Best Producer for Towards Understanding Podcasts (2025)

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Perfection Is the Enemy of Done: Tips for Loan Officers to Take Action Now | Ep. 543 32:52

3h ago32:52

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"Perfection is the enemy of done." Drawing from real-world coaching experiences, Dustin shares why taking action—no matter how imperfect—is the secret to breaking through business barriers and boosting your sales success. If you’re a mortgage professional struggling with overthinking, procrastination, or just need a dose of real-talk motivation, th…

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Interview with Lindsey Straus | Ep #41 26:28

2h ago26:28

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Lindsey Straus is a 73-year-old trans woman who’s also the biological father of three sons -- triplets -- now in their early 40s. The story of Lindsey’s transition --- from husband, devoted dad, and little league coach to trans woman, social activist, and lay minister at her church in Brewster MA --- is truly inspiring and courageous. But that tran…

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CASS SUNSTEIN: the nudge towards a better future 1:03:27

1h ago1:03:27

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Cass Sunstein is a prominent American legal scholar, behavioural economist, and professor at Harvard Law School. Cass explores the concept of nudging and libertarian paternalism, addressing ethical concerns around manipulation and autonomy. He reflects on climate justice, the moral duties of high-emission countries, and global accountability in cli…

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Michael Franzese - From Mobster to Minister 30:43

1h ago30:43

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Clayton chatted with Michael Franzese, former mob boss for the Colombo crime family in New York, before an encounter with Jesus changed his life. “I don’t know of anybody that reached the level that I reached in that life, and publicly walked away…” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Mortgage Industry Update: Industry Events, AI Assistants, and Acquisitions (May 2025) | Ep. 542 32:34

1h ago32:34

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In this dynamic May 2025 Mortgage Market Update, D.O dives deep into the major shakeups rocking the mortgage industry halfway through the year. From cutting-edge AI advancements unveiled by UWM at their latest mega-event—where Dustin even had a chance to meet industry leaders like Matt Ishbia—to the headline-grabbing acquisition of Movoto, a top re…

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Rebecca St James and Cubbie Fink - Lasting Ever 35:36

1d ago35:36

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The 2024 Dove-award winning film “Unsung Hero” depicted the early years of Rebecca St James family life and music career. Lasting Ever brings fans up to date on Rebecca’s current life and introduces readers to her husband Cubbie Fink’s personal story. Now in their second decade of marriage, the couple join Clayton to unpack the highs and lows of th…

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What Every Loan Officer Needs to Understand About Loan Denials | Ep. 541 29:09

3d ago29:09

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What does it really mean if your loans keep getting denied? Whether you’re a new or seasoned mortgage loan originator, understanding the balance between risk, opportunity, and responsibility is key to long-term success. Get Coached by D.O. - https://tloponline.com/mlo-coaching-programs/?utm_source=TLOP&utm_medium=Description&utm_id=YouTube…

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Echo Chambers of One: Companion AI and the Future of Human Connection 42:17

9d ago42:17

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AI companion chatbots are here. Everyday, millions of people log on to AI platforms and talk to them like they would a person. These bots will ask you about your day, talk about your feelings, even give you life advice. It’s no surprise that people have started to form deep connections with these AI systems. We are inherently relational beings, we …

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LAWRENCE KRAUSS: our cosmic significance in an indifferent universe 1:06:43

4d ago1:06:43

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Lawrence Krauss is a theoretical physicist and cosmologist renowned for his work in particle physics, cosmology, and science communication. Krauss explores the idea of cosmic insignificance and the absence of inherent meaning in the universe, emphasising the importance of appreciating the rarity of life, whilst exploring fundamental questions about…

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Ian McCormack 16:34

5d ago16:34

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Ian McCormack Ian was night diving off the island of Mauritius when he was stung by 5 Box Jellyfish, which are among the most venomous creatures in the world. Ian shares with Clayton how he made it to the hospital but then died. He came back to life more than 15 minutes later and had a dramatic encounter with both Hell and Heaven and an encounter w…

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The Client Who Taught Me Everything About Being a Loan Officer | Ep. 540 29:10

7d ago29:10

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In this candid, story-driven episode, D.O. shares the unforgettable tale of Lowell H. from Jacksonville—the client who shaped his entire career. From tenaciously following up on leads, to navigating tricky closings and learning the hard way about upfront appraisals, he recounts both the challenges and triumphs that taught him the essentials of sale…

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Jodi Rodgers of Birds and Bees 26:04

8d ago26:04

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You might recognise Jodi as the relationship specialist on the Emmy award winning TV show Love on the Spectrum (featured on ABC & Netflix). She has 30 years working within the education, disability and sexuality fields. Jodi has recently published a book internationally sharing stories from her experience working with the autistic community, called…

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The Brutal Truth About Internet Leads Most Vendors Won't Tell You | Ep. 539 40:25

