Best Joshua D Smith Podcasts (2024)

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Travis B. Williams et al., "The Dead Sea Scrolls in Ancient Media Culture" (Brill, 2023) 1:28:14

2h ago1:28:14

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Media studies is an emerging discipline that is quickly making an impact within the wider field of biblical scholarship. The Dead Sea Scrolls in Ancient Media Culture (Brill, 2023) is designed to evaluate the status quaestionis of the Dead Sea Scrolls as products of an ancient media culture, with leading scholars in the Dead Sea Scrolls and related…

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Jihye Lee, "A Jewish Apocalyptic Framework of Eschatology in the Epistle to the Hebrews" (T&T Clark, 2021) 38:26

2h ago38:26

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In contrast to scholarly belief that the author of the Epistle to the Hebrews envisions the transcendent, heavenly world as the eschatological inheritance of God's people, Jihye Lee argues that a version of an Urzeit-Endzeit eschatological framework - as observed in some Jewish apocalyptic texts - provides a plausible background against which the a…

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Episode #128 - "Bon Voyage!" To A Rock Bottom Past: An Interview With Bonnie Hardie 50:47

1d ago50:47

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What we may not know about individuals in our lives can be surprising, especially if they keep deep, dark secrets about aspects that they are struggling with, as they be uncertain about what others may have as a response to certain areas of our lives. How we handle those areas in our lives on the inside does not (& should not) affect what we can be…

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Jeremy Schipper, "Denmark Vesey's Bible: The Thwarted Revolt That Put Slavery and Scripture on Trial" (Princeton UP, 2022) 1:13:48

23h ago1:13:48

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In Denmark Vesey's Bible: The Thwarted Revolt that Put Slavery and Scripture on Trial (Princeton UP, 2022), Dr. Jeremy Schipper tells the story of a free Black man accused of plotting an anti-slavery insurrection in Charleston, South Carolina, in 1822. Vesey was found guilty and hanged along with dozens of others accused of collaborating with him. …

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Episode #127 - The Value Of A Best Friend: An Interview With Melody Taylor 51:08

2d ago51:08

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There is no denying the importance of building relationships with others, especially ones that you can sincerely trust with being able to be there when there are good and bad times. Trusting someone with the utmost importance is key to also becoming the best version of yourself, as you give yourself permission to unlock the hidden potential that yo…

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Episode #126 - Where (You) Can Boldly Go Where No One Has Gone Before 17:29

3d ago17:29

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It is well established from Episode 15 about conquering fear in the realm of the unknown frontier. Today’s episode revisits that fateful episode in review of lost interview footage from James Doohan, who played the character Scotty in Star Trek: The Original Series in a captivating moment discussing his ability to save a woman who turned her life a…

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Episode #125 - Connecting Your Story Into The Broader Purpose of Our Lives: An Interview With Elaine Benfield 45:53

12d ago45:53

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The importance of how we connect our stories is ever-changing, especially with the way our lives, both personally and professionally, can interact with such changes. How we respond to what life throws at us in order to maintain our momentum in creating such stories means that we may need to respond to tough times with positive energy, the willingne…

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Episode #124 - The Value Lying Dormant Inside Of You: An Interview With John Schuchman 50:02

13d ago50:02

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The value that we have inside of ourselves is always at state of wanting to do more and achieve more. While it is always an empowering opportunity for us to create meaningful relationships and connection with this, the real catalysts of these opportunities are when we are left with no choice but to become better than we may have ever imagined. In o…

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Episode #123 - I'm Just Messing Around 17:51

14d ago17:51

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Have you ever had a conversation or situation feel that the other person that is involved with it, whether directly or indirectly, was full of “kidding around”, instead of “I am around”? Did you ever feel isolated as a result, making you feel that they do not take you seriously and damaging important relationships to move forward in the future conv…

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Robert D. Heaton, "The Shepherd of Hermas As Scriptura Non Grata: From Popularity in Early Christianity to Exclusion from the New Testament Canon" (Rowman & Littlefield, 2023) 1:11:22

12d ago1:11:22

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Composed within the first Christian century by a Roman named Hermas, the Shepherd remains a mysterious and underestimated book to scholars and laypeople alike. In The Shepherd of Hermas As Scriptura Non Grata: From Popularity in Early Christianity to Exclusion from the New Testament Canon (Rowman & Littlefield, 2023), Robert D. Heaton argues that e…

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Episode #122 - Finding Your Persistent, Positive Energies: An Interview with Jenn Fredericks 48:02

19d ago48:02

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We have the choice as to whether we live with our pain, or if we consistently push forward to create new opportunities from our pain. However, when it affects not only you, but others around you, it can be so easy to be defeated by the constant amounts of struggle that is associated with it, pulling ourselves into a feeling of unworthiness, along w…

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Episode #121 - The Value Of Your Voice: An Interview With Michael Dugan 57:27

