Best Ryan Mead Podcasts (2024)

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Be the Faithful Ones | Ryan Meade | Wilmington 51:56

2d ago51:56

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Hebrews 11 delves into the "Hall of Faith" and its inspiring examples of Biblical heroes. Before diving into these legendary figures, we must first revisit Hebrews 10:35-39, reflecting on the initial fire and boldness we felt when we first embraced Jesus, despite trials and persecution. We are encouraged to remember the promises of God and to live …

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Episode 24: Older and Hairy (w Hanukah Lewinsky) 1:09:22

2h ago1:09:22

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Our dream girl Sarah is still on a farm somewhere, so Tyler is yet again flying solo. Fortunately this week we have the yapper extraordinaire and drag sensation Hanukah Lewinsky (@HanukahLewisnky) on the pod! Her and Tyler get to talking about their shared love for older bearded men, and hatred of the meek. They may inherit the earth, but they're n…

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On Alcohol, Islam, and the Ontic 24:43

1h ago24:43

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An interview with Dr. Mustapha Sheikh on his co-authored paper on alcohol, Islam and the ontic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/drugs-addiction-and-recoveryBy Marshall Poe

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EP 454 - Lindgren Deal Options, Zegras Potential & Summer Nonsense 1:37:28

1h ago1:37:28

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This week Greg makes a fashion mistake, the guys discuss potential options for Lindgren contracts, Zegras to NYR feels... like it may happen at some point, 5 star questions and baseball trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Ryan Mead and Greg Kaplan

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David Pozen, "The Constitution of the War on Drugs" (Oxford UP, 2024) 44:22

19h ago44:22

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The U.S. government's decades-long "war on drugs" is increasingly recognized as a moral travesty as well as a policy failure. The criminalization of substances such as marijuana and magic mushrooms offends core tenets of liberalism, from the right to self-rule to protection of privacy to freedom of religion. It contributes to mass incarceration and…

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I am Able | Dr. Noah Manyika 47:30

2d ago47:30

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In addition to the freedom Jesus released to us through the Cross, He also gave us abilities to equip us for our unique ministry assignments in the marketplace. To be fully effective, we must reject pretense and insecurity, and instead know and own the "facts that matter" of our life's testimony. Join us in Chapel Hill as Dr. Noah Manyika unpacks t…

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The Whole Earth is Filled with His Glory | Andy Squyres | Mooresville 47:20

2d ago47:20

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It is easy to be disenfranchised or angered by the way of the world. However, Jesus came to reveal the glory of God on Earth today. The prophet Isaiah declares that the whole world is filled with the Glory of God. Let us set our eyes on that truth rather than allowing the world to corrupt and distract us from God's goodness and glory. Join us in Mo…

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Episode 23: Hunky British English Professors (w/ James Kennedy( 1:19:29

7d ago1:19:29

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Sarah is on vacation, and while the cat's away the mice will miss her terribly! The pod simply isn't the same without her, but nevertheless we persisted. James Kennedy (@jamesholod) joins Tyler on the pod today, and it turns out they have more in common than they ever thought. James is a playwright AND composer, and shares what notes sour his symph…

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EP 453 - Lindgren's Still Not Signed & Hart of PuckPedia 1:30:58

2h ago1:30:58

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The dog days of summer are here and the guys discuss all the top stories from the week or lack there of and if Lindgren being unsigned is weird or not Then Hart of PuckPedia.com joins the Breakaway to discuss all the updates to the site, the salary cap and more Finally the guys return and answer, you guessed it, 5 star questions. Learn more about y…

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Boldly Come Before Our High Priest | Ryan Meade | Wilmington 36:58

3d ago36:58

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Chapters 4 through 10 of Hebrews as we uncover how Jesus surpasses all human High Priests before him. Unlike them, Jesus serves without the limitations of weakness. His sacrificial offering, culmination in his death and resurrection, grants us direct access to God's mercy and grace allowing us to come boldly into his presence. Jesus not only fulfil…

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Sanctification Through Suffering | Carole Peele | Chapel Hill 58:22

3d ago58:22

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God uses suffering as a handmaiden for sanctification. In the midst of suffering, we learn to get to know Him more, and we learn that we are not alone. Join us in Chapel Hill as guest speaker Carole Peele with Ignite Movement shares keys for walking through suffering and experiencing God's sanctification. For more information, visit riverlifefellow…

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Is God Good? | Nate Silverman | Mooresville 1:01:50

3d ago1:01:50

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It's easy to declare, "God is good all the time," when life is smooth, but what about during war? How do we perceive His goodness when the stench of death is in the air? How do we trust in His goodness when we face the possibility of our death? Even when surrounded by our enemies, knowing that the Lord is with us right here and now is all we need. …

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Episode 22: Loud Laughers (w/ Lukas Arnold) 1:06:16

