Best Demme Podcasts (2025)

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Jesus the Bread of Life 29:16

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"Jesus said to them, 'I am the bread of life; whoever comes to Me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in Me shall never thirst.’” (John 6:35)By Steve Demme

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Why the ASVAB Could Be the Key to Your Student’s Success Story 35:11

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Although the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, or ASVAB, is a standardized test used to determine a person’s aptitude for military service and potential career paths within the armed forces, it is not just for those considering the armed forces. It is an excellent tool for determining student aptitude. 🗒️ Show Notes https://demmelearning.…

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Jesus the Bread of Life 29:16

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"Jesus said to them, 'I am the bread of life; whoever comes to Me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in Me shall never thirst.’” (John 6:35)By Steve Demme

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Review of (Beatles) Anthology 2025: The Highs and the Highs (and the One Low) 20:31

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Welcome to Light On Light Through episode 416, in which I review the The Beatles Anthology 2025 documentary. Relevant links: my written review of Anthology 2025 my 2024 podcast review of Beatles '64 my 1972 article in The Village Voice: Murray the K in Nostalgia's Noose my 1971 article in The Village Voice: A Vote for McCartney my 1972 song Murray …

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Teaching Spelling with Scripture 27:13

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Listen in as Steve shares his experience teaching spelling with the Bible in a Christian School and at home.By Steve Demme

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Teaching Spelling with Scripture 27:13

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Listen in as Steve shares his experience teaching spelling with the Bible in a Christian School and at home.By Steve Demme

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El Elyon, God Most High 26:18

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"You alone, Whose name is Jehovah, are the Most High over all the earth." (Psalm 83:18)By Steve Demme

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El Elyon, God Most High 26:18

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"You alone, Whose name is Jehovah, are the Most High over all the earth." (Psalm 83:18)By Steve Demme

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Rubin: Bridging Skills Gaps for Future Careers 38:36

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Enjoy this conversation with Danny Rubin, founder of Rubin Education, to explore essential resources for developing communication and business etiquette skills vital for today’s students entering the workplace. 🗒️ Show Notes https://demmelearning.com/blog/skills-gaps-showBy Demme Learning

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Christ the Cornerstone 28:05

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"This Jesus is the stone that was rejected by you, the builders, which has become the cornerstone.” (Acts 4:12)By Steve Demme

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Christ the Cornerstone 28:05

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"This Jesus is the stone that was rejected by you, the builders, which has become the cornerstone.” (Acts 4:12)By Steve Demme

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Master Flexible Thinking: Future-Proof Your Career Today 35:14

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How do you cultivate flexible thinking and adapt to an ever-changing world, especially when pursuing a career? In this episode, we have an insightful discussion with software engineer Dan Chimento, who, having begun his career as a software engineer, has journeyed from programming aspirations to mastering essential soft skills for business adaptabi…

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The Stone that Crushes 29:36

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“In the days of those kings the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that shall never be destroyed, nor shall the kingdom be left to another people. It shall break in pieces all these kingdoms and bring them to an end, and it shall stand forever.” (Daniel 2:44)By Steve Demme

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The Stone that Crushes 29:36

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“In the days of those kings the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that shall never be destroyed, nor shall the kingdom be left to another people. It shall break in pieces all these kingdoms and bring them to an end, and it shall stand forever.” (Daniel 2:44)By Steve Demme

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Paul Levinson interviews Brooklyn Demme about One Battle After Another 37:52

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Welcome to Light On Light Through episode 415, in which I interview Brooklyn Demme about Paul Thomas Anderson's movie One Battle After Another, in which Brooklyn played a minor role. But in a movie this great, every role is important. Relevant links: my review of One Battle After Another Simon Vozick-Levinson's A Guide to the Revolutionary Music in…

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The Ghostwriter’s Guide: Insider Tips for Aspiring Writers 32:31

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In this episode, we explore the world of ghost writing with Maggie Mills. Learn how to step inside someone else’s thoughts to help them tell their story. For a parent intimidated by editing your student’s writing, this will be a not-to-be-missed discussion. This is a terrific episode for every aspiring writer or anyone who has a story yearning to b…

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This Stone is Witness 28:12

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(Joshua) "took a great stone and set it up there under the terebinth that was by the sanctuary of Jehovah. Joshua said to all the people, ‘Behold, this stone shall be a witness against us, for it has heard all the words of Jehovah that He spoke to us.” (Joshua 24:26-27)By Steve Demme

