Best John Lovell Podcasts (2024)

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If Kamala Wins | 5 Predictions 28:34

2h ago28:34

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John Lovell breaks down what he thinks will happen if Kamala Harris wins this election.By John Lovell

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A Brand New Ancient Church 55:35

2d ago55:35

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In this week's sermon, Pastor John begins by asking who our tribe is, highlighting the importance of deep connections with fellow believers. He reflects on his own experiences, revealing that his true tribe is formed through the bond of faith within the church community. He warns against the isolating curse of the digital age, emphasizing the impor…

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Ep. 116-Mary Ann Willis and Dara Watson, Two Stories of Domestic Violence 29:10

2h ago29:10

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When 30-year-old mother Mary Ann Willis meets a charismatic airman stationed in Myrtle Beach in 1992, she quickly learns his claims of love were just a facade. Dara Watson is engaged to the man of her dreams until she unexpectedly goes missing in February 2012. What happened on the final days of her life is something her loved ones will never truly…

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Ep. 115-The Murders of Ashley Pegram, Nicole Lovell, and Joseph Emmett Naulty 23:58

5d ago23:58

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In 2015, 28-year-old Ashley Pegram goes missing from South Carolina after meeting up with a man she met on a dating app. When she doesn't return home, her family turns to the communication on messaging apps on her phone to help determine what happened to her. A Virginia Tech student lures a 13-year-old to her death by messaging through the Kik app,…

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Hurricane Helene | Lessons Learned 24:49

6d ago24:49

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John Lovell didn’t take Helene as seriously as he should’ve and paid a price. In today's episode John unpacks lessons learned from his own unpreparedness as the relentless force of Hurricane Helene barreled its way across Georgia.By John Lovell

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Episode 40: Jiří Dvořák, MD, Renowned Czech-Swiss Neurologist and Former FIFA Chief Medical Officer 1:04:31

7d ago1:04:31

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In this episode, we sit down with Czech-Swiss neurologist Dr. Jiří Dvořák, one of the world's foremost experts in sports medicine and spinal health. Born in a small village in Czechoslovakia, Jiří's path changed dramatically after the Soviet invasion in 1968, leading him to complete his medical studies in Switzerland. Over his 40-year career at the…

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To The Real Saints In Rome | Romans 1:1-7 57:33

9d ago57:33

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Marked with a reputation for in-depth theology and spiritual wisdom, the Book of Romans promises to provide Christians with some hard truths and challenging biblical concepts. Join us in a new series as Pastor John embarks on a journey through the Apostle Paul's letter to the ancient Romans, focusing on the servanthood component of our relationship…

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Episode 7: Eric Magrum on Emotional Intelligence of Sports Coaches 1:09:25

11d ago1:09:25

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Eric Magrum discusses his recent dissertation, “Emotional Intelligence in Coaching: Predicting Success of Collegiate Coaches.” Eric is a Professor at James Madison University. Listen to him! He’s doing cutting edge work!By John Camacho and Zack Hamilton

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Episode 6: Brian Moritz on Rooting for the Story and Sports Journalism 1:09:24

11d ago1:09:24

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Brian Moritz, the Sports Media Guy, at St. Bonaventura talks about his 2014 dissertation, “Rooting for the Story: Institutional Sports Journalism in the Digital Journalism” and the current state of sports journalism. Brian is brilliant! Listen to him especially aspiring sports journalists.By John Camacho and Zack Hamilton

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Episode 9: Darrell Lovell on Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) 52:35

11d ago52:35

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Darrell Lovell discusses his new book, “Name, Image, and Likeness Policies.” Darrell is one of the first in Academia to write a professional book on this topic. We discuss his book and the inner workings of academia. University Life is crazy and unpredictable, so listen to Darrell. He knows things.By John Camacho and Zack Hamilton

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Episode 8: Kevin Bryant on Spies on the Sidelines and Sports Cheating 1:07:00

