Best Dusty Hope Podcasts (2024)

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Hope, Joy and The Bahamas 1:14:48

9h ago1:14:48

1:14:48

Basketball is (sort of) back, and so is the pod.

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Marty Lang: The Self-Sustaining Filmmaker 48:33

7h ago48:33

48:33

Sadie and Jeanne catch up with their old friend, Marty Lang—filmmaker, professor, husband, father, and author of The Self-Sustaining Filmmaker. Marty shares honest and practical tips on networking, paying it forward, and surviving as an independent filmmaker while also attempting to juggle life. Resources from this episode: The Self-Sustaining Film…

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To Be Loved Is To Be Known: Ainsley Britain & Ali Gilkeson 22:14

4d ago22:14

22:14

If there is one thing we all desire as human beings, it is to be known—truly, deeply known—and loved just as we are. Psalm 139 says “You have searched me, Lord, and you know me… you are familiar with all my ways,” reminding us that we can experience the joy of being known to our core when we look to the Lord. Ainsley Britain is an Enneagram coach w…

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94 Long Form History of Wrestling Podcast - July 1984 - Black Saturday and More 40:26

3h ago40:26

40:26

My long form history of pro wrestling series is a month-by-month break down of the history of pro wrestling. Currently, we are up to July 1984 (which I cover in my DragonKingKarl Stern's 1984-1985 Pro Wrestling Omnibus book) and one of the major events in the rise of WWF/WWE takes place - Black Saturday, when Championship Wrestling from Georgia wen…

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[JESUS LISTENS MONTHLY SERIES] There’s Power In Our Prayers: Lydia McLaughlin 6:27

11h ago6:27

6:27

On this episode of Jesus Listens: Stories of Prayer, we hear from TV personality Lydia McLaughin. Lydia leaned on God throughout her experience on the Real Housewives of Orange County. She also talks about how her faith held her up during her mother’s sickness. Guest’s Links Lydia McLaughlin’s Facebook: @oclydia Lydia McLaughlin’s Twitter: @oclydia…

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Why Does Lucien Marc Only Have Three Fingers? - 1000 Hours 59:52

1h ago59:52

59:52

I return with my podcast series on the pioneer era of pro wrestling (pre-1900) with a packed show today. Most of it is spent discussing the first, first family of wrestling. Wrestling families are part of its culture: The Von Erichs, The Armstrongs, The Welches, The Funks, The Briscos, The Windhams, etc. But the original first family of wrestling w…

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Shattered But Unbroken: Patsy Clairmont & Gil Schaenzle 30:11

1d ago30:11

30:11

Our first guest, Patsy Clairmont, is a renowned author, speaker, and one of the founding speakers for Women of Faith. Patsy’s early years were marked by severe anxiety and depression. Whispering prayers of desperation for anything to help her through this time, she was surprised by the small, simple steps God gave her that helped her emerge from th…

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Who Killed WCW? - A Wrestling With the Dawg Special with Intro by DragonKingKarl 2:07:41

4h ago2:07:41

2:07:41

On the 386th edition of Wrestling With the Dawg Podcast at FlairFlop.com, Eric Allen and Joe Drilling of OnTheStick.com joins the Dirty Dawg Darsie to review the four-part Vice series entitled "Who Killed WCW?" The three cats discussed why WCW was popular back in the day, the Jerry Springer show, Hulk Hogan and his creative control, bad management …

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By His Scars, We Are Healed: John Michael Talbot & John Andrew Bryant 22:36

12d ago22:36

22:36

In this week’s episode, we have the opportunity to listen to John Michael Talbot, a legendary musician and founder of the monastic community Brothers and Sisters of Charity. He shares the intense evolution of his faith: from expressing himself through music, to finding his community in Catholicism, to a moment in a hospital room where he experience…

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Misawa vs Funk, Six Pack Book, and More 49:06

14d ago49:06

49:06

I have a packed show for you today discussing the final shows of Southeastern wrestling before it became Continental with Bob Armstrong, Lord Humongous, Ron Fuller, Boomer Lynch, and more. Some more from 1932 Madison Square Garden, a review of the great new book Six Pack and my thoughts on Tito Santana, and the last member of the final four of the …

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Germany, France, and Europe Influence Wrestling 57:39

4h ago57:39

57:39

I am back with my 1000 Hours series which focuses on the history, origin, and evolution of pro wrestling in America. A listener has asked about Germany, France, and Europe in the pioneer era of wrestling. France, in particular, was hugely important in pro wrestling's popularity in the United States with Prof. Thiebaud Bauer bringing his French styl…

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A Hope That Erases Our Shame: Darren Mulligan and Joseph Habedank 27:16

2d ago27:16

27:16

This week, we’ll visit with two musicians who found their love for music early on, but took some devastating detours along the way to their dreams of full-time music careers. Darren Mulligan is songwriter and lead singer for the Dove Award-winning Christian music group We Are Messengers. Early in his music pursuits, Darren found himself indulging i…

