Best Megan Smyth Podcasts (2025)

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65. The Missing Link in Manifestation: Practical Ways to Change Your Reality with Jamie Berman 57:15

9h ago57:15

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Think manifestation is all wishful thinking and vision boards? Think again! I'm joined by manifestation expert Jamie Berman, who breaks down exactly what manifestation is (and what it’s not), as well as practical ways to apply it to your business. We're diving deep into human psychology, limiting beliefs, and how attachment to your goals might be s…

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Episode 48: Sabretooth: The Dead Don't Talk by Frank Tieri and Michael Sta. Maria 1:10:42

2d ago1:10:42

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Escape the Mojoverse is back to talk the book Matt has been calling "Sabretooth: Dead and Loving it" for about half a year now! We get hyperviolent, conquer New York Gangs, and practice our thousand yard stare with this years delightfully anarchic Sabretooth: The Dead Don't Talk. Sabretooth: The Dead Don't Talk is written by Frank Tieri, art by Mic…

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Absolute Mojoverse Episode 4: Two-Face by Christian Ward and Fábio Veras 48:25

5d ago48:25

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Absolute Mojoverse is back and we're All In on Harvey Dent. We head to the club to read lips, defend Victor Zsasz, and secretly plot escape from mind prison in Two Face Vol 1 by Christian Ward and Fábio Veras Two-Face 1-6 is written by Christian Ward, with art by Fábio Veras, colored by Ivan Plascencia, lettered by Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou with cover …

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"Meals To Die For" Mini-Sode 15:20

7d ago15:20

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Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! While Sarah's away on travel, AJ serves up a quick and curious Mini Sode exploring one of the darkest traditions on death row.... The Last Meal. From a single olive, to an untouched feast. We break down some of the strangest, most symbolic, as well as controversial final meal…

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Life on Mission with Leanne Jarvis // Episode 231 1:19:56

7d ago1:19:56

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Leanne Jarvis is a Certified FEMM Fertility & Hormone Coach, as well as a former FOCUS missionary! She shares her story of athletic ambitions crushed, faith gained, and mission lived both on campus and out in the world! You can find her work at https://rosefem.com/ As always, check out our work, and join our email list, at https://ouroutpost.org/ j…

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64. Pep Talk: You’re Ready RIGHT NOW (Even if You Don’t Feel Like it) 10:02

7d ago10:02

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Waiting until you feel "ready" to pursue your dreams? This episode is your permission slip to take action now, even when you don't feel 100% confident yet. In this quick pep talk episode, I'm sharing the story of how I landed my first copywriting client with zero experience or qualifications—and firing you up to take some bold action of your own! I…

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Episode 47: X-Men the Trial of Magneto by Leah Williams, Valerio Schiti and Lucas Werneck 1:01:56

9d ago1:01:56

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This week the results from our very first fan poll as we read X-Men: The Trial of Magneto: a crossover that ties up loose threads of X-Factor, the book that introduces the Waiting Room, and Wanda trying to make up for the Decimation. Can the book hold the weight of all of that narrative pressure while still being fun and entertaining? Yes, more or …

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Mojo Mini: Moon Knight 1-6 by Jed Mackay and Alessandro Cappuccio and a Convo with Megan from Vigilante Vibes! 1:16:45

12d ago1:16:45

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A two part mini?!? In this economy? It's the return of Also By! Our series where we read the other works of the current X-Men writers and artists! Don't remember that? Well we only did it the one time so far! We read Moon Knight (2021) by Jed Mackay and Alessandro Cappuccio. We talk Batcaves, Jed's insanely tight plotting, and how Marc is much hott…

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e32 - Arizona Heat & Some Good Ole Fashion Street Justice. 41:09

14d ago41:09

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Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! A printing mogul… executed in his own home. His wife — shot and left for dead. His mother-in-law — killed without mercy. A business dispute? Or something darker? Behind it all? Mob ties. Greed. And professional hitmen flown in from out of state. And when the dust settled, the…

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Life on Mission with Luke and Megan Reetz // Episode 230 52:17

14d ago52:17

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This is a rare treat! Luke and Megan Reetz join Joseph on this episode, and Luke was one of the most instrumental men in Joseph's deepening conversion in college. We get to hear how each of them ended up joining FOCUS, what they learned, and how their lives are playing out now on mission! As always, check out our work, and join our email list, at h…

