Building your faith while learning how to heal the sick! RiverGate Church stands as a place of healing, deliverance, prophetic training, community, and a consistent place to be encountered by the Holy Spirit. If this podcast has been a blessing to you and you’d like to support the mission's ministry of RiverGate Church, we invite you to make a donation. Your generosity helps extend the impact of this work and allows us to reach more people with hope and healing. You can give electronically u ...
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Life is freaking hard. We are all doing hard things every single day – things like loving and losing; caring for children and parents; forging and ending friendships; battling addiction, illness, and loneliness; struggling in our jobs, our marriages, and our divorces; setting boundaries; and fighting for equality, purpose, freedom, joy, and peace. On We Can Do Hard Things, Glennon Doyle, author of UNTAMED; her wife Abby Wambach; and her sister Amanda Doyle do the only thing they’ve found tha ...
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All episodes starting in 2022 feature better audio and fewer ads! The Paracast is a paranormal radio show that takes you on a journey to a world beyond science, where UFOs, poltergeists and strange phenomena of all kinds have been reported by millions. The Paracast seeks to shed light on the mysteries and complexities of our Universe and the secrets that surround us in our everyday lives. Join long-time paranormal writer and researcher Gene Steinberg, a team of knowledgeable guest cohosts, a ...
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Taking scripture at its word can lead to extraordinary outcomes. Pastor Linda Budd from Rivergate Church in Tulsa believes that when the Bible instructs believers to "lay hands on the sick and see them recover," it's not just ancient history—it's a present-day calling. Pastor Linda shares how she's cultivated what she calls a "healing anointing" ov…
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How Their Friendship Became a Revolution | Leisha Hailey & Kate Moennig of The L Word 03, 2025
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51:29416. How Their Friendship Became a Revolution | Leisha Hailey & Kate Moennig of The L Word Leisha Hailey and Kate Moennig, stars of The L Word, discuss their new book, “So Gay for You: Friendship, Found Family, and the Show That Started It All,” an intimate, hilarious memoir of art, friendship and queerness. How Kate and Leisha met; their first imp…
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Classic Episode: November 4, 2007 — Antigravity: Boyd Bushman
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1:48:22Senior scientist Boyd Bushman talks about anti-gravity and other cutting-edge scientific developments. Find out why this episode, from 2007, may indeed be one of the most controversial shows ever aired on The Paracast. Sadly, Bushman died in 2014; cohost David Biedny died in 2024. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast…
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The Power of Prayer Transforms Bodies and Lives
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2:08Divine healing remains one of the most powerful yet controversial aspects of faith. Pastor Linda Budd of Rivergate Church in Tulsa takes us on a journey through her ministry of physical healing, grounded in her literal interpretation of scripture. With conviction and compassion, she shares how she has pursued a "healing anointing" for years, leadin…
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The Best Advice We’ve Ever Received (Best Of)
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54:27The Best Advice We’ve Ever Received Today, Glennon, Abby, and Amanda remember – and share! – the best advice they’ve ever received: How to honor your needs and become the ultimate expert of you; Why we all need a friend who believes in our greatness; How to encourage your kids to live open-hearted; And why Glennon’s truest thing is that she doesn’t…
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June 1, 2025 — Paul Dale Roberts, Paranormal Soul Brother and Phil D’Asaro
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1:50:01Gene and cohost Tim Swartz present a super special paranormal roundtable discussion featuring Paul Dale Roberts, Paranormal Soul Brother (Xandean X) and Phil D'Asaro. Paul is also known as The Demon Warrior and is a Fortean Investigator who investigates all things paranormal from ghosts to demons to cryptids to UFOs. He has investigated loads paran…
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How to Find DELIGHT Today (and Every Day) with Ross Gay (Best Of)
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1:02:11Ross Gay teaches us how to notice delight and joy in our everyday lives. We discuss: concrete ways to rediscover and capture joy every day; how to rebuild your “delight muscle”; how to dissolve the myth of disconnection between us; and how to “unknow” our people so we can delight in them. About Ross: Ross Gay is an American poet, essayist, and prof…
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Divine Acceleration: When Surgeons Meet Miracles
