Best David Naster Podcasts (2025)

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651. THRIVING, not just surviving childhood trauma with Amber DiGiovanni. 38:46

2d ago38:46

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The abuse Amber DiGiovanni suffered as a child is difficult to hear let alone what she felt and experienced as a little girl. Amber is open and honest what she survived but as she explains; it’s the thriving from it that is important. The family of YJHTL sincerely thanks Amber for trusting us with her inspiring message. Please listen and share with…

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650. Is AI going to take over humankind? Part Two with Tyler Woodard. 28:27

6d ago28:27

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Part Two with Tyler is a fascinating discussion if AI can and will really take over humankind. Tyler is a common man who explains AI and how it can benifit humankind. And yes, I really did get his name wrong. It wasn't a comedy bit.

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649. A easy way to understand AI with Tyler Woodard. (who I called Taylor the entire time) 38:43

6d ago38:43

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Tyler Woodard offers a simple explanation of AI. Also how to use chat GBT, Grok or gemini for clarification of what you REALLY want to know. And it's true - I called him Taylor the entire time. WHY? You just have to laugh at yourself.

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647. A humorous and honest take on if the world is declining in morality with David. 15:59

11d ago15:59

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You humble and caring host, David Naster shares his insight and take if morality is really declining world-wide. What’s your thoughts. naster.com [email protected]

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646. Hitting Rock Bottom is the perfect place to creating your wonderful life. 15:34

18d ago15:34

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Your charming and humble host David Naster shares his experience and the beauty of hitting rock bottom. It’s an end to what didn’t work to the new beginning that will work. The reason, you’re the writer, creator and star in your life’s movie. You can and will make it a winner.

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645. Dining with the Dog-Ma! Animal lover and Chef Amber DiGiovanni helps people transform their and their dogs lives with powerful canine nutritional information. 40:47

21d ago40:47

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Welcome to Dining with the Dog-Ma! Amber DiGiovanni’s mission is to teach and encourage healthy lifestyles for you and your furry friend. As well as helping dogs in no-kill shelters. Amber believes that feeding your dog should be easy, delicious, and affordable. She provides high quality, canine-friendly spices and herbs to add a touch of flavor to…

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644. Part two with Istvan Javorek. He became a world class weightlifting and conditioning coach that the greatest athletes in the world have used. 58:14

27d ago58:14

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This is Part Two of Istvan Javorek fascinating story. He started his sports career as a violin player. He was a skinny kid in Romania and far away from being the strongest child in his neighborhood. One day coming home from violin practice a bully ambushed him on the street and coerced him to press his violin bow overhead. The bully and his laughed…

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643. Part One with Istvan Javorek that includes his incredible journey including his defection from Romania to America to become one the guiding forces of world-class weightlifting and conditioning. 1:03:42

27d ago1:03:42

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In this Part one of Istvan’s story he explains his strength to survive living in a border city of Hungary and Romania. Leaving his wife and daughter he defected to West Germany then on to America. Worry not. There is a happy reunion with his daughter and wife. istvanjavorek.com

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642. Don’t WIMP OUT! Remembering Care Tuk 19:14

1M ago19:14

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Like any battle-hardened warrior, Care Tuk wore her scars like a badge of honor. She's found her life turned upside down as she lived through 14 separate bouts with cancer, a near-death car crash, a brain bleed that left her speechless and nearly immobile. Ravaged by the painful side effects of DES (Diethylstilbestrol) - an experimental drug intend…

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641. Thailand Earthquake udate and concern from people who live there. 11:40

1M ago11:40

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With the recent earthquake in Myanmar that effected Bangkok I offer this updated podcast with reports from people who live in Thailand. It's a beautiful country with beautiful people. We pray for the safety and well-being for all affected by this natural disaster. The picture is a picture I took of Bangkok when I was there a week ago.…

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640. Sex, Gender and sexuality - the accurate definitions. They are all different. 7:08

1M ago7:08

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Sex is biological and physiological characteristics, such as chromosomes, reproductive organs, and hormones – which are either male or female. Gender refers to socially constructed roles, behaviors, and identities that are influenced by social, cultural, and personal experiences. It may also refer to how society responds to an individual based on t…

