Best Adventurer With Smartphone Podcasts (2025)

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Diving Deeper: Reading the Old Testament with a Gospel Lens | Chad Bird | Ep. 46 33:09

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What if the Old Testament isn’t a harsh rulebook, but a love story pointing straight to Jesus? In this Diving Deeper episode, Adam welcomes Old Testament scholar and 1517 Scholar in Residence Chad Bird to help listeners see the Old Testament as a Christ-centered, grace-filled story rather than a distant or outdated text. Together they unpack the ri…

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God’s Design for Childhood: Adventure, Freedom, and Faith Outdoors | Ginny Yurich | Ep. 45 43:01

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What if the secret to raising happier, healthier children wasn’t another activity, another program, or another screen, but simply going outside? Bethany and Adam sit down with Ginny Yurich, founder of the 1000 Hours Outside movement, to talk about the life-changing power of nature for both children and parents. Ginny shares her journey from being a…

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Birth Control, Big Pharma & Real Health: What Women Aren’t Told | Alex Clark | Ep. 44 1:01:41

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What if the “normal” way women are taught to do health is actually making them sicker? Bethany sits down with culture commentator and wellness advocate Alex Clark to unpack a surprising journey, from a teenage diet of Rice Krispie treats and chicken nuggets to becoming one of the leading voices in the “Make America Healthy Again” movement. Alex sha…

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Diving Deeper: Baptize the Babies? A Biblical and Historical Case | Pastor John Bombaro | Ep. 43 56:31

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Adam and Bethany are back with their Diving Deeper series, and welcome back Pastor John Bombaro to unpack one of the most debated topics in modern American Christianity: infant baptism. Drawing from Scripture, the early church, and church history, Pastor John explains why the historic, global Christian consensus has baptized infants, how baptism is…

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The Tech Exit: Raising Children Without Smartphones | Ep. 42 | Clare Morell 49:43

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What if giving your child a smartphone wasn’t a rite of passage—but a risk too great to ignore? In this episode of All Things Possible, Bethany and Adam sit down with author and policy expert Clare Morell to unpack the hidden costs of handing our children a smartphone. From personal stories to shocking statistics, Clare reveals why moderation doesn…

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Courage in a Culture of Compromise | Kirk Cameron | Ep. 41 29:40

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Bethany and Adam sit down with actor and author Kirk Cameron for an honest conversation about courage, parenting, and faith. From growing up in Hollywood to becoming a husband, dad of six, and now a grandpa, Kirk has learned what it means to go against the current and stand for truth. In this episode, they talk about the challenges of raising child…

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Around the World as a Family: Faith, Surf, and the Beautiful Chaos of Travel | Ep. 40 59:45

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Bethany and Adam invite listeners into a behind-the-scenes look at their two-month family adventure across the globe — from Hawaii to Nebraska, Indonesia, Turkey, Portugal, and back home again. Through jet lag, boat rides, sickness, surf sessions, and toddler meltdowns, they share the heart behind how they choose to live integrated lives — where fa…

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Parenting Triggers & God’s Grace with Amber Lia | Ep. 39 1:10:06

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What if your biggest parenting frustrations could actually be opportunities for growth? Bethany and Adam sit down with author and mom of four, Amber Lia, to talk about the triggers every parent faces, those moments when anger, exhaustion, or unrealistic expectations bubble over. Amber shares her own journey of struggling with anger as a mom, how Go…

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Beyond Body Image: Understanding Eating Disorders with Dr. Deena Muno | Ep. 38 47:02

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Behind every eating disorder is a story far more complex than we realize, and today we’re uncovering what’s really going on. Bethany and Adam sit down with Dr. Deena Muno, a clinical psychologist who works with some of the most severe cases of eating disorders in hospital settings as well as through her private practice. Deena shares from her years…

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From Prison Gates to New Life: The Story of 7More | Joshua and Debs Walker | Ep. 37 54:12

