Best Pursued By Bear Podcasts (2024)

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Exit, Pursued By A Bear 36:19

18h ago36:19

36:19

We're in a theater and this is all a play. Plus: Our first foray into Bad Job Bingo in audio, with a winner so bad it made me wish I had a more severe category than Seriously, Maybe Don't.By Steph Lundberg

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The “Exit, Pursued by a Bear Cub” Edition 1:09:51

26d ago1:09:51

1:09:51

This week, Alan, Quinta, and Scott were joined by co-host emeritus Benjamin Wittes to talk through the week's very big national security news stories, including: “The Waiting Game.” The Middle East is on edge this week as it awaits a possible attack by Iran or Hezbollah on Israel in response to the suspected assassination of senior Hezbollah and Ha…

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The "Third Anniversary Hot Take Takedown: Comeuppance" Edition 1:10:56

1h ago1:10:56

1:10:56

This week, Alan, Quinta, and Scott celebrated the third anniversary of Rational Security 2.0 with their Lawfare colleagues Molly Reynolds, Natalie Orpett, and Tyler McBrien, who sat in brutal judgment as the three co-hosts pitched them their hottest takes yet, including: Are concerns about judicial ethics overblown? Do ethics require that we open t…

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A Hope and a Future 26:18

30m ago26:18

26:18

College students from Ukraine now have the opportunity to receive a Christ-centered education at North Carolina’s Montreat College through Samaritan’s Purse. Hear from Dr. Paul Maurer, the president of Montreat College, about how the Lord has directed this partnership as well as some of these Ukrainian students about what this opportunity has meant…

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The “Prison Rules” Edition 1:08:04

7d ago1:08:04

1:08:04

This week, Quinta and Scott were joined by Lawfare Managing Editor Tyler "Spicy Tyler" McBrien to talk through the week's big national security news stories, including: “Jack Smith Takes a Mulligan on his Big Swing.” A grand jury has re-indicted former President Trump for his actions relating to the Jan. 6 insurrection, after Special Counsel Jack S…

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95 - Gallic Wars 5: Uprisings 1:12:48

36m ago1:12:48

1:12:48

The mighty Caesar returns to Britain, and faces uprisings and deadly skirmishes in Gaul, in part 5 of our series on Caesar’s masterwork of psychology, strategy, and propaganda: On the Gallic War (De Bello Gallico). This is a world-history making story (the conquest of what’s now modern France), told by a world-history making storyteller. Caesar ent…

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Before They’re Broken: Human Trafficking Prevention 25:49

14d ago25:49

25:49

Barry Jessen, the country director for Samaritan’s Purse in Cambodia, talked with Kristy Graham about how the Lord led him and his family to Cambodia over a decade ago. Barry shared what it has been like to see people break free from physical and spiritual bondage through anti human trafficking and safe migration programming. Resources: Hear more f…

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The “Make Daguerreotypes Great Again” Edition 1:11:44

12h ago1:11:44

1:11:44

This week, Alan and Quinta sat down with Molly Reynolds and Kevin Frazier to talk about the week’s big developments, including: “It can always get worse…” Although President Biden’s replacement by Vice President Kamala Harris at the top of the Democratic ticket has reenergized the Democrats’ bid to retain the White House, the race is still a tossup…

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Faithfully Ministering to the Next Generation in Peru 24:10

32m ago24:10

24:10

Travel with Kristy Graham to Lima, Peru, where you will hear what it was like to witness Operation Christmas Child outreach events and a graduation ceremony for The Greatest Journey. Many kids received shoebox gifts, but most importantly, they heard the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You will also hear directly from the hearts of pastors and Operation Chr…

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The “Minnesota Nice” Edition 1:08:41

2h ago1:08:41

1:08:41

This week, the whole gang—Alan, Quinta, and Scott—got back together to discuss the week's big national security news, including: “In Post-Soviet Russia, Ukraine Invade You!” In an ironic reversal, Ukraine invaded Russia this past week, seizing substantial portions of the oblast of Kursk and surprising both Russian forces and Ukrainian allies in wha…

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Step Out in Faith 26:04

4d ago26:04

26:04

Holly Silkman talks with Kristy Graham about a new project in Israel that will impact people physically, mentally, and spiritually: an equine therapy center. Hear how the Lord opened the doors for this incredible leap of faith and what her prayer is for this program. Resources: Learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse is bringing relief to Israel and…

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Post-Traumatic Epilepsy: What We Know and Where the Research is Going 28:31

29d ago28:31

28:31

Dr. Elisa Zanier of the Mario Negri Institute in Milan, Italy discusses the current state of research into Post-Traumatic Epilepsy (PTE). The post Post-Traumatic Epilepsy: What We Know and Where the Research is Going appeared first on CURE Epilepsy.By CURE Epilepsy

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Spreading Hope on the Island of Carriacou 26:05

25d ago26:05

26:05

This week, hear directly from residents of Carriacou, who are picking up the pieces after the devastation of Hurricane Beryl. Kaitlyn Josten was on the ground from the beginning of the response. She spoke with beneficiaries, pastors, and Samaritan’s Purse partners about how they are finding hope in the heartache. Resources: Read more about the medi…

