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A Bit of Optimism

Simon Sinek

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My career is an accident. It started when I set out to rediscover my passion and reignite a spark I’d lost — and that journey led me to the work I do now. If you know me from my books or my speaking, you know I’m fascinated by why people do what they do. What makes someone find joy and meaning in their life, or pursue something far greater than themselves? I started A Bit of Optimism to explore those ideas and expand my own perspective. This podcast is a trove of honest conversations, with p ...
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A storytelling podcast, with first-hand amazing stories presented by Scott Johnson and Meredith Hackwith Edwards. Each storyteller tells their own personal true story, with all the details of what happened. Animal attacks, plane crashes, mass shootings, and more – you'll hear what happened directly from the person who experienced it, and the inspirational outcome of how they came out on the other side.
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Step into the world of Ceroc with Dance Inspiration, the podcast for dancers who love connection, rhythm and real conversation. We explore social dance, confidence, community and the positive impact of movement on wellbeing. Our episodes are heartfelt, rooted in real stories, real people and a genuine sense of belonging.
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Ideas

CBC

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IDEAS is a place for people who like to think. If you value deep conversation and unexpected reveals, this show is for you. From the roots and rise of authoritarianism to near-death experiences to the history of toilets, no topic is off-limits. Hosted by Nahlah Ayed, we’re home to immersive documentaries and fascinating interviews with some of the most consequential thinkers of our time. With an award-winning team, our podcast has proud roots in its 60-year history with CBC Radio, exploring ...
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Death, Sex & Money

Slate Podcasts

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Anna Sale explores the big questions and hard choices that are often left out of polite conversation. Get more Death, Sex & Money with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of DSM and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the Death, Sex & Money show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/dsmplus to get access wherever you listen.
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Professor Jim Al-Khalili talks to leading scientists about their life and work, finding out what inspires and motivates them and asking what their discoveries might do for us in the future
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This podcast is to not only inspire but also empower you. It’s my desire to introduce you to your hidden potential. Why have a situation when you can have a solution. Join our host Dr. J Anthony White and for inspirational, informative and motivational discussions.
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Compelled Podcast is a seasonal show using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming the lives of Christians around the world. Christianity isn't a hobby. It's a faith in Jesus Christ that compels us to live for Him. These Christian stories and testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened! More at CompelledPodcast.com.
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This is a conversational podcast that brings powerful moments from the Inspirational Media sermon library into fresh, engaging dialogue. Hosted by voices who care deeply about sharing timeless biblical truth, each episode unpacks key ideas from sermons, devotionals, and real-life stories — helping listeners reflect, relate, and rediscover hope in today’s world. Whether you're exploring faith, seeking encouragement, or simply curious about spiritual truth, this podcast is designed to stir the ...
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A boxer turned podcaster dives into real conversations with business owners, athletes and change-makers in his community. Each guest shares powerful insights on resilience, purpose and the journey towards growth.
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Listen to amazing, inspirational people, who are changing themselves and the world by living their values, such as dignity, compassion, integrity, joy and justice. This podcast brings the future into the present by giving you lots of ideas that potentially could enhance your life. Features as host, the inspirational speaker, broadcaster and author Dr Neil Hawkes, the world’s leading advocate for values-based leadership and for a focus in schools and other settings on Values-based Education.
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passion inspires

Scott Allen Creative

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We believe in human connection. Our goal is to give back to the community by offering a place to share powerful stories and inspiration from the nonprofits we are so honored to work with. Join the conversation as we talk all things marketing, design, nonprofit innovation, and strategic development. We hope to inspire you to help propel your mission forward. Your passion is our inspiration.
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Are you intrigued, inspired and just have to learn more when you find someone who is boldly embracing their dreams? Make plans to join me every other Wednesday as I share stories from everyday people following their passions and pursuing happiness. Have some laughs, learn about a specific passion and develop an understanding of how and why these guests are turning their dreams into realities, plus possibly get inspired to begin your own journey!
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Hope Lives Here

Voyage Media

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An anthology series of true inspirational stories, Hope Lives Here features real people telling their own uplifting stories of overcoming adversity, with their tales supplemented by actor portrayals, sound design, and original music.
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Tough Girl Podcast

