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The Blue Feather

Shane Rosenthal

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The Blue Feather is a solo podcast about confidence, creativity, and the strange tricks our mind plays on us. Inspired by the idea that sometimes we cling to a “blue feather” — a symbol, a tool, a belief — thinking it gives us the power we already had all along. This is me thinking out loud: about building things, doubting myself, chasing momentum, losing it, getting it back, and realizing that what I thought I needed for confidence was never the source of it. No guests. No big production. J ...
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Glue Guys

Glue Guys

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Alex Smith, Shane Battier, and Ravi Gupta are coming together to cut across the worlds of sports and business and dissect the subtle art of making others better. Glue Guys explores the qualities that make individuals become better leaders, teammates, and humans alongside a trio with those same ambitions. In each episode, you’ll hear candid conversations on themes and life lessons drawn from their own high-stakes experiences. From strategies for effective teamwork to personal stories of succe ...
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In this episode of You Can Handle the Truth!, Kathy Afzali sits down with resident Bible scholar, Shane Rosenthal, to uncover the deeper meaning behind one of Scripture’s most mysterious moments - Jacob wrestling with God in Genesis 32. Together, they explore how Jacob’s struggle symbolizes every believer’s journey: from deception to redemption, we…
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Shane and Alex sit down with bestselling author Don Yaeger, who has spent years studying one of the most misunderstood forces in sports, business, and life: momentum. Yaeger — a 12-time New York Times bestselling author who has collaborated with legends like Coach K, John Wooden, Walter Payton, and Michael Oher — breaks down the science behind mome…
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In this heartwarming episode of You Can Handle the Truth!, we talk about God Winks—those small, perfectly timed moments when God reminds us He’s listening. From a fortune cookie that reappears years later to a worship song that shows up at exactly the right moment, Kathy and Annabelle share stories of prayer, purpose, and divine timing. We also div…
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Greg Olsen joins the Glue Guys to dive deep into what it really means to compete — as a player, a coach, and a parent.Greg shares lessons from his father’s old-school New Jersey football program, coaching middle schoolers with Luke Kuechly and Jonathan Stewart, and the challenge of raising kids in today’s hyper-competitive, social-media-driven spor…
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This week on You Can Handle the Truth! Kathy Afzali sits down with her husband, David Afzali, to share one of the most miraculous stories of divine providence you’ll ever hear. As a 15-year-old boy in pre-revolution Iran, David saw a simple sign at school that set off a chain of events orchestrated entirely by God. What followed was a bold escape, …
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Ravi Gupta and Shane Battier sit down with tech visionary Bret Taylor, co-founder of Sierra AI and former CTO of Facebook, co-CEO of Salesforce, and chairman of OpenAI. Taylor shares his philosophy on career evolution, explaining why he refuses to let an "ossified version of his past self limit his future self." The conversation covers his journey …
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Welcome back to The Broken Vessels Podcast 2.0. My co-host, Brian Fulcher, and I discuss brokenness in the church and society and look forward to the conversations we plan to tackle in the months to come! Co-Host: Brian Fulcher Broken Vessels Podcast Contact: Website: https://thebrokenvesselspodcast.com Email: [email protected] FB: https:/…
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Today on You Can Handle the Truth! we’re talking about faith under fire—literally and figuratively. Rob and Stephanie Krop are a married couple from Frederick, Maryland, who found their faith tested in an unimaginable way. Rob, co-owner of The Machine Gun Nest, was federally indicted in 2023 under newly reinterpreted ATF regulations that criminaliz…
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Today on You Can Handle the Truth! we welcome Pastor Greg Armstrong, church planter and lead pastor of Saturate Church in Mississauga, Canada. Greg has spent years in on-the-ground ministry reaching Muslims for Christ—through respectful, informed, and Spirit-led conversations. In this episode, we explore how Christians can share the Gospel effectiv…
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This week, former pro athlete and Head of Menlo School, Than Healy, joins The Glue Guys a heartfelt and insightful conversations on parenting, leadership, and resilience.Healy shares lessons from decades of working with students and parents in one of the most competitive school environments in America — and explains why failure isn’t a bug, it’s a …
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In this episode of You Can Handle the Truth! Kathy sits down with Bible scholar Shane Rosenthal to uncover how the Gospel of John connects directly to Genesis, Exodus, and Old Testament prophecies. Together, we explore Jacob’s ladder, Melchizedek, the angel of the Lord, the Passover lamb, and how every page of Scripture points to Jesus as the Messi…
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In this episode of Glue Guys, Alex Smith, Shane Battier, and Ravi Gupta dive deep into the concept of aging - both professionally and personally. They explore how different industries favor youth over experience, the power of compounding growth versus explosive success, and finding sustainable urgency in your career. Shane shares his "Imperial Peri…
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In this episode of You Can Handle the Truth! I sit down with Michele Marsili, Vice President of Women in Apologetics, to talk about absolute truth, relativism, conspiracy theories, and how Christians can discern what’s real in today’s chaotic culture. We dive into Scripture, discuss how the Bible withstands scrutiny, and unpack how to stand firm wh…
