Best Craig Nelson Podcasts (2025)

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Building a Brand for Nature with Sara Kenny | Communications and Marketing Manager at Biodiversify 50:44

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Today we’re joined by Sara Kenny – Communications and Marketing Manager at Biodiversify – for a rich conversation on the power of messaging, the art of communications strategy, and why brand matters in conservation. We dig into Sara’s journey from zoology and human rights into charity communications, and now, leading communications and marketing fo…

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Brief Meditation on Colossians 1:1-14 22:49

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Welcome back to Fresh Text! In todays episode, follow along with John Drury as he goes through a brief meditation on Colossians 1:1-14. Produced by: Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective) Edited by: Seth Strand Graphics created by: Hannah Harris (@hannahrae.of.sunshine) Facilities Provided by: Indiana Wesley…

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Recovery Discovery | Lab: AI + Motivational Interviewing 30:17

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DeAnn and Craig discuss the potential of AI in therapy, specifically in the context of motivational interviewing (MI). They recap their previous experiment with a chatbot helping a character with alcohol consumption issues. Craig suggests using AI to practice MI, which DeAnn agrees on, given her recent research. DeAnn explains MI's principles, incl…

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426: ‘The Cutting Edge Latest Supermodel’, With David Smith 2:12:15

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Special guest David Smith returns to the show for a developer's perspective look at WWDC 2025. Sponsored by: TRMNL: A hackable e-ink display. Save $15 with code GRUBER. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code talkshow. Transcripts: Unofficial but surprisingly good. Links: Michael Flarup's mockup for a MacOS 2…

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Brief Meditation on Galatians 6:1-16 25:39

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Welcome back to Fresh Text! Today's episode is another meditation in the book of Galatians on chapter 6:1-16. Enjoy this time to rest and contemplate the word! Produced by: Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective) Edited by: Seth Strand Graphics created by: Hannah Harris (@hannahrae.of.sunshine) Facilities Pro…

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425: ‘Through the Wall Like Kool-Aid Man’, With Chance Miller 1:44:02

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Chance Miller returns to the show to discuss the news and announcements from WWDC 2025. Sponsored by: Factor: Healthy eating, made easy. Get 50% off plus free shipping on your first box with code talkshow50off. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code talkshow. BetterHelp: Give online therapy a try at BetterHe…

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Three Decades of Nature Recovery with Craig Ralston | Senior Reserve Manager, Natural England 51:52

17d ago51:52

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What can three decades in one wild place teach us about conservation? In this episode, we sit down with Craig Ralston - Natural England Senior Reserve Manager at Yorkshire’s Lower Derwent Valley National Nature Reserve - to explore his remarkable 30-year journey of restoring landscapes, inspiring communities, and navigating change. Craig shares his…

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BUTCH HARTMAN: "The Greatest Thing Ever!" 27:31

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The Fairly OddParents, debuted almost 25 years ago and is Nickelodeon’s second longest-running television series of all time. Its creator, legendary animation pioneer Butch Hartman, recently launched Butch Hartman Studios to produce uplifting, original, faith-based and mainstream animated programming for kids and families. He hit the ground running…

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Brief Meditation on Galatians 5:1, 13-25 23:07

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Welcome back to Fresh Text! In todays episode, follow along with John Drury as he goes through a brief meditation on Galatians 5:1, 13-25. Produced by: Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective) Edited by: Seth Strand Graphics created by: Hannah Harris (@hannahrae.of.sunshine) Facilities Provided by: Indiana Wes…

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Recovery Discovery | w/ Luke Wendlandt (Cadre.io) 35:52

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Luke Wendlandt joins Craig and DeAnn to discuss Cadre, a mental health platform inspired by social media, aiming to support employees' mental well-being. He highlights that 83% of employees have experienced a depressive episode in the past year. Luke shares personal stories, including missing a job opportunity, which led to a transformative role at…

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Brief Meditation on Galatians 3:23-29 20:52

