Best Keokuk Podcasts (2024)

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Holy Habits – 3-22-20

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Matthew 6:25-34 Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air; they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more…

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Holy Habits

4+ y ago

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Matthew 9:9-13 As Jesus was walking along, he saw a man called Matthew sitting at the tax booth; and he said to him, “Follow me.” And he got up and followed him. And as he sat at dinner in the house, many tax collectors and sinners came and were sitting with him and his disciples. When the Pharisees saw this, they said to his disciples, “Why does y…

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Holy Habits – Introduction

4+ y ago

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Matthew 4:1-11 Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. He fasted forty days and forty nights, and afterwards he was famished. The tempter came and said to him, “If you are the Son of God, command these stones to become loaves of bread.” But he answered, “It is written, ‘One does not live by bread alone, b…

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Transfiguration

4+ y ago

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Matthew 17:1-9 Six days later, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a high mountain, by themselves. And he was transfigured before them, and his face shone like the sun, and his clothes became dazzling white. Suddenly there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, talking with him. Then Peter said to Jesus, “Lord, it i…

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It’s All About Timing

4+ y ago

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Romans 15:4 For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, so that by steadfastness and by the encouragement of the scriptures we might have hope.By First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Keokuk, Iowa

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Childlike Faith – The Front Porch

4+ y ago

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2 Samuel 7:10 And I will appoint a place for my people Israel and will plant them, so that they may live in their own place, and be disturbed no more; and evildoers shall afflict them no more, as formerly,By First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Keokuk, Iowa

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Childlike Faith – Naive Grace

4+ y ago

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Matthew 20:1-6 “For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire laborers for his vineyard. After agreeing with the laborers for the usual daily wage, he sent them into his vineyard. When he went out about nine o’clock, he saw others standing idle in the marketplace; and he said to them, ‘You also go into the …

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Childlike Faith – Be Still

4+ y ago

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1 Kings 19:1-15 Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword. Then Jezebel sent a messenger to Elijah, saying, “So may the gods do to me, and more also, if I do not make your life like the life of one of them by this time tomorrow.” Then he was afraid; he got up and fled for his life, and came to…

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17 William Sentner and UE Part 3: Backlash Against Worker Power and the Left in St. Louis, 1945 - 55 1:25:26

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The third and final part of our interview with Prof. Rosemary Feurer about William Sentner, UE District 8, and radical unionism in the Midwest. In this episode, Sentner and the UE build a broad coalition with farmers, environmentalists and small business for worker-driven economic planning during and after the war, but this visionary initiative is …

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16 Organizing the Electrical Workers Union in St Louis in the 30s - William Sentner Pt 2 44:33

6+ y ago44:33

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Part 2 of our interview with historian Rosemary Feurer about legendary St. Louis labor organizer William Sentner. In this episode, we talk about Sentner's role in organizing the electrical manufacturing industry in St. Louis into the UE, the gains UE made for African-American and women workers, and their practice of "radical unionism."…

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15 William Sentner & The 1933 Nut Picker Strike or How Black Women Defeated St. Louis's Nut Industry 43:18

6+ y ago43:18

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The first of several episodes in which we talk with historian Rosemary Feurer about legendary St. Louis labor organizer William Sentner. In this first episode, we learn about Sentner's early life and his role in the 1933 nut pickers strike, a successful strike led by Black women that gained widespread community support. Visit smashuppodcast.com for…

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14 REMIX: Terry Davis on Putting Down that Pencil and Organizing, Because There Are No Shortcuts 1:12:57

6+ y ago1:12:57

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A re-edited, re-mixed and re-mastered version of Episodes 2 and 3: our interview with Terry Davis, long-time UE organizer, about a group of workers in Chicago who organized in the 70s to overcome racial division and an ineffective union.By Sam & Jonathan

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13 The Keokuk Teacher Strike: How Public Workers Won (and Then Lost) In Iowa 58:49

