Best Steve McAllister Podcasts (2024)

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Football is a footnote for a country in mourning 3:19

15m ago3:19

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Hola We were planning a video on this weekend’s Spanish football, but it did not feel right in light of the devastation caused by the floods in Valencia. If you want to donate, LALIGA is supporting the Red Cross in the emergency caused by the DANA. click this link This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or…

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"The Uniqueness of Christianity" with Jim Taylor 45:02

1h ago45:02

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Join Ken Boa and special guest Jim Taylor in this engaging YouTube episode as they explore the profound uniqueness of Christianity. Discover what sets Christianity apart with its central claim of Jesus as the Son of God, offering salvation through His death and resurrection. Ken and Jim dive into the distinctive elements of the Christian faith, suc…

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Psalm 1 (Wednesday Morning Study 10/23/24) 36:54

2d ago36:54

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We're excited to feature some weekly studies in the Explorer's podcast feed! This way you have the option of listening to Dr. Boa in several different contexts. For full videos, download the Reflections App! Other videos and studies can be found on our YouTube page as well. This Wednesday morning Study is Ken's introduction to The Psalms. Stay tune…

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"Developing Friendship" with Cameron McAllister 44:33

5d ago44:33

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In this episode of the Explorers podcast, Ken Boa sits down with Cameron McAllister to explore the art and importance of developing meaningful friendships. Together, they discuss how genuine connections can enrich our lives and deepen our spiritual journeys. Cameron and Ken delve into the biblical principles that guide us in forming and nurturing f…

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Responsible Gambling Council Unveils Annual Report, Partners with MLSE, and Prepares to Name New CEO 57:20

8d ago57:20

57:20

The Responsible Gambling Council recently released its 2023-24 annual report, which included 32 igaming sites across 20 operators being accredited through the council’s RG Check program over the past year, and the Ontario government delivering an unprecedented $9 million investment to the Responsible Internet Gambling Fund over three years. Shelley…

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Sports Interaction goes NHL Coast to Coast on Amazon Prime Video 31:16

14d ago31:16

31:16

Amazon Prime dropped the puck on its NHL digital streaming journey across Canada over the past week, first with the debut of NHL Coast to Coast last Thursday followed by Prime Monday Night Hockey while we were awakening from our Thanksgiving turkey coma. Sports Interaction has a segment in the first hour of the Thursday NHL Coast to Coast broadcast…

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There’s a bump on the road to regulated gambling in Alberta 50:25

20d ago50:25

50:25

It turns out that the road to regulated sports betting and online gaming in Alberta has hit a pothole or two. Tom Nightingale of Canadian Gaming Business reported Monday that more time is needed for the provincial government in the land of the Oilers and Flames to meet with various stakeholders with potential skin in the game of a legal gambling ma…

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Canadian Gaming Association chief talks Bill S-269, advertising, and, of course, Alberta 35:49

22d ago35:49

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The Senate Committee on Transport and Communications resumed hearing from witnesses at the beginning of October with the proposed Bill-269 to create a national framework for advertising on sports betting. Among the folks making the trek to the nation’s capital to appear in front of the committee was Canadian Gaming Association grand poobah Paul Bur…

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"Discipleship" with Jeff Jackson and Mike Schmid 32:22

28d ago32:22

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Join us for an episode of the Explorers podcast, featuring Jeff Jackson and Mike Schmid, pastors at First Redeemer Church in Cumming, GA. In this conversation, we explore the depths of faith, focusing on spiritual growth and transformation. Jeff and Mike have a strong relationship with Dr. Ken Boa, built on a shared passion for guiding others in th…

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BetMGM insiders share bold NFL bets, Shohei Ohtani odds, and Ontario’s growing iGaming appetite 29:16

29d ago29:16

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Since Ontario’s regulated gaming industry opened its doors in April 2022, there’s been a steady rise in the popularity and corresponding revenue from online gaming. Paul Adams, the director of marketing operations for BetMGM, made his maiden appearance on the Gaming News Canada Show alongside the company’s PR/data insights manager John Ewing for a …