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2:02What happens when scripture is taken literally and applied to physical healing? Pastor Linda Budd of Rivergate Church in Tulsa has spent years pursuing what she calls a "healing anointing" – the divine ability to help people recover from sickness and disease through prayer. Her journey hasn't been theoretical; it's filled with dozens of real-life t…
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Tingling, Heat, and Healing: Signs of God's Work
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2:33The remarkable healing ministry of Pastor Linda Budd takes center stage in this powerful episode that explores divine healing through faith and prayer. Based at Rivergate Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Pastor Linda shares her compelling journey of pursuing a "healing anointing" after taking Scripture literally about laying hands on the sick to see them…
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Are You Addicted to Drama? How to Know & How to Fix it with Dr. Scott Lyons
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59:49415. Are You Addicted to Drama? How to Know & How to Fix it with Dr. Scott Lyons Dr. Scott Lyons, a licensed holistic psychologist and author, discusses the concept of drama addiction. He explains the physiological and psychological mechanisms behind this addiction, how to know if you have one, and how we can begin to break free from these cycles. …
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Classic Episode: June 7, 2009 — UFO Disinformation: Greg Bishop
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1:51:59We present veteran UFO researcher, talk show host and writer Greg Bishop, who engages in a wide-ranging conversation just about the UFOs themselves, but his recommended reading list on the subject, our belief systems and lots, lots more. Greg will even explain why he’s willing to listen to some of those discredited UFO disinformation agents, at lea…
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What happens when scripture is taken literally? Pastor Linda Budd of Rivergate Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma demonstrates the power of unwavering faith through her healing ministry. Believing firmly in the biblical instruction to "lay hands on the sick and see them recover," Linda has dedicated years to developing a healing anointing that has transform…
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Got Pain? There's a Shoulder With Your Name On It
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3:36The miraculous often happens in unexpected places. Pastor Linda Budd from Rivergate Church shares her journey of pursuing what she calls a "healing anointing" through years of faithful ministry. Taking scripture at its word—specifically the biblical mandate to lay hands on the sick—Linda has witnessed countless healings across the spectrum of human…
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Candace Parker: WHAT’S THE COST OF GREATNESS?
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56:35414. Candace Parker: WHAT’S THE COST OF GREATNESS? Basketball legend, Candace Parker, joins Abby and Amanda to discuss her illustrious career, her new book, The Can Do Mindset, and explore themes of ambition, sacrifice, and the cost of greatness. -The surprising reason Candace doesn’t like fame, and what she wants instead -Candace’s distinction bet…
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Classic Episode: June 1, 2008 — God Theory: Dr. Bernard Haisch
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1:52:21Explore the frontiers of reality and the universal consciousness with Dr. Bernard Haisch, author of "The God Theory." Does science accept the reality of God? And what form might a supreme being take? You'll discover lots of intriguing information to consider. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold…
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From Broken Ribs to New Beginnings: A Pastor's Healing Journey
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4:07What happens when biblical promises of healing collide with modern medical diagnoses? Pastor Linda Budd of Rivergate Church in Tulsa takes us on an extraordinary journey through her healing ministry, where the supernatural becomes tangible. Linda shares her conviction that Scripture's mandate to "lay hands on the sick" isn't merely symbolic but dee…
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QUITTING: When is it time to let something or someone go? (Best Of)
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1:03:131. The one question to ask yourself when deciding whether it’s time to quit something. 2. Why Glennon actually believes that quitting each day is necessary for her survival. 3. The big quits that led Abby to Glennon. 4. Amanda’s unexpected great relief—and hope for your relief—in learning about how we’re all just as happy as we’re ever going to be.…
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May 25, 2025 — Film Historian Gary D. Rhodes
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1:50:01Gene and cohost Tim Swartz feature Gary D. Rhodes. He is a renowned film historian and author with a passion for uncovering the forgotten stories of horror cinema. He’s a world expert on Bela Lugosi and Dracula, and will reveal the secrets of the tragic life story of this world-famous horror film legend. He will also talk about his book, "Weirdumen…
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How to Love Your Body Now with Carson Tueller (Best Of)
