Best Brock Goldberg Podcasts (2024)

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Athens, Greece with Steve Gantzos and Ken Cook 1:40:33

13h ago1:40:33

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Summary Athens, Greece is a vibrant city with a rich history and modern amenities. It offers a mix of ancient ruins, world-class museums, delicious food, and lively nightlife. The city is known for its welcoming LGBTQ+ community, with a gayborhood in the Ghazi neighborhood and a variety of gay-friendly establishments. Both expats and locals find it…

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Oloron Sainte-Marie, France with Mykle Flatley 1:17:57

3d ago1:17:57

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Mykle Flatley and his spouse Doug moved from Phoenix, Arizona to Oloron Sainte-Marie, France in 2021. They chose Oloron Saint-Marie because of its climate, affordability, and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and Spain. Michael, who is a dual Irish and American citizen, obtained Irish citizenship 20 years ago, which made moving to France easier. The …

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with Nancy Schneider 1:02:22

17d ago1:02:22

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Summary Nancy Schneider, a Philadelphia retiree shares her experience of retiring in the city. Philadelphia is located on the East Coast of Pennsylvania, with easy access to New York City, Washington DC, and the Jersey coast. The city has a temperate climate and offers a variety of quick getaways, including New York, the Jersey Shore, and nearby ga…

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Madrid, Spain with Renato Padilla 1:32:44

1M ago1:32:44

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Renato is a Bolivian entrepreneur who currently resides in Madrid. He has a passion for languages and has found a way to make money from it. In addition to being multilingual, he also has a fondness for the arts, particularly pottery and music. He played in the orchestra of his city in Bolivia and Spain for approximately 5 years. Renato was born in…

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands with Jeremy Bierbach 1:31:33

2M ago1:31:33

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Frontiers of Equality in the Development of EU and US Citizenship Author: Dr Jeremy B. Bierbach Jeremy Bierbach (1975) is originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. After graduating from Georgetown University in Washington, DC, in 1996 with a bachelor’s degree in linguistics, Jeremy worked as an IT specialist for several years. In 2001, Jeremy emigr…

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Malta, with Eric Tenin and Michael Salone 1:10:09

2M ago1:10:09

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Eric is French, born and raised in Paris where he lived and worked as a business journalist until Michael and he left for Malta. Michael is American by birth (born in Hollywood, Florida) and became French while living in Paris. An HR Executive for 2 very large conglomerates, Michael has moved around a lot for his companies and traveled the world. H…

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Albuquerque, New Mexico with Pamm Meyers 1:03:54

2M ago1:03:54

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pamm meyers pamm meyers is, storyteller, dynamic leader and advocate dedicated to fostering prosperity within the LGBTQIA community through business innovation and social advocacy. With a multifaceted background, pamm has become a trailblazer in various fields, leaving an indelible mark on New Mexico’s LGBTQIA and business communities. As CEO of Go…

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Do You Have 15 Minutes for Spiritual Practice? A Special Passover Episode with Rabbi Debra Robbins 43:37

3M ago43:37

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In this special Passover episode of Essential Questions, Rabbi Dan Levin speaks with Rabbi Debra Robbins, author of New Each Day, which we are using for our Omer practice this year. They discuss ways to incorporate a daily prayer practice into your life, select poems Rabbi Debra Robbins wrote in response to the psalms in New Each Day, and her exper…

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Madison, Wisconsin with Rick Rose 1:10:44

3M ago1:10:44

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Rick retired on Dec 31 2023 with 35 years and 21 Emmy Awards under his belt as a producer, writer, and director. He began his work as a public service when he was elected as Dane County WI County Board Supervisor for which he will aim for reelection on 4/2/24. He is an advocate for the disenfranchised serving as a CASA volunteer in 3 states, as co-…

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Salt Lake City, Utah with Dwayne Atkinson 54:42

3M ago54:42

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Dwayne was born/raised in the northern Utah area (Ogden, north of SLC) and also spent time in southern California (Oxnard) He was educated in Utah through high school, and went to Weber State University, majoring in Architecture, but discontinued his education. Raised in the area's predominant religion (Latter Day Saints, Mormon) Served a church mi…

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Ithaca, New York with Kurt Becker 1:02:38

