Best David Rutledge Podcasts (2025)

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Back in My Day… Florida Tour 2000 56:49

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The band looks back on their December 2000 Florida tour, with stops at quirky venues like Lost & Found in Orlando, Hangtime Joe’s in Lakeland, Jack Rabbits and Murray Hill in Jacksonville, and Grounds Coffeehouse in Sebring. They swap stories about odd payments (two cokes for four people), crashing at promoters’ houses, phantom music, sweaty floor …

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MURDERED: Oakey "Al" Kite 33:19

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When Oakey “Al” Kite is brutally murdered in his own home in the spring of 2004, investigators rushed to find his killer. But when they finally identified a suspect, he seemed to vanish without a trace. If you know any information about the murder if Oakey “Al” Kite please contact Detective McDonald at the Aurora Police Department at 303-739-6013. …

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MURDERED: Jodine Serrin Part 1 42:01

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On Valentine’s Day in 2007, 39-year-old Jodine Serrin was brutally murdered and desecrated in her own bed – while her parents were just down the hall. Over the next 10 years, using new forensic techniques, the Carlsbad Police Department identified her killer. But when they did, everyone was forced to confront the chilling realization that this man …

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214. Building the Future Workforce: Skills-Based Hiring and GovHR Innovations 13:47

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Building the Future Workforce: Skills-Based Hiring and GovHR Innovations Michelle Amante, Senior Vice President of Government Programs at Partnership for Public Service returns to the FedUpward podcast, joined by Blair Corcoran de Castillo from Opportunity@Work. We dive into what’s ahead for the second annual GovHR Conference, taking place Septembe…

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MURDERED: Wendy Jerome 56:20

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When a teenage girl goes out to deliver a birthday card to her best friend, she never makes it home alive. Her family and police would search for her killer for decades, and in the process, this case would make history in the state of New York. You can learn more about The Good segment and even submit a story of your own by visiting The Good page o…

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Inside the music - Peace of mind 30:34

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Closing Out Through It All In this episode, we revisit the final song written for Jeremiah’s Grotto’s Through It All album—Peace of Mind. From its last-minute creation before heading into the studio to the “underwater” vocal experiments, we unpack how a simple three-chord idea became one of our favorite tracks to play. We share stories about its fi…

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MURDERED: Anastasia WitbolsFeugen 55:46

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In 1997, a young woman is found shot dead in a cemetery in Kansas City, Missouri. Police work on tracking down the group of friends she was last seen with… and they learn another life has been lost. As the pressure mounts, the investigation stalls until a shocking confession gets the Wheels of Justice moving. But at the end of the day, some are lef…

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INFAMOUS: The Yogurt Shop Murders 46:59

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In 1991, Austin, Texas was rocked by one of the most horrifying crimes the city had ever seen: four young girls were brutally murdered and set on fire inside a local yogurt shop. The investigation would stretch on for decades, leading to four men being accused of the crime, yet lingering questions and evolving forensic evidence have continued to ca…

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INFAMOUS: The Mushroom Cap Murders 39:42

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In 2023, 48-year-old Erin Patterson invited a group of her husband’s family members over, and things took a turn for the worst, and by the worst, we mean murder. Patterson has been convicted of murdering three people and one attempted murder after poisoning them with mushrooms served over a nice dinner. But some questions still remain: How did she …

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213. Are You Missing Out on Better Federal Benefits? Advice from Tammy Flanagan 16:14

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Federal benefits expert Tammy Flanagan is here to share essential tips for making smarter insurance choices, navigating open season, and preparing for retirement. Learn how to avoid common mistakes, understand Medicare decisions, and use tools like the Checkbook Guide and OPM plan comparison to save money and boost your coverage. 00:00 – Intro 00:4…

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Episode 460: Rabbi Joseph Edelheit - Weep With Those Who Weep 52:44