20d ago57:27

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With any new endeavor comes reservations, fears, and uncertainty about the unknown. Finding our ability to persevere and fully embrace our passions, even if there is no model to turn to, can be quite challenging, and requires a level of commitment that takes time to cultivate the passion, the skillsets required to be successful, but more importantl…

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Episode #120 - It Is Time To Pull The Fire Alarm! 17:38

21d ago17:38

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There is a misconception that a coach should be brought on when things go “south”; in other words, when an emergency arrives and there are no other options. While some companies can find someone to hire to assist with their complex problems, what do smaller companies, individuals, and all others do when the going gets tough? This episode explores t…

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Catherine Michael Chin, "Life: The Natural History of an Early Christian Universe" (U California Press, 2024) 1:13:45

19d ago1:13:45

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A vivid and intimate glimpse of ancient life under the sway of cosmic and spiritual forces that the modern world has forgotten. Life: The Natural History of an Early Christian Universe (U California Press, 2024) immerses the reader in the cosmic sea of existences that made up the late ancient Mediterranean world. Loosely structured around events in…

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Joshua Smith 1:10:21

26d ago1:10:21

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By Aaron Murray

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Episode #119 - Meeting Guys (& Gals) Where They Are At (Before Burning Out) - An Interview With Simon Rinne 49:12

26d ago49:12

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The number of different situations that we endure, whether they are physical, mental, social, cultural, or other means, can be taxing. They can consume not only women, but under the radar, men have always been told to not discuss such subjects, even if they are suffering, in fear of being retaliated against as not being strong enough. Today's guest…

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Episode #118 - The Value Of A Great Business Relationship: An Interview With Brittany & Corey Hart 45:31

27d ago45:31

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During the month of June, we are celebrating all of the individuals/businesses that have helped our podcast host become the best version of himself through the variety of mentorship, business partnerships, and overall support that they have provided! Kicking off our very special set of Wednesday episodes is the reinforcement of having not only grea…

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Episode #117 - Why Am I Not Making Any Progress? 18:01

28d ago18:01

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Much difficulty of achieving goals can easily be attributed to making goals way too broad, not realistic, not time bound, not measurable, and even relatable. Using the SMART Method, however, is not the end all, solve all solution that will help you achieve what is necessary. What are you doing to not only hold yourself accountable, but what can you…

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Joshua Paul Smith, "Luke Was Not a Christian: Reading the Third Gospel and Acts Within Judaism" (Brill, 2024) 1:42:48

25d ago1:42:48

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One orthodoxy of critical biblical scholarship on the Third Gospel, attributed by later Christian tradition to a companion of Paul named Luke, holds that its author was not ethnically Jewish but rather a Gentile of some kind, either a proselyte to Judaism, a “Godfearer” once attached to a diasporic synagogue, or perhaps a pagan convert to a form of…

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Thea Gomelauri, "The Lailashi Codex: The Crown of Georgian Jewry" (Taylor Institution Library, 2023) 1:08:03

29d ago1:08:03

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From a remote mountain village in the Caucasian mountains of Georgia came the most surprising discovery since the Dead Sea Scrolls: a rare, beautiful, and valuable Hebrew Bible known as the Lailashi Codex. In ancient tradition, scribal art possesses supernatural powers. The provenance of this Codex is shrouded in mystery. Questions about the author…

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Episode #116 - You Are The Star Of Your Own Story: An Interview With Stephany Ann 48:43

1M ago48:43

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The power of being in relationships, whether personal or professional, is unwavering and has been covered in many different facets on our podcast. However, when the relationship is overly demanding, does not respect you throughout, and it provides no opportunities to keep growing and moving forward, it is time to move on. How do you proceed with en…

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Nathan Lovell, "The Book of Kings and Exilic Identity: 1 and 2 Kings as a Work of Political Historiography" (T&T Clark, 2022) 20:59

1M ago20:59

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Is the purpose of the Book of Kings merely to provide a reason for the exile, or is there a greater message of hope? Tune in as we speak with Nathan Lovell about his monograph, The Book of Kings and Exilic Identity: The Book of Kings and Exilic Identity: 1 and 2 Kings as a Work of Political Historiography (T&T Clark, 2022). Approaching the Book of …

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Episode #115 - The (Untold) Fear of Public Speaking DEBUNKED! 17:44

1M ago17:44

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The messages that we have inside ourselves have unbelievable opportunities to engage, create, and reflect on the variety of information we have to share. Instead of viewing this opportunity to share as fearful, what if we changed the way that your fear can empower others with your amazing, untold information? Tackling various strategies is NOT the …

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Dr. Rick Gamble 53:35

1M ago53:35

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By Aaron Murray

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Episode #114 - Planning For The Jerky & Chocolate Chip Moments Of Our Lives: An Interview With Casey Weiss 48:35

1M ago48:35

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The reason that we all turn to food is to help sustain ourselves. Throughout parts of our day, we turn to this nourishment to help fuel not only our bodies, but our hopes, dreams, and aspirations that we wish to accomplish. When we are relying on gimmicks and yo-yo diet trends, however, to cope with the body image/perception that we are feeling, we…

