Best Stephen Payne Podcasts (2024)

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588. Amanda Jones, library defender, part 2

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588. Part 2 of our interview of Amanda Jones, library defender. Amanda served as an educator in Louisiana for over twenty years. Jones had long been a vocal opponent to book censorship, arguing that book challenges have disproportionally targeted books with LGBTQ or BIPOC themes, characters, or authors. In July 2022, Jones spoke publicly against bo…

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Episode 6 - Angela Antle Amid Community 36:34

1d ago36:34

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This special soundscape episode from the twentieth season captures the festival’s unique blend of music, literature, and community spirit, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Woody Point and the warmth of its people. We highlight the communal atmosphere of the festival, which allows it to stand out among other similar events in music. This…

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587. Amanda Jones, Library Defender, Part 1.

4h ago

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587. The first part of our conversation with Library defender Amanda Jones, author of That Librarian. Amanda served as an educator in Louisiana for over twenty years. Jones had long been a vocal opponent to book censorship, arguing that book challenges have disproportionally targeted books with LGBTQ or BIPOC themes, characters, or authors. In July…

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Christian Ska's Upbeats and Beatdowns (ft. Leanor Ortega Till of Five Iron Frenzy) 38:15

7d ago38:15

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If there's one music genre lampooned more than Christian rock, it might just be ska. And Christian ska? Expect next level ridicule. But a lovable band of misfits from Denver, Colorado managed to do something that might seem unthinkable: combine two maligned genres and become a cultural phenomenon with an enduring cult following. On the season two f…

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Episode 5 - Lawrence Hill in Conversation 40:39

2d ago40:39

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Acclaimed author Lawrence Hill joins us to recall memories of the storytelling traditions passed down by his parents and how the Woody Point festival has transformed his own approach to sharing stories, blending humour and tragedy in ways that resonate deeply with audiences. In this episode, we dive into the pressures and triumphs of writers steppi…

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Episode 4 - Michael Crummey featuring Des Walsh 43:44

10d ago43:44

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What draws writers and readers to the heart of Newfoundland year after year? Join celebrated Newfoundland writers Michael Crummey and Des Walsh as they recount their time at the cherished event that has brought together storytellers and their communities for two decades - Writers at Woody Point. We explore how this festival has become a cornerstone…

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Episode 3 - Charlie Payne with Mallory Johnson 40:13

2d ago40:13

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How does a small community in Newfoundland and Labrador become a literary and musical powerhouse? Hear the heartwarming journey of Charlie Payne, the visionary who transformed the old Orange Lodge into the Woody Point Heritage Theatre, bringing to life the early community events that turned the lodge into a local gem. The accordion enthusiast, whos…

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Episode 2 - Shelagh Rogers Among Friends 40:06

2d ago40:06

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What makes a community so tightly knit and a festival so unforgettable? Join in as we peel back the layers of Writers at Woody Point, with festival host Shelagh Rogers. This episode highlights where storytelling weaves the threads of community life. Shelagh takes us on her personal journey from her first heartwarming encounter with locals like Char…

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Episode 1 - Stephen Brunt and Alison Gzowski 42:00

2d ago42:00

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Join us as we explore the magic and history of the Writers at Woody Point Festival, an event that blends storytelling and community in the enchanting setting of Woody Point, Newfoundland and Labrador. Listen in as we discuss the festival's humble beginnings with Stephen Brunt, whose serendipitous purchase of a property in the area sparked the creat…

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32 - Jonathan Anomaly: The Virtues of Enlightened Tribalism 52:42

1d ago52:42

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Jonathan Anomaly is a world renowned expert on the science and ethics of genetic enhancement and the Academic Director of the Center for Philosophy, Politics, & Economics in Quito, Ecuador. Dr. Anomaly introduces the concept of Enlightened Tribalism, a virtuous mean between blind tribalism and undiscerning universalism. We discuss why tribalism get…

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586. Ed Branley. Streetcars, Part 2

3d ago

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586. Part 2 of our most recent conversation with Ed Branley, also known as the NOLA History Guy. "The clanging of a streetcar’s bell conjures images of a time when street railways were a normal part of life in the city. Historic Canal Street represents the common ground between old and new with buses driving alongside steel rails and electric wires…

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#016 Dr. Mark Pitstick: "Can The Dead Send A Text?" 53:39

8d ago53:39

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Stephen interviews the Director of the SoulPhone Foundation, Dr. Mark Pitstick, who reports that researchers at the University of Arizona have proven with scientific certainty that "post-material persons," more commonly known as "spirits," share our world and can communicate with us.

