Best Nick Surface Podcasts (2024)

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Sea control 545 Naval Operations in the Mexican-American War 18:11

19h ago18:11

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1. Improvised Partnerships: U.S. Joint Operations in the Mexican-American War, by Nathan A. Jennings, Joint Force Quarterly 105, April 14, 2022. 2. D-Day Veracruz, 1847 – A Grand Design, by Paul C. Clark, Jr. and Edward H. Moseley, National Defense University, 1996. 3. Sea Control 510 – The Fortress Fleet with Lt Col Nathan Jennings, PhD Bio: Natha…

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Navigating Difficult Situations with Empathy (Feat. Chris Voss) 52:13

3h ago52:13

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In this captivating episode, we sit down with Chris Voss, former FBI hostage negotiator, Harvard and Georgetown professor, best selling author, CEO of Black Swan Group, and seasoned sailor. Chris takes us on a journey through his extraordinary life, sharing gripping stories from his days negotiating with terrorists and criminals, to teaching the ar…

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153. The Authority Paradox: Power and Submission 50:12

2h ago50:12

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Authority is a term we often take for granted and rarely think through. As such, we often breeze past how important it is to have an understanding of authority. There are only 2 times in scripture that Jesus was amazed and both times were to do with authority. The understanding of it is vital to become all God made you to be. In this episode, we wi…

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Sea Control 544 Piracy and the Spanish Pacific with Dr. Kristie Flannery 14:26

5d ago14:26

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Links: Piracy and the Making of the Spanish Pacific World, by Dr. Kristie Flannery, University of Pennsylvania Press, 2024. Twitter: @thehistoriannBy Kristie Flannery, Jared Samuelson

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152. Mastering Sleep With Sleep Expert, Dr Michael Grandner 1:20:40

3d ago1:20:40

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We've long said on the Impossible Life that we wanted to have a sleep expert on and...TODAY'S THE DAY! We cover all things in a wide ranging conversation with sleep expert Dr Michael Grandner. Dr Grandner works with Fitbit, the MLB, the IOC, and USA Olympics to name a few and is as knowledgeable as they come. We asked a lot of questions and we've p…

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Sea Control 543 - The U.S.-Soviet Incidents at Sea Agreement with Dr. David Winkler 34:33

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Links 1. Preventing Incidents at Sea: The History of the INCSEA Concept, by David F. Winkler, Centre for Foreign Policy Studies, Dalhousie University, 2008.By Jared Samuelson, Dr. David Winkler, James Addison Pellerano

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Give Your Light Permission to Surface! (Feat. Lisa Nichols) 1:07:07

5d ago1:07:07

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In our latest episode, we delve into the transformative world of personal growth and empowerment with the incredible Lisa Nichols—an acclaimed motivational speaker, best-selling author, and coach renowned for her dynamic approach to inspiring others. Lisa is the author of the bestsellers "Against All Odds" and "Rise Up," which have touched the live…

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151. Navigating Process - The Key To Building Enduring Success 51:37

11d ago51:37

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We live in a microwave society today where optimization, growth hacking, and short cuts are a way of life. But true growth requires a process. And process takes time. Which is why so many people quit and never realize what's actually possible in their lives. If you want to truly be great in any area of your life, you need to know that you will be i…

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Sea Control 542 - Ready to Dive with Curt Newport 23:58

21d ago23:58

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Links 1. Ready to Dive – Five Decades of Adventure in the Abyss, by Curt Newport, Purdue University Press, 2024.By Curt Newport, Jared Samuelson, Jim Jarvie

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Sea Control 541 - The Globe and Anchor Men with Dr. Mark Folse 48:51

12d ago48:51

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Links 1. The Globe and Anchor Men: U.S. Marines and American Manhood in the Great War Era, by Mark Ryland Folse, University of Kansas Press, 2024. 2. Sea Control 287 - Small Wars and More with Dr. Mark Folse, CIMSEC, October 24, 2021. 3. Contested Valor: African American Marines in the Age of Power, Protest and Tokenism, by Cameron D. McCoy, Univer…

