Best Matthew J Clark Podcasts (2025)

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Let the Word Speak Concerning: Peace (David B Smith) 44:31

4h ago44:31

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In a world filled with anxiety, unrest, and constant noise, what does true peace look like—and where can we find it? In this powerful episode of our Let the Word Speak series, David B. Smith opens the Scriptures to uncover God's timeless message about peace. This lesson doesn’t rely on opinions or theories—it lets the Word speak for itself. Discove…

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BEHIND THE LENS #481: Featuring Nick Verdi, Daniel J. Clark and Joe Kwaczala 1:33:44

3d ago1:33:44

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This week on BEHIND THE LENS, we're taking a look at a new indie film that just released in select theatres and on Eventive VOD on Friday, SWEET RELIEF, with writer/director/editor NICK VERDI. And we'll take one more look at Dances With Films 2025 with the oh-so-funny mockumentary AMERICAN COMIC with director/cinematographer/editor DANIEL J. CLARK …

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596. God Emperor of Dune by Frank Herbert Review 1:46:26

8d ago1:46:26

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Andrea Kail, Matthew Kressel, and Rajan Khanna join us to discuss God Emperor of Dune by Frank Herbert, the fourth book in the Dune series. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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BEHIND THE LENS #480: Featuring Jesse Cowell, Sergio Comacho and Jonathan Adelson 1:44:23

10d ago1:44:23

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This week it's all about DANCES WITH FILMS on BEHIND THE LENS, which is taking place right now at the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood. Get ready for one of the most fun-filled and hilarious, yet philosophical, conversations about filmmaking as writer/director/editor/cinematographer JESSE COWELL breaks down his award-winning short film B!TCH I'M…

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The Extraordinary Dr. Richard Clarke Cabot 39:35

16d ago39:35

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It is difficult to overstate the achievements of Richard Clarke Cabot (1868-1939) a relatively little-known, old-moneyed physician of the early 20th century who was far ahead of his time in how much he contributed, and how willing he was to question his own limitations. Cabot's achievements include: creation and self-funding of the first medical so…

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BEHIND THE LENS #479: Featuring Greg Porper, John Schimke, Jon S. Baird and Steven Rogers 1:12:36

17d ago1:12:36

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This week on BEHIND THE LENS, we've got a lotta laughs thanks to director/writer/producer GREG PORPER and co-director/co-writer/ and editor JOHN SCHIMKE, who talk about their new, and often side-splitting comedy that opens this Friday, DON'T TELL LARRY. And who doesn't love musical theater, especially fresh off last week's exhilarating Tony Awards?…

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595. The Business of Science Fiction (with Tom Gerencer) 1:11:47

24d ago1:11:47

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Tom Gerencer joins us to discuss the book The Business of Science Fiction by Mike Resnick and Barry N. Malzberg. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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BEHIND THE LENS #478: Featuring Evan Ari Kelman, Matthew Jensen, David Joseph Craig and Brian Crano 1:16:58

24d ago1:16:58

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This is a fun episode of BEHIND THE LENS as I'm doing something this week that I haven't done before – and that is give you an interview with a film's director, followed by my interview with his cinematographer. The film is the thriller BARRON'S COVE. The director/writer is EVAN ARI KELMAN. The cinematographer is MATTHEW JENSEN. But hilarity also e…

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BEHIND THE LENS #477: Featuring Carlyle Eubank and James Bamford 1:14:42

1M ago1:14:42

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A fun BEHIND THE LENS for you this week, thanks to writer/director CARLYLE EUBANK, who joins me talking about his feature directorial debut, BROKE, and director JAMES BAMFORD, who breaks it all down for THE LAST GUNFIGHT.Some of you might recognize Carlyle's name and if you do, it's probably thanks to "The Signal" which was written by Carlyle and d…

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594. Andor Season 2 Review (with Andrea Kail, Erin Lindsey, Matt London) 1:27:36

1M ago1:27:36

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Andrea Kail, Erin Lindsey, and Matt London join us to discuss Season 2 of the Disney+ series Andor, a prequel to the movie Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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BEHIND THE LENS #476: Featuring Felipe Vargas, Nathan Furst and Griff Furst 41:13