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Welcome back to Fresh Text! In todays episode, follow along with John Drury as he goes through a brief meditation on Galatians 3:23-29. Produced by: Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective) Edited by: Seth Strand Graphics created by: Hannah Harris (@hannahrae.of.sunshine) Facilities Provided by: Indiana Wesley…

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424: ‘Live From WWDC 2025’, With Joanna Stern and Nilay Patel 2:06:04

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Recorded in front of a live audience at The California Theatre in San Jose Tuesday evening, special guests Joanna Stern and Nilay Patel join me to discuss Apple’s announcements at WWDC 2025. Video: This show is available to watch in 4K video on YouTube. 3D video with spatial audio: Exclusively in Sandwich Vision's Theater on Vision Pro, available o…

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This One’s for the Insects | Dr Kate Umbers, Invertebrates Australia / Insect Conservation Lab 1:00:11

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What if we gave as much love to insects as we do elephants? In this episode, we’re joined by Dr Kate Umbers – Senior Lecturer in Zoology at Western Sydney University and Managing Director of Invertebrates Australia – for a passionate, perspective-shifting conversation about the beauty and importance of bugs. Kate shares why insects deserve a centra…

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Romans 8:12-17 with Chris Bounds (Trinity Sunday) 1:11:14

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Welcome back to Fresh Text! In celebration of Trinity Sunday, John Drury revisits a classic episode with Chris Bounds covering Romans 8:12-17. Enjoy this classic conversation! Produced by: Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective) Edited by: Seth Strand Graphics created by: Hannah Harris (@hannahrae.of.sunshine…

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Recovery Discovery | "Origins of Addiction: The Noble Nematode" 31:21

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DeAnn and Craig discuss Craig's recent exploration into "A Brief History of Intelligence" by Max Bennett, which explores the evolution of intelligence and AI. Craig highlights the connection between AI advancements and our understanding of biological intelligence, using the example of the nematode worm, which has 302 neurons and exhibits simple for…

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Mark 12:1-12 with Alex Lawrence and Tim Kelly 1:00:48

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Welcome back to Fresh Text! In this episode John Drury is joined again by graduate students Alex Lawrence and Tim Kelly. This time, they analyze Mark 12:1-2 to discuss the parable of the wicked tenants. Enjoy this conversation! Produced by: Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective) Edited by: Seth Strand Graphi…

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423: ‘Sewing Machine Repair Shop’, With Patrick McGee 1:32:42

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Patrick McGee joins the show to discuss his must-read new book, Apple in China -- one of the best books about Apple anyone has ever written. Sponsored by: Factor: Healthy eating, made easy. Get 50% off plus free shipping on your first box. Notion: Your notes, docs, and projects in one space. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a websit…

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Episode 246 - Greg Warren 59:33

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Comedian Greg Warren has some unfinished business with Frito-Lay. Before starting his career in comedy, Greg spent a decade working for Procter & Gamble selling products like Jif and Pringles – an experience that later became fuel for his comedy and podcast “The Consumers.” Fresh off the release of his second comedy special “The Champ,” he joins Ch…

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CHARLES KELLEY: Songs for a New Moon 31:51

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Most known as one-third of the 7x Grammy award winning group Lady A, seasoned and celebrated singer-songwriter Charles Kelley is also a chart-topping performer on his own. His 2016’s solo debut "The Driver", led to another Grammy nomination and now he's releasing his second solo project. "Songs for a New Moon", out on June 25th, has a full-on 80's …

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422: ‘A Monkey on a Rock’, With Stephen Hackett 2:14:46

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Stephen Hackett, proprietor of 512 Pixels and co-founder of Relay (purveyor of many fine podcasts), joins the show. Topics include: IO (or if you will, io), the new joint venture of OpenAI and Jony Ive’s LoveFrom; the sheer fantasy of “Made in America” iPhones; and Fortnite’s return to the US App Store. Sponsored by: WorkOS: The modern identity pla…

