Best Chris Messina Podcasts (2024)

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Navigating New Horizons: From Military Missions to Financial Visions 1:02:16

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Send us a text Discover the world of military life, personal finance, and the art of transitioning to civilian life with our captivating guests, Joey Laswell and Cameron Bolts. Joey, a certified financial social worker and ex-Air Force member, marries his passion for personal finance and social work, providing invaluable insights into the psycholog…

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Ep. 242: Mark & Rabbi Erica Gerson. How can we serve the 'stranger?' 30:32

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How can we serve the 'stranger'? Mark and Rabbi Erica Gerson are excellent examples of selflessly serving those not of their faith alongside missionaries who are not of their faith. They discuss the charitable work they do to help people in Africa receive the medical care that they need.Mark Gerson is a co-founder of African Mission Healthcare and …

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Ep. 241: Imam Azhar Subedar. Why is it so important to understand other religions? 30:28

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Why is it so important to understand other religions? Imam Azhar Subedar discusses the problems that can be created when we only focus on stereotypes and ignore real people, and shares how he has worked to change some of the negative perceptions about his faith.Azhar Subedar has served as an Imam of multiple Masjids, currently serves as Imam of IAC…

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Ep. 240: Kelly James Clark. How can we love the 'outgroup?' 28:16

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How can we love the outgroup? Kelly James Clark talks about the difficulties of loving those who are different than us, and shares stories of when his neighbors helped him develop that love.Kelly James Clark is currently Senior Research Fellow at the Kaufman Interfaith Institute and Professor at Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, Michig…

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Ep. 239: Amy-Jill Levine. What does Jewish perspective bring to the New Testament? 28:50

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What does Jewish perspective bring to the New Testament? AJ Levine talks about her studies of the New Testament as a Jew, why she chooses to study it, and what benefits that brings to her and those she teaches.Amy-Jill Levine is a professor of New Testament and Jewish studies. She is a prolific writer and has authored many books about the New Testa…

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From Battlefield to Business: Joseph Martinez and Chris Benson on Veteran Entrepreneurship and Franchise Opportunities 56:02

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Send us a text Discover how two inspiring veterans, Joseph Martinez and Chris Benson, turned their military experience into a thriving business that empowers fellow servicemen and women. This episode takes you through their remarkable journey from the battlegrounds of Afghanistan to the competitive world of entrepreneurship with Troops Haul Junk. W…

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Ep. 238: Chris And Julie Bennett. How does our messiness bring us closer to God? 28:46

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Chris and Julie Bennett talk about their experience moving across the country, dealing with cancer, and fighting for family, all the while led by their faith! They speak to how we need to share our whole selves in order to know and be known, in order to heal and change with God.Chris Bennett is a writer and the pastor of Vintage Church in Malibu, C…

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Ep. 237: Jamal Rahman. How can we become more complete? 27:49

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How can we become more complete? Jamal Rahman talks about doing the inner inconvenient work of being a Sufi to become a more developed human. He also comments on his time with the Three Amigos promoting interfaith work!Imam Jamal Rahman is a popular speaker and author of numerous books on Islam, Sufi spirituality, and Interfaith relations. Along wi…

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Ep. 236: Arman Ariane. What are key beliefs in the most ancient world religion? 27:48

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What are key beliefs in the most ancient world religion? Listen as Steve talks with Arman Ariane about how he came to Zoroastrianism, what it is, and how it guides him to be more God-like. Arman Ariane is a businessman from Claremont, California who was previously the President of the California Zoroastrian Center. He is currently a council member …

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Ep. 235: Kathleen Messina. Can we see the divine in everyone? 28:39

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Can we see the divine in everyone? Kathleen Messina talks about ministering as a chaplain in the Harris County prison system; she asks us to recognize Christ in our daily interactions with everyone, including those we can't imagine ourselves having anything in common with. For her, it was those in prison.Kathleen Messina is the Director of the Spir…

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From Combat Boots to Entrepreneurial Roots: Joey Laswell and Chris Benson on Veteran Empowerment and Financial Literacy 1:01:48

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets to a successful transition from military life to entrepreneurship with insights from Air Force veteran Joey Laswell and Army veteran Chris Benson. Joey, a certified financial social worker, sheds light on the psychological facets of money management and the pivotal role of financial literacy for veterans stepping i…

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Ep. 234: Mark Glanville. How can we renew our spiritual practices? 29:14

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How can we renew our spiritual practices? Mark Glanville talks "Improvising Church", his most recent book, with ideas ranging from the need for a 'leader-full' community to how we can best find our individual gifts from God. Mark shares insights about the flexibility and creativity encouraged by both faith and jazz traditions and highlights the sig…

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Ep. 233 William G. Carter. Does jazz music have a place in church? 29:00

