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In need of a good read? Or just want to keep up with the books everyone's talking about? NPR's Book of the Day gives you today's very best writing in a snackable, skimmable, pocket-sized podcast. Whether you're looking to engage with the big questions of our times – or temporarily escape from them – we've got an author who will speak to you, all genres, mood and writing styles included. Catch today's great books in 15 minutes or less.
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Plegge's Pages

Derek Plegge

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Hey everybody, my name is Derek Plegge and I am the host of Plegge's Pages! As a husband, father, and small town pastor, I have found immense benefit from reading Christian books. In this podcast, I hope to not only share my love for reading, but also direct you to some life-changing books!
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Bloody Good Reads

Snakebite Horror

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Blood Good Reads is a flag ship podcast from Bloody Good Screen where host Mark Goddard interviews amazing horror authors and invites them to talk about three books they love. The podcast will also delve in to the careers of the authors to find what makes them the writers they are today. We also host the Movie Club podcast aswell. Follow us over on Twitter @bloodygoodreads Any suggestions of authors you would like to hear on the show? email us:[email protected] ‘RSSVERIFY’
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Close Reads Podcast

Goldberry Studios

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Close Reads is a book-club podcast for the incurable reader co-hosted by David Kern, Heidi White, Sean Johnson, and occasionally Tim McIntosh. We read good books and talk about them. This is a show for amateurs in the best sense. This is not an experts show: we’re book lovers, book enthusiasts. Our goal is have empathetic and intelligent conversations about good books. Close Reads is produced by Goldberry Studios, the podcast wing of Goldberry Books, a family-run indie bookshop in Concord, N ...
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We Read Movies

We Read Movies

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There are good gay movies out there, but we won't be talking about them. We're three unqualified nobodies who discuss the very worst that gay cinema has to offer. At We Read Movies, we don't just watch movies, we read them for filth.
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Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project

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Gretchen Rubin is HAPPIER, and she wants you to be happier too. The #1 bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before gets more personal than ever as she brings her practical, manageable advice about happiness and good habits to this lively, thought-provoking podcast. Gretchen’s cohost and guinea pig is her younger sister, Elizabeth Craft, a TV writer and producer living in Los Angeles, who (lovingly) refers to Gretchen as her happiness bully. Sales and Distribution by Le ...
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FVRL ReadRadio Podcast

Fraser Valley Regional Library

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Are you looking for something good to read? Or watch? Or listen to? Tune in to Fraser Valley Regional Library’s ReadRadio podcast for some great recommendations. In each episode we will highlight some of the library’s books, movies and TV shows that you might not know about. All reviewed materials are available for loan in the FVRL catalogue. Fraser Valley Regional Library is the largest public library system in British Columbia, with 25 community libraries serving nearly 680,000 people in i ...
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Host Jordan Lloyd Bookey speaks with authors and reading enthusiasts to explore ways to build a stronger culture of reading in our communities. They'll dive into their personal experiences, inspirations, and why their stories and ideas are connecting so well with kids.
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Readings of the Gospel from the Traditional Latin Mass for every day. I am using “The Saint Andrew Daily Missal”. Imprimatur Jos Van Der Meersch 1945. I am also using “The Roman Missal (1962)” Most Reverend Fabian W Bruskewitz, DD, STD, Bishop of Lincoln. Saint readings are taken from “Saints for Young People for Every Day of the Year”. Imprimatur Richard Cardinal Cushing Archbishop of Boston 1963. For the descriptions, I am using the Online Douay Rheims Bible to paste the Bible readings and ...
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Maxwell Lander is an educator and photographer in eastern Canada. Aaron King is an editor and collage artist in the Midwestern US. They're both game designers, and together, they read RPG books, find the good bits, and discuss them critically. Welcome to RTFM.
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Good Guys

Dear Media

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Hosted by actor & writer, Josh Peck, and entrepreneur & social media icon, Ben Soffer. Check back in every Monday & Thursday for brand new episodes! What are ya nuts?!
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You know that guy that reads all the time, and always has a book recommendation for you? Well, I read and/or produce hundreds of audiobooks a year, and when I read one that has good material, I feature it here. This is my Recommended Listening list. These choices are not influenced by authors or sponsors, just books worthy of your consideration.
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Good News For Lefties (and America!) - Daily News for Democracy

Beowulf Rochlen - A democracy advocate, daily news content creator, positive progressive, proponent of democratic principles, and all around lefty.

