Best Jim Baxter Podcasts (2025)

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Jim Lovell, Biddy Baxter, Razia Jan, Iris Williams 27:53

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Matthew Bannister on Jim Lovell, the astronaut who commanded the ill-fated Apollo 13 mission. Biddy Baxter, the editor who left an indelible stamp on the children’s TV show Blue Peter. Sarah Greene pays tribute. Razia Jan, the Afghan/American who founded a school for girls in Afghanistan after 9/11. Iris Williams, the Welsh born singer whose career…

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Advice Line with Jamie Siminoff of Ring (August 2024) 51:54

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Ring founder Jamie Siminoff joins Guy on the Advice Line, where they answer questions from three founders about balancing short- and long-term goals. Today, we meet Vico, an industrial designer in southern California who's launching a crowdfunding campaign for his patented ergonomic desk. Then Iyin, a Baltimore-based product specialist seeking to b…

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727 Earthly Paradise in Old French Verse (with Jacob Abell) | My Last Book with Victorian Literature Expert Allen MacDuffie | A Dueling Neapolitan Passionate for Poetry 1:04:12

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What happened to Eden? While today we might view the story of Adam and Eve as metaphorical, for many generations of Christians, the Earthly Paradise was a vibrant symbol at the heart of the cosmos. In this episode, Jacke talks to Jacob Abell about his book Spiritual and Material Boundaries in Old French Verse: Contemplating the Walls of the Earthly…

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#672: The Baxters: Season 1: Episode 10: A Guide to Guilt [Podcast] - Audio 35:13

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Today on the show, I share my review of "The Baxters" Season 1, Episode 10: "A Guide to Guilt." In this season finale, we see Keri grappling with immense tragedy as she welcomes her new baby into the world. Meanwhile, Ashley begins to confront the feelings she has been afraid to face, Luke reaches a turning point in his relationship, and Dirk lets …

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#102: Demand for paid protesters SKYROCKETS in response to Trump [CW Podcast] - Audio 44:29

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News for the week of August 18:• Demand for paid protesters SKYROCKETS in response to Trump (1:50)• Dems' entire "crime is down" narrative is a LIE. The. Stats. Are. FAKE. (11:52)• Why these viral Christian teens believe Gen Z is ‘The Chosen Generation’ (20:26)• Is Biblical Manhood Toxic Masculinity?! | Live Free with Josh Howerton (27:06)• Carolin…

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Terence Stamp - actor 12:08

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Once hailed as the “world’s best-looking man” - Terence Stamp was a striking presence who embodied the glamour of the swinging sixties, and went on to reinvent himself as one of cinema’s great villains. Charismatic, enigmatic, and forever restless, he was an actor of dazzling contradictions - never quite what the world expected him to be. Hosted on…

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Madison Reed: Amy Errett 1:18:07

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Amy Errett had a successful career in finance and venture capital before taking a leap into an entirely new business: hair color. When her wife complained about the indignities of coloring her hair at home, Amy realized the sector was ripe for a makeover. At age 56, she dove into the minutiae of dyes and developers, launching her own formula in 201…

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726 England vs France - A Literary Battle Royale (with Mike Palindrome) - RECLAIMED 1:03:36

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“Our dear enemies,” a French writer once called the English. Englishman John Cleese called the French “our natural enemies” and joked “if we have to fight anyone, I say let’s fight the French.” With the exception of some (very important) twentieth-century alliances, the French and the English have been at each others’ throats for a thousand years. …

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God Punishes The Philistines [Sunday Sermon] - Audio 38:26

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Sunday, August 3, 2025Holland Gospel ChapelHolland, MIBy Andrew Gommesen

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Biddy Baxter - The brains behind Blue Peter 12:51

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She turned yoghurt pots into treasure, pets into celebrities, and treated her young audience as valued "customers". For 26 years, Biddy Baxter was the driving force behind Blue Peter, transforming it into the cleverest show on children's television and attracting audiences of up to 12 million. Image: Getty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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#93: Decision Intelligence and AI with Frederic Laluyaux of Aera Technology 39:16

