Best Darrell Thomas Podcasts (2025)

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360: Brandon Novak - Skating with Bucky Lasek and Bam Margera 1:41:08

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What Brings Us Hope? Finding Purpose Through Music with John Ondrasik of Five for Fighting 34:30

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In this inspiring episode of Lifting Leaders Podcast, we continue our “What Brings Us Hope” series with Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and activist John Ondrasik, best known as Five for Fighting. Recorded just minutes before he stepped onstage, John shares a powerful reflection on music, courage, and hope in a world facing immense challenges. T…

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Episode 352: Mory Fontanez - Meeting Our Higher Self And The Realization That There Is No 'Other' 48:08

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Friends. This week we are talking to Mory Fontanez about her book, "Higher Self: Reclaiming the Power of Your Intuition" and, let me tell you - this book is scratching me right where I itch. I was raised in a world where I was told to DISTRUST the voice inside. Heck, I was even told it was a DEMON that needed to be CAST OUT and sent to the pits of …

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Elyse Bouvier - Unfolding Faith Film 56:53

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Elyse Bouvier - Unfolding Faith Film Divorced: Christianity Today, Canadian filmmaker Elyse Bouvier joins me to talk about her journey out of Christianity, and how it became the topic of her film Unfolding Faith, which will be released online for free streaming by The NFB – National Film Board – in Canada this month. Here’s a short synopsis of Elys…

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Finding Hope When Life Feels Heavy: How to Rise Out of Hopelessness 46:22

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Feeling overwhelmed or hopeless? You’re not alone. In this Lifting Leaders Podcast episode, Kristal Roberts and Tricia Rhine share practical ways to rise out of hopelessness and rediscover hope through small, intentional actions—like self-care, gratitude, and shifting your mindset. Tune in and learn how to rebuild resilience, nurture emotional well…

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359: John Amaechi - Reaching the League in Six Years 1:13:53

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Dr. Pavna K. Sodhi (Part2) - Navigating Internalized Racism in 3rd-Generation Punjabi-Sikh Immigrants 57:14

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Dr. Pavna K. Sodhi (Part2) - Navigating Internalized Racism in 3rd-Generation Punjabi-Sikh Immigrants Welcome to Part 2 of my interview with Dr. Pavna K. Sodhi. Dr. Sodhi joins me again to share her knowledge about Punjabi-Sikh teachings, values, practices, and experiences. Today, we discuss internalized racism and how it can force 3rd-generation P…

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358: David Koechner - I Hope I Like Me 1:02:25

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Leading with Hope: How Jeni Craswell is Transforming Community Leadership from the Inside Out 58:31

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In this episode of Lifting Leaders Podcast, we continue our “What Brings Us Hope” series with a powerful conversation with Jeni Craswell, President & CEO of Leadership Eastside. Jeni shares how courageous, values-based leadership can transform not only organizations but entire communities. As co-chair of the visionary team that created the first co…

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Episode 351: Brian McLaren - Imagining A New Way Forward 43:55

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This week we are talking to Brian McLaren about his new book (the first in a trilogy), "The Last Voyage". We talk about the current state of the world and how humanity can come together to envision and dream about a new way forward. Looking for some motivation and encouragement during these divisive moments that we're in? This one will help. Enjoy!…

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357: Sal Vulcano - Impractical Parenting 1:08:14

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The Power of an Intermission: Renew Hope, Creativity & Purpose 24:22

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This week on Lifting Leaders Podcast, we explore the power of pressing pause. In a world that glorifies busyness, intentional rest can feel risky—but it’s often where hope, resilience, and creativity return. Learn how taking an intermission can restore well-being, spark innovation, and renew your sense of purpose as a leader and human being.…

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Dr. Sarah Farrell - Shattering Into a Whole 58:27

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Dr. Sarah Farrell - Shattering Into a Whole Divorced: Christian Fundamentalism Sarah M. Farrell, PhD, MSW, LICSW is a researcher, academic, and clinical social worker (who sometimes fancies herself a stand-up comedian). She has over a decade of clinical practice experience with diverse clientele. Having grown up in a deeply insular religious group …

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“Hope Is a Verb: Daily Habits for Resilient Leaders & Well-Being” 42:18

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Continuing our “What Brings Us Hope” series, we explore what our Hope Survey reveals about how people sustain hopein daily life and leadership. Discover simple, research-backed practices that build resilience, strengthen well-being, and help leaders stay grounded when challenges arise. Hope is a verb — and we all have a role in keeping it alive.…

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356: Dolph Lundgren - Fighting Rocky and Beating Cancer 1:05:26

