Best The Paul And Maureen Show Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 32 – Stuart St. Paul Interview 59:12

19d ago59:12

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In this episode we feature an exclusive interview with Stuart St Paul who appeared in the classic Whose Wife Is It Anyway? from Series 2 of Minder. It was a small part but I could not resist speaking with Stuart as not only did he appear in one of – if not the – best of episodes, but he was also later the stuntman for Dennis Waterman in Stay Lucky.…

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Episode 31 - Nick Pearson Interview 1:08:41

2M ago1:08:41

1:08:41

In this episode we speak to camera grip for 53 episodes ofMinder, Nick Pearson. Nick was behind the camera and at the technical helm for many classic episodes – from the very first to the last in Series 5 – and as you would expect has some terrific insight into how it all came together. Some standout topics include working with the greats such as R…

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Episode 30 – Colin Farrell Interview 51:33

3M ago51:33

51:33

Welcome to episode 30 of the minder podcast in association with minder.org. I remember when the UK Gold TV channel I first came out that I thought it was great that certain TV programmes were being recognised as classics. And UK Gold also featured some more obscure works that were good tosee on TV for the first time. Why do I mention this? Well, be…

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Episode 29 – Glynn Edwards Tribute 44:35

4M ago44:35

44:35

Welcome to episode 29 of The Minder Podcast in association with minder.org. In this episode we bring you a tribute to a man without whom Minder would have looked very different indeed. What would Minder have been without Dave the barman? A very underrated part of the main trio which made Minder famous: Arthur, Terry and Dave, Glynn Edwards was by a…

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Introducing: This Is Uncomfortable 36:55

5M ago36:55

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We have a special episode for you today. We’re excited to share an episode from another podcast at American Public Media called This Is Uncomfortable. This is Uncomfortable, is a podcast from Marketplace about the unexpected ways money can shape our relationships, identities and the choices we make. In this episode, you’ll meet Kashy Keegan, an asp…

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Episode 28 – Dennis Waterman Life and Times Interview 2000 45:09

6M ago45:09

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Happy new year to everyone. Hope you all had a great festive time. But now it’s back to work. In this episode we ease back in lightly with an interview with Dennis Waterman I came across recently which I had never seen before. It was given in 2000 in order to promote his book Reminder.You will most likely have heard our earlier episodes relating to…

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Mariam Main (Mish) on her book, 'Same Script, Different Cast' 36:35

8M ago36:35

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In this episode, Nekesa and Mish talk about the book, Same Script, Different Cast, a book written by Mariam Maina and she talks about how it came to be and the story line. #bedifferentkepodcast #podcast #kenyanpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-different/support…

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Episode 27 – Looking For Micky (A Krays Bedtime Story) 42:00

8M ago42:00

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This one is a little different as you will no doubt have seen. So what’s occurring, what’s this all about? Well, I have had a few requests for doing an episode deep dive and wasn’t sure if I wanted to start that process as it could become addictive. After all, there are 109 to play with. But sometimes you come across something that you didn’t expec…

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Paul Brian, a cyber security expert on his boo, ' Parenting in the Digital Era' 44:58

8M ago44:58

44:58

In this episode, Paul Brian and Nekesa talk about the making of the book, 'Parenting in the Digital Era' and how important it is to read it and understand what the kids of today are engaged in, in the Digital Space. Paul Brian talks about Identity, values, morals, and the importance of parents to read this book. #bedifferentkepodcast #kenyanpodcast…

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Kinya Gitonga, a counselling psychologist and author of two books shares her philosophy 36:15

9M ago36:15

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In this episode, Kinya Gitonga, A counselling psychologist and an author narrates how she has managed to author two books as a University student and her lessons being a counselling psychologist. She is giving #Different #bedifferentkepodcast #kenyanpodcast #africanpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-differe…

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Edd Taka, a young author on his book on Spirituality, God and Mental Health (ep75) 53:56

9M ago53:56

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In this episode Nekesa speaks to Eddy Taka, a young author who has published a book from his struggle with mental health. He narrates his experience of losing a loved one, grief and the three things that helped him; God+Theraphy+Community. Have a listen! #bedifferentkepodcast #podcast #mentalhealth --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spoti…

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Why Be different? Re-introducing the Be Different Podcast 34:45

9M ago34:45

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In this episode, the host, Nekesa Esther answers some questions about the podcast and what makes it special .Welcome to the #Bedifferentkepodcast #podcast #kenyanpodcast #africanpodcasts --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-different/support

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County Minister Dr. Ruth Dama Masha on Career Transition and upskilling (ep 74) 24:35

9M ago24:35

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In this episode, Nekesa has a quick sit-down with Hon. Ruth Dama Masha and they talk about her career transition from being a medical doctor to a psychiatrist in the county of Kilifi with so many responsilities. #Bedifferentkepodcast #podcast #podcastshow #career --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-different/support…