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*Hosted by Andrei Palamariu* What if machines, not people, were making your company’s most critical supply chain decisions? In this episode, I interviewed Frederic Laluyaux, President and CEO of Aera Technology, to unpack how decision intelligence is reshaping enterprise operations. Frederic shares why he left SAP and Anaplan to pioneer agentic AI …

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725 The Trial by Franz Kafka (#21 GBOAT) | Edith Wharton and Patrick O'Brian (with Olivia Wolfgang-Smith) | An Uplifting Story 1:18:40

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Jacke starts the episode with an uplifting story, then submerges himself into chaos and absurdity for a look at The Trial by Franz Kafka, which lands at #21 on the list of Greatest Books of All Time. Then he welcomes novelist Olivia Wolfgang-Smith to the show for a discussion of her admiration for Edith Wharton, her passion for the works of Patrick…

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#671: Jesse Oosterhouse: Welding 4 Him [Podcast] - Audio 42:58

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Today on the show, I share my interview with my new friend, Jesse Oosterhouse!!! He shares his testimony and tells us about his unique job teaching welding in a local prison, as well as the ministry opportunities it provides. As you listen, I hope you recognize that God can use you wherever you are and in whatever vocation you find yourself. We are…

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Exclusive Update: The Chef Who Shocked the Culinary World and Why He’s Changing Course Again—Daniel Humm of Eleven Madison Park 43:08

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In 2021, Daniel Humm shook up the dining world by making his 3-Michelin-star restaurant, Eleven Madison Park, 100% plant-based. No meat. No butter. No cream. It was a first in fine dining, igniting global headlines, industry backlash, and endless debate. Now, in an exclusive podcast conversation with Guy Raz, Daniel shares his next bold decision—he…

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#101: BREAKING: Apollo 13 commander Jim Lovell, Dead at 97 [CW Podcast] - Audio 38:19

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News for the week of August 11:• BREAKING: Apollo 13 commander Jim Lovell, Dead at 97 (1:30)• "Progressive" Christians just might be the absolute worst.(8:46)• Accusing Trump of “hating people of color” for enforcing immigration laws isn’t justice (16:48)• Georgia mom arrested after son was reported walking alone (26:19)…

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Jim Lovell - Apollo 13 commander 11:49

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Jim Lovell was the cool-headed astronaut who became one of the first men to orbit the moon, and later commanded the Apollo 13 mission - famously telling mission control, “Houston, we’ve had a problem.” In the days that followed, his skill and leadership helped bring the crew safely home, turning what could have been a disaster into one of NASA’s gr…

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Crumbl: Jason McGowan 1:04:34

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Crumbl may be a cookie business – but Jason McGowan turned it into a fast-growing restaurant chain by building it like a tech startup. He and co-founder Sawyer Hemsley meticulously A/B tested the recipe, launched a delivery app early on, and went viral with weekly drops of wild new flavors like bubblegum and Almost Everything Bagel. In just eight y…

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724 The Stranger by Albert Camus (#22 Greatest Book of All Time) | Christopher Isherwood (with Jake Poller) | Postcard from a Listener in Yunnan 1:01:38

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Put on your black turtleneck! Jacke starts the episode with a look at #22 on the list of The Greatest Books of All Time, The Stranger by Albert Camus. Then he talks to Jake Poller about British and American novelist and playwright Christopher Isherwood, whose Goodbye to Berlin was adapted into the stage musical and movie Cabaret. In discussing his …

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Dame Stella Rimington, Sylvia Young, Sir Jamie McGrigor, Joan Anderson 27:51

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Matthew Bannister on Dame Stella Rimington, the first woman to be Director General of MI5, who made the service more open and accountable. Sylvia Young, whose drama school turned out countless stars of stage, screen and music. Sir Jamie McGrigor, the Conservative Member of the Scottish Parliament for the Highlands and Islands, who introduced a bill…

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Advice Line with Mei Xu of Chesapeake Bay Candle and Blueme 41:48

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Chesapeake Bay Candle and Blueme founder Mei Xu joins Guy on the Advice Line to answer questions from three early-stage founders. Plus, Mei shares the importance of businesses meeting people everywhere they shop. First, Sasha, who started a gourmet pot pie company in Brooklyn, New York, asks how to find the right co-founder who can do the things sh…

