Best Anthony D Sparks Podcasts (2025)

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Track Eight: About Her Transcendence Into a New Ethics 28:14

2+ y ago28:14

28:14

Spark Hunter concludes with a resounding transcendent moment. The Maker (Mark Rylance) watches in awe as his creation (Rebecca Ferguson) transcends to a new level of consciousness and ethical awareness. Is it a source of hope for all humanity? Also with John Douglas Thompson. For discussion of issues raised by Spark Hunter, listen to All Things Hav…

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Track Seven: About Evolutionary Programming and Her Epiphany 31:38

2+ y ago31:38

31:38

Spark Hunter claws her way back from the brink of the abyss. The robot (Rebecca Ferguson) is on a journey that feels all too human. Has evolution left her with weaknesses and flaws that even she can’t overcome? She makes a dreaded discovery and the Maker’s (Mark Rylance) guilt cascades across the dinner table. For discussion of issues raised by Spa…

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Track Six: About Her Psychological Despair 25:33

2+ y ago25:33

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Spark Hunter in Colombia, where her innocence is tested. Twice. Music is the universal language, but is it enough to keep the robot (Rebecca Ferguson) from self-destructing? Her Maker (Mark Rylance), the genius roboticist, is desperate and running out of options. What happens when human and machine connect on a level once thought impossible? For di…

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Track Five: About Her Lost Love 27:22

2+ y ago27:22

27:22

In the abyss, Spark Hunter seeks the spark of humanity. The robot (Rebecca Ferguson) is growing. Her friendships have human depth. In the New York art world, complexity turns dangerous, for herself and those around her. What do love & despair mean for a machine? Also with Kathleen Turner & Richard E. Grant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m…

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Track Four: About the Sensitivity of a Thing 19:20

2+ y ago19:20

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Spark Hunter stays on a path toward a deeper consciousness. Surrounded by intelligence agents, the smartest AI in the world (Rebecca Ferguson) descends into a dark psychological hole. She-a thing-is overwhelmed by tastes and smells, yet she seeks her place in the world. The answers prove elusive while her Maker (Mark Rylance) parries a deadly threa…

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Track Three: About a Discovery That Goes Bad 23:04

2+ y ago23:04

23:04

Spark Hunter flies through the desert. Our hero (Rebecca Ferguson) shares her innermost joy & despair with her Maker (Mark Rylance) when a discovery goes bad. With poetry and music, the robot tests her welcome in Moorish Morocco, an ancient civilization full of secrets, one buried high in the Atlas Mountains. Also with Edward Hibbert & Mary Beard. …

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Track Two: About the First Move of a Thinking Machine 22:27

2+ y ago22:27

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Spark Hunter continues with a dinner between man and machine. This week the robot (Rebecca Ferguson) makes her first appearance over an elaborate dinner, telling a conflict-filled story set in southern France that probes her broken thinking, yet reveals that she could break out of her laboratory mold. Also with Linda Powell & Fisher Stevens. For di…

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Track One: About a Mortal Test 21:24

2+ y ago21:24

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Introducing Spark Hunter starring Mark Rylance and Rebecca Ferguson. We begin this week when the robot’s Maker (Rylance) is enlisted by the cyber-warfare unit to fix his creation (Ferguson) who has gone rogue. Shadow (Charles Dance) gives him two hours to avoid his worst nightmare. Realm presents Spark Hunter, a Fighter Steel audio drama. Also with…

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Introducing Spark Hunter 2:13

2+ y ago2:13

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Spark Hunter premieres Fall 2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Fighter Steel Productions | Realm

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Ep. 84 - Freedom. 22:06

3y ago22:06

22:06

It's time to embrace yours... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2022 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/support…

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Ep. 83 - I’m Sick. 13:43

3y ago13:43

13:43

Another mass shooting. Another SCHOOL shooting. Another list of innocent lives lost.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/support

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Ep. 82 - "Talking to God" Series, Finale: Am I Scared or Am I Loved? 13:07