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Anita Makori on quitting a health Data Scientist job for School (ep 73) 24:09

9M ago24:09

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In this episode, Nekesa and Anita profile the life of Anita, a 24 year old health data scientist who is living her life big and different. Anita spoke about mentorship, persistance and resilience in her journey towards achieving her dreams. #Bedifferentkepodcast #podcast #kenyanpodcast #Africanpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.sp…

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Maureen Mambo on her Career Journey and lessons learned (ep 72) 34:37

9M ago34:37

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In this episode, Nekesa and Maureen delve deep into a conversation about Maureen's Career journey. Maureen speak about her achievements in her #PR journey and sheds light on some of the challenges she has encountered. #womeninPR #career #Careerjourney #Publicrelations #podcast #poodcastshow #bedifferentkepodcast --- Support this podcast: https://po…

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ObsGynae Dr. K on Teenage Pregnancies and Power of Mentorship 47:06

9M ago47:06

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In this episode, Dr. Karen talks about the medical career, the kenyan health system, access to healthcare services and how she is mentoring young girls through the Dr. K Foundation. Have a listen! #Sexualandreproductivehealth #srhr #podcastshow #bedifferentkepodcast #podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-diffe…

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Kazi si Kazi according to Gen z ft. Nicole and Beverly (episode 70) 1:06:25

9M ago1:06:25

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In this episode, Nekesa has a sit-down with millenials Nicole and Beverly and they discuss Gen Z's perception of work. What entails a toxic workplace and what is fulfilling work? Listen to them talk about what it means to do fulfilling work. #work #genz #podcast #bedifferentkepodcast #podcastshow --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify…

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The uncertainty of transitions from school to adulting ft Emma and Adrian (ep 69) 37:26

9M ago37:26

37:26

In this episode, Emma, Adrian and Nekesa talk about the uncertainty that comes with the transition after school to adulting. The world of work and the different paths that lives take after school. #Bedifferent #Bedifferentkepodcast #podcast #podcastshow --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-different/support…

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Introducing: The Best Advice Show 5:07

9M ago5:07

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We have a special episode to share this week from the podcast, The Best Advice Show. The Best Advice Show is your twice-weekly reminder that there are weird, delightful and effective ways to make life slightly and sometimes profoundly better. In every (very short) episode of the show, a different contributor offers their take on making life more jo…

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Bonus Ep 4 | Where are we now? 28:12

9M ago28:12

28:12

It's been a year since the decision was revealed. In this bonus episode, Mohsin and Dalia catch up on everything that's happened since. For a full transcript of this episode, visit www.tinyhugedecisions.org. We want to hear what you think about Tiny Huge Decisions! Please help us out by filling out a short audience survey: tinyhugedecisions.org/sur…

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Bonus Ep 3 | Michelle 26:16

10M ago26:16

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In “Episode 3: Where does the love start and end?”, Dalia played clips for Mohsin of calls she'd had made to Michelle – who had been a surrogate for her sister-in-law. This bonus episode is an extended cut of that interview. Michelle talks about her motivations and her experiences during and after the pregnancy, and gives some useful advice to Dali…

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Now we want to hear YOUR stories 0:29

10M ago0:29

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Thank you to everyone who's been listening to Mohsin and Dalia's story. Now, we'd love to hear yours! Send us your experiences of decision-making — starting a family, building a family, helping a friend, or any other life-changing decisions. Visit www.tinyhugedecisions.org/submit to send us your story. You may even appear in a future episode.…

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Episode 26 – Debbie Arnold Interview 52:15

9M ago52:15

52:15

Welcome to episode 26 of The Minder Podcast in association with minder.org. What red blooded male would not love to have met DebbieArnold in the 80s? Much less spoken to her for an hour. Well, it’s 2023 and Debbie is still as lovely as ever. There is a photo of Royce Mills – Arthur’s accountant – on the Minder Podcast website. Go and take a look bu…

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Bonus Ep 2 | Maureen 28:23

10M ago28:23

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In “Episode 1: Are they serious?”, Mohsin and Dalia discussed his struggles at university. At this time, Mohsin saw a university counselor named Maureen. The pair developed a friendship outside of their counseling relationship and have been close for 20 years – Maureen even came to Mohsin and Matthew’s wedding. Mohsin put the producers in touch wit…

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Bonus Ep 1 | Interview with journalist Paul Morgan-Bentley 18:03

10M ago18:03

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In “Episode 4: Meet Matthew”, Mohsin played Matthew clips from an interview he conducted with Paul Morgan-Bentley, a journalist and author who has had a child through a surrogate. In this first bonus episode, here is an extended cut of Mohsin’s conversation with Paul, where they discuss the shape of the relationship between parents, surrogates and …

