Best James Bellerjeau Podcasts (2024)

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E069: Interview with Green Beret Daniel Pace - Telling your story 1:08:02

8h ago1:08:02

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E069 Interview - Dan Pace Key takeaway: Join Dan, a retired Special Forces Officer, author, and ethics instructor, as he, Randy, and James discuss some of the challenges of reinventing ourselves as we transition from one career to another in mid-life. Topics covered in this video: How Dan made his way to the Army …

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E068: Is College Worth It? 42:24

9d ago42:24

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E068 Is College Worth It? Key takeaway: College takes years and can cost a lot of money, and deciding whether to go (and where and what to study) are key decisions. Randy and James discuss the pros and cons Topics covered in this video: It feels differently going to college straight from high school versus going l…

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E067: Rangers or Green Berets 51:44

19d ago51:44

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E067 Rangers vs. Green Berets Key takeaway: Randy explains the differences between Rangers and Green Berets and along the way shares a wealth of information about the special forces and what they do Topics covered in this video: Green Beret is the same thing as Special Forces; it refers to the hat typically worn f…

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E066: Tom Kelley, ASH Chemistry Teacher 1:16:38

29d ago1:16:38

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Key takeaway: Tom discusses his career teaching chemistry to students at the American School of the Hague and why he thinks ASH was so transformative for teachers and students alike Topics covered in this video: How a leaky roof led Tom and his wife to Holland Getting hired to teach at ASH Life (including new life) in Holland; how to navigate inevi…

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PW E065 Marketing Basics for Self-Published Authors 1:17:50

2M ago1:17:50

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E065 Marketing Basics for Self-Published Authors Key takeaway: Many self-published authors spend as much time marketing their work as they do writing it. Randy and James explore tips and tools for self-publishers looking for success Topics covered in this video: Writing a good book is just the start – self-publish…

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PW E064 The Ins and Outs of Self-Publishing 1:05:08

2M ago1:05:08

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E064 The Ins and Outs of Self-Publishing Key takeaway: A detailed look at the steps to self-publishing, including how and why to do it, what it costs, and how to produce the best book you can Topics covered in this video: Most first-time authors assume they need to publish traditionally; they may be better served …

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E063 Should you Traditionally Publish or Self-Publish your books? 49:49

3M ago49:49

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E063 Should you Traditionally Publish or Self-Publish your books? Key takeaway: Randy and James discuss key differences between traditional publishing and self-publishing, and what a budding author might choose one over the other Topics covered in this video: What is self-publishing? Contrast publishing with one o…

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PW E062 Where Do People Choose to Live and Why? 23:35

3M ago23:35

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E062 Where Do People Choose to Live and Why? Key takeaway: It’s easier than ever for people to live anywhere in the world. What drives your choices of where to live, and what are some criteria to keep in mind before choosing Topics covered in this video: We’re in a unique period of human history, no longer individ…

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PW E061 Stuff – What Our Possessions Say About Us 57:26

3M ago57:26

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E061 Stuff – What Our Possessions Say About Us Key takeaway: We have more stuff than ever, but is having it making us happier? If not, why not? Randy and James explore what things they had at different points in their lives, what have been the things of lasting value, and how to make our possessions serve our purp…

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E060 Military and Civilian HR with MSgt (Ret) Gayle Elliot 1:03:18

3M ago1:03:18

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E060 Interview - Gayle Elliot Key takeaway: Far more important than what happens to us are the narratives we tell ourselves about what our story means. Gayle describes some of the many lessons she learned in 20 years in the Air Force and now working in HR in a private company. Topics covered in this video: Gayle’s…

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PW E059 Hiking the Camino de Santiago with Steven Rindahl, founder of Warriors on the Way 39:10

4M ago39:10

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E059 Hiking the Camino de Santiago with Steven Rindahl, founder of Warriors on the Way Key takeaway: Father Rindahl explains the nonprofit Warriors on the Way and its mission to help combat veterans deal with the trauma of PTSD and moral injury (see the prior episode for details). How does a person apply to join t…

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PW E058 Helping Veterans with PTSD on the Camino de Santiago. Interview with Steven Rindahl, Founder of Warriors on the Way. 1:04:05

4M ago1:04:05

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E058 Helping Veterans with PTSD on the Camino de Santiago. Interview with Steven Rindahl, Founder of Warriors on the Way. Key takeaway: Father Rindahl tells us what he learned about treating PTSD and Moral Injury while serving as an Army Chaplain. He explains how he uses his nonprofit Warriors on the Way to lead v…