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639. Mark Farner explains his latest song, ‘Anymore’ that was just released and the wholistic value of tuning his guitar to 432 Hz. 15:36

1M ago15:36

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Closer to My Home” is the long-awaited, new album from legendary guitarist and singer/songwriter Mark Farner. Bridging past and present, the grit of industry and the calloused hard work of a rural man,“ Closer to My Home” champions Farner’s multi-faceted artistry. “The songs on the Closer to My Home are honest and from my heart,” Farner said. “The …

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638. Is there Laugh after death? Sometimes you DON’T just have to laugh. 27:47

1M ago27:47

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Sometimes things are not funny. I get it. Sometimes you don’t just have to laugh. Sometimes I keep my funny thoughts in my thinking. When people aren’t ready to laugh the last thing they need is for anyone to force what they think is a funny on them. How do you know when to do this? It begins with this. YOU HAVE TO KNOW THEM. Even then it can back-…

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637. “I'm just me and that's enough!” That’s Dr. Chris Celio mantra as he proves the value of laughing at yourself - especially when you stutter. 59:02

2M ago59:02

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Psychologist, Dr. Chris Celio represents the heart of You Just Have To Laugh by laughing at himself. Chris stutters. From the suicidal hotline in Los Angeles to working with suicide and depression patients, Dr. Celio understands the value humor and laughing play in healing. He also understands how you have to know the person before humor is used. C…

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636. Mike Long explains how to get a more fulfilling life with training your brain to overcome the dopamine chase. 43:16

2M ago43:16

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Dopamine, “the molecule of more,” is the chemical in our brains that drives us to seek out newer and better things—the latest gadget, the coolest job, the perfect partner. But for many of us, it’s easy to get stuck in a cycle of never being truly satisfied. Because dopamine can only promise happiness. It can never deliver. That part is up to us. Mi…

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635. Follow your heart and passion and Jim Stringer proves that with an illustrious musical career for over 55 years. 1:03:28

2M ago1:03:28

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It was 1956. Jim was eight years old. Elvis Presley had recently been featured on Ed Sullivan's and Steve Allen’s television shows. The impression cast was indelible. An unrelenting campaign against his parents finally resulted in a Christmas present. A rough but playable ¾ size guitar. Decorated with a picture of Roy Rogers atop trigger. Jim remem…

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634. Funny, You don't sound Yiddish. Let's learn some great Yiddish words with David. 13:47

2M ago13:47

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Yiddish is a language used by Jewish people. It originated in 9th or 10th century in Central Europe. It's a West Germanic language that developed when Jews from France and Italy settled in the Rhine River valley. Today it is mainly spoken in the Israel, the United States and Russia. Bissel (bisl)— A little bit, as in “I just want to eat a bissel ri…

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633. What's Billy Bob Thorton really like off camera? His pal Anthony Burnside shares just that. 25:04

2M ago25:04

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Anthony shares what a good guy and talented musician Billy Bob Thorton is, We even go into the 2nd season of Landman.

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632. My mom was no-nonsense with unconditional love. 17:25

2M ago17:25

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This podcast is from my heart. Great memories of my mom which I know will spark great memories of your. The picture was taken the first year of my life -1953. naster.com for info on You Just Have to Laugh.

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631. Your time will be well spent with the Funny Old Bag – Susan Rice 1:07:48

3M ago1:07:48

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Susan Rice loves to make people laugh. She began her professional comedy career in 1983 and is still making people laugh 42 years later as a professional comedian. Now in her 70’s Rice has found a broader range of audience than she remembers ever having as a young comedian. She recently appeared on the Youtube channel for Don’t Tell Comedy where he…

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630. Terramation is the process of transforming human remains into nutrient-rich soil. Katey from Return Homes explains this alternative to burial and cremation. 18:00

3M ago18:00

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Return Home provides families the inclusive, gentle, transparent death care that continues the cycle of life and contributes to the sustainability of the planet. Terramation is the process of transforming human remains into nutrient-rich soil through controlled natural decomposition, offering an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional b…

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629. Behind the scenes at the Super Bowl with KC Chiefs Radio network producer Dan Israel. And with Bob Gretz answering if the games are rigged? 1:10:36