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On this episode of Crackers and Grape Juice, Teer and Jason sit down with Rabbi Joseph for an honest and deeply personal conversation about what it means to be Jewish in a time of global conflict. As headlines from Gaza continue to grieve and divide, Rabbi Joseph offers a perspective shaped by history, faith, and heartbreak—speaking candidly about …

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MURDERED: Kristin David 56:44

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22-year-old Kristin David was missing for over a week before her remains were found in the Snake River. While her murder is often thought to be related to a series of other murders and disappearances in the late 70s and early 80s, investigators think she’s the victim of another mystery killer. If you know anything about the murder of Kristin David,…

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212. Reinventing Life After Federal Service: Dr. Nola Haynes on Owning the Pivot 17:05

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“Do that thing you’ve always wanted to do.” In this inspiring episode of the Fed Upward Podcast, host Love Rutledge sits down with returning guest Dr. Nola Haynes—a longtime federal employee, academic, and media voice—to discuss how federal employees can navigate uncertain times, build a personal brand, and thrive in a post-DEI backlash environment…

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MISSING: Amy Bradley 38:49

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We hear you, Crime Junkies! We’ve seen the Amy Bradley Is Missing documentary on Netflix, and we see YOU searching for our original episode on her case. Look no further; we’ve re-released it for you right here <3 In March of 1998 Amy Lynn Bradley and her family set off on what was to be the trip of a lifetime, a full week-long cruise around the Car…

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Microwaved Chip Bags, Boys Ranches, and Forgetting more than we remember 1:07

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In this episode of the Jeremiah’s Grotto podcast, we spiral back through the glory days of microwaved chip bags, empty venues, Club 412 confusion, Gypsy’s house, and the sacred dollar menu. It’s a wild ride through memory lane—Texas style. 🌵 If you’ve ever slept on a church pew or played for a door guy who’d rather be at Jimmy Eat World… this one’s…

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SERIAL KILLER: The Lewis-Clark Valley Murders 50:44

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In the late 70s and early 80s, the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley was rocked by multiple disappearances and homicides. Police at the time thought it was the work of one man, who has remained free. And despite a decades-long investigation, these cases remain unsolved. If you have any information about the disappearances of Christina White and Steven Pear…

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211. David Spirk on Scaling What Works and Cutting What Doesn’t 12:57

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David Spirk on Scaling What Works and Cutting What Doesn’t David Spirk, a Marine Corps veteran and Senior Counselor at Palantir, joins FedUpward to talk about driving real transformation in government. He discusses how to operationalize data, the trap of failing programs, and what efficiency should actually mean in federal service. David joined the…

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INFAMOUS: University of Idaho Murders 1:25:32

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Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin, four University of Idaho students in their 20s, were brutally murdered inside their off-campus home in the early morning hours on November 13, 2022. Two surviving roommates and a heartwrenching 911 call led police to discover the friends stabbed to death inside the three-story house …

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MISSING: John & Shelly Markley 1:04:57

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In 1995, a married couple vanishes from their Ohio home without a trace, leaving behind their five kids, an unlocked gun cabinet, and a house full of clues. As ransom calls roll in and suspicions mount, their family is left wondering: Was this a planned disappearance? Or something more sinister? If you know anything about the disappearance of John …

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210. Inside the EEOC: What Federal Employees Should Know 26:28

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Inside the EEOC: What Federal Employees Should Know What actually happens when a federal employee files an EEOC complaint? In this episode, I sit down with Courtney Mickman, a former EEOC Administrative Judge who’s seen it all—from inside the agency to now representing employees in private practice. We cover the basics of the EEOC process, why retu…

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MYSTERIOUS DEATH OF: Jeannette Bishop May & Gabriella Guerin 1:08:06

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In 1980, the ex-wife of a British aristocrat and her Italian friend vanished from a small ski resort town during a snowstorm in the mountains of central Italy, and investigators had a simple theory—they got lost and had some kind of accident. But when mysterious messages arrive, clues lead them on a decades-long deep dive into the art world jet set…

