Best Dave Ripper Podcasts (2025)

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ep 41: The Concrete Ghost of Seacliff Beach 8:31

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EPISODE 41- The Concrete Ghost of Seacliff When Detective Billy Armi accidentally rewarms his coffee in a microwave that's just come back from the tire shop, he finds himself aboard the SS Palo Alto during its roaring 1930s casino days—on the very night Harry Swanton is murdered. As Armi chases a suspect through fog and jazz, the past and present c…

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Sandra Kennedy - The Cleansing, Healing Power of the Blood 28:49

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Sandra Kennedy - The Cleansing, Healing Power of the Blood by Bill and Sandi GriffinBy Bill and Sandi Griffin

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692: Vertical vs. Horizontal Morality & Rediscovering Confession with Jamin Goggin 1:26:25

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A recent article tries to explain why so many politically active Christians behave unchristianly in the public square by differentiating "vertical" and "horizontal" sources of morality. The Holy Post crew examines the argument and finds it weak. Has MAGA ignited a revival in the U.S.? David French says we may be confusing a political revolution for…

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ep 40- B-Dead at Bingo: The Death of the Colonel 7:34

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Episode 40: B-Dead at Bingo When a former KSCO caller—known for his loud opinions and ever-changing name—drops dead during bingo night at a retirement home, Detective Billy Armi is called in to investigate. The scene? A Victorian hilltop mansion that inspired Psycho. The cause of death? A rogue bingo ball. The motive? Armi's still not sure anyone l…

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Kristy Nelson - Created for the Impossible 29:17

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Kristy Nelson - Created for the Impossible by Bill and Sandi GriffinBy Bill and Sandi Griffin

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Kingdom Stories & Spiritual Readiness: Wisdom from Steve Macchia - Deeper Experiences with God - Episode 10 50:12

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Have you considered why Jesus shared so many teachings through stories, or parables? In this episode of Deeper Experiences with God, host Dave Ripper speaks with Dr. Steve Macchia, president of Leadership Transformations and author of Praying the Parables of Jesus. Together they explore how Jesus’ parables awaken spiritual readiness, creativity, an…

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691: The Antichrist, Illiberalism, & Why Gen Z Accepts Political Violence with Elizabeth Neumann 1:26:37

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In a series of invitation-only, off-the-record lectures about Christianity, technology billionaire Peter Thiel said the antichrist is trying to regulate technology and billionaires. Which raises the question—Why do we always remake Christ in our image and the antichrist in our enemies'? Gen Z is making conservative Christianity more angry, intolera…

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Greg Ogden - Transforming Discipleship 30:00

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Greg Ogden - Transforming Discipleship by Bill and Sandi GriffinBy Bill and Sandi Griffin

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690: Flying Bishops, Evangelical Ignorance, & Slow Theology with A.J. Swoboda & Nijay Gupta 1:29:40

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For the first time ever, the U.K. has appointed a woman as the Archbishop of Canterbury to lead the global Anglican Communion. Kaitlyn, Skye, and Mike Erre discuss the implications of appointment and how Anglicans use "flying bishops" to maintain unity over divisive theological issues. Are there lessons here for other divided Christian communities?…

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ep 39- The Vanishing at The Fair: Revenge of the Sketches 9:29

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Episode 39: The Vanishing at the Fair At the Santa Cruz County Fair, the woman who headed the art exhibit has vanished without a trace. Detective Billy Armi is called in and finds that Flinx — a mild-mannered Flight 1080 caller known for his pencil sketches and fair-minded ideas — may have created artwork that listens, remembers, and takes revenge.…

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ep 38- The Return of the Fence Ripper 8:47

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ep 38- The Return of The Fence Ripper In Episode 38, Detective Billy Armi investigates the shocking return of the Fence Ripper — but this time, the target isn't just fences. Manny, the humble and well-loved former chief of police, is found where his backyard border once stood. What begins as a case of stolen posts turns into a story of obsession, r…

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David Beck - Luminous 29:35

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David Beck - Luminous by Bill and Sandi GriffinBy Bill and Sandi Griffin

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Embracing the Discipline of Play: Insights with John Carroll - Deeper Experiences with God - Episode 9 38:48

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Have you ever thought that one of the best ways to connect with God might be through play? Join Dave for this week’s episode where he speaks with John Carroll, Executive Director of Dallas Willard Ministries’ School for Kingdom Living, about the surprising spiritual discipline of play and its role in experiencing life with God. Together, they explo…

