Best Producer for Towards Understanding Podcasts (2025)

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The Narrow Path: Sam Hammond on AI, Institutions, and the Fragile Future 47:55

5d ago47:55

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The race to develop ever-more-powerful AI is creating an unstable dynamic. It could lead us toward either dystopian centralized control or uncontrollable chaos. But there's a third option: a narrow path where technological power is matched with responsibility at every step. Sam Hammond is the chief economist at the Foundation for American Innovatio…

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Before I Go TRAILER 3:30

5d ago3:30

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Andrew Marin - Bridging the Social Divide 25:50

6d ago25:50

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Andrew Marin - Bridging the Social Divide Andrew, author of Love is an Orientation, is advocates bridge building opposing world views, from the LGBTI community to the Middle East conflicts “Building a bridge is about bringing opposing world views together to figure out what it means to facilitate a new medium of engagement.” See omnystudio.com/list…

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Michael Emmett - Author of Sins of the Father 39:24

9d ago39:24

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Michael Emmett - Author of Sins of the Father Michael Emmett found his name in the headlines when he was caught for a drug bust in 1993. It was one of the UK's biggest at the time. While in prison, with his father in the same cell, he happened to find God, hope and, with those, a new lease of life. A transformed and loving family man, Michael is so…

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John Boyers - Manchester United Chaplain 34:14

12d ago34:14

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What’s it like being chaplain to the most famous sporting club in the world, Manchester United? John Boyers chats to Clayton about this. “David Beckham, Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt, I knew them when they were nobody’s.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Positive Media

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CYAN BANISTER: from homelessness to angel investor 1:13:11

12d ago1:13:11

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Cyan Banister is an angel investor and entrepreneur renowned for her early investments in transformative tech companies such as Uber, SpaceX, DeepMind, and Postmates. Banister's path to success was unconventional, she experienced homelessness as a teenager and dropped out of high school.Through self-education and determination, she became a self-ta…

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Todd Burpo – Author of Heaven is for Real 13:20

13d ago13:20

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Todd tells the story of his son who was in emergency surgery at four years of age and travelled to heaven! Listen as Todd shares about his scepticism at first and tells us some of the stories that his son Colton revealed from his trip (meeting family members who past long before he was born and even a sister he had never been told about who was los…

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Kate Fisher, Founder of Milkshakes for Marleigh 22:12

16d ago22:12

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Inspired by her daughter, Marleigh, Kate is the host and producer of The Milkshakes for Marleigh Podcast where she tells the survival stories of blood product recipients. This is her creative solution to the social problem that not enough people donate blood. Marleigh became unwell at the age of three and was eventually diagnosed with Seronegative …

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People are Lonelier than Ever. Enter AI. 43:34

18d ago43:34

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Over the last few decades, our relationships have become increasingly mediated by technology. Texting has become our dominant form of communication. Social media has replaced gathering places. Dating starts with a swipe on an app, not a tap on the shoulder. And now, AI enters the mix. If the technology of the 2010s was about capturing our attention…

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SLAVOJ ZIZEK: unleashed 1:24:12

19d ago1:24:12

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Slavoj Žižek is a Slovenian philosopher and cultural theorist known for his provocative blend of Marxism, Hegelian philosophy, and Lacanian psychoanalysis, he remains one of the most influential and polarising intellectuals in contemporary thought. Slajov gets into several complex and thought-provoking topics including but not limited to; the catas…

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Damien May from Destiny Rescue 22:57

20d ago22:57

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Damien May from Destiny Rescue Clayton chatted with Damien May from Destiny Rescue… he literally saves children, who have been sold into slavery around our world. Hear his story of dramatic adventure and how his faith drives him! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Positive Media

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Dr Andrew Browning - A Doctor in Africa 30:55

23d ago30:55

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Dr Andrew Browning is an Australian trained obstetrician who has spent his entire professional career volunteering in Africa as a medical missionary specialising in obstetric fistula surgery. Andrew is now the Medical Director for the Barbara May Foundation and joined Clayton to talk about his book, A Doctor in Africa. Andrew shares with Clayton, t…

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Interview with Lindsey Straus | Ep #41 26:28

25d ago26:28

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Lindsey Straus is a 73-year-old trans woman who’s also the biological father of three sons -- triplets -- now in their early 40s. The story of Lindsey’s transition --- from husband, devoted dad, and little league coach to trans woman, social activist, and lay minister at her church in Brewster MA --- is truly inspiring and courageous. But that tran…

