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Hi, I’m Mike Malatesta, the creator and host of the "How'd it Happen?" podcast. On the podcast, I have meaningful conversations with some of the most successful people about how that success happened to them. My guests include Entrepreneurs, Athletes, Physicians, Non-Profit & Academic Leaders, Consultants, Financial Experts, Authors, Moon Shot Explorers, and more. I dig in deep with every guest to get to the roots of their success. To discover not just how it happened but why it matters. My ...
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Are you a music nerd? If so, we already love you. Every week we dissect the entire discography of a different artist—album by album. That’s right…even the albums they wish you forgot. It's great. Especially if you love arguing. Come discover some amazing new artists with us every Tuesday!
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Welcome to the MOJO Record Club. Join Andrew Male and the MOJO family of musicians, writers and music obsessives as we hunt down classic albums, buried treasures and the very best new records. Subscribe now at https://www.mojo4music.com/podcast/
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Karl Vaters interviews church leaders about the important issues of faith and ministry. It's called The Church Lobby because: The church lobby is where the church meets and does ministry. The church lobby moves conversations from the stage to the floor. The church lobby is a good place to take the temperature of a church’s health. Karl Vaters is the author of several books, including Small Church Essentials and The Grasshopper Myth. Formerly known as Can This Work In a Small Church?, this po ...
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Every week, I explore (and more importantly EXPLAIN!) music, filmmaking, and the other creative arts. Personal tastes are not technique. I don’t waste our time with the same old circular “it was good because I liked it because it was good.” No sir! I deconstruct and reverse engineer composition, screenwriting, and how to correctly pronounce the word “folks.” Who am I? I’m Carl King: musician, animated show creator, and author. You might even remember me as Sir Millard Mulch or Dr. Zoltan. I’ ...
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Karl Vaters talks with Brad Roth about the content from his new book, Flyover Church: How Jesus’ Ministry in Rural Places Is Good News Everywhere, for which Karl wrote the foreword. Topics include: How the rural church is different from the city and suburban church, not just in scale, but in type How metrics are very different in the rural church T…
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This week we're discussing every album by Acid Bath. While their existence was short lived, Acid Bath's style of sludge metal and stoner rock was a clear inspiration to bands like Pantera. If you're looking for brutal sludge with hard rock hooks, these dudes deliver. Closing track: "Finger Paintings of the Insane" from When the Kite String Pops (19…
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Join Dr. Hogan from LV Wellness and Aesthetics as he shares invaluable insights into the benefits of hormonal therapy. Learn how hormones can influence your overall health and discover the transformative power of a personalized approach to medicine. Dr. Hogan is committed to providing exceptional care by fostering strong relationships with his pati…
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Psalm 51 gives us a picture of what "full repentance" looks like. This isn't just a flippant "I'm sorry," but a thorough confession of sin that came deep from the contrite heart of King David. Pastor Aaron gives us five aspects of David's confession, followed by telling us that there needs to be a balance between feeling as though we haven't done e…
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Simon Causton, founder of Citadel Phuket, a leading property management company in Phuket, Thailand, brings a wealth of market knowledge and innovative strategies to the table. His vision for Citadel Phuket transcends typical real estate transactions, focusing on a seamless, client-centric experience that maximizes investment potential. In this epi…
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Psalm 124 is one of the Psalms of Ascent (Psalms 120-134), which were meant to encourage meditation and remembrance. And in this Psalm we see God's God's 1. Past Help (vs. 1-5), 2. Present Help (vs. 6-7), and 3. Future Hope (v. 8). Remembering these three things should lead us to have full confidence in God and the things He has called us to.…
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This week we're discussing Lost Themes IV: Noir, the latest album by legendary movie director John Carpenter. Collaborating with his son, Cody Carpenter and his godson, Daniel Davies, this is Carpenter's fourth album and it's a ton of fun. Like previous Lost Themes albums, there are a ton of synths, 80s rock guitars, and driving electronic rhythms.…
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Join us as Wes Watson, the man behind an astounding $3 million a month, recounts his remarkable journey from prison to success. Learn how he transforms lives through discipline, fitness, and personal challenges, empowering others to reach their potential. This is one podcast you won't want to miss! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watson_fit/ Y…