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Mark, now that we've had time to think about it, we are ready to sign! 24:01

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In this episode, we share the story of playing the iconic Knitting Factory in Hollywood—easily one of the nicest venues we ever stepped foot in. Great sound, real green room, good food... it actually felt like we belonged on a real tour. While we were there, we met Mark Wolfson from Playtone Records (yes, the label from That Thing You Do), who show…

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MISSING: Jennifer, Sidney, & Monique 41:26

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When a young mom and her two small daughters disappear without a trace from Topeka, Kansas, in May 2000, her family goes on a decades-long hunt for answers. But right in the middle of our reporting, the family gets a huge tip that could change everything. If you have any information about the disappearances of Jennifer Lancaster or Sidney and Moniq…

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Grand Slam 30:02

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In this episode of Inside the Tour Van, the band recounts the long, weird, and wonderful stretch from Minot, ND to Missoula, MT—featuring improv comedy, cowboy hats, and a surprise Denny’s rescue mission. With 12-hour drives, makeshift campground cookouts, and Montana mountains that never seem to get any closer, it’s a gritty glimpse into life on t…

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MURDERED: Jennifer Farber Dulos 1:02:28

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When Jennifer Farber Dulos vanished after dropping her five children off at school in New Canaan, Connecticut, on May 24, 2019, all eyes were on her estranged husband, Fotis Dulos. And when investigators found surveillance footage showing Fotis suspiciously stopping at multiple trash cans in a nearby city and throwing things just hours after she di…

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209. Same Mission, Different Paths: How Appointees and Career Feds Can Work Together 11:34

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Former Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence & Security Milancy Harris joins FedUpward at Globally’s Shaping America’s Next 25 Summit to talk candidly about her career across intelligence, counterterrorism, and policy roles—and what it really takes to lead in government today. From navigating bureaucracy to developing talent and foster…

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Episode 459: Walter Bruggemann 44:09

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In this special episode honoring the life and witness of Walter Brueggemann, we revisit a conversation that captures his prophetic brilliance and pastoral heart. Jason, Teer, and Taylor sit down with the legendary Old Testament theologian (whose books can be found on just about every pastor’s shelf) to talk about what it means to be a community of …

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208. The Power of Community for Mission-Driven Leaders in Government and Beyond 16:07

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Globally’s Vision for the Next Generation of Leaders with Josh Marcuse Live from the Shaping America’s Next 25 Summit, Love Rutledge sits down with Josh Marcuse, co-founder of Globally, to discuss the power of mission-aligned careers, tri-sector leadership, and how to scale authentic communities of impact. 00:49 – Meet Globally co-founder Josh Marc…

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MISSING: The Gospel Trio 45:35

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In 1980, two women and a two-year-old girl seemingly vanish into thin air on their way back from a gospel concert in Lowcountry, South Carolina, and their mysterious disappearance leaves their families pushing for justice for decades. Anyone with information regarding the disappearance of Sarah Boyd, Kimberly Boyd and Linda McCord can contact the D…

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UPDATE: Kimberly Doss 20:21

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After a fourteen-year-old goes missing from her boyfriend’s home in Iowa in 1980, her mother puts all the pressure she can on police to take her daughter’s case seriously and bring her home. If you or anyone you know has any information about the disappearance of Kimberly Doss, please contact Davenport PD at 563-326-7979 or call Quad City CrimeStop…

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Clinical Trials in Saudi Arabia with Dr. Majed Al Jeraisy 1:15:38

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Saudi Arabia’s modern healthcare system, diverse patient population, and research-savvy healthcare professionals make it a great place to conduct clinical trials. To learn more about the clinical trial requirements in Saudi Arabia, I invited Professor Majed Al Jeraisy on the show. Dr. Al Jeraisy is an Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Colle…

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MURDERED: Peggy Hettrick Part 2 54:18

