Best WNC Podcasts (2025)

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In final stop in WNC, Gov. Roy Cooper reflects on lessons learned over 2 terms 7:18

3d ago7:18

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In his final days as governor, Roy Cooper discussed disaster recovery, housing challenges, and plans for the future during a visit to Western North Carolina.By Helen Chickering

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #485 - Handbags for Hope WNC with a Disney connection! 40:20

17d ago40:20

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"The Dubs"#485 - Pam and Chris talk with Gretchen Green about her Disney backstory, her amazing Disney connection (through her Husband) and her moment of inspiration - Handbags for Hope WNC! Handbags for Hope started out of a moment of inspiration and love after Hurricane Helene and has blossomed into something unexpectedly wonderful! Find The Dub …

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WNC Mission Update 34:57

23d ago34:57

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Message from Alex and Brittany Goff on December 8, 2024. SUMMARY The speaker and his wife Brittany went to western North Carolina to help with disaster relief efforts after Hurricane Helene hit the area. They initially went to find a friend but ended up being called to help in the community of Pensacola, which was completely cut off and in desperat…

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Legal Issues in EMS Explained 35:12

4h ago35:12

35:12

Chief Douglas Randell reviews the 2024 legal issues in EMS with Attorney Douglas Wolfberg.By JEMS

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North Carolina’s clean energy sector braces for another Trump presidency 6:19

2d ago6:19

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President-elect Trump plans to “unleash American Energy” with a heavy emphasis on fossil fuels. But what does this mean for North Carolina — a state that has its own energy agenda and carbon pollution reduction goals?By Zachary Turner

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Bonus: Moses Asch & Folkways Records 2:12:06

3d ago2:12:06

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A few years back, we had the pleasure of partnering with Smithsonian Folkways for a special two part series on Folkways Records founder Moses Asch, who was born 99 years ago earlier this month. To honor his legacy, we combined these two pieces and re-releasing them today. We’ll traverse Moe’s early career, bankruptcy, and the tumultuous yet tantali…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #487 - 2024 Disney Year in Review with the Royal Court 1:03:24

3d ago1:03:24

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"The Dubs"#487 - Join the Royal Court (Jen Baughman, Cassandra Callahan, and Jenny Barriger) as the revisit all the good (and bad) news of 2024 with our Year in Review! But wait...what about our predictions from last year? And what will the ladies predict for 2025? Join us in Show #487 and find out! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRevue.co…

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Forgiveness - December 29, 2024 31:26

4d ago31:26

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Forgiveness Standalone Essential Church December 29, 2024 SUMMARY Forgiveness is defined as a conscious, deliberate decision to release feelings of resentment or vengeance towards someone. The speaker shares his personal story of not being able to forgive his father who abandoned him and later committed suicide. Forgiveness is mentioned numerous ti…

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Esparza reflects on historic appointment as first NC Latino Cabinet member 3:38

4d ago3:38

3:38

Gabriel Esparza, who resides in Charlotte, will become North Carolina’s first Latino Cabinet member when he's sworn in with Gov.-elect Josh Stein on Jan 11.By Julian Berger

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As tumultuous 2024 ends, Canton mill site’s future remains uncertain 3:39

7d ago3:39

3:39

With several lawsuits swirling, the former Pactiv Evergreen mill location is in limbo — and so is the status of Canton’s wastewater treatment.By Felicia Sonmez

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The Avett Brothers continue their New Year's Eve tradition of NC shows 3:38

7d ago3:38

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The Avett Brothers are bringing their blend of folk rock back to Charlotte on New Year’s Eve. The Concord natives performed at NPR’s Tiny Desk in 2009.By Woody Cain

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The Faithful, The Faithless and the Joy of Christmas 32:59

10d ago32:59

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The Faithful, The Faithless & the Joy of Christmas Standalone Essential Church December 22, 2024 SUMMARY The pastor has preached over 100 Christmas messages in his 30-year career, and he feels he has exhausted the material from the few biblical chapters about Christmas. The pastor prefers preaching Easter messages because the entire New Testament a…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #486 - Disney randoms with Pam Wilfing 55:52

10d ago55:52

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"The Dubs"#486 - Happy Holidays! Pam and Chris gather for an informal show during this Holiday week to discuss some recent travel experiences with Hertz, TSA and talk about the good, bad, and...we're not so sure...in the Disney Parks! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRevue.com Twitter (X) @dubdeedubrevue Facebook @thedubdeedubrevue Instagra…