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689: The Rapture, Repentance, & Redefining the Good Life with Grace Hamman 1:27:37

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After a South African pastor claimed that Christ would come for his church on September 23, TikTok became rapture obsessed. Mike Erre joins Skye and Kaitlyn to discuss our ongoing fixation with this bad theology, why people get caught up in rapture predictions, and how it damages the credibility of the faith. Kaitlyn talks to Medieval scholar, Grac…

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Cindy Beall - Rebuilding your Marriage 28:04

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Cindy Beall - Rebuilding your Marriage by Bill and Sandi GriffinBy Bill and Sandi Griffin

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688: The MAGA Contradiction & Educational Injustice with Terence Lester 1:25:51

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The memorial service for Charlie Kirk revealed a deep contradiction with the MAGA movement. Kirk's widow was cheered when she forgave his assassin and modeled Jesus' command to love your enemies. But the crowd also cheered when Stephen Miller and President Trump dehumanized their opponents and expressed hatred for their enemies. Esau McCaulley join…

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Dave Ripper - Fellowship Of The Suffering 29:46

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Dave Ripper - Fellowship Of The Suffering by Bill and Sandi GriffinBy Bill and Sandi Griffin

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687: Charlie Kirk & the Conflict Entrepreneurs 1:00:12

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Last week, a gunman in Utah killed Charlie Kirk on a college campus. Rather than uniting the country against political violence, Kirk's assassination has only made divisions wider. Some on the left celebrated his death, saying he reaped what he sowed, while some on the right, including the President, are calling for retribution against all leftists…

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The IMMERSE Method of Experiencing Scripture - Deeper Experiences with God - Episode 8 32:32

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Have you been looking for some practical steps to guide you into a more immersive daily experience with God? In this special solo episode of 'Deeper Experiences with God,' host Dave delves into a transformative method for encountering God more deeply in daily life. Drawing from his book 'Experiencing Scripture as a Disciple of Jesus,' he introduces…

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Cindi McMenamin - When Women Walk Alone 29:02

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Cindi McMenamin - When Women Walk Alone by Bill and Sandi GriffinBy Bill and Sandi Griffin

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686: Shootings, Single Fathers, & the Shadow Side of Ambition with Miroslav Volf 1:23:59

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Following the school shooting in Minneapolis, The Christian Post has offered a definitive answer for why these massacres keep happening and why gun restrictions won't work—people are evil. But why don't politically conservative Christians apply this logic to any other issues? Surprising new data show that more young men than women want to be parent…

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Episode 37: Killer Klowns and The Death of Downtown Owl 7:29

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Episode 37: Killer Klowns and The Death of Downtown Owl Downtown Owl, a familiar voice on Flight 1080, is found dead in the Watsonville gazebo — his body drained of blood. Detective Billy Armi is called in to investigate, and what he uncovers is stranger than fiction. The infamous Killer Klowns from Outer Space have returned, and the streets of Wat…

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Episode 36: The Councilman and the Otter 6:56

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Episode 36: The Councilman and the Otter A city councilman is found dead, floating near the pier, his body traced by a chalk outline in the tide. With the city in uproar over his ban on filtered cigarettes, Detective Billy Armi faces the prime suspect: Otter 834, the notorious sea otter who once made national headlines for attacking surfers. But in…

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Episode 35: The Death of Late Night- Walter Sterling 6:12

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Episode 35: The Death of Late Night- Walter Sterling When radio host Walter Sterling is found dead among the waxen figures of Hollywood's Madame Tussauds, Detective Billy Armi is called to the scene. A mint on Sterling's tongue and a note bearing Armi's name suggest the late-night legend knew the detective would come looking. Was it a jealous contr…

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Hannah Gresh - 20 Hardest Questions Every Mom Faces 27:31

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Hannah Gresh - 20 Hardest Questions Every Mom Faces by Bill and Sandi GriffinBy Bill and Sandi Griffin

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The Great Tradition Charismatic: A Dialogue with Andrew Arndt - Deeper Experiences with God - Episode 7 52:11

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What happens when modern charismatic passion meets ancient Christian tradition? In this episode of 'Deeper Experiences with God,' host Dave converses with Andrew Arndt, lead pastor of New Life East in Colorado Springs and an accomplished author, including his latest book, 'A Strange and Gracious Light.' They explore the intersections of modern Chri…

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685: Finding Unity in a Divided Church with Beth Moore 1:16:13