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63. The Power of Organic Marketing: From Idea to Multi-6-Figure Brand with Kelsey Garlock 37:00

14d ago37:00

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What if one creative idea and some scrappy Instagram posts were all you needed to build a 6-figure brand? That’s exactly how Kelsey Garlock launched her company—without paid ads, a big team, or a fancy funnel. She turned a personal challenge into a purpose-driven business, all powered by organic content and a deep understanding of her customer. Kel…

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Episode 46: NYX Vol. 1 by Joe Quesada with Special Guests Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly 1:01:12

16d ago1:01:12

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This week on the podcast we're talking NYX with superstar comics writers Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly "The Hive Mind" You're asking yourself, "didn't they JUST do an episode on NYX with the Hive Mind?" Well, this is about the first one! We talk gritty post 9/11 comics, writing teenagers, and the shocking comic introduction to Laura Kinney. NYX …

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e31 - Oklahoma. "Room 102: A Murder, A Cover-Up, and A Fight for the Truth" 47:44

19d ago47:44

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Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! When motel manager Barry Van Treese was found murdered in Oklahoma City, police quickly zeroed in on Justin Sneed and Richard Glossip. But as the years passed, doubts surrounding Glossip’s conviction—and his looming execution—only grew louder. This week, 50 States, 50 Murders…

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Mojo Reverse: Lore Olympus Vol. 1 by Rachel Smythe 54:07

19d ago54:07

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This week on the mini, it's Allison's turn to drag Matt kicking and screaming into the wonderful world of Webtoon as we read modern retelling of the Hades and Persephone Myth--Lore Olympus. We talk online 'shipping discourse, erotica vs romance tropes, and honestly one of the most wholesome things we've ever read. Art and Writing for Lore Olympus b…

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Life on Mission with Nathan Stanley // Episode 229 52:20

21d ago52:20

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Nathan Stanley, the senior director of Talent and Leadership Development for FOCUS, joins Joseph for this episode, and what a delight it was! Listen in to find out more! As always, check out our work, and join our email list, at https://ouroutpost.org/ join our free resource library platform here catch our other podcast, Love Your Marriage, by clic…

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62. The Unplugged Entrepreneur: How Taking Real Time Off Leads to Bigger Results 30:42

21d ago30:42

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Feel like you're never fully "off" from work? This episode tackles the challenge that so many entrepreneurs face—the inability to truly disconnect from your business, even during designated downtime. If you find yourself constantly thinking about work during evenings and weekends, checking emails on vacation, or unable to enjoy time off because of …

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Episode 45: From the Ashes Month 10! All the New X-Men Comics of April 2025 3:47:58

23d ago3:47:58

3:47:58

Another month another deluge of X-Men comics. This month saw a really strong showing across the brand and was notable for the end of two of the best books of the line--NYX by Collin Kelly and Jackson Lanzing “The Hivemind” and Francesco Mortarino and X-Force by Geoffrey Thorne and Marcus To. Matt--who is writing-- is too sad to put a pithy joke her…

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Mojoverse Premium: NYX Talk Back with Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly "The Hive Mind" 56:45

26d ago56:45

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This week, one of the most daring books of the X-Line came to an end: NYX written by Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly. We sat down with them to go over their process, what they had in mind for an arc three, and what we can look forward to in their Giant-Size X-Men mini series. Jackson and Collin can be found here. If you're listening to this the da…

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e30 - Idaho - "The Siege at Ruby Ridge: Death in the Name of Fear" 41:55

28d ago41:55

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Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! In August 1992, a tense standoff in the mountains of Idaho turned deadly. When U.S. Marshals and the FBI confronted Randy Weaver and his family at Ruby Ridge, the outcome would leave multiple people dead—and the entire country questioning how far law enforcement should go. Th…

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Coached by the Curé with Kevin Wells // Episode 228 1:02:42

28d ago1:02:42

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Joseph talks to author Kevin Wells about St. John Vianney and his lessons for parents today. Purchase Kevin's book here: https://kevinwells.org/books Kevin Wells is a Catholic writer, speaker, and former sports reporter with the Tampa Tribune, where he covered major-league baseball. He is the author of the best-selling Catholic book The Priests We …

