Best The Collaborative in Orlando Podcasts (2025)

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729 Milton the Revolutionary (with Orlando Reade) | My Last Book with Jodi Picoult | More Exciting News 1:07:45

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Since the publication of John Milton's epic poem Paradise Lost in 1667, readers and critics have noted the relationship between the poem and the author's political and personal struggles. What has been less prominent - at least until now - is how the poem came to haunt various political struggles over the next four centuries. In this episode, Jacke…

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Formed for Faithfulness: How Sabbath-ing is a radical act of quiet resistance 7:52

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In week eleven of Ordinary Time, we turn to Isaiah 58 to rediscover the beauty and significance of the Sabbath. Why does rest matter to God—and how can it shape our lives today? Nuance's Formed for Faithfulness is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar…

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728 The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain (#20 GBOAT) | Lorraine Hansberry - RECLAIMED 1:30:35

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As part of the "25 for '25" series, Jacke starts the episode with a look at #20 on the list of Greatest Books of All Time, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, by Mark Twain. Then he reclaims a previous episode devoted to Lorraine Hansberry, author of A Raisin in the Sun, a brilliant playwright who died at the tragically young age of 34. (The Hansbe…

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The Miles To Go Story: 12,000 Bags of Hope with Danielle Newbold 36:06

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Ever wonder what happens when a kid with a big heart and a mom who actually says yes team up to serve their community? 🎥 Filmed at Canon Coffee in Apopka — huge thanks to this warm and welcoming local spot for hosting our coffee and conversation! Danielle Newbold is the Founder & CEO of Miles To Go, a nonprofit born in the front seat of a car when …

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Faith, Farming, and Overcoming Hardship with Trent Haggard 50:58

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In this episode of Nuance, host Case talks with Trent Haggard — a third-generation Missourian row crop farmer — about the deep connection between faith, farming, and community life. They explore the spiritual calling of agriculture, the everyday challenges farmers face, and why stewardship of the land matters more than ever. From sustainable farmin…

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727 Earthly Paradise in Old French Verse (with Jacob Abell) | My Last Book with Victorian Literature Expert Allen MacDuffie | A Dueling Neapolitan Passionate for Poetry 1:04:12

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What happened to Eden? While today we might view the story of Adam and Eve as metaphorical, for many generations of Christians, the Earthly Paradise was a vibrant symbol at the heart of the cosmos. In this episode, Jacke talks to Jacob Abell about his book Spiritual and Material Boundaries in Old French Verse: Contemplating the Walls of the Earthly…

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Ep. 8: Body Mass Index vs Body Fat Percentage as a Predictor of Mortality in Adults Aged 20-49 Years feat. Arch G. Mainous III, PhD, and Frank A. Orlando, MD (Vol. 23 Iss. 4) 32:45

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In this episode, researchers Arch G. Mainous III, PhD, and Frank A. Orlando, MD, discuss their recently published study, “Body Mass Index vs Body Fat Percentage as a Predictor of Mortality in Adults Aged 20-49 Years." The study found that body fat percentage is a stronger predictor of 15-year mortality risk among U.S. adults than body mass index (B…

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Formed for Faithfulness: Scared to step out in faith? So were these heroes of the Bible. 9:38

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This tenth week of Ordinary Time brings us encouragement: when God calls us to step out in faith, He never sends us alone. Be strengthened by the reminder of God’s presence and provision wherever He leads. Nuance's Formed for Faithfulness is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he…

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726 England vs France - A Literary Battle Royale (with Mike Palindrome) - RECLAIMED 1:03:36

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“Our dear enemies,” a French writer once called the English. Englishman John Cleese called the French “our natural enemies” and joked “if we have to fight anyone, I say let’s fight the French.” With the exception of some (very important) twentieth-century alliances, the French and the English have been at each others’ throats for a thousand years. …

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725 The Trial by Franz Kafka (#21 GBOAT) | Edith Wharton and Patrick O'Brian (with Olivia Wolfgang-Smith) | An Uplifting Story 1:18:40

