Best Steven Chan Podcasts (2024)

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GEP changes signal a 'fundamental' shift in developing our children: Chan Chun Sing 30:20

3h ago30:20

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Since the announcement that Singapore's Gifted Education Programme (GEP) will be revamped to cater to more students, questions about equal distribution of resources and the added burden on teachers have come up. Steven Chia and Crispina Robert put these questions to Education Minister Chan Chun Sing and Ong Kong Hong, divisional director of curricu…

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Ep 126 Chief Judge Veronica Galvan, King County Juvenile Court 57:04

1h ago57:04

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Send us a text King County is experiencing a surge in juvenile crime and in particular serious violent crimes involving guns. More young people have been shot and killed so far this year in King County than all of 2023. Judge Veronica Galvan of King County's Juvenile Court talks about the challenges youth crime is posing for the juvenile system fro…

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Ep 125 Historian/Author Rick Shenkman on Project 2025 43:01

1h ago43:01

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Send us a Text Message. Historian and author Rick Shenkman breaks down Project 2025, a conservative blueprint for taking over the federal government if Donald Trump is elected again to the presidency. Read:https://www.courts.wa.gov/appellate_trial_courts/supreme/bios/?fa=scbios.display_file&fileID=gonzalez Read: https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle…

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National Day Rally 2024: Big shifts in key areas 22:22

20h ago22:22

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Prime Minister Lawrence Wong sketched out his government's priorities in his first National Rally address, with a focus on parents, education and housing. Do the announcements show a significant shift towards a different kind of Singapore? SMU Associate Professor of Law Eugene Tan and Assistant Professor Elvin Ong from the political science departm…

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Mobile Guardian breach: Who is responsible for backups? 22:58

3h ago22:58

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A global cybersecurity breach involving the Mobile Guardian app affected about 13,000 students from 26 secondary schools in Singapore, with devices being wiped remotely by the hacker. How are IT vendors assessed and who is responsible for ensuring backups are done? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert chat with May Chng, chief operating officer and co-f…

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Is it sustainable for hawkers to offer budget meals? 23:00

17d ago23:00

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Nothing gets Singaporeans more united or emotionally riled up than our hawker food and prices. To help alleviate cost of living pressures, all coffee shops leased from the Housing and Development Board (HDB) will need to offer budget meal options by 2026. But how do such meals affect hawkers? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert speak to Dr Teo Kay Key,…

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Ep 124 Unfiltered: The Donald vs Kamala, Duty to Vote, Curbing Gun Violence 1:01:12

22d ago1:01:12

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Send us a text Another unfiltered conversation with former Seattle City Council member Debora Juarez, Converge Media founder Omari Salisbury and Chino Y Chicano host Enrique Cerna. The trio takes up the Harris/Trump race; young people and why they should vote; and the efforts to crackdown on gun violence. UNFILTERED is a co-production of the Chino …

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Income-Allianz deal: Are concerns justified? 22:57

14d ago22:57

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News that German insurance company Allianz is planning to buy a majority stake in Income Insurance has led to sharp criticism. Questions are being asked - is Income Insurance, formerly an NTUC co-operative, prioritising profit over people? Or is it moving as all corporations do? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert speak to Professor Lawrence Loh, direc…

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Ep 123 Washington Supreme Court Chief Justice Steven González 39:17

18d ago39:17

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Send us a Text Message. Chino Y Chicano host Enrique Cerna talks with Washington Supreme Court Chief Justice Steven González about the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision on Presidential immunity, ethical questions involving justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito, declining public trust of the court, and President Biden's proposed reforms for the…

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Are generous health insurance policies inflating medical costs? 28:02

20d ago28:02

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Health Minister Ong Ye Kung recently said that rising medical claims enabled by insurance policies are leading to an unhealthy "buffet syndrome", which in turn increases costs. Steven Chia and Crispina Robert sit down with Liaw Yit Ming, CEO of Foundation Healthcare Holdings and Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend, to break it down. See omnystudio.co…

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Global IT outage: Are we relying on too few big tech companies? 25:15

23d ago25:15

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One bad software update by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike unleashed global chaos last week with flights cancelled, hospital systems down and banking applications going offline. How did a routine update become a full-blown crisis, and will we see more in future? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert ask Gaurav Keerthi, head of advisory and emerging busine…

