Best Kirk Berry Podcasts (2024)

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S4 E34: Martial Arts and Mentorship: Building Resilience in Today's Youth 26:22

10d ago26:22

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In this episode, we welcome three amazing guests from the Noble House Fairview Dojo in Camden, New Jersey. These women share their expertise in teaching self-defense and empowering young people through martial arts. They discuss the importance of teaching children how to react in various social situations, the transformative power of self-defense t…

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TWiRT 701 - Now is the Time to Plan with Tim Berry

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Tim Berry is already thinking about this fall’s sports broadcasts on the Vol Network. WIth over 60 radio affiliates and many thousands of listeners depending on high quality, live play-by-play, it’s Tim’s responsibility to make sure these broadcasts get from the stadiums and arenas to the Vol Network headquarters and beyond. Effective planning is e…

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TWiRT 700 - High Tech Home Studio with Marc Haycook

6d ago

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Marc Haycook is a problem solver! He needed to add a VO studio to his home, but new construction or expansion isn’t allowed there. He needed a studio that could be moved around for access and maintenance, but not on wheels. He needed access to phones, Internet, electricity, but had to keep neighborhood and household noise out - completely out. And …

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TWiRT 699 - My 40 kW Transmitter Shuffle with Mike Kernen

13d ago

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Before his new Nautel GV40 FM transmitter arrived, Mike knew there was a major problem to solve. Big transmitters. Small room. No space for the old transmitter to get out of its own way. Then Mike had an idea. Crazy idea? Many ideas are - at first. Let’s follow along with Mike Kernen, Market Chief Engineer at Crawford Broadcasting Detroit, and find…

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TWiRT 697 - Swapping Old Tech for New with Matt Levin

27d ago

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Audio over IP (AoIP) has been used in broadcast facilities for about 20 years now. A few broadcast facilities have swapped one brand or standard of AoIP equipment for another during that period. Some broadcasters have swapped equipment twice! Whether the reasons for changing equipment are technical, political, old age, or support issues, we’d like …

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TWiRT 696 - I'm a Builder Engineer with Dan Case

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Dan Case just retired from full-time broadcast engineering - and some key projects are fresh on his mind. Dan started his radio career in Erie, Pennsylvania, and quickly moved up with more responsibility and some engineering management. Dan believes in fixing audio problems right at their source and never trying to fix bad audio with more audio pro…

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CD 45 - Andrew Petiprin On Popcorn With the Pope 1:06:46

1M ago1:06:46

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Andrew Petiprin is co-author of a new book from Word on Fire called Popcorn With the Pope, which examines all the movies on the 1995 Vatican movie list. Did you know there was a 1995 Vatican movie list? Me, either! Andrew is a former fellow at Word on Fire, a co-founder of the Spe Salvi Institute, and host of the Ignatius Press podcast. Andrew and …

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TWiRT 695 - Big Tech for Smaller Markets with Dave Radigan

1M ago

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Boasting 17 signals in 4 radio markets - in New York and Pennsylvania - Radigan Media represents the kind of local radio that’s not only serving its local communities, but doing so with newer technologies. Dave Radigan wears many hats in his growing network of stations, including Chief Engineer. He’s implemented Audio over IP (linear Livewire) betw…

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TWiRT 694 - CHR Radio Engineering in Santo Domingo with Rafael Recio

2M ago

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Many radio engineers love to visit other radio stations. We get ideas to perhaps implement in our own stations. Or sometimes we may get a sense of satisfaction thinking that we’ve done a superlative job in our own facilities - compared to others. Today we’re honored to visit the studios of 100.1 FM in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. OMG! What a …

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TWiRT 693 - I Like to Move It, Move It with Chris Tarr

2M ago

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Chris Tarr just finished a long-anticipated FM transmitter move. Big implications attended this move all the way across a metro area. The new site needed a directional FM antenna, and they decided that a new transmitter made more sense than moving the old one. Chris covers a lot of ground when contemplating any transmitter site move. Kirk Harnack t…

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CD 44 - Joel Miller on Books & Reading 1:02:39

