missouri where we aim to help you navigate life by pointing you to Jesus.
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The Partially Examined Life is a philosophy podcast by some guys who were at one point set on doing philosophy for a living but then thought better of it.Each episode we pick a text and chat about it with insight and flippancy. You don't have to know any philosophy or even have read the text we're talking about to follow and enjoy the discussion.
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Always out of focus, constantly on point. Live every Sunday at 7pm pacific on Twitch and at our website echoplexmedia.com/live. We cover cults, conspiracy communities and extremism on the network more broadly. The Plex is our weekly news clip rundown.
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The long NFL offseason begins as soon as the Super Bowl confetti touches the field and ‘The Ringer NFL Show’ is here to keep you on top of all the news still happening around the league and heading into the 2024-25 season. Every Monday and Friday, Shiel Kapadia and Ben Solak deliver sharp takes on the draft, free agency, training camp, and beyond on 'Extra Point Taken.' On Wednesdays is 'Dual Threat,' during which Steven Ruiz and Nora Princiotti dive deep into big offseason developments, wit ...
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The newest sermons from Life Point Baptist Church on SermonAudio.
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A weekly reflection on a topical issue.
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The Point is a magazine founded on the suspicion that modern life is worth examining. www.thepointmag.com
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Charlie is America's hardest working grassroots activist who has your inside scoop on the biggest news of the day and what's really going on behind the headlines. The founder of Turning Point USA and one of social media's most engaged personalities, Charlie is on the front lines of America’s culture war, mobilizing hundreds of thousands of students on over 3,500 college and high school campuses across the country, bringing you your daily dose of clarity in a sea of chaos all from his signatu ...
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Three lifelong friends examine well-known, notorious public figures and determine on an 11 point system how much of an asshole they really are.
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Stories and Strategies from the World of Business with host Blaine Bertsch, CEO at Dryrun. Join Blaine as he has frank and honest discussions with experienced entrepreneurs. Where they come from, the challenges they faced, how they overcame adversity and where they are headed today.
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Welcome to the podcast for the Bible teaching ministry of Dr. Mike Fabarez, Pastor of Compass Bible Church in Aliso Viejo. This podcast delivers the current weekly sermons Pastor Mike preaches each Sunday. Pastor Mike seeks to deliver relevant and accurate Bible teaching that is applicable to our daily lives.
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Carlos Marti and Jishnu Saha discuss "point by point" on the latest tennis results, upcoming tournament draws, and much more. We cover all major ATP and WTA tennis tournaments including Master 1000 events and Grand slams.
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Have the experts in your corner with The Fantasy Points Podcast. Whether it's fantasy draft season or with money on the line on point spreads or props, this is the podcast you're taking first overall. Industry leaders John Hansen, Joe Dolan, Tom Brolley, Scott Barrett, Graham Barfield, and Brett Whitefield (plus more) discuss everything NFL, fantasy football, daily fantasy (DFS), and NFL betting. Subscribe and download to take your fantasy football game to the next level. Support this podcas ...
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Various tools and advice for ministry and personal growth.
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For hunters who want to reach their potential. On Point will help you learn, grow and get motivated to be the best hunter you can be.
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Tony Diaz, El Librotraficante, is a writer, activist, and professor who tells it like it is. He co-hosts the #NPRadio Show on 90.1 FM KPFT Houston. He's also a political analyst on "What's Your Point?" on Fox 26 Houston.
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Care about free speech? Tired of political correctness? Join Dave Rubin for real conversations, real news, and one-on-one interviews with some of the most intriguing names in America today as they break down politics and current events.
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Mostly good, upbeat music, but also includes tech and business talk
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This is where you can get all my songs and dance
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Having fun!!! Teaching, learning... yes! We can learn too. Helping others improve their life and english at the same time. 3 times a week.
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Hosted by sports columnist Mike Finger, Spurs Insider gives you behind-the-scenes access to San Antonio’s favorite team. Count on Spurs writers Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn to keep the analysis lively and on point.
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This is Rob Francis' weekly radio show, recorded on Point Blank Radio (www.pointblankradio.com). The show is broadcast between 6 and 8PM every Wednesday from London. I play new underground electronic music from around the world every week spanning several genres such as deep house, deep techno, dub techno, progressive house, breakbeat and melodic techno. Point Blank Radio is an independent radio station which is wholly owned and run by DJs. Each DJ has a real passion for their music and has ...
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A feed from the Slate podcast network featuring episodes with enlightening conversations, opposing views, and plenty of healthy disputes. You'll get a curated selection of episodes from programs like What Next, The Waves, and the Political Gabfest, with deep discussions that go beyond point-counterpoint and shed light on the issues that matter most.