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Does jazz music have a place in church? Join Steve and William G. Carter as they talk about community, improvisation, and - that's right - jazz! Carter's journey highlights how God opens unexpected doors, integrating his musical talents with his ministry. He shares insights from his book 'Thriving on a Riff', exploring the communal aspects of jazz …

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Ep. 232: Mary Lahaj. Is it ever too late to learn more about your faith? 27:57

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Is it ever too late to learn more about your faith? Join Mary Lahaj as she tells Steve about her experience turning to God during a low point in her life. After growing up having not learned much about Islam, her family's religion, she tells about her journey to learning more.Mary Lahaj currently lives in Lowell, Massachusetts, and works as a profe…

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Ep. 231: Justin Brierley. How can we approach faith with the head and the heart? 29:05

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How can we approach faith with the head and heart? In this episode, Justin Brierley talks with Steven about how he faces opposing views to Christianity intellectually and emotionally. After hearing so many arguments for aetheism, he shares how his faith has been shaped and strengthened. Justin is a freelance writer, speaker and broadcaster who crea…

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Ep. 230 Worship Music with 'the King will come' 54:27

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Mina Thomas Brett, Ashley Hess, and Isaiah Bailey from 'the King will come' chat with Steve about how their faith has evolved along side the development of their worship ensemble 'the King will come.' This episode includes 5 songs from the group, recorded live in the In Good Faith studios, and performed by Jake Hansen, Isaiah Bailey, Tamy Stevens, …

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Decoding the Federal Reserve: Joey Laswell Discusses Interest Rates, Housing, and AI 59:59

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Send us a text What do a certified financial social worker and an Air Force veteran have in common? Join us as Joey Laswell shares his incredible journey from tackling $20,000 in debt during active duty to becoming a financial expert. You'll gain valuable insights into trending financial topics like the Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cut an…

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From Military to Marketplace: Veteran Business Ventures and Economic Insights 1:00:13

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Send us a text What if transitioning from military service to civilian life could be your gateway to financial success? Discover the hidden challenges and untapped opportunities of this journey as we shine a spotlight on veteran entrepreneurship. We'll navigate the psychological aspects of financial management and share my own experience of paying …

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Ep. 229 Book Club: Henri Nouwen's Spiritual Direction 54:32

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In this episode we learn about finding spiritual direction through the mind, the word, and our communities. How do those three areas of our lives help us encounter God? Join Julie Goates, Steve, Josh, James, Alia, and Heather as we learn together.Juliana Boerio-Goates is a retired professor of chemistry at BYU, where she was named a Karl G. Maeser …

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Digital Networking to Financial Independence: Ken Peeples on the Power of Financial Social Work and Innovative Coaching 59:59

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets to financial independence with Ken Peoples, our special guest on the FIRE Social Worker Show. Ken shares his unexpected journey into financial social work, a field he discovered through LinkedIn Learning during the pandemic. The conversation reveals the power of digital networking and the growing interest in financ…

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Ep. 228: Holy Cross Abbey. What does the monastic life require? 54:28

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What does the monastic life require? Join Steve as he asks four monks at the Holy Cross Abbey about how they got there, what it's like, and why they stay.Father James, Brother Paul, Brother John, and Brother Efrain speak about the faith experiences that support them day to day and how they see themselves as active in the lives of other through pray…

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Veteran Financial Mastery: Dan Farnsworth on Infinite Banking, AI Innovation, and Building Wealth After Service 1:00:06

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets of financial success with insights from our special guest, retired Navy lieutenant Dan Farnsworth, in this episode of "Money in the Military." Dan takes us on a compelling journey through his distinguished 23-year military career, from enlisting in 2002 to serving as a cryptologic specialist and later becoming a li…

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From Imposter Syndrome to Podcast Success: Amber Dietz on Veteran Challenges, Paranormal Encounters, and Financial Resilience 1:00:22

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Send us a text Imagine feeling like an outsider among your own peers. Amber Dietz, co-host of the "Into the Weeds" podcast, experienced that firsthand after a severe injury led to her medical discharge from the Army. Join us as Amber opens up about her emotional journey from feeling like an imposter to finding her footing in civilian life. She shar…

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Ep. 227: Joan Burda. How can we find peace in a busy world? 26:26

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How can we find peace in a busy world? Join Joan Burda as she tells Steve about her experience at a 5-day silent worship retreat, and why she goes back yearly--despite not professing a religion.Joan M. Burda is a writer, Anne Lister Codebreaker, and retired lawyer. She writes for online and print publications on a variety of issues including legal,…

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Ep. 226: Reverend Susan Bentley. How can we vary contemplative worship? 29:10