2M ago1:02:39

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Joel Miller of Miller’s Book Review Substack reads and reviews a prodigious number of books for this regular Substack. Joel formerly served as vice president of acquisitions for Thomas Nelson Publishers. Joel and I discuss how to find time to read, how to choose what to read, and whether we should get rid of books. And if you’re wondering if you sh…

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TWiRT 692 - Live from NAB 2024

2M ago

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What’s happening at NAB 2024 in Las Vegas? No way can anyone bring you ALL of the highlights, but we’re bringing seven outstanding engineers and corporate leaders to you on this episode of TWiRT! Our broadcast studio is the Bionic Table at Broadcast Bionics in the Central Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. Thanks to Broadcast Bionics for the …

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CD 43 - Holly Ordway on Tolkien's Faith 1:02:26

4M ago1:02:26

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It is another year and that must mean another appearance by my guest Holly Ordway. Holly and I discuss her most recent book, Tolkien’s Faith: A Spiritual Biography from Word on Fire. Holly and I discuss the impact of St. John Henry Newman’s Oratory on J.R.R. Tolkien, his struggles with faith after the war, and just how consciously did Tolkien seek …

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Bookish Questions - Alan Noble 13:04

5M ago13:04

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Alan Noble is associate professor of English at Oklahoma Baptist University. He is the author most recently of the book On Getting Out of Bed. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. Cultural Debris on YouTube Cultural Debris Excursions - Travel With Us! Cultural Debris Patreon - Support the podcast! Cultural Debris Twi…

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Bookish Questions - Allen Mendenhall 10:48

6M ago10:48

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Allen Mendenhall is Associate Dean and Grady Rosier Professor in the Sorrell College of Business at Troy University. He is the author of the novel A Glooming Peace This Morning from Livington Press. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. Cultural Debris on YouTube Cultural Debris Excursions - Travel With Us! Cultural D…

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S3 E33: Hopeworks: Propelling Young Adults into Living Wage Careers 26:15

7M ago26:15

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This episode features an interview with Dan Rhoton, CEO of Hopeworks in Camden, New Jersey, an organization that provides technology training, professional development, and real-world work experience to prepare unemployed young adults for living-wage jobs. Dan discusses Hopeworks' unique trauma-informed approach that not only teaches in-demand tech…

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S3 E32: Sparking Change from Within: A Community Center Leader’s Journey 34:08

7M ago34:08

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This episode features an interview with Charmaine Bazemore, the Executive Director of the George Washington Carver Community Center in Norristown, PA. Charmaine discusses her vision for the Carver Center, including bringing back the Kid's Cafe program, providing a safe space for local youth, and expanding literacy and learning opportunities. She al…

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Bookish Questions - Gary Gregg 15:00

8M ago15:00

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Gary Gregg, Director of the McConnell Center at the University of Louisville, discusses the new 100th anniversary edition of The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran and why we should read it. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. Cultural Debris on YouTube Cultural Debris Excursions - Travel With Us! Cultural Debris Patreon - Su…

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CD 42 - Feasting With Caitlin Smith Gilson 1:49:59

9M ago1:49:59

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Caitlin Smith Gilson is a philosopher, theologian, poet, and novelist. I originally contacted her to invite her to come on the podcast to discuss the story and movie “Babette’s Feast.” As time went on that topic expanded to a discussion of her book As It Is In Heaven as well as her poetry. We also have a bonus guest, her friend and collaborator, th…

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S3 E31: Urban Zen: Empowering Youth Through Yoga 33:38

9M ago33:38

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This episode focuses on the profound impact of yoga on urban youth and how it can be a transformative tool for educators, mentors, and youth workers. Tune in to a conversation with Dennis Davis aka "Yogi Den", as he shares his journey from personal trauma to healing through yoga. As a certified yoga instructor and youth advocate, Yogi Den provides …

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S3 E30: Empowering Youth Through Social Emotional Learning 33:08

10M ago33:08

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This episode features a conversation with Dave Beal, CEO of Brain Power Wellness, to discuss social-emotional learning and holistic wellness strategies for students, teachers, and families. Dave shares practical tips and activities from the Brain Power Classroom book to promote positive mental health and development in the classroom. They discuss e…

