Best Mathew Johnson Podcasts (2024)

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215 - Close But No Cigar I: Bobby Mathews, 297 Career Wins 26:00

1h ago26:00

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Bobby Mathews pitched in three major leagues from 1871 to 1887 and ended his career with 297 career wins. Why did he stop playing when he was so close to 300? This episode looks into Mathews' career as well as wins as a statistical category and 300 wins as a significant career milestone to kick off this series about players who came very close, but…

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Passion Pivot 1:07:25

5h ago1:07:25

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Send us a text Join Mike Shapiro on this episode of Read The Tape as he sits down with Paul Hadfield, founder of RindFit, a groundbreaking fitness company aimed at improving men's health. Paul, a seasoned entrepreneur with two decades in payment processing, shares his journey of transitioning from fintech to fitness, driven by a deep-seated passion…

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Citizen of Heaven | Ashish Mathew | Commission Church 54:39

11h ago54:39

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Welcome Online Family! Join us for a powerful word by Pastor Ashish Mathew. If you have a need that we can pray for, please feel free to comment below or DM us and we would love pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe to get notifications on all t…

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214 - The 1961 Phillies: A Cavalcade of Losses 42:16

3h ago42:16

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On August 6, 2024, the dreadful Chicago White Sox beat the Oakland A's 5-1 at the Coliseum. This win snapped a 21-game losing streak, the longest losing streak in the Majors in 36 years. The Philadelphia Phillies own the modern record losing streak, 23 games, set in 1961. This episode, Craig and Rex will look back on that record losing streak. Epis…

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Chef Thai's X Factor Unleashed With Mike's Mentorship in Action! 1:03:26

3h ago1:03:26

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Send us a Text Message. Join us for an inspiring episode as Rodney’s friend Chef Thai (Tyrell Moore), the dynamic influencer chef known for his mouth watering creations and charismatic presence, steps into the studio for a transformative coaching session with Mike. In this episode, Chef Thai shares his vision of expanding his culinary empire, from …

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I Know Who I Am | Ashish Mathew | Commission Church 50:48

3d ago50:48

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Join us today as Pastor Ashish Mathew brings in the Word and Commission Worship leads us into a powerful time of worship. Please feel free to comment below any prayer needs, and we would love to pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe and turn on…

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FFM #5: Negotiating with Kerrlene Wills 54:37

5d ago54:37

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This is the fifth episode in our future fisheries management series, which we are running in collaboration with the Mercatus Center at George Mason University and the Center for Governance and Markets at the University of Pittsburgh. Today’s guest, Kerrlene Wills, participated in the negotiation process for the 2022 World Trade Organization (WTO) a…

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213 - Talking 1890 Players League Blues w/ Robert Ross 56:37

6d ago56:37

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Professor Robert Ross, author of The Great Baseball Revolt: The Rise and Fall of the 1890 Players League (2016) joins us this week to discuss the first attempt at unionization by Major League players -- the Brotherhood of Professional Base Ball Players which had formed in the mid 1880s. The Brotherhood joined forces with supportive magnates to form…

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Rough Roads to Resilient Success: A Very Special Mom's Entrepreneurial Journey 1:06:37

3h ago1:06:37

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Send us a Text Message. Join Mike and Rodney on a heartfelt episode as they sit down with a truly inspiring guest — Rodney’s own mother, Carrie Mathews. Carrie is not only Rodney's mom but also the founder and CEO of Heart Matters Foster Family Agency, a testament to her entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to making a difference in the lives of c…

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Wild at Heart | Ashish Mathew | Commission Church 57:02

16h ago57:02

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Join us today as Pastor Ashish Mathew brings in the Word and Commission Worship leads us into a powerful time of worship. Please feel free to comment below any prayer needs, and we would love to pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe and turn on…

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212 - Ken Johnson Has a Secret 41:53

6d ago41:53

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This week Craig and Rex take a deep dive into Houston's Jose Abreu and Rafael Montero contract fiascos and come away glad we're not the Angels. In Part 2, Ken Johnson did something on an April week night in 1964 that had never been done before in a Major League game - and hasn't been done since. Errata: Mike Trout, if healthy, could have played a p…

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Plastic Surgery Uncensored: Candid Conversation With Renowned Celebrity Surgeon Dr. Daniel Shapiro 1:09:33

21d ago1:09:33

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Send us a Text Message. Mike and Rodney dive into the captivating world of celebrity transformations with Dr. Daniel Shapiro, the eminent plastic surgeon who unveils the secrets behind Hollywood’s most stunning faces. Join us as we explore his journey from the prestigious halls of the Mayo Clinic to becoming a national authority in aesthetic surger…

