Best Talking Smooth Jazz Podcasts (2025)

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Coool CAT Episode 198 - Althea Rene 29:24

2d ago29:24

29:24

Althea Rene, a flautist, hails from Detroit and plays a soulful type of contemporary jazz music. You'll find her out playing from coast-to-coast and on several of the Jazz cruises. She's released nealy a dozen albums throughout her illustrious career with her latest album titled 18 Carat. You'll find many of her songs landing on the top smooth jazz…

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Artificial Intelligence 45:45

2d ago45:45

45:45

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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Drew Estate Cigars Deep Dive: Lounge Life Meets Smokin Sounds: Ep. 45 1:23:28

2d ago1:23:28

1:23:28

We are stoked to be joined by Al & Rob from the Lounge Life Podcast, Lance from Drew Estate Cigars, & Josh & Mitchell from Wood N Waters, makers of the Eleven 50 Cigar Pick, this episode is a lotto fun! Socials: @smokinsoundspod @loungelifepodcast @woodnwaters @sticksbytheshore Music: Baby C'mon from Commander Pilot Odie & I Appalachian Blues Tenki…

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Humanizing God 42:21

9d 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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Jon Huber: Crowned Heads Cigars: Ep. 44 1:12:30

16d ago1:12:30

1:12:30

We are joined by Jon Huber owner of Crowned Heads Cigars, tune in for a great conversation with one of the best in the cigar world! @smokinsoundspod Jon: @thecrownedheads crowned heads.com #cigar #cigars #podcast #crown #fyp #viral #content #musicBy smokinsoundspod

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In God We Trust 34:55

16d 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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Coool CAT Episode 197 - Paul Nelson (Johnny Winter) 28:08

18d ago28:08

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Paul Nelson, a Grammy award winning producer elevated his career as a guitarist /songwriter/producer for the legendary bluesman Johnny Winter. Paul also played with many of the world's iconic guitarists including Eric Clapton and Buddy Guy. A member of the New York Blues Hall of Fame, Paul left his mark on the blues genre. A sudden heart attack, to…

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Truth 44:40

23d ago44:40

44:40

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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Artista Cigars: HOF David "Big Papi" Ortiz: Ep 43 1:25:59

25d ago1:25:59

1:25:59

On this episode we are smoking the HOF from Artista Cigars for David "Big Papi" Ortiz, listen as we talk about music from our OKlahomies, Tenkiller, Commander Pilot, Puller, and much more, we also break down Wrestlemania 41. Smokin Sounds:https://smokinsounds.podbean.com/ @smokinsoundspod Artista:https://www.artistacigars.com/…

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Principle 48:05

1M ago48:05

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Things happen - "bad things" - and Carol has found that people get paralyzed by fear that they'll get worse, or catastrophe will ensue. She and Rev. Bill explore how we can all turn to the Principles underlying the New Thought teaching, and the foundational source of the power of Practical Prayer. Thank you for listening to the Practical Prayer pod…

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Coool CAT Episode 196 - JJ Sansaverino 29:43

1M ago29:43

29:43

JJ Sansaverino is a high-energy guitarist that has had multiple Billboard charting songs over the past several decades. With 5 solo albums to his credit, you'll find him touring throughout the U.S. in 2025. Multi-award winning program director Ray White hung out backstage with JJ in November of 2024 to talk about the start of his dynamic career, pl…

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Tenkiller: Tennessee Hills Music, Cigars & Whiskey: Ep 42 1:05:15

1M ago1:05:15

1:05:15

On this episode we welcome the band Tenkiller from Nashville Tennessee, Mike, Billy, Clint & Ian share stories about being on the road with Rage Against the Machine, Stone Temple Pilots, making their new album and much more! Of course we discuss good cigar to pair with their songs! Joined by Paige Turner, this is a can't miss episode!! Socials: @sm…

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Meditation 45:21

1M ago45:21

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People around Carol are insecure about meditation - afraid that they're going to do it wrong,that they'll choose the wrong technique, or an unsuitable teacher or guru, or that they won't be able to stay awake, or sit still, olr whatever. Rev. Bill reminds us that we can't figure it out ahead of time, so the thing to do is meditate, then see how it …

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The Sacred Contract 41:25

1M ago41:25

41:25

Carol has a notion of a Sacred Contract - an agreement we make as we begin our human lives about who we're here to be, and what we're here to do. Rev. Bill has a similar idea that we are born with a unique set of skills, abilities and possibilities, and our opportunity is to figure out what they are and how best to use them. They wholeheartedly agr…