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723 The Moral Rights of Authors (with Mira T Sundara Rajan) | My Last Book with Radha Vatsal 1:16:28

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As technology advances, the ability of authors and artists to prevent their works from being pirated or misused has become urgent. In this episode, Jacke talks to copyright expert Mira T. Sundara Rajan (The Moral Rights of Authors and Artists: From the Birth of Copyright to the Age of Artificial Intelligence) about the history of copyright law, the…

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#670: Speaking The Truth in Love Part 1 [Podcast] - Audio 43:19

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Today on the show, I am starting a new series titled "Speaking the Truth in Love." This series is inspired by a set of short videos featuring Jim Daly, the president of Focus on the Family, and Dr. Rosaria Butterfield. In this series, I will explore what it means to stand firm on the truth of God's Word while also embodying grace, mercy, and compas…

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Dame Stella Rimington - first female head of MI5 12:45

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As the first female head of MI5 and the first chief to be publicly identified, Stella Rimington, brought freshness and innovation to MI5 and a much-needed openness during her time as director-general. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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#100: NEW: San Jose State athletic director abruptly ends interview over Trump investigation [CW Podcast] - Audio 43:49

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News for the week of August 4:• NEW: San Jose State athletic director abruptly ends interview over Trump investigation (1:51)• Biden accuses Trump of working to 'erase fairness, equality, justice' (13:02)• What God says is important (26:52)• Celebration of 100 episodes of Couture Watch (33:58)By Andrew Gommesen

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Simon Cowell: Music Mogul 1:08:20

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Long before he became famous as the sharp-tongued TV personality who launched the careers of pop stars, Simon Cowell was a rebellious teenager who dropped out of school and started his career in the mailroom at EMI. After a failed business left him nearly bankrupt, he found success by zigging where others zagged—initially by selling hit records bas…

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722 Kerouac's Road - A Conversation with Ebs Burnough, Director of a New Kerouac Documentary | My Last Book with Beat Generation Expert Steven Belletto 1:03:15

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Since its publication in 1957, Jack Kerouac's iconic novel On the Road has inspired millions to head for the highways and live life to its fullest. In this episode, Jacke talks to filmmaker Ebs Burnough about his new documentary Kerouac's Road: The Beat of a Nation, which interweaves stories of modern-day travelers with those influenced by or conne…

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Allan Ahlberg - Children's Author 8:09

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Allan Ahlberg was the beloved children’s author of Peepo! and The Jolly Postman. Capturing the everyday magic of childhood with his illustrator wife Janet, he wrote over 150 books. We remember the teacher-turned-writer whose work shaped generations of young readers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Dame Cleo Laine, Hulk Hogan, Margaret Boden, Tom Lehrer 27:46

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Matthew Bannister on Dame Cleo Laine, whose glorious voice was equally at home singing jazz, pop and classical music. Her daughter Jacqui Dankworth shares her memories. Hulk Hogan, who spearheaded the transformation of American wrestling from niche activity to global phenomenon. Professor Margaret Boden, whose expertise in cognitive science helped …

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Advice Line with Isaac Larian of MGA Entertainment 42:50

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Isaac Larian is the founder of MGA Entertainment, the company behind Bratz and LOL Surprise dolls. This week, he joins Guy on Advice Line to answer questions from three early-stage entrepreneurs. Plus, Isaac talks about the effects of tariffs on the toy industry. First, we meet Meghan from Nashville, who finds that the customer for her educational …

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721 Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert (The #23 Greatest Book of All Time) 1:28:14

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Jacke continues his journey through the list of the 25 Greatest Books of All Time with a look at Flaubert's "perfect novel," Madame Bovary (1856-57). Telling the story of the bored wife of a provincial doctor who enters into a series of infidelities, Flaubert's debut caused an immediate sensation - and changed the way we've come to view both novels…

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#669: Karate Kid Legends (2025) [Podcast] - Audio 32:06

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Today on the show, I share my review of the new film "Karate Kid Legends," featuring Ben Wang, Jackie Chan, Sadie Stanley, Joshua Jackson, Ming-Na Wen, and Ralph Macchio!Listen to my thoughts, then be sure to watch this film and enjoy it with your family and friends!By Andrew Gommesen

