Best Matt Orchard Podcasts (2025)

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The Parable of the Good Samaritan 31:45

5d ago31:45

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The Parable of the Good Samaritan Luke 10:25-37 Guest Preacher: Jim Witty Jim is an ordained Presbyterian minister and holds doctoral degrees in Psychology and Ministry. He is the founder and President of Care Corps International. Jim is a Trauma Specialist and has an extensive background in conflict management. He has served as a pastor, counselor…

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SBBC: Murderbot (Season 1 Ep 3) - "Risk Assessment" 55:25

7d ago55:25

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Kate, Matt, and Rachel discuss the third episode of the Murderbot series, "Risk Assessment". As always, we are trying our best to use "it" for Murderbot and I think we improved immensely. Shooting to be even better about "it" next time! There's more from the Strange and Beautiful Network! Listen to Rachel, Kate, and Hannah discuss spicy books, seri…

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Building to Withstand the Storm (The Parable of the Wise & Foolish Builders) - The Parables of Jesus - 05.18.25 27:10

13d ago27:10

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Building to Withstand the Storm (The Parable of the Wise & Foolish Builders) Matthew 7:24-27 Guest Preacher: Lynn Hutton Our preacher this morning is our own Lynn Hutton. Lynn is an ordained minister with preaching experience. She serves Orchard as a part of our intercessory prayer ministry. The Parables of Jesus Jesus used parables, or short stori…

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SBBC: Murderbot (Season 1 Ep 1&2) - "FreeCommerce" and "Eye Contact" 1:02:14

16d ago1:02:14

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Surprise! We're chatting Murderbot today and every Friday while new episodes are airing! As you know, we've already covered these books with Kate back in 2023(?) - A long time ago... so there are bound to be some spoilers although we are going to try and keep it to the show relevant information for anyone who hasn't read the books. These are fun, l…

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The Parable of the Great Banquet - The Parables of Jesus - 05.11.25 21:47

20d ago21:47

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The Parable of the Great Banquet Luke 14:15-24 Guest Preacher: Wes Haystead The Parables of Jesus Jesus used parables, or short stories with a moral or spiritual lesson, to teach his followers and the people around him about the Kingdom of God and spiritual truths. Join us for this series as Guest Preachers guide us through various parables. Orchar…

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The Parable of the Lost Sheep - The Parables of Jesus - 05.04.25 21:14

27d ago21:14

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The Parable of the Lost Sheep Guest Preacher: Melinda Hoyt The Parables of Jesus Jesus used parables, or short stories with a moral or spiritual lesson, to teach his followers and the people around him about the Kingdom of God and spiritual truths. Join us for this series as Guest Preachers guide us through various parables. Orchard Community Churc…

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"The Dark Tower IV: Wizard and Glass" by Stephen King 1:20:06

1M ago1:20:06

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Rachel and Matt discuss the fourth book in the Dark Tower series. Did we agree? Were we both weirded out by the protagonist's ages or was that just Rachel... listen and find out! There's more from the Strange and Beautiful Network! Listen to Rachel, Kate, and Hannah discuss spicy books, serious books, and everything in between (but mostly spicy!). …

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Throw It All Away? (The Parable of the Weeds) - The Parables of Jesus - 04.27.25 28:26

1M ago28:26

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Throw It All Away? (The Parable of the Weeds) Guest Preacher: Josh Matthews The Parables of Jesus Jesus used parables, or short stories with a moral or spiritual lesson, to teach his followers and the people around him about the Kingdom of God and spiritual truths. Join us for this series as Guest Preachers guide us through various parables. Orchar…

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I Am the Resurrection and the Life 29:53

1M ago29:53

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April 20 "I Am the Resurrection and the Life" Matthew 28:1-10 & John 11:21-44 When Jesus rose from the grave, He conquered sin and death, showing himself to be Lord over all, the one in whom we hope and who calms our fears. When Jesus called Himself "the resurrection and the life," He was responding to the death of Lazarus but also to the pain, dis…

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Episode #137: Doug Keith - Insights Consultant/Moderator, Bass Player, Former Public Radio Host 54:33

