Best Derek Duncan Podcasts (2025)

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Fragile Objects w/ Katy Carl 1:27:50

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Novelist and short story writer Flannery O’Connor once insisted, “You tell a story because a statement would be inadequate.” In her short stories, Katy Carl weaves tales of despair and hope, brokenness and healing, and all being captured in the glory and grit of the human condition. Many ask, “Where have the good writers gone?” Read Katy and you’ll…

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Kevin Surace — Building Smarter, Leading Better, and Adapting to AI 1:10:56

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Kevin Surace breaks down how AI is reshaping the future of work — not by eliminating jobs, but by replacing repetitive tasks and redefining what humans are actually needed for. He explains why productivity, not headcount, will determine company growth in a labor-constrained world. Drawing from decades of applied AI experience, Surace outlines the e…

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Plugged In: White House looks to fire top federal officials with Atlanta ties 23:00

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The Trump administration is looking to fire two top federal officials with Atlanta ties that would likely have national implications. On this week’s episode of “Plugged In,” hosts Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali discuss moves to fire a Georgia-born Federal Reserve Governor and the director of the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…

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From the gridiron to the ballot | Derek Dooley goes On the Record 10:50

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Derek Dooley is an unconventional candidate with a well-known name in Georgia. A longtime collegiate and NFL football coach, and the son of legendary University of Georgia football coach Vince Dooley, he’s hoping name recognition and a fresh take on Georgia’s political issues will get him elected to the U.S. Senate. Dooley is challenging Georgia’s …

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Episode 96: Jerry Pate 1:35:33

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Jerry Pate burst into the golf world when he won the 1976 U.S. Open at Atlanta Athletic Club in just his second year on tour. From 1976 through 1982 when he won the first Players Championship held at the new Pete Dye-designed TPC Sawgrass he was one of the best players in the world, contending in other majors and earning a spot on the 1981 Ryder Cu…

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Vice President JD Vance in Georgia, major changes in Secretary of State's office | On The Record, Aug. 24, 2025 22:00

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Geoff Duncan, Georgia’s former lieutenant governor, recently made headlines when he switched from a Republican to a Democrat — and now, he’s considering a run for the governor’s seat. During this week’s episode of On The Record With Atlanta News First, Duncan spoke with Atlanta News First political reporter Doug Reardon about why he changed parties…

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Newly-converted Democrat Geoff Duncan weighing running for higher office? Longtime state elections guru Gabriel Sterling steps down. Hurricane Katrina and March on Washington anniversaries 38:59

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On this week's Political Breakfast, the gang taps into rumors of former Republican Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan, who recently converted to the Democratic Party, running for Georgia Governor. The 2026 race is crowded and competitive on both sides of the aisle. Plus, Gabe Sterling, one of the faces of Georgia's Secretary of State's office, is stepping down …

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Plugged In: Fulton County Commissioners could face jail time; 2026 campaigns ramp up 23:00

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Two national figures made stops in Georgia this week to test out political messaging for the 2026 elections. Meanwhile, four major U.S. Senate candidates all gathered in one room. On this week’s episode of “Plugged In,” hosts Rahul Bali and Brendan Rivers discuss the early start to the campaign season. Plus, Fulton County Commissioners defy a judge…

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Republican turned Democrat may run for Georgia governor | Geoff Duncan goes On The Record podcast 21:15

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Geoff Duncan, who recently made national headlines when he switched political parties, has confirmed he is considering making a Georgia gubernatorial run. “We’re thinking about it,” Duncan said in an exclusive interview with On The Record With Atlanta News First, which airs Sunday, Aug. 24, at 11 a.m. “We haven’t made any firm decisions." If Duncan…

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Georgia governor's race, Trump endorsement, CDC shooting | On the Record, Aug. 17, 2025 22:20

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The last Democrat to hold a constitutional office in the state of Georgia was an inaugural guest in the debut episode of On The Record With Atlanta News First. Michael Thurmond spoke with Atlanta News First political reporter Doug Reardon on whether Democrats can win support for their agenda in a state long dominated by Republicans and one that Don…

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Ep 116 Game-Time Communication Tactics with Jen Mueller 33:40

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Effective communication under pressure isn’t just a sports skill, it’s a sales advantage. Jen Mueller, longtime sports broadcaster and founder of Talk Sporty to Me, has spent over two decades asking high-stakes questions in high-pressure moments. From NFL sidelines to MLB dugouts, Jen shares how the fundamentals of sports communication translate di…

