Best River Valley Network Podcasts (2024)

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How Christians Can Prepare for the Election - Samuel Rodriguez, Allen Tennison, Rob Ketterling 59:29

15h ago59:29

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Logan was joined by Pastor Rob Ketterling, Pastor Samuel Rodriguez, and Dr. Allen Tennison for this episode that was filmed live at River Valley Conference on Tuesday, July 9. They discuss how we as the church can prepare for the upcoming election and be the salt and light to this world. Even though this was filmed before the tragic events unfolded…

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#232: Mississippi By Nature: Leading Greenville Toward Resilience

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Communities along the Mississippi River face numerous challenges from natural disasters such as floods, hurricanes, and droughts. This episode explores how adopting nature-based solutions can bolster resilience against these impacts. Mayor Errick Simmons of Greenville, Mississippi, shares insights into his community's efforts and the collaborative …

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A Former Addict’s Response to the Drug Crisis 30:18

3d ago30:18

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Talking Church Episode 128: On this week’s episode of the podcast Logan was joined by the CEO of Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge. The rehab center is the largest Teen Challenge program in the world. It is also the largest treatment facility in Minnesota. They discuss the drug crisis that is ongoing today.…

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#231: Mississippi By Nature: The Largest Ever Floodplain Reconnection

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Floodplain reconnection has emerged as a crucial solution to mitigating flooding, improving water quality, and supporting biodiversity along the Mississippi River corridor. In this episode, Chris Rice of The Nature Conservancy discusses the restoration of Mollicy Farms, the largest floodplain reconnection project ever undertaken in the U.S. Chris e…

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"Voices from Gettysburg" with Allen Guelzo 57:51

11d ago57:51

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Gathering a treasure trove of powerful, rare, and haunting original documents, New York Times bestselling author and award-winning historian Allen C. Guelzo presents a uniquely readable and intimate oral history of the Civil War's turning point. We hear from a Union staff officer, a Confederate amputee, artilleryman, a sympathetic Northern woman, a…

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Overcoming Moral Failures: Remaining Accountable & Navigating Hypocrisy 38:22

18d ago38:22

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Talking Church Episode 127: Pastor Rob joins Logan on this week’s episode of the podcast. They discuss accountability with your spouse, family, elders, staff members, your congregation, and more. We hope you feel inspired, informed, and ready to live with accountability in place!By River Valley Network

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#230: Storytelling Advice From A CNN Correspondent

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The fact there are 2.2 million people in America without safe drinking water and adequate sanitation in their homes does not receive enough media attention or public awareness. There are lessons on how to change this from the high-profile coverage of connected environmental issues such as climate change. This episode features a conversation with Bi…

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#16 Saving Wildcats - Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 46:01

15d ago46:01

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For the past few decades, Scotland's wildcat population has been clinging on by a claw. Through historic persecution, habitat loss and more recently, issues with hybridisation with feral and domestic cats, their numbers here have dwindled to practically nothing. Saving Wildcats is the first dedicated conservation breeding for release project for th…

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Spontaneity vs. Strategy: The Art of Decision-Making in Leadership 38:57

25d ago38:57

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Talking Church Episode 126: On this week's episode Logan is joined by Pastor Kirk Graham and Pastor Terry Parkman. They dive into the dynamic balance between visionary planning and spontaneous action in ministry. They discuss the importance of strategic foresight, the role of faith in decision-making, and the practical aspects of launching new init…

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This One Thing Created Breakthrough in Our Kid’s Ministry 39:00

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Talking Church Episode 125: On this week’s episode Logan is joined by Pastors Drew Snead and Katie LeBlanc. They discuss innovative strategies to engage parents in their children's spiritual journey. Katie and Drew share practical methods that help bridge the gap between church and home, ensuring parents are equipped to lead and nurture their child…

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#229: Navigating Federal Funding For Local Impact

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Communities across the United States face significant challenges in accessing and effectively utilizing federal funding for water initiatives. The solution lies in leveraging these resources to empower grassroots organizations and address local water issues. This episode is a recording from a session at River Network’s River Rally, during which Cel…

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#228: Rallying With River Network’s Emerging Leaders

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The River Network’s Emerging Leader Award highlights rising stars at the crossroads of water and justice. Designed to boost early career professionals, the award offers recognition, confidence, and networking opportunities. At River Rally 2024 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, four awardees shared their impactful work, the reasons for their recognition, a…