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71: Sara Groves, Third Day, Justin Carlson 24:03

14d ago24:03

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There are a lot of new crowdfunding campaigns this month, and Garret brings you the scoop - plus a new listener challenge. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Sara Groves - Add to the Beauty (20th birthday vinyl reissue) * https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/galaxy21music/sara-groves-add-to-the-beauty-on-vinyl-and-remastered-cd --- OTHER CAMPAIGNS --- * …

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585. Kaitlyn Joshua, Part 2

11d ago

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585. Part 2 of our conversation with Kaitlyn Joshua. Kaitlyn was a victim of Louisiana's abortion ban. She was excited to get pregnant, but her OBGYN wouldn't see her until she had been pregnant 12 weeks. During those early weeks of pregnancy, Joshua experienced symptoms she hadn't dealt with in her first pregnancy: mild cramping and spotting. With…

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Yellow and Black Attack (ft. Michael Sweet of Stryper and Mike Tramp of White Lion) 39:36

13d ago39:36

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Picture this. It's 1986. The Cold War is at a fever pitch. The whole world is locked into a conflict between the Forces of Freedom, and the Commies... at least that's how it felt to 80s kids. But the Cold War wasn't the only threat facing American society. Many feared that a much more sinister enemy lurking in the shadows: the devil himself. During…

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584. Kaitlyn Joshua -- CORRECTED

16d ago

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584. Part 1 of our talk with Kaitlyn Joshua. Kaitlyn was an early victim of Louisiana's abortion ban after Roe v Wade was overturned in 2022. She had been excited to get pregnant, but her OBGYN wouldn't see her until she had been pregnant 12 weeks. During those early weeks of pregnancy, Joshua experienced symptoms she hadn't dealt with in her first…

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584. Kaitlyn Joshua, Part 1

24d ago

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584. Part 1 of our talk with Kaitlyn Joshua. Kaitlyn was an early victim of Louisiana's abortion ban after Roe v Wade was overturned in 2022. She had been excited to get pregnant, but her OBGYN wouldn't see her until she had been pregnant 12 weeks. During those early weeks of pregnancy, Joshua experienced symptoms she hadn't dealt with in her first…

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583. Ed Branley. Streetcars, Part 1

1M ago

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583. Part 1 of our most recent conversation with Ed Branley, also known as the NOLA History Guy. "The clanging of a streetcar’s bell conjures images of a time when street railways were a normal part of life in the city. Historic Canal Street represents the common ground between old and new with buses driving alongside steel rails and electric wires…

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Fictional Christian Music (ft. Righteous Gemstones' Joseph Stephens, Daniel Smith and Chris White) 40:58

27d ago40:58

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How do you make fake Contemporary Christian Music? Creating fictional Christian music that feels authentic without crossing the line into parody or pastiche is a tricky artistic challenge. But we found the creators up to the task. Joseph Stephens, composer for HBO's The Righteous Gemstones, a crime-comedy about a family of musical televangelists, a…

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Welcome to Writers at Woody Point: As I Begin to Tell This 3:53

30d ago3:53

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What makes a literary festival thrive for two decades in the charming town of Woody Point? Join host Joel Burton as we commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Writers at Woody Point festival, an event that has become a cultural gem in Newfoundland and Labrador. This show is an oral history over six episodes, features heartfelt reflections from the …

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582. Phil Cross, Caddo History

