Best Christian Noll Podcasts (2024)

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Lawsuit: School District Houses Young Girl with Biological Boy - California Election Law Integrity - 9/19/2024 53:27

18m ago53:27

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Episode Links Mallory Sleight - https://adflegal.org/profile/mallory-sleight Parents of a Colorado elementary school student sued a district Wednesday over a policy that transgender students should room with cisgender classmates on overnight trips. Joe and Serena Wailes, whose daughter is in the fifth grade in Jeffco Public Schools, claim the distr…

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A Conversation on Living with Alzheimer's with Rebecca Christian and Kate Thompson 48:14

1h ago48:14

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Join Sarah Noll Wilson as she speaks with Rebecca Christian and Kate Thompson about their experience, as mother and daughter, living with Rebecca's Alzheimer's diagnosis. Together, they explore the power of connection, humor, and self-advocacy in overcoming the challenges of memory loss. About Our Guests Rebecca Christian is a freelance writer who …

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Natalie Runion: Church, It’s Not That Complicated! 44:31

2h ago44:31

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Doug and Bob talk Church with Natalie Runion. One of the many things that we appreciate about Natalie is the way she is able to be honest, raw and hopeful for what is to come. Natalie talks about her new book, the story behind it, how this was one of the hardest books to write, and what she has discovered about the love she has for the Church in th…

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Adam Steinhaugh - Hans von Spakovsky - 9/14/2024 56:05

6d ago56:05

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Guest 1: Adam Steinhaugh, attorney Foundation for Individual Rights and Arizona mom sues city after arrest for criticizing government lawyer. Learn More at thefire.org/Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- M…

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Bryan Gonzalez-Dr. Ingrid Skop - 9/07/2024 49:58

12d ago49:58

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Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family…

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Unending Possabilities with Sharon Cox 32:44

7d ago32:44

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Sharon Cox is the Founder of Unending Possabilities. Unending Possabilities (UP) is a God-centered vocational community that provides meaningful work, a sense of belonging, dignity, and respect for adults with disabilities. We discuss the lack of programs for adults and what they are doing to make a difference.…

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A Conversation on Intelligent Failure with Dr. Amy Edmondson 1:00:15

13d ago1:00:15

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Join Sarah Noll Wilson and Brandon Springle as they sit down with Dr. Amy Edmondson to discuss her groundbreaking research on psychological safety. Uncover the critical role of high-quality conversations and the powerful impact of embracing intelligent failures for organizational growth. About Our Guest Amy C. Edmondson, the Novartis Professor of L…

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Julie Lane-Gay: The Riches of Your Grace 41:07

10d ago41:07

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Doug has a great chat with writer, editor, catechist and trained horticulturist — Julie Lane-Gay about her book on faith and liturgy titled The Riches of Your Grace. Julie has been shaped by and thought deeply about the ways in which the Book of Common Prayer has formed her and the gift it is to shape us in our ordinary life. I appreciate the ways …

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Mike Gonzalez-William Duncan - 8/31/2024 54:07

20d ago54:07

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Dcn. Mike Manno-Gina NollIowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. B…

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Ashley McGuire-Peter Breen - 8/24/2024 54:20

27d ago54:20

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Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family…

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Episode 100: A Milestone Conversation on Conversations 1:05:39

1M ago1:05:39

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Join Sarah Noll Wilson as she celebrates the show's 100th episode with a deep dive into the evolving nature of workplace relationships. Guests Gilmara Vila Nova-Mitchell, Dr. Teresa Peterson, and Brandon Springle share insights on building connections in virtual settings, fostering inclusion, and the vital role of empathetic leadership in creating …

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W. David O. Taylor: Prayers for the Pilgrimage. 42:06

29d ago42:06

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Doug and Bob talk prayer, faith journey, culture, and the arts with our second time guest David Taylor. For those not familiar with David, he is a theologian, author, speaker, priest, and director of initiatives in art and faith. A professor at Fuller Theological Seminary, he has lectured widely on the arts, from Thailand to South Africa. He has wr…