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Jacke starts the episode with an uplifting story, then submerges himself into chaos and absurdity for a look at The Trial by Franz Kafka, which lands at #21 on the list of Greatest Books of All Time. Then he welcomes novelist Olivia Wolfgang-Smith to the show for a discussion of her admiration for Edith Wharton, her passion for the works of Patrick…

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Formed for Faithfulness: What does Revelation say about national identity in Heaven? 9:05

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In this ninth week of Ordinary Time, we reflect on Hebrews 11 and the promise of the heavenly city that God has prepared for His people. What does it mean to live with eternity in mind? Join us as we explore how faith shapes our present in light of God's eternal future. Nuance's Formed for Faithfulness is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to …

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724 The Stranger by Albert Camus (#22 Greatest Book of All Time) | Christopher Isherwood (with Jake Poller) | Postcard from a Listener in Yunnan 1:01:38

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Put on your black turtleneck! Jacke starts the episode with a look at #22 on the list of The Greatest Books of All Time, The Stranger by Albert Camus. Then he talks to Jake Poller about British and American novelist and playwright Christopher Isherwood, whose Goodbye to Berlin was adapted into the stage musical and movie Cabaret. In discussing his …

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How a Former Detective Became Central Florida’s Go-To Caterer 21:53

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Ever wonder what happens when a former police detective turns his passion for planning into one of Central Florida’s most sought-after catering companies? 🎥 Filmed at Foxtail Coffee on Plant Street in downtown Winter Garden — huge thanks to this local favorite for being the coziest spot to connect. Andy Raphael, founder of Big Boards Catering, join…

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Christ-Centered Leadership in the Insurance Industry with Carl Canaparo 42:56

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On this episode of Nuance, Case interviews Carl Canaparo, CEO of Pinnacle Brokers Insurance, about the powerful intersection of faith and the insurance industry. Carl shares his personal journey in the insurance sector, workplace challenges, and balancing work and family life. They also discuss how Christian values influence ethical business practi…

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723 The Moral Rights of Authors (with Mira T Sundara Rajan) | My Last Book with Radha Vatsal 1:16:28

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As technology advances, the ability of authors and artists to prevent their works from being pirated or misused has become urgent. In this episode, Jacke talks to copyright expert Mira T. Sundara Rajan (The Moral Rights of Authors and Artists: From the Birth of Copyright to the Age of Artificial Intelligence) about the history of copyright law, the…

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Formed for Faithfulness: How Can Christians Discern Truth on Social Media? 9:33

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In this eighth week of ordinary time, we are reminded from Paul's letter to the Colossians to put to death whatever belongs to our earthly nature. Nuance's Formed for Faithfulness is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of Scriptu…

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722 Kerouac's Road - A Conversation with Ebs Burnough, Director of a New Kerouac Documentary | My Last Book with Beat Generation Expert Steven Belletto 1:03:15

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Since its publication in 1957, Jack Kerouac's iconic novel On the Road has inspired millions to head for the highways and live life to its fullest. In this episode, Jacke talks to filmmaker Ebs Burnough about his new documentary Kerouac's Road: The Beat of a Nation, which interweaves stories of modern-day travelers with those influenced by or conne…

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721 Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert (The #23 Greatest Book of All Time) 1:28:14

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Jacke continues his journey through the list of the 25 Greatest Books of All Time with a look at Flaubert's "perfect novel," Madame Bovary (1856-57). Telling the story of the bored wife of a provincial doctor who enters into a series of infidelities, Flaubert's debut caused an immediate sensation - and changed the way we've come to view both novels…

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Ep. 7: Prescribing Cascades Among Older Community-Dwelling Adults feat. Ann Sinéad Doherty, PhD, and Emma Wallace, PhD (Vol. 23 Iss. 4) 31:08

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In this episode, researchers Ann Sinéad Doherty, PhD, and Emma Wallace, PhD discuss their recently published study, “Prescribing Cascades Among Older Community-Dwelling Adults: Application of Prescription Sequence Symmetry Analysis to a National Database in Ireland.” The study identified five potential prescribing cascades in Ireland’s national pop…

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Formed for Faithfulness: What does Sodom teach us about everyday righteousness? 10:57