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This Stone is Witness 28:12

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(Joshua) "took a great stone and set it up there under the terebinth that was by the sanctuary of Jehovah. Joshua said to all the people, ‘Behold, this stone shall be a witness against us, for it has heard all the words of Jehovah that He spoke to us.” (Joshua 24:26-27)By Steve Demme

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The Living Stone 25:59

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"As you come to him, a living stone rejected by men, but in the sight of God, chosen and precious.” (1 Peter 2:4)By Steve Demme

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The Living Stone 25:59

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"As you come to him, a living stone rejected by men, but in the sight of God, chosen and precious.” (1 Peter 2:4)By Steve Demme

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More than a Rock 22:38

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"This Jesus is the stone, that was rejected by you, the builders, which has become the cornerstone, and there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” (Acts 4:12)By Steve Demme

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More than a Rock 22:38

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"This Jesus is the stone, that was rejected by you, the builders, which has become the cornerstone, and there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” (Acts 4:12)By Steve Demme

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How Outdoor Adventure Revolutionizes Homeschooling for Kids 34:34

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In this episode, we spoke with Jess Alfreds, founder of Carolina Kids Co-Op, an outdoor academic, secular, hybrid program with dozens of locations throughout the country. CKC has reimagined education, teaching in their unique environments academics, art, music, physical fitness, theater, and dance. Taking a holistic view of students and emphasizing…

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Christ the Rock 31:51

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"Behold, I will stand before you there on the rock at Horeb, and you shall strike the rock and water shall come out of it, and the people will drink.” (Exodus 17:6)By Steve Demme

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Christ the Rock 31:51

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"Behold, I will stand before you there on the rock at Horeb, and you shall strike the rock and water shall come out of it, and the people will drink.” (Exodus 17:6)By Steve Demme

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Guiding Children Through Change: The Power of Self-Regulation 36:28

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In this engaging conversation, occupational therapist and author Sarah Collins explores how sensory processing and declarative language intersect to help children build self-awareness and emotional regulation. 🗒️ Show Notes https://demmelearning.com/blog/self-regulation-showBy Demme Learning

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The Lord is Our Shepherd 30:13

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Jesus "the Shepherd and Guardian of your souls.” (1 Peter 2:25)By Steve Demme

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The Lord is Our Shepherd 30:13

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Jesus "the Shepherd and Guardian of your souls.” (1 Peter 2:25)By Steve Demme

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Seaside to Mountains: Worldschooling Through Brazil 44:32

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Discover how the Dawson family navigated a new environment, including attending a Brazilian private school, exploring, and immersing themselves in the culture. 🗒️ Show Notes https://demmelearning.com/blog/worldschooling-brazil-showBy Demme Learning

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God our Creator 31:02

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“He (Jesus) is the image of the invisible God the firstborn of all creation.” (Colossians 1:15)By Steve Demme

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God our Creator 31:02

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“He (Jesus) is the image of the invisible God the firstborn of all creation.” (Colossians 1:15)By Steve Demme

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Homeschoolers and Heroes: Creating Compelling Comics 27:59

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Join us as we examine how these homeschoolers developed their storytelling skills during neighborhood walks, which led to creating comics and speaking at conferences. 🗒️ Show Notes https://demmelearning.com/blog/homeschool-comics-showBy Demme Learning

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King Jesus 23:36

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"Our Lord Jesus Christ, He Who is the blessed and only potentate, the King of kings and Lord of lords Who alone has immortality, Who dwells in unapproachable light.” (1 Timothy 6: 14-16)By Steve Demme

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King Jesus 23:36

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"Our Lord Jesus Christ, He Who is the blessed and only potentate, the King of kings and Lord of lords Who alone has immortality, Who dwells in unapproachable light.” (1 Timothy 6: 14-16)By Steve Demme

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Mz. Grundy: Alaskan Storyteller Extraordinaire 37:49

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Don't miss Mz. Grundy's remarkable tall tales from the Alaskan frontier, or Nancy Winniford's equally fascinating story of how her alter ego came to be. 🗒️ Show Notes https://demmelearning.com/blog/alaskan-storyteller-showBy Demme Learning

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The Holiness and Aseity of God 28:21

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"You shall be holy for I, Jehovah your God, am holy.” (Leviticus 19:2)By Steve Demme