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"The Hartman Institute" with Steve Byrum 55:51

1M ago55:51

55:51

In this enlightening episode of the Explorers Podcast, Dr. Ken Boa welcomes his esteemed friend and colleague, Steve Byrum. With a rich background in leadership development and a deep passion for spiritual growth, Steve brings a wealth of wisdom and insight to our discussion. About Steve Byrum: Steve Byrum is a renowned expert in leadership and per…

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The Betting Roundtable: Canada’s Future, U.S. Regulation, and Lisbon’s Industry Buzz 57:57

1M ago57:57

57:57

Many folks employed in the world of sports betting and gaming are congregating in Portugal this week for SBC Lisbon. That includes Gaming News Canada Show regular panelist and industry consultant, Amanda Brewer, who will be lending her voice along with other stakeholders in the Canadian marketplace (NorthStar Gaming’s Michael Moskowitz and Jared Be…

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Bell bids adieu to MLSE ownership stake, leaving Rogers with majority ownership 41:06

1M ago41:06

41:06

There were tremors through the Canadian sports business and media landscape this morning when Sportico’s Scott Soshnick and Kurt Badenhausen broke the news that Rogers was acquiring Bell’s 37.5 per cent stake in Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment for $4.7 billion, subject to the approval of sports leagues tied to MLSE’s ownership of the Toronto Ma…

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WagerWire Co-Founders on Growth, Fantasy, and the Future of Sports Betting 43:03

2M ago43:03

43:03

Some 18 months ago, your humble host sat in a New York restaurant with three guys who came friends while attending UCLA and took the startup plunge to create WagerWire. Today, the Los Angeles-based business has established a place in the sports wagering and daily fantasy sports trading marketplace while using social and media platforms to build a c…

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BCLC’s Digital Shift to ProLine 40:34

2M ago40:34

40:34

Earlier this month, the British Columbia Lottery Corporation bid adieu to the old days of sports bettors stopping by the local convenience store to make their picks on paper with the launch of its ProLine digital sportsbook. Brett Hanson, BCLC’s Manager – Retail Sports was our latest guest on the Gaming News Canada Show to dig into the deets of the…

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"Eagle Ranch:" A Conversation with Eddie Staub 45:44

2M ago45:44

45:44

These two old friends had a wonderful reconnection during this recording of "Explorers." Whether you're driving to work or enjoying a slow day, relax and let the wisdom of both their years offer some new perspectives on your daily life. Eddie Staub is the Founder and Executive Director for Eagle Ranch, one of the Southeast’s largest residential chi…

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Betting on Alberta: A Deep Dive with Ron Segev on Gaming Law, Markets, and Canada’s Gambling Future 37:59

2M ago37:59

37:59

It’s been awhile since we had a conversation with Ron Segev, the founder of Segev LLP and one of the leading legal beagles when it comes to the business of sports betting and gaming. So, the recent announcement that the British Columbia-based law firm was establishing some roots in Calgary ahead of the launch of regulated gambling in Alberta was th…

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Paid Social Strategies in iGaming: Insights from Sportradar’s Michael Cryan 36:21

2M ago36:21

36:21

On the eve of the start of the National Football League regular-season, Michael Cryan – the newish Head of Paid Social at Sportradar – was our guest on the Gaming News Canada Show to answer our queries about his new gig. Cryan, who landed at Sportradar after stints with social media behemoths TikTok and Meta, and is still settling into his new role…

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Bettormetrics’ Robert Urwin on suspension by sportsbooks, Ai, and other matters 31:29

2M ago31:29

31:29

Back in the spring, Bettormetrics released a report analyzing suspension strategies and the impact they were having on sportsbook revenues in the U.S. of A. Robert Urwin, the co-founder and managing director of the sports odds intelligence company, made his maiden appearance on the Gaming News Canada Show to dig deeper into the company’s data aroun…

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"Spiritual Formation" with Rich Kannwhischer 1:00:45

