Best The Good Fruit Pod Podcasts (2024)

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Ris goes solo AGAIN, Leviticus pt. 2 49:52

22d ago49:52

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Send us a Text Message. We getting down to the nitty-gritty of Leviticus!! Another solo episode with Ris, where we finish out the final book of our Big Four series by looking into the sexual practices of the Egyptians and Canaanites that God prohibited the Israelites from replicating in the slightest. TW: religious trauma, sexual misconduct, incest…

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Ep. 107: First-Fruits Of Salvation! 40:49

14h ago40:49

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In the one hundred and seventh episode of Reborn Report we continue our series entitled “How To Obtain Supernatural Healing!” (See link below for playlist with all the other videos on this topic). Today we discuss what the first-fruits of salvation are, or in other words what does the Bible tell us are the blessings of being a Christian for us here…

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LA earns 5 new Michelin stars. Plus, Tim Walz is a foodie, Pete Wells yells at clouds, and Part 2 of our interview with Botanica's Heather Sperling. 1:51:08

4d ago1:51:08

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Michelin held its 2024 California Guide Ceremony earlier this week, and it’s fair to say that LA restaurants fared rather well. Jordan Kahn’s Vespertine earned back its 2 stars, Holbox, Uka and Meteora earned their first, and LA also dominated the list of new Bib Gourmands. But, like I ask my therapist on a weekly basis, what does it all mean? Fath…

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Ep. 106: Jesus Finished Our Complete Redemption...Spirit, Soul, & BODY! 53:59

8d ago53:59

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In the one hundred and sixth episode of Reborn Report we continue our series entitled “How To Obtain Supernatural Healing!” (See link below for playlist with all the other videos on this topic). Today we discuss how Jesus's redemption was complete and how that does include healing. This means that while our sins our washed away, Jesus also bore and…

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The gourmand's guide to visiting (or hosting visitors in) LA. Plus, Botanica's Heather Sperling on her unique journey and the state of food media. 1:48:34

12d ago1:48:34

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We’re joined on the pod today by none other than Father Sal. As you know, dear listener, Father Sal doesn’t actually live in Los Angeles, but when he does visit our city, which happens often, he always comes prepared with the most thorough itineraries humankind has ever seen. If planning were an Olympic sport, Father Sal would take home gold, silve…

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Hot girls eat pickles, with Leah Marcus and Yasaman Bakhtiar of Good Girl Snacks. Plus, it's rainin' taco guides as we pick up the pieces of the Esparza-Villa's fallout. 1:32:16

19d ago1:32:16

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We’re joined today by Leah Marcus and Yasaman Bakhtiar, the co-founders of Good Girl Snacks, a company you might be familiar with if you’ve come across their viral Hot Girl Pickles on your social media feed. Yasaman and Leah join us to share their story of ditching their day jobs as recent grads to start a pickle company with a Gen Z twist. We’re a…

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Ep. 105: Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People? 1:10:28

24d ago1:10:28

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In the one hundred and fifth episode of Reborn Report we continue our series entitled “How To Obtain Supernatural Healing!” (See link below for playlist with all the other videos on this topic). Today we spend a moment to reflect on the current affairs that are happening in the US. We also answer the question of why there is so much pain and suffer…

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Bill Esparza vs. Villa's Tacos. Plus, why New Zealand real fruit ice cream is the sweet treat of the summer. With Creamy Boys' Duncan Parsons and Joe Wedd. 1:41:14

25d ago1:41:14

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This week, legendary LA food writer Bill Esparza made waves when he dropped a scathing review of Villa’s Tacos on his Instagram stories. The review had been building for weeks, if not more than a year, and its Kendrick-style intensity left all of Los Angeles talking. Father Sal is with us today to dive deep into the situation, including what led to…

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Ris Goes Solo on Leviticus pt. 1 41:06

1M ago41:06

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Send us a Text Message. Ris messed up... and now y'all gotta listen to them talk about the fundamentals of Leviticus by themselves. But, on the bright side, we are on our final book of the Big 4 series! This episode we'll be working our way through all the basics you need to know in order to understand out argument for debunking Leviticus.…

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Baroo is the LA Times' Restaurant of the Year. Plus, Eater's Mona Holmes on what makes LA food (and food media) great. 1:54:14