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1:05:551. The question Carson’s sister asked that made him radically reimagine his life. 2. Why Carson is having the best sex of his life. 3. How Carson received sign-off from his Mormon Bishop for his first queer date. 4. The accident that left Carson paralyzed from the chest down at 23. 5. How ableism hurts us all. About Carson: Carson Tueller is a coac…
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From Parkinson's to Praise: A Pastor's Journey of Faith Healing
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2:26Witness the extraordinary power of faith healing through the ministry of Pastor Linda Budd from Rivergate Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Taking Scripture at its word—specifically the command to "lay hands on the sick and see them recover"—Linda has dedicated years to pursuing what she calls a "healing anointing," with remarkable results. Pastor Linda d…
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7 Questions To Reclaim Yourself with Dr. Thema Bryant
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1:04:15413. 7 Questions To Reclaim Yourself with Dr. Thema Bryant Psychologist, author, professor, and minister, Dr. Thema Bryant, joins us to explore how to rebuild a relationship with yourself and why healing that relationship is the foundation for real connection with others. -The essential shift to stop believing your wounded self is your whole self -…
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December 20, 2009 —Lunar Mysteries: Don Ecker & Robert Kiviat
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1:52:52UFO researcher and talk show host Don Ecker and Robert Kiviat, writer and producer of “Alien Autopsy: Fact or Fiction?” and other TV shows on paranormal topics, join us to talk about ongoing Moon discoveries and the amazing lunar/astronaut connection. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standar…
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Beyond Medical Limits: A Pastor's Journey into Miraculous Healing
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2:46The supernatural power of faith healing takes center stage as Pastor Linda Budd shares her remarkable journey pursuing what she calls a "healing anointing." Drawing from her literal interpretation of scripture and years of ministry at Rivergate Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Pastor Budd offers compelling evidence of divine intervention in physical ailm…
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Laying Hands and Witnessing Recoveries: How God's Glory Manifests
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5:01What happens when Biblical promises of healing manifest in extraordinary ways? Pastor Linda Budd doesn't just believe in healing—she witnesses it regularly through her ministry at Rivergate Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The atmosphere shifts dramatically during a service in Coffeyville, Kansas, as Pastor Linda describes the unmistakable presence of Go…
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Trusting Yourself Again with Dr. Hillary McBride
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1:01:02412. Trusting Yourself Again with Dr. Hillary McBride Psychologist and researcher, Dr. Hillary McBride, joins us to discuss healing spiritual wounds and learning to trust yourself again. -Why every family is a religion—and every adult is healing from it-How we lose touch with our own needs and desires—and the steps to reconnect and trust ourselves …
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Classic Episode: April 6, 2008 — UFO Disclosure: Stephen Bassett
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1:51:56Outspoken UFO activist and UFO disclosure advocate and lobbyist Steve Bassett returned to The Paracast to discuss UFO disclosure and the X-Conference 2008. The real question is, after many years of proclaiming imminent disclosure, has anything actually changed since then? You decide! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podc…
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Glory Falls in Coffeyville: One Sunday's Healing Miracles
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2:40The supernatural meets everyday life in this powerful testimony from Pastor Linda Budd of Rivergate Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Linda shares her journey of pursuing what she calls a "healing anointing"—a divine ability to minister physical healing through prayer and the laying on of hands. With unwavering conviction in the literal interpretation of …
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Glennon and Abby on Finding Family Success, from IMO
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1:11:35Recently, Glennon and Abby had the pleasure of being guests on a new podcast from our dear friend Michelle Obama, called IMO. You know on WCDHT, we have insightful conversations that give fresh perspectives, uplift you and leave you feeling more fulfilled. And on IMO, Michelle and her big brother Craig Robinson bring candid perspectives to the ever…
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May 18, 2025 — Presidents & UFOs: Grant Cameron