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Margot Friedländer - Holocaust survivor 9:41

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In January 1943, 21-year-old Margot Friedländer returned to her home in Berlin to find her family gone – her 17-year-old brother had been arrested by the Gestapo, and her mother had turned herself in to the authorities to be with him. She left Margot a note with just five words, urging her to "try to make your life." After 15 months in hiding, Marg…

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#99: ‘Strong warning’ from Bondi causes blue city to DROP sanctuary policies [CW Podcast] - Audio 35:28

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News for the week of July 28:• ‘Strong warning’ from Bondi causes blue city to DROP sanctuary policies (1:26)• The Cosby Show' star dead at 54: Report (9:29)• Is your pastor getting more "political," or have politics gotten more theological? (16:25)• Camp Mystic teen escapes Texas floods and rewrites Hallelujah (23:10)• Martha Washington & the Camp…

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Torchy's Tacos: Mike Rypka 1:24:33

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Long before founding Torchy’s Tacos, Mike Rypka was a troubled teenager trying to outrun his own self-destruction. Growing up around addiction and falling into heavy drug use himself, Mike’s future looked bleak—until he got clean and found refuge in kitchens. Cooking gave him structure, purpose, and eventually, a career. After years working in rest…

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720 The 25 Greatest Books of All Time - #24 "The Odyssey" by Homer | The Conclusion to F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz" (with Mike Palindrome) 1:23:43

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Jacke continues his analysis of "The 25 Greatest Books of All Time" by a special look at Homer's Odyssey. Then Mike Palindrome, the president of the Literature Supporters Club, joins Jacke for a discussion of the second half of F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1922 story, "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz," in which a young midwesterner travels to a secluded Mo…

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Hulk Hogan - WWE Superstar 15:31

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Hulk Hogan helped turn wrestling into a global spectacle. Known for his flamboyant physique, yellow moustache and trademark bandana, he was one of WWE’s most iconic stars. But the story of Terry Bollea, the man behind the persona, was every bit as fascinating as the one he performed in the ring. Image: Getty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f…

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The Capture of The Ark [Sunday Sermon] - Audio 40:28

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Sunday, July 13, 2025Holland Gospel ChapelHolland, MIBy Andrew Gommesen

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Ozzy Osbourne, Connie Francis, Jacqui Browne, Douglas Chamberlain 27:51

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Matthew Bannister on Ozzy Osbourne, the Black Sabbath lead singer known for his outrageous antics, many while under the influence of drugs and alcohol. Jacqui Browne, the Thalidomide survivor who campaigned for the rights of disabled people in Ireland. Professor Douglas Chamberlain, the cardiologist who pioneered the use of defibrillators by ambula…

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Advice Line with Troy Carter of Atom Factory 43:28

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Former manager of Lady Gaga and Atom Factory founder Troy Carter joins Guy on the Advice Line, where they answer questions from three early-stage entrepreneurs. Plus, Troy’s advice for reaching new audiences when digital ads struggle to perform. First we meet Madelyn in Arizona, who’s trying to grow her postpartum frozen meal delivery service while…

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719 "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz" by F Scott Fitzgerald (with Mike Palindrome) | 25 for 25 - #25 The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck 1:51:49

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In June of 1922, the twenty-five-year-old wunderkind F. Scott Fitzgerald published "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz," an incredible story of fabulously wealthy people living a secret life in remote Montana. Later that month, he began composing his most famous work, The Great Gatsby. In this episode, Jacke and Mike read and discuss this early Fitzger…

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#668: 5 Podcasts That Are Blessing Me in 2025 [Podcast] - Audio 33:13

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On today's show, I share five podcasts that are blessing me in 2025! 1. **Abortion Recovery for Christian Women** hosted by Brittany Poppe 2. **Smart Money Happy Hour** with Rachel Cruze and George Kamel 3. **Curious Kids Every Day** with Josh Taylor 4. **Kankelfritz & Friends Podcast** 5. **M is for Momma Podcast** Listen and enjoy! Don't forget t…