Best Christian Valdez Podcasts (2024)

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Contemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 3 31:17

1h ago31:17

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Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God…

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Episode 141 | Knowing God (w/ Jamie Harris) 16:39

2d ago16:39

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Join Jamie Harris from Satellite Gaming as we explore the profound message of Hosea 6 in this devotional. Discover how God desires a deep, personal relationship with us more than mere rituals and sacrifices. We'll dive into the importance of truly knowing God and how this connection brings Him delight.…

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BTS of an undercover cop: the ADHD brain and it's impact on work and faith 10:32

4d ago10:32

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What really goes on behind the scenes (BTS) as an undercover cop? Dale Sutherland, retired DC police Sergeant and current pastor, along with host, Kristen Crew, let the audience listen in on a conversation they had between podcast recordings about Dale's ADHD brain, it's impact on his thinking, his work, and his faith. It gives an insightful look a…

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S2E13: What Would You Give for a 2ND CHANCE? 7:05

6d ago7:05

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What would you give for a 2ND CHANCE? When you put your faith and trust in Christ, you’re going to get a 2ND CHANCE! The world will not have any authority to label you as something “less than” in the eyes of God because you won’t belong to the world any longer. You’ll belong to God! For in Christ, . . . † He has rescued us from the kingdom of darkn…

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Contemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 2 26:12

7d ago26:12

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In another first for the Thinking Faith Catholic Podcast, Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflec…

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Episode 140 | The Disciplines (w/ Radio Matt) 11:21

9d ago11:21

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Join Radio Matt from Love Thy Nerd as we dive into a devotional inspired by the dedication and discipline of Olympic athletes. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 9:25-27, we'll explore the basics of living a Christ-centered life, including prayer, quiet time, Bible study, generosity, and service. Just as athletes train for a perishable crown, we strive for…

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Contemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 1 40:05

14d ago40:05

40:05

In another first for the Thinking Faith Catholic Podcast, Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflec…

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S2E12: Do You Ever Wonder If God HEARS Your Prayers? 5:53

15d ago5:53

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Do you ever wonder if God HEARS your prayers? Sometimes we PRAY in order to check our “prayer time” off, our TO DO list. The paradox, however, is that we don’t want God to hear our prayers in order to just check us off, His TO DO list. How can we live with greater confidence that God HEARS our prayers? Take a listen and find out! You can also READ …

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Brett Salkeld and Stuart Squires on the Eucharist and Becoming Christ - Part 2 33:38

21d ago33:38

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In this part two of two episodes, Dr. Brett Salkeld visits with Stuart Squires about his new book from New City Press, "You Will Be Changed into Me: The Fruits of the Eucharist."By Eric Gurash

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Brett Salkeld and Stuart Squires on the Eucharist and Becoming Christ - Part 1 30:27

28d ago30:27

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In this part one of two episodes, Dr. Brett Salkeld visits with Stuart Squires about his new book from New City Press, "You will be Changed into Me: The Fruits of the Eucharist."By Eric Gurash

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S2E11: How Are You Doing at RESTING in God’s Sovereignty and the Sufficiency of His Grace? 5:31

1M ago5:31

5:31

How Are You Doing at RESTING in God’s Sovereignty and the Sufficiency of His Grace? Caring for the SOUL is more about WHO we are > than WHAT we do. If your identity is wrapped up only in your job (what you do for a living), you’ll never be able to rest because you’ll always be suffering with an “identity crisis.” How can you do better at RESTING in…

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Conquest Boy's Club Q&A Part 9 44:52

1M ago44:52

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Deacon Eric and Dr. Brett continue to delve into the pile of questions sent to them from the Conquest Boys Club at St. Anne's parish in Regina, Saskatchewan. This week: Drawn to darkness, Martin Luther, and...posession?By Eric Gurash

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Conquest Boy's Club Q&A Part 8 57:15

1M ago57:15

57:15

Deacon Eric and Dr. Brett continue to delve into the pile of questions sent to them from the Conquest Boys Club at St. Anne's parish in Regina, Saskatchewan. This week: Defeating protestants and knowing a silent Jesus.By Eric Gurash

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Undercover police cases gone wrong 28:16

2M ago28:16

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What really goes on behind the scenes as an undercover cop? Dale Sutherland, retired DC police Sergeant and current pastor, along with host, Kristen Crew, take us back to hear what life is like as an undercover cop. It's easy to talk about the successful big cases, but in this episode they talk about a few of the undercover police cases that have g…

