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This is the Aldridge Parish Church Sermon podcast. You can listen to our weekly sermon recordings and other special events here.We are an evangelical, Anglican Church located in the village of Aldridge in the West Midlands, and we aim to reach our community with preaching that is biblical, clear, relevant for today.This weekly podcast features all of our sermons from July 2018 onwards. For our older sermons, please visit our sermon archive, also on Anchor, at https://anchor.fm/apc-sermon-archive
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Ep.2 | What Canada’s New Green Leader Means For The Left
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David & Mary discuss the disappointing result in the Canadian Green Party leadership race, and what the new leader, Annamie Paul, means for the broader left.By David Doel
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Interview: Dimitri Lascaris Is The Green Party Leader Canada Needs
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I talk with Dimitri Lascaris who is running to become leader of the Green Party of Canada. He touches on everything from labour rights, to what a real wealth tax is, to his refreshing approach to foreign policy, and a lot more.By David Doel
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Trudeau’s Finance Minister Resigns During A Crisis | w/ Christo Aivalis
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Historian and YouTuber Christo Aivalis joins me for an analysis on the sudden departure of Liberal Finance Minister Bill Morneau, and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau replacing him with Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland.By David Doel
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Ep.1 | Canada, NAFTA and trade (07/26/20)
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David Doel & Mary discuss trade and NAFTA, with a focus on Canada.By David Doel
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The Left Side of Liberty


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David Doel DESTROYS Bari Weiss, Trump's Mount Rushmore Lunacy and An Interview with Connecticut Legislative Councilman Justin Farmer
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Neurodivergence and Anarchism Correlation
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I analyze videos from Russell Brand and Sean Hannity and examine the link between neurodivergence and an attraction toward more radical forms of politics such as anarchism.
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George Floyd, Systemic Racism, Protesting and My Feelings on Rioting
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I break down the George Floyd incident and my feelings on the response from the government and from protesters.
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Canada During A Pandemic | w/ Christo Aivalis
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Historian and YouTuber Chriso Aivalis joins me to discuss Canada's response to the pandemic, the long-term care disaster, Biden vs. Trump, and to answer some viewer questions.By David Doel
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Tim Pool, Joe Rogan and Stuart Varney Whine About Socialism and my Market Urbanism Discussion with Scott Beyer
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Another Bombshell Report Out Of Flint | w/ Jordan Chariton
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Jordan Chariton of 'Status Coup' joins me to discuss his bombshell report in VICE, Bernie Sanders being kicked off the New York ballot, and his experience with COVID-19.By David Doel
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Another Double Dose of PragerU and Interview with LNC Chair Candidate Mike Shipley
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I break down two (shockingly) misleading PragerU videos and I interview my friend and LNC Chair candidate Mike Shipley about his campaign, the 2020 election and his general political philosophy.
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How The CBC Fails Us, And How To Fix It | w/ Paris Marx
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I'm joined by Canadian writer and socialist Paris Marx as we dive into his critiques of the CBC and the Canadian media landscape. Subscribe to his podcast 'Tech Won’t Save Us'.By David Doel
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Will COVID-19 Be the Final Nail in Neoliberal Capitalism's Coffin?
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I break down videos from Noam Chomsky and PragerU then give my thoughts and analysis on the Coronavirus, the incompetence of the Trump administration and the weakness of supposedly "progressive" and "socialist" politicians in America and around the world.
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Candace Owens and Sean Hannity Fearmonger About Bernie Sanders, Anti-Muslim Authoritarian Crackdown in India, Cenk Uygur's Anti-Union Company Policy and More
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I break down two Fox News videos and analyze articles about Cenk Uygur, India's increasing problem of Hindu nationalist violence sanctioned by the Modi regime, the return of far-right politics in Germany and Bernie Sanders' comments about Cuba and the Castro regime.
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What Are Bernie's Chances Now? | w/ Nomiki Konst
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Awesome to have Nomiki Konst on the show for the first time! We talk Bernie Sanders, will the DNC try anything funny, the state of cable news, and more. Make sure to search for and subscribe to 'The Nomiki Show' as well.By David Doel
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Ben Shapiro's Stale Straw Man of Bernie, The Five's Terrible Debate Analysis, Leftward Shift in Ireland, The Reality of the Trump Economy and More
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I break down video clips from Ben Shapiro and The Five and analyze articles concerning the recent Irish elections, the reality of America's current economy, the rank anti-Medicare For All propaganda and the Trump administration's crackdown on voting stocks.