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Check In 3: Oreo The Menace, Grief, And What's In Store For Season 9 Of The What If Project 30:05

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Friends, it's time for another check in. How are you? What's going on? Email me at [email protected] if you want to chat. Today I want to tell you about our new kitten, Oreo. I also want to talk to you about how our family has been learning to grieve. And I want to tell you about some tweaks and changes coming to Season 9 of the What If P…

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355: Yannis Pappas - Childbirth, Coleslaw, and ChatGPT 1:04:53

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What Brings Us Hope? Darrell Thomas Shares His Journey to Financial Savvy! 1:09:57

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Continuing with our theme of “What Brings Us Hope,” we are so happy to introduce you to Darrell Thomas, Creator and Host of “The Money Levels Show,” host of “Resource Investment Conference Media Channel” and seasoned EDI professional. Spend this time with us, as Darrell candidly shares his fascinating story, from his beginnings in Oklahoma, through…

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Episode 350: Judika Illes - Talking About Witchcraft, Christianity, Jesus, And More With A Practicing Witch 1:00:17

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(**NOTE: I had some audio issues with the episode and so had to cut out a few seconds here and there which is why edits might be more noticeable this week). If you grew up like me, in a conservative / fundamentalist / Evangelical world ... something in you likely cringed a bit when you saw the word "witchcraft" and "witch" in the title. It's OK to …

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Lacey Bond - From Bible Study to Sex Ed, Part 2 1:03:36

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Lacey Bond - From Bible Study to Sex Ed, Part 2 Divorced: Christianity CW: Frank discussion about sex Lacey Bond (IntimacyLacey) is a Certified Sex, Relationship, and Intimacy Coach and sex/kink educator based in Los Angeles. She's dedicated to helping people heal from Purity Culture, growing healthy relationships with other people and developing a…

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What Brings Us Hope? Meet Dr. Matt Sturchio, PhD, Building Bridges Between Solar and Agriculture for a Better Future 57:06

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Continuing with our theme of “What Brings Us Hope,” we are excited to introduce you to a World-class research scientist, Dr. Matt Sturchio, PhD, who is transforming how we think about solar energy. Most people know that solar panels are used to feed the grid, so we can heat and light up our homes or recharge our vehicles. Imagine a world where sola…

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354: Beth Stelling - Dad Tried to Kidnap Me 1:12:43

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Episode 349: Julia O'Brien - What If The Prophets Of Israel Weren't Primarily Interested In Issues Of Social Justice? 1:04:55

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I recorded this episode back in January and am releasing it now - many, many months later. Why? It challenged me so much that before I let others in on it, I had to let the words and ideas and thoughts really permeate into my own being. I recorded many conversations in 2025, but this is one of my top 2 or 3 favorites. Julia is Professor Emerita of …

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Timmy Joe Gibson - Former Tongue Talkin, Holy Rollin, Bible Thumper 58:38

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Timmy Joe Gibson - Former Tongue Talkin, Holy Rollin, Bible Thumper Divorced: Christianity Timmy Gibson, is a former fundamental evangelical Bible thumping tongue-talking Holy Ghost Rollin Pastor. After graduating Bible College, Timmy spent 30 years teaching and preaching the Bible, with his main message being that the only way to escape the eterna…

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Breaking New Ground: Our First Public Speaking Milestone on Hope 19:49

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We’re beyond excited to share our first-ever public speaking engagement, on the topic of HOPE—at the International Organization Development Network Conference. It’s only Day One but we are already learning so much! We spent this great day meeting fellow OD Professionals and learning from some of the pioneers in our profession. What does it feel lik…

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353: Josh Wolf - Taking My Son to Rehab 1:07:41

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SPONSORS: Function Health – My first 1000 listeners get a $100 credit toward their membership when they visit www.functionhealth.com/HONEYDEW or use gift code HONEYDEW100 at sign-up My HoneyDew this week is comedian Josh Wolf! Check out Josh’s podcast with his son Jacob, Generation Wolf, and his newest special, The Campfire Special, both on his You…

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Epsiode 348: Eric Reitan - Limited Salvation And The Problem Of Heavenly Grief 1:11:55

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This week we are talking to Eric Reitan. When I was a kid my teachers told me that when I got to heaven I would celebrate and be happy even if my friends and family were burning in hell - say WHAT?! Were you taught that too? Join Eric and I as we talk about his book, "Troubled Paradise: Limited Salvation and the Problem of Heavenly Grief". Enjoy! S…

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Lacey Bond - From Bible Study to Sex Ed, Part 1 55:32