1M ago41:13

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This week on BEHIND THE LENS it's all about horror as we take a look at two distinctly different types of horror films and three talented filmmakers. One film, ROSARIO, is dark and twisted and steeped in ancient lore and curses and comes from FELIPE VARGAS. The other, A BREED APART, courtesy of THE FURST BROTHERS, NATHAN FURST and GRIFF FURST, has …

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593. Roger Zelazny's Writing Advice (with Warren Lapine) 1:09:55

2M ago1:09:55

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Warren Lapine joins us to discuss editing the book On Writing Science Fiction and Fantasy by Roger Zelazny. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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The Strength of Joy | Galatians 5:22–23 (Jim Murrell) 46:44

2M ago46:44

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What does it mean to have true joy—even when life is hard? In this episode of Passage Unlocked, Jim Murrell walks us through Galatians 5:22–23 and explores the supernatural strength found in the fruit of the Spirit called joy. This isn’t just surface-level happiness—this is joy that survives trials, shines through persecution, and anchors the soul …

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BEHIND THE LENS #475: Featuring Duncan Skiles and Lorcan Finnegan 59:17

2M ago59:17

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An interesting movie mix for you this week on BEHIND THE LENS thanks to director DUNCAN SKILES and his new film NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH, and director LORCAN FINNEGAN and his latest THE SURFER. As different as night and day, both films showcase storytelling creativity and some incredible – and indelible – performances, most notably from Nic Cage in THE S…

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592. The Best of Greg Egan Part 1 Review (with Anthony Ha) 2:24:07

2M ago2:24:07

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Anthony Ha joins us to discuss the first eight stories in the book The Best of Greg Egan, part of the SF Masterworks series of science fiction classics. Stories discussed: "Learning to Be Me" (20:42), "Axiomatic" (44:03), "Appropriate Love" (50:10), "Into Darkness" (1:00:30), "Unstable Orbits in the Space of Lies" (1:14:47), "Closer" (1:26:42), "Ch…

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BEHIND THE LENS #474: Featuring Rachel Suissa 1:15:39

2M ago1:15:39

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It's a fun BEHIND THE LENS this week thanks to writer/director/actor Rachel Suissa who I spoke with a few weeks ago specifically for today's show which is a salute to Mothers and Mother's Day courtesy of Rachel's new film GREEK MOTHERS NEVER DIE.Based on Rachel's own life, mapcap adventures, and mother-daughter angst, GREEK MOTHERS NEVER DIE is a l…

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Emboldened Bullies Come for Medical Education 53:52

2M ago53:52

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In an April 23rd executive order (EO), the president of the United States alleges that the Liaison Committee for Medical Education (LCME) and the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) are requiring medical schools and residency programs to pursue unlawful discrimination through DEI policies. The EO calls for the US Department…

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Because He Lives | Acts 4:1-20 (Jim Murrell) 38:45

2M ago38:45

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What difference does it make that Jesus is alive? In this powerful episode, Jim Murrell walks through Acts 4:1–20 to remind us that the resurrection of Jesus isn’t just an event—it’s the reason we boldly live, speak, and stand for truth. From persecution to preaching, power to presence, and finally to our own personal confession, this message revea…

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The Gospel of Mark 6:30-44 | Feeding of the 5000 (Jim Murrell) 41:43

2M ago41:43

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In today’s episode, Jim Murrell walks us through one of the most beloved miracles recorded in Scripture—the Feeding of the 5000, found in Mark 6:30–44. We’ll explore the compassion of Jesus, the powerful lesson of provision, and what this incredible moment teaches us about faith, leadership, and trusting God even when our resources seem small. Whet…

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591. Harlan Ellison's Greatest Hits Part 3 Review (with Tom Gerencer) 2:39:59

2M ago2:39:59

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Tom Gerencer joins us to discuss the book The Top of the Volcano: The Award-Winning Stories of Harlan Ellison, which contains 11 stories not included in Harlan Ellison’s Greatest Hits. Stories discussed: "A Boy and His Dog" (1:39), "The Region Between" (37:12), "Basilisk" (48:29), "Adrift Just Off the Islets of Langerhans: Latitude 38° 54' N, Longi…

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BEHIND THE LENS #473: Featuring Claes Bang, Jonah Hauer-King, Nick Hamm, Charlene Davis and Dafna Yachin 1:21:39

