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A place to get equipped and encouraged as you opt out of the western family experiment and say yes to building a multi-generational family team on mission.
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An in-depth conversation with your favorite bands within the DIY alternative music community, prompting endless discovery and good vibes! Follow the Instagram @behindthevinylpod and Twitter @StevenMacri
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Every week Jeff or Jeremy interview another dad to find out how he is building his multi generational family team on mission.
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The L3 Leadership Podcast is focused on leadership development and personal growth. We are obsessed with helping you grow to your maximum potential and maximizing the impact of your leadership. We release a new episode every week to help you grow and develop as a leader. You will hear a mix of personal lessons from our Founder, Doug Smith, and conversations Doug has with world-class leaders from around the world. Doug interviews leaders like Pittsburgh Steelers Coach, Mike Tomlin, Pittsburgh ...
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Curt Storring interviews Christian entrepreneurs to share business ideas, case studies, tactics, and most importantly...how to successfully serve God, not mammon, as a business owner in our degenerate modern culture.
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The weekly podcast for Bible-anchored Christians tired of self-help Christian books that dress their favorite idol to look like Jesus. Blair Lee interviews Christian authors who treat the Bible as God's Word. And the goal? To stock your mind, heart and book shelves with enduring Bible-Worthy wisdom. Topics covered: - Theology - Biblical interpretation - Politics - Apologetics - Economics - Philosophy - Making disciples So, put down that best-selling, guru-Christian book (with no footnotes) a ...
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How To Start A Local "Bring Your Own Book" Club with Brad Bevers
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25:18Looking for a great way to build community without the small talk? It may be time to start a "bring your own book" club! Today's guest, Brad Bevers, has been doing this for over a decade, and Jeremy had him on to get the why and how-to, so that Jeremy, and you, have a template to follow to successfully launch something like this. So, if you're read…
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#196 - Pet Symmetry (Evan Weiss & Marcus Nuccio)
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1:08:20In this episode, Tate chats with Marcus Nuccio and Evan Weiss, the driving forces behind the band, Pet Symmetry, about their latest album Big Symmetry, released on May 2. Since August 2023, the record label, Storm Chaser, has been releasing one album every month, but Big Symmetry stands out as the label's most significant release yet. Marcus and Ev…
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Ignore Michelle Obama, Become A Ruling Family
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44:01The natural, Biblical progression for a woman's life is to go from Maiden to Mother to Matriarch. Each of these are seasons, and they're glorious in the way God guides us through them. But...our culture HATES that last step. Nobody is aspiring to grandmotherhood. The idea seems to be to go BACK to maiden after motherhood. In this episode, Jeremy an…
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Running for Office While Raising a Family: Lessons from Team Mercuri
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54:14Send us a text In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith sits down with Rob and Kelsey Mercuri to discuss their experiences in politics, leadership, and parenting. Rob, a former State Representative and candidate for Congress, shares his journey through six elections, offering insights into the challenges of campaigning, the importan…
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3 Extreme Examples To Help Your Kids Master Anything and Never Give Up
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42:33This is the one thing I wish I knew earlier in my fatherhood journey. Fathers, especially, have a HUGE amount of influence with helping their kids achieve mastery over skills and parts of life that they might not otherwise accomplish without dad's influence. In this episode, we share 3 extreme examples of fathers casting huge visions and helping th…
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How To Actually Train Your Kids (With Examples) with Grant and Kelly Stine
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35:11Listening to this episode and then taking some action could be the biggest peace-giving thing you've done in years. Training your children well is often the difference between "we're done having kids" and "every child we add is a joy and blessing". Grant and Kelly Stine completely changed the culture of their home in a very short amount of time by …
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Why Aren't Men Attracted to Women With Careers? (Matt Walsh vs. Megyn Kelly Reaction)
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46:18In this episode, Jeremy is joined by his son Jackson and daughter Sydney to discuss whether Matt Walsh or Megyn Kelly has the upper hand in a recent online spat. Is it a new phenomenon within conservative circles that young men aren't attracted to career-driven women? Or is this just the way the world has worked since the beginning of time? The ans…