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A Former Transgender Responds to LGBTQ 1:43:59

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Talking Church Episode 124: On this week’s episode Logan is joined by Dr. Linda Seiler who is the executive director of ReStory Ministries. Linda felt like a boy trapped in a female’s body growing up and she discusses the transformation within her life because of Christian discipleship.By River Valley Network

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#227: Ride On A River: The Potomac

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The Potomac River, once labeled a national disgrace due to severe pollution, has seen significant improvements over the decades. Through efforts such as wastewater treatment upgrades and cleanup of industrial hotspots, the river's health has greatly improved, making it often safe for recreational use. In this episode, Dean Naujoks, the Potomac Rive…

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"Pennsylvania Government and Politics" with Thomas Baldino and Paula Duda Holoviak 57:18

1M ago57:18

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This book provides a comprehensive examination of the Keystone State's formal and informal political institutions and players, past and present, and elucidates the place each holds in governing the commonwealth today. Covering a period of more than three hundred years, this volume presents a clear and succinct overview of the commonwealth's politic…

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#226: Artistic Expressions Of Jackson’s Water Woes

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Jackson, Mississippi, has long struggled with inadequate water infrastructure, highlighted by a major treatment plant failure in 2022 that left 160,000 residents without safe drinking water. Lexus Giles, an artist from Jackson, reflects on these challenges through her work "Wading the Woes of Jackson Water." The exhibit features pieces that represe…

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Can Christians Have a Voice in American Politics? 40:51

2M ago40:51

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Talking Church Episode 123: Logan is joined by Pastor Rob on this week’s episode. They talk about the challenges of maintaining religious freedom in today’s culture and the balance between faith and political involvement.By River Valley Network

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#225: Mississippi By Nature: Building A Workforce

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Agencies responsible for natural resources along the Gulf Coast and Mississippi River corridor often face significant challenges due to limited resources. A powerful solution to this problem is the Gulf Corps program, which leverages funding from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill settlement to support nature-based projects. This episode features conv…

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How This Pastor Went From 20k Followers to 200k+ Followers 50:53

2M ago50:53

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Talking Church Episode 122: On this week’s episode, Logan is joined by Pastor Aaron Burke and his assistant Brandon Martinelli from Radiant Church. They talk about the strategy that has gone into growing Pastor Aaron’s social platform over the last year.By River Valley Network

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#224: Accounting For Groundwater From Valley To Coast

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California is grappling with a severe groundwater crisis, underscoring the urgent need for accurate accounting under the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). SGMA mandates that certain basins develop plans to achieve groundwater balance by 2040, ensuring that withdrawals do not exceed recharge rates. Various tools are being used or develo…

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#15 Rhodope Mountains - Bulgaria 🇧🇬 46:28

2M ago46:28

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The Rhodope Mountains in southeastern Europe bridge the continents of Europe and Asia. This geographical crossroads makes it an area of high biodiversity, but over time the region has lost many of its key species due to poaching, habitat loss and persecution. Its position also means it's at the sharp end of climate change on the continent. Warming …

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#223: Empowering Oregon To Achieve Water Justice

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Many people in Oregon face significant water justice challenges, including affordability, accessibility, and quality. Addressing these issues requires place-based, community-specific solutions. In this episode, Alai Reyes-Santos, Associate Director of the PNW Just Futures Institute for Climate and Racial Justice, discusses her work in Oregon and wh…

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Rob Ketterling | Keep Your Inheritance (ARC Conf. 2024) 38:58

2M ago38:58

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This week’s episode of the podcast is a message from Pastor Rob that he preached at this year’s ARC Conference. “You can go as fast as you were created as long as you keep your inheritance with you!”By River Valley Network

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"Work, Fight, Or Play Ball" with William Ecenbarger 48:07

2M ago48:07

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In 1918, Bethlehem Steel started the world's greatest industrial baseball league. Appealing to Major League Baseball players looking to avoid service in the Great War, teams employed "ringers" like Babe Ruth, Rogers Hornsby, and Shoeless Joe Jackson in what became scornfully known as "safe shelter" leagues. pcntv.com/donate pcntv.com/membership-sig…

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#222: Mississippi By Nature: River As Rebuilder

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Louisiana faces severe coastal erosion and land loss, making coastal restoration a critical challenge. One of the innovative solutions is the $2.9 billion Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion project, which aims to restore about 20 square miles of wetlands and land. In this episode, Brad Barth, Diversions Program Manager from the Coastal Protection and…