1M ago1:54:14

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Father Sal is with us today to talk about the LA Times’ 2024 Restaurant of the Year Baroo. We break down what the award means, why it’s significant, and why we are so excited for our upcoming meal at this very special restaurant. We also talk about the LA Times’ Gold Award winner, the rise of non-alcoholic beer, and the sudden closure of Rampart Vi…

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1 Timothy, Paul, and Sorcery?! pt. 2 59:54

1M ago59:54

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Send us a Text Message. The second part of the discussion of 1 Timothy 1:8-11! Care and Ris truly dive into the history and meat of this passage and explore what should be the fuel behind our fruit-bearing actions as Christians.By The Good Fruit Pod

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Ep. 104: Is Healing Included In Redemption? 38:39

1M ago38:39

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In the one hundred and fourth episode of Reborn Report we continue our series entitled “How To Obtain Supernatural Healing!” (See link below for playlist with all the other videos on this topic). Today we recap our study this far and discuss whether healing is included in the complete redemptive work of Jesus. Thank you for liking, commenting, and …

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The Bear Season 3 Recap - Part 2. Plus, service fees here to stay, street vendors win big, and Gorilla Pies needs our help. 1:18:11

1M ago1:18:11

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Part 2 of our The Bear Season 3 recap. Father Sal is with us to break down episodes 6-10. If you listened to Part 1 on Monday, you'll know that we weren't too sweet on episodes 1-5. Did the second half of the season change our opinion? Not exactly, but keep listening to find out where exactly we feel the show got lost in the sauce, and most importa…

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1 Timothy, Paul, and Sorcery?! 41:55

1M ago41:55

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Send us a Text Message. We are debunking the third book, 1 Timothy, in our Big 4 group! This will be the first part of this book's review where we set the scene for the overall evaluation of Paul's letter to Timothy.By The Good Fruit Pod

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Ep. 103: Explaining God's Full Redemption! 1:03:59

2M ago1:03:59

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In the one hundred and third episode of Reborn Report we continue our series entitled “How To Obtain Supernatural Healing!” (See link below for playlist with all the other videos on this topic). Today we dive deeper into the types of redemption Jesus has provided to us as believers. We also give multiple examples of how the Bible foreshadowed this …

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The Bear Season 3 Recap - Part 1: Does it still have the special sauce? 1:06:11

1M ago1:06:11

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Father Sal and I recap episodes 1-5 of The Bear Season 3, which is now streaming on Hulu. Helpful links:The Bear https://www.hulu.com/series/the-bear-05eb6a8e-90ed-4947-8c0b-e6536cbddd5f--Get 10% off when you use code "LAFOOD" on House of Macadamias https://www.houseofmacadamias.com/pages/la-foods--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify…

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Live from Holbox: Lunch with Santiago Lastra, chef of London's Michelin-starred KOL 1:39:58

2M ago1:39:58

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Santiago Lastra is the chef of Michelin-starred restaurant KOL in London. He visited in LA on the heels of the World’s 50 Best ceremony in Las Vegas, where KOL was named the number 17 best restaurant in the world. He stopped by the City of Angels for a special collab dinner with Vespertine’s Jordan Kahn, and I’m really honored he made time to grab …

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How to Get Motivated to Read Your Bible and The Muppets 1:12:39

2M ago1:12:39

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Send us a Text Message. This episode we'll be answering a questions submitted by one of our amazing listeners! We'll be answering the question of how we continue to pick up the Bible, even when everything surrounding the subject may be discouraging, as well as ways to get motivated to read the Bible and learn more about the Gospel. Also hear about …

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Ep. 102: Creation Museum & Ark Encounter! 25:43

2M ago25:43

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In the one hundred and second episode of Reborn Report we are recording at the Creation Museum and Ark Experience. This week we give you a brief glance of some of the exhibits and information available at these two wonderful places in Kentucky. We highly recommend checking it out for yourself if you have the opportunity as it really does help bring…

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Top Chef Season 21 Recap. Plus, service fees live to fight another day, reservation resale platforms get the axe, and Luca gives vegans free political advice. 1:19:22