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From Drug Dealer to Nonprofit Leader: Doug Smith's Remarkable Journey of Transformation
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44:23Send us a text In this episode, Doug Smith, host of the L3 Leadership Podcast, joins the Lunch Break series of the Boss Juice Podcast to discuss his journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful podcaster and leader in the Pittsburgh community. Doug shares insights on how he was inspired by mentors, the importance of community, and …
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Tate is on a roll as we edge closer to the big 2-0-0, and this week’s episode brings a breezy, story-filled conversation with Andrew from the band The Wisconaut. Fresh off a surf trip with his buddies, Andrew joins the show in peak post-sesh energy to chat about everything from catching waves to catching ears with his music. The convo kicks off wit…
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Most parents don't know you can (and should) train your kids. Our Western mindset has most people believe that how kids turn out is mostly just due to their personality. This is absolutely incorrect and is KILLING family cultures and peace in homes. Today we're giving you some game-changing mindset shifts and some super practical ways to train your…
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This week, Tate sits down with Jake Beital of Prize Horse for an unforgettable convo that kicks off with an instant Minnesota connection. From the Twin Cities to deep dives into the local music scene, Jake paints a vivid picture of home — and yes, he comes prepared with a stacked list of his favorite hometown restaurants. After a quick warm-up, the…
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The Hidden Female Superpower In A Multigenerational Family
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25:33This feminine superpower is designed to build relational connectivity and love in big, multigenerational families, but is often misunderstood and completely ignored in the modern world. Jeremy discusses the ideal use for this in a large family and how it is such a blessing to husbands and the entire family, but also shows why it's so maligned these…
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The Critical Impact of Fathers: Dr. Meg Meeker on Why Dads Matter More Than They Know
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44:05Send us a text In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith interviews Dr. Meg Meeker, a pediatrician and author who focuses on the critical role of fathers in parenting. Dr. Meeker discusses the impact of fatherhood on children's mental health, the challenges fathers face, and the importance of strong father-child relationships. She of…
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Abraham: What God Truly Thinks of Fatherhood
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45:28In this episode, Jeremy gives a deep dive on who Abraham was and why he is so critically important for fathers to model. In short, Abraham is the Holy Spirit-inspired description of how God interacts with fatherhood and how He thinks about family. What you think about Abraham WILL define how you see family. He may be our only path back from demogra…
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How To Raise Kids Who Want To Become Parents
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57:47The decision to have kids - or, more commonly these days, to NOT have kids - isn't just some random decision your kids make. It comes after years of seeing how you treat fatherhood and motherhood. Whether you value it. Whether you've taught them the importance of their gender and how God intentionally created them that gender, and that He loves cer…
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n this episode, we sit down with Anthony, the creative force behind the music project "Rosevile Sucks." The name originated during his time living in Roseville, and even today, driving through the area serves as a humorous reminder of those experiences. Anthony is also part of the popular YouTube channel "Hivemind," which has broadened his horizons…
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Reviving Biblical Holidays: Practical Tips for Family Celebrations
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41:58Jeremy is joined by Accelerator Coaches Brent and Katie Kruithof to explore how to incorporate biblical holidays into your family's traditions. We dive into the significance of these holy days, creative ways to make them fun and meaningful for kids, and the importance of combining ancient traditions with modern family life. Discover practical tips …
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Family Team Meetings: The Weekly System That's Transforming Marriages
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45:31Send us a text In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith is interviewed by Dave D'Angelo on Northway Christian Community's Project 167 Podcast. They discuss various topics, including Doug's impactful work at Light of Life Rescue Mission, strategies for addressing homelessness, and practical insights on financial management withi…
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Answering The Problem of Evil, Storytelling as Truth, and Why The New Snow White Sucks
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44:25This is an eclectic discussion about: Answering the problem of evil (important for all Christians to understand), The power of storytelling (why it points to the reality of God, and how important it is in parenting), Finding truth in stories in a post-Christian world (and why the new Snow White Sucks), and The parenting mistake of choosing self-est…
