Best FWS Podcasts (2025)

Originally Released 8 November 2019 ~ Celebration is in the air as Beaujolais Nouveau is released each November. However, Vino Novello is released weeks prior. Some would say it's the Italian answer to the Nouveau, but there are some differences. This episode explores Vino Novello, carbonic maceration, as well as the celebrations that showcase the …

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The Christian Walk (part 62) Do You Ask Questions 34:07

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OTC AskRegs Experts: Unpacking Cost of Attendance 34:09

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This week on "Off the Cuff," Tim and David do a deep dive into the cost of attendance (COA). David begins the conversation by discussing the purpose of COA, and its different categories. From there, Tim and David discuss multiple aspects of COA, including how institutions build their COA and additional fees – such as health insurance and student lo…

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Let's Absinthe ... Again! (re-release for Halloween) 24:13

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Just in time for spooky season we explore a treat of a fine spirit with a tricky past. Absinthe: what it is, how it behaves in the glass, the deal on wormwood, a brief history, and some thujone theory. Please absinthe responsibly, and apologies for the historical nugget on dog flatulence. Resources from this episode: Books: Absinthe: History in a B…

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The Christian Walk (part 61) Exploring the Saddlebag of Classic Methodism 34:30

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Soave - A Classic White Wine from Veneto | S20E4 19:40

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An exploration of Soave wine region, grapes, and styles, come Soave culture anecdotes, plus a silly "ricco Soave" joke. Resources from this episode: Books: Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours [Kindle Edition], Robinson, J., Harding, J., Vouillamoz, J. (2013) Websites: Drunkard's Almanac: Sinat…

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OTC AskRegs Experts: Unpacking the RISE Neg Reg Committee 36:48

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This week on "Off The Cuff," Tim and Jill do a deep dive into the Department of Education's (ED) recently held negotiated rulemaking (neg reg) session for the Reimagining and Improving Student Education (RISE) committee. Jill explains the committee's goal to implement multiple provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). From there, the te…

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The Christian Walk (part 58) Blind Spots-3 33:40

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OTC Inside The Beltway: Updates from the Government Shutdown 19:49

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This week on "Off The Cuff," Melanie and Nalia provide an update on where things stand with funding for federal student aid programs due to the ongoing government shutdown. Nalia begins by debriefing listeners on what has happened with the government shutdown so far, which began on October 1. Melanie then discusses how the shutdown – now entering i…

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The Christian Walk (part 57) Blind Spots-2 34:14

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Super Tuscany and Spiritual Swagger | S20E3 19:34

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An exploration of the origins of Super Tuscans & the spirit of free thinking, progress, and stepping (or sippng) outside the box. Resources from this episode: Websites: Antinori: The Antinori Family https://www.antinori.it/en/family/ Author's Calendar: Giosuè Carducci (1835 - 1907) https://authorscalendar.info/carducci.htm Bolgheri DOC: https://www…

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The Christian Walk (part 56) Blind Spots-1 33:32

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OTC AskRegs Experts: Shutdown Interruptions and an Update on FWS Guidance 26:01

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This week on "Off The Cuff," Hugh is joined by David to discuss how the lapse in appropriations for fiscal year (FY) 2026 is impacting Department of Education (ED) services and programs. David shares some guidance from the department, which outlined how over 80% of ED and Federal Student Aid (FSA) staff are being furloughed during the shutdown. Hug…

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The Christian Walk (part 60) Spiritual Warfare - Reflecting on the Influence of Charlie Kirk continued 34:01

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A Quick Exploration of Emilia-Romagna Wine | S20E2 17:01

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Emilia Romagna: An exploration of North-Central Italy's eclectic collection of wines and vines. Resources from this episode: Books: The Oxford Companion to Wine [5th Edition, Kindle Edition], Harding, J., Robinson, J., Thomas, T. (2023) Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours [Kindle Edition], Rob…

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OTC AskRegs Experts: ED's Proposed Regs for PSLF 15:29

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This week on "Off The Cuff" Tim is joined by Jill to dive into the latest developments concerning the Department of Education's (ED) proposed regulations for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. To kick things off, Jill provides a brief recap on the recent negotiated rulemaking (Neg Reg) committee that considered regulations concerni…