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How can we vary our worship? Join our host Steven Kapp Perry as he discusses silent worship with Susan Bentley. Listen for her stories on changing up her worship in the silence, in chapels and in hospital rooms.The Rev. Susan E. Bentley is an Episcopal priest, canonically resident in the Episcopal Diocese of Southwestern Virginia. She is currently …

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Ep. 225: Reverend Daniella Lee. What is contemplative practice? 29:24

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What is contemplative practice? Steve sits down with Dani Lee to talk about her experiences with self-emptying. Join them as they discuss the different forms of contemplative practice, and how community plays a part in silent worship.The Reverend Daniela Lee is the priest-in-charge at St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Provo, Utah. Originally from Roma…

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Ep. 224: Joan and Rich Liversidge. How can silent worship help us find God? 27:14

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How can silent worship help us experience the presence of God? Steve sits down with Joan and Rich Liversidge to talk about the experiences that led them to the Religious Society of Friends, commonly referred to as the Quakers. Join them as they discuss the forms and benefits of silent worship, and how they have encountered God in the stillness. Joa…

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From Tornado to Transformation: Constance McConnell on Navigating Career Shifts and Financial Empowerment in Social Work 38:31

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Send us a text Ever wondered how a natural disaster could redefine your career path? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Constance McConnell, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Financial Social Worker, (CFSW) whose journey into social work began after a tornado struck her town during her senior year of high school. Cons…

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Transforming Pain into Purpose: Adam Peters and Mark Messina on Veteran Support and Suicide Prevention 56:00

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Send us a text What happens when two veterans take their battle scars and transform them into a lifeline for others? In this gripping episode of "Money in the Military" on Military Broadcast Radio, we sit down with Adam Peters and Mark Messina, the dynamic duo behind QRF Up. Adam and Mark share their raw and inspiring journeys from military service…

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Bonus: Exploring the Obon Holiday 13:05

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Steve heads to the Japanese Buddhist temple in Salt Lake City to learn more about the religious holiday Obon with Reverend Jerry Hirano.

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Innovative Tools for Social Workers: A Closer Look at AI 59:56

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Send us a text What if you could seamlessly blend AI into your daily work as a social worker? Join us as we welcome back Dr. Marina Badillo-Diaz, the pioneering AI Social Worker making waves online, who brings a wealth of experience from her recent endeavors, including her hands-on work with ChatGPT 4 Mini and the much-anticipated ChatGPT 5. Marina…

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IGF Book Club Presents: LYM Foreword – An Interview with Adam Miller 13:06

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Adam Miller talks to Steve about the inspiration behind his 2013 "Letters to a Young Mormon"--his own children--and the reception this collection of essays has received over the past decade. Think of this discussion as a foreword to In Good Faith Presents: Letters to a Young Mormon, a reading of Miller's essays by Sam Payne, host of The Apple Seed.…

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Bonus: Interfaith Quiz 13:32

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Steve, Lia, James, and Alia test their interfaith trivia knowledge as they take Interfaith America's online quiz! How many answers does our team know?

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Camaraderie and Mental Health in the Military Community 57:43

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Send us a text Can the weight of financial burdens push our veterans to the brink? This episode confronts the harsh reality of veteran suicide and its strong ties to financial struggles. As a licensed mental health professional, I dive deep into the impact of financial strain on mental well-being and share the innovative efforts of organizations li…

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Humor and Hardships: Military Money Lessons 57:58

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Send us a text Ever wonder how an E3 in the Air Force managed to pay off $20,000 of debt in just three years? Join me, Joey, aka the Fire Social Worker, as I recount my financial journey and uncover the tools and strategies that transformed my financial life. This episode, "Money in the Military," is packed with insights into handling money while s…

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Ep. 223: Panel Discussion: What happens after we die? 54:30

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Steve hosts Corinna Tanner, Sudam Mane, and Joshua Rager for a discussion about what happens after we die. Corinna Trujillo Tanner joined the Brigham Young University College of Nursing as an Assistant Professor in 2019, after completing her PhD and a two-year National Institutes of Health Research Fellowship in cancer, aging and end of life. She h…

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Rising Above: Eddie Garcia’s Journey from Ranch Hand's Son to Army Leader and Financial Mentor 1:44:53

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Send us a text How does a ranch hand's son from South Texas rise to become a pivotal figure in the U.S. Army and beyond? Join us as we unpack the incredible story of Eddie Garcia, whose path from the Army Reserves at 17 to serving under General Joe Votel at CENTCOM is nothing short of extraordinary. Eddie's journey is filled with personal anecdotes…

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Ep. 222: Jewels Olsen. What do we experience at the end of life? 27:42

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How can we continue learning and healing as we approach the end of our mortal life? Jewels Olsen sits down with Steve for a conversation about the end of life and how we can approach it with peace and reassurance, and how we can honor those we know who are dying. Jewels Olsen is a chaplain at Applegate Home and Hospice in Utah, where she has a pass…

