Best What S The Data Point Podcasts (2025)

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FBI Director Kash Patel Fires Agents involved in GOP Phone Tracking Skeem & Letitia gets Indicted 16:08

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Story 1 – “FBI Abuse and Cover-Up” FBI Director Kash Patel has fired agents involved in tracking phone calls of eight Republican senators and one congressman during a supposed investigation led by Special Counsel Jack Smith. It describes a hidden vault of subpoenaed communication records, suggesting a deliberate cover-up under the previous administ…

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357. Shutdown? Maybe in DC… CMBS Issuance Surges, Bank Consolidation, Office Recapitalization 46:38

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In this week’s episode of The TreppWire Podcast, we break down the U.S. government still being shut down and what it means for economic data releases being paused the longer it drags on. We unpack the September Fed meeting minutes, which revealed a split among policymakers following last month’s 25-basis-point rate cut. We dive into Q3 CMBS issuanc…

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Trump 'Whole World has come Together to Secure Israel-Hamas Peace Deal' 15:52

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Israel Hamas Peace Deal Hamas has agreed to a ceasefire and peace plan proposed by President Donald Trump. The agreement was reportedly signed in Egypt, with multiple Arab nations participating in mediation (Qatar, Egypt, Turkey). Hostage releases are a central part of the deal, including both living captives and the return of bodies of those kille…

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Do We Misunderstand the Point of Monogamy? (Dan Savage) 1:01:58

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Longtime sex-advice columnist and author Dan Savage shares how he thinks about monogamy, marriage, infidelity, and repair. We explore how sex and relationships get conflated. We get into identities, orientations, preferences, language, and how we’re raising kids today. Also, Savage’s take on heteropessimism, what makes a man an attractive partner, …

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Day 7 Government Down-Hakeem Jeffries Jumps in w Schumer to Continue this Disaster 12:38

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Blame on Democrats: The term “Schumer Shutdown” is updated to “Schumer–Hakeem Jeffries Shutdown.” Jeffries is criticized for rejecting a one-year ACA subsidy extension that could have reopened the government. The commentary accuses Democrats of “orchestrating” the shutdown for political leverage. Defense of Republicans and Trump: Quotes from Donald…

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Ep. 555: Invest in Tools, an Orange Theory Hack & a Sobering Fact about Books 30:07

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By Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project

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Biden FBI Spied on Eight Republican Senators as Part of Arctic Frost Investigation 16:28

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By Premiere Networks

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The 6 Must-Know Metrics Every Arts Leader Should Track (And Why) 35:07

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By TRG Arts

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Media Covers for Comey plus Dem AG Nominee Jay Jone's Violent 'Fantasies' 16:31

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Media Bias Allegation: The mainstream media serves as “state-sponsored media for the Democratic Party.” A montage contrasting Democratic reactions to Trump’s indictment with those to Comey’s indictment, to highlight double standards. Democrats and the media defend Comey while condemning Trump under similar legal circumstances, framing this as proof…

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Schumer Shutdown Continues...How it will end, plus Biden Judge Gives Light Sentence to Justice Kavanaugh's attempted Murder-because the Killer is Transgender 30:29

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1. The “Schumer Shutdown” We begin with the ongoing government shutdown as the fault of Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and the Democratic Party. They claim Democrats are panicking and have no political “off-ramp,” predicting that the standoff will end with “complete capitulation” from Democrats. The conversation includes discussion of polling…

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Little Happier: A Happiness Lesson from Author Kurt Vonnegut’s Uncle 4:04

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Gratitude is a key to happiness, and while gratitude journals work for some, alternative practices also work—such as one simple approach suggested by author Kurt Vonnegut's uncle. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and th…

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The Democrat Inspired Government Shutdown w Sen Ted Cruz 34:21

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Cause of Shutdown: Shutdown occurred after Congress failed to pass funding past September 30. Cruz argues Democrats deliberately blocked a CR to appease their progressive base. Senate Dynamics: A CR passed the House but failed in the Senate, receiving 55 votes instead of the required 60. Three Democrats (Fetterman, Cortez Masto, Angus King) voted w…

