Best John Weems Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 418 The Adept Church ft. Rev. Dr. F. Douglas Powe Jr. 35:17

2M ago35:17

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Join us as we talk with Dr. Lovett H. Weems Jr., distinguished professor of church leadership and senior consultant at the Lewis Center for Church Leadership. Dr. Weems discusses his book "Sustaining While Disrupting" and the necessity of balancing tradition with innovation in congregational health.Introduction and Dr. Lovett Weems's BackgroundKey …

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Ep. 416 Countercultural Ministry ft. Rev. Dr. Gil Rendle 38:58

2M ago38:58

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In this episode, we are joined by Rev. Dr. Gil Rendle, a seasoned consultant and author, to discuss his latest book, "Countercultural: Subversive Resistance and the Neighborhood Congregation." Dr. Rendle shares his perspective on how congregations can resist cultural conformity and embrace their unique calling in today's society.Introduction and Dr…

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Ep. 417 Sustaining While Disrupting ft. Rev. Dr. Lovett Weems 33:05

2M ago33:05

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Join us as we talk with Dr. Lovett H. Weems Jr., distinguished professor of church leadership and senior consultant at the Lewis Center for Church Leadership. Dr. Weems discusses his book "Sustaining While Disrupting" and the necessity of balancing tradition with innovation in congregational health.Resources:Purchase "Sustaining While Disrupting" b…

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Ep. 415 The Call to Be Yourself ft. Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson 31:48

2M ago31:48

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Welcome to Episode 415 of the Uncovered Dish Podcast! Today, we are thrilled to have Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson, the General Minister and President of the United Church of Christ (UCC), join us. Rev. Dr. Thompson is a trailblazer in church leadership and social justice advocacy, and she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our conver…

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Ep. 414 Dynamic Discernment in Leadership ft. Dr. Sarah B. Drummond 35:04

10M ago35:04

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Join us for another enlightening episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast! Our guest, Dr. Sarah B. Drummond, Founding Dean of Andover Newton Seminary at Yale Divinity School, shares invaluable insights into the dynamic nature of change in ministry leadership. We explore the significance of clarity, evaluation systems, and dynamic …

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Ep. 413 Healthy Systems of Pastoral Counseling ft. Rev. Dr. John Huh 33:52

11M ago33:52

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Our guest this week is Rev. Dr. John Huh, who serves as the Bryant M. Kirkland Dean of the Chapel and Vice President for Student Life at Princeton Theological Seminary. Dr. Huh id not only a trained counselor but also an experienced church planter and a pastor at heart, committed to guiding and supporting individuals and communities through life's …

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Ep. 412 So You Want a Simplified Leadership Board ft. Dr. Lillie Edwards 46:32

12M ago46:32

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In this enlightening episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Lillie Edwards, the Leadership Board Chair of The Mark (St. Mark's United Methodist Church) in Montclair, NJ. The Mark recently embarked on a transformational journey, transitioning from a traditional committee structure to a simplified and account…

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Ep. 411 The Diaconate Call & Bivocational Ministry ft. Darryl Stephens 34:24

1y ago34:24

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In the latest episode of the Uncovered Dish Podcast, we welcome Dr. Darryl W. Stephens—a foremost voice on the Call to the Diaconate and bivocational ministry within the United Methodist Church. As the UMC faces a time of transformation and redefinition, Dr. Stephens delves into the unique and pivotal role of UMC Deacons, emphasizing their bridge-b…

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Ep. 409 Finding Sanctuary After Spiritual Trauma ft. Andrew Ryoo 37:55

1y ago37:55

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In the wake of COVID-19, we witnessed a significant rise in pastors stepping away from their roles, with many retiring early or leaving ministry altogether. In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Podcast, we explore this phenomenon with Andrew Ryoo, a former pastor who navigated profound challenges within the church community and eventually left the…

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Ep. 410 From Pulpit to Playground: [Re]discovering Joy in Ministry ft. Lydia Sohn 32:58

1y ago32:58

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In this fresh episode of the Uncovered Dish Podcast, we're joined by Rev. Lydia Sohn—renowned Korean American minister and writer gearing up to inspire at the IGNITE Conference. As churches navigate the post-COVID world and the waves of the "Great Pastor Resignation," Rev. Sohn unpacks the immense responsibilities church leaders face, our shared cr…

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Ep. 408 Ministry Partnerships, Being the "First," and the Big Picture ft. Nicole Caldwell-Gros 36:41

1y ago36:41

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In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross, the first woman and person of color to lead as Senior Pastor at Noblesville First United Methodist Church, a 1000+ congregation in Indiana. We navigate the joys and complexities of being in a ministry partnership with her spouse, her tho…