2d ago1:06:16

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Oooooooh, baby we got a silly one for you this week. Lukas Arnold (@lukasarnold) joins us to bravely profess his love for fat tiddies, and fun people. He gets into his love for a little petty revenge, and needs a lady who can giggle along with that. We also get a little into the ethics of whether gay guys should hit on straight guys (only when it's…

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EP 452 - Schneider Extension and Does Brunson's Discount Effect Igor? 1:32:36

18d ago1:32:36

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This week the guys discuss puck moving defenseman, if the defense is set, Igors contract with Brunson in mind, 5 star questions and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Ryan Mead and Greg Kaplan

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James Mallery, "City of Vice: Transience and San Francisco's Urban History, 1848-1917" (U Nebraska Press, 2024) 1:05:11

12m ago1:05:11

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San Francisco began its American life as a city largely made up of transient men, arriving from afar to participate in the gold rush and various attendant enterprises. This large population of men on the move made the new and booming city a hub of what "respectable" easterners considered vice: drinking, gambling, and sex work, among other activitie…

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Boldly Receive Mercy and Grace | Ryan Meade | Wilmington 32:18

2d ago32:18

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Hebrews 4:14-16 extends an invitation to us, to come without fear or shame into the presence of God, not only despite, but in the midst of our shortcomings. Jesus himself is our Mercy Seat and meets us when we are vulnerable and exposed and provides us with mercy and grace. If you've ever wrestled with feelings of unworthiness or struggled with hid…

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Understanding the Baptism of the Holy Spirit pt. 2 | Michael Pham | Chapel Hill 24:27

2d ago24:27

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Understanding the baptism of the Holy Spirit and the gift of tongues with biblical clarity can empower us in utilizing the gift of tongues to glorify God. Depending on someone's background or experiences, the baptism of the Holy Spirit and the gift of tongues sometimes is not experienced in its fullness in a believer's life. Join us in Chapel Hill …

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Episode 21: The Boy Version of Reese (w/ Reese Havoc) 1:25:02

21d ago1:25:02

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She's your least favorite drag queen's least favorite drag queen, she ruined your life, and THANK youu lovvvve she's Reese Havoc (@reesehavoc)! She's a simple girl, living a simple life up in New York's drag scene. She talks about star power, charisma, charm, and other traits she posses. We also learn A LOT about her taste in men, and movies. Be su…

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EP 451 - Can We Ever Have a Normal Trouba Conversation Again with Emily Kaplan 1:53:57

15d ago1:53:57

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This week the guys discuss, you guessed it, Jacob Trouba and how.. the whole thing is just weird. Digesting Free Agency and what's next. Then Emily Kaplan of ESPN joins the Breakaway to talk about free agency overall, Trouba (of course) which teams got better and stories from around the league Finally the guys return and answer, too many 5 star que…

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Angela Garcia, "The Way That Leads Among the Lost: Life, Death, and Hope in Mexico City's Anexos" (FSG, 2024) 50:55

4d ago50:55

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Based on over a decade of research, a powerful, moving work of narrative nonfiction that illuminates the little-known world of the anexos of Mexico City, the informal addiction treatment centers where mothers send their children to escape the violence of the drug war. The Way That Leads Among the Lost: Life, Death, and Hope in Mexico City's Anexos …

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Persisting with God pt. 2 | Cory Meade | Wilmington 26:28

6d ago26:28

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In our walk with God, we encounter resistance on a daily basis from the world as it tries to pull you away from what the Lord has for us. Surviving in this fallen world requires persisting. Sometimes, we need a reminder about our blessings and about how important the presence of the Lord is in our lives. Join us in Wilmington as Cory Meade continue…

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What Kind of House Will You Build for Me? | Becky Wicker | Chapel Hill 32:33

6d ago32:33

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What kind of house we build for God is a question asked in the Book of Isaiah and again in the book of Acts. Particularly in this season, what kind of house we set our course upon to build for God is important. Christ being the cornerstone is central. As we demonstrate the heart of humble servant and gain more understanding of the commitment and lo…

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Relational Prayer | Marlin Mogusu | Mooresville 39:07

6d ago39:07

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"Once Jesus was in a certain place praying. As he finished, one of his disciples came up to him and said, 'Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught his disciples.'" (Luke 11:1 NLT). Prayer should be birthed out of relationship with the Father. In the gospels, you see Jesus demonstrating this and teaching his disciples as well. Join us in Mooresv…

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EP 450 - Trouba Saga, Smith & Free Agency 1:44:55

11d ago1:44:55

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This week the guys discuss Trouba's situation, what comes next, free agency and lack there of and... everything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Ryan Mead and Greg Kaplan

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Persisting with God | Cory Meade | Wilmington 36:02

