Best Rob MacDonald Podcasts (2025)

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549: Steven Knight On The Music Of The House Of Guinness 32:28

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We are really spoiling you on Soundtracking at the moment, with bonus episode after bonus episode. Our latest is a bit of a legend, too, Steven Knight, writer of Peaky Blinders, the next James Bond, and most recently House Of Guinness, which is streaming on Netflix now. With a fabulous ensemble cast, House Of Guinness tells the story of the famed b…

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CNLP 759 | Preaching Through Depression — Faith Eury Cho on Mental Health, the Holy Spirit, and Gen Z 1:04:34

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Preaching is hard, no matter how you approach it. But throw planting a church during lockdown, a life-long struggle with mental health and anxiety, and planting in a tough to reach area in the mix, and you have a recipe for challenge. Faith Eury Cho opens up and talks about all of it. 🔗 Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠…

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Ethan Giffin - Digital Transformation for Manufacturers and Distributors: Breathing New Life into Legacy Businesses 31:06

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In this conversation, Erik and Ethan Giffin discuss the intricacies of e-commerce, focusing on the e-commerce maturity checklist, the challenges of digital transformation for manufacturers and distributors, and the importance of retention marketing. They also touch on Ethan's journey in writing a book about B2B e-commerce and the significance of In…

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How Rob Walden Returned to Scratch Golf in 3 Years Using Focused Rehab, Family Support, and Relentless Practice 21:29

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CNLP 758 | Does Simple Church Still Work? Eric Geiger on What Scales and Why Older Church Leaders Need to Die to Themselves 1:14:22

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548: Brett Goldstein On The Music Of All Of You 33:27

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Brett Goldstein, who joins me to discuss the film he co-wrote and stars in All Of You. Streaming now on Apple TV, it tells the story of two best friends who struggle to deal with their relationship and respective love lives, after he pays for her to take a test which claims to establish who your soulmate is.…

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547: Composers Geoff Barrow & Ben Salisbury On The Music Of Steve 29:20

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It's the second part of our Steve Special, as composers Ben Salisbury and Geoff Barrow join me to discuss their score from the film. We've already heard from writer Max Porter and leading man Cillian Murphy, and that's available to listen to now. Big thanks to the team at the legendary Invada Records for providing us with the score before it was re…

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546: Cillian Murphy & Max Porter On The Music Of Steve 26:14

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We are double dropping bonus episodes of Soundtracking this week, as first Max Porter and Cillian Murphy and then composers Geoff Barrow and Ben Salisbury join us to discuss the brilliant new Netflix drama, Steve. Written by Max and based on his novel, Shy, Steve stars Cillian as a teacher at a reform school who struggles to deal with his troubled …

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Dad With A Few Laughs 17:50

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Zito put together a few of his best memories of laughing with guests. It's a serious time and, yes, we all need to do what we can to keep our country, but we also need to catch our breath and laugh a little. So breathe. And laugh.By Chris Zito

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AT Banter Podcast Episode 440 - Inside the Disability Screen Office with Alethea Bakogeorge 54:10

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Dive into the world of disability representation in Canadian film as Rob, Ryan and Steve sit down with Alethea Bakogeorge, Director of Programs & Development from the Disability Screen Office (DSO). From her personal journey as a disabled actor to leading a groundbreaking national organization, Alethea shares insights about disability in the screen…

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AI Marketplaces - The Future of Retail with Jordan Brannon 32:04

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The shift from being a "channel" to the leading "Marketplace", this is the future and Jordan shared his expertise, a must listen especially with Shopify's Chatgpt announcements this week. Jordan Brannon from Coalition Technologies discusses the evolving landscape of AI marketing, particularly the integration of AI and the importance of marketplaces…

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How Jill MacDonald Rebuilt Her Confidence in Just Months Using the Power of Adaptive Golf 24:33

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In this episode of The Adjustment Game, host Jennifer Price, sits down with Jill MacDonald, a mother, teacher, and cancer survivor from Nova Scotia, whose journey embodies resilience and determination. Jill’s life changed in 2014 when both she and her husband Jeff were diagnosed with cancer within days of each other. After losing Jeff and undergoin…

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CNLP 757 | The Key To Better Preaching is NOT What You Think: Megan Fate Marshman on Preaching and How to Use Your Voice and Body for More Effective Communication 53:03

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Megan Fate Marshman is an incredibly compelling preacher who speaks in many of the largest churches in America. She shares how her preaching has evolved since she started, what she does right before preaching to create better sermons and connections, and how to use your body and voice to draw people in and communicate more effectively. 🔗 Show Notes…

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545: Sean Penn Talks Music 30:17

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is the legend that is Sean Penn, who joins us to discuss his role in Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another. Also starring Leonardo Di Caprio, Regina King and former Soundtracking guest, Benicio Del Toro, One Battle After Another tells the story of an ex-revolutionary who must rescue his daughter from a co…

