Best Simon Clayton Podcasts (2024)

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182 - Keanu Reeves 1:00:26

4h ago1:00:26

1:00:26

This week, Lisa and Bernie sit down with actor, author and musician, Keanu Reeves. Keanu shares the story of Dogstar's reunion after 22 years, the inspiration behind their latest album, “Somewhere Between the Power Lines and Palm Trees”, and the passion he has for the gear he’s using on their current tour. He discusses “The Book of Elsewhere”, a bo…

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Alex Hurst from Boss Keloid on Lee Scratch Perry, Band on the Wall, Manchester, 22nd Novermber 2019 56:43

2h ago56:43

56:43

For the second half of our reggae themed week, Remfry and Simon settle in with Alex Hurst of Boss Keloid for a relaxing chat about a show in a historic Manchester venue by dub reggae pioneer and singular lunatic Lee Scratch Perry. We dig deep into Alex’s love of reggae, take a wander through Lee Scratch Perry’s intimidatingly huge discography, Alex…

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181 - Will "Mekatron" Jones 32:06

7h ago32:06

32:06

In this episode, Bernie catches up with longtime friend Will "Mekatron" Jones, a multi-talented musician, composer, and digital forensics expert. Will discusses how his company, Mekatron Media Group provides services ranging from music production to assisting law enforcement with digital investigations. He shares how personal experiences pushed him…

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180 - Toby Bittenbender 46:55

5h ago46:55

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This week Bernie chats with guitarist, songwriter and founder of A Curious Beast, Toby Bittenbender. Toby discusses the band's formation, the release of their debut single "Waves," (available now on all streaming platforms) and how his sobriety played a crucial role in his musical resurgence. He opens up about his past with the band JIBE, the abrup…

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Liam Knowles from Hidden Mothers on Foxing at Brudenell Social Club in Leeds, 24th January 2024 1:01:43

8d ago1:01:43

1:01:43

On this week’s episode we’re talking to Liam Knowles, bassist and one of the vocalists with Hidden Mothers. Recently signed to the brilliant people at Church Road Records, the band are due to release their debut album Erosion/Avulsion on 29th November and it’s a proper belter too. Liam’s pick is a particularly special one as it was the first indoor…

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Sunday Baroque Conversations 125: ChamberQUEER 43:00

10d ago43:00

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ChamberQUEER highlights LGBTQIA voices in contemporary and historical music and reimagines the classical concert experience as a radically inclusive gathering space and musical community for the 21st century. Founded in 2018 by Jules Biber (cello), Danielle Buonaiuto (soprano), Brian Mummert (baritone), and Andrew Yee (cello), ChamberQUEER operates…

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179 - Serena Duffin 55:28

4d ago55:28

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This week we chat with Serena Duffin, a wardrobe stylist, costumer, and freelance photographer in the film and television industry. Serena shares her journey from growing up in West Texas to breaking into the industry and eventually working on major projects like "Nebraska," "Griselda," "Young Rock," and "For All Mankind." She discusses the challen…

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Rory Friers from And So I Watch You From Afar on Blur at King's Hall, Belfast on 21st November, 1995 52:33

6d ago52:33

52:33

On this episode, we talk to Rory Friers from Northern Irish instrumental legends And So I Watch You From Afar on the cusp of the release of their new album Megafauna, a tribute to their home town and the places and formative experiences that influenced their lifestyle growing up. Rory’s pick of show is from cheeky chappie britpop sensations Blur at…

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178 - Ross Louden 57:43

28d ago57:43

57:43

This week we had the pleasure o' sittin' doon and bletherin' with Ross Louden, a guitar tech from Greenock, Scotland. Ross shares his journey from studying music to becoming a tech for bands like Stone Sour, American Head Charge, and Buckcherry. Ross discusses the challenges of life on the road in a high-pressure environment and emphasizes the impo…

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159. Missionary Spotlight | Fundacion Rescate 1:17:51