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The Holiness and Aseity of God 28:21

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"You shall be holy for I, Jehovah your God, am holy.” (Leviticus 19:2)By Steve Demme

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Exploring Human Behavior with Neuropsychologist Dr. Mary Saczawa [Show] 44:21

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We had an insightful conversation about neurospychology with Dr. Mary Saczawa, an assistant professor of Neuropsychology at Hanover College. Discover what ignited Dr. Saczawa's passion for this field and how she leverages her interests and research to guide future psychologists in their exploration of human behavior. 🗒️ Show Notes https://demmelear…

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Unlocking Adventure: Stories Boys Will Love 36:25

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We had a wonderful discussion with Jan Bloom, where we explored how to encourage our boys to find and embrace the themes they cherish. 🗒️ Show Notes https://demmelearning.com/blog/stories-boys-will-love-showBy Demme Learning

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7,0000 that Have Not Bowed the Knee 21:36

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“Lord, they have killed your prophets, they have demolished your altars, and I alone am left, and they seek my life.” But what is God’s reply to him? “I have kept for myself seven thousand men who have not bowed the knee to Baal.” So too at the present time there is a remnant, chosen by grace.” (Romans 11:3-5)…

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7,0000 that Have Not Bowed the Knee 21:36

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“Lord, they have killed your prophets, they have demolished your altars, and I alone am left, and they seek my life.” But what is God’s reply to him? “I have kept for myself seven thousand men who have not bowed the knee to Baal.” So too at the present time there is a remnant, chosen by grace.” (Romans 11:3-5)…

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Navigating AI in Homeschooling [Show] 47:23

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We had an insightful conversation with Francie Black about the rise of artificial intelligence and its potential applications for our students’ learning and development. 🗒️ Show Notes https://demmelearning.com/blog/ai-homeschooling-showBy Demme Learning

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Moses and Elijah on Mt Horeb 22:56

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"Remember the law of My servant, Moses. The statutes and rules that I commanded him at Horeb for all Israel. Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the great and awesome day of Jehovah comes.” (Malachi 4)By Steve Demme

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Moses and Elijah on Mt Horeb 22:56

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"Remember the law of My servant, Moses. The statutes and rules that I commanded him at Horeb for all Israel. Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the great and awesome day of Jehovah comes.” (Malachi 4)By Steve Demme

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Minding the Gaps: Why Foundational Math Skills Matter to Student Success [Show] 1:03:28

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Foundational math skills are essential for student success. When a student faces difficulties, the root cause often lies in weak and disconnected basic knowledge rather than the current lesson. We had an insightful discussion of the reasons behind these struggles and how remediation may only require a temporary pause rather than a permanent setback…

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[Bonus] From Keyboard to Trail: ChatGPT's Unique Role in Preparing Me for the Continental Divide 38:35

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Hear a compelling real-life example of AI's positive impact. Listen as Duncan Roe explains how he leveraged AI to prepare for his long-distance hike on the Continental Divide Trail. This is a follow-up to our 10/27/23 episode on hiking the Continental Divide Trail. We recommend listening to that episode and reading the show notes first: https://dem…

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I give myself to prayer! 30:03

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"They encircle me with words of hate, and attack me without cause. In return for my love they accuse me, but I give myself to prayer.” (Psalm 109:3-4)By Steve Demme

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I give myself to prayer! 30:03

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"They encircle me with words of hate, and attack me without cause. In return for my love they accuse me, but I give myself to prayer.” (Psalm 109:3-4)By Steve Demme

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Life & Death of a 20th Century Troubadour: Paul Levinson and Josh Meyrowitz about Phil Ochs 2:36:35

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Welcome to Light On Light Though episode 414, the complete "radio documentary" on WFDU-FM from 1977 -- "Life & Death of a 20th Century Troubadour" -- in which Josh Meyrowitz and I discuss the life, death, and timeless impact of Phil Ochs and his music. Relevant links: Lou Canto media conversions Marilyn and Monet…

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Life on the Edge: Joy Ng’s Inspiring Journey 35:30

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We had an engaging conversation with Joy Ng, the wife of a Coast Guard rescue helicopter pilot in remote Alaska. Her compelling book Even There recounts her exciting journey, including unexpected ventures into commercial fishing, business entrepreneurship, homeschooling, and authorship—all interwoven with a profound thread of faith. 🗒️ Show Notes h…