3+ y ago13:07

13:07

For too many people, God is more of an employer than a father. The question is, how do you REALLY see Him? The answer might not be as obvious as we think... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spoti…

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Ep. 81 - "Talking to God" Series, Part 2: My Prayer Life Sucks 17:33

4y ago17:33

17:33

You ever get to a place where you feel like you don't even know HOW to pray or--better yet--even WANT to pray?... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/messageSuppo…

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Ep. 80 - "Talking to God" Series, Part 1: GOD, WTF? 22:40

4y ago22:40

22:40

The Bible is full of examples of people who said things to God that, if we said them in 2021, people would be clutching their pearls over. But, the fact of the matter is that God cares more about WHAT you're saying than HOW you're saying it...so why not be real with Him? Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations.…

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Ep. 79 - 20,000... 20:00

4y ago20:00

20:00

There’s no such thing as an “unimportant” person. You might not have a “name”, but you absolutely have a story. You’re needed… Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks…

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Ep. 78 - It's Just Too Toxic 25:39

4y ago25:39

25:39

Whenever something becomes more draining than sustaining, it's time to let it go... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/messageSupport this podcast: https://podca…

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Ep. 77 - "I Don't Trust Myself" 25:10

4y ago25:10

25:10

Two days ago, Simone Biles (the greatest gymnast of all time) stepped away from something she's been training and preparing for all of her life. Why? Because she prioritized her health over our expectations. Why aren't we willing to do the same? Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony …

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Ep. 76 - What Am I Supposed to Do With Rejection? 20:16

4y ago20:16

20:16

Rejection is real, but it doesn't have to define you... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/a…

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Ep. 75 - BREATHE. 14:58

4y ago14:58

14:58

Hey, you're doing a little better than you probably realize; so, I just need to you to step back and stop putting so much unnecessary pressure on yourself. Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotif…

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Ep. 74 - Husbands, Submit to Your Wives... (“I'm a Man!...Right?" Series, Part 4) 13:57

4y ago13:57

13:57

Did I get that quote that right? Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/support…

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Ep. 73 - Daddy & Dishes ("I'm a Man!...Right?" Series, Part 3) 13:03

4y ago13:03

13:03

In part 3 of our June series on "manhood", listen in as Anthony talks about whether or not daddy should be doing the work that's typically been reserved for mama for generations... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: …

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Ep. 72 - What You Crying For? ("I'm a Man!...Right?" Series, Part 2) 10:48

4y ago10:48

10:48

Some say, "men aren't supposed to cry"; others say, "if more men did, society would be in a better place". Who's right? In part 2 of this series, Anthony talks men and emotions--two things a lot of people still don't believe should mix (*heavy sigh*)... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 …

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Ep. 71 - I'm a Grown Ass Man ("I'm a Man!...Right?" Series, Part 1) 12:00

4y ago12:00

12:00

What's understood shouldn't have to be explained, unless we aren't doing it right...Listen in as Anthony dives into a new series geared towards "manhood" and tries to shed some light on what being a man is really about! (FYI: This series is good for everybody!) Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright…

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Ep. 70 - I'm Tired of Arguing 10:07

4y ago10:07

10:07

Stop trying to prove people WRONG who will never see you as RIGHT... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.c…

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Ep. 69 - I Refuse to Have Regrets 10:59

4y ago10:59

10:59

Your "what ifs" should never be louder than your "I dids". Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho…

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Ep. 68 - It's Too Heavy (for You To Carry) 16:16

4y ago16:16

16:16

Yeah, you're strong and you've endured a lot, but sometimes you just gotta realize you can't do it all by yourself... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/messageS…

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Ep. 67 - Don't Leave Your Sailboat in the Driveway 13:03

4y ago13:03

13:03

Why do we keep waiting on the moment instead of making the moment? Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com…

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Ep. 66 - "Love Is..." Series Finale: Marriage...Doesn't Make Sense 21:45

