Best Kind Of Richmonders Podcasts (2024)

In this episode, I sit down with a dear friend and exceptional talent, Junaid Ahmed. He's a master of home studio setups and the brains behind Home Studio Mastery. Junaid shares his incredible journey as a tech enthusiast, photographer, and filmmaker who has dedicated his time to helping folks set up their podcasts and video studios. We dive deep i…

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Appalling Evil & Outrageous Forgiveness - 2 Samuel 11-12 24:26

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Speaker: Rick Hall, Date: 16/6/2024, Title: Appalling Evil & Outrageous Forgiveness, Bible Passage: 2 Samuel 11-12

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Ep: 342 - Mastering Construction Innovation and Financial Freedom 33:50

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In today’s inspiring episode, we welcome the extraordinary Damion Lupo. A seasoned entrepreneur who has launched and grown over 70 companies, some reaching valuations in the nine-figure range, Damion shares his incredible journey and the lessons he's learned along the way. Dive into the evolving landscape of construction craftsmanship as Damion dis…

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"A crazy gamble": Celebrating 75 years of KPFA radio 1:08:31

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In 1949, a group of pacifists launched America’s first listener-supported radio station. Despite government repression, infighting, and countless financial crises, KPFA has managed to survive 75 years. This episode explores the stories of some of the people who helped the station achieve this remarkable milestone. Featuring interviews with former a…

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A time for everything - Ecclesiastes 3:1-14 21:37

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Speaker: Bishop Gary Koo, Date: 9/6/2024, Title: A time for everything, Bible Passage: Ecclesiastes 3:1-14

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David shows the Kindness of Jesus - 2 Samuel 9-10 23:17

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Speaker: Jamie Woods, Date: 6/2/2024, Title: David shows the Kindness of Jesus, Bible Passage: 2 Samuel 9-10

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The Victory of God's King - 2 Samuel 8 25:36

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Speaker: Rick Hall, Date: 26/5/2024, Title: The Promised King, Bible Passage: 2 Samuel 8

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The Promised King - 2 Samuel 7 25:37

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Speaker: Isaac McGregor, Date: 19/5/2024, Title: The Promised King, Bible Passage: 2 Samuel 7

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Too Casual with God? - 2 Samuel 6 25:12

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Speaker: Rick Hall, Date: 12/5/2024, Title: Mission Sunday, Bible Passage: 2 Samuel 6

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Ep: 341 - Veteran PCS: Empowering Military Families with Real Estate Solutions 34:13

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Join us this week as Adam welcomes Army Veteran and Founder/CEO of VeteranPCS, Mr. Jason Anderson. Listen as they delve into the incredible journey behind VeteranPCS.com, a beacon of support for military families navigating the real estate landscape. Discover Jason's inspirational story of founding the platform, now boasting 300 agents nationwide a…

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Ep: 340 - Revolutionizing America: Unveiling the Power of Sustainable Development and Quantum Supremacy 35:35

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Welcome to a captivating episode of The Decision Hour, where we dive headfirst into the riveting world of political warfare with none other than Hugo – a revered author, producer, and political campaign expert. In this enlightening session, Hugo delves into his vast experiences, drawing from his latest literary masterpiece, "The United States Socia…

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“The jewel of Oakland”: Exploring Lake Merritt and Children’s Fairyland 1:02:30

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With the weather warming up, now is the perfect time for a deep dive into Lake Merritt (not literally!). First, this episode explores the wild side of this body of water (which is technically a tidal estuary) with Constance Taylor, a naturalist with California Center for Natural History. Next, I interview C.J. Hirschfield, former director of Childr…

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Mission Sunday - Colossians 1:21-29 25:50

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Speaker: Rick Hall, Date: 5/5/2024, Title: Mission Sunday, Bible Passage: Colossians 1:21-29

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Ep: 339 - Veterans, Faith, and Finding New Paths with Jeremy Stalnecker 32:11