6+ y ago58:49

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We talk with John McKerley of the Iowa Labor History Oral Project (https://soundcloud.com/ilhop) about the 1970 teacher strike in Keokuk, Iowa, the role that strike played in winning public-sector collective bargaining in that state, and the recent attacks on Iowa public-sector workers. More links and photos at smashuppodcast.com.…

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12. Salting, Or Building The Labor Movement One Pumpkin-Spice Latte At A Time 1:03:17

6+ y ago1:03:17

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We talk to Jane and Sergio, two young people who worked as "salts," or took jobs in the food service industry to help UNITE HERE organize. If you are interested in salting, email us at smashuppodcast@gmail.com and we'll put you in touch with folks who can help you.By Sam & Jonathan

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Teaser: Are bosses born bad, or do they become that way by bossing? 2:09

6+ y ago2:09

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In this teaser for episode 12, Sam and Jonathan talk about Joe Ricketts, and why bosses are such terrible human beingsBy Sam & Jonathan

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11. The Klan Wanted To Have A Fight In The Streets 44:36

7y ago44:36

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We talk with Mia Giunta, a former union organizer who organized against the Klan and white supremacists in rural communities in Pennsylvania in the 1990s. Giunta talks about the importance of faith-based organizing and building a progressive political base using the cultural norms and values of the community, and the way in which the loss of good w…

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10 UPS Strike 20 Years Later, #DSAcon17 sum up, and drunkenly chanting Jeremy Corbyn in Chicago 1:11:09

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We talk to retired UPS worker and Teamster activist Dawn Stanger about the 1997 UPS strike, sum up our experiences at the DSA convention in Chicago, and introduce a new feature: People Smarter Than Us.By Sam & Jonathan

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8. DSA Elections, Candidates And How It All Works; Historical Parallels; and Dragons! 1:25:39

7y ago1:25:39

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The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) will be holding elections at their national convention next week. We talk to three candidates, discuss the various slates with our panel of union organizers, and Jonathan and Sam talk about lessons about fast organizational growth from history and the business world. Links to platforms and more information…

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7. DSA Convention Resolution On Labor and Why Socialists Are Such Darn Good Unionists 32:19

7y ago32:19

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We talk with two rank and file trade unionists and Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) members about DSA labor branches and their resolution promoting a Labor Commission in DSABy Sam & Jonathan

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6. DSA Descends On Chicago And Our Healthcare Predictions Suck 1:19:24

7y ago1:19:24

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As 800+ delegates prepare to attend the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) convention in Chicago next week, we talk to three union organizers who are also leaders in DSA about the importance of labor to DSA and DSA to laborBy Sam & Jonathan

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5. The Life Of A Working Class Hero 58:03

7y ago58:03

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We interview Kim Lawson (pictured here with her husband & Cesar Chavez), who grew up in the working-class towns of northwest Indiana and spent her life in the labor movement, working with the United Farm Workers and the United Electrical Workers (UE).By Sam & Jonathan

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4. Health Care Showdown: the evolution of insurance, the AHCA in DC; single payer in VT and CA 1:12:51

7y ago1:12:51

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Jonathan and Sam talk about the healthcare showdown: how we got here, why the Republicans are having such a hard time repealing the Affordable Care Act, and the history and prospects for single payer in Vermont and California. Links to background information, articles and actions at smashuppodcast.com.…

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Episode 3: There Are No Shortcuts 36:20

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Part 2 of our interview with Terry Davis, about the multi-racial coalition of workers who established a democratic, militant union at the Stewart-Warner auto parts plant in Chicago in the 1970s and 1980s. In Part 2, Sister Davis talks about how workplace organizing makes multiracial unity objectively important, what organizers learned from the Blac…

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Episode 2: Put Down That Pencil and Organize! 38:19

