Best Lawrence Link Podcasts (2025)

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Ashley Bachaumard: Oral History Interview 1:30:44

1d ago1:30:44

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In this interview, we chat with Ashley Bachaumand, who reflects on her early life and career as an avid dinner party host, where she discovered her love for food and wine and the many ways that it brings people together. Later down the line, Ashley recalls all the ways that she has touched every aspect of the restaurant industry, working her way up…

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Second-Guessing AI 39:59

2d ago39:59

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Artificial Intelligence is getting a lot of attention. Carol and Rev. Bill discuss if it's possible that AI is a great way to expand and deepen our spirituality. Or that it could be a major obstacle to our spiritual growth. Thank you for listening to the Practical Prayer podcast - please invite your friends to listen! There's more information about…

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Mike Willison: Oral History Interview 1:37:12

2d ago1:37:12

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This interview is with Mike Willison of Adelsheim Vineyards. In this interview, Mike speaks about his youthful passions, love of education, and ever present curiosity regarding wine. Mike talks about growing up in the suburbs of Chicago and how his childhood was reminiscent of the film “Ferris Bueller's Day Off.” He goes on to share how he balanced…

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Michael Kelly Brown: Oral History Interview 1:12:34

3d ago1:12:34

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This interview is with Michael Kelly Brown of Adelsheim Vineyard. In this interview, Michael reflects on the various passion projects that have since led him to the wine industry. Michael’s long family line of morticians gave him a small taste of the service industry and what it means to work with people. An exciting stint in Europe allowed him to …

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Lawrence Francis: Oral History Interview 1:28:03

4d ago1:28:03

1:28:03

This interview is with Lawrence Francis of Interpreting Wine. In this interview, Lawrence speaks about his entry into the wine industry and how he found himself hosting and producing his own wine podcast. Lawrence talks about growing up in London and how his interest was spurred while he was in Spain. He dives into the different challenges his firs…

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Redefining Travel: Lawrence Phillips on Empowering Black Travelers and Building Green Book Global 46:28

4d ago46:28

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What if your travels could redefine your identity and reshape cultural narratives? Join us as we sit down with Lawrence Phillips, the trailblazing founder of Green Book Global. Growing up in Boston with Barbadian roots and inspired by life-changing journeys like his transformative Seattle camping trip, Lawrence recognized a gap in travel resources …

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Brenna O'Malley: Oral History Interview 1:01:29

7d ago1:01:29

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This interview is with Brenna O’Malley from Humble Spirit. In this interview, Brenna talks about her affinity for the culinary arts, and the ways that these early passions paved the way for her career in the restaurant industry. She distinguishes service from hospitality as she describes the ways that she has learned to be intuitive and anticipator…

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2025 MLR Finals Recap - Bill & Fitzy recaps the ups and downs on the weekend 35:37

8d ago35:37

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In this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill and Fitzy breakdown last weekend's actions in Pawtucket, where the New England Free Jacks defeated the Houston SaberCats to win their record breaking 3rd straight championship. An achievement no other professional team in the US has done in 23 years! Who were the game changers and stars? How did the…

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Randy Freund: Oral History Interview 1:21:26

8d ago1:21:26

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This interview is with Randy Freund of Vitae Springs. In this interview, Randy talks about his vineyard philosophy and passions for stewardship and viticulture. Growing up in Texas, Randy wasn’t exposed to a lot of wines, but after visiting Oregon and working at a vineyard in France, he knew that he wanted to be more involved with wine. Maintaining…

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Danny McGeough: Oral History Interview 46:37

9d ago46:37

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This interview is with Danny McGeough of Flor Wines. In this interview, Danny discusses his journey into wine and curating wine lists for people to enjoy at various restaurants. Danny talks about growing up in Perth, Australia, before moving to Russia, then Portland in the United States. Here, he found a love for the restaurant industry, food, and …

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Jessica Endsworth: Oral History Interview 1:27:30

9d ago1:27:30

1:27:30

This interview is with Jessica Endsworth of Northwest Wine Co. In this interview, Jessica talks about growing up in a small town and her journey to finding Oregon and wine. Jessica shares about growing up and the impact her mother had on her work ethic. Jessica dives into sharing about working in restaurants and how she found herself building a res…

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Tyson Smith: Oral History Interview 1:14:53

9d ago1:14:53

1:14:53

This interview is with Tyson Smith of Copious Cellars. In this interview, Tyson talks about his path to becoming a winemaker. Tyson talks about growing up in Oregon and starting to make wines with his dad, who took copious notes about the process. He discusses his background as an artist and graphic designer, creating feature-length films and comic…