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Is unity in the church still possible when everyone is so divided? At the Legacy Conference in Chicago, Beth Moore joins Esau, Kaitlyn, and Skye to wrestle with what it means to remain in community with believers we deeply disagree with. Together they explore why purity tests are dividing Christians online, how cynicism masquerades as wisdom, and w…

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Jan Meyers - The Allure Of Hope 28:39

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Jan Meyers - The Allure Of Hope by Bill and Sandi GriffinBy Bill and Sandi Griffin

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684: Dobson Died, Cracker Barrel Cancelled, & Flipping Christian Politics with James Talarico 1:36:02

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James Dobson, the founder of Focus on the Family, died this week. Critics are saying Dobson was the "godfather of child abuse," while his fans are saying he belongs on the Mount Rushmore of evangelicalism. Who's right? Phil, Skye, and Mike Erre discuss Dobson's legacy and why the controversial conservative is secretly responsible for the creation o…

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ep 34- To Kill John Lennon 6:57

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Episode 34 – To Kill John Lennon On December 8, 1980, John Lennon was gunned down outside the Dakota Building in New York. The world believed it was Mark David Chapman who pulled the trigger. But in Santa Cruz, a voice has been screaming a different story for decades: Stephen King killed John Lennon. Detective Billy Armi digs into Steven Lightfoot'…

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ep 33- Bringing Back The Dead Callers 6:37

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Episode 33 – "Bringing Back the Dead Callers" On a sleepless night at KSCO, Detective Billy Armi stumbles across a lost frequency carrying voices long gone. From legendary hosts like Art Bell, Rush Limbaugh, Don Husing, Dr. Corey Gold, Dr. Bill Wattenberg, and Mr. Logic, to unforgettable callers like Richard N Watsonville, Big Gun Gordy, The Great …

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Kelly Kapic - Embodied Hope 29:57

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Kelly Kapic - Embodied Hope by Bill and Sandi GriffinBy Bill and Sandi Griffin

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Encountering God at the Feet of Jesus with Bruce & Carolyn Hindmarsh - Deeper Experiences with God - Episode 6 52:00

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How would our spiritual lives change if we could turn from distraction and linger at the feet of Jesus? In this episode of 'Deeper Experiences with God,' host Dave welcomes doctors Bruce and Carolyn Hindmarsh to discuss encountering God's presence through scripture. Bruce, a professor of Spiritual Theology and History of Christianity, and Carolyn, …

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683: The Meaning of the Scopes Monkey Trial 100yrs Later with Chris Staron 1:29:16

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New data shows the nations with the highest standards of living are seeing the sharpest declines in wellbeing, while people in poorer countries are reporting more happiness. What's going on? David Brooks' recent article looked at data from 142 countries, and he concludes that spirituality and social connection, not just wealth, are critical to huma…

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ep 32- Kol Krush The Rhymes Talker- Someone Tried To Kill Hip Hop 8:02

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ep 32 — "Kol' Krush: The Rhymes Talker" When the heartbeat of hip‑hop flatlines at a pop‑up show in a new Watsonville shopping center—built where the legendary Flamingo Club once stood—Detective Billy Armi slips into his alter ego, Kol' Krush, a hard‑boiled "Rhymes Talker" who hunts crimes against the culture. Joel, owner of The Mix 104.7 FM, lines…

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ep 31- The Lighthouse Incident: The Death of Zach 8:38

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ep 31- The Lighthouse Incident: The Death of Zach When the Walton Lighthouse crumbles overnight, the only witness swears it wasn't weather or vandals — it was the Old Man of Monterey Bay, a serpent-like monster with a human face. And caught in the middle was Zach, a man with a carton of eggs and the worst timing in Santa Cruz history. Detective Bil…

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682: Why We Still Need the Institutional Church with Brad Edwards 1:26:49

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The Holy Post crew is suspicious of a new study that finds MAGA supporters score higher in authoritarianism, social dominance, and malevolent personality traits, while liberals score higher in compassion and empathy. Church planter, Brad Edwards, says many of us hold beliefs, language, and values that sabotage our ability to benefit from participat…

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ep 30- Stalked in The Shadows 4:17

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Episode 29: Stalk in the Shadows A cold night. A rustle in the cornfield. And a suspect who swears he's just "standing there." When reports of late-night stalking shake the south fields, Detective Billy Armi finds himself face-to-face with a familiar yellow troublemaker. But is Corn just a clueless crop… or is something darker growing in the rows? …

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ep 29- Dave Gets Killed Again 6:18