13d ago1:17:51

1:17:51

John and Isaac are joined by Roberto & Jill Insuasti, who are missionaries in Ecuador. They share the story of how God is using them to rescue, rebuild, and restore the lives of children from abusive situations. You can follow their ministry on Facebook at: facebook.com/RescateFundacion and can support them financially through their website at: res…

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James Scarlett and Gavin McInally (aka 2 Promoters 1 Pod) on ArcTanGent 2013 - Part 2 1:06:22

16d ago1:06:22

1:06:22

It’s Part 2 of our look back to ArcTanGent 2013, the very first edition of the festival , with James Scarlet and Gavin McInally from 2 Promoters 1 Pod and on this episode, we take a deep dive into the highlights from the Friday and Saturday of that inaugural event. Some of these bands still remain a regular part of ATG line-ups, others are sadly no…

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177 - Simon Grocott 33:23

18d ago33:23

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In this episode, we chat with Simon Grocott, an experienced music industry professional who has worn many hats, from stage managing to tech work and everything in between. Simon shares his journey from growing up in East Sussex and starting as a motor mechanic to touring with iconic acts like Cliff Richard and Elton John. He reflects on the stark c…

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158. Changed Life Story | With Gary Buren 1:23:51

29d ago1:23:51

1:23:51

Hear Gary’s changed life story and how through God’s provision, his business has become a strong ministry. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.

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James Scarlett and Gavin McInally (aka 2 Promoters 1 Pod) on ArcTanGent 2013 - Part 1 1:04:04

20d ago1:04:04

1:04:04

This week, we wander away from our regular format to bring you the first half of a special double-episode spectacular, taking a long, loving look at ArcTanGent 2013 with none other than ArcTanGent organizer James Scarlett and Damnation head honcho Gavin McInally. The pair have recently been spilling all kinds of secrets on their thoroughly entertai…

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176 - Simon Le Bon 56:38

25d ago56:38

56:38

This week we sit down with Simon Le Bon, the iconic lead singer of Duran Duran. We congratulate him on receiving an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) and discuss his dedication to causes like marine conservation and helping the homeless. He then gives us a peek into his SiriusXM show "Whooosh!" and his passion for discovering new musi…

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Episode 44 - Natalie Jackson, Fmr. Sr. Polling Editor, HuffPost & VP, GQR Research 42:53

26d ago42:53

42:53

Natalie Jackson has been a professional pollster for 20 years. She and Roger have a calm & rational discussion about the actual status of the Presidential election race, the problems with polling alternative Dem nominees to Biden, whether Trump's polling numbers are accurate, and more.By Roger King

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157. Why Baptism? | With Martin, Adam and John 1:11:09

27d ago1:11:09

1:11:09

This week, the guys share their baptism stories and wrestle with what baptism is and what it isn't, and demonstrate how baptism is an outward declaration of an inward change.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.

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Claire Genoud from GLYTSH on In Flames at Brixton Academy, 30th November 2022 53:15

27d ago53:15

53:15

On this week's episode, we welcome guitarist Claire Genoud from Industrial Metal band GLYTSH. Despite forming in 2022, the duo have already achieved airplay on BBC Radio 1 and Total Rock radio, as well as playing support to Brass Against on a six-date tour across the UK. Remfry was so impressed with Claire's unorthodox approach to guitar, he wrote …

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175 - Carol Dawson 47:32

1M ago47:32

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This week we sit down with author and painter Carol Dawson to discuss her true crime podcast, "The Unforgotten," co-hosted with Wes Ferguson. Carol talks to us about the haunting story of Shelley Watkins' murder, a case that has remained unsolved for over 30 years. She shares chilling details of Shelley's death, some of the investigation's obstacle…

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156. Hunting Stories Part 2 | Adam Ray and Josh Boulis 1:59:04

1M ago1:59:04

1:59:04

John is joined by Adam Ray and Josh Boulis to hear about Adam's most recent bear hunt in Alaska. They talk about the ministry of Alaskan Inland Mission, the stunning beauty of creation and what it tells us about God's character and nature. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com…