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582. This week we talk to Phil Cross, a leading historian of the Kadohadacho (Caddo) Tribe. Phil grew up in a home with no electricity and no running water on his family’s Indian allotment land in western Oklahoma – out where that bright red dirt could both stain his clothes and, in some ways, stir that Okie pride. Phil is a historian, lecturer, Ca…

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#014 | Suzanne Giesemann: "You Can Learn How to Hear the Dead" 48:58

1M ago48:58

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When a loved one passes away, your connection with them is not entirely lost. Even though it may seem far-fetched, after-death communication is possible if you know the right method for it. Stephen Berkley explores this even further with Suzanne Giesemann, a world-renowned mystic and metaphysical teacher. Together, they discuss how to fully underst…

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70: Starflyer 59, Poor Old Lu, Galactic Cowboys 1:12:15

1M ago1:12:15

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Garret shares the value of genuinely listening to music. He also shares the latest crowdfunding campaigns, pre-orders, and an exclusive interview with UTR founder Dave Trout. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Starflyer 59 - Lust for Gold pre-order * https://velvetbluemusic.com/?product=starflyer-59-lust-for-gold --- OTHER CAMPAIGNS --- * Galactic Cowboy…

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581. Matthew Teutsch, part 2

2M ago

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581. Part 2 of our conversation with Matthew Teutsch about his article, "Blood in the Pool: The 1868 Bossier Massacre." "Violent, racist attacks didn’t just occur in Bossier. They occurred across the Red River in Caddo Parish and all throughout the Red River Valley. Gilles Vandal notes that during Reconstruction 45% of the murders in Louisiana were…

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The Paradox 45:25

2M ago45:25

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KUOW's podcast Let The Kids Dance! is the story of Seattle's Teen Dance Ordinance in a seven-part docuseries chronicling an untold chapter of pop-culture history. It’s a story about moral panic, grassroots activism and an unstoppable music community that fought for its freedom, created and hosted by Jonathan Zwickel. The TDO made it impossible for …

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580. Matthew Teutsch, Part 1

2M ago

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580. Part 1 of our interview with Matthew Teutsch about his article, "Blood in the Pool: The 1868 Bossier Massacre." "Violent, racist attacks didn’t just occur in Bossier. They occurred across the Red River in Caddo Parish and all throughout the Red River Valley. Gilles Vandal notes that during Reconstruction 45% of the murders in Louisiana were co…

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579 Chris Dier, Part 2

2M ago

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579. Part 2 of our interview with Chris Dier, who was recognized as the Teacher of the Year 2020. "Chris Dier is an American educator and author. He taught in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana for a decade before transitioning to Benjamin Franklin High School (New Orleans). Dier was named the 2020 Louisiana Teacher of the Year and a 2020 National Teach…

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The DC Talk Test (ft. Jason Kirk and Kevin T. Porter) 40:04

2M ago40:04

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What happened to the kids raised during the peak era of Christian rock? For insight into the state of Christian rock's late 1990s-early aughts evangelicalism you need not look any further than members of DC Talk, the pinnacle of youth group music. Their trajectory as artists and public figures roughly maps on to the trajectories of the millions of …

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578. Chris Dier, Part 1.

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578. This week we welcome Chris Dier for part 1 of our interview interview. Chris was recognized as the Teacher of theYear in 2020. He also makes his history lessons public through his Tiktok videos. "Chris Dier is an American educator andauthor. He taught in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana for a decadebefore transitioning to Benjamin Franklin High S…

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A Biblical Theology of Spiritual Growth, & Creating a Discipleship Pathway - with John Whittaker 59:17

2M ago59:17

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What is a discipleship pathway, and how do you go about creating one? What is the process by which people grow spiritually, and how do we help them do that? Dr. John Whittaker has served as a pastor and theologian for many years, in different capacities. He is the author of The Listener’s Commentary, an audio commentary of the Bible, that is availa…

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31 - Nick Simmons: Octu Ventures + Urbit, Building the Pillars of a Digital Civilization 1:02:18

