Best Let S Make Sense Of It Podcasts (2025)

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Exploring Two Wild Worlds: From Appalachia to Africa 42:12

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From the Appalachian Trail to the African savanna, this episode explores what it means to live between two wild worlds. Each year, military veteran, Brian N. Johnson leaves his home in the Appalachian Mountains of Tennessee and travels to Kenya to lead safaris, capture wildlife through his lens, and share the powerful rhythm of life where lions hun…

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Episode #36 Podcast Series Theme: Healing the Heart of the Believer —One Conversation at a Time. 7:53

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Episode #36 Podcast Series Theme: Healing the Heart of the Believer —One Conversation at a Time. https://youtu.be/yYFCE-oi5rQ When faith and pain collide, it can shake the very core of who you are. Many believers are silently suffering—hurt by people, wounded by systems, and carrying grief that’s been buried under service, titles, and expectations.…

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Episode 33 Abigail the Warrior Princess Battle Ready Faith, Marriage & the Making of Resilient Women 39:13

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🎙️ The Dee-Brief With Dr. Dee Podcast Episode #33: Abigail the Warrior Princess “Battle Ready: Faith, Marriage & the Making of Resilient Women” https://youtu.be/EOr0IDObMDc In this empowering episode, Dr. Dee sits down with Abigail—known as the Warrior Princess—for a candid and faith-filled conversation on resilience, marriage, and the power of God…

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Episode #34: Let’s Talk About It – Healing, Hope, and the Work of Grief with Tony Lynch 36:48

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Grief asks for language, presence, and patient practice. In this conversation, Dr. Dee sits down with Tony Lynch to talk plainly about loss—how it reshapes our identity, what support actually helps, and the daily rhythms that move us from surviving to steadily healing. We unpack myths that keep people silent, the difference between “fixing” and tru…

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Episode #32: Unmuted – The Power of Healing Voice & Vision with Mirah Young 4:48

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In this inspiring episode of The Dee-Brief with Dr. Dee, I sit down with Mirah Young, a powerful woman of vision, resilience, and purpose. Together, we explore what it truly means to find your voice after silence and to walk boldly in the vision God has placed within you. Mirah shares her personal journey of healing and transformation, revealing ho…

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Uncovering the Hidden Power of Zoning 33:24

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LIGHT and DARK 8:36

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Episode Summary In this reflective episode, Dick Foth explores the rhythm of life through the lens of seasons, the autumnal equinox, and the contrast between light and darkness. From family celebrations to global tragedies, he reflects on how we hold both joy and sorrow in the human experience. Drawing from Ecclesiastes, the Lord’s Prayer, and the …

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What Remains: Autumn, Memory, and Meaning 12:03

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Why does autumn feel like a story we're living inside? In What Remains: Autumn, Memory, and Meaning, Christine weaves poetry (Keats, George Eliot), paintings (Van Gogh, Millais), and music (Neil Diamond's "September Morn," Mumford & Sons' "October Skies") with the psychology of nostalgia—how scent, colder air, and seasonal change stir memory, belon…

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Love Letters, War, and the Story That Wouldn’t Let Go 43:05

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What happens when a box of forgotten World War I love letters sparks a story too powerful to stay hidden? In this episode, author Patti Stockdale shares her twenty-year journey of transforming family history into historical fiction, marked by hope, faith, and perseverance. From balancing romance and history on the page to overcoming rejection and f…

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Episode #31: The Journey That Changed Us Reflections from Ghana, West Africa 50:54

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🎙️ Episode #31: The Journey That Changed Us Reflections from Ghana, West Africa 👣 https://youtu.be/0RITXZvJTtc In this soul-stirring episode, The Dee-Brief with Dr. Dee takes you on a journey across continents and deep into the heart. Join Dr. Dee and special guests, Rachel, Allicha, and Jenn as they reflect on their life-changing pilgrimage to Gha…

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William Thompson: The Forgotten First Colonel of the U.S. Army 43:03

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Before Washington crossed the Delaware… before the victory at Yorktown… there was William Thompson In June 1775, this frontier fighter from Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, became the very first colonel of the United States Army—leading an elite Rifle Battalion whose skill, precision, and daring helped shape America's fight for independence. Most A…

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Introducing Joy In The Journey Children & Youth Book Series 13:17

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Healing Begins Here: Introducing Joy in the Journey™ – A Trauma-Informed Book Series & Curriculum for Students K–College By Dr. Darlene “Dr. Dee” Williams Certified MWBE | NYC Schools Vendor- https://youtu.be/b2OdoZxjR5c In today’s classrooms, students are carrying more than just books—they’re carrying the weight of grief, trauma, anxiety, identity…

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Episode #30: Burnout to Breakthrough: Healing, Hustle, & The Black Business Legacy w/ Dr. Claire Green-Forde, LCSW 34:53