2M ago1:19:22

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Top Chef Season 21 is in the books. A champion has been crowned, both for Top Chef and our LA Food Pod Fantasy Top Chef. Father Sal and I are joined by Jessie Evans also known as Jessie Eats, and Daniel Wargo AKA Forking Around to recap the finale and the season as a whole. But first, a few things that caught my eye this week. An iconic LA fast foo…

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RATED R: The Nasty Church of Corinth 1:13:56

2M ago1:13:56

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Send us a Text Message. THIS EPISODE IS RATED R! Be ready to hear about all the sexual practices that Paul addressed in his letters to the Christians in Corinth, Greece. Hopefully, after listening, you'll be able to understand that the type of homosexuality Paul is condemning in 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 is NOT the type of homosexuality that we see toda…

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Ep. 52: Low Hanging Fruit 56:08

2M ago56:08

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Another Week, another round of dope conversation. Tap in with Trell & HD as they get vulnerable and discuss: The Pros & Cons of Dating at Work Top 5 Slow Jams to set the Mood Friendship Types & The Benefits of Each Plus an All-New King's Corner & much more! Table Of Contents: 00:00:00 Vibe Check 00:04:35 Workplace Romance 00:20:51 King’s Corner - R…

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What the James Beard Awards and World's 50 Best tell us about dining in 2024. Plus, is Little Tokyo "endangered?" And what the heck is up with Joey Chestnut? 1:09:41

2M ago1:09:41

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Kuya Lord’s Chef Lord Maynard Llera took home this James Beard Award this week for Best Chef California, and we’d like to extend him and his whole staff a heartfelt LA Food Pod congratulations. Today’s episode is all about awards. I’m joined by Father Sal to discuss LA’ showing at the Beards, as well as some of the most interesting takeaways from t…

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The Apostle Paul was an Extrovert 1:11:27

2M ago1:11:27

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Send us a Text Message. Telling Care all about Paul, author of 3 of the Big 4 books. It is so important to understand who Paul is, where he is, and WHY he is saying the things he is when evaluating the term "sexually immoral". So, in this episode, we're talking about what he was actually saying in context to Romans 1:26-27.…

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Ep. 51: He's A Good Man Savannah! 1:10:33

2M ago1:10:33

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Given that this is not only Father's Day Week but also Men's Mental Health Awareness Month, we wanted to take a moment to focus on the fellas this episode. Tap in with Trell & HD as they get vulnerable and discuss: Knowing Your Stress Triggers & Healthy Coping Skills The Pressures of Trying to Be a Great Man Taking Advice From Those Who Failed Plus…

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From Boulder to Bourdain, the many lives of Checker Hall's Gabe Kennedy. Plus, Infatuation pans Vespertine, the problem with "shoppy shops," and The Best Restaurant in Town. 2:02:03

2M ago2:02:03

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Gabe Kennedy is the all-star chef behind Highland Park’s Checker Hall. He joins us today to tell us his high-octane journey, which includes winning Anthony Bourdain’s competition show “The Taste,” co-founding one of the hottest plant-based supplement companies on the market, and uprooting his life in New York to relocate to LA and grace our city wi…

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Ep: 50: This Is 50! 59:50

2M ago59:50

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Thank You to Everyone who has helped us get this far. Thank you in advance to all those who will help us reach even farther!- PKP If you were looking for the New Episode on Tuesday that means you didn't know about our Watch Party this week. Which also means you missed it, which is BIG TRASH! lol All jokes aside, as people fighting for our slice of …

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THE BIG FOUR 1:16:29

2M ago1:16:29

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back and happy Pride Month! We are so glad you're here. We hope you all enjoy our improved audio set up and the new direction we're taking towards discussing more deeply the biblical arguments as to why gay is ok! This episode we'll begin dissecting the phrase "sexually immoral" found multiple times throughout the Bi…

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Ep. 101: The Types Of Redemption! 55:45

2M ago55:45

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In the one hundred and first episode of Reborn Report we continue our series entitled “How To Obtain Supernatural Healing!” (See link below for playlist with all the other videos on this topic). Today we discuss how Jesus has redeemed us as believers, and how this redemption is for our spirit, soul, and body (healing). Thank you for liking, comment…

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Lunch with the Infatuation's Brant Cox at Mae Malai (P.S. EEEEEATSCON is upon us). Plus, The Bear Season 3 trailer, mental health and burnout in the industry, and R.I.P. Always Pan. 1:53:34