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Positive, daily news for progressives and democracy! Democrats, Leftists, liberals, and democratic socialists welcome. A respite from troubling headlines in difficult times. Sure, read the bad news, but then listen to us! Send good news tips to [email protected] or 202-656-6271 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.
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Apocrypals

Benito and Chris

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A podcast where two non-believers read through the Bible but try not to be jerks about it. Join comics writers Benito Cereno and Chris Sims as they journey through the Good Book from Acts to Zephaniah, with stops in the Apocrypha along the way.
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Welcome to the "The Bible is Alive!" where we read through the entire Bible and uncover how Jesus is the heart of every story from Genesis to Revelation! You'll connect the dots between the Old and New Testaments as you fall in love with God's Word, and you'll see how the Bible is relevant for your modern life. http://TheBibleIsAlive.org/
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good bookin

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Join Sarah, Ruthie, and Breena weekly as they discuss all things related to books. Simply, they are best friends who love to read. They'll talk about their current book club picks, favorite book series, book rankings, and so much more!
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"What's Good?" W/ Charlie Taylor

The 5th Element Podcast Network

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Welcome to "What's Good?", where I tackle a myriad of subjects: From Film/TV to Music, to Tech, Race & Society; Current Affairs and many more, through my eyes and the eyes of the writers I read. So if you take an interest in anything I feel like talking about any given week, along with the occasional interview with Friends of 5E, then this is your podcast. A 5EPN Original.
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Handmade Humanity

Austin Hoffman

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"A classic is something everybody wants to have read, but no one wants to read." Good things are not hard to find, but they are hard to like. In a world in which almost everything else fades, some good things last, but they are an acquired taste. The Handmade Humanity podcast helps develop your appetite for good things that have stood the test of time. Join Austin and Max as they explore the riches of the classical tradition and bring ancient ideas to the modern era. It can be difficult to b ...
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The Reef Podcast is a podcast where we interview all content creators wether you have 1 follower or a million you will get interviewed no matter how big or small you are, we plan on doing it on Sundays, sometimes we will have special guests and there will be episodes where we try to bring positive and good outlooks in life and read motivation to encourage people to be their selves and not get judge for who they are.
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What Should I Read Next? is the show for every reader who has ever finished a book and faced the problem of not knowing what to read next. Each week, Anne Bogel, of the blog Modern Mrs Darcy, interviews a reader about the books they love, the books they hate, and the books they're reading now. Then, she makes recommendations about what to read next. The real purpose of the show is to help YOU find your next read. To learn more or apply to be on the show visit whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com.
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Good Bad Billionaire

BBC World Service

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How did the planet's richest people make their billions? From iconic celebrities and secretive CEOs to sporting legends and titans of technology, Simon Jack and Zing Tsjeng find out, and then decide whether they think they’re good, bad, or just another billionaire. Ever wondered how Taylor Swift went from country singer to money-spinner? How Amazon boss Jeff Bezos came to launch one of the biggest corporations of the internet age? And how six-time NBA champion Michael Jordan made his fortune ...
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Welcome to the Your Move with Andy Stanley podcast, where we help you make better decisions and live with fewer regrets. Your Move provides practical content on life topics like personal development, relationships, work, leadership, faith, and more. It’s simple. We provide the content and recommend next steps; then it's Your Move! Visit www.yourmove.is for more content to watch, listen to, and read along with resources.
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Marlon and Jake Read Dead People is a podcast hosted by the Man Booker Prize-winning and internationally bestselling author Marlon James and his editor, Jake Morrissey, Executive Editor at Riverhead Books. In each episode, Marlon and Jake talk about authors—specifically dead authors. Authors they like. Authors they hate. Great books, terrible books, and books they love that you’d never expect them to. As a writer and an editor, Marlon and Jake have read thousands of books between them, and t ...
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A fairy tale podcast for kids about real life extraordinary women from all over the world. Based on the bestselling series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, each episode explores the lives of women from the books, encouraging young listeners to ask questions and explore their interests.
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WHOA That's Good Podcast