11d ago1:07:00

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Kevin Bryant does another fantastic interview about his book, “Spies on the Sidelines The High-Stakes World of NFL Espionage.” Kevin brilliantly discusses NFL spy jargon like “honey pot” which describes sports tactics to steal information. These tactics repeat themselves including the 2024 Olympics. Kevin is smart and knowledgeable, so listen to wh…

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Ep. 114-The Murders of Bonnie Lou Irvine in Troutman and Andy Banks in Raleigh 23:00

12d ago23:00

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In 2008, 52-year-old Bonnie Lou Irvine went missing in Cornelius, N.C., and police soon learned she had arranged to meet a man she met on Craigslist before she disappeared. In 2020, 39-year-old Andy Banks set out for an appointment to sell his Range Rover, and quickly dropped out of sight. He had also met his potential buyer in the online classifie…

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7 Ways We Sabotage our Lives 16:17

13d ago16:17

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"Your worst sin is that you've destroyed and betrayed yourself for nothing." These were the words of Rodion Raskolnikov, the protagonist in Fyodor Dostoevsky's Crime and Punishment. Today John Lovell joins us in studio to unravel how this plays out in the life of modern day men; men who sabotage (often unwittingly) the success of their very own liv…

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Fight The Good Fight | Acts 28 44:22

18d ago44:22

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Pastor John wraps up the book of Acts this week with a compelling message of living life with radical faith. Listen as he encourages believers to be content missionaries in whatever environment God places you. Fueled with holy ambition, we can run this race seeking the eternal reward of Jesus. www.gracecityrome.com Thanks for listening! Visit our w…

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Ep. 113-The Murder of Michael Hunter in Raleigh and the Ruth Buchanan Cold Case Solved 23:06

19d ago23:06

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In 1992, 23-year-old Michael Hunter was found deceased in his northwest Raleigh apartment. When police take a closer look, they realize a lethal injection of Lidocaine caused his death, and his roommate, medical student Joseph Mannino, admits to injecting him with antihistamines to ease migraine symptoms. But the investigation reveals a motive for …

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Why & How To Pray | Colossians 4 51:31

25d ago51:31

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Pastor Carlos Fernandez from Crosspoint City Church brings a message from Colossians 4 this week encouraging each of us to understand the imperative nature of prayer in our Christian walk. He challenged us through the Apostle Paul's actions, to increase our prayer life in order to unleash the power of God's heart onto this lost and dying world. Lis…

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Ep. 112-Nathaniel and Irene Witherspoon, Leslie and William Cargile, John Barnett, and Mica Miller 32:29

25d ago32:29

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As part of Suicide Prevention Month, Renee discusses four deaths attributed to suicide. One involved an elderly man who may have had a psychotic break, a successful doctor and her husband who died of a double suicide, a whistleblower who died unexpectedly from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, and one death that may have been the result of mental hea…

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God's Not Fair | Luke 15 32:53

1M ago32:53

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Grace City Rome's Executive Pastor, Chris Speten steps into the pulpit with a thought-provoking twist on the prodigal son parable from Luke 15. He boldly points out the overt sins and the covert sins of BOTH brothers, while focusing on our Good Father who is always waiting to offer reconciliation to the lost who repent. Jesus uses this parable to c…

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Ep. 111-The Murder of Jeni Gray and the Abduction of Leigh Cooper in Boone 25:48

1M ago25:48

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Twenty-seven-year-old Jeni Gray heads out for an early-morning walk in Boone, N.C. and disappears on September 24, 1989. Law enforcement is still continuing their search for the young woman when a runner named Leigh Cooper from Appalachian State University is abducted and sexually assaulted. What her assailant tells her during the attack might fina…

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An ANTIDOTE for Terrible News? 16:39

1M ago16:39

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John Lovell puts down the bad headlines and picks up a lengthy list of perspective changing positives that will jolt your heart back to gratitude filled life.By John Lovell