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Deacon Eric Gurash with Lay Formation Graduates Gail Reles and Dr. David Kopriva 43:13

2M ago43:13

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Deacon Eric Gurash sits down with recent Lay Formation program graduates Gail Reles of Holy Trinity Parish in Regina and Dr. David Kopriva of St. Anne's Parish, Regina, to discuss their recent Commissioning celebration and their experiences of growth, transformation and spiritual renewal as program participants. We are currently accepting applicati…

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S2E10: How Do You Know Your Faith Is GROWING in the Right Direction? 6:15

2M ago6:15

6:15

What kind of person is your faith LEADING you to become? In his second letter to the Christ-followers who were suffering from persecution on the outside and from false teaching on the inside, Peter encourages them by saying, . . . † For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith, virtue. —2 Peter 1:5a Just like your measure of faith i…

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Marin Catholic High School and Curriculum Permeation with Megan Bridgwater and Chris Valdez - Part 2 45:18

2M ago45:18

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In this part two of two episodes, Megan Bridgwater and Chris Valdez of Marin Catholic High School in San Francisco, California, discuss the ways they have worked to integrate a new curriculum permeation paradigm into their English program.By Eric Gurash

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S2E9: How Does Knowing WHO You Work for Impact the QUALITY of One’s Work? 6:01

2M ago6:01

6:01

The “BEST BOSS in the World” doesn’t really describe WHO the Lord really is, or what He really means, to those who follow Him. He is so much more than what the world might term as a “boss.” WHO is He? And how does knowing WHO you work for impact the QUALITY of one’s work? We’re going to talk MORE about this, in this week’s S2E9: PODCAST EPISODE! Ta…

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Marin Catholic Highschool and Curriculum Permeation with Megan Bridgwater and Chris Valdez - Part 1 48:36

2M ago48:36

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In this part one of two episodes, Megan Bridgwater and Chris Valdez of Marin Catholic High School in San Francisco, California, discuss the ways they have worked to integrate a new curriculum permeation paradigm into their English program.By Eric Gurash

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S2E8: It was like Heaven was getting ready to take a DIVINE BREATH! 6:28

2M ago6:28

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It was the Day of Pentecost… Fifty days earlier, God raised Jesus from the dead. But on the Day of Pentecost, it was announced that Jesus had now been exalted to the place of highest honor in heaven, at God’s right hand. And God the Father, just as He promised, gave Jesus the Son, the Holy Spirit to pour out upon all that the people in attendance s…

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Spiritual Peer Support Breaking Stigma and Preserving Dignity Through Acknowledgment 38:56

2M ago38:56

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Deacon Eric Gurash discusses the role of core values in spiritual peer support as they are encountered in Emmaus Support Mental Health Ministry and zeros in on the value of acknowledgment. He examines the root of this value in compassionate listening and how it can be more deeply informed by the model of Christ in the Gospels and the Ignatian Spiri…

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S2E7: Why Was Jesus’ ASCENSION into Heaven, Something His Disciples Couldn’t Take Their Eyes Off Of? 6:04

3M ago6:04

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It was immediately after Jesus’ LAST WORDS to His disciples. After saying to His disciples that they would receive power when the Holy Spirit came upon them, and that they would be His witnesses in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth (Acts 1:8), Jesus was taken up in a cloud. They watched the whole thing. In fact, they strained …

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Conquest Boys Club Q&A - Part 7 40:41

3M ago40:41

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Deacon Eric and Dr. Brett continue to delve into the pile of questions sent to them from the Conquest Boys Club at St. Anne's parish in Regina, Saskatchewan. This week they discuss how a person can know about their vocation.By Eric Gurash

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Episode 139 | Gatekeeping Grace (w/ John Birkey) 11:35

3M ago11:35

11:35

John Birkey (Two Words Podcast) brings a message from Jonah all about why we shouldn't gatekeep God's love from people we don't like.By Love Thy Nerd

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S2E6: What’s So Significant about Jesus’ LAST WORDS to His Disciples Before Ascending into Heaven? 6:29

3M ago6:29

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It had been some 40 days since Jesus rose from the dead. Over those 40 days Jesus had been presenting Himself to His followers with many convincing proofs that He was alive! He was also speaking about the Kingdom. He told them not to depart from Jerusalem because something would be coming. In fact, He commanded them to wait for the promise of the F…

