Marriage After God Podcast with authors and influencers Aaron and Jennifer Smith is a weekly show for practical, Biblical wisdom to strengthen Christian marriages. Learn to build intimacy, improve communication, manage conflict, cultivate romance, blend families, pursue God's purpose, and hopefully laugh a lot.Packed with actionable advice, engaging stories, and encouragement from the Bible, this marriage podcast will inspire you to chase boldly after God’s plan for your life together. Disco ...
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The church - and the world - needs people who are both good leaders and good people, who can inspire others and bring change while remaining genuinely good people. The world has too many who are good leaders but not good people, or good people who are not (or at least not yet) good leaders. Brian Harris sits down with Jon Bergmann, Jennifer Argue, and Aaron Chidgzey to chat through his book on spiritual leadership and formation, Stirrers and Saints, which covers these issues - and more. No m ...
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Film/Television Actress, Producer, Best-Selling Author and Entrepreneur Alyshia Ochse hosts an honest, humorous and inspirational podcast with your favorite on-screen storytellers and Hollywood influencers who reveal their most life changing audition tales as well as the survival skills they've collected along the way.
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Christian author and speaker Jennifer Hand loves nothing more than a good strong cup of coffee and a conversation where you discuss what it means in your life to live with your yes on the table. Jenn will chat with incredible Christian communicators about their message and how that message has come from living with their yes on the table. Each of us has fear that stops us, and we will dive into those fear stops and how we move into faith steps. You will laugh and maybe cry as we dive into li ...
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RERUN | From Commercials to Prime Time: Brian Thomas Smith's Hollywood Hustle
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In 2024, Brian Thomas Smith continues to enrich his acting portfolio with notable roles in both television and commercial projects. He's taken on a recurring role in the popular series "United States of Al," adding depth to the character Freddy, Vanessa's new boyfriend. On the commercial front, Smith's presence remains strong with over 100 advertis…
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3 Ways To Maintain Intimacy During Pregnancy
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In today's episode, we share our experiences and insights on maintaining intimacy during pregnancy. Having gone through this journey six times ourselves, we offer practical advice and spiritual wisdom for couples navigating this special but sometimes challenging season. We explore three crucial areas for maintaining intimacy: Physical Intimacy: We …
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RERUN | How to Bring Forth Your Best Creative Self, with Michelle Monaghan
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Today’s guest fits the perfect + poignant mold for our 50th episode -With thick-skin, an optimist’s heart and a realist’s mind, the incomparable Michelle Monaghan will tell us how being championed by her parents in a town of 700, mentored by Frances McDormand in the North Country and ending up on Constantine’s cutting room floor gave her the courag…
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In this unique episode of the Marriage After God podcast, Aaron and Jennifer Smith share a deeply personal experience as they face the threat of wildfire near their home in central Oregon. They discuss: Their current situation with evacuation levels and preparations The emotional and practical challenges of potentially losing their home How they're…
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26. Reflections on Season Two: Some Favourite Moments
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Join Brian Harris and Aaron Chidgzey as they re-listen to some of their favourite moments from season two and reflect on the helpful and insightful leadership lessons. They discuss what it means to care for people without being intrusive, creating a culture and inspiring vision, being set apart and working with others who are also set apart, the im…
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RERUN | Behind the Curtain: Jennifer Cooper's Mastery in TV Casting & Auditions
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BONUS EPISODE with Casting Director Jennifer Cooper. A true peak into one of the biggest television casting directors. Currently casting over five major network television series. Casting over 500 episodic shows, Jen knows a two or thing about a good audition or a bad audition. Acting is what got her in the game, casting is what won her heart over.…
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5 Communication Mistakes Christian Couples Make (And How to Fix Them)
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In today's episode, we explore 5 common communication mistakes Christian couples make and how to fix them. We dive into the importance of effective communication in marriage, drawing parallels to how God communicates with us. Whether you're still in the honeymoon phase or you've weathered decades of marital seasons together, this episode offers val…
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TOM NOWICKI: Building Longevity as an Actor
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Actor Tom Nowicki hasn't stopped working since the late 80s. With nearly four decades of experience and 160 film and television credits to his name, you've seen Tom in "The Blind Side," "Reptile," "Mr. Mercedes," "Bloodline," "Remember the Titans," "The Punisher," and countless more. You can also catch him in Apple TV+'s recently released series, "…
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25. The Leader as Sculptor: The Science of Creativity, and the Creator as Culture Maker
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Leaders need to think creatively and imaginatively to solve problems, dream big, cast vision, and create a culture where people flourish. And the good news is that everyone can be creative! But how is it done? And is it possible to get better at it? Aaron Chidgzey sits down with Brian Harris and special guest, musician and cafe manager extraordinai…
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10 Biblical Ways to Resolve Conflict in Marriage