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Jessica Rogers-Brian Camanker - 8/17/2024 51:18

1M ago51:18

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Deacon Mike Manno and Gina NollIowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and…

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Luke Goodrich-Mark Reed - 8/10/2024 54:10

1M ago54:10

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Deacon Mike MannoGina NollIowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. …

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Hans Von Spakovsky - Erika Ahern - 08/03/2024 53:06

2M ago53:06

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Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family…

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Tic Long: The Untold History of Youth Ministry 53:13

2M ago53:13

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Both Bob and Doug were youth pastors, Doug was obviously better than Bob, but I digress. This episode Bob and Doug talk with youth ministry legend Tic Long who has seen the scope from the early years of youth ministry being a thing until now. It has the feel of a PBS documentary that could be next Ken Burns project. Tic Long has spent most of his a…

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Kelly Rickert-Maggie DeWitte - 7/27/2024 48:25

2M ago48:25

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Dcn. Mike MannoGina NollIowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bu…

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Matt Lamb-Hiram Sasser - 7/20/2024 51:11

2M ago51:11

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Dcn. Mike Manno Gina NollIowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. B…

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Testimony / Living Healed When You are not Cured. Rachelle Van Ryssen 29:44

2M ago29:44

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Rachelle's Testimony of living 9 years past her expiry date and living healed from MS, and a brain tumour! Choose to live fully every day, even when you don't feel like it! God can carry you when you are weak and He will strengthen you to be able to go further and live better than you ever can without Him.…

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Jeff Haanen: Work From the Inside 46:11

2M ago46:11

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Doug and Bob talk with Jeff Haanen the founder of The Denver Institute for Faith and Work. Jeff has learned that real transformation takes place “from the inside out.” When emotional and spiritual health and the pursuit of truth gives birth to healthy work and thriving relationships, leaders are positioned to make long-lasting positive social and c…

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William Haun-Abby Southerland - 7/13/2024 49:36

2M ago49:36

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Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family…

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S3 E12 (FINALE): When A Church Kid Believes They're Not Enough For God (w/Ana Hill) 2:05:39

3M ago2:05:39

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This week on the podcast, it is the finale episode, and I am joined by my longtime friend and fellow church kid Ana Hill to talk about the many destructive and toxic teachings and ideas she came up against while growing up in our church, and the ways she has begun to find healing for her damaged and distorted views of God and herself. The conversat…

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S3 E11: When A Pastor's Son Discovers His Father Is A Serial Sexual Abuser... (w/Ryan George) 1:09:13

3M ago1:09:13

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This week on the podcast, I am joined by Ryan George, author of the book, "Hurt and Healed By the Church", to hear his experiences growing up a pastor's son in the IFB movement, and the shocking story of finding out his father was a serial sexual abuser... through a podcast. The conversation in this episode is inspired by the topics and themes of m…

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Shane Stanford: Ministry After the Wheels Fall Off 39:22

2M ago39:22

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Doug and Bob talk with pastor of 30+ years and author Shane Stanford about life in ministry in the midst of difficult seasons. If you find yourself going through a difficult season we know this will be an encouragement and blessing to you. Ministry is a tough journey and it doesn’t have to tank you even when things are not going well, Shane helps k…

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Andrea Picciotti-Bayer-Lance Linzer - 6/29/2024 56:44

3M ago56:44

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Dcn. Mike MannoGina NollIowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bu…

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The Rhetoric of Lewis and Sayers w/ Dr. Jim Beitler (Archives) 47:26

3M ago47:26

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To celebrate the start of the Wade Center's new Director, Dr. Jim Beitler (Professor of English) we decided to re-release an archival episode recorded and released back in July 2019. 'Rhetoric’ is often a byword for hollow or negative speech. In truth, rhetoric is the art of persuasion. This week, Dr. Jim Beitler discusses his new book, Seasoned Sp…

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S3 E10: From Controlling Cult to Religious Rebel: Trading False Religion For The Real Jesus (w/Christy Lynne Wood) 1:20:32

