Best Greg Mount Podcasts (2025)

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Sermon Replay: 10.26.25 - Pastor Elisabeth Lectka 22:28

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Ever felt paralyzed by life's storms, afraid to make waves? In Matthew's vivid account of Jesus walking on water, we witness Peter's bold—if imperfect—step of faith. Pastor Elisabeth reveals how this familiar story challenges our tendency to "play it safe" in today's world. Through powerful examples, from Martin Luther's courageous stand to a moder…

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Sermon Replay: 10.26.25: Pastor Greg Wenhold 34:46

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On Reformation Sunday, Pastor Greg takes us on a compelling journey back to 1517, when Martin Luther's personal transformation sparked a movement that still echoes today. Through Luther's struggle with anxiety and doubt, we discover how God's Word and the power of the cross transformed fear into purpose. This timely message challenges us to examine…

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Markets Soar, Metals Sink & Recession Fears Return | Macro Monday 41:34

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In this week’s Macro Mondays James Todd is joined by Ed Hayden-Briffett and Will Cunliffe to unpack another turbulent week across global markets. US equities hit fresh all-time highs as lower-than-expected CPI data fuels optimism - yet the rally is increasingly narrow, driven by speculative tech names with little to no earnings. Meanwhile, recessio…

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A TOWN WITHOUT PITY—Jason Vuic 1:23:56

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In the 1980s, the tiny town of Arcadia, Florida, was “fifty miles and fifty years from Sarasota.” With its cowboy roots, low-wage agricultural industries, and violent frontier history, Arcadia was a curious mix of the desolate ranchlands of West Texas and the stately homes and bitter race relations of the South. In A Town without Pity, award-winnin…

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Karina Rykman: Joy Rides, Bass Lines, and Finding Her Voice Within Improv Vibes - High Sierra Music Festival (Part 3) 40:08

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In this episode of Tales From The Green Room, recorded backstage at the 2025 High Sierra Music Festival, host Dennis Strazulo sits down with hardcore New Yorker and bad-ass bass player, Karina Rykman. Karina shares her experiences growing up in a highly intellectual family, her early start in punk bands at the age of 12, and her journey through var…

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For Our Neighbors: From Naperville to Around the World 33:20

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When most people think about hunger, they picture places far away, but food insecurity exists right here in our community. In this conversation, host Ross Cochran is joined by Mike Havala, President & CEO of Loaves & Fishes, and Jess Schalk, Aurora Site Manager for Feed My Starving Children. They discuss the surprising realities of local hunger, th…

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UK Energy Show Extended: Ed Miliband & The Truth About UK Energy Bills 26:16

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In this special extended edition of the UK Energy Show , Greg Newman and Julian Keites break down Ed Miliband’s recent BBC interview and what it really means for household bills, grid investment, and the future of UK energy. From the rising non-commodity costs buried in your electricity bill to the hidden “tax” of net zero infrastructure, we unpack…

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Sermon Replay: 10.19.25 - Pastor Tara Beth Leach 23:25

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Have you ever felt paralyzed by the storms raging in our world—political division, social upheaval, personal crises? Pastor Tara Beth powerfully unpacks Matthew's account of Jesus walking on water, revealing how fear can divide our minds between faith and chaos. She challenges us to rise above fear-driven responses and embrace Jesus' way of engagin…

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China Cracks, Bank Losses Mount & Recession Risks Rise | Macro Monday 44:11

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In this week’s Macro Mondays, James Brodie is joined by James Todd and Spyridon Kokas as they dive into the most recent market shifts. US regional banks are under pressure, while the broader banking sector now holds over $395 billion in unrealised losses tied to bond and securities markdowns. At the same time, US equities are roaring into year-end,…

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NOIR BY NECESSITY—Mike Gatto 50:54

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Mike Gatto was an up-and-coming young lawmaker when his father was brutally murdered. The act sucked him into the world of noir: wild theories, intransigent detectives, and unimaginable violence. This true crime story reads like a thriller, offering insight into the world of politics and the seedy underbelly of crime investigation in modern Los Ang…