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Episode 39: Dr. Donna Broshek, John Edward Fowler Professor of Psychology, Neuropsychology Assessment Clinic, Chief of Psychology Services, and co-directs the UVA Acute Concussion Evaluation Clinic 33:01

1M ago33:01

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In this episode of Concussion Headliners, Dr. Donna Broshek, a renowned neuropsychologist, shares her journey from aspiring engineer to leading expert in sports concussions and epilepsy. She discusses her clinical work at UVA, where she directs multiple neuropsychology and concussion programs, and her significant contributions to organizations like…

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Past All Hope | Acts 27 39:58

1M ago39:58

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Raging seas, stormy skies, and faithless sailors will never hinder the Word of God being shared with the multitudes. The Apostle Paul shows his captors once again the power of having faith in his unseen God as he survives a catastrophic shipwreck in Acts 27. Listen as Pastor John teaches us how to prepare for the upcoming storms with a crisis-proof…

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Ep. 110-Four 1992 Deaths in Burke and Catawba Counties 20:55

1M ago20:55

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In 1992, a 13-year-old from Hickory, North Carolina went missing from her home and was discovered murdered a few weeks later. Around the same time, three older women known to have high-risk lifestyles went missing and were found deceased. While two men were eventually arrested in those three deaths, no one was ever charged in the death of Isis Deni…

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How America was Brainwashed: 4 Steps Explained 19:32

1M ago19:32

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John Lovell explains ex-KGB agent Yuri Bezmenov's 4 stages of societal capture. A top secret Soviet plan put into motion decades ago to defeat America without ever firing a shot. Viewers will feel history come to life as the description Yuri puts forth readily fits our current reality, which begs the question, were the communists complete in their …

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Those Who Sit In Darkness | Acts 25-26 52:32

2M ago52:32

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Apostle Paul's journey to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ in Acts 25-26 meets with more vicious onslaught from weak and corrupt church and government officials. While the Apostle was presented with an option to go free from his unsubstantiated incarceration, he chose instead to step further into the fire and requested an audience with Caesar, …

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Ep. 109-Jim And Tammy Faye Bakker and the PTL Scandal 36:35

2M ago36:35

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In the 1980s, televangelist Jim Bakker had grown an impressive broadcasting empire along with his wife, Tammy Faye. Their organization, PTL, built a Christian-theme park on the border between North and South Carolina and the two lived a lavish lifestyle. But behind the scenes, the Bakkers were struggling with marital issues, hoping that material po…

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11th Hour Checklist 21:28

2M ago21:28

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With national instability on the horizon John Lovell leans into some concrete steps you can use to protect you and yours. To be sure, this episode is more than just beans and bullets as John shares an acronym you can use to not only organize your preps but a plan of action as well.By John Lovell

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Lawfare & The Court of Passive Men | Acts 24 45:31

2M ago45:31

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Fearful and lukewarm leaders like the Governor of Caesarea, Felix, hinder the movement of the gospel with their spineless and anxious lack of decisive leadership. In Acts 24 this week, the Apostle Paul clearly demonstrates his innocence before the court, while the blasphemous religious leaders cower in fear of the truth, not willing to risk their s…

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Episode 38: Dr. Mark Lovell, Former Chairperson and CSO of ImPACT Applications 41:14

2M ago41:14

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Join us as we explore the remarkable journey of Dr. Mark Lovell, a Grand Rapids native whose pioneering work in concussion management has transformed the field. From his early days as a music major at Northern Michigan University to developing the ImPACT test, Lovell's impact is profound. Discover his career highlights, from working with the Pittsb…

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Visiting the UK! Will I be Arrested?? 20:20

2M ago20:20

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John Lovell believes in free speech and the right to meme hard. European Commissioner Thierry Breton & GOV.UK do not. From England's riots to Elon's EU letter, what can we glean about the status of free speech worldwide & is John even slightly nervous about his upcoming WarPoet adventure to the United Kingdom?…