3M ago1:20:32

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This week on the podcast, I am joined by Christy Lynne Wood, author of the book, "Religious Rebels", to talk about her experiences growing up in Bill Gothard's IBLP cult, the detrimental effects of both spiritual abuse and spiritual exploitation, and the freedom that comes with knowing the REAL Jesus. The conversation in this episode is inspired by…

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A Short Message from Sarah 5:35

3M ago5:35

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Hello listeners! We are taking a short summer break... just a little bit earlier than originally planned. Sarah is here to bring you up to speed on her unexpected hiatus, set the stage for our upcoming special Episode 100, and share a few thoughts that have been on her mind in the meantime. Stay tuned for updates, and we'll be back with more soon! …

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Jaqueline White-Tracy Bearden - 6/21/2024 51:02

3M ago51:02

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Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family…

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A Conversation on Inclusivity and Empathy with Courageous Fire 1:04:50

3M ago1:04:50

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Join Sarah Noll Wilson and guest Courageous Fire as they delve into the challenges faced by Black women in predominantly white spaces. Courageous shares insights into her journey of embracing authenticity and self worth, highlighting the power of vulnerability, trust, and empathy in building inclusive spaces. About Our Guest Courageous Fire is a Bl…

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S3 E9: Faith That Was Fought For: A Faith of Wrestling, Questioning, and Critical Thinking (w/Andres Landaverde) 1:26:24

3M ago1:26:24

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This week on the podcast, I am joined by Andres Landaverde, a fellow church kid from my former church organization, to talk about the valuable role critical thinking plays in our faith, as well as the importance of being able to question and wrestle with our beliefs. The conversation in this episode is inspired by the topics and themes of my book "…

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Stephanie Gilbert, Jessica Taylor, and Jenna Allen: Pastors’ Wives Spill the Tea 1:04:01

3M ago1:04:01

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Doug has an insightful, serious, and fun conversation with Stephanie, Jessica, and Jenna three Pastors’ wives who decided to write a book about their experiences. This important conversation brings to light the everyday good and sometimes difficult realities that pastors’ spouses go through. If you are a pastor, you must listen. If you are a spouse…

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Raimundo Rojas-Lisa Bourne - 6/15/2024 56:18

3M ago56:18

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Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family…

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A Conversation on This Moment in Leadership with Stephanie Chin 58:59

3M ago58:59

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Join Sarah Noll Wilson and guest Stephanie Chin for a wide-ranging conversation with insights on leadership, personal growth and experimentation, and the complex challenges of creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. About Our Guest Stephanie Chin has spent the past two decades as a nonprofit leader, including working for the United Way network b…

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S3 E8: When Your Church Protects A Pedophile (w/Rachel Schober) 1:51:23

3M ago1:51:23

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This week on the podcast, I am joined by Rachel Schober, a friend who shares her experiences dealing with both the emotional and spiritual aftermath of leaving her childhood church after discovering its leaders had been covering for a protecting a known pedophile for years. The conversation in this episode is inspired by the topics and themes of my…

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Jerome Richardson-Marilyn Lane - 6/08/2024 53:37

3M ago53:37

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Deacon Mike MannoGina NollIowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. …

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A Conversation on Intentional Entrepreneurship with Rachel Formaro 54:55

4M ago54:55

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Join Sarah Noll Wilson and guest Rachel Formaro as they share their personal journeys of entrepreneurship, with a focus on the ways that intentionality and purpose can shape workplace culture and foster growth. About Our Guest Rachel Formaro is the CEO at Blu Pagoda LLC, a company she founded in 2014. With more than 20 years of both corporate and a…

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S3 E7: When A Church Kid Realizes They're Being Manipulated (w/Aleah Policar) 1:39:47

4M ago1:39:47

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This week on the podcast, I am joined by Aleah Policar, a fellow church kid from my childhood church organization, to discuss the many different ways emotional manipulation and shame were used by her church and its leaders as a response to her not fitting the mold they needed her to. The conversation in this episode is inspired by the topics and th…

