Best Andy Olson Podcasts (2025)

FTMonthly is back with a special episode. This month Josh explores what theological label would best describe Dr. @JordanBPeterson 's beliefs based on his own writings and public statements. Would one consider Peterson a Christian? Find out here. Join the team and support us: https://freethinkingministries.com/donate/ Note: Each video used in this …

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Prioritizing Core Values for Team Success: Insights from Heide Olson 28:42

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In this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show, host Rick Gerard explores the critical importance of hiring for alignment rather than just skills. Joined by Heidi Olson, founder and CEO of All-in-One Accounting, the discussion highlights how Olson's company transformed by prioritizing core values in their hiring, promoting, and reviewing processes.…

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Israel’s Messiah Gives the Ultimate Healing: Matthew 15:29-31

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Redefining the Church: The Bible, Not Church History, Must Define the Church (Pt 7)

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Keith E. Whittington & Charles Fain Lehman: Does Federal Involvement Safeguard or Endanger Free Speech on College Campuses? 33:51

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On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about whether federal involvement safeguards or endangers free speech on college campuses. First on the show is Keith E. Whittington, is the David Boies Professor of Law at Yale Law School and founding chair of the Academic Freedom Alliance. La…

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The Wise Son and the Mouth: Proverbs 10:1-11

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Intelligible, Edifying Communication: 1 Corinthians 14:5-8

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Spotting and Stopping AI-Coached Candidates: Essential Hiring Techniques 15:12

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In this episode of Higher Power Radio, host Rick Gerard delves into the current challenging hiring environment where AI-coached candidates are becoming increasingly common. He discusses how AI can deceive hiring managers by coaching candidates through interviews, resulting in more false positives and wasted interviews. Rick shares actionable strate…

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How DTE Balanced Grid Investments with Customer Impact w/ Rachel Steudle 32:48

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Get the latest updates from our Linkedin page! https://onelink.to/treesandlines Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Rachel Steudle, Director of Operations at DTE Energy, joins us to share insights into the evolving challenges of vegetation management, the importance of data driven decision making, and how DTE is balancing …

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Pursue Love and Desire Spiritual Gifts: 1 Cor. 14:1-4

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Pursue Love and Desire Spiritual Gifts: 1 Cor. 14:1-4

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Baptism: Our Identity in Christ--Examining the Four Different Views (Conclusion)

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Baptism: Our Identity in Christ--Examining the Four Different Views (Conclusion)By Eric Douma

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Overcoming Hiring Challenges: Insights from Top Entrepreneur Andy Duong 28:50

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In this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show, host Rick Gerard sits down with seasoned entrepreneur Andy Duong to discuss the pitfalls and best practices of hiring. Andy shares his journey of building multiple successful companies, focusing on operational excellence and people-first leadership. They dive into the challenges of hiring familiar fac…

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The Hidden Costs of Skipping Environmental Strategy in Veg Management w/ Sara Race 29:46

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Get the latest updates from our Linkedin page! https://onelink.to/treesandlines Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Sara Race, Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist at ComEd, shares how one of Illinois' largest landowners is transforming utility corridors into thriving native prairie ecosystems. We also discuss ComEd'…

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Oren Cass & Iain Murray: Can the Use of Tariffs Help Improve the U.S. Economy? 37:02

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On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about tariffs. First on the show is Oren Cass, Chief Economist at American Compass. Later, we hear from Iain Murray, Vice President for Strategy and senior fellow at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. You can find Oren on X @oren_cass and Ia…

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Redefining the Church: The Bible, Not Church History, Must Define the Church (Pt 6)

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Jesus Saves Gentiles Too: Matthew 15:10-20

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Leveraging AI and Proper Positioning for Successful Hiring 18:33

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In this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show, host Rick Gerard explores the disconnect between past success and future performance when hiring new team members. Highlighting the limitations of AI in identifying high performers who align with unique business needs, Rick delves into the importance of proper positioning in hiring. Learn about the di…