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Ditch the Quick Fix: A Better Way to Health | Kate Deering | Ep. 36 57:24

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Bethany and Adam sit down with Kate Deering—author of How to Heal Your Metabolism—for a real, no-nonsense talk about health, energy, and what’s actually going on inside our bodies. Kate shares how she went from being a fit, driven personal trainer to hitting a wall physically and emotionally, and what she learned about fueling her body in a way tha…

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From Numbing to Nourishing: A 40-Day Reset | Wendy Speake | Ep. 35 40:49

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How many hours are we losing to scrolling? And what is that time costing us—relationally, spiritually, emotionally? In this episode, Bethany and Adam talk with author and speaker Wendy Speake about the heart behind her 40-Day Social Media Fast. They explore what happens when we stop reaching for our phones and start reaching for God. Wendy shares h…

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The Call to Love: Adoption, Foster Care, and the Heart of God | Ashley and Joel Wingo | Ep. 34 42:35

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Why would a couple take in child after child, many from traumatic situations, knowing they might have to say goodbye? For Joel and Ashley Wingo, the answer is simple: God's love for the most vulnerable. In this episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with longtime friends Joel and Ashley, adoptive parents of seven and foster parents to many more, to tal…

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From Overwhelmed to Encouraged: A Real Talk on Motherhood | Kari Kampakis | Ep. 33 55:54

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Motherhood is beautiful, but it’s also incredibly hard. In this honest conversation, Bethany welcomes back Kari Kampakis to talk about the messy, stretching, joy-filled journey of being a mom. They dive into the real stuff: the learning curve that hits you in every new season, what happens when you snap at your kids and feel ashamed, how to stop se…

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Slow Down, Look Up: Finding God in the Present with Kate Merrick | Ep. 32 51:54

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What if the best parts of your life are already right in front of you… But you’re too distracted to see them? In this deeply moving and honest episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with Kate Merrick, author, speaker, surfer, mom, and co-owner of Channel Islands Surfboards, for a conversation about slowing down, living intentionally, and refusing to mi…

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Diving Deeper: Sinner and Saint with Lukas Kjolhaug | Ep. 31 38:22

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Adam and Bethany are diving deeper with Pastor and author Lukas Kjolhaug to talk about his book Sinner Saint. This conversation dives into the tension every believer feels, the pull between our sin nature and our identity in Christ. Together they explore Romans 7, confession, the beauty of dependence on God rather than independence, and why being h…

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Dating with Purpose: Restoring Love, Marriage, and Family in 2025 with Curt Storring | Ep. 30 50:56

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What if dating wasn’t a game, but a path to building the family legacy you dream of? In this episode of All Things Possible, Bethany and Adam sit down with Curt Storring, husband, father of four, and co-founder of the Unplugged Dating Network, for a raw and redemptive conversation on dating in 2025, restoring purpose in relationships, and why God’s…

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From Comparison to Christ: Raising Girls in a Tech-Heavy World Part 2 | Chris McKenna | Ep. 29 37:12

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Bethany and Adam welcome back Chris McKenna, founder of Protect Young Eyes, for another eye-opening conversation—this time diving into the growing anxiety and stress affecting today’s families, especially teenage girls. Chris brings insights from leading researchers, whistleblower testimony, and his years of experience helping families navigate the…

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When Protection Meets Grace: Fighting for Our Children, Part 1 | Chris McKenna | Ep. 28 59:50

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This is one of those conversations every parent needs to hear. Bethany and Adam sit down with Chris McKenna, the founder of Protect Young Eyes, to talk about one of the most important and heartbreaking challenges families face today—children being exposed to explicit content at younger and younger ages. Chris shares his own powerful story of early …

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Diving Deeper: Can I Trust the Bible? Wrestling with Faith, Doubt & Suffering | Ep. 27 50:18