2M ago1:00:45

1:00:45

Grab your coffee and engage with Dr. Boa and Pastor Rich Kannwischer on this week's "Explorers Podcast!" You can see their passion for Spiritual Practices and developing one's relationship with Christ in this difficult modern context. Stay tuned for a follow up interview with these two on "The Peachtree Pentz Speaker Series" if you were not able to…

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IC360 and IXUP Launch Self-Exclusion Program for Ontario’s Regulated Gambling Operators 31:07

3M ago31:07

31:07

At the beginning of August, iGaming Ontario announced a select bid by Integrity Compliance 360 and Australian company IXUP was selected to develop a centralized self-exclusion system for Ontario. Catherine Jarmain, iGO’s director of industry programs and monitoring, and IC360 president Eric Frank joined the latest episode of the Gaming News Canada …

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"Film and Worldviews" with John Stonestreet 39:13

3M ago39:13

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This week we are excited to showcase an audio-only installment of Explorers with John Stonestreet! John serves as president of the Colson Center for Christian Worldview. He’s a sought-after author and speaker on areas of faith and culture, theology, worldview, education and apologetics. John is the daily voice of Breakpoint, the nationally syndicat…

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"Leadership in the Liberal Arts" with Jim Taylor 30:32

3M ago30:32

30:32

Join us this week for a wonderful conversation between two old friends. Dr. Taylor grew up in Oregon, Washington, and California and graduated from Westmont College with a degree in philosophy. He earned a master’s degree in theology at Fuller Theological Seminary and completed a master’s degree and doctorate in philosophy at the University of Ariz…

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Geoff Zochodne Talks DraftKings, Alberta and Jeff Marek 52:00

3M ago52:00

52:00

So much for the dog days of summer, at least when it comes to the business of sports betting and gaming in Canada and the United States of America. Geoff Zochodne, the veteran gaming industry beat reporter for Covers, took a break from listening to hearings, transcribing interviews and tapping the keyboard to return as our guest on the latest episo…

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"Modern Stewardship" with Travis Fleming 1:08:31

3M ago1:08:31

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Enjoy this week's Explorer's Podcast featuring Travis Fleming! Travis is the Founder and Executive Director of Apollos Watered and host of the Apollos Watered podcast, one of the top 5% of podcasts globally (according to listennotes.com). As host of the show, he selects and interviews Christian (evangelical) authors/thought leaders/practitioners/in…

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Full Pull: A Coach’s Transition from NCAA to Entertainment 34:36

3M ago34:36

34:36

Did you hear the story about the NCAA assistant basketball coachwho decided less than a year into the COVID pandemic to leave coaching and create a startup business around tractor and truck pulling, and gaming? If not, you’re politely invited to listen in on our conversation with Full Pull Entertainment founder and CEO Chase Richardson on the lates…

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"Created Beauty" with Xandra Grieme 50:03

3M ago50:03

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Don't miss this episode of "Explorers" with dear friend and colleague Xandra Grieme. Xandra was the first to speak at our "Encountering Beauty" event at The Museum of The Bible in Washington, DC! She has a deep love for the details of creation and the wonderful designer behind it all. We hope you gain as much from this conversation as Dr. Boa and X…

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Court of Appeal for Ontario hears request to expand province’s igaming business 1:06:17

3M ago1:06:17

1:06:17

Court is in session this summer, at least the Court of Appeal for Ontario, which is being asked by the provincial government “to answer whether the Ontario’s igaming regime would remain lawful under the Criminal Code (of Canada) if the overall size of the potential gaming audience of the scheme, otherwise known as its liquidity, is expanded to incl…

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"Encountering Beauty" with Cameron McAllister 36:22

4M ago36:22

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This week we have a special "throw-back" episode featuring dear friend and colleague, Cameron McAllister. As some of you know, we just wrapped up our first "Encountering Beauty" event in Washington DC at The Museum of the Bible! The weekend was full of wonderful examples of how science points to the ultimate design of our creator, and we were bless…

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Canadian Gaming Summit postmortem, thoughts on Alberta, and Betway makes an exit of sorts 58:27

