Best Paul Meier Podcasts (2024)

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The Weight of Depression: Jason Magee’s Story of Struggle and Hope 1:00:00

13h ago1:00:00

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In today's episode, I sit down with Jason Magee, who shares his 15-year struggle with depression and weight loss, and then takes his first dose of a weight loss drug live on air. Jason, once an extremely fit college soccer player, now faces daily challenges that take a toll on his health and self-worth. He opens up about his emotional battles and h…

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Episode 80 (Trace That Place) 39:43

3d ago39:43

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David Crystal Podcast favorite David Crystal returns to In a Manner of Speaking for the September 2024 episode. The legendary linguist is back to discuss his new website, TraceThatPlace.com, which allows users to enter a British place name and learn all about its origin and history. You’ll also be able to hear the place’s (often bizarre, ambiguous)…

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The Age Dilemma: Regulating Social Media for Kids 4:19

5h ago4:19

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Why does regulating social media for kids remain an unresolved challenge? This episode discusses the significant age gap in congressional leadership, highlighting the advanced ages of key figures like Chuck Grassley and Dianne Feinstein, and questions their ability to grasp modern digital dilemmas. The rant covers the alarming spread of misinformat…

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Dealing with depression: My dark passenger, with Brian Murphy 32:50

8d ago32:50

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Send us a text In this episode of the Midlife Men Podcast, host Philip Briscoe sits down with Brian Murphy, a 52-year-old father, husband, and former sports journalist, to discuss his deeply personal battle with depression. Brian opens up about how his career in journalism, particularly his passion for covering hockey, began to lose its luster arou…

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The Nick Standlea Show: Conversations That Inspire 1:15

16h ago1:15

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If you like to ask questions, dive beneath the surface, and learn about fascinating individuals, you’ve found your home. Join Nick Standlea for long-form conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, creators, athletes, scientists, entertainers, and other brilliant guest experts. You can follow the show on Instagram: @NickStandlea A little bit about N…

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Thomas Perry, Author of The Old Man | "She does the most important thing -- she tells me the truth" 51:05

18d ago51:05

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Delve into the creative world of Thomas Perry, the bestselling author behind 31 novels, including the "Jane Whitefield" series and "The Old Man," which inspired the hit TV show starring Jeff Bridges and John Lithgow. Perry shares intriguing insights into his writing process, the importance of originality, and the challenge of keeping his stories fr…

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Dad La Soul: Tackling Social Isolation for Dads with Dan Flanagan 38:18

24d ago38:18

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Send us a text Dan Flanagan is a father and founder of Dad La Soul, an award-winning social impact organisation that focuses on tackling social isolation for dads. He shares his experience of struggling with being a dad and feeling like an outsider at mother and baby classes. He also reflects on his struggles with juggling his career, his father's …

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Episode 79 (Come from Away) 39:04

1M ago39:04

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Joel Goldes On the August 2024 episode of In a Manner of Speaking, Paul discusses dialect coaching with IDEA Associate Editor and successful dialect coach Joel Goldes. They focus on two of Goldes’ many projects: Come from Away, an award-winning musical set in Newfoundland, about the hospitality that Newfoundlanders afforded airline passengers stran…

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Dr Paul: "Health Influencers are Liars" | The truth on testosterone, nonnutritive-sweeteners, Ozempic, fitness, vo2max, seed oils, rapamycin, and carbs 2:44:10

1M ago2:44:10

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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of health influencers and the truth behind their promises. Nick Standlea is joined by Dr. Paul Rohdenburg, an ER physician, to help decipher the facts from the fiction in the realm of health advice proliferating on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Dr. Paul discusses the red flags to look…

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Don't hide your depression; it can save your life - Paul Howarth's story. 37:22

2M ago37:22

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Send us a text In this compelling episode, we dive deep into Paul's candid journey through depression and suicidal thoughts. For years, Paul excelled in his career, leading finances for a construction company. But beneath the surface, he felt disconnected, living a life that wasn't truly his. The facade began to crumble when he took voluntary redun…