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Sting vs Kurt Angle, MSG, End of 1984 SECW 48:11

4d ago48:11

48:11

I have a great show for you this week starting off with a fun entry into the Greatest Kayfabe Tournament - The GKT, where you the listener voted between Sting and Kurt Angle. Next up we go back to 1931 Madison Square Garden where Dick Shikat upset the order of things by shooting on people. The show rounds out with a look at December 1984 in Southea…

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Walking In Faith Through Leadership Challenges: Ricky Dickson & Mark Tappan 24:12

9d ago24:12

24:12

In this week’s episode, we delve into the remarkable journey of Ricky Dickson, a man whose faith has guided him through a fulfilling career and the trials of leadership. Throughout his forty-three years with Blue Bell Creameries, the beloved ice cream maker, Ricky rose to become the president and CEO, navigating the company through both successful …

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Producer Claire Mundell: "The Tattooist of Auschwitz" 55:09

11d ago55:09

55:09

Sadie Dean and Jeanne Veillette Bowerman speak with Producer Claire Mundell who founded Synchronicity Films. Among Claire's many projects is the recent series, "The Tattooist of Auschwitz," an adaptation of Heather Morris' best selling novel—a stunning and timely show all should watch. Dive deep behind the scenes of bringing novels to life on the s…

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Inoki vs Tanahashi, Southeastern 1984, and more! 54:08

11d ago54:08

54:08

It is a PACKED edition of the DragonKingKarl Classic Wrestling podcast today as I talk about the latest match in the GKT: Greatest Kayfabe Tournament where you, the listener, have voted on who would win in their primes between Antonio Inoki and Hiroshi Tanahashi. I then travel back to 1931 for more history from Madison Square Garden and Jim Londos,…

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The Man Who Derailed McLaughlin - 1000 Hours 57:24

1M ago57:24

57:24

I return with the 1000 Hours podcast series which focuses exclusively on the pioneer era of pro wrestling or the era before Frank Gotch. I am looking back today at 1875 and 1876 which was dominated by the American heavyweight champion Col. James H. McLaughlin, pro wrestling's first major star. McLaughlin won pro wrestling's first big championship t…

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Breaking Free From Habits That Hold Us Back: Erin Loechner & Dusty and Erin Stanczyk 25:45

1M ago25:45

25:45

Old habits can be hard to break, whether it’s the foods we eat, the media we consume, or any pattern that may not serve us in the way that gets us where we want to be. Our guests this week took a look at their lives and found that doing the hard work of change was key to breaking unhealthy patterns and through faith and prayer, they kept at it, whi…

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Long Form History of Wrestling Podcast - June 1984 - WWF Takes Over, Boot Camp Match, More 50:55

18d ago50:55

50:55

On this episode of the DragonKingKarl Classic Wrestling Podcast I continue my Long Form History of Wrestling series with a look at June 1984. WWF has bought out the Georgia territory and it's first venture into national cable television didn't quite go as planned. There is both a new NWA and AWA World champion and now a new IWGP champion as well. P…

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[JESUS LISTENS MONTHLY SERIES] Experiencing Joy After Facing Darkness: Chonda Pierce 8:44

1M ago8:44

8:44

On this episode of Jesus Listens: Stories of Prayer, we’ll hear from comedian Chonda Pierce. Chonda’s ability to bring laughter to others is renowned, but as we know, life’s circumstances can threaten to steal our joy. The loss of Chonda’s sisters and then her husband were crushing blows, but through prayer, therapy and the support of others, she s…

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The Sustaining Kindness of God: Chris & Lindsey Wheeler & Bryan Crum 32:29

1M ago32:29

32:29

When kindness is shown to us—whether it’s as small as a smile from a stranger, or as big as someone meeting a need at a desperate time in our lives—we see and feel goodness that is often unexplainable. If we look for them, we can find these divine kindnesses each day, those big and little nods from God that bring us hope and comfort, even in the da…

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Writer & Director Christy Stratton: From TV Writing to Roller Rinks 57:17

24d ago57:17

57:17

What happens when a TV comedy writer sits down with Sadie and Jeanne? Lots of laughs, inspiration and mayhem. But mostly, great advice for anyone who wants to dip their toes into the indie space and take a shot at directing. Christy Stratton, writer on "Modern Family," "Awkward," "King of the Hill," and more, shares insights into making her first s…

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Omega vs Funk, MSG, July 1984 Observer 1:03:57

28d ago1:03:57

1:03:57

On this week's show we have a ton of classic pro wrestling discussion on a variety of topics. The latest match in the GKT: Greatest Kayfabe Tournament and the voters are split on a match between Kenny Omega and Terry Funk- but we have a winner! More from 1931 New York wrestling and Madison Square Garden. Then the second half of the show takes a loo…

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John McMahon Shot, Davy Crockett, and More - 1000 Hours 53:02

1M ago53:02

53:02

Hour 49 of the 1000 Hours podcast series is a packed one. The 1000 Hours series is my detailed, heavily researched look at the pioneer era of pro wrestling, or pro wrestling before the time of Frank Gotch. On today's episode I am asked about Davy Crockett, whose obituary following his death at the Alamo claimed he was a wrestler. What is the realit…

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Summer Catch Up 56:22

2M ago56:22

56:22

We're back, finally, and we're taking lots of summer questions.

