Best Mercy Ships Podcasts (2024)

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USNS Mercy hospital ship heads downriver today 8:06

1d ago8:06

8:06

We have an interesting vessel alert for shipwatchers today: the US Navy hopital ship the USNS Mercy heads downriver and out to sea this morning from the shipyard at Swan Island, after four months of repairs and maintenance. Show transcript: http://shipreport.nfshost.com/audio/SRTranscript072924.pdf The post USNS Mercy hospital ship heads downriver …

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Transcending Borders and Saving Lives Together w/Raeanne Newquist of Mercy Ships 33:00

7h ago33:00

33:00

When a couple finds themselves aligned in values and begins to take care of themselves, often they're in the position to fulfill dreams and callings in a gorgeous new way. Today we get to talk to Raeanne Newquist who, along with her husband, left a predictable and safe life for a glorious adventure on Mercy Ships, where she and her family got to he…

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100 Chap Bettis: Celebrating 100 Episodes 18:20

1h ago18:20

18:20

On this episode of The Disciple-Making Parent Podcast, we celebrate a major milestone—our 100th episode! We’ll take a moment to reflect on highlights from some standout episodes throughout the years. Highlights include: Episode 1: Solid Gold Advice from Seasoned Christian Pediatrician - Dr. Tom Hines Episode 20: A Baby’s First Year - Dr. Tom Hines …

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A review of ship fog signals 8:26

4h ago8:26

8:26

We’ve had some foggy conditions on the lower river this week, and so this is a good time to review ship fog horn protocols. Those wonderful, sonorous ship horn sounds you hear in the fog are a lovely feature of coastal life. They’re also required by law and very important: they help ships communicate their locations when visibility is poor. Show tr…

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Going for the Gold for Every Type in Relationship 31:14

20h ago31:14

31:14

As the Paris Olympics gets off the ground this summer, we've got a few fun recommendations for you as well as some personal growth tips for finding the shining virtues for you and your relationships as well. Join Christa (and early guest Melody Hardin) for a discussion on what to be on the lookout for this Olympic season as well as what YOU can do …

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Part 8 – CG41332 – more on Coast Guard training 7:26

10h ago7:26

7:26

Note: I’m taking a break from the Ship Report for some vacation time. I’ll be back on the air and on Facebook, with updated ship schedules and marine weather reports on Monday, July 29. In the meantime I hope you enjoy this interview series about a tragic real life incident that happened here in our maritime neighborhood. In this final segment of m…

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No Small Surgery 1:02

25m ago1:02

1:02

The professional medical volunteers on board our hospital ships, the Global Mercy and the Africa Mercy, perform thousands of free surgeries every year.

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Part 7 – CG41332 – More on what changed after this tragedy 7:11

4d ago7:11

7:11

Note: I’m taking a break from the Ship Report for some vacation time. I’ll be back on the air and on Facebook, with updated ship schedules and marine weather reports on Monday, July 29. In the meantime I hope you enjoy this interview series about a tragic real life incident that happened here in our maritime neighborhood. Today, in Part 7 of an ext…

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A Sunrise Smile 1:01

3h ago1:01

1:01

A grandmother sat on a bench in the Africa Mercy's hospital ward.

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Part 6: what changed in the USCG after CG41332? 7:43

7d ago7:43

7:43

Note: I’m taking a break from the Ship Report for some vacation time. I’ll be back on the air and on Facebook, with updated ship schedules and marine weather reports on Monday, July 29. In the meantime I hope you enjoy this interview series about a tragic real life incident that happened here in our maritime neighborhood. Today is Part 6 of my inte…

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Hope and Healing Arrive 1:01

4h ago1:01

1:01

Sira was a playful 4-year-old filled with vibrant life.

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Exploring the Hidden Chapter in The Enneagram in Marriage: Finding Your Bedroom Glow 31:17

11h ago31:17

31:17

Marriage issues in the bedroom can be downright confusing and complex across varying couple dynamics and seasons of marriage, especially when unhealthy message is unintentionally filtered in from trauma in any capacity. In this short, sweet, and yet deep-diving episode, Christa walks you through the highlights of The Hidden Chapter of The Enneagram…

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Part 5 – a close look at what happened aboard CG41332 7:33

1h ago7:33

7:33

Note: I’m taking a break from the Ship Report for some vacation time. I’ll be back on the air and on Facebook, with updated ship schedules and marine weather reports on Monday, July 29. In the meantime I hope you enjoy this interview series about a tragic real life incident that happened here in our maritime neighborhood. Today we take a close look…

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A Different Appearance 1:02

6h ago1:02

1:02

Fatamata was filled with hope when her children were born. But both times, nearly nine years apart, that hope faded into fear.