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CASS SUNSTEIN: the nudge towards a better future 1:03:27

26d ago1:03:27

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Cass Sunstein is a prominent American legal scholar, behavioural economist, and professor at Harvard Law School. Cass explores the concept of nudging and libertarian paternalism, addressing ethical concerns around manipulation and autonomy. He reflects on climate justice, the moral duties of high-emission countries, and global accountability in cli…

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Michael Franzese - From Mobster to Minister 30:43

27d ago30:43

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Clayton chatted with Michael Franzese, former mob boss for the Colombo crime family in New York, before an encounter with Jesus changed his life. “I don’t know of anybody that reached the level that I reached in that life, and publicly walked away…” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Rebecca St James and Cubbie Fink - Lasting Ever 35:36

30d ago35:36

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The 2024 Dove-award winning film “Unsung Hero” depicted the early years of Rebecca St James family life and music career. Lasting Ever brings fans up to date on Rebecca’s current life and introduces readers to her husband Cubbie Fink’s personal story. Now in their second decade of marriage, the couple join Clayton to unpack the highs and lows of th…

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Echo Chambers of One: Companion AI and the Future of Human Connection 42:17

1M ago42:17

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AI companion chatbots are here. Everyday, millions of people log on to AI platforms and talk to them like they would a person. These bots will ask you about your day, talk about your feelings, even give you life advice. It’s no surprise that people have started to form deep connections with these AI systems. We are inherently relational beings, we …

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LAWRENCE KRAUSS: our cosmic significance in an indifferent universe 1:06:43

1M ago1:06:43

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Lawrence Krauss is a theoretical physicist and cosmologist renowned for his work in particle physics, cosmology, and science communication. Krauss explores the idea of cosmic insignificance and the absence of inherent meaning in the universe, emphasising the importance of appreciating the rarity of life, whilst exploring fundamental questions about…

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Ian McCormack 16:34

1M ago16:34

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Ian McCormack Ian was night diving off the island of Mauritius when he was stung by 5 Box Jellyfish, which are among the most venomous creatures in the world. Ian shares with Clayton how he made it to the hospital but then died. He came back to life more than 15 minutes later and had a dramatic encounter with both Hell and Heaven and an encounter w…

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Jodi Rodgers of Birds and Bees 26:04

1M ago26:04

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You might recognise Jodi as the relationship specialist on the Emmy award winning TV show Love on the Spectrum (featured on ABC & Netflix). She has 30 years working within the education, disability and sexuality fields. Jodi has recently published a book internationally sharing stories from her experience working with the autistic community, called…

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Jeffrey Archer - Prison, Politics & World-famous Author 12:23

1M ago12:23

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Jeffrey spoke to Clayton about his life, writing style, tips for budding authors and where he always writes the first draft of a book. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Positive Media

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RUTGER BREGMAN: the pursuit of moral ambition 1:09:55

1M ago1:09:55

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Rutger Bregman is a Dutch historian, author, and public intellectual renowned for his progressive ideas on social and economic reform. Rutger emphasises that living well means taking meaningful, practical action to address global issues—not just raising awareness. Drawing from his books Humankind and his initiative The School for Moral Ambition, he…

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Valerie Browning - Author - Maalika 20:54

1M ago20:54

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Valerie Browning AM is an Australian nurse and Ethiopiaid's long-time project partner, She shares her extraordinary life in her gripping biography, "Maalika: My Life among the Afar Nomads of Africa". After volunteering to help the victims of Ethiopia's famine in 1973, little did she know that her life - and the lives of countless people in Afar - w…

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Dr James Tour 33:24

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One of the world’s top scientist, James M. Tour is a synthetic organic chemist at Rice University. Professor Tour has over 800 research publications and joined Clayton. Dr Tour explained to Clayton how he challenged ten of the world’s leading origin of life researchers to produce evidence for their theories – and all failed to produce any. He share…

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ELIZABETH BARNES: the minority body and the ethics of disability 57:11

2M ago57:11

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Elizabeth Barnes is an author and Professor of philosophy at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, she reflects on her unconventional journey into philosophy, and her experience living with disabilities. Elizabeth questions conventional views on disability, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of wellbeing, and shares how philosophy…

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Sam Childers - The Machine Gun Preacher 9:46

2M ago9:46

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Whether you saw the Hollywood film about Sam’s story or not, make sure you listen as Sam talks about his life story: from being a drug dealer and incredibly violent man, his life-changes as he became a Christian and then his decision to fight against the LRA (Lord’s Resistance Army) to free children in South Sudan, who had been kidnapped to be part…