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The “Big Worm Energy” Edition 1:10:14

1M ago1:10:14

1:10:14

This week, Alan and Quinta were joined by Kevin Frazier to talk through some of the week’s biggest national security news, including: “KOSA Nostra.” An overwhelming majority of senators voted to pass the Kids Online Safety Act, also known as KOSA—a bipartisan piece of legislation that would impose new responsibilities on online platforms in looking…

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94 - Gallic Wars 4: Amphibious Assault 57:30

1M ago57:30

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Caesar crosses two major bodies of water (and he hasn’t even gotten to the Rubicon yet), in part 4 of our series on Caesar’s masterwork of psychology, strategy, and propaganda: On the Gallic War (De Bello Gallico). This is a world-history making story (the conquest of what’s now modern France), told by a world-history making storyteller. Caesar ent…

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23Jul24: You Can Do Business with Hitler 34:41

1M ago34:41

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“You can do business with Hitler” was a ubiquitous phrase in the 1930s, enough that Douglas Miller, the former Commercial Attaché at the United States Embassy in Berlin, felt the need to write his book You Can’t Do Business with Hitler, arguing that “American businesses should not be involved with Nazi Germany, as several infamously were.” The exte…

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Bearing Each Other's Burdens: Liberia Ebola Response Part 2 26:14

26d ago26:14

26:14

When they didn’t feel like they could take another step, the Samaritan’s Purse team fighting Ebola in Liberia encouraged each other with Scripture. The verses they shared suddenly became a lifeline even though they had heard them countless times over the years. Kristy Graham talked with John Freyler and Dr. Lance Plyler about how they were able to …

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The “Reboot the Reboot” Edition 1:17:47

1M ago1:17:47

1:17:47

This week, Alan and Scott were joined by Lawfare teammates Molly Reynolds and Eugenia Lostri to talk over the week’s big national security news, including… “Bye Biden.” President Biden made the historic decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race over the weekend. He swiftly endorsed his Vice President Kamala Harris, who now appears poised…

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93 - Gallic Wars 3: Caesar At Sea 1:07:12

1M ago1:07:12

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Cost of Glory Ecuador event Aug 22-25: for more info & links read this post. Caesar faces enemies at home and on sea, in part 3 of our series on Caesar’s masterwork of psychology, strategy, and propaganda: On the Gallic War (De Bello Gallico). This is a world-history making story (the conquest of what’s now modern France), told by a world-history m…

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Remembering the Liberia Ebola Response: 10 Years Later 25:39

1M ago25:39

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Ten years ago, Samaritan’s Purse responded to the Ebola outbreak in Liberia. Kristy Graham spoke with our staff who were on the ground from the beginning about their experiences fighting the deadly disease and the suffering they witnessed daily. Hear from the hearts of our team members about how they witnessed God’s faithfulness even as they walked…

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The “Million Dollar Babydog” Edition 1:11:01

2M ago1:11:01

1:11:01

This week Alan, Quinta, and Scott were joined by Lawfare Executive Editor Natalie Orpett to talk through one of the most eventful weeks in national security news in recent history, including: “Too Close for Comfort.” Former President Trump narrowly avoided an assassination attempt this past weekend that ultimately left one rally-goer dead and two o…

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Goodness of God: Hurricane Beryl Response 26:18

2M ago26:18

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Hurricane Beryl roared through the Caribbean, leaving total destruction in its wake. On Grenada’s Carriacou Island, nearly all structures were destroyed. Less than 24 hours after the storm hit, Samaritan’s Purse began serving those in desperate need of help and hope. Tune in to this week’s episode to hear from Kaitlyn Josten, who joined the first w…

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The “Pétanque-a-Donk” Edition 1:11:59

2M ago1:11:59

1:11:59

This week, Quinta and Scott were joined by Lawfare Managing Editor Tyler McBrien and Lawfare Contributing Editor Eric Ciaramella to talk over all the national security news causing traffic issues in D.C., including: “Ukraine in the Membrane.” NATO is hosting its 75th anniversary summit here in Washington, D.C., this week. But its members’ eyes are …

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The Next Generation of Volunteers: U.S. Disaster Relief 26:20

2M ago26:20

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Volunteers are the lifeblood of Samaritan’s Purse U.S. Disaster Relief, and the next generation is here to serve as the hands and feet of Jesus Christ when homeowners are at their lowest. In this week’s episode, Bruce Poss with North American Ministries shared how he has seen God’s faithfulness through this next generation of servant leaders. Krist…

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The “Gluten-Free Clam Pizza is the Best Pizza” Edition 1:09:34

2M ago1:09:34

1:09:34

This week, a Scott-less Alan and Quinta sat down with Lawfare Tarbell Fellow Kevin Frazier and law school-bound Associate Editor Hyemin Han to talk over the week’s big national security news, including: “I will not make age an issue of this campaign. I am not going to exploit, for political purposes, my opponent's youth and inexperience.” Unlike Ro…

