Best Dr. Peter Doherty Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 128: Murray Thom on Unlocking the Future: Quantum Computing with D-Wave 41:28

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In Episode 128, Patrick and Ciprian speak with returning guest Murray Thom, Vice President of Quantum Technology Evangelism at D-Wave. The team discuss the transformative potential of quantum computing in various sectors. They explore the current state of quantum technology, its applications in business, and the importance of hybrid computing solut…

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Mt 24.37-44 Nov 30-25 "Being Spiritually Alert: Reading the Room in Life and Faith" 7:42

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Send us a text I recognize that staying alert can be exhausting at times and there may be times when taking a break would be appropriate. I highly recommend developing skills to reflect on our lives when we might not have been as alert as we needed to be. Retreats, Devotions such as the Daily Examination of conscience, a prayerful reflection develo…

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Luke 23.35-43 The Outlaw’s Insight: Understanding Jesus Through Unexpected Eyes 7:38

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Send us a text This Gospel describes some of the last moments of the life of Jesus on Earth. The Gospel seems more appropriate for Lent and Easter. Jesus says very little. He is dying on the cross, he is dismissed by the leaders who are responsible for his death. The most interesting conversation is between the two condemned men who are being cruci…

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'WALL-E' with Megan Brown, Ron Lamarre, Carla Cummins and Kevin Stoller 44:40

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In Pixar's WALL-E, a lonely robot's quest to clean up a deserted Earth becomes a sweeping meditation on sustainability, technology, and the human spirit. As WALL-E and Eve spark change aboard the Axiom, the film asks: what does it take to break free from comfort, complacency, and the status quo? And how can educators plant the seeds of curiosity an…

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Episode 127: Samantha Mabey on Crypto Agility and preparing for a Quantum-Safe Future 40:03

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In Episode 127, Patrick and Ciprian speak with Samantha Mabey, Director of Product Marketing for the Data Security Solutions at Entrust, to discuss the evolving landscape of cryptography, particularly the transition to post-quantum cryptography (PQC). They explore the implications of moving away from traditional algorithms like RSA and ECC, the imp…

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Luke 21.5-19 Nov 16-25 From Judas to Us: Understanding Betrayal Through Scripture and Science 10:55

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Send us a text Jesus warns us that we will be betrayed not just by anyone but by people who are close to us, family members. Experiencing betrayal is unfortunately more common than we would like. Being betrayed by those who are close to us is especially hurtful. Betrayal undermines our ability to trust. Have you ever experienced betrayal? Betrayal …

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'Can't Hardly Wait' with Jay Doherty, Jessica Westerduin, and Carla Cummins 44:52

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In Can't Hardly Wait, a graduating class gathers for one unforgettable night — a chaotic, emotional, and often hilarious collision of cliques, identities, and expectations. Beneath the 90s nostalgia and party anthems, the film poses a timeless question for educators: how do young people find belonging and purpose in a world so quick to label and di…

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John 2.13-22 Nov 9-25 Jesus speaking his truth to power 11:09

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Send us a text Todays Gospel is quite different from most others. In this Gospel we have Jesus aggressively driving the money changes and sellers out of the temple. At first glance it is quite different from Jesus’ usual way. There are no immediate teachings, healings or witty dialogue. It is clear that Jesus is passionate about his faith, and he i…

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Episode 126: The Future of Materials Discovery with Scott Genin 39:22

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In Episode 126, Scott Genin, Vice President of Materials Discovery at OTI Lumionics, discusses the advancements and challenges in quantum materials discovery. The conversation covers the limitations of current material simulation methods, the role of AI, and the importance of training the next generation of quantum programmers. Scott emphasizes the…

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Luke 7,11-17 Nov 2 – 25 "Life Restored: The Widow’s Son and the Jesus Miracle" 7:30