10d ago40:25

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D.O. gets real about internet leads: why you're probably doing it wrong, what they're actually worth, and the hard truth most lead vendors won't tell you. No sugarcoating - just practical advice on turning cold clicks into actual clients. Get Coached by D.O. https://tloponline.com/mlo-coaching-programs/?utm_source=TLOP&utm_medium=Description&utm_id…

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Jeffrey Archer - Prison, Politics & World-famous Author 12:23

11d ago12:23

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Jeffrey spoke to Clayton about his life, writing style, tips for budding authors and where he always writes the first draft of a book. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Positive Media

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RUTGER BREGMAN: the pursuit of moral ambition 1:09:55

11d ago1:09:55

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Rutger Bregman is a Dutch historian, author, and public intellectual renowned for his progressive ideas on social and economic reform. Rutger emphasises that living well means taking meaningful, practical action to address global issues—not just raising awareness. Drawing from his books Humankind and his initiative The School for Moral Ambition, he…

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Valerie Browning - Author - Maalika 20:54

12d ago20:54

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Valerie Browning AM is an Australian nurse and Ethiopiaid's long-time project partner, She shares her extraordinary life in her gripping biography, "Maalika: My Life among the Afar Nomads of Africa". After volunteering to help the victims of Ethiopia's famine in 1973, little did she know that her life - and the lives of countless people in Afar - w…

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Dr James Tour 33:24

14d ago33:24

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One of the world’s top scientist, James M. Tour is a synthetic organic chemist at Rice University. Professor Tour has over 800 research publications and joined Clayton. Dr Tour explained to Clayton how he challenged ten of the world’s leading origin of life researchers to produce evidence for their theories – and all failed to produce any. He share…

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Five Questions to Ask Before Buying a Home in 2024 | Ep. 538 33:50

18d ago33:50

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Join the TLOP MLO Coaching Community! https://tloponline.com/mlo-coaching-programs/?utm_source=TLOP&utm_medium=Description&utm_id=YouTube D.O. tackles one of the most frequently asked questions in real estate: “Is now a good time to buy a house?” Drawing from personal experience, industry insight, and a little bit of humor, he breaks down why the a…

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Top 10 Lessons Learned from 500+ Episodes of the Loan Officer Podcast | Ep. 537 26:28

21d ago26:28

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Ready for the biggest lessons from 500+ episodes and half a decade behind the mic? Join D.O. as he reveals the top business, mortgage, and personal growth lessons he's learned from growing The Loan Officer Podcast community. From epic mistakes and hilarious stories - to what it’s like moving studios and building a loyal coaching tribe, this episode…

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ELIZABETH BARNES: the minority body and the ethics of disability 57:11

18d ago57:11

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Elizabeth Barnes is an author and Professor of philosophy at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, she reflects on her unconventional journey into philosophy, and her experience living with disabilities. Elizabeth questions conventional views on disability, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of wellbeing, and shares how philosophy…

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Sam Childers - The Machine Gun Preacher 9:46

19d ago9:46

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Whether you saw the Hollywood film about Sam’s story or not, make sure you listen as Sam talks about his life story: from being a drug dealer and incredibly violent man, his life-changes as he became a Christian and then his decision to fight against the LRA (Lord’s Resistance Army) to free children in South Sudan, who had been kidnapped to be part…

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AGI Beyond the Buzz: What Is It, and Are We Ready? 52:53

24d ago52:53

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What does it really mean to ‘feel the AGI?’ Silicon Valley is racing toward AI systems that could soon match or surpass human intelligence. The implications for jobs, democracy, and our way of life are enormous. In this episode, Aza Raskin and Randy Fernando dive deep into what ‘feeling the AGI’ really means. They unpack why the surface-level debat…

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Are You in the Clearance Season of Your Life? Desire Doesn't Mean Deserve 17:49

20d ago17:49

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Send us a text 🛑 Are You in the Clearance Season of Your Life? You know… that season where things are being stripped away — relationships, jobs, routines, even beliefs that once felt permanent. Where it feels like you’re being reduced, repositioned, maybe even overlooked. Let me tell you — you’re not alone. Sometimes, what looks like loss is actual…

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5 Things I’d Do Differently If I Started as a Loan Officer Today | Ep. 536 22:59

25d ago22:59

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🔥 D.O.'s EXCLUSIVE Coaching: https://tloponline.com/mlo-coaching-programs/ D.O. reveals what actually worked building his multimillion-dollar business! Skip the trial and error – learn which strategies and systems D.O. would 100% implement again if starting from scratch today. Walk away with actionable steps to accelerate your mortgage career regar…

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Andy Bannister - Author of How to Talk About Jesus Without Looking Like An Idiot 32:52