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Join us for an insightful conversation with decorated United States Marine Corps combat veteran, co-founder of the Mighty Oaks Foundation, pastor, and author, Jeremy Stalnecker. In this episode, Jeremy shares his challenging journey transitioning out of military service into a life of pastoral ministry and leadership. He opens up about the emotiona…

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On a Mission from God - 2 Samuel 4:1-5:16 24:11

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Speaker: Peter Huxley, Date: 28/4/2024, Title: On a Mission from God, Bible Passage: 2 Samuel 4:1-5:16

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Peace in a Broken World - 2 Samuel 3:6-39 22:53

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Speaker: Jamie Woods, Date: 21/4/2024, Title: Peace in a Broken World, Bible Passage: 2 Samuel 3:6-39

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Ep; 338 - Choosing Your Hard: Overcoming Anxiety and Mental Health With Brittany Richmond 25:29

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In this riveting episode of The Decision Hour, we dove deep with Brittany Richmond, a beacon of hope in the world of teen mental health. Brittany shared her journey from anxiety-stricken teen to bestselling author and keynote speaker, opening up about the lies anxiety tells us and how to choose your hard in deciding to overcome it. We discussed the…

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Ep: 337 - Mind Mapping Mastery: Unlock Business Vision and Personal Growth 35:44

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It's time to delve into the transformative world of mind mapping with our very special guest, John Diggs. From the highs of playing college and professional football to the tribulations of the mortgage meltdown, John's journey is a testament to resilience and the power of decision. In this episode, he'll unveil how mind mapping – a technique once f…

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Receiving or Rejecting the king - 2 Samuel 2:1-3:5 24:27

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Speaker: Rick Hall, Date: 14/4/2024, Title: The Heart of the King, Bible Passage: 2 Samuel 2:1-3:5

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The Heart of the King - 2 Samuel 1 28:13

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Speaker: Rick Hall, Date: 7/4/2024, Title: The Heart of the King, Bible Passage: 2 Samuel 1

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Ep: 336 - Finding God's Mission in Military Life 32:24

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Today we're diving into an incredible journey of faith, service, and the military spouse experience with our esteemed guest, Beth Runkle. Beth, a devoted military wife of nearly 27 years, has weathered the storms of loneliness, frequent moves, and the unique challenges that come with loving someone in uniform. In our conversation, we unpack how Bet…

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“The neighborhood time forgot”: A strange sliver of waterfront 55:38

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There’s a small stretch of Oakland’s shoreline unlike any place else. Nestled between the restaurants of Jack London Square and the modern apartment blocks of Brooklyn Basin sits 5th Avenue Marina. This collection of rusty warehouses, eclectic studios, and surreal art installations recalls a bygone era, when crafty Bohemians dwelled amongst decayin…

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Ep: 335 - Choosing Life: The Inspirational Story of Cancer Survival and Random Acts of Kindness 26:59

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In this episode of The Decision Hour, host Adam Bird sits down with bestselling author, keynote speaker, and cancer survivor Mike Coy. Mike shares his extraordinary journey from baseball player to registered financial consultant, shedding light on the life-changing decision that led him to the insurance and financial planning field. Mike also revea…

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Easter Sunday: God's big "yes" 19:37

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Speaker: Rick Hall, Date: 31/3/2024, Title: God's big "yes", Bible Passage: 1 Corinthians 15

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Good Friday: A criminal to copy 20:37

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Speaker: Rick Hall, Date: 29/3/2024, Title: A criminal to copy,

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Ep: 334 - From Betted Soldier to Leadership Consultant 59:02

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Welcome to The Decision Hour, where today's guest, Jerry, shared his remarkable journey from a challenging childhood through the adversities of military training. Jerry opened up about how a betting pool on survival became the fuel for his determination to succeed, setting the foundation for his leadership skills. His transformation from a soldier …

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The everyday Christian's guide to evangelism - Colossians 4:2-6 30:36

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Speaker: Sam Foster, Date: 24/3/2024, Title: The everyday Christian's guide to evangelism, Bible Passage: Colossians 4:2-6