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Send us a text There are three stories in the Gospels where Jesus raises someone from the dead. We have the story of Lazarus being raised (John 11:38-44), Jarius’ 12-year-old daughter being raised as recorded in (Mark 5:21-43, Luke 8:40 and Matthew 9:18-26) and now in today’s Gospel we hear about Jesus raising the son of a widow in a town called Na…

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Lk 18.9-14 Oct 26-25 "Faith or Facade? Unpacking Motives in Doing Good" 8:07

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Send us a text So, we overhear the prayers of two very different men. One man, the Pharisees has done a lot and includes what he has done in a list expecting I guess to impress God. He was doing okay until he compared himself to the tax collector. The second man, the Tax collector has said little but admits to his wrongdoing and is truly sorry. It …

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'Real Genius' with Rob Wroble and Kevin Stoller 34:19

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In Real Genius, a group of brilliant college students are pushed to their intellectual limits in a high-pressure, high-stakes environment. But beneath the humor and chaos, the movie explores a question educators still wrestle with today: what happens when learning becomes more about achievement than curiosity? Through characters like Chris Knight a…

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Episode 125: Laurence Coldicott on Quantum Events and Bridging the Knowledge Gap 34:45

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In Episode 125 of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian are joined by Laurence Coldicott, curator of the Quantum.Tech series of events. Together, they explore the current state and future of quantum technology, the challenges of organizing quantum events, and the relationship between quantum computing and AI. Laurence also shares insights on the in…

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Luke 18:1-8 Oct 19-25 The Sacred Pause: Lessons on Waiting from the Bible 8:34

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Send us a text In the Gospel of Luke 18:6-8 Jesus is teaching his disciples to pray always. He uses a short parable of a woman seeking justice from a corrupt judge. The woman successfully hassles the judge, wearing him down to finally getting the justice she was seeking. Jesus makes the interesting point that how much more will God grant what we as…

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Luke 17:11-19 Oct 12-25 The Leper who Returned: Jesus, Healing, and the Power of Gratitude 9:54

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Send us a text In today’s Gospel we read about a healing, specifically the healing of ten people with leprosy. Although this account is about people getting healed of a dreaded disease it is what happens after the healing that is most significant. Let’s take a step back to help put this Gospel in perspective. Leprosy or now known as Hansen’s Diseas…

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'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' with Nathan Strenge and Kevin Stoller 43:42

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Sometimes the best insights about learning don't come from research studies or professional development - they come from the stories we see in pop culture. In Ferris Bueller's Day Off, a high schooler skips class for one unforgettable adventure across Chicago. But beneath the comedy, Ferris is doing something educators talk about every day: he's ow…

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Episode 124: Vijoy Pandey on Quantum Networking & Cisco’s Quantum Software Stack 41:12

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In Episode 124 of Entangled Things, Patrick is joined by Vijoy Pandey, Senior Vice President of Outshift by Cisco. Together, they explore the future of quantum networking, the power of entanglement, and how these breakthroughs will shape the next generation of technology. Vijoy also shares an exciting announcement: the launch of Cisco’s Quantum Sof…

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Luke 17:5-10 Oct 5, 25 Exploring the Disciples’ Quest for More 10:07

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Send us a text In today’s Gospel Jesus is asked by his disciples on how to increase their faith. It looks like the disciples are finally understanding the ministry of Jesus. Remember the story of the rich young man found in Matthew 19:16 who asks Jesus what does he need to do to inherit eternal life? It was a fair question but where is the focus? T…

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Luke 16:19-31 Sept 28-25 Guarding Wealth, Forsaking Grace 10:01

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Send us a text In today’s Gospel, Jesus shares a profoundly interesting parable. I would like to examine it further and in detail. In the parable, Jesus introduces the rich man, we do not know his name, but he wears purple, the color of royalty and feasts, not just on special holidays but every day. We then learn about Lazarus, a poor man. Unlike t…

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Episode 123: Himadri Majumdar on Scaling Quantum with Spin Qubits 39:13