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Matthew 21:28-32 with Tim Kelly and Alex Lawrence 1:04:00

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Welcome back to Fresh Text! In this episode John Drury and graduate students Alex Lawrence and Tim Kelly dive into Matthew 21:28-32 to discuss the parable of the two sons. Enjoy this conversation! Produced by: Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective) Edited by: Seth Strand Graphics created by: Hannah Harris (@…

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From Africa to the World: Leading WWF’s Global Conservation Mission | Daudi Sumba 48:22

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How systemic transformation, inclusive leadership, and a vision for a nature-positive future are shaping WWF’s global conservation strategy, with our guest Daudi Sumba. What does it take to lead one of the world’s most influential conservation organisations during a time of ecological crisis and transformation? And how do you align 100+ countries, …

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Episode 245 - Derek Hoppe 55:02

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For Milwaukee sanitation worker Derek Hoppe, the job is more than just a routine; it’s almost meditative. Whether he's soaking up fresh air while collecting garbage cans or finding intense focus behind the wheel of a snowplow, Derek finds a rhythm that makes the hours fly by. Longtime friends, Charlie sits down with Derek this week to dig into the …

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Recovery Discovery | "AI: clinical application + skeptics" 37:32

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DeAnn Knighton and Craig Knighton, co-hosts of the Recovery Discovery Podcast, discuss their personal and professional journeys and interest in the current innovations in addiction treatment. DeAnn shares her six-year sobriety journey and her career pivot toward clinical mental health counseling. Craig talks about transitioning from engineering to …

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Mark 7.1-25 with Caleb Hines 1:05:43

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Welcome back to Fresh Text! In this episode graduate student Caleb Hines joins John Drury in analyzing the Parable of Defilement in Mark 7:1-25. Enjoy this conversation! Produced by: Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective) Edited by: Seth Strand Graphics created by: Hannah Harris (@hannahrae.of.sunshine) Faci…

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Passion, Pangolins & Community Power | Beryl Makori, Pangolin Project 47:50

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In this episode of the Conservation Careers Podcast, we meet Beryl Makori, Conservation Manager at The Pangolin Project in Kenya. Beryl shares the remarkable story of rediscovering Kenya’s giant ground pangolin—a species once thought extinct in the country—and the urgent efforts now underway to protect it. From community engagement and ranger patro…

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Episode 244 - Thanasis Antetokounmpo 1:10:54

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Milwaukee Bucks forward Thanasis Antetokounmpo is more than just a basketball player. Whether it’s his career on the court, his podcast Thanalysis, or some other entrepreneurial venture, he believes that success is about creating an ecosystem rather than just focusing on one thing. In this week’s episode, he opens up about his late father’s quiet s…

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THE DOOBIE BROTHERS: Walk This Road 28:52

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New music from The Doobie Brother's is on it's way! The band will release their newest studio album "WALK THIS ROAD" in June featuring 10 newly recorded tracks including “Walk This Road,” “Call Me” and “Lahaina.” Tom Johnston and Pat Simmons are with us today to give us the inside scoop on the album, the upcoming tour, and share their feelings abou…

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Luke 10:25-37 with Ireland Craig and Lauren Klein 1:01:47

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Welcome back to Fresh Text! In this episode John Drury and graduate students Ireland Craig and Lauren Klein look into a passage in Luke 10. In this text they discuss the parable of the Good Samaritan. Produced by: Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective) Edited by: Seth Strand Graphics created by: Hannah Harri…

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Episode 243 - Ike Wynter 1:17:52

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Artist Ike Wynter has a deep appreciation for what most people throw away. Growing up in his family’s junk removal business, he learned early on how to spot beauty in the discarded. When he started turning salvaged wood from old furniture, picket fences, and abandoned buildings into art, everything fell into place. His distinctive work quickly gain…

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John 10 with Kyle Lortz and Gracie Nelson 1:01:56