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CD 41 - Laird Mackintosh: The Last Phantom 1:20:34

10M ago1:20:34

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Laird Mackintosh is a longtime Broadway actor who had the opportunity and privilege to play the Phantom himself in the final performances of the Phantom of the Opera. The Phantom closed in April after 35 years on Broadway and was Broadway’s longest running show. Laird discusses playing the Phantom, his long association with the show, and the unpred…

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S3 E29: Knowledge is Power: Empowering Girls to Learn about Auto Care 25:52

11M ago25:52

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Kris Breslin, Master Technician at Team Toyota of Glen Mills, joins the program to discuss her career journey and what it is like to be a woman working as an automotive technician. Kris also provides an overview of the work she did with the KB Foundation's overnight girls mentoring camp, and why it is important for girls and young women to be famil…

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CD 40 - Dale Ahlquist on G.K. Chesterton 1:00:57

1y ago1:00:57

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My guest is Dale Ahlquist who has made the study and promotion of the works and ideas of G.K. Chesterton his life’s work. We preview the upcoming Chesterton Society Conference, the growth of the Chesterton School network, as well as the status of the campaign to have G.K. Chesterton officially declared a saint. Plus, Dale’s thoughts on traveling to…

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S3 E28: Shoot Cameras Not Guns: Empowering Youth Through Photography 31:12

1y ago31:12

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Vernon Ray Jr., Owner of Creative Mind Productions, joins the program to discuss his own journey of developing a passion for photography and the campaign that he created to combat gun violence. Vernon shares how his campaign is helping give youth a different creative option to pursue and helps youth feel heard and supported. Vernon also shares tips…

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CD 39 - Ferenc Horcher On Roger Scruton 1:10:54

1y ago1:10:54

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Ferenc Hörcher comes to us from Budapest where he is a professor of political science and philosophy. He is the author most recently of Art and Politics in Roger Scruton’s Conservative Philosophy from Palgrave Macmillan. He is a leading scholar on the writings and thought of Roger Scruton and traditional conservatism. Ferenc and I discuss Roger Scr…

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CD 38 - John Herreid & Contemporary Catholic Art 1:03:34

1y ago1:03:34

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John Herreid is editor of a new art compilation from Ignatius Press titled The Catholic Home Gallery: Eighteen Works of Art by Contemporary Catholic Artists. We discuss the dying world of good used bookstores, what makes authentic art, and how to DIY your way to beautiful art on your own walls. Cultural Debris Patreon - Support the podcast! Alan Co…

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S3 E27: Black Girls Love Math: Encouraging Black Girls to Develop a Positive Math Identity 30:50

1y ago30:50

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Atiyah Harmon, Founder of Black Girls Love Math (BGLM), joins the program to discuss the work that her organization does to cultivate a positive math identity for Black girls. BGLM uses a research-based approach to create a fun, encouraging, and culturally conscious space for Black girls to explore and discover math.…

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CD 37 - Eduard Habsburg & The Habsburg Way 54:51

1y ago54:51

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My guest is His Imperial and Royal Highness, His Excellency Eduard Habsburg. He is Archduke of Austria and Ambassador of Hungary to The Holy See and the Sovereign Order of Malta. He is also a member of perhaps Europe’s most famous family. Plus, he is the author of a new book from Sophia Institute Press titled The Habsburg Way: Seven Rules For Turbu…

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CD 36 - Kathryn Wehr On Dorothy Sayers and ’The Man Born to Be King’ 1:08:40

1y ago1:08:40

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Kathryn Wehr is editor of the new Wade Annotated Edition of The Man Born to be King by Dorothy L. Sayers, which is published by IVP. We discuss Sayers’s challenges in realizing her vision for the work, the secretary who tried to change it, and Sayers’s trinitarian understanding of the creative process as well as her friendship with C.S. Lewis. Plus…

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CD 35 - Eric Twardzik & American Ivy Style 1:06:19

