Best Kingdom Initiative Podcasts (2025)

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Kingdom Initiatives - Acts 15 39:54

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We live in a world that constantly adds fine print. What seems simple a phone contract, a warranty, even a meal plan ends up buried under terms and conditions. The early church faced a similar crisis: was faith in Jesus enough, or was there fine print; circumcision, law-keeping, cultural identity? Acts 15 shows us how the church defended the purity…

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Inside Ezra Worship Initiative: Blending Ancient Truth and Modern Sound 22:52

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Go behind the music with Ezra Worship Initiative as they discuss songwriting, theology, and worship for the next generation. Host Mike Laxton brings this Kingdom Builder conversation to you today. Learn More About Nashville Christian Songwriters: https://www.nashvillechristiansongwriters.com/ Connect With Ezra Music Initiative Website: https://www.…

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🧸 “Bear Squeeze” — Build-A-Bear’s 2,500% surge. H-1B’s $100K visa fee. Beli’s Yelp-etition. +SNL’s talent accelerator. 22:53

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Trump jacked up the fee of H-1B visas to $100K… The economic lens? It’s a tariff on people. Build-A-Bear’s stock is surging this year… because 92% of us still have a childhood teddy bear. Beli is viral restaurant review site challenging Yelp… because stories are better than stars. Plus, Saturday Night Live’s key to success?... The Snicker Bar Strat…

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Different People, Same Gospel 42:59

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Listen as Pastor Lawrence preaches from Acts 16:6-34.By Waypoint Church

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Inside the Heart of Mainstream Worship and Their Album Dwelling Place 29:40

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Discover the story and vision behind Mainstream Worship’s new album ‘Dwelling Place’ in this interview with Mike Laxton on Kingdom Builder. Subscribe for more faith-filled conversations. Connect With Mainstream Worship Website: https://mainstreamworship.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mainstreamworship/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/…

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💏 “Cuffing Szn” — Raya’s dating club. Olive Garden’s petite parm. TikTok FlipFlop. +September Stock Diss. 22:31

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The top dating app right now is a secret: Raya… It’s got a waitlist bigger than Philadelphia. We have TikTok deal, it’s approved, but we don’t know the details?… We’ll explain the TikTok FlipFlop. The Olive Garden is offering petite portions for petite prices… we think they’re starting a trend. Plus, stocks just hit all-time highs… but September is…

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👟 “Air Force Kirkland” — Nike’s Costco sneaker. Amex’s $895 mirror card. Jimmy Kimmel’s cancellation. +Kevin Durant’s crypto password. 22:42

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Amex just jacked up the fee for its Platinum card to $895… so we used AI to optimize the points. Did Nike just collab with Costco on a shoe?... Could be a deepfake - or an intentional Nike leak. Jimmy Kimmel’s late night show just got canceled… but you can follow the money to a $6B acquisition. Plus, NBA star Kevin Durant forgot his Coinbase passwo…

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The Parish - Sojourning Together 49:50

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Fr. Sean and Fr. Jacob answer a couple of questions from a long time listener about how to bring dead parishes back to life. Tune in to hear their thoughts and how you can help build up your local parish(es).

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☎️ “No you hang up!” — Landlines’ comeback. SharkNinja’s influencer army. The Fed’s D-Day. +Nike/Nobu Sushi Club. 23:00

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Landline phones are making a comeback, led by the brand Tin Can… and it’s because of Millennial parents. SharkNinja sells gadgets in 35 categories… and pays influencers $700M to promote them.. The Federal Reserve announced an interest rate cut… and declared independence. Plus, Nike just launched a Sushi Club?... Welcome to the Nobu Sneaker era. $SN…

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The Man Teaching Microbes to Dream 1:18:41

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Support the show: https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_US 🚨🚨Curious about the future of psychedelics? Imagine if Alan Watts started a secret society with Ram Dass and Hunter S. Thompson… now open the door. District216 Marquee Event: District216 "Death & Psychedelics" Marquee Event Sher Ali Butt From the dawn of time, humanity has leane…

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WTP - Ep. 110 - Intro to the Embrace Ministry 54:19

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A conversation about how to welcome and include people of all abilities at Waypoint Church.By Waypoint Church

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👁️ “eyePhone” — Zuck’s screen-in-lens glasses. Kodak’s renaissance moment. Quarterly Earnings psych. +Treadmill trends. 23:00

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Meta leaked that they’re launching new smart glasses today… with a screen on the lens. Kodak is back with a camera that sold out… thanks to Labubu dolls. Trump wants to end quarterly earnings… So we’ll explain the psychology of long-term thinking. Plus, there is 1 fitness fad that is un-disruptable… The Treadmill. $KODK $META $SPY Want more busines…

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Band Reeves on Faith, Family, and Music That Can’t Be Outrun 17:23