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Lacey Bond - From Bible Study to Sex Ed, Part 1 Divorced: Christianity CW: Frank discussion about sex Lacey Bond (IntimacyLacey) is a Certified Sex, Relationship, and Intimacy Coach and sex/kink educator based in Los Angeles. She's dedicated to helping people heal from Purity Culture, growing healthy relationships with other people and developing a…

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352: Donna D’Errico - First Celebrity AI Companion 1:08:28

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SPONSORS: PrizePicks -Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HONEYDEW and use code HONEYDEW and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! My HoneyDew this week is actress Donna D’Errico! Check out Donna’s AI companion, CallDonnaD.com, to chat with AI Donna yourself today! Donna joins me this week to Highlight the Lowlights of her str…

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What Brings Us Hope? Taking Action! Stop Trying and do more with Carla Ondrasik! 55:00

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What better way to kick off our new, Season Five series, “What Brings Us Hope,” (that’s one!) than to celebrate with one of our absolute, all-time favorite guests, for the third time, Carla Ondrasik (that’s two!)? And we are thrilled and honored to be sharing this episode on the very day that Carla’s new book, STOP TRYING – The Life-Transforming Po…

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Episode 347: Lisa Zega - The Beauty Of Befriending Our Grief 1:02:54

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This week we are talking to my friend Lisa Zega. Lisa is a long time listener of the podcast, a grief educator, life coach, and host of the "Grief Heals" podcast. In this episode we talk about life and spirituality and grief and how embracing our grief can lead to radical life change. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: LISA ZEGA: https://legityou.com/ GRIEF HEALS:…

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David Hayward - The Naked Pastor, Revealed 51:28

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David Hayward - The Naked Pastor, Revealed Divorced: Christianity My guest today is known by many of you for his powerful cartoons and paintings related to deconstruction from Christianity. I’m speaking with my fellow Canadian, David Hayward, who is an ex-pastor turned full-time artist. David is also known as The Naked Pastor. He's been blogging ab…

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351: Chris Hansen - The Catch a Predator Legend 1:06:01

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SPONSORS: BetterHelp -The HoneyDew is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit https://www.Betterhelp.com/HONEYDEW to get 10% off your first month SimpliSafe -Visit https://www.SimpliSafe.com/HONEYDEW to claim 50% off a new system with a professional monitoring plan and get your first month free! My HoneyDew this week is Chris Hansen! You know him from To Ca…

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We Are Back!!! Welcome To Season FIVE! 32:22

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We are SO excited to be back from our annual Summer break AND to introduce Season FIVE of Lifting Leaders Podcast! We did a lot during our six-week sabbatical, and we want to share some of it with you. Listen in and hear about a key lesson learned, during this time off. Hint…how many activities can one commit to, in a six-week period of time? Hear …

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Episode 346: Dana Hicks - Spirituality, Deconstruction, And Exploring New Ways To Be 50:19

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Friends, this week we sit down with Dana Hicks to talk about his latest book, "The Quest for Thin Places: How to Find Spirituality After Deconstruction". We talk about our spiritual journeys, learning to dance in the liminal places, and exploring new ways to be in the world. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: DANA HICKS: https://www.danahicks.blog/ THE QUEST FOR T…

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Pamela Jones - Escaping a Deadly Polygamous Cult 1:16:15

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Pamela Jones - Escaping a Deadly Polygamous Cult DIVORCED: FLDS Cults TW: Brief mention of CSA and child abuse in this episode In 1965, PAMELA JONES was born in Los Molinos, Mexico, into a polygamous Mormon cult known as The Church of the Firstborn of the Fullness of Time. As the eldest daughter of 13 children, she left school at age 11 to care for…

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350: Darrell Hammond - Uncovering Cray 1:08:55

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My HoneyDew this week is comedian, Darrell Hammond! Check out Darrell’s one man show Cray, now on Audible. Darrell joins me to Highlight the Lowlights of his long battle with addiction and the wild journey of discovering the reason behind it all! Darrell shares one of the most powerful stories I’ve ever heard about one therapist who was able to unl…

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Episode 345: Michelle Felice - One Woman's Leadership Journey In The Church 55:16

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This week we are talking to Michelle Felice about her book "Throw Another Pebble On The Pile". She tells us about her leadership journey in the church and what it's looking like for her to continue to learn to love in the midst of the divisive times we're in. Pour a cup of coffee and join us at her table - this is a good one. SHOW NOTES: MICHELLE F…

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Tara Jean Stevens - Heaven Bent 1:00:45