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In this Q&A episode of the Diving Deeper series, Bethany and Adam sit down with their pastor and trusted friend, Pastor William Pierce, to answer real listener questions about faith, doubt, Scripture, suffering, and walking with Jesus in today’s culture. What does it mean to truly walk with Christ as a teenager? Do you have to believe everything in…

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From Food Fear to Food Freedom: A Healing Journey with Fallon Lee | Ep. 26 41:50

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Can food really heal your body and your family? In this episode of All Things Possible, Bethany and Adam sit down with Fallon Lee, a holistic health advocate, writer, and mama of three, to unpack her powerful story of healing—both physical and spiritual. Fallon vulnerably shares how her health began unraveling in early adulthood and escalated after…

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Raising Sons, Loving Strong: Discipleship Starts at Home | Dean Plumlee | Ep. 25 42:05

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Bethany and Adam sit down with longtime friend and disciple-maker Dean Plumlee. Dean spent over 25 years in surf ministry before God led him into a whole new chapter—mentoring pastors, parents, and leaders through Sonlife, a ministry grounded in the life and method of Jesus. Dean unpacks how discipleship starts in the home, how he’s raised his thre…

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Diving Deeper: Union With Christ: How Jesus Meets Us Through Word and Sacrament | Ep. 24 1:30:35

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In this Diving Deeper episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with Pastor John Bombaro for a rich and deep conversation about the physical and spiritual intimacy we’re invited into through Christ. They talk about how Jesus doesn’t just love us from a distance, He actually enters into our lives in real, tangible ways. From Holy Communion to baptism to th…

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How We Met: Our Love Story from Kansas to Kauai | Ep. 23 47:02

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It all started with a cliff jump, a voicemail, and a Kansas boy on a Hawaiian beach… In this episode, Bethany Hamilton and Adam Dirks invite listeners into the behind-the-scenes story of how they met, dated, and got married. From a surprise phone call and a cliff jump at Shipwreck Beach, to long-distance Zoom dates and a proposal in a secret Hawaii…

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Homesteading, Homemaking & Homeschooling with Confidence | Lisa Bass | Ep. 22 28:18

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What if a slower, more intentional life at home could actually make things easier? In this heartfelt conversation, Bethany and Adam sit down with Lisa Bass—homeschooling mom of eight and creator of Farmhouse on Boone—to talk about what it really looks like to raise a big family, cook from scratch, and build a peaceful home. Lisa shares how routines…

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Surviving Fire, Finding Joy | Matt Manzari | Ep. 21 47:01

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What happens when life throws you not one, but two life-altering tragedies, and you survive them both? Bethany and Adam sit down with their close friend Matt Manzari, a former professional wakeskater whose life was radically changed after two near-fatal accidents, one a catastrophic head injury, the other a 12,000-volt electrocution. But Matt's sto…

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Diving Deeper: Drawing Closer to God | Pastor William Pierce | Ep. 20 12:24

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In this Diving Deeper episode, Adam Dirks sits down with Pastor William Pierce for an honest and encouraging conversation about staying rooted in God’s Word, especially when your emotions feel all over the place. Together, they talk about why chasing emotional highs can’t replace the steady truth of Scripture, how feelings can sometimes lead us off…

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From New Age to New Life: Ali Tate’s Journey to Truth | Ep. 19 1:02:49

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Listener note: This episode includes mature spiritual themes and is intended for adult audiences. What happens when you chase spiritual freedom, only to find yourself more lost than ever? In this episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with former model and writer Ali Tate to unpack her journey out of the New Age movement and into something far more gro…

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From Rock Bottom to Redemption: Timmy Hamilton’s Fight for Life | Ep. 18 32:35

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In this deeply personal and raw episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with Bethany’s brother, Timmy Hamilton, to share the story that nearly broke their family. Once a fearless wave charger and devoted dad, Timmy found himself wasting away—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—due to a misdiagnosed chronic illness and a downward health spiral that …

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Joyful Noise, Real Truth | FLAME | Ep. 17 39:45