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Abide | Ashish Mathew | Commission Church 47:21

18d ago47:21

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Welcome Online Family! Join us for a powerful word by Pastor Ashish Mathew. If you have a need that we can pray for, please feel free to comment below or DM us and we would love pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe to get notifications on all t…

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Inside Musician Jake Miller's World: Viral Fame, Keys to Success and Untold Stories 46:58

14d ago46:58

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Send us a Text Message. Mike and Rodney are joined by renowned Musician Jake Miller. Jake is a true entrepreneur launching his career on YouTube in 2011 after teaching himself how to play the drums and guitar and write music at a young age. Jake quickly became a viral sensation captivating audiences with his unique blend of pop and rap topping many…

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211 - The Money Went Dry, The Liquor Went Wet: The Life & Times of Bob Caruthers w/ Dave Heller 43:02

13d ago43:02

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Journalist, author Dave Heller joins us this week to discuss his new book, "Parisian Bob Caruthers: Baseball's First Two-Way Star" (McFarland 2024). Caruthers played in the American Association and National League from 1884 to 1893 where he led the AA in wins twice and played with distinction in the outfield when he was not pitching. In this interv…

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127: The Healing Power of Virtual Nature with Alex Smalley 1:07:17

15d ago1:07:17

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In this episode, Michael speaks with Alex Smalley, an expert in Environmental Psychology and researcher at the University of Exeter. Alex’s research program explores, in his words, “the cognitive and emotional impacts of virtual encounters with the natural world”. He has collaborated extensively with the BBC in the UK, including in the creation of …

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210 - Craig Goes to Cleveland. 44:14

1M ago44:14

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Craig reports on his short getaway to Cleveland, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Progressive Field. The hosts speculate on stadium drama in Oakland, Tampa and Anaheim. The Mariners blew a 10-game lead in the American League West over a 24-game period, but will anyone remember in October if Seattle hangs on to win the division anyway? Craig and Rex…

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From Acres to Empires: Unveiling the Developer's Blueprint! 46:35

23d ago46:35

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Send us a Text Message. Join Mike Shapiro and his co-host Rodney Mathews as they embark on a captivating exploration of entrepreneurship with their well known friends and acquaintances. This week, they are joined by Jeff Garrett, founder of Garrett Development Corp and renowned as one of the largest landowners in New Mexico and Arizona. Discover Je…

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The Posture of Your Heart | Prince Johnson | Commission Church 50:09

1M ago50:09

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Welcome Online Family! Join us for a powerful word by Prince Johnson. If you have a need that we can pray for, please feel free to comment below or DM us and we would love pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe to get notifications on all the lat…

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209 - Rex Goes to Minute Maid 35:18

1M ago35:18

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Rex attended his first in-person Major League game this week - his Rangers beat Craig's Astros and Rex did an okay job suppressing the urge to be a sore winner. Also this week, a look at standings going into the All-Star Break, Wander Franco may be in big trouble, Randy Hennis had a short, brilliant career for Houston and Rex has a few things to sa…

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Inside Scoop: Bachelor's Bad Chad Johnson and Bachelor's Beloved Rodney Mathews spill on AI and social media secrets! 42:23

1M ago42:23

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Send us a Text Message. Produced by Karen Weinberg @karenmweinberg. Technical Director Bri Coorey @bri_beats. You can follow Mike on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook @shapiromethod, www.shapiromethod.com, and eqtyrealestate.com You can follow Rodney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook @rodneymathews02 We can't wait until next week! Until then, keep mov…

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Fashionably Late | Vicky James | Commission Church 40:30

2M ago40:30

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Welcome Online Family! Join us for a powerful word by Vicky James. If you have a need that we can pray for, please feel free to comment below or DM us and we would love pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe to get notifications on all the latest…

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208 - We Are Not Miracle Workers: The Post-Beryl Episode 35:32

2M ago35:32

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Hurricane Beryl dealt a blow to our hometown but 36 hours after it passed Hooks & Runs is on schedule against all odds. This week, Craig and Rex riffing on the upcoming Baseball Hall of Fame inductees, Adrián Beltré, Todd Helton, Jim Leyland and Joe Mauer (with an obligatory dig along the way on Journey and Bon Jovi from Craig), speculating about I…

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Michael Levitt's Hollywood Journey: From Britney Spears to Emmy Fame! 59:09

1M ago59:09

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Send us a Text Message. Join Mike Shapiro and Rodney Mathews as they delve into the dynamic realm of entrepreneurship, exploring the motivations of business innovators. This week their guest is Emmy-nominated trailblazing Executive Producer Michael Levitt who shares his journey in the entertainment industry. From his television specials with Britne…