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Cenk Uygur Joins David To Discuss CA-25, Media, And The Primaries
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TYT founder and Justice Democrats co-founder Cenk Uygur joins me to discuss his race for CA-25, what cable news might do if Bernie Sanders wins, and if Michael Bloomberg can fool enough people with ads to make a dent in the primary race.By David Doel
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February 7th, 2020 | Rational Live!
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Mike Bloomberg Says Bernie Would’ve Beat Trump; Pete Buttigieg Inserts Fake Applause Into Campaign Clip; CNN Declares Pete ‘Winner’ Despite Their Own Reporting Discussing Errors; Andrew Yang Fires Dozens Of Staffers; Greta Thunberg Throws Shade At Trudeau For Being Two-Faced; Bernie Sanders Town Hall Highlights; Bernie Wins Iowa With A Racially Div…
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The "Far-Left" and "Far-Right" False Equivalence
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I break down clips of AOC and The Hill TV's Rising and also explain why the so-called "far-left" is nowhere near as bad as the far-right, contrary to popular centrist belief.
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Bernie's Canadian Impact; Trudeau's Sham; CPC's New Leader? | w/Christo Aivalis
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Historian and YouTuber Christo Aivalis joins me to discuss Trudeau's meeting with Juan Guaido, the Conservative leadership race, and how a Bernie Sanders presidency could impact Canada.By David Doel
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January 24th, 2020 | Rational Live!
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Markets Are Not Inherently Bad SPECIAL
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I break down two disgusting PragerU videos and explain why I believe markets aren't inherently bad, particularly for consumer/luxury goods.
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January 17th, 2020 | Rational Live!
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Utilizing meditation to reduce gun violence | w/Director X
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The great Director X (legendary music video director, best known for Drake's Hotline Bling) joins me to discuss his work with Operation Prefrontal Cortex, utilizing mindfulness to reduce gun violence.By David Doel
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Special- Contradictions in American Conservatism, Escalation with Iran
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I breakdown the contradictions in American conservative thought as I perceive them and rant about the US' current escalation of tensions with Iran.
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Michelle Obama and Jenna Bush's Elitist Love Fest, PragerU's Classic Christmas Video, Screwed American Steelworkers, Iranian Uprising, Fascism in the UK and More
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I breakdown two cringeworthy elitist videos and articles on the Iranian Uprising, the further abandonment of American steelworkers, the destruction of labor movements in the UK and the evangelical Trump base's utter hypocrisy and moral depravity.
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Hegseth and Prager Defend US Empire, Trump in Desperation, Big Trouble in Little Bolivia, Lebanese Working Class Strikes Back!
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In this episode I cover 2 PragerU videos, the Bolivian Coup, a letter sent to me my Donald Trump, a working class revolt in Lebanon, and the coup in Bolivia.
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Dane Posner Owns Kaitlin Bennett, Dinesh D'Souza Defends Exploitation, the WFP Endorses Warren, UAW Strike and More
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My friend Dane Posner owns a smug "libertarian" girl, Dinesh D'Souza fails to defend capitalist exploitation of workers, the Working Families Party Endorses Elizabeth Warren, the UAW strokes continue and Trump wants to pull troops from Syria and leave the Kurds to be slaughtered.
15/09/19 AM Austen Evans
01/09/2019 AM Maxine Roberts
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Ingraham and Crenshaw vs Piker, Chomsky on Conservatism, Sri Lankan University Strikes, Philly Labor Movement and More
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I break down a discussion between Congressman Dan Crenshaw and Laura Ingraham and an interview clip of Noam Chomsky on conservatism. I also break down news stories such as the Sri Lankan university employee strikes, transportation worker strikes in Spain, the Hong Kong Protests and the history of the American labor movement, which essentially start…
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Election 2019: Canadians Want A Wealth Tax | w/Christo Aivalis
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I talk with historian and YouTuber Christo Aivalis about the upcoming Canadian election, and where the NDP fits in.By David Doel
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Joe Biden's Losing It. Can Bernie & Warren Capitalize? | w/Benjamin Dixon
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I talk with Benjamin Dixon, host of The Benjamin Dixon Show, to get his thoughts on the Democratic Primary race thus far.By David Doel
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2020 Democratic Race & Debates and Gun Control SPECIAL
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I break down my favorite and least favorite candidates on the Democratic side for the 2020 election and outline my position on the mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton and gun control in general.