3M ago1:10:36

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Dan Israel has been to the last 4 our of 5 Superbowl as the producer and pre- & post-game host. He has produced the Chief’s Radio network since 1990 and has covered 39 play-off games. Dan takes us behind the scenes of the Chiefs at the Superbowl including, security, workouts and every preparation imaginable and then some. Bob Gretz has covered 25 S…

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628. Is being grateful and thankful the same thing? Yes and it's all about appreciation. And David proves it with a favorable eye. 11:12

3M ago11:12

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You Just Have To Laugh – meets judgement with a favorable eye. Being both thankful and grateful are interchangeable with one another and are simply expressions of appreciation. Thankful is an expression of gratitude. Gratitude is the thought of appreciation. So let’s flip that around. Gratitude is an expression of thankfulness. Thankfulness is the …

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627. Lonnie McFadden - a class act from a class family and we get the blessing of witnessing it all. 1:06:44

3M ago1:06:44

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Born and raised in Kansas City, MO, Lonnie McFadden is a unique multi-talented performer who sings, tap dances and plays trumpet. Lonnie has traveled the globe performing and representing Kansas City Jazz at major jazz festivals and shows around the world. His performances have been seen internationally and include such events as the North Sea Jazz…

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626. YJHTL is dedicated in helping people get through grief. 39:13

3M ago39:13

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Reverend Bob Hill, Rabbi Michael Zedek and David Naster offer their experiences to help others get through their grief - the anguish experience after significant loss. “We don’t get over grief, we do what you can to get through it so we don't stay in the paralysis of sadness. All three of us offer you this podcast from our hearts and care.”…

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625. Security Expert Anthony Burnside explains the dangers of TikTok and how to protect yourself from terrorist and personal attacks 30:02

3M ago30:02

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Anthony Burnside is the Owner/CEO of the Ronin Group. His expertise includes - Threat Assessment/Executive Protection Specialist /TV Security Analyst and Private Investigation. Anthony’s primary directive is the safety of his clients using the techniques of executive protection, non-confrontation with his training and awareness for the safe evacuat…

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624. Reverend Bob Hill and Rabbi Michael Zedek share some of the great spiritual leaders we lost in 2024. 39:43

3M ago39:43

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Reverend Bob Hill and Rabbi Michael Zedek return to remember some of the great spiritual leaders we lost in 2024. Some you may never have heard of but might want to check out their meaningful teachings. Thanks to Bob and Michael for their insights.

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Super Mario: The Ultimate Royal Caribbean Cruiser 17:46

4M ago17:46

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Send us a text Summary With the most cruises in history, the legendary "Super Mario" (as he is affectionately known), shares his journey to becoming the most seasoned cruiser ever, having lived onboard Royal Caribbean ships for 25 years! Episode Overview Super Mario, the ultimate Royal Caribbean cruiser, joins us aboard Icon of the Seas to share hi…

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623. 'A Bushel of Beans and a Peck Tomatoes' is the life story of James Gregory. A man beloved by millions. Co-author Mike Long shares some of the greatest stories from the book. 42:32

4M ago42:32

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Mike Long sat with James Gregory to write his life story, “A Bushel of Beans and a Peck of Tomatoes.” Mike joins the YJHTL podcast to tell us more about James Gregory, the man who is beloved by millions. James was one of the most successful nightclub and theater comedians in America and it started out a long way from the stage, in the tiny farming …

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622. The Dancing Queens rock the K-State Basketball games at Bramlage Coliseum. Gerry Ince is 83 years old. Janice Edwards is 84. 19:32

4M ago19:32

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Nothing gets the crowd going at K-State basketball games this season more than Gerry Ince, 83, and Janice Edwards, 84. The two friends are longtime K-State fans who had gone to basketball and football games with their husbands since the ’80s. Gerry was the first who got into dancing along with the timeout music. The first time they went to a basket…

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621. “If you feel it, you know it,” and Steve ‘Duck’ McLane knows and feels Reggae music as he takes us to the rhythms of the Caribbean. 52:46

4M ago52:46

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Steve ‘Duck’ McLane was one of the original members and composers of The Blue Riddim Band. His early exposure to reggae music led him to frequent visits to Jamaica during the 1970s where he built relationships with local band Soul Syndicate. Later on they were the opening act for the likes of Dennis Brown, Big Youth, Burning Spear, Peter Tosh and B…

