Best How Churches Can Help People Who Podcasts (2025)

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The Problem with “Playing It Safe” in LCMS Ministry 48:13

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What if the greatest threat to your ministry isn’t burnout—it’s playing it safe? In this episode, Dr. Cole Braun, CEO of the Lutheran High School Association of Greater Milwaukee, joins Pastor Tim Ahlman to unpack what bold leadership looks like in the Church today. From turning around struggling schools to writing his upcoming book Why Wouldn’t Yo…

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Christians in Montreal today and across history 45:22

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Can we have new pipelines and curb climate change, too? 54:09

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Hostage family, Palestinian man reflect on 2 years since Hamas attack on Israel 22:01

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Darfur: Militia leader convicted of war crimes 37:00

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Chicago, Portland clash with Trump over National Guard 21:04

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Why progressives may not be as 'woke' as they think 54:09

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Ghana: Why are children dying in boarding schools? 34:15

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How Emily Harrington Became The First Woman To Free Climb El Cap’s Golden Gate In Under 24 Hours 2:02:07

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Emily Harrington is a professional climber who became the first woman to free climb El Capitan's Golden Gate route in under 24 hours, captured in the documentary Girl Climber. This conversation explores her 50-foot fall that nearly ended everything, the eating disorder that almost destroyed her career, and how crying while climbing became her stren…

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Astrakhan, Kazan, and Crimea: A History 26:03

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Send us a text Today, we discuss the histories of the remnants of the Golden Horde and the Mongol Invasion, the khanates of Astrakhan, Kazan, and Crimea. Support the show

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This Prayer Is God’s Gift To You 28:31

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Discover the heavenly benefits of praying in tongues and experience greater intimacy with God today.By Joseph Prince

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Undercounted: Treatment options limited as drugs flow into U.S. jails 26:38

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Statistics show about 60% of inmates have a substance abuse disorder, yet drugs are commonly smuggled inside U.S. jail facilities, contributing to overdose deaths in custody. And when jails have treatment options like methadone and Suboxone, there often aren't enough to go around. Here & Now’s Peter O’Dowd reports from a jail in Albuquerque, New Me…

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Why a proposed 'new capitalism' is contested 54:08

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It’s loathed and celebrated, by both the left and right. It's called The Great Reset. To conspiracy theorists, it's a plot by global elites at the World Economic Forum to control our lives. To its supporters, it represents a gentler, more humane form of capitalism. IDEAS contributor Ira Basen lays out the origins, its aims and its potential, for bo…

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Can Botswana continue to depend on its diamond industry? 27:30

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In an exclusive interview with the BBC's Waihiga Mwaura, Botswana's President Duma Boko, outlines his plan to reduce his country's reliance on the diamond industry amid falling global demand, and how he is pushing for a 0% tariff deal with the US. Guinea is showing signs of economic progress under the military-led regime. What is driving the countr…

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Undercounted: Why suicide is a leading cause of death in U.S. jails 25:49

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Mario Mason died by suicide in the Oklahoma County jail soon after he was convicted of murder in a dispute over a stolen car. His death wasn’t an outlier — data from the Marshall Project found that suicide is a leading cause of death in U.S. jails. Here & Now’s Peter O’Dowd reports from Oklahoma City. And, some U.S. jails are taking measures to red…

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How mass media can make and break fascism 54:08

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What happens when original artworks become endless copies? German philosopher Walter Benjamin called it the death of "aura," and his concept predicted our digital age. He describes "aura" as the energy that encases an object. In the '20s, Benjamin experimented with hashish under medical supervision, and his thinking while on drugs evolved to a theo…

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Morocco's Gen Z protests rise and spread 28:08

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Violent clashes, arrests and deaths during Morocco’s GenZ 212 protests Why Senegal's fishermen are blaming a BP natural gas project for lack of fish And Nigeria's First Lady raises $13million for national library – but why has it taken so long? Presenter : Nyasha MichelleProducers: Yvette Twagiramariya, Mark Wilberforce, Bella Hassan and Joseph Kee…

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Undercounted: The hidden deaths in America’s jails 26:30

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Over a four-year period between 2019 and 2023, about 1,000 people died annually in U.S. jails. Nearly one-third of those deaths don't have a cause of death, according to an analysis of federal data by The Marshall Project. To kick off our series "Undercounted: The hidden deaths in America’s jail," Here & Now’s Peter O’Dowd speaks with Jay Aronson, …

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Ex-DRC president sentenced to death 29:41

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The former president of the Democratic Republic of Congo is sentenced to death in absentia for crimes against humanity, treason and backing the Rwandan-supported M23 rebels in eastern Congo. The court has ordered his arrest, but his whereabouts remain unknown We look at the man and his life. Also in the programme: Officials in Namibia have deployed…

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What life was like for Luke Galati in a psychiatric ward 54:08