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Ep. 407 Safe, Secure, Sacred: A Conversation on Safe Sanctuaries ft. Gabrielle Corbett 38:46

1+ y ago38:46

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In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Rev. Gabrielle Corbett, the Safe Sanctuaries Coordinator for the United Methodists of Greater New Jersey. Rev. Corbett shares her insights on the importance of creating safe spaces for children, youth, and vulnerable adults in our churches. We discuss how to implem…

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Ep. 406 Musings on Purpose ft. Kate Monahan 33:58

1+ y ago33:58

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In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Rev. Kate Monahan, Resource Director of the United Methodists of Greater New Jersey, to discuss finding purpose and calling in life. Kate shares insights from the book "You on Purpose" by Dr. Stephanie Shackelford and how it can help individuals create the life the…

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Ep. 405 Normalizing Next ft. Olu Brown 31:33

1+ y ago31:33

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In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the dynamic and inspiring Rev. Olu Brown, the previous founding and lead pastor of Impact Church in Atlanta, Georgia and current coach, consultant, and church growth expert. We discussed a wide range of topics, including leading a church thr…

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E.404 So Let's Talk About Anti-Racism ft. Enger Muteteke 40:23

1+ y ago40:23

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It's hard to talk about race in the church. In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Rev. Enger Muteteke, the Senior Director of Programs and Education at the United Methodist General Commission on Religion and Race (GCORR), to discuss anti-racism in the Christian church. We explore the ways in which raci…

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Ep. 403 Rest as Resistance ft. Dr. Nate Stucky 22:10

1+ y ago22:10

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In this episode, we dive deep into the importance of Sabbath rest for clergy mental health. More than 44% of pastors report that their jobs are numbing and draining, and at a recent GNJ clergy gathering, 90% of the pastors rated their stress level between 8 and 10. This conversation with Dr. Nate Stucky, Director of the Farminary and Assistant Prof…

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Ep. 402 ChatGPT & AI Part 2: Making the Most of Your AI Seminary Intern ft. Kenny Jahng 42:18

1+ y ago42:18

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WELCOME TO SEASON 4 OF THE UNCOVERED DISH CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP PODCAST!In episode 2 of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we're continuing our deep dive into the world of AI and its potential impact on the world of ministry. Join us as we speak with communications expert Kenny Jahng from kennyjahng.com to discuss the innovative ways o…

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Ep. 401 ChatGPT & AI Part 1: An Ethical Framework for using AI in Ministry ft. Dr. Kate Ott 34:55

1+ y ago34:55

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WELCOME TO SEASON 4 OF THE UNCOVERED DISH CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP PODCAST!In our first episode, we're joined by Dr. Kate Ott, ethicist at Garrett Theological Seminary, to explore the ethical implications of integrating AI tools like ChatGPT into ministry and nonprofit work. Join us as we dive deep into the intersection of faith and technology. Be sure…

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Civilian Carry Radio 170 – Show topic NoVa Police Training W Loudoun Co. Sheriff Mike Chapman, Leesburg PD Kevin Zodrow, Brett Harnish and Lee Weems 1:30:33

4y ago1:30:33

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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…

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Civilian Carry Radio 169 – John Murphy US Marine VET and owner of FPF Training 1:24:46

4y ago1:24:46

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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…

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Civilian Carry Radio 167 – Veteran’s Day Special w Jon C., Chuck P. and Jon D. 1:43:29

4y ago1:43:29

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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…

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Civilian Carry Radio 166 – Byron Rodgers US Marine Vet owner of Bravo Research Group 1:25:03

4y ago1:25:03

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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…

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Civilian Carry Radio 165 – Beth Alcazar, Firearms Instructor, Author, associate editor of Concealed Carry Magazine and creator of Peacemakers and Pacifiers 1:34:33

4y ago1:34:33

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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…

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Civilian Carry Radio 164th – Ben and Rachel of Onsight Firearms Training 1:37:52

4y ago1:37:52

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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…

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Civilian Carry Radio 163 – Dianna Muller – DC Project founder, Retired LEO, Professional Competitive 3-gun shooter 1:38:08

4y ago1:38:08

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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…

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Civilian Carry Radio 162 – Greg Ellifritz, RET LEO 25 years and Active Response Training’s President and Primary Instructor 1:24:16

4y ago1:24:16

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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…

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Civilian Carry Radio 161 – CCR presents a 6-Part Series “Flirting with Disaster” PT 4 – Just Leave Him 1:27:29