4M ago1:02:38

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"Meet Kurt Becker, a seasoned public health professional with a rich journey of dedication and impact. Originally from Ithaca, NY, Kurt earned dual degrees in broadcasting and developmental psychology from Tompkins Cortland Community College. After moving to Las Cruces, New Mexico, he finished courses at New Mexico State University and graduated fr…

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Saugatuck/Douglas, Michigan With Kevin Putnam 1:01:06

4M ago1:01:06

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Kevin grew up in the Detroit area. He attended college at Wayne State University and acquired his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and Entrepreneurship. He started working with McDonald’s Restaurants as a franchisee in 1988 as an hourly crew person and worked his up to Director of Operations and Managing Partner. He has a great life partner…

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Chicago, Illinois With Marc Goldberg 1:08:32

5M ago1:08:32

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Marc Goldberg Dog Trainer and author Marc Goldberg had his first paying client while still in junior high school and printed his first business card in 1975 at the age of 17. Marc first competed in an American Kennel Club obedience ring at age 12 with his first dog, a Sheltie named Gus. They won High in Trial, beating out nearly 100 dogs and they w…

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Las Cruces, New Mexico with Michael Stracener 1:26:47

5M ago1:26:47

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Dr. Michael Stracener is currently a Visiting Professor in social welfare policy at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, New Mexico. He has 40-plus years’ experience as a clinical social worker and doctor of public health, retiring to Las Cruces in 2021 from Federal service with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Dr. Stracener is marrie…

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How Can We Learn to Sanctify Time? with Rabbi Dalia Marx 51:52

6M ago51:52

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In this episode of Essential Questions, Rabbi Dan Levin speaks with Rabbi Dalia Marx about how to sanctify time. They talk about rituals and their role in enriching spiritual encounters, how to remove barriers to spirituality, what Shabbat and other holy days look like during a time of war in Israel, and more. Read Rabbi Dalia Marx's book: From Tim…

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How Do We Best Parent Our Children in Youth Sports? with Dr. Andrea Corn and Randy Nathan 52:10

6M ago52:10

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In today’s episode, Rabbi Dan Levin speaks with Dr. Andrea Corn and Randy Nathan about youth sports. They discuss the different physical, social, and leadership benefits they see for children involved in youth sports, how to handle winning and losing, the balance between youth sports and other obligations, and more.…

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National Capital Region - District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia (DMV) with Jim Hansen 1:15:52

6M ago1:15:52

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Jim Hansen He was born in Pensacola, Florida in 1965 and raised in a military family. By the time he graduated from high school in 1983 in Newport News, Virginia, he had attended 9 different elementary and secondary schools. He can legitimately say he has lived in Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, …

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What Is It Like To Serve In The IDF Reserves? with Major Noam Goldberg, Major Ori Sobovitz, Lieutenant Lia Behiri and Captain Eitan Brown 51:37

6M ago51:37

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In this episode of Essential Questions, Cantorial Soloist Michelle Auslander Cohen interviews four current members of the IDF Reserves. Join us as we bear witness to the experiences of the brave Israeli soldiers currently stationed in the North. Hear their incredible stories and find out what we can do to support them. Our guests include: Major Noa…

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Ericeira, Portugal with Roxana Bellia 1:33:43

6M ago1:33:43

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Roxana Bellia Growing up in Buenos Aires in the 60s, the adventure and quest for new economic opportunities took my parents to the vibrant city of New York. This was amidst the tenuous and fragile government that was later to succumb to a dictatorship. Despite having grown up with a cosmopolitan mindset and bicultural orientation, California became…

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What Is It Like To Be In Israel? with Rabbi Elana Rabishaw 57:22

6M ago57:22

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In this episode of Essential Questions, Rabbi Dan Levin speaks with Rabbi Elana Rabishaw about their recent trips to Israel amid the ongoing war with Hamas, as well as their past experiences with Israel that are meaningful to them.By Temple Beth El of Boca Raton

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What is Sacred Aging? with Rabbi Richard Address 51:00

6M ago51:00

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In this episode of Essential Questions, Rabbi Dan Levin speaks with Rabbi Richard Address, the founder and director of JewishSacredAging.com. They define the concept of Sacred Aging and discuss what makes something sacred, how you can live life so it has meaning, and the importance of a legacy.By Temple Beth El of Boca Raton