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Writer and filmmaker Luke Galati shares what it is like living with bipolar I disorder and staying in a psychiatric ward — an experience he says feels like being in a fish bowl. While being hospitalized meant he lost his sense of freedom and control, he never lost hope. Luke's documentary is both a personal essay and a series of conversations with …

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How to Become Resilient 3:28:50

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Resilience isn’t about pretending you’re fine or never feeling pain—it’s about learning how to act in your best interest despite the pain. In this episode of Solved, we dive deep into the science, psychology, and real-life examples of resilience—from Ernest Shackleton’s crew surviving two years stranded in Antarctica to my own slightly insane decis…

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Why Worship Is More Than Music: A Conversation with Johnny Venegas 49:37

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What does it mean to truly live out your calling? In this episode, Tim sits down with Johnny Venegas, worship leader at King of Kings Church in Omaha, Nebraska, to hear his story of faith, music, and mission. From growing up as a pastor’s kid in Chile to finding his place in the LCMS, Johnny shares how God reshaped his heart for ministry, the strug…

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Trump's plan for Gaza is not a done deal 27:21

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President Trump and Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are urging Hamas to accept a 20-point U.S. peace deal. The plan calls for Hamas to disarm in exchange for an end to the fighting, aid to Palestinians, and the reconstruction of Gaza. Rachel Brandenburg of the Israel Policy Forum shares more. And, Oracle co-founder and chair Larry Elliso…

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How Inuk activist Aaju Peter learned to 'decolonize' her mind 54:08

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Aaju Peter was 11 years old when she was taken from her Inuk community in Greenland and sent away to learn the ways of the West. She lost her language and culture. The activist, lawyer, designer, musician, filmmaker, and prolific teacher takes IDEAS host Nahlah Ayed on a tour of Iqaluit and into a journey to decolonization that continues still. *Th…

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AGOA: US-Africa trade deal set to expire 33:02

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AGOA: Why is a vital US-Africa trade deal set to expire? And why will women be more affected? Oil workers go on strike at Dangote Refinery in Nigeria following dismissal of hundreds of staff. And professional boxing suspended in Ghana following the death of two boxers in 6 months. Presenter Nyasha MichelleProducers: Tanya Hines, Joseph Keen ,Yvette…

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Can the fierce wars of today end in peace? 54:09

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If intractable conflicts in the 90s could end in peace agreements, is there hope for the ongoing wars in Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan and beyond? What can we learn from the successes and failures of the past about how to create a more peaceful world? And what solutions are obstructed by lack of will? Nahlah Ayed and guests explore what peacemaking and rebu…

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What's next for the Mormon Church after death of longtime leader 20:40

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It was a hard weekend for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Longtime leader Russell M. Nelson died on Saturday at the age of 101. On Sunday, a deadly attack on a Mormon congregation in Michigan killed at least four people. We look back on Nelson's life and leadership with Patrick Mason, chair of Mormon history at Utah State Universit…

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Why is Gen Z protesting in Madagascar? 30:44

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Authorities in Madagascar impose a curfew in the capital, Antananarivo, after protests over frequent power and water shortages turn violent. As the police continue to patrol the streets, we ask whether the government has improved conditions in the country? Also in the programme: The Island of Seychelles, one of the richest countries in Africa, hold…

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Do you ever feel like your prayers are going unanswered? The enemy wants you to believe God’s not listening, but the truth is He hears you. His presence is with you in the mountains and the valleys, and He’s working one moment at a time. If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: ele.vc/tIepfr Scripture References: Psalm 120, v…

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Psychotherapist John W. Price Unpacks Ancient Wisdom For Modern Healing 2:48:27

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Dr. John Price is a depth psychotherapist and co-founder of The Center for Healing Arts & Sciences. This conversation explores why men have 50% fewer friends than twenty years ago, the crisis of modern masculinity, shadow work, and John's concept of "sacred refusal" —honoring the adaptations that once saved us but now destroy us. We discuss why suf…

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God Is Good Even When Things Are Not 28:31

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Unlock a deeper level of faith to trust the Lord for greater blessings & breakthroughs in your life!By Joseph Prince

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What AI means for your money, music and love life 30:08

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If an artificial intelligence bubble is about to burst, could it also pop your 401(k)? Some big voices in AI — including Sam Altman, who co-founded the company that created ChatGPT — suggest AI stock may be overpriced. These AI companies make up a big proportion of many retirement funds. We discuss how to think about managing your money in this mom…

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How rhythm helps us walk, talk — and even love 54:01

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Rhythm is more than a fundamental feature of music. It's what makes us human. Rhythm begins in the womb and the heartbeat. And neuroscience research reveals that for the rest of our lives, rhythm will continue to have a core impact on our innermost selves: how we learn to walk, read and even bond with others. Rhythm — as one researcher puts it — is…

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Who is Malawi's old next President? 34:47