Sadie Robertson Huff

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The "WHOA That's Good" podcast welcomes you into meaningful conversations with authors, athletes, musicians, speakers, and stars of film and television in search of the answer to just one question: What is the best advice you have ever been given? Hosted by Sadie Robertson, best-selling author, founder of Live Original, and star of A&E's "Duck Dynasty" & season 19 of ABC's "Dancing with the Stars," this fun and lighthearted podcast is sure to leave you saying, "WHOA That's Good!"
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ORDER IN THE COURT, MORONS! Today we’re joined by the one and only Limor Mojdehiazad, otherwise known as @LawyerLimor, to help us wrap our heads around the messiest trials of the year. Karen Read is back in court for the alleged murder of her Boston cop boyfriend- the case includes a snowstorm, a missing party, and a house full of cops with zero al…
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As animals, our brains float above the planet’s surface. We were made to be mobile and carry our intelligence with us. A huge leap for mankind is happening right now. Contained within our minds and everything around us is the solution to our anxiety. Ecologist and naturalist Simon Mustoe shows us how to consume a more balanced variety of knowledge …
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Once upon a time, there was a girl who lived where snowy peaks scraped the sky. Her name was Aisholpan. For generations, Kazakh nomads in Mongolia raised golden eagles to hunt. Aisholpan’s father was one of the best eagle hunters, so she asked him to teach her everything he knew. Despite the danger, she caught and trained her own eagle in the icy A…
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Have you ever thought how Jesus never said, “Get along with your enemies,” or “just ignore them.” Instead, Jesus said, “Love your enemies.” I'm Luke from Little Big Things and welcome to Day 139 of our Read the Bible in a Year journey! Today we're going to five into our Bibles and discover how to overcome evil with good. Get ready to be both challe…
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Send us a text This week on Bloody Good Screen Movie Club, we're heading back to the 90s for two absolute cinematic juggernauts – Steven Spielberg's dino-sized blockbuster Jurassic Park and Quentin Tarantino’s genre-defining classic Pulp Fiction. Join Mark, Taz, Niall, and Marcus as we dive into raptors, royale with cheese, and everything in betwee…
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Send us a text Hannah and Laura finish Oathbound and have many questions about the intimate scenes in the book. Yet, they have zero questions about the action scenes. Weird. They also chat about a fantastic biography, a new Taskmaster cast member, and how they just do not understand how money works. **This episode contains SPOILERS for Oathbound by…
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Every believer needs time in God’s Word — but where do we start? Sadie and Christian are joined by pastor and author David Platt who just released "How to Read the Bible," a guide to building a deeper relationship with God through Scripture. He challenges us not just to read, but to memorize and meditate on it. Sadie gets honest and shares that re-…
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In a week where: The UK hands Chagos Islands back to Mauritius. Sacha Jenkins, Director and Hip-Hop Journalist, dies aged 53. Russia ramps up on Ukraine, targeting Kyiv with a large drone strike. It's been five years since the murder of George Floyd. Nearly 50 injured as car ploughs into crowd at Liverpool victory parade. In Society: (8:53) In 2019…
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Have you ever felt like you're not bearing enough fruit in your life? I'm Luke from Little Big Things, and welcome to Day 148 of our Read the Bible in a Year journey! Today, we're exploring the powerful metaphor of the vine and branches, discovering how staying connected to God produces abundant fruit in our lives. We'll also learn about overcoming…
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TELLYPATHIC 007: Star Trek The Original Series S2E04 Mirror Mirror Welcome to Tellypathic, a new podcast where the hosts Gary and Mark talk about their favourite episodes of TV, from any era and any subject…. with an overpowering hint of Star Trek as the base sauce. In this episode, Gary and Mark talk about Mirror Mirror, the first episode in Star …
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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen highlights significant victories for democracy, community, and progress across the nation. We start with a pivotal decision from the Fulton County, Georgia Board of Commissioners, who voted to reject the nominations of two election deniers, Julie Adams and Jason Frazier, for the Board o…
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In the 1950s, horror comic books – featuring at times gory depictions of violence – were rising in popularity. But these comics triggered a moral panic, ultimately leading to the Comics Code Authority's decision to outlaw werewolves, vampires and even the word "horror." Now, journalist Michael Dean is out with an anthology of these long-forgotten M…
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“I tell kids that books are not there to torment you. The author has to get you in the first ten pages. If they do not, they fail, because a book is like a lawnmower—you pull it, and either it starts or it doesn't start.” –Soman Chainai Soman Chainani wants reading to feel irresistible. The bestselling author of "The School for Good and Evil," seri…