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Prehospital Blood Pressure Intervention for Acute Stroke 42:41

14d ago42:41

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When every second counts in a medical emergency like a stroke, deciding on the right course of treatment can be life-changing. Strokes come in two main types—ischemic and hemorrhagic—each requiring very different treatment approaches. But what if a critical intervention, like lowering blood pressure, could be started right there in the ambulance? C…

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Tom Yahnke 57:39

14d ago57:39

57:39

Battalion Chief (Ret.) Tom Yahnke joins the podcast to discuss peer support teams. We discuss the importance of peer support teams, the difference between peer support and EAP, and what makes a good peer support team member. We also discuss the life-altering incident he experienced on a fire and how peer support, if available at that time, may have…

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Seeking Sustainability and Positive Change 40:57

15d ago40:57

40:57

Eric Chase and Brett Lyle have a conversation to help us prepare our minds for the New Year. Let's share positive, contagious growth and development with accountability.By JEMS

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Staffing and Education 25:21

16d ago25:21

25:21

JEMS Editor-in-Chief Dr. Ted Lee speaks with T. Ryan Mayfield and Andrew Pearson of Hennepin EMS on how the agency is addressing its staffing shortage and empowering its education program. Listen to Part 1 here.By JEMS

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Wisdom For Life 39:48

18d ago39:48

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SUMMARY The message of the "wisdom literature" in the Bible (Proverbs, Job, Ecclesiastes) is to avoid being foolish and make wise decisions. As the "CEO" of our own lives, we are tasked with making difficult decisions based on an uncertain future, just like a company CEO. Proverbs provide general principles of wisdom to guide us, but we should not …

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Friday Night Lights: Shift 7 – The Positive-Pressure Vise 6:24

27d ago6:24

6:24

You are dispatched to a pedestrian struck approximately seven blocks away at an off the beaten path intersection. You hop in the rig look over to your partner and voice your satisfaction with tonight‘s dinner choice. They nod in agreement and also highlight the fact you both were able to finish uninterrupted. It’s an uneventful response and you arr…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #484 - Disney Starlight, Wailulu Bar & Grill, Lakeside Lodge and much more Disney news! 33:07

27d ago33:07

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"The Dubs"#484 - Cassandra and Chris fire through the Disney news and discuss Test Track timelines and sponsorship, Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away, the Pirates Tavern & Spaceship Earth Lounge, Lakeside Lodge DVC and much more on this fun version of The Dub Dee Dub Revue podcast! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRevue.com Twitter (X)…

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The State of EMS in The State of Indiana 26:30

1M ago26:30

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EMS P.O.D. host Doug Randell discusses the EMS Commission in Indiana, the gubernatorial-appointed group that advises EMS on issues that affect EMS in the State of Indiana.By JEMS

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Guarding Your Heart - U, Inc. 34:29

1M ago34:29

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Guarding Your Heart U, Inc. Essential Church December 1, 2024 SUMMARY Guarding your heart is crucial - it's the wellspring of your emotions, thoughts, and life. Guarding your heart involves guarding your words - being careful not to speak perverse or corrupt things that distort the truth. Guarding your heart also involves guarding your eyes and whe…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #483 - 2024 Holiday Happenings at the Walt Disney World Resort 1:06:18

1M ago1:06:18

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"The Dubs"#483 - Jen and Chris talk about ALL the Holiday Events & Food options at the Walt Disney World Resort this December!Do you want to meet Santa or have an Egg Nog Shake with a Smores Churro? We discuss these and many more on this fun version of The Dub Dee Dub Revue podcast! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRevue.com Twitter (X) @du…

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Moving Mountains: Hurricane Helene in WNC 30:12

1M ago30:12

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In late September of this year, Hurricane Helene struck the mountains of Western North Carolina, bringing devastating flooding, mudslides and damage to the area. Host John Sammons is joined by Paramedic Garry Pomerleau to talk about his experience during and after the storm as not only a responder, but a resident of the area. You can read his artic…

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What's Better Than Mind Over Matter? - U, Inc. 31:55

1M ago31:55

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SUMMARY The concept of "You Incorporated" - examining whether we would keep our job if we were the CEO, CFO, or manager of our own lives. The issue of self-control and being "mastered" by things we desire, such as addictions, impulses, and cravings. The limitations of willpower and the ancient Greek philosophical idea of the "mind over matter" appr…

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Beyond Epinephrine: The Future of CPR with Ultrasound and Esmolol 30:17