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61. Protect What You've Built: Legal Foundations for Online Business with Samantha Bradshaw 46:41

28d ago46:41

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Worried about protecting your business name, content, and ideas? Understanding the legal side of your business doesn't have to be overwhelming. In this episode, lawyer Samantha Bradshaw shares what you need to know about legally protecting your online business. We break down when to invest in trademarks, how to assess your risk level, and what foun…

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Episode 44: Climbing the Claremountain "Days of Future Past" with D'Manada Martini 1:32:48

1M ago1:32:48

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Enough of the tangentially related solos, we're back on the Claremont Climb with Days of Future Past. Joining us is drag star multi-hyphenate D'Manada Martini to discuss doomed timelines, Canadian canibal laws, and queer fandom spaces. Uncanny X-Men 139-142 written by Chris Claremont, Penciled by John Byrne, Inked by Terry Kevin Austin, Lettered by…

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Mojo Mini Young Avengers: Style > Substance by Kieron Gillen and Jamie McKelvie 43:51

1M ago43:51

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It was a fan request, and we put it off to the very last minute! Holy crap what were we thinking? Young Avengers is great! The lesson is: you should read some of those suggestions your friends have been giving you! Young Avengers (2013) 1-5 is written by Kieron Gillen, art by James McKelvie, color by Matthew Wilson and letters by Vc Clayton Cowles …

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Get To Know Your Hosts!! -- Easter Mini Sode 40:38

1M ago40:38

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Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! Good afternoon, we continue to thank all of you out there for listening and continuing to follow along each and every week. We appreciate you all for making 50 States 50 Murders your favorite Murder Mystery Travel Podcast. We hope that all of you had a great Easter and a Happ…

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Do You Have Teammates? // Episode 227 7:45

1M ago7:45

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Do you have a mission? And do you know who around you is working toward the same end? Listen in to find out more! As always, check out our work, and join our email list, at https://ouroutpost.org/ join our free resource library platform here catch our other podcast, Love Your Marriage, by clicking here: https://ouroutpost.org/podcasts/ see what we …

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60. 5 Books That Completely Changed the Course of My Business 31:19

1M ago31:19

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Today’s episode is all about books, one of my favorite ways to invest time and grow as an entrepreneur. While courses and conferences can be great, you don’t always have to spend money to level up. With countless blogs, podcasts, YouTube videos, and books available for free, there’s no shortage of knowledge available to fuel your business growth. I…

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Episode 43: Pools of Blood by Cody Ziglar 1:15:49

1M ago1:15:49

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This week we talk Deadpool vs Miles Morales. Two legacy characters that should shoulder the narrative focus for Marvel in the next few decades. Also, Wade Wilson is there! Listen as we implore Marvel to spend less money on movies, talk balancing dumb jokes, and do the dumbest version of Allison's long-running game ever. Deadpool Vol 10 and Spider-M…

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Mojo Mini: What's your X-Men Enneagram with Shayleigh Ward 39:01

1M ago39:01

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This week on an increasingly rare Mojo Mini, we sit down with our X-Men novice friend Shayleigh Ward to discuss our Enneagrams and read a screen rant listicle to see what X-Character maps on to our personality traits. "Which X-Men Character Are You, Based On Your Enneagram Type?" Written by Shawn S Lealos Shayleigh Ward runs the Arcana Affirmations…

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e29 The Lore of Louisiana & The Tale of a Father's Revenge 1:06:00

1M ago1:06:00

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Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! Thank you for tuning into episode 29 of 50 States 50 Murders. This week we head down to the swamps of Louisiana. One of AJ's most desired states to visit... we talk about the history of Louisiana as well as some interesting facts and unusual laws. Louisiana ranks atop all of …

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Are You a Spy? // Episode 226 19:20

1M ago19:20

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Happy Spy Wednesday? Odds are good, we all operate as spies in the kingdom of God, from time to time. Today's a good day to repent and stop! As always, check out our work, and join our email list, at https://ouroutpost.org/ join our free resource library platform here catch our other podcast, Love Your Marriage, by clicking here: https://ouroutpost…

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59. 3 Shifts To Attract Higher-Quality Leads 37:35

1M ago37:35

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Sick of clients expecting the world for pennies? It’s not bad luck—it’s a signal. The way you talk about what you do, how you present your offers, and how you move people through your sales process all play a role in the type of clients you attract. The biggest misconception? That higher-paying clients come with time and experience. Better clients …