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Finding Grace in the Dark The Examen Prayer and Mental Health 36:08

3M ago36:08

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During this Mental Health Awareness Month, Deacon Eric Gurash discusses the challenges of navigating a relationship with God amid acute mental health struggles and chronic mental illness and points to the Awareness Examen as a particularly powerful tool for building resiliency and discovering God's presence even in our hardest trials. For more abou…

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Episode 138 | I Can Do This All Day (w/ Bubba Stallcup) 12:11

3M ago12:11

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Bubba Stallcup brings this week's devotional, as he talks about perseverance, resilience, and purpose.By Love Thy Nerd

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Episode 19: King Solomon with Special Guest Pastor Mark Valdez 30:37

3M ago30:37

30:37

By Bill Coffman

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Archbishop Bishop Don Bolen on Anglican and Catholic Holy Orders 49:28

3M ago49:28

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In this part two of two episodes stemming from Archbishop Don Bolen's experiences of the Eccumencial Summit of Anglican and Catholic Bishops, Bishop Don engages with the question of Anglican and Catholic Holy Orders and how this complex relationship has grown and developed over the years.

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Episode 137 | Pain and Joy (w/ CJ Burroughs) 10:22

3M ago10:22

10:22

Does Joy simply make life tolerable? Or is Joy a much more powerful emotional experience in faith?By Love Thy Nerd

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S2E5: What’s The GOAL You Really Want to Accomplish in the NEXT 100 Days? 7:16

3M ago7:16

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5-9-24: UPDATED & RE-RECORDED for better sound quality and a better podcast experience! Every day is a gift. No one is guaranteed tomorrow. How can we make the most out of the precious days we are given to live here on earth? We will be heading into the summer months relatively soon. Life and work rhythms will be different for you, your family, fri…

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Archbishop Donald Bolen on The Ecumenical Summit of Anglican and Catholic Bishops 54:32

3M ago54:32

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We welcome Archbishop Donald Bolen into the studio this week to celebrate our 400th episode! We'll examine the history of Ecumenical relations with a focus on the ground-breaking work that has been done globally between Anglicans and Catholics. Bishop Don will also share his most recent experiences gathering with other Anglican and Catholic Bishops…

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Episode 136 | The Illusion of Righteous Anger (w/ Radio Matt) 25:02

3M ago25:02

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Radio Matt takes a look at anger in the Bible to see if there is any true justification for humankind to hold on to anger.By Love Thy Nerd

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S2E4: Who’s Got Your BACK? 6:34

3M ago6:34

6:34

When we can learn to embrace the righteousness of God that comes to us through Jesus Christ alone, there is always a way forward. And not only that, the glory of the LORD will protect you from behind! There is no amount of good works, philanthropy, charity or service to others that can serve as a substitute for the precious gift of forgiveness and …

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Most interesting undercover operations: I barely escaped death 21:14

4M ago21:14

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What really goes on behind the scenes as an undercover cop? Dale Sutherland, retired DC police Sergeant and current pastor, along with host, Kristen Crew, take us back to hear how he just barely escaped death. In this episode, you will hear about his work with a dangerous group that ultimately planned his demise. They give an inside look at how he …

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The Four Pillars of A Coach On Mission with Thomas Wurtz - Part 2 35:10

4M ago35:10

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In this two-part series, Dr. Brett Salkeld visits with Thomas Wurtz, founder of FOCUS Ministries' Varsity Catholic program, to discuss his four pillars of Catholic coaching. They examine the natural goods of sports, their connection to deeper truths, and how participation in sports can offer insights into the human desire for God and the pursuit of…

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Episode 135 | Do. (w/ Aki) 9:13

4M ago9:13

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Aki joins us for Bible Thump, bringing a devotional from James 1, talking about the importance of obedience after knowing the Word.By Love Thy Nerd

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S2E3: What Makes Your SERVICE to Others Matter? 8:03

4M ago8:03

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Attending to the needs of the Lord, what He deems important for our lives, and what He wants to accomplish through our service to others, still matters in the world we live in. There was so much I wanted to do and get done, but learning to live life with only one kidney was going to be an adjustment. After donating a kidney to my brother, I struggl…

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The Four Pillars of A Coach On Mission with Thomas Wurtz - Part 1 36:47