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Shattering Doubt and Believing in Yourself: Taraji P. Henson & Sope Aluko 21:59

1M ago21:59

21:59

When we face self-doubt, we may find ourselves not believing in our own innate abilities, or we might even decide to turn away from our aspirations in the belief that we’re not “good enough” to get where we want to be. When we willfully stop listening to the voices that tell us we can’t do it, and replace our fears with faith, a transformative effe…

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Misawa, Lesnar, the Classic Fan Problem 57:44

1M ago57:44

57:44

On this episode of my DragonKingKarl Classic Wrestling Podcast I take a look at the results of the latest match in the final eight of the GKT: Greatest Kayfabe Tournament pitting Brock Lesnar against Mitsuharu Misawa. These two would have had an incredible match in their primes and I discuss it along with your voting results. The bulk of the show i…

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Letitia Lee: The Art of Spreading Love 50:14

2M ago50:14

50:14

Artist Letitia Lee talks with Sadie and Jeanne about what inspires her to create, the power of art, and the emotion she hopes people feel when they view her stunning work. Her stories will inspire artists of all mediums. Seriously. Listen. Letitia is a one-of-a-kind spirit of joy. Resources: Art by Letitia You'll have to stay tuned for a link to Le…

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Navigating Life’s Dark Valleys: Jesse Hutch & Randy Frazee 27:26

1M ago27:26

27:26

The most valuable life lessons often emerge from our most difficult circumstances. While these experiences give us insight into our own lives, they also provide meaningful stories to share with others and point them towards God, who can ultimately give them comfort through their darkest moments. This week, we’ll hear from Jesse Hutch, a Canadian-bo…

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1931 Londos at Yankee Stadium, 1980s Southern Wrestling, more 46:10

1M ago46:10

46:10

On this episode I continue the history of pro wrestling at Madison Square Garden podcast series with a detour to Yankee Stadium in 1931 where Jim Londos teams up with the William Randolph Hearst empire to hopefully draw one of the largest crowds in history up to that date. Well, they tried anyway. Then I transition to more talk about the glory era …

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Return of the Terrible Turk - 1000 Hours 45:51

1M ago45:51

45:51

Wrestling historian Karl Stern first covered the pioneer era wrestling special attraction Yousof Ismael- The Terrible Turk, on hour five of the 1000 Hours podcast series, but the Terrible Turk deserves a follow up as requested by one of our listeners. Now Karl tells you the latest information he has uncovered about the original Terrible Turk who ca…

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Finding Stability and Peace in the Shifting Sands of Change: Emily P. Freeman and Stephanie May Wilson 30:31

2M ago30:31

30:31

There is an intricate dance between the difficulty of making changes in our lives and a profound trust in God to guide us through. When we have to make the decision to leave something behind and start anew, there is an emotional toll and a fear of the unknown. However, there is much to be learned from endings and new beginnings, and how sometimes w…

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Who Was Homer Lane? 54:42

2M ago54:42

54:42

The early pioneer era has given us some very interesting people to learn about so far. Uzile Prickett, Col. McLaughlin, G.W. Flagg, and now let's meet Homer Lane. Homer Lane was one of the early American champions. A multi-time American champion as a matter of fact. He was also a straight up carny. Yes, even before 1870 pro wrestling had its worker…

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[JESUS LISTENS MONTHLY SERIES] Prayers To Be Used By God: Evan Craft 9:30

2M ago9:30

9:30

On this episode of Jesus Listens, we hear from Evan Craft, a singer-songwriter who discovered the importance of loving and serving others during a mission trip to Mexico. Through his music, Evan now spreads messages of hope and love while raising awareness for causes like homelessness. Guest’s Links Evan Craft’s Facebook: @evancraftmusic Evan Craft…

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Through Prayer Comes Healing: Lauren Green and Carrie Sheffield 17:49

2M ago17:49

17:49

*Content Warning: This episode mentions suicide and depression and may not be suitable for all listeners.* We all carry scars, both visible and invisible, that life's challenges leave behind. Far from permanently marring us, our scars can become sites of incredible healing and strength when we open ourselves to faith.This faith doesn't erase the pa…

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Long Form History of Wrestling Podcast - May 1984: Kerry Von Erich Wins NWA Title, Vince Sr Dies, Georgia Falls 32:35

2M ago32:35

32:35

Wrestling historian Karl Stern returns with a detailed look at the month of May 1984 in pro wrestling history. It was one of the most significant months ever: Kerry Von Erich wins the NWA World title from Ric Flair in the largest show in Texas history, Ric Flair regains the title in Japan, Rick Martel becomes AWA World champion, Vince McMahon Sr di…

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