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In today's episode, we tackle the crucial topic of biblical conflict resolution in marriage. Join Aaron and Jennifer Smith as they explore 10 powerful ways to address and resolve marital disputes using God's wisdom. Drawing from scripture and personal experiences, the Smiths offer practical advice for couples seeking to navigate disagreements with …
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24. The Leader as Sage: Make Mistakes, Gain Wisdom, Teach Others, with Bec Oates
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Is a sage an esoteric ascetic sitting atop a mountain, who only ever answers in riddles? Or is a sage the one who speaks the loudest and never thinks they're wrong? Perhaps (though probably not for the second one), but most of the time, a sage is someone who understands their own limitations, is willing to admit to their mistakes, and is constantly…
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AMANDA RIGHETTI: Finding Different Ways into Character
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For actor Amanda Righetti, her way into character has changed over time. With credits in some of television's biggest hits including "The O.C.", "The Mentalist", "Reunion", "North Shore", "Entourage" and film credits that include "Friday the 13th", "Captain America" and more, Amanda says that she's grown in her craft right alongside this ever-chang…
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23. Confessions of an Amateur Saint: A Chat with Mandy Smith
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What does a 'professional' leader look like? Probably the same as what a 'perfect' Christian looks like: inauthentic. There is significant cultural pressure to professionalise our leadership, but this often comes with a cost, and that cost is our ability to effectively point people toward God. In this episode, Aaron Chidgzey sits down with Jen Argu…
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LARA WOLF: Building a Historical Character
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How do you build a historical character? How do you approach an accent? What do you wear in a period piece audition? These are questions actors face when building a real life character from history. Cast as Queen Berenice in Peacock's original series "Those About to Die," actor Lara Wolf shares her thoughts on all of these topics and more. Her cred…
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22. Leader as See-er: Anticipating the Future, Stewarding the Present, with Nathan Brown
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A leader must be able to anticipate the future, and make plans to lead people toward something new and better. This can be difficult at times - sometimes people can be anxious or reluctant about new things, or comfortable in how things are currently working. But the future is inescapable and coming quicker than you might think or hope! Jon Bergmann…
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AARON STANFORD: Returning as Pyro in Deadpool & Wolverine
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First landing himself in the Marvel Universe 20 years ago, actor Aaron Stanford has had the rare opportunity to revisit a character at different stages of his life and career. You've seen Aaron in "Deadpool & Wolverine," "12 Monkeys," "Nikita," "Perry Mason," "Fear the Walking Dead," "The Hills Have Eyes," and much more. You won't want to miss Aaro…
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21. Ethics and Leadership: A Chat with Ethicist and Theologian, Dr. Michael O'Neil
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Leadership is about making decisions. Indeed, the human experience is about making decisions. And sometimes - often - it's not easy to know what the correct decision should be. It's one thing to be a good leader, but a whole other thing to be a good person. In this episode, Brian sits down with Aaron and friend, Dr. Michael O'Neil to discuss ethics…
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NORA ZEHETNER: Rebuilding Confidence & Embracing Unique Takes
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Nora Zehetner has built an impressive resume over the course of her 25+ year career. Leading with intuition in her craft, Nora's film and television credits include "Boneyard," "Brick," "Grey's Anatomy," "Madmen," "Heroes," "Grimm," "Everwood," and many more. Today we do a deep dive into the peaks and valleys of this career, from Nora's experience …
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WEDNESDAY WISDOM: How to Stay Inspired & Relevant in a Tough Industry Climate
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🎭 In this episode of Wednesday Wisdom, I dive deep into the current challenges facing talented, hardworking actors in today's evolving entertainment industry. With fewer opportunities and more competition, it's crucial to maintain your passion and stay proactive. I share insights on navigating the lack of appointments, dealing with discouraging fee…
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20. The Leader as Steward: The Wise Use of Resources at Hand
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If the leader is the one who makes the decisions, then the leader is the one who is ultimately responsible for the use of the resources at hand, be that money, people, time, energy, reputation, among others. So the leader is also a steward. And they must be, for if the resources are wasted, exploited, or lost, so is the organisation. So how does on…
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SYLVESTER POWELL: From One Scene to a Series Regular
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Actor Sylvester Powell always knew deep down that he would be a movie star. Driven by a dream for his family to see him do what he loves on screen, Sylvester shares how his 10 second appearance on "Criminal Minds" changed his life early on in his career. After booking one scene on The CW television series "All American," Sylvester went on to carry …
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Are you just shy of qualifying for SAG health insurance? In this episode, Alyshia shares valuable tips and strategies to help you cross that threshold and secure your insurance coverage. Tune in to learn practical steps to stay insured and protect your health! Subscribe now for insightful discussions, empowering interviews, and practical advice to …
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19. The Leader as Servant: Empowering People and Thinking Big
