Best Adam Shaffer Podcasts (2024)

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Ep117. Anna Martin, women supporting women through gambling addiction 41:11

2h ago41:11

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Anna faced the challenge of overcoming a gambling addiction that threatened both her personal and professional life. To take control, she voluntarily excluded herself from gambling venues through a self-barring scheme. In this episode, Ron and Anna delve into the highly profitable gambling industry. “It’s a predatory industry with a predatory produ…

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Episode 523: Welcome Back, Nick Schwaderer 31:52

2d ago31:52

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Our illustrious cohost Nick is back from parental leave! We talk about life as a parent and coder, committing to Ruby on Rails, being coworkers and finding time for hobbies. I'm looking forward to recording with Nick again.By Elise Shaffer and Brian Mariani

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Nick "Jaws" Walls 34:41

4d ago34:41

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Nick "Jaws" Walls joins host Jake Murren on Episode 93 of Forged in Ohio. Nick is a 1-0 professional mixed martial artist who had an incredible pro-MMA debut at Caged Thunder 28: Fight Night in the Flats. In this episode, Nick talks about how he fought freely in his pro-MMA debut, winning via knockout in the second round, how his 13 amateur fights …

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Luke McMurtry 4 33:34

11d ago33:34

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Luke McMurtry joins host Jake Murren for the fourth time on Episode 92 of Forged in Ohio. Luke's a 6-2 amateur mixed martial artist and former Caged Thunder featherweight champion. In this episode, Luke talks about his performance at Caged Thunder 28: Fight Night in the Flats, bouncing back from losing two fights in a row, how he intends to win bac…

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Switch to Channel 2 with Andy Harriss 18:18

16d ago18:18

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Join host Donny McGuire in this addition to "Go for Donny!" as he introduces a new Podcast called "Switch to Channel 2," where listeners get an in-depth look at the lives and experiences of notable guests. This week, Donny sits down with the legendary Andy Harriss, famed for his extensive work on Top Gear. Andy Harriss shares his favorite moments f…

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Go for Donny! with Andy Harriss 29:38

17d ago29:38

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In this episode of Go for Donny! host Donny McGuire is joined by the multi-talented Andy Harriss, a stalwart in TV production known for his expansive work, including an 18-year stint on Top Gear. Andy shares some of the inner workings behind the camera as he helps coordinate key production elements for Donny, from camera setups to makeup and sound.…

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Episode 522: Mentoring Junior Devs with Adam Cuppy 39:42

16d ago39:42

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A recent focus of many in the community has been expanding the community. We all love Rails and want to create the best community possible. Part of this focus has to include early career devs. We need to expose them to Rails and mentor them into the senior developers and tech leaders we need in the future. Adam Cuppy joins the show today to teach h…

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"MB3" Matt Brown 33:17

18d ago33:17

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"MB3" Matt Brown joins host Jake Murren on Episode 91 of Forged in Ohio. Matt is a 3-1 amateur mixed martial artist who is coming off a win last month on 10 days notice. In this episode, Matt talks about the valuable experience of winning a fight on short notice, never going to the judge's scorecards in his four career fights, coming back from gett…

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The Marketing Mix Revolution: Navigating a Cookie-Less World 43:14

26d ago43:14

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Can you imagine a world where traditional marketing rules no longer apply and user privacy reigns supreme? Join us on Planet Amazon as we sit down with Jeff Greenfield, CEO of Provalytics, to unravel the complexities of digital marketing in a cookie-less era. Jeff takes us on a journey from his early days in brand-side media buying to pioneering mu…

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Jacob Toth 31:34

25d ago31:34

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Jacob Toth joins host Jake Murren on Episode 90 of Forged in Ohio. Jacob is a 4-0 amateur mixed martial artist who is coming off a 43-second win in the main event of Caged Thunder: NexGen Fight Series 2. In this episode, Jacob talks about all four of his wins coming via first-round submission, how he studies his opponents, if a Caged Thunder title …

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Ep116. Jackie Durnin, releasing trauma of the mind, body and spirit through neuro-technology therapies 49:02