7y ago38:19

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Part 1 of our interview with Terry Davis, about her experiences working at the Stewart-Warner auto parts plant in Chicago in the 1970s, where she and her husband helped build a multi-racial coalition of workers to confront an abusive employer and organize a democratic union.By Sam & Jonathan

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Labour is back, and we're still here 14:54

7y ago14:54

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A mini episode in which Sam and Jonathan discuss the recent British election results. More thoughts from Jonathan on the election at smashuppodcast.comBy Sam & Jonathan

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Episode 1: What's Funny About a General Strike? 54:04

7+ y ago54:04

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Jonathan and Sam start big with a discussion about General Strikes in Europe in recent years. What are the lessons for the U.S.? How could we organize one in the U.S.? Is there anything funny about a general strike?By Sam & Jonathan

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Episode 1 Teaser #2: Jonathan And Sam Discuss Business Strategy 1:17

7+ y ago1:17

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As we prepare to launch our podcast, Jonathan and Sam try to figure out a brilliant business strategy that will simultaneously make them rich and famous, and bring about the revolutionBy Sam & Jonathan

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Episode 1 Teaser: What's Funny About A General Strike 1:14

7+ y ago1:14

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Preparing for Episode One of the Smash Up Derby podcast, Sam and Jonathan try to figure out what is funny about a general strike.By Sam & Jonathan

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October 31, 2011

13y ago

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Season Finale 2011By Kevin Harter

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October 24, 2011

13y ago

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October 24, 2011By Kevin Harter

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October 10th, 2011

13y ago

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PIT-20111010-LONG.mp3By Matt Frisbee

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October 3, 2011

13y ago

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October 3, 2011By Kevin Harter

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September 26, 2011

13y ago

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pit-20110926-abbott.mp3 On this edition of the Pepsi Inside Track, host Dave Jones interviews the winners from Quincy Raceways over the weekend. And to those of you who were interviewed at 34 Raceway by Dave, don’t despair! Dave will have all of your interviews next week! (Original Air Date: September 26, 2011)…

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September 19, 2011

13y ago

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September 19, 2011By Kevin Harter

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September 12, 2011

13y ago

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pit-20110912-qrc.mp3 On this edition of the Pepsi Inside Track, host Dave Jones interviews feature winners at Quincy Raceways over the weekend, plus has interview with NASCAR driver Kenny Wallace! Dave also covers results from the past week and looks ahead at the racing schedule for this week on the Pepsi Inside Track! (Original Air Date: September…

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September 6, 2011

13y ago

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September 6, 2011By Kevin Harter

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August 29, 2011

13y ago

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pit-20110829-champs.mp3 On this edition of the Pepsi Inside Track, Dave Jones interviews winners from Season Championship Night at 34 Raceway in Burlington, and the winners from the IMCA Late Model Season Championship Night at Quincy Raceways! (Original Air Date: August 29, 2011)By Matt Frisbee

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August 22, 2011

13y ago

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pit-20110822-perry.mp3 This edition of the Pepsi Inside Track features Dave Jones’ interviews with feature winners at Quincy Raceways on August 21st — Jayson Perry, Brandon Symmonds, Abe Huls, Craig Bangert, Jim Gillenwater and Michael Long. (Original Air Date: August 22, 2011)By Matt Frisbee

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August 8, 2011

13y ago

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pit-20110808-stenhouse.mp3 On this edition of the Pepsi Inside Track, host Dave Jones brings us interviews with feature winners from the July 31st events at Quincy Raceways, then it’s off to the Iowa Speedway for the winners of the ASA Midwest Tour event — Jeff Choquette; and the NASCAR Nationwide event — Ricky Stenhouse, Jr. Plus, Dave also interv…

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August 1, 2011

13y ago

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pit-20110801-knoxville.mp3 This week’s show has interviews with feature winners from the following tracks: Knoxville, Iowa (7-26), and Lee County Speedway (7-29); plus there’s an extended interview with NASCAR Nationwide Driver Steve Wallace!By Matt Frisbee