Best Ian Archer Podcasts (2024)

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Interview with an East German Border Guard (373) 1:14:34

9h ago1:14:34

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Today is the 35th anniversary of the Berlin Wall and East German border opening in the autumn of 1989. In this riveting episode, I speak with Dietmar Schultke, a member of the Grenztruppen, the East German Border Guards and delve into the life of those responsible for preventing escapes over the Berlin Wall and the East German Border. Dietmar opens…

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A Worried Father // Ian Young // November 7, 2024 4:08

8h ago4:08

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The enemy's lies often lead me to believe that if I dwell on every "what if," every potential scenario, and all the things that could go wrong, I will be better prepared when these challenges arise. This tendency has been particularly evident during my wife Olivia's pregnancy. However, I have found support from others when I have struggled to bring…

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Anchored - Part 5 33:34

7d ago33:34

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Anchored - Part 5 by Chestnut Ridge ChurchBy Chestnut Ridge Church

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From Vulcan to Gannet: A Cold War career in the Royal Air Force 58:54

15m ago58:54

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This episode is brought to you by the Avro Heritage Museum at Woodford near Manchester where I am a volunteer. Trevor Jackson is also one of the volunteers, but unlike me he’s a former Vulcan pilot who shares with me his extraordinary career. From his early days with the Royal Air Force Cadet Force to flying iconic aircraft like the BAC Jet Provost…

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Suffering // Brittany Luzier // October 31, 2024 3:50

12h ago3:50

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On Sunday, Pastor Josh Rhodes reminded us of an often-overlooked truth: suffering for our faith is not just something Jesus warned us about but something He shared in, for our sake. As Christians, we’re called not only to endure hardship but to see it as an honor—a mark of our shared identity with Christ. This truth can deepen our understanding of …

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A Glass Half Full / Ridge Weekly Podcast Crossover 1:09:05

1h ago1:09:05

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I know what you are thinking. They misplaced a podcast. Don't worry. This was very intentional because in our recent episode of Glass Half Full, a separate podcast produced by the Ridge that brings joyful and uplifting content for your month, we gave a sneak peak of something new coming to the Ridge Weekly Podcast. Listen to this fun episode and fi…

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Suffering // Anchored - Part 4 38:42

3d ago38:42

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Pastor Josh continues our "Anchored" series, teaching from 1 Peter 4:12-19. In this talk, we'll explore the significance of suffering for our faith and discover how enduring hardships for Jesus is honor—echoing the sacrifice He made for us.// Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes // Join us online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www…

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Doorsteps of Hell - a US Marine platoon commander in the Vietnam War (371) 1:23:44

12d ago1:23:44

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As Tom Williams fought the enemy, every day, without fail, he would record the day’s events in his diary. It is these diaries (which Tom has to this day), that enable him to tell the story of Vietnam in the late sixties/early seventies, like it really was. I talk with Tom about his book “Doorsteps of Hell” where he offers an honest, unembellished a…

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Holy Living Starts at Home // Jaclyn Fitchett // October 24, 2024 3:48

6d ago3:48

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When Pastor Josh said, "Holy living starts at home," it struck a chord in me. As he mentioned, home is where our guard is let down. As long as no one else sees the chaos, we can hide our weaknesses from the world by downplaying or justifying them. We often walk out of church on Sunday as if God stays at the church—but that is not the case; God know…

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Family // Anchored - Part 3 32:02

10d ago32:02

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Walking us through 1 Peter 3:1-7, Pastor Josh reminds us that if we desire to live holy, God-honoring lives in public as citizens or employees, we must first honor God in our closest relationships in our homes.// Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes // Join us live online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www.theridge.church/live…

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How the Cold War almost destroyed European Football (370) 44:17

12d ago44:17

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In the late 1960s European club football competitions were thriving However unexpected events in 1968 threatened its survival. I delve into the fascinating world of European football during the Cold War era with Craig McCracken, a self-described peddler and purveyor of quasi obscure retro football nostalgia via the 'Beyond The Last Man' blog. We ex…

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Design Patterns w/ Mary Perry 1:15:39

12d ago1:15:39

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Design patterns can be very useful, but can also be weaponized as a way to "prove" that someone is doing something the "wrong" way. Mary has been thinking a lot about the good side of knowing design patterns, so we sat down to chat about them.By Chris Morrell

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Residents of Earth, Citizens of Heaven // Andrew Archer // October 17, 2024 4:07