28d ago49:02

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“There is always some sort of hope in the room somewhere. You just have to look.” Jackie has consistently explored different modalities and therapies to find effective solutions for her personal well-being. Her journey led her to become a certified Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) practitioner and counsellor, where she discovered not only emotiona…

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Switch to Channel 2 with Gary Shaffer 27:49

29d ago27:49

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Welcome to another exciting episode of Go For Donny!, where we Switch to Channel 2 to get up close and personal with our guests. This week, Donny McGuire is joined by the talented Gary Shaffer, renowned director, and cameraman extraordinaire. Dive into Gary’s rich experiences behind the lens, from the chaotic shoots on *Top Gear* to directing high-…

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Episode 521: Euruko with Muhamed Isabegovic 27:50

30d ago27:50

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EuRuKo (European Ruby Konferenz) is the largest and longest running annual Ruby conference in Europe, since 2003, that brings you all the good news about Ruby and its friends. Every year it takes place in a different European city, the location being chosen by participants. Today's guest is Muhamed Isabegovic, who has taken over organizing Euruko t…

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Alekzander Hazelwood 33:27

1M ago33:27

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Alekzander Hazelwood joins host Jake Murren on Episode 89 of Forged in Ohio. Alekzander is a 2-0 amateur mixed martial artist representing Ronin Training Center. In this episode, Alekzander talks about his passion for fighting, the two finishes on his record, when he'd like to compete next, his goals, and so much more. Alekzander has looked incredi…

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Increase Your Profits: Recovering Lost Revenue on Amazon FBA 34:43

1M ago34:43

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Did you know that overlooking Amazon FBA reimbursements could be costing you up to 3% of your revenue? Join us as we chat with Alex Ryan, co-founder and CTO of Refundify, who shares his expertise on ensuring Amazon sellers recover every penny owed to them due to inventory mistakes. Alex's impressive background in software engineering has enabled hi…

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Go for Donny! with Gary Shaffer 57:30

1M ago57:30

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Go for Donny! with Gary Shaffer Join host Donny McGuire and special guest Gary Shaffer as they take a nostalgic ride down memory lane, reminiscing about their high-octane experiences on the iconic show, Top Gear USA. In this episode, Donny and Gary dive into some of their craziest and most entertaining moments from their time working together, emph…

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AI Transformation on Amazon: Adapting to the COSMO Algorithm Era 42:54

1M ago42:54

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Neil Twa, CEO and co-founder of Voltage Holdings joined us in this riveting episode of Planet Amazon. Discover how Neil transitioned from product flipping to mastering Amazon's demand capture, utilizing his expertise from prestigious roles at Sprint and IBM. Neil's journey offers invaluable lessons for aspiring and seasoned sellers alike, detailing…

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Jake Digman 1:04:47

1M ago1:04:47

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Jake Digman joins host Jake Murren for Episode 88 of Forged in Ohio. Jake Digman is a "Master of Ceremonies," who has over 20 years of experience in combat sports. In this episode, Jake talks about why Caged Thunder 28: Fight Night in the Flats is personal to him, how "Ruthless" Robbie Lawler had a part in getting him into MMA, being in the movie "…

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Ep115. Mike Phenix’s narrative on professional football, cocaine and addiction recovery 57:57

1M ago57:57

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With a self-explanatory Instagram handler @madmikebeingmad, the former Barnsley, Salford and Southport player, Mike Phenix has earned an influx of followers for his genuine takes on life, mental health and addiction recovery. In this episode, Mike candidly shares his heartfelt story right from the beginning including personal tragedies starting at …

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Switch to Channel 2 with Rupert Smith & Dan de Castro 40:54

1M ago40:54

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Switch to Channel 2 with Rupert Smith & Dan de Castro In this hilarious and candid "Switch to Channel 2" episode of the Go For Donny podcast, Donny McGuire is joined by guests Rupert Smith and Dan de Castro, two veterans of the television industry who share wild stories from their careers working on shows like Top Gear. Rupert and Dan recount some …

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"Bad" Matt Adams 2 55:20

2M ago55:20

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"Bad" Matt Adams joins host Jake Murren for the second time on Episode 87 of Forged in Ohio. Matt's a 2-1 professional mixed martial artist who is set to make his LFA debut against Alex Marro on August 2nd at LFA 189. In this episode, Matt talks about his three pro fights so far, competing in bare knuckle boxing for BKFC, his upcoming fight for LFA…