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Former NFL quarterback Alex Smith joins Ravi Gupta for an in-depth conversation about the massive differences between high school, college, and NFL football - and how those transitions mirror the challenges of building a business. Alex reveals how he went from running just 15 plays at Utah to learning 200+ plays as an NFL rookie, the brutal reality…
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In this heartfelt episode of You Can Handle the Truth! we reflect on the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk and the impact it has had on Gen Z, America, and Christians worldwide. From personal stories of grief to timeless biblical truth, Kathy asks the only question that truly matters: if you were to die today, are you ready to face God? We exp…
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The Gospel of John has long been dismissed by some scholars as the “latest and least historical” of the four Gospels. But new evidence is challenging that view. In this episode of You Can Handle the Truth! we welcome back Shane Rosenthal, host of The Humble Skeptic podcast, to explore why many scholars now believe John was written much earlier than…
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Teams that gel. It’s every leader’s ambition. And legendary college football coach ⁠Urban Meyer⁠’s specialty. His approach earned him 17 championship titles, 3 perfect seasons, 5x coach of the year, and one of the most winning records in history (187-32). What does it take to go from a collection of players to a winning institution? Alex and Coach …
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Fresh off his debate with Raymond Ibrahim — and taking plenty of heat online — Dr. Jay Smith joins You Can Handle the Truth! to dig into some of the most controversial claims about Islam. Jay examines the missing historical evidence for Mecca during the time of Muhammad, the discovery of 30 different Arabic Qur’ans, and whether the Qur’an we have t…
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Meta CFO Susan Li joins Glue Guys to share her incredible journey from an immigrant to becoming one of the youngest Fortune 100 CFOs. Susan discusses joining Facebook in 2008 when it had only 400 employees and was smaller than MySpace, her unique childhood experiences, and the sacrifices her parents made coming to America. She reveals insights abou…
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Sometimes faith isn’t polished. Sometimes it’s not perfect. Sometimes… it’s just desperate. In this solo episode, Kathy shares a story from Scripture about a woman who was isolated, overlooked, and out of options — until one moment of desperate faith stopped Jesus in His tracks. That same God still stops for you today. Kathy also opens up about her…
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Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal, hosts of the mega-hit podcast Acquired, join Glue Guys to share their incredible journey from side hobby to multi-million dollar business. They reveal how they've doubled their audience every year for 10 years through organic growth and discuss their intense research process. The duo opens up about David's leap from…
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In this episode of You Can Handle the Truth!, Kathy and Annabelle dive into the everyday practice of gratitude. From lighthearted stories (including how to handle a bad hair day) to heartfelt reflections, we explore how shifting your perspective can completely change your day. Gratitude isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a way of life that shapes how we …
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Alex Smith, Shane Battier, and Ravi Gupta dive deep into Scottie Scheffler's controversial "What's the point?" press conference before the British Open. The world's #1 golfer questioned his purpose despite dominating the sport, sparking debates about competition, family priorities, and what drives elite performers. The guys explore how Scheffler's …
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In this episode of You Can Handle the Truth!, we sit down with Pastor Suneel from Pakistan, whose powerful testimony reveals God’s miraculous hand in the darkest moments. Once on the brink of suicide, Pastor Suneel encountered the unconditional love of Christ and now leads a thriving ministry that cares for orphans, rescues families from slavery, a…
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Shane Battier and Ravi Gupta dive deep into the art of risk-taking. They explore when to "swing big" versus playing it safe, drawing from Shane's NBA career and Ravi's venture capital experience. The duo discusses earning the right to take risks, avoiding financial and opportunity ruin, and why standing pat can sometimes be the riskiest move of all…
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In Part 2 of our conversation with Mohamad Faridi, we explore his miraculous escape from Iran, the challenges of living as a Christian in a Muslim country, and the explosive growth of the underground church in Iran. Mohamad shares how God is using disillusionment with Islam to open hearts, the bold believers risking everything to spread the Gospel,…
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Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr joins the Glue Guys for a conversation about leadership, mindset, and championship culture. With nine championship rings (five as a player, four as a coach), Kerr shares intimate stories about playing with Michael Jordan and coaching Steph Curry, the mental strategies that helped him overcome anxiety, and…
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Mohamad Faridi grew up in Iran, trained in Shiite Islam, and was chosen for the Revolutionary Guard, but it all unraveled when a childhood friend shared the gospel. In this gripping first half of his testimony, Mohamad reveals the darkness, fear, and religious performance demanded by Islam, and the simple, freeing truth of Jesus Christ that changed…
