Best DIME Collective Podcasts (2025)

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Hello to Emotional Health: Beyond Therapy, Counseling, & Medication (Part 1) 15:51

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11h ago15:51

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Hello to Emotional Health: Beyond Therapy, Counseling, & Medication – Part 1 Therapy and medication matter. But emotional health is also forged in the ordinary, daily choices we make. In this episode of Stand Firm Parents, host Jake McCandless unpacks how parents can model emotional resilience in real time—when anger hits, when stress rises, when d…

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The Almost Not Great Gatsby 34:44

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In 1940, the year of Fitzgerald’s death, there were only 7 copies of The Great Gatsby sold. Fitzgerald complained to both Zelda and Max Perkins that he was a forgotten man and that clearly there was no demand for his book. He was crushed, and died thinking Gatsby was a failure. Then, a year later 155,000 copies were printed…. What happened? We dive…

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Hello to Emotional Health: Can Christians Even Talk About It? 37:32

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Emotional and mental health have been taboo topics in many churches for too long. In this powerful episode of Stand Firm Parents, host Jake McCandless talks with Dr. Mark Dance—pastor, author of Start to Finish, and new Executive Director of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention—to challenge that silence. 💡 What You’ll Learn Why emotional health is…

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Hello to Emotional Health: I Have a Therapist 26:54

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Faith and therapy aren’t enemies—they’re partners. In this episode, Jake McCandless talks with therapist Corretta Woodard about: Why wise counsel is biblical Emotional health as the product of mental health Grounding, regulation, and practical tools How healing your wounds shapes your family’s future Guest Bio: Corretta Woodard “I’m not perfect. Bu…

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Curious George Orwell and the Tony Soprano Collection 29:19

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When is a George Orwell signature not a George Orwell signature? Is it safe to be around a person who collects true crime artifacts? Also - there was a world record set last week and it involved the Book of Mormon... Join Jeremy and Michael as they debate the big questions in the rare book world. As always, we welcome your questions or comments at:…

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50th Episode Celebration: The Top Lesson So Far 25:11

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🎉 50th Episode Celebration: The Top Lesson So Far After 50 powerful episodes, we’re pausing to ask: What’s the one lesson that’s changed everything? In this special celebration episode, Jake McCandless shares the top takeaway from 50 conversations, interviews, and experiences — and how it can reshape your parenting from the inside out. 💡 You’ll Lea…

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Persecution is Coming 21:48

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Persecution Is Coming Guest: Pastor Andrew Brunson, Author of God’s Hostage He spent two years in a Turkish prison for preaching Christ. Now he’s warning the Church: you’re not ready. In this gripping episode, Jake sits down with Pastor Brunson to talk about suffering, faith, and preparing the next generation to endure. 🎧 Listen now. 📘 Get God’s Ho…

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Real Life Standing Firm 25:28

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Real Life Standing Firm: Andrew Brunson’s Story of Faith Under Fire When persecution isn’t just possible but personal—what does faith look like? Dr. Andrew Brunson, falsely imprisoned for over 2 years in Turkey, joins Jake for a vulnerable and bold conversation on: The cost of standing firm Preparing the church for suffering Why parents need to dis…

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Fully Integrated Faith: Conclusion 21:28

2M ago21:28

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Jake McCandless closes out the Fully Integrated Faith series with a call to Christian parents: If your kids are going to stand firm in their faith, yours must come first. Discover how to move from devotionals to discipleship, and why the “church event” mindset must die. You’ll Learn: Why tools ≠ endgame How global Christians live fully integrated f…

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Fully Integrated Faith: Lessons from My Journey 18:39

2M ago18:39

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What if church wasn’t something you went to... but something you lived? In this deeply personal episode, Jake McCandless shares the raw, behind-the-scenes story of his relentless pursuit to build a ministry that reflects the Acts 2 church — where discipleship, mission, and real-life faith collide. From wrestling with Sunday-only Christianity to ste…

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Fully Integrated Faith: Lessons from Maturity 32:23

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Guest: Dr. Jim Wilder, neurotheologian & author of The Other Half of Church What if the biggest barrier to passing on your faith… is your own maturity? In this powerful episode, Jake sits down with Dr. Jim Wilder to explore how brain science and spiritual formation come together to grow resilient, emotionally grounded believers — starting with pare…

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Maniacs Are Real 30:42

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This episode is all about maniacs! Bibliomaniacs, that is.... They may be extreme, they may be passionate, and, ignoring some unsavory criminal activity, they may even have served to preserve culture over the years. If you have a story about a bibliomaniac - or perhaps you are a bibliomaniac! - please drop us a note at [email protected] Enjoy!…