2M ago54:33

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Doug Keith started his career in public broadcasting, both as a producer and an on-air host. A grad program in communications led him to transition his career to insights. Today, Doug is 18 years into his research consultancy, was co-chair for the 2025 QRCA speaker committee and is a co-founder of the Insights Career Network. Doug shares his career…

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I Am the Vine 33:25

2M ago33:25

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April 13 "I Am the Vine" John 12:12-16, 15:1-8 On Palm Sunday, the crowds finally seemed to understand and embrace Jesus as the Messiah. Yet, within a week, the same crowds called for him to be crucified, revealing our fickle human nature. When Jesus calls himself "the true vine" and says that we are the branches, He also calls us to remain connect…

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I Am the Way, The Truth, And The Life 32:35

2M ago32:35

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April 6 "I Am the Way, The Truth, And The Life" John 14:1-14 We live in a world that tells us there are many ways, truths, and kinds of life and that they're all the same and equal. When Jesus calls himself "the way, the truth, and the life," He is saying that there are absolutes and that they are grounded in Him, the only one through whom salvatio…

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Episode #136: Austin Harrison - CEO at Northbeam, Measurement/Attribution Expert, Animator 22:14

2M ago22:14

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Austin Harrison is the CEO of Northbeam, a marketing intelligence platform helping clients maximize the profitability of their marketing spend. Austin knows more about this space than anyone I know, having been involved in digital audience measurement and attribution since he helped build NetRatings’ first audience panel. In parallel, Austin has lo…

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I Am the Good Shepherd 36:28

2M ago36:28

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March 30 "I Am the Good Shepherd" John 10:11-18 Sheep are vulnerable to predators and their own devices, such as getting lost. For these reasons, sheep thrive under the guidance and protection of their shepherd. The shepherd knows his sheep, and they know their shepherd. When Jesus calls himself "the good shepherd," He means that He knows us and wi…

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Episode #135: Sabrina Brastad - Insights Pro Turned Brand Marketer, Expert on New-To-The-World Tech 39:13

2M ago39:13

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Sabrina Brastad is one of those audacious insights pros with the conviction and drive to transform consumer insight into successful, award-winning products. After learning the ropes on the agency side with Ipsos, Hall & Partners and Vision Critical, Sabrina was hired by David Yin (episode 67) to help build out the initial insights function at Fitbi…

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I Am the Gate 35:33

2M ago35:33

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March 23 "I Am the Gate" John 10:1-10 We tend to think of gates and doors as things that keep people out, but they're also things that can let people in. When Jesus calls himself "the gate," He means not only is He the door to salvation, but also the door to being filled with new life here and now. "I Am" Lent is the season of preparation for Easte…

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Episode #134: Adam Stephenson - Founder/CEO of QuantifyAI, Skate Punk, Videographer 32:24

2M ago32:24

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“If you have too much VC funding and it’s just like ‘Margins! Margins! Margins!,’ you can’t start a revolution. You can’t be a pirate.” Adam Stephenson founded QuantifyAI last year after a successful business development career in the research sample space. He entirely self-funded the launch of his company, a DIY ethic that follows directly from hi…

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Episode 11: A journey through series three with Local Trust’s CEO, Matt Leach 34:27

2M ago34:27

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In the final episode of series three of the community power podcast, host Chris Allen sits down with Local Trust’s chief executive, Matt Leach, to reflect on the Big Local areas featured throughout the series. Matt shares his insights into the evolution of these communities and what makes each area distinct – highlighting the unique stories that de…

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I Am the Light of the World 34:19

3M ago34:19

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March 16 "I Am the Light of the World" John 8: 12-19 Without light, we have trouble knowing where we are and what is around us. By calling himself the "light of the world," Jesus reveals that He illuminates this world like no other. His light reveals where we are and leads us to where we need to be. "I Am" Lent is the season of preparation for East…

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I Am the Bread of Life 38:30

3M ago38:30

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March 9 "I Am the Bread of Life" John 6:25-59 Food is one of our basic needs; if we don't have it, we can experience discomfort, sickness, and even death. By calling himself the "bread of life," Jesus invites us to believe in and rely on Him. Like literal food that nourishes the body, Jesus is the spiritual food and the only thing that will truly s…