Sarah Williams

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The Tough Girl Podcast is your weekly dose of inspiration from women who dare to dream big, push boundaries, and redefine what's possible. Hosted by adventurer and speaker Sarah Williams, the podcast shares the raw, real, and remarkable stories of women from around the world who have taken on extraordinary challenges — from climbing mountains and crossing oceans to running ultramarathons and biking across continents. Each episode dives deep into the journeys behind the achievements: the grit ...
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A podcast that celebrates those who are driven to pursue their dreams, even when the path is uncertain. Through honest stories, we pass along that delicious spark of hope. dreamanyway.buzzsprout.com
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Conversations of Inspiration brings you life changing wisdom along with heartbreaking stories of resilience, tenacity and triumph. Since launching two small business marketplaces (Holly & Co and notonthehighstreet), Holly Tucker MBE has spoken with more than 200 founders, creatives and entrepreneurs on this podcast who have been vulnerable enough to share what it really took to get them where they are today, with warmth and wisdom. Prepare to be inspired.
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A Line Stories

Karmen Berentsen

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Join Karmen Berentsen and A Line Boutique in highlighting the beautiful, unique voices of our community through organic conversation and exploration of our shared human journey. Here, you are at home. We invite you to listen, learn, and join in on the conversation with industry leaders, style icons, the A Line team, and the everyday people who have loved, fumbled, failed, and emerged confident and purposeful through exploration and imagination.
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Welcome to Inspiring Community: An Inspire to Rise, Inc. Podcast where we create a community conversation and awareness about mental health, substance misuse, and overall community concerns and needs. We share inspiring stories of hope, compassion, connection, collaboration, healing, growth, and transformation that show the beauty of this thing we call life. Remember you are not defined by your worst moment. We hope to inspire you to be your best self for yourself, your family, and our commu ...
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Coffey Talk

Kate Coffey-Bacon

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Grab your coffee and join Kate Coffey-Bacon for Coffey Talk...a podcast brewed for connection, featuring honest conversations and stories that inspire, challenge, and build community.
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Joan Herrmann delves into the minds of some of the most inspirational and influential people in the world. From health and wellness, to professional development, to personal well-being, changemakers share their insights, tips and strategies to provide the tools needed for personal and professional growth, improved health and well-being, and self-empowerment. Conversations with Joan connects the dots between mind, body, soul and spirit. For more information visit cyacyl.com.
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The many spontaneously chaotic, hilariously tragic, and inspiring experiences of a small town kid that’s now an adult matriculating through this big world we call overpriced rent and $50 haircuts.
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Get the inside track on how to deliver success in qualified lead generation and sales conversion strategies. Join The Insiders for compelling interviews with today’s thought leaders in sales and marketing. Industry insight. Inspirational perspectives. Inside your world.
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Veterinary Ramblings