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PW E057 Where Have All the Heroes Gone. Interview with Author Jeff Tiegs. 35:13

4M ago35:13

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E057 Where Have All the Heroes Gone. Interview with Author Jeff Tiegs Key takeaway: We continue our discussion with Jeff Tiegs, now discussing the book he wrote describing his faith and his military career, Where Have All The Heroes Gone? Topics covered in this video: What were some of Jeff’s main sources of inspi…

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PW E056 Fighting Human Trafficking with Skull Games and Jeff Tiegs 59:55

4M ago59:55

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E056 Interview - Jeff Tiegs, part 1 (Skull Games) Key takeaway: What kind of person devotes their life first to the military and then founds a nonprofit to fight sex trafficking? Jeff takes us through his experiences and why he does what he does. This leads to a discussion of the book he wrote describing his faith…

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PWPE055 How thinking about vices helps us keep a healthy relationship with them 28:47

4M ago28:47

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E055 Vices Key takeaway: How thinking about vices helps us keep a healthy relationship with them Topics covered in this video: What do we consider vices (unhealthy habits, things we wish we wouldn’t do) A vice can be both things we do and things we don’t do Distinguishing between harmful and not-so-harmful vices -…

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PWE054 Interview with Kostas Mallios - Creating a meaningful career and a successful life 1:01:15

5M ago1:01:15

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E054 Interview with Kostas Mallios - Creating a meaningful career and a successful life Key takeaway: From a pizza restaurant to formative years at Microsoft and now GM of Applied AI at Applied Materials, Kostas provides unique insights on how to create a meaningful career and successful life Topics covered in thi…

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PWE053 Myths about being an Author 48:21

5M ago48:21

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E053 Myths of Being an Author Key takeaway: Randy and James talk about myths and misunderstandings of being an author. From plotting to publishing, from reading to tools, your hosts explore the world of writing and publishing. Topics covered in this video: Can anyone write a book, and what does it take? Distinguis…

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PWE052 Discussing the T-Shaped lawyer with Peter Conner 1:04:29

5M ago1:04:29

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E052 Interview - Peter Connor Key takeaway: Peter discusses his legal career, first in a variety of business settings and then running his own company. He describes the T-Shaped Lawyer concept and why he believes it is a great way for lawyers to deliver value to their businesses in turbulent times. Topics covered …

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PWE051 How to find work-life balance? 33:53

5M ago33:53

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E051 How to Find Work-Life Balance? Key takeaway: What is work-life balance, and what are some myths surrounding it? Is it achievable? Do we even want to achieve it? We share reasons why a person might want to embrace targeted imbalance. Topics covered in this video: Significant progress in work and private life s…

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PWE050 ASH Interview with Richard Freedberg - Teaching Drama for 39 years in The Netherlands 1:16:52

6M ago1:16:52

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E050 Interview – Richard Freedberg Key takeaway: We don’t always know what decisions will be important in life, but we do reveal our character with our choices. Richard shares stories from four decades of running the theater program at the American School of the Hague. Topics covered in this video: What can a teac…

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PWE049 Interview with Amy Tibbets - Motherhood, New Careers, and Working for a Church 45:02

6M ago45:02

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E049 ASH Interview with Amy Tibbets - Motherhood, New Careers, and Working for a Church Key takeaway: Amy describes her time at the American School of Hague, her diverse career path, and myths and misconceptions people have about working for a church Topics covered in this video: An overwhelming start at ASH Why A…

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PWE048 Misconceptions about Healthcare in the VA and the Military 35:04

6M ago35:04

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E048 Misconceptions about Healthcare in the VA and and the Military Key takeaway: Randy and James dispel some myths and misconceptions about VA and military healthcare Topics covered in this video: What healthcare is offered while a person is serving in the military Qualifications of military doctors, and how thei…

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PWE047 Misconceptions about Healthcare in Europe vs the US 36:08

6M ago36:08

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E047 Misconceptions about Healthcare in Europe vs US Key takeaway: Randy and James discuss healthcare systems in the Americas and Europe, drawing on their personal experience, and offer tips on how to be your own best advocate for your health. Topics covered in this video: Why the headlines about the cost of medic…

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PWE046 Misconceptions of Homeschooling with Laura Graves 1:12:03

6M ago1:12:03

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E046 Misconceptions about Homeschooling with Laura Graves Key takeaway: There are many myths about homeschooling. Laura talks about these and gives a clear-eyed look about what homeschooling is really like, including the costs and the many benefits. Topics covered in this video: Laura’s bio: early university gradu…