1M ago30:17

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After six doses of epinephrine, it may be too late for the CPR patient. Emergency physicians Dr. Zachary Boivin and Dr. Trent She, both from Connecticut, discussed their recent study entitled "Epinephrine in Cardiac Arrest: Identifying a Potential Limit for Resuscitation."1 This research sought to determine if there is a ceiling to the effective us…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #482 - 44 Weird Facts about Thanksgiving from Reader's Digest (and a little Disney talk too) 1:04:04

1M ago1:04:04

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"The Dubs"#482 - Happy Thanksgiving week everyone! Pam and Chris move away from the Disney bubble to share some strange Thanksgiving facts from Reader's Digest! Did you know that the first Thanksgiving was a 3 day event?!? Did you know that President Calvin Coolidge was once mailed a racoon to eat for Thanksgiving?!? We discuss these and many more …

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What to Know about Pertussis 21:05

1M ago21:05

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It appears that Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers – Lassa Fever, Ebola and Marburg virus are getting all the press. However, Pertussis (whooping cough) is an area that needs focus. The cases for 2024 are at least four-times higher than in 2023, and many departments have not offered the required Tdap booster to protect healthcare personnel. An additional dos…

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Follow the Money to Find Faith - U, Inc. 33:59

2M ago33:59

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SUMMARY The importance of managing your finances and being a faithful steward of the resources God has entrusted to you. The biblical principles of budgeting, avoiding debt, and prioritizing God over money. How our finances and spending habits reveal the true condition of our hearts and relationship with God. The temporary nature of earthly possess…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #481 - Disney Vacation Club Myths 48:39

2M ago48:39

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"The Dubs"#481 - Scott Ferraioli from dvc-rental.com and buyandselldvc.com joins us to shed some light on popular Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Myths! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRevue.com Twitter (X) @dubdeedubrevue Facebook @thedubdeedubrevue Instagram @thedubdeedubrevuepodcast Lastly, Thank You to our sponsor for making this show happe…

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WNC Roots Music History LIVE! 45:21

2M ago45:21

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Back in July of 2024, I had the pleasure of bringing the first LIVE American Songcatcher podcast experience to the historic Graham County Courthouse in Robbinsville, NC. This time, I can't edit out all of my stumbles. The multimedia presentation traverses Western North Carolina music history starting with the native Cherokee, first settlers and imm…

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Soul Confetti: Heather Robbins 1:08:41

2M ago1:08:41

1:08:41

Send us a text Heather Robbins discusses her pieces in Soul Shine and Sensual Soul Shine. Through her life challenges and the death of her husband, she found a new way of being in this world. “Her understanding of the physical realm coupled with her passion for energy gives her a unique perspective and ability to facilitate powerful shifts in those…

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Recruiting and Retaining Veterans 23:26

2M ago23:26

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JEMS Editor-in-Chief Dr. Ted Lee speaks with Global Medical Response’s Natalie Jobst about training veterans for EMS careers.By JEMS

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #480 - Hall of Presidents, Lightning Lane Premier Pass, Tiana's New Year Adventure and more! 47:47

2M ago47:47

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"The Dubs"#480- Pam and Chris discuss the post-election future of Hall of Presidents, a potential Lightning Lane Premier Pass ruse, allergen friendly dining menu concerns for the Holiday season and Tiana's New Years Adventure! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRevue.com Twitter (X) @dubdeedubrevue Facebook @thedubdeedubrevue Instagram @thedu…

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Coffee with Veterans 22:32

2M ago22:32

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Every month, North American Rescue (NAR) hosts a unique event called "Coffee with Veterans and First Responders." This initiative, now in its fifth year, offers a valuable space for local heroes to connect, network and discover new career opportunities. Led by Anna Harris, a veteran and the director of Human Chemistry and Talent at NAR, Coffee with…

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The Politics of Jesus Part 3 - Thy Kingdom Come 31:54

2M ago31:54

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The Politics of Jesus Part 3 Thy Kingdom Come Essential Church November 10, 2024 SUMMARY: The speaker emphasizes that the central focus of Jesus' teachings was the kingdom of God, not political agendas or ideologies. The speaker explains that the kingdom of God is not a physical, political entity, but a spiritual reality that is present among us an…

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From Post-Traumatic Stress and Addiction to Advocate 46:20

2M ago46:20

46:20

Brian Paul, president of Veterans for Life USA, shares his story of addiction, suicidality and how he now serves with hope and understanding through inspiration.By JEMS