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Smoking samsui woman mural saga: How much sway does the public have on artwork? 22:05

1M ago22:05

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A mural of a young samsui woman smoking led to weeks of discussion about the artwork and the approval process. When it comes to public art, how can artists balance creativity and regulation? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert chat with Audrey Wong, a programme leader at LASALLE College of the Arts, and artist Belinda Low. See omnystudio.com/listener f…

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CPF nomination: Are there safeguards against ill intentions? 24:06

1M ago24:06

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Singaporean Audrey Fang, who was found dead in Spain, had nominated her alleged killer to be the beneficiary of her Central Provident Fund (CPF) savings. How does the autonomy of choice balance with checks against bad intentions when it comes to CPF nominations? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert get answers from Liang Weirong, senior deputy director …

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Will increasing surcharges kill off demand for metered taxis? 20:32

2M ago20:32

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The taxi industry in Singapore has undergone major shifts since the rise of ride-hailing apps, with passengers swapping standing in line for confirmed rides and flat fees. Are metered taxis still relevant? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert put the questions to transport economist Walter Theseira and the general secretary of the National Taxi Associat…

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Why is it so hard to get recycling right in Singapore? 25:49

2M ago25:49

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Singapore has reduced its waste but domestic recycling rates are falling, according to the latest data by the National Environment Agency. Why aren't more people using the blue recycling bins? When we recycle, does our waste end up being incinerated for other reasons? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert get answers from Professor Tong Yen Wah from the …

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Jessi Jezewska Stevens on Geneva, Gettysburg, Krakow, Tuscany, Siberia, Indiana; on writing for two days and editing for a year; on honeymoons; on precise descriptions and hope; on landing in JFK; and ... 43:47

2M ago43:47

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Welcome to the travel/literary podcast The Wandering Book Collector with host Michelle Jana Chan. This is a series of conversations with writers exploring what's informed their books and their lives around themes of movement, memory, sense of place, borders, identity, belonging and home. In this edition, I’m joined by the writer Jessi Jezewska Stev…

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Ep 122 UNFILTERED with Debora Juarez, Omari Salisbury and Enrique Cerna 52:45

2M ago52:45

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Send us a text This episode was recorded the day after former Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz appeared on the Jason Rantz radio show where he denied accusations of misconduct from female staff members. In the interview, Diaz also came out as gay. We break down the interview and reaction to it. Also, we discuss the aftermath of the deadly shooting …

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When flights run into trouble, how much money should you get? 24:28

2M ago24:28

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Some passengers of SQ321 were given cash advances in light of injuries when the aircraft experienced severe turbulence. Are all airlines obliged to compensate? How are amounts decided and could you later sue for more? Lawyers Paul Ng, head of aviation at Rajah and Tann Singapore LLP, and Chooi Jing Yen from Eugene Thuraisingam LLP are guests. See o…

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Battling against easy access to sexual content on social media 26:54

2M ago26:54

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X, formerly Twitter, recently announced its official policy to allow consensual production and distribution of adult content. While the company says there are safeguards for those under 18, what impact does access to pornography online have on young people and whose job is it to deal with the consequences? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert get the fa…

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What will it take for people to pay more for locally produced vegetables? 29:28

3M ago29:28

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Food security is a critical issue for Singapore because it imports more than 90 per cent of its produce. The 30 by 30 goal - to grow 30 per cent of food locally by 2030 - aims to mitigate this but local farming is still struggling to create a viable ecosystem. Is it cost, consumers or commitment? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert speak to Kenny Eng, …

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Ep 121 Author/Activist Luis Miranda, Jr. 36:30

3M ago36:30

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Send us a text On this episode, Chino Y Chicano host Enrique Cerna talks with author/ activist Luis Miranda, Jr. about his new memoir, RELENTLESS: My Story of the Latino Spirit That Is Transforming America. He may be known as the father of Broadway star Lin-Manual Miranda, but before his son became famous, Luis Miranda, Jr. made his mark as an acti…

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Should we preserve heritage businesses which are not viable? 27:15