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The best long-form audio series from WBUR, Boston's NPR, all in one feed.
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My name is MVZY...just a guy with a podcast he hasn't touched in 5 years. A lot has happened but here I am,I'm back. I'll be discussing scenarios of sports and entertainment world with an honest and humorous point of view. Be it MMA,Marvel,music,alcohol....these are my thoughts with certain guest talking while having a drink or two...or three....four...five....who's counting? So sit back,pop up your barbecue grill and drink and listen up. Cheers.
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A monthly comics bookclub hosted by 3 friends. Skye's been reading comics her whole life, Jake recently stopped and wants to get back in, and Kat's new to the hobby.
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A "regular guy" point of view on politics, faith, and current events.
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Often people only see the end result without knowing the process, sacrifice, and/or failures experienced on the way. We highlight our guest's journey and provide a platform to give insight on important steps and mistakes they've learned in their journey to success or enlightenment. Amongst friends we're sharing diverse points of view on family dynamics, society, relationships, hip hop, politics, current events and more! Tune in and let's build together!! Subscribe and watch show on YouTube! ...
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Hosted by Max Beverly, this podcast covers current events in Thomasville, GA, and the Red Hills region. Email Max at onpointcounterpointpodcast@gmail.com.
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Steve Erceg perhaps just had the biggest fumble in UFC championship history against Alexandre Pantoja right at the end of the fight. Up there with Weidman vs Rockhold and his infamously missed spinning back kick. Two of the judges had it as a tie going into the last round. So no doubt about it, those takedowns cost him the fight.…
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For decades some conservative scholars and politicians have asserted the United States is a constitutional republic, not a democracy. So which one is it? About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world.…
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'A most tolerant little town': The forgotten story of desegregation in Clinton, Tennessee
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Rebroadcast: In 1956, a federal judge ordered the town of Clinton, Tennessee to desegregate its high school. The unrest that followed tore the town apart. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world.…
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Your missions committee is a vital dimension of how your church fulfills its strategic missions focus. Some people are delegated responsibility in your church to join this team and propel your church into greater missions effectiveness. But, be careful. Your committee should not be doing missions on behalf of your church. They should be mobilizing …
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As Christians, we have an enemy who wants to take us down! But how far can he go, and can he really defeat us? Pastor and Bible teacher Mike Fabarez sheds light on what Satan can and cannot do. Keep him from sabotaging your life with a glimpse into the dark side on this edition of Ask Pastor Mike.To support this ministry financially, visit: https:/…
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Host Stunned as RFK Jr. Turns His Pointed Question Back on Him
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Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks about Robert F. Kennedy Jr. turning host George Janko’s question about the dangers he faces running for president back on the host; Nancy Pelosi lashing out at MSNBC’s Katy Tur for pointing out Pelosi’s misleading lie about job growth under President Trump; the NYPD raiding Hamilton Hall at Columbia University…
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Selected Essays | Michael Clune on Thomas Nagel
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On this episode of “Selected Essays,” Jess and Zach talk with Michael Clune about his essay “The Anatomy of Panic,” published in Harper's last May and recently selected for Best American Essays, and Thomas Nagel’s “What Is it Like to Be a Bat?” first published in 1974 in the Philosophical Review. Craving more essays? Subscribe to The Point here and…
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We should give thanks for all of God’s kind provisions as we patiently and uncompromisingly stand up for Christ in our increasingly hostile culture.By Pastor Mike Fabarez
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Updated Online Budgeting Trends - Interview with Robin Growley
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In this bonus interview from Retirement.Radio's Matt McClure, we talk with Robin Growley - Head of Consumer Deposits at Bank of America. The two discuss some new online budgeting trends Robin has been tracking and offer advice on how listeners can navigate them. For More Information: TakePointWealth.com Schedule a Complimentary Consultation with Er…
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Chris Brown ROASTS Quavo! Lyrics Breakdown on his ex Saweetie cheating on him with Chris Brown, Take Off death and more
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Chris Brown ROASTS Quavo! Lyrics Breakdown on his ex cheating on him with Chris Brown, Take Off death and more Available on all podcast streaming services: https://thehighestpointpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehighestpointpodcast Support the show: https://www.cash.app/$highestpointent https://www.paypal.com/paypalme…
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Caleb Azumah Nelson on why anger is no longer a stranger to him, but a friend. He talks of a childhood in which he tried to navigate a world which was 'already coding a young black man as dangerous, threatening. Angry.' 'As I've grown older,' writes Caleb, 'the question is not whether I should be angry, but do I love myself enough to be angry, to o…
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Ex-Democrat Exposes the Reality of the DNC | Tulsi Gabbard
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Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks to Tulsi Gabbard about her book “For Love of Country”; the cost of leaving the Democratic Party; her efforts to reform the party; how she became a victim of dirty attacks from Democratic elites like Hillary Clinton; Biden's missed opportunities for unity and the party's shift toward extreme ideologies; how Dem…
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5 Great Things in America the Media Won't Tell You
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Enjoy Charlie’s speech in Fargo, North Dakota where he lets everyone know five important, positive things that are happening in our country that the media are ignoring. He also takes questions from the audience on the 2024 election and a lot more. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See o…
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The British have seemed to corner the market for celebrity TV personalities that can be more or less classified, as pric*s. We’ve already done a show on Gordon Ramsey, I’ve heard that the second-best Bond, Pierce Brosnan, can be a bit of a jerk, and today’ show subject has made a name for himself not only in the music business but with his snarky p…
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THOUGHTCRIME Ep. 43 — Banning the Bible? Frat Bro Future? The Birth Dearth?