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PWE045 End of Year Thanks to our Listeners! 10:28

6M ago10:28

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E44 2023 Year-End Thanks Key takeaway: A look back on the first year of the Passionately Wrong podcast. Where do listeners come from, what do they enjoy, and how do Randy and James feel about the year. Also, what’s ahead. Topics covered in this video: Forty four episodes since our start in February, pretty much we…

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PWE044 Myths about Moving to Foreign Countries 36:10

7M ago36:10

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E044 Myths about Moving to Foreign Countries Key takeaway: Randy and James draw on their extensive experience moving to and living in a variety of countries around the world to illuminate pitfalls and share best practices about how to make your move a success. Topics covered in this video: Things to consider if yo…

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PWE043 Russian Personal Finance Author Denis Gorbunov 1:00:44

7M ago1:00:44

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E043 Interview - Denis Gorbunov Key takeaway: Denis shares what it's been like moving from Russia to the Czech Republic and now Germany, as well as moving from a physicist in a laboratory to a management role, and how to keep developing in life. He shares his journey to becoming a personal finance author. Topics c…

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E042 Myths and Misconceptions about Legal Contracts 35:55

7M ago35:55

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E042 Contracts Key takeaway: Contracts - what are they, how they are created, when do we need them, Topics covered in this video: James describes the requirements for contract formation - offer, acceptance, consideration People enter into contracts all the time online without realizing it, with each click of an “A…

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E041 What's Wrong with your Diet? 37:56

7M ago37:56

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E041 What’s Wrong With Your Diet? Key takeaway: When it comes to diet, there are more things that seem not to work than are obviously useful. Randy and James discuss various approaches, including restricted calories, increased activity, intermittent fasting, and plant-based diets. Topics covered in this video: Why…

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E040 Type 1 Diabetes, Mountain Endurance Running, and Hedonistic Stoicism with Natalia Roman Lopez 1:26:38

7M ago1:26:38

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E040 Interview - Natalia Roman Lopez Key takeaway: Career and mountain endurance athlete Natalia Roman discusses her approach to hedonistic stoicism, lessons from ultrarunning, and what she learned after being diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes Topics covered in this video: Natalia describes why she came to Switzerlan…

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E039 Myths about Military Careers 39:06

8M ago39:06

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E039 A Military Career Key takeaway: What a military career is like, and who is suited for one Topics covered in this video: What kinds of people might be interested and suited How military service pays - initially and over time Recruiters from the different branches have varying offers at different times Does the…

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E038 Myths about Enlisting in the Military 45:25

8M ago45:25

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E038 Myths about Enlisting in the Military Key takeaway: A military career can be varied and rewarding, but how do you set yourself up from success from the start? Randy provides perspective on preparing for enlisting, thinking through what you might want, and how to succeed once you’re in. Topics covered in this …

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E037 Running Marathons and Beyond 57:08

8M ago57:08

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E037 Running Marathons and Beyond Key takeaway: A regular fitness habit is key to not just health but happiness and success in life. Randy and James talk about their various endurance exploits, from marathons to special forces courses, and what these experiences taught them. Topics covered in this video: What is a…

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E036 Why Don't Smart People Agree? 40:07

8M ago40:07

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E036 Why Don’t Smart People Agree? Key takeaway: Smart people don’t disagree for a variety of reasons, having to do with their background, their sources of information, and their motivation. In this episode, Randy and James discuss reasons why people disagree and a variety of things one can do to have better discu…

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E035 Myths of Being a Freelance Editor 40:41

9M ago40:41

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Key takeaway: Randy gives an overview of what an editor does, how editors work, and why a writer might benefit from the various services an editor can provide. Suggestions for budding authors and editors. Topics covered in this video: A day in the life of an editor - Randy’s path to becoming an editor, and how he spends his time now Paid work, free…

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E034 Conformity and Nonconformity 29:42

9M ago29:42

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E034 Conformity and Nonconformity Key takeaway: Conformism vs. nonconformism is an issue that comes up often in life. It comes up when you are young and trying to figure out what to do. It comes up in business. Consider the context, be thoughtful, and accept that there’s probably a reason for the rule. Be effectiv…

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E033 Working and Understanding the System 40:19

9M ago40:19

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E033 Understanding Organization Systems Key takeaway: To be most effective at work, you need to understand the systems that your organization follows. They may be written or unwritten, but your first task is understanding how things really work. Then, if not everything is working perfectly, you might be able to ma…