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521: Christi Ruffin on the joy of collecting ceramics 47:26

22d ago47:26

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Christi Ruffin is an avid collector of ceramics, and by that, I mean she is obsessed. I recently got to visit her home in Charlotte, NC and hold many of the pieces that make up her collection of over 3,000 pots. In our interview we talk about forming relationships with artists, insuring and documenting a ceramic collection, and how the pandemic hel…

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150. Modern Day Discipleship - The Greatest Need We All Have 50:03

18d ago50:03

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If you were going to leave your loved ones forever, what would you want your final words to be? This is the scenario we get in Matthew 28 when Jesus is ascending into heaven and giving final instructions to his disciples. He tells them to go into all the world and make disciples... But what is a disciple? That is not a word we use in today's langua…

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Sea Control 540 - The Library of Captain John Anderson 18:24

16d ago18:24

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Robert Maclean discusses his chapter contribution to the Journal of the Edinburgh Bibliographical Society, "The Library of Captain John Anderson, a 17th century Glasgow Mariner." Bob is an Assistant Librarian (rare books), Archives and Special Collections, at the University of Glasglow Library.This episode was edited and produced by Jonathan Sellin…

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Sea Control 539 Normandy - The Sailors' Story and D-Day with Nick Hewitt 32:18

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Links 1. Normandy - The Sailors’ Story: A Naval History of D-Day and the Battle for France, by Nick Hewitt, Yale University Press, 2024.By Nick Hewitt, Jared Samuelson

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520: Yoshi Fuji on his intricately carved pottery 33:20

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Yoshi Fuji spends hours carving intricate patterns drawn from kimono and Japanese wrapping paper on each of his forms. In our interview we talk about his approach to pattern and his relationship with Baltimore Clayworks, where he has been a resident, instructor, and now Director of Exhibitions. Yoshi Fuji Ceramics Baltimore Clayworks Today’s episod…

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Uncharted Territories: Mapping Your Quest for Later in Life (Feat: James Altucher) 1:22:25

19d ago1:22:25

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In our latest episode, we dive deep into the exhilarating world of quests with none other than James Altucher—a celebrated author, entrepreneur, and angel investor known for his unique perspectives on life and success. Join us as James explores why embarking on new quests isn't just a young person's game, but a vital pursuit for those in their late…

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149. From Overwhelmed to Purposeful Living: The Power of Priorities 49:00

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Priorities are something we all have but very few people are clear enough that they live their life in line with their priorities. We typically come across priorities in terms of managing workloads and tasks, but a life of purpose is realized by having clear priorities and living according to them. Priorities are the path to purpose. In this episod…

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Sea Control 538 - Sunken Warships and Diplomatic Timebombs with Dr. Natali Pearson 23:10

24d ago23:10

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Links 1. The Australasian Journal of Maritime Archaeology.By Dr. Natali Pearson, Jared Samuelson, Jim Jarvie

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Sea Control 537 - Europe's Role in Indo-Pacific Security with Dr. Joanna Siekiera 28:43

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Links 1. “Dragons in the West: Chinese Communist Party Threats in Europe and the Imperative of a Strategic Pivot,” by Joanna Siekiera, Irregular Warfare Initiative, February 27, 2024. 2. 21st Century as the Pacific Century: Culture and Security of Oceania States in Great Power Competition, edited by Joanna Siekiera, Wydawnictwa Uiwersytetu Warszaws…

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519: Nom Ceramics on developing layered glaze surfaces 56:26

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Rebecca and Scott Proctor formed Nom Ceramics in 2019 after years of working in the same studio. Their functional and sculptural collaborations are glazed with layers of patterns that melt together in their soda kiln firings. In our interview we talk about their path to collaboration, their method for building surfaces, and how they balance parenti…

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148. The Danger of Deception: How to Find Truth in a World of Illusion 50:38

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What is truth? A simple question that can leave you searching your entire life. It's a question that is constantly being debated in various forms and fashions and yet the truth is what will set you free according to Jesus. So the question we should be asking is, "what is keeping us from the truth?" In this episode, we look at what truth is, what it…