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Texas sets up redistricting battle across the U.S. | On The Record podcast 15:41

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The Republican-controlled Texas House of Representatives on Wednesday kicked off a heated debate over a new congressional map creating five new potential GOP seats that is expected to pass the chamber as part of a growing national redistricting battle. On The Record covers the other states that may engage in redistricting battles ahead of the 2026 …

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CDC shooting aftermath, Atlanta mourns fallen officer, A new Republican may soon enter the 2026 Georgia Governor's race 35:02

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This week Atlanta is paying final respects to DeKalb County Officer David Rose, who was killed during a shooting at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention earlier this month. Authorities say Patrick Joseph White targeted the CDC, and blamed the COVID-19 vaccine for his mental health issues. He died by suicide after firing roughly 500 shots …

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Contemplation and the Cross w/ Fr. Thomas Joseph White 1:36:16

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“Every human person seeks peace, spiritual peace within oneself and with others, and material peace through a social life of friendship, charity, and genuine justice. What is at the heart of this aspiration? What indeed is peace?” Join me and Fr. Thomas Joseph White as we discuss his new book Contemplation and the Cross on the Evangelization & Cult…

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Governor's hopeful says Democrats can win in Trump-dominated Georgia | Michael Thurmond goes On the Record podcast 18:52

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The last Democrat to hold a constitutional office in the state of Georgia was an inaugural guest in the debut episode of On The Record With Atlanta News First. Michael Thurmond spoke with Atlanta News First political reporter Doug Reardon on whether Democrats can win support for their agenda in a state long dominated by Republicans and one that Don…

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Plugged In: The latest on the CDC shooting 23:00

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Employees at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have been left shaken after a man fired hundreds of bullets at the Atlanta headquarters and killed a police officer. On this week’s episode of “Plugged In,” WABE Criminal Justice Reporter Chamain Cruz and WABE Health Reporter Jess Mador join hosts Rahul Bali, Sam Gringlas and Brendan …

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DeKalb County Democrat Michael Thurmond launches campaign for Georgia Governor, Chris Carr sues Burt Jones on the GOP side 29:49

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On this week's Political Breakfast, Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson, Republican strategist Brian Robinson and host Lisa Rayam react to former DeKalb CEO Michael Thurmond's long-awaited campaign launch for the Democratic primary in the Georgia Governor's race. One question being addressed: Will a more moderate Thurmond be able to bring Democrat…

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Federal health officials say press exploiting CDC shooting for ‘political gain’ | Decatur Dish 23:28

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The United States Department of Health and Human Services is accusing the media of exploiting a recent shooting at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for “political gain.” Sarah Boim with Fired but Fighting, a group of dismissed CDC workers who are banding together to fight for public health, came on the podcast to talk about the shooti…

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Day #1 as a Supervisor: Avoiding Common Tripping Hazards 29:35

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What advice do most people wish someone would have offered when they were first promoted to supervisor? What are common missteps and mistakes newly promoted supervisors often make that are avoidable? What are strategies for navigating a promotion when your peers, yesterday, are your direct reports, today? This episode offers the insights of Beth La…

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Plugged In: Trump wants to dismantle two federal agencies established by Jimmy Carter 23:00

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Former President and Georgia native Jimmy Carter created the U.S. Department of Education and the Federal Emergency Management Agency back in 1979. But now President Donald Trump is calling for these two departments, among others, to be dismantled. On this week’s episode of “Plugged In,” hosts Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali look at how debates over th…

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Ep 115 Resilience and Relationships in Wealth Management with Brad Jung 28:21

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Resilience, trust, and personalization are the key ingredients for sales leadership success in today’s evolving market. Brad Jung, Managing Director, Head of North America, Advisor & Intermediary Solutions at Russell Investments, reflects on his journey from a paper route to leading digital strategy and sales teams. He talks about how the focus in …

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New women’s commission aims to amplify inclusion in DeKalb County | Decatur Dish 17:20

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The Junior League of DeKalb County is leading the effort to create the county’s first women’s commission, a new project designed to advance fairness, amplify inclusion and improve the lives of women and girls across DeKalb. Gabrielle Rogers came on the podcast to talk about the project. She said the Junior League of DeKalb County has existed for 90…

