Best Dynamite In The Brain Podcasts (2025)

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Who invented the Teddy Bear? 15:47

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How did Teddy Bears & Stuffies become so popular? What are Stuffies stuffed with? Why are they called Teddy Bears? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVING th…

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What was the first Video Game Console? 16:31

3d ago16:31

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Did people always love playing Video Games at home? How have Video Game Consoles evolved? What is the all-time greatest Video Game Console? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,0…

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Trusty Trivia: SNOWBOARDING!!! 3:49

2h ago3:49

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Welcome to Trusty Trivia! Each Thursday you get to play a Trivia game with the Trusty Narrator! Have fun seeing if you can answer these three questions, Smartypants!By Atomic Entertainment / Starglow Media

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Remembering Rob Reiner 32:49

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Send us a text In the wake of Rob Reiner's horrific death, Angelo, Rhea, and Jay celebrate his life and work by talking about the projects of his that they loved the most. From This is Spinal Tap to a A Few Good Men to the moving "fan film" of The Princess Bride released during covid, the first half of the show is devoted to a man who made all of o…

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Is Hot Chocolate & Hot Cocoa the same? 17:22

5d ago17:22

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What's in Hot Chocolate? Where did Hot Chocolate come from? Why do people put marshmallows in Hot Chocolate/Cocoa? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVING th…

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#424: Dreading Christmas? 3 Ways to Survive the Holidays Without Emotionally Spiraling Out of Control 14:57

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If you’re secretly counting down the days until Christmas is over, getting really close to emotionally spiraling out of control, or wishing you could fast-forward straight to January… press play right now! This is your Holiday Survival Guide! When the holidays arrive after a hard year—loss, divorce, financial stress, or emotional burnout—the pressu…

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SMARTY Q: Who invented the first battery??? 6:21

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Bonus Smarting! Trusty answers questions sent in by SmartyPants! Email your SmartyQs to - [email protected] Atomic Entertainment / Starglow Media

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How old are the oldest Comets? 15:57

7d ago15:57

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Where do Comets come from? What are Comets made of? Why do Comets come back around? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVING their subscription! Get official …

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How did Dynamite cause the Nobel Peace Prize? 16:18

10d ago16:18

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Why is the Nobel Prize named the Nobel Prize? How do you win a Nobel Prize? What categories can you a win a Nobel Prize in? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are …

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Trusty Trivia: SPOTTED LANTERNFLIES!!! 3:58

1d ago3:58

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Welcome to Trusty Trivia! Each Thursday you get to play a Trivia game with the Trusty Narrator! Have fun seeing if you can answer these three questions, Smartypants!By Atomic Entertainment / Starglow Media

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The Warner Brothers Drama Just Got Spicy 31:21

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Send us a text Rhea is back and she's just in time to join Angelo and Jay for a discussion about the latest developments in the Warner Brothers saga. It looked like it was going to be Netflix buying the storied company, but then, like a villain in a movie, Paramount swung back in with a hostile takeover attempt! Things are heating up and the gang b…

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The Diddy Documentary Is Way Worse Than We Expected 54:35

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n this episode, Bruno and Pedro dive deep into Sean Combs: The Reckoning, Netflix’s explosive new four-part documentary that’s way darker—and way wilder—than anyone expected. We break down the biggest revelations, the new footage, the patterns that go back decades, and why this doc hits harder than all the Diddy documentaries that came before it. F…

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Why are some people more Curious than others? 17:44

12d ago17:44

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What is Curiosity? How has Curiosity helped humans survive? How can you become more Curious? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVING their subscription! Get …

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#423: He Survived a Dynamite Blast at 14,000 Feet, Built a Fortune, Then Gave It All Up 1:01:43

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Imagine a single moment in time forcing you to reimagine your entire life before you were even 20 years old... At 14,000 feet in the Himalayas, today’s guest was given a second chance—and he chose to spend it serving humanity. Why This Episode Matters to You If you’ve ever felt stuck between success and significance, or wondered whether your curren…

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SMARTY Q: How does a whoopee cushion work??? 6:37

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Bonus Smarting! Trusty answers questions sent in by SmartyPants! Email your SmartyQs to - [email protected] Atomic Entertainment / Starglow Media

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Do Scientists think there's an undiscovered Planet X? 16:26

14d ago16:26

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Where would this mysterious Planet X be found? What makes finding a planet so hard? Is Planet X even a planet? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVING their …