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Dining with Dali, Computer Liberation, and Bidding Against Yourself (an AI story) 29:45

4M ago29:45

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Special guest! Hélène Golay of Capitol Hill Books joins Jeremy and Michael to discuss post-war diplomacy through fine dining, Jeremy's hungry cat leads to an impulsive purchase of an early manifesto on the personal computer, and Michael and Jeremy realize they are often competing with themselves for the price of a book. Enjoy the show! Please don't…

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A Magic Bible, and Smith with a "P" 20:09

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Whose Bible would be more fun at a dinner party, Mick Jagger's or Harry Houdini's? And what about that curious Wodehouse manuscript coming up for auction? So much to think about, including Michael's feeling that there is an alarming lack of respect for comic literature in the rare book market. Thank you for listening! Do you have any ideas for us? …

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A Prank Inscription, Bloody Relics, and Harry Potter Unbound 30:09

5M ago30:09

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All about a book that was not inscribed by Calvin Coolidge to Ernest Hemingway, the gloves Lincoln wore the fateful night of the assassination, and a marvelous Harry Potter curiosity... Enjoy!By Jeremy O'Connor and Michael DiRuggiero

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Fully Integrated Faith: Lessons from Brain Science 25:50

6M ago25:50

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Jake McCandless sits down with Dr. Jim Wilder to discuss the surprising connection between neuroscience and faith. Learn how your brain was designed to grow through joy and peace, how relational connections form the foundation of maturity, and how parents can use brain science to help their children develop a faith that truly lasts. Dr. Wilder also…

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Lillian Ross & Her Very Ernest Hemingway 42:12

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Special guest Sarah Funke Butler (funkeliterary.com) joins Jeremy and Michael to discuss a fascinating and newly unearthed trove of letters from Ernest Hemingway to the groundbreaking journalist Lillian Ross. You think you knew everything about Hemingway? Well, think again - this collection of letters has forced us to reconsider our understanding o…

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Crimes, Dimes, and Scat! 23:43

7M ago23:43

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In this episode we talk about dime novels and the lurid crimes they depict, and the now forgotten authors of those gazillions of highly popular novels, as well as two items of scatological interest, one of which has a very distinguished provenance.By Jeremy O'Connor and Michael DiRuggiero

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Fully Integrated Faith: Parenting from the Other Half of Church 22:39

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Jake McCandless continues his conversation with Michael Hendrix about brain science and discipleship, focusing on practical steps parents can take to nurture a healthy and resilient faith in their children. Discover why building joy, practicing rest, and showing true connection with your kids can make all the difference. Key Takeaways: Brain scienc…

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Fully Integrated Faith: Lessons from the Other Half of Church 29:51

7M ago29:51

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Have we been discipling with half the brain? Michel Hendricks, co-author of The Other Half of Church, reveals how right-brain training is essential for true spiritual transformation. Most discipleship focuses on knowledge and willpower, but what if emotional and relational growth is the missing key? In this episode, we unpack: 🔹 How brain science c…

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Valentine's Day Episode (A Quickie!) 11:17

7M ago11:17

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A quick chat about Valentine's Day gifts from the 19th century -- and the all important question of whether love was even possible in the olden days. Plus, a little more (but not much!)By Jeremy O'Connor and Michael DiRuggiero

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Fully Integrated Faith: Lessons from Being the Church 37:10

8M ago37:10

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Brian Johnson, co-founder of KC Underground, joins Stand Firm Parents to discuss a radical shift in how we do church and raise disciples at home. Instead of separating faith into a Sunday event, Brian shares how to make disciple-making a natural, daily part of life. Key Takeaways: ✔️ The biggest reasons young people leave the faith ✔️ What the earl…

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Fully Integrated Faith: Lessons from the Released Church 40:45

8M ago40:45

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Rob Wegner joins Stand Firm Parents to challenge the way we think about church. Rather than centering faith around a weekly event, what if we saw it as a lifestyle of disciple-making? This episode explores how microchurches, spiritual families, and everyday disciple-makers are the future of faith. Rob Wegner is a leading voice in the missional move…

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Fully Integrated Faith: Lessons from the Underground Church 30:53

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The underground church in Iran is thriving under persecution while Christianity in the West is in decline. Why? Joel Richardson shares what’s fueling explosive growth in the Middle East and what Western believers—and parents—must do differently to raise children with a faith that lasts. This eye-opening conversation challenges our approach to disci…

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Fully Integrated Faith: Lessons from the First Century 31:24

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Jake McCandless speaks with Darren Huckey about the Jewish context of discipleship and what it means for parents raising children in faith. Learn how first-century discipleship was more than just knowledge—it was about full-life transformation through devotion, imitation, and replication. Key Takeaways: How first-century discipleship worked What Je…