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Sea Control 536 - Development of the South Korean Shipbuilding Industry with Dongkeun Lee 28:16

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Links 1. "Influences behind the development of South Korea’s shipbuilding industry from the 1960s to the 2000s," by Dongkeun Lee, Marine Policy, September 2024.By Dongkeun Lee, Jared Samuelson

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Sea Control 535 - The Return of Jack Ryan with Brian Andrews and Jeffrey Wilson 20:55

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Links 1. Tom Clancy Act of Defiance, by Brian Andrews and Jeffrey Wilson, G.P. Putnam’s Sons, May 21, 2024.By Jeffrey Wilson, Brian Andrews, Jared Samuelson

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518: John Born on improvising within a vocabulary of form 29:59

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John Born is an artist working in sculpture and drawing based in New York City. In his recent show at Curatorial and Co. in Sydney he showed a series of his signature composite forms made from stacked ceramic shapes. In our interview we talk about his start in ceramics, the role improvisation plays in his sculpture, and the series of portals he mad…

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The Mindset You Need for the Decade Ahead (Feat: Peter Diamandis) 1:02:00

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of The QuestionABLE Podcast—your new go-to source for exploring the profound questions and visionary ideas shaping our world. In this premiere episode, we're kicking things off with a bang, featuring none other than Peter Diamandis, a serial entrepreneur, futurist, technologist, and New York Times Bestselling Author…

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147. How To Finish What You Started - Don't Get Stuck In The Middle 47:36

2M ago47:36

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If you're great at starting things, but not at sticking with them, this episode is for you. It's easy to set off with great intentions and motivation only to get lost in the middle when neither the start or finish are anywhere in sight. In this episode, we talk about why people get stuck in the middle, the cost of quitting, and give you 3 keys to f…

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Sea Control 534 - NATO's Navies at 75 with Dr. Josh Tallis 31:35

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Links 1. "NATO’s Navies at 75: Operational Imperatives to Watch," by Joshua Tallis, Proceedings, April 2024. 2. Sea Control 197 – Naval Great Power Competition with Dr. Joshua Tallis and Hunter Stires, CIMSEC, August 30, 2020. 3. Sea Control 250 – Dr. Joshua Tallis on Arctic Strategy, CIMSEC, May 16, 2021. 4. Sea Control 408 – NATO’s Maritime Futur…

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Sea Control 533 - Maritime Peacekeeping with Dr. Ian Bowers 22:28

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Links 1. "Exploiting the Water: Naval Involvement in UN Peacekeeping," by Ian Bowers, in UN Peacekeeping Doctrine in a New Era, Taylor & Francis, 2017. 2. Sea Control 231 – Not So Disruptive After All with Dr. Ian Bowers and Dr. Sarah Kirchberger, CIMSEC, March 11, 2021. 3. "A First Time for Everything: The United Nations Maritime Task Force in Leb…

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517: Ashlyn Pope on integrating woven elements into ceramics 59:38

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Ashlyn Pope is a ceramic and fiber artist of Gullah descent who describes her work as representing “restriction and limitation of the Black body throughout American history, and the hope and vision to realize a different future.” In our interview we talk about integrating woven elements into ceramic vessels, educating through art, and her recent fi…

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146. The Funnest Episode Ever - The Garrett & Nick Game Of Questions 41:58

2M ago41:58

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In what is an Impossible Life first, Garrett and Nick sat down completely unscripted and asked each other five questions they had not previously revealed to the other. While there is plenty of fun, these are also not introductory questions. There are plenty of insights and lessons as well. Find out more about Giant Killers and apply by clicking her…

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Sea Control 532 - Coalition Naval Operations during the Korean War with Dr. Ian Bowers and Dr. Deborah Sanders 33:33

