Best The Rupel Podcasts (2025)

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#271: Powerful Christmas Eve During Gulf War + Former Army Chaplain Bud Rupel's Ministry To Troops 51:21

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8d ago51:21

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A week before Christmas now, a Columbus GA pastor is remembering (2:15) a special Christmas Eve service he led for many soldiers in Saudi Arabia amidst war in 1990 when it was, at least briefly a "Silent Night." The story will move you. He gets emotional talking about service members singing that song, in a Muslim country, as the Gulf War began. (9…

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'Twas the Night (2001) 36:40

4h ago36:40

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we talk about the 2001 Disney Channel Movie 'Twas the Night. A mischievous 14-year-old boy and his irresponsible uncle almost ruin Christmas when they decide to take Santa's new high-tech sleigh for a joyride. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/disneymo…

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Choose Your Own Adventure - Forecast from Stonehenge 37:43

6d ago37:43

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On this episode of Drunken Book Club, we read the Choose Your Own Adventure book Forecast from Stonehenge. Why did we read a book that takes place during the Summer Solstice for Wintertime? I have no idea, and I slightly regret it.Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to and follow us!https://linktr.ee/drunkenbookclubSupport us on …

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Disney Shorts: Pluto's Christmas Tree 21:54

6d ago21:54

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we talk about the 1952 Disney animated short Pluto's Christmas Tree. The tree that Mickey and Pluto chop down to bring home for Christmas is the tree that Chip 'n Dale lives in. Let the Christmas shenanigans commence. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/…

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Lady and the Tramp (1955) 49:50

13d ago49:50

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we talk about the 1955 Disney Animated feature Lady and the Tramp. The romantic tale of a sheltered uptown Cocker Spaniel dog and a streetwise downtown Mutt. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/disneymoviemuses Support us on www.patreon.com/dbcanddmm All…

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#270: Former Georgia & NFL Player Jordan Jenkins Helping Veterans & Staying Fit After Football 42:18

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After being a football star for Harris County High and the University of Georgia, Jordan Jenkins was drafted into the NFL almost a decade ago. (4:44) Fast forward to now, an injury forced him out of the sport and he's helping veterans in his hometown - after growing up being the son of an Army Sgt major. As the latest guest on our podcast, Jordan J…

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Goosebumps - The Abominable Snowman of Pasadena 52:18

21d ago52:18

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On this episode of Drunken Book Club we read Goosebumps #38 The Abominable Snowman of Pasadena. Jordan and Nicole Blake are sick of the hot weather in Pasadena. Just once they'd like to have a real winter. And then it happens. The Blakes are off to Alaska! Seems that Mr. Blake has been asked to photograph a mysterious snow creature there. But now t…

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Goof Troop: Have Yourself a Goofy Little Christmas 38:31

22d ago38:31

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we talk about the Goof Troop episode Have Yourself a Goofy Little Christmas. When Max doesn't want to celebrate Christmas the traditional Goof way Goofy and him take a trip to Aspirin, Colorado and get into some goofy Christmas hijinks with the Pete's Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us…

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#269: Evangelism And Ebeneezer Experience With Pastor/Actor Joe Phillips For The Holidays 1:02:30

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You know the holiday classic Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Story" - with Scrooge at the center. A longtime evangelist and Columbus GA native has been playing that role for a decade now in "The Ebeneezer Experience." Pastor Joe Phillips took a break from the shows and sermons to join me on the podcast to also talk about using comedy to spread the Go…

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Spider-Man: Homecoming 54:40

29d ago54:40

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we talk about the 2017 Marvel movie Spider-Man: Homecoming. Spider-Man tries to stop'The Vulture' from selling weapons made with advanced Chitauri technology while trying to balance his life as an ordinary high school student. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://l…

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Tales to Give You Goosebumps - The Cat's Tale 40:44

1M ago40:44

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On this episode of Drunken Book Club we live read the Tales to Give You Goosebumps short story The Cat’s Tale to pair with The Barking Ghost. It’s time to find out if RL can write a decent scary story around an animal.Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to and follow us!https://linktr.ee/drunkenbookclubSupport us on https://www.p…

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Bob's Burgers: An Indecent Thanksgiving Proposal 30:19

1M ago30:19

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we talk about the Bob's Burgers episode An Indecent Thanksgiving Proposal. In order to entice an old flame who is only attracted to married men, Mr. Fischoeder bribes Bob into letting him pass off Bob's family as his own, but the situation ruins all of Bob's Thanksgiving traditions. Follow the linktree here and…

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#268: Crowder - In GA On Tour - Raps With Us About Christian Music Popularity, His Songs, Grace & Glory 30:26