2M ago1:02:18

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Nick Simmons is Cofounder and member of Octu Ventures, a member-driven venture DAO investing in teams building on Urbit. Urbit comprises a decentralized network of personal servers, a unique digital ID system, and a decentralized peer-to-peer networking protocol. Altogether, these constitute load-bearing pillars of a truly digital civilization. We …

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#013 "Brainspotting Can Help You CONNECT With Departed Loved Ones!" With Mariya Javed-Payne 54:03

3M ago54:03

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Stephen Berkley interviews Brainspotting Trainer Mariya Javed-Payne about how our relevant "brain spots" operate as a portal to unseen dimensions. Mariya shares her deeply personal journey of growing up as a highly sensitive being, navigating trauma, and discovering her innate ability to connect with other realms. As the owner of Awaken Consulting …

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69: The Choir, Katherine Perry, Josiah Queen 30:09

2M ago30:09

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This month, Garret's challenge is to support indie music by buying it on Bandcamp. Plus he has the latest in crowdfunding campaigns. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- The Choir - Free Flying Soul (Vinyl reissue and CD remaster) https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thechoir/free-flying-soul-vinyl-and-cd-the-choir --- OTHER CAMPAIGNS --- Katherine Perry - 5…

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577. Brooke Champagne. "NOLA Face"

2M ago

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577. We talk to Brooke Champagne about her book, Nola Face: A Latina’s Life in the Big Easy. "A memoir-in-essays of a New Orleanian author’s search for identity in an upbringing complicated by competing languages, ethnicities, classes, and educations . . . . The hilarious, heartbreaking essays in this collection trace the evolutions of this girlhoo…

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A Biblical Vision for Leadership - with John Currie 39:44

2M ago39:44

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Leadership is a very popular topic in modern business discussions, but what does the Bible have to say about leadership? And is there a difference between the vision for leadership given in the Bible versus that which comes from the world? John Currie is professor of pastoral theology at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, Pennsylvani…

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Purity Bros (ft. Joshua Harris) 38:12

3M ago38:12

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Purity culture wasn’t just for youth group “purity girls.” “Purity bros” were also a part of the project! No one knows that more than Joshua Harris, a CCM fan who helped turn purity culture into an extreme sport. Together with his friend, Christian music superstar Rebecca St. James, they created media that inspired a generation of evangelicals to s…

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576. Givonna Joseph

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576. This week we welcome Givonna Joseph to the podcast to discuss 19th-Century classical music among New Orleans' gens de couleur libres (Free People of Color). "Ms. Joseph is committed to the culture of New Orleans, the city of her birth. This is most evident in her research on 19th-century classical music of New Orleans's Free People of Color. A…

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Cultivating a Heavenward Mindset in an Epicurean World - with Cameron Cole 47:00

3M ago47:00

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Cameron Cole experienced every parent’s worst nightmare: they put their son to bed one night, and in the morning they awoke to find that he had died in his sleep. However, the message of the Gospel, is that their son did indeed wake up in a greater and more profound way: he awoke to eternal life with Jesus, his Savior. In the wake of his son’s deat…

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575. Our Anniversary Episode with Lamar White, Jr.

3M ago

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575.We're celebrating the 12th Anniversary of the Louisiana Anthology. We welcome Lamar White, Jr. back to update our projects. The Louisiana Anthology now has 9,900,000 words by 245 authors. Our biggest accomplishment this year is the publication of our first book, Liberty in Louisiana by James Workman. Our edition is its first publication in 220 …

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#012 Divine Deceptions: Exposing Centuries Of Suppression And Lies 34:50

3M ago34:50

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Stephen Berkley interviews professor and author Betty J. Kovacs, Ph.D., about our culture's systematic suppression of our natural divinity, as well as her experiences communicating with her deceased son. Dr. Kovacs shares her journey and experiences, shedding light on the depths of our potential for higher states of consciousness, creativity, and l…

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Purity Girls (ft. Nikki Leonti) 39:04

