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With Arms Wide Open

St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

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Join us for St. Vincent de Paul Louisville’s monthly Podcast, “With Arms Wide Open.” This podcast will share stories of people and programs in the Louisville community. Our podcast strives to shine the light on people and services that are of value to our Louisville family.
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A podcast with your hosts Linz and Chris. Investigating the unknown, unexplained and unbelievable. From alien balls to the going price for a human arm, we have the answers if you have the questions. Cases of true crime, unsolved mysteries, the unexplained, paranormal and much more!
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Talking Strategy

Royal United Services Institute

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Our thinking about defence and security is shaped by ideas. What we see depends on our vantage point and the lenses we apply to the world. Governments, military and business leaders are seeking to maximise the value they gain from scarce resources by becoming more ‘strategic’. Standing on the shoulders of the giants of strategy from the past helps us see further and more clearly into the future. This series is aimed at those looking to learn more about strategy and how to become more strateg ...
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Have you ever taken a CPR course? If so, then you may have locked lips with the most kissed woman of all time (your mum.) But who does this face belong to? And what do France and Michael Jackson have to do with anything? Join Linz and Chris, as they paddle their way down the River Seine, offending every frenchman within a 5-mile radius, as we open …
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The author of such literary classics as Ulysses and Finnegans Wake, James Joyce (1882–1941) was one of Ireland's most celebrated novelists known for his avant-garde and often experimental style of writing.Philip Kitcher has taught at several American Universities and is currently John Dewey Professor of Philosophy at Columbia. He is the author of o…
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War. War never changes. But 'Mad' Jack Churchill, he changed war forever...with his trustly longbow. No man could match the sheer balls it takes to walk across the beaches with a similar arsenal to a 16th century conscript and do it laughing. Join Linz and Chris as the uncover the insane story of Britain's greatest madman. A one man war machine wit…
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Do you truly care about the homeless? CEO Jennifer Clark encourages us to build empathy for the unhoused population in this podcast episode. If you haven’t heard the news, Jennifer was promoted to St. Vincent de Paul Louisville’s Chief Executive Officer / Executive Director upon Dave Calzi's retirement in late July, who will continue to support SVD…
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John Maynard Keynes (1883–1946) was an influential British economist whose ideas on government intervention in the economy were considered to be both revolutionary and controversial.Nicholas Wapshott, author of Keynes Hayek: The Clash that Defined Modern Economics, shares his insight on why John Maynard Keynes Was “Ahead of His Time.”He joins us on…
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Scotland’s greatest philosopher, David Hume (1711–1776) was a key figure of the Scottish Enlightenment. He is generally considered one of the three main figureheads, along with John Locke and Bishop George Berkley of the influential British Empiricism movement. Although not well-received in his own time, his A Treatise on Human Nature, published in…
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Chris- a creature recently more elusive than the Dover Demon itself. Left to fend for herself, Linz connects with Canadian Comrade, Jordan, of the Nighttime Podcast, to talk all things Christophany- the appearance of Jesus Christ (not Chris) in the most unexpected places! #Christophany #paredolia #interesting Support the Show. Support us on Patreon…
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The author of such literary classics as Ulysses and Finnegans Wake, James Joyce (1882 – 1941) was one of Ireland's most celebrated novelists known for his avant-garde and often experimental style of writing.Michael Patrick Gillespie is Professor of English at Florida International University and the Director of the Center for the Humanities in an U…
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The Russian composer Igor Stravinsky (1882–1971) was one of the most influential composers of the twentieth century. His career spanned from the early twentieth century, when he composed ballets inspired by Russian myth and the era's revived interest in distinctly Russian culture, to the experimentation in compositional styles that followed the Sec…
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Ever laid eyes on a creature you couldn't quite identify? Ever seen three weird frog-like men kneeling by the side of the road in Ohio and thought, nope? Well put on some protection and join Linz and Chris as they venture down into Loveland in search of a mysterious creature-or three? Support the Show. Support us on Patreon…