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What's the Difference between Rabbits, Bunnies & Hares? 16:34

17d ago16:34

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Why do all Wild Rabbits look alike? How many types of Rabbits are there? What gross thing do Rabbits eat? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVING their subsc…

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Trusty Trivia: POKEMON!!!! 3:48

5d ago3:48

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Welcome to Trusty Trivia! Each Thursday you get to play a Trivia game with the Trusty Narrator! Have fun seeing if you can answer these three questions, Smartypants!By Atomic Entertainment / Starglow Media

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Stranger Things, the NFL Red Zone Catastrophe, and Wake Up Dead Man 39:22

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Send us a text It's just Jay and Angelo this week (with a special visit from Jay's two oldest kids) and they start off the show fuming mad at what ESPN is doing to the greatest entertainment on TV: The NFL Red Zone. They keep shoving commercials into it and the question is: when will it finally be enough? Then, it's a conversation with Jay's kids a…

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Which came first Cake or Pie? 18:33

19d ago18:33

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What makes Cake, Cake? What makes Pie a Pie? Why weren't the first Pies eaten as Pies? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVING their subscription! Get offici…

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Welcome to Derry: Brilliant Lore, Sloppy Writing, and WTF Moments 45:51

6d ago45:51

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In this week’s episode of The Reel Rundown, Bruno and Pedro dive deep into Welcome to Derry — a prequel packed with wild lore, questionable character choices, and some truly head-scratching writing decisions. From Pennywise’s evolving mythology to the show’s chaotic pacing, we break down what’s working, what’s falling apart, and why we’re still hoo…

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#422: Want to Feel Happier in the Next 60 Seconds? Try This 1-Minute Gratitude Reset #FanFav 12:14

20d ago12:14

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What if unlocking a happier, more fulfilled life took less than five minutes a day? Whether you’re stuck in a rut, battling stress, or just craving more peace in your day, this episode shares exactly how the power of gratitude can help you shift your mindset, even when life feels chaotic. Gratitude isn't just a nice idea—it’s a powerful tool to res…

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SMARTY Q: How and why did Dolly Parton become a singer??? 6:18

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Bonus Smarting! Trusty answers questions sent in by SmartyPants! Email your SmartyQs to - [email protected] Atomic Entertainment / Starglow Media

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What does your Nervous System do? 14:36

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What parts of your body are controlled by your Nervous System? How does your Nervous System work? What tells your brain it's time to pee? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000…

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Why are some Animals able to be Pets? 16:28

24d ago16:28

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What do all Pets have in common? Which animals should never be Pets? What are some crazy Pets people have had? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVING their …

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Trusty Trivia: THANKSGIVING!!! 3:55

19d ago3:55

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Welcome to Trusty Trivia! Each Thursday you get to play a Trivia game with the Trusty Narrator! Have fun seeing if you can answer these three questions, Smartypants!By Atomic Entertainment / Starglow Media

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We Deep Dive into the Beast in Me 29:17

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Send us a text Angelo, Rhea, and Jay are back to get deep into Netflix's latest huge hit show, The Beast in Me. It's an airport novel of a TV show, cranking on all cylinders, and the crew is united in their thoughts about it! THEN, HBO is in trouble and their plan to save themselves is... to go back to being HBO!? Five years ago, HBO rebranded from…

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What are the Oldest Animals on the Planet? 20:41

26d ago20:41

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What do many Old Animals have in common? Where do most Old Animals live? Is there an Animal that can live...forever? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVING …

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Breaking Down Pluribus (So Far), Thanksgiving Traditions & Revisiting The Running Man 57:51

27d ago57:51

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In this episode of The Reel Rundown, Bruno and Paul dive into Thanksgiving traditions, Scott unexpectedly joins the show to talk parade prep and pumpkin pie, and the guys break down The Running Man—from Glen Powell’s rise to Edgar Wright’s creative choices. Finally, they unpack Pluribus so far, exploring theories, twists, and where the Apple TV+ se…

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#421: Finding Hope in Life’s Hardest Seasons: How a Coffee Bean Led to Redemption Inside a Texas Prison #FanFav 53:47

27d ago53:47

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What if the moment you thought your life was over became the moment it truly began? Damon West was handed a life sentence in a Texas prison—but instead of letting it break him, he became something few dare to dream of behind bars: a force for hope and redemption! If you’ve ever felt stuck in your own “prison”—whether that’s addiction, depression, s…