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Ep 8 | What now? 20:32

10M ago20:32

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So… what do Mohsin and Dalia do now? For a full transcript of this episode, visit www.tinyhugedecisions.org. We want to hear what you think about Tiny Huge Decisions! Please help us out by filling out a short audience survey: tinyhugedecisions.org/surveyBy America Public Media

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Ep 7 | The Letter 23:36

10M ago23:36

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It’s all been leading up to this: Dalia has made her decision. Mohsin and Dalia prepare for the life-changing reveal. For a full transcript of this episode, visit www.tinyhugedecisions.org. We want to hear what you think about Tiny Huge Decisions! Please help us out by filling out a short audience survey: tinyhugedecisions.org/survey…

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Episode 25 – Kevork Malikyan Interview 1:11:00

10M ago1:11:00

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This time we feature an exclusive interview with Kevork Malikyan, the very recognisable face of a variety of starring side roles, from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade to Midnight Express. Let’s not forget Mind Your Language and The Professionals. From his very first role on screen in 1968’s Portrait of a Lady, Kevork has starred alongside acting…

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Ep 6 | This is serious 22:07

11M ago22:07

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Is a vague idea between friends about to become a reality? A year into the process, and on the verge of a decision, Mohsin and Dalia sit down with a dozen pages of a surrogacy agreement, and hash out the details of exactly how this could work. There’s little decisions to make about conception, pregnancy and birth – and these old friends don’t alway…

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Ep 5 | A family affair 25:03

11M ago25:03

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This decision won’t just affect Mohsin and Dalia, but everyone around them. Now, it’s time to open up the conversation to friends and family. When Mohsin first came out, there were times his mother wouldn’t even speak to him – but now, they’re having a heart-to-heart about the importance of family, with a few parenting tips thrown in. Meanwhile, Da…

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Ep 4 | Meet Matthew 29:12

11M ago29:12

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There's someone we haven't spoken with so far... Mohsin’s husband, and the other intended parent, Matthew. Together, Mohsin and Matthew speak about the journey of their relationship. It’s an intimate insight that takes some surprising turns – through identity, race, and guilt. What does Matthew think about all this? Who’s going to be the biological…

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Ep 3 | Where does the love start and end? 30:00

11M ago30:00

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What is it really like to be pregnant with someone else’s child? Dalia shares some of her anxieties from the difficult experience she had with her first pregnancy. Then, she shares some of her own research with Mohsin. She’s spoken to surrogates, finding differences, similarities and common emotional ground. As she learns more about surrogacy, whic…

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Ep 2 | Surrogacy: WTF? 22:19

12M ago22:19

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So... how does this all work? Mohsin's done some research, and he’s ready to guide Dalia through some of the fine print of the surrogacy process. There are different approaches in the US and the UK – with financial and legal implications. But these complex technicalities come back to emotional realities - why does Mohsin want to go through this wit…

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Ep 1 | Are they serious? 33:29

12M ago33:29

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When Dalia said she could carry her best friend Mohsin’s baby, she was… half-joking? But now, they’re talking about it for real. Mohsin and his new husband want a child, and Dalia could be the one to make it happen. So, will they? Won’t they? They’ve committed to exploring the possibility together, before reaching a final decision. But who are thes…

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Episode 24 – Maureen O’Farrell Interview 1:14:30

11M ago1:14:30

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This time we feature an exclusive interview with a very well known actress, particularly in the 80’s, Maureen O’Farrell. It took me a whileto track Maureen down but once I realised she had changed her name to Sara Farouk Ahmed it was a little easier. You would not think it was easier to reach an actress who became a belly dancer and moved to Egypt …

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EP 201 - Dr Ioana Popa - The Seven Levels of Freedom and Empowerment in God 42:43

12M ago42:43

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Cynthia thinks that this may be her favorite interview with Dr. Ioana so far. They go deep into beliefs as one of the seven levels of freedom. Dr. Ioana shares about her atheist background in communist Romania and their commonly held belief about Christians. Just because you believe something… it doesn’t mean it’s so. She made the decision to belie…

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Introducing - Tiny Huge Decisions 2:36

12M ago2:36

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This is a story about two people – best friends Mohsin and Dalia. And one potentially life-changing decision: will she carry his baby? It’s emotional, intimate, and more than a little complicated. This is Tiny Huge Decisions.By America Public Media

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Who are you? ft. Nekesa Esther 15:41

1y ago15:41

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In this episode, Nekesa goes on an introspective journey inspired by Viola Davis' book, 'Finding me' to answer the question, 'Who are you?' Listen to some of the lessons that she shares. #Bedifferentkepodcast #iamnekesa --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-different/support…