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New Normal 40:08

9d ago40:08

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The pandemic lockdown was five years ago, and Carol recalls that when everything stopped people were talking about getting back to a new normal. Now, it seems that the religious or spiritual lives of many have not resumed. Rev. Bill observes that when we're faced with a new challenge we can respond in a new way, or try to keep doing what we've alwa…

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Chelsea Hinman Miller: Oral History Interview 44:59

10d ago44:59

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This interview is with Chelsea Hinman Miller of Tior Wines. In this interview, Chelsea speaks about growing up in the wine industry with her dad's business, Hinman Cellars in Eugene. She talks about her early work with King Estate and then getting into national wine sales. Later, she talks about resurrecting the Tior brand name, which has been in h…

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ARRxTFR Live at MLR Championship Fan Festival 2025 1:01:38

13d ago1:01:38

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In this special live podcast, Bill Baker of American Rugby Rising, teams up with Ryan Ye and Matt Ye, of The Fantasy Ruckers, to bring you a live broadcast from the Major League Rugby Championship Fan Festival in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Bill, Ryan and Matt breakdown the matchup between the defending MLR Champs, New England Free Jacks, and the Hous…

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2025 Championship Weekend! WER & MLR Finals Previews 1:03:33

15d ago1:03:33

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In this US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE episode, Bill and Fitzy return after a short sabbatical just in time to preview the MLR Championship match with the help of The Fantasy Ruckers’ Ryan Ye and the WER Legacy Cup with YSC Rugby’s Wendy Young! Who has the upper hand in Rhode Island, New England Free Jacks or Houston SaberCats? Can the New York Exiles up…

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Caryn Benke: Oral History Interview 1:20:59

15d ago1:20:59

1:20:59

This interview is with Caryn Benke of Galaxy Wine Company. In this interview, Caryn talks about her array of experiences within the restaurant and wine industry and how her involvement has granted her the ability to contextualize her academic learning of history, religion, and art. Caryn shares about the many hats that she has worn over her career …

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Eric Pottmeyer: Oral History Interview 1:18:41

16d ago1:18:41

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This interview is with Eric Pottmeyer of Sec Wines. In this interview, Eric talks about finding wine and his shift from studying psychology to learning wine. Eric shares about his childhood and growing up in Tigard. He goes on to talk about his path to both finding and learning wine as a young adult. Later in the interview, Eric dives into his jour…

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I Dont Know What to Do 38:05

16d ago38:05

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Carol has found that a lot of people are feeling like they don't know what to do, with all the fear and hesitance that comes from the lack of clarity. Rev. Bill points out that world and national events, plus local ones, can feel overwhelming, making us simply want to ignore it all. But it's important to pay enough attention so that when Divine gui…

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Beatrice Barrar: Oral History Interview 1:28:21

17d ago1:28:21

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This interview is with Beatrice Barrar of RAM Cellars. In this interview, Beatrice talks about falling in love with the mystic and magic of fermentation and all things wine. Beatrice shares about her time growing up on a farm in Northern California and the impact this experience had on her. She goes on to share about cornerstone events that influen…

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Bitcoin and Black America: A Conversation with Isaiah Jackson and Demetric Byrd 58:35

18d ago58:35

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Two visionaries at the intersection of cryptocurrency and Black economic empowerment deliver an electrifying conversation about how Bitcoin is creating unprecedented financial opportunities for marginalized communities. Isaiah Jackson, author of "Bitcoin in Black America," shares his journey from skeptical teacher to cryptocurrency advocate, explai…

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Unmet Needs, Unspoken Resentment 11:27

21d ago11:27

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Send us a text Welcome back to the UNtriggered Parenting Podcast. Have you ever snapped at your child and thought, “Why did I just react like that?” You’re not alone — and it’s not just about their behaviour. It’s often about YOUR unmet needs. The exhaustion. The invisible load. The lack of space to just be. In this episode of The Untriggered Paren…

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Rueben Lange: Oral History Interview 1:43:41

23d ago1:43:41

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This interview is with Rueben Lange of Amiti. In this interview, Reuben talks about growing up and falling in love with his first passions of music and food, which are what eventually led him to wine. Reuben shares about his childhood and growing up in Minnesota with three moms. He dives into funny memories of him cooking in the kitchen and the inf…

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How and Why 30:53

23d ago30:53

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Rev. Bill is solo again, taking on a fundamental topic: We want to know why things happen, especially "bad" things that happen to us, or other "good" people. And when we do a prayer for something new and different, we want to know how it's going to come about. Rev. Bill explains that both questions ought to be off limits. Thank you for listening to…

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Michael Kanbergs: Oral History Interview 1:35:40

23d ago1:35:40

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This interview is with Michael Kanbergs of Taborly Wines. In this interview, Michael discusses his journey to owning his own wine shop. Michael talks about growing up in California and his college experience, which nurtured his love for the restaurant and wine industry. He talks about his affinity for wine and the people and places that drew him to…

