Best Visit Aurora Podcasts (2025)

Leadership Isn’t Being Perfect. It’s Owning the Mess.In one of the most raw and repentant moments of his ministry, Pastor Jim Burgen confronts his own leadership failure and the silence that followed a week of national tragedy and personal loss. What follows is part confession, part challenge, and part rally cry—not just to Flatirons Church, but to…

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Protecting newborns from an invisible killer, the rise of drones for farming, and a Druid mystery 35:00

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First up on the podcast, freelance science journalist Leslie Roberts joins host Sarah Crespi to talk about the long journey to a vaccine for group B streptococcus, a microbe that sickens 400,000 babies a year and kills at least 91,000. Next on the show, there are about 250,000 agricultural drones employed on farms in China. Countries such as South …

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#20250917 - A Burden for the Mission Field - Matthew 28:19-20 & 2 Tim 4:1-6 54:15

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Sep. 17, 2025 - A Burden for the Mission Field Pastor Dave Gordon Matthew 28:19-20 & 2 Tim 4:1-6 | Study #20250917 GUEST

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Aurora, Tiana, Becoming Villains? 54:58

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Send us a text This week on The Lorcana Muses, Stephanie and Kimber are joined by returning guest Marc for a lively, laughter-filled episode packed with gameplay recaps, deck tech experiments, and community updates. The crew dives into League night highlights (including Powerline flexes and villain-era antics), Marc’s first foray into Blurple, and …

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What Happens When You Actually Go Out on a Limb | Week 4 40:05

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What if the risky sacrifice you're avoiding is the very thing that could save your most important relationships?Ben returns to Flatirons with a raw message about drifting in faith, hitting 40, and feeling stuck in a life that looks successful on the outside but is crumbling underneath. Through the story of Zacchaeus, a man hated, wealthy, and despe…

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#20250914 - Detours Are Not Roadblocks - Exodus 13:17-22 44:39

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Sep. 13 & 14, 2025 - Detours Are Not Roadblocks Pastor Bob Claycamp Exodus 13:17-22 | Study #20250914 GUEST

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An aggressive cancer’s loophole, and a massive field of hydrogen beneath the ocean floor 35:14

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First up on the podcast, aggressive tumors have a secret cache of DNA that may help them beat current drug treatments. Freelance journalist Elie Dolgin joins host Sarah Crespi to talk about targeting so-called extrachromosomal DNA—little gene-bearing loops of DNA—that help difficult-to-treat cancers break the laws of inheritance. Next on the show, …

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#20250910 - David: A Man After God’s Heart - The Fugitive Years - 1 Samuel 18-26 51:10

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Sep. 10, 2025 - “David: A Man After God’s Heart - The Fugitive Years” Pastor Bob Claycamp 1 Samuel 18:26 | Study #20250910 GUEST

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Don’t Let the Dumbo Get You Down 55:38

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Send us a text 🎙️ This week on The Lorcana Muses, Kimber and Doug return for another couples’ episode filled with sealed event stories, nostalgic Disney deep dives, and meta musings. From enchanted pulls that had us shining cards like magpies, to the $70 elephant in the room (yes, Dumbo, we’re looking at you 🐘✨), we talk through the highs, the hear…

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Somy Yadala, Angry Chicken 12:32

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Recently taken over by new owner Somy Yadala, Angry Chicken has expanded from its Korean fried chicken roots to include Indian-inspired favorites like tandoori wings and chicken biryani. With her background in chemical engineering and a passion for food that bridges cultures, Somy is bringing fresh energy to one of Havana Street’s most popular hots…

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The Stuff Your Pastor Skipped: Genesis 6, Nephilim, and Demons 42:36

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Why do we keep falling back into the same broken patterns—even after meeting Jesus?Most of us want Jesus to take away the bad stuff, our addictions, our shame, our past. And sometimes, He does. But what happens next? If we don’t intentionally fill the empty space with something better, something holy, something of the Spirit—then the darkness just …

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#20250907 - Hello Darkness My Old Friend - Psalm 88 57:54

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Sep. 06 & 07, 2025 - Hello Darkness My Old Friend Pastor Ian Dizon Psalm 88 | Study #20250907 GUEST

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Have you been to the Taj Mahal? 4:35

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I blundered and started working on the wrong episode. I can't cover the Red Fort without having first talked about the Taj Mahal because that's getting Shah Jahan, Mughal Emperor's life all caddywampus, and we can't have that. If you have been to the Taj Mahal, please let me know!! I'd love to chat with you!…

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Finding HIV’s last bastion in the body, and playing the violin like a cricket 32:57

