Best Joshua Glenn Podcasts (2025)

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Magawa: The Hero Rat 11:45

9h ago11:45

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In 60 countries across six continents, millions of people live in constant fear of landmines. There are many tactics to remove these explosives, but the most fascinating is using mine sniffing rats. And one of the greatest of those rats is Magawa. Sources https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-59951255 https://apopo.org/latest/in-loving-memory-of-maga…

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SmallTalk: ArchitecTorah: Architectural Ideas on the Torah (with Joshua Skarf) 19:28

1d ago19:28

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#367 > To purchase "ArchitcTorah: Architectural Ideas in Judaism and the Weekly Torah Portion: https://amzn.to/4eiDzRp > Visit the ArchitecTorah website: https://www.architectorah.com/ > To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK > To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp status: https://wa.me/message…

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Book of Kells 17:45

1d ago17:45

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Around 800 AD, monks in Scotland and Ireland created a book containing the four gospels. But the book was more than just the religious texts. It was filled with intricate artwork, including full page illustrations, vivid colors, and elaborate Celtic knotwork. Today it is recognized as a masterpiece of Insular illumination and script. This is the st…

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Season 2: Episode 26: Talking High Performance Rimfires with Scott Volquartsen 28:28

2d ago28:28

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Enjoy plinking or are you more of a competition type? This week on Connecting with Conservation we talk with Scott Volquartsen, the owner and innovator of high-end accessories and upgrades for your favorite rimfire calibers. Give it a listen!By jgassett

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How To Win Every Battle as a Child of God - Ps Joshua Bagg 41:38

2d ago41:38

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How To Win Every Battle as a Child of God - Ps Joshua Bagg by The Bay CFCBy The Bay CFC

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The Household of Faith - Ps Joshua Bagg 36:19

2d ago36:19

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The Household of Faith - Ps Joshua Bagg by The Bay CFCBy The Bay CFC

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Disco Demolition Night 15:26

2d ago15:26

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In the summer of 1979, Major League Baseball's Chicago White Sox had a fantastically dumb idea. Sell cheap tickets if fans brought a disco record. The vinyl would then be all blow up. While it sounds dumb, it got far worse as this publicity stunt turned into a riot. Sources https://www.chicagohistory.org/disco-demolition-night/; https://www.bbc.com…

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Charles Gordon and the Siege of Khartoum 21:48

3d ago21:48

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From March 13, 1884, to January 26, 1885, the city of Khartoum, Sudan, was surrounded by insurgents bent on establishing an Islamic state. For 10 months, 7,000 Egyptian troops and 30,000 civilians - under the command of Major General Charles Gordon - an Englishman - held out - hoping for relief troops to arrive. This is the story of Charles Gordon …

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Akeidas Yitzchak of Rabbi Yitzchak Arama (1420 - 1494) (with Ziv Elul) 43:57

4d ago43:57

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#366 > Episode sponsored by American Intifada: Israel, the Gaza War and the New Antisemitism. To purchase the new book: https://amzn.to/4e6V5bh > To purchase the Hebrew new biography: https://ozvehadar.us/baal-haakedah-Biography/ > To purchase Sarah Heller-Wilensky's book about the Philosophy of Rabbi Yitzchak Arama: https://www.bialik-publishing.c…

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Great Molasses Flood 11:39

6d ago11:39

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In January of 1919, a tank containing millions of gallons of molasses burst in the north end neighborhood of Boston. The resulting flood claimed over 20 lives, millions of dollars in damage, and took months to clean up. This is the story of the Great Molasses Flood of Boston. Sources https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Molasses_Flood https://www.bo…

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Iron Brigade 15:13

7d ago15:13

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The Iron Brigade is the story of one of the finest fighting forces in United States history. Made up of 'western men' from Wisconsin, Indiana and Michigan, the brigade would sustain the highest casualty rate of any unit in the American Civil War. Sources "The Iron Brigade, A Military History" by Alan T. Nolan https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Brig…

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SmallTalk: Tefillah B'Btzibbur B'Halacha (with R' Shimon Szimonowitz) 34:16

8d ago34:16

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#365 > To purchase "Tefillah B'Tzibbur B'Halacha": https://alehzayis.com/product/%d7%90%d7%94%d7%9c-%d7%a9%d7%9c%d7%95%d7%9d/ > To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK > To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp status: https://wa.me/message/TI343XQHHMHPN1 > To support the podcast or to sponsor an e…

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When the Creator of Sherlock Holmes Saved a Man from Prison 13:45