4y ago1:27:29

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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…

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Helen Russell, Co-Founder & CEO, Equator Coffees 29:44

5+ y ago29:44

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By John Weems

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Dr. Frank Artress & Susan Gustafson: Near death to transforming lives in Tanzania 42:22

5+ y ago42:22

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Dr. Frank Artress described himself as a, "He who has the most toys wins" guy focused on material accumlation. He and Susan Gustafson had meaningful jobs in medicine and education, but their lives forever changed when Frank faced a high likelihood of death as the duo climbed Kilimanjaro for their respective 50th and 40th birthdays. Their story that…

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Ikram Mansori, from Army's 82nd Airborne Division to Founder and CEO, Curah 29:25

5+ y ago29:25

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Curah CEO Ikram Mansori is on a mission to revolutionize the care industry with a marketplace for on-demand beauty services that are more affordable, convenient and accessible. The hard lessons she learned while deployed through the Army's 82nd Airborne Division prepared her to face life's greatest adversities. She speaks more than 5 languages, wor…

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Ron Miller, Lessons Learned through Four Exits (and Counting) 55:14

5+ y ago55:14

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Ron Miller has exited four companies and currently serves as Chair of his fifth, StartEngine. He wants to empower entrepreneurs and investors through his learnings in business and life, including surviving cancer. In his own LinkedIn post, the self described "mistake guy" writes: "They say failure is the path to success and in my 40+ years of CEO’i…

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Ennie Lim, CEO of HoneyBee 16:10

5+ y ago16:10

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A divorce and financial challenges forced HoneyBee CEO Ennie Lim to move back in with her parents. She rose from adversity to co-found HoneyBee with college friend Benny Yiu to help ensure that the 70% of Americans living paycheck-to-paycheck wouldn’t have to turn to predatory lenders.By John Weems

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Harry Plant of Aeris, Using IoT (Internet of Things) for Good 37:43

5+ y ago37:43

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Harry Plant has placed himself in the right place at the right time multiple times. From a run at legendary Silicon Valley law firm Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati as the Internet was coming of age, to working as investment banker, he learned about business success from multiple vantage points. After taking some time to help raise his children, Ha…

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Stevon Cook, CEO of MissionBit and President, SF Board of Education 46:09

5+ y ago46:09

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Stevon Cook talks about the influence of his grandmother when his parents were unable to care for him as a child, connecting bridges out of poverty through coding education, and his sense of call to build things to empower others. From stevoncook.com: Stevon Cook is a third generation San Franciscan and graduate of public schools. He attended Willi…

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Michael Gilroy, From Aspiring Professional Athlete to VC at Canaan Partners 27:54

5+ y ago27:54

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Michael Gilroy grew up dreaming of becoming a professional athlete, then a hedge fund manager, and finally a venture capitalist. He achieved his goal of becoming a Partner at Canaan, a prominent VC in San Francisco. Michael shares how a couple of traumatic experiences shaped his priorities, what he looks for in the companies he funds, and how he wo…

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Faith and Technology with Alana Ackerson, Co-Founder of Figure 34:45

5+ y ago34:45

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Alana Ackerson has spent a significant portion of her life wrestling with questions of financial inclusion, the implications of technology in extending human life span, and building companies including SoFi and currently Figure.By John Weems

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Episode 34: Replenishing Youth Ministry ft. Rev. Aqueelah Ligonde, Eric Drew and James Lee 27:24

5+ y ago27:24

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REGISTER FOR "IGNITE YOUTH LEADERS DAY" AT: https://www.ignitenj.org Working in youth ministry is no easy task—it requires sacrifice, a continual outpouring of one’s self, continued prayer and study, and so much more. Rev. Aqueelah Ligonde, Transitional Pastor at Far Rockaway Presbyterian Church, joins Eric Drew and James Lee on the Uncovered Dish …

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El Capitan Speed Climbing Legend Hans Florine 42:16

5+ y ago42:16

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Skilled climbers typically take 72-plus hours to ascend Yosemite's 2,900 foot El Capitan. Hans Florine has shaved nearly 70 hours from that time and has climbed the monolith well over 150 times. Hans shares wisdom on the spirituality of climbing, "eating the frog," and following passion in life. Less than six months after breaking both legs in a fa…

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Empowering freelancers with Johnny Reinsch, Co-Founder and CEO of Qwil 30:27

6y ago30:27

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From skate punk and forklift operator to "recovering" M&A attorney, Johnny Reinsch has already lived a fascinating life. Those adventures--and the time he almost failed to pay his mortgage--prepared him to co-found Qwil. Qwil works to empower freelancers with the financial services they need to thrive.…