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Ep:333 - Making Leadership Count in Crisis and Beyond 35:12

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Today we dove deep with Oak McCulloch LTC, U.S. Army (Ret) on leading with conviction, even under fire. Oak shared a gripping tale from a Kosovo checkpoint, a life-or-death decision shaped by courage, and the importance of effective communication across language barriers. Leadership isn't just in titles—it's in actions. Oak reminds us that investin…

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Heavenly Minded Relationships - Colossians 3:15-4:1 28:23

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Speaker: Rick Hall, Date: 17/3/2024, Title: Heavenly Minded Relationships, Bible Passage: Colossians 3:15-4:1

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The Heavenly Minded Life 23:46

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Speaker: Rick Hall, Date: 10/3/2024, Title: The Heavenly Minded Life, Bible Passage: Colossians 3:1-14

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“Climbing was all I had”: A history of bouldering in the Berkeley Hills 43:51

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It would be easy to overlook the significance of Indian Rock and Mortar Rock, two relatively modest outcroppings located in the Berkeley Hills. Unlike the towering cliffs of Yosemite, which dominate the landscape, these boulders are partially obscured by the homes and trees that surround them. But for nearly a century, some of America’s most influe…

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Christ is all you need 24:26

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Speaker: Rick Hall, Date: 3/3/2024, Title: Christ is all you need, Bible Passage: Colossians 2:6-23

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Suffering for Maturity 19:19

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Speaker: Jamie Woods, Date: 25/2/2024, Title: Suffering for Maturity, Bible Passage: Colossians 1:24-2:5

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You need a bigger Jesus! 25:06

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Speaker: Rick Hall, Date: 18/2/2024, Title: You need a bigger Jesus!, Bible Passage: Colossians 1:15-23

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Beginning and Growing with Jesus 22:12

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Speaker: Rick Hall, Date: 11/2/2024, Title: Beginning and Growing with Jesus, Bible Passage: Colossians 1:1-14

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“The streets have changed”: “Drug Lords of Oakland” author on the rise and fall of local kingpins 43:26

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After spending more than three decades working in the underground economy, Titus Lee Barnes compiled his stunning stories of “the street life” into a self-published book titled “Drug Lords of Oakland: The untold stories of California’s most notorious kingpins of the 1970s, 80s and 90s.” Starting with the rise of infamous heroin kingpin Felix Mitche…

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Vision Sunday: God's Great Vision 22:47

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Speaker: Rick Hall, Date: 4/2/2024, Title: God's Great Vision, Bible Passage: Revelation 7:9-17

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My Times are in Your Hands 20:13

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Speaker: Sam Foster, Date: 28/1/2024, Title: My Times are in Your Hands, Bible Passage: Psalm 31

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The Blessing of Forgiveness 23:40

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Speaker: Rick Hall, Date: 21/1/2024, Title: The Blessing of Forgiveness, Bible Passage: Psalm 32

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Ep: 332 - The True Path to Amazon Success 32:32

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We're unraveling the complexities of e-commerce with a very special guest, Lesley Hensel, a business powerhouse who co-founded River Bend Consulting. Lesley isn't just an entrepreneur; she's an inspiration — balancing business acumen while parenting a son with significant learning challenges, showing us that perseverance and dedication indeed pave …

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The Purpose of Life 20:34

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Speaker: Dave Burger, Date: 14/1/2024, Title: The Glorious Power of God, Bible Passage: Psalm 30

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The Glorious Power of God 24:51

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Speaker: Rick Hall, Date: 7/1/2024, Title: The Glorious Power of God, Bible Passage: Psalm 29

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Ep: 331 - Unveiling The Hidden: A Spy’s insight on Global Threats and CIA Challenges 1:32:14

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Today we're diving deep into the world of espionage, global politics, and the shifting sands of intelligence strategy with our distinguished guest, Brian Fairchild. With over two decades as a CIA case officer under his belt and his fingertip on the pulse of counterterrorism, Brian brings to the table a wealth of knowledge and firsthand experiences.…

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