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From Burnout to Breakthrough: Healing, Hustle, & The Black Business Legacy In honor of Black Business Month 2025, Dr. Dee dives deep into the untold story behind the success—where purpose meets pressure, and hustle often hides heartache. This episode explores the emotional cost of legacy-building for Black entrepreneurs, and how healing must be par…

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From True Crime to Thriller Fiction: A Conversation with Journalist and Author John Luciew 59:56

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What happens when a journalist who’s spent decades covering real-life crime turns to fiction to tell the stories that linger? In this compelling episode of The Wandering Pen Podcast, host Christine Musser sits down with award-winning Patriot-News journalist and thriller novelist John Luciew. John shares how his investigative reporting on the chilli…

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Amazing Grace 17:17

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In this unforgettable episode, Dick Foth shares the astonishing true story of John Newton — the man behind the beloved hymn Amazing Grace. Born in London’s East End and raised by a devout mother, Newton’s early years were filled with Scripture, song, and spiritual formation. But after her death, he descended into rebellion, becoming a slave trader …

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Carrying the Thread: A Lifetime of Love, Loss, & What Remains 34:32

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n this solo episode, Christine Musser opens her heart to share a personal story of profound grief, layered over decades—the loss of her only sister, her middle brother at age 15, and her husband of 43 years. What begins as a reflection on loss becomes a compassionate offering to others walking the same path. Christine explores what it means to carr…

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Confessional Poetry & Private Pain: From Sylvia Plath to Etheridge Knight 23:20

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What happens when poetry dares to tell the truth? This episode of The Wandering Pen dives into the raw, revealing world of confessional poetry—a groundbreaking literary genre born in postwar America that redefined poetic voice, vulnerability, and truth-telling. Hosted by writer and educator Christine Musser, this 30-minute literary exploration trac…

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Swing Thoughts 11:37

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What can golf teach us about life? On a warm summer morning in Fort Collins, Colorado, Dick Foth hits the links with longtime friend Steve Harris. As they talk between swings, a deeper conversation emerges about discipline, patience, rhythm, and starting fresh. Steve shares how golf became a therapeutic outlet during a difficult season, and how the…

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The Power of Storytelling: Join the Journey to 1,000 Listens 8:04

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What makes a story worth preserving? This episode reflects on the power of oral storytelling, honoring the guests who’ve shared their voices on The Wandering Pen Podcast. Christine shares her vision, her gratitude, and her mission to reach 1,000 listens by July 31—one story at a time. Join the journey, press play, and pass it on. Featuring episode …

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Let Freedom Ring! 29:53

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In this powerful Fourth of July episode of Stories from the Road, Dick Foth sits down with long-time friend and decorated Army veteran, Sergeant Major Kirk Foster, to reflect on the meaning of freedom. From the quiet back porch in Fort Collins, Colorado, the two share stories of service, sacrifice, and legacy. Kirk recounts his journey from enlisti…

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Solo Travel, Grief, and the Camino de Santiago: A Healing Pilgrimage 41:03

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What happens when you walk 500 miles alone—carrying nothing but a backpack and the weight of grief? This episode explores the transformative power of pilgrimage, the search for renewal after loss, and the unexpected healing found on the Camino de Santiago. Christine Musser talks with author and artist Maryanna Gabriel about her book Walking the Cam…

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From Covered Bridges to Cold Cases: Finding Story in the Shadows 56:00

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What stories lie beneath forgotten headstones, behind the silence of a covered bridge, or along the curve of an old back road? In this episode of The Wandering Pen Podcast, we meet a historian, folklorist, and storyteller who’s made it his mission to uncover Pennsylvania’s forgotten past—one cemetery, mystery, and legend at a time. Together, we exp…

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The Sacred Land Beneath Our Feet: Echoes of the Endless Mountains 12:03

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In this poetic solo episode of The Wandering Pen Podcast, host Christine Musser invites listeners into a world before paved roads and power lines—a time when the Endless Mountains were sacred ground to the Iroquois, Lenape, Delaware, and Shawnee peoples. Through mist and memory, rain and rhythm, Christine reflects on the spirit trails, sacred water…

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Between Verses and Translations: Nancy Jean Ross on Crafting Literary Bridges 45:44

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Join Christine Musser as she delves into the creative and academic worl of Nancy Jean Ross, a distinguished poet and literary translator. Our conversation unravels the intricate tapestry of Nancy’s work, where poetry, research, and translation converge to preserve and celebrate female voices across cultures and eras. Nancy shares her journey from t…

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Writing from the Wild: Cynthia O’Neil on Horses, Land, and Living Between Worlds 1:04:55

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In this heartfelt episode of The Wandering Pen Podcast, Christine Musser sits down with writer Cynthia O’Neil. From the moss-covered hills of Western North Carolina, Cynthia shares her journey as a triracial writer, her deep bond with horses, and how land, resilience, and ancestral memory shape her voice. Together, they explore Cynthia’s roots in M…