8d ago13:45

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In 1903, George Edalji was falsely accused of maiming several animals, and sentenced to seven years in prison. However, the creator of Sherlock Holmes, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, would take up the case, and exonerate an innocent man. Sources "The Man Who Would Be Sherlock: The Real Life Adventures of Arthur Conan Doyle" by Christopher Sandford Image: …

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Season 2: Episode 25: Hornady's Commitment to Conservation with Seth Swerczek 31:10

9d ago31:10

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Did you know that Hornady is one of the largest U.S. based manufacturer of hunting products? Today on Connecting with Conservation we talk with Hornady's Marketing Communications Manager Seth Swerczek about their commitment to wildlife conservation funded thru the federal excise tax.By jgassett

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The Goat Who Sailed Around the World - Twice 11:11

9d ago11:11

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In July of 1771, famed naval explorer Captain James Cook returned to England after circumnavigating the world. And he had great praise and admiration for one of his crew - who had completed a second circling of the world. That crew member was a goat - who is only known to history as the Well-Traveled Goat. This is her story. Sources https://en.wiki…

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Honour A Vital Kingdom Key - Ps Danny Carmichael-Green 47:39

10d ago47:39

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The Revival Of Faith Part 2 - Ap Allan Bagg 49:10

10d ago49:10

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The Revival Of Faith Part 2 - Ap Allan Bagg by The Bay CFCBy The Bay CFC

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Sicilian Expedition 27:18

10d ago27:18

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In 415 BC, the city state of Athens would embark on a campaign to conquer the island of Sicily. However, a series of decisions would turn this idea from bad, to worse, to one of the worst disasters in military history. This is the story of the Sicilian Expedition. Sources "The Peace of Nicias and the Sicilian Expedition" By Donald Kagan https://en.…

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Speaking to an Empty Shul: Covid Derashos (with Rabbi Yehuda Halpert) 53:00

11d ago53:00

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#364 > To purchase "Speaking to an Empty Shul: https://amzn.to/45LmzB0 or via the publisher with 15% off with code CHATTER: https://mosaicapress.com/product/speaking-to-an-empty-shul/?srsltid=AfmBOor4YTeGw7xtCG6fN5fJ-O68vYjXVFr5PwtgjSFUW9GhT8b9BccG?sld=seforimchatter > To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2Cj…

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Doctor Samuel Mudd 19:51

13d ago19:51

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In the early morning hours of April 15, 1865, Dr. Samuel Mudd had a man come to his home with a fractured fibula. Mudd set the man’s injury. That man was John Wilkes Booth - the assassin of President Abraham Lincoln. Mudd would claim not to have known Booth - or have been a part of the assassination plot. He said he was just a doctor doing his job.…

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Kemper Rebellion of 1804 14:04

14d ago14:04

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In 1804, in the bayous of modern day Louisiana, three brothers would embark on a campaign of burning and pillaging against the Spanish government. They did this out of spite - and the desire to declare a republic. Sources "Republic of Scoundrels" by Jane Plummer, the chapter 'The Troubled Trio' History Dispatches is part of the Airwave Media Networ…

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SmallTalk: Adirei Hatorah - A new compilation of Divrei Torah on the Parsha (with R' Aryeh Ganz) 24:31

15d ago24:31

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#363 > To purchase Adirei Hatorah: https://alehzayis.com/product/%D7%90%D7%93%D7%99%D7%A8%D7%99-%D7%94%D7%AA%D7%95%D7%A8%D7%94-%D7%91-%D7%9B%D7%A8%D7%9B%D7%99%D7%9D/ > Podcast number: 732-401-3993 > To recieve podcast daily or to buy seforim [email protected] To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9…

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Heist of the Stone of Scone 26:32

15d ago26:32

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On December 25, 1950, in the early morning hours, four Scottish students from the University of Glasgow broke into Westminster Abbey in London and removed the Stone of Scone - a symbol of Scottish nationhood and independence - which had been taken by England’s King Edward 650 years earlier. This is the story of the Heist of the Stone of Scone. Sour…

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Season 2: Episode 24: Beth Shimanski, Vice President of Marketing with Savage Arms Inc. 32:48

16d ago32:48

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Today on Connecting with Conservation, we talk with a major excise tax payer in the conservation arena. Beth Shimanski of Savage Arms, Inc. talks about some of the unique aspects of their business model. Give it a listen!By jgassett