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200 - Maureen Diaz - God's Good Table - Advice From a Homesteader 41:28

1y ago41:28

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God created our bodies to thrive on certain foods, and scripture tells us what these foods are. We have been given a manual so to speak on how to be good stewards… the problem is, our food supply has been tampered with, and is very different from what it was in the old testament. Today join Cynthia as she speaks with Maureen Diaz from God’s Good Ta…

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Special episode; Authenticity and Adulting 11:33

1y ago11:33

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In this episode, Nekesa shares her thoughts on #Aunthenticity and #Adulting What are your thoughts? #Bedifferentkepodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-different/support

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Episode 23 – Debbie Does London – Where is Diana Malin? 44:29

1y ago44:29

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Welcome to episode 23 of The Minder Podcast in association with minder.org. For our two-year anniversary of the show it’s time to honour one of the best characters in Minder history. This episode is something a little different, part tribute and part enquiry – we are going to look at the very special Diana Malin and her character of Debbie Mitchell…

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EP 199 Kari Kampakis - Self Care Inspiration for Moms 38:08

1y ago38:08

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Cynthia absolutely loved talking with Kari Kapakis about being a mom, and knows that you will enjoy her also. Taking care of yourself while raising kids is a privilege and a responsibility. What a gift to be able to be an example of good stewardship for your kids! But how do you find the time, and what exactly do we mean by self care? You’ll find o…

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Ep198 Fr. Ted Paraskevopoulos - Obtaining Work Life Balance 38:03

1y ago38:03

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Today Cynthia wants you to get to know Fr. Ted Paraskevopoulos. Almost 5 years ago, he realized that he needed to make some big changes in his life for his health, relationships, work, and family. How did he do this? Today you’ll find out! This is a good podcast for all of us, but it also may be especially for any younger priests out there who need…

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EP 197 - Lauren Joyce - Healthy Tips for Everyone 36:09

1y ago36:09

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Today Cynthia had the pleasure of meeting Lauren Joyce… another Christian health coach who works with women to make their lives everything God created them for. How do we become good stewards of our time and our bodies? Lauren has some excellent tips today that we can all use! Lauren Joyce is a mom to two wonderful young boys, wife to a fabulous hu…

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EP196 - Corey Hatfield - Finding Joy in Chaos 33:26

1y ago33:26

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Cynthia is so happy to introduce you to Corey Hatfield. Recently she read an article Corey wrote on finding joy in chaos… beauty in suffering… and knew she had to meet her. Her story is one of inspiration and her advice and knowledge of biblical truth is sound. We know you are going to enjoy this episode! Corey Hatfield is the mother of five nearly…

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Ep 195 Dr. Ioana Popa - What is Regeneration and How You Can Practice it Each Day 35:01

1y ago35:01

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Doctor Ioana is back with Cynthia, and this time they talk about regeneration specifically. What is it? Why do we need it? And, how can we do it? They go deeper into the spiritual aspect of daily renewal today, and Dr. Ioana shares her own practices with us. Dr. Ioana is the co-founder of the Team For The Soul TM. Team for The SoulTM supports passi…

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194 - Michael Haldas - Is Self Neglect a Sin 38:24

1y ago38:24

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Cynthia brings back Michael Haldas to talk about self care and stewardship. Would you go so far as to say that neglecting the body is a sin? What does neglect look like? Today Cynthia and Michael explore the holistic nature of how God created us. Michael Haldas is an author, a religious educator, and a speaker. He wrote the book Sacramental Living:…

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EP. 193 - Fr. Paul Jannakos - Orthodoxy and Social Media 39:35

1y ago39:35

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Cynthia enjoys another conversation with a fellow flyfishing guest, but we promise that they didn’t talk about fishing this time! Social media is the topic today with Fr. Paul Jannakos. Why do we as Orthodox Christians need to guard ourselves and put boundaries in place when it comes to the internet in general? Is there a place for social media in …

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Episode 22 – Revisiting Reminder (Dennis Waterman Autobiography) 58:45

1y ago58:45

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May 8th is of course the one year anniversary of Dennis Waterman’s passing. If you haven’t already done so you might want to listen to the ⁠tribute⁠ to Dennis released in June last year. In this episode we are going to look back at Dennis’ 2000 autobiography, Reminder, specifically the chapter on Minder. The book, written with Dennis’ manager Deke …

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Ep. 192 - Fr. James Guirguis - Meet a Parish Priest 33:20

1y ago33:20

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Cynthia wants to introduce you to Fr. James Guirguis today! He is the author of “Ask for the Ancient Paths,” and they talk about his background and journey to the priesthood. But there was a stop along the way while in college when his faith was not his highest priority. What can we do for our young people as they prepare for college? Fr. James has…

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