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How (And Why) To Celebrate Biblical Holidays This Spring
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28:26One of our favorite ways to disciple our kids - while having a ton of fun - is to celebrate the 7 Biblical feasts. They're not just for Jewish people...they all prefigure Christ, and are an amazing opportunity to talk about the Gospel to our kids on an annual rhythm. This month's focus in the Family Teams Accelerator is how to lean into the 4 Sprin…
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Building A Family Economy with Rory Groves
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49:17Jeremy is joined by Rory Groves, who moved his family to a homestead 12 years ago and eventually quit his software engineer job to build a family economy. They talk about the implications of the industrial revolution and how anti-family (and anti-God) it is, and how families can start to make the mindset shift to build a family economy in a modern …
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From Part-Time to C-Suite: Christiana Smith Shi's Blueprint for Women's Career Advancement
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56:01Send us a text In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith interviews Christiana Smith Shi, discussing her new book 'Career Forward: Strategies for Women Who've Made It.' Christiana shares her extensive career journey from financial services to senior roles at McKinsey & Company and Nike. She highlights the importance of performan…
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3 Takeaways For Families From Jordan Peterson's ARC Conference with Lucas Cole
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50:20Jeremy and Lucas Cole discuss takeaways from the ARC Conference - the new, anti-Wold Economic Forum think tank group. From an acceptance of Judeo-Christian values on the public stage, to defining the ideal, monogamous, childbearing family, to remembering that the ordinary truly is extraordinary, this is a conversation and conference that will encou…
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Is It Worthwhile To Invest In A Family Legacy? (Hormozi Reaction)
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43:23Is it pointless to try to leave a family legacy when your great grandkids probably won't even know who you are? That's what business influencer Alex Hormozi said recently. "Just help people now, don't worry about a family legacy", is essentially his argument. Reilly Pilgrim and Chris Cirullo join Jeremy to discuss whether this is the right way to t…
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The ACTUAL Difference Between The Left and Right (And Why They Can't Agree)
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39:26Jeremy is joined by his daughter Sydney Parshall (no longer Pryor!) to discuss why the left/right divide actually exists, and where each side is truly coming from so we can stop being "shocked that we're shocked" by one another. There are deep implications about politics, worldview, and government, depending on what side you find yourself, because …
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The 3 Fundamentals of Family Team Marriages with Rhett and Angela Barbour
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39:47This month in the Family Teams Accelerator, we're going deep on The Romantic Partnership. Marriage is so much more than just romance or just partnership. We think it fundamentally has three parts to it that we've spent a long time trying to get right. In this episode, we're joined by Rhett and Angela Barbour, who are our Accelerator coaches this mo…
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MORE DEATHS THAN ALL THE AMERICAN WARS: Dr. Robert Marbut Reveals on the Fentanyl & Homelessness Crisis
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55:44Send us a text Guest: Dr. Robert Marbut, former Executive Director of the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness Key Topics: Dr. Marbut's journey to becoming the Executive Director of the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness under President Trump The interconnected nature of homelessness, substance use, and mental health crises The rapid esca…
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The Theology of Wine: Rediscovering The Biblical Gift
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41:22Gisela Kreglinger and Randy Frazee join Jeremy to talk about their upcoming project Wine in the Word, designed to redeem the Biblical gift of wine for Christ, from a secular culture. Find out why wine has been so maligned in our American culture compared to the rest of the world, why it matters that we get it right, and the theological significance…
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3 Ways To Build A Marriage That Lasts 1000 Generations
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28:07FREE GUIDE: 7 Tips For Leveling Up Your Date Nights: https://familyteams.com/date The world...even most of the Christian world...sees marriage wrong. Marriage is not primarily a romantic, love-based relationship. It's much more than that. It's a covenant, designed to create a God-honoring family that lasts 1000+ generations. In this episode, you'll…
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The Power of Being a Helper: MLB Manager Clint Hurdle on Legacy and Leadership