13d ago4:07

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This past Sunday, Pastor Josh taught from 1 Peter 2 how, as “citizens of heaven, we are to live honorably as citizens of earth.” I couldn’t help but think of the Olympians representing their countries in Paris this summer. Whether hailing from Germany, Spain, Greece, or the USA, they temporarily resided in Paris and, while there, represented their …

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Trust // Anchored - Part 2 38:57

28d ago38:57

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Pastor Josh dives back into 1 Peter, looking at chapter 2 to show us how to live out our faith in a way that honors God and those in authority, even in times of disagreement or opposition as followers of Jesus.// Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes // Join us live online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www.theridge.church/live…

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Nuclear Missions - a Canadian CF104 Starfighter Pilot's Story (369) 1:11:06

18d ago1:11:06

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Flying at high speed and low level, RCAF pilot Allen French was at the sharp end of potential nuclear bombing missions during the Cold War. Born at the dawn of the baby boomer era, Allen delves into his early inspirations, his father's service in the Royal Canadian Air Force, and the pivotal moments that led him to join the Air Force. From training…

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Hope Amid the Storm // Grace Hill // October 10, 2024 3:31

1M ago3:31

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Given the absolute destruction Hurricane Helene has caused, my mind has been flooded with hopelessness for the past week; yet, amid the storm and beyond, many beautiful stories of hope existed. As powerful as it was, Hurricane Helene did not have the final say. In the same way, the trials and suffering we face in this life do not have the final wor…

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355 - My Life Changing Experience at Dr. Joe Dispenza’s Retreat 59:39

27d ago59:39

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Welcome to another Best Of She Sells Radio episode! This is one of the most viewed YouTube podcast episodes, and rightfully so. So much of my success is due to the learnings I’ve experienced through Dr. Joe Dispenza. That’s why this episode is so profound and exemplifies exactly what this show is about. I am rarely as excited as I am today to be pr…

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354 - Abundance Selling vs. Scarcity Selling with Ian 1:10:10

22d ago1:10:10

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As we move into a new phase with the podcast, we’re doing something a little different today. We’ve got some new things happening that are so exciting, but in the middle of the surgery, it looks like a murder. Have you ever had those moments where you see the vision, but there’s an in-between time that is hard to wait through. But in the meantime, …

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Hope // Anchored - Part 1 39:04

1M ago39:04

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Pastor Josh kicks off "Anchored," a journey into the book of 1 Peter to help us discover how Christ and His Word give us strength to face life's storms. This week, Pastor Josh dives into 1 Peter 1:3-12, reminding us that our hope in Christ gives us strength, resilience, and joy when facing trials and tribulations.// Verses and message notes: www.th…

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The KGB Spies Next Door (368) 1:04:21

25d ago1:04:21

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In the sleepy suburb of Ruislip in London during the late 1950s, life was anything but exciting for Gay Search, a 15-year-old girl. Little did she know, her mundane existence was about to be shattered by a shocking revelation that would turn her world upside down. This is the gripping tale of suburban espionage, the story begins with the seemingly …

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Leadership // Bruce Lane // October 3, 2024 3:44

1M ago3:44

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People flourish, and organizations thrive when they have great leaders. Ultimately, Jesus is the leader and head of the Church, but He also established a need for local church leaders. On Sunday, Pastor Tim talked about the qualities of a Godly leader for the church. The most important quality is the leader’s character.…

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Godly Leaders // Running The Race - Part 5 36:34

1M ago36:34

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Sharing his final message as our Senior Pastor, Pastor Tim concludes our "Running the Race" series by discussing four essential qualities of a pastor and commissioning our new Senior Pastor at The Ridge, Josh Rhodes.// Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes//Join us live online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www.theridge.church/live…

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From Sydney to the Vietnam War: An Australian Soldier's Cold War Journey (367) 1:19:55

1M ago1:19:55

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In this gripping episode of Cold War Conversations, we hear the remarkable first-hand account of John Brooker, an Australian veteran who takes us on a journey from the streets of Sydney to the battlefields of Vietnam. John shares his experiences from joining the Citizens Military Force (CMF) to his deployment with the Royal New South Wales Lancers …

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Qualities of a Church Family // Katie Lemley // September 26, 2024 3:57

2M ago3:57

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When I was about four or five, my neighbors invited me to church. They would allow me to go with them to church whenever I wanted. They were being the hands and feet of Jesus by showing me that I was important to God. My neighbors' simple invitation to church has impacted my life throughout my school years and even today.…

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God's Family // Running The Race - Part 4 40:30

2M ago40:30

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Diving back into the book of Titus, Pastor Josh teaches us about six qualities of a church family that, when lived out, help us become the kind of community God intended. // Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes//Join us live online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www.theridge.church/live…