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Links Coalition Navies During the Korean War: Understanding Combined Operations, edited by Ian Bowers, Routledge, 2024. Sea Control 231 – Not So Disruptive After All with Dr. Ian Bowers and Dr. Sarah Kirchberger, CIMSEC, March 11, 2021.By Dr. Deborah Sanders, Dr. Ian Bowers, Jared Samuelson

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516: Rhonda Willers on embracing creative growth 59:29

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Rhonda Willers uses functional pottery, sculptural vessels, and installation to focus on ideas of fragility and the passage of time. In our interview we talk about her 2019 installation Alone Together, her work in ceramics, and her book Terra Sigillata: Contemporary Techniques. We also discuss her philosophy of service work and her podcast The Arti…

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Sea Control 531 - Girt by Sea with Dr. Bec Strating and Dr. Joanne Wallis 31:36

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Links 1. Girt By Sea: Re-Imagining Australia’s Security, by Rebecca Strating and Joanne Wallis, La Trobe University Press, 2024. 2. Sea Control 430 - Australian Constabulary Missions with Sean Andrews, CIMSEC, May 11, 2023. 3. Sea Control 508 - Australian Capabilities in the Littoral with Jennifer Parker and Peter Jones, CIMSEC, April 6, 2024. 4. S…

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145. Who to Trust in the Age of "Experts": A Guide to Discerning Advice & Finding Mentors 53:04

2M ago53:04

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In the information age, we never suffer from a lack of answers when we have a question. Instead, it's becoming increasingly more difficult to know what information is correct. The same is true in life. So often we have many people offering advice or telling us what we should do. How do we know who to listen to? In this episode, we will show you how…

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Sea Control 530 - The Creole Archipelago with Dr. Tessa Murphy 22:52

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Links 1. The Creole Archipelago: Race and Borders in the Colonial Caribbean, by Tessa Murphy, University of Pennsylvania Press, 2021. 2. Sea Control 227 – Last Turtlemen of the Caribbean with Dr. Sharika Crawford, CIMSEC, February 15, 2021. 3. Sea Control 505 - Pirates of the Slave Trade with Dr. Angela Sutton, CIMSEC, March 28, 2024. 4. Captives o…

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Sea Control 529 - EU Maritime Operations with Piero Barlucchi 21:24

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Links 1. "From Atalanta to Aspides : Old and New Challenges for EU Maritime Operations," P. Barlucchi, Istituto Affari Internazionali, March 2024.By Piero Barlucchi, Alexia Bouallagui

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144. Dean Stott - Real Life Action Hero, Netflix Star, & World Record Holder 1:34:38

2M ago1:34:38

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Dean Stott is a former soldier in the Special Boat Service (SBS), published author, World Record holder, and is currently starring in the Netflix Show - Toughest Forces on Earth. His military career was ended by a parachuting accident in 2011. He quickly transitioned to the private security sector, where he carved out a reputation for being willing…

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Sea Control 528 - China's Blue Economy with Kate Walsh 20:39

2M ago20:39

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Links 1. China’s Blue Economy: Evolution and Geostrategic Implications, by Kathleen A. Walsh, CRC Press, 2024.By Kathleen Walsh, Jim Jarvie, Jared Samuelson

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Sea Control 527 - The Wide Wide Sea with Hampton Sides 23:43

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Links 1. The Wide Wide Sea - Imperial Ambition, First Contact, and the Fateful Final Voyage of Captain James Cook, by Hampton Sides, Penguin Random House, April 9, 2024. 2. In the Kingdom of Ice - The Grand and Terrible Polar Voyage of the USS Jeannette, by Hampton Sides, Penguin Random House, May 26, 2015. 3. Hampton Sides website.…

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515: Nick Lenker on sculpting his digital world into 3D 52:18

2M ago52:18

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Nick Lenker draws from video games to make ceramic sculptures that seem to have jumped right out of a pixelated computer screen into real life. In our interview we talk about his process of building with slabs before applying custom decals, investigating memory through subject matter, and how Philadelphia has shaped his creative life. www.nicklenke…

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143. How To Raise A Great Family With Keith & Josh Craft 1:33:25