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UK Energy Crisis Explained: Storm Amy, Energy Bills & Net Zero Debate | UK Energy Show 40:53

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Welcome to the first episode of The UK Energy Show — your weekly deep dive into what’s really driving UK energy prices - and what you can do about it. This week: The aftermath of Storm Amy, and how wind and solar affect power prices Why the UK still pays more for electricity than other European countries Energy debates from UK politicians at the En…

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For Our Neighbors: Pastor Tara Beth Leach on the Work of the Church 22:36

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Pastor Tara Beth returns to the podcast to share fresh vision around how we, as a church, can be for our neighbors. Her and host Ross Cochran discuss current challenges for christians to navigate as well as her vision for the kind of church she hopes Good Shepherd will be in the future. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creatin…

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Sermon Replay: 10.12.25 - Max Schiewe 34:53

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Have you ever wondered what makes Jesus the ultimate example of resilience? Max Schiewe reveals how Christ's unwavering pursuit of humanity—from a humble birth in Bethlehem to His sacrificial death—demonstrates divine resilience that transforms our daily struggles. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down a…

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Sermon Replay: 10.12.25 - Pastor Greg Wenhold 30:07

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Pastor Greg Wenhold unveils a profound truth: Jesus Christ stands as history's most resilient figure, offering us a transformative model for facing life's challenges. Through vivid marathon analogies and personal vulnerability about his own family struggles, Pastor Greg illuminates three key pillars of Christ-centered resilience: unwavering connect…

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Silver Soars, Trump Reignites Trade War & Markets Brace for Volatility | Macro Monday 45:20

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In this week’s Macro Mondays, Will Cunliffe is joined by Spyridon Kokas and Harinder Sandhu to break down a high-volatility week in global markets. Silver surged to historic levels, driven by mounting physical supply constraints and intensifying demand from ETF flows. Meanwhile, Donald Trump reignited the US-China trade war, threatening sweeping ne…

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THE LAS VEGAS MASSACRE CONNECTIONS—Mark Gray 1:13:30

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On October 1, 2017, Mary Jo von Tillow’s world changed forever. Her husband, Kurt, was killed in the Route 91 Harvest Festival mass shooting in Las Vegas, the deadliest in U.S. history. In just eleven minutes, her life—and the lives of thousands of others—were shattered. But what followed was more than grief. Out of devastation came unexpected bond…

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Amy Helm – Legacy, Recovery, and the Midnight Ramble - High Sierra Music Festival (Part 3) 40:31

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Fresh from bringing the spirit of the Midnight Ramble to the High Sierra Music Festival stage, Amy Helm sits down with the hosts for a moving and unflinching conversation about family, recovery, and carrying forward a legacy. Recorded backstage among the festival magic, this episode blends raw honesty with deep musical history. Listen to Amy open u…

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Practical Ways to Help Students Navigate Their Mental Health 33:59

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Max Schiewe & Collin Puckett join host Ross Cochran to share perspective from Good Shepherd Students, the ministry they lead. Max and Collin dive into the practical realities of what students need during mental health crises and how all of us can support students and leaders. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to …

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Sermon Replay: 10.5.25 - Pastor Tara Beth 26:53

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Ever feel trapped behind closed doors, paralyzed by fear in an uncertain world? Through a powerful exploration of John 20, Pastor Tara Beth reveals how Jesus transcends our barriers—whether physical or emotional—bringing transformative peace. Drawing parallels between the fearful disciples and our own anxious times, she shares how Christ's resurrec…

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Recession Fears, Rate Cuts & Record Highs: Inside This Week’s Market Chaos | Macro Mondays 36:23

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Every Killer Leaves A Trace - Dennis Carson 50:43

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They blended in. They raised families, held steady jobs, and hid in plain sight. But behind the mask of normalcy, they were monsters—responsible for decades of terror, pain, and death. Every Killer Leaves A Trace is a chilling narrative nonfiction thriller that exposes moments that led to the shocking unmasking and ultimate capture of twenty-six of…