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Ep#110: Brooms Not Cutlases: Guyana’s Histories with Dr Oneka LaBennett 55:02

1M ago55:02

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In this episode Familiar Stranger Emma Quilty sat down with Associate Professor Oneka LaBennett to talk about her most recent book, Global Guyana: Shaping Race, Gender, and Environment in the Caribbean and BeyondBy Your Familiar Strangers

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Unveiling Cold War Secrets: Hack Green Regional Seat of Government Bunker museum (366) 1:22:00

2M ago1:22:00

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It's 40 years since the film Threads was shown on British TV. It portrayed the effects of a nuclear attack on the city of Sheffield, England and the eventual long-term effects of nuclear war on civilization. It therefore seems apt to publish a tour I had of the Hack Green Regional Seat of Government Bunker museum. Nestled in the heart of Cheshire, …

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Side Projects w/ Joe Tannenbaum 56:21

1M ago56:21

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Joe Tannenbaum is thinking about starting a podcast about side projects. So we took an afternoon to talk through what that might look like.By Chris Morrell

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Growing with God // Roger Sealey // September 19, 2024 3:22

2M ago3:22

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Where do you want to grow? Where is your life's foundation? Growing with God takes planning, diligence, and effort. It isn't just about hearing a message on Sunday; it's about digging deeper into His Word daily for a sound foundation.By Chestnut Ridge Church

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353 - Reinventing Yourself After 40 with Allison Hare 40:47

1M ago40:47

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Today, I get to bring you an absolutely phenomenal woman and human being. I’m interviewing one of our very first graduates of the $10K Club and it’s incredible to hear her story and learn about what she has built in just a few short years. Allison Hare is a former corporate sales executive who left the corporate world to coach women - especially hi…

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Growth // Running The Race - Part 3 31:43

2M ago31:43

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Continuing our "Running the Race" series, Pastor Josh teaches that the goal of the Christian life is growth and shares three key aspects of spiritual growth. // Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes//Join us live online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www.theridge.church/liveBy Chestnut Ridge Church

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The Siege: The Remarkable Story of the Greatest SAS Hostage Drama with Ben Macintyre (365) 1:11:37

2M ago1:11:37

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On April 30, 1980, six heavily armed gunmen burst into the Iranian embassy on Princes Gate, overlooking Hyde Park in London. There they took 26 hostages, including embassy staff, visitors, and three British citizens. I talk with Britain’s bestselling historian Ben Macintyre who has written a new book called “The Siege: The Remarkable Story of the G…

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The Gift Box // Barb Barnhart // September 12, 2024 3:45

2M ago3:45

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When presenting the Gospel to young children, we often use a gift box to signify that God gives us the gift of Jesus. A few weeks ago, one of the four-year-olds turned to his leader and said, “I hate to tell them this, but Jesus is too big to fit in that box!” Often, we place Jesus in a small box in our lives. In the craziness of life, we don’t app…

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The Gospel // Running The Race - Part 2 35:50

2M ago35:50

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Pastor Tim leads us through Titus 2:11-13, showing us three reasons why the gospel is the most important message ever. // Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes//Join us live online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www.theridge.church/liveBy Chestnut Ridge Church

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From Sheffield to Sandhurst: A Cold War Territorial Soldier's Memories (364) 1:04:41

2M ago1:04:41

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Chris is a former member of the Yorkshire Volunteers, part of Cold War Britain’s Territorial reserve Army. This episode is a treasure trove of personal anecdotes, historical insights, and reflections on military life, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in military history and the Cold War era. Chris’s journey into the military began with…

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Windows and Mirrors // Andrew Archer // September 5, 2024 3:32

2M ago3:32

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As you read through the book of Titus and really the entirety of the Bible, you can learn who God is, what He’s like, His attributes, and quite frankly, what He is not like. However, we often miss out on getting to know God as we read our Bibles because we don’t read our Bibles with the intention of getting to know God. See, the Bible functions in …

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God // Running The Race - Part 1 35:18

2M ago35:18

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Pastor Tim dives into the book of Titus to kick off our new series, "Running the Race," uncovering five attributes of God that we can learn from reading this New Testament book.// Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes//Join us live online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www.theridge.church/live…

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From East Berlin to Ireland: A Cold War Journey of Resilience (363) 1:34:51

2M ago1:34:51

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Juli begins by recounting her early years in East Berlin, a time marked by the tragic loss of her father. Drafted into the army just days before her birth, her father continually deserted to see his family, ultimately leading to his untimely death. This early loss left Juli and her mother to navigate a harsh landscape in East Germany alone. Life in…

