Best Robyn Johnson Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 41: Daniel Tielen | Series A Bronze Medal & The Art of Persistence 1:05:05

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What an incredible tournament the 2025 Series A in Malaysia was for our nation! We saw 31 Aussie athletes step out onto the Karate1 stage and in this episode, we are joined by Daniel Tielen who achieved a bronze medal from a division of 68! Join us in discussing Daniel’s journey through the rounds, highlighting some other great performances and tal…

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Episode 8.5: How do I NOT age like my parents? With Rachel Daugherty of Booty and Brains.Co 56:58

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For caregivers who have watched a loved one decline from the terrible diseases, such as Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Cancer; the question is often asked, “Will this happen to me? Is there anything I can do to prevent this?” If you are in The Sandwich Generation, you also know that finding time for self care is hard (See Episode 4: Self Care is a SCAM!). …

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World Karate Cast | Episode 3: Kamran Madani 48:58

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Mindset. Motivation. Mastery. World Karate Cast sits down with Kamran Madani, former USA male kumite 84kg athlete and now National Team Coach, to talk about the athlete’s mentality and the coach’s perspective. Discover how his journey from competitor to mentor shapes his philosophy, and why the new Qualification Tournament is shaking things up on t…

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1869, Ep. 174 with Ronald Johnson, author of Entangled Alliances 32:40

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Use promo code 09POD to save 30% on Entangled Alliances:https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501783715/entangled-alliances/Transcript:https://otter.ai/u/DK8vZ6h5cGCbqYHj0uoncXYUaD0?utm_source=copy_urlRonald Johnson holds the Ralph and Bessie Mae Lynn Chair of History at Baylor University. He is the author of Diplomacy in Black and White, c…

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Robyn Openshaw: Behind the Curtain of the Supplement Industry - Is What's in that Bottle Eroding Health and Wasting Money? 1:26:50

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Send us a text The label says “natural,” but who’s actually making your vitamins—and what’s riding along inside each capsule? I sat down with Robyn Openshaw to follow the supply chains few consumers ever see, from GMO-corn byproducts turned into “vitamin C,” to deodorized fish oils engineered to hide rancidity, to wool-grease–derived cholecalcifero…

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Episode 40: Max Noble | Training Camps With Friends & Competing Overseas At The Right Level 49:59

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Kaizen Culture Pod on the road in Victoria! We are with Max Noble at his house after a massive week in Melbourne for the Super Seminar and Training Camp preparing for the Series A in Malaysia! Sitting down with Max to talk about his thoughts on training camps with friends, and the importance of recognising which stage you are at to compete overseas…

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Episode 8: I think my parent has Alzheimer’s, NOW what?! With Dr. Elizabeth Edgerly of the Alzheimer's Association 1:13:33

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Almost everyone knows someone who has Alzheimer’s Disease. For many of us in The Sandwich Generation, this diagnosis was also the moment we became caregivers for our loved ones. But it’s all so confusing - is it Alzheimer’s? Is it Dementia? How do I bring up this conversation with my parents? Am I genetically dispositioned to get this too? WTF! In …

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Dr. Shaher Khan: Breast Implant Illness and Gaslighting: A Surgeon's Take on REAL Informed Consent 2:12:35

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Send us a text What if that unexplained fatigue, brain fog, and joint pain isn't "just stress" or aging, but caused by something physically inside your body? Dr. Shaher Khan, a plastic surgeon who exclusively performs breast implant removal, pulls back the curtain on what may be one of modern medicine's most overlooked health crises. Reading direct…

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World Karate Cast | Episode 2: Niamh Junner 43:02

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We sit down with Scotland’s own Niamh Junner 🏴 in the female kumite +68kg category, who’s been living and breathing karate since she was nine years old. From starting competitions at 12 to now preparing for the Karate World Championships in Cairo 2025, Niamh shares her journey, her passion, and her perspective on the sport she loves. Plus, we break…

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Not Us Versus Them: Building a Culture of Care in Mental Health Design | Stephen Parker 30:44

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Join architect and mental & behavioral health planner Stephen Parker as we explore trauma-informed design, crisis center planning, and policy that supports mental health across generations. Stephen offers insights on peer support integration, reimbursement strategies, and the cultural influences shaping responsive spaces. Whether you're a planner, …