22d ago32:52

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Andy is the Director of Solas and author of the book 'How to Talk About Jesus Without Looking Like An Idiot'. Andy chatted with Clayton about asking good questions as a basis of any conversations about faith... and he suggests ways to answer tricky questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Generating 100 Leads a Month Without Realtors: Dave Hochberg’s Mortgage Playbook | Ep. 535 42:54

28d ago42:54

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JOIN the TLOP 🌊 ! https://tloponline.com/mlo-coaching-programs/ Dave Hochberg reveals how he built a $100M+ mortgage business through radio! D.O. digs into Dave's proven strategies for dominating your local market through media. Learn actionable steps to leverage podcasts, radio, and TV to generate endless mortgage leads. Subscribe for more insider…

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What are you chasing? Is it Worth It? I am done chasing. You can have it all! 21:22

30d ago21:22

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Send us a text Are You Chasing Something? By Tam L. A wise woman once told me, “Anything that’s running away from you is not for you.” That statement hit differently the more life happened to me. It’s easy to romanticize the chase—whether it’s money, love, career success, or validation. But let’s pause for a second: How many of us are out here chas…

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THOMAS NAGEL: the mind and the universe 1:03:24

25d ago1:03:24

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Thomas Nagel is an American philosopher known for exploring consciousness, ethics, and the limits of scientific explanation. He is best known for his essay "What Is It Like to Be a Bat?" and his critique of materialism in Mind and Cosmos. Thomas discusses how he was drawn to philosophy, he elaborates on the major themes of his work, especially the …

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Pay that Back: Ask Not! Why Trump's Rollback on Student Loan Debt? 11:15

26d ago11:15

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Send us a text Amidst the ongoing debate about student loan debt, the current administration is actively pursuing the repayment of outstanding balances, a move impacting some Trump voters who may have anticipated different economic policies. This intensified collection, utilizing the Department of Education, follows the rejection of broader forgive…

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What College Students REALLY Think About Homeownership | Ep. 534 24:03

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JOIN the TLOP 🌊 ! https://tloponline.com/mlo-coaching-programs/ In this enlightening Q&A session at the University of Central Florida, D.O. breaks down complex housing market dynamics, career opportunities in mortgage finance, and what today's Gen Z consumers need to know about homeownership.By Dustin Owen

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Rethinking School in the Age of AI 42:35

28d ago42:35

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AI has upended schooling as we know it. Students now have instant access to tools that can write their essays, summarize entire books, and solve complex math problems. Whether they want to or not, many feel pressured to use these tools just to keep up. Teachers, meanwhile, are left questioning how to evaluate student performance and whether the who…

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Renée Bondi – Quadriplegic 31:42

29d ago31:42

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Renée Bondi was engaged to be married and had a beautiful singing voice, a thriving career as a music teacher, and a loving family. But then one night a bizarre accident shattered her spine and left her quadriplegic - waking up and suddenly diving off her bed. Her life changed forever. Unwilling to accept that her life was over, Renée searched her …

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Relationship Skills Close More Loans Than Rates | Ep. 533 30:16

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JOIN the TLOP 🌊 ! https://tloponline.com/mlo-coaching-programs/ The People Business: Master the relationship skills that top-producing loan officers use daily! In this episode, we break down why mortgage success isn't about rates and products—it's about meaningful connections. Learn proven strategies to build trust, communicate effectively, and dev…

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ARTHUR C. BROOKS: the pillars of happiness 1:15:40

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Arthur C. Brooks is an author and academic, he has written 13 books and is a columnist for the Atlantic with 'How to Build a Life' Arthur leads this discussion exploring the concept of happiness from interdisciplinary perspectives, bridging philosophy, neuroscience, and behavioural science. Happiness is defined through the components of enjoyment, …

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Rocket Buys Mr. Cooper - What Next?! | Ep. 532 35:25

1M ago35:25

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More loan originator training and content: https://tloponline.com/mlo-coaching-programs/ D.O. explores Rocket’s latest purchase and what this means for the rest of the mortgage industry.By Dustin Owen

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Ben Fielding - 'First Hymn' Single Release 29:44

1M ago29:44

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Along with Chris Tomlin, Ben Fielding has released a new single, 'First Hymn' which is a reworking of the world’s oldest Christian hymn discovered with lyrics and musical notation. The song launch comes ahead of the release of a documentary, ‘The First Hymn’, produced by Undeceptions, which tracks the discovery of the old hymn on papyrus in the san…

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Retaining Clients and Attracting Talent in the Mortgage Industry | Ep. 531 36:32

1M ago36:32

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More loan originator training and content: https://tloponline.com/mlo-coaching-programs/ D.O. explores the critical balance between attracting and retaining clients, customers, and talent in the mortgage industry. 🏠 This episode delves into practical strategies for loan officers, branch managers, and company owners to develop systems that not only …