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"Black River Orchard" by Chuck Wendig 1:16:13

3M ago1:16:13

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Contains Spoilers! Also, we are moving! So there will be no book episode in April or probably May but then you get to hear all about how we moved to an abandoned motel in a remote lake side town in the far, far north. Which sounds like a book premise but it isnt! Matt and Rachel discuss the book, "Black River Orchard" by Chuck Wendig. Did we love i…

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I Am 26:13

3M ago26:13

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March 5 "I Am" Exodus 3:14, Mark 6:50 & John 8:48-58 "I Am" is God's name that He gave Moses on Mt. Sinai, but it's also a name that Jesus claimed for himself in the Gospels to help us more fully understand who He is. Ash Wednesday "I Am" Lent is the season of preparation for Easter, a time to reflect deeply on Jesus- his identity, teachings, and d…

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The Meantime: Healthy Community 36:45

3M ago36:45

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March 2 “The Meantime: Healthy Community” 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 With these closing words, Paul instructs us on how to live together until Jesus returns. He calls us to live together well in healthy community. Faith in Uncertain Times 1 Thessalonians We live in uncertain times. Wars rage, our nation is deeply divided, and as Christians, we find ou…

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The Moment: Hope in this Life 30:24

3M ago30:24

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Feb. 23 “The Moment: Hope in this Life” 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 Throughout the difficulties and challenges of this life, by faith, we live with hope, knowing that one day Jesus will return to set the world right and bring us into eternity, that he died so that we can live. Faith in Uncertain Times 1 Thessalonians We live in uncertain times. Wars rag…

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Episode #133: Bryson Cwick - Orchard Insights, Tattoo Artist, UC Berkeley Bassoonist 31:10

3M ago31:10

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Start with a UC Berkeley background in the hard sciences and some time working on the Valdez oil spill, take a turn toward data analytics, layer in some orchestral bassoon and tattoo artistry and then you start to understand what makes Bryson Cwick tick. Bryson is currently Business Development Manager at the research consultancy, Orchard, where th…

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In Conversation with Judith Lowry 1:46:00

3M ago1:46:00

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Larner Seeds: https://larnerseeds.com/ Books by Judith Lowry Gardening with a Wild Heart: Restoring California's Native Landscapes at Home https://www.amazon.com/Gardening-Wild-Heart-Californias-Landscapes-ebook/dp/B00719LLQA?ref_=ast_author_dp The Landscaping Ideas of Jays: A Natural History of the Backyard Restoration Garden https://www.amazon.co…

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The Miracle: Hope in Death 29:02

3M ago29:02

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Feb. 16 “The Miracle: Hope in Death” 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 As people of faith, we have hope in death because of the amazing miracle of Jesus’ death and resurrection. Faith in Uncertain Times 1 Thessalonians We live in uncertain times. Wars rage, our nation is deeply divided, and as Christians, we find ourselves in a culture that is increasingly r…

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The Method: Sanctification 44:54

4M ago44:54

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“The Method: Sanctification” 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 The method God uses to bring about our spiritual transformation is called sanctification. In the process of our sanctification, we are to seek to work with God in the work He is seeking to do in us. ___________________________________________ Faith in Uncertain Times 1 Thessalonians We live in unc…

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Episode #132: Erik Peterson - Director of Podcast Insights at Spotify, Gutsy Experimenter, Killer Golfer 31:12

4M ago31:12

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Today’s episode is self-referential in the best of ways. We talk to Erik Peterson from Spotify who is currently the Director of Podcast Insights. An insights podcast with a podcast insights pro. Ha! Erik is really into his work and even once took a gig economy job to get a better first-hand understanding of consumer supply/demand dynamics. Erik sha…

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"Empire of the Damned" by Jay Kristoff 1:47:10

4M ago1:47:10

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Matt and Rachel discuss the second installment in the Empire of the Vampire trilogy. Did we love it just as much? Does Rachel regret her tattoo? Listen and find out! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Strange and Beautiful Network

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Our Hero of the Day: Aristarchus 21:48

