Parhaat Great Stories Podcastit (2024)

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What Gen Z & Millennials Wish Their Parents Knew About Their Faith 27:47

15h ago27:47

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Many are worried about the next generation. Will Gen Z and Millennials follow Jesus? And how do we pray for them? On today's episode of the Great Stories Podcast, David Wollen meets up with Blake Glosson and Kassie McDowell, two young Christians who help answer these questions and more. If you’ve ever been concerned about how the church can reach y…

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The Crimson Compassion: Rav Shmuel's Impeccable Compassion 3:38

4d ago3:38

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Have you ever witnessed an act of kindness so subtle yet profound that it stayed with you forever? That's exactly what we unravel in our latest episode, featuring the story of Rav Shmuel Kamenetzky and his fiery red tie on the solemn day of Yom Kippur. True wisdom often manifests in the smallest gestures, and we're sharing an extraordinary example …

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The 17-Year "Overnight Success" of James Patterson 14:11

5d ago14:11

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In this episode, you'll learn-- how James Patterson became the best selling author of the past two centuries how Patterson collaborated with fellow authors to produce more than 100 titles how Patterson used his experience as an advertising executive to inform his marketing efforts for his books how it took Patterson 17 years of writing to reach com…

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How Maui Slowed The Sun 25:22

7d ago25:22

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Maui the trickster is fed up with Ra the Sun. Ra is so lazy, that he’s always rushing across the sky to get back to his bed again. This leaves the days so short that Maui doesn’t have enough time to do all his chores. Maui and his brothers set out on a quest to capture the sun, and teach him a lesson. But is it possible to stop something so hot and…

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History of Food Delivery 23:21

11d ago23:21

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This fortnight, we thought that we should unpack the history of food delivery across the world. So, throughout this episode, we will discuss the first meal delivery provided to the King and Queen of Italy in 1889, followed by the first official meal delivery service started in India in 1890, Chinese meal delivery in America during the 1920s, WWII d…

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Episode 59: Who's-Dead McCarthy by Kevin Barry 27:27

23d ago27:27

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Trev Downey reads and then discusses Who's-Dead McCarthy by Kevin Barry

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Ray Kroc: Hero or Villain? Uncovering the Truth Behind McDonald's 1:05:57

25d ago1:05:57

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We dig deep into Ray Kroc and how he and the Mcdonald brothers created the fast food revolution What was Ray Kroc really like? Was he a shyster, a lucky salesman or true visionary? Is he really a villain as the movie made him out to be-And crucially, did Ray Kroc renege on an agreement to pay the McdOnalds brothers commission on all sales going for…

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Horst Fiebig on What it Means to be a Prayer Warrior 28:27

8d ago28:27

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You see them in every church. You might have one in your family. You may even be one yourself. Prayer warriors are faithful saints who lift the needs and requests of others up to the Lord, often serving in the background. They are an invaluable part of any christian community, and we need them now more than ever. On today's episode of the Great Sto…

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Anansi and the Tug of War 20:39

14d ago20:39

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A lively re-telling of a traditional African tale, Anansi might be cunning, but he’s also just a small, spider, so can he really beat Elephant in a tug of war? Listen to gifted storyteller Emily Hennessey and find out if brains are more important than size. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Dr. Alister McGrath On C.S. Lewis' Life and Transition From Atheism to Christianity (repost) 24:07

14d ago24:07

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Originally recorded in 2013, 50 years after the death of C.S. Lewis, Charles Morris had a conversation with Dr. Alister McGrath to shed new light on the most famous atheist-turned-Christian of the 20th century. Dr. McGrath has written one of the most comprehensive biographies on the life of C.S. Lewis. After reading every surviving document Lewis h…

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Hey Ho! 27:36

21d ago27:36

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Can a cheeky, talking pot save the day for a poor farmer and his wife who are down on their luck? Listen to this lively, interactive tale from Denmark told by master storyteller Daniel Morden and find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesKirjoittanut Wardour Studios

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Lee Strobel: The Story Behind ‘The Case for Christ‘ (repost) 25:02

21d ago25:02

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Can evidence and faith go hand-in-hand? When Lee Strobel was an award-winning journalist for the Chicago Tribune, he would have said ‘no.’ This idea led him down a path to investigate the truth claims of Christianity. The result was life-altering. Many know his story through the bestselling book “The Case for Christ.” Today, Lee Strobel joins Charl…

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Bitesize: How to Navigate Technology 11:43

26d ago11:43

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Hi everyone, and welcome to our third Bitesize episode for this year! For this fortnightly episode, we wanted to discuss how to navigate technology as an older adult. We hope that this episode is beneficial in some way and clears up some of the difficulties and misconceptions that people have about navigating modern technology. Enjoy listening! Fol…