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1:50:01Gene and cohost Tim Swartz present a return appearance from Grant Cameron, who has, for over three decades, explored what U.S. Presidents know about UFOs. Are they fully informed of the extent of the phenomenon or is it kept a secret from them unless there's a compelling "need to know?" Grant is the recipient of the Leeds Conference International R…
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How to Spot a Narcissist with Caroline Strawson (Best Of)
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1:07:50Trauma therapist (and survivor of marriage to a narcissist) Caroline Strawson joins us to discuss: how to know if someone’s really a narcissist; how to know if you’re more likely to get into a relationship with a narcissist (and avoid it); strategies for parallel parenting with a narcissist; how the brain and body respond to narcissists; and how to…
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Healing the Roots: A Pastor's Story of Spiritual Liberation
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5:25Spiritual freedom often requires addressing the root causes of our struggles. This episode shares a remarkable testimony of healing and deliverance that occurred during one of my miracle services at Rivergate Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma. A young couple visited our service, and I felt led to tell them that "infertility would not be a problem" for them…
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Imagine if you could ask someone anything you wanted about their finances. On What We Spend, people from across the country and across the financial spectrum are opening their wallets—and their lives—to tell you everything: what they make, what they want, and—for one week—what they spend. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices …
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Wrestling Angels & Turning Water to Wine: Your Time is Now
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4:01Pastor Linda Budd takes us on a faith-building journey exploring the power of persistence in receiving divine breakthrough. Drawing from her experience as a pastor at Rivergate Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, she shares how taking Scripture literally has fueled her healing ministry and yielded remarkable results across various diseases and infirmities. …
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Inside Trump’s Personal Profits: His Abuse of Power for Private Deals & Who is Paying the Price | Jessica Yellin & Amanda
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59:10411. Inside Trump’s Personal Profits: His Abuse of Power for Private Deals & Who is Paying the Price | Jessica Yellin & Amanda Award-winning journalist Jessica Yellin joins Amanda to expose how Trump’s personal profit, political power grabs, and selective immigration policies are reshaping American democracy—and what we can do about it. From the sc…
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Classic Episode: December 30, 2012 — UFO Expert Don Ecker
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1:57:59Gene and Chris present a year-end retrospective with long-term researcher Don Ecker, host of the Dark Matters radio show. During this episode we'll explore not just Don's outspoken opinions about UFO and paranormal research, but his views about pop culture as well. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-th…
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When 22 Losses Meet One Moment of Divine Intervention
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3:30What happens when grief becomes so overwhelming it feels like a physical weight? Pastor Linda Budd reveals powerful insights about spiritual healing that transcend conventional understanding of both physical and emotional pain. Linda shares her journey as a faith healer at Rivergate Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she takes scripture literally – "…
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Breaking Spiritual Bondage: From Bell's Palsy to Depression
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2:12Ever wondered if faith could move mountains—or heal bodies? Pastor Linda Budd takes us on a remarkable journey through her healing ministry at Rivergate Church in Tulsa, where Scripture comes alive through touch and prayer. Pastor Budd approaches healing with unwavering conviction, taking biblical instructions to "lay hands on the sick" as literal …
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Are You a Cynic, Optimist, or Skeptic? Dr. Jamil Zaki Shares Which Type is Happiest
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1:01:26410. Are You a Cynic, Optimist, or Skeptic? Dr. Jamil Zaki Shares Which Way is Happiest Dr. Jamil Zaki–a Stanford psychologist and director of their Social Neuroscience Lab–discusses how worldviews like optimism, cynicism, and skepticism shape our lives, health, and relationships. -The three lies we tell ourselves about cynicism -Why we need to st…
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Classic Episode: July 4, 2010 — Greg Bishop and Former Agent Walter Bosley
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1:55:16Co-host Greg Bishop joins Gene to present a return visit from former government operative Walter Bosley, who expands not only on his personal experiences, but on a whole range of paranormal subjects. Over the years, he has argued in favor of a secret breakaway civilization. Bosley also responds to some of the comments about his encounters from The …