3M ago1:21:39

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I think you'll enjoy this week's BEHIND THE LENS and the films we are discussing, but more than that, the filmmakers and actors I'm speaking with. Some jam-packed interviews today as we kick things off with my exclusive interview with actors CLAES BANG and JONAH HAUER-KING, together with writer/director NICK HAMM talking about his beautiful epic WI…

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3 Reminders for Stranger and Pigrams (1 Peter 2:9-12) Jim Murrell 49:03

3M ago49:03

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Have you ever noticed how forgetful we can be? We forget birthdays, appointments, even the names of people we just met. But spiritually speaking, forgetfulness can be dangerous. In this episode of The Preacher’s Vault Podcast, we look at 1 Peter 2:9-12 and discover three powerful reminders every Christian needs to hear. God calls us to remember — n…

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Physicians and Authoritarians: Are We Too Obedient? 47:20

3M ago47:20

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The record of physicians standing up for their values as healers under authoritarian regimes is not good, whether it’s Nazi Germany, the former Soviet Union, or Iraq, with behaviors ranging from assisting in torture, to psychiatric hospitalization for political reasons. And sadly, it’s often without any coercion. More subtly, physicians may go alon…

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BEHIND THE LENS #472: Featuring Alex Parkinson and Brian Skiba 1:04:09

3M ago1:04:09

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This week on BEHIND THE LENS we're going from the Old West down into the deep blue, or not so blue, sea, discussing two wonderful films with two terrific filmmakers – LAST BREATH and GUNSLINGERS.First up, take a listen to my exclusive interview with director ALEX PARKINSON talking about LAST BREATH. Currently in theatres, LAST BREATH is a heart-pou…

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The Courage Of Caleb | Numbers 13:30 (Jim Murrell) 39:26

3M ago39:26

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How well do you trust God to carry you through difficulties? In today's message, we examine "The Courage of Caleb," taken from Numbers 13:30 and presented by Jim Murrell.By Jim Murrell

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590. The Best of Larry Niven Part 1 Review (with Mercurio D. Rivera) 1:49:40

3M ago1:49:40

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Mercurio D. Rivera joins us to discuss the first nine stories in the book The Best of Larry Niven, edited by Jonathan Strahan. Stories discussed: "Becalmed in Hell" (5:10), "Bordered in Black" (17:54), "Neutron Star" (26:35), "The Soft Weapon" (38:16), "The Jigsaw Man" (56:27), "The Deadlier Weapon" (1:02:55), "All the Myriad Ways" (1:08:16), "Not …

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BEHIND THE LENS #471: Featuring Ami Canaan Mann 39:57

3M ago39:57

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This week on BEHIND THE LENS, we're talking about a very special film about a very special woman that was made by another special woman.The film is AUDREY'S CHILDREN and that special woman is pioneering pediatric oncologist Dr. Audrey Evans and her groundbreaking work in the 1960s and 70s at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, or CHOP as it is mor…

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BEHIND THE LENS #470: Featuring Colin Henning 55:15

3M ago55:15

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This week on BEHIND THE LENS is my exclusive interview with writer/director/costume designer/producer and actor Colin Henning as he talks about his feature directorial debut, the beautifully moody and metaphoric APPALACHIAN DOG. Not only am I enchanted by this sultry, post-WWII, Southern Gothic delight, but by Colin himself who is already one of my…

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589. Dune Prophecy Season 1 Review (with Andrea Kail, Matthew Kressel, Rajan Khanna) 1:38:16

3M ago1:38:16

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Andrea Kail, Matthew Kressel, and Rajan Khanna join us to discuss Season 1 of the HBO series Dune: Prophecy, a prequel set 10,000 years before the events of Frank Herbert’s Dune. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Caring for Patients or Policing Them? Prescription Drug Monitoring, Doctors and Opioids 1:08:47

4M ago1:08:47

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Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs) were originally designed for law enforcement to monitor patients and physicians for criminal behavior before it became available to health care professionals. Physicians and pharmacists often find PDMPs helpful because they can verify what a patient tells them and will often decide not to prescribe or d…

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BEHIND THE LENS #469: Featuring Rob Taylor and Nic Costa 59:40