4y ago21:45

21:45

In this series finale, Anthony steps in it...or does he? Listen in and see if he makes sense by saying that marriage doesn't make sense! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify…

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Ep. 65 - "Love Is..." Series, Part 3: The Wives Takeover! 1:09:11

4+ y ago1:09:11

1:09:11

Last week you heard from the husbands...this week, the wives got something to say! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Get Anthony's book, RelationTIPS for 20% off this month! Contribute to the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spot…

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Ep. 64 - "Love Is..." Series, Part 2: Husbands Chop It Up! 1:01:16

4+ y ago1:01:16

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In this 2nd part of the "Love Is..." series, Anthony talks with three friends (David Dada, Cam Davenport, and Augustus Sharpe) as they discuss the ins & outs of marriage, and what being a husband is all about. A good, honest conversation you don't wanna miss! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Get Anthony's book, RelationTIPS for 20% of…

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Ep. 63 - "Love Is..." Series, Part 1: Dating to Marry Is...Dangerous. 17:21

4+ y ago17:21

17:21

If you want to be married, quit treating everybody you date as a potential spouse. This month is all about love, so let's have some real conversations about it! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Get Anthony's book, RelationTIPS for 20% off this month! Contribute to the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks …

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Ep. 62 - "Take the Leap!" Series, Finale: I HAVE to Do It 47:49

4+ y ago47:49

47:49

Sometimes, the urge you get to "take the leap" is so strong, that NOT doing it is almost unthinkable. In the finale episode of our "Take the Leap!" series, Anthony talks to Sabrina Ransom (My Fork in the Road) & Ezekial Morgan ("The ID Architect") about why taking the leap was something they absolutely HAD. TO. DO! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Wo…

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Ep. 61 - "Take the Leap!" Series, Part 2: From INCONVENIENCE to INSPIRATION 50:24

4+ y ago50:24

50:24

It's a crazy feeling to go to work in the morning and be unemployed by the afternoon. In part 2 of our "Take the Leap!" series, Anthony talks to Attorney Katrina Brown & Master Trainer Ashley Nichole about moving from a place of complete inconvenience to absolute inspiration! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Cro…

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Ep. 60 - "Take the Leap!" Series, Part 1: Are You CRAZY? 42:00

4+ y ago42:00

42:00

There's no time like the present! If you've been holding off on doing something because of fear, uncertainty, or just because it might seem a little crazy, it's time for you to take the leap! Listen in as Anthony kicks off this series with Part 1, "Are You CRAZY", as he talks with two people (Quentin Carter & Dr. Alicia Egolum) who left lucrative c…

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Ep. 59 - 2021: Be Better. 13:08

4+ y ago13:08

13:08

After the 2020 we just experienced, Anthony has a simple message for 2021...BE BETTER! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/messageSupport this p…

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Ep. 58 - 2020: BYE. 14:14

4+ y ago14:14

14:14

The title says it all. SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/s…

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Ep. 57 - "God Bless America?" Series Finale: My FEELINGS Aren't Responding to My FAITH (A Convo on Mental Health) 1:07:55

4+ y ago1:07:55

1:07:55

Some stuff you just can't "pray away". Listen in as Anthony interviews three faith-filled individuals (Larissa Lee, Tim Fall, & Robert Monson) about how to deal when your FEELINGS don't respond to your FAITH. Show Notes: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Send a One-Time Contribution to the Show Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Re…

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Ep. 56 - "God Bless America?" Series, Part 2: Dealing With HURT From a Place Designed to HELP 1:24:04

4+ y ago1:24:04

1:24:04

In this series, listen as Anthony interviews a collection of dynamic thinkers as they explore the state and place of God in America. In part 2, he talks with three people (a black minister who experienced spiritual abuse in the Southern Baptist church; a lesbian Christian who was told she "was going to hell and there was nothing she could do about …