3M ago27:15

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The closure of Thambi magazine store after 80 years was met with shock and sadness. But is it unrealistic to expect heritage businesses to survive in a competitive, ever-changing world? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert speak to Singapore University of Social Sciences' Dr Lye Kit Ying and Edmond Wong, a third-generation business owner of Kim Choo Kue…

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Ep 120 UNFILTERED Protests and Business Backtrack on DEI 46:23

3M ago46:23

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Send us a text Chino Y Chicano/ Converge Media present another episode of UNFILTERED with former Seattle City Council member Debora Juarez and Converge Media founder Omari Salisbury. They joined Chino Y Chicano host Enrique Cerna to examine the impact of the protests over the Israel-Hamas War. Do these protests make a difference? Are outsiders hija…

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EP 47 A Room With A Moose - Heaven or Hell? 31:30

3M ago31:30

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It's a room with a Moooooose! (from Invader Zim) What do you need to know to survive/enjoy/prosper from this MOOSEY FATE? What is gravitational whale astronomy? Is the borg just space-box? Is an infinite moose a wave or a particle? (we forget entirely to talk about possible world's theory) As a wise one once said: "Data-fish teaches you".…

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Why do employers still need MCs as proof of illness? 23:45

3M ago23:45

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The Ministry of Health is looking to curb the "excessive issuance" of medical certificates (MCs), especially by telemedicine doctors, following feedback from employers and government agencies. But is there a deeper issue with an outdated system of needing proof of illness? Would a system of trust work better? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert chat wi…

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213 - Then and Now | Steven Argue 20:28

3M ago20:28

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Steven Argue preaches about our call to love, and about how such love is formed as we look back to our past, live in our present, and look ahead in the future. Steven Argue is Associate Professor of Youth, Family, and Culture. Recorded at Fuller’s All-Seminary Chapel on May 15, 2024.

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EP 46(Special!) Anne Boleyn - The Vengeful Queen 49:17

3M ago49:17

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Special OverLondon takeover! As the 19th of May is the anniversary of Anne Boleyn rather unfairly getting the chop, we figured it was high time we honored both her and our OverLondon universe equivalent The Vengeful Queen! (may she rest in vengeance) Can one fire an arrow box from a bow? Ships that fall over when they fire!! Is dressing as a giant …

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PM Lawrence Wong's Cabinet lineup is geared towards the next General Election 24:53

3M ago24:53

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Newly appointed Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced his Cabinet line-up ahead of his inauguration. Why didn't he pick a 4G peer as his deputy? And what is the PAP's game plan as it heads into the next General Election? Assistant Professor Walid Jumblatt and Zulkifli Baharudin, former Nominated Member of Parliament, tell Steven Chia and Crispina …

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(Season 3 return!) EP 45 Powdered Toast Man - Nanotech Buttocks 49:17

3M ago49:17

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Ahahaha, we're doing this again!!! In this episode we delve into the depths of our shared history, to that which grew ridges on our smooth child-brains (for better or worse): Powdered Toast Maaaaaan (from the absurd and disturbing "Ren and Stimpy"). If you have no idea what that is, then you're in for a treat (but it's not my fault if it tastes lik…

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Are our bad driving habits causing fatal traffic accidents? 21:09

3M ago21:09

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The recent accident in Tampines which killed two people has raised questions about Singapore's driving culture. Speeding, beating red lights and drink driving are still stubborn issues. Bernard Tay, chairman of the Singapore Road Safety Council and Julian Kho, general manager at Sgcarmart tell Steven Chia and Crispina Robert what needs to change. S…

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212 - The Way of Love | Soong-Chan Rah 23:31

4M ago23:31

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Soong-Chan Rah preaches about how we are called to extend the love of God to one another—and about what this love might look like in our communities today. Soong-Chan Rah is Robert Boyd Munger Professor of Evangelism. Recorded at Fuller’s All-Seminary Chapel on May 1, 2024.