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ANTONIO DAMASIO: understanding consciousness 1:08:43

1M ago1:08:43

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Antonio Damasio is a neuroscientist renowned for his extensive research into the neural underpinnings of emotions, decision-making, and consciousness Antonio reflects on his groundbreaking work on the brain, the impact of brain injuries on behaviour, and the connection between physical states and mental processes. Antonio speaks on the ethical impl…

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Dr Beryl D’Souza 27:08

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Dr Beryl D’Souza is the key Indian leader for Dignity Freedom Network (DFN) and she chatted with Clayton about their work in India with those in abject poverty (specific focus on anti-trafficking). Dr Beryl is an Indian national and explained how the work of DFN seeing lives transformed as women and girls discover their value and worth and are set …

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2025 Q1 Mortgage Market Update | Ep. 530 31:32

2M ago31:32

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Join D.O. for a comprehensive mortgage market update as Q1 closes and Q2 2025 begins! 📊 This episode covers critical changes at Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, current housing market conditions, regulatory developments, and interest rate forecasts that will impact loan officers this quarter. 🏠By Dustin Owen

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Peter Goldsworthy - The Cancer Finishing School 23:08

1M ago23:08

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Dr Peter Goldsworthy chatted to Clayton about his book, The Cancer Finishing School and explains that he uses a heavy dose of gallows humour to come to terms with his new reality of an incurable cancer. He has a fascinating story of looking at cancer from a doctor's perspective and then as the individual involved. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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Communication Skills That Close More Loans | Ep. 529 56:45

2M ago56:45

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D.O. interviews communication coach Jamie Miller about mastering effective communication skills for loan officers. Originally from East London, Jamie shares his expertise on question-asking techniques, conversation frameworks, and how to provide value through clear communication. This episode offers practical strategies for mortgage professionals l…

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Forever Chemicals, Forever Consequences: What PFAS Teaches Us About AI 1:04:33

2M ago1:04:33

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Artificial intelligence is set to unleash an explosion of new technologies and discoveries into the world. This could lead to incredible advances in human flourishing, if we do it well. The problem? We’re not very good at predicting and responding to the harms of new technologies, especially when those harms are slow-moving and invisible. Today on …

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SIGAL SAMUEL: optimising morality 1:01:30

2M ago1:01:30

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Sigal Samuel is a writer, editor, and journalist known for her work on religion, technology, and ethics. Sigal shares her value-driven approach to life, offering insights into moral decision-making, ethical giving, and the complexities of modern ethical dilemmas. Through her work in philosophical ethics and her advice column at Vox 'Your Mileage Ma…

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J. Warner Wallace 42:58

2M ago42:58

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J. Warner Wallace is a Cold-Case Detective, Author, Speaker, Senior Fellow at the Colson Center for Christian Worldview, and Adjunct Professor of Apologetics at Talbot School of Theology, Gateway Seminary, and Southern Evangelical Seminary. Clayton chatted with Jim about his recently updated book, Cold-Case Christianity, in which he shares his stor…

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Graham Jenke - honorary member of the Redback Motorcycle Club 23:24

2M ago23:24

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In 2008, Lutheran pastor Graham Jenke met a group of bikers in a South Australian Hotel. He’s now spent over a decade sharing the gospel as an honorary member of the Redback Motorcycle Club. He shares his story with Clayton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Positive Media

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The Loan Officer's Guide to Company Transitions | Ep. 528 49:56

2M ago49:56

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D.O. interviews Julia Brown about navigating mergers and acquisitions in the mortgage industry, addressing three key questions that mortgage professionals often face: - What do you do when your company is purchased by another organization? - What happens when two companies (including yours) announce a merger? - What should you look out for when ant…

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The Evolving Power of Public Relations 29:31

2M ago29:31

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Send us a text Contemporary public relations extends beyond securing media coverage. It requires a comprehensive understanding of all relevant "publics" or stakeholders that impact a brand's success. Strategic positioning is crucial for building authority and tailoring messages to resonate with diverse audiences, including consumers, businesses, an…

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Mortgage Lawsuits: Why They Happen and How to Protect Yourself | Ep. 527 48:40

2M ago48:40

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Let's talk about what nobody wants to discuss: getting sued as a mortgage professional. 🚨 Learn the most common reasons loan officers get sued, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you find yourself facing legal action. Packed with real-world examples and expert insights, this episode delivers the straight talk you need to safeguard your care…

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DAVID DUCHOVNY: the mystery of life 58:49

2M ago58:49

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David Duchovny is an actor, writer, director, and musician, best known for his iconic role as FBI Special Agent Fox Mulder in The X-Files, a sci-fi series that became a cultural phenomenon in the 1990s. David explores the fine line between conspiracy and reality, the ethics of innovation, and the spiritual dimensions of human existence. How do we b…

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