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Episode 520: Backend Accessibility with Hilary Stohs-Krause 36:29

2M ago36:29

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In our last episode, we talked about Web Accessibility. But, did you know that there are accessibility concerns on the backend and in our interactions with our teams. Hilary Stohs-Krause joins the show to tell us more about how we can be more accommodating to our teams. Show Notes Simple writing "Disability Impacts All of Us" (CDC) - https://www.cd…

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My Amazon Guy, Steven Pope. Amazon's strategies on Branding, Image Optimization, and PPC 46:46

2M ago46:46

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Join us as we host Steven Pope, the visionary founder of My Amazon Guy, who has revolutionized the Amazon agency landscape by managing over $800 million in sales. Discover how Steven’s multifaceted background as a reporter, marketer, and educator has equipped him with the skills to navigate the complexities of the Amazon marketplace. Through his in…

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Cody "The Warrior" Wilson 23:12

2M ago23:12

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Cody "The Warrior" Wilson joins host Jake Murren on Episode 86 of Forged in Ohio. Cody's a 3-1 amateur mixed martial artist who is set to compete for his first MMA title at Caged Thunder 28: Fight Night in the Flats. In this episode, Cody talks about winning all three of his fights this year inside the distance, taking two fights in one month, how …

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Ep114. Jason Shiers’ The Infinite Recovery Project and somatic coaching approach 51:17

2M ago51:17

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As a Certified Transformative Coach, Jason emphasises the importance of a holistic approach to healing, integrating somatic investigation, and recognising the interconnectedness of body, mind and spirit. Jason was highly medicated in a psychiatric institution by the age of 10. As a child, he used food as a coping mechanism, which later escalated to…

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Bryan Clark 43:36

2M ago43:36

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Bryan Clark joins host Jake Murren on Episode 85 of Forged in Ohio. Bryan's only the second coach to ever join the show, as he's the owner and head coach of Apex Fight Systems. In this episode, Bryan talks about how he started coaching MMA, the growing pains of establishing a mixed martial arts gym, what it takes to be a good coach in this sport, a…

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Go for Donny! with Rupert Smith & Dan de Castro 43:42

2M ago43:42

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Episode Title: Go for Donny! with Rupert Smith & Dan de Castro In this exhilarating episode of Go for Donny! Host Donny McGuire sits down with special guests Rupert Smith and Dan de Castro to relive some of their wildest and most memorable moments from their time working on Top Gear USA and other thrilling projects. Get ready to laugh out loud as t…

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Episode 519: Joel Hawksley on Web Accessibility 37:53

2M ago37:53

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Joel is a staff software engineer at GitHub, working on user interface architecture and strategy. For the last several years, he has been part of the team working to improve the accessibility of GitHub.com. He also leads development of the ViewComponent framework. Today, he joins the show to teach us about Web Accessibility Show Notes Joel's RailsC…

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Dusty "The Warrior" Shaffer 44:33

2M ago44:33

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Dusty "The Warrior" Shaffer joins host Jake Murren on Episode 84 of Forged in Ohio. Dusty is a 2-0 professional fighter who is set to fight Abbas Abasov on July 13th for Made Men Promotions. In this episode, Dusty talks about the challenge ahead of him on July 13th, how he thinks he'll get the job done, his first two pro fights this year, what he's…

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Ep113. Director Gary Smith’s must-see comedy SkyFly inspired by his own sobriety 51:17

2M ago51:17

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Writer/ Director Gary Smith has been very open about his struggles with alcoholism and his sobriety journey. Through his personal narrative of recovery, relapse, and filmmaking, Gary demonstrates that recovery is attainable and that there are multiple paths to achieving it. Gary got sober on July 11 of last year. His latest feature film, SkyFly, wh…

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Go for Donny! With Adam Ferrara 29:00