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In this seventh week of ordinary time, we reflect on Genesis 18 and how our seemingly small actions can make a big difference to others. Nuance's Formed for Faithfulness is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of Scripture, prayer…

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720 The 25 Greatest Books of All Time - #24 "The Odyssey" by Homer | The Conclusion to F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz" (with Mike Palindrome) 1:23:43

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Jacke continues his analysis of "The 25 Greatest Books of All Time" by a special look at Homer's Odyssey. Then Mike Palindrome, the president of the Literature Supporters Club, joins Jacke for a discussion of the second half of F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1922 story, "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz," in which a young midwesterner travels to a secluded Mo…

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Todd Bryant on Why Real Financial Planning Starts With People Not Products 28:26

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What do you get when you mix a trivia host, a UCF golf cart, and a financial planner with a heart of gold? This episode. Recorded at Foxtail Coffee in downtown Winter Garden, this conversation with Todd Bryant, Founding Partner at Signature Wealth Partners, is packed with everything you didn’t expect from a guy in finance… and everything you hope f…

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7 Contemporary Myths about the Church with Daniel Copeland 1:09:11

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On this episode of Nuance, Case is joined by Daniel Copeland, Vice President of Research at Barna Group. Together they unpack seven prevalent myths about Christianity that shape perceptions both inside and outside the church. They explore how these myths impact the understanding of Christian calling, the reality of church closures, and the dynamics…

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719 "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz" by F Scott Fitzgerald (with Mike Palindrome) | 25 for 25 - #25 The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck 1:51:49

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In June of 1922, the twenty-five-year-old wunderkind F. Scott Fitzgerald published "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz," an incredible story of fabulously wealthy people living a secret life in remote Montana. Later that month, he began composing his most famous work, The Great Gatsby. In this episode, Jacke and Mike read and discuss this early Fitzger…

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Formed for Faithfulness: What does the Bible say about wealth, justice, and profit? 8:42

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In this sixth week of ordinary time, we read Amos 8 and reflect on being wise stewards of our finances. Nuance's Formed for Faithfulness is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of Scripture, prayer, and short reflections on faith …

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718 Jim - The Life and Afterlives of Huckleberry Finn's Comrade (with Shelley Fisher Fishkin) | Mark Twain's Dreams 1:36:04

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In this episode, Jacke talks to eminent Twain scholar Shelley Fisher Fishkin (Was Huck Black?: Mark Twain and African-American Voices) about her new book Jim: The Life and Afterlives of Huckleberry Finn's Comrade, which sheds new light on the origins and influence of Mark Twain's beloved yet polarizing figure. PLUS Jacke takes a look at the recent …

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Regain Your Health Without Pain with Dr. Elyse Saltalamachia from Lakota Wellness 23:10

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🎥 Filmed at Foxtail Coffee on Plant Street in downtown Winter Garden — shoutout to this cozy community spot for being the heart of our conversations. In this episode of Winter Garden Coffee + Collab, I sit down with Dr. Elyse Saltalamachia, Chiropractic Internist and Facility Director at Lakota Wellness, for a refreshingly honest (and often hilario…

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717 Einstein and Kafka (with Ken Krimstein) | Dr Johnson Helps a Friend (and Changes the Course of Literary History) | My Last Book with Fernando Pessoa Expert Bartholomew Ryan 53:41

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It's an action-packed day at the History of Literature! First, Jacke recounts the story of Dr. Johnson racing to the aid of his friend, the playwright Oliver Goldsmith, whose landlady was threatening him with debtor's prison. Naturally, the great critic and dictionary author Johnson found a very literary way to help. Then Jacke is joined by author …

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Formed for Faithfulness: How does Jesus want us to love our neighbors? 8:00

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In this fifth week of “Ordinary” (or “Normal”) time, we reflect on Jesus' parable of the Good Samaritan and how God calls us to love the marginalized, and even our enemies, in our daily lives. Nuance's Formed for Faithfulness is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the …

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716 Icelandic Folk Legends (with Dagrun Osk Jonsdottir) | John le Carre at the Bodleian 58:28

