Best Jeff Giles Podcasts (2025)

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CJ Milacci on Disney Dreams, Dystopian Realities, and the Power of One Reader 58:04

5h ago58:04

58:04

CJ Milacci, author of the Recruit of Talionis series, talks about growing up outside of Philadelphia, her nontraditional education, acting, Disney, journaling, youth ministry, the dark moments that shaped her faith, walking away from writing for a season, returning with a heart to reach just one reader, and why she writes clean, high-stakes fiction…

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Pope Saint Gregory VII – 25 May 1:07:55

6d ago1:07:55

1:07:55

Matthew’s audio is messed up this episode but not nearly as messed up as the life of Pope Saint Gregory VII. Sure he was Pope but does that mean he was any good? He was elevated by a mob to make an army, centralize corruption, and getthe most strongly worded letter in history Plus, Anna and Matt eulogize a nice Pope who really flew over the very lo…

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Becky and Scott Minor on Nerd Herding, Shakespeare, and Sci-Fi with Soul 1:23:25

15d ago1:23:25

1:23:25

Becky and Scott Minor, co-founders of Realm Makers, talk about animation, writing fantasy, Shakespeare, the origins of Realm Makers, managing busy family life, living with chronic illness, finding margin, and the deep calling of building spaces where creatives can thrive. Follow Becky and Scott Minor: Realm Makers on Instagram Realm Makers on Faceb…

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BDTP. Marketing Channels vs Programs with Asia Orangio 50:14

18d ago50:14

50:14

Today we have another episode of Better Done Than Perfect. Listen in as we talk to Asia Orangio, founder and CEO of DemandMaven. You'll learn about the five growth levers you can pull, why you might be doing OKRs wrong, how to know which marketing programs to double down on, and more. Please head over to the episode page for the detailed recap and …

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258. Trump's Easter 'Greeting', Douglas Murray Vs Dave Smith & Knowing Too Much At Church 1:30:53

19d ago1:30:53

1:30:53

In this episode, Andy, Jeff and Zack reflect on their Easter experiences, discussing family gatherings, the importance of community, and whatever Donald Trump's Easter greeting was. They explore the challenges of admitting wrongness in personal beliefs and the current political discourse, emphasizing the need for humility and openness to change. Th…

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Megan Schaulis on Faith, Fiction, and Orlando Bloom 1:27:22

21d ago1:27:22

1:27:22

Author and entrepreneur Megan Schaulis joins Clint to share her journey from imaginative kid to debut novelist, growing up in Arizona, her early love for writing and theater, her Orlando Bloom phase (yes, really), launching her first book six weeks after giving birth, navigating the creative chaos of motherhood, co-owning a branding agency, finding…

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Blessed Carlo Acutis – 12 October 1:13:19

23d ago1:13:19

1:13:19

In what be out first (and possibly only) topical episode we delve into the short but very sweet life of the first millennial saint ( as of 27 April 2025) Blessed Carlo Acutis. From his early days as a sweet boy just trying to help his friends through their parent’s divorce to his journey to becoming God’s influencer it’s just one nice thing after a…

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257. Is The Bible A Rorschach Test? 1:29:54

29d ago1:29:54

1:29:54

Find out how the Bible, and more specifically the story of "Jesus interaction with the woman caught in adultery," might be a Rorschach test revealing what you believe about sin, judgment, grace, forgiveness, etc. Politics and life got you on edge? Just focus on Jesus says Jeff. But what does that even mean, and how is it applicable in our day-to-da…

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Indie Author Insights: Crafting a paranormal mystery with Kalynn Applewhite 43:10

1M ago43:10

43:10

In this conversation, Ryan George interviews author Kaylin Applewhite about her creative journey, the influence of Dungeons & Dragons on her writing, her writing process, and her experiences with Kickstarter campaigns for her books. Kaylin shares insights into her paranormal mystery series, the White Crow series, set in Edwardian New York City, and…

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Episode 292: Using Tokens in Design Systems with Jan Six 32:30

2M ago32:30

32:30

How can tokens help your design and development teams become more efficient? Our guest today is Jan Six, staff product designer at GitHub and co-creator of Tokens Studio. You’ll learn how design components and tokens correlate on a technical level, why adoption is the biggest challenge in design systems, how you can get started with creating your o…