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On this episode of The How'd It Happen Podcast, Mike Malatesta shares his personal experience of selling two businesses and the lessons he learned. He emphasizes the need for not only an exit strategy, but also an entry strategy. This is important to think about before selling your business. Mike also talks about the resources available for exiting…
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🌟 Balancing Hormones in 30 Days: Nikki's Incredible Journey in Thailand 🌟 In this episode of the Fruiting Body Podcast, we sit down with Nikki, a wellness enthusiast who shares her remarkable story of balancing her hormone levels in just 30 days while living in Thailand. 🌴 Nikki's journey is a testament to the incredible healing power of health pra…
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Sometimes pastors are our own worst enemy, so we need to recognize that God chose us for this work. There’s probably not a single pastor (at least not a long-term pastor) who can’t relate to the title of Craig T Owens’ latest book, When Sheep Bite: Help for Shepherd Leaders Who May Have Felt the Painful Bites. In this conversation, Karl Vaters talk…
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This week we're discussing every album by Faith No More. As one of the pioneers of alt metal, Faith No More combined heavy hip hop-spired rhythms with chunky metal guitarwork to create a wholly unique style. But since Mike Patton joined the band in the late 80s, FNM has evolved into one of the most interesting and diverse rock bands of all time. Th…
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In this message Pastor Aaron encourages us to turn our fear into faith, based on the truths presented in Psalm 56. He tells us we can follow the example of King David in presenting to God a Plea for Grace (v. 1), a Prayer of Honesty (vs. 1-2; 5-9), and a Praise of Gratitude (vs. 12-13). And then our pastor encourages us with five things that we can…
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Join us as Emily and Stephen share their inspiring journey of making a pivotal decision that led them to move to Texas, ultimately saving their relationship. Now, they are seizing one of the greatest opportunities of their lives as the proud owners of Stroll River Oaks, Cane Island, and Weston's Magazine. This dynamic duo is making a bold entrance …
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Ever wondered what it takes to build a multi-billion-dollar company from scratch? Settle in as Mike chats with Jonathan Cronstedt, better known as JCron. JCron is the force behind Kajabi, a company that has revolutionized the knowledge commerce industry. JCron unpacks his entrepreneurial journey, from the inception of the company, the trials and tr…
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In this episode of the How’d It Happen Podcast, Mike Malatesta shares the inspiring story of Joe Polish, a recovering addict turned marketing genius. Mike discusses four key takeaways from Joe's book, “What's In It for Them,” that can benefit leaders and entrepreneurs alike. Despite a challenging start as a carpet cleaner with no money or experienc…
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Psalm 16 encourages us to have confidence in God's ability to give and sustain our greatest joy in this life and the next. This Psalm starts with a request to God, and is followed by four reminders of why David feels confident about making such a request: 1) God is our Refuge (v. 1) 2) The Lordship of God (v. 2) 3) God is our Treasure (vs. 2-6) 4) …
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This week we're taking some time to honor the great Steve Albini. Having already done full episodes on Big Black, Rapeman, and most recently Shellac, this time we're talking about everything Albini has worked on that's affected us over the years. Mike speaks with Alex, their history guy, Tom, as well as his brother Robert about everything Steve Alb…
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Music artist Mike Jones discusses the business side of the music industry and his journey toward earning his master. While facing the IRS's seizure of millions, he candidly shares his struggles and setbacks, offering valuable insights to inspire and guide future entrepreneurs. Follow on: Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVpz3nImVSQawFPqH1J…
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Join Mike for a profound conversation with his special guest, Paul Hutchinson, a true liberator of humanity. Known for leading over 70 undercover rescue missions, Paul shares his journey from aspiring brain surgeon to becoming the founder of the Child Liberation Foundation and Liberate Humanity. You will get a firsthand account of his daring infilt…
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This week as the MOJO Record Club's Andrew Male and MOJO Associate Editor Jenny Bulley discuss new albums from Cassandra Jenkins and Sturgill Simpson's new alter ego Johnny Blue Skies. You wait forever for an expansive genre-expanding album of personal revelation and then two come along at once. Tracklisting: Petco, written by Cassandra Jenkins fro…
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In this episode of the How’d It Happen Podcast, Mike shares nine reasons why Jay Leno has more meaning than money. From his humility to his hard work, Jay’s qualities are explored in depth. A lot of wealthy people and celebrities have the opposite where they have more money than meaning, and end up feeling very unfulfilled in their lives. Join Mike…