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Swallow Your Pride, It’s Just A Title (How to Serve Your Leader Well) 34:47

2M ago34:47

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Talking Church Episode 120: On this week’s episode Logan is joined by Pastor Daralee Utecht. They discuss the invaluable lessons learned while serving in various capacities within ministry, emphasizing the importance of humility, service, and recognizing God's calling in every season.By River Valley Network

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"Gen X Pittsburgh" with David Rullo 57:39

2M ago57:39

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Beginning in the early 1990s, Pittsburgh's South Side neighborhood began to transform from the post-industrial morass it had been suffering for the last few decades. Artists began to rent empty apartments, what were once shot-and-a-beer bars became hip dive bars and entrepreneurs found inexpensive real estate to follow their visions. It was in this…

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"Harrisburg in WWI and the 1918 Pandemic" with Rodney Ross 52:13

2M ago52:13

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In 1917, at the start of World War I, among global war and a global pandemic, Harrisburgers stepped up and served. The city experienced tribulations as residents feared espionage, suspected foreigners and demanded loyalty. Hospitals struggled with the 1918 flu at their doorstep. Join author Rodney Ross as he charts the World War I era and the Harri…

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#221: Equitable WASH Solutions For Alabama And Beyond

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Urgent water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) challenges persist across the United States. Peer-to-peer support for utility professionals in these communities can make a positive difference. Anniestacia Denton, a Utility Advisor at Moonshot Missions, provides a look into these pressing issues, with a particular focus on her home state of Alabama. Br…

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Does it Matter How Worship Leaders Dress? 45:39

2M ago45:39

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Talking Church Episode 119: Logan is joined by Worship Pastors Ryan Williams and Canaan Baca on this week’s episode. They discuss writing worship music, navigating the tension between authenticity and performance, and if it matters how worship leaders dress.By River Valley Network

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#220: Comments On Current Drinking Water Issues

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This episode features a series of rapid-fire questions with Alan Roberson of the Association of State Drinking Water Administrators, delving into some of the most pressing issues facing the drinking water industry today. The conversation tackles hot topics such as regionalization, Consumer Confidence Reports, the Lead and Copper Rule, PFAS, point-o…

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#219: Stormwater Solutions For Southern Communities

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The South continues to experience rapid development and is now facing more intense rainfalls due to climate change. This makes stormwater management a more critical issue for the region. This episode delves into the challenges and solutions with Vinicius Taguchi, an Extension Associate at North Carolina State University. He highlights Wilson, North…

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When Pastors Don't Get Along 1:02:59

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Talking Church Episode 118: On this week’s episode of the podcast Logan is joined by Pastor Rob and Joe Anderson. Joe and Pastor Rob open up about their tumultuous journey from estrangement to reconciliation. They discuss the power of forgiveness and the beauty of restored friendships.By River Valley Network

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Mississippi By Nature: Houma Nation On The Edge

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This episode is part of a series Mississippi By Nature that explores how nature based solutions are helping the river and its communities. The Houma Nation has a deep-rooted history in southeastern Louisiana, where they have lived and thrived along the Mississippi River and its delta for centuries. Recently, they face escalating challenges as envir…

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#14 Danube Delta - Ukraine 🇺🇦 & Romania 🇷🇴 47:29

3M ago47:29

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The Danube Delta is a complex network of river channels, wetlands, marshes, inter-channel islands and riparian forests. No matter the season, the region hums, thrums and squawks with life. Here, restoration works are focused on reversing years of drainage by agriculture and reconnecting the natural flow of water across the landscape. Further inland…

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Why Gen Z Doesn't Care What You Think 41:47

3M ago41:47

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Episode 117: Pastor & Evangelist Micah MacDonald sits down with Logan to talk about Generation Z and the importance of understanding who is coming and what is coming as a leader. Pastor Micah brings some startling statistics to the conversation.By River Valley Network

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#217: San Francisco’s Onsite Recycling Revolution

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As the Western United States grapples with water scarcity, onsite recycling is becoming a crucial solution. San Francisco has positioned itself at the forefront of this initiative. This episode explores the city's pioneering efforts in onsite water recycling with Paula Kehoe, Director of Water Resources at the San Francisco Public Utilities Commiss…