Veterinary Ramblings

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Tired of boring, clinical veterinary podcasts? Join Veterinarian Dr Julian Hoad & Anaesthetic Expert Mike Brampton, as they interview inspirational guests each week who are related to the veterinary world. Veterinary Ramblings is like going for a drink with your favourite work colleagues after a long day - we’ll make you laugh, inspire you and perhaps teach you something new!
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Take a deep dive into pop nostalgia with us! Pop culture influencers, TV stars, film actors, comedians, and musicians share inspirational stories about the road to success. Insightful conversations that are part comedy/part drama and are always entertaining! If you love classic TV, if you love the movies, if you love film and tv interviews (see where I'm going with this), you'll love Classic Conversations with your host, comedian, Jeff Dwoskin.
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Season three of SideBar: Optimism in Action features nonprofit leaders, advocates, and community members who represent extraordinary work that is improving the humanitarian, public policy, and charitable needs of our local, national, and global communities. We are very excited to join the digital programming of KAZU 90.3. KAZU is the NPR affiliate for the Monterey, Salinas, and Santa Cruz region. We release new episodes on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month.
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Inspired by Palestine, Sumud Podcast emerges as a powerful platform for inspiration and empowerment for marginalized communities globally. Our mission? To elevate voices that have been sidelined by sharing the stories, experiences, and insights that demand to be heard. Get ready to join us in amplifying the voices shaping our world, one episode at a time. Welcome to Sumud Podcast – where we uplift, empower, and amplify. Connect with Sumud Podcast on your favorite social media channels: Insta ...
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Welcome to This is How She Did It—a bold, honest, and inspiring space for women who are building success on their own terms. Here, we spotlight real conversations with women who've faced big challenges, pushed through fear, and stepped into their worth with grit and authenticity. These are stories of persistence, reinvention, and those "finally me" moments that change everything—no fluff, just powerful insights, unfiltered wisdom, and hard-earned lessons from women who refused to be held bac ...
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Paul Halperin aka Texas Red, a successful, decades-long entertainment industry professional and blues musician, tells his hair-raising life stories followed by inspirational stories of recovery from addiction and mental illness.
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In this deepdive, Harry Greenwood shares a powerful, Bible-centered message built around Galatians 5:6, explaining that faith works by love and that love is the motive behind faithful action. He draws on the distinction between agapi (divine love) and philía (human affection) and demonstrates how love should drive the use of spiritual gifts, not me…
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In this inspiring episode, Holly is joined by Katie Piper OBE — author, TV presenter, charity campaigner and a shining example of resilience and hope. From a happy childhood in Hampshire, to surviving a devastating acid attack in her twenties, Katie shares how she refused to let trauma define her, choosing instead to rebuild her life with courage, …
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Community Hospice & Health Services provides end-of-life care with compassion and dignity, and is still evolving to add to the continuum of care that people need by investing in programs that support community members in critical and meaningful ways. Monica Ojcius, Director of Strategic Development, discusses serving more than 2,500 patients and fa…
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This week, Adam and Tiana intended to talk about the new Draw Steel system that both of them backed on Kickstarter. The conversation took a few turns along the way, but we had fun. The Master Document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xHSJopmC5TPNcxnKFNxXKZRZlZKu_sgVIzwPAdJ1BxI/edit?usp=sharing Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/gYSp3vcrqs Dea…
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Professor Charles Stanton and third-year law student Blanca Pena discuss the Catholic Church's failure to address past abuse cases, drawing parallels to the Jeffrey Epstein case. They criticize the justice system's ineffectiveness and the Supreme Court's short-sighted decisions. Blanca highlights the hypocrisy in political figures' support for free…
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ITV/Lorraine producer and breast cancer survivor Helen Addis MBE on ‘making noise’ with her Change & Check Campaign which has saved lives and earned her the MBE. TV star Davina McCall has just revealed she has breast cancer and has caught it early thanks to seeing the campaign’s stickers. Helen documented her gruelling treatment for aggressive grad…
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I greet you in Jesus’ precious name! It is Sunday morning, the 16th of November, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We start in the Book of Exodus 35:10: ”All who are gifted artisans among you shall come and make all that the Lord has commanded” - they were building the tabernacle for God. Then we go to Mark 6:3:…
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In a new, very special Death, Sex & Money and Slate Money crossover, Felix Salmon and Anna Sale are once again joined by Felix’s financial advisor Adrianna Adams from Domain Money to talk about…parents. They dig into the emotions of trying to take care of your aging parents while also growing your own wealth, the importance of setting goals, and ho…
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I greet you in Jesus’ precious name! It is Saturday morning, 15th November 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We start in the Gospel of John 6:15: ”Therefore when Jesus perceived that they were about to come and take Him by force to make Him king, He departed again to the mountain by Himself alone.” The most humb…
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Whether mechanical or digital, a button delivers the promise of power — but it's far from simple. The small and mighty technology has a riveting history, a story of control, power, freedom and oppression. From the podcast Media Objects, this episode traces the evolution of the button, and asks what happens when every command is reduced to a single …