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Pipe & Tamper with Jay Furman: Ep 41 1:27:22

1M ago1:27:22

1:27:22

We are so honored to be joined by Jay Furman from Pipe & Tamper Podcast, we had a fantastic time with The Beast!! Website: https://smokinsounds.podbean.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smokinsoundspod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smokinsoundspod/ Jay Furman: https://www.instagram.com/jfurman631/ https://www.instagram.com/pipeandtamp…

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Coool CAT Episode 195 - Jeff Kashiwa 34:18

2M ago34:18

34:18

Saxophonist Jeff Kashawa has developed into one of the top smooth jazz performers since his days with The Rippingtons. Back in 2004, he founded the dynamic band The Sax Pack. As a solo artist, Jeff recently released his 11th studio album. In our August of 2024 interview, multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Jeff backstage t…

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Prayer Works 39:57

2M ago39:57

39:57

The reason for prayer is to change an experience we're having in life - a Practical Prayer works! Carol and Rev. Bill discuss the techniques, how different it is from "traditional" prayer, and the ways that their prayers have been yielding results in their lives. Thank you for listening to the Practical Prayer podcast - please invite your friends t…

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Yacht Rock & the Privada Cigar Club: Ep 40 1:14:52

2M ago1:14:52

1:14:52

On this all new episode we set sail on the SS Dirty Birch to enjoy the Super Sea Monkeys from the Privada Cigar Club! Joined by Paige Turner, this episode is full of yacht rocking good times!! Socials: @smokinsoundspod #yacht #yachtrock #music #softrock #cigars #music #fun #content #jazz #sea #viral #trending…

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Affirmative Prayer or Other Kind of Prayer 46:27

2M ago46:27

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Carol has found that New Thought has Affirmative Prayer, and Practical Prayer, as well as Affirmations and Realizations, and wants to know what the differences are. Rev. Bill takes a giant step back to discuss the differences between New Thought and other spiritual practices, then takes a running jump into Carol's question. Our apologies for the su…

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Filthy Hooligans Cigar: Happy St Paddy's Day: Ep39 1:06:12

2M ago1:06:12

1:06:12

We're getting Filthy on this all new episode, as we get set to celebrate St Paddy's Day with the Filthy Hooligans Cigar from Alec Bradley. Don't miss out on all the shenanigans!! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smokinsoundspod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smokinsoundspod/ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smokin-sounds/id1715…

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Synchronicities 47:41

2M ago47:41

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People are talking to Carol about synchronicities, with certain sequences of numbers appearing over and over, and other indicators that there's more going on than meets the eye. Rev. Bill suggests that these "little happy coincidences" are indications of the "big happy coincidence", which is another version of the Creation Story of the Universe. Th…

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Coool CAT Episode 194 - Four80East 30:54

2M ago30:54

30:54

Four80East hails from Canada and plays a unique style of electro-jazz. Their debut album hit the charts back in 1997 and they have built a dedicated following ever since. The band has scored several top-ten hits and you can find them playing at festivals and clubs throughout the U.S. Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Fou…

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Personal Abundance 39:33

2M ago39:33

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Carol says that everyone wants abundance, but knows that we are pulling from a limitless sea of potential. The question is how we can connect with it, and experience it? Rev. Bill says that we can't pray for abundance, but instead get to align ourselves between the experience we desire and the Infinite Power that brings it into our lives. Thank you…

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Individualized or Separate 43:37

3M ago43:37

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Carol has noticed what seems like a discrepancy in the New Thought philosophy - that we are individulized expressions of the One Divine Presence, but there is no separation. Rev. Bill jumps in with examples that include lifting our hands, raindrops and rainbows. Thank you for listening to the Practical Prayer podcast - please invite your friends to…

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"Breaking Free: Nathan Gormley's Story of Recovery from Addiction: Ep 38 1:27:00

3M ago1:27:00

1:27:00

We are joined by Nathan Gormley on this episode, Nate tells his story of coming out of the dumpster fire of addiction, to a spectacular recovery! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smokinsoundspod/ https://www.instagram.com/nathan.gormley.39/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smokinsoundspod/ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smokin-s…

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Coool CAT Episode 193 - Eric Marienthal 31:43

3M ago31:43

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Eric Marienthal is a multi-award Grammy winning saxophonist in the jazz and pop world. As a solo artist, he's released well over a dozen albums since the 1980's. In addition, you'll find him on releases by Chick Corea's Elektric Band, Big Phat Band, The Rippingtons, Brian Culbertson and David Benoit, just to name a few. Multi-award winning program …