3M ago39:04

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In 2001, teen singing sensation Nikki Leonti was on her way to a promising Christian music career. She had two hit CCM records, and - as a pop princess who swore to refrain from premarital sex - the support of big evangelical media organizations like James Dobson’s Focus on the Family. But then, at age 18, the “purity girl” Leonti announced she was…

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Does Baptism Play a Role in Salvation? - with Stephen Pomeroy 46:53

3M ago46:53

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Is baptism a requirement for salvation? There are some Christian groups who say that it is, and others who say it isn’t. In this episode of Theology for the People, I am joined by Pastor Stephen Pomeroy from White Fields Community Church, and we look at the Bible verses and arguments which are central to the debate over “baptismal regeneration.” We…

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30 - Alexander Pacheco: Building a Network of 150 56:36

3M ago56:36

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Alexander Pacheco is the founder of social media platform, 150. Based on Dunbar’s Limit, 150’s innovative social network leverages insights from network science to create a small-town feel that elides many of the downsides that come with incumbent social media giants. Alexander walks us through using anthropology and human nature to shape the netwo…

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574. Lynette Mejia. Library Defender. — Corrected.

3M ago

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574. We talk to Lynette Mejia about her defense of the Lafayette Library system. Louisiana born and raised, Lynette has become one of the faces of the anti-censorship movement in Lafayette, co-founding Lafayette Citizens Against Censorship and Louisiana Citizens Against Censorship. "The board," Mejia said, "has a very specific far-right Christian n…

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574. Lynette Mejia, Library Defender

3M ago

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574. We talk to Lynette Mejia about her defense of the Lafayette Library system. Louisiana born and raised, Lynette has become one of the faces of the anti-censorship movement in Lafayette, co-founding Lafayette Citizens Against Censorship and Louisiana Citizens Against Censorship. "The board," Mejia said, "has a very specific far-right Christian n…

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#011 Unlock Your Destiny Through Numerology: A Life-Saving Journey With Rev. Sue Frederick 43:25

3M ago43:25

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Are you intrigued by the mysteries of life beyond the physical realm? Join us in this episode as host Stephen Berkeley interviews Reverend Sue Frederick— an ordained Unity Minister, clairaudient, Soul Regression Therapist, and master numerologist whose recent health crisis compelled her to rewrite her life's path. With 11 books under her belt and a…

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Theological Anthropology: What is It, and How Does It Shape Our Understanding of Ourselves & Others? - with Michael Payne 45:07

3M ago45:07

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Do you know what sex robots, racism, and gender identity all have in common? In addition to being topics that are discussed in this episode, these topics are all related to the subject of Theological (or Biblical) Anthropology. My guest in this episode is Michael Payne. Mike is the Worship Pastor at White Fields Community Church, and he is a gradua…

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573. Robert Caldwell on the Choctaw tribe.

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573. Today, Robert Caldwell returns to discuss the history of the Choctaw Tribe. He has written a recent article on the subject: “Choctaw Frontier: Incursions and settlement in Northwest Louisiana and East Texas, 1760-1836,” North Louisiana History Fall 2020. Robert is a Visiting Assistant Professor of American Studies at Brown University and Nativ…

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Clarity is Kindness: Why Creeds and Confessions are Helpful for Transmitting and Protecting the Faith - with Carl Trueman 34:05

3M ago34:05

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What role should creeds and confessions play in the life of a Christian or of a church? If we have the Bible, then why are creeds and confessions necessary at all? Dr. Carl Trueman is the professor of biblical and religious studies at Grove City College. He is an esteemed church historian, and a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. Dr. Tr…

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Holy Hip Hop (ft. Soup The Chemist) 40:59

4M ago40:59

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In the 1990s, music critics argue that hip hop was in its golden age. Mainstream Top 40 charts were filled with hits from The Notorious B.I.G, Tupac Shakur, and Dr. Dre. But the Contemporary Christian charts lagged far, far behind. What took so long for holy hip hop to take off? With insight from Dr. Jonathan Calvillo (author of In the Time of Sky-…

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