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Judgement & The Assassin's Oath | Acts 23 46:06

2M ago46:06

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Pastor John takes us to the Sanhedrin Council this week with the Apostle Paul, who is calling out the council's illegitimate leaders and religious zealots. Paul's warrior mode as observed in Acts 23 reveals how sharing the gospel sometimes has violent outcomes, yet has the power to produce a purification process needed in the false leaders of the c…

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Ep. 108-The Capture of Eric Rudolph, Part Two 25:21

2M ago25:21

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Eric Rudolph spent five years on the run before being captured early one morning while searching for food in Murphy, N.C. Investigators spent the next few years learning more about what turned him into a bomber as he led them to hundreds of pounds of dynamite he'd stashed in the mountains of North Carolina. As he prepared to go to trial in 2005 for…

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Confessions of a Recovering Feminist 36:00

2M ago36:00

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John Lovell invites nationally recognized homeschool conference speaker (and recovering feminist) Mrs Lovell back in studio to discuss how feminism didn't make her happy and what modern day women actually need.By John Lovell

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The Power of a Testimony | Acts 21-22 59:14

2M ago59:14

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The Apostle Paul displayed uncanny, heroic behaviors in Acts 21 and 22 as he begged to return to the hostile Jewish crowds in order to share his powerful testimony. His courageous acts demonstrate a changed heart - one that desires to lead people to Jesus and the Truth, with no fear of safety or well-being. Genuine faith in God can turn your testim…

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Ep. 107-Eric Rudolph, The Escape, Part One 27:01

2M ago27:01

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The secluded mountains of North Carolina turned into an excellent place to hide for a man named Eric Rudolph, who was charged with a series of bombings in 1996 and 1997, including one that injured hundreds of people in Centennial Park at the Atlanta, Ga. Summer Olympics. Who was the elusive "mountain man" and how did he evade capture for five years…

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Should Israel Be Our Ally? 16:50

2M ago16:50

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John Lovell does a poll on X and finds his audience more split than ever on the question of allyship with Israel. What's driving this change and where does John land on the issue?By John Lovell

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Episode 37: Dr. Michael Collins, Clinical and Executive Director of the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program 38:10

2M ago38:10

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Join us as we explore the remarkable journey of Dr. Michael Collins, from his small-town upbringing in Maine to his influential role as the Clinical and Executive Director of the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. Learn how his dedication to neuropsychology and the creation of ImPACT transformed baseline testing and concussion management. Tun…

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Episode 4, Sports and Moral Philosopher, Alfred Archer, on Sportswashing 1:00:56

2M ago1:00:56

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In an age of sports journalism where ESPN canceled Bob Ley’s Outside the Lines and HBO/Warner Discovery canceled Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel, and the recent New York Post report by Ryan Glasspiegel that Around the Horn will be canceled before the 2025 football season, sports journalism has been marginalized. In response, John Camacho and Zack Ha…

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Episode 3, PennLive Legal Reporter, John Luciew, Dr. Scott Lynch’s Retaliation Lawsuit and Penn State’s Head Football Coach James Franklin 51:52

2M ago51:52

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In an age of sports journalism where ESPN canceled Bob Ley’s Outside the Lines and HBO/Warner Discovery canceled Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel, and the recent New York Post report by Ryan Glasspiegel that Around the Horn will be canceled before the 2025 football season, sports journalism has been marginalized. In response, John Camacho and Zack Ha…

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Episode 1, Kiersten Sires 2aDays and University of Illinois, Springfield Golf Coach Abuse Scandal 45:30

2M ago45:30

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In an age of sports journalism where ESPN canceled Bob Ley’s Outside the Lines and HBO/Warner Discovery canceled Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel, and the recent New York Post report by Ryan Glasspiegel that Around the Horn will be canceled before the 2025 football season, sports journalism has been marginalized. In response, John Camacho and Zack Ha…