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Since the first permanent settlers landed there more than a thousand years ago, Iceland has been perhaps the most unique and enchanting place in all of Europe. How fitting, then, for its people to have developed unique, enchanting, and captivating stories involving hidden people, trolls, ghosts, sea monsters, and more. In this episode, Jacke talks …

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Children’s Ministry Secrets: Why Kids Are Closer to God Than We Think 31:01

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What do you get when you mix coffee, community, and a whole lot of heart? This right here. 🎥 Filmed at Foxtail Coffee on Plant Street in downtown Winter Garden — big love to this local gem for being the perfect backdrop to connection and conversation. In this episode of Winter Garden Coffee + Collab, I sit down with the incredible Lyn Burch, Childr…

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You're Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God's Design with Dr. Kelly Kapic 45:08

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On this episode of Nuance, guest host Tanner Fox is joined by Dr. Kelly Kapic, author and professor of Theological Studies at Covenant College. Together they explore the themes of human limitations, the necessity of slowing down, and the balance between productivity and humanity. They discuss how society's obsession with efficiency can lead to dehu…

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715 How Did George Eliot and the Victorians Respond to Climate Collapse? (with Nathan Hensley) | People at Museums Are Losing Their Brains! | My Last Book with Stephen Browning and Simon Thomas 1:09:12

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What does it feel like to live helplessly in a world that is coming undone? If you're alive in 2025, you are probably very familiar with this feeling - and if you'd been alive in the age of Victorian literature, you might have felt that way too. In this episode, Jacke talks to author Nathan K. Hensley about his book Action without Hope: Victorian L…

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Formed for Faithfulness: Can Your “Dead End” Job Impact God’s Kingdom? 10:50

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In this fourth week of “Ordinary” (or “Normal”) time, we reflect on from 2 Kings 5, meditating on how God is glorified no matter how mundane our work or home life may seem. Nuance's Formed for Faithfulness is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar thro…

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714 The Real Charles Dickens (with Stephen Browning and Simon Thomas) | Dickens and the Theatre 1:22:00

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Charles Dickens (1812-1870) led one of the most colorful and interesting lives of any author. But while many of us are familiar with his unforgettable characters and fantastically successful novels, we often don't know the details of his difficult early life, his success as a reporter, his troubled marriage and suspected relationship with another w…

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Print Isn’t Dead. Purpose Still Wins. Jamie Ezra Proves It. 21:10

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Filmed at Rosallie Le French Cafe in Winter Garden, featuring Jamie Ezra! This episode is where bold branding meets mango mysteries and a tower game that almost takes us out. Jamie, founder of Em Agency, joins me for coffee, creativity, and a convo you won’t hear anywhere else. We talk about building legacy brands, the power of print in a digital w…

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713 The Odyssey (with Daniel Mendelsohn) | The History of Literature Podcast Tour! 1:31:43

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Homer's Odyssey is one of the oldest surviving works of literature - and yet, somehow, it can also feel like one of the newest. The inventive narrative structure, complex hero, and surprisingly modern themes still feel fresh, thousands of years after the poem's genesis. In this episode, Jacke talks to author and translator Daniel Mendelsohn about h…

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Formed for Faithfulness: Following Jesus Is Simpler Than You Think 9:29

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In this third week of “Ordinary” (or “Normal”) time, we are given a simple reminder to love God and share His love with others. Nuance's Formed for Faithfulness is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of Scripture, prayer, and sho…

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712 Shakespeare's Greatest Love (with David Medina) | New Play About Shakespeare's Collaboration with Marlowe 56:46

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He might be the greatest writer about love that the world has ever known. But as is so often the case with Shakespeare, the biographical record raises as many questions as it answers. How often did Shakespeare fall in love, and with whom, and what happened? Who was Shakespeare's greatest love? In this episode, Jacke talks to David Medina about his …

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FASHION SECRETS REVEALED: Style vs. Identity — Why Moms Forget Themselves (& How to Fix It) 15:03

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📍 Filmed at Foxtail Coffee on Plant Street in Winter Garden, this episode of Winter Garden Coffee + Collab features Amy W. Edwards, former Chief Financial Officer turned Certified Image Consultant and Financial Coach, who helps professionals align their image with their impact. Over coffee and a game of Jenga (yes, seriously), Amy shares: How a clo…