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Susan Bailey 49:17

2M ago49:17

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Susan Bailey, director of the Louisiana Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and president of the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) joins the podcast to discuss the association’s role in EMS. We discuss what got her involved in the association and how she ascended to the position of president. We discuss the benefits of …

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Building Better Scenarios: A Conversation with Joe Slattery on EMS Simulation in Healthcare Education 57:09

2M ago57:09

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Hosts: Bradley Dean and David Blevins Guest: Joe Slattery, BS Homeland Security & Emergency Management, Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE), Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) Overview: In this episode of the EMS Handoff Podcast, Bradley and David welcome Joe Slattery, a dual-certified healthcare simulation ex…

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Paramedic Perspectives on COVID Through Qualitative Research 40:54

2M ago40:54

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By Bram Duffee, PhD, EMT-P Qualitative research often remains a mystery to those in medicine who are accustomed to the clear-cut, numerical results of quantitative studies. Yet, when it comes to understanding complex, human-centric issues, qualitative research is indispensable. Take the COVID-19 pandemic, for example—an event where numbers alone ca…

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Soul Confetti: Meghan Jones talks about Hurricane Helene 1:06:15

2M ago1:06:15

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Send us a text Meghan Jones shares her story and insight on the event around Hurricane Helene in her life. Meghan gives create advice on ways that may help people to heal from the trauma of Hurricane Helene. She tell of her experiences with talk therapy, journaling and connecting with nature through this experience and within her life. Meghan also …

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ReString Appalachia - Special Episode 25:42

2M ago25:42

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Nicholas Williams, founder of the recovery effort ReString Appalachia, joins the podcast to talk about this wonderful project. Action Link: ReString Appalachia See the Movement: Instagram The mission of the “ReString Appalachia” initiative is to get as many instruments back into the hands of people who lost them throughout Appalachia due to Hurrica…

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"The Dubs" Disney & Travel Podcast #479 - Top Patriotic Walt Disney World attractions & restaurants 42:09

2M ago42:09

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"The Dubs"#479 - Andrea joins Chris to talk about ALL the attractions and restaurant options at Walt Disney World that feature Americana and are "most patriotic". We share some obvious choices but do a deeper dive into ones that might not cross your mind at first! Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue @ TheDubDeeDubRevue.com Twitter (X) @dubdeedubrevue Facebo…

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The Politics of Jesus Part 2 - Thy Kingdom Come 30:43

2M ago30:43

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The Politics of Jesus Part 2 Thy Kingdom Come Essential Church November 3, 2024 Summary - The speaker addresses the topic of Jesus' politics and how it is often misunderstood or used to support certain political views. The speaker examines the interaction between Jesus and Pilate, where Pilate asks Jesus if he is the "King of the Jews" and Jesus re…

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So Many Questions... 34:09

2M ago34:09

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Send us a text In this episode, I push you to ask questions about everything in our world. A few examples I put forth are our food in the USA, plastics, clothing, education, and fear. I feel we are so often in a hum drum, stay in my little world kinda place that we do not look up and question how we feel, what we truly need and how we allow things …

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Operative IQ 24:13

2M ago24:13

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JEMS Editor-in-Chief Dr. Ted Lee speaks with Operative IQ President / CEO EJ Aufderheide. Operative IQ is committed to serving first response industries with controlled substance tracking, RFID solutions and Operative IQ Front Line to address the need for faster and better answers for managing operational readiness.…

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Soul Confetti: Adam Knapp 1:11:19

2M ago1:11:19

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Send us a text Adam Knapp with Knapp Creative Coaching, https://www.linkedin.com/in/knappcreative/, shares with us how 5 Elements of Transformation can help people who have been effected by Hurricane Helene. In this episode, he and I discuss the various ways that heart centered practitioners can support the healing of the Western North Carolina and…

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Hennepin (MN) EMS Paramedic Program Addresses Staffing Issues 26:05

2M ago26:05

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JEMS Editor-in-Chief Dr. Ted Lee speaks with Kerry Degen and Jill McCafferty of Hennepin EMS. Through it’s paramedic program, Hennepin has grown its system.By JEMS

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The Politics of Jesus Part 1 - Thy Kingdom Come 27:54

2M ago27:54

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The Politics of Jesus Thy Kingdom Come Essential Church October 27, 2024 Summary - Jesus was asked a political question about paying taxes to Caesar, but he avoided taking a partisan stance. Jesus emphasized that the ultimate allegiance should be to God, not any earthly political authority. The transcript discusses the historical context of the Pha…

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