2M ago29:00

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Don’t forget to check out Go for Donny! Switch to Channel 2 where we get to ask our guests some more in depth questions that you the listener want answers too. And check out the other new podcast called “Max’s Motor Minute” where Max Hillhouse gets to ask our GFD guests in depth questions about their love of cars. “Go for Donny!” “Switch to Channel…

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Switch to Channel 2 with Adam Ferrara 13:16

2M ago13:16

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Go For Donny! Switch to Channel 2 with Adam Ferrara Get ready for a fantastic ride as Donny McGuire, host of GoForDonny, sits down with the hilarious and talented Adam Ferrara for an episode you won't want to miss! In "Switch to Channel 2 with Adam Ferrara," we dive deep into Adam’s experiences on Top Gear, his favorite (and least favorite) episode…

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Mark "The Meat Train" Gordon 33:51

3M ago33:51

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Mark "The Meat Train" Gordon joins host Jake Murren on Episode 83 of Forged in Ohio. Mark is a 1-0 professional fighter who is set to fight AJ Frye on July 13th for Made Men Promotions. In this episode, Mark talks about his pro debut last February which lasted 14 seconds, his gym Revolution Fight and Fitness, his biggest strength as a heavyweight f…

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Thriving on Amazon: Dan Brownsher’s Path from eBay Reseller to Marketplace Maestro 43:55

3M ago43:55

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Ever wondered how to crack the code of Amazon Marketplace success? Join us as we sit down with Dan Brownsher, the mastermind behind Channel Key. Starting from humble beginnings selling men's accessories on eBay, Dan’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. He shares his evolution from reselling to private labeling and ultimately founding a full-ser…

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Episode 518: Live From The Rails Conf Hallway Track! 26:01

3M ago26:01

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While at Rails Conf, I caught up with several attendees and organizers to discuss their experiences. These quick interviews have been collected for this episode. Our Guests: Trevor John https://github.com/trevorrjohn Joshua Paine https://github.com/midnightmonster/activerecord-summarize David Hill https://github.com/Esmale Alex Mitchell @a_mitch on…

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Jack "The Ripper" Schaal 26:27

3M ago26:27

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Jack "The Ripper" Schaal joins host Jake Murren on Episode 82 of Forged in Ohio. Jack is a 3-0 amateur mixed martial artist who is coming off a first-round leg scissors submission win at Caged Thunder 27. In this episode, Jack talks about fighting three times in four months to start his career, winning all of his fights in the first round, who he w…

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Viewer Question - What is Transubstantiation? 29:43

3M ago29:43

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Send us a text This week, Steve, Keven and Adam discuss a viewer question, "What is Transubstantiation?" and why we as Protestants, don't believe this view of communion. Want your question answered on Coffee Time? Click Here! Other Great Links: 9Marks Water’s Edge Church Faith Bible CollegeBy Dr. Steve Roby, Pastor Adam Rastetter, Dr. Kevin Newman,

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Charlie "Oneway Manson" Payne 2 33:17

3M ago33:17

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Charlie "Oneway Manson" Payne joins host Jake Murren for the second time on Episode 81 of Forged in Ohio. Charlie improved to 2-0 in his pro-MMA career following a TKO win at Caged Thunder 27 on June 1st. In this episode, Charlie talks about what it takes for him to cut down to welterweight, feeling more powerful in his latest win, picking fun walk…

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Switch to Channel 2 with Tanner Foust 40:33

3M ago40:33

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Welcome to an electrifying episode of Go for Donny! Switch to Channel 2, where we get to ask some in depth questions of our Guests so you the listener get a chance to learn some fun facts about them. Today, we're switching gears and tuning into "Switch to Channel 2" as we sit down with the multi-talented Tanner Foust. In this episode, Tanner opens …

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Ep112. Holly Deane-Johns, lightbulb-moment transformation in ’Bangkok Hilton’ Women’s Prison 55:59

3M ago55:59

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Holly overcame her drug addiction during her incarceration. Arrested in Thailand on drug-related charges, she was sentenced to 31 years and served 7 years in the infamous ‘Bangkok Hilton’ Women’s Prison. Holly’s experience in a Thai prison was a profound and harrowing ordeal, unimaginable to most. ‘I was fortunate enough to get back and take advant…

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Go For Donny! With Tanner Foust 1:12:13