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Derek Dooley all-in to challenge Jon Ossoff, Controversy with State Election Board member Janelle King 41:03

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It's official: Derek Dooley is the latest Republican to jump into the race to eventually challenge incumbent Democratic U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff. The former University of Tennessee football coach joined the GOP primary and announced his campaign in a video that honored his late father, the legendary University of Georgia football coach Vince Dooley.…

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Takeover: Hitler’s Final Rise to Power w/ Timothy Ryback 1:48:37

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Millions of pages have been written seeking to answer one vexing question: How did Adolf Hitler happen? Was the Führer of the Third Reich an accident of history or a fearsome warning of what the future may hold? Join me and Timothy Ryback as we explore the cunning and the luck, the designs and the accidents that brought Hitler to power in Ryback’s …

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Keeping it frank with Tucker Mayor Frank Auman | Decatur Dish 21:15

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On this week’s episode of Decatur Dish, we got a rundown of what’s going on in Tucker with nobody other than the town’s own mayor, Frank Auman. Auman joined the show to talk about the Tucker Town Green project, the city’s ongoing pickleball debacle, local business development and more. Atlanta News First and Decaturish take you through your latest …

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Republican Congressman Mike Collins is out the gate, launches Georgia U.S. Senate bid 7:35

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Last week there was speculation that U.S. Rep. Mike Collins was going to jump into the Georgia Senate race for the Republican nomination. The Trump ally made it official on Monday, and set the stage for an even more competitive primary. Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson and Republican strategist Brian Robinson join host Lisa Rayam to discuss thi…

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Plugged In: Inside the legal fight over a new exhibit at Stone Mountain 23:00

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In 2021, the Stone Mountain Memorial Association agreed to install an exhibit about the park's history, including Ku Klux Klan cross-burnings. Construction for the new exhibit is underway, but the Georgia Division of the Sons of Confederate Veterans is suing to stop it. On this week’s episode of “Plugged In,” hosts Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali discu…

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Episode 95: Trey Kemp 1:53:55

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Trey Kemp has been one of the most active and influential figures in public and municipal golf design in Texas for over 15 years. He spent much of that time working with John Colligan and now has his own firm, continuing to improve public courses while also pursuing new course commissions. He joins the Feed the Ball podcast to discuss the challenge…

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Two Georgia U.S. Representatives "hint" they'll run for high-profile roles in 2026. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Mike Collins on the fence. 24:18

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On this edition of Political Breakfast, Republican strategist Brian Robinson, Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson and host Lisa Rayam talk about the Republicans who are "hinting" about jumping into two key Georgia races: The race for Governor and a U.S. Senate seat. It's all talk at this point for U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Mike Collins.…

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Ep 114 Drive Meaningful Engagement, Not Just Metrics with Em Holldorf 31:19

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Building authentic connections through marketing is more important than ever, especially in an age of automation. Em Holldorf, Director of Demand Generation at Integrity Solutions, shares how a human-first mindset has guided her career—from organic farming to edtech. She explains why purpose, values, and collaboration are the backbone of effective …

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Hot takes with DeKalb County Fire Chief Darnell Fullum | Decatur Dish 18:33

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DeKalb County Fire Chief Darnell Fullum joined Decaturish Founder and Editor Dan Whisenhunt to talk about emergency response, department needs, and summer’s biggest fire risks. Decatur Dish, co-hosted by journalists Dan Whisenhunt and Mariya Murrow, airs every Tuesday on ANF+ at 12:30 p.m.

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State ethics complaint dismissed in the Republican race for Governor; How November's Public Service Commission race can measure Georgia's 2026 political landscape 23:53

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On this episode of Political Breakfast, the team talks about an ethics complaint filed by Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr against his GOP opponent, Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, after Jones loaned his own campaign ten million dollars. The conversation took place just hours before the State Ethics Commission rejected Carr's complaint based on …

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What Is Beauty? w/ Bishop Barron 1:13:52

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The modern world tells us that “beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” And yet, the Catholic Church deems beauty a transcendental. Is beauty something predictable, ephemeral, and a simple matter of taste? Or is beauty surprising, enduring, and objectively indisputable? Join me and Bishop Robert Barron as we explore the burning question, “What is be…

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Immigration issue hits Atlanta, MARTA hard | Political Update 24:43

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MARTA's CEO resigns this week over immigration concerns; US Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene calls on President Trump, AG Bondi to release the Jeffrey Epstein files; and Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, running for governor, announces a committee to abolish the state income tax.