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Anansi and the Unknown Challenge 31:30

28d ago31:30

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Anansi is always boasting about how clever he is. The king is not happy. He decides to set Anansi an impossible challenge - one which will he thinks will get rid of that trickster once and for all. Anansi is confident he can trick anyone out of anything….but can he trick Death - the master trickster? Listen to Wendy Shearer telling this captivating…

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Russell Berger on Faith After Atheism 21:42

28d ago21:42

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An atheist-turned-Christian, Russell Berger has walked the opposite path that we’re seeing so many young people take today. Whether that’s turning their backs on Christianity for good or adopting a progressive version of the gospel, Russell’s story is a helpful reminder that God is in the business of saving His lost sheep. On today’s episode of the…

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Episode 58: A Painful Case by James Joyce 53:32

29d ago53:32

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Trev Downey reads and then discusses A Painful Case by James Joyce

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Misery 30:33

1M ago30:33

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Do you ever feel that everything is against you and unhappiness is following you around like a smelly dog? Well, you’re not alone. In this trickster tale from Poland, nothing seems to go right for a young couple. Until one day, they decide to try a bit of trickery. Can they succeed in banishing misery from their lives? Listen to this tale brilliant…

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Alisa Childers on the Perils of Deconstruction and Postmodern Theology 21:04

1M ago21:04

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Alisa Childers is a former CCM recording artist with the Dove award-winning group ZOEgirl. But once she came off the road in her mid-thirties, she suffered a crisis of faith. The source of her newfound uncertainty and doubt? Her secretly deconstructing pastor. On today's episode of the Great Stories Podcast, Alisa shares the story of her detour int…

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Alex Haley's History Lesson for 140 Million Americans 13:40

1M ago13:40

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In this episode, listeners will learn-- How Alex Haley learned the craft of writing in the Coast Guard How Haley became the preeminent interviewer of famous African Americans and other celebrities How his first book, The Autobiography of Malcolm X, made publishing history and made Haley a household name How his family story, Roots, won awards and s…

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Finn McCool and the Seven Little Helpers 36:11

1M ago36:11

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To mark St Patrick’s Day, Kate Corkery is back with a hair-raising tale about Finn McCool. It’s a quest story stuffed with giants, witches and princes in peril. Can Finn rescue the kidnapped princes from a wicked witch? With a little help from his friends, anything is possible. Warning this story is a teeny bit scary. Learn more about your ad choic…

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Food Across the Decades 19:55

1M ago19:55

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Hi everyone! We had a lot of fun researching and recording this episode about food throughout the years, from the Middle Ages to the 1920s, and we hope that you enjoy listening! Follow us on social media! Instagram: mealsonwheelssa Twitter: mealsonwheelssa TikTok: measonwheelssa Facebook: Meals on Wheels SA…

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Brandon Kimber Deconstructs Progressive Christianity 31:12

1M ago31:12

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Scripture has been interpreted many different ways over the years, but how can you tell the difference between false gospels and the one Jesus lived and taught? On today’s episode of the Great Stories Podcast, Charles Morris and David Wollen are joined by Brandon Kimber, the director and editor of American Gospel: Christ Crucified. Together, they o…

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Brer Rabbit and Brer Wolf 23:01

2M ago23:01

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Brer Rabbit is up to his tricks again – trying to steal water from Brer Wolf’s well. But after he’s caught once, will he be sensible and leave the well alone? You’d think so wouldn’t you, but this is Brer Rabbit we’re talking about. Listen to Baden Prince Junior’s delightful telling of this old tale and see how Brer Rabbit uses his wit to escape fr…

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Christian Parents Share Their Favorite Ways to Lead Their Children to Jesus 45:06

2M ago45:06

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How can Christian parents and grandparents hope to disciple their children amid the struggles of everyday life? Even more, how can we use these often chaotic moments as golden opportunities to lead them to Jesus? On today’s episode of the Great Stories podcast, Charles Morris and David Wollen are joined by Christian parents, including David's wife,…

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The Princess and the Sylph 27:03

2M ago27:03

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A forest elf or ‘sylph’ is made homeless by a careless woodcutter. Luckily, he’s adopted by a kind couple. But what happens to the dreamy woodcutter who cut down his tree? Will he be punished, or will he marry the princess of his dreams? Listen to Belgian storyteller Rebecca Lemaire tell this delightful tale, and find out. Learn more about your ad …

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Playing with Fire: Ivar Kreuger - Business Genius or Master Fraudster? 1:02:29

2M ago1:02:29

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This is the fascinating story of Ivar Kreuger, the most famous Swedish person and probably the most successful business person you’ve never heard of. In his prime during the roaring twenties Ivar built up a fortune worth $100 billion in today’s money He invented many of the financial instruments that are still being used to this day- the stocks and…