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In this week’s ThoughtCrime, Charlie Kirk, Jack Posobiec, Tyler Bowyer, and Blake Neff answer many crucial questions, including: -Why did the GOP mess up its response to anti-Israel protests so badly? -Does frat bros saving the flag herald them saving the republic? -Do young people refuse to have kids because of lack of money, or lack of interest? …
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What is the great divide in American life? Behind globalism vs. nationalism, Christianity vs. atheism, or native vs. immigrant is a split that could be even more critical: The "Ruling Class" vs. the "Country Class." Josh Hammer of Newsweek explains what the "country class" is and how it explains surprising sources of Donald Trump support. Plus, eve…
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The Great Pro-Trump "Vibe Shift" On Campus
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When Charlie launched Turning Point more than a decade ago, conservative efforts to win the youth vote looked hopeless and doomed. Now, everything has changed. From UNC to UCLA, thousands of young people are standing up to fight far-left protests and voice support for Trump, and their numbers seem to be growing by the day. Andrew explains how and w…
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EP 59 - Sam Jenkins from Punchcard Systems
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On this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch interviews Sam Jenkins, CEO of Punchcard Systems. They cover his entrepreneurial journey, focusing on his shift from web design to creating a healthcare analytics platform and the nuances of team management. The discussion highlights culture fit, the art of hiring effectively, and fostering a remote …
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Megan Nolan on the allure of New York and the city's 'main character' syndrome. The city is, she says, 'the place that makes me happier to be alive than anywhere else - not in spite but because of its thoroughly human hopelessness.' 'Nature is nature, permanent and without moral taint,' writes Megan, 'but cities are paeans to the marvellous filth o…
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Stephen Colbert Covers Up the Darkest Aspects of Palestine Protests
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Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks about “The Late Show’s” Stephen Colbert sugarcoating the pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University and elsewhere; frat guys suddenly becoming heroes and defending the American flag from pro-Palestinian protesters; a counterprotest at the University of Mississippi drowning out the screams of pro-Gaza stud…
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For decades some conservative scholars and politicians have asserted the United States is a constitutional republic, not a democracy. So which one is it? About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world.…
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2024 Post Draft Recap | IDP Corner Podcast
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Justin Varnes (@DownWithIDP) and Tom Simons take a look at al the off-season happenings in the IDP space. Everything from big free agents to the NF Draft the IDO corner has you covered for this off-season. Subscribe to FantasyPoints for FREE - https://www.fantasypoints.com/plans#/ Website - https://www.fantasypoints.com NEW! Data Suite - https://da…
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The Rise of Catholic Homesteading (Guest: Jason Craig)
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Why are so many Catholic families looking into farm life? Why is homesteading becoming a popular alternative to the suburban and city life?By Crisis Magazine
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'A most tolerant little town': The forgotten story of desegregation in Clinton, Tennessee
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Rebroadcast: In 1956, a federal judge ordered the town of Clinton, Tennessee to desegregate its high school. The unrest that followed tore the town apart. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world.…
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On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on the power of the MAGA red hat to forge an identity and spread a political message around the world. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world.…
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The Only Republican To Defend Kristi Noem? with Michael Knowles
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In America, we treat dogs more and more like people...while treating humans more and more like dogs, or worse. Michael Knowles joins to argue that Kristi Noem shooting her dog might be bad politics — but the meltdown about it from defenders of late-term abortion is pure moral hysteria from those who can no longer understand real right and wrong. Kn…
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Ask Pastor Mike-Can Satan Read My Thoughts
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By Pastor Mike Fabarez
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James O'Keefe's latest investigative video takes aim at one of D.C.'s most untouchable institutions: The CIA. O'Keefe joins to discuss what his video reveals about the CIA's years of work undermining Donald Trump. Plus, Rep. Warren Davidson does his best to explain why so many of his colleagues took a stand to vote against both freedom of speech an…
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The Devil's Flag Pole on College Campuses
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Cleve and David discuss the pro-terrorist demonstrations at so called prestigious Universities in the US, and how current event are like the Old Testament law.By Mere Conservatism
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Did the House Just Vote To Ban the Bible?