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In Episode 123 of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian talk with Himadri Majumdar, Co-Founder and CEO of SemiQon, about scaling quantum with silicon spin qubits. Himadri shares how SemiQon is bridging research and industry, supporting academia, and advancing cryo-CMOS-compatible processors. The discussion covers the advantages of spin qubits (scal…

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Luke 16: 1-13 Sept 21-25 The Narrow Path of Loyalty: When Hearts Are Divided 8:17

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Send us a text Today's Gospel highlights the importance of consistency and faithfulness, even in the small things. I find Jesus’ teaching about serving two masters particularly thought-provoking. Often, it feels like we have more than two masters competing for our time and energy. From my perspective, many people drift away from their faith not out…

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John 3: 13-17 Sept 14-25 Are you ready to participate in creation? 7:24

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Send us a text Today’s Gospel from John focusses on a conversation Jesus had with Nicodemus. To give you some important background information, Nicodemus was a Pharisee. Scripture scholars remind us that despite the negative portrayal of Pharisees in the Gospels not all the Pharisees were against Jesus. Yes, there was a small group that were agains…

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'Metal Lords' with Peter Sharma and Kevin Stoller 45:58

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Sometimes the best lessons don't come from textbooks or classrooms... they come from the stories we see on screen. In Metal Lords, a coming-of-age Netflix film, two high school outsiders form a heavy metal band in hopes of competing in the "Battle of the Bands." What starts as a quest to play loud music quickly turns into a journey of self-discover…

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Episode 122: Harnessing Diamond Quantum Tech with Dr. Marcus Doherty 35:57

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In Episode 122 of Entangled Things, Patrick is joined by Dr. Marcus Doherty, Co-Founder and CTO of Quantum Brilliance. Together, they explore the frontier of quantum sensing and diamond-based quantum technologies, and examine how building diverse talent pools will shape the future of innovation in this field. Dr. Marcus Doherty CSM is a scientist, …

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Luke 14:25-33 Sep 7-25 Jesus shocks us with incredible teachings! 8:33

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Send us a text For someone not familiar with Jesus’ style of teaching this Gospel would be shocking. I suspect the Gospel would be shocking for the first listeners. It completely contradicts the 5th commandment about honouring one’s parents Exodus 20:12. While there are no actual scriptural references from Jesus there are Gospel references of Jesus…

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Luke 14: 1, 7-14 Aug 31-25 Do I really have to be humble to know God? 8:15

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Send us a text Today’s Gospel begins with Jesus accepting an invitation to dine with one of the leading Pharisees. During this gathering, Jesus shares a teaching inspired by His observations that challenges the conventional understanding of social status. He emphasizes a reversal of worldly status through humility. But what exactly did Jesus mean b…

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'The Great Debaters' with Jeff Johnson and Kevin Stoller 34:12

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Released in 2007 and inspired by true events, The Great Debaters tells the story of Wiley College's debate team in the 1930s, led by Professor Melvin B. Tolson. At a time when segregation and systemic injustice were defining forces, this small but determined team rose to national prominence, even going head-to-head with Harvard University. More tha…

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Episode 121: Breaking Barriers in Quantum Computing with István Szilveszter 37:41

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In Episode 121 of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian are joined by István Szilveszter, software engineer at Equal1. Together, they dive into the evolving world of quantum computing frameworks, the importance of developing industry standards, and the challenges of making quantum more accessible. From lowering barriers to entry to shaping the futu…

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Luke 13: 22-30 Aug 24-25 Will we be "saved"? 11:22

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Send us a text Luke’s Gospel is very typical of Jesus style. We have read events where Jesus takes an accepted view, custom, or perception and reinterprets into something different. Often when Jesus is asked a question, he invites the questioner into a deeper meaning. What exactly did Jesus mean when he talks about the narrow gate. Let’s look furth…

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Luke 12:49-53 Aug 17-25 Do we fully understand the passion of Jesus? 5:54