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In this powerful and refreshingly honest conversation, Adam and Bethany sit down with Christian hip-hop artist FLAME (Marcus Gray) to talk faith, music, and theology that hits deep. From growing up in St. Louis to Grammy nominations and even a courtroom battle with Katy Perry, FLAME shares how his faith has grown through trials, seminary study, and…

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Who God Says You Are | Sadie Robertson | Ep. 16 54:55

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In this honest and inspiring episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with Sadie Robertson Huff for a powerful conversation about identity, calling, and what happens when God pulls you out of the noise to remind you who you are. Sadie opens up about the behind-the-scenes reality of competing on Dancing with the Stars at just 17, the moment she nearly wal…

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Diving Deeper - Gospel Reading with Bethany and Adam | Ep. 15 29:26

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In this short and powerful episode of All Things Possible, Bethany and Adam dive into a chapter from Scandalous Stories by Daniel Emery Price and Eric Sorensen, reflecting on one of the most raw and redemptive moments in Scripture—Jesus’ dinner with a Pharisee and a sinful woman. With a mix of laughter, tears, and truth, Adam reads the chapter “Eve…

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Shark-Proofing Adventure: Ocean Safety with Nathan Garrison | Ep. 14 1:02:32

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In this riveting episode of All Things Possible, Bethany and Adam sit down with Nathan Garrison, the co-founder of Sharkbanz—a revolutionary magnetic shark deterrent born from personal tragedy and a passion for ocean safety. Nathan shares how a shark attack on his best friend became the catalyst for developing Sharkbanz, and why protecting ocean-go…

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From Toddlers to Teens: Faith-Filled Wisdom with Kari Kampakis | Ep. 13 44:24

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Raising children is no easy task—especially in today’s noisy, tech-driven world. In this heartfelt conversation, author and mom of four Kari Kampakis joins Adam and Bethany to share practical wisdom on parenting through every season, from the "barbaric toddler years" to the emotional rollercoaster of the teen years. Kari opens up about her struggle…

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Diving Deeper: Wisdom with Tech | Pastor William Pierce | Ep. 12 19:57

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How do we guide our children through the digital age with wisdom and grace? In this Diving Deeper episode of All Things Possible, Pastor William Pierce joins Adam Dirks for a thoughtful conversation on parenting, technology, and spiritual discernment. From screen time to video games, from Proverbs to Paul’s letters, this episode challenges families…

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Stories That Shape the Soul: The Author Journey of S.D. Smith | Ep. 11 42:39

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What do bunnies, betrayal, and brave hearts have to do with spiritual formation? In this inspiring episode of All Things Possible, Bethany and Adam sit down with S.D. Smith, the beloved author of The Green Ember series—a storyworld that’s captured the hearts of families around the globe. Sam shares how a childhood spent in the hollers of West Virgi…

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Screen Addiction: Why Prevention is Key for Today's Parents | Melanie Hempe | Ep. 10 47:09

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Is screen time stealing your child’s future? In this powerful conversation, Bethany Hamilton and Adam Dirks sit down with Melanie Hempe, founder of ScreenStrong.org, a nurse and mom who learned the hard way how video games and screen addiction can derail a child’s life. From watching her son spiral into addiction to reclaiming family connection, Me…

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Diving Deeper: Modeling Faith in Family | Pastor William Pierce | Ep. 09 22:57

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In this Diving Deeper episode of All Things Possible, Adam and Pastor William have an honest, encouraging conversation about how to raise spiritually rooted kids in today’s fast-moving world. If you're a Christian parent wondering how to instill lasting faith in your children—without carrying the burden alone—this episode will lift your heart and g…

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Raising Resilient Families Through True Health | Kori & Kyle Meloy | Ep. 08 38:16

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Ready to rethink what real health looks like? In this powerful episode of All Things Possible, Bethany Hamilton and Adam sit down with Kyle and Kori Meloy to share how small, God-centered shifts transformed their health, marriage, and family life! From breaking free of burnout to building lasting resilience, they reveal how living more in tune with…