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620. "Write drunk - edit sober” and more prolific insights with the ‘Fabulous Sage.’ 1:12:55

4M ago1:12:55

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Born in Hiawatha, Kansas, in 1951 as Stephen Bradley Miller, after graduating from high school there in 1969 he attended Kansas State University, Washburn University, and the University of Missouri, graduating with the BA degree in philosophy from Washburn and a Bachelor of Journalism degree from Missouri. Using the byline Bradley Miller, Sage spen…

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619. Talking about the Stand-up comedy scene with Mike Bridenstine – a man who knows what he is talking about. 1:08:32

4M ago1:08:32

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Mike Bridenstine is an experienced writer, producer, and a booker with a strong comedy background and an excellent eye for talent. As a stand-up her performed as a New Face at the Montreal Just For Laughs Comedy Festival, as well as on Comedy Central and NBC. He produced and hosted “Hunk with Mike Bridenstine,” a weekly panel show with over 220 epi…

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618. Fun with the words in the English language – especially homographs. 5:31

4M ago5:31

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Read along with these homographs: The bandage was *wound* around the *wound*. The farm was used to *produce produce*. The dump was so full that it had to *refuse* more *refuse*. We must *polish* the *Polish* furniture. He could *lead* if he would get the *lead* out. A *bass* was painted on the head of the *bass* drum. When shot at, the *dove dove *…

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617. Michelle Pryor of Life Priority reflects on her personal friend and business partner Durk Pearson, who is a world renown expert on anti-aging and brain-chemistry. Durk passed away October 24th of ... 29:57

4M ago29:57

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Durk Pearson and his wife, Sandy Shaw are the scientists behind the high-quality supplements Michelle and Geg Pryor sell at Life Priority. Both Durk and Sandy are known as independent experts in anti-aging research and brain biochemistry since 1968. They have been pioneers in the life extension field. The publication of their runaway-bestseller Lif…

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616. The true meaning of Chanukah with Rabbi Michael Zedek - and it’s not about the miracle of the oil lasting for 8 days. 38:36

4M ago38:36

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Rabbi Michael Zedek explains the true meaning of Chanukah. It has nothing to do with an 8-day miracle of the oil burning. He also explains it’s on the 25-day of the Jewish month of Kislev and how the Jewish calendar coincides with the lunar movement of the moon. Rabbi Zedek also gives us the history as well significance of Chanukah. This a fun, int…

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615. Liz Kelley makes Christmas 365 days a year to Vietnam Veterans with her ‘Welcome Home” presentation - Preceded with a big ‘Lizzie’ hug. 30:30

4M ago30:30

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Dancer, Liz Kelley shares with the YJHTL family how her life changed when she went with Bob Hope to Vietnam with his USO tour. She was deeply moved by the pain and suffering she witnessed from the soldier’s experience. Especially when they came home and were ridiculed and ignored. Liz’s mission is to give a ‘Welcome Home’ hug and thank you to every…

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614. "The day Rock & Roll music died" with Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Radio DJ - Max Floyd 36:12

5M ago36:12

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Max Floyd was a radio DJ for over 50 years. He is one of the few Radio DJ's in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Max's knowledge of music is informative as it is impressive. He shares his experience in the Army on a 100,000 watt station that was heard all over Europe. Max also shares how he always thought of listener first and how he could pick a hit…

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613. Dave Wilson IS the meaning of Christmas. 34:42

5M ago34:42

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Dave Wilson is finest of the finest – when it comes to live a good and Godly life. This podcast shares his spirit and essence as he brings out the Santa Claus is all of us. Please share this podcast with family and friends to keep the Christmas spirit going every day. The picture is Mr. & Mrs. Claus – alias Dave and his wife. Checkout Dave’s websit…

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612. Gary Cardile checks all of the boxes of the YJHTL message Humor, Laughter, Faith, Helping others and MUSIC. And he has played with best of Latin, Jazz and R &B musicians. 45:50

5M ago45:50

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Gary began his professional career at the age of 16 as a singer/dancer/percussionist working with R&B acts in the K.C. area. During the next 30 years, Gary continued to work professionally, sometimes as a vocalist, but more often as a percussionist, backing some of the greatest names in Jazz and Entertainment. Working with the likes of Hank Crawfor…