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First up on the podcast, despite so many advances in treatment, HIV drugs can suppress the virus but can’t cure the infection. Where does suppressed HIV hide within the body? Staff Writer Jon Cohen joins host Sarah Crespi to talk about the Last Gift Study, in which people with HIV donate their bodies for rapid autopsy to help find the last reservoi…

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Cracked Packs, Cracked Meta 44:35

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Send us a text The Muses are back from a much-needed break and diving headfirst into the wild world of Fabled! In this episode, Stephanie and Brittany open up about life updates, community support, and the challenges of balancing competition with self-care. From car accident recoveries and limited weekend adventures to cracked packs, enchanting pul…

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HeatherAfterCosplay & Ginger White Brunetti, Aurora Mini-Con 27:18

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Aurora Mini-Con is a free, family-friendly celebration of comics, cosplay, and community, happening Saturday, September 27th at the Aurora Municipal Center. Get an inside look at this great community pop-culture event with a unique perspective from featured performer, HeatherAfterCosplay.By Visit Aurora

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What Are You Building Your Life On? 40:54

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What are you building your life on—and will it survive the next storm?When life hits hard—and it will—what foundation are you standing on? In this raw and real message, Aaron unpacks why so many of us settle for “fine” lives built on sand, instead of the rock-solid truth of Jesus. He talks about anxiety, identity, the lies we believe, and the ways …

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Kristin Sutter, Aurora Borealis Festival 19:08

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Don't miss the Aurora Borealis Festival, October 10–11, 2025, at Painted Prairie’s High Prairie Park. From dazzling light shows and immersive art to the Flavors of Aurora Food Court, live performances, and a one-of-a-kind VIP experience, this episode gives you everything you need to know to be part of Aurora’s most magical fall event.…

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#20250831 - A Broken Prayer: The Posture of a Guilty Heart - Psalm 51 58:36

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Aug. 30 & 31, 2025 - A Broken Prayer: The Posture of a Guilty Heart Pastor Josh Sorenson Psalm 51 | Study #20250831 GUEST

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A mother lode of Mexican mammoths, how water pollution enters the air, and a book on playing dead 55:07

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First up on the podcast, Staff Writer Rodrigo Pérez Ortega joins host Sarah Crespi to talk about a megafauna megafind that rivals the La Brea Tar Pits. In addition to revealing tens of thousands of bones from everything from dire wolves to an ancient human, the site has yielded the first DNA from ammoths that lived in a warm climate. Next on the sh…

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Aug. 27, 2025 - “David: A Man After God’s Heart - The Fighting Years” 51:24

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Aug. 27, 2025 - “David: A Man After God’s Heart - The Fighting Years” Pastor Bob Claycamp 1 Samuel 16:18 | Study #20250827 GUEST

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35 Days to Get Unstuck | Introduction With Jesse and Karl 39:28

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Ever feel stuck in your faith? This week, Karl and Jesse kicked off the 35 Day Challenge with a call to get all the way in. Don't settle for shallow. God’s calling you deeper into real freedom.5 habits. 5 weeks. One step at a time:Sacrifice. Pray. Move. Bible. Serve. Download the challenge app here: https://qrco.de/bgFb79…

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#20250824 - God Cares- 1 Kings 19 52:14

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Aug. 23 & 24, 2025 - God Cares Pastor Joshua Taylor 1 Kings 19 | Study #20250824 GUEST

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New insights into endometriosis, and mapping dengue in Latin America 32:07

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First up on the podcast, Staff Writer Meredith Wadman joins host Sarah Crespi to discuss recent advances in understanding endometriosis—a disease where tissue that resembles the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus, causing pain and other health effects. The pair talk about how investigating the role of the immune system in this disease is…

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#20250820 - David: A Man After God’s Heart - The Formative Years - 1 Samuel 13:11-14 49:34

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Aug. 20, 2025 - “David: A Man After God’s Heart - The Formative Years” Pastor Bob Claycamp 1 Samuel 13:16 | Study #20250820 GUEST

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Bruno Gate and the Road to Fabled 58:29

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Send us a text This week on The Lorcana Muses, Kimber is joined by her husband Doug for a special episode full of deck talk, organization tips, and rotation hype! With Brittany and Stephanie out, the duo dive into reconciling their full Lorcana collection in preparation for Fabled and rotation, the latest community buzz around Dreamborn, epic rarit…

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This Isn’t a Horse Training Video. It’s a Wake-Up Call. 54:52

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What if fear isn’t the problem, but staying stuck is?This isn’t just about a horse. It’s about every one of us who’s been stuck, scared, running in circles trying to feel safe. At Horse Weekend, Todd Pierce shows us what happens when trust replaces fear, and love rewrites the story. Through the gentle, unscripted dance between a man and a horse, yo…

