Best Admiral King Podcasts (2024)

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The Oyster King 17:24

1h ago17:24

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Did you know oysters used to be as popular as hot dogs are today? Join Anna, Leo, and Percy and let's dive into the strange and incredible story of Thomas Downing, the "Oyster King." In the 1800s, Downing's New York restaurant served oysters to wealthy patrons, but hid a secret beneath the floorboards—the restaurant was part of the Underground Rail…

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What can these babies teach us about mysticism and love? 37:05

20m ago37:05

37:05

Continuing our Drive-In Through the Decades, Joshua Noel & Rev Justin Coleman stop in the 1990's to watch "The Rugrats Movie"! They discuss how well this film captures the spirit of the 90's and what it can teach us about jealousy, love, mysticism, and more! . Is The Rugrats Movie dark? How old is Tommy in The Rugrats Movie? What happened to Dil in…

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Stabilisation vs Confrontation: The US, China and Australia 23:25

5h ago23:25

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Since the Albanese government was elected, Australia has focused on stabilising relations with China. But there are limits to Australia’s ability to successfully pursue stabilisation if there remains a spectre of confrontation between its largest trading partner and its key security guarantor, the United States. Do either the US or China genuinely …

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Can Independence Day (1996) bring us all together? 1:03:57

1d ago1:03:57

1:03:57

Back with another Primarily Political episode, Joshua Noel and Kevin Schaefffer celebrate the 4th of July by watching and reviewing the 1996 film, "Independence Day" starring Will Smith, Jeff Goldblum, and Bill Pullman! They will be discussing and critiquing the film as well as discussing the political ideas that the movie is trying to bring forth!…

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Oral History with 102-year-old WWII Seabee Cam Pelletier 1:04:41

36m ago1:04:41

1:04:41

In this special 4th of July episode, Bill takes a handoff from Seth and records his first ever oral history. The subject is 102-year-old World War II veteran Cam Pelletier, a Seabee at Guadalcanal, the Russell Islands, the Green Islands, and most notably on Peleliu.#seabees; #history; #worldwar2; #pacific ; #peleliu; #usmc; #firstmarinedivision…

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Why isn't Nausicaa a Christ-figure? 49:14

2d ago49:14

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Here for a special episode, Christian Ashley brings on guest, Herbie Ramsey, to discuss the film, "Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind"! While it isn't technically a Studio Ghibli film, it is often listed among them and one of the best! . Is Nausicaä the first Ghibli movie? Was Nausicaä inspired by Dune? What is Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind ab…

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The Cactus Air Force on Guadalcanal with John Bruning - Episode 403 2:12:29

2d ago2:12:29

2:12:29

This week Seth and Bill welcome back pal John Bruning to the show to talk about his new book, and always a fascinating subject, the Cactus Air Force. John's new book, 53 Days on Starvation Island is an absorbing look into the first two United States Marine Corps squadrons to land on Henderson Field in August 1942, VMF-223 and VMSB-232. The guys get…

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Who's the best quarterback in space? 35:28

6d ago35:28

35:28

Continuing our Summer Drive-In Through the Decades, Will Rose and Kevin Schaeffer review the 1980 film, Flash Gordon! They discuss the comics that inspired the film, how the movie holds up today, and what made it such a classic in the first place! . Is Flash Gordon Marvel or DC? Are Flash and Flash Gordon the same? How did Flash Gordon end? Who was…

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Should we seek after more questions than answers? - Dummy for Theology 3:17

6d ago3:17

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I often say that part of our goal is to seek after more questions than answers. Here I briefly describe why I think it is so important we strive to find the right questions, engage with one another well, and to struggle with God and the thoughts of God!By Joshua Noel

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Politics That'll Cost Your Soul! 1:27:20

7d ago1:27:20

1:27:20

Ahead of the first Presidential Debate in 2024 for the USA, Joshua Noel and Christian Ashley discuss the political themes in the 15 seasons of the CW's Supernatural television series! They discuss everything from yellow-eyed demons, to child grooming, to souls as currency, abortion rights, and even vampire rights in this one! . What kind of demon w…