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From Open Heart to Open Doors: Building the Next Era of Texas Healthcare | Jessica Gutierrez-Rodriguez 41:51

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Two-step into the heart of Texas with Jessica Gutierrez-Rodriguez, Senior Executive Director of Clinical Facilities at University of Texas Health San Antonio, as she shares how her journey as a mother to a child with congenital heart disease shapes her bold vision for healthcare spaces. In this episode of Designing Care On-Air, Jessica opens up abo…

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Episode 39: IPP Tour So Far & Weight Cutting with Trevor Kan 46:50

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Trevor Kan is our special guest today tuning in live from Portugal at the tail-end of the IPP international tour! After kicking off with solid performances at the Series A Salzburg and Budapest Open, Trevor and the team make their way to Lisbon for another training camp before one last competition. Trevor is also an Accredited Sports Nutritionist, …

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1869, Ep. 173 with David Busch, author of Disciplining Democracy 31:31

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Use promo code 09POD to save 30% on Disciplining Democracy:https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501779961/disciplining-democracy/#bookTabs=1Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/f-IjI_UwKzxZDGAq30_d5x4VQGc?utm_source=copy_urlFor over a decade, David Busch has worked as an educator and program administrator in both academic and public settings. He…

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Episode 7: Saying goodbye to the childhood home - also my parents have WAY too much STUFF! With Alli Rubin, Professional Moving Manager 1:07:39

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Downsizing and moving your aging parents is one of the hardest tasks of all time. Or maybe your loved one has already passed and you are tasked with selling a home and going through a lifetime of belongings. It’s. Brutal. Seriously, it’s the definition of overwhelm. Where do you begin? In this episode, we welcome guest Alli Rubin who is a professio…

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World Karate Cast | Episode 1: Elena Quirici & Eray Samdan 53:36

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Episode 1 of World Karate Cast brings you an exclusive conversation with two of karate’s biggest stars. Hosts Nathan Blockley and Mitchell Durham sit down with Elena Quirici 🇨🇭 (#1 WKF World Ranking, 4x and current Grand Winner, Olympian) and Eray Şamdan 🇹🇷 (2x and current Grand Winner, Olympian). They share their stories from The World Games, thei…

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Episode 38: Unsure About Your Karate Pathway? Meezaan Dickinson Joins Us To Give Insight Into Her Career & The Opportunities Karate Can Give You 1:01:09

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Mitchell & Nathan, together with current Victorian State team kata coach, former National Team member and Senior World Championship representative, Meezaan Dickinson. In this episode, they discuss the immense and often under-appreciated value karate has given them over their careers and the unlimited opportunities they have had the privilege of exp…

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Episode 6: How to save your friendships when you’re in The Sandwich Generation 47:54

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Have you ever been asked by a friend, “What can I do to help?” and you go blank?! Yeah, us too. Being in The Sandwich Generation is a lot. And it’s oftentimes hard for our friends and ourselves to communicate just how lonely it feels and how much we need our friends. In this episode hosts Robyn Frank and Eliesa Johnson discuss the challenges of mai…

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Episode 37: National Coaches Matt Johnson and Robyn Choi & The Tour In China and Philippines 47:51

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More national coaches join the Kaizen Culture Pod this week! Sensei Matt Johnson from Shingokan Karate, Adelaide, and Sensei Robyn Choi from Seiha Shitoryu Karate, Brisbane. With the head national coach of the Cadet, Junior & U21 program in Sensei Matt, paired with senior national coach, Sensei Robyn, an opportunity was presented for the next gener…

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The Art of the Move: Staff-Centric Strategies for Healthcare Construction 37:23

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Christina Olivarria and Jhiah Chang unpack the high-pressure work of orchestrating over 100 projects in just 18 months on a busy academic medical center campus. They’ll reveal the pitfalls that nearly derailed progress, how staff-centric strategies turned resistance into collaboration, and the creative space modifications (yes, even furniture hacks…

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Episode 5: F*ck - now I have to manage my parent’s finances too? With Shannon Foreman of Forethought Planning 1:07:09

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Raise your hand if you’re a caregiver who has needed to manage your parent’s finances and you think - oh F*ck - this is A LOT more difficult than I expected?!? We think everyone in the room right now feels this way! No matter how full or empty the bank account is, opening the books to your parents finances, managing the cost of care and navigating …