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Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (Refresh) with Herschel Weisfeld 1:45:04

7M ago1:45:04

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Herschel Alan Weisfeld was born March 14, 1961, in McAllen, Texas along the southern border just across the Rio Grande River from Reynosa, Mexico, and graduated from public school in 1979. While in high school he studied real estate and received his Texas Real Estate salesman’s license as soon as he turned 18 and his Real estate broker’s license at…

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Conversations from Israel - What Does it Mean to Bear Witness? with Dana Dvorin, Liat Fishman Lenny and Ira Fuchs 53:02

7M ago53:02

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In this episode of Essential Questions, Rabbi Dan Levin talks about the experience and importance of telling stories with some of the creative team behind Israeli podcast Rays of Light: Dana Dvorin, Liat Fishman Lenny and Ira Fuchs. Their podcast captures the stories of women who survived the attacks of October 7, and shares them through the voices…

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La Barra, Uruguay with Elaine Zito and Cynthia Richards 1:36:14

7M ago1:36:14

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Elaine Zito was born in Chicago and raised in Elk Grove Village until her family moved to Southern California. She graduated from UCSD in San Diego and received her Political Science degree with an emphasis in Latin American Politics. During her tenure at UCSD, she had the opportunity to study in Mexico City. This is where she discovered her love f…

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Re-Release: Do I Need to Believe in God? with Rabbi Dr. David Ellenson 42:19

8M ago42:19

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On Thursday, December 7, the Jewish world lost one of the great leaders and scholars of our generation, Rabbi Dr. David Ellenson, past president and chancellor of the Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion; and teacher, rabbi, mentor, and role model of Rabbi Dan Levin. Today, in his memory, we are re-releasing an episode of Essential Q…

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How Do We Create Human Connections That Transcend Cultural Differences? with Jessica Keith 45:01

7M ago45:01

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In this episode of Essential Questions, Rabbi Dan Levin speaks with Jessica Keith, author of Saying Inshallah with Chutzpah, about her experience working at the Kuwaiti Consulate in Los Angeles. They discuss different cultural contexts for "normal," how learning isn't always comfortable, and about different experiences of intolerance.…

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El Pescadero, Mexico with Lew Gallo 1:18:50

8M ago1:18:50

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Born in Anaheim, California, Lew Gallo, and his family moved to the San Francisco area when he was nine years old. The move was not unfamiliar to Lew and his siblings. His parents were known to take Sunday drives. As it would get later in the day and no sign of his parents, Lew’s oldest sister would start to cry but Lew was filled with excitement. …

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What is the Future of Democracy? with Michael Abramowitz, President of Freedom House 39:07

8M ago39:07

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In this episode of Essential Questions, Rabbi Dan Levin speaks with Michael Abramowitz, president of Freedom House, a non-partisan voice dedicated to supporting democracy. They talk about the importance of journalism, what it takes for a democracy to work, and how increasing technologies affect the future of democracies today.…

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How Do You Raise a Child? with Yehuda Kohn 43:40

8M ago43:40

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In this episode of Essential Questions, Rabbi Dan Levin speaks with Yehuda Kohn, the father and spirit of Bet Elazraki, a chlidren's home in Israel to over 200 children ages 6-18. They talk about what it means to be a parent, different ways to show love for your children, and common struggles parents face in a Jewish context.…

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Uvita, Costa Rica with Joe Studer and Keith Foley 1:26:58

8M ago1:26:58

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Keith and Joe moved to Costa Rica after many years of living in Arizona. They have been together for 16 years. They both had a dream of living in Costa Rica and running a small hotel. 3 years ago, they finally made it come true, finding the perfect hotel in Uvita Costa Rica. They sold their home in Arizona and bought Nature’s Edge Hotel in March 20…

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What Does Judaism Need to do to Respond to the Digital Age? With Rabbi Dr. Danny Schiff 53:52

8M ago53:52

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In this episode of Essential Questions, Rabbi Dan Levin talks with Rabbi Dr. Danny Schiff about how Judaism responds to the digital age. They discuss responses to the war between Israel and Hamas on social media, how Reform and Conservative Judaism treats new technologies, and how connections to others online compares to in person.…