4M ago59:40

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Hilarity ensues this week on BEHIND THE LENS thanks to director/co-writer/actor ROB TAYLOR and co-writer/producer/actor NIC COSTA as they discuss their wild and wacky new comedy film RAGING MIDLIFE in this exclusive interview! And what a wild and wacky ride it is!RAGING MIDLIFE is the story of Mark and Alex (wonderfully played by Matt Zak and Nic C…

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588. The Urth of the New Sun by Gene Wolfe Review (with James Wynn, Craig Brewer) 1:28:33

4M ago1:28:33

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James Wynn and Craig Brewer, hosts of the ReReading Wolfe podcast, join us to discuss Gene Wolfe’s classic novel The Urth of the New Sun, a sequel to The Book of the New Sun. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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BEHIND THE LENS #468: Featuring Peter Browngardt 58:25

4M ago58:25

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We go from one end of the spectrum to the other this week on BEHIND THE LENS as we take a look at writer/director Atom Egoyan's dramatic new thriller SEVEN VEILS and everyone's favorite (and looney) pig and duck, Porky and Daffy, in writer/director Peter Browngardt's feature animated directorial debut LOONEY TUNES: THE DAY THE EARTH BLEW UP.First u…

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BEHIND THE LENS #467: Featuring Tiffany Kim Stevens 1:08:56

4M ago1:08:56

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It's a fun episode of BEHIND THE LENS as writer/director TIFFANY KIM STEVENS joins me in discussing her new quirky comedy TRIGGER HAPPY, plus my exclusive interview with director DITO MONTIEL talking about his latest dysfunctional family comedy RIFF RAFF.First up is my exclusive interview with director DITO MONTIEL talking the brilliantly conceived…

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BEHIND THE LENS #466: Featuring Ella Thomas 1:14:51

4M ago1:14:51

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A terrific BEHIND THE LENS for you this week to finish off Black History Month as you're about to hear my exclusive interview with director JULIUS ONAH talking about CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD, as well as my interview with actor turned writer/producer/and lo budget no budget micro-budget filmmaker ELLA THOMAS talking KNOW MERCY.First up is EL…

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Mustard Seed Faith: How to Move Mountains | Matthew 17:14-29 (Jim Murrell) 41:18

4M ago41:18

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In this inspiring episode of “Mustard Seed Faith, Moving Mountains,” presented by Jim Murrell, we explore how the tiniest seed of faith can transform your life. Drawing on powerful passages from Matthew, Luke, and Mark, we delve into the mystery of faith revealed in scripture—from the profound lessons of Peter stepping out of the boat to the relent…

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587. Movie Review: Dark City, Strange Days, The Thirteenth Floor, Looker, Alphaville 1:52:20

4M ago1:52:20

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Andrea Kail, Matthew Kressel, and Tom Gerencer join us to discuss the science fiction noir movies Dark City, Strange Days, The Thirteenth Floor, Looker, and Alphaville. Time stamps: Dark City (3:25), Strange Days (28:55), The Thirteenth Floor (48:19), Looker (1:00:43), Alphaville (1:16:19). Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over…

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What can we learn from all those "Why I quit medicine" videos on YouTube? 49:57

4M ago49:57

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There are a lot of videos on YouTube that feature typically young physicians explaining why they decided to leave the profession after years of dedication and hard work. For some it appears that they were so successful at building a social media presence and related businesses, that they quit medicine. Others seem to just want to share their experi…

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BEHIND THE LENS #465: Featuring Cameron S. Mitchell and Cory Santilli 1:02:50

5M ago1:02:50

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It's a Slamdance Special on BEHIND THE LENS this week as we look at two films marking their world premieres at the Slamdance Film Festival and chat with their respective filmmakers— CAMERON S. MITCHELL talks about DISPOSABLE HUMANITY while CORY SANTILLI discusses IN THE MOUTH.Kicking things off is my exclusive interview with CAMERON MITCHELL writer…

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Jesus: God's Answer to Man's Desire| John 6:1-30 (Jim Murrell) 40:15

5M ago40:15

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What are you truly seeking in life? In John 6:1-30, we see crowds following Jesus—not just for His miracles, but for what they hoped He could provide. Yet, Jesus points them to something far greater than physical bread—He offers Himself as the true fulfillment of all our needs. In this episode of Passage Unlocked, Jim Murrell unpacks this powerful …