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Bitesize: Cadell Prison Kitchen 9:49

2M ago9:49

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Hi everyone! This fortnight we are discussing the role and food and cooking in prison rehabilitation, and how MoWSA is involved in this growing method of rehabilitation. We hope that you enjoy listening! Follow us on social media! Instagram: mealsonwheelssa Twitter: mealsonwheelssa TikTok: measonwheelssa Facebook: Meals on Wheels SA…

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Adam Wright of The Corner Room: Inspiring Little Ones to Sing God's Word 22:49

2M ago22:49

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If we want our children and grandchildren to carry their faith into adulthood, then we ought to help them fall in love with God’s Word. One of the best ways to do that is through music. And so on today's episode of the Great Stories Podcast, Adam Wright of The Corner Room joins us to talk about the importance of Scripture-based songs for children. …

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Rekindling Childlike Wonder: Embracing Simplicity and Joy with the Brisker Rav's Insights 3:06

2M ago3:06

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Do you remember the unbridled joy of childhood, where the simplest pleasures radiated through your day like sunbeams? Our latest conversation with the revered Brisker Rav transports us back to that time, providing a refreshing perspective on the beauty of simplicity and the power of a straight path in life. As we sit side by side with Briskerov on …

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The Elves and the Shoemaker 20:05

2M ago20:05

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In this Brothers’ Grimm fairytale, beautifully told by Simone Schümmelfeder – a poor cobbler discovers elves in his house, and finds they’re remarkably good at lending a hand and helping him out of poverty. But what happens when he wants to help them back? Have a listen to Simone tell this magical tale which comes from the forest near her childhood…

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Andy McQuitty On Living in the Shadow of Death (repost) 30:26

2M ago30:26

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Death is a difficult topic. Most look upon it with fear, while others try to ignore it altogether. But one thing is certain ... it’s been on people’s minds more than usual lately. When Andy McQuitty received his cancer diagnosis in 2009, it felt more like a death sentence. Not only did he have cancer, but he was very likely going to die from that c…

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Tim and Kathy Keller Define Marriage for Christians, Skeptics, Couples, and Singles 32:25

2M ago32:25

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How do you have a successful marriage? Whether you are a Christian, skeptic, single, longtime married person, or someone about to be engaged—there are many different ways to answer this question. And yet Tim and Kathy Keller argue that the Bible’s vision for marriage is far greater and more glorious than anything our modern culture would have us be…

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Nián the Sea Monster 23:17

2M ago23:17

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To celebrate Chinese New Year, Kim retells the story of Nián, the terrifying monster who emerged from the sea every New Year’s Eve - to eat cattle, and people, and crops. Until one year, a brave old man, came up with a plan. This old tale explains some of the traditions and celebrations which still take place today at this popular Festival to mark …

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What Your Teacher Never Told You about John Steinbeck 14:02

2M ago14:02

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IN this episode you'll learn-- how John Steinbeck became one the most respected American authors how his novels have been recognized as "the Great American Novel" how his work is also some of the most banned books in the US how he had to persevere through personal struggles including being investigated by the FBI Check out the backstories you never…

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Doris Taylor (revised) 19:03

2M ago19:03

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Hi everyone, this week we have another, more in-depth, discussion about our founder, Doris Taylor, and all of the incredible work that she did for SA throughout her lifetime. We hope that you enjoy listening! Follow us on social media! Instagram: mealsonwheelssa Twitter: mealsonwheelssa TikTok: measonwheelssa Facebook: Meals on Wheels SA…

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Embracing Adversity with Faith: The Insights of Rabbi Shalom Mordechai Schwadron, the Maggid of Jerusalem 4:02

2M ago4:02

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Have you ever carried a message of calm and trust to others, only to find yourself in a whirlwind of panic when adversity strikes your life? The legendary Rabbi Shalom Mordechai Hakohen Schwadron, the Maggid of Jerusalem, often grappled with this human paradox. In our heartfelt conversation, we trace the contours of Rabbi Schwadron's enduring wisdo…

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Cap of Rushes 33:01

3M ago33:01

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In this moving Cinderella-style story, beautifully told by storyteller Nick Hennessey, a young girl is sent away from home by her Dad who misunderstands her declaration of love. But she doesn’t despair, she dusts herself down, and sets off disguised in a cap made of rushes to prove him wrong. Nick accompanies this old English fairytale with beautif…

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Juana Mikels Offers Hope for Broken Marriages (repost) 38:46

3M ago38:46

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One of the saddest statistics about marriage is its bleak success rate in the western world. Even in the church, marriages end at an alarmingly high percentage. But on today’s episode of the Great Stories podcast, Charles Morris turns the tables on this narrative by sharing a story of a marriage that ended ... only to be redeemed later down the roa…