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711 How Does Literature Handle Atrocities? (with Bruce Robbins) | My Last Book with Hemingway Expert Alex Vernon | Who Will Come to Jacke and Emma's Party? 1:10:28

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For millennia, literature has represented humanity at its finest. Over the same period of time, human beings have been committing the worst acts of mass violence imaginable. How have authors addressed these atrocities? Have they shown an ability to look at their own nation with the critical eyes of a stranger? And if so, have works of imagination p…

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Formed for Faithfulness: Can Peace and Disruption Both Be from God? 11:02

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In this second week of “Ordinary” (or “Normal”) time, we are cautioned not to be afraid of God’s miraculous hand, but to proclaim His good works boldly. Nuance's Formed for Faithfulness is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of S…

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710 Weird and Wonderful Stories from Ancient Greece and Rome (with Paul Chrystal) | A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT | Two Listeners Follow Their Dream (And Create Something Amazing) 57:09

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It's another action-packed episode! First, Jacke relays the story of a long-time listener who worked some mundane jobs before becoming an artistic bookmaker. Then Jacke talks to author Paul Chrystal about his work diving into lesser-known ancient texts for his book Miracula: Weird and Wonderful Stories of Ancient Greece and Rome. And in between, Ja…

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When God Shows Up: The Unplanned Overflow At Quay Church with Luke Lezon 31:11

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Welcome to Winter Garden Coffee + Collab! 🎉 In this episode, we hang out with Luke Lezon, Lead Pastor of Quay Church in Orlando and author of Your Mess Matters, for a faith-fueled, cold-brew conversation that’ll spark your spirit and make you laugh out loud. From building a movement of radical disciples to explaining why his favorite booth at Filig…

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Creativity and Commerce: A Christian Pursuit of Art & Business with Lance Walker 30:57

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On this episode of Nuance, Case is joined by Lance Walker, President of Walker & Company Construction. Together they discuss Lance’s business background and his passionate support for the arts. They explore the historical relationship between business and art, and current ways of supporting the art community with business acumen. Case and Lance del…

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Formed for Faithfulness: Is tech deafening you to the Holy Spirit's voice? 7:28

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In this first week of ordinary time, we reflect on the technological distractions of our day, and how to focus on God's voice instead. Nuance's Formed for Faithfulness is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of Scripture, prayer, …

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709 Black American Humor (with Damon Young) | The Greatest American Joke Ever Told? 1:28:52

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DAMON YOUNG (⁠What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Blacker: A Memoir in Essays⁠) is a Pittsburgh writer and humorist. In this episode, Jacke talks to Damon about his work editing and writing an introduction for That's How They Get You: An Unruly Anthology of Black American Humor, which emphasizes how and why Black American humor is uniquely transfixing.…

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The One With Marc Jablon of We Are Winter Garden + Imagine Marketing 19:59

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Welcome to Winter Garden Coffee + Collab! 🎉 In this episode, we sit down with Marc Jablon—the mastermind behind We Are Winter Garden and Imagine Marketing—for a hilarious and insightful coffee-fueled convo you won’t want to miss. From building one of the most recognized community brands in Winter Garden to turning local marketing into an art form, …

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708 Science Fact and Science Fiction (with Keith Cooper) | AI Discovers a Work of Ancient Philosophy and Dreams Up a Reading List 1:08:01

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For decades, writers and filmmakers have imagined worlds where characters can do things like watch a double sunset (on Tatooine, of course), or stand among the sand dunes of Arrakis, or gaze at the gas-giant planet Polyphemus from the moon Pandora. But even as works like Star Wars, Dune, and Avatar have enticed us with their fictional renditions of…

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Formed for Faithfulness: Can you live out the Great Commission without leaving home? 9:26

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In this week of Pentecost, we reflect on our Great Commission from Jesus. Nuance's Formed for Faithfulness is a weekly liturgy to encourage all of us to be faithful to Christ in the public square. Join Case Thorp as he follows the Church calendar through the reading of Scripture, prayer, and short reflections on faith in all facets of public life. …

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