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Sometimes it can be pretty amazing how one small decisioncan have a huge impact. Mike Jaffe knows about that. Mike was usually on his way to work in the morning when hiswife, Sabrina, woke up their one year old daughter. He was also on his way homefrom work when Sabrina was putting her to bed. But one Monday morning, he decided that the next day,Tu…
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I greet you in Jesus’ precious name! It is Friday morning, the 14th of November, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We go to the Book of Exodus 34:29: ”…Moses did not know that the skin of his face shone while he talked with Him.” Moses had just come down from Mt Sinai with the Ten Commandments. He had spent 40 d…
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We’re warming up for the London Vet Show with a mix of conference wisdom and classic chaos. Mike talks super-cuffs and reliable readings, Julian drops a 60-second CPD on making the most of your day and together they dive into exhibit fatigue, greener shows, and the joy of good kit used well. Expect the usual tangents, unexpected insights, and a bra…
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Watch this NOW!: https://youtu.be/8ErFT-UzuKU I Go Anyway! Even I'm Tired, Even Not Motivated | Most Powerful Motivational Speech of the Planet | Clumsy Entrepreneur Speech Discipline is The Best Addiction. If You Want Strong Life? Discipline Build It If you want peace, discipline will protect it. If you want respect, discipline will earn it. If yo…
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When he was eight, 2025 CBC Massey Lecturer Alex Neve watched his mother fight for daycare in Alberta. It’s shaped how he thinks about human rights. Ahead of his Massey Lectures next week, Neve shares the pivotal moments in his life that led to his human rights advocacy — and shines a light on the chorus of people he carries with him.…
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In this deepdive, Harry Greenwood explores the witness of the Word and the Spirit, explaining how believers gain an inner witness that confirms they are children of God, and how the truth of God sets people free. The talk traces the born-again life from natural birth to spiritual birth, emphasizing that God is a Spirit and that relationship with Hi…
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Send us a text Christine Burns talks about building community through thoughtful public relations, helping small business owners and creatives gain visibility, confidence, and connection. She shares how her journey from marketing to launching her own PR agency has allowed her to immerse herself in diverse industries, support dreamers as they grow, …
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🎙️ This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by Hazami Barmada, humanitarian, activist, and founder of the Humanity Lab Foundation, whose fierce empathy and faith have redefined what activism can look like. From her early work at the United Nations to the frontlines of D.C. protests, Hazami reveals what it means to live authentically, love fierc…
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I greet you in Jesus’ precious name! It is Thursday morning, the 13th of November, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We start in the Old Testament in the Book of Exodus 34:7: ”…by no means clearing the guilty, visiting the iniquity (the sin) of the fathers upon the children and the children’s children to the thi…
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Harry Greenwood, a seasoned Bible teacher and pastor, shares insights on living in the present moment under God's eternal plan and the Holy Spirit's anointing. Summary of topics: time and divine order; the anointing for action; being clothed in righteousness and the garment of praise; spiritual warfare against Satan in the heavenly realm; the missi…
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Harry Greenwood, a devoted Christian minister, shares heartfelt insights on healing, active faith, and the power of the Holy Spirit. He discusses how responding to God's voice in everyday moments—whether in family, business, or prayer—can unlock restorative miracles. Listeners will walk away with practical ways to deepen their faith, recognize the …
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Today's Morning Minyan features "Shiviti" by Yoel Sykes and the Red Molly cover of "May I Suggest," original song by Susan Werner. Every weekday at 8:00 am, Mishkan Chicago holds a virtual Morning Minyan. You can join in yourself, or listen to all the prayer, music, and inspiration right here on Contact Chai. https://mishkan.shulcloud.com/form/reg-…
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Pastor John Sandford take us on a heartfelt journey into the concept of Christian rest, explaining that true peace comes when we recognize Jesus as both Savior and Lord. Drawing from passages in 2 Thessalonians, Hebrews 4, and others, he clarifies that rest is not the absence of busyness or fear, but a deep, if‑not‑shaky sense of belonging and safe…
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There’s history, and then there’s oral history. And when it comes to the impacts of war on those who fight them — oral history opens doors to the past that would otherwise stay firmly shut. Michael Petrou, an historian with the Canadian War Museum, argues oral history is especially valuable because it allows us to hear from people "whose voices are…
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Send us a text We talk with author and sailor Alison Geischen about leaving corporate life to circumnavigate the globe, the brutal realities that tested her resolve, and the moments of wonder that made it all worth it. From heavy‑weather training to hand‑steering 650 miles, the story blends grit, humor, and hard‑won wisdom. • deciding to sell up an…
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What does it mean to “rebrand the church”? In this conversation with Dr. Eric Mason, founder of Epiphany Fellowship and author of Rebranding the Church, we talk about how believers can restore the church’s witness in a world that has lost trust in Christianity. We cover church hurt, discipleship, generational shifts, and why authentic community sti…