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256. We've Been Reading Romans Wrong! (Keith Giles & Matthew J Distefano 1:46:55

2M ago1:46:55

1:46:55

"For the longest time, Paul's Epistle to the Romans has been used to justify misogyny, homophobia, eternal conscious torment, and blind allegiance to the State. However, the truth is that the Apostle Paul never intended his letter to the Church in Rome to teach any of those things. That's why co-authors Keith Giles and Matthew J. Distefano have col…

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John Sebastian - John B. Sebastian (1970) 1:03:32

2M ago1:03:32

1:03:32

Send us a text The great John Sebastian celebrates his 81st birthday today as we're posting this. We had the good fortune to have a lengthy conversation with John this past fall to discuss John B. Sebastian, his 1970 debut as a solo artist. It's an album which is certainly underrated and if your ears have never had the pleasure of hearing it, today…

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255. The Cussing Pastor Is Dead, Long Live The Cussing Pastor 1:12:13

2M ago1:12:13

1:12:13

In this episode, the bros explore various themes, including their podcasting journey, humorous skiing mishaps, the death of the controversial figure of the ‘Cussing Pastor’ Thaddeus Matthews, and the complexities of forgiveness and authenticity in faith. They discuss the balance between being genuine and appropriate in their conversations, reflecti…

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Saint David - 1 March 1:08:00

2M ago1:08:00

1:08:00

Look, we have nothing against Whales but we keep doing these episodes anyways. This time it's Saint David under our snarky microscope adn we talk about him and a ton of other stuff too. Honestly, the Welsh have no reason to get mad at us because we actually have so many asides we hardly have any time to talk badly about their, um, country? I guess?…

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BDTP. The Impact Mindset with Connor Joyce 39:03

2M ago39:03

39:03

Today we have another episode of Better Done Than Perfect. Listen in as we talk to Connor Joyce, senior user researcher at Microsoft and author of Bridging Intention to Impact. You'll learn why you need to ask if your product is really working, the five success metrics for products, some approaches to collecting behavioral data, and more. Please he…

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Philip Wilder Returns 55:14

3M ago55:14

55:14

Author Philip Wilder returns to the podcast to talk about his journey as a self-published author, his mission work in the Middle East, the importance of engaging in spiritual conversations, the significance of overcoming fear and trusting in God's guidance, and his new book, Jake Rogers' Planet. Buy Jake Rogers' Planet now! Follow Philip Wilder: Ph…

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254. Forgiveness Is Selfish, USAID & Elon Musk 1:24:07

3M ago1:24:07

1:24:07

In episode 254 of Bros Bibles & Beer, Andy, Jeff, and Zack explore various themes including the contrast between the kingdom of God and human empires, the burden of forgiveness, and the implications of personal grooming. Don't tell us we don't have a lot of range! We also discuss the role of USAID in American foreign policy, the cognitive dissonanc…

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Indie Comic Insights: The Art of Betting on Yourself with Deece Casillas 43:59

3M ago43:59

43:59

In this conversation, comedian and writer Dece Casillas shares his journey into the world of comics, discussing his lifelong passion for the medium, the challenges of writing and publishing his comic 'Kill Stan', and the importance of maintaining artistic integrity. He reflects on the validation he received from industry professionals, the process …

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Episode 291: Shippable User Research with Alice Lee 35:44

3M ago35:44

35:44

Is research still a great investment? Our guest today is Alice Lee, Strategy Director at Work & Co. You’ll learn about their shippable user research process, how to ask the right questions about things you don’t know, how they helped GoFundMe with their charity action page, and more. Podcast feed: subscribe to https://feeds.simplecast.com/4MvgQ73R …

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Blessed Claire of Rimini – 10 February 1:07:40

3M ago1:07:40

1:07:40

This episode we step up the moral clarity with Blessed Claire of Rimini. Make no mistake this is no Poor Claire, this lady had it all: delicate clothes, obliging servants, poisoned frogs, and all the pincers she could eat. Plus, Anna and Matt ruin several films you might like (sorry). Please rate, review, and subscribe wherever you can. It really h…

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BDTP. Bullseye Customer Research with Michael Margolis 29:47

4M ago29:47

29:47

Today we have another episode of Better Done Than Perfect. Listen in as we talk to Michael Margolis, UX Research Partner at Google Ventures. You'll learn about their bullseye customer sprint, the difference between an ideal customer profile and the bullseye customer, how to apply prototypes, and more. Please head over to the episode page for the de…