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The Pivot: From Fashion to Fatherhood:Shawn Rhoder's Entrepreneurial Journey 17:28

26d ago17:28

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What happens when an entrepreneur's greatest innovation isn't a product, but his approach to fatherhood? Shawn Rhoder's remarkable journey weaves through military service, fashion retail, and revolutionary barber design before arriving at his most fulfilling venture yet—being a present father. Shawn's story begins with pure hustle. After military s…

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Alex Davis: Oral History Interview 58:53

28d ago58:53

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This interview is with Alex Davis of PDX Wines. In this interview, Alex talks about his love for all things food, travel, and wine. Alex shares about his childhood and growing up in Maine. He dives into growing up around his parents’ bar and how these memories still influence him today. He then goes on to talk about going to college and his subsequ…

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The Pivot 30:02

30d ago30:02

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The New Thought philosophy tells us we can "look a fact in the face and know something better". Rev. Bill is solo today, talking about one of his favorite topics - the Pivot. It's the specific technique we can use to overcome a tendency toward the experiences we've always had to invite something new, and wonderful. Thank you for listening to the Pr…

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Anne McIntyre: Oral History Interview 50:45

1M ago50:45

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This interview is with Anne McIntyre of Hess Creek Vineyard. In this interview Anne talks about her journey from being a ship pilot to growing grapes in Oregon. Anne shares about her childhood in California and how she fell in love with sailing early in her life. She dives into her time spent at a maritime academy and her different jobs associated …

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Forging a Path: Herbert L. Drayton III on Venture Capital, Diversity, and Entrepreneurial Success 48:04

1M ago48:04

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Herbert L. Drayton III, a distinguished veteran of both the Marine Corps and Air Force, joins us to share his remarkable journey from a paperboy to the managing director of Highmark Capital. He discusses the critical lessons learned along the way, including the pivotal decision to leave corporate life for entrepreneurship and the importance of weal…

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AI in Aged Care: Tech Enabled + Heart Led 33:07

1M ago33:07

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In this episode of The HumAIn Workforce podcast, I’m joined by Tijana Lalovic, Chief People Officer at Suncare Community Services, about the evolving role of HR in the age of artificial intelligence - particularly in the aged care sector. The conversation explores how organisations can responsibly and proactively integrate AI while maintaining empa…

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Clive Pursehouse: Oral History Interview 1:16:13

1M ago1:16:13

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This interview is with Clive Pursehouse of Decanter. In this interview, Clive dives into his career and journey from higher education to wine journalism. Clive discusses his upbringing and the pursuit of a degree in philosophy, which led him to a career in higher education. He then delves into his 18-year career in higher education, highlighting so…

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The Power of Words 40:16

1M ago40:16

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Carol points out that scripture says that Death and Life is in the power of the Word. She and Rev. Bill dive into the tremendous power of words, especially when they are focused and activated in a practical prayer. (Rebroadcast from episode 86 on 1/25/2023). Thank you for listening to the Practical Prayer podcast - please invite your friends to lis…

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Rose Ballantine: Oral History Interview 1:52:39

1M ago1:52:39

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This interview is with Rose Ballantine of Alexana Estate. In this interview, Rose talks about her path in finding wine and pursuing it as a career. Rose dives into her time growing up in Napa Valley, California, and all the happy accidents that led her to wine. She goes on to share her college experience at UC Davis and the different memories she h…

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Expansion 39:31

1M ago39:31

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For the 200th episode, Carol wanted a topic that is especially intriguing and uplifting. More fundamental than growth, the Universe is expanding in all ways, so the conversation is about how we are expanding in our spirituality, too. Rev. Bill (as usual) takes the discussion back to the fundamental concept that we are already 100% spiritual, and wh…

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Borderland Blacks: A Conversation with Dann J. Broyld, PhD 44:41

2M ago44:41

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The American-Canadian borderlands hold a special significance in Black history that few of us fully understand. In this illuminating conversation with Dr. Dan J. Broyld, author of "Borderland Blacks," we explore how Rochester, NY and St. Catharines, Ontario became pivotal centers of Black freedom, entrepreneurship, and transnational identity during…

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The Overthinker's Guide to Peaceful Parenting 12:04

2M ago12:04

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Send us a text Welcome back to the UNtriggered Parenting Podcast. In this episode Paula tackles the topic of overthinking and how it can negatively impact our parenting. This episode unpacks how overthinking shows up and gives the listeners tools on how to quiet the mind and lead with calm confidence. You can download the free guide that accompanie…