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🌟 Discover the Mysteries of Traveling in Thailand with Irish Boxer James Power 🌟 Join us for an exciting episode of the Fruiting Body Podcast featuring James Power, an exceptional professional Irish boxer making waves in the boxing world. Born and raised in Cork, Ireland, James became Ireland’s youngest professional boxer at just 17 years old. With…
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Karl Vaters talks with Frank Wooden about Microchurches. Frank has been a church planter for decades, but is now concentrating on the Microchurch model as a valid, healthy alternative in a changing cultural landscape. Karl and Frank talk about: What Microchurch is Why it’s so appealing right now Some cautions to be aware of Three reasons the Microc…
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This week we're discussing every album by Shellac. After covering Big Black and Rapeman in past episodes, it was only a matter of time before we eventually got to Shellac. However, due to the unexpected and tragic loss of Steve Albini this year, this episode is bittersweet. They were a fantastic band that we're happy to dissect in detail here. Clos…
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Join custom home builder Erin Stetzer as she embraces social media to share her expertise and valuable tips for aspiring home builders. In her inspiring journey, Erin reflects on starting with just $200 in her bank account and transforming into the incredibly successful builder she is today. Don’t miss her insights and advice for anyone looking to …
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The Lankum polymath discusses the beefed-up drone of the Lankum sound, the awesome power of repetition, folk as time travel, and delves deep into his wild youth and his love of the Subhumans and folk-punk Laureate, Patrik Fitzgerald. Tracklisting: (cover of D.K. Gavan’s) Rocky Road To Dublin, from the 2023 EP, Live In Dublin, Written by D.K. Gavin,…
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We all probably think that we know the difference between right and wrong and wouldn’t get caught up in something we aren’t supposed to be doing, but according to Kelly Richmond Pope, it can be a slippery slope. Some people get into legal trouble by starting small or by not speaking up when someone sneakily gets them involved. On this episode of th…
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Who doesn’t love receiving a gift from another person? It doesn’t have to be an actual physical gift in order to be special. In fact, the best gifts humans can give cannot be bought. In this solo episode, Mike talks about the best gifts that humans can give to one another. He was inspired to do this by an American journalist and novelist named Oren…
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Young Thai Girl Entrepreneur Shines in the Supplement Industry - Featuring Pearl, Founder of Bruce Supplements. Meet Siwanad Tampanon, known to her fans as Pearl, a young Thai girl entrepreneur who is making waves in the supplement industry. Born and raised in Phuket, Thailand, Pearl's passion for health and wellness led her to create Bruce Supplem…
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Welcome to our new summer series on the Book of Psalms! In this, the first message of the series, Pastor Aaron teaches on Psalm 113 which focuses on praising the Lord. In fact, it's a great text for finding reasons to praise, including the three following reasons: Praise the Lord... 1) For His great name (vs. 1-3) 2) For His great glory (vs. 4-6), …
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This week we're discussing Cometh the Storm, the latest album by the great High on Fire. Led by guitarist/vocalist Matt Pike (Sleep) and joined for the first time by drummer Coady Willis (Murder City Devils, Big Business, Mevlins), Cometh the Storm is High on Fire doing what they do best. Is it similar to their other albums? Yes. Does it rule? Also…
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Join custom home builder Erin Stetzer as she embraces social media to share her expertise and valuable tips for aspiring home builders. In her inspiring journey, Erin reflects on starting with just $200 in her bank account and transforming into the incredibly successful builder she is today. Don’t miss her insights and advice for anyone looking to …
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As a high performer that may be running a business or calling the shots for a company, you have a lot of decisions to make. It is easy to get overwhelmed and experience decision fatigue, or struggle with indecisiveness, not knowing what is truly the best option. This episode is for you if you want to learn how to make quicker and better decisions i…
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Karl Vaters talks with Laurie Acker about the changing face of small church ministry, especially as it relates to recruiting, training, and relying on the volunteers who are so essential in helping small churches survive and thrive in a changing world. Laurie runs SmallChurchMinistry.com, an online ministry that provides resources and support for v…