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This One Shift Could Revolutionize Your Vegetation Management Strategy w/ Sara Dreiser 13:56

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Get the latest updates from our Linkedin page! https://onelink.to/treesandlines Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. In this episode, we talk about how a lack of diverse representation is undermining industry growth. Hear how Sara Dreiser is addressing this systemic challenge and why it’s time for a cultural shift. Have a l…

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Redefining the Church: The Bible, Not Church History, Must Define the Church (Pt 5)

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Only Jesus Can Cleanse Us From the Inside: Matthew 15:10-20

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Leveraging AI Tools to Optimize Hiring: Insights from Vantisoft CEO Forest Zhang 22:04

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Learn the most empowering hiring techniques to land the most desirable talent and drive your company's success. In this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show, host Rick Gerard discusses the challenges posed by AI tools in the hiring process, including the surge of fake candidates and resume manipulation. Special guest Forest Zhang, founder and CEO…

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Strategies for Affordable IVM in the Gas Pipeline Industry w/ Scott Sharpe 31:16

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Get the latest updates from our Linkedin page! https://onelink.to/treesandlines Welcome to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Today, Scott Sharpe, Sustainable Landscape Coordinator for Marathon Petroleum Corporation, joins us to discuss how his team reengineered the playbook around Integrated Vegetation Management for his industry. With …

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Can Progressive Christianity and Conservative Christianity Coexist? | FTMonthly 21 17:13

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This Month's FTMonthly is short and to the point as Josh will be leaving for Africa at the end of April. Enjoy! Can progressive Christianity and conservative Christianity coexist? Josh doesn't think so and he explains why here: Progressive Christianity is a Different Religion: https://freethinkingministries.com/progressing-to-what/ The New Cultural…

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Baptism: Our Identity in Christ--Examining the Four Different Views (Baptist)

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The Trial, Crucifixion, Burial and Resurrection of Christ: Luke 22:66-24:27

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Jesus Rose—And Easter Isn’t Pagan: Here’s the Proof 23:12

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Have you ever considered the evidence for the resurrection of Jesus? Has anyone ever tried to tell you that Easter traditions and celebrations have pagan origins? @MikeLiconaOfficial 's opening speech in a debate concerning resurrection evidence and Josh takes a look at @InspiringPhilosophy 's response video to a woman claiming Pagan origins to Eas…

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Proactive vs Reactive Hiring with Kurt Wilkin 25:37

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In this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show, host Rick Gerard and guest Kurt Wilkin, Chairman of Hire Better and Managing Partner of B Cave Capital, discuss the pitfalls of reactive hiring and the importance of having a strong, proactive hiring strategy. They delve into techniques for assessing team needs, creating a talent roadmap, and the impo…

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The Unspoken Risks Your Utility Faces and How to Raise the Bar in Safety w/ Andy Olson 42:48

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Get the latest updates from our Linkedin page! https://onelink.to/treesandlines Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Andy Olson, COO of East Central Energy, shares with us essential strategies every utility executive needs in the Veg Management industry, how investment and grant management are powering necessary evolution, …

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Disturbing Andy Stanley Youth LGBTQ+ Training Video Exposed 1:34:59

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Josh Klein teams up with @CalibrateConversations to analyze a recent youth leader training video that was leaked to the public from North Point church (Andy Stanley's Church). Josh and Brady analyze the training from the good to the bad to the horrific and everything in between. Support the ministry: freethinkingministries.com/donate Josh's article…

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Johan Norberg & Derek Scissors: How Should the U.S. Economically Engage With China? 34:45

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On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about trade with and investment in China. First on the show is Johan Norberg, senior fellow at the Cato Institute. Later, we hear from Derek Scissors, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. You can find Johan on X @johanknorberg an…

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Baptism: Our Identity in Christ--Examining the Four Different Views (Reformed) (Pt 4)

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How We Are Now & How We Will Be: 1 Corinthians 13:11-13

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Epic or Excess? An Analytic Review of Amazon's House of David 56:41