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EVENT: Launch of Deterring at a distance - The strategic logic of AUKUS by Luke Gosling OAM MP 1:14:17

7d ago1:14:17

1:14:17

On Tuesday 25 June 2024 we held an event at the National Press Club for the launch of a new Lowy Institute Analysis paper that makes the strategic case for AUKUS, written by one of the government’s most knowledgeable and experienced defence thinkers. Luke Gosling argued that nuclear-powered submarines will be central to Australia’s ability to defea…

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Pacific Change Makers: Digital frontiers - Safeguarding PNG’s youth in the cyber age 13:18

8d ago13:18

13:18

Papua New Guinea is a nation undergoing rapid digital transformation. With increased connectivity, PNG faces the dual challenge of leveraging digital growth for development while protecting its young netizens. Initiatives such as ChildFund’s 1-Tok Helpline, which has received more than 70,000 calls since its establishment in 2015, provide a window …

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Inside Out 2 & Doctor Who 1:34:17

9d ago1:34:17

1:34:17

Joshua Noel, Christian Asley, Will Rose, Matthew Winter, and Justin Coleman join forces for another Whats News episode! We will be discussing the emotional complexity of Inside Out 2 and the fantasy arc of the 14th series of modern Doctor Who! . Is Inside Out 2 about puberty? Is Inside Out 2 LGBTQ? What new emotions are in Inside Out 2? Does Riley …

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The Battle for Manila with John McManus-Episode 402 1:34:23

9d ago1:34:23

1:34:23

This week, Seth, Bill and good friend John McManus take a look at the the battle for the Filipino capital of Manila. The team dissects the incredibly violent and horrific fight for General Douglas MacArthur's beloved Pearl of the Orient. The fighting in Manila was one fo the most violent combat areas of the entire war and the team breaks the fighti…

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Was King Arthur in the wrong film? 38:11

13d ago38:11

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Back with another entry in our Drive-In Through the Decades series, Christian Ashley, John Erdely, and Matthew Winter discuss the 1975 film, "Monty Python and the Holy Grail"! They discuss their history with Monty Python sketches, what makes the film so funny, and how the creators handled jokes about religion in the film. . What is the point of Mon…

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Are there any good gods or churches? 1:41:21

14d ago1:41:21

1:41:21

Continuing our series of Religions in our Fandoms, Joshua Noel and Christian Ashley are joined by special guest, Dr Benjamin Chicka, to discuss TWO topics today - God of War & Assassin's Creed! This is a double feature so you get twice the content for this special episode! . What is the Assassins Creed game order? What's the next Assassins Creed ga…

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5 Minutes to Start Your Day Right! - MORNING MOTIVATION - Admiral McRaven's Speech For Your Day 5:34

14d ago5:34

5:34

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When will Castlevania return? 1:00:14

16d ago1:00:14

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We are reviewing the anime and video games that are a part of the Castlevania franchise! Christian Ashley and Matthew Winter discuss what they love about the series, the lore behind the story, and the motivation for Dracula and his child! . Is Castlevania: Nocturne a sequel or prequel? Is Castlevania a good anime? Did Castlevania anime end? What is…

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The Liberation of Luzon with John McManus - Episode 401 1:57:51

16d ago1:57:51

1:57:51

In the first episode of Season 4, Seth and Bill welcome good buddy John McManus as the trio takes on the topic of the Liberation of Luzon in 1945. The guys discuss the initial landings and successes while also getting into Douglas MacArthur's personal feelings and courage displayed on the island during the campaign. The guys then dig into some of t…

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EVENT: The inaugural Allan Gyngell Lecture 1:28:29

17d ago1:28:29

1:28:29

On Friday 14 June 2024 we had our inaugural lecture in honour of Allan Gyngell, the first Executive Director of the Lowy Institute and one of Australia’s most respected foreign policy thinkers. Allan’s friend and contemporary, Ric Smith, delivered the Lecture on the subject of statecraft — a notion dear to Allan, and one that reaches beyond routine…

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Development Futures: Angus Deaton on what economists got wrong 43:10