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Fully Integrated Faith: Lessons from a Hebraic Mindset 39:23

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Jake McCandless sits down with Katharine van der Beek to explore the power of fully integrated faith through a Hebraic lens. Drawing from her experiences as an Israeli tour guide, Katharine shares profound insights into seeing God’s hand in everything and trusting His sovereignty in every aspect of life. Key Takeaways: The Hebraic mindset of faith …

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Fully Integrated Faith: Lessons from the Global Church 31:27

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What can the global church teach us about raising kids with a faith that lasts? Jake McCandless sits down with John David Smith, President of BMA Global, for an enlightening conversation about wholistic faith and parenting. Key Takeaways: The difference between wholistic Christianity and compartmentalized faith. Why simplicity matters in our walk w…

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Einstein's Frubber Face, Plath's Favorite Cook Book, Kafka's Earliest Scribbling, & the Kelmscott Press 49:19

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We begin this episode with Michael bemoaning a missed opportunity to buy the head of Albert Einstein, and then we welcome Darren Sutherland, Senior Specialist in the Fine Books and Manuscripts at Bonhams Auctions, to discuss two upcoming sales. The first is a fascinating single-owner complete collection of books from the Kelmscott Press, assembled …

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Fully Integrated Faith: Tools vs End Game 23:29

10M ago23:29

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As parents, it’s easy to focus on devotionals, programs, and church events as the ultimate markers of success in discipling our kids. But are these the end game, or are they simply tools to help us reach the real goal? In this episode of Stand Firm Parents, Jake McCandless challenges listeners to step back and redefine their approach to raising chi…

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Marriage & The Social Media Algorithm 25:48

10M ago25:48

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Is social media silently influencing your marriage? Jake McCandless sits down with Kayla Norris to explore how the digital age shapes our relationships, for better or worse. They tackle the tough questions about how social media affects communication, trust, and connection in marriage. Key Topics: How algorithms keep us hooked and what that means f…

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Keep Them Safe on Their Devices - Tech and Our Children 38:01

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In today’s episode of Stand Firm Parents, Jake McCandless teams up with Jon Dodson, tech expert and Director at LifeWord, to tackle the toughest parenting questions in the digital age. How do we decide when our kids are ready for a device? What loopholes do kids exploit to sidestep our rules? Jon offers actionable advice to help parents: Gauge thei…

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When Should They Get a Phone? - Tech and Our Children 36:28

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How do we protect and empower our kids in today’s digital world? Jake McCandless and Jon Dobson dive into the tough questions about kids and smartphones in this must-listen episode. They discuss why maturity, not just age, should determine when your child is ready for a device, and share seven critical questions parents need to ask. From setting bo…

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Episode 9: Gold Rush Diaries, Delicious Urine, and Old Uncle Abraham 32:09

10M ago32:09

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Welcome back to another episode of Rare Book Chat, where we dive into the delightful world of historical curiosities and the sometimes grim realities behind them. This week, we have a rollicking discussion that swings from the California Gold Rush to 17th-century plague remedies, and more —because, why not? Gold Rush Diary: We kick things off with …

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Marriage: There is Hope 36:45

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About This Episode: In this transformative episode of Stand Firm Parents, host Jake McCandless engages with Kayla Norris in a revealing conversation about the profound influence of marital relationships on effective parenting, especially within the context of neurodiversity. They explore the challenges and triumphs of navigating a marriage when one…

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Episode 8: The Man Who Did Too Much 30:11

11M ago30:11

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In this episode, Jeremy and Michael discuss William Morris, wallpaper, and the birth of fantasy literature, with an analysis of Morris's influence on J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis in particular. Then a game of would you rather - a spectacular copy of Orwell's 1984, or a mini-collection of dystopian novels? Also a half-hearted stab at the big questi…

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What Should I Believe about Israel 34:14

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In this insightful episode, Stand Firm Parents host Jake McCandless explores Israel’s significance in the Bible and its impact on our children's faith. Jake, passionate about helping families build a resilient faith foundation, addresses why understanding Israel matters deeply in today's world, especially amidst rising anti-Semitism and the complex…

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Israel and Our Children: Children's Perspective of Israel 15:02

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In this special episode, host Jake McCandless invites his daughters, Addison and Andrea, to recount their family’s transformative journey to Israel. Together, they share memories, spiritual moments, and the profound impact this trip had on their faith. From visiting sites like the Sea of Galilee and the Dead Sea to experiencing the emotional weight…

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Episode 7: A Tea Party, a Traveling Salesman, and Artificial Ants 21:38