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Dad With Your Kids Around With Guest Ian Barrett 32:14

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Chris Zito and Ian Barrett go WAAAAAY back. Ian is the creative director of Media Boss, a successful and sought after production house in Massachusetts. Ian and his wife, executive producer Erin Hayes (who makes a wonderful cameo in this episode) have been raising their daughters in their studio space, encouraging their creativity, and experiencing…

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A Life Reframed: From “Why Me” to “What Now” 30:49

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In this episode of The Adjustment Game, host Jennifer Price sits down with Kenny Bontz, a four-time U.S. National Adaptive Golf Champion whose journey redefines resilience and purpose. Diagnosed with diabetes at age 11, cancer at 19, and facing an amputation at 35, Kenny could have stepped away from sports altogether. Instead, he doubled down on go…

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CNLP 756 | Preaching Secrets That Actually Work: 90 Minutes of Strategy, Theology, and the Art of Preaching with Mark Clark and Carey Nieuwhof 1:19:54

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83% of Americans say preaching impacts their decision on a church home. Having just filmed a new 45 video course called the Art of Preaching, Carey Nieuwhof and Mark Clark share 90 minutes of their best preaching tips from the course and their accumulated years of reaching tens of thousands of unchurched people. 🔗 Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newslette…

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AT Banter Podcast Episode 439 - Ride The Glide 56:51

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Buckle up and get ready to ride as Rob, Steve and Ryan welcome back Amos Miller with the latest scoop on Glide, the revolutionary mobility device making waves in the blindness community. As CEO of Glidance, Amos shares exciting updates on how Glide’s autonomous navigation system is reshaping the way blind travelers experience the world. We’ll explo…

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The Power of Cart Abandonment Email Strategies - Stefan Chiriacescu 38:13

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544: Emma Thompson Discusses Dead Of Winter 31:49

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Dame Emma Thompson, who joins us to discuss her leading role in the thriller, Dead Of Winter. It tells the story of a grief stricken widow who stops at a remote cabin in snowy Minnesota having got lost, and soon finds herself in a desperate fight for survival.By Edith Bowman

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543: Composer Rob Simonsen On The Music Of Caught Stealing 44:38

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It's part two of our Caught Stealing sonic special, as composer Rob Simonsen joins us to discuss his contribution to Darren Aronofsky's latest movie, and plenty more besides. Edith's chat with Joe from IDLES is also available, as indeed is the episode with Darren, so do check those out if you haven't already. But it was great to get Rob on his own …

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542: Joe From IDLES On The Music Of Caught Stealing 29:14

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It's bonus time again, as we bring you not one but two episodes relating to the music of Darren Aronofsky's riotous and darkly comic thriller, Caught Stealing. We'll drop the episode featuring composer Rob Simonsen shortly, but first it's the turn of Joe from IDLES, who collaborated with Rob and the score and also provided original songs for the fi…

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CNLP 755 | 29 Stress Points in 14 Months and My Health Wake-Up Call: Inside My Hardest Year in Leadership in 20 Years 1:23:06

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Twenty-nine stressful events in 14 months. One major health crisis. Zero sugar-coating. In this flip-the-mic episode, Sean Morgan interviews Carey to dissect the hardest year Carey's faced in two decades: how external turmoil, internal drive, and an unexpected diagnosis collided—and what he had to modify to ensure he didn't burn out again. 🔗 Show N…

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Dad Like a (Sometimes) Harried l Dad With Guest James MacDonald 32:13

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James MacDonald lives near Brighton in the UK. His wife is a teacher and he is the primary caregiver for the kids. He's an author, a (sort of) singer, and (sometimes) harried father of three. His book, "First Time Dad: A Hilarious Week By Week Guide For Dads Who No Idea What They're Doing (Yet)," is available on Amazon.…

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AT Banter Podcast Episode 438 - Sonic Navigation: Christopher Toth & Audiom 41:07

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Get ready to navigate the world like never before! This week Ryan and Rob sit down with Christopher Toth from XR Navigation, the company behind Audiom, the first accessible digital map that turns boring, inaccessible geography into an audio adventures. Christopher breaks down how his team is revolutionizing mapping technology, making the world more…

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Natasha Stasiuk’s Journey to the Top of Adaptive Golf 12:44

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Natasha Stasiuk is the world’s top-ranked female adaptive golfer with an intellectual disability—but her journey to the top wasn’t easy. After discovering her autism at age 22, Natasha transformed golf into both her passion and her safe place. Since 2019, she has dominated adaptive golf, winning back-to-back Canadian Women’s Adaptive Championships …

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CNLP 754 | Rick Warren on What 99% of Churches Don't Do, The Rise of the Global Church, and the Call American Churches Need to Hear 1:16:42