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Steve Laube Returns! 1:29:54

4M ago1:29:54

1:29:54

Steve Laube returns to the podcast for an in-depth discussion of culture and community within organizations, specifically Enclave Publishing. Steve and Clint also talk about the complexities of free will and divine sovereignty, the balance between profit and purpose in business, emphasizing the need for a clear mission, the positive role of competi…

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Episode 290: Creativity in Digital Product Design with John Roescher 32:51

4M ago32:51

32:51

Can creativity become your competitive advantage? Our guest today is John Roescher, founder of Raw Materials. You’ll learn about their framework for client projects, how they helped Volta scale and get acquired, why differentiating yourself is a difficult journey, and more. Podcast feed: subscribe to https://feeds.simplecast.com/4MvgQ73R in your fa…

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Saint Margaret of Hungary – 18 January 59:20

4M ago59:20

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This episode we get dressed up in our best iron garments and talk about the life and times of Margaret of Hungary. Starting out strong and predictably as a rich kid (a fact she totally hated or so she said) she went on to found a monastery, kidnap some people for feminism, do a lot of counting, and even managed to bounce back from a pillow based co…

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253. Faith, Doubt, and the Human Experience 1:40:21

4M ago1:40:21

1:40:21

In this conversation, Andy, Jeff & Zack explore the complexities of faith, questioning the effectiveness of their beliefs and the struggles that come with them. They discuss the challenges of adhering to Christian teachings in a difficult world, the disillusionment with prosperity theology, and the search for joy beyond material possessions. The im…

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DC Gomez, Podcast Host and Award-Winning Author 10:50

5M ago10:50

10:50

Happy Monday, Fabulous Listener! I’m so excited you are joining me today for our last episode of the 2024 season. It has been a genuine pleasure bringing you fabulous authors with incredible books all year long. This year we reach our 200th episode and I’m blown away by all your support. Thank you so much, my dear listeners. Would like to also give…

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BDTP. Product SEO with David Pasztor 27:15

5M ago27:15

27:15

Today we have another episode of Better Done Than Perfect. Listen in as we talk to David Pasztor, founder of UX studio and Ranking Raccoon. You'll learn why they built a platform for link collaboration, how to target transactional keywords, how they’re doing SEO for their own product, and more. Please head over to the episode page for the detailed …

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Jeff Giles, Editor-Author 29:16

5M ago29:16

29:16

Happy Monday, Fabulous Listener! Hope you are all doing amazing on this fabulous Monday. We are excited you have joined us during the 2024 season. We are getting ready to wrap up and are so grateful for your support. This evening, we have an amazing guest, the fabulous Mr. Jeff Giles, sharing his latest book, Langley Powell and the Society for the …

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From Farm to Fiction with Deborah Raney 1:01:19

5M ago1:01:19

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Author Deborah Raney talks about growing up on a farm in Kansas, her early experiences with writing, the realities of the publishing world, dealing with asthma, the impact of self-publishing in today's market, the importance of believing in your own stories, and the role of faith in her career. Follow Deborah Raney: DeborahRaney.com Deborah Raney o…

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252. Politics And Pickle Beer: Our Addiction To Division 2:18:54

5M ago2:18:54

2:18:54

Apologies for the audio quality. Due to a demon infecting the ones & zeros we were forced to use our backup recording. In this episode of Bros Bibles and Beer, we explore various themes including the divisive experience of trying a unique pickle beer, the divisiveness in politics and society, the role of social media in amplifying these divisions, …

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Bonus: Interview with Amy Jeffs author of Saints: A New Legendary of Heroes, Humans, and Magic 1:06:21

5M ago1:06:21

1:06:21

Everybody be on your best behavior because we’ve got an actual expert on saints on the podcast. Please enjoy this interview with author/artist/scholar Amy Jeffs the author of the new book: Saints: A New Legendary of Heroes, Humans, and Magic (the perfect Christmas present and available wherever good books are sold). It’s a fun interview where about…

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Episode 289: OKRs in Product Development with Jeff Gothelf 34:38

5M ago34:38

34:38

How do you make your OKRs truly customer-centric? Our guest today is Jeff Gothelf, a coach, trainer, speaker, and author of five books. You’ll learn how to identify and drive results, why cross-functional collaboration is important in determining OKRs, how to get started with OKRs, and more. Podcast feed: subscribe to https://feeds.simplecast.com/4…