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1869, Ep. 172 with Simon Cordery, author of Gilded Age Entrepreneur 29:42

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Use promo code 09POD to save 30% on Gilded Age Entrepreneur:https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501783180/gilded-age-entrepreneur/#bookTabs=1Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/G8PULDtfOTPTrJzWmEMxp4wBCM4?utm_source=copy_urlSimon Cordery is Professor and Chair in the History Department at Iowa State University. Simon’s research ranges across t…

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Episode 36: Dardan Jahiu Wins Gold at YL, Hannah Sullivan Joins Us For World Games Recap & Talking About Asian Youth Camp & Comp 36:50

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For the first time in the new Karate 1 Youth League system, an Australian has taken home GOLD! Dardan Jahiu takes out the Cadet Male Kumite +70kg with a win in Monterrey, Mexico!! Hannah joins us after just coming back from the World Games and we discuss how insane that event was! We also chat about the Asian Youth Camp & Competition that is on rig…

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Dr. Scott Johnson: Beyond Pharmaceuticals - Overcoming the Incurable: How Plant Medicines Heal Without Harm 1:17:21

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Send us a text What if nature already contains the solutions to many of our health challenges? In this eye-opening conversation with Dr. Scott Johnson—naturopath, author of 28 books, and one of the world's foremost authorities on essential oils—we uncover how plant medicines can work with remarkable potency while avoiding the toxic side effects of …

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Episode 4: Self care feels like a SCAM! 41:16

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How the f*ck am I supposed to fit in self care? This is a question we ask ourselves all. of. the. Time. (especially while living this ‘sandwiched’ lifestyle). With the algorithms feeding us endless articles about all the ways we ‘should’ be doing self care, frankly, it all feels like a scam. In this episode, we (Eliesa Johnson and Robyn Frank) open…

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Christian Elliot: The Breakthrough Blueprint: How Bankruptcy Taught Me What Success Never Could and Why Hitting Rock Bottom Could be Your Fresh Start 53:39

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Send us a text Have you ever had your entire life upended in an instant? At 41, with a wife and four children depending on me, I found myself filing for bankruptcy after our fitness studio of 12 years collapsed. Standing amid the ruins of what we'd built, I had to make an impossible choice: accept the only job offer I had or bet on myself with no s…

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Episode 35: National Coaches Darren Olsen, Lliam Worthington Chat All Things IPP & Big European Tour 49:48

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Just because Nationals are over, doesn’t mean the season is done! National coaches for the International Pathways Program (IPP), Darren Olsen and Lliam Worthington join us on today's episode talking about the program itself and a very exciting tour that is planned! Darren is a longtime server of the karate community as both an athlete and coach, no…

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Episode 3: Help! How do I work with my siblings while we manage our parents? 1:02:38

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Sibling dynamics can be tricky - no matter how loving or estranged you are. Then add in kids, aging parents, living across the country and having to make some big, real-time, decisions together as you begin caregiving for your loved ones. Holy shit - it’s a lot. In this episode, we welcome Lisa Frank, Robyn’s sister to the show. The Frank sisters t…

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1869, Ep. 171 with Angela Douglas, author of Near the Forest, By the Lake 36:35

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Use promo code 09POD to save 30% on Near the Forest, By the Lake:https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501780370/near-the-forest-by-the-lake/#bookTabs=0Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/skD79-efbDBWQr9JlorIR0T1RN8?utm_source=copy_urlAngela E. Douglas is Emerita Daljit S. and Elaine Sarkaria Professor of Insect Physiology and Toxicology at Corn…

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Dr. Peter Breggin: Brain Hijackers - The Dehumanizing Truth About Psych Meds, Methylene Blue, and Profit-Driven Crimes of Psychiatry 1:48:01

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Send us a text In this profound and eye-opening conversation, psychiatrist Dr. Peter Breggin shares the extraordinary journey that has earned him the title "conscience of psychiatry." With seven decades of experience fighting against medical corruption, Dr. Breggin offers rare insights into the true nature of psychiatric medications and their impac…

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THE LIST OFF 11: Paddington 2 w Ali & Camille 1:39:49