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Dems Ratcheting Up the Rhetoric, an Opportunity to clean out Bureaucrats & Liberals Demonize their Opponents Week In Review 30:35

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Accusations of Democratic Extremism Ben and Sen Cruz call out Democrats for using inflammatory language (e.g., calling Republicans “fascists,” ICE “Gestapo,” or U.S. politics a “supervillain convention”). They argue this rhetoric contributes to real-world violence, citing examples like the assassination of Charlie Kirk, attacks on ICE facilities, a…

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More Happier: The Joy of Giving Away Toys, the Pleasure of Parasocial Relationships & TV Tourism 26:01

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We talk about the energy (and space) gained from giving away items that others will appreciate, and we explore the surprisingly positive aspects of parasocial relationships with podcast hosts and TV personalities. Plus, we dive into the phenomenon of TV tourism. Resources & links related to this episode: Listen to the Since You Asked with Lori Gott…

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Ep. 231: A canonical mailbag episode! 55:51

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JD and Ed answer some questions about marriage from listeners. This episode is sponsored by The Catholic Family Emergency Binder from Wallet Win. This binder is designed to give Catholic families peace of mind, ensuring you and your loved ones are prepared for the unexpected—whether that’s an illness, injury, or even death. Use code PILLAR for 20% …

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Dems DO give Money to Illegals & say Trump is "crazy" for causing Shutdown 17:46

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Federal Funds for Illegal Immigrants The piece argues that contrary to public statements, federal tax dollars do go to undocumented immigrants through: Emergency Medicaid (covering ER and maternity care). Improper state claims, citing California as an example. Democratic Shutdown Demands It lists alleged Democratic demands to prevent a shutdown, po…

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Shutdown Dems Gaslight, claiming they DON'T Want Free Healthcare for Illegals, plus Fighting the Crime Epidemic in Blue Cities 34:38

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Government Shutdown Narrative Democrats blamed for deliberately causing the shutdown for political reasons. Framed as Chuck Schumer’s attempt to appeal to progressive factions like AOC. House Republicans passed a “clean CR” (continuing resolution) to keep government funding stable, but Democrats rejected it. Healthcare for Illegal Immigrants Democr…

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356. What This Week Means for CRE: Government Shutdown, AI’s Impact on Employees, CMBS Delinquency Rate Pulls Back, Bank Data Insights & More 51:46

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In this week’s episode of The TreppWire Podcast, we analyze what recent developments mean for commercial real estate (CRE), starting with the U.S. government shutdown. We explore its potential economic impact, how long it could last, and what historical shutdowns suggest for CRE. We continue the ongoing conversation about AI, including Accenture la…

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Democrats Hold the Government Hostage 11:41

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Main Themes Blame Assignment: the government shutdown is caused by Democrats, specifically Chuck Schumer, to avoid pressure from progressive figures like AOC. Media Criticism: Mainstream media portrays shutdowns emotionally (e.g., TSA officers, families struggling) to support Democrats’ narrative. Lawmakers & Paychecks: Criticizes Democratic lawmak…

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The Intrinsic Order that Emerges from Within Chaos (Elinor Dickson, PhD) 52:50

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“We have to let go of our own patriarchy,” says Elinor Dickson. “And we’re afraid to because it represents control for us.” Dickson spent more than 35 years as a Jungian therapist, and she cowrote the seminal Dancing in the Flames with her good friend Marion Woodman. She’s one of the wise elders of our time. We explore the new universal mythos our …

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Schumer and Radical Democrats Make Government Shutdown a Reality 34:04

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Cause of Shutdown: Shutdown occurred after Congress failed to pass funding past September 30. Cruz argues Democrats deliberately blocked a CR to appease their progressive base. Senate Dynamics: A CR passed the House but failed in the Senate, receiving 55 votes instead of the required 60. Three Democrats (Fetterman, Cortez Masto, Angus King) voted w…

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Schumer Shutdown-The Chaos the Dems have Unleashed, and Why 34:01