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If you hope to learn more about the state of homelessness in the U.S. and what we can do about it, Kevin Adler's new book, “When We Walk By: Forgotten Humanity, Broken Systems, and the Role We Can Each Play in Ending Homelessness in America,” is a must-read guide. Watch: YouTube Kevin’s work has been featured in the New York Times, Washington Post,…
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Paul Dirac (1902–1984) was an English theoretical physicist and mathematician who was instrumental in the development of both quantum mechanics and quantum electrodynamics. In 1933, he shared the Nobel Prize in Physics with Austrian physicist Erwin Schrödinger.Sir Michael Atiyah is one of the world's greatest living mathematicians and is well known…
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One of the most influential American inventors of all time, Thomas Edison (1847–1931) is responsible for the creation of several devices that shaped the face of modern technology. Most famous for his invention of the first practical light bulb, Edison was also a shrewd businessman who bridged the gap between invention and large-scale manufacturing.…
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The third and final member of a chain of Athenian philosophers who would shape the foundation of Western philosophy, Aristotle (384 B.C.E.–322 B.C.E.) was a student of Plato, who would eventually go on to mentor Alexander the Great. Nicknamed “The Reader” by Plato, Aristotle’s writings on science, ethics, and politics dominated Western society for …
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Widely considered as one of the top musicians of the 20th century, Miles Davis (1926–1991) was a major force in jazz. He was not only a gifted trumpeter and composer, but also an innovator who created a nine-member band called the “nonet,” in which unconventional (in jazz) instruments like French horn and tuba were used. He also invented a style kn…
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What if one of the most famous musicians of all time, died mere years into his promising career? That's the accusation thrown at one Paul McCartney, formerly of The Beatles...formerly of this life? This outlandish conspiracy is one that has haunted the singer throughout his tenure in the limelight, and we need to get to the bottom of things! So joi…
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Best known as the wife of British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, Clementine Ogilvy Spencer-Churchill served as one of her husband's closest confidantes, aiding him during his brightest moments as well as his darkest hours. During World War II, she led the Young Women's Christian Association's wartime efforts and also assisted in the Red Cross's …
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Have you ever had one of those days? Well, Whitney Austin had herself a day on Sept. 6, 2018. In our 26th podcast episode, she opens up about her survival story during the mass shooting in the lobby at Fifth Third Bank Headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio. For Whitney to survive after being shot 12 times is a miracle in and of itself, but even more inc…
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Ever wanted to loose those extra pounds? Wanted to slim down for summer? Well pack up your slim fast and forget about ever counting another calorie because Linda Laura Hazzard has got her patented weight loss cure ready to go....you just might not survive the 'treatment'. Join Linz and Chris as they explore the worst diet program known to man. So s…
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Generally considered one of the most influential physicists in history, Albert Einstein’s (1879–1955) groundbreaking theories reshaped the scientific community’s view and understanding of the universe. He developed the special and general theories of relativity and won the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1921 for his explanation of the photoelectric eff…
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Hide your porch lights, because it's the man, the moth, the legend....it's mothman! One of the bigger cryptids out there, but what do we really know of it? Where did it come from? What does is want? Why does everyone keep drawing it with buns of steel? Join Linz and Chris as they look to the skies to uncover the truth of a big flappy boi, terrorisi…
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Yeeeee-haw, there's a ghost in them there hills I tells ya! Behold the tale of a rootin' tootin' bona fide ghosty boy terrorising the locals, and let us tell you...he's got the hump! Join Linz & Chris and they saddle up and ride out West to investigate a tale that will take them to the other side of the world to get to the bottom of! Support the Sh…
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Charles Darwin (1809–1882) laid the foundations of evolutionary biology through the process of natural selection, which he outlined in his seminal work, On the Origin of Species.John Darnton is a Pulitzer-prize winning reporter and best-selling novelist who has worked for The New York Times for over 40 years. His many books include Neanderthal, The…