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Episode 78 (Transatlantic and Old Movie Dialects) 1:12:08

2M ago1:12:08

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Barrie Kreinik Cinephiles and time-travel enthusiasts are in for a treat with the July 2024 podcast, as the topic is the American dialect known as Transatlantic, Mid-Atlantic, American Stage Speech, or Upper-class American. Paul’s guests are Barrie Kreinik (dialect coach, IDEA associate editor, actor, singer, writer, and audiobook narrator) and pod…

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Biographical Interview with Pastor Paul Yang – Final Episode of EquippingU Podcast! 43:09

2M ago43:09

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Pastor Paul Yang, who leads the Compassion Chapel Church in the Hmong District of the Alliance joins Terry & Alan in this biographical episode. He shares his experience of how Jesus helped him in finding his purpose in life and ministry and shares about the specific challenges of doing ministry among an immigrant population. As we conclude season 1…

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Battling Depression and Reducing Male Suicide with Mark Meier 30:15

2M ago30:15

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Send us a text In this episode, my guest is Mark Meier, the executive director at Face It, an organisation set up to help men understand and overcome depression and reduce the rate of male suicide. Mark shares his personal struggle with depression. In 2002, he faced severe depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, leading to hospitalisation. His …

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Next Gen Ministry with Michael Gilmore - Season 11 Episode 9 43:08

3M ago43:08

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Michael Gilmore, Communications and Next Gen Director for the South Pacific District of The Alliance, joins Terry and Alan for an insightful conversation about the next generation and how we can introduce them to Jesus and equip them to be His disciples.By equippingu

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Exploring Consciousness: Anil Seth on Reality, AI, Perception, and Psychedelics 1:03:13

2M ago1:03:13

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What is consciousness? How do we perceive reality? Will AI become conscious? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Anil Seth, renowned author of "Being You: A New Science of Consciousness" and a TED Talk speaker with over 14 million views. In this episode, we delve into the profound questions of consciousness, perception, and reality. D…

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From Bets to Breakthroughs: Mark Bradshaw's Battle Against Gambling Addiction 53:28

3M ago53:28

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Send us a text In this episode, my guest is Mark Bradshaw, who shares his personal journey with gambling addiction. Mark recalls his early exposure to gambling as a child through seaside holidays, and how his love for playing sports later led him to place bets on rugby matches. His introduction to casinos at 18 only exacerbated his addiction, event…

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Episode 77 (A Unique Path to Film and TV Success) 45:07

3M ago45:07

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Lukas Hassel Welcome to the June 2024 episode of Paul Meier’s In a Manner of Speaking podcast. This month’s guest is celebrated Danish-American actor, writer, and director Lukas Hassel, who has forged a unique path to success in film and television. Paul and Lukas are joined by film critic and co-producer of this podcast, Cameron Meier. The three d…

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Jokes, Judaism, and Autism: One Comedian's Journey to Understanding His Family, with Dave Cohen 57:37

3M ago57:37

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Send us a text In this episode of Midlife Men, Dave Cohen, comedian, novelist, and comedy writing teacher, discusses his relationship with his parents. His upbringing in a close-knit Jewish community in Leeds, shaped by the Holocaust and the establishment of Israel, lays the groundwork for a complicated familial dynamic. As he navigates adolescent …

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Refugee and Immigrant Ministry with Irma Chon - Season 11 Episode 8 31:09

3M ago31:09

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Irma Chon of Cornerstone Christian Fellowship in Hilliard, OH joins Terry and Alan for a challenging and encouraging conversation about ministry with refugees and immigrants. You’ll be surprised what a small church can accomplish with some focused ministry and be encouraged by the blessings that come with stretching ourselves to reach people who ar…

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Episode 72: Olaf Meier 35:17