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Send us a text This passage might seem surprising—even unsettling. Here, we don’t see the serene, peaceful Jesus, but instead a passionate figure intensely devoted to his mission and faith. I believe Jesus is speaking metaphorically when he refers to fire—using it to symbolize the fervor and intensity he expects in our faith lives. He was not passi…

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'Miracle' with Bryan Benway and Kevin Stoller 52:56

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What does it take to bring out the best in a group of individuals and transform them into something greater than the sum of their parts? In this episode of our school-related movie review series, we dive into Miracle (2004), the powerful retelling of the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team's unbelievable upset over the Soviet Union. It's a story of visio…

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Episode 120: Engineering Advantage: Quantum Accessibility with Daniel Volz 38:28

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In Episode 120 of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian are joined by Daniel Volz, Co-Founder and CEO of Kipu Quantum. Together, they explore how Kipu is tackling one of quantum computing’s biggest challenges: mapping real-world problems efficiently to the quantum realm. The conversation dives into making quantum advantage more accessible, the role…

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Luke 12:32-48 Aug 10-25 Are we TOO busy? 10:06

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Send us a text In this Gospel we learn that the Father is pleased to give you the kingdom, this is incredible! The kingdom is given, not earned but a free gift. This is not the only such reference, in Luke 13:29 we read that "people will come from all over the world—from east and west, north and south—to take their places in the Kingdom of God,". J…

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'Rich Hill' with Dr. Julie Williams and Kevin Stoller 41:33

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What happens when the challenges students face outside the classroom overshadow everything happening within it? In this episode of our school-focused movie review series, we dive into Rich Hill—the 2014 Sundance Grand Jury Prize-winning documentary that offers an unfiltered look into the lives of three teenage boys growing up in rural Missouri. The…

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Luke 12-13-21 Aug 3-25 Be careful, procrastination is a threat to our spirituality! 9:56

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Send us a text We have someone asking Jesus to help settle his case, to judge the merits of an inheritance dispute. Jesus does not take the bait and makes it clear to the individual that he is not here to judge. This is a valuable reminder to people who so often see God as one who judges and punishes. Jesus is very clear about his role. Jesus tells…

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'Annie' with Olivia Graf, Matt Rogers, and Carla Cummins 47:04

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It's easy to remember Annie for its catchy tunes and iconic optimism. But what if we told you this classic musical also offers a surprising amount of insight into our education system? In our latest episode of the Better Learning Podcast, we take a fresh look at the 1982 film adaptation of Annie through the eyes of school designers and changemakers…

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Episode 119: Futureproofing Trust with Garland Garris 36:28

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In Episode 119, Patrick and Ciprian welcome back Garland Garris of Accenture Federal Services for an insightful conversation on what it takes to prepare for a post-quantum future. The trio dives into the challenges of separating hype from reality in quantum computing, the urgent need to futureproof cryptographic systems, and how to build resilience…

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Luke 13:1-13 July 27, 25 How to pray like Jesus taught us. 9:18

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Send us a text The disciples of Jesus note that John the Baptist has taught his disciples to pray. They had likely seen Jesus pray or go off to a lonely place to pray so they are curious. Jesus gives them direction and insight into prayer. These “instructions” have become a prayer, the well know Lord’s Prayer or the Our Father. Prayer is very impor…

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'Accepted' with Emily Wright, Laura Smyles, and Kevin Stoller 52:47

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What if a group of students created their own college because no one else would accept them? That's exactly what happens in the 2006 movie Accepted, where a handful of students—rejected by every school they applied to—decide to take matters into their own hands. They invent a fake university, build a website, rent a building, and unknowingly attrac…

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Luke 10:38-42 July 20, 2025 The story of Martha and Mary, who is your favorite? 8:05

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Send us a text Mary, Martha and their brother Lazarus were friends of Jesus and they are frequently mentioned in the Gospels. We don’t have any record of anythng that Lazarus said but he is one of the three people in the Gospels that Jesus raised from the dead. The biblical record identifies these three explicit resurrection miracles performed by J…