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Leading with Love // Adam Etris // August 29, 2024 4:47

2M ago4:47

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This past Sunday, our church celebrated Pastor Tim Haring and what God has done through him over almost 40 years. Pastors Matt Santen, Seth Broadhurst, and Josh Rhodes shared about Pastor Tim’s faithfulness, but the overall theme was how much love Tim has. Our calling may not be to leave everything to start a church like it was for Pastor Tim, but …

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The Art of Pairing with Strangers w/ Ben Holmen 59:48

2M ago59:48

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Ben Holmen started his Pair-amid scheme as an experiment in meeting new people and experiencing new code. He shared his calendar with the world, and booked pairing sessions with 15 complete strangers. The outcome? A bunch of new friends and new experiences. In this episode, Ben and Chris talk about pair programming, side projects, and how to find f…

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BRIXMIS and the Secret Cold War - Intelligence Collecting Operations Behind Enemy Lines in East Germany (362) 1:09:48

2M ago1:09:48

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BRIXMIS and its operations behind enemy lines continue to fascinate the listeners of Cold War Conversations. In August 2024 I was honoured to be invited to the National Army Museum in London to interview Andrew Long, the author of BRIXMIS and the Secret Cold War - Intelligence Collecting Operations Behind Enemy Lines in East Germany. The National A…

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A New Thing // Jamie Huggins // August 22, 2024 4:21

3M ago4:21

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Are we so resistant and fearful of change that we are blinded to the miraculous things God has in store? God wants to do something new right now in each of our lives, but we need to trust Him. Instead of relying on ourselves, we must have faith in God's promises and eyes to see past our current fears and doubts to whatever path He opens.…

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352 - Abundance Habits in Selling 31:05

3M ago31:05

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Welcome to a transformative episode of She Sells Radio! In this special recording of a live session, we dive into the powerful shift from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset. This spontaneous, heart-led dialogue, originally shared on Facebook Live, was inspired by my own journey and the incredible changes I’ve witnessed in our community. For…

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Seasons 32:52

3M ago32:52

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Change can bring all sorts of emotions and responses—some of excitement, some of grief, and some in between. Pastor Josh joins us for "Seasons" to help us navigate these emotions as we enter a new season by giving us insight into what God says about change and how we can prepare our hearts to handle it well. // Verses and message notes: www.theridg…

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To Catch a Spy - How the Spycatcher Affair Brought MI5 in from the Cold (361) 1:13:24

3M ago1:13:24

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The Spycatcher affair remains one of the most intriguing moments in the history of British intelligence and a pivotal point in the public's relationship with the murky world of espionage and security. It lifted the lid on alleged Soviet infiltration of British services and revealed a culture of law-breaking, bugging and burgling. But how much do we…

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A Heart of Contentment // Brittany Luzier // August 15, 2024 3:36

3M ago3:36

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Comparison often breeds covetousness, the desire for what others have. This desire can quickly spiral into discontentment, causing us to question God's provision and goodness. But covetousness is a thief of joy. It blinds us to the blessings we already possess and sows seeds of bitterness in our hearts.…

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Do Not Covet // Ten - Part 11 28:44

3M ago28:44

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Wrapping up our "Ten" series, Student Ministry Director Andrew Archer leads us through the Tenth Commandment, teaching that our hearts are restless until they find rest in Christ. // Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes//Join us live online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www.theridge.church/live…

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The longest-held prisoner of war in American history (360) 1:06:58

3M ago1:06:58

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Jack Downey was the longest-held prisoner of war in American history. He was a CIA officer captured in China during the Korean War and imprisoned for twenty-one years. I speak with Barry Werth the author of Prisoner of Lies - Jack Downey's Cold War. He details Downey’s story when the CIA recruited him as a new Yale graduate in the post-World War II…

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ReactPHP + Event Loops w/ Len Woodward 1:15:18

3M ago1:15:18

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ReactPHP is a low-level library for event-driven programming in PHP. It lets you write code that's much closer to the async/await style of JavaScript in PHP. In today's episode, Chris and Len talk about our experiments with ReactPHP. Links: ReactPHP Whiskey Community Prompts Conductor DawnBy Chris Morrell

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Do Not Lie // Ten - Part 10 36:02

3M ago36:02

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Lies trip us up. Many of us have told lies in the past and were terrified they would be exposed one day. As part of our "Ten" series, Pastor Tim unpacks the Ninth Commandment with the reminder that the truth really does set us free.By Chestnut Ridge Church

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