1M ago30:26

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A popular singer shares a lot about faith, his songs, and their current Grace & Glory Tour on our “Run The Race” podcast. Nationally known Contemporary Christian artist David Crowder aka CROWDER joined me via Zoom. He will be in concert this Sunday night 7pm at the Columbus (GA) Civic Center, along with more big names Zach Williams and Matt Maher o…

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Davy Crockett: King of the Wild Frontier 46:57

1M ago46:57

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we talk about the 1955 movie Davy Crockett: King of the Wild Frontier. American frontiersman Davy Crockett fights in the Creek Indian War, is elected to the U.S. Congress and fights for Texas at the Alamo. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/disneymoviem…

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#267: The "Night Hawk" of Arena Football - Now Columbus Lions Coach - Huddles Up On Quickness, Championships 53:17

1M ago53:17

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This week’s podcast guest is the all-time leader in interceptions in arena football – 117 of them by the former player nicknamed “Night Hawk.” Columbus GA native Damian Daniels is now the head coach of the Columbus Lions, the same team he won 4 championships with! We talk on “Run the Race” about football, fitness, changes coming for his Lions, and …

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Goosebumps: The Barking Ghost 46:16

2M ago46:16

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On this episode of Drunken Book Club we read the Goosebumps #32 The Barking Ghost. There’s a reason why RL Stine doesn’t care for this one and we found out the hard way by reading it. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to and follow us!https://linktr.ee/drunkenbookclubSupport us on https://www.patreon.com/dbcanddmmAll of the con…

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Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers: The Case of the Cola Cult 43:43

2M ago43:43

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we talk about the Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers episode The Case of the Cola Cult. So come along because you belong and feel that sweet fizz of Coo-Coo Cola. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/disneymoviemuses Support us on www.patreon.com/dbcanddmm All o…

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#266: We Just Ran The NYC Marathon - Robust Race Recap & Advice With Mr. Rodgers 1:19:27

2M ago1:19:27

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It is now again the biggest marathon in the WORLD with more than 59,000 finishing the New York City Marathon this past Sunday! Wow. It was my first time running this race, my 40th marathon overall and in state #37. For this mega race recap, I got help from my college friend Michael Rodgers who just ran his 12th NYC Marathon and worked for almost a …

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Goosebumps - Attack of the Jack-O'-Lanterns 37:44

2M ago37:44

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On this episode of Drunken Book Club, we read the Goosebumps #48 Attack of the Jack-O-Lanterns, the perfect read for Halloween because it's time to trick or treat....FOREVER!Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to and follow us!https://linktr.ee/drunkenbookclubSupport us on https://www.patreon.com/dbcanddmmAll of the content is $1…

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The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) 1:02:34

2M ago1:02:34

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we're finishing Spooktober with our first explicit episode on the 1975 cult musical classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Listen in as we discuss this iconic late night feature. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/disneymoviemuses Support us on www.patr…

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Disney Channel's Monstober Lineups 40:53

2M ago40:53

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we're continuing Spooktober with our personally curated Disney Channel's Monstober lineups. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/disneymoviemuses Support us on www.patreon.com/dbcanddmm All of the content is $1! Make sure to check out our Patrons 1. Trey …

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#265: Raven In Real Life Interviews Me...About TV Career, Faith, Running, Family 34:57

2M ago34:57

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I'm in the hot seat for this one, as I play for you Raven Fairbanks' interview of me on her "Raven In Real Life" lifestyle show/podcast. Before that...a quick recap of my first time running the ATH Half Marathon through Athens GA and the University of Georgia campus with my son, who's a senior at UGA. (6:25) This is a chance for you to get to know …

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Give Yourself Goosebumps - Please Don't Feed the Vampire 40:24

2M ago40:24

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On this episode of Drunken Book Club we read the Give Yourself Goosebumps book Please Don’t Feed the Vampire in a special re-read. Listen to our fun little vampiric adventure and see where we end up this time. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to and follow us!https://linktr.ee/drunkenbookclubSupport us on https://www.patreon.c…

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The Worst Treehouse of Horrors Ever 39:10

2M ago39:10

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we're continuing Spooktober with our top 5 worst Simpson's Treehouse of Horror segments. Get ready for some stinkers because these are all tricks and no treats. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/disneymoviemuses Support us on www.patreon.com/dbcanddmm …

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Disney Shorts: Trick or Treat (1952) 34:47

3M ago34:47

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we're continuing Spooktober with the 1952 Donald Duck short Trick or Treat. When Donald is cruel to his nephews on Halloween a witch comes by to help the three boys and give Donald his comeuppance. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/disneymoviemuses Sup…