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This week we're discussing every album by Destiny's Child. Yes, you read that correctly. Do we want to cover this band? Absolutely not. Did someone pay us to do it? You're damn right. So we listened to all their albums as unbiased as possible. For the love of God, if you're a fan of Destiny's Child or Beyonce, do not watch this. Closing track: "Jum…
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Join Eric Crutchfield, the "Construction King of Dallas," as he recounts his remarkable journey from prison to prosperity. After his release, Eric made the pivotal decision to turn his life around and dive into the real estate industry. Today, he proudly owns over a hundred rental properties and shows no signs of slowing down. This inspiring story …
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In this final message on the book of Ephesians Pastor Aaron talks about an upcoming mission opportunity and goes over the last few verses of Ephesians, chapter 6. Then he encourages the congregation and online audience to let the Word of God speak for itself and wash over them as he recites by memory the entire book of Ephesians!…
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Peter Buck rocks up to talk about R.E.M., Laura Nyro, pandemic life and his new collaboration with Luke Haines. Tracklisting: 1. The British Army on LSD, from the album, All the Kids are Super Bummed Out, by Luke Haines and Peter Buck, released by Cherry Red Records 2. Eli’s Coming, by Laura Nero, (eternally beguiling and cryptic 1968 LP), Eli And …
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Do you want to know what it takes to create something truly magical from absolutely nothing? Building a remarkable business from the ground up requires focusing on being better than what is already out there. But here is the key: you can’t just be slightly better than your competition. You need to go all in on being 10 times better than what is cur…
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We all have cool things about ourselves, but how often do you take the time to list out the cool things about yourself? Chances are, it’s probably not very often, but after listening to a podcast with Dean Graziosi, Mike felt inspired to reflect on the cool things about himself. In Dean’s podcast episode, he talked about an exercise that he called …
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Flash Daddy, a former Triad Gangster from Hong Kong, shares his incredible journey from gang life to becoming a professional Muay Thai fighter in Thailand. Growing up in Hong Kong, Flash faced constant bullying, which led him to join the notorious Triads. After countless street fights and dangerous encounters, he left his gangster past behind to pu…
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This week we're discussing WAR., the newest album by noise rock band WHORES. This album hits insanely hard. If you find yourself in the mood for noise rock with a healthy dosage of sludge metal mixed in there, you'll have a hard time finding a better album than this one this year. Crank this one loud, folks. Closing track: "Quitter's Fight Song" Pa…
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After teaching on putting on the whole armor of God, Paul asks his brothers and sisters in Ephesus to pray for him, to be on bold mission for God. Taking Ephesians 6.19-20 as a model, we are to 1) ask others to pray for us, and then 2) simply opening our mouths to speak, followed by 3) proclaiming the mystery of the gospel, and finally 4) owning ou…
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Join us as Michael and Yillianna Dadashi share their remarkable success story. Michael transformed his life from battling drug addiction to becoming an inspiring advocate for those facing similar challenges. Together, Michael and Yillianna now own a rehab center “Infinite Recovery” that emphasizes healthy eating, fitness, and discipline. This dynam…
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You might be thinking what do all these rhyming words mean together? Snap, nap, tap, clap, recap is a powerful 5-step system for improved vitality created by successful well-being expert David Lindsay. Each step serves an important purpose in building a strong mind and body and being present and resilient no matter what life throws at you. David Li…
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Today’s solo episode of the How’d It Happen podcast was inspired by Jordan Peterson and his book, titled “12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos. After reading this book, Mike felt drawn to create his own 12 rules of life, and in this episode, he breaks down his 12.5 rules of life. Those rules are: Hold doors open, look people in the eye, say hell…
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Pastoring in a post-Christian context is different. The more counter-cultural our faith becomes, the more important it is to understand that Christian consumerism is deadly and church cooperation is essential. Karl Vaters talks with Dan Nichols about these subjects, including: Negotiating a cultural shift in a longstanding church Partnering with ot…
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Meet Matt Fox, a dedicated father, husband, and cancer survivor, committed to reshaping fitness for individuals restricted by time, accessibility, and the misconception that gym membership is essential. With over 600,000 followers on Instagram, Matt Fox has become a viral revolutionary in the fitness industry. He started Bodyweight Built which focu…
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