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'We the People' celebrates America's 250th birthday | Political Update 7:42

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Three simple words, consisting of only 11 letters, formed the preamble to human history’s first test in self governance, an experiment still ongoing more than two centuries after a new nation’s founding. On July 4, 2026, America will mark 250 years since a group of white men - doctors and bankers; lawyers and slave-owning farmers; scientists and so…

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Plugged In: How Trump’s tariffs are impacting Georgia 23:00

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Tariffs have become a hallmark of President Donald Trump’s second term, but the on-again, off-again taxes on imports have led to uncertainty in the economy. On this week’s episode of “Plugged In,” hosts Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali speak with WABE Business Reporter Marlon Hyde about Trump’s trade policies and how they’re impacting Georgia businesses…

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Jon Ossoff aggressively stumps, seizes opportunity to divide MAGA base over Epstein files, plus a prominent Georgia Republican apologizes for $140 million Ponzi scheme 22:28

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U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff is talking tough on the campaign trail. Recently in Savannah, he called out the Trump administration for its handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Ossoff also lashed out at Trump for his so-called 'big, beautiful bill.' Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson and Republican strategist Brian Robinson join host Lisa Rayam to dis…

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Public Service Commission primary runoff race results are in | Decatur Dish 20:21

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Peter Hubbard has won the primary runoff for Public Service Commission District 3, defeating Keisha Waites. Hubbard, a Democrat, will face incumbent Republican Fitz Johnson in November. Also, journalist and Decaturish contributor King Williams came on the podcast to talk about several topics, including DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson’s h…

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Georgia's GOP Lieutenant Governor joins the Governor's race 26:35

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On this week's edition of Political Breakfast, Georgia's Republican Lt. Gov. Burt Jones wants in on the 2026 gubernatorial race. Jones kicked-off his campaign for Georgia Governor in grand style and to the tune of 10 million dollars. Jones loaned himself the money and made a pretty bold statement in doing so. Republican strategist Brian Robinson an…

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Podcast: Georgia's '26 governor's race takes on a whole new dimension | Political Update 16:15

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Ending months of speculation, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones announced this week he is running for governor in 2026. He enters the race as the candidate with the most money on hand, while Attorney General Chris Carr is trailing in the fundraising category, as are Democrats Keisha Lance Bottoms and state Sen. Jason Esteves.…

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Plugged In: How President Trump's big budget law will impact Georgia 23:00

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Congress has narrowly approved President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill, with most Republicans voting in favor and every Democrat opposed. Under the law, which includes $4.5 trillion in tax cuts, about 300,000 Georgians could lose health coverage, tax incentives for clean energy will be cut and states like Georgia may end up having t…

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Georgia Governor's race rivals square-up, Candidates post financial disclosures in the first stretch of the 2026 race 29:15

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On this week's Political Breakfast: Campaign fundraising is ramping-up. Strategists Tharon Johnson and Brian Robinson and host Lisa Rayam tackle the latest numbers in the 2026 Georgia Governor's race. On the Democratic side, Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, and state Senator Jason Esteves have surpassed the 1 million mark over roughly 2 m…

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Ep 113 Connect Authentically and Influence Effectively with Lauren Deal 29:37

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Connecting with others through a screen isn't easy, but it’s now essential. Lauren Deal, former live TV host and current facilitator at Integrity Solutions, shares how her background in broadcasting shaped the way she builds trust quickly, stays grounded under pressure, and brings energy to every conversation. She explains how sales professionals c…

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Flash flood tragedies in Texas, Impact in Georgia now that Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' has been signed, sealed and delivered 23:36

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President Donald Trump just signed his so-called 'big, beautiful' massive tax and spending bill over the July 4th holiday weekend. Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson and Republican strategist Brian Robinson and host Lisa Rayam react to the latest. Plus, Georgia Republican U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter wrote on X on Sunday that his granddaughters are saf…

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We Have Ceased to See the Purpose w/ Ignat Solzhenitsyn 44:05

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In his iconic Templeton lecture, Soviet dissident and Nobel Prize-winning author Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn summarized the horrors of the twentieth century’s Communist experiment, saying, “Men have forgotten God; that’s why all this has happened.” Join me and Ignat Solzhenitsyn as we explore his father’s heroic words and exquisite diagnosis of man’s pl…