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Matt Sutton from Tayne on Lady Gaga at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, 29th July 2022 1:36:27

1M ago1:36:27

1:36:27

This week we invite Matt Sutton from Industrial Noise Pop trio Tayne to throw a stadium-sized curveball at Calculating Infinite Tees to, in the form of one of legendary pop sensation Lady Gaga's London dates of her Chromatica Ball tour in 2022. It's fair to say that, outside of the hits, neither Remfry nor Simon are at all familiar with the Gaga oe…

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4.23 Peter Sloterdijk on Prometheus's Remorse 17:19

1M ago17:19

17:19

This is the final episode of our fourth season. In this short episode, our host gives a quick summary of how the podcast has grown in the last four years. Then he gives a brief overview of a new book on climate change from the German philosopher Peter Sloterdijk, Prometheus’s Remorse: From the Gift of Fire to Global Arson. It's a good account of th…

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174 - Clayton Peters 1:06:12

1M ago1:06:12

1:06:12

In this episode, we sit down with Clayton Peters, brother and manager of comedian Russell Peters. Clayton discusses their working-class upbringing in Ontario, Canada and the early experiences that shaped their careers. He reflects on the challenges and successes of managing Russell’s global comedy business, from their early DJ days to selling out a…

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155. The Cost of Freedom | With Clayton Porter 1:33:41

1M ago1:33:41

1:33:41

John is joined by Adam Sharp and Clayton Porter to talk about how freedom only comes through sacrifice. Adam and Clayton are both veterans, and they discuss the connection between American freedom and Christian freedom, and what our grateful response to both ought to be. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com…

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Joe Clayton from Pijn on Oathbreaker / Old Skin / Trudger at Kraak Gallery, Manchester on 30th November, 2013 1:23:05

2M ago1:23:05

1:23:05

On this episode, Remfry and Simon speak to Joe Clayton, mastermind behind Manchester-based post-rock collective Pijn. They discuss the writing and recording behind Pijn's latest masterpiece From Low Beams of Hope and how they've made road-testing new material live a creative part of the writing process, with some songs debuting in the set years bef…

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173 - Brad Divens 51:16

2M ago51:16

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This week we have the pleasure of sitting down with front of house engineer, Brad Divens. Brad shares his journey from aspiring rock star to seasoned sound engineer, recounting stories from his time with Kix, Wrathchild America and Souls at Zero as well as his transition into FOH mixing for acts such as Linkin Park, Disturbed, Monster Magnet and En…

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(Bonus Patreon Episode) Faith No More / Rolo Tomassi at Roundhouse, London on 17th & 18th March 2015 1:45:25

2M ago1:45:25

1:45:25

For the second preview of what will be our Patreon episodes, we’re talking about Simon’s choice of Faith No More at the Camden Roundhouse, for two nights in June 2015 on the Sol Invictus tour. Remfry was also in the room for the second show, even if he was up in the balcony and Simon down on the floor – which seems pretty on-brand for both of us. F…

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154. Are All Sins Equal? 1:24:46

2M ago1:24:46

1:24:46

John is joined by David Hoeflinger and Martin Rizzi to talk about whether or not all sins are equal before God. They discuss the definition of sin, the nature of sin, and why some sins have different consequences. They also define the unpardonable sin and how we should choose to live instead.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: th…

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(Bonus Patreon Episode) System of a Down / The Dillinger Escape Plan at Birmingham Academy on 19th March 2002 1:38:54

2M ago1:38:54

1:38:54

Remfry's first Patreon pick is a monumental show from 2002 seeing System of a Down touring Toxicity, an album that has entered the modern metal pantheon as an undisputed classic. At this point, SOAD were untouchable and after the tour had to be pushed back 4 months due to the devastating Twin Tower attacks, anticipation was immense to see the LA al…