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East of the Sun and West of the Moon 26:05

3M ago26:05

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A enchanting quest, tale from Norway about a bewitched prince and a determined girl. This story includes a troll princess, a magic potion, a snow bear, some witchy women, ooh, and even a song! Listen to this story retold by Kim and be transported to a far-away land. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Sip or Sink: The Story Behind New Coke's Epic Fail 56:21

3M ago56:21

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New Coke- probably the worst product launch in the history of business. This is the story of how, in 1985, Coke’s superstar CEO, the man who could do no wrong, decided to replace the 100 year old coke formula with a new sweeter tasting coke. Who was this CEO and what were the reasons that led to this decision? Why was there such an intense backlash…

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Branson's Triumph: The Inside Story of British Airways Dirty Tricks Campaign 55:28

3M ago55:28

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This was one of the biggest business scandals of the 1980’s when British Airways financed a dirty tricks campaign in an attempt to publicly blacken Richard Bransons name and put his fledgling airline out of business We find out why Richard Branson got into the airline business? How he managed to get under the skin of British Airways We discuss why …

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Barbarians at the Gate: Is This The Best Business Story Ever Told? 58:28

3M ago58:28

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The book "Barbarians at the Gate" is probably the best business story ever told. It’s a riveting account of the leveraged buyout of the tobacco and food giant RJR Nabisco in the late 1980s, The story gives a great insight into what exactly leveraged buyouts are. We learn how Henry Kravis and his cousin George Roberts formed the legendary LBO firm K…

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Great Business Stories Trailer 1:09

3M ago1:09

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Do you love a great business story but don’t have the time to read every book? Join Caemin and Keith on The Great Business Stories podcast on the first of every month where we do a deep dive on a gripping business story spanning the recent past and history. Your Support = More Episodes If you're enjoying Great Business Stories and would like more, …

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Joni Eareckson Tada Wants You to Experience the Presence of Jesus 30:43

3M ago30:43

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Where is Jesus when you need Him most? Whether it’s a chronic condition or a tragic accident, even believers find themselves ill-equipped to handle the myriad of afflictions that often catch us by surprise. That’s why it’s so important to learn now from those who have come before us, people like Joni Eareckson Tada who discovered just how essential…

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Bitesize: Benefits of Learning a Language 8:02

3M ago8:02

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Hi everyone! For our first episode of season 3, we are discussing the benefits of learning a language as an older adult, as well as some misconceptions about the difficulties that language learning entails. We hope you enjoy listening! Follow us on social media! Instagram: mealsonwheelssa Twitter: mealsonwheelssa TikTok: measonwheelssa Facebook: Me…

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The Rathlin Island Fairies & The Fisherman of Lough Neagh 19:55

3M ago19:55

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Two Fairy stories set in Northern Ireland - told by veteran storyteller Liz Weir. One is about a boy named Jim who has a scarily close encounter with fairies who drag him beneath the fairy hill, the second story is about two boys in need, who find a fairy fisherman willing to help them – since this is a fairy story – each of them gets what they des…

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Haven’s New President: LIVE Q&A with Charles Morris and David Wollen 50:02

3M ago50:02

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This month, Haven Ministries announced its biggest leadership transition in 25 years with Charles Morris "going emeritus" and David Wollen taking up the torch as the fifth president and host in this ministry's 90 year history. On today's episode of the Great Stories Podcast, you'll get to hear a recent conversation they had while taking listener qu…

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David Brickner on Sharing the Gospel with Jews During Israel-Gaza War 36:48

3M ago36:48

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War between Israel and Hamas have dominated the headlines for months. And yet news about what Christ is doing, even in the midst of great suffering and conflict, is often overlooked. Here to talk about it, as well as how modern Jews are discovering Christ in Old Testament Scriptures, is the Executive Director of Jews for Jesus, David Brickner. Thre…

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The Mitten 17:28

3M ago17:28

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One snowy day, a young boy drops his mitten - a mole finds it and uses it to shelter away from the cold wind. One by one, various woodland animals come along and ask for shelter in the mitten. Eventually a bear decides to join them in the warmth. Is that a good idea? Listen to Masako Carey retell this kindly old tale from Ukraine and enjoy the unex…

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The Amazing Future World Imagined by Gene Roddenberry 13:13

3M ago13:13

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In this episode you'll learn how Gene Roddenberry went from LAPD cop to TV screenwriter how Roddenberry progressed from writing episodes on successful Westerns and cop series to imagining the most successful sci-fi concept of all time how Star Trek had a rough time getting launched and almost died after three years about the remarkable journey Rodd…

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