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The Power of True Relationship | Dr. AU George | Commission Church 46:56

1M ago46:56

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Join us for a powerful word by Dr. AU George. If you have a need that we can pray for, please feel free to comment below or DM us and we would love pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe to get notifications on all the latest sermons and worship …

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207 - Fourth of July Fireworks and 20-Game Losing All-Stars 38:30

1M ago38:30

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In part one, Craig and Rex recall some memorable Fourth of July baseball fireworks featuring the ubiquitous Guy Hecker, the irrepressible Boom Boom Beck and the simply legendary Rick Camp. In part two, they discuss the three Expansion Era (1961-2024) pitchers who made an All-Star team then went on to lose 20 games in the season. Also, Bobby Bonilla…

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Do It Again | Ashish Mathew | Commission Church 51:41

1M ago51:41

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Join us for a powerful word by Pastor Ashish Mathew. If you have a need that we can pray for, please feel free to comment below or DM us and we would love pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe to get notifications on all the latest sermons and w…

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206 - 1901 and the Chaotic Birth of Modern Baseball w/ Timothy J. Zarley 40:14

2M ago40:14

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Timothy Zarley has written a wonderful new book, "1901: The War of the Baseball Magnates." (Yelraz Publishing 2024) about the chaotic birth of what we now call baseball's modern era. We talked about some of the franchise movements, contract battles (and lawsuits) with players and the backroom dealings that brought competition to the National League…

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God's Plan | Ashish Mathew | Commission Church 44:31

2M ago44:31

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Join us for a powerful word by Pastor Ashish Mathew. If you have a need that we can pray for, please feel free to comment below or DM us and we would love pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe to get notifications on all the latest sermons and w…

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205 - Baseball at War: Working and Playing Ball in the Bethlehem Steel League w/ William Ecenbarger 44:48

2M ago44:48

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Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and author William "Bill" Ecenbarger is our guess this week to discuss his latest book, "Work, Fight, or Play Ball: How Bethlehem Steel Helped Baseball's Stars Avoid World War I" (Temple University Press 2024). The book chronicles how Bethlehem Steel's "safe shelter" industrial league in 1917 and 1918 helped Major …

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Who Is Your Father | Kris Mathew | Commission Church 35:52

2M ago35:52

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Join us for a powerful word by Kris Mathew. If you have a need that we can pray for, please feel free to comment below or DM us and we would love pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe to get notifications on all the latest sermons and worship co…

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126: Infrastructure for Sustainability with Marty Anderies. 1:06:27

2M ago1:06:27

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In this episode, Michael talks with Marty Anderies, Professor in the School of Sustainability at Arizona State University. They discuss a book that Marty co-authored with Marco Janssen, a colleague of his at Arizona State, entitled Infrastructure for Sustainability. The book is designed to introduce readers to the work of Elinor “Lin” Ostrom and he…

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204 - Sid Needed Floppy Shoes: The Road to Almost w/ Darryl Rhoades 48:48

3M ago48:48

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Darryl Rhoades has been entertaining audiences with his music and comedy for over half-a-century. As founder and leader of Hahavishnu Orchestra and later as a solo artist, Rhoades recorded several albums and toured across the United States. Rhoades once even opened for The Sex Pistols! He has been featured in Rolling Stone, Village Voice and High T…

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Larry Wheels - The Secret to Turning Muscle Into Millions 1:04:13

3M ago1:04:13

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Send us a text Join Mike Shapiro and his cohost Rodney Mathews as they dive deep into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, exploring what drives business innovators. In this week's episode, they're joined by iconic bodybuilders Larry Wheels and Ryan Bentson, who share their journey of transforming their passion for fitness into thriving business …

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Spiritual Gifts Part 2 | Ashish Mathew | Commission Church 48:11

2M ago48:11

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Join us today as Pastor Ashish Mathew brings in the word and as Commission Worship leads us into a powerful time of worship. Please feel free to comment below any prayer needs, and we would love to pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe and turn…

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203 - Magical Matagorda Bay w/ Kimberly Ridley 59:14

3M ago59:14

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Kimberly Ridley has written "Matagorda Magic: The Hidden Life of a Texas Bay" (Texas A&M University Press 2024) about our very own Matagorda Bay estuary right here in our home county on the Texas Gulf Coast. Kimberly joins the podcast this week to talk about the book and her experiences visiting our county and the Matagorda Bay estuary. "Matagorda …

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You Are What You Eat | Sonia Mathew | Commission Church 42:29

3M ago42:29

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Join us for a powerful word by Pastor Sonia Mathew. If you have a need that we can pray for, please feel free to comment below or DM us and we would love pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe to get notifications on all the latest sermons and wo…