4M ago21:48

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Our Hero of the Day: Aristarchus Acts 19:29; 20:4; 27:2; Colossians 4:10; Philemon 1:23-24; 1 Corinthians 4:2 A little-known character like Aristarchus can sometimes teach us very big lessons, especially if we look closely. Guest Preacher: Wes Haystead Orchard Community Church 8180 Telephone Rd Ventura CA 93004 www.OrchardVentura.org Contact us at …

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Episode #131: Tara Bosenick - UX and HCD Pioneer, Entrepreneur, Former Head of Scouting in Hamburg 31:08

4M ago31:08

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Tara Bosenick is a pioneer in user experience testing and measurement within human-centered design. She is the Managing Director (MD) of a holding company, ReSight Global, and also the MD of UIntent, which she first founded as SirValUse in 2000 and was later purchased by GfK. We discuss Tara’s journey through UX including her take on what the futur…

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The Mission: Transformation 31:36

4M ago31:36

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“The Mission: Transformation” 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:13 The mission of our faith is spiritual transformation. What God desires for us is that we grow and change and become more and more like Jesus. ______________________________________________________________ Faith in Uncertain Times 1 Thessalonians We live in uncertain times. Wars rage, our natio…

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Episode #130: Scott Tilford - Former Analytics and Insights Leader at P&G, Founder of the Depot Brewing Company 32:01

4M ago32:01

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Scott Tilford built an excellent career within Procter & Gamble. Over 17 years, he had worked on several categories culminating in his role as Sr. Director Analytics and Insights for North America Grooming. But after so many years in a corporate setting, Scott found another calling. The town of Morrow, Ohio and the city of Cincinnati are anxiously …

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The Manner: Life and Ministry 34:10

4M ago34:10

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The Manner: Life and Ministry 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16 In this passage, Paul advises us on how to go about life and ministry to others, seek to please God alone, encourage others in faith, and rely on God’s word. _______________________________ Faith in Uncertain Times 1 Thessalonians We live in uncertain times. Wars rage, our nation is deeply divide…

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Repost - "David Lynch's Dune (1984)" - Part epic adventure, part fever dream, and all Lynch. 1:05:33

4M ago1:05:33

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In honor of the late, great, David Lynch. Here's a repost of our episode on his absolutely bananas adaptation of Dune. Would he be glad to be remembered for this movie? No. Do we love him for it anyways? Also yes. There's more from the Strange and Beautiful Network! Listen to Rachel, Kate, and Hannah discuss spicy books, serious books, and everythi…

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Episode #129: Michael Nevski - Global Insights Director at Visa, Outstanding Table Tennis Player 36:23

5M ago36:23

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Michael Nevski has a really cool job. He is the Director of Global Insights at Visa working with the company’s Chief Economist to add a consumer research and strategy lens to the economic insights and forecasts they provide to their clients. He is also on the TMRE Advisory Board which has long been the biggest annual conference event in the Insight…

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The Model: Imitating Jesus 35:05

5M ago35:05

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The Model: Imitating Jesus 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Jesus is the model for our life and faith; we are to imitate him and other models of mature believers as they follow Him. In time, we should desire to become models for others. _____________________________________________ Faith in Uncertain Times 1 Thessalonians We live in uncertain times. Wars rag…

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Living into Everyday Glory (Magi) 38:33

5M ago38:33

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“Living into Everyday Glory” (Magi) Matthew 2:1-12, Psalm 19:1, 1 Corinthians 10:31, 2 Corinthians 3:18 The star the Magi saw was a reflection of Jesus’ birth, of the glory of God touching the earth. The Magi could have stayed home; instead, they went seeking after God’s Glory, and they weren’t disappointed. Will we seek after God’s glory too? ____…

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"Empire of the Vampire" by Jay Kristoff 1:19:51

5M ago1:19:51

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According to Wikipedia: Twenty-seven years after Daysdeath, a mysterious phenomenon that has cast the world into perpetual darkness, vampires have successfully conquered humanity. Gabriel de Leon, the last living vampire hunter, is held prisoner awaiting execution for killing the Forever King, Fabien Voss. However, the Undying Empress orders Gabrie…

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Experiencing God’s Glory (Us) - Faith Story Sunday 12:10