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Episode 5, BONUS!! Moral and Sports Philosopher, Justin Caouette, on Sportswashing and Sports Love 1:11:55

2M ago1:11:55

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BONUS EPISODE!!!! ORIGINALLY RECORDED ON February 2024. Enjoy! In an age of sports journalism where ESPN canceled Bob Ley’s Outside the Lines and HBO/Warner Discovery canceled Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel, and the recent New York Post report By Ryan Glasspiegel that Around the Horn will be canceled before the 2025 football season, sports journali…

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Episode 2, Moral and Sports Philosopher, Justin Caouette, on the Morality of Cheating and Enhancements 1:12:28

2M ago1:12:28

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In an age of sports journalism where ESPN canceled Bob Ley’s Outside the Lines and HBO/Warner Discovery canceled Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel, and the recent New York Post report by Ryan Glasspiegel that Around the Horn will be canceled before the 2025 football season, sports journalism has been marginalized. In response, John Camacho and Zack Ha…

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Beware Those in Jerusalem | Acts 21 49:20

2M ago49:20

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The eternal stakes are simply too high for Christians to stand down in the world of lost souls and distorted narratives. The Apostle Paul bravely demonstrates being willing to give your life for the call of the Gospel in Acts 21 this week - and it raises questions regarding the battle between our comfort and our calling. As Jesus is the center poin…

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Final Warnings to The Church | Acts 20 52:03

2M ago52:03

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Pastor John provides a compelling message this week with some final warnings to the Church in Acts 20. In the biblical text, Paul reminds us that our days are limited - and there is challenging work yet to be done. Clear guidelines are extended to Christians that the real movement of God's holy power can only be procured through obedience to His Wo…

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Ep. 106-The Little Rascals Day Care Case 29:41

3M ago29:41

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In 1989, the town of Edenton, North Carolina was rocked when children at the Little Rascals Day Care Center began accusing the owners, Bob and Betsy Kelly, of molesting them. Over time, seven people would be arrested on hundreds of charges that occurred over a three-year-period. What really happened in Edenton, and in two similar landmark cases in …

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How to Spot a Fake Alpha 22:46

3M ago22:46

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John Lovell observes that, culturally speaking, many men claiming to be "alpha male" aren't actually alpha male at all. In this episode John shares what an alpha male is, why they matter and five ways to spot a fake.By John Lovell

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Ep. 105-Missing And Murdered in The High Country 24:35

3M ago24:35

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The national parks in North Carolina attract numerous visitors each year, but they can also be treacherous if you aren't well prepared for your trip. We discuss the case of Frances Apperson, a 67-year-old who went missing after heading out for a solo hike at Linville Falls, 48-year-old Michael Hartley, who went missing in Spruce Pine on a foraging …

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This is Why Trump Got Shot | Breakdown & Analysis 41:23

3M ago41:23

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John Lovell breaks down the tactical freefall that led to former President Trump’s brush with death at the hands of a would-be assassin while speaking at a political rally in Pennsylvania.By John Lovell

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Episode 36: Dr. Gavin Davis, Neurosurgeon, Professor, University of Notre Dame Australia, Monash University 51:36

3M ago51:36

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This week, we delve into the extraordinary journey of Dr. Gavin Davis, from his life in Australia to becoming a global leader in neurosurgery. Discover his international training experiences and what inspired his career choice. Tune in to hear about his remarkable resilience, dedication, and the passion driving his success.…

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Riots & The Spiritualization of Hate | Acts 19:23-41 46:20

3M ago46:20

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Hatred and persecution of Christians were rampant in the first-century church, as witnessed in the ancient texts of the Bible. Acts 19 parallels this mob mentality to the modern-day world we are experiencing. Pastor John warns us this week to beware of the secret intentions of our hearts, as we sometimes lose our faith in the name of noble causes t…

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