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Malawi re-elects former President Peter Mutharika. At 85. How did he beat other contenders? What's life like in Bunagana town along Uganda's recently reopened border with rebel held eastern DR Congo Nigerian women push for more female MPs. Does reserving seats for women in parliament help ? Presenter: Charles GitongaProducers: Mark Wilberforce, Nya…

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The natural — and unnatural — history of air on Earth 54:08

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Air is one of the most essential elements for human life. Yet even though we depend on air, we humans are dramatically changing the atmosphere — making the air unbearably hot in some parts of the world, unbreathable in the most polluted parts of the world, and pushing the climate toward tipping points. As humans who caused this, we have to adapt to…

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Is now a good time to buy a house? 19:34

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The median price of a house sold in the United States in the second quarter of the year was the lowest it has been in about three years. But is now a good time to buy? Orphe Divounguy, economist at Zillow, explains the shifting market. And, President Trump has imposed a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas, sharply increasing costs for employers sponsoring s…

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A landmark deal for HIV jab 29:52

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A new HIV prevention drug will be made available at a lower cost in over 100 low-income countries within two years, including across Africa. It's a move expected to give millions access to the breakthrough treatment and potentially bring the world closer to ending the HIV/Aids epidemic. So, how affordable and effective is it? Also, Zimbabwe continu…

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Women's Health Compilation: Leading Experts On All Things Estrogen, Menopause, Fertility, & The Diet That Changes Everything 1:03:21

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This Women's Health and Hormones Compilation explores how estrogen regulates brain function, why 86% of mothers lose core strength with no recovery protocol, and the critical timing window for hormone therapy. Featured experts include Dr. Lisa Mosconi (ep. 819), Dr. Robin Berzin (ep. 873), Dr. Neal Barnard (ep. 492), Dr. Gemma Newman (ep. 678), and…

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Why the world feels like a shipwreck 54:08

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For thousands of years, Shipwrecks have been a mainstay trope of literature and storytelling. IDEAS dives into the history of shipwreck tales to discover the allure of maritime disaster, why they resonate today, and why life so often feels like it’s heading for the rocks.

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Trump changes his mind on Ukraine 22:26

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President Trump now says Ukraine is in a position to win back land taken by Russia, calling Russia a "paper tiger." Here & Now security analyst Jim Walsh joins us to discuss what Trump's new position means for Ukraine and Europe. Then, Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) explains why expiring health care tax credits are the main sticking point in negotiatio…

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The two African countries which don’t recognise Palestine 36:25

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UNGA: More than 150 member states recognise the State of Palestine-Cameroon and Eritrea will not. South Africa's police discover illicit drugs worth $20 million on a farm. Plus, we discover the nutritional benefits of eating dried fish. Presenter: Charles GitongaProducers: Patricia Whitehorne, Makuochi Okafor, Mark Wilberforce, Sunita Nahar and Nya…

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40 Years of Ministry: Lessons on Joy, Sabbath, and Reaching the Lost 55:32

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In this episode of the Tim Ahlman Podcast, Tim sits down with Pastor Jeff Scheich, who is celebrating 40 years of ministry. Together, they dive into the power of the resurrection, the importance of sabbath rhythms, and how the church can reach those who feel distant from faith. Pastor Jeff shares stories from launching the innovative 2:11 worship e…

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Can a conference change our troubled world? 54:08

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As the United Nations turns 80, calls for reform are louder than ever. Against the backdrop of multiple global crises, strongman diplomacy and rising threats from climate change to AI, a growing campaign is calling on the UN to revisit the outdated charter established in 1945 and work on reinventing the organization. "We need to start rethinking wh…

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Trump says Tylenol causes autism. But what does science say? 19:44

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President Trump told pregnant women not to take Tylenol for pain to avoid having children with autism. Obstetrician and gynecologist Dr. Nisha Verma clarifies the science behind that claim. And, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" will be back on the air Tuesday after ABC pulled the show in response to a Federal Communications Commission threat. Alex Weprin of Th…

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US deportees to sue Ghana's government 35:56

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A group of deportees from the US have sued the Ghanaian government, alleging they've been detained illegally. We talk to the lawyer representing these deportees and ask what legal framework underpins this US-Ghana deportation deal? And how does this situation tests the principles of human rights? Also in the programme: The BBC has managed to get ra…

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Was justice served by South Africa's peace accord? 54:08

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The apartheid era in South Africa ended in 1991 with the National Peace Accords. The peace agreement also paved the way for a Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Yet TRC head Desmond Tutu considered the process “scandalously unfinished.” Lawyer Prakash Diar agrees: "You don’t undo centuries of colonization just like that.” Diar and writer Kagiso L…

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How Charlie Kirk’s memorial service galvanized the Christian nationalism movement 20:46

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During an hours-long memorial service for conservative activist Charlie Kirk, eulogists described him as a martyr and wove religion and politics together. Mike Cosper of Christianity Today explains what that means for Kirk’s brand of Christian nationalism. And, we speak with former Washington Post opinion columnist Karen Attiah, who lost her job fo…