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Centricity Music duo Band Reeves join host Kelly Meade on Kingdom Builder to share about their single “Outrun You,” their journey as brothers, and what’s ahead in 2025. Watch now. Connect With Band Reeves Website: https://www.bandreeves.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bandreeves Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bandreeves/ Twitter: http…

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👢 “ChatGP-She” – AI’s female flip. Robinhood’s VC-for-All. Shake Shack’s Michael Kors burger. +Sony Walkman’s innovation. 22:58

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ChatGPT revealed the 1st study on who actually uses it… The power user? High school girls. Shake Shack invented a French Onion Burger… it’s the same affordable luxury strategy as Michael Kors. Robinhood is launching a Venture Capital fund for everyone… but the devil’s in the deals. Plus, the untold origin story of… The Sony Walkman $SHAK $HOOD $MSF…

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The Next Evolution of A.I. - Building Computers From Living Neurons 1:02:29

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Support the show: https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_US 🚨🚨Curious about the future of psychedelics? Imagine if Alan Watts started a secret society with Ram Dass and Hunter S. Thompson… now open the door. District216 Marquee Event: District216 "Death & Psychedelics" Marquee Event Dr. Ewelina Kurtys From the white-hot frontier where sc…

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Agree to Disagree 39:51

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Listen as Pastor Danny preaches from Acts 1:21-26 & 15:33-41.By Waypoint Church

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Ethan David (Psalms of David) Opens Up About Faith, Healing, and Music 29:40

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Ethan David of Psalms of David shares his powerful testimony of faith, trauma, and healing through music with Mike Laxton on Kingdom Builder. Watch now and subscribe for more interviews. Connect With Psalms of David Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psalmsofdavid_music TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@psalmsofdavid_music YouTube: https://www.yout…

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👨 “Performative Male” — Pinterest’s pin dudes. Alo’s ath-luxury bag. Stagflation’s fire flood. 22:07

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Alo launched a $3,600 bag, while Aldi launched a free bag… and that explains the economy. The #1 issue this week is stagflation… The Fed has to decide to put out the fire or fix the flood. Pinterest is celebrating the rise of the “Pin Dude”… but in social media and tech, nice guys finish last. $PINS $SPY $LULU Want more business storytelling from u…

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Kingdom Initiatives - Acts 14 38:31

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Acts 14 gives us the reality of gospel ministry. It’s messy, dangerous, and costly. Yet it’s precisely through this suffering love that God’s kingdom advances. Luke structures this chapter around Paul and Barnabas’s first missionary journey, showing us that the way of Jesus is not a path to earthly triumph but to costly faithfulness. The pattern es…

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Molecules of Tomorrow: Psychedelic Science at the Edge of Innovation 2:27:19

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Support the show: https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_US 🚨🚨Curious about the future of psychedelics? Imagine if Alan Watts started a secret society with Ram Dass and Hunter S. Thompson… now open the door. District216 Marquee Event: District216 "Death & Psychedelics" Marquee Event Tonight we stand at the edge of science and story, with…

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Whistleblowers in the Kingdom of Lies 1:43:25

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Support the show: https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_US 🚨🚨Curious about the future of psychedelics? Imagine if Alan Watts started a secret society with Ram Dass and Hunter S. Thompson… now open the door. District216 Marquee Event: District216 "Death & Psychedelics" Marquee Event Jamie Morey & Graham Moore In the cracked sidewalks of …

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⚽ “Yellow card” — World Cup’s surge seating. Winklevii Bros’ IPO. Casey’s pizza station. +Zodiac Investing. 22:51

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FIFA began selling tickets to the 2026 World Cup in USA yesterday… and it’s messing with StubHub. The Winklevoss twins didn’t get Facebook… but their crypto company Gemini just IPO’d. The 5th biggest pizza chain in America is actually a gas station… Casey’s General Store. Plus, your zodiac sign is wrong… Find out your zodiac through NY Times here: …

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Life as a Creative Act 36:26

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Fr. Jacob and Fr. John were able to get together in person for a quick episode to celebrate CSYSK’s 700th episode and they are even interrupted with a surprise interjection from the one and only Fr. Mike. Fr. Jacob leads Fr. John in a discussion considering the fruits of a creative life and co-creating with God the Creator.…

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🔮 “New Richest Human” — Oracle’s 40% surge. Ralph Lauren’s AI nepobaby. “Got Milk?” 30th b’day. +Pokemon Card investors. 22:16

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Oracle stock jumped 40% yesterday… making Larry Ellison is now the world’s richest person. Ralph Lauren stock is at an all-time high… Because the founder’s son got tech done. Got Milk is now 30 years old… and the world’s most successful ad is making a comeback. Plus, Pokemon Cards are beating the stock market… up 3,000%. $ORCL $RL $SPY Want more bu…