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SMARTY Q: What makes random thoughts come into your brain??? 5:53

21d ago5:53

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Bonus Smarting! Trusty answers questions sent in by SmartyPants! Email your SmartyQs to - [email protected] Atomic Entertainment / Starglow Media

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Why do Americans celebrate Thanksgiving? 16:22

28d ago16:22

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What does Thanksgiving symbolize? Do other countries have a Thanksgiving? What foods were served at the first Thanksgiving? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are …

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What is Yin & Yang? 16:42

1M ago16:42

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What is the Yin & Yang symbol? What do the words Yin & Yang mean? What is meant by harmony or balance in the universe? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVIN…

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Trusty Trivia: RAMEN!!! 3:55

27d ago3:55

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Welcome to Trusty Trivia! Each Thursday you get to play a Trivia game with the Trusty Narrator! Have fun seeing if you can answer these three questions, Smartypants!By Atomic Entertainment / Starglow Media

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Which Dead Celebrity Made the MOST Money This Year? 32:53

15d ago32:53

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Send us a text Angelo, Rhea, and Jay are back to talk about dead celebrities: specifically, which celebrities have earned the most amount of money despite not being on this planet anymore. Some are easy to guess, others are ones you wouldn't have thought of in a million years. Listen and play along at home! THEN: ESPN is buying MLB.TV, despite the …

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What causes a Nosebleed? 20:18

1M ago20:18

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Why is Blood red? Why do you Bleed? What parts of your body are the most Bloody? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVING their subscription! Get official Who…

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#420: When You’re Running Hard But Getting Nowhere: A Year-End Reflection on Burnout, Self-Doubt, & God’s Silence 20:43

1M ago20:43

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Have you ever gotten to the end of a year and thought, “How did I work this hard and still feel like I’m standing in the exact same spot?" If that question echoes what you’re feeling in your heart right now—this episode is for you. Why This Episode Will Speak to You This isn’t a polished highlight reel or a motivational pep talk. It’s an honest, vu…

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SMARTY Q: Why are shark teeth so sharp??? 7:04

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Bonus Smarting! Trusty answers questions sent in by SmartyPants! Email your SmartyQs to - [email protected] Atomic Entertainment / Starglow Media

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How deadly are Avalanches? 17:08

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What causes an Avalanche? How can you survive an Avalanche? Do Avalanches only happen on snowy mountains? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVING their subsc…

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What animal is known as a 'Sea Cow?' 17:01

1M ago17:01

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Where do Manatees live? How much do Manatees eat? Are Manatees very friendly? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVING their subscription! Get official Who Sm…

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Trusty Trivia: MACHU PICCHU!!! 4:01

1M ago4:01

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Welcome to Trusty Trivia! Each Thursday you get to play a Trivia game with the Trusty Narrator! Have fun seeing if you can answer these three questions, Smartypants!By Atomic Entertainment / Starglow Media

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Is Pluribus the BEST New Show on TV?! 31:14

26d ago31:14

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Send us a text Angelo, Rhea, and Jay are back to discuss the premier of TV's biggest event show in ages: Pluribus, a gigantic Sci-Fi show, with a huge budget and Vince Gilligan's name behind it. Does it live up to the hype?! What are some other shows that debuted huge and then fell off the map? Then, the gang turns to Sydney Sweeney's disastrous Os…

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What types of Twins are there? 17:02

1M ago17:02

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What causes Twins to be born? Do identical Twins have the same finger prints? Can Twins read each other's minds? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVING thei…

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Pluribus Broke Our Brains, and Pennywise Is Back for Seconds 1:12:26

24d ago1:12:26

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In this episode, Bruno, Pedro, and Paul dive into two of the strangest TV experiences of the year — Apple TV’s Pluribus and It: Welcome to Derry on Max. From AI nightmares to small-town horrors, the crew breaks down what worked, what didn’t, and why both shows might be saying more about us than we’d like to admit.…

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#419: From Single Mom to 7 Businesses: How to Start Over with God When Life Falls Apart (with Sandy Moll) 47:16

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If you’re searching for the inspiration to keep going when life feels loud and uncertain, this conversation is your reset. Sandy Moll went from a young marriage and single motherhood to a blended family and seven businesses—built on faith, forgiveness, gratitude, and the courage to listen to God in the quiet. In this episode, you’ll hear how Sandy:…