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From Vulnerability to Voice: A Personal Reflection & Future Glimpse 10:23

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In this heartfelt solo episode, host Christine Musser pauses to reflect on the growth, gratitude, and genuine connection that have defined the first 21 episodes of The Wandering Pen. What began as a podcast rooted in vulnerability and storytelling has blossomed into a meaningful space for authors, historians, artists, and everyday people to share t…

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A MIRACLE MORNING IN MAY! 19:07

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On a spring morning in May 2013, Dick and Ruth Foth’s life changed forever. While gathered with longtime friends in Estes Park, Colorado, Ruth suddenly collapsed from cardiac arrest. With no pulse and minutes to act, a chain of miracles unfolded—beginning with a rookie officer’s CPR and culminating in Ruth’s full recovery, with no brain damage. Twe…

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History, Heritage & Nonconformity: Anne Deeter Gallaher Reflects on Her Roots 33:34

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Today’s episode tells the story of a trailblazing Pennsylvania family who challenged expectations and left a powerful legacy. Based in the Harrisburg area during the early 1900s, this family defied societal norms: a mother who began a professional singing career at 50, a daughter who became one of the highest-earning women of her time and later led…

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The Power of Grit: Mari Sandoz’s Legacy as the Story Catcher of the Plains 56:43

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In this episode of The Wandering Pen, host Christine Musser welcomes historian and author Shannon D. Smith, President of the Mari Sandoz Heritage Society, for a compelling conversation about the life, work, and enduring legacy of Mari Sandoz—one of the most powerful voices of the American High Plains. Born in 1896 in a sod house in northwest Nebras…

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The Tale of Two Mothers 27:40

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🎧 Episode 56 – The Tale of Two Mothers Host: Dick Foth Guest: Mackenzie “Mac” Matthews Theme: Honoring motherhood through story, struggle, and song In this special Mother's Day edition, Dick shares the stories of two remarkable women: his mother, Gwendolyn, and friend Mackenzie “Mac” Matthews—a young mom whose faith carried her through a battle wit…

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Resilience and the Writer’s Journey: Julie Burtinshaw on Grief and Renewal 58:10

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In this heartfelt episode, author Julie Burtinshaw joins host Christine Musser to explore the healing power of writing through personal loss and life’s most challenging moments. Julie opens up about her journey back to writing after deep grief, sharing how creativity can be both a refuge and a path to renewal. Together, Christine and Julie reflect …

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From Hemingway to EcoWatch: Cristen Hemingway Jaynes on Storytelling and Sustainability 52:10

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In this episode of The Wandering Pen, Christine Musser welcomes Cristen Hemingway Jaynes—great-granddaughter of Ernest Hemingway, author, and environmental journalist—for a thoughtful conversation on legacy, creativity, and the natural world. From retracing her famous ancestor’s steps to carving out her own voice through fiction, nonfiction, and en…

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The King Who Gives 15:56

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🎧 Episode 55: The King Who Gives Podcast: Stories from the Road with Dick Foth 🗓 Released during Holy Week 📝 Episode Notes: In this Holy Week reflection, Dick Foth contrasts earthly kings who take—with a King who gives. From Roman taxes to temple coins, and from ancient prophecy to the cross, Dick weaves stories of money, power, and generosity thro…

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Dennis Owens on 30+ Years in Journalism and the Changing Face of Local News 44:05

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In this episode of The Wandering Pen Podcast, Christine Musser sits down with Dennis Owens—longtime ABC27 anchor, political reporter, and host of This Week in Pennsylvania—for a compelling conversation about the transformation of journalism over the past 30 years. From his early days in sports broadcasting to becoming a trusted political voice at t…

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St. Patrick's Day 2025 21:52

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St. Patrick’s Day & The Greatest Story Ever Told Summary: In this special St. Patrick’s Day episode, Dick Foth shares the remarkable story of St. Patrick, a British-born captive turned missionary who helped shape the spiritual history of Ireland. With his signature storytelling warmth, Dick draws a parallel between Patrick’s journey and the greates…

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An Unexpected Life 37:01

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Episode 54: An Unexpected Life Guest: Dr. Bob Easter Episode Summary: In this episode of Stories from the Road, Dick Foth revisits a conversation with Dr. Bob Easter, a man whose life journey has taken him from rural Texas to the heights of academia and leadership. A renowned expert in agricultural sciences and former President of the University of…

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I Like Giving! - Part 2 27:39

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Episode Summary In Part 2 of I Like Giving!, Brad Formsma returns to discuss the heart of generosity—why it matters, how it transforms lives, and how we can pass it on to the next generation. Brad shares stories about his WOW Factor Podcast, lessons from Admiral Vern Clark, and the Generous Kids Book Club. Plus, Dick shares a moving story about une…