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Life (and absurdity) after death: An Interview with Author Jeff Giles 1:06:56

5M ago1:06:56

1:06:56

In this insightful episode, author Jeff Giles delves into his creative journey, tackling topics such as imposter syndrome, the role of skepticism in storytelling, and the art of crafting multi-dimensional villains. Jeff and Ryan explore the challenges of transitioning from nonfiction to fiction, the complexities of character development, and the di…

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The Evolution of the Music Industry, the Reality of Fame, and Rediscovering Writing with Author Jeff Giles 1:11:19

5M ago1:11:19

1:11:19

Culture writer, author, and podcaster Jeff Giles visits the podcast to discuss his early influences, the evolution of the music industry, the dangers of fame, his experiences in graphic design, how he rediscovered his passion for writing, the balance between creativity and commerce, and the inspiration behind his humorous fiction novel, Langley Pow…

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Saint Christina of Markyate – 5 December 1:14:56

5M ago1:14:56

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Lock yourself in this today and enjoy the tales of the life of Saint Christina of Markyate. A nice lady who was prone to be locked up by her parents, creepy archbishops, and even her "friends" but it was all worth it in the end for her to gain her miraculous powers of being able to read minds and salads(?). Plus, Anna has some miraculous good news …

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John Bonner Hammond, Fantasy/Sci-Fi Author 26:13

6M ago26:13

26:13

Happy Monday, Fabulous Listener! Hope you are all doing amazing on this fabulous Monday. It is Thanksgiving week here in the US and everyone is getting ready for the celebration. For our part, we are getting ready to wrap-up our season, and I’m extremely grateful to you, my dear listener and your continuous support. This evening, we have a fabulous…

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TWD E27 - "Pushing buttons in a good way" - Derek Sheen 1:41:47

6M ago1:41:47

1:41:47

After a long sleepy break, TWD is back with our first ever touring comedian Derek Sheen. We compare notes between "miserable punk tours" and "miserable comedy tours", find out about comedy green room social politics, get some advice from Mom, and learn to sleep with our mouths closed,By Jon Weisnewski and Jeff McNulty

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The Cure - Disintegration (1989) 56:40

6M ago56:40

56:40

Send us a text In picking her favorite album, author K.L. Doty let us know up front that she couldn't settle on just one -- something which we're all familiar with as music fans, right? So we talk about a lot of different music. But in regards to Disintegration by the Cure, specifically, she shared a thought that will land with many of us who have …

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BDTP. Storytelling in SaaS with Stephen Steers 39:06

6M ago39:06

39:06

Today we have another episode of Better Done Than Perfect. Listen in as we talk to Stephen Steers, sales coach, consultant, and storyteller. You'll learn about why you should sell the outcome, how to choose the right story to tell, how to apply storytelling in your sales calls, and more. Please head over to the episode page for the detailed recap a…

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Indie Comic Insights: The Journey from Crowdfunding to Comic Creation and Everything in Between 43:10

6M ago43:10

43:10

In this conversation, Ryan George speaks with Ra'Chaun and Ashes from Lawful Evil Comics about their experiences with crowdfunding for their comic book projects, particularly focusing on their successful Kickstarter campaign for 'Dark Spider' and the upcoming project 'Pyre: Burial at Sea.' They discuss the challenges and lessons learned from their …

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Spiritual Gifts, The Wonder of Christianity, and Fan Fiction with D. T. Powell 57:55

6M ago57:55

57:55

Author and book reviewer D. T. Powell joins Clint for a fascinating conversation about the spiritual gift of mercy, the challenges of navigating emotional connections, how a story helped her understand grace, writing - particularly fan fiction - as a means of expressing her spiritual journey, and much more. Follow D. T. Powell: D. T. Powell on Inst…

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250. It's The End Of The World As We Know It: Election Reactions 1:55:29

6M ago1:55:29

1:55:29

Voting day always comes with its unique stories, doesn't it? Imagine the surprise on my face when one of us decided to write in their dad's name as a candidate! Episode 250 of Bros Bibles & Beer takes you on an introspective journey through the aftermath of the elections, mixing humor with a dash of political exhaustion. We share our personal exper…

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