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Mark Noll: C.S. Lewis 44:04

4M ago44:04

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If we asked 100 pastors to rate their top ten authors have shaped their theology and imagination for the Gospel the most, I believe C.S. Lewis would be high on all of the lists. Mere Christianity, Narnia, The Problem of Pain, God on The Dock, Screwtape letters… the list can go on. Doug and Bob talk with Mark Noll about C.S. Lewis and his legacy and…

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William Duncan-Matt Lamb - 6/01/2024 52:10

4M ago52:10

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Dcn. Mike MannoGina NollIowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bu…

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"Farewell, Crystal and David. We have known great joys together." 1:02:56

4M ago1:02:56

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Our dear friends and co-hosts of the podcast, Drs. Crystal & David C. Downing, are retiring as co-directors of the Wade Center in June. Professor of English, Dr. Jim Beitler will serve as the Wade Center's new director starting in July. To bid the Downings a fond farewell and pass the baton to our new director, we decided to share some of our favor…

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A Conversation on Inclusive Hiring with Ify Walker 1:12:28

4M ago1:12:28

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Join Sarah Noll Wilson and guest Ify Walker as they discuss Ify's work challenging and disrupting the norms and biases involved in hiring, and offer actionable insights for creating inclusive workplaces. About Our Guest Ify Walker is a proud product of Nigerian parents, Wisconsin, and Head Start. A fierce believer in the power of equitable culture …

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S3 E6: I Kissed Dating Goodbye... But Maybe I Didn't Have To. (w/Josh Harris) 1:06:02

4M ago1:06:02

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This week on the podcast, I am joined by Joshua Harris, author of the notorious book "I Kissed Dating Goodbye", to discuss the book's lasting impact, as well as the importance of recognizing when our beliefs are negatively affecting others and being able to change our minds. The conversation in this episode is inspired by the topics and themes of m…

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Peter Breen-Mike Gonzalez - 5/25/2024 52:41

4M ago52:41

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Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family…

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A Conversation on Addiction and Sobriety with Beth Shelton 56:41

4M ago56:41

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Join Sarah Noll Wilson and guest Beth Shelton as they explore the complexities of addiction and sobriety. Sharing candidly from her personal experience, Beth provides valuable insights into understanding addiction, supporting loved ones, and embracing vulnerability for personal growth and healing. About Our Guest Beth Shelton is the Chief Executive…

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S3 E5: How Toxic Churches Ruin Relationships (w/Shannon Leyko) 1:35:25

4M ago1:35:25

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This week on the podcast, I am joined by Shannon Leyko, a former member of our shared church organization, to talk all about relationships in the church, including the many ways our approach and dynamic with relationships was dictated and influenced by our church's teachings and culture. The conversation in this episode is inspired by the topics an…

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Erica Ahern-Roger Byron - 5/18/2024 50:22

4M ago50:22

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Dcn. Mike Manno and Gina NollIowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and D…

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Same Lake, Different Boat with Stephanie Hubach 46:39

4M ago46:39

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Stephanie Hubach is a Research Fellow in Disability Ministries and a Visiting Instructor in Educational Ministries in affiliation with Covenant Theological Seminary. She is also the Author of the book we discuss, Same lake different boat.By Need Project Inc.

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A Conversation on Women's Negotiation and Advocacy with Kathryn Valentine 55:18

4M ago55:18

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Join Sarah Noll Wilson and guest Kathryn Valentine as they discuss negotiation strategies tailored for women, navigating workplace biases, and fostering inclusive cultures. Through personal anecdotes and research insights, they explore empowering women to advocate for themselves and promote gender equality in professional settings. About Our Guest …

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S3 E4: Ghosted By God - The Connection Between Spiritual Anxiety, Religious Trauma, and Authoritarian Control (w/Tiffany Yecke Brooks) 1:28:47

4M ago1:28:47

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This week on the podcast, I am joined by Tiffany Yecke Brooks, author of the book, "Holy Ghosted", to discuss the ways in which spiritual anxiety can be caused by the various methods churches and authoritarian leaders use to gain control. The conversation in this episode is inspired by the topics and themes of my book "A Jumble of Crumpled Papers".…

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