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In this episode, we explore a delightful tea party invitation that connects Charles Babbage, Ada Lovelace, and Michael Faraday. The conversation then transitions to a rare first edition from 1832, which addresses a fundamental challenge in computational theory, one so perplexing that researchers have enlisted artificial ants to help sniff out a sol…

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Lessons from the Persecuted Church 36:32

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In this powerful episode of Stand Firm Parents, Jake McCandless sits down with Todd Nettleton, the voice behind Voice of the Martyrs and host of the VOM Radio show. They explore the realities of Christian persecution worldwide, what it means for parents raising the next generation in faith, and how we can stand firm in our beliefs. Todd shares insp…

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Episode 6: The World Series Episode: A Very Rare Book that Revolutionized Baseball... and more! 25:01

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In this episode of Rare Book Chat, we're diving into the revolutionary impact of Bill James's work on baseball and far beyond. Known to us (with affection) as the "Pork and Beans Man," Bill James transformed the way we think about baseball analytics, introducing statistical evaluation in sports with his groundbreaking work, "The Baseball Abstract."…

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Episode 5: Constitution Recap... a Bargain at $11M? 29:58

11M ago29:58

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In this episode we discuss the sale price of a the extremely rare ratification printing of the US Constitution sold at Brunk Auctions last week. Was $11M high or low? Listen to the episode to find out why it was probably a bargain.By Jeremy O'Connor and Michael DiRuggiero

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Israel and Our Children: Antisemitism and the Next Generation 33:10

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In this powerful episode, host Jake McCandless dives deep into the alarming rise of global anti-Semitism and its effects on the younger generation with special guest, Charlotte Korchak, Senior International Educator at Stand With Us. Charlotte, who grew up between the U.S. and Israel, shares her unique insights into the history and modern-day chall…

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Episode 4: The Most Important Printed Document in American History? 46:57

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In this episode of Rare Book Chat, hosts Michael DiRuggiero and Jeremy O'Connor discuss a rare ratification copy of the US Constitution with Seth Kaller, the pre-eminent dealer of rare and important American historical documents. The conversation explores the document's historical significance, the complexities of its journey from creation to ratif…

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Israel and Our Children: On the Ground in Israel 20:42

12M ago20:42

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Episode Summary: In this episode of Stand Firm Parents, host Jake McCandless takes listeners on a journey to Israel to explore the current situation on the ground. With special guests Daphne and Andrew Kirk of Generation to Generation Ministries, who have been actively supporting Israel through trips since the October 7th attacks, the episode dives…

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Episode 3: Marx, Darwin, Smith, and Mutton 32:21

12M ago32:21

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In this episode of Rare Book Chat, hosts Jeremy O'Connor and Michael DiRuggiero explore the fascinating world of rare books, spotlighting three legendary first editions: Adam Smith’s The Wealth of Nations, Karl Marx’s Das Kapital, and Charles Darwin’s On the Origin of Species. They discuss what makes these books so valuable, why Jeremy thinks Das K…

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Episode 2: Did American Literature begin with a con? 24:12

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In this episode we discuss a wonderfully strange 1809 first edition that just might be the founding work of American literature … Jeremy then takes the conversation in a different direction by making a comparison with this book and the much-coveted and exceptionally valuable 1623 Shakespeare first folio, the first collected edition of Shakespeare, …

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Israel and Our Children: Israel Impacts Their Faith 23:41

12M ago23:41

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In this crucial episode, host Jake McCandless delves into a topic that is shaping our children’s faith—Israel's ongoing conflict. Jake explores the profound impact that media coverage of the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel and its aftermath has on young minds. He emphasizes the influence of social media and campus protests, noting how the messag…

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Episode 1: Einstein Dancing in the Multiverse 35:19

12M ago35:19

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Welcome to Rare Book Chat: In this episode we discuss Eleanor Roosevelt’s This I remember, a letter addressed to Jimmy, Einstein dancing in the multiverse, and the filthiest story ever told... Enjoy! We have a very basic website up at rarebookchat.com, but please feel free to email us at [email protected] Items discussed: A special copy of…

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Parents as Disciplemakers: Just Start Somewhere 24:12

12M ago24:12

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In this episode of Stand Firm Parents, Jake McCandless discusses the challenges and importance of being intentional about discipleship within the home. He emphasizes the need to start somewhere, even if it’s small, and shares practical advice on how to integrate faith into everyday family life. Key Discussion Points: The Overwhelm of Discipleship: …

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Welcome to Rare Book Chat! 8:02

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Dive deep into the fascinating world of rare books with Rare Book Chat. Hosted by Michael DiRuggiero and Jeremy O'Connor, the co-founders of The Manhattan Rare Book Company, this twice-weekly podcast explores the unique and often valuable items that fill the world of rare books, manuscripts, letters, photographs, archives, and more. From historical…