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Re-imagining impact financing with NPX Co-CEOs Lindsay Beck & Catarina Schwab 57:26

6y ago57:26

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When they see a need in the world, they take action. Lindsay Beck survived cancer and founded a non-profit to help others with similar needs. Catarina Schwab has thrived through six careers (so far) from investment banking to a retail startup. The two have combined forces to form NPX Advisors, a for-profit organization tackling major inefficiencies…

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VCs transforming prisons with Beverly Parenti, Chris Redlitz and Kenyatta Leal 59:50

6y ago59:50

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Beverly Parenti and Chris Redlitz had already achieved plenty of success when they first entered San Quentin State Prison just north of San Francisco. Though they were not looking for a new venture, they ended up crossing paths with inmates including Kenyatta Leal, then serving a life sentence. They ended up founding The Last Mile, preparing incarc…

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From Shark Tank to Spiritual Focus with Enlisted Design's Beau Oyler 38:23

6y ago38:23

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Beau Oyler is a designer and business owner who lives with a deep spiritual focus. He has designed products you can find at Williams Sonoma, Target, Apple, The Container Store and many more. He and his business partner swam and thrived on Shark Tank. Beau--who has served as a bishop in the Mormon Church--talks about how his faith drives his growth …

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From Refugee Camp to Silicon Valley & Facebook with Tina Tran 28:43

6y ago28:43

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Tina Tran has literally been captured by pirates, survived a refugee camp and made world-changing contributions through her work in Silicon Valley with Oculus at Facebook. As if that weren't enough, she is a mom and Presidential Leadership Scholar. Tina shares how her spirituality helps her stay centered through it all.…

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Financial Technology Godfather Ron Suber 34:06

6y ago34:06

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Ron Suber has experienced the exits about which every entrepreneur dreams. He has a healthy perspective about enough and doesn't have to work. Rather than ride off into the sunset in retirement, Ron travels the world in Rewirement and stays active in 20-plus companies. In talking about the Golden Age of FinTech as a way to empower more people aroun…

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From LinkedIn to Zen with Yingzhao Liu 44:34

6+ y ago44:34

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Many of us struggle to find work-life balance. LinkedIn's Yingzhao Liu suggests instead focusing on work-life INTEGRATION. She shares her experiences from a young immigrant from China to a User Experience Design Director at LinkedIn. She leads LinkedIn’s user experience for international markets, focusing on the emerging markets of China and India.…

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Golden State Warriors GM Bob Myers, Part II of II 32:27

6+ y ago32:27

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“It is amazing how much can be accomplished if no one cares who gets the credit.” Bob Myers strives to live by these words from legendary UCLA coach John Wooden. In the second part of our conversation, Bob talks about the inclusivity of Stephen Curry and the mindset of the Warriors organization. He shares about the impact his work at San Quentin pr…

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Golden State Warriors GM Bob Myers, Part I of II 32:31

6+ y ago32:31

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What is true success? Golden State Warriors President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Bob Myers has helped build one of the greatest teams in the history of the National Basketball Association. He shares how his faith and family help keep him centered. From the highs of championships, to the devastating low of losing his brother-in-law…

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Ep. 33 Desegregating NJ Schools ft. Justice Gary Stein & Bishop John Schol 31:03

6+ y ago31:03

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Although New Jersey is an extremely diverse state, segregation by race, ethnicity, and class in New Jersey’s public schools is among the worst in the United States. At the upcoming Greater New Jersey Annual Conference, legislation will go before the voting body asking whether we as United Methodists want to sign on a lawsuit, produced by The Coalit…

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Ep. 32 Throw the Book (of Discipline) At 'Em ft. Steven Bechtold and David Wehrle 29:40

6+ y ago29:40

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We live in a country where we've declared 'separation of church and state,' or separation of religion and politics. Yet we as United Methodists have a tool, the "Book of Discipline," which tells us how to be systematically as United Methodists, but also provides suggestions on how to act socio-politically. How are we as United Methodists to use thi…

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Ep. 31 So You Wanna Do a Podcast? Pt. 2 ft. Paul Barnett & Gabrielle Martone 28:33

6+ y ago28:33

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WATCH PART 1 FIRST! I sat down with two fellow millennials-in-ministry, also podcast buffs, to break down the medium of podcasting. Part 1 will cover the basic question of 'what is podcasting,' and then start to dive into the question of 'how do you make a podcast?' Part 2 will finish up the HOW and go into 'why make a podcast?' So across the two e…

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