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Send us a text Eye-Opening Moments are real-life stories of adversity, encounters, and perspectives intertwined. In this episode you will hear about From Nothing to Everything & Make My Day. Website: https://inspiremereads.com Books: https://amazon.com/author/emily-kay-tan.2021_ Support the show Comments or questions welcomed: twitter@emilykaytan, …
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I greet you in Jesus’ precious name! It is Wednesday morning, the 12th of November, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We go to Mark 6:37: ”But He answered and said to them, “You give them something to eat.” We’re talking about feeding the five thousand with two fish and five barley loaves of bread. Some thoughtf…
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In this episode, we delve into the Importance of a Father's Love, a profound exploration of family, identity, and spiritual foundations. Our speaker draws from scripture and personal experience to highlight how the presence—or absence—of a father's love shapes individuals and societies. He connects this to our understanding of God as Father, showin…
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There are problems and tasks so hard and complicated that it would take today’s most powerful supercomputers millions of years to crack them. But in the next decade, we may well have quantum computers which could solve such problems in seconds. Professor Sir Peter Knight is a British pioneer in the realms of quantum optics and quantum information s…
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Remembrance Day. Every year we are called on to remember, to reflect on the sacrifices of those who fought in Canada’s wars. Veterans of those wars have a conflicted relationship with Remembrance Day: sometimes their own acts of remembrance include official ceremonies, while others avoid them altogether. *This the second and last of a two-part seri…
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As a young boy, Ken Freeman was beaten, neglected, and molested for years. Anyone ever claiming to love him simply wanted to abuse him. But then one day, Ken was introduced to the love of a Perfect Father, and his life would never be the same. Show notes: https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/ken-freeman/ ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcas…
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If you feel stupid while learning something new, you’re doing it right. But if you keep doing the same thing over and over hoping it’ll suddenly make sense - that’s on you. The trick isn’t to push harder; it’s to find a new teacher, a new explanation, a new way in. That’s exactly how Matthew Broussard approaches comedy - and everything else. A stan…
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Country musician Luke Bell had swagger, talent, and a career on the rise, opening for Willie Nelson and Dwight Yoakam. Then mental illness took over. His mother Carol shares what it was like raising Luke, the fine line between his bold personality and paranoid delusions, and navigating his years of homelessness and psychosis before his death at 32.…
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Everyother Tuesday, we grab a past question from the Facebook group, thenMeredith and Scott answer it and read some of the answers given byother listeners. Thequestion for this episode: What’syour favorite smell? Linksfor this episode: Luciddreaming: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lucid_dream REALphone numbers for any major company: https://GetHuman…
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Meet Regine Goh, a national triathlete and endurance athlete from Singapore who has spent her life mastering the art of consistency, resilience, and performance. From starting competitive swimming at just four years old to transitioning into triathlon, Regine has learned firsthand the power of showing up, pushing through plateaus, and enjoying the …
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This week, Karmen dives into the transformative experience of her 4th horseback safari across the Masai Mara in Kenya. She recounts the breathtaking wildlife encounters, from albino zebras to a newborn elephant, and shares unique details of the luxurious yet raw experience of camping and riding through the Mara. There is luxury in smallness, and an…
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I greet you in Jesus’ precious name! It is Tuesday morning, the 11th of November, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We go to the Book of Romans 9:14-15: “What shall we say then? Is there unrighteousness with God? Certainly not! For He says to Moses, “I will have mercy on whomever I will have mercy, and I will ha…
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Professor Charles Stanton and third-year law student Blanca Peña discuss recent U.S. elections, highlighting the victories of Eric Adams in New York City, a woman governor and a black attorney general in Virginia, and female nominee Jackie Sherrill in New Jersey. They note the significant voter turnout, particularly among diverse groups, which cont…
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Failure is The All Mother of Success! Don't be a Slave to Regret, Live in Present! | Most Powerful Motivational Speech Will Change Your Life SPEAKERS: Andrew Huberman, Shi Heng Yi, Steve Harvey, Armando Christian Pérez (Pitbull), Justin Waller, Jocko Willink, Chris Williamson, Joe Rogan, Tristian Tate. Call to action: Listen to it daily Listen to i…
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Even when wars end, they go on — transforming the people who fought them, their families, and even society. A former war correspondent interviewed more than 200 veterans of all of Canada’s wars for an online oral history project by The Canadian War Museum. The focus is not so much on preserving memories of their combat experiences, but to reflect o…
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Listen to the last part on Meditations by Campbell McAlpine, a veteran Bible teacher and conference speaker. The talk navigates five approaches to the Word of God—hear, read, study, memorize, and meditate—anchored in Psalm 19 and Mark’s Gospel. It emphasizes reading aloud, memorization as a personal discipline, and meditative study that moves a bel…
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In this conversation, Bobby Small sits down with Kate Coffey-Bacon to talk about community, diversity, and what it looks like to give people space to be heard. Bobby shares the real moments that shaped his work in advocating for inclusive communities, including stories from his career, parenthood, and lived experience. Kate opens up about her own b…
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