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Episode 42: Scarlet Witch by Steve Orlando 1:36:57

1M ago1:36:57

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We're really stretching that "X-Men Comics" part of the title to its limit this week, but honestly, the Scarlet Witch has been quietly one of the most consistent titles that Marvel publishes and she's certainly X-adjacent. We read the whole of Steve Orlando's Scarlet Witch in preparation for next month's Scarlet Witch and the Vision. Scarlet Witch …

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Mojoverse Premium: Interview with Erica Schultz 1:16:35

2M ago1:16:35

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This month on the Mojoverse Premium Interview Show, Allison sits down with Laura Kinney: Wolverine author Erica Schultz to talk Laura's new status quo, the benefits of working with a team who "gets it" and how Erica has crafted one of the best books of the From the Ashes era. Erica Schultz is a Ringo Award nominee and the current writer of Spawn Ra…

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Life on Mission with Jared Smyth // Episode 225 1:11:43

2M ago1:11:43

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We had the delight of hosting Jared Smyth, vice president at Communio and former FOCUS missionary (and Joseph's former missionary!) for this episode! For those in marriage ministry/parish ministry/diocesan ministry, check out Communio and let Jared know if you're interested in their services at [email protected]! As always, check out our work, an…

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58. How to Create an Offer That Sells Itself (No Convincing Required) 30:55

2M ago30:55

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If you’ve ever felt like you had to convince people to buy what you’re offering, or you’ve found yourself second-guessing your price and wondering why your offer isn’t selling…this episode is your reset button. I’m walking you through a simple yet powerful framework for creating an offer you’re genuinely excited to sell—and your audience is eager t…

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Episode 41: Gambit by Howard Mackie and Lee Weeks with Nikhil Clayton 58:35

2M ago58:35

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A few weeks ago on the podcast, Matt was coerced to admit he doesn't like Gambit. This week, we call upon TikTok and YouTube star Nikhil Clayton (a noted Gambit superfan) to see if we can't convince him otherwise. We talk Gambit's first solo foray, learn about the thieves and assassins guilds, and ask why Gambit was picking that lock if he was just…

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Mojoverse Premium: Sentinels by Alex Paknadel and Justin Mason with Alex Paknadel 1:03:09

2M ago1:03:09

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In this episode, we sit down with Sentinels and Asonishing X-Men scribe Alex Paknadel to talk about nasty protagonists, robot cops, and Mark Russell's really incredible hair. Alex Paknadel is the writer of Sentinels alongside artist Justin Mason, Colored by Fredrico Blee, Lettered by VC's Travis Lanham, and Edited by Darren Shan Alex Paknadel is al…

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e28 Be Careful Who You Trust In Iowa & The Case of Breasia Terrell 1:16:00

2M ago1:16:00

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Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! We are back from Spring Break and we are heading back to the great Midwest - Visiting the Hawkeye State of Iowa. We talk about some odd laws, some places to see some things to do as well as some infamous murderers who ran across this state. Our own case of the week for episod…

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Life on Mission with John and Caitlin Wojtasek // Episode 224 1:11:55

2M ago1:11:55

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John and Caitilin Wojtasek are two lovely former missionaries and we are delighted to have hosted them on the podcast! They share their missionary journeys as well as their struggles with infertility as a married couple, and we hope you find their story to be a blessing to you! You can find out more about John's work here: https://goldeneaglecreati…

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57. Create a Category of One: Branding Secrets to Set Your Business Apart with Zuza Hicks 1:01:11

2M ago1:01:11

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There are a million online businesses out there…but there’s only one you. The more crowded the online space becomes and the more AI-generated content floods our feeds, the more we crave genuine human connection. And the best way to stand out is to be YOU with a brand that reflects your unique vision, voice, and values. Zuza Hicks is the owner of Ni…

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Episode 40: From the Ashes Month 9! X-Manhunt and all the other X-Men comics of March 2025 3:21:04

2M ago3:21:04

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What a breeze! Only a paltry 18 X-Men comics in March. This month saw the second crossover of the X-Men from the Ashes era. Storm goes Dark Phoenix, Scott gets punched, frozen, and stabbed, and Charles tells his kids to try the soup! Matt does a bit about the soup Charles mentions in X-Manhunt Omega that ends at 4:31 or you can find the recipe for …