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Pursuing Passion and Purpose: Ben Spell’s Story | Ep. 07 36:54

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Have you ever felt called to something you knew nothing about? Ben Spell, the CEO of Good Ranchers—a thriving meat company with a mission to bring clean, American-sourced meat to families across the nation story that is exactly at! He started out knowing absolutely nothing about the meat industry (he’d never even cooked a steak!), but was moved by …

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Diving Deeper: Loving Our Neighbor in Today's World | Pastor William Pierce | Ep. 06 37:47

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In this thought-provoking episode, Adam sits down with Pastor William Pierce to explore how Christians can navigate the complexities of today’s world with both conviction and compassion. From the transgender movement to challenges posed by atheism and agnosticism, Pastor William shares profound insights on how to love our neighbors while staying gr…

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Raising Resilient Children: The Importance of Building Character | Monica Swanson | Ep. 05 44:30

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In this heartfelt episode, Bethany and Adam welcome Monica Swanson—mom of four boys, homeschooler, and author of three impactful books, including Boy Mom and Raising Amazing. Monica shares her journey of homeschooling and parenting with intentionality, offering wisdom on nurturing character, weaving faith into everyday life, and raising kids with p…

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Embracing God's Guidance for Intentional Family Living | Jason and Tori Benham | Ep.04 44:37

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In this heartwarming and insightful episode, Bethany Hamilton and Adam Dirks are joined by Jason and Tori Benham for a meaningful conversation about marriage, family, and faith. Together, they explore the challenges of parenting through trials, the value of creating margin in family life, and the power of shared experiences to strengthen relationsh…

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Secrets to Building an Unbreakable Family Legacy | Adam Koontz | Ep.03 44:39

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Join Adam and Bethany for an inspiring conversation with pastor and father, Adam Koontz, as he shares his journey of balancing ministry and fatherhood. In a world filled with constant busyness and never-ending demands, Adam emphasizes the profound importance of intentionality when it comes to family. Tune in as they explore the value of investing t…

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How to Be Salt and Light: Transform Your Environment | Beaver Fleming | Ep. 02 37:51

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Pro skateboarder Beaver Fleming opens up about how his faith and values integrate with his skateboarding. Amid a world full of distractions, he highlights the power of building strong character, staying grounded in the Lord, and fully embracing the opportunities that come our way. Beaver reveals how the character God instills in us can not only ele…

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All Things Possible: How To Overcome Obstacles in Life, Family and Faith | Adam and Bethany Dirks | Ep. 01 26:27

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The impact zone is the part of a wave where the chaos hits, you’re spun upside down, you’re gasping for breath and can’t tell which way is up. You can probably relate to that feeling in your life, with your faith, your family or health. Ocean waves aren’t just chaos though - they also have a beautiful, calm stillness as you look down the barrel - t…

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Trailer - All Things Possible with Bethany Hamilton 0:43

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In All Things Possible, Adam and Bethany talk about what’s possible despite the many challenges in life! They will focus on faith, health and family. They’ll also share stories about raising their children, adventuring homeschooling and navigating the current culture. With guests, they’ll also dive into topics like discipleship, intentional living,…

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Ted talks with Angels manager Mike Scioscia and former Angels play by play guy (currently with the Padres)Dick Enberg who today became the 39th winner of the Ford C. Frick Award for excellence in baseball broadcasting. Enberg turns 80 on Jan. 9 and will be honered during the Hall of Fame awards presentation on July 25 in Cooperstown, New York.…

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EP14 Rob Blake HOF 17:28

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This week Ted speaks with new Hockey hall of famer Rob Blake who spent 14 of his 20 NHL seasons with the Los Angeles Kings where he is their current Vice President and Assistant General Manager after winning a Stanley Cup in 2001 with the Colorado Avalanche. Ted also spoke with Kings hall of fame broadcaster Bob Miller and longtime Kings captain an…