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Gods Will and Our Purpose 40:47

3M ago40:47

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There have always been difficult times, and Carol reminds us that even in the midst of good times we can experience difficulty. Rev. Bill notes that events are currently moving very quickly, and that there will - somehow - be a process of re-balancing. Our challenge is to keep ourselves balanced while the process unfolds. Thank you for listening to…

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Sunday Pipe Smoke: Ep 37 1:15:36

3M ago1:15:36

1:15:36

On this episode we are covered smoke, all live from the Tobacco Pouch in Tulsa, OK, joined by Pipe Mike, we discuss the recent STG changes, Cornell & Diehl, playlist is cover songs, and we talk about shows that should not be remade!! Socials: @smokinsoundspod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smokinsoundspod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/s…

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Spiritual Practice 37:24

3M ago37:24

37:24

Carol believes that it's crucial to attend to our spiritual growth, but has noticed that not everyone agrees. Rev. Bill points out that "practice makes practiced", and that everyone is free to attend to life at the experiential level, or develop a practice to cultivate a deeper awareness of our spiritual nature. Thank you for listening to the Pract…

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Coool CAT Episode 192 - Paula Atherton 29:47

3M ago29:47

29:47

Saxtress Paula Atherton has had numerous songs on the smooth jazz charts during recent years, featuring her dynamic sax, flute and vocal work. Having released 7 albums throughout her career, this Long Island native can be found touring throughout the U.S. for much of the year. In her December of 2024 interview with multi-award winning program direc…

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Quick Smoke EP 18:37

3M ago18:37

18:37

Welcome to a special episode of Smokin' Sounds, coming to you from the Dirty Birch Media Car Hole Lounge. This episode is a "quick smoke" session as Sean goes solo due to Justin being under the weather. Despite a flu bout affecting the team, it's a chance to catch up on all things cigars, music, and upcoming events. Join Sean as he dives into his c…

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Duality, or Non? 46:27

3M ago46:27

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Carol has found that the idea of "oneness" can be a heavy lift for people coming into the New Thought philosophy. Non-duality is easy, because it means the same thing as oneness. But where did the notion of duality come from in the first place? Rev. Bill describes how our perspective on the world and sense of duality comes at us through all five se…

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Know Something Better 35:45

4M ago35:45

35:45

People have more and more been reaching out to Carol in distress over the challengin times we live in. She's pretty calm about it, but brought the topic up for deeper discussion. Rev. Bill notes that "challenging times" happen all the time, and reminds us that we are able to look the "facts" in the face and know something better. Thank you for list…

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Waiting on a Miracle 34:11

4M ago34:11

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Carol notes that when a "miracle" happens, it might have been in the works for many years, and seems miraculous because we didn't see it coming. Rev. Bill agrees, suggesting that the "miracle" might not just be love at first sight, but the meeting and enduring friendship with the person who invited you to the party where the miracle happened. Thank…

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Coool CAT Episode 191 - Marc Broussard 29:31

4M ago29:31

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Marc Broussard, singer/songwriter/guitarist grew up around music as his dad is an acclaimed musician, too. They're both in the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. Marc's career launched on the national scene with his 2004 album Carencro, featuring his Bayou Soul style music mixing the great sounds of funk, blues, R&B, rock and pop. He's performed for man…

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Cindy Lou to the Resc-Who: The Big Guy | 9 4:56

4M ago4:56

4:56

Case closed, job well done! Wait… there’s still a problem. Cindy receives a call from none other than Santa Claus himself. He’s glad the culprit was nabbed, but he still never received those letters! And now there’s no time to re-mail them — he’s already sleighing around the world! Cindy has an idea of how Grinch can still deliver the messages on t…

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Cindy Lou to the Resc-Who: The Confession | 8 3:29

4M ago3:29

3:29

Cindy’s up at the North Pole with no idea that Grinch and Max are getting run out of town by wild gingerbread soldiers. That is, until she sees them flee! She grabs ahold of Max in time to discover that he made a secret recording… that just might prove to the world that Postmaster Glee is the true villain of this year’s Christmas caper! Be the firs…

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Getting a Grip on Ego 37:47

4M ago37:47

37:47

Carol believes that ego is key to our success, and also drives our failures and frustrations. Rev. Bill suggests that there's a difference between controlling our ego and not letting our ego control us. Thank you for listening to the Practical Prayer podcast - please invite your friends to listen! There's more information about the podcast, and the…

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Cindy Lou to the Resc-Who: The Prisoner | 7 7:03

