Best Consciously Southern Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 179 - South African sociopolitical media | Roman Cabanac and Renaldo Gouws 1:05:36

5h ago1:05:36

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I am joined by Roman Cabanac (Morning Shot) and Renaldo Gouws to discuss the influence and impact of the growth of social media on South Africa's politics and social fabric, and more.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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S3 E20: Daniel Wolpert: Looking Inward, Living Outward 1:22:31

2d ago1:22:31

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You can buy the book here: https://upperroombooks.com/book/looking-inward-living-outward/ You can connect with Daniel here: https://www.facebook.com/daniel.wolpert.1 Contemplation frees individuals from habits and patterns that cause suffering and promotes compassion and care. Contemplation is not just an individual practice, but also a communal on…

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Meet Amy: Business Services 21:15

3h ago21:15

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Amy brings passion to everything she does at LJC. From the front desk to managing accounts to IT support, she's our go-to guru for everything. Amy’s expertise in plastic surgery goes beyond her two decades of experience at work, she’s also a seasoned patient herself. Over the years, she’s had a tummy tuck, breast lift with implants, and feminine re…

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Unitive Consciousness 38:32

3d ago38:32

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Sermon taught by Wayne Randolph, Service hosted by Jeremey Kinser, Worship led by Kathy White, Tom Anderson, Gini Downing, James Dorward, Andrew Collins Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Wayne Randolph

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S3 E19: Brian McLaren: Life After Doom 1:01:23

6d ago1:01:23

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You can preorder the book here: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250893277/life-after-doom You can find Brian's work here: https://brianmclaren.net/ Introduction The Conflict Between Conservative Faith and Love for Nature Facing a New Situation The Impact of Climate Change and Rising Depression The Importance of Spiritual Help The Power of Naming…

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Fall Fashion 43:59

7d ago43:59

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Sermon taught by Bryan White, Service hosted by Martha Bangs, Worship led by Chris Gwaltney and Gini Downing Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Bryan White

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Ep. 178 - Referendum on Cape Independence | Phil Craig (Referendum Party) 1:04:26

4d ago1:04:26

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I am joined by Phil Craig, the leader of Referendum Party and co-founder of the Cape Independence Advocacy Group (CIAG). We discuss the Referendum Party, the potential for an independent Cape, Western Cape politics, the 2024 South African election, and more.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Remembering PAUL AUSTER - Writer, Director (1947-2024) 49:14

5d ago49:14

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It is said that people never die until the last person says their name. In memory of the writer and director Paul Auster, who passed away this week, we're sharing this conversation we had back in 2017 after the publication of his novel 4 3 2 1. Auster reflects on his body of work, life, and creative process. Paul Auster was the bestselling author o…

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S3 E18: Zach Lambert: A Holistic Inclusive Bible Interpretation 1:08:21

13d ago1:08:21

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"Have you ever had a difficult time reading Paul’s Epistles? Ever felt like your questions were not part of the preapproved rhetoric of the groupthink? Zach felt the same way growing up in the Southern Baptist Church and lived at the edges of inclusion, fading further away from his faith. And then he read the Gospels and wondered why his church was…

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Eyelid Surgery Recovery: What To Expect 31:18

13d ago31:18

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Don’t let anything you hear about recovering from eyelid surgery scare you away. While some people may initially look like they took a punch to the face, it's not as bad as it looks. Specializing in all things facial plastic surgery, Dr. Kiersten Riedler shares the details on what to expect during eyelid surgery recovery. From how to take care of y…

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Contemplative Sunday 53:41

8d ago53:41

53:41

Sermon by Gini Downing,Music played by James Dorward. Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Gini Downing

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Ep. 177 - When narratives and reality collide | Penuel The Black Pen 1:25:04

16d ago1:25:04

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I am joined by Penuel the Black Pen, a South African podcast host and commentator. We discuss his film crew’s 2024 visit to Orania, the power of robust discussions, propaganda and agendas, AfriForum, organising communities, Western hypocrisy, Apartheid, Afrikaners, integration vs separation, and more.…

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S3 E17: Tom Rundel: Arriving at 95% Certainty is Good Enough 52:58

20d ago52:58

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"Have you ever wondered how much of what you believe to be true is actually influenced by the quirks of your own mind? In this solo episode of the Liminal Living podcast, we delve into the fascinating realm of cognitive biases and their impact on our perception of reality. We use Brian McLaren’s list of 13 cognitive biases that cloud our judgment, …

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Fitting Into Your “Goal Pants”: April’s Tirzepatide Experience 41:52

12d ago41:52

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At LJC, April is the go-to person for getting started with the skinny shot at LJC. She knows what people are going through because she’s been there too, and shares her personal experience to help them feel less alone during their journey. Having a sweet tooth and being a travel enthusiast, April’s food habits are changed for the better with tirzepa…