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If you want to grow as a leader, then listen to Churchill Downs Incorporated President & COO Bill Mudd and Vice President of Corporate Communications Tonya Abeln open up about what they've learned as high-level leaders over the years. In our 25th podcast episode and ahead of the 150th Kentucky Derby, we hear from Bill and Tonya as they talk about w…
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There is a legend of a cryptid that comes to suck in the night, not the vampire nor the Mothman but...*whispers*...El Chupacabra (Spanish guitar strum). What is this beast, what does it want (spoilers: blood) and where did it come from? Join Linz and Chris as they stalk the legendary creature to uncover exactly what this cryptid is, dive into big b…
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Although some of his theories are still hotly debated, Sigmund Freud, (May 6, 1856–September 23, 1939) is widely regarded as a trailblazer in the realm of psychiatry and psychology. The Austrian psychiatrist and neurologist, who was allegedly the first to offer a comprehensive explanation of how human behavior is determined by the conscious and unc…
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Scarlet Hope founder Rachelle Starr used to drive past "Theatre X" everyday on her way to work without thinking twice about the sex entertainment industry. Today, she goes into strip clubs with home-cooked meals and brings hope to the women inside. In 2007, Rachelle founded Scarlet Hope, a nonprofit that shares the hope and love of Jesus with women…
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Best known for his Incompleteness Theorem, Kurt Gödel (1906–1978) is considered one of the most important mathematicians and logicians of the 20th century. By showing that the establishment of a set of axioms encompassing all of mathematics would never succeed, he revolutionized the world of mathematics, logic, and philosophy.Rebecca Goldstein is t…
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To conclude Season Four of Talking Strategy, we talk to long-serving diplomat, policy adviser and politician The Rt Hon Baroness Neville-Jones. With intimate experience of the functioning of governments and the EU, Lady Neville-Jones compares the respective organisational cultures and human side of strategy, drawing on lessons from her career. Paul…
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What if you just never stopped eating? This is a question that plagued mankind ever since the fringe was invented. For one Frenchman with an iron stomach this was very much a reality. He ate his way across Europe and even became the hungriest spy ever recorded. Join Linz and Chris as they pull up a seat to the table of Tarrare, the very hungry Fren…
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Arguably the most influential architect, designer, and urban planner of the 20th century, Swiss-born Le Corbusier (Charles-Edouard Jeanneret, 1887–1965), played a decisive role in the development of modern architecture representative of the industrial age.Kenneth Frampton is the Ware Professor of Architecture at Columbia University, and the author …
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Moshe Dayan (1915-1981) is a controversial figure in Israeli politics. Revered by some as a master strategist, he is criticised by others for his failure to foresee Egypt’s attack in 1973, and then for ‘giving up’ the Sinai in return for a peace treaty. Strategy-making can take two approaches. The first, ‘Deliberate Strategy’, is formulated and imp…
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Irish poet, dramatist, and prose writer, William Butler (W. B.) Yeats (1865–1939), is considered to this day as one of the greatest English-language poets of the 20th century. He received the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1923.Singer, scholar, stage director, producer, lecturer, teacher, and cultural activist, James Flannery is the Winship Professo…
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Hey mom, there's something in the back room...I hope it's not Tom De-Looooonge. What is To The Stars Academy of Arts & Science? Why is it fronted by a member of Blink 182? Why does it have a government contract with the military? And how did it end up releasing footage of confirmed UAPs? Join Linz and Chris as they try...very hard...to define what …
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What's it like to win a Grammy? Teddy Abrams tells us in his own words ... and his answer might surprise you. This podcast episode is powerful, especially for anyone who has a passion or dream! For the last decade, Teddy has been a conductor, pianist, clarinetist, and composer and presently serves as the Music Director of the Louisville Orchestra a…
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Marshal of the Royal Air Force Arthur Tedder was General Eisenhower’s Deputy as Supreme Commander for Operation Overlord during the Second World War. A quiet and thoughtful leader, Tedder understood the difference between war and warfare and carefully orchestrated his campaigns – including the transportation plan concerning D-Day – in an alliance c…
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Cloven footprints are found in England, weaving their way over long distances, through fields and...up drainpipes? What manner of beast left these prints and why might it be SATAN HIMSELF? Not to be dramatic or anything... Join Linz and Chris as they follow the prints to find out the true cause of this yee old mystery and encounter some Kangaroos a…