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Government is determined to work on Singapore's low fertility rate - Indranee Rajah 29:49

3M ago29:49

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In our second part on the issue of falling fertility rates in Singapore, Minister Indranee Rajah gives Steven Chia and Crispina Robert an inside look at why the financial incentives matter and what else might help. Business owner and father of three, Mark Lee, gives his input too. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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36. Bryan Kohberger | Kopacka | Riley Strain | Ruby Franke | Idaho4 And More 4:36:57

4M ago4:36:57

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THOUGHT RIOT PODCAST ✩✩✩✩ THE True Crime ✩ Talk Show(All Theories & Opinions Welcome) CONTACT- ContactThoughtRiot@gmail.com PATREON- Patreon.com/ThoughtRiotPodcastDISCORD- https://discord.gg/UVMzuJyPXyTWITTER- https://twitter.com/ThoughtRiotPodINSTAGRAM- https://www.instagram.com/thoughtriotpodcast TIKTOK- https://www.Tiktok.com/@ThoughtRiotPodcast…

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Falling fertility rate: Why incentives aren’t working 26:11

4M ago26:11

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Singapore’s total fertility rate has fallen to a historic low of 0.97. Citizens aren’t having enough children to sustain population numbers and all the money spent to encourage procreation doesn’t seem to work. Steven Chia and Crispina Robert talk about what’s causing the decline with Dr Norman Li, psychology professor at the Singapore Management U…

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211 - Spirited Bodies | Johnny and Clara Ramírez-Johnson 25:00

4M ago25:00

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Johnny and Clara Ramírez-Johnson preach from Song of Songs, sharing about the image of God and the importance of our bodies. Johnny Ramírez-Johnson is professor of anthropology and profesor del Centro Latino, and Clara M. Jorge Ramírez-Johnson is a retired professor of Spanish and Caribbean literature. Recorded at Fuller’s All-Seminary Chapel on Ap…

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Flexible work guidelines: How useful are they, and what will they mean for employees and bosses? 29:50

4M ago29:50

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Come Dec 1, all companies in Singapore must have a process in place when their staff ask for formal flexible work arrangements. This has become a major talking point centred around balancing business realities and employee needs. Steven Chia and Crispina Robert cut through the weeds with Gan Siow Huang, Minister of State for Manpower and Education,…

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Can Singapore produce another Olympic gold medallist? 26:03

4M ago26:03

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In this first episode of a brand-new CNA podcast called Deep Dive, hosts Steven Chia and Crispina Robert talk sports. How has the Singapore sporting infrastructure changed since Joseph Schooling won gold in 2016? Former national swimmer Mark Chay and CEO of Sport Singapore Alan Goh are guests. Previously called Heart of the Matter, Deep Dive is now…

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A message to our listeners 1:07

4M ago1:07

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Your favourite news podcast Heart of the Matter returns for a new season with a brand new look and sound. Called Deep Dive and hosted by Steven Chia and Crispina Robert, the podcast continues to give fresh perspectives on the hottest news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA

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Hilary Bradt on getting lost; on the Galapagos and Inca Trail in the 1970s; on aerograms v social media; on hitch-hiking at 82; on her guidebooks to Burma, Iraq, Iran and N Korea; on public footpaths and ... 35:50

4M ago35:50

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Welcome to the travel/literary podcast The Wandering Book Collector with host Michelle Jana Chan. This is a series of conversations with writers exploring what's informed their books and their lives around themes of movement, memory, sense of place, borders, identity, belonging and home. In this edition, I’m joined by the writer Hilary Bradt to dis…

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210 - Love in Action | Alexis Abernethy 22:28

4M ago22:28

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Alexis Abernethy cautions us against getting caught up in cycles of hate and encourages us to move toward faithful and communal love for others. Alexis Abernethy is professor of psychology and Fuller’s chief academic officer. Recorded at Fuller’s All-Seminary Chapel on April 17, 2024.

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209 - Children of God | David Emmanuel Goatley 24:02

5M ago24:02

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David Emmanuel Goatley preaches a word on the love of God, on our identity as God’s children, and on the faith we can have that God overcomes the world. David Emmanuel Goatley is the Clifford L. Penner Presidential Chair at Fuller Seminary. Recorded at Fuller’s All-Seminary Chapel on April 3, 2024.