4M ago7:03

7:03

With the cuckoo clock riddle partially-solved, Cindy and Max sneak out for a trip to the Whoville Penitentiary. Yes, Whoville has a prison! Can T-Bone, a criminal elf cast out of Santa’s workshop, give Cindy and Max any more clues… or is this a dead end in the investigation? Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendati…

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Smoke One: CAO Amazon Basin CIgar & One Hit Wonders: Ep 36 1:13:09

4M ago1:13:09

1:13:09

On this all new episode we smoke the Amazon Basin Cigar from CAO Cigars, and sing along to some of our favorite one hit wonders, joined by Paige Turner, all new for 2025!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smokinsoundspod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smokinsoundspod/ Appple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smokin-sounds/id1715575376…

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Cindy Lou to the Resc-Who: The Clock | 6 4:20

4M ago4:20

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Cindy receives a mysterious (and slightly tacky) delivery: A strange, puzzling cuckoo clock. Could it be a clue? Maybe something that helps determine where that missing letter came from — and where the rest are still hidden?! A hidden riddle might hold the answer, if Cindy can just figure out what it’s trying to say… Be the first to know about Wond…

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Cindy Lou to the Resc-Who: The Call | 5 5:29

4M ago5:29

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Cindy and Max receive a tip that the Whodini Twins like to hang out at WhoCB, a comedy club in downtown Whoville. Maybe they can corner that sneaky duo and figure out the facts! They’re not around, but after a frustrating back-and-forth with two improv comedians, who will definitely become famous and should not get day jobs, Cindy and Max get the a…

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Cindy Lou to the Resc-Who: The Mailman | 4 8:53

4M ago8:53

8:53

So, the case of Whoville’s missing letters to Santa… isn’t going great. It’s not that Cindy Lou doesn’t believe in the Grinch’s investigative abilities, but she’s pretty sure he could use some help behind-the-scenes. That’s why she’s launching her own underground broadcast, Cindy Lou to the Resc-Who to follow up on clues without Grinch even knowing…

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Coool CAT Episode 190 - Anders Osbourne 30:56

4M ago30:56

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Anders Osborne, born in Sweden, has spent many of his years in the deep south of the USA. Touring throughout the country since 1995, his music has elements of Blues, Americana and R&B. Throughout the years he's recorded 17 studio albums as a solo artist. You'll typically find Anders performing at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. He consist…

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Miracles 37:43

4M ago37:43

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Carol asks, "Is everything a miracle? Or is nothing a miracle?" Rev. Bill says the answer is "yes," and the discussion proceeds with the idea that the miracle of life and all of Creation depends on how you look at it. Thank you for listening to the Practical Prayer podcast - please invite your friends to listen! There's more information about the p…

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Simple, But Not Easy 33:47

5M ago33:47

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Rev. Bill is solo in this episode. He talks about the the simplicty of Practical Prayer, and how that simplicity contrasts with the complexity of actually practicing with it in our day to day life. Transformation is at hand, but might require some diligence on our part! Thank you for listening to the Practical Prayer podcast - please invite your fr…

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Christmas Eve Cigars: Ep 35 56:49

5M ago56:49

56:49

Merry Christmas!! On this epodes we celebrate Christmas from the Dirty Birch Media Car Hole Lounge, join us for som laughs and what is coming up in 2025, joined by Paige Turner!! Socials: @smokinsoundspodBy smokinsoundspod

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Time and Vocabulary 43:27

5M ago43:27

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Time seems to be moving SO quickly to Carol and those around her. Changes that used to take ten years now happen in two years, or even faster. How do we maintain our center? Rev. Bill offers perspective on the ways that the changes are not just disruptive, but open up new avenues for good. Thank you for listening to the Practical Prayer podcast - p…

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Holiday Hot Takes! with Hollywood Hottie John Stamos | 10 31:41

5M ago31:41

31:41

Christmas is almost here (ugh)… which means it’s almost OVER! (Yay!) The weather outside is frightful, but you’ll warm right up with a fresh batch of the Grinch’s scalding-hot Holiday hot takes [2:22]! Then, the only A-Lister with better hair than the Grinch, the legendary John Stamos makes it a full house atop Mt. Crumpit [6:40]. And finally, just…

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Stallone Christmas with Tony Barrios: Ep 34 1:12:59

5M ago1:12:59

1:12:59

On this episode we are pleased to welcome Tony Barrios owner and CEO of Stallone Cigars, we discuss the Cowboy Series, music, and the perfect pairings for Stallone Cigars! Socials: @smokinsoundspodBy smokinsoundspod

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