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Ep. 221: Reverend Phyllis Spiegel. How can we say goodbye to our loved ones? 28:15

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What is a holy death and how can we make sure our loved ones experience peace and love as they die? Episcopal Bishop Phyllis Spiegel joins Steve to describe how we can prepare ourselves and those who are dying for a process we all experiences. The Rt. Rev. Phyllis A. Spiegel was consecrated as the 12th Bishop of Utah on September 17, 2022. She is p…

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Uniting Forces: Financial Wisdom Meets Passion in Military and Social Work 1:05:03

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Send us a text Are you ready to combine passion with financial wisdom? Join us for an exciting episode as we announce the consolidation of "FIRE Social Worker Show" and "Money in the Military" into a single time block on Thursdays from 7 to 9 PM on the MBR platform, with an upcoming debut on Roku TV. Our special guest, Army recruiter Reid Quatez, s…

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Financial Freedom for Veterans: From Military Service to Million-Dollar Success 59:25

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Send us a text Ready to unlock the secrets to financial success as a veteran? Join us as we sit down with David Pere, who takes us through his amazing journey from financial missteps to achieving a million-dollar net worth. Discover how his transformative experience with "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" reshaped his approach to finances and led him to build a …

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Ep. 220: Marianne Bahri. How can a near-death experience help us heal? 29:23

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Welcome back to our mini-series on death. This week we are learning about near-death experience from Marianne Bahri. She speaks about her own NDE with senior producer Heather Bigley to discuss how her life was altered, and how introspective soul-searching helped her heal. Next week, we are speaking to Rev. Phyllis Spiegel and Jewels Chaplain to lea…

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Ep. 219: Martin Tanner. What can we learn from near-death experiences? 28:57

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Welcome to part one of our death mini-series! We are exploring near-death experiences, working with those at the end of life, and grieving a loss. In this episode, Steve sits down with Martin Tanner from KSL to discuss how hearing near-death experiences from other people have impacted his own religion. This episode is jam-packed with powerful stori…

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AI Social Worker Transformations: Embracing Technology in Social Work 1:22:19

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Send us a text Ever wondered how artificial intelligence can revolutionize the field of social work? This episode promises an enlightening discussion with Dr. Marina Badillo-Diaz, affectionately known as the AI Social Worker. Dive into her rich tapestry of experiences, from being a professor and researcher to a consultant and entrepreneur. Dr. Badi…

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Ep. 218: Dr. Alp Aslandogan. How does secular society impact our faith lives? 27:45

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Dr. Alp Aslandogan joins Steve for a conversation about his personal journey from Turkey to the U.S., his experiences with interfaith interactions, and how he integrates faith, science, and art under his belief in God. Dr. Alp reflects on faith, love, and compassion, as well as his commitment to fostering interfaith dialogue and understanding in se…

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Ep. 217: Dr. Carmela Javellana. How can we understand suffering? 28:23

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Carmela Javellana chats with Steve about the importance of crisis as an opportunity for growth and the universal nature of suffering. She shares how she came to Buddhism and the vibrant differences within Buddhism. Dr. Carmela Javellana is a volunteer assistant minister at the Salt Lake Buddhist Temple since 2010, which includes leading meditation …

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Ep. 216: Anne Snyder. How do we revitalize Christianity? 28:25

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Anne Snyder, Editor-in-Chief of Comment Magazine, joins Steve for a conversation about public theology. Discover how faith can transcend individual congregations and touch communities, blending spiritual and secular efforts. Anne shares her unique perspective shaped by her childhood experiences in outside the US and discusses the significance of pu…

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Ep. 215: Scott Warren. How can I be a workplace apostle? 27:28

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Can I discuss faith at work? Does my faith fit into my job? In this episode Steve sits down with Scott Warren to discuss faith in the workplace. Scott Warren also tells his conversion story and how he, and his whole family, dove head first into organized religion. He explains how this changed every aspect of his life... including his place of work …

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FIRE Social Worker Episode 3 FIRE Boot Camp Part 2 58:42

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Send us a text Follow-up with Reid Quatez on the FIRE Boot Camp Key Highlights: 1. Guest Check-in: - Reid Quatez joins to discuss his financial progress over the past few weeks. - Reid shares challenges with rising utility costs and confusion over past student loan payments. 2. Financial Overview: - Reid outlines his assets, including savings and c…

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Ep. 214: Rev. Debra and Dr. Welton Smith. Why should we answer God's call? 29:45

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Steven Kapp Perry speaks in-person with the Smiths. They each share how they were called to ministry and answered that call. They describe how to discern the voice of God in our lives, including how He has helped them and their children find a higher purpose. Dr. Welton Smith is the pastor of the Greater Evergreen Missionary Baptist Church in Las V…

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