2M ago1:53:34

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We’re joined on today’s episode by the Infatuation’s Brant Cox for the first-ever in person podcast in LA Food Pod history. Brant and I met up for lunch at Mae Malai in Thai Town for some wonderful boat noodles (and much more). We caught up about what it’s like to be BFFs with Chris Pine, where he’s been eating lately, and oh yeah, a little thing c…

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Ep. 49: Is This Normal? 1:05:56

3M ago1:05:56

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Before you press play on this week's Episode, MAKE NOTE THAT NEXT WEEK IS OUR NEXT WATCH PARTY & it's for EPISODE 50! SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL TO BE NOTIFIED HERE From Parenthood to Friendship, there are several behaviors we exhibit & experiences shared. Many of which we don't talk about because it may be too taboo. The question is however …

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Ep. 100: The One Hundredth Episode Of Reborn Report! 34:04

3M ago34:04

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In the very special ONE HUNDREDTH episode of Reborn Report we celebrate our centennial episode and stay tuned to the end of the video for a peek back at the very beginning of this journey! We also give a brief recap of where we currently are in our series entitled “How To Obtain Supernatural Healing!” (See link below for playlist with all the other…

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Fast Eddie: Can Eddie Navarrette save California restaurants? Plus, Something About Her blues. 1:12:28

3M ago1:12:28

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Eddie Navarrette is the Executive Director of the Independent Hospitality Coalition in addition to being one of LA’s foremost consultants in helping restaurants navigate the debilitatingly confusing process of opening their doors. He’s been at the center of advocating for restaurants for several years now, helping shape much needed policies for boo…

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Ep. 48: Emotional Intimacy 58:34

3M ago58:34

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Back with another dope episode! Tap in with Trell Maurice & Hungry HD as we discuss: Mental Health Awareness Where "Momma Knows Best" can actually lead to the worst. Emotional Intimacy & it's importance in a relationship. Plus another New King's Corner & #Speak Your Peace HOW TO SUPPORT US:⁠⁠⁠ 100 Quotes Derived From Life's Lessons: Written by Dont…

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Ep. 99: The Curse Of The Law! 1:07:44

3M ago1:07:44

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In the ninety-ninth episode of Reborn Report we continue our series entitled “How To Obtain Supernatural Healing!” (See link below for playlist with all the other videos on this topic). Today we discuss how sickness and disease are a part of the curse of the law and how as Christians we are redeemed of that curse. Thank you for liking, commenting, …

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191. Pod Ween Satan: The Movie 25:41

3M ago25:41

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Nice to see you, it's been awhile! We're still over at the Patreon doing the bonus show and having a deelightful time indeed. We're now doing a variation on the show called Pod Ween Satan: The Movie where we analyze shitty movies (instead of analyzing Ween songs for 2 minutes then talking about shitty movies and our telling stories from our jobs...…

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Molly Baz and lactation-gate, restaurant finances dissected, and Michelin goes to Mexico. Plus, Top Chef midseason check-in with the hosts of Compliments to the Chef. 1:19:29

3M ago1:19:29

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A midseason check in on Season 21 of Top Chef. We’re about half way through the season, so LA Food Pod Top Chef correspondent Father Sal is on the pod to dissect the highs, lows and everything in between. We’re also joined by two of my new favorite people - Bits Nicholas and Nancy DaSilva, the hosts of Compliments to the Chef, the must-listen Top C…

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Ep. 47: Think It Through 54:33

3M ago54:33

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Apologies on the delay of the Audio this week. We decided to test out the release dates to see what generates higher engagement. Enough of the technical bts stuff though. Let's start the weekend off right and get into this New Episode!Table Of Contents00:00:00 New Vibe Check 00:02:19 Bet On Yourself 00:06:00 Romance Reality 00:13:54 Kings Corner 00…

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Ep. 98: The Covenant Of Healing! 1:06:02

3M ago1:06:02

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In the ninety-eighth episode of Reborn Report we continue our series entitled “How To Obtain Supernatural Healing!” (See link below for playlist with all the other videos on this topic). Today we discuss God's covenant of healing that He made with us in both the old and new testaments. Thank you for liking, commenting, and subscribing! God bless yo…