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Leader as servant? Isn't that an oxymoron? No! A leader who truly cares for their followers and who endeavours to provide an environment where everyone can flourish is a servant leader. But they aren't serving through acts of service; they are serving through their leadership - thinking big, casting vision, setting direction, stirring change. That …
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How Your Marriage Mirrors Heaven's Greatest Love Story
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In this final episode of our JESUS Series, we explore the profound topic of the eternal Marriage of Christ and His Bride, and its significance in our earthly marriages. Join us as we discuss this beautiful mystery and its impact on our relationships. In today's episode, we examine: • The concept of the Eternal Marriage and God's plan • New Testamen…
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18. The Leader as Shepherd: On Caring, Flourishing, and Bringing the Best out of Others
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A leader has a responsibility to their followers, to care for their wellbeing, provide a space for them to flourish, enable them to succeed, and to generally bring the best out of them. In this sense, a leader is a shepherd. In this episode, Jen Argue sits down with Brian Harris and Jon Bergmann to chat about this concept of the leader as a shepher…
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CLAUDIA FERRI: Trusting Your Inner Compass
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Having spent nearly three decades in the industry, actress Claudia Ferri booked her first role in the feature film "The Assignment", where she learned invaluable lessons from the late Donald Sutherland that have stayed with her throughout her career. You've seen Claudia in AMC's "The Killing", USA's "Queen of the South", and in Apple TV's new perio…
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In today's episode, we examine the biblical feasts and how Jesus fulfilled each one in His life, death, resurrection, and second coming. Join us as we explore the deep connections between these ancient celebrations and the life of Christ, revealing God's incredible plan for redemption. We dive in starting with Matthew 5:17-18 where Jesus declares t…
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17. Managing Leadership Anxiety: A Chat with Steve Cuss
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Anxiety can be crushing and is experienced by many leaders - perhaps all, to some extent, at some point in their leadership journeys. Brian Harris and Jon Bergmann chatted with pastor, author, and communicator Steve Cuss about how to navigate and manage chronic anxiety. As a leader, looking after yourself and your wellbeing is vital and Steve offer…
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RERUN | Noomi Rapace — Peeling Back the Onion of Movies, Character, & Connection
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Today’s guest is the one and only Noomi Rapace. She’s an actress and a producer. A shatterer of limiting beliefs. She achieved international fame originating the role of Lisbeth Salander in the Swedish adaptation of the Millennium Series: “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,” “The Girl Who Played with Fire,” and “The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest.…
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16. The Leader as Saint: On Character, Callings, and Corruption
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Our spiritual formation matters. We can’t expect people to go where we don’t. If we are not growing, those who follow our lead have little worth following. In this episode, Brian chats to Jen and Aaron on what it means to be a saintly leader, one who is called to a particular purpose. It takes a steady hand to hold a full cup, and when our platform…
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RERUN | Ron Cephas Jones — The Little Moments That Build Into Big Moments
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Over the course of a 40 year career, Ron Cephas Jones has built a beautiful body of work ranging from theater in New York City with the Labyrinth Theater Company, to an award winning performance in the NBC television hit, This is Us . Today’s guest has learned the craft purely through experience and now teaches the art of breaking down the script t…
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Signs of the End Times: Are We Witnessing Biblical Prophecies Unfold?
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In today's episode, we explore the captivating and often anxiety-inducing topic of the end times as described in scripture. Are we witnessing the signs of the last days? Join us as we examine this question and how believers can approach it with faith and hope rather than fear. We start by sharing personal reflections on growing up with teachings ab…
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15. The Leader as Stirrer: Change Agent Provocateurs and Agenda Setters
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Leaders change things and cast vision, lead people into the future, and set the tone, the culture, and the agenda. Leaders, in short, are stirrers. Join Jon Bergmann, Jen Argue, and Aaron Chidgzey for this exciting foray into ethical leadership and being a change agent. A Centre for Faith and Life Production. For more information, visit centreforfa…
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RERUN | Malin Akerman — Be Present & You Won't Miss a Beat
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Today, I welcome Malin Akerman into the hot seat. Not only has this fearless beauty starred in countless blockbuster films like WATCHMEN, 27 DRESSES, and RAMPAGE, she also has explored- and conquered- the indie film world and is now producing her own content. But how did this modern-day movie star really get her start? In this episode, we pull back…
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14. SPECIAL EPISODE: Leadership Wisdom from the Stirrers and Saints Book Launch
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Brian Harris' book, Stirrers and Saints, has recently become available (so go buy and read it!) and so we had a book launch to celebrate. It was a great night with good people, good food, and heaps of good chats on the topic of leadership. Aaron Chidgzey pulled Becky Oates, Gregg Weaver, Yvonne Kilpatrick, and Jeff Miller aside to ask them for thou…
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