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This week: Paddington 2 (2017) dir Paul King. Alan's Game: Bear Tags Guest: Ali DeRegt and Camille Pavlenko Movie chat begins at 5 minutes. In our new series we count down the 50 best films of the 2010s as voted on by a group of film fanatics. The person who ranked the film the highest on their list will appear as our guest to talk about why their …

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Episode 34: Recap of Nationals In South Australia & A Serious Chat About Competition Etiquette 56:43

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What a National Championships that was! Adelaide, congratulations for putting on a great show! We talk about some of the big time results and moments that happened over the weekend, and share the love for the best community. A very important question has come in asking about the integrity of athletes and crowd actions during competition, tune in to…

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1869, Ep. 170 with Michael Ansara, author of The Hard Work of Hope 38:14

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Use promo code 09POD to save 30% on The Hard Work of Hopehttps://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501782145/the-hard-work-of-hope/Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/JgZXr0zi7XFpccw5azotP2auOuY?utm_source=copy_urlMichael Ansara has been a dedicated activist and organizer since the 1960s, starting with the civil rights, student, and antiwar movement…

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Episode 2: What the hell is power of attorney and why do you need it? With Rachel Schromen of Schromen Law, LLC. 48:58

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“Are you the Power of Attorney?” When shit goes down and a health crisis happens with our aging parents, this is one of the first questions we are asked. But what the hell is a power of attorney and why do we need it? In this episode, Eliesa Johnson and Robyn Frank are joined by (the fantastic) Rachel Schromen of Schromen Law, LLC and we discuss it…

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Episode 1: Introduction: What even IS the Sandwich Generation? And are YOU in it? 21:33

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Are you taking care of your young kids and aging parents? Are you feeling like you’re in the messy middle and you don’t know where to go? We felt the same way so we started this podcast ♡ In this episode, we discuss the challenges faced by the sandwich generation, who are simultaneously caring for aging parents and raising young children. Our conve…

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THE LIST OFF 12: Knives Out w Robyn Jabusch 1:34:02

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This week: Knives Out (2019) dir. Rian Johnson. Alan's Game: Eat Shit Guest: Robyn Jabusch Movie chat begins at 9 minutes. In our new series we count down the 50 best films of the 2010s as voted on by a group of film fanatics. The person who ranked the film the highest on their list will appear as our guest to talk about why their film deserves to …

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Episode 33: Amy Connell On Guardian Girls & Her Time In Australia For The 51st National Championships 54:43

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We have a special guest to help us preview the National Championships in Adelaide! Amy Connell is joining us to chat all things Guardian Girls and give us some insight to what it's like being a Scottish karate icon! Stick around to hear us chat about packages, photo gallery, T-Shirt sales and need to know information on the Super Seminar! Send us y…

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THE LIST OFF 13: Little Women w Celina Vides 1:29:20

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This week: Little Women (2019) dir. Greta Gerwig. Alan's Game: Non-fiction books to film. Guest: Celina Vides Movie chat begins at 5 minutes. In our new series we count down the 50 best films of the 2010s as voted on by a group of film fanatics. The person who ranked the film the highest on their list will appear as our guest to talk about why thei…

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1869, Ep. 169 with Joseph Kellner, author of The Spirit of Socialism 31:21

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Use promo code 09POD to save 30% on The Spirit of Socialism:https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501781513/the-spirit-of-socialism/Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/OGLO8fW9hDnmYeR2CzmGMZ5lNEo?utm_source=copy_urlJoseph Kellner is a historian of Russia and the Soviet Union at the University of Georgia.We spoke to Joseph about why the collapse …

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Kerri Rivera: Autism is Not Forever - The Blueprint for Healing that Doctors Don't Know 1:42:11

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Send us a text What if everything we've been told about autism is wrong? What if this condition that affects 1 in 32 children isn't genetic, permanent, or untreatable, but instead represents a massive poisoning crisis that can be reversed? Kerri Rivera joins us to share her extraordinary journey from desperate mother to pioneering healer who's help…

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Episode 32: Recap of Oceania in New Caledonia & Senior Worlds Athletes Locked In 41:13

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We have been offline for a little bit as the Oceania championships took over the Australian karate world! This was one of the most insane events, some serious challenges were faced in New Caledonia for the Oceania Championships. New champions were crowned and the Senior World Championship athletes have been locked away. Have your say to what we dis…