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Tara Jean Stevens - Heaven Bent Divorced: Pentecostalism CW: Sexuality discussed Today I’m speaking with fellow Canadian Tara Jean (TJ) Stevens, the host and creator of Heaven Bent, a podcast docuseries with a special focus on Pentecostal and Charismatic movements. In addition to her successful podcast, TJ has also been a morning show favourite on …

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349: Kym Whitley - Surprise Motherhood 57:56

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SPONSORS: PrizePicks -Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HONEYDEW and use code HONEYDEW and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! My HoneyDew this week is actress Kym Whitley! Check Kym out in the film Happy Gilmore 2 on Netflix, Killing Mary Sue on Prime, and her own podcast Two Funny Mamas cohosted with Sherri Shepherd. Kym…

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Episode 344: Brandon Andress - Choosing To Go Deeper In A Divided World 49:16

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This week we're talking to Brandon Andress about his book, "Deep Calls to Deep". We talk about navigating these divisive times with a mindset of love and what it looks like to hold our values differently than the way the world might expect us to. This one will challenge you! Enjoy. SHOW NOTES: BRANDON ANDRESS: https://www.brandonandress.com/ DEEP C…

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Karrah Youngblood - Exposing A Predator: Wildfire 52:53

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Karrah Youngblood - Exposing A Predator: Wildfire TW: Violence and sexual assault Karrah Youngblood is a professional artist, single mom, and unexpected memoirist from Oklahoma. She never planned to be an activist, but standing up to the man who hurt her — and so many others — turned into a fight she couldn’t walk away from. Karrah is now telling h…

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348: Paul Rodriguez Jr. - 20 Years of P-Rod's Nike SB Legacy 1:03:21

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SPONSORS: Quince -Keep it classic and cool — with long-lasting staples from Quince. Go to https://www.Quince.com/HONEYDEW My HoneyDew this week is legendary professional skateboarder Paul Rodriguez Jr! Paul joins me to Highlight the Lowlights of his skateboarding career! We talk about what it was like for Paul growing up with a famous dad before sk…

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Episode 343: Kurt Gray - Approaching Divisive Times Differently 43:45

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This week we're talking to Kurt Gray about his book, "Outraged: Why We Fight About Morality and Politics and How to Find Common Ground". We talk about finding the humanity in all people, how we often misinterpret the intentions of "the other side" ... and so much more. If you're trying to find a different way to exist in these divisive moments, thi…

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Pamela Nickel Williams - Scientology: When Lies Are True 1:11:43

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Pamela Nickel Williams - Scientology: When Lies Are True DIVORCED: Scientology TW: Incest Pamela Nickel Williams was born into Scientology. Her parents were early Scientologists who worked closely with L. Ron Hubbard, Scientology’s founder, at the first Church of Scientology in the late 1950s. Pamela and her parents were practicing members of the c…

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347: Gene Simmons - God of Thunder 1:15:42

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SPONSORS: BetterHelp -The HoneyDew is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit https://www.Betterhelp.com/HONEYDEW to get 10% off your first month SimpliSafe -Visit https://www.SimpliSafe.com/HONEYDEW to claim 50% off a new system with a professional monitoring plan and get your first month free! My HoneyDew this week is music legend Gene Simmons! Gene sits …

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Episode 342: Stacy Singledecker - Evolving In Our Faith 1:06:09

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This week we are talking to my friend and long time listener of the podcast, Stacy Singledecker. Stacy joined me to share a bit about her faith journey and how her thoughts about God have evolved over the years. If you find yourself in a place where your own thoughts about God are expanding beyond the box you were raised - Stacy's story will be med…

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346: Jiaoying Summers - 1 Child Policy 1:06:06

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My HoneyDew this week is comedian Jiaoying Summers! See Jiaoying on tour and check out her Tiger Mom Podcast. Jiaoying Highlights the Lowlights of growing up in China before coming to America on her own! We talk about the complexities of being born during China’s one child policy, and how Jiaoying's family was able to conceal her birth. Jiaoying ta…

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Episode 341: Jon Paul Sydnor - Progressive Theology As A Theology Of Progress 45:52

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This week we are talking to Jon Paul Sydnor about his book "The Great Open Dance". We explore the idea of "progressive theology" being a "theology of progress" and what it looks like to move foward in a world that is spinning it's wheels in the muds of division, judgement, hatred, etc. Looking for some hope in these divided times? This one will hel…

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345: Marc Maron - Partying with Sam Kinison 1:13:45

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My HoneyDew this week is comedian Marc Maron! Check out his latest special Panicked on HBO now. Marc joins me this week to Highlight the Lowlights of his early years living in L.A. and dealing with addiction! We talk about Marc’s time working as head doorman at the Comedy Store, how it influenced his spiral with substances, and the crazy situations…