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202 - They've Got a Show About Everything! 41:45

3M ago41:45

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This week Rex and Craig take on Ángel Hernández's retirement, interference & the infield fly rule, Jose Abreu's return, Austin Maddux's arrest and arraignment, Ranger Suarez's hot start, The Chicago White Sox' not-so-hot start, the half-marathon Mom & the pros and cons of embellishing the truth, and the Memorial Day standings and a new album from R…

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Spiritual GIfts| Ashish Mathew | Commission Church 49:32

3M ago49:32

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Join us for a powerful word by Pastor Ashish Mathew. If you have a need that we can pray for, please feel free to comment below or DM us and we would love pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe to get notifications on all the latest sermons and w…

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201 - One Year Wonders - Closers Edition 38:04

3M ago38:04

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This week, Craig and Rex talk about closers who had one great year then -- nothing after that, along with anticipating Francis Ford Coppola's new film. -->Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/tT8d3pVUsN -->You can support Hooks & Runs by purchasing books, including the books featured in this episode, through our store at Bookshop.org. Here's the li…

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Commission LIVE | May 19th | Forgotten God 46:39

3M ago46:39

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Join us today as Pastor Ashish Mathew brings in the word and as Commission Worship leads us into a powerful time of worship. Please feel free to comment below any prayer needs, and we would love to pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe and turn…

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200 - Baseball and National Tragedy: The RFK Assassination w/ Fred Frommer 1:01:23

3M ago1:01:23

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Fred Frommer is an author, journalist, editor and sports and politics historian. He is a regular contributor to The Washington Post, where his stories often top the paper's "most read" sports and history sections. This week, for our 200th episode, Frommer joins us to discuss how Major League Baseball and its teams responded to the June 1968 assassi…

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Heart of a Mother | Beverly Moss | Commission Church 34:33

3M ago34:33

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Join us for a powerful word by Beverly Moss. If you have a need that we can pray for, please feel free to comment below or DM us and we would love pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe to get notifications on all the latest sermons and worship c…

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Living in Christ | Jerry George | Commission Church 40:41

3M ago40:41

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Join us for a powerful word by Jerry George. If you have a need that we can pray for, please feel free to comment below or DM us and we would love pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe to get notifications on all the latest sermons and worship c…

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FFM #4: Fisheries consulting with Andrew Johnson 46:34

4M ago46:34

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This is the fourth episode in our Future Fisheries Management series, which we are running in collaboration with the Mercatus Center at George Mason University and the Center for Governance and Markets at the University of Pittsburgh. In this episode, Michael speaks with Andrew Johnson, the CEO of MarFishEco, a consultant-based organization that pr…

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199 - The Good, the Not Really That Bad and the Ultimately Ugly 45:13

4M ago45:13

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This week Craig and Rex review three newish releases -- Beyonce's brilliant "Carter Country," Pearl Jam's not so bad "Dark Matter" and Motley Crue's ugly new single "Dogs of War." Also this episode, some trivia answers, how AI impacts music from both a creator and fan perspective, black light baseball, the Rangers' big inning, Astro woes continue, …

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198 - Johnny Mize: Born to Hit w/ Jerry Grillo 1:08:04

4M ago1:08:04

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Jerry Grillo, author of "Big Cat: The Life of Baseball Hall of Famer Johnny Mize," (Univ. of Nebraska Press, 2024) joins us this week for a wide-ranging, fast-paced interview about this legendary Cardinal, Giant and Yankee first baseman. Grillo was an energetic guest and Mize's amazing life provides plenty of material to talk baseball. Grillo's boo…

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Entering Into Intimacy | Ashish Mathew | Commission Church 57:28

4M ago57:28

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Welcome Online Family! Join us for a powerful word by Pastor Ashish Mathew. If you have a need that we can pray for, please feel free to comment below or DM us and we would love pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe to get notifications on all t…

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197 - Bill Veeck, The Second Act w/ Dan Helpingstine 53:56

4M ago53:56

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Author Dan Helpingstine has written several books about baseball in Chicago, including, "South Side Hitmen: The Story of the 1977 Chicago White Sox," and "The Cubs and the White Sox: A Baseball Rivalry, 1900 to the Present." Helpingstine is a life-long White Sox fan - his 2023 essay about Bill Veeck's second tenure as the White Sox owner is the sub…

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Overcoming Fear | Ashish Mathew | Commission Church 48:48

4M ago48:48

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Join us for a powerful word by Pastor Ashish Mathew. If you have a need that we can pray for, please feel free to comment below or DM us and we would love pray with you! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://bit.ly/36vpxdD Subscribe to get notifications on all the latest sermons and w…

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