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I Like Giving! - Part 1 34:09

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Summary: In this episode of Stories from the Road, Dick Foth sits down with Brad Formsma, founder of I Like Giving, a movement centered on the power of generosity. As Valentine's Day approaches, they explore how giving is at the heart of love. Brad shares personal stories from his childhood, including lessons from his grandfather, who modeled a lif…

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Let's Go GREEN and GOLD! 24:58

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Join Dick Foth and Anders Lindwall as they dive into the journey of creating Green and Gold, a film about hope, family, and the Green Bay Packers. Anders discusses his Midwest roots, his passion for storytelling, and the incredible process of bringing the movie to life. Here are the key moments from the episode: 00:00 - 00:22: Introduction and welc…

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Adventure into Light 9:34

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Episode Title: Adventure into Light Podcast: Stories from the Road with Dick Foth Welcome to this special Christmas episode of Stories from the Road! In "Adventure into Light", Dick Foth reflects on the themes of light, words, and connection during this meaningful season. Sit back, relax, and join Dick by the fire as he shares stories and insights …

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Come to Dinner:  An Invitation to a Healthy Life 38:27

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Episode Notes for Episode 48: Come to Dinner: An Invitation to a Healthy Life This week, we’re taking a trip back to 2019 with a special Thanksgiving episode of Stories From the Road. Originally recorded during the holiday season, this conversation is as relevant now as it was then. Join Dick Foth as he revisits a dialogue about food, health, and c…

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Thank You For Your Service! 14:58

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Episode Summary: In honor of Veterans Day, Dick Foth reflects on the significance of service and sacrifice for the nation. With insights from history and personal stories, Dick examines the commitment of those who serve both in military and public offices. He highlights the shared pledge to defend the Constitution, the foundation of America's freed…

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On The Road Again 14:15

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Episode 46: On the Road Again In this heartfelt return, Dick Foth shares his journey back to podcasting and offers a preview of his new storytelling audiobook, Stories I Love to Tell, coming soon to Audible. Settle in as Dick reflects on his family’s influence, the beauty of autumn, and the timeless value of stories in connecting across generations…

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Prayer for a Successful Surgery and Speedy Recovery 6:47

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Episode Summary: In this heartfelt episode, we offer a short but powerful prayer for those undergoing surgery and for their loved ones who may be feeling anxious. We ask God to guide the hands of the surgeons and medical staff, grant peace and comfort to the patient, and bless the recovery process. Whether you're preparing for surgery or praying fo…

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The Race Against Time: Biblical Teachings on Making the Most of Your Life 7:45

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In today’s episode, we’re discussing “The Race Against Time”—how to live with purpose and intentionality according to biblical teachings. Life can often feel like a race against the clock, full of distractions and challenges. But the Bible gives us clear instructions on how to run this race with endurance and faith. We’ll explore: Hebrews 12:1-2 on…

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Healing Power: Scriptures and Prayers for the Sick 4:51

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In times of illness or distress, it can be comforting to turn to the Word of God for strength and guidance. The prayers for healing found in the Bible are a source of hope and encouragement, reminding us that God is our ultimate healer. By speaking these prayers over ourselves or loved ones, we can invite God…

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UNITED or UNTIED 17:08

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Title: UNITED or UNTIED Episode Notes: In this episode of "Stories from the Road," titled "UNITED or UNTIED," Dick Foth reflects on significant moments of commemoration in July and the importance of unity in our lives. Dick begins by sharing personal milestones, such as the recent Fourth of July celebrations and what would have been his mother's 11…

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Sacrifice: Let Freedom Ring 14:42

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Episode Notes: Sacrifice: Let Freedom Ring In this episode of "Foth and Friends, Stories from the Road," Dick Foth reflects on the 80th anniversary of D-Day, June 6, 1944. Join us as we: - Hear the touching story of Foth’s recent flight over the Normandy beaches and the deep historical significance it invoked. - Explore the sacrifices of the 150,00…

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One May Morning 16:12

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Podcast Episode Description: Title: Stories from the Road Subtitle: A Heart-Stopping Miracle and the Power of Prayer Description: In this heartfelt episode of "Foth and Friends," Dick Foth reflects on a life-altering experience that occurred exactly 11 years ago. As he prepares to travel to Boise, Idaho, for his grandson's high school graduation, D…

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Congrats's, Class of 2024! 12:16

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### Podcast Notes for Episode 42: "Congratulations, Class of 2024!" Host: Dick Foth Title: Congratulations, Class of 2024! Episode Number: 42 Release Date: [Insert Date] #### Summary In this special episode, Dick Foth celebrates his granddaughter, Hope Clements, and her graduation from Northwest University. He delves into the dual nature of graduat…