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UNFILTERED Ep 119 Remembering Matt Chan 54:58

5M ago54:58

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Send us a text Seattle lost a great storyteller and community activist. Matt Chan passed away from kidney cancer on Saturday, March 30. He was 71 years old. After appearing on the first UNFILTERED, Matt knew his declining health would not let him continue. He told his Chino Y Chicano podcast partner, Enrique Cerna that he wanted UNFILTERED to conti…

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208 - Jesus in Our Darkest Nights | Brenda Bertrand 13:55

5M ago13:55

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Brenda Bertrand reflects on the disappointments we may experience when our expectations of God are unmet, as she also dwells on the truth that Jesus is with us in our suffering and guides us through the darkness. Brenda Bertrand is a Fuller Seminary Chaplain. Recorded at Fuller’s All-Seminary Chapel on March 27, 2024.…

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Chino Y Chicano Ep 118 Rest in Peace, Matt Chan 21:57

5M ago21:57

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Send us a text The Chino, Matt Chan passed away on Saturday, March 30. Cancer took his life. His spirit and a legacy of family, community and friendship remain strong. The Chicano, Enrique Cerna remembers his best friend and how his full life brought joy, humor, love and strength that will never be forgotten. Read:https://www.courts.wa.gov/appellat…

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35. Kopacka | Idaho 4 | Bryan Kohberger | Crumbley | Riley And More... 4:30:57

5M ago4:30:57

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Thought Riot Podcast Brent KopackaBryan KohbergerIdaho 4Lost FootageDelphiRichard AllenAnd More...#Idaho4 #bryankohberger THOUGHT RIOT PODCAST ✩✩✩✩ THE True Crime ✩ Talk Show(All Theories & Opinions Welcome) CONTACT- ContactThoughtRiot@gmail.com PATREON- Patreon.com/ThoughtRiotPodcastDISCORD- https://discord.gg/UVMzuJyPXyTWITTER- https://twitter.co…

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Would a 'right to disconnect' law work in Singapore? 20:53

5M ago20:53

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Australia is the latest country to propose legislation around the right for workers to disconnect after office hours. Changing work patterns and 24/7 availability have produced issues like burnout. But would legislation create more problems for companies or could this effect an important shift in Singapore’s work culture? Steven Chia moderates the …

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Ginanne Brownell on hearing clarinets and trombones by a Nairobi city dump; on a fairytale morphing; on big skies; on searching for a cemetery by Lake Michigan; on her next book: a global surrogacy journey ... 28:59

5M ago28:59

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Welcome to the travel/literary podcast The Wandering Book Collector with host Michelle Jana Chan. This is a series of conversations with writers exploring what's informed their books and their lives around themes of movement, memory, sense of place, borders, identity, belonging and home. In this edition, I’m joined by the writer Ginanne Brownell, t…

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Ep 117 Historian Rick Shenkman on Cognitive Dissonance and support of Donald Trump 31:29

5M ago31:29

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Send us a text As a college student at Vassar, Rick Shenkman was a fervent supporter of Richard Nixon. As the Watergate scandal unfolded, Shenkman was unwavering in his defense of Nixon. He was a poster boy for cognitive dissonance, unwilling to admit he was wrong about Nixon. But the firing of Special Prosecutor Archibald Cox in the infamous Satur…

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34. Brent Kopacka | Frat Boy | 4 Chan | Bryan Kohberger | Delphi | Jack 3:56:24

5M ago3:56:24

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Bryan Kohberger Idaho 4 Brent Kopacka Idaho 4 Jack S Idaho 4 Delphi Richard Allen Shanna Gardner Jared Bridegan Madeline SotoThought Riot Podcast #Idaho4 #bryankohberger THOUGHT RIOT PODCAST ✩✩✩✩ THE True Crime ✩ Talk Show(All Theories & Opinions Welcome) CONTACT- ContactThoughtRiot@gmail.com PATREON- Patreon.com/ThoughtRiotPodcastDISCORD- https://…

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What will it take for people to stop littering and keep toilets clean? 23:08

5M ago23:08

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Feedback on littering offences has increased, and rat-related problems are on the rise. Coffee shop toilets continue to rate poorly. Will plans to increase surveillance and name and shame litterbugs work? How long can Singapore rely on an army of cleaners? Steven Chia speaks to Andrew Khng, chairman of the Public Hygiene Council, Dr Serene Koh, dir…

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