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Karl Middleton from Earthtone9 on Neurosis / Converge / Amenra at Saint David's Hall, Michigan, Detroit 29th July 2017 1:19:46

2M ago1:19:46

1:19:46

It's the first episode of Calculating Infinite Tees and we are honoured to start the ball rolling with Karl Middleton from prestigious alt metal legends Earthtone9. Karl has lent his considerable larynx to Earthtone9 since 1998 and in a period of just 4 years, released three albums of blistering progressive hardcore that cultivated a modest yet dev…

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Introducing Calculating Infinite Tees Podcast 12:27

2M ago12:27

12:27

T-Shirts play a vital role in the eyes (and on the body) of the average underground music fan. In an increasingly digital world, they are tangible, just as a concert is a tangible physical experience in a shared space. For musicians trying to make ends meet in a world where recorded music garners little to no financial pay-off, t-shirts and other m…

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4.22 Kathryn Lawson on Simone Weil and Ecological Ethics 54:59

2M ago54:59

54:59

This episode features Kathryn Lawson, PhD, lecturer in philosophy at Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada. We discuss her new book, Ecological Ethics and the Philosophy of Simone Weil: Decreation for the Anthropocene, which was just released in the Environmental Ethics series at Routledge. We discuss her unique juxtaposition of the 20th-century Fr…

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172 - Howie Abrams 1:00:12

2M ago1:00:12

1:00:12

This week we sit down with Howie Abrams, a music executive turned author from New York City. Howie discusses his journey from working at major record labels to writing. He has now authored ten books, including the soon-to-be-released biography of Vinny Stigma from Agnostic Front titled, "The Most Interesting Man in the World". Howie also discusses …

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153. Parenting Discipleship Pitfalls | With Jake van Gilse 1:19:57

2M ago1:19:57

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John and Adam Sharp are joined by Jake van Gilse, Student Ministry pastor at Redeemer Bible Church in Greenwood, Indiana, to hear his story of how he got into ministry, paintball hickies, and what discipling pitfalls parents should avoid with teenagers. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com.…

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Sunday Baroque Conversations 124: Byron Schenkman 28:30

2M ago28:30

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Byron Schenkman is an American harpsichordist, pianist, and music scholar who specializes in baroque and early music. Along with violinist Ingrid Matthews, Byron Schenkman cofounded Seattle Baroque, which the two musicians directed until 2013. Suzanne spoke with Byron Schenkman -- who has performed on dozens of recordings -- about their current pro…

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171 - Jeff Capehart 49:52

3M ago49:52

49:52

This week Bernie reconnects with his childhood friend, Jeff Capehart, an artist known for his unique one-line "squiggly" art. Jeff discusses his journey from Corsicana, Texas, to Mesa, Arizona, the method to his artistic process, and the inspirations behind his work. He also shares his experience of creating custom pieces and the satisfaction he fi…

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152. Changed Life Story | George Butler Part 2 1:35:01

2M ago1:35:01

1:35:01

Adam and Martin are joined once again by George Butler to continue his changed life story. They discuss his call into ministry, his love for his wife, and his deep passion for evangelism. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

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4.21 Bruno Latour, If We Lose The Earth, We Lose Our Souls 30:57

2M ago30:57

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This episode features our host, Sam Mickey, discussing the new posthumous publication from the French philosopher Bruno Latour, If We Lose The Earth, We Lose Our Souls, in which Latour calls upon Christians to join the struggle to avert a climate catastrophe. It's a short text that examines connections between cosmology, ecology, and Catholicism, i…

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170 - Bernie Guerra & Lisa Lederman - part 2 58:15

2M ago58:15

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In this week’s episode, I am back in the driver’s seat and interviewing my podcast partner Bernie Guerra about his recent work with Duran Duran and U2. Bernie shares behind-the-scenes details of the U2 Las Vegas Sphere residency, what it was like looking after Adam Clayton, and some of the differences between working a residency and being on tour. …

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151. Biblical Masculinity | With Matt Simon 1:31:40