4M ago58:27

58:27

Some four weeks after the curtain fell on the latest Canadian Gaming Summit, the Gaming News Canada Show welcomed back regular contributors Amanda Brewer and Phill Gray. The two gambling industry veterans provided their thoughts and layers to the annual gathering of operators, regulators, suppliers, politicians, etc., to the Metro Toronto Conventio…

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Spain win! La Roja are reborn in Berlin 15:27

4M ago15:27

15:27

As I leave Berlin - the city of Jesse Owens, David Bowie and now Lamine Yamal - I’m recording this final report from Euro 2024, where I have been embedded once more with the Spain team. I saw the treble winners of 2008-12 up close too, and they may not have a prime Iniesta or Xavi, but in their own way I think this team is just as good. Some of the…

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The Seclusion Factor: Inside Spain's golf resort training camp 12:41

4M ago12:41

12:41

I hope you enjoy this latest update from Germany, as Spain and I depart Donaueschingen, where they have trained and relaxed and prepared for the mesmeric performances you've been watching in this tournament. These reports are also available - for free - at my new Substack, the link is coming up. If you subscribe to this site, you'll receive regular…

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Play’n GO comes to Canada with online slots in Ontario and Quebec 22:12

4M ago22:12

22:12

When Ontario opened its doors to legal sports betting and igaming industry in April 2022, one of the first companies to provide its online slots products to the marketplace was Play’n GO. In May, the Swedish-born company announced a partnership with Loto-Québec to bring its products to the lottery corp’s customers in La Belle Province. And last mon…

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Viva Lamine! 11:34

4M ago11:34

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This is my first post on Substack - the new home for my reporting on Spanish football. I hope as many of you as possible will subscribe to receive all my work to your email inbox - for the time being, I’m choosing to make this entirely free of charge. Today you have a choice - listen to this short podcast on the 16-year-old who has lit up the Euros…

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"Internal Authority" with Jay Richards 41:45

4M ago41:45

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Don't miss this insightful episode of "Explorers" with renown guest Jay Richards! The Dr. Boa and Dr. Richards discuss a major foundational issue in society that people have always been able justify their own actions. Without faith in a bigger and better eternity, it is easy for the soul to get weighted down while on this earth. There is a lot of w…

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BC Ventures co-founders on online gaming content, a new partner in BetMGM, and more 23:05

4M ago23:05

23:05

On the second morning of the recent Canadian Gaming Summit, news broke of an exclusive partnership between BetMGM and Brian Christopher, the online slots and casino influencer with almost 700,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel. That afternoon, Christopher and his business partner Marco Bianchi sat down with us on the summit’s exhibition floor f…

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"A Meaningful World" with Jonathan Witt 35:43

4M ago35:43

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Join us for this week's episode of Explorers with Dr. Ken Boa and guest Dr. Jonathan Witt of the Discovery Institute. These two share a love for science the intricacies of the natural world. Hear their engaging dialogue and get tickets to see both of them speak at The Museum of the Bible in July 2024! Jonathan Witt, PhD, is Executive Editor of Disc…

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iGaming Ontario boss Martha Otton discusses Year 2, Alberta, and what’s next 24:11

4M ago24:11

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Martha Otton was among the busiest attendees at the recent Canadian Gaming Summit. The executive director of iGaming Ontario was a ubiquitous presence around the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, whether it was speaking formally with operators in Ontario’s regulated sports betting and igaming market in her role as executive director, participating i…

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Benjie Cherniak’s Hot Takes on the Latest Gambling Industry Developments and Innovations 34:15

5M ago34:15

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For three and a half years now, your humble host has listened and learned from many, many voices across all sectors of the gambling industry. And some of those experts prompt us to go all E.F. Hutton when they speak. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MXqb1a3Apg One of those very learned people is Benjie Cherniak, who returned to the Gaming News Cana…

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"Love of Astronomy" with Guillermo Gonzalez 39:29

5M ago39:29

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Join Dr. Boa and Dr. Gonzalez for an educational and enthusiastic discussion about the cosmos and their Creator. Guillermo will be joining Dr. Boa and other highly anticipated guests in Washington D.C. on July 13 for our "Encountering Beauty" series! Dr. Gonzalez is an expert in his field and the two certainly share a love for the sciences. Guiller…