4M ago35:17

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Scotch Malt Whisky Society ambassador and Tasting Panel chairperson Olaf Meier is a fountain of knowledge, driven by a limitless number of whisky stories and a huge passion for the Society and the wider whisky world. Olaf now finds himself celebrating his 20th year representing the Society. Despite having more than two decades of whisky experience,…

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Where Faith and Finance meet with Scott Kubie - Season 11 Episode 7 37:29

4M ago37:29

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Scott Kubie, president of the Orchard Alliance, joins Terry and Alan for a fun and practical look at the intersection of faith and finance. Scott asks: “If we’re not discipling our people in their finances, who is?” and shares how Orchard Alliance can help pastors and leaders disciple people in their congregation to be faithful and generous with th…

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Mastering Modern Etiquette with Myka Meier 1:06:42

3M ago1:06:42

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Myka Meier, a trailblazer in modern etiquette and the founder of Beaumont Etiquette shows us that etiquette isn’t just about forks and knives; it's a tool for fostering kindness, respect, and emotional intelligence in our everyday interactions. In this episode, Myka dives deep into how etiquette is more relevant today than ever before, impacting ev…

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Episode 71: Scotch & Sherry 30:56

4M ago30:56

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In this episode we’re going on a special journey across Spain, to tell the story of whisky and sherry and the wonderful synergy between the two worlds when it comes to sherry cask matured whisky. We travel to the oak forests of Galicia in the far northwest of Spain to take the creation of Spanish oak casks right back to the beginning, in the Cantab…

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Episode 76 (African-American English) 38:36

4M ago38:36

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Patricia Cukor-Avila The topic of the May 2024 podcast is African-American English, which Paul discusses with American Dialect Society President Patricia Cukor-Avila. Paul and Patricia principally listen to and analyze historic Black dialects in the United States, from Colonial days to the early 20th century. Gullah is discussed in depth. Recording…

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An update on Project Reimagine with Tim Meier 43:27

4M ago43:27

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Tim Meier, the Vice President for Development at The Alliance joins Terry and Alan for an update on Project Reimagine and One Alliance Place. Our conversation includes how the vision of our National Office team being part of the Columbus community is already being fulfilled and the ripple effect that is having in our Alliance family. Tim also share…

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Losing a Body Part: Hank Wise 50:15

4M ago50:15

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In this episode of The Nick Standlea Show, Olympic swimmer Hank Wise, a world-record holder, takes us on an emotional journey recounting his life after losing an eye and bravely adopting a prosthetic one. He candidly discusses his fears, the struggle of adjusting, and the power of resilience. Hank's stirring narrative revolves around growing up inf…

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Quitting vices to regain personal control, with Nico Morales 49:30

4M ago49:30

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Send us a text In this episode of Midlife Men, Nico Morales shares his story of resilience and personal growth, reflecting on his upbringing in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He discusses how rejection shaped his early life, particularly when his sister faced a life-threatening situation, leading to feelings of rejection and fear of missing out. As a chi…

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Episode 70: Paul John 28:32

5M ago28:32

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Regular listeners will know that we are fortunate at The Scotch Malt Whisky Society to welcome representatives from distilleries, who visit us in our Members’ Rooms, share some special samples of their whiskies with our members, and give us their insights and knowledge about their distilleries. In March we had a visit to the Vaults by Heemanshu Ash…

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Serving Strong with Professor Terry Powell - Season 11 Episode 5 40:06

5M ago40:06

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Terry Powell, retired professor from Columbia International University, joins Terry and Alan for an encouraging episode about serving strong for the long haul in ministry. We have a feeling that you will wish you could sit down to have your own conversation with Dr. Powell after listening to this one.…

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Episode 69: Flavour Journey with Kami Newton 41:36

5M ago41:36

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In this episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the flavour journey that takes place every time we uncork a bottle of whisky and then nose and taste it. It’s a process that the Tasting Panel at The Scotch Malt Whisky Society goes through with every sample that is presented for possible inclusion in a Society bottling. So we caught up with Tasting Pa…