5M ago12:10

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Experiencing God’s Glory (Us) On this Sunday, a few members of our Orchard family will share stories of how they have experienced God’s glory through His work in their lives, and together, we'll lift up prayers for the New Year. Faith Stories Sunday ____________________________________ Christmas Glory This Advent and Christmas season, we’ll focus o…

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The Glory of a Savior (Jesus) 22:25

5M ago22:25

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The Glory of a Savior (Jesus) Luke 2:1-7, John 1:1-14, Hebrews 1:3 On the first Christmas, the ultimate expression of God's glory entered our world. God himself came to us as a baby in a manger who would grow up to be our Lord and Savior. Christmas Eve Service _______________________________________________ Christmas Glory This Advent and Christmas…

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Bonus - Christmas Crossover with Cinematic Anarchy - "Red Snow (2021) 1:09:08

5M ago1:09:08

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Enjoy this special bonus episode crossover with our friends at Cinematic Anarchy! Seasons Greetings from the Hosts of Cinematic Anarchy and The Strange and Beautiful Podcast. It's been a few weeks of rest since we posted and episode (Mostly Because the gifts don't wrap or buy themselves) and now we are back for a holiday episode with our good frien…

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The Glory of Love (Joseph) 31:55

5M ago31:55

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The Glory of Love (Joseph) Matthew 1:18-25, Romans 3:23, John 3:16, Hebrews 2:10 When an angel appeared to Joseph, it was the glory of God touching the earth! The angel proclaimed that he would have a son, Jesus the Messiah, who would bring with Him the gift of love. ________________________________________________________________ Christmas Glory T…

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Episode 10: Connecting through faith, food and shared spaces – the women of Welsh House Farm 29:18

6M ago29:18

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In 2016, Welsh House Farm Big Local in Birmingham established a women’s diaspora group, to provide a safe and supportive space for women who had migrated to the UK. Initially, the group aimed to combat feelings of loneliness and cultural disconnection by bringing women together to share their experiences and enjoy communal spaces. In this episode w…

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Untitled Episode 33:26

6M ago33:26

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The Glory of Peace (Shepherds) Luke 2:8-15, Romans 5:1-4 Pastor Matt Hoyt When an angel appeared to Shepherds, it was the glory of God touching the earth! The angel proclaimed the news that Jesus the Messiah had been born and would bring with Him the gift of peace. ____________________________________________________________ Christmas Glory This Ad…

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Bonus: We Are All Kosh - Preview - Babylon 5 (Season 1 Ep 0) - The Gathering 2:14:22

6M ago2:14:22

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This show is available to stream for free on Tubi or with a paid subscription on Amazon Prime. Tube has the version of The Gathering we watched but it's listed as the last episode of season 1. Per wikipedia: Babylon 5: The Gathering is the test pilot movie of the science fiction television series Babylon 5, aired on February 22, 1993. It is also th…

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"The Dark Tower - The Waste Lands" by Stephen King 1:23:21

6M ago1:23:21

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Rachel and Matt discuss the third book in the Dark Tower series by Stephen King, The Waste Lands. Did the series get better? Are we willing to read more? Listen and find out! The Waste Lands" is the third book in Stephen King's "The Dark Tower" series. It continues the journey of Roland Deschain, the last gunslinger, as he searches for the Dark Tow…

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Episode 9: Heart of Sidley – tackling food poverty through community-driven support 22:13

6M ago22:13

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In this episode, we speak with resident and volunteer Sally Ricketts and project coordinator Tanya Vice, from Heart of Sidley Big Local in East Sussex. Heart of Sidley has a strong sense of community, but hidden challenges lie beneath the surface – in particular, food poverty. To help address this, Heart of Sidley Big Local introduced a voucher pro…

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"The Glory of Hope (Mary)" 34:49

6M ago34:49

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The Glory of Hope (Mary) Luke 1:26-38, Titus 2:11-13 When an angel appeared to Mary, it was the glory of God touching the earth! The angel proclaimed that she would bear a child, Jesus, the Messiah, who would bring with Him the gift of hope. __________________________________________________________ This Advent and Christmas season, we’ll focus on …

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