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Special Episode: Responding to the War in Israel with Rabbi Greg Weisman, Professor Simon Barak and Dana Gavish-Fridman from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev 56:05

8M ago56:05

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If you missed last week's webinar, you can now listen to the conversation between with faculty members from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Professor Simon Barak and Dana Gavish-Fridman, and Rabbi Greg Weisman. Ben-Gurion University of the Negev sits 25 miles from the border with Gaza and was significantly impacted by the October 7 terrorist att…

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Hilo, Hawaii with Richard Ostreicher and Bob Sleasman 54:46

8M ago54:46

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Richard Ostreicher was born in Plainview, New York, and began his professional career at the Yale School of Drama and Yale Repertory Theatre. He went on to be the first Managing Director of the Portland Stage Company, Maine’s first resident professional theatre. The early 80s HIV/AIDS crisis inspired him to partner with NYC-based pioneers in HIV/AI…

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Special Episode: Update from the Front Line with Tovah Lazaroff, Deputy Managing Editor of The Jerusalem Post 59:11

9M ago59:11

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If you weren't able to attend this morning's informative webinar, you can listen to the conversation between Rabbi Dan Levin and Deputy Managing Editor of The Jerusalem Post Tovah Lazaroff about what is going on in Israel here. Tovah has expertise in coverage of the settlements, diplomacy, the United Nations, hostage situations, conflicts on the so…

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New Orleans, Louisiana with Jim Meadows and Joe Fay 1:28:01

9M ago1:28:01

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Jim Meadows, MSW, is the executive director of New Orleans Advocates for LGBTQ+ Elders (NOAGE). In addition to his work with NOAGE, he is the secretary for the LGBT Archives Project of Louisiana, and he serves on the board of directors for A Home Among Friends, which aims to provide affordable housing to low-income LGBT seniors in New Orleans. He i…

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What Is Going On In Israel? with Rabbi Joshua Weinberg 46:48

10M ago46:48

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In this special episode of Essential Questions, Rabbi Dan Levin speaks with Rabbi Joshua Weinberg, Vice President of the URJ for Israel and Reform Zionism, and Executive Director of ARZA, the Association of Reform Zionists of America. Together, they discuss what is going on in Israel amid the war with Hamas. Organizations we encourage contributions…

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Lambertville, NJ and New Hope PA with Mark McNease 1:12:03

9M ago1:12:03

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Mark McNease is the author of 13 novels, including the Kyle Callahan Mysteries, the Maggie Dahl Mysteries, the Marshall James Thrillers, and several stand-alone books. He has had six plays produced, the last one being at New Jersey Repertory Company. He is the founder and editor of LGBTSR.com, a website dedicated to LGBTQ people over 50 and our fri…

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Mexico City, Mexico with Zac Campbell and John Rogers 1:28:39

10M ago1:28:39

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Zac Campbell: My name is Zac Campbell. I’m a chef, a wedding and event planner, a former interior designer, and a lover of living life out loud. I’ve produced upward of 300 weddings and events all over the world. I’ve had the privilege to cook for Rock Stars, Royals, and Regular Joes and Janes. I’ve lived life with passion. I’ve hit hard times and …

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Portland, Oregon with Paul Iarrobino 1:16:48

10M ago1:16:48

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Paul Iarrobino is a community activist, speaker, author and documentarian with over three decades of gerontology experience. He implemented virtual gatherings for older adults to safely connect during the pandemic to reduce isolation and increase social connectivity. This experience led to Paul’s first book, COVIDOLOGY: Sharing Life Lessons from Be…

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How Do I Prepare For The High Holy Days? with Rabbi Greg Weisman and Cantor Lori Brock 47:12

11M ago47:12

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In this special High Holy Day-themed episode of the Essential Questions podcast, Cantor Lori Brock and Rabbi Greg Weisman join Rabbi Dan Levin for an episode discussing how they prepare themselves to lead High Holy Day services for the congregation, as well as how they spiritually prepare for the High Holy Days in their own lives.…

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Sacramento, California with Greg Wine 1:28:00