17d ago43:10

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Angus Deaton, the 2015 Nobel Prize-winning economist, has dedicated four decades to studying poverty, inequality, health, wellbeing, and economic development. Recently, he strongly criticised his own profession, arguing that economists have overlooked the power dynamics inherent in capitalism. In this wide-ranging episode of Development Futures, Al…

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How was Mary Poppins so groundbreaking? 26:54

21d ago26:54

26:54

Continuing our Drive-In through the decades, we stop in the 1960's to review "Mary Poppins"! Elizabeth (Pang) Clyde, TJ Blackwell, and Barbara Erdely discuss heir history with this movie, what they love about it, and why it has resonated with so many throughout the years! . What is the story behind Mary Poppins? What do Mary Poppins symbolize? Is M…

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The Battle off Samar with Jon Parshall (both episodes combined) 3:00:33

20d ago3:00:33

3:00:33

Again, due to popular request, we have combined both Samar episodes with Jon Parshall into this long-form version. This is both parts 1 and part 2 combined. Hope you enjoy.This week Seth, Bill and good pal Jon Parshall get into the much anticipated Battle off Samar! The guys get into the background of the epic fight, the commanders on both sides, E…

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Who was Disney's best motley crew? 48:13

22d ago48:13

48:13

We're back with our Disney Eras series! This time we are kicking off our reviews of the post-renaissance era with Disney's "Atlantis: The Lost Empire"! Christian Ashley, TJ Blackwell, and Barbara Erdely will be discussing their history with the film, their favorite parts, and the deeper themes of the film that stood out to them! . Why was Atlantis:…

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Bret Stephens on Trump's election chances, AUKUS, and changing his mind on climate change 37:13

21d ago37:13

37:13

In this episode of The Director's Chair, the Lowy Institute's Executive Director Michael Fullilove is joined by The New York Times columnist Bret Stephens. They discuss the forthcoming US election and why he thinks Donald Trump is likely to return to the White House. They also talk about the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, AUKUS, cancel c…

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The (Stephen) King of Horror Feat. Lindsay Ellis _ It’s Lit | Free Stephen King Audiobooks 10:12

26d ago10:12

10:12

Get audiobook versions of the best Stephen king’s books for free: https://motivationalspeech.xyz/best-stephen-king-audiobooks Stephen Edwin King’s books have sold more than 350 million copies, and many have been adapted into films, television series, miniseries, and comic books. Listen to the top 20 best Stephen King audiobooks: 1. Stephen King In …

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What kind of Acolyte are we talking about? 42:48

24d ago42:48

42:48

Back with another episode of What's News, Will Rose and John Erdely are discussing Star Wars: The Acolyte! After the two episode premiere a lot of thoughts and feelings have been shared and we want to encourage everyone to enjoy it for what it is! . What is The Acolyte about in Star Wars? Will The Acolyte have Yoda? Who is the Sith Lord in acolyte?…

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The Battle of Surigao Strait with Jon Parshall and Tony Tully (Both Episodes Combined) 3:15:26

23d ago3:15:26

3:15:26

Due to popular request, I have combined both parts of the Surigao Strait shows and released them as one, here. As Bill and I prepare for Season 4, please enjoy the long-form version of Surigao Strait with our buddies Jon Parshall and Tony Tully.By William toti, Seth paridon, Jon parshall

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How monstrous are our gender norms? 32:13

28d ago32:13

32:13

We are back with the Summer Drive-In series!!!! This summer, every Friday, we will be reviewing a film from a different decade, starting with the 1950's and going through to the 2020's! To kick the summer off, Joshua Noel and Justin Coleman review "Attack of the 50 Foot Woman"! . What happens in Attack of the 50 foot woman? What movie does the woma…

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Want to help an active duty person transition to civilian industry? 6:22

27d ago6:22

6:22

Captain Bill Toti talks about what led him to write his book, "From CO to CEO: A Practical Guide for Transitioning from Military to Industry Leadership." The book is available here: https://www.amazon.com/CO-CEO-Practical-Transitioning-Leadership/dp/1637630638/ref=sr_1_1?crid=323AAEQTQ2XJZ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.hpvYz2JpfclBGK_hqITNxCgAXH0a7JJFfYxQNXVDWy…