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Did the House GOP just try to pass a new ban on reading the Bible on campus? It sounds insane, but it's true. Charlie responds to a new "antisemitism" bill that enormously overreacts to the wave of anti-Israel protest on campus. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omnystudio.com/liste…
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Tulsi Gabbard Blows Joe Rogan's Mind with Her Dark Prediction
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Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks to Gad Saad and Winston Marshall about Tulsi Gabbard making Joe Rogan’s jaw drop with her take on the pro-Palestinian protesters and what they’re capable of; NYC Mayor Eric Adams blaming outside agitators for the out-of-control pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University and CUNY; NYPD’s Tarik Sheppard s…
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Following UFC 300, with some of the biggest names in the sport all taking part, we've landed at UFC 301 and ended up with a main event where few even know who the title challenger is; Steve Erceg. So we'll simply try to answer that question as best as we can. Who is Steve Erceg? And most importantly is he a worthy challenger of Alexandre Pantoja's …
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Scriptural Reasons & Reasonable Explanations – Part B
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Pastor Mike Fabarez examines one of the first conflicts that challenged the unity of the early Church––the inclusion of gentiles. While that may not be the problem facing your congregation, there are plenty of practical lessons for handling other issues causing division in the body of Christ. Pastor Mike is helping us learn how to resolve conflicts…
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The Disaster of Marijuana Legalization with Alex Berenson
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The Biden Administration is moving to reduce restrictions on marijuana, and the drug is now legal in a majority of U.S. states. But is surrendering in the war on drugs a good idea, or just a disaster for the country's young people? Alex Berenson explains the many harmful side effects of America's most popular illegal drug, then responds to campus a…
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Scriptural Reasons & Reasonable Explanations-Part B
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Today’s Broadcast May 2, 2024 Scriptural Reasons & Reasonable Explanations-Part B Acts 11:1-18 Listen Download Today's Message Purchase Message Download Worksheet From Series: A Unified Church Purchase Entire Series Broadcast Archive Message Description God is at work preparing people for their engagement with his gospel message which we should alw…
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Episode 171: Point Blank Radio - 1st May 2024 - Sasha Tribute Special
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Its the end of an era! This is my last Wednesday night show on Point Blank as I am moving to Monday nights at 8pm. My day job has become much busier which has made it hard for me to do a 6pm show. To say goodbye I am dedicating the whole show to my favourite DJ and producer - Sasha. Enjoy the music :) Tracklist: Sasha - Wavy Gravy Sasha - Vapourtra…
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Kendrick Lamar diss reaction, did he BURRY Drake or FLOP!? Euphoria rap beef
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Kendrick Lamar diss reaction, did he BURRY Drake or FLOP!? Euphoria rap beef Available on all podcast streaming services: https://thehighestpointpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehighestpointpodcast Support the show: https://www.cash.app/$highestpointent https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/highestpointpodcast #drake #kendr…
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Joe Biden is cutting a deal with Mexico's president to slow down illegal border crossings. But is Biden serious? Of course not. It's just a temporary scheme to win in November. As Vivek Ramaswamy explains, and open border and zero voter ID rules are central, mutually supporting pieces of the Democrat plan for permanent power. Yet incredibly, Republ…
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In the midst of insane (and inane) protesting and House Republicans turning on each other, young men on their college campus defended the flag and stood up for America. Charlie reacts and wakes listeners up to the possibility that Gaza refugees could be in their hometowns very soon. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Support the show: http…
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Most Improved and Least Improved in the AFC
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The Dream Team returns to Tom Brady’s roast, Bo Nix’s backpack, and which teams improved and didn’t in the AFC. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Nora Princiotti, Austin Gayle, and Steven Ruiz Producer: Stefan Anderson Addi…
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Brand New Dynasty Rookie Rankings And Tiers (Post NFL Draft) | Dynasty Points
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The dynasty landscape has changed after almost 20 hours of live draft coverage. Dynasty Points comes back with New Dynasty Rookie Rankings after the NFL Draft. Getting ready for your startup drafts and already running rookie drafts are Jakob Sanderson and Thomas Tipple, and filling in for Lucas this week is guest Ryan Heath. Fantasy Points is alway…
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