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Intrusive Thoughts 35:59

2M ago35:59

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A listener is having trouble with intrusive thoughts about tripping and falling, and is concerned that this repetitive mental activity could be drawing a problem into his life. Carol's experience is that the negative thoughts are coming from within, so the best place to start is an internal dialog to change the thoughts. Rev. Bill adds that it's no…

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Jordan Hostetter: Oral History Interview 1:19:20

2M ago1:19:20

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This interview is with Jordan Hostetter of Open Soul Wines. In this interview, Jordan speaks about discovering a love of hospitality at a young age and spending a career trying to curate good experiences for guests and customers. After moving to the east coast pursuing a music career, Jordan found himself working on the White House advance team, su…

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Artificial Intelligence 45:45

2M ago45:45

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Carol wants to talk about AI. Can it can enhance our expression or risk dulling our minds? She and Rev. Bill explore the rise of Artificial Intelligence and its impact on creativity, spirituality, and human thought. The conversation turns to AI-generated prayer, offering a fresh perspective on tradition, technology, and the soul of spiritual practi…

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From Poetry to Publishing: Le'Marqunita Lowe's Journey with LDL Magazine 34:55

2M ago34:55

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Episode Description: In this episode of Entrepreneurial Appetite, we sit down with Le'Marqunita De'Sharay Lowe, the visionary founder and CEO of LDL Magazine. Le'Marqunita's journey began in high school with the publication of her first poetry book, igniting her passion for the publishing industry. She further honed her editorial skills as a column…

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Layne Witherell: Oral History Interview 1:21:29

2M ago1:21:29

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This interview is with Layne Witherell. In this interview, Layne shares his journey from growing up in Los Angeles during the 60s to retiring in Portland, Maine as a foodie. He talks about his education, jobs, hobbies, and everything in between. Layne dives into his early life in Los Angeles, California and how he eventually found himself serving i…

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Humanizing God 42:21

2M ago42:21

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Carol has noticed that many people have a tendency to think of God in human terms, to anthropomorphize the Infinite. Rev. Bill has some ideas about why this happens, the two discuss the challenges and benefits of letting go of the idea of a Guy in the Sky. Thank you for listening to the Practical Prayer podcast - please invite your friends to liste…

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Gisela Kreglinger: Oral History Interview 47:04

2M ago47:04

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This interview is with Gisela Kreglinger. In this interview, Gisela talks about her relationship with wine and her studies regarding spirituality and wine. Gisela dives into growing up on a family winery in Germany. She shares how this time shaped her view of wine and food. She goes on to talk about her studies abroad and how she eventually found h…

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Simon Davies: Oral History Interview 1:36:54

2M ago1:36:54

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This interview is with Simon Davies of A&B Vintners. In this interview, Simon shares about his journey in getting involved with the wine industry in London and how he eventually became involved with buying and distributing Oregon wine in the UK. Simon talks about growing up in a small town in the country and how he found his way to London. He share…

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In God We Trust 34:55

2M ago34:55

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Our money says "In God We Trust", and Carol thinks it shows that we all share a common belief that we're carrying with us at all times. Rev. Bill agrees, mostly, and points out that we can trust the Infinite to create according to our beliefs even when we don't like what we're believing in. Thank you for listening to the Practical Prayer podcast - …

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Being Black in Nature: A Conversation with Dr. Carolyn Finney and Alex Bailey (Replay) 1:25:47

2M ago1:25:47

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What does it mean to reconnect with nature when you've always been connected? Dr. Carolyn Finney, author of "Black Faces, White Spaces," joins Alex Bailey of Black Outside Inc. for a transformative conversation about reclaiming Black presence in outdoor spaces. Dr. Finney shares her powerful personal journey growing up on a 12-acre estate where her…

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Why Gentle Parenting Isn't Working (And Why It's Not Your Fault) 18:12

3M ago18:12

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Send us a text Welcome back to the UNtriggered Parenting Podcast. In this episode Paula tackles a topic that will resonate with many parents who feel like they’re doing all the right things but still struggling. Gentle parenting is all the rage right now but many find it difficult to put into practice in everyday life or they feel it isn't generati…

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Ken Brown: Oral History Interview 50:51

3M ago50:51

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This interview is with Ken Brown. In this interview, Ken shares about his career as an extension agent of Oregon State University and how he eventually found himself helping the winemakers of Oregon. Ken talks about his early life and growing up in Oregon. He shares about joining the Navy for 5 years and then his time spent at Oregon State Universi…

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Truth 44:40

3M ago44:40

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Carol has been a leader in three different religious denominations, and has found one consistent element throughout, which is the hunger for truth - for what is true? Her answer suggests that each of us has what is true for us. Rev. Bill takes the New Thought perspective and goes back to the Ultimate Truth that there is ONLY God, showing up differe…

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