2M ago1:33:25

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We all want our kids to do better than we did. We want them to know and love God, know who they are, and live purposeful lives in line with our family values. In a world where identity is under attack and there are new parenting “philosophies” popping up all the time, confusion is at an all time high. That’s why Pastor Keith Craft wrote Dear Parent…

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Sea Control 526 - Maritime Security in Latin America Wilder Alejandro Sanchez (Part 2) 18:49

2M ago18:49

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Links 1. CIMSEC author page of Wilder Alejandro Sanchez. 2. Second Floor Strategies. 3. “Hospital Ships: A Vital Asset for SOUTHCOM and South American Navies,” by Wilder Alejandro Sanchez, CIMSEC, January 24, 2023. 4. “TIAR 21: Maritime Security, the TIAR, and IUU Fishing in the Western Hemisphere,” by Wilder Alejandro Sanchez, CIMSEC, October 16, …

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Sea Control 525 - Maritime Security in Latin America Wilder Alejandro Sanchez (Part 1) 20:21

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Links 1. CIMSEC author page of Wilder Alejandro Sanchez. 2. Second Floor Strategies. 3. “Hospital Ships: A Vital Asset for SOUTHCOM and South American Navies,” by Wilder Alejandro Sanchez, CIMSEC, January 24, 2023. 4. “TIAR 21: Maritime Security, the TIAR, and IUU Fishing in the Western Hemisphere,” by Wilder Alejandro Sanchez, CIMSEC, October 16, …

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514: Lisa Orr on developing psychedelic low-fire glazes 55:58

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Lisa Orr started working with low-fire ceramics decades ago, moving through majolica before developing a unique psychedelic color palette. In our interview we talk about matching thermal expansion of clay and glaze, side stacking glaze wares, and developing aventurine glazes. www.lisaorr.com Lisa is one of many artists featured in my upcoming book …

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142. Cody Bobay - Pursuing The Dreams God Gave You 1:23:32

3M ago1:23:32

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Cody Bobay is a best selling author, public speaker, and action movie star with an upcoming film called Savage the movie. But Cody is so much more than that. Cody is a man who loves Jesus deeply and seeks to be obedient and honor God with every area of his life. He is no holds barred when it comes to talking to men about what it means to follow God…

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Sea Control 524 - The Boats of Cherbourg with Abraham Rabinovich (Part 2) 30:39

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Links 1. The Boats of Cherbourg: The Navy That Stole Its Own Boats and Revolutionized Naval Warfare, by Abraham Rabinovich, Primary Publishing, April 24, 2013. 2. Abraham Rabinovich's website.By Andrew Frame, Abraham Rabinovich, Jared Samuelson

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513: Kathleen Clark on The White House China 1:02:48

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Kathleen Clark is an award-winning photographer, whose career includes numerous exhibitions and serving as Photo Director for Los Angeles magazine and LA Weekly. Her series The White House China, depicts historical events from each American president presented on their formal state dinnerware. In our interview we talk about her inclusion in The Gir…

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Sea Control 523 - The Boats of Cherbourg with Abraham Rabinovich (Part 1) 24:08

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Links 1. The Boats of Cherbourg: The Navy That Stole Its Own Boats and Revolutionized Naval Warfare, by Abraham Rabinovich, Primary Publishing, April 24, 2013. 2. Abraham Rabinovich's website.By Abraham Rabinovich, Andrew Frame, Jared Samuelson

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141. What Is A Godly Man? 50:45

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According to a March 2024 Gallup poll, only 21% of Americans attend their religious services weekly. That means 1 in 5 attend services even though 68% of Americans identify themselves as Christian. Contrast that with the Christianity we read in the New Testament when people would sacrifice their lives for what they believe. There have been some big…

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Sea Control 522 - Catastrophe in the Antarctic with Tom Sharpe (Part 2) 27:01

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Links 1. "Mayday in Magellan; Leadership Lessons on Flooded HMS Endurance," by Tom Sharpe, Wavell Room, December 16, 2018.By Andrew Frame, Jared Samuelson, Tom Sharpe

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