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When Peggy Hettrick’s body was found in an open field in Fort Collins, Colorado, police rushed to the nearest suspect. But clues left behind on Peggy’s body later turn the case upside down, leaving justice undone and multiple victims in the wake of a sloppy investigation. In Part 2, we take a closer look at other viable suspects in Peggy's case, so…

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MURDERED: Peggy Hettrick Part 1 1:03:25

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When Peggy Hettrick’s body was found in an open field in Fort Collins, Colorado, police rushed to the nearest suspect. But clues left behind on Peggy’s body later turn the case upside down, leaving justice undone and multiple victims in the wake of a sloppy investigation. Join us in asking the Colorado Attorney General to reopen Peggy’s case, assig…

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207. UMGC Career Expo for Feds 9:05

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Free UMGC Career Expo for Feds on June 16 Join me in welcoming back Justin Hasty from the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) to the podcast as he shares how federal employees can take charge of their careers—no matter where they’re starting from. Whether you’re concerned about job security or simply looking to grow your skill, UMGC offers:…

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SERIAL KILLER: The Doodler 49:33

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In the 1970s, few places on earth were more queer-friendly than San Francisco. But it wasn’t all drag queens and rainbows in the City by the Bay, and when the bodies of gay men started turning up one after another, fear spread like wildfire, and it got harder and harder to distinguish rumor from fact. If you have any information about murders conne…

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Episode 458: Amy Mantravadi - Broken Bonds 1:08:21

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In this episode of Crackers and Grape Juice, we’re joined by author and historian Amy Mantravadi to talk about her new novel, Broken Bonds: A Novel of the Reformation. Amy shares the inspiration behind her richly detailed historical fiction, how the tumult and theology of the Reformation continue to echo in our modern world, and why fiction can be …

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MURDERED: Kala Williams & Heather Higgins 48:47

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Kala Williams was 20 years old when her family stopped hearing from her. Weeks later, her body was discovered dismembered in the woods with the DNA of a possible suspect on her body and items from the crime scene. Yet, the DNA evidence hasn’t been enough to charge him in Kala’s case - or the disappearance of another Spokane woman two years prior. I…

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206. Questions Every Fed Should be Asking Right Now 7:44

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Questions Every Fed Should Ask Right Now Hi Friends - I’m back after a short break to reconnect with all of you during Public Service Recognition Week. This episode is a call for reflection and an invitation to ponder where we are as federal employees right now. With so much change happening across the federal workforce, these are the questions to …

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Episode 457: Lessons on Theocentric Preaching in a Modern World from Fleming Rutledge 1:05:12

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In this special episode of Crackers & Grape Juice, Teer Hardy and Jason Micheli sit down with Bishop Will Willimon and Rev. Tony Robinson to celebrate the life, legacy, and theological firepower of The Rev. Fleming Rutledge. Together, they explore the depth and breadth of Rutledge’s influence on contemporary preaching and theological discourse. Fro…

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MISSING: The Mishawaka Girls 7:01

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Nic Monroe is in a rut. At twenty-four, she lives alone in a dinky apartment in her hometown of Mishawaka, Indiana, she’s just gotten a DWI, and she works the same dead-end job she’s been working since high school, a job she only has because her boss is a family friend and feels sorry for her. Everyone has felt sorry for her for the last seven year…

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SURVIVED: Fallon Farinacci 50:50

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In honor of May being National Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Month, Brit sits down with Red River Métis woman and survivor Fallon Farinacci to hear her story—and how a series of tragic events set her on a path toward tremendous advocacy and change for her community. Fallon’s Celebrate Indigenous Resilience GoFundMe can be viewed…

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Episdoe 456: Caleb Campbell - Disarming Leviathan 42:47

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Caleb Campbell joins the pod to discuss his experiences engaging with Christian Nationalists and the impact of this movement on his congregation and the broader Church. In his book, Disarming Leviathan: Loving Your Christian Nationalist Neighbor, Caleb emphasizes the need for a compassionate approach to address the issue, highlighting the importanc…