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Absolute Mojoverse Episode 3: Absolute Superman "The Last Dust of Krypton" by Jason Aaron and Rafa Sandoval 54:24

2M ago54:24

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Absolute Mojoverse is here one last time--this month--to mine really fast, smell really nice, and stop ourselves from killing that jerk Peacemaker. Also we talk Absolute Batman 6, because we were dumb and didn't understand that "The Zoo" was six parts... We're new to DC! CW: Brief mention of suicide Absolute Batman #6 "The Zoo Part 6" is written by…

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Life on Mission with Thomas Ripplinger // Episode 223 48:55

2M ago48:55

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Thomas Ripplinger spent two years as a full-time Catholic missionary at Michigan Technological University, and is still living mission today with his wife and children in a small town in Wisconsin. Join us for a delightful conversation! As always, check out our work, and join our email list, at https://ouroutpost.org/ join our free resource library…

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56. Quarterly Planning: The Blueprint for Your Most Productive 90 Days Ever 24:53

2M ago24:53

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Ever feel like you start each quarter with big goals, only to lose momentum a few weeks in? The problem isn’t your ambition—it’s your planning process. In this episode, I’m sharing the simple but effective system I use to set goals, stay focused, and actually follow through. We’ll cover the key things to review before setting new goals, the three t…

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Episode 39 Grant Morrison's New X-Men: Here Comes Tomorrow with Chad Anderson from the Graymalkin Lane Podcast 1:08:50

2M ago1:08:50

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We're wrapping up Grant Morrison's X-Men opus with a challenging, far-future story and a reveal about a nasty little germ that's been plotting against our heroes the entire time. Superstar X-Men podcaster Chad Anderson joins us to help keep the continuity straight with this pretty out-there tale. New X-Men 151-154 "Here Comes Tomorrow" written by G…

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Absolute Mojoverse Episode 2: Absolute Wonder Woman "The Last Amazon" by Kelly Thompson and Hayden Sherman 49:27

2M ago49:27

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Absolute Mojoverse is back to sacrifice an arm and feed our dead horse some magic--duh--in the incredible Absolute Wonder Woman by Kelly Thompson and Hayden Sherman CW: Discussion of rape and assault Absolute Wonder Woman is written by Kelly Thompson with Art by Hayden Sherman, Colors by Jordie Bellaire and Letters by Becca Carey. Wonder Woman crea…

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e27 - New Jersey , New Laws & The Case of Megan Kanka 1:08:27

2M ago1:08:27

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Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! Join us for Episode 27. The return of Co-Host Sarah, this week we are heading to the Garden State of New Jersey. A New State, with a new case, and a New Law that was implemented nation wide that still serves as a protection in todays world. For this weeks discussion points we…

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Life on Mission with Amanda Teixeira // Episode 222 46:18

2M ago46:18

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We're joined with Amanda Teixeira, co-founder of WalletWin, to talk about her time as a full-time missionary and the lessons and fruit that came from years with FOCUS and beyond! Hear how she was at the beginning of both FOCUS Greek and FOCUS Summer Projects! In January 2012, FOCUS missionary Amanda Teixeira, and her husband, Jonathan, had $25,000 …

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Episode 38 Grant Morrison's New X-Men: Planet X with Gianni Palumbo from Biff! Bam! Pow! 1:22:21

2M ago1:22:21

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In the penultimate episode of our exploration of Grant Morrison's New X-Men we finally reach the twist that has been nigh impossible to keep from spoiling Allison (spoiler, we didn't; she figured it out) Gianni Palumbo from Biff! Bam! Pow! joins us to talk one of his favorites Planet X. New X-Men 146-150 "Planet X" Written by Grant Morrison, Pencil…

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Absolute Mojoverse Episode 1: Absolute Batman "The Zoo" By Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta 51:48

3M ago51:48

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In the first episode of Absolute Mojoverse, we hit the gym and brandish our knives and axes as we break down the first arc of Absolute Batman. Absolute Batman 1-5 "The Zoo" is written by Scott Snyder with art by Nick Dragotta, Colors by Frank Martin and Letters by Clayton Cowles. Issue 4 art by Gabriel Hernandez Walta. If you have a comment or ques…

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