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E032 Tools to Keep Better Informed 29:31

10M ago29:31

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E032 Tools to Keep Better Informed Key takeaway: Randy and James explore why it’s so hard to feel well-informed nowadays, and what we can do to improve our chances. Among other tools: keep an open mind, be open to the possibility you could be wrong, collect information before making snap judgments, gather informat…

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E031 Establishing Good Financial Habits 37:49

10M ago37:49

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E031 Establishing Good Financial Habits Key takeaway: Pay attention to small decisions because they add up over time, and use the power of time to your advantage. Imagine your future self, and use that picture to help set goals and guide yourself now. Don’t inflate your expenses as your income grows. Some other mi…

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E030 Myths of Lawyers 31:23

10M ago31:23

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Key takeaway: Randy asks James a series of questions about the legal profession. What do lawyers do, where do they spend their time, when should you consider hiring one, and more. We discuss why women struggle, even though more women go to law school than men, and how lawyers are treated in countries outside the U.S. Topics covered in this video: H…

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E029 How To Live a Long Life. 34:39

10M ago34:39

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E029 Longevity Key takeaway: Randy and James explore a wide range of factors that go into making up a long life, including how to live a good life. While traditional things like diet and exercise play a role, what seems even more important are finding meaning, fostering relationships, and being flexible enough to …

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E028 The Camino de Santiago 55:28

11M ago55:28

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E028 The Camino de Santiago Key takeaway: Randy decided to hike the Camino de Santiago the year he retired from the military, a 500-mile pilgrimage traveled by 1000s of people from around the world. Topics covered in this video: What’s the Camino like Why do people hike the Camino Support the Show. Thanks for list…

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E027 Bill Clayton 57:04

11M ago57:04

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E027 ASH Interview with Bill Clayton Topics covered in this video: Bill’s time in the Hague, in middle school and his senior year of high school London, New Jersey, Houston, New York, South Carolina - stops on the journey The middle school projects were magical (Holland, France, England, Greece) Amazing teacher en…

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E026 Erek Dorman 52:44

11M ago52:44

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E026 ASH Interview with Erek Dorman Key takeaway: History is alive and all around us. Erek sees it and helps bring it alive for anyone who’s interested Topics covered in this video: Erek’s years at ASH and the years growing up before ASH Culture shock on moving back to the US from Europe Attitudes toward drinking …

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E025 Felicia Rodriguez, Part 2 37:46

11M ago37:46

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E024, Part 2 Interview with Felicia Rodriguez We hear about sexual assault quite often, but what do we really understand about victims, offenders, the legal system and how our culture, gender roles and unconscious biases influence us in this controversial topic? Join Felicia Rodriguez, former Sexual Assault specia…

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E024 Felicia Rodriguez, Part 1 51:35

11M ago51:35

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E024, Part 1 Interview with Felicia Rodriguez We hear about sexual assault quite often, but what do we really understand about victims, offenders, the legal system and how our culture, gender roles and unconscious biases influence us in this controversial topic? Join Felicia Rodriguez, former Sexual Assault specia…

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E023 Fitness Habits 32:57

12M ago32:57

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E023 Fitness Habits Key takeaway: Randy and James share their personal fitness journeys and what they’ve learned along the way about how to cultivate a healthy attitude toward fitness. Topics covered in this video: James’s experience with fitness, and how he came to it in middle age Randy’s experience with fitness…

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E022 Myths About the Military Pt2 35:40

12M ago35:40

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Key takeaway: We cover some basics about how people enter the armed forces as enlisted soldiers versus those who enter as officers. Randy describes how the different enlisted ranks and officers would work with one another. We get into some details of uniforms and badges, and this leads us into a discussion of the Q course and some of what Randy did…

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E021 - Interview with Army Chaplain Charlie Shields 1:16:23

12M ago1:16:23

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Topics covered in this video: Charlie’s start in the military as a Ranger, then departure and theology training What the Master’s of Divinity training is like and why he sought a Doctorate of Ministry Charlie explains why the Army has Chaplains - America is a country of faith, and needs religious leaders in uniform Chaplains are soldiers, and meet …

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E020 Myths about the Military Part 1 25:02

1y ago25:02

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Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E020 Myths about the Military Part 1 Key takeaway: The military is a subset of society and reflects society. That’s why, for example, not everyone in the military has guns at home. It’s why you’ll see people with high school degrees, college degrees, and advanced degrees join. The military offers many opportunitie…

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