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Josh takes on the Amazon hit show House of David. The problems, the good things, source material and... was it good? Note: All clips used in this review are subject to Fair Use law and fall under the guidelines and parameters thereof. Support the ministry: https://freethinkingministries.com/donate/ Notes: House of David on Amazon: https://www.amazo…

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How AI is Hacking Your Recruiting Process 16:17

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We’re living in a wild hiring market—and AI is making it even wilder! In this solo episode, host Rick Gerard—founder of HireOS and author of Healing Career Wounds—dives deep into how generative AI and resume hacking disrupt recruiting like never before. Rick breaks down real-world stories from the front lines of recruiting. ChatGPT-style resume ree…

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Understanding Veg Management in a Fast Growing Tropical Environment w/ Gregory Chun 33:33

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Be sure to check follow our podcast linkedin page for all the latest updates: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/trees-and-lines/ Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Gregory Chun, Supervisor for Vegetation Management for Hawaiian Electric, joins us to discuss the recovery efforts from their massive wildfire outbreak, how th…

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Free Will vs. Fatal Tweets: Molinists Respond | Theology Thursdays 7 1:40:11

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In today's Theology Thursday live Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein introduce another new member of our team, Phil Bair. Phil and Tim will take turns responding to Calvinist tweets and offering their analysis and clap backs there. For more info on freethinking ministries and how to get involved go to www.freethinkingministries.com/donate Tim's X: htt…

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Jesus Elevates Scripture Over Tradition: Matthew 15:1-9

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Geography & God’s Presence: How We Draw Near to God

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Brian Rankin & Howard Husock: Should the Federal Government Fund Public Broadcasting? 33:27

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On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about federal funding for public broadcasting. First on the show is Brian Rankin, an Adjunct Fellow at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. Later, we hear from Howard Husock, senior fellow in Domestic Policy Studies at the American Enterprise …

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How to Avoid Hiring Blame Birds with Michael Houlihan 26:07

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Join host Rick Gerard as he speaks with Michael Houlahan, co-founder of Barefoot Wine Brand, about the transformative power of hiring A players for every role in your business. Learn from Michael's journey, spanning over 10 years of business growth, and his realization that effective personnel management is crucial to success. Discover practical st…

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The UAA's Vision for Right-of-Way Management w/ Craig Kelly 13:25

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. PG&E Principal Land Consultant Craig Kelly juggles high-stakes utility work with UAA leadership, and he’s not slowing down. Get the inside look at elite time management Craig uses, how the UAA tripled its growth, and the UAA's vision for the veg management industry. Have a listen, hope y…

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Neither Left nor Right: The Truth as its Own Side | FTMonthly 20 56:16

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In the 20th episode of FTMonthly Josh tackles cultural issues on both the left and right. The truth, is its own side, is that third wayism? Josh says no and analyzes a debate with Randal Rouser, The "woke right" and what to make of a sword ban in the UK and a troubling sermon from a Lutheran pastor about Jesus needing to "expand his goodness?" Chec…

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Faith and Doubt: A Friendly Christian-Atheist Conversation about God | Thursdays Thursdays 7 1:29:39

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Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein are joined by Richard Suttles known as "The Fallen Ape-Theist" who identifies as an agnostic/atheist. As friends they discuss the reason Richard doesn't believe in God, what might change his mind, and how he thinks the way he does. If you ever wanted to get into the mind of an atheist this is a great window! For our …

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True Faith Leads to Action: Matthew 14:34-36

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Geography & God’s Presence: Implications From Luke/Acts (Pt 3)

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Innovative Veg Management Solutions to the Declining Forest w/ Philip Chen 21:30

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Welcome back to the Trees & Lines podcast. Philip Chen, Strategic Solutions Lead at Overstory, joins us to talk about how Overstory is helping utilities become more climate friendly, how they are leveraging data and technology to identify potentially hazardous trees, and the secrets behind their customer-centric model. Have a listen, hope you enjoy…