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611. Funny Holiday Stories to keep you in Seasonal Cheer 11:04

5M ago11:04

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You host, David Naster tells some very funny holiday stories to do nothoing more than a give you a smile, a chuckle or a snort. Enjoy and share to keep thet Holiday Cheer going. yjhtl.com for books and nasterblasters

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610. Retired Sportscaster Todd Donoho is a wonderful storyteller. He shares great stories about his experiences with Pete Rose, Tommy Lasorda, Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant. 57:34

5M ago57:34

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Todd Donoho is an American radio and television sportscaster who was the host the post-game show for Missouri Tigers basketball. He led sports news reporting in the 1990s for Los Angeles television station KABC after working for stations across the country and later became a sports news anchor for Fox Sports West. Todd portrayed himself in the movi…

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609. You Just Have to Laugh at PAIN with your charming host. 9:57

5M ago9:57

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Is it possible to laugh at, and through your pain – both physical and emotion? Yes and in this podcast and my book You Just Have To Love - the meaning of life, I prove it possible and vital to living a meaningful and joyous life. Order the book – You Just have To Love – the meaning of life - at naster.com.…

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608. Appreciation, Thankfulness and Gratitude - Transforms everyday to Thanksgiving. 9:47

5M ago9:47

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This podcast was ignited by my search for a podcast about the Thanksgiving Holiday. I offer you this heartfelt podcast with this sincere message from You Just Have To Laugh and the thousands of people it represents. Thanks. Appreciation and Gratitude. “The time to offer thanks is not for just one day, And the deeds of being grateful brings a daily …

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607. Don’t look down on yourself. Stop it. It’s your life and you alone can make it meaningful and fun. 13:35

5M ago13:35

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Your life is created by you. The good, the bad and the ugly. You can change your life anytime you want to by your state of being. Your circumstances do not determine your life, your state of being and choices do. Be it acting on or reacting to your emotions that too is a choice. So, you must be aware of what you are thinking and feeling. Add value …

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606. 14 You Just Have To Laugh’s suggestions for a meaning and joyful life. We offer you these because they work! 21:28

6M ago21:28

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David Naster takes you through14 suggestions that will put into motion a meaningful and joyful life. You are welcome to implement as many as you want. We might suggest all of them because they all work. 1: You want fair, every state’s got one, go find it. 2: You are the only person who can take care of you. 3: Want it! Earn it. 4: Start at the bott…

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605. How to successfully talk about God intellectually between different faiths with Reverend Bob Hill and Rabbi Michael Zedek. 24:54

6M ago24:54

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Talking religion with people of different faiths can get to heated argumentative rather than having a civil discussion. Tempers and passions can flair with new understandings being lost. Rabbi Michael Zedek and Reverend Bob Hill share a fascinating discussion how intellectual understanding can be gained without disruptive emotions when sharing phil…

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604. Vision can be fooled, but not what you hear. David explains why the YJHTL podcasts are audio only. 11:09

6M ago11:09

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Seeing can trick you. Your hearing can’t, because hearing translates to thought. Seeing translates to a different filtering system. It can be deceiving, that’s how magicians make a living. When we listen to each other and hear a truth, it resonates in our thinking - it permeates every fiber of our being. That is why listening commits more to the di…

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603. Where do superstitions come from? David takes you on a fun and interesting answer to over 25 of them. 13:35

6M ago13:35

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Knocking on wood Throwing salt over your shoulder Don’t walk under a ladder Step on a crack break your mother’s back Fingers crossed Friday the 13th Itchy Palms Don’t face two mirrors across from each other. Never stick your chopsticks straight up Don’t go home right after a funeral Keep your shoes off the table And 18 more……

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602. Aaron Jackson’s global project, “Planting Peace’ fights every day for a more just, peaceful, loving world through their humanitarian deeds. 34:37

6M ago34:37

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Aaron Jackson is an American, human rights and environmental activist. He was raised in Destin, Florida and attended Valencia College until 2002. After backpacking around the world, he interned at The Homeless Voice, an advocacy group in Davie, Florida and became director of the COSAC Homeless Shelter. The first orphanages he opened in Haiti were e…

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