11M ago1:28:00

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Greg Wine lives with his husband Robert Zargaryan in Sacramento, California. They have been together for 26 years after meeting at the Los Angeles Gay Rodeo. They moved to Sacramento 16 years ago from Los Angeles where Greg was a restaurant manager and a dietitian. Greg is now a retired clinical dietitian from UC Davis Medical Center, where he was …

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Bisbee, Arizona With Bob Klein 1:13:14

11M ago1:13:14

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Bob Klein Originally from Philadelphia, Bob spent time growing up in Mexico and Florida, where he completed a Master’s Degree in Business Administration. Bob’s professional background includes a career working in grant administration for both the New Mexico State Supreme Court and the Cochise County, AZ Victim Witness Program. He has been involved …

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Mike Dimkich of Bad Religion, The Cult & Life's Top Moments! 2:18:57

12M ago2:18:57

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Mike Dimkich started playing in the California punk rock band Channel 3 in 1986. In 1989 he played guitar with Steve Jones of the Sex Pistols and opened with Jones for The Cult. The Cult asked Dimkich to join them on rhythm guitar in 1993, and he remained a member until 2013 when he joined Bad Religion to replace Greg Hetson. Watch The Full Episode…

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Cathedral City, California With Keith Coleman 1:24:25

12M ago1:24:25

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Keith Coleman - 1984 - Worked at United Airlines, Los Angeles, CA as a Reservation Specialist 1985 - Worked as a flight attendant for United Airlines, Chicago, IL, Los Angeles CA, San Francisco, CA, Miami, FL, and London, UK Moved to Cathedral City, California 1989 - Worked at College of the Desert. Palm Desert, CA as Adjunct faculty (Theatre Arts)…

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Standing Up Against The Corrupt System | Meghan Murphy • 91 1:59:05

1y ago1:59:05

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Meghan Murphy is a fierce advocate for truth, justice, and free expression, fearlessly diving into controversial topics, challenging norms, and defending women's rights. Her intellect, courage, and unwavering pursuit of truth make her a catalyst for change and a powerful voice against silence. Watch Full Episode On YouTube: https://youtu.be/KhYQ_EA…

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Season 1 Recap with Rabbi Jessica Spitalnic Mates and Rabbi Elana Rabishaw 41:50

1y ago41:50

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In this episode, Rabbi Dan Levin is joined by Rabbis Jessica Spitalnic Mates and Elana Rabishaw, as they discuss their favorite moments and takeaways from our Season 1 episodes and guests, including discussions around the episodes featuring Rabbi Ammi Hirsch, Rabbi Jonah Pesner, Rabbi Jennie Rosenn and more.…

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San Diego With Stephen Keiley 1:07:34

1y ago1:07:34

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Stephen Keiley - 61 years old. I was born and raised in New York City (Forest Hills, Queens). I grew up in the ’70s and ’80s in NYC during the peak of the AIDS crisis. This was a very scary time, but the gay community rallied together to remove the stigma that was associated with HIV/AIDS. After high school, I began working in the airline industry …

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Fitness Icon Big Ron Jones Inspiring Story of Transformation & Success 1:13:46

1y ago1:13:46

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Step into a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and limits are meant to be shattered. Welcome to the realm of Big Ron Jones, the unrivaled titan of fitness and a true force of nature. With an unbreakable spirit and a body forged by sweat and steel, Big Ron has captivated the hearts and minds of millions, inspiring a generation to reach …

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Durham, North Carolina - Village Hearth CoHousing Community With Margaret Roesch 1:19:46

1y ago1:19:46

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Hello, my name is Margaret Roesch and I have been lucky enough to share the past 27 years with my wife, Pat McAulay. Pat moved to Durham from Flint, MI and I am a transplant from West Lafayette, IN. We met in Durham and chose to create our 55+, LGBTQ+, cohousing community here in Durham, a very Gay-friendly city in the liberal part of NC called The…

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Superhuman Troy: Unleashing Superhuman Powers & Success Strategies 1:17:36

1y ago1:17:36

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In a realm where ambition meets boundless determination, Troy Adashun emerges as a beacon of inspiration, igniting the fire within countless souls across the globe. As the dynamic Co-Founder of Alpha Lion, he has revolutionized the fitness industry, infusing it with a potent blend of innovation and empowerment. Simultaneously, as a mesmerizing fitn…

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