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Welcome back to Fresh Text! In this episode John Drury and graduate students Kyle Lortz and Gracie Nelson dive into John 10. For this passage they look at the parable of the door for the sheep, and the good shepherd. Produced by: Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective) Edited by: Seth Strand Graphics created …

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421: ‘The Ratchet of Flippancy’, With Craig Mod 1:53:11

2M ago1:53:11

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Craig Mod returns to the show to discuss his splendid new book, Things Become Other Things. Other topics include creating with AI tools (including programming), social media permanence vs. ephemerality, and more. Sponsored by: Dekáf Coffee Roasters: You won’t believe it’s decaf. That’s the point. 30% off with code: DF. Squarespace: Make your next m…

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Episode 242 - Kevin Florek 50:51

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For Tellurian Behavioral Health CEO Kevin Florek, helping those in crisis is in his blood. Started by his uncle in the 1970s, Tellurian was a response to the addiction and mental health issues that Vietnam veterans faced after returning home from the war. Since then, Tellurian has expanded across the entire state of Wisconsin to serve over 9,000 pe…

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Conservation Leadership Across Continents: Dr Howard Nelson | Fauna & Flora / University of Cambridge 50:48

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How One Caribbean Biologist is Shaping the Future of Conservation From Cambridge to the Tropics. In this episode of the Conservation Careers Podcast, we speak with Dr Howard Nelson—Lecturer in Conservation Leadership at Fauna & Flora International and the University of Cambridge. Howard brings over 30 years of experience across the Caribbean and th…

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PATRICIA HEATON: Unexpected 32:06

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Best known for her roles on “Everybody Loves Raymond” and “The Middle”, Patricia Heaton knows how to find and share the humor in everyday life. She's as real and relatable as the characters she portrays, and is bringing those qualities to another career defining chapter - that of producer. FourBoys Entertainment is the name of the production compan…

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Matthew 7:15-20 with Keaton Stout 1:00:06

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Listen to this conversation and Enjoy!

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Episode 241 - Craig T Nelson 41:41

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You might know him as “Coach” or the voice of “Mr. Incredible,” but Craig T. Nelson takes on a deeply personal and dramatic role in Green and Gold (2025). He portrays Buck, a struggling Wisconsin dairy farmer who bets everything on the Packers’ 1993 season while trying to mend a fragile bond with his granddaughter Jenny, played by Madison Lawlor. T…

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Luke 15 with Caleb Propst and Gabe Ramsey 1:04:38

3M ago1:04:38

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An Amazing conversation on Luke 15 with Caleb Propst and Gabe Ramsey

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Improvised Recovery (w/Benjamin Lloyd) 28:37

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This is our final installment (for now) in the Sober Positive Workplace Series. Ben Lloyd shared his journey from an only child with a fractured family life to becoming an actor. He described his early struggles with alcohol, which began in college and intensified in New York. Lloyd's turning point came in 1992 when he met his sponsor at a recovery…

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420: ‘The Best Hatched Plan’, With Glenn Fleishman 2:08:24

3M ago2:08:24

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Special guest Glenn Fleishman returns to the show for episode 420 on 4/20, but everyone’s sober, I swear. Topics include Trump’s dumb tariffs and Glenn’s smart new edition of his book Six Centuries of Type & Printing. Sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Use code talkshow for 10% off your first order. Notion: Try the powerful, easy-to-us…

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1 Peter 4:1-8 with Colleen Deer 46:14

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John and Colleen discuss 1 Peter for Easter Sunday

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Episode 240 - Daniel Van Kirk and Bill Doucette 1:36:25

3M ago1:36:25

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This week on the Cripescast, comedians Daniel Van Kirk and Bill Doucette are back! Though it’s their first time meeting, you'd never know it—their chemistry is instant as they dive into hilarious stories and banter like old friends. Alongside Charlie, they swap some core childhood memories, from the time Charlie was convinced his grandparents were …