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How Did We Get Here? 40:49

15d ago40:49

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Sermon taught by Jeremey Kinser, Service hosted by George Meier, Worship led by Tom Anderson, Jared Bangs, Kelsey Owen, Chris Ringor Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Jeremey Kinser

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S3 E16: Chad Bahl: To Hell with Eternal Conscious Torment 1:13:36

27d ago1:13:36

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"Have you ever always hated the doctrine of eternal conscious torment but felt like it was too central to the faith to discard? Chad is the guy to talk to. Today we deconstruct the theology of ECT, discuss its origins, its evolution, and its future home in the proverbial lake of fire. We also discuss open and relational theology, evangelicalism, li…

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Ep. 176 - On the outskirts of Western civilisation | Professor Koos Malan 49:11

20d ago49:11

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I have a discussion with professor Koos Malan about his latest piece which unpacks how the West is under siege on all fronts, in particular on its periphery.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Insights & Surprises from 30 Years in Plastic Surgery with Dr. Johan Brahme 33:23

20d ago33:23

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To honor his 20th anniversary with LJCSC, plastic surgeon Dr. Johan Brahme shares his perspective on how the specialty of plastic surgery has evolved throughout his three-decade career. Hear how techniques have advanced to help patients get the most impact in the safest way possible, from face lifts, brow lifts and lip lifts to tummy tucks, liposuc…

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There’s another side to every war. Satire, War & Hollywood - Co-creator DON McKELLAR on The Sympathizer 9:44

1M ago9:44

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On casting Robert Downey Jr. in 4 Roles: "That was Park Chan-wook's idea early on. In the book, there are these sorts of male-white figures of the American establishment. They're all differentiated in the book, but he had the idea. What if we have one actor playing all the parts kind of like Peter Sellers in Dr. Strangelove and immediately we thoug…

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DON McKELLAR on The Sympathizer with Hoa Xuande, Robert Downey Jr., Park Chan-wook 38:57

1M ago38:57

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What are the stories we tell ourselves to justify our actions in times of war? How can the arts convey complexity and foster understanding? Don McKellar is a highly accomplished writer, director, and actor. He has written films including Roadkill, Highway 61, Dance Me Outside, The Red Violin, and Blindness. He won the Prix de la Jeunesse at the 198…

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Facets of Unity 42:04

27d ago42:04

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Sermon taught by Wayne Randolph, Service hosted by Erica Connell, Worship led by Andrew Collins Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Wayne Randolph

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Do good deeds offset bad deeds? How do our families shape who we become?- Highlights - DAN FUTTERMAN & ADAM RAPP 11:07

1M ago11:07

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"We ended on such a cliffhanger with Isaac presenting the wrench at the police station to Jeff Daniels' character. It allowed us to sort of start from a place of what's going to happen next? And I think because what is drawn in the novel and because of what Danny brought into the original script of the first season and all the ideas he brought in. …

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Exploring American Rust: Broken Justice w/ DAN FUTTERMAN & ADAM RAPP - Award-winning Screenwriters/EPs 39:11

1M ago39:11

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What role do the families we’re born into or the traumas we experience shape the people we become? Do good deeds offset bad deeds? How can the arts increase our capacity for empathy, understanding, and kindness? Dan Futterman is creator, executive producer, and writer of Amazon Prime's American Rust, the acclaimed crime drama starring Jeff Daniels,…

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S3 E15: Ally Henny: I Won't Shut Up 1:40:24

1M ago1:40:24

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"Have you ever wondered how one finds their voice in a world that often seeks to silence them? Today, we're diving deep into that question with author and advocate-minister Ally Henny, as we explore her journey of resilience, faith, and empowerment. Ally is the brilliant mind behind "I Won't Shut Up: Finding Your Voice When the World Tries to Silen…

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How Laura Cain Really Feels About Her Breast Implants 2 Years Later 28:08

27d ago28:08

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Two years after her breast augmentation, San Diego radio personality Laura Cain returns with an update on how her breast implants have changed her life. Before her breast implants, Laura was wearing padded bras and chicken cutlet bra inserts to hide her flat chest. Now her wardrobe options have changed and her confidence has skyrocketed, both perso…

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Shalom with Each Other 28:30

1M ago28:30

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Sermon taught by Catherine Anderson, Service hosted by George Meier II, Worship led by Chris Gwaltney Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Catherine Anderson

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S3 E14: Justin Lee: Coming out as Gay in the Southern Baptist Church 1:17:24

1M ago1:17:24

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Have you ever been made the “prayer request” of a community because your story didn’t match the triumphal testimony narrative? Justin grew up in the Southern Baptist Church as a conservative labeled by his high school peers as “God boy.” He was handing out tracts, evangelizing, and really good at obeying purity culture rules when it came to women. …

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Why Your Belly Button is the Most Important Part of a Tummy Tuck 14:22