1+ y ago1:06:19

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Eric Twardzik is a regular in such publications as the Robb Report, WM Brown, and Drake’s online. His focus is men’s clothing and the drinks scene. We discuss classic American Ivy Style, its expressions in such places as Italy and Japan, Eric’s visit to Kentucky, and the rise of the white Negroni. Plus, Eric discusses a sheep to suit tailoring proj…

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S3 E26: Preparing Youth for the Workforce 37:51

1+ y ago37:51

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Joy Jamerson, Program Manager-Outreach, H-CAP (Healthcare Career Advancement Program, joins the program to discuss her career journey of supporting youth in various roles. Joy shares her thoughts about how to engage youth and how to talk to youth in a way that compels them. She also reveals tips for employers who want to recruit and retain youth, a…

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CD 34 - Holly Ordway & Sharing the Gospel Through Literature 1:10:33

1+ y ago1:10:33

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Holly Ordway is the first returning guest on Cultural Debris. Holly and I discuss her most recent book Tales of Faith: A Guide to Sharing the Gospel Through Literature. Holly and I discuss the value of literature, receiving vs using stories, why reading fiction can be a dangerous act, and why so much modern Christian art is so bad. Plus, we get a p…

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S2 E25: 914United: Educating and Empowering Youth and the Formerly Incarcerated 32:32

1+ y ago32:32

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Jonathan Alvarez, Founder of 914United Inc., joins the program to provide an overview of the mission and vision of his organization. Discover how 914United emerged in 2020 to serve at the forefront of advocating for the youth and the formerly incarcerated residing within the Lower Hudson Valley.

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CD 33 - Kevin Gutzman on The Jeffersonians 1:01:31

1+ y ago1:01:31

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Kevin Gutzman is Professor of History at Western Connecticut State University. He has published half a dozen books on Jefferson, Madison, and the Constitution. His latest book is The Jeffersonians. Cultural Debris Patreon - Support the podcast! Cultural Debris logo by Rachael Sinclair Twitter | Instagram The Jeffersonians, by Kevin Gutzman Kevin Gu…

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CD 32 - Raj Bhakta & (Very) Old Armagnac 1:29:54

1+ y ago1:29:54

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My guest is Raj Bhakta. Raj is a true practitioner of the art of cultural debris. From founding one of the first premium whiskey brands, Whistle Pig—based out of Vermont, of all places—to buying an actual college at auction, Raj is not one to limit himself. We talk about all of those things, but especially Raj and I discuss the oldest known spirit,…

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CD 31 - Os Guinness & The Great Quest 1:05:39

1+ y ago1:05:39

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My guest is Os Guinness, long a resident of the Washington, D.C. area, Guinness was born in China and educated at Oxford. He is a prolific author, most recently of The Great Quest and Zero Hour America, both from IVP. In our conversation we discuss the cultural crisis in America and if a turnaround is even possible. Os also discusses his childhood …

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S2 E24: Philadelphia Gaming Initiative: Helping Youth Learn Critical Thinking Skills 26:40

1+ y ago26:40

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Mike Brown from the Philadelphia Gaming Initiative joins the program to reveal how the organization is using gaming as a way to engage youth and keep them out of harm's way. Mike also shares how the Philadelphia Gaming Initiative uses gaming as a hook to bring young people into their space, and the other life skills instruction that is available to…

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S2 E23: Make the Distinction: Empowering Teen Girls Personally and Professionally 37:14

1+ y ago37:14

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Alexandra Ingram, MSW, joins the program to discuss her organization, Make the Distinction. Alexandra shares the work that her organization is doing to prepare black girls between the ages of 13-18 for the adult world by fostering confidence and self-esteem, connecting girls with Black women as mentors in a professional field, and providing persona…

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CD 30 - Annette Kirk: From Long Island to Mecosta 1:00:14

1+ y ago1:00:14

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Annette Kirk was kind enough to sit down with me to talk on a recent visit to Piety Hill in Mecosta, Michigan in the brick Italianate home that she and Russell Kirk built a half century ago. Annette talks about growing up on Long Island, her activist mother, being present in the early days of the conservative movement at William F. Buckley’s home, …

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CD 29 - Luke Sheahan on The University Bookman and Academic Freedom 1:16:15