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Throwback Music - Ryan Hammer 18:04

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Now that we've wrapped up our series Throwback, Ryan Hammer returns to the podcast to walk host Ross Cochran through some of the most influential music from the church in the 1980's, 90's, 2000's and 2010's. Enjoy this trip down memory lane! SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the …

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Sermon Replay: 9.28.25 - Max Schiewe 30:55

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What does it mean to love like Jesus in our digitally divided world, one that we saw come into existence in the 2010s? Max Schiewe confronts this challenging question, exploring how Jesus crossed every imaginable boundary—racial, political, religious, and social—to demonstrate true agape love. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to …

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Sermon Replay: 9.28.25 - Elisabeth Lectka 27:50

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What does it mean to love like Jesus in our digitally divided world? Soon-to-be-Pastor Elisabeth confronts this challenging question, exploring how Jesus crossed every imaginable boundary—racial, political, religious, and social—to demonstrate true agape love. Through vivid Gospel stories and contemporary parallels, she reveals how our formation in…

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Trump’s 100% Tariffs, U.S. Shutdown Deadline, Dollar Weakens & Gold Surges | Macro Mondays 32:46

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In this week’s Macro Mondays, James Todd is joined by Spyridon Kokas and Mita Chaturvedi to dissect a turbulent week in markets. President Trump has unveiled plans for sweeping new tariffs, including a 100% tariff on pharmaceutical imports, just as Washington stares down another potential government shutdown at the October 1st deadline. The Dollar …

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25 FROZEN, 1 THAWED—Bob Cyphers 1:07:41

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25 Frozen, 1 Thawed: Murder and Mayhem in the Midwest takes readers deep into the heart of unsolved mysteries and chilling crimes that have haunted communities across the Midwest. From small towns shattered by sudden disappearances to cities rocked by violent acts, each chapter brings a different story—twenty-five cases left frozen in time, still w…

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Getting Connected to the Disability Community 34:09

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Jen Fosdick, Ian Zamora, and Laura Jean "LJ" Martin join host Ross Cochran to offer a deep dive into the Disability Ministry at Good Shepherd, and some of the broader conversations impacting the disability community in Naperville. They share their experiences and perspectives with host Ross Cochran. They also offer insight into why this is communit…

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Sermon Replay: 9.21.25 - Pastor Tara Beth Leach 32:41

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Ever feel trapped behind closed doors, paralyzed by fear in an uncertain world? Through a powerful exploration of John 20, Pastor Tara Beth reveals how Jesus transcends our barriers—whether physical or emotional—bringing transformative peace. Drawing parallels between the fearful disciples and our own anxious times, she shares how Christ's resurrec…

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Sermon Replay: 9.21.25 - Ryan Hammer 29:18

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Have you ever felt paralyzed by fear in an uncertain world? In a powerful exploration of faith versus fear, Ryan Hammer draws us into the disciples' locked room on that first Easter evening—where the risen Christ miraculously appears with words of peace. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive dee…

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GREG SCARPA, LEGENDARY EVIL—Jonathan Dyer 1:13:30

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Goodfellow, capo, killer, thief. A man so diabolically evil that he ordered his eldest son to murder his closest associate, and his youngest son to murder his best friend. When Greg Scarpa was in his early twenties he became a goodfellow in the Profaci family by swearing a blood oath to the Mafia, at the time the country’s largest organized-crime s…

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Chaparelle - "Eroticana": Finding a Lane, Creating a World - High Sierra Music Festival (Part 2) 28:18

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In this episode of Tales From the Green Room, the hosts welcome Chaparelle, the Texas-based pop, folk and classic-country band created by Zella Day, Jesse Woods, and Beau Bedford. The trio discuss their unique musical lane, inspired by a blend of romance, personal experiences, and a mutual affinity for original music, which has earned them a dedica…