1M ago14:22

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Before having a tummy tuck, one of the biggest worries our patients have is “what is my belly button going to look like?” No one wants an ugly belly button, or for it to be a dead giveaway that they had work done. Because so much extra skin is removed during tummy tuck surgery, the original belly button often goes away with it. But during a tummy t…

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Resurrected Hope 35:49

1M ago35:49

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Sermon taught by Gini Downing, Service hosted by Jeff Ham, Worship led by Chris, Ashley, Gini, Tom, Kelsey, Andrew, and James Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Gini Downing

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Good Friday 36:32

1M ago36:32

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Sermon by Various Readers / Speakers,Music played by James Dorward. Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Catherine Anderson

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Consciousness, AI & Creativity with DUSTIN O’HALLORAN - Emmy Award-winning Composer 51:02

1M ago51:02

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What will happen when Artificial General Intelligence arrives? What is the nature of consciousness? How are music and creativity pathways for reconnecting us to our humanity and the natural world? Dustin O’Halloran is a pianist and composer and member of the band A Winged Victory for the Sullen. Winner of a 2015 Emmy Award for his main title theme …

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How can music help us expand our understanding of consciousness & AI? - Highlights - DUSTIN O’HALLORAN 51:08

1M ago51:08

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"The film Lion, when we got involved, there was a pretty early cut. So it was about trying to get into the picture and what would really work with the scenes, but also to sometimes just put it away and just really get to the heart of the film, too, because there was a big overarching feeling to the film. The feeling of home and the feeling of being…

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Ep. 175 - Unplugging from the devil's electric nervous system | Duncan Reyburn 1:01:04

1M ago1:01:04

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I am joined by Duncan Reyburn, an Associate Professor and scholar with work mainly on René Girard, Marshall McLuhan, and GK Chesterton. In this episode we discuss technology, modern maladies, Progress™, our electrified world, loadshedding, and more.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 174 - Hunting dangerous men in the African wilderness | Rory Duncan 1:03:17

2M ago1:03:17

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Rory Duncan recalls his years manhunting on behalf of the Zimbabwean and Mozambican governments with a focus on a specific, extremely remote and mountainous area - the Chimanimani complex. There, he caught many dangerous fugitives. But one in particular stands out to him, Simon Kumbi, who Rory describes as "a man adapted to his environment and so l…

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S2 E13: Amy Fritz: Untangling Faith from the Evangelical Industrial Complex 1:12:41

2M ago1:12:41

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Has your faith community become a breeding ground for spiritual abuse? Today I talk to Amy Fritz, host of the podcast "Untangled Faith," and we delve into the complexities of spiritual abuse within faith communities, drawing from her personal experiences and her husband's encounters while working for Dave Ramasey. Through occasional articles, Amy s…

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Patient Tammy: I Don’t Look Mad Or Sad Anymore (Unless I Really Am) 34:59

1M ago34:59

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As the co-host of San Diego’s favorite country morning show, Tammy wanted to look high-spirited and full of life, but her eyelids made her look tired or mad all the time and her neck made her look older than her age. Opening up about her reasons for getting eyelid surgery and a neck lift, Tammy shares why she wanted to improve upon the things that …

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Contemplative Sunday 45:36

2M ago45:36

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Sermon by Ben Downing,Music played by Gini Downing. Are you new? Let us know you were here: liminalventura.org/connectioncardBy Andrew Collins

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Creating Safe Spaces: ITA O’BRIEN & the Art of Intimacy Coordination - Highlights 12:52

2M ago12:52

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"For years, people spoke about how awkward or embarrassing it was to perform the intimate content. And what they're speaking about is feeling horrible. If something's awkward, that squirm, that ring in the body, it feels embarrassing. That's actually an emotion that is not professional. That is not allowing the actor to stay feeling listened to, he…

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Intimacy Coordinator ITA O’BRIEN on Normal People, Sex Education & Creating Safe Spaces 52:46

1M ago52:46

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How can intimate scenes be brought to the screen in ways that respect the emotional well-being and privacy of the artists themselves? How do we make sure that we can create a story about abuse without anyone being abused in the process? Ita O’Brien is the UK’s leading Intimacy Coordinator, founder of Intimacy on Set (and author of the Intimacy On S…

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S3 E12: Matthew Paul Turner: Finding Belonging after deconstruction 1:10:10

2M ago1:10:10

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Have you struggled with finding community and belonging after deconstruction? Many do, because you are in a liminal space of development, unsure of who you are, what you believe, and therefore, who your people are. Matthew Paul Turner, no relation to Tina, has been on a journey of belonging that he illustrates with a new Children’s book, You Will A…

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The Transformative Power of Writing with ANDRE DUBUS III - Highlights 13:03

2M ago13:03

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"The character I wrote about in House of Sand and Fog was based on a former colonel and aeronautical engineer in the Shah's Air Force. I watched him work at a gas station. And on his days off, he'd put on his suit and look for better work. One night I'm helping him bring his groceries in, and he said in his thick Persian accent, "You know, I used t…

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