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Divorce, Andropause and Other Midlife Challenges, with James Davis 27:52

5M ago27:52

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Send us a text Welcome to this episode of Midlife Men with Philip Briscoe, featuring guest James Davis, one half of the Midlife Mentors podcast. James shares insights into navigating midlife challenges, drawing from his personal experiences, including living abroad, going through divorce, and addressing the andropause, sometimes known as the ‘male …

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Jenn Curtis: Optimize for College Admission, Steps for 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th Grades 1:24:40

5M ago1:24:40

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Optimize the college application process. We provide actionable steps for each year of high school, 9th to 12th grade, to help students make the best college admissions choices. We meticulously strategize each phase of high school with Jenn, a renowned private college counselor, professional member of the Independent Educational Consultants Associa…

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Episode 75 (Loudmouths and the Sound of Silence) 25:37

5M ago25:37

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For the April 2024 podcast, Paul explores loudness, or the lack thereof. Just as he examined extremes of the human voice’s pitch and speed in past episodes, this month Paul discusses the extremes of volume, specifically looking at world records for loudness while reflecting on the rarity of true silence. You’ll learn what Guinness World Records con…

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The Alliance for the Unreached with Marv Newell - Season 11 Episode 4 32:23

5M ago32:23

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Lean in for an on-fire episode that will challenge and inspire you to pursue our Alliance passion for reaching those who have the least gospel access. Marv Newell is the author of A Third of Us, a book dedicated to raising awareness throughout the body of Christ of the 3.2 billion unreached people in the world. You’ll discover clear definitions and…

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F3 Nation: Forging Brotherhood, Transforming Lives, with Steve Cavanaugh and Ridge Mazingo 39:20

5M ago39:20

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Send us a text In this episode, Steve introduces F3 (Fitness, Fellowship, Faith), a global movement that originated in Charlotte, North Carolina in 2011. F3 comprises men who meet for outdoor workouts, focusing on camaraderie, fitness, and a sense of purpose beyond oneself. The workouts include boot camp-style exercises and running or rucking sessi…

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Brad Burge: Psychedelic Therapy 1:17:59

5M ago1:17:59

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In this episode of the Nick Standlea Show, we journey into the world of psychedelic therapies, exploring the use of psilocybin, MDMA, LSD, ketamine, and ayahuasca for treating conditions such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD. We unpack the efficacy of psychedelics for treating PTSD, depression, anxiety, and maladies. We also examine the potential d…

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One family's journey through mental illness, suicide, grief and recovery, with Tim and Sue Iorio. 50:24

6M ago50:24

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Send us a text In this compelling episode, I am privileged to be joined by Tim and Sue Iorio, who bravely recount the poignant yet ultimately inspiring tale of their son, Nick. Nick was the eldest of three brothers hailing from a Midwestern town in Ohio, a top-class student and athlete, Nick struggled with a mental health disorder, and the only pea…

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Including Single Adults in the Life of the Church with Jen Ashby - Season 11 Episode 3 36:13

6M ago36:13

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Jen Ashby, Director of Church Health for the Metro District of The Alliance, joins Terry and Alan to share what she has learned from her doctoral studies and life experience about including single adults in the life of the church. It’s an encouraging and practical conversation with insights that can make a difference in the life of your church.…

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CA Assembly, Josh Lowenthal: Shaping Tomorrow - Bold Ideas on Government, Justice, Social Media, and Peace 1:45:14

6M ago1:45:14

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California Assemblymember Josh Lowenthal delves into his forthcoming visit to Israel, the need for effective conflict resolution in the Israel–Palestine war, and his commitment to understanding the complexities of the situation from all perspectives. The conversation ventures into bills the Assemblyman has recently passed on critical societal issue…

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Episode 74 (Folk Linguistics) 39:20

6M ago39:20

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Dennis Preston Welcome to the March 2024 episode of In a Manner of Speaking, in which Paul discusses folk linguistics with dialectologist Dennis Preston, professor emeritus at Oklahoma State University and former president of the American Dialect Society. Often defined as the study or examination of language from a non-professional, non-academic, o…