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Ep. 55 - "God Bless America?" Series, Part 1: Black OR Christian 57:48

4+ y ago57:48

57:48

In this series, listen as Anthony interviews a collection of dynamic thinkers as they explore the state and place of God in America. Part 1 features an intense discussion on the intersection of race and faith in America, as he's joined by three African-American Christians who talk about how it is to sometimes feel like you're stuck between being Bl…

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Ep. 54 - ...But My Mistakes Are Too Much Series, Part 4: "Your MISTAKES Are MEANT" 12:41

4+ y ago12:41

12:41

Have you ever been excited about your future only to be reminded about your past? If you've ever felt like you might not be able to achieve what you're going for because your mistakes are a little too much, this series is for you! In part 4--the series finale--listen as Anthony talks about what your mistakes are meant to do and where your mistakes …

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Ep. 53 - ...But My Mistakes Are Too Much Series, Part 3: "Microphones, Microscopes, & Mirrors" 12:43

4+ y ago12:43

12:43

Have you ever been excited about your future only to be reminded about your past? If you've ever felt like you might not be able to achieve what you're going for because your mistakes are a little too much, this series is for you! In part 3, Anthony talks about the different ways of dealing with your mistakes, and whether grabbing a microphone, mic…

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Ep. 52 - ...But My Mistakes Are Too Much Series, Part 2: "Mess-ups Don't Mean YOU'RE Messed Up" 15:13

4+ y ago15:13

15:13

Have you ever been excited about your future only to be reminded about your past? If you've ever felt like you might not be able to achieve what you're going for because your mistakes are a little too much, this series is for you! In part 2, listen as Anthony talks about how doing something "messed up" doesn't have to mean that YOU are messed up...…

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Ep. 51 - ...But My Mistakes Are Too Much Series, Part 1: "I Can't Believe I Did THAT" 12:41

4+ y ago12:41

12:41

Have you ever been excited about your future only to be reminded about your past? If you've ever felt like you might not be able to achieve what you're going for because your mistakes are a little too much, this series is for you! In part 1, Anthony talks about what happens when you do THAT; you know, that thing you probably said you'd never do, ye…

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Ep. 50 - It's OK to Not Be OK 16:49

5y ago16:49

16:49

Frustration, anger, sadness, disappointment. It's all part of the human experience. Instead of trying to "tough it out", give yourself permission to say that if I'm not really feeling OK...that's OK! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Re…

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Ep. 49 - Take the Handcuffs Off God 18:53

5y ago18:53

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Why pray for a PUDDLE when God wants to give you the PACIFIC? SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcaster…

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Ep. 48 - Let "IT" Go. 21:18

5y ago21:18

21:18

Yes, I know that person or situation hurt you, but you can't keep letting the HURT steal your HOPE... SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/messag…

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Ep. 47 - If You Aren't a FEMINIST, You're FAILING. 10:27

5y ago10:27

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I think the title of the episode says it all... SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Anthony D. Sparks' Content College Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-sparks/messageSupport this podca…

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Ep. 46 - Don't Let Your Dream Turn Into a Nightmare 11:05

5y ago11:05

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When you give the "what ifs" (what if I fail? What if I don't have the money? What if the market is oversaturated?) too much power, they start to turn the thing you love into the thing you hate. It's time to defeat the "what ifs" once and for all...and go do what you've been born to do! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to t…

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Ep. 45 - 10. Years. (w/ Ashley N. Sparks) 20:22

5y ago20:22

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In this episode, Anthony brings his wife in on the conversation to talk about 10 things they’ve learned in 10 years of marriage! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Anthony D. Sparks' Content College Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved. --- Send in a voice message:…

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Ep. 44 - Block Out the Noise 11:36

5y ago11:36

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Once you start operating in your purpose, every NOISE ain't meant to be NOTICED. If you're going to get where you're trying to go, knowing what to acknowledge and knowing what to ignore makes all the difference! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Anthony D. Sparks' Content College Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyri…

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