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AGI Beyond the Buzz: What Is It, and Are We Ready? 52:53

2M ago52:53

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What does it really mean to ‘feel the AGI?’ Silicon Valley is racing toward AI systems that could soon match or surpass human intelligence. The implications for jobs, democracy, and our way of life are enormous. In this episode, Aza Raskin and Randy Fernando dive deep into what ‘feeling the AGI’ really means. They unpack why the surface-level debat…

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Are You in the Clearance Season of Your Life? Desire Doesn't Mean Deserve 17:49

2M ago17:49

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Send us a text 🛑 Are You in the Clearance Season of Your Life? You know… that season where things are being stripped away — relationships, jobs, routines, even beliefs that once felt permanent. Where it feels like you’re being reduced, repositioned, maybe even overlooked. Let me tell you — you’re not alone. Sometimes, what looks like loss is actual…

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Andy Bannister - Author of How to Talk About Jesus Without Looking Like An Idiot 32:52

2M ago32:52

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Andy is the Director of Solas and author of the book 'How to Talk About Jesus Without Looking Like An Idiot'. Andy chatted with Clayton about asking good questions as a basis of any conversations about faith... and he suggests ways to answer tricky questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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What are you chasing? Is it Worth It? I am done chasing. You can have it all! 21:22

2M ago21:22

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Send us a text Are You Chasing Something? By Tam L. A wise woman once told me, “Anything that’s running away from you is not for you.” That statement hit differently the more life happened to me. It’s easy to romanticize the chase—whether it’s money, love, career success, or validation. But let’s pause for a second: How many of us are out here chas…

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THOMAS NAGEL: the mind and the universe 1:03:24

2M ago1:03:24

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Thomas Nagel is an American philosopher known for exploring consciousness, ethics, and the limits of scientific explanation. He is best known for his essay "What Is It Like to Be a Bat?" and his critique of materialism in Mind and Cosmos. Thomas discusses how he was drawn to philosophy, he elaborates on the major themes of his work, especially the …

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Pay that Back: Ask Not! Why Trump's Rollback on Student Loan Debt? 11:15

2M ago11:15

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Send us a text Amidst the ongoing debate about student loan debt, the current administration is actively pursuing the repayment of outstanding balances, a move impacting some Trump voters who may have anticipated different economic policies. This intensified collection, utilizing the Department of Education, follows the rejection of broader forgive…

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Rethinking School in the Age of AI 42:35

2M ago42:35

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AI has upended schooling as we know it. Students now have instant access to tools that can write their essays, summarize entire books, and solve complex math problems. Whether they want to or not, many feel pressured to use these tools just to keep up. Teachers, meanwhile, are left questioning how to evaluate student performance and whether the who…

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Renée Bondi – Quadriplegic 31:42

2M ago31:42

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Renée Bondi was engaged to be married and had a beautiful singing voice, a thriving career as a music teacher, and a loving family. But then one night a bizarre accident shattered her spine and left her quadriplegic - waking up and suddenly diving off her bed. Her life changed forever. Unwilling to accept that her life was over, Renée searched her …

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ARTHUR C. BROOKS: the pillars of happiness 1:15:40

2M ago1:15:40

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Arthur C. Brooks is an author and academic, he has written 13 books and is a columnist for the Atlantic with 'How to Build a Life' Arthur leads this discussion exploring the concept of happiness from interdisciplinary perspectives, bridging philosophy, neuroscience, and behavioural science. Happiness is defined through the components of enjoyment, …

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Ben Fielding - 'First Hymn' Single Release 29:44

2M ago29:44

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Along with Chris Tomlin, Ben Fielding has released a new single, 'First Hymn' which is a reworking of the world’s oldest Christian hymn discovered with lyrics and musical notation. The song launch comes ahead of the release of a documentary, ‘The First Hymn’, produced by Undeceptions, which tracks the discovery of the old hymn on papyrus in the san…

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ANTONIO DAMASIO: understanding consciousness 1:08:43

2M ago1:08:43

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Antonio Damasio is a neuroscientist renowned for his extensive research into the neural underpinnings of emotions, decision-making, and consciousness Antonio reflects on his groundbreaking work on the brain, the impact of brain injuries on behaviour, and the connection between physical states and mental processes. Antonio speaks on the ethical impl…