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The Christian Walk (part 59) Spiritual Warfare - Reflecting on the Influence of Charlie Kirk 34:33

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OTC Inside the Beltway: September Deadlines Are Piling Up 23:52

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This week on "Off The Cuff," Melanie, Karen, and Hugh discuss several pertinent September deadlines impacting higher education. First, Hugh catches listeners up on where things stand with the annual appropriations cycle and how Congress is faring with the September 30 funding deadline. Then Karen explains how the upcoming negotiated rulemaking (Neg…

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The Christian Walk (part 55) Levels of Prayer 34:37

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Ligurian Wine | S20E1 24:55

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An exploration of the wines and the region of Liguria on Italy's northwestern coast Resources from this episode: Books: The Oxford Companion to Wine [5th Edition, Kindle Edition], Harding, J., Robinson, J., Thomas, T. (2023) Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours [Kindle Edition], Robinson, J., H…

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OTC Inside the Beltway: Verification, Countdown to FAFSA Launch, and a NegReg Roadmap 29:18

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This week on "Off The Cuff," Melanie is joined by Karen to catch listeners up on identity verification news, FAFSA beta updates, and a roadmap to the upcoming Negotiated Rulemaking (NegReg) sessions. The team kicks things off with a discussion on the Department of Education's (ED) new initiative concerning identity verification, and highlights some…

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The Christian Walk (part 54) Playing the Blame Game 33:08

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The Christian Walk (part 53) The Possibilities of Full Salvation 33:45

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Free BOOK mentioned in this episode. Email [email protected] The offer is valid through the end of 2025.By Fundamental Wesleyan Society

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The Christian Walk (part 52) True and False Repentance 33:59

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Summer Splash: Getting Our Grappa On - Again! (Re-release) 14:47

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Since we have been all immersed in vino Italiano this season, I thought it would be fun to revisit this episode while I'm , let's just say, out of the cellar this month: Getting Our Grappa On (S10E3) A deep dive into grappa—the bold Italian spirit made from pomace, with anecdotes on its enduring appeal across centuries . As summer transitions to ha…

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OTC Inside the Beltway: Catching Up on August's NegReg and Appropriations Headlines 15:41

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This week on "Off The Cuff," Hugh provides a brief catch-up of some summer headlines from Congress and the Department of Education (ED). First, Hugh highlights the latest developments in the annual appropriations process with the Senate releasing its spending plan for ED for fiscal year 2026, which mostly flat-funds programs for the upcoming year, …

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The Christian Walk (part 51) Christian Marriages - 2 33:36

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The Christian Walk (part 50) Christian Marriages - 1 34:03

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Summer Splash: Rosato Refresh - Italian Rosé Re-release 18:26

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Since we're between seasons where we're exploring Italian wine and working our way down Italy's boot, I thought we'd revisit the Rosato episode from way back in Season 1. Rosato, Italian for rosé wine, it's literally what's in my glass right now. T I hope you can find a glass of Italian rosé to help you wind down your summer while we take a lovely …

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The Christian Walk (part 49) The Order of Salvation 3 33:00

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Elmer Long tapes 6 - Insufficiency of False Teaching Galatians 6 v11-16 40:57

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Restored audio from an April 1987 recording of FWS founder Elmer Long. Please keep in mind this was recorded almost 4 decades ago!By Fundamental Wesleyan Society

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The Great White Wines of Piemonte, a Nymph, a Rascal, and a Princess | S19E6 26:31

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An exploration of the major white wines and grapes, and legends of Piemonte (Piedmont), Italy Resources from this episode: Books: The Oxford Companion to Wine [5th Edition, Kindle Edition], Harding, J., Robinson, J., Thomas, T. (2023) Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours [Kindle Edition], Robin…

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OTC Inside the Beltway: SCOTUS Weighs in on ED's RIF, Reconciliation Becomes Law and PSLF Goes to NegReg 47:33

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This week on "Off The Cuff," Hugh is joined by Karen, Megan and Sarah to catch listeners up on some of the biggest news impacting student financial aid policy. Hugh kicks things off with a quick update on the Department of Education's (ED) reduction in force (RIF) and how a recent order from the U.S. Supreme Court could impact the department's staf…