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1869, Ep. 168 with Stephan Rindlisbacher, author of Borders in Red 26:07

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Read Borders in Red for FREE!https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501780554/borders-in-red/#bookTabs=1Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/3ndhPn4qPVQKBrbos5QrSp41j_8?utm_source=copy_urlStephan Rindlisbacher is a postdoctoral researcher at the European University Viadrina Frankfurt (Oder).We spoke to Stephan about how his new book, the first com…

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Mark Grenon: The Unseen Realm - A Missionary's Journey Reveals Biblical Realities 1:39:25

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Send us a text What if the strangest parts of the Bible aren't myth but documented reality? Mark Grenon's journey from skeptical to global missionary reveals archaeological evidence and supernatural encounters that make Scripture's most controversial passages suddenly plausible. Mark's story begins with a life-altering encounter with believers who …

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Mark Grenon: Imprisoned, Poisoned, Debanked, Deplatformed, and Unstoppable: Life as a Medical Missionary 1:13:29

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Send us a text Mark Grenon's life story reads like a thriller but carries the weight of hard truth about health freedom in America. A missionary pilot who spent 47 years serving communities across Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and Colombia, Mark's path took an unexpected turn when he and his family contracted antibiotic-resistant MRSA in 2006. Fac…

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A quick glimpse of what is to come - Season 1 of The Sandwich Generation Pod will be launching in Mid July 2025. This will be a humorous podcast about caregiving for the young, old, and all of the chaos in between. Hosted by Eliesa Johnson and Robyn Frank ✨ Follow us @thesandwichgenerationpodBy Eliesa Johnson and Robyn Frank

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Hakeem Anwar: Your Phone is Eroding Your Privacy, Dignity, and Humanity - And How to Take Back Your Tech 1:13:08

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Send us a text Ever feel like your devices are listening to you? In this eye-opening conversation with digital privacy expert Hakeem Anwar, we pull back the curtain on the massive surveillance infrastructure built into our everyday technology. From phones that listen when they're "off" to health wearables that track your biometric data and share it…

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Glenn Meder: Digital Shackles - Are We Sleepwalking Into A High-Tech Prison? 1:03:23

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Send us a text What if the surveillance capabilities monitoring you today had existed during the American Revolution? According to privacy expert Glenn Meter, "The founding fathers would have been rounded up and executed—just a footnote in history." This chilling perspective frames our conversation about the digital control grid being constructed a…

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Episode 31: Oceania Championships Preview 47:56

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We are nearing the Oceania Championships in Noumea, New Caledonia! Sit back and hear us go through the team and chat about what this means for the Senior athletes! Also Nathan and Mitch play some fun karate games, so play along! Have your say to what we discuss on the show! We would love to hear your thoughts! Send us your ideas/feedback to our ema…

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1869, Ep. 167 w/ Robyn Klingler-Vidra & Ramon Pacheco Pardo, authors of Startup Capitalism 34:54

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Learn more about Startup Capitalism (and use promo code 09POD to save 30%):https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501781391/startup-capitalism/Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/Tmx6NA_VRaCB-WSUO1lIHbWfO9c?utm_source=copy_urlRobyn Klingler-Vidra is Reader in Entrepreneurship and Sustainability at King's Business School, King's College London.Ram…

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EP 18: A Primer on Google Ads for Amazon Sellers with Jyll Saskin Gales 44:33

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🎙 In this episode of Top of Search, ex-Googler and Google Ads coach Jyll Saskin Gales joins Robyn and Abe to unpack the evolving Google Ads landscape and how it compares—and complements—Amazon advertising. They dive deep into how conversion tracking, ROAS expectations, and ad formats like PMAX and Demand Gen shape strategy. Jyll offers practical ad…

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Dr. Michelle Jorgensen: Your Teeth Are Making You Sick - The Mouth-Body Connection to Chronic Disease 1:25:52

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Send us a text What if the root cause of your chronic health issues has been hiding in plain sight—right inside your mouth? Dr. Michelle Jorgensen, a functional integrative dentist and board-certified naturopath, makes the stunning claim that 60-80% of chronic illness can be traced back to oral health problems. This conversation could literally sav…