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Todd McVicker on LoFi Worship, Hope in Jesus, and What’s Next in 2026 25:13

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Discover how Todd McVicker blends LoFi beats with worship and shares a message of hope. Watch on Kingdom Builder and subscribe for more Christian artist interviews. Connect With Todd McVicker Website: https://www.toddmcvicker.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/toddmcvickermusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tmcvicker/ TikTok: https://w…

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🤏 “Ozempic iPhone” — Apple’s iPhone “Air”. Ben & Jerry’s revolt. Sphere’s 4D Wizard of Oz. +Anti-Shoe-Startups. 22:08

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Apple just unveiled the iPhone Air… for Apple, it’s survival by a thousand features. Wizard of Oz at the Sphere is basically the metaverse… and the blockbuster of 2025. Ben & Jerry are calling for their namesake brand to be freed from Unilever. Plus, the hot new startup trend… is no shoes allowed in the office. $UL $AAPL $SPHR Want more business st…

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Rev. Dr. Jessica Rochester - The Dark Side of Beauty 1:12:14

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Support the show: https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_US 🚨🚨Curious about the future of psychedelics? Imagine if Alan Watts started a secret society with Ram Dass and Hunter S. Thompson… now open the door. District216 Marquee Event: District216 "Death & Psychedelics" Marquee Event Rev. Dr. Jessica Rochester is a bridge. Madrinha, Presi…

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🧈 “Costco Gold Digger” — Gold’s all-time-high. OpenAI’s 1st Cannes film. Black Rock Coffee’s IPO. +NYYankee $$$. 22:02

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Sam Altman’s newest idea?... OpenAI makes an animated movie to win the Cannes Film Fest. Black Rock Coffee is going public as anti-Starbucks… It’s not “disruption,” it’s “erosion.” One of the 3 top stocks of the year is Numont Mining… because gold just hit an all-time-high. Plus, the New York Yankees aren’t a baseball team… they’re a fashion brand.…

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A Gracious Resolution 28:45

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Listen as Pastor Lawrence preaches from Acts 15:1-35.By Waypoint Church

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💰 “$1 Trillion Paycheck” — Elon’s 13-digit incentive. J.Crew’s AI faux pas. US Open’s Cadillac. +Martell baby #2. 23:35

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The real winner of the US Open? Cadillac… It used “The Great Gatsby Strategy.” J.Crew just caused the biggest fashion drama of the year… It used AI to knockoff *itself*. Elon may get the biggest pay package in history… The 1st ever $1 Trillion paycheck. Plus, Nick and Molly's second IBO (Initial Baby Offering) has arrived and is trading on the sock…

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Kingdom Initiatives - Acts 13:1-52 45:27

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In Acts 13, we reach a turning point: the church in Antioch sends out its first missionaries, Paul preaches his first recorded sermon, and the Word of the Lord breaks through opposition to reach new hearts. Here we see a pattern that continues to our day: the Spirit sets apart, the Savior satisfies God’s promises, and the Scriptures shine through s…

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Voyage of Initiation - Where Were You The Last Time You Felt Loved? 2:16:04

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Support the show: https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_US 🚨🚨Curious about the future of psychedelics? Imagine if Alan Watts started a secret society with Ram Dass and Hunter S. Thompson… now open the door. District216 Marquee Event: District216 "Death & Psychedelics" Marquee Event Voyage of Initiation - The Camel, The Lion, & The Child…

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Doug Lynam - Integration, The Enneagram, & Stacking Psychedelics, 1:31:40

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Support the show: https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_US 🚨🚨Curious about the future of psychedelics? Imagine if Alan Watts started a secret society with Ram Dass and Hunter S. Thompson… now open the door. District216 Marquee Event: District216 "Death & Psychedelics" Marquee Event Douglas Lynam A warrior who became a monk. A monk who b…

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WTP - Ep. 109 - BLESS Initiative - Story 38:20

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WTP - Ep. 109 - BLESS Initiative - Story by Waypoint ChurchBy Waypoint Church

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Creatio 54:38

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Fr. Sean and Fr. John sit down with Bo Brustkern, Executive Director of Creatio, for a conversation on the beauty of creation and its essential place in our life of faith. Together, they explore Creatio’s mission and how encountering creation can draw us deeper into God’s presence.