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#14819 - The Works of the Flesh Are Evident - Galatians 5:19-21 49:04

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Aug. 16 & 17, 2025 - The Works of the Flesh Are Evident Pastor Ed Taylor Galatians 5:19-21 | Study #14819 GALATIANS

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Why chatbots lie, and can synthetic organs and AI replace animal testing? 31:53

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First up on the podcast, producer Meagan Cantwell and Contributing Correspondent Sara Reardon discuss alternative approaches to animal testing, from a heart on a chip to a miniorgan in a dish. Next on the show, Expert Voices columnist Melanie Mitchell and host Sarah Crespi dig into AI lies. Why do chatbots fabricate answers and pretend to do math? …

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#20250813 - Until - Psalm 73 48:59

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Aug. 13, 2025 - Until Pastor Ed Taylor Psalm 73 | Study #20250813 TOPICAL

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Empathy in the Endgame 58:25

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Send us a text Set Champs weekend brought big plays, bigger feelings, and a lot of deck soul-searching for the Muses. Brittany, Stephanie, and Kimber share their tournament highs, heartbreaking whiffs, and why empathy belongs at every Lorcana table. From saying goodbye to beloved cards before rotation, to speculating on spicy reprints, to plotting …

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Marcelo Alvariza, Orejano Restaurant 17:40

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Marcelo Alvariza owns Orejano Restaurant, a fresh and flavorful addition to On Havana Street in Aurora. This family-inspired eatery showcases Uruguay's rich culinary traditions through handmade empanadas, milanesas, and the iconic Chivito Uruguayo. Whether you’re a foodie or simply curious about Aurora’s vibrant cultural landscape, this conversatio…

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The Captains Chair: Don’t Let Your Family Go Down With The Ship 52:12

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What kind of legacy will you leave? One that spirals upward toward strength and faith, or downward toward destruction?The 5 Chairs series calls out men to step into the Driver’s Seat and Captain’s Chair of their lives, not just for themselves, but for the generations that follow. From the early “me for me” years to leading a family from a “me for t…

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#14818 - Walking in the Spirit Defeats the Flesh - Galatians 5:16-18 49:40

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Aug. 09 & 10, 2025 - Walking in the Spirit Defeats the Flesh Pastor Ed Taylor Galatians 5:16-18 | Study #14818 GALATIANS

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Why anteaters keep evolving, and how giant whales get enough food to live 28:08

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First up on the podcast, Online News Editor David Grimm brings stories on peacock feathers’ ability to emit laser light, how anteaters have evolved at least 12 times, and why we should be thanking ketchup for our French fries. Next on the show, rorqual whales, such as the massive blue whale, use a lunging strategy to fill their monster maws with se…

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#10245 - The Glory and Presence of the Lord - Exodus 36-40 57:04

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Aug. 06, 2025 - The Glory and Presence of the Lord Pastor Ed Taylor Exodus 36-40 | Study #10245 EXODUS

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Reprints, Reveals, and the Rise of Powerline 59:15

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Send us a text In this joyfully chaotic episode of The Lorcana Muses, Stephanie returns from her moving-induced hiatus to unpack more than just boxes—she and Kimber dive headfirst into reveal season, reprints, and the magic of Lorcana community moments. From enchanted Powerline cards to downshifted rarities and Dumbo drama, they gush over what’s ne…

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Parenting Truths That Build Future Leaders 41:48

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What happens when we never grow out of the high chair? This week, Pastor Jim pulls no punches as he digs into how we accidentally raise weak men when we bubble-wrap our boys, give in to tantrums, and never teach first-time obedience. Using raw stories and biblical truth, Jim shows why parents must prepare their kids for a future where mom and dad w…

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#14817 - You’ve Been Called to Freedom - Galatians 5:7-15 58:52

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Aug. 02 & 03, 2025 - You’ve Been Called to Freedom Pastor Ed Taylor Galatians 5:7-15 | Study #14817 GALATIANS

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Wartime science in Ukraine, what Neanderthals really ate, and visiting the city of the dead 51:33

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First up on the podcast, Contributing Correspondent Richard Stone joins host Sarah Crespi to talk about the toll of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and how researchers have been mobilized to help the war effort. In June, Stone visited the basement labs where Ukrainian students modify off-the-shelf drones for war fighting and the facilities where bi…

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#10244 - Are You Willing - Exodus 35 46:10

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Jul. 30, 2025 - Are You Willing Pastor Ed Taylor Exodus 35 | Study #10244 EXODUS