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Stone of Scone 13:24

16d ago13:24

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From the mid 800s until 1296, a 300 pound block of sandstone would be where every Scottish monarch was crowned. But after it was stolen by the British, this nondescript piece of rock would go on to have a remarkable journey. This is the story of the Stone of Scone. Sources https://www.britannica.com/topic/Stone-of-Scone https://en.wikipedia.org/wik…

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The Revival Of Faith Part 1 - Ap Allan Bagg 50:15

17d ago50:15

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Great Smog of London 15:19

17d ago15:19

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On Dec. 5, 1952, a thick layer of smog settled over the city of London - which was not an unusual thing. But due to cold weather, windless conditions and collected airborne pollutants - this fog remained until Dec. 9. The result was England’s worst Air Pollution disaster ever - with more than 10,000 people dying from respiratory issues. This is the…

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The Adventures of Tintin (2011) 1:52:37

18d ago1:52:37

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Blistering barnacles - it’s time to open the book (or comic album) on Tintin and tackle the crab with the golden claws, discover the secret of the unicorn and find Red Rackham’s treasure. Barry Levitt re-joins the pod after a brief break from Amblin animation and together we piece together the whole story: the complicated history of Tintin creator …

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AuctionChatter: Kestenbaum & Company Auction 112 (with R' Moshe Maimon) 1:10:01

19d ago1:10:01

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#362 > Sponsored by Kestenbaum & Company > To peruse the catalogue and bid on items at the upcoming Kestenbaum auction 112, Thursday, June 12 tat 1PM EST: https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/catalog/auction/kestenbaum/60291/1?lang=en To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK > To join the SeforimChatter…

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Battle of Karánsebes: When the Austrian Army Attacked Itself 10:19

20d ago10:19

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In late 1788, an Austrian army on the march came across some people selling large quantities of alcohol. When the cavalry started buying the liquor, the infantry wanted in on the action. But some people don’t like to share, and when shots were fired, the melee descended into one of the worst friendly fire incidents in history. This is the story of …

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The Teddy Bear 17:17

21d ago17:17

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Teddy bears are cute and cuddly. Children cling to them for comfort. They have inspired countless books and stories and songs. They are the backbone of a $12 billion industry. Most of us probably know the Teddy Bear is named after a beloved US President - but beyond that - what do we really know? This is the story of the Teddy Bear. Sources https:/…

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Season 2: Episode 23: Executive Director Ryan Brown talks about Virginia Wildlife. 36:52

22d ago36:52

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Today on Connecting with Conservation we discuss all that Virginia has to offer in the form of wildlife-associated outdoor recreation. Ryan Brown, Executive Director of the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources joins us to talk bears, elk, and other iconic Virginia species. Give it a listen!By jgassett

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The Baal Shem Tov: Episode 2 (with Prof. Glenn Dynner) 1:06:52

22d ago1:06:52

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#361 > Sponsored by Zalmie Jacobs in memory of his grandfather Reb Yaakov Katz ben Shneur Zalman Hakohen Z’L and Zalmie’s mother Chaya Golda bas Yaakov Hakohen and Liba Katz, all of whom were intrigued by and curious about the Baal Shem Tov and his progeny. > To purchase "Founder of Hasidism: The Quest for the Historical Baal Shem Tov": https://amz…

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The Denver Spiderman 24:33

22d ago24:33

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Steve Silverman from the Useless Information Podcast joins us to tell the story of a gruesome and unusual murder. In Denver, Colorado, 1941, a man was found murdered in his own home. The weird part - all the doors and windows were locked from the inside. The question - how was the killer able to make his getaway. This is the story of the Denver Spi…

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Halifax Explosion 16:59

23d ago16:59

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On Dec. 6, 1917, the French cargo ship SS Mont-Blanc collided with a Norwegian vessel in the harbor of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. The Mont-Blanc, loaded with high explosives, caught fire and exploded, devastating the Richmond district of Halifax. Nearly 1800 people were killed, and 9,000 injured. The blast was the largest human-made explosion at…

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Victory after Victory! - Ps Glenn Schroeder 37:51

24d ago37:51

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A Significant Touch - Ps Glenn Schroeder 38:07

24d ago38:07

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A Significant Touch - Ps Glenn Schroeder by The Bay CFCBy The Bay CFC

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The Liberty Bell 14:41

24d ago14:41

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The Liberty Bell is one of the most iconic pieces of American symbolism. Despite a crack that has rendered it useless for over a century, it still represents American liberty and freedom. But why? This is the story of the Liberty Bell. Sources National Park Service - https://www.nps.gov/inde/learn/historyculture/stories-libertybell.htm US History.o…