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Cause of Shutdown: Shutdown occurred after Congress failed to pass funding past September 30. Cruz argues Democrats deliberately blocked a CR to appease their progressive base. Senate Dynamics: A CR passed the House but failed in the Senate, receiving 55 votes instead of the required 60. Three Democrats (Fetterman, Cortez Masto, Angus King) voted w…

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Ep. 554: Take the Trip, Get Something Valuable for Free, and Listeners Talk about Their “One Big Thing” 29:49

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We discuss the value of taking the trip. We also reveal something very valuable that is available for free, if you know where to look, and we share listeners’ thought-provoking responses about the “one big thing” they’ve successfully tackled. Resources & links related to this episode: Listen to the new podcast Since You Asked with Lori Gottlieb and…

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Democrats play Politics w Government Shutdown 22:14

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Impending Shutdown: The country is only “hours away” from a government shutdown, Partisan Blame: The responsibility for the shutdown is Democrats, particularly Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Republican Positioning: Republicans, including Donald Trump, Speaker Johnson, JD Vance, Tom Cotton, and John T…

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Comey Indictment Is Just Beginning plus YouTube Reverses Course 18:25

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James Comey Indictment Asserts that the former FBI director has been indicted on two counts. References past reporting (e.g., Catherine Herridge, FBI code name “Arctic Hayes”) alleging Comey directed leaks of classified information. Suggests the indictment is only a “holding charge” and could lead to more serious charges later. Contrasts this with …

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Schumer Shutdown-What to Expect plus Dem Rhetoric Keeps getting Worse, Inciting Violence & Endangering Law Enforcement 36:50

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Michigan Church Attack The discussion opens with news of a violent attack at a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Michigan, where a man drove a truck into the building, opened fire, killed four people, injured ten, and set the church on fire. The speakers frame the attack as part of a wider trend of violence against religious institutio…

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Using Triangulation to Better Understand Yourself (Monthly Solo) 44:04

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In this month’s solo episode, I’m exploring the parts of our culture and our collective that we can own—and impact. And I’m sharing more on the power of triangulation, and how you can use certain systems and tools to better understand yourself, your roles, and what you might be trying to do in work and in life. For ALL the show notes, head over to …

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Little Happier: Good Idea or Bad Idea? Do I Regret My Experience, or Not? I Can’t Decide. 3:25

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A simple childhood memory of jubilation raises a lasting question: Is it better to persist with activities we dislike and struggle with, or pursue what comes naturally? Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier a…

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Secret Service swats the Swatters plus the Motive behind the Dallas ICE Attack 20:30

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1. Secret Service Bust of a Swatting Network The Secret Service announced it uncovered a massive telecommunications network in the New York tri-state area. The operation involved over 100,000 SIM cards and 300 servers allegedly controlled by foreign threat actors and criminals. Purpose: To conduct swatting attacks (false emergency calls) targeting …

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Charlie Kirk a Profession of Faith, Kimmel Off Kimmel On & the Rhetoric that Fires the Left to Violence Week In Review 30:10

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Faith and Legacy of Charlie Kirk The conversation opens with reflections on the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s death (presented here as a political assassination). Speakers emphasize how his passing led to a surge in open conversations about faith, particularly Christianity, in political circles. They describe memorial events where political leaders, …

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More Happier: Introducing “Since You Asked with Gretchen Rubin and Lori Gottlieb” 35:27

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Introducing my new podcast: Since You Asked! This is the first episode of my new show with my friend, the therapist and author Lori Gottlieb. Each week, we tackle the daily problems of living—the pet peeve that’s annoyed you for years, the question you’re too embarrassed to ask, or the dilemma you just can’t solve. If you enjoy this episode, follow…

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Bonus: Kids these days! 1:30

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com Ed shares a story from his Sunday. Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar Podcast Having…

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Ep. 230: Our first Leo data points 59:09

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JD is not boycotting homework. Then, Pope Leo makes some appointments. JD and Ed talk about what the appointments may tell us about Pope Leo and his engagement with the Church in the United States. This episode is sponsored by Decided Excellence Catholic Media, helping Catholic parishes start their own parish magazines for the purposes of communica…