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When Faith Heals: Stories from a Pastor Who Takes Scripture Literally
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2:03What happens when a pastor takes the Bible's healing promises literally? Pastor Linda Budd of Rivergate Church in Tulsa shares her remarkable journey into faith healing ministry and the extraordinary results she's witnessed firsthand. For years, Pastor Budd has dedicated herself to developing what she calls a "healing anointing," faithfully praying…
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Mothers & Sons with Ocean Vuong (and Chase Melton) (Best Of)
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1:03:12Glennon’s son, Chase, joins Glennon for a special conversation with his hero, author Ocean Vuong, to discuss: 1. Chase shares with Ocean the impact his work has had in his life–and Glennon thanks Ocean for helping mother her son. 2. What Ocean learned from his mother about how to navigate being an Asian boy in America–and Glennon’s recognition that…
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May 11, 2025 — Filmmaker Christopher Garetano
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1:50:01Gene and cohost Tim Swartz present a return visit from documentary filmmaker Christopher Garetano. He is the creator and director of the award-winning docudrama, Montauk Chronicles (2015). He is also co-creator, co-director, executive producer and co-host of the History Channel’s The Dark Files (2017). In 2019, Christopher created, executive produc…
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Jenny Lawson is Broken (in the Best Possible Way) (Best Of)
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1:07:321. Content warning: Discussion of suicide. 2. Jenny puts words to her experience of ADD – "being a kitten on cocaine" – and her anxiety – seeing "rainbow fire.” 3. How Jenny felt guilty for years about a way her mental illness impacted her mothering – only to later learn it was her child’s favorite memory. 4. The moment she decided to be honest abo…
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What if the key to breaking free from addiction and disease isn't found in medicine but in faith? Pastor Linda Budd's powerful testimony challenges conventional thinking about healing and recovery. At Rivergate Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Pastor Linda has dedicated years to developing what she calls a "healing anointing"—a divine ability to facilita…
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Whether you're dealing with pain, limited motion, or an old injury, this episode is for you. Pastor Linda Budd prays for healing in the shoulder—inviting you to activate your faith and move freely again. Have a prayer request? Send us a text! Support the show If this podcast has been a blessing to you and you’d like to support the mission's ministr…
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The Woman Who Spoke Truth To Trump: Bishop Budde
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57:43409. The Woman Who Spoke Truth To Trump: Bishop Budde Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde, during President Trump's inauguration service, delivered a powerful sermon on unity and directly appealed to the President for mercy on behalf of vulnerable communities. Today, she joins us to discuss her courageous stand and explore how we can embody both strength an…
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Classic Episode: June 30, 2013 — Kevin D. Randle on UFOs
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1:58:02Gene and Chris present a wide-ranging discussioj with Kevin D. Randle, who returns to The Paracast to discuss his appearance before the 2013 Citizen Hearing on Disclosure, and his book, "Alien Mysteries, Conspiracies and Cover-Ups." This wide-ranging interview will cover the latest news about the Roswell "Dream Team" investigation, why theories abo…
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Do you struggle with dizziness, vertigo, or feeling off balance? In this episode, Pastor Linda Budd offers a prayer for stability and healing. Take a moment, stand in faith, and receive freedom from disorientation. Have a prayer request? Send us a text! Support the show If this podcast has been a blessing to you and you’d like to support the missio…
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What happens when someone takes the biblical mandate to "lay hands on the sick" literally? Pastor Linda Budd of Rivergate Church in Tulsa shares her remarkable journey pursuing a healing anointing and the extraordinary results she's witnessed. "I've prayed for people dozens of times over the years and I see so many get healed," Pastor Linda explain…
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What Abby Learned On Tour with Tish
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1:03:44408. What Abby Learned On Tour with Tish Last year, Tish went on her very first international music tour. Today Abby, Glennon, and Amanda reflect on what it was like to watch Tish step toward her dream and how they, especially Abby, supported her through her journey. -How this tour changed and solidified Abby and Tish’s relationship forever -What t…
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