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Day In The Life: Spectrum Management, Meet Saemi 10:54

2h ago10:54

10:54

Having interned at SES, Saemi discovered her passion for the regulatory side of engineering. So when the time came to transition into a full-time role, becoming a spectrum engineer proved to be the ideal fit. But what does spectrum management involve? Saemi Tanaka Aceves takes us through her day and offers insight into one of the most fascinating d…

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CG41332, Part 4, how Kopp gathered the info he needed 7:59

20m ago7:59

7:59

Note: I’m taking a break from the Ship Report for some vacation time. I’ll be back on the air and on Facebook, with updated ship schedules and marine weather reports on Monday, July 29. In the meantime I hope you enjoy this interview series about a tragic real life incident that happened here in our maritime neighborhood. We’re hearing an extended …

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A Future Ahead 1:01

1h ago1:01

1:01

Mariama was only 4 years old when her parents noticed her legs were beginning to bend.

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Recharging with Joy w/Carla H. Hayden, Type 8 39:37

5h ago39:37

39:37

Do you feel a lack of direction or margin in your life or relationship? That once you do get a few minutes to yourself, you’re overwhelmed and bogged down versus experiencing the refreshment, joy, and abundant life you know you're wired for? Today on the E + M podcast, you'll find the margin and clarity you need to thrive as we're joined by marketp…

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CG41332: Part 3 – how the boat capsized 8:34

4h ago8:34

8:34

Note: I’m taking a break from the Ship Report for some vacation time. I’ll be back on the air and on Facebook, with updated ship schedules and marine weather reports on Monday, July 29. In the meantime I hope you enjoy this interview series about a tragic real life incident that happened here in our maritime neighborhood. We’re into Day 3 of my int…

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Josephine's Miracle 1:01

9h ago1:01

1:01

Josephine's parents rushed her to a local hospital.

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CG41332: Part 2 of the story of a Coast Guard tragedy 8:34

7h ago8:34

8:34

Note: I’m taking a break from the Ship Report for some vacation time. I’ll be back on the air and on Facebook, with updated ship schedules and marine weather reports on Monday, July 29. In the meantime I hope you enjoy this interview series about a tragic real life incident that happened here in our maritime neighborhood. Today we contiue hearing p…

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Emmanuel 1:01

7d ago1:01

1:01

When Emmanuel was 2 years old, the left side of his face began to swell.

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CG41332: Part 1 of an interview with author John Kopp about a USCG tragedy 7:48

5h ago7:48

7:48

I’m taking a break from the Ship Report for some vacation time. I’ll be back on the air and on Facebook, with updated ship schedules and marine weather reports on Monday, July 29. In the meantime I hope you enjoy this interview series about a tragic real life incident that happened here in our maritime neighborhood. Today we begin an interview seri…

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Mamadu 1:00

14d ago1:00

1:00

Mariama was delighted that her second baby was a son.

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All About Type Ones + Ones With Each Type in Relationship 24:11

7d ago24:11

24:11

It feels so good to be known and seen for who we are, as well as to have clarified spaces from which to grow. To this end, today’s special shorter episode is a walk-through of the Enneagram type Ones and who they are, as well as who they can become as they walk toward health. If you're a One, learn how to become the healthiest version of yourself i…

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Mariama 1:01

3h ago1:01

1:01

When Mariama was 15, her sister died giving birth.

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Day In The Life: Software Engineer, Meet Chara 16:12

1h ago16:12

16:12

From writing satellite procedures to testing user interfaces used by operators to monitor the status and performance of our O3bmPOWER communications system; Chara Lagou’s role is essential in ensuring the connectivity our customers rely on - whether on land, in the air, or at sea. The surveyor-turned-software engineer takes us through her daily tas…

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You Are Strong 1:01

16d ago1:01

1:01

Sadio told his son, "You are strong."

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Barbara 1:01

19d ago1:01

1:01

Babies born with defects in West Africa start life as victims of superstition that abnormalities are signs of a curse.