1M ago36:02

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Jacob famously wrestled with God, demanding a blessing from Him. In life, we can often experience moments of wrestling in the midst of moves of God, and it can feel like God is leaving us in the dust. As we reflect on an amazing year at Camp Morley, we look at Jacob and God struggling together, and what happens when we persist with God. Join us in …

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Shema (Hear) | Byron Wicker | Mooresville 40:55

1M ago40:55

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In Mark 12:28-34, Jesus quoted the Shema, one of only two prayers specifically commanded in the Old Testament (Deuteronomy 6:4-9). The first word of the Shema is "Hear." In Hebrew, "Shema" means hearing, understanding, and obeying. When the prayer begins with "Hear, O Israel," it calls us to attentiveness and action. The Holy Spirit seeks those who…

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John Thomas Maier, "The Disabled Will: A Theory of Addiction" (Routledge, 2024) 49:32

17d ago49:32

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John T. Maier's The Disabled Will: A Theory of Addiction (Routledge Press, 2024) defends a comprehensive new vision of what addiction is and how people with addictions should be treated. The author argues that, in addition to physical and intellectual disabilities, there are volitional disabilities - disabilities of the will - and that addiction is…

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Episode 20: Pit Community (w/ Ryan Rudewicz) 1:18:19

18d ago1:18:19

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Today's guest is nightlife photographer extraordinaire, polaroid purist, and funny duck Ryan Rudewicz (@rudepolaroids)! We dive into a lifelong love of chest hair, and he bares all about his (and his brothers) comings and goings with the bear community. Ryan loves a little flirting and welcomes it in the dms.…

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EP 449 - So Long Goodrow, Kakko's Likely Trade, Rumors and Draft with Drew Way 1:46:23

1M ago1:46:23

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This week the guys discuss Goodrow being claimed on waivers, Kakko being used to move up in the draft, Kane rumors are back and more. Then Drew Way joins the Breakaway to discuss the upcoming draft, development in players and being a dad. Finally the guys return and answer a few fun 5 star questions and reveal that... a lot of RW moves just aren't …

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Soften Your Heart While it is Today | Ryan Meade | Wilmington 34:09

20d ago34:09

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While encounters with the Lord are transformative, and highly valuable, they won't sustain us by themselves. As seen in Hebrews 3:3-35, the Israelites hardened their hearts and turned away from the Lord on multiple occasions even after seeing miracles for over 40 years. The author of Hebrews leverages the Israelites' experience to remind us to not …

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Living Together | Andy Squyres | Chapel Hill 54:47

20d ago54:47

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In a society that has a tendency towards individualism and isolation, God has given an invitation for the church to learn to live together in community and to prioritize connection over division. There is a gift for hearts when we learn to live connected rather than disconnected. Join us in Chapel Hill as guest speaker Andy Squyres unpacks a revela…

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Bending to Hear | Byron Wicker | Mooresville 43:21

20d ago43:21

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There are many voices worldwide, but too many are just echoes. You were made to be a voice in your generation, not an echo. You'll never find your authentic voice by chasing trends, imitating others, or letting culture or the devil define who you are. God shouts His truth but whispers His secrets. To find our genuine voice, we have to bend to hear …

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Judith Vitale et al., "Drugs and the Politics of Consumption in Japan" (Brill, 2023) 1:13:15

21d ago1:13:15

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In early modern Japan, upper status groups coveted pills and powders made of exotic foreign ingredients such as mummy and rhinoceros horn. By the early twentieth century, over-the-counter-patent medicines, and, more alarmingly, morphine, had become mass commodities, fueling debates over opiates in Japan's expanding imperial territories. The fall of…

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Episode 19: Soft Butch Anything (w/ Sarah Garner) 1:12:12

25d ago1:12:12

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Hello and welcome to another one of our episodes. Yes today we have the lovely, the talented, the hilarious, and the purple haired Sarah Garner (@sarahgarnerhaha) on the pod. She takes us through life with 3 cats, the CORRECT amount of time to spend with a partner, and if you even think about drinking the milk out of your cereal bowl she's sending …

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EP 448 - Kakko's Extension & NYR's Crucial Summer with Marc Malusis 1:43:36

27d ago1:43:36

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This week the guys discuss if Kakko's extension means he's staying or going, the Devils getting their goalie possibly and more Then Marc Malusis of WFAN and Pix11 joins the Breakaway to discuss the end to NYR's season and hard choices they are going to make this summer Finally the guys return and answer a ton of 5 star questions including Laine for…

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He's a Good, Good, Gift-Giving Father | Ryan Meade | Wilmington 30:27

27d ago30:27

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We know that God is good (Ps. 119:68, Luke 18:18-19) and that he loves to give us good gifts (Jam. 1:17, Matt. 7:7-11). We also know that we are God's beloved children and heirs (Gal. 4:6-7). With those truths we can communicate with our loving Father, asking Him with boldness and confidence for the things that are in our hearts and those which we …

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