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We discuss how creating before-and-after photo books of renovations or improvements can bring satisfaction and preserve memories. Our happiness hack suggests visiting your local library (or museum) for the first time; that first visit can be surprising to make. We also share listeners’ strategies for handling a spouse who asks too many questions at…
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Sadie begins by thanking everyone for the outpouring of love, messages, and support she and the Robertson family have received since her grandfather Phil Robertson, passed on. Then Korie and Christian join her to answer questions and talk about the realities of filming a TV show with your family. Is their reality show scripted? What are some funny …
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Send us a text Hannah and Laura have volunteered as tributes for this week's bonus episode! That's right, they're talking all about Suzanne Collins' works, specifically, Sunrise on the Reaping! They discuss the depth of these YA dystopian novels, moments that hit for them, and things they could have lived without in the prequels. **This episode con…
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You had questions; we did our best to answer them. It’s the Piranesi Q&A episode. Happy listening! Up next: An ask-us-anything mailbag episode, then we’ll be kicking off a new series on The Great Gatsby. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit closereads.substack.com/subs…
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Here we are for episode 766! In which Mister Yeti visits a furry friend on The Small Island (otherwise known as The Isle Of Wight) for Eurovision, Paul and Mama Yeti also talk about books and Mister T has more intergalactic facts for us! Our next episode, #767 sees Paul and Martin Holmes reunited to discuss some of the big pop/rock stars around in …
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Ascension The Acts of the Apostles say that when Jesus was lifted up “a cloud took him from their sight.” It means that they couldn’t see him anymore because he was obscured by a cloud. It doesn’t mean that he is not there anymore. He is still there behind the cloud until the end of time. The book of Revelation says that Jesus will come sitting on …
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13 You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt lose its savour, wherewith shall it be salted? It is good for nothing any more but to be cast out, and to be trodden on by men. Vos estis sal terrae. Quod si sal evanuerit, in quo salietur? ad nihilum valet ultra, nisi ut mittatur foras, et conculcetur ab hominibus. 14 You are the light of the world…
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Soraya Tarzi became Afghanistan's first modern queen in 1919. At a time when women were expected to stay hidden, she challenged norms, opened a school for girls, and fought for women's rights alongside her husband, King Amanullah. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This epi…
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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the vastness of God's wisdom? I'm Luke from Little Big Things, and welcome to Day 147 of our Read the Bible in a Year journey! Today, we're diving into Psalms that celebrate God's faithfulness throughout our lives, exploring the depths of God's wisdom, and learning about the importance of humility. Get ready to be …
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Every year we get some variation of this question: how can a reader like today’s guest, Elise Brancheau, balance all the shiny new books of summer with the backlist titles that are already patiently waiting on her to-be-read list? Elise is a New Jersey-based professional classical singer who describes herself as a huge reading-planning nerd. We kno…
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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen shines a light on inspiring stories that affirm the power of democracy, community, and activism. We kick off with a significant ruling from a federal judge who has struck down an executive order aimed at punishing the law firm M. Jenner and Block for its advocacy work. This landmark dec…
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In Honor Jones' new novel Sleep, the protagonist Margaret grows up in a verdant suburban world with her family and a best friend who follows her through life. But when something disorienting happens to her, Margaret isn't protected – and so she grows up learning to protect herself instead. As a mother, she becomes concerned with how to raise her ch…
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Mark and Sam continue covering the animated (and part-animated) movies of Disney, with Bambi (1942) Links to all our Disney episodes: The Good The Bad and The Disney Feedback to: [email protected] Or chat with Mark who runs the facebook account at http://www.facebook.com/the-good-the-bad-and-the-odd or read Mark’s reviews on Letterbox…
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35 Let your loins be girt, and lamps burning in your hands. Sint lumbi vestri praecincti, et lucernae ardentes in manibus vestris, 36 And you yourselves like to men who wait for their lord, when he shall return from the wedding; that when he cometh and knocketh, they may open to him immediately. et vos similes hominibus exspectantibus dominum suum …