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What Matters in Worship with Jelani Pinnock - Season 11 Episode 2 39:06

6M ago39:06

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In an episode chock full of both depth and laughter, Jelani Pinnock joins Terry and Alan for a conversation that ranges from learning to wait on God’s timing, to the Alliance Worship albums, to what Jelani is passionate about in worship and one thing he would like to change about worship. And oh yeah, Jelani calls Terry and Alan annoying and Terry …

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Episode 68: Blair Athol 40:24

6M ago40:24

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We were fortunate to have a visit from two of the team from Blair Athol distillery to The Vaults in February, for a special tasting of four expressions of Blair Athol whisky, along with a sample of one of the Society’s own single cask offerings. Blair Athol distillery manager Derek Younie was joined by Peter Milne from Diageo’s Whisky Specialist Te…

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Donald Hoffman: Consciousness, the true nature of reality, and the interconnectedness of everything 1:55:16

7M ago1:55:16

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Dr. Donald D. Hoffman offers us the chance to take the red pill, stay in Wonderland, and show us how deep the rabbit hole goes. In this conversation, best-selling author of "The Case Against Reality" and UCI professor emeritus Don Hoffman takes us on a journey through cutting-edge research that points to an interconnected consciousness beyond space…

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Making Multiplication Normal with Bill Couchenour - Season 11 Episode 1 35:29

7M ago35:29

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Bill Couchenour of Exponential joins Terry and Alan for a conversation about people being missional before missional was cool, making multiplication normal and breaking free from the magnetic pull of an attraction growth mindset that produces consumers to a multiplication mindset that cultivates disciple making.…

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How to Tackle Bedroom Anxiety with Shay Doran 37:33

7M ago37:33

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Send us a text Shay Doran, a men's coach specialising in helping men overcome sexual performance issues, shares insights into the challenges he faced and how he transformed his life. Initially, on the surface, his life seemed great, but he struggled with a bad relationship with porn and sex, thinking it was normal for every guy. It took years for h…

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Episode 73 (The American Dialect Society) 47:49

7M ago47:49

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Betsy Evans The February 2024 episode of In a Manner of Speaking is all about the American Dialect Society, which was founded in 1889 to study English and other languages in North America. Paul’s guest is Betsy Evans, the new executive director of the society and associate professor of linguistics at the University of Washington in Seattle. Paul an…

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Episode 67: Springbank 1:07:36

7M ago1:07:36

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In February, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society paid host to Melanie Stanger from Springbank distillery in Campbeltown, who visited our Members’ Room at The Vaults in Leith to tell us more about this legendary distillery and share a few special drams.By The Scotch Malt Whisky Society

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The Pastor Bio Episode with Pastor Mark Little Elk - Season 10 Episode 10 38:07

7M ago38:07

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Pastor Mark Little Elk of Cass Lake Alliance Church in Minnesota joins Terry and Alan for this season’s pastor bio episode. Mark shares stories of God’s gracious rescue and call to ministry and recounts stories of God intervening to show His love and sovereignty. Mark, compassionately shares what his hopes are for his Native American people.…

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The Importance of SAT and ACT in College Admissions 20:04

7M ago20:04

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In recent years, the relevance of SAT and ACT tests in college admissions has been questioned, prompting some colleges to switch to test-optional policies. However, extensive research and data analysis now suggest that this may not have been the best approach. New articles in the NY Times and Forbes reveal that standardized test scores are the sing…

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You're Sitting in a Chair in the Sky 5:29

8M ago5:29

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🎙️✨ Louis CK's hilarious take on flight delays hits close to home because, let's admit it, we've all been there. Complaining about minor inconveniences when we live in a world of convenience. ✈️🤣 This bit serves as a reminder of how we tend to overlook the miraculous surrounding us daily. From pocket-sized supercomputers to AI conversations, innova…

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