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49:32Send us a text In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith welcomes back Clint Hurdle for his third appearance. They discuss Clint's journey since leaving Pittsburgh, including his retirement, challenges during COVID-19, and his current role with the Colorado Rockies. Clint also shares his insights about retirement, the importance…
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#192 - Steph Jerkova (Punitive Damage)
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1:46:39In this episode, we had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Steph Jerkova of Punitive Damage back in November. What a fantastic conversation it was! Not only is Punitive Damage an incredible band, but Steph herself is one of the most down-to-earth and engaging people you’ll meet. We dove deep into the band’s journey, exploring their sound, a…
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Lessons From Large Families Defying The Collapsing Birth Rate with Dr. Catherine Pakaluk
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49:13Birth rates are declining rapidly across the Western and developed world. Yet...there are still families out there having 5+ children, completely defying modern trends. What encourages someone to have a large family? How do we promote the benefits and joys of having a lot of kids? What does it mean for the future of our country and our world? In to…
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What Christians Miss About No Fault Divorce and Generational Trauma
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21:44Jeremy Pryor responds to Adam Lane Smith's claims about no fault divorce and generational attachment trauma, in order to bring light to areas that are often overlooked by Christians, because of just how much culture has influenced us. Find out the risk of putting freedom as the ultimate value, as well as the risk of living an individualistic family…
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Is your Parable Interpretation Bibleworthy?
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29:40Reading Jesus' parables and wondering, “Am I doing this right?” Same. From wild allegories to feel-good fluff, people have butchered these stories for ages. So, I dusted off my old hermeneutics material on parables to figure it out—tune in to learn how to actually make sense of them without turning into an ivory tower theologian or a heretic. Link …
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Reacting To Bogus Modern Parenting Trends (With Biblical Wisdom)
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46:35Modern parenting experts are saying some pretty bizarre things. Is it truly good for children to get a sense that they're not in charge? Or does parental authority somehow limit their freedom of expression? Is the chief aim of parenting to create a "safe" environment for our kids? Should we force our kids to create their own version of good and evi…
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Greg Furer on Why Mistakes Are a Good Thing
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1:14:19Send us a text In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith interviews Greg Furer, President and CEO of Beratung Advisors. They discuss the origins of their friendship, the transformative power of personal growth and reflection, and the importance of making mistakes and taking risks. Greg emphasizes the need for a supportive commun…
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Why Christians Need To Get AI Right (Before It's Too Late)
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35:20Jeremy and his daughter Sydney discuss the implications of AI, especially how we should think about it as Christians. It seems that we need a very clear theology of technology to deal with this before it's too late. If you're not thinking about this yet, we hope this podcast gets you started, because we may not have much time. On this episode, we t…
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5 Ways To Start Building Your Family Team (with Examples)
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48:18NEW!!! 👉 Family Teams Accelerator: https://familyteams.com/accelerator This week we sit down with Accelerator Community Coaches Nate and Katelyn Sallee to get their practical insights into how they're building their family team. We focus on 5 parts of their life: communication, family devotions, work, entertainment, and hospitality. We want you to …
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The Truth Is Leaking Out: God's Design For Family Will Always Win
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28:37Are...are we allowed to say this stuff, now? You know, the stuff that we all inherently KNEW was true, but that society at large has been telling us is evil? The truth is leaking out. We react to 3 viral reels that ALL say things that would have got you canceled a couple years ago, specifically as it relates to God's good and perfect design for the…
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Six Subscribers! One Roast, and Two Drunk Teenagers - behind the scenes of Bibleworthy
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15:58Ever wonder what it’s really like to get roasted off-the-air? In this behind-the-scenes episode, I pull back the curtain on the highs, lows, and buffalo moments—from navigating time-zone chaos to interviewing world-class guests. Oh, and I might even tell a story about two drunk teenagers. Plus, my top book recommendations: Storyworthy by Matthew Di…
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Transform Your Family From Nest To Team (ANNOUNCEMENT!)