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💰 “The (Ex)Finance Bro’s Guide To $$$” — Nick & Jack interviewed on Wild 'Til 9 1:13:27

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What do I do with my money? And why? And how? And ???????? We hung out with influencer couple Lauren Riihimaki (aka LaurDIY) & Jeremy Lewis to answer those questions. As a couple ex-finance guys turned pop-biz podcasters, we shared everything we know. So while we’re on vacation, we’re playing this interview from the Wild ‘Til 9 podcast. What is a s…

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Jenn Chenoweth Reflects on Pain, Purpose, and Out To Get Me EP Journey 24:36

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Jenn Chenoweth opens up on Kingdom Builder with Mike Laxton about her EP Out To Get Me, sharing inspiration, healing, and worship insights. Listen, share, and explore her music journey. Connect With Jenn Chenoweth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.boykin.33 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennchenoweth TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/…

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PART 2 👜Birkin: The Handbag That Costs More Than Your House 21:30

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Subscribe to The Best Idea Yet here: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/ When Jane Birkin's boyfriend ran over her beloved wicker basket, she was stuck lugging a messy tote onto a flight to London. As her Hermès planner exploded across the first-class cabin, her mortified seatmate suggested she needed a bag with pockets. "Hermès doesn't ma…

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PART 1 👜Birkin: The Handbag That Costs More Than Your House 25:15

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Subscribe to The Best Idea Yet here: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/ When Jane Birkin's boyfriend ran over her beloved wicker basket, she was stuck lugging a messy tote onto a flight to London. As her Hermès planner exploded across the first-class cabin, her mortified seatmate suggested she needed a bag with pockets. "Hermès doesn't ma…

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Becoming a Blessing 42:24

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Listen as Associate Pastor Ben Uthe preaches from select passages.By Waypoint Church

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The Heart of Lecrae: Reconstruction, Healing, and a World Tour 7:48

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Lecrae opens up with Mike Laxton about Reconstruction, the inspiration behind his 10th album, and what fans can expect from the world tour. Catch the full conversation on Kingdom Builder. Connect With Lecrae Website: https://lecrae.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lecrae/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lecrae TikTok: https://www.tiktok…

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Kingdom Initiatives - Acts 12:1-25 34:52

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What does a healthy prayer life look like? Acts 12 tells the story of when Peter was imprisoned, only to be rescued by an angel. Even though the church was praying for Peter, they were surprised that he showed up at their door. Sometimes, we act the same way and spend more time asking than we do waiting and watching for the Lord's answer.…

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WTP - Ep. 108 - Pursuing Digital Holiness - Part 5: The Wrap Up 56:18

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WTP - Ep. 108 - Pursuing Digital Holiness - Part 5: The Wrap Up by Waypoint ChurchBy Waypoint Church

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Behind the Animation: The Making of Light of the World 14:16

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Go behind the scenes of Light of the World with directors John Schafer and Tom Bancroft. Mike Laxton of Kingdom Builder explores the story, animation, and spiritual impact. Watch now for insights and share your thoughts! Learn More About Light of the World Website: https://lightoftheworld.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@lightoftheworldmovi…

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That's So Typical 1:00:57

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Fr. Sean and Fr. Jacob dive into the four senses of Scripture—literal, allegorical, moral, and anagogical—and explore how they impact the way we interpret and pray with the biblical text.

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Rivers Through Stone - Chaos, Care, & Medicine 1:41:11

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Support the show: https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_US 🚨🚨Curious about the future of psychedelics? Imagine if Alan Watts started a secret society with Ram Dass and Hunter S. Thompson… now open the door. District216 Marquee Event: District216 "Death & Psychedelics" Marquee Event In today’s conversation we talk with Erin Raskin, Direc…

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💪 “How David Bar Flexed Virality” — Our Interview with Peter Rahal of David Protein 50:23

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In his twenties, he founded RXBAR and sold it to Kellogg for $600M. In his thirties, he launched David Protein, which competes with RXBAR, and it’s already worth $725M. Peter Rahal tells the secrets on how he launched two companies in the same category all before he turned 35. And he shares his latest numbers. In this interview episode, you’ll hear…

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Kingdom Bound 2025: Sean Rodriguez on “It Is Finished,” Music, and More 10:30

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Sean Rodriguez joins Kelly Meade of Kingdom Builder at Kingdom Bound to talk about debuting “It Is Finished” with Disciple’s Kevin Young, the impact of “Jesus Will,” and what’s ahead in 2025. Subscribe now! Connect With Sean Rodriguez Website: https://www.seanrodriguezmusic.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seanrodriguezmusic Instagram: https…

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PART 2 🏰 Disneyland: The Fantasy that Almost Flopped 20:55

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Subscribe to The Best Idea Yet here: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/ Who wouldn’t want to visit the happiest place on Earth? Well — at the start of the 1950s, it seemed like no one did, at least not when Walt Disney pitched the idea. Sure, Walt had revolutionized animation with Steamboat Willie. And he'd had critical successes with cla…

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PART 1 🏰 Disneyland: The Fantasy that Almost Flopped 22:02

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Subscribe to The Best Idea Yet here: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/ Who wouldn’t want to visit the happiest place on Earth? Well — at the start of the 1950s, it seemed like no one did, at least not when Walt Disney pitched the idea. Sure, Walt had revolutionized animation with Steamboat Willie. And he'd had critical successes with cla…