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Mandell Crawley, Chief Client Officer at Morgan Stanley, shares his extraordinary journey from growing up on Chicago's west side to the C-suite of Morgan Stanley. After losing his mother at age 2 and father at 17, Mandell was raised by his grandparents who instilled values of faith, education, and resilience. Mandell discusses vulnerability as a su…
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Colonel John T. Cornelius is a 93-year-old Vietnam War pilot, decorated military veteran, and a direct descendant of the Cornelius from Acts 10. In this powerful episode, he shares how faith sustained him through two near-death experiences—one crash landing in Vietnam, and another after ejecting from an F-4 jet upside down over Texas. From reconnai…
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From a family of fishermen in southern France to CEO of Instacart – ⁠Fidji Simo⁠'s path breaks every convention. After becoming her family's first high school graduate and attending France's leading university, she rose to lead the Facebook app before taking the helm at Instacart. She shares how she ‘finds the magic’ in people while delivering incr…
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In this unforgettable episode of You Can Handle the Truth!, we finally tell David's side of the story - how a smuggled journey out of Iran, a revolution-era detour in Romania, and a lost suitcase led him to the very escalator in a New Jersey mall where he met my mom on the last day of her 8-day prayer for her future husband. This is a story of divi…
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In this episode, Shane Rosenthal and Simon Hamp recount their recent adventure in London, from sipping tea in Heathrow to attending Laravel Live UK. We also announce the big project underway at NativePHP: the build service we'll be calling Bifrost. Links Laravel Live UK: https://laravellive.uk NativePHP: https://nativephp.com Chapters 00:00:00 - In…
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In this episode of Glue Guys, NBA Hall-of-Famer Chris Webber talks about building a legacy that outlasts stats or fame. Webber opens up about the moment he realized it was bigger than basketball—and why culture, teamwork, and humility define true success.The guys talk about the feeling of getting drafted #1 overall, passing on the mantle to younger…
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When Roland Warren was a student at Princeton, he and his girlfriend were pressured to abort their child. Instead, they chose life, and that decision changed everything. Now a national pro-life advocate and CEO of Care Net, Roland joins us to talk about what it means to be Pro Abundant Life. In this episode of You Can Handle the Truth!, we talk abo…
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Dawn Staley joins the Glue Guys to discuss her incredible journey from North Philadelphia to becoming one of the most successful coaches in college basketball history. The three-time Olympic gold medalist and three-time national champion opens up about her new book, sharing insights on leadership, dealing with modern parenting challenges, and build…
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This episode of You Can Handle the Truth! features Shane Rosenthal, host of The Humble Skeptic, who reveals why Joanna—the overlooked woman in Luke’s Gospel—might have been the key eyewitness for Luke’s entire account. We unpack archeological evidence, literary structures in Luke 24, and Joanna’s noble status as the granddaughter of Theophilus, the…
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The Glue Guys dive deep into Mark Zuckerberg's philosophy of "learning faster than anyone else" and how it applies beyond tech. They explore the differences between innovation in football vs. basketball, discussing how roster flexibility affects a team's ability to adapt quickly. Alex shares powerful insights from his injury recovery, revealing how…
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In this solo episode, Kathy shares a bold message to two audiences: Christians who need clarity about Islam, and Muslim women who’ve never read their own sacred text. She walks through what the Quran says about violence, women, and paradise—contrasting it with the dignity and hope Jesus offers. She also shares what’s happening in Iran, where Muslim…
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ESPN's Seth Wickersham joins Glue Guys to discuss his new book "American Kings" - a deep dive into the unique world of NFL quarterbacks. From Tom Brady's self-affirmations to the Manning family's approach with Arch, Wickersham explores what makes quarterbacks different from every other position. The conversation covers quarterback parenting, the pr…
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In this episode, Simon and Shane recount their recent adventures in London and Germany, sharing humorous anecdotes about cultural differences, culinary experiences, and the excitement of attending a massive metal festival. They discuss the challenges of navigating a foreign country, the joy of trying local foods, and the unexpected connections made…
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In this timely episode, we talk immigration, faith, and facts with Jim Robb from NumbersUSA. With over 30 years of experience, Jim helps us understand what’s really happening at the border and how Christians can respond with both wisdom and compassion. We unpack voting trends, chain migration, and biblical principles that challenge believers on bot…
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Former NFL slot receiver David Anderson joins Alex Smith, Shane Battier, and Ravi Gupta to discuss his journey from Colorado State to six NFL seasons, and his transition into sports data analytics. Anderson shares insights on the mental toughness required to play slot receiver, the physicality of professional football, and his work with Second Spec…
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What happens when parents lose the right to say “no”? In this episode of You Can Handle the Truth! we sit down with Rosalind Hanson of Moms For Liberty to discuss the high-stakes Supreme Court case Mahmoud v. Taylor, where parents are fighting back against public school policies that force children to engage with explicit materials without the abil…
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