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For Our Neighbors: Elisabeth Lectka on the Mental Health of Our Kids and Students 32:13

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Elisabeth Lectka leads our ministry to families and returned to the podcast to share her experience connecting with kids and students, and their families, during mental health challenges. Elisabeth emphasized to host Ross Cochran about the power of relationships around our mental health, and how we can often make helping those who need help more co…

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Sermon Replay: 9.14.25 - Pastor Pamela Palmer 29:00

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Have you ever felt the weight of cynicism creeping into your faith? In this message, Pastor Pamela explores how God's transformative grace counters the rising tide of skepticism that took root in the 1990s and persists today. Through Ephesians 2:4-10, she reveals how God's unchanging grace offers hope when disappointment and distrust threaten to ov…

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Sermon Replay: 9.14.25 - Pastor Greg Wenhold 31:32

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Have you ever wondered how the seeds planted in the 1990s shaped our world today? Pastor Greg shares a powerful reflection on navigating our chaotic times through the lens of that pivotal decade. From the rise of the internet to global conflicts, he reveals how these cultural shifts mirror our current struggles—and points to an unchanging truth: Je…

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UTD Scuba Diving Podcast #111 - The ingredients of a good diver. Do you have what it takes? 1:26:11

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Send us a text Join Ben Bos and James Mott in this episode of the UTD Scubadiving podcast, where they discuss the ingredients of a good diver and how the UTD 10 covenants help keep you on the straight and narrow when you develop yourself as a diver. For context, here you can read them for yourself. https://utdscubadiving.com/utds-10-covenants/ Also…

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THE MURDER OF DEBBIE GAMA—Justin Dombrowski 1:12:03

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The murder that still haunts a Pennsylvania city. On the morning of August 8, 1975, sixteen-year-old Debbie Gama disappeared after leaving her home in Erie, only to be found raped and strangled days later in a creek nearly thirty miles from her home. What followed was an investigation that lacked suspects or even evidence pointing to a viable suspe…

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Naperville Mayor Scott Wehrli on Faith, Mental Health, and Our Kids 33:50

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Naperville Mayor Scott Wehrli joined host Ross Cochran for an honest and uplifting conversation all about the people that make up the city of Naperville. Mayor Wehrli shared about his own faith journey as well as how organizations like Good Shepherd church can support the wellbeing of our community. This conversation also focused on mental health, …

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Sermon Replay: September 7th, 2025 - Pastor Greg Wenhold 28:48

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Have you ever felt disconnected, drifting in a culture of individualism and materialism? Pastor Greg explores Jesus' powerful metaphor of the True Vine, revealing how our connection to Christ is the antidote to society's isolating forces. Through a fascinating look at the 1980s—from the rise of personal computers to transformative moments like "We …

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Sermon Replay: September 7th, 2025 - Pastor Glen Wagner 36:49

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Glen Wagner was able to join Good Shepherd, where he pastored for several years, as we kickoff a new teaching series, Throwback. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encount…

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Andy Frasco's Evolution & Festival Tales - High Sierra Music Festival (Part 1) 29:09

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Fresh off a wild set at the legendary High Sierra Music Festival, Andy Frasco - bandleader, podcaster, and all-around force of nature - kicks back with the hosts for a candid, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation recorded right on the Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds. Andy opens up about: The magic of High Sierra and why community and family matte…

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31 MURDERS-—Alvin A.J. Esau 1:00:38

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Many decades before Ted Bundy roamed the country there was serial killer Earle Nelson. During the 1920s, this geographically mobile killer went from city to city. His modus operandi involved getting into a house by pretending to be a person looking for a room to rent or inspecting a house that was for sale, and then strangling the landlady, often f…

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Faith in the 2000's and 2010's- Elisabeth Lectka 26:29

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Elisabeth Lectka returned to the podcast to walk through some of the key moments we saw in the church and in the culture during the 2000's and 2010's. She and host Ross Cochran also discuss finding peace in the mystery of God. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conver…