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Bill Esparza on his journey, "taco bros," David Chang and much, much more. Plus, World's 50 Best recognizes Kato, 5 So Cal restaurants added to the Michelin Guide, and Sweetgreen embraces beef. 1:49:50

3M ago1:49:50

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We’re joined by none other than Bill Esparza, the legendary award-winning writer, author, TV fixer and saxophonist. Maybe you’ve read his reporting at Eater, maybe you’ve eaten at one of his many finds, or maybe you’ve seen him on shows like Somebody Feed Phil. Regardless of where you know him from, Bill’s one of the most essential voices in LA foo…

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Ep. 46: Just Start Already ft. Brendan Boyd 1:01:37

3M ago1:01:37

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Did You Miss Us?! We definitely missed you. Plenty has been brewing and we'll get into that over time. For now though we are happy the mini-break is over and ready to make this next year of PKP even better! Speaking of leveling the pod up for year 2, we figure it's only right we kick things off by inviting a pro in the space to the blue chair this …

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Care's Total Takeover!!! 1:10:39

3M ago1:10:39

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Send us a Text Message. The word "lesbian", judgement in the queer, lesbian, and Christian communities, and CARE COMING OUT?! Also, sound effects!! Hear it all in Care's Total Takeover of the Good Fruit Pod!By The Good Fruit Pod

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Ep. 97: Sickness Is From Satan! 53:27

3M ago53:27

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In the ninety-seventh episode of Reborn Report we continue our series entitled “How To Obtain Supernatural Healing!” (See link below for playlist with all the other videos on this topic). Today we are back from our short 1 week break and we discuss how sickness is described in the Bible as "satanic bondage". Thank you for liking, commenting, and su…

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James Beard loves LA media, the future of reservations, and serious questions about LA's croissant game. Plus, Chef Jonathan Harris of Linden, LA's most underrated new fine dining concept. 1:35:37

3M ago1:35:37

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We give flowers to the very deserving LA-based journalists and writers who did score James Beard nominations, including Gab Chabran, Daniel Hernandez and Noah Galuten. We also talk about what we learned from a New Yorker deep dive on the Wild West that is restaurant reservations, why Angelenos are flocking to two new bakeries that opened this week,…

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God and His Dogs (aka. us) 46:23

4M ago46:23

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Send us a Text Message. The continuation of our previous episode's conversation about things you need to know about the Christian faith, the gay Christian experience, and queer terminology! Thanks for listening, being patient while Ris figures out how to improve the audio quality, and going on this journey with us to spread the Gospel and make disc…

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Chefs of Coachella, feat. Eric Greenspan, David Kuo and many more. Plus, Sage Vegan embraces meat, Matthew Kenney still sucks, and Eddie Navarrette doesn't. 1:26:40

4M ago1:26:40

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Coachella is behind us, my friends, and your humble podcast host had the chance to descend on the desert to catch up with 8 amazing chefs who were out there serving their food to the masses. Today’s episode is a compilation of those conversations. I spoke with Eric Greenspan about his latest concepts, including a delivery-only duck pop-up you simpl…

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Lesley Gore and the Gay Christian Experience- The Good Fruit Pod 32:52

4M ago32:52

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Send us a Text Message. GMAIL!!!: thegoodfruitpod@gmail.comBy Marisa Vallejo

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Ep. 96: Where Does Sickness Come From? 48:05

4M ago48:05

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In the ninety-sixth episode of Reborn Report we continue our series entitled “How To Obtain Supernatural Healing!” (See link below for playlist with all the other videos on this topic). Today we how sickness is the foul offspring of father Satan and mother sin. Thank you for liking, commenting, and subscribing! God bless you all!WATCH ALL THE VIDEO…

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Yes We Cannabis: Wendy Zeng is the LA chef exploring cultural heritage (and much more) via food and cannabis 1:11:21

4M ago1:11:21

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Wendy Zeng is an award-winning chef and owner known around town and beyond for hosting cannabis-infused pop-ups, supper clubs and events. Make no mistake - we’re not talking about stoner food here, no shade to stoner culture. Wendy’s all about leaning into market-driven ingredients in the name of building community and destigmatizing recreational c…

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Syllabus Week! 47:07

4M ago47:07

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome! Listen to this episode to learn what this podcast is about and to get to know me and Care more! <3By Marisa

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