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Thanks to his groundbreaking work in logic, the philosophy of mind, mathematics, and language, as well as two published works, Tractatus and Philosophical Investigations, Ludwig Wittgenstein (1889-1951) played a leading role in the 20th-century analytic philosophy.Jaakko Hintikka was Professor of Philosophy at Boston University. Author of over 30 b…
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Pulitzer and Nobel-winning writer, Ernest Hemingway (1899 – 1961) was one of the most influential writers of the 20th century, whose simple, clear, and distinctive style revolutionized literature.American author Gay Talese is the bestselling author of eleven books. He was a reporter for the New York Times from 1956 to 1965, and since then he has wr…
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Qasim Soleimani was arguably Iran’s most important military leader in modern history. He moved Iran’s overall strategy from a direct approach to an indirect one of proxy warfare using non-state actors. Born in 1957, General Soleimani rose from a humble background to become a key commander in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. His experience of …
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Hey everyone; sorry we've had some major family things happen since the last episode. We will be back very soon. Please enjoy this classic episode from the archives to tide you over, and remember...the mic quality here shows exactly why the patreon is so important for upgrades to equipment lol. "An alien encounter, men in black, hypnotic regression…
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How do Legos help explain housing segregation? Louisville Metro Government Planning Supervisor Joel Dock shares what they have to do with one another. This is an eye-opening podcast conversation! On the topic of housing segregation, author Leah Rothstein and Joel are global and local leaders, respectively. They are passionate about what we can do i…
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José de San Martín gained his military experience serving Spain and fighting the French, sometimes with the British,meeting Wellington, Beresford, and Napoleon. Having served for 22 years in the Spanish Army, Jose de San Martin brilliantly led the armies that overthrew the Spanish to liberate the southern countries of South America. With naval expe…
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One of the most singularly talented pianists of all time, Franz Liszt (1811—1886) dominated the musical world of the 19th century. An unrivaled virtuoso who also composed his own music, Liszt laid the bedrock for the Late Romantic and Impressionistic schools that would follow him. To this day he is considered a musical genius who ranks alongside hi…
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German philosopher of the late 19th century, Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900) boldly and daringly challenged the foundations of Christianity, traditional morality, and other prevalent social mores. He was at the forefront of the existentialism, perspectivism, and nihilism movements that emphasized the importance of human individuality and freedom; d…
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Slick back your hair and pull on your spangled jumpsuit, it's time to investigate the King...and what really happened to him? Did Elvis really leave us on the 16th of August 1977...or was he actually secretly still alive? He has been spotted countless times since then, there has to be fire to this gyrating smoke right? Join Linz and Chris as they t…
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The relationship between Winston Churchill and his leading military advisor, the abrasive General ‘Shrapnel’ Alan Brooke (1883–1963), was one of the most productive yet tensest in the history of civil-military relations. This episode delves into some of their strategic debates. Viscount Alanbrooke’s relationship with Churchill was famously rocky, y…
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The Stargate Project was a top secret US project into psychic abilities and, specifically, remote viewing. Perhaps the projects most famous creation was one Uri Gellar, who went on to have quite the career as a TV and celebrity psychic...and Michael Jackson's friend. Join Linz and Chris as they open their third eyes (ew) and explore the mysterious …
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Generals Ulysses S Grant and Robert E Lee commanded the opposing armies in the American Civil War, each the greatest military leader of their own side. Products of the Academy at West Point, they were both expert tacticians and, most importantly, understood their sides’ strategic goals, limitations and opportunities, and led them accordingly. But G…
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Tony Cash was an outlaw whose story is truly one of amazing transformation! From the age of 11 to 49 years old, he spent an accumulative 36 years incarcerated and two of those decades in and out of solitary confinement. Now, Tony is on a mission to help men like him. You can also watch now! Watch: https://youtu.be/C9T2F19Br_Q Alongside his wife, Ki…
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