1+ y ago1:16:15

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Luke Sheahan of Duquesne University and the newly appointed editor of The University Bookman, a book review journal founded by Russell Kirk and edited by him until his death. Dr. Sheahan steps into the role left vacant by the passing of the great Gerald Russello, someone we all greatly miss. Dr. Sheahan and I discuss his plans for the Bookman, the …

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CD 28 - Jason M. Baxter & The Medieval Mind of C.S. Lewis 1:19:33

2y ago1:19:33

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Jason M. Baxter is a professor at the University of Notre Dame and has a new book from InterVarsity Press titled The Medieval Mind of C.S. Lewis. Dr. Baxter and I discuss the C.S. Lewis few ever talk about, the dangers of presentism, and how the medievals aren’t at all like the common stereotypes. Plus, for the second podcast in a row football come…

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S2 E22: Teaching Youth to Manage Money- The 5 Stacks Method 26:57

2y ago26:57

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In this episode you'll hear from Ramat Oyetunji, author of Kids and Money: The 5 Stacks Method. The book teaches kids how to manage money and is written from the perspective of a 9-year-old who is excited about earning money for the first time, thanks to a car cleaning business she started in the summer. Ramat shares advice for parents and caregive…

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CD 27 - Michael Possanner & the Art of Bespoke Tailoring 1:15:19

2y ago1:15:19

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Michael Possanner is a bespoke tailor in Vienna, Austria. Michael and I discuss the value of bespoke tailoring, his non-traditional journey to learning the ancient trade, his love of American football, and his passion of mixology and collecting vintage cocktail books. Christian Appalachian Project - Donate for flood relief Cultural Debris Patreon -…

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CD 26 - Greg Hillis on Thomas Merton’s Catholic Vision 1:14:53

2y ago1:14:53

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Dr. Greg Hillis of Bellarmine University in Louisville. He is author of the recent book Man of Dialogue: Thomas Merton’s Catholic Vision from Liturgical Press. Dr. Hillis and I discuss Merton’s reputation, his role as novice master at the Abbey of Gethsemani, his interaction with the Kentucky literary scene, and the significance of Merton’s interes…

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S2 E21: Making STEM Fun for Youth 26:25

2y ago26:25

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Joanna Smith, Founder and CEO of Daley Smith Inc., joins the program to discuss the work that her organization is doing to expose students in grades K-12 to Science, Technology. Engineering and Math (STEM) related fields to increase the number of minorities in STEM careers. She reveals the innovative methods that are used to expose students to qual…

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CD 25 - Fr. Gregory Pine On Prudence 1:03:33

2y ago1:03:33

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Dominican Friar Fr. Gregory Pine is a host of the podcast Godsplaining and frequently appears on Pints With Aquinas. He is author of the new book Prudence: Choose Confidently, Live Boldly published by Our Sunday Visitor. Fr. Pine and I discuss the idea of prudence, its philosophical roots, and his favorite Kentucky bourbon distilleries, plus his st…

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S2 E20: Building Parent-Child Relationships: Lessons from a Dad and Daughter Podcast 39:46

2y ago39:46

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This episode focuses on how to build positive and empowering parent-children relationships. The guest is Noah Coslov, who co-hosts the show "The Follow Up" along with his daughter, Eden. The Follow Up is intended to entertain audiences of all ages, but most importantly to build confidence in young children learning how to actively listen & communic…

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CD 24 - Art Heists With Anthony Amore 1:00:00

2y ago1:00:00

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Anthony Amore is a Boston based New York Times bestselling author and art security expert. He is author most recently of The Woman Who Stole Vermeer: The True Story of Rose Dugdale. He also works as Director of Security and Chief Investigator at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum where he endeavors to recover the thirteen works of art stolen from …

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S2 E19: The Art of Motivating Youth: Kirk Berry Reveals Details of His New Online Training 24:19

2y ago24:19

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In this episode, Kirk Berry is interviewed by his podcast producer, Doug Foresta. Kirk shares details about his exciting new online training program, Connect & Empower: The Art of Motivating Youth. Discover why connecting with youth is crucial for adults who work with youth in any capacity and the first step to take when connecting with young peopl…

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