3M ago1:12:13

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In this conversation, Tanner Foust reflects on his time on Top Gear and shares personal stories and behind-the-scenes moments. He discusses the challenges of filming, the importance of trust among the hosts, and the mishaps and misadventures that occurred during shoots. Tanner also highlights his favorite episodes and experiences, including interna…

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Episode 517: Rails Conf 2024 Crossover: Off The Rails 29:32

3M ago29:32

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At Rails Conf 2024, I gathered several of our favorite ruby podcasters for a giant crossover episode! In this episode we have: Drew Bragg from Code and the Coding Coders Who Code It - https://podcast.drbragg.dev/ Julie J from Ruby For All - https://www.rubyforall.com/ Jason Swett from Code with Jason - https://www.codewithjason.com/ Joël Quennevill…

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Ethan "Hollywood" Shirk 49:57

3M ago49:57

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Ethan "Hollywood" Shirk joins host Jake Murren on Episode 80 of Forged in Ohio. Ethan is a 2-0 amateur mixed martial artist who is coming off an impressive first-round stoppage win at Ohio Combat League 29. In this episode, Ethan talks about how his journey in combat sports started, fighting without a team in his amateur debut, talking trash to his…

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Husbands, Be the Spiritual Leader in Your Home! 37:51

3M ago37:51

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Send us a text This week, Steve, Kevin and Adam answer a viewer question, regarding the spiritual headship of the home, and how to get a husband to lead. Want your question answered? Click Here! Other Great Links: 9Marks Water’s Edge Church Faith Bible CollegeBy Dr. Steve Roby, Pastor Adam Rastetter, Dr. Kevin Newman,

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"Mad" Max Metzgar 3 49:19

3M ago49:19

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"Mad" Max Metzgar joins host Jake Murren for the third time on Episode 79 of Forged in Ohio. Max is a 1-0 professional mixed martial artist who made his long-awaited pro debut at Ohio Combat League 29. In this episode, Max talks about the dominant performance in his pro debut, going through a 15-month layoff, finding something worthwhile to do in l…

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Catholic Man, Catholic Speech - The Harrison Butker Controversy. 34:35

3M ago34:35

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Send us a text This week, Steve, Kevin and Adam dig into the controversial speech given by Harrison Butker, the kicker for the Kansas City Chiefs. But should it really be controversial?? Want your question answered? Click Here! Other Great Links: 9Marks Water’s Edge Church Faith Bible CollegeBy Dr. Steve Roby, Pastor Adam Rastetter, Dr. Kevin Newman,

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Ep111. Scott Bellinger, combatting the stigma of addiction through ‘Experience Strength’ 47:44

4M ago47:44

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Scotty is the founder of Experience Strength, a platform dedicated to sharing his journey and insights to combat the stigma associated with addiction. His sole intention is to inspire and empower others through his personal experiences, resilience, and strength. Nine months ago, Scotty was in very ‘dark places’. Today, he is not only a business own…

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Tea Time - Q&A With Pastors Wives - Part 2 1:01:14

4M ago1:01:14

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Send us a text This week, Kathleen brings on Krystal Rastetter and Lisa Roby to answer question, that you the viewers submitted! Want your question answered on Tea Time? Click Here Great Links: 9Marks Water’s Edge Church Faith Bible CollegeBy Kathleen Riccio, Lisa Roby, Krystal Rastetter

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JT Isenberg 37:30

4M ago37:30

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JT Isenberg joins host Jake Murren for Episode 78 of Forged in Ohio. JT's a 3-1 amateur mixed martial artist who has an upcoming Bizzaro Promotions Lightweight title fight on August 3rd against Devon Watkins. In this episode, JT talks about how backyard fighting sparked his interest into MMA, winning three in a row after losing his amateur debut, w…

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Episode 516: Catching Up On The Rails Foundation with Amanda Perino 32:28

4M ago32:28

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Over the last year, the Rails Foundation has been hard at work on several initiatives. After a successful Rails World last year, they’ve been working on the program for this year’s Rails World in Toronto. The Rails Foundation has also been working on several other initiatives that are very important to our community. Amanda Perino, Executive Direct…

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