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Process This! Episode 113: Keeping a Positive Culture in Sterile Processing

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In episode 113, host Jon Wood speaks with Elizabeth Casey about cultures in Sterile Processing (SP) and the importance of keeping a positive outlook despite the many negative aspects encountered in the field. Casey discusses how approaching SP as part of the surgical team and changing our attitudes about how we care for one another and our patients…

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Adenidji 1:01

20d ago1:01

1:01

Adenidji was a dedicated Muslim who arrived at the Mercy Ships patient screening.

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099: R. Albert Mohler: Thinking About the Next Generation 40:16

3d ago40:16

40:16

On this episode of The Disciple-Making Parent Podcast, we have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Albert Mohler, president of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Mohler shares his personal journey of faith, from his childhood and early influences to his current views on the future for parents and church leaders. W…

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Odette 1:00

21d ago1:00

1:00

Odette Wilson was a mother of four children living in the port city of Lome, Togo.

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All About Type Twos + Twos With Each Type in Relationship 29:45

3d ago29:45

29:45

It feels so good to be known and seen for who we are, as well as to have clarified spaces from which to grow. To this end, today’s special shorter episode is a walk-through of the Enneagram type Twos and who they are, as well as who they can become as they walk toward health. If you're a Two, learn how to become the healthiest version of yourself i…

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Banganui 1:01

22d ago1:01

1:01

"If you want me to come back to church, God, find some way to make my face normal." That was Bagnangui's prayer.

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Mariama 1:00

23d ago1:00

1:00

In West Africa, a child with bowed legs is considered cursed by evil spirits.

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The Enneagram for Moms w/Beth McCord, Type 9 41:12

5d ago41:12

41:12

Healthy parenting involves not only the journey of helping to love our kids but also understanding ourselves and the ways we handle stress. This often involves doing some healing around our own developmental stories. When we learn to self-regulate well, we bring a non-anxious connected presence of attunement with our kids so they thrive and we thri…

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Serah 1:01

26d ago1:01

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Serah is from Taomasina, Madagascar and was born with clubfeet. Her parents were determined to get treatment.

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Balkissa 1:00

27d ago1:00

1:00

Balkissa was born with an abnormal growth on her tongue.

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Public Tours 1:01

28d ago1:01

1:01

Many years ago, we sailed our ships through Europe on promotional tours.

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All About Type Threes + Threes w/Each Type in Relationship 28:03

10d ago28:03

28:03

It feels so good to be known and seen for who we are, as well as to have clarified spaces from which to grow. To this end, today’s special shorter episode is a walk-through of the Enneagram type Threes and who they are, as well as who they can become as they walk toward health. If you're a Three, learn how to become the healthiest version of yourse…

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Muriella 1:01

29d ago1:01

1:01

Now that the Africa Mercy has returned to Madagascar, we've had the privilege of seeing patients from our last field service.

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Isatu 1:01

30d ago1:01

1:01

For the better part of a day, Isatu sat on her hospital bed staring at the reflection of her face in the small mirror in her hand.

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How to Negotiate Well in Your Marriage w/Dr. Wyatt Fisher 31:42

12d ago31:42

31:42

Making negotiations in marriage is essential yet how we come to these is quite the task to undertake without good tools and training. Today we learn from an expert at negotiating in marriage, Dr. Wyatt Fisher (type 3/5) who has so many great tips for us today! Join in as we walk through them together strategically right here and use the tips today …

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Tire Shoes 1:00

1M ago1:00

1:00

When Anama was a young boy in Togo, he used to walk to his father's farm to work.

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098: Travis Rymer: Discerning False Influencers Among Us 52:51

26d ago52:51

52:51

On this episode of The Disciple-Making Parent podcast, we embark on a journey through an ocean of ideas, recognizing the importance of discernment in navigating the truths and falsehoods that surround us. As we consider the influence we have on our children's understanding of the world, we’ll explore the critical role of discernment in their growth…

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Romino 1:00

1M ago1:00

1:00

In a coastal city in eastern Madagascar lives a 12-year-old boy named Romino.

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The Blood Will Never Lose Its Power

1M ago

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Benoit Katompua

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Down From His Glory

1M ago

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Korneliusz Mikolajczyk

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Process This! Episode 112: The Relationship Between Biomed and Sterile Processing 29:00

17d ago29:00

29:00

In episode 112, host Jon Wood speaks with Michele McKinley about the unique possibilities for partnership between the Biomedical and Sterile Processing departments. McKinley addresses how to build this relationship, the opportunities and challenges of collaboration, and how critical this interaction is when considering the best interests and protec…

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