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29:25HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT! (See below and listen to the episode!) Today we'll will give you a sneak peak into a HUGE topic at the core of what we do at family teams... How To Transform Your Family From A Nest Into A Team We break down the importance of family movie night (including two of our top 10 picks that show family teams in action), and share an imp…
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Why You Need Friends that will Literally Slap You in the Face
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1:02:29Send us a text In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, you’ll hear Doug Smith being interviewed by Tom O’Boyle and Nate Devlin. The conversation originally aired on the Scattered Seeds Podcast. You'll hear me talk about: The state of homelessness in Pittsburgh Why we need friends that will literally slap you in the face How I'm currently grow…
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It’s taken me a little while to dive back into some of the interviews I did last year, but today we’re releasing something I’m really proud of — our interview with Chat Pile. There were times over the past few months when I seriously considered walking away from this project. I was burnt out, and setting up interviews felt like a chore. But in the …
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Gender Roles To Protect Marriage and Kids
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43:44Our God is a God of boundaries, distinctions, and intentional creation. Yet the modern world is obsessed with blurring boundaries, questioning distinctions, and uncreating Creation. April and Jeremy dive into why gender roles are such a fundamental part of creation in both marriage and when it comes to protecting our kids from predators. Not only s…
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Is Suicide a Bibleworthy solution? - Interview with expert Jon Noyes
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1:00:00Why do so many people feel trapped in hopelessness? What lies fuel the darkness of depression and suicide? Join us for a compelling conversation with Jon Noyes, a former atheist who once thought faith was a crutch — until his own journey forced him to confront the truth. Hear personal stories, shocking statistics, and life-changing strategies to fi…
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This Marriage Problem Is Leading To Population Collapse
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38:00Jeremy's daughter, Sydney, is getting married soon, so Jeremy starts off today's episode talking about something every daughter wants to talk to their dad about: Contraception in marriage! 😂 The whole conversation focuses on the purpose of marriage, children as a result of marriage, and what it means that most poeple in the western world today thin…
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Jeremy Pryor on Multi-Generational Family Leadership and the Greatest Business Book of All Time
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49:44Send us a text In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith interviews Jeremy Pryor, founder of Family Teams. They discuss the influence of the traditional fairy tale 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' offering surprising insights into business and asset building. Jeremy explains the concept of Family Inc., which guides families in creating…
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Why Trust A Bible That Doesn't EXPLICITLY Condemn Slavery?
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31:53Nevermind the athiest that throws shade at the Bible about something he doesn't understand... It's a tragedy when CHRISTIANS start getting nervous about whether they can trust the Bible. This is one of those tricky issues that lack of nuance and cancel-culture-style arguments have ruined for us. NEVER let someone tell you the Bible can't be trusted…
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Is DECONSTRUCTION Bibleworthy? - Interview with Author Tim Barnett
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1:05:24Are you worried about your kids questioning their faith or being influenced by trendy ideas like deconstruction? The rise of deconstruction is leaving young Christians confused, doubting biblical truth, and walking away from their faith. For parents, it can feel overwhelming to know how to respond or help their kids navigate these challenges withou…
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Why Christian Nationalism is Wrong ft. Lucas Cole
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1:01:11Is Christian Nationalism unbiblical? That's what today's guest claims...even after formerly defending the Christian Nationalist position. Lucas Cole joins Jeremy to talk about why he no longer support Christian Nationalism. They go deep, asking questions to really tease out if and when any of the ideology actually makes sense. On this episode, we t…
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