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Rick Warren returns to the podcast to explain what 99% of churches don't do. He discusses the extraordinary rise of the global church and how it's outpacing population growth, and he outlines the call from Jesus every American church needs to hear. 🔗 Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watc…

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Rob Hammett - Founder of TheModernShopper.com & Former Justuno OG 39:22

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In this conversation, Rob and Erik discuss the challenges and strategies in e-commerce marketing, focusing on user engagement, conversion optimization, and the importance of a unified approach in agency operations. Rob shares insights from his experience with The Modern Shopper, emphasizing the need for effective use of pop-ups and CRO tools, the s…

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541: Kogonada On The Music Of A Big Bold Beautiful Journey 33:31

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Kogonada, director of a wonderful film called A Big Bold Beautiful Journey. Starring Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell, it tells the story of David and Sarah, two strangers who meet at a mutual friend's wedding and embark on a fantastical exploration of their respective pasts. A Big Bold Beautiful Journey is score…

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540: Jay Roach & Tony McNamara On The Music Of The Roses 28:08

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It's bonus time again here on Soundtracking, as director Jay Roach and writer Tony McNamara join me to discuss their collaboration on The Roses - a reimagining of the classic 1989 black comedy, The War Of The Roses. Starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Coleman - with stellar support from the likes of Zoe Chao, Kate McKinnon and Ncuti Gatwa - it…

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Dad Like a 1% Dad with Guest Scott Rodriguez 35:17

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Scott Rodriguez is the founder of Stoneway Athletics (and the Junk Hunk, which we do touch on briefly!). We talk about Dads keeping themselves in good physical health and to stay available to their families. And we spend some time raving about our wives (what a pair of suck ups!)By Chris Zito

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How Ryanne Jackson Won the U.S. Adaptive Open in 1 Year Using Smart Practice, Mental Grit, and Family Strength 23:02

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Ryanne Jackson is a U.S. Adaptive Open champion who lives with scapuloperoneal muscular dystrophy. Diagnosed in college after years of unexplained pain and fatigue, Ryanne nearly quit golf—until she found a new purpose through adaptive competition. In 2023, she captured the U.S. Adaptive Open by five strokes, earning a spot on the G4D Tour. In this…

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CNLP 753 | Why White Christian Men Are Afraid to Preach the Bible — Therapy, Calling, and Comedy with Julian Lowe 1:21:10

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Julian Lowe never expected to be a pastor, which ironically freed him up to become one. He talks about what he learned at the Groundlings, in Music, and in ministry, sharing why he feels white men are afraid to preach the Bible, and how to speak the biblical truth to people who disagree with you. 🔗 Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching C…

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539: Eric Idle Discusses His Love Of Music 36:11

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is a true cultural legend. It's only Python Eric Idle, who joins us to promote his show Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life - Live. It kicks off on Wednesday with dates around the country, and you can find details and buy tickets at ericidle.comBy Edith Bowman

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538: Chris Columbus On The Music Of The Thursday Murder Club 38:49

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It's bonus time, as we bring you an extra episode of Soundtracking with Chris Columbus, director of the adaptation of Richard Osman's bestseller, The Thursday Murder Club. With a stellar cast including Hellen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Sir Ben Kingsley & Celia Imrie, it tells the story of Four retirees who spend their time solving cold case murders fo…

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CNLP 752 | How Do You Fire Staff That Are Like Family? Jon Gordon on Making the Tough Calls on Staffing and Creating Great Teams 49:13

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Many church leaders think of their staff as family. But if they're family, can you fire them? Jon Gordon has coached hundreds of professional sports teams and companies and explains what it takes to make the tough calls, including firing people you see as family. 🔗 Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership…

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Dad Like The Internet's Dad With Guest Rob Kenney 28:11

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Rob Kenney's YouTube channel, "Dad, How Do I," has over 5 million subscribers. Yes, he's the guy with the videos about how to tie a tie, shave, and change a tire, but his is the story of a young teen, abandoned by his father. His climb back to become the man he is today is a testament to his faith, resilience, and the power of forgiveness. Be sure …

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From Runner to Wheelchair Basketball: Ben Belino’s Journey at EWU 22:01

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Ben Belino’s journey is one of resilience and reinvention. Once a standout cross country runner in high school, his life took an unexpected turn after a car accident led to the amputation of his left leg—abruptly ending his running career. Refusing to let that be the end of his athletic story, Ben transitioned to wheelchair racing in track before f…

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CNLP 751 | The 6 Surprising Traits of Sticky Sermons And Why Focusing On The Problem is the Wrong Approach—With Dan Heath 1:11:27

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Dan Heath, author of Made to Stick, The Power of Moments, and other seminal leadership books, talks about the six surprising traits of sticky sermons, how to design church experiences people never forget, why focusing on the problem is the wrong approach to leadership, what he's learned from Chick-fil-A, and getting people to change. 🔗 Show Notes 📩…