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'Hoosiers' with Dr. Deb Kerr and Kevin Stoller 35:25

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If you've ever rooted for the underdog, Hoosiers probably lives rent-free in your head. The 1986 classic isn't just about basketball—it's about second chances, small-town pride, and what happens when people start believing in themselves and each other. Set in 1950s Indiana, the film follows a high school basketball team no one expects to win… until…

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Episode 118: Quantum Crossroads with Prineha Narang: Where Energy, Materials, and Sensors Meet 36:42

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In Episode 118, Patrick welcomes back returning guest Prineha Narang, professor at UCLA and a leader at the intersection of quantum science and materials engineering. They explore the accelerating trajectory of Quantum Computing, including the rising private venture interest, and how hybrid approaches are advancing both materials science and energy…

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Luke 10:25-37 July 13-25 Are you ready for eternal life? 9:20

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Send us a text In today’s Gospel Jesus is asked by a lawyer what must he do to inherit eternal life. The question is direct and honest, unlike many of the questions of the Pharisees and Sadducees that are often multi layered and are intended to trap Jesus rather learn from him. Jesus answers directly by asking him about the Law. This was understand…

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'Matilda' with Charlotte Nienhaus, Carla Cummins, and Kevin Stoller 38:22

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If you grew up in the '90s, there's a good chance Matilda made you believe two things: libraries are magical, and adults DEFINITELY don't always know best... The 1996 movie, adapted from Roald Dahl's classic book, gave us a hero who wasn't loud or flashy - but smart, kind, and quietly powerful. Oh, and she had telekinesis. So yeah, iconic. In this …

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Luke 10:1-12 July 6-25 Living our faith with all its rewards and traps! 9:08

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Send us a text This story is unusual because we have two distinct parts. The first part focusses on the advice Jesus gives his disciples and the second part focusses upon their return. When the 72 return,, they are rejoicing after what appears to be a most successful mission.. They are excited about what they saw. It is noteworthy that the first th…

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'High School Musical 2' with Erin Jennings and Carla Cummins 40:54

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When High School Musical 2 premiered on Disney Channel in August 2007, it shattered records with over 17 million viewers tuning in on its first night — making it the most-watched cable movie at the time. Trading school hallways for summer jobs at a posh country club, the film dives deeper into the personal growth of its characters, especially Troy …

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Episode 117: The Dignity of Work: Helen Young Hayes on Workforce Transformation 34:14

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In Episode 117, Patrick and Ciprian speak with Helen Young Hayes, Founder and CEO of ActivateWork. A former award-winning global fund manager turned workforce innovator, Helen shares how she’s helping underserved individuals achieve economic mobility through the dignity of work. The conversation explores building inclusive career pipelines, prepari…

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Mt 16:13-19 June 29 -25 Who is Jesus for you? 9:32

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Send us a text Who is Jesus for you? Jesus asked this question to his disciples. We all know by now that when Jesus asks a question, he already knows the answer and a teaching follows. Today’s reading is no exception. Jesus asks his disciples “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” Jesus gets a variety of answers, most people think he is a prop…

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'Wonder' with Brian Proctor, Carla Cummins, and Kevin Stoller 31:09

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What if your first day of school wasn't just nerve-wracking, but something you'd spent your entire life preparing for? That's the reality for Auggie Pullman, the main character in Wonder (2017), a film that tells the story of a young boy with facial differences entering a mainstream school for the first time. In this episode, host Kevin Stoller, co…

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Lk 9-11b-17Jun 22-25 What happened during the miracle of the multiplication of the loaves and two fish? 11:37

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Send us a text Today, our podcast focusses on one of the multiplication of loaves miracles. Luke begins describing the story with Jesus healing those who needed to be cured. It appears it’s the end of the day, so the disciples want to send the people into the villages to get something to eat and possibly seek lodging. Rather than sending the people…