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Democratic Socialism Explained w/Christo Aivalis
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I talk with historian and YouTube commentator Christo Aivalis about the risk of Americans idealizing Canada, and his breakdown of what democratic socialism is.By David Doel
04/08/19 AM - David Lee - Psalm 121
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Aldridge Parish Church Sermon Podcast


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16/06/19 AM - Steve Doel - Mark 3:7-19 - "Renewing a Nation"
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Sermon from this morning's service.
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02/06/19 AM - Andrew Sledge - Mark 2:18-3:6 - "Revolutionising the Sabbath"
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Revolutionizing the Sabbath - Mark 2:18-3:6
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26/05/19 AM - Mary Edwards - Mark 2:13-17 - "Offering Heavenly Medicine"
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Mary talks about "Offering Heavenly Medicine". This morning's bible passage is Mark 2:13-17.
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19/05/19 AM - Steve Doel - Mark 2:1-12 - "Forgiving Sins"
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Steve's message this morning was on "Forgiving Sins" and Mark 2:1-12. However, this week's recording was stopped as Steve shared a personal message for the church.
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12/05/19 PM - Steve Doel - John 11 - "I Am the Resurrection and the Life"
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Steve preaches on John 11 - "I am the Resurrection and the Life"
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12/05/19 AM - David Lee - Mark 1:29-45 "Mending a Broken World"
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David speaks on "Mending a Broken World", based on Mark 1:29-45.
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David Doel joins Michael Brooks to discuss the 2019 Canadian election
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David Doel joins Michael Brooks on The Michael Brooks Show to discuss the upcoming Canadian election, the NDP's chances, and if the Greens are moving in a new direction.By David Doel
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The Left Side of Liberty


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Slimeball Ted Cruz Plays the Victim Twice, Bernie is Now Advocating Actual Quasi-Socialist Policies, Tamil Nadu Auto Strikes, Black Vest Protests and More
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I break down two Ted Cruz videos on internet censorship, an article in Jacobin on Bernie Sanders, two articles from WSWS on strikes and protests in India and France and the recent halfhearted "condemnations" of the Israeli occupation of Palestine by Democratic presidential candidates Pete Buttigieg and Joe Biden.…
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Jesus and Capitalism (Again), Stossel on Venezuela, AOC's Border Visit, Greek Austerity Disaster and More
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I break down videos from PragerU and John Stossel and also analyze news articles from The Hill, The Guardian, Jacobin and the World Socialist Web Site.
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Bernie Proven Right AGAIN | AOC Describes Border Camps | Morning Joe Screwed Hickenlooper
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YouTube Segments:MSNBC Guest: ‘Bernie’s Problem Is That He's Too Consistent'“People Drink From Toilets”: AOC Tours Border FacilityHickenlooper 2020 ‘In Shambles’ After Taking Morning Joe’s AdviceAnother Bernie Healthcare Claim Proven TrueJewish Protestors Stand Up To ICEBy David Doel
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Kamala Wrecks Biden | Debate Night 2 Breakdown
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YouTube Segments:Kamala Harris Wrecks Joe Biden In First DebateNight 2 | Democratic Debate BreakdownBy David Doel
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Trudeau, Canadian Media, & NDP’s ’New Deal’ w/Christo Aivalis
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My discussion with Canadian historian and commentator Christo Aivalis.Find Christo on:Twitter - http://Twitter.com/ChristoAivalisYouTube - https://YouTube.com/channel/UCs9-XIXPfAF465u3OVdMILgFacebook - https://facebook.com/christoaivalishistorianBy David Doel
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Debate Night 1 | Tulsi Owns Ryan | MSNBC Fights Itself | Ugh Beto | Winners & Losers
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YouTube Segments:Tulsi Gabbard Embarrasses Tim Ryan In First DebateMSNBC's Lawrence Shreds Donny For “Pure Guesswork” After DebateBeto Skirts Debate Question TWICE, Speaks Spanish InsteadNight 1 | Democratic Debate BreakdownBy David Doel
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Reza and Russell on Jesus being Anticapitalist, Tucker Carlson vs. Koch Brothers Mayor Pete's Cop Fetish, Bernie defends Lula, and More
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I break down a videos from Russell Brand (featuring religious scholar Reza Aslan) and Tucker Carlson. I also examine articles covering South Bend mayor Pete Buttigieg's atrocious record on police brutality issues, ex-Brazilian president Lula's politically-motivated imprisonment, the impact of US sanctions on the Iranian working class, and I also ex…