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"Beauty in the Sciences" with Melissa Cain Travis 41:19

5M ago41:19

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You won't want to miss this excellent "Explorers" episode with Melissa Cain Travis. The two are kindred spirits: hear their love and knowledge for C.S. Lewis, nature and all things science. These teachers have much to offer for the believer and for the doubter. Hear them speak in Washington D.C. at the Museum of the Bible World Stage Theater on Jul…

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Dr. Ian Messenger tells the story of the Association of Gaming Compliance Specialists 45:43

5M ago45:43

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Dr. Ian Messenger is a man with many hats over his professional career, from his work as an officer with Lothian and Borders Police in Edinburgh almost 20 years ago, to time as an operational duty officer with Interpol London and international intelligence officer, to investigating crimes of the financial sort with HSBC and OLG. Messenger’s experie…

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Steven Salz on the Rivalry Token, crypto, and what about Alberta? 42:41

5M ago42:41

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The co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Toronto-based Rivalry made his return to the Gaming News Canada Show. A conversation between Steves – Salz and McAllister – begins with the head honcho of the online gambling company laying out the path to last week’s announcement of Rivalry entering the world of cryptocurrency, including the NUTZ inter…

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"Lifestyle Evangelism" with Larry Moody 40:25

5M ago40:25

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Witness life-long friends Ken Boa and Larry Moody engage in a wonderful dialogue about their time together in seminary, evangelism and God's goodness in the gospel. EMF Director Larry Moody wears several ministry hats. As President of In the Game Ministries, Larry Moody works in an outreach to adults that seeks to equip the laity in the area of lif…

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BetMGM and the Taylor Swift, Caitlin Clark effect on women bettors, and betting on women’s sports 35:21

5M ago35:21

35:21

As the boom in women’s sports continues, led by Caitlin Clark’s arrival to the WNBA, the inaugural season of the Professional Women’s Hockey League, and Nelly Korda’s dominant season on the LPGA Tour, BetMGM has seen that rising tide impact its sports betting handle in a bullish manner. Scott Woodgate, the company’s Vice President in charge of Cana…

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OLG Leaders Continue to Push Ahead on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 1:00:12

5M ago1:00:12

1:00:12

On the latest edition of the Gaming News Canada Show, we are joined by two women who’ve been instrumental in the highly acclaimed efforts of the Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation when it comes to creating and continuing to push forward with a culture that embraces diversity, equity and inclusivity. Catherine Meade, the Vice President of Communit…

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"Moral Realism" with Will Tant 1:03:37

5M ago1:03:37

1:03:37

You won't want to miss this week's episode of "Explorers" featuring Will Tant! Ken and Will embark on an extremely engaging dialogue that highlights a number of issues pertaining to faith, scripture, current events and atheism. Will Tant is an Ethicist and speaker who provides clarity on contemporary cultural concerns, specifically focused on the t…

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BITESIZE | Michael O’Neill: Northern Ireland’s Spirit of Success 11:16

5M ago11:16

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Today’s story comes from Michael O’Neill, who describes how he kindled the team spirit in his Northern Ireland squad. Listen to the classic versions of the original episodes: Classic Big Interview: Michael O’Neill Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Interview: Michael O’Neill Part Two - The Big Interview with Graham …

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iGaming Ontario wins court case, the case for gaming tax hikes, and more 47:24

5M ago47:24

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Given the recent cornucopia of happenings around the business of sports betting and igaming, we brought back the Gaming News Canada Show panel with Amanda Brewer and Phill Gray. The rapid-fire roundtable featuring the two gambling industry veterans opened with a discussion on the recent ruling by the Ontario Superior Court against the Mohawk Counci…

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Classic Big Interview: Craig Gordon 58:48

5M ago58:48

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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Craig Gordon from season two. This was a fascinating discussion about Craig’s remarkable campaign at Celtic, during which he proved he could play out from the back – even at the Camp Nou. We also talked about the devastating injury which kept the Scotland No1 out of the game for two years. Craig revea…

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