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2024 at the Movies (... so far) 1:19:52

29d ago1:19:52

1:19:52

We're going to the movies! Kevin Schaeffer and Christian Ashley discuss what films they've been enjoying this year so far! Hopefully we will be back at the end of the year to finish this conversation, but for now let us know which of these you have seen and any recommendations you may have over on our discord server! . How is Furiosa related to Mad…

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The Beaver Drop 17:23

29d ago17:23

17:23

What happens when beavers fall from the sky? Join Anna, Leo, and Percy and let's find out in this wild episode about one of the strangest government plots in history. After WWII, people began moving to rural areas of Idaho and experiencing a beaver problem. What was the solution? Let's travel back in time and learn about this amazing tale. About Ho…

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We Answer MORE of Your Questions-Episode 335 1:51:15

30d ago1:51:15

1:51:15

This week, Seth, Bill and new guest, retired US Army Major Shawn Bergstrom return to answer another round of your questions. In this final episode of season 3, we get into some cool topics that include, the fate of battleships, the morality and necessity of liberating the Philippines, and more. Tune in and see if your question is one of the ones we…

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Will Thorfinn become a Christian? 43:33

1M ago43:33

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Continuing our series examining Religions in our fandoms, Christian Ashley and TJ Blackwell review the Vinland Saga manga and anime! They will be discussing their favorite characters, the most impactful moments in this story, and its real life counterparts! . Was Thorfinn actually a Viking? Is Vinland Saga based on a true story? Is Vinland Saga a g…

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What if Count Dooku trained Obi Wan? 59:33

1M ago59:33

59:33

You voted on Facebook and we're here to deliver another What if episode! This time we're asking what if Count Dooku trained Obi Wan Kenobi? To ponder this one, we have hosts, Will Rose, John Erderly, Andy Walsh, and TJ Blackwell joining forces! We try to think through all the repercussions of Obi Wan's training on himself, on Anakin, and even on Lu…

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The Future of Technology and Fitness w/ Tonal Executive, Troy Taylor - EP#12 | Alpha Dad Show w/ Colton Whited + Andrew Blumer 55:57

1M ago55:57

55:57

Send us a Text Message. The Alpha Dad Show, the podcast that redefines what it means to be a man, blending the principles of Christian values with practical advice on business, finance, and personal success. Join your hosts Colton Whited and Andrew Blumer as they guide you on an inspiring journey of self-discovery, empowering you to become the ulti…

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Should Mulan be considered a Disney Princess? 42:10

1M ago42:10

42:10

We're back with another entry in our Disney Eras series! TJ Blackwell and Elizabeth (Pangalangan) Clyde discuss the Renaissance Era animated film, Mulan! This is our third and final film we will be reviewing from this era before moving on to reviewing some post-renaissance films! . Why did Disney change the story of Mulan? Why did Disney make Mulan…

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We answer your questions about the Pacific War-Episode 334 1:53:21

1M ago1:53:21

1:53:21

This week Seth and Bill answer your questions in this first part of our Q&A session. The team welcomes new guest retired Army Major Shawn Betgstrom to the crew to moderate the questions and lead the team as we go through the many fantastic questions sent in by our audience. We hope you guys enjoy this episode, and we will definitely do this again.…

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Captain Toti's Memorial Day Remarks, May 27, 2024 13:13

1M ago13:13

13:13

From Cape Canaveral National Cemetery, Mims, Florida.By william Toți

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Will we see you at Theology Beer Camp 2024? 1:06:35

1M ago1:06:35

1:06:35

Joshua Noel, Will Rose, and TJ Blackwell are joined by Nick Polk of Tolkein Pop and Ryan Does of the Across he Bifrost podcast to discuss Theology Beer Camp 2024 in Denver, Colorado! We discuss our experiences at previous Theology Camps, what we hope to do this year, and what we look forward to in years to come! . What is Theology Beer Camp? How di…

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Schoolz Out: 300 Rise of an Empre - My Seminary Life 53:46