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Dr Beryl D’Souza 27:08

2M ago27:08

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Dr Beryl D’Souza is the key Indian leader for Dignity Freedom Network (DFN) and she chatted with Clayton about their work in India with those in abject poverty (specific focus on anti-trafficking). Dr Beryl is an Indian national and explained how the work of DFN seeing lives transformed as women and girls discover their value and worth and are set …

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Peter Goldsworthy - The Cancer Finishing School 23:08

2M ago23:08

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Dr Peter Goldsworthy chatted to Clayton about his book, The Cancer Finishing School and explains that he uses a heavy dose of gallows humour to come to terms with his new reality of an incurable cancer. He has a fascinating story of looking at cancer from a doctor's perspective and then as the individual involved. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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Forever Chemicals, Forever Consequences: What PFAS Teaches Us About AI 1:04:33

3M ago1:04:33

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Artificial intelligence is set to unleash an explosion of new technologies and discoveries into the world. This could lead to incredible advances in human flourishing, if we do it well. The problem? We’re not very good at predicting and responding to the harms of new technologies, especially when those harms are slow-moving and invisible. Today on …

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SIGAL SAMUEL: optimising morality 1:01:30

2M ago1:01:30

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Sigal Samuel is a writer, editor, and journalist known for her work on religion, technology, and ethics. Sigal shares her value-driven approach to life, offering insights into moral decision-making, ethical giving, and the complexities of modern ethical dilemmas. Through her work in philosophical ethics and her advice column at Vox 'Your Mileage Ma…

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J. Warner Wallace 42:58

3M ago42:58

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J. Warner Wallace is a Cold-Case Detective, Author, Speaker, Senior Fellow at the Colson Center for Christian Worldview, and Adjunct Professor of Apologetics at Talbot School of Theology, Gateway Seminary, and Southern Evangelical Seminary. Clayton chatted with Jim about his recently updated book, Cold-Case Christianity, in which he shares his stor…

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Graham Jenke - honorary member of the Redback Motorcycle Club 23:24

3M ago23:24

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In 2008, Lutheran pastor Graham Jenke met a group of bikers in a South Australian Hotel. He’s now spent over a decade sharing the gospel as an honorary member of the Redback Motorcycle Club. He shares his story with Clayton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Positive Media

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The Evolving Power of Public Relations 29:31

3M ago29:31

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Send us a text Contemporary public relations extends beyond securing media coverage. It requires a comprehensive understanding of all relevant "publics" or stakeholders that impact a brand's success. Strategic positioning is crucial for building authority and tailoring messages to resonate with diverse audiences, including consumers, businesses, an…

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DAVID DUCHOVNY: the mystery of life 58:49

3M ago58:49

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David Duchovny is an actor, writer, director, and musician, best known for his iconic role as FBI Special Agent Fox Mulder in The X-Files, a sci-fi series that became a cultural phenomenon in the 1990s. David explores the fine line between conspiracy and reality, the ethics of innovation, and the spiritual dimensions of human existence. How do we b…

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Weaponizing Uncertainty: How Tech is Recycling Big Tobacco’s Playbook 51:20

3M ago51:20

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One of the hardest parts about being human today is navigating uncertainty. When we see experts battling in public and emotions running high, it's easy to doubt what we once felt certain about. This uncertainty isn't always accidental—it's often strategically manufactured. Historian Naomi Oreskes, author of "Merchants of Doubt," reveals how industr…

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MICHAEL PLANT: insights on happiness 51:05

3M ago51:05

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Michael Plant is the founding director of the Happier Lives Institute, he discusses the concept of happiness, its definitions, and global wellbeing. Michael shares insights from the newly released 2025 World Happiness Report, highlighting effective charities and the role of global happiness in public policy. Read the 2025 World Happiness Report Lea…

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Investigator V – International Justic Mission 31:42

3M ago31:42

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This week, Clayton chats to a man whose name we can’t even use… Working for the International Justice Mission… “Investigator V” spends years building cases against slave traffickers to enable governments around the world to provide true justice to those without a voice… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Planning Finances for Unexpected Challenges 30:51

3M ago30:51

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Send us a text Wake Your Ask Up podcast's producer Tam Lawrence emphasizes proactive financial planning to navigate inevitable "dark moments" or financial challenges. The text underscores that these difficulties affect everyone, but those with fewer resources face greater obstacles in securing support. Lawrence argues that individuals often fail to…

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Ray Comfort - Author of Why Jesus? 34:26

3M ago34:26

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