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The NORSE Institute: A Mother’s Loss Drives Awareness and Research into a Devastating Form of Epilepsy 34:10

2M ago34:10

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After losing her son to a sudden and devastating form of epilepsy, Nora Wong founded the NORSE Institute to raise awareness and fund research. The post The NORSE Institute: A Mother’s Loss Drives Awareness and Research into a Devastating Form of Epilepsy appeared first on CURE Epilepsy.By CURE Epilepsy

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92 - Gallic Wars 2: Conspiracy 51:46

2M ago51:46

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Caesar almost loses it all, in part 2 of our series on Caesar’s masterwork of psychology, strategy, and propaganda: On the Gallic War (De Bello Gallico). This is a world-history making story (the conquest of what’s now modern France), told by a world-history making storyteller. Caesar entered Gaul as a mere politician. He returned 9 years later as …

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Season 3 Episode 6 NFL Topics: Mike McCarthy Getting Tired of Jerry Jones. NFL losing Sunday Ticket Lawsuit May Pay Fans Back. Aaron Rodgers Skipping Mini Camp a Big Deal? Should Teams Not Pay Too Dollar ... 1:02:39

2M ago1:02:39

1:02:39

NFL Topics: Mike McCarthy Getting Tired of Jerry Jones. NFL losing Sunday Ticket Lawsuit May Pay Fans Back. Aaron Rodgers Skipping Mini Camp a Big Deal? Should Teams Not Pay Too Dollar To Star Players? Support the Show.By Andy, Yams, Aaron

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The “God Given” Edition 1:04:31

2M ago1:04:31

1:04:31

This week, Alan, Quinta, and Scott were joined once again by Lawfare Tarbell Fellow Kevin Frazier to talk over the week’s big national security news, including: Wiki-plea-ks.” After more than a decade in effective confinement—first at the Ecuadorian embassy in London, then in a British prison—Wikileaks founder Julian Assange is set to plead guilty …

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Suffering Well: Pastor Skip Heitzig 25:14

3M ago25:14

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Kristy Graham talks with Pastor Skip Heitzig, who pastors Calvary Church in Albuquerque and serves on the board of directors of Samaritan’s Purse. Pastor Skip shares how he came to know Christ through a Billy Graham sermon and talks about what it has been like to travel the world with Franklin Graham, witnessing Samaritan’s Purse projects in action…

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The “Up in Flames” Edition 1:11:39

3M ago1:11:39

1:11:39

This week, Quinta and Scott were joined by Lawfare Contributing Editor and Senior Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Eric Ciaramella to talk over the week’s big national security news, including: “Prime Deliverables, in Two Days or Less.” The Biden administration and its European allies coughed up a number of big wins for Ukra…

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91 - Gallic Wars 1: Caesar's Chance 1:26:25

3M ago1:26:25

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The beginning of a new series on Caesar’s masterwork of psychology, strategy, and propaganda: On the Gallic Wars (De Bello Gallico). It’s a world-history making story (the conquest of what’s now modern France), told by a world-history making storyteller. Caesar entered Gaul as a mere politician. He returned 9 years later as a conqueror - and an ene…

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An Anchor of Hope: Brazil Flood Response 26:19

3M ago26:19

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In response to major flooding across southern Brazil last month, Samaritan's Purse sent a Disaster Assistance Response Team to help in Jesus’ Name. Hear stories from Leslie Klein, a member of our Disaster Assistance Response Team, and testimonies from pastors on the ground, who have witnessed the body of Christ come together in the wake of this tra…

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The “Miami Vices” Edition 1:18:05

3M ago1:18:05

1:18:05

This week, Alan, Quinta, and Scott were joined by Lawfare Editor-in-Chief Benjamin Wittes to talk through some of the week’s biggest national security news stories, including: “Save the Last Gantz.” Leading opposition figure Benny Gantz has left Israel’s war cabinet over Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s failure to establish post-conflict plans f…

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90 - Heroes are Dangerous: Rousseau & Nietzsche with Johnathan Bi 1:20:36

3M ago1:20:36

1:20:36

Johnathan Bi left success in the startup world to focus on researching the deep ideas that power the world, and has recently launched his series on the Great Books of the West, starting with his lecture on Nietzsche. In this episode: What is Rousseau’s impact on the world? Johnathan’s Journey towards the Great Thinkers and their Books The Duality o…

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89 - A Manual for Greatness — with Johnny Burtka 59:57

2M ago59:57

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An interview with Johnny Burtka, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. He is a graduate of Hillsdale College, and his most recent book is titled “Gateway to Statesmanship—Selections from Xenophon to Churchill”. In this episode: The Mirrors for Princes tradition Obstacles as a Ladder to Greatness The Pot…

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The “Morning After” Edition 1:11:55

3M ago1:11:55

1:11:55

This week, Quinta and Scott were joined by Lawfare Managing Editor Tyler McBrien to discuss how he is coping with the end of the New York trial and to run through some of the week’s big national security news stories, including: “A Perfect Conviction.” Last week, after less than two days of deliberation, a jury in New York state criminal court foun…

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