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The Gospel of Mark 6:14-30 | John the Baptist Is Killed (Jim Murrell) 39:38

5M ago39:38

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In this episode of The Preacher's Vault, Jim Murrell takes a deep dive into Mark 6:14-30, a sobering passage that recounts the tragic death of John the Baptist. Why was John imprisoned? What led to his execution? And what can we learn from his unwavering faith and boldness in speaking the truth? Join us as we explore this event's historical and spi…

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BEHIND THE LENS #464: Featuring Steve Barnett and Matthew Ninaber 1:04:17

5M ago1:04:17

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A fun BEHIND THE LENS show for you this week as we take a look at two very different action films – one in present day and another in the medieval era – thanks to my exclusive interviews with writer/director STEVE BARNETT talking VALIANT ONE and writer/director/editor MATTHEW NINABER talking A KNIGHT'S WAR.First up is my exclusive interview with wr…

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586. Harlan Ellison's Greatest Hits Part 2 Review (with Tom Gerencer) 1:59:04

5M ago1:59:04

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Tom Gerencer joins us to discuss the second half of the new short story collection Harlan Ellison’s Greatest Hits, edited by J. Michael Straczynski. Stories discussed: "On the Downhill Side" (2:34), "Paladin of the Lost Hour" (12:00), "The Beast That Shouted Love at the Heart of the World" (30:08), "I'm Looking for Kadak" (39:10), "How Interesting:…

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BEHIND THE LENS #463: Featuring Christian Sesma 45:22

5M ago45:22

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It's a big day for BEHIND THE LENS as we're kicking off Year 11 of BTL Radio Show AND my 43rd year as a film critic! And what better way for "moviesharkd" to start a new year and new decade than with a shark movie. And what a shark movie I have for you today – INTO THE DEEP!Directed by CHRISTIAN SESMA and written by Chad Law and Josh Ridgway, INTO …

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The New Medical School Graduation Competencies and Why One of the Them Stands Out 51:20

5M ago51:20

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In December 2024, the three organizations that oversee medical school (MD and DO) and residency education released a set of “Foundational Competencies for Undergraduate Medical Education,” that represent a consensus on the observable abilities medical students should exhibit as they begin practicing medicine under supervision. Not surprisingly they…

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585. Philip Gelatt, writer of The Europa Report and The Spine of Night 1:05:22

6M ago1:05:22

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Philip Gelatt joins us to discuss writing the hard science fiction film The Europa Report and the animated sword & sorcery film The Spine of Night. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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584. The Making of Secret Level (with J.T. Petty) 58:45

6M ago58:45

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J.T. Petty joins us to discuss serving as executive producer on the new Amazon series Secret Level, a collection of animated shorts set in the worlds of popular video games. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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A Conversation with Pediatric Surgeon John Lawrence MD, Past Board President of Doctors Without Borders, USA 56:05

7M ago56:05

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At a moment of increasing isolationism and xenophobia and -- for physicians – burnout, in a highly bureaucratic and profit driven health system, service in low resource high needs settings can be an antidote for what ails America and American medicine, at least for the individual clinician. John Lawrence has spent decades serving all over the globe…

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BEHIND THE LENS #462: Featuring John Corcoran 1:37:39

7M ago1:37:39

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If you're a reader, listener, viewer, or follower of BEHIND THE LENS, then you know that this week is a very special show as it's the last show of 2024 AND the last show of the first TEN YEARS of BTL!!! And I think this is a special befitting the occasion thanks to my special guest w/d JOHN CORCORAN talking about his debut short film SKYFOREST, plu…

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583. Harlan Ellison’s Greatest Hits Part 1 Review (with Tom Gerencer) 1:57:08

7M ago1:57:08

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Tom Gerencer joins us to discuss the first half of the new short story collection Harlan Ellison’s Greatest Hits, edited by J. Michael Straczynski. Stories discussed: "'Repent Harlequin,' Said the Ticktockman" (13:08), "I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream" (26:00), "The Deathbird" (37:17), "Chatting with Anubis" (47:39), "The Whimper of Whipped Dogs…

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