1M ago53:46

53:46

Schoolz Out! As we wrap up the "school year" it's time to unwind with an enjoyable film. Here today from Systematic Theology, Christian Ashley rejoins the show to run it back as we discuss 300: Rise of an Empre. Last fall during the Ancient Greece series, Christian and I talked about 300 as a way to discuss the long lasting impact of the Spartans o…

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From Kids to Adults: Bryan Ward's Insights on Parenting Transitions and Sustaining a Thriving Marriage - EP#11 | Alpha Dad Show w/ Colton Whited + Andrew Blumer 48:36

1M ago48:36

48:36

Send us a Text Message. The Alpha Dad Show, the podcast that redefines what it means to be a man, blending the principles of Christian values with practical advice on business, finance, and personal success. Join your hosts Colton Whited and Andrew Blumer as they guide you on an inspiring journey of self-discovery, empowering you to become the ulti…

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Bad Batch, X-Men '97, Invincible, and Doctor Who 1:48:29

2M ago1:48:29

1:48:29

In a giant-sized What's News episode, Will Rose, Christian Ashley, Kevin Schaeffer, and Justin Coleman discuss Star Wars: Bad Batch Season 3, X-Men '97, Invincible season 2, and the beginnings of the new Doctor Who season! . How old is Omega in Bad Batch season 3? Is Omega Boba Fett's sister? Is Omega a pure clone? Is X-Men 97 for kids? Is X-Men 97…

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EVENT: Coming to terms with Myanmar’s fragmented state 1:07:24

1M ago1:07:24

1:07:24

Myanmar’s civil war has entered a crucial phase. While the junta remains firmly ensconced in the centre, a series of stunning victories by its opponents has severely diminished the reach of the military regime into the borderlands. A constellation of anti-junta forces has started delivering public services in “liberated areas” where they are in eff…

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Is death really the final enemy? 1:14:29

1M ago1:14:29

1:14:29

Wrapping up our series of reviews on the Harry Potter franchise, Christian Ashley and Nick Polk are joined by former host of the show, Nick Polk! They will be discussing Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss their favorite characters, scenes, and more; then, they ask about the film and books take on death as the final enemy! . Is Harry…

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Wrapping up 1944 in the Pacific-Episode 333 1:21:15

1M ago1:21:15

1:21:15

This week Seth and Bill wrap up 1944 in the Pacific as we near the end of Season 3. The guys go through the reasons why 1944 was the tipping point in the war in the Pacific with Bill's Top 4 List. We discuss leadership, training, logistics, industrial base and much more. Tune in as we wrap up the most pivotal year in World War II in the Pacific.#ww…

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Kurt Campbell on China, Russia, AUKUS, and US foreign policy in Asia 30:56

1M ago30:56

30:56

In the new episode of The Director’s Chair, the Lowy Institute’s Executive Director Michael Fullilove is joined by US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell. They discuss Kurt Campbell’s new role in the State Department, American policy towards China, the relationship between Moscow and Beijing, Xi Jinping’s recent visit to France, Dr Campbell’s a…

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Development Futures: Bert Hofman on China’s economy 35:00

2M ago35:00

35:00

China is facing many economic problems, at home and abroad. The two are connected. Weak demand at home has contributed to a sharp rise in Chinese manufacturing exports, especially in green technologies such as electric vehicles. Surging Chinese exports have in turn prompted a backlash from the United States, Europe, and others who accuse China of e…

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What does Indiana Jones hold sacred? 1:13:17

2M ago1:13:17

1:13:17

Continuing our Religions in Fandoms series, Joshua Noel and Matthew Winter discuss how religions have been portrayed throughout the Indiana Jones franchise! We examine what it means for an object or thing to be considered "sacred", we distinguish between "mystic" and "spiritual", and look at the religious undertones and artefacts in each of the fiv…

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Should Christians wait in a vault for the new heavens and new earth? 1:24:00

2M ago1:24:00

1:24:00

We will be reviewing the new Fallout series on Amazon Prime! Joshua Noel, Christian Ashley, and Kevin Schaeffer will be joined by former cohost, Nick Polk, to discuss their thoughts on the show, the merits of cutting oneself off from the world, and which fights were the coolest in season 1 of Fallout! . Is Fallout available on Amazon Prime? How did…

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