3M ago1:31:40

1:31:40

John Vermilya and guest host Adam Ray are joined by Matt Simon to discuss what it means to be a real man. They look how the failure of our first father Adam impacts men now and how the second Adam in Christ is the perfect role model who provides a simple manhood definition any dude can understand. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online …

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169 - Karl "Snake" Newton 1:08:28

3M ago1:08:28

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In this week’s episode, we sit down with veteran FOH engineer Karl “Snake” Newton. Snake discusses his background as a bassist turned sound engineer, as well as his use of innovative technologies like virtual soundchecks and snapshot automation. He also shares his unique perspective on live sound mixing and some of the challenges that come with del…

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Sunday Baroque Conversations 123: Ian Watson 22:49

3M ago22:49

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In 1982, a group of Early Music fans founded the Connecticut Early Music Society to present an annual festival of concerts every June. They feature a repertory of European music written before about 1800 and they focus on historically-informed performance practices, including the use of period instruments. Ian Watson is Artistic Director of the CT …

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150. When God Has A Better Idea | Danny & Ashley Brizzard 1:32:58

3M ago1:32:58

1:32:58

Host John Vermilya is joined by Danny and Ashley as they share the story of their journey to parenthood . They talk about how they held onto hope even through the heartache of infertility and learned to trust God more deeply and watched God's providence guide them to His better idea.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurc…

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Sunday Baroque Conversations 122: Wil B 22:40

3M ago22:40

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Kevin Sylvester and Wilner Baptiste met as talented teenage music students in Florida, playing violin and viola respectively. They clicked as friends, and after pursuing their university training in music, the two classically trained instrumentalists formed their hip hop duo, Black Violin. Their performances are energetic, surprising, and captivati…

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4.20 Timothy Morton, Hell: In Search of a Christian Ecology 1:10:33

3M ago1:10:33

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This episode features Timothy Morton, PhD, Rita Shea Guffey Chair in English at Rice University and author of several books on ecological thought. We discuss their new book, Hell: In Search of a Christian Ecology (Columbia University Press, 2024). Escaping global warming hell, this revelatory book shows, requires a radical, mystical marriage of Chr…

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168 - Wayne Hall 48:40

3M ago48:40

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In this week’s episode we are joined by UK-based Systems Engineer, Wayne Hall. Wayne's impressive portfolio includes working with Lady Gaga, Roger Waters, and Duran Duran. He tells us how he got into audio engineering and about some of the technical challenges he faces during gigs. He shares his thoughts on the importance of maintaining a positive …

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149. Finding Identity In Christ | With Aimee Proulx 1:07:51

3M ago1:07:51

1:07:51

Adam, Rachel, and Lindsay are joined by this year's TABwomen retreat speaker extraordinaire, Aimee Proulx. Sit back and tune in as Aimee discusses one of her greatest passions- finding identity in Christ.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

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Episode 43 - Steve Schale, former Florida State Director for the Obama campaign 43:20

3M ago43:20

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Steve Schale ran President Obama's two Florida victory campaigns and he knows Florida politics inside and out. He and Roger discuss whether Florida is in play for the Biden campaign, how Democrats can reassemble the Obama coalition, the Florida Senate race, the latest on the Florida abortion ballot amendment, and more.…

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167 - Scarlett Deering 49:43

3M ago49:43

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This week we sit down with Scarlett Deering, a versatile violinist and fiddler who performs in both touring bands and recording sessions. Scarlett talks about the differences between playing violin and fiddle, and the nuances of being a side musician, and the excitement and pressures of touring. She also discusses overcoming self-doubt and the impo…

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148. Can I Lose My Salvation? 1:31:54

3M ago1:31:54

1:31:54

John is joined by Martin Rizzi and Isaac Riddle to talk about the concept of eternal security. They dig into scripture to answer questions like: Am I once saved always saved? Does eternal security give me a license to sin? What about those who walk away from the faith? To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com…

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