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#264: From Military To The Ministry, Army War Vet Preaches & Teaches Biblical Leadership 51:45

3M ago51:45

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After a nearly 14 year Army career, being a leader most of that, this combat vet is leading in a new way - as an associate pastor and leadership coach in Columbus GA. We talk about what he learned in the Afghanistan War...why health concerns ended his time in the military...getting the call from God...what football taught him about being a leader..…

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Tales to Give You Goosebumps - Pumpkin Juice 47:09

3M ago47:09

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On this episode of Drunken Book Club we read the Tale to Give You Goosebumps short story Pumpkin Juice. When two friends discover a recipe in a cookbook for pumpkin juice they soon find out it’s a recipe for disaster. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to and follow us!https://linktr.ee/drunkenbookclubSupport us on https://www.p…

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Jojo's Circus: The Legend of Clownfoot 30:03

3M ago30:03

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we're starting off Spooktober with an episode of Jojo's Circus titled The Legend of Clownfoot as chosen by our Random Title Generator. After going trick-or-treating, JoJo, Goliath, Skeebo, Trina and Croaky pay a visit to Clownfoot Lodge to hear Mr. Tickle's annual telling of "The Legend of Clownfoot." Follow th…

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#263: Student With Diabetes Taking on NYC Marathon With Beyond Type Run Team 47:33

3M ago47:33

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He's taken on diabetes almost his entire life, and now this 21-year-old college student is running his first marathon for a cause related to his disease, and not just any race but the New York City Marathon a month from now! We talk in this episode about his daily health challenges, having Type 1 Diabetes...the benefits of exercise for diabetics an…

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Give Yourself Goosebumps - Toy Terror: Batteries Included 34:27

3M ago34:27

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On this episode of Drunken Book Club we read the Give Yourself Goosebumps title Toy Terror: Batteries Included. What’s worse than a killer toy? Find out in this adventure read!Side note, I apologize for the alarm sound in the background, I did my best to mute it when editing but some asshat decided to let their alarm go off for nearly two hours and…

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Phineas and Ferb: Gaming the System 30:38

3M ago30:38

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we watched the Phineas and Ferb episode Gaming the System for the finale of TRON month. In this episode the kids get zapped into a video game, much like TRON, and must find their way out. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/disneymoviemuses Support us on…

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#262: Called to Bring Hope & Electric City Life to Columbus GA, While Staying Sober 1:00:16

3M ago1:00:16

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She's an Uptown girl (in Columbus GA) and the founder, leader of an online magazine and platform called "Electric City Life" for more than a decade. Through it, she promotes positive things happening in the community - local events, music, films, more. Jacy Jenkins is also on a new journey of sobriety and faith. (2:29) Jacy says she's not an alcoho…

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TRON: Legacy 56:44

3M ago56:44

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we're continuing forward with TRON month with TRON: Legacy. The long awaited sequel to TRON but does it live up to the hype it grew over the years or does it make you want to derezz in shame? Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/disneymoviemuses Support u…

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#261: Dir of Largest Christian Humanitarian Org Halting Long Walks for Water, As She Runs Marathons for Team World Vision 58:44

3M ago58:44

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She's the national director of the world's largest Christian humanitarian organization that's been helping people in poverty for 75 years, across 100 different countries. And later this week, this mom and recent cancer survivor is running the Berlin Marathon for the cause...while I'm training now to run the NYC Marathon this fall for Team World Vis…

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Goosebumps - Night of the Living Dummy II 53:29

4M ago53:29

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On this episode of Drunken Book Club we read the Goosebumps #31 Night of the Living Dummy II. Is this a rehash of the previous Dummy book or does Slappy have something new up his sleeve?Side note, I apologize for the alarm sound in the background, I did my best to mute it when editing but some asshat decided to let their alarm go off for nearly two…

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TRON Uprising: Beck's Beginning 38:21

4M ago38:21

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we watched the first episode of Tron Uprising, Beck's Beginning. A young program called Beck, upon realizing that the leadership of the one called Clu, may not be the best for programs, decides to fight back, but the program he meets in doing so will change his life forever. Follow the linktree here and find wh…

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#260: Military Historian Running Two Kinds of Events - Marathons & Vietnam War Panels 56:50

4M ago56:50

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After a recap of my 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb - going up 2200 stairs alongside first responders and others in memory of the firefighters that died in the September 11 attacks - we talk another very pivotal event for our nation: the Vietnam War and special events this week and beyond in Columbus GA on the heels of the 50th anniversary of the fall of…