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Episode 29: Dave Gets Killed Again When a late-night comedy show at the Catalyst turns deadly, Detective Billy Armi finds himself face-to-face with the strangest killer Santa Cruz has ever seen—a baby in a fez with a brass horn and a stand-up act about incomplete stops. The crowd thinks it's all part of the routine. Armi knows better. But with Dave…

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Deep and Wide: A Conversation Flowing with Lacy Borgo - Deeper Experience with God - Episode 5 52:28

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What do children know about faith that adults often forget? In this next episode of Deeper Experiences with God, Dave sits down with Lacy Finn Borgo, author and spiritual director, to explore both deeper and wider experiences with God through childlike faith, simplicity and exploring human senses in silence and prayer. She shares some powerful pers…

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681: Strategically Small Churches with Brandon O'Brien 1:21:21

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A whites-only community has launched in Arkansas under the legal guise of a "private membership association." The founders claim it's about preserving culture, but Skye and Phil aren't buying it. Then, Brent Leatherwood, head of the Southern Baptist Convention's public policy arm, has resigned after years of pressure from hardline conservatives. Wh…

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680: Cancelling Colbert, Starving Gaza, & American Charisma with Molly Worthen 1:23:52

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CBS has cancelled the top-rated late-night talk show. Was it really a financial decision, or was it done to get the Trump administration to approve a corporate merger? And will Stephen Colbert now come on the Holy Post? Horrific images of starvation are coming out of Gaza as pressure builds on the Israeli government to end the war, but when does pr…

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ep 28- The Talkers Conspiracy- The Death of Michael Harrison 6:43

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Episode 28: The Talkers Conspiracy: The Death of Michael Harrsion When legendary broadcaster Michael Harrison vanishes mid-broadcast, Detective Billy Armi follows a trail of scrambled audio files, rigged ratings, and corporate sabotage. As Armi digs into the dark underbelly of the radio industry, he uncovers a conspiracy designed to silence indepen…

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ep 27- The Death of Larry in Marina 7:11

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Episode 27 – The Death of Larry in Marina When longtime Flight 1080 listener Larry goes missing near the windswept dunes of Marina, Detective Billy Armi is called in to investigate. What starts as a routine recovery soon spirals into a chilling tale of Cold War experiments, abandoned military bunkers, and a mysterious radio signal that may be broad…

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Non-Anxious Living & Spiritual Rhythms for Peace with Alan Fadling - Deeper Experiences with God - Episode 4 52:12

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What if the key to a deeper, more transformative relationship with God isn’t doing more—but slowing down? In this episode of the 'Deeper Experiences with God' podcast, host Dave Ripper interviews Alan Fadling, president of Unhurried Living, about the significance of silence and rest, mastering peace, and deepening spiritual growth and leadership. A…

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679: Individualism, Transhumanism, & Learning from Abolitionists with Daniel Lee Hill 1:28:25

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Why is our society so fractured and angry? David Brooks' recent article draws from the work of moral philosopher Alasdair MacIntyre to explain how we got here, but what is the solution? With the growth of A.I., some Christians think technology may be how God redeems humanity and gives us eternal life. But is this still Christianity or a strange new…

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ep 26- The Last Broadcast of Gary Morris 6:03

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Episode 26 – The Last Broadcast of Gary Morris When KNRY in Monterey celebrates its 90th anniversary, station owner Gary Morris decides to power up a forgotten transmitter and play a mysterious sign-off tape from the station's early days. But Cannery Row is no stranger to cursed history—especially next door to the infamous La Ida's bordello. What b…

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678: Is Gen Z Having a Religious Revival? with Ryan Burge 1:30:18

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The IRS has decided churches are no longer prohibited from endorsing political candidates. Is this a win for free speech or a reason for some churches to become even more partisan? The Department of Homeland Security has released a creepy new promotional video that uses the Bible to frame border security as a mission from God. The Christian who gav…

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ep 25- Sea Monkey Nukes 8:17

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ep 25 – Sea Monkey Nukes When porta-pottys start flipping and glowing graffiti shows up in Watsonville, Detective Billy Armi follows a trail of shrimp cocktail stench, paranoia, and radioactive footprints. What he uncovers beneath the city's water treatment plant—and in the muddy banks of the Pajaro River—might explain the vandalism… or it might ju…

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ep 24- The Death of You 7:06

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ep 24- The Death of You What happens when the next victim is… you? In this chilling yet reflective installment, Detective Billy Armi arrives at a scene unlike any other. The listener has become the subject of the mystery, found silent with only Billy's own voice echoing back from the radio. As he searches for clues, Billy ponders routines, time, an…