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The Baal Shem Tov: Episode 1 (with Prof. Glenn Dynner) 53:55

25d ago53:55

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#360 > Sponsored by Zalmie Jacobs in memory of his grandfather Reb Yaakov Katz ben Shneur Zalman Hakohen Z’L and Zalmie’s mother Chaya Golda bas Yaakov Hakohen and Liba Katz, all of whom were intrigued by and curious about the Baal Shem Tov and his progeny. > To purchase "Founder of Hasidism: The Quest for the Historical Baal Shem Tov": https://amz…

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Robert Emmet and the Speech from the Dock 18:10

27d ago18:10

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On September 19, 1803, Irishman Robert Emmet was convicted of treason for his role in a failed uprising earlier that year. Accordingly, Emmet was executed - another in a long line of Irish rebels. Except Robert Emmet did one thing that would bring him lasting fame. At his trial, he gave an impassioned speech - one of the finest - that would inspire…

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Theft of the Mona Lisa 15:17

28d ago15:17

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In 1911, a man disguised as a maintenance worked walked into the Louvre right before it opened. He proceeded to steal the Mona Lisa, and go uncaught for two years. The theft turned the painting from well-known, to the most famous work of art in history. This is the story of the theft of the Mona Lisa. Sources "The Thefts of the Mona Lisa" by Noah C…

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SmallTalk: A Mysterious Guest for Dinner and other Aggados (with Rabbi Dr. Moshe Sokol) 23:37

29d ago23:37

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#359 >To purchase "A Mysterious Guest for Dinner": https://amzn.to/3F9DIJV > To purchase "The Snake at the Mouth of the Cave": https://amzn.to/4dJgMhz > To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK > To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode follow this link: https://seforimchatter.com/suppor…

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Sinking of the USS Indianapolis 18:34

29d ago18:34

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On June 30, 1945, the USS Indianapolis was returning from a secret mission - the delivery of the nuclear bomb that would ultimately be dropped on Hiroshima. In the early morning hours the cruiser was struck by two torpedoes. The ship sank in 12 minutes. Nearly 1200 men went into the ocean. Only 316 came out alive. This is the story of the sinking o…

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Season 2: Episode 22: World and National Champion USPSA Competitor Julie Golob 29:40

1M ago29:40

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Today we speak with a USPSA National and World Champion competitor, veteran, coach, author, chef, and mom. Julie Golob is all of these and more. Hear her talk about her favorite outdoor pursuits that also help support wildlife conservation. Give it a listen!By jgassett

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Pony Express 14:50

1M ago14:50

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Before 1860 to send a letter from the east to west coast would take months. However, in April of 1860 the Pony Express was created, and riders on horseback could cross the American frontier in just 10 days. This extreme feat would become ever enshrined in the American West. This is the story of the Pony Express. Sources "The Saga of the Pony Expres…

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Equipped For The Ministry Of Reconciliation - Ap Allan Bagg 21:33

1M ago21:33

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Equipped For The Ministry Of Reconciliation - Ap Allan Bagg by The Bay CFCBy The Bay CFC

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W.I.S.E Builders Of The Church Part 4 - Ap Allan Bagg 43:58

1M ago43:58

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W.I.S.E Builders Of The Church Part 4 - Ap Allan Bagg by The Bay CFCBy The Bay CFC

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Ark of the Covenant 13:42

1M ago13:42

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The Ark of the Covenant was one of the most sacred objects to the Israelites. It represented God's presence on Earth. Yet most people’s knowledge of the ark comes from a movie - Raiders of the Lost Ark. So what exactly was the fabled Ark of the Covenant? Sources "What is the Ark of the Covenant? - https://www.livescience.com/64932-the-ark-of-the-co…

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The Shochet: Part 2 - the Autobiography of Pinkhes-Dov Goldenshteyn (1848 - 1930) (with Michoel Rotenfeld) 59:31

1M ago59:31

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#358 > To purchase The Shochet Volume 1: https://amzn.to/4jb7mfR > To purchase The Shochet Volume 2: https://amzn.to/3S8tqfT > To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK > To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode follow this link: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email…

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Super 8 (2011) 2:31:00

1M ago2:31:00

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Get ready for an episode full of production value as we get nostalgic with JJ Abrams and SUPER 8 - the 70s set sci-fi drama following a group of kids making their own movie in their backyard, and happen to stumble on a government conspiracy involving an escaped extra-terrestrial being. We welcome back returning guests Daniel Kelly and Michael Perry…

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