4M ago36:47

36:47

In this two-part series, Dr. Brett Salkeld visits with Thomas Wurtz, founder of FOCUS Ministries' Varsity Catholic program, to discuss his four pillars of Catholic coaching. They examine the natural goods of sports, their connection to deeper truths, and how participation in sports can offer insights into the human desire for God and the pursuit of…

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S2E2: What Is The Most Important Part of a Servant-Leader’s PREPARATION for Serving Others Well? 7:04

4M ago7:04

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It could very well be the most important, high priority, HIGH PAY-OFF meeting of your day. It may cost you some precious time, energy and planning, but learning to be with Jesus is one of, if not, the first and foremost priority of a servant-leader’s preparation for a successful day of serving others well. Jesus hasn’t stopped calling ordinary peop…

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Episode 18: The Resurrection 31:34

4M ago31:34

31:34

By Bill Coffman

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Educating for Eternity with Dr. Brett Salkeld and Dr. Adam Dufault 38:03

4M ago38:03

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In this podcast crossover, recorded during a visit to the diocese of Columbus, Ohio, and first aired on the "Becoming Saints" podcast, Dr. Brett Salkeld sits down with Dr. Adam Dufault, Superintendent of Schools with the Diocese of Columbus to discuss his latest book, "Making Every Class Catholic."By Eric Gurash

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Episode 134 | The Right Kind of Active Waiting (w/ Amanda Souza) 15:06

4M ago15:06

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Amanda Souza of GodSquad Church brings us a message on the right kind of "waiting" - not doing too much or too little, connected to Psalm 46:10 and a few more verses.By Love Thy Nerd

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S2E1: What Makes It So Difficult to KEEP Our Eyes on The Lord? 11:25

4M ago11:25

11:25

You don’t need another distraction, worry or frustration. What you need, is a target! There used to be a television show on the History Channel called Top Shot. It was an American reality show in which 16 contestants, split into two teams of eight, would compete against each other in various types of shooting challenges. The winner would receive a …

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Holly Taylor Coolman on Parenting - Part 2 46:03

4M ago46:03

46:03

In this part two of two episodes, Dr. Brett Salkeld vists with Dr. Holly Taylor Coolman on her most recent book "Parenting: The Complex and Beautiful Vocation of Raising Children." Discussing her theologically and biblically rich approach to rasing children in the modern world. Discover more in Dr. Coolman's book "Parenting: The Complex and Beautif…

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Episode 133 | A Nerd House Divided (w/ Nathan Webb) 12:10

4M ago12:10

12:10

Nerd Pastor Nate shares a devotional from Galatians, inspired by a specific event and conversation from the recent history of Checkpoint Church.By Love Thy Nerd

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Holly Taylor Coolman on Parenting - Part 1 45:11

4M ago45:11

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In this part one of two episodes, Dr. Brett Salkeld vists with Dr. Holly Taylor Coolman on her most recent book "Parenting: The Complex and Beautiful Vocation of Raising Children." Discussing her theologically and biblically rich approach to rasing children in the modern world. Discover more in Dr. Coolman's book "Parenting: The Complex and Beautif…

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S1E27: What Happened The MOMENT Jesus said, “It Is Finished!” 6:03

5M ago6:03

6:03

Happy Good Friday to you! This is our FINAL episode for Season One of the “Deepen Your Faith, Renew Your Life” podcast. I wanted to share with you a quick word of encouragement: We can only imagine what happened THE MOMENT Jesus died on the cross and what will happen when He returns. This week’s podcast episode picture, is a picture I took on the M…

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Dr. John Jalsevac On Classical Education - Part 3 41:40

5M ago41:40

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In this three-part series, Dr. Brett Salkeld and Dr. John Jalsevac, headmaster of Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic School in Peterborough, Ontario discuss the growing popularity of Classical education and its distinct approach to student formation and education. Show Snippet: "There needs to be a space where they can read a difficult book and allow…

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Most interesting undercover operations: Becoming Richie Valdez the recording studio mogul 22:27

5M ago22:27

22:27

What really goes on behind the scenes as an undercover cop? Dale Sutherland, retired DC police Sergeant and current pastor, along with host, Kristen Crew, take us back to hear how he set up a fake recording studio and became into Richie Valdez in order to buy guns, drugs, and stop major robberies in DC and up the east coast. In this episode, you wi…

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