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Have you ever experienced a change so profound you wanted to shout it from the rooftops? I'm Luke from Little Big Things, and welcome to Day 146 of our Read the Bible in a Year journey! Today, we're exploring the life-changing power of God's work in our lives. Get ready to discover how sharing how God has changed our own lives, can impact those aro…
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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen serves up a delightful assortment of stories that highlight the power of grassroots activism and progressive reforms. We kick off with the announcement of the "No Kings Nationwide Day of Defiance," set for June 14, 2025, coinciding with Donald Trump's planned military parade. Activists …
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OpenAI was founded as a nonprofit meant to conduct artificial intelligence research that would benefit the general public. In the company's early days, reporter Karen Hao arranged to spend time in OpenAI's offices and noticed the culture there was incredibly secretive. That secrecy raised questions for Hao that ultimately resulted in her new book, …
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I love book titles, and when I finally tracked down the book attached to one of my favorite titles, I was astonished to learn where I heard about it. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transc…
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Sadie's own therapist, Terra Tucker, is here to talk about generational blessings, breaking cycles, and seeing how God uses our stories for His glory. Mrs. Terra encourages us that we are neither the best nor worst parts of our stories, but we're undeniably shaped by them—and from them, we have a narrative. So what do we do with that? Mrs. Terra sh…
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LeBron James was selling out basketball arenas while still in high school. At just 18, he said he was offered a $10 million cheque from Reebok - on the spot - if he agreed not to meet any other brands. It was a life-changing sum for a teenager living with his mum in the projects. But LeBron turned it down. He was willing to hedge his bets. He’s won…
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John 16:23-30. 16:23. And in that day you shall not ask me any thing. Amen, amen, I say to you: if you ask the Father any thing in my name, he will give it you. 16:24. Hitherto, you have not asked any thing in my name. Ask, and you shall receive; that your joy may be full. 16:25. These things I have spoken to you in proverbs. The hour cometh when I…
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When was the last time you paused to marvel at the wonders all around you? I'm Luke from Little Big Things, and welcome to Day 145 of our Read the Bible in a Year journey! Today, we're diving into Psalms that celebrate God's awesome power and steadfast love. We'll explore the incredible value of faithful prayer and discover how our praises can be a…
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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen dives into heartwarming stories that highlight the power of community, innovation, and resilience in the face of adversity. We start in Great Falls, Montana, where a groundbreaking Peer Mentor program is making waves in mental health support. High school students are stepping up to help…
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Hey leave us a comment and feedback for a chance to get a shoutout on the next episode. The Reef Podcast returns wiith a brand new episode, on this episode LuisIpa alongside guest Co-host NightmareRyzing talk to indie game developer BornMonkie who is known for making an upcoming indie game called Dodo Duckie hope you guys enjoy this amazing episode…
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Have you ever wondered what your life looks like from God's perspective? I'm Luke from Little Big Things, and welcome to Day 144 of our Read the Bible in a Year journey! Today, we're diving into powerful Psalms that show us how to trust God in difficult times, exploring what it means to be "more than conquerors," and learning about the dangers of f…
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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen brings you a collection of uplifting stories that celebrate resilience, diversity, and the power of community action. We begin with a landmark ruling from a federal judge who has blocked the Trump administration's ban on international students at Harvard, safeguarding the rights of near…
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We discuss why it’s interesting to consider our longest continuous non-family relationships. We spotlight a tool for spring: the Five-Senses Quiz that helps you discover which of our senses might be neglected. Plus, we explore how authors like Stephen King shape their creative landscapes from personal memories, and how viewing the own past through …
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This week, we watched the coming of age teen movie Henry Gamble's Birthday Party, about the most terrible pool party you've ever imagined. Dark secrets about your mom's sex life, casual racism, self-harm, and worst of all a guy playing the guitar. Can Steve from Stranger Things jerking off into a sock save it? Let's find out! Topics discussed: Free…
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