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Nathan Finochio - We Exist to Worship God 47:00

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Talking Church Episode 116: This week’s episode of the podcast is a rewind to last year’s River Valley Conference. Nathan Finochio talks about why we exist as a church. We exist to worship God! If you want to watch the video from River Valley Conference you can find it on YouTube!By River Valley Network

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#216: Mississippi By Nature: Role Of The Army Corps

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This episode is part of a series Mississippi By Nature that explores how nature based solutions are helping the river and its communities. For the past 200 years, no single entity has had more influence on the Mississippi River than the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Since 1824, the federal agency has been responsible for maintaining navigation, pro…

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4 Ways Our Church Avoided DEI Pitfalls 1:04:59

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Talking Church Episode 115: Logan is joined by Alisha Gelhar and Portia Allen, who are the founders of Imago Dei on this week's episode. They discuss the ways that River Valley Church has avoided DEI pitfalls. "You might not always know what to do, but there is always a way forward!"By River Valley Network

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"George Washington in the French & Indian War" with Scott Patchan 56:42

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George Washington has frequently been criticized for his first military campaign, which sparked the French and Indian War. While his campaign failed to meet its objectives, Washington experienced his first taste of military command, dealing with situations that ultimately proved beyond his control, and learned lessons that made him into the man who…

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Using Film For More Than Announcements 43:18

4M ago43:18

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Talking Church Episode 114: Logan is joined by two members of River Valley’s film team to talk about the behind-the-scenes of the behind-the-scenes team. They explore the nuances of project management, the delicate balance between humor and seriousness in storytelling, and the strategies for preparing volunteers to share their stories authentically…

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#215: Mississippi By Nature: View From The Mouth

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This episode is part of a series Mississippi By Nature that explores how nature based solutions are helping the river and its communities. This episode features a ride to the mouth of the Mississippi River with Captain Richie Blink of Delta Discovery Tours, who shares how he has seen the river change over his decades on the water and how projects t…

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Are Screens Ruining Our Children? 37:11

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Talking Church Episode 113: Logan is joined by Dr. Gail Ferguson to talk about the impact media has on children's development. They discuss the role of parents in guiding their child's media consumption. The episode also dives into the nuances of social media usage, highlighting its effects on mental health and the importance of fostering media lit…

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#13 Southern Carpathians - Romania 🇷🇴 44:15

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The Southern Carpathians of Romania are at the tip of Europe’s third-longest mountain chain. Here, ancient woodland cascades over the hillsides and the full suite of apex predators still roam amongst the trees. For many years, there has been a missing element of these wild landscapes. The woodlands have been devoid of their biggest sculptor, until …

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The Power of Saying No with a Recovering “Yes Man” 40:12

4M ago40:12

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Talking Church Episode 112: Pastor Rob is a 'recovering yes, man' who can struggle to say no because of not wanting to miss an opportunity for what God can do in a situation. "There is more that you can say yes to, but you just have to know how to balance it. There is more in you!" - Pastor RobBy River Valley Network

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#214: Charles River In A Changing Climate

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The iconic Charles River, central to Boston's suburbs and urban landscape, faces significant environmental challenges, including the impacts of climate change. The problems such as flooding hit hardest in downstream areas that are often disadvantaged communities. Dira Johanif, with her roots in the diverse environments of Malaysia—from bustling cit…

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"The Game that Saved the NHL" with Ed Gruver 57:20

4M ago57:20

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In late 1975 and early 1976, at the height of the Cold War, two of the Soviet Union's long-dominant national hockey teams traveled to North America to play an eight-game series against the best teams in the National Hockey League. The culmination of the "Super Series" was reigning Soviet League champion HC CSKA Moscow's face-off against the defendi…

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Freedom From a Life of Pain 1:25:39

4M ago1:25:39

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On this week’s episode of the podcast Logan is joined by Ryan VanWey. Logan and Ryan dive into Ryan’s raw and authentic testimony. Ryan's story is a testament to the unwavering love of a God who redeems and restores. If you are interested in attending the motorcycle rally that Ryan talks about on the episode you can visit the link for more informat…

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#213: Lands With Benefits

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Water scarcity and groundwater overuse are driving land use dilemmas in California, particularly in agriculture. One promising solution gaining traction is multi-benefit land repurposing, which involves transforming unproductive farmland to capture rain, floods, and diverted water for groundwater recharge. These repurposed lands also provide variou…

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