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TRON 44:36

4M ago44:36

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we start TRON month with the movie that started it all, TRON, a movie that has strangely aged well with its concept of a rogue AI within an evil corporation. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/disneymoviemuses Support us on www.patreon.com/dbcanddmm All…

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Tales to Give You Goosebumps - Don't Sit on the Gronk 22:59

4M ago22:59

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On this episode of Drunken Book Club we read the Tales to Give Your Goosebumps short story Don’t Sit on the Gronk. In this Christmas tale we follow a boy so dense that he won’t read instructions and this causes his demise. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to and follow us!https://linktr.ee/drunkenbookclubSupport us on https://…

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American Dragon: Jake Long - Magic Enemy #1 27:21

4M ago27:21

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we watched the American Dragon: Jake Long episode Magic Enemy #1 to celebrate Dante Basco's, the voice of Jake Long, birthday. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/disneymoviemuses Support us on www.patreon.com/dbcanddmm All of the content is $1! Make sur…

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#259: Sgt "Big Country" Goes From Losing Leg To Pro Para Athlete, From Army to Adaptive Sports 51:41

4M ago51:41

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A decade after injuries ended his Army career, a man known as “SGT Big Country” is succeeding in adaptive sports – with parts of his legs missing – and placing 3rd at track and field nationals recently in seated disc throw, while a documentary about his inspiring journey will be streaming soon. (2:38) Disabled veteran and Pro Para athlete Brian Con…

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Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella (1997) 39:07

4M ago39:07

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we watched the 1997 Wonderful World of Disney movie Rogers and Hammerstein's Cinderella starring Brandy and Whitney Houston. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/disneymoviemuses Support us on www.patreon.com/dbcanddmm All of the content is $1! Make sure …

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#258: Chiropractor Climbing to Honor 9/11 Fallen Firefighters, Helping Sports Teams & Your Body Too 47:47

4M ago47:47

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It's been almost 24 years since the attacks on America that tragic day of September 11, 2001. Columbus GA is hosting its inaugural Memorial Stair Climb at the Columbus Civic Center on Saturday morning, September 6 and the organizer of that event is my "Run the Race" guest. Dr. Ken Calain also talks about the cause that event with 2,200 steps benefi…

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Goosebumps - It Came From Beneath the Sink 48:23

4M ago48:23

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On this episode of Drunken Book Club we read Goosebumps #30 It Came From Beneath the Sink. A Goosebumps book you shouldn’t judge by its cover alone because the monster within, the Grool, is one of the most creative in the series. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to and follow us!https://linktr.ee/drunkenbookclubSupport us on h…

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Recess: First Name Ashley 40:04

4M ago40:04

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we watched First Name Ashley from the American Animated series Recess. An episode that asks what is a name? Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/disneymoviemuses Support us on www.patreon.com/dbcanddmm All of the content is $1! Make sure to check out our …

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#257: Alaska Adventure of Hiking, Animals, Running (Marathon), Food, Rafting - Travel Ideas For You 41:19

5M ago41:19

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It was our first time to Alaska! This is a recap of running a marathon in state #36 for me but so much more in the "final frontier." Check out this solo episode with travel ideas for when you and your family go to the 49th state, but also plenty of stories about adventures with my son: flightseeing over the massive 6 million acre Denali National Pa…

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20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1954) 45:10

5M ago45:10

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses we watched the 1954 movie 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea starring Kirk Douglas! A story so epic that it was amazing they were able to bring it to the big screen as well as they did. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/disneymoviemuses Support us on www.pat…

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Tales to Give You Goosebumps - I'm Telling 31:45

5M ago31:45

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On this episode of Drunken Book Club we read the Tales to Give You Goosebumps short story I’m Telling. The story of a boy and his water gun and what happens when you make a big mistake. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to and follow us!https://linktr.ee/drunkenbookclubSupport us on https://www.patreon.com/dbcanddmmAll of the c…

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Disney Shorts: How to Catch a Cold (1951) 36:43

5M ago36:43

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On this episode of Disney Movie Muses, we watched the 1951 animated short How to Catch a Cold. A shameless commercial for Kleenex brand tissues that is filled with old wife's tales and falsehoods about catching a cold. Follow the linktree here and find where you can listen to us and follow us! https://linktr.ee/disneymoviemuses Support us on www.pa…

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#256: New Miss Georgia Making Christ Known + Fueling, As She Competes For Miss America Crown 50:10

5M ago50:10

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She won Miss Georgia in June and she will compete to be Miss America in early September but says there are other wins besides the crown, namely amplifying the Gospel of Christ through the opportunities on this journey. On this podcast (subscribe), Audrey Kittila opens up about winning...being a UGA student...how food/fuel is a top priority in he jo…