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Episode #113 - I Have Been Rejected Again! 17:38

1M ago17:38

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Rejection is the worst feeling in the world in many aspects of our lives. Whether you miss a connection with a potential soulmate, or you do not land the job of your dreams, facing rejection can be harsh on not only our mental abilities, but can wreck havoc physically in the short and long term. In today’s episode, we “soften the blow” that rejecti…

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Wally V. Cirafesi, "John Within Judaism: Religion, Ethnicity, and the Shaping of Jesus-Oriented Jewishness in the Fourth Gospel" (Brill, 2021) 21:58

1M ago21:58

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While many have noted the general Jewishness of the Gospel of John, few have given it a seat at the ideologically crowded table of ancient Jewish practice and belief—until now. Join us as we speak with Wally Cirafesi, whose book, John Within Judaism: Religion, Ethnicity, and the Shaping of Jesus-Oriented Jewishness in the Fourth Gospel (Brill, 2021…

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Joe and Aaron 1:00:07

2M ago1:00:07

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By Aaron Murray

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Episode #112 - Decluttering Our Possessions, Physical & Mental, For The Better: An Interview With Erin McNamara 44:13

2M ago44:13

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Working through our distracting thoughts means that we have to deal with the distractions that we have in the physical sense. The ability for us to overcome these physical manifestations may be some of the many reasons why taking care of our physical belongings (or our possessions) can be challenging in many different ways. Taking control of your p…

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Episode #111 - Being Able To Evolve 17:54

2M ago17:54

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Today's episode is not about being able to grow with the changing times. Strategies in order for you to grow regardless of what is shifting and providing a constant state change in your life will make any individual or business more prepared for what’s ahead. How do we exactly do that? What are some of the areas in which we can create meaningful st…

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Siân E. Grønlie, "The Old Testament in Medieval Icelandic Texts: Translation, Exegesis and Storytelling" (Boydell & Brewer, 2024) 46:37

2M ago46:37

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The historical narratives of the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible have much in common with Icelandic saga literature: both are invested in origins and genealogy, place-names, family history, sibling rivalry, conflict and its resolution. Yet the comparison between these two literatures is rarely made, and biblical translations in Old Norse-Icelandic have …

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Episode #110 - Embracing Our Trauma At Any Stage Of Life: An Interview With Harris Eddie Hill 46:51

2M ago46:51

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The ability for us to overcome our traumas can be a significant gateway for us to achieve the best versions of ourselves. It helps to unlock, at its core, what may be struggles that hold us back and help us to understand key points of our strength. How can accomplish so much, while at the same time, addressing what some of those differences are whe…

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Bonus Episode #2 - You Always Have A Chance-Seize It! 27:01

2M ago27:01

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Stop worrying, start living! The negative beliefs in yourself that you are uncertain about should not be in question. This very special bonus episode exemplifies the power that going the distance, regardless of the "no" statements that you have received, is important when so many believing in you and do not even know after attending the District 38…

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Jason F. Moraff, "Reading the Way, Paul, and 'the Jews' in Acts Within Judaism" (Bloomsbury, 2023) 27:18

2M ago27:18

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The book of Acts is often misunderstood as reflecting anti-Judaism or promoting supersessionism. Jason Moraff, however, argues that Acts binds the Way, Paul, and the Jewish people together in a shared identity. Taking a historically situated approach, Moraff frames Acts' portrayal of the early church and Paul in relation to the Jewish people as par…

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Episode #109 - How To Run A Business (In Any Type Of Climate!) 18:13

2M ago18:13

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There are a variety of different strategies that you can employ to have a competitive edge over the competition. Whether you consider it for personal or professional gain, there are a number of strategies that can help to get a short term gain. Are a series of short term gains really a good strategy, particularly if you are planning for your future…

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Episode #108 - Igniting The Rebel Version Of Ourselves: An Interview With Bridgit Norris 44:20

2M ago44:20

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Being able to work with someone that will help you to reach your goals, regardless of whether it is a coach or not, means taking on the challenges that are associated with it. One such challenge a typical person is bound to face is facing the truth, especially when it may not be what you wish to hear. Finding the truth in not only the things that w…

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Episode #107 - Are You Really My Competition, Doing The Same Thing? 18:00

2M ago18:00

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This podcast has enjoyed the company of many various individuals, business owners, everyone in between. However, have you ever felt slighted, or disheartened, by the sheer amount of success and not sure how to best navigate in the same footsteps as my guests? This episode focuses on not following other’s success, but paving the way towards YOUR OWN…

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Markus Vinzent, "Resetting the Origins of Christianity: A New Theory of Sources and Beginnings" (Cambridge UP, 2022) 43:01

2M ago43:01

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How do we know what we know about the origins of the Christian religion? Neither its founder, nor the Apostles, nor Paul left any written accounts of their movement. The witnesses' testimonies were transmitted via successive generations of copyists and historians, with the oldest surviving fragments dating to the second and third centuries - that i…

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