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Chickens are coming home as former FBI Director James Comey faces Indictment 28:38

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James Comey Indictment The episode centers on the claim that former FBI Director James Comey was indicted on two counts of lying under oath to Congress. Cruz and Ferguson argue that Comey falsely denied authorizing leaks to the press, while Andrew McCabe’s testimony and evidence suggest otherwise. They frame this as proof that Comey politicized and…

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Comey Indicted for Lying under Oath in response to my Questioning plus Sniper Targets Dallas ICE Facility 38:24

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James Comey Indictment The episode centers on the claim that former FBI Director James Comey was indicted on two counts of lying under oath to Congress. Cruz and Ferguson argue that Comey falsely denied authorizing leaks to the press, while Andrew McCabe’s testimony and evidence suggest otherwise. They frame this as proof that Comey politicized and…

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355. The Markets Keep Moving: Office Bright Spots, Compass’ $1.6B Merger Reshapes Resi, Recapture Explained, & Trepp Trading Alerts 53:11

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Is office a good investment alternative? In this week’s episode of The TreppWire Podcast, we break it down, spotlighting growing demand for high-end CBD space even amid ongoing distress. We dive into Compass’ $1.6 billion acquisition of Anywhere and its potential impact on the broader residential brokerage landscape, along with August’s new home sa…

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ICE Detention Center Attacked as Democrats continue Rhetoric Onslaught 17:12

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Dallas ICE Facility Shooting A gunman attacked an ICE detention center in Dallas, leaving one detainee dead and two critically injured. Authorities found bullet casings with anti-ICE messages, suggesting a political/ideological motive. Commentary links the attack to months of Democratic criticism of ICE, claiming that political rhetoric fueled host…

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Rebuilding a Life (Jen Hatmaker) 47:52

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The hilarious Jen Hatmaker (New York Times–bestselling author and host of the podcast For the Love) joins me to chat, in part, about her new memoir Awake. We talk about the moment in her life when everything seemingly dissolved (including her marriage of 26 years and her relationship to the church) and the much deeper awakening that she entered fro…

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Routh Convicted on ALL Charges, POTUS Reacts plus Massive “Swatting” Network BUSTED! 14:10

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1. Attempted Assassination Case Against Ryan Routh Charges & Background: Ryan Routh was convicted on multiple serious federal charges, including attempted assassination of Donald Trump (then a presidential candidate), assaulting a Secret Service agent, illegal firearm possession as a felon, and possessing a firearm with a scratched-off serial numbe…

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Kamala Says Being Gay or Jewish was a Disqualifier from Being her VP Candidate plus Kimmel BACK on ABC 40:59

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Kamala Harris’s Book Revelations Harris reportedly wrote that she considered Pete Buttigieg as her first choice for VP but decided against him because being both a Black woman and having a gay running mate was “too big of a risk” politically. She also considered Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro but claimed his being Jewish, combined with concerns…

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Ep. 553: Ask for Clarification, an Easy Way to Unclutter & a “Use It Up” Epiphany 31:56

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We talk about why asking for clarification is so important—yet it’s an easy step to skip. We also mention a listener’s great hack for nudging her kids to unclutter, and we discuss the urge to “use it up.” Resources & links related to this episode: Listen to the new podcast Since You Asked with Lori Gottlieb and Gretchen Rubin Elizabeth is reading: …

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354. Behind the Debt Yield Metric in Commercial Real Estate with John Barkidjija of Byline Bank 44:03

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In this special episode of The TreppWire Podcast, we’re joined by John Barkidjija, Executive Vice President and Head of Commercial Real Estate (CRE) and Specialty Finance at Byline Bank. Better known to our listeners as Dr. Debt Yield, John shares why the debt yield metric remains a cornerstone in CRE and reflects on the moment it became his prefer…

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Trump and RFK Jr: Acetaminophen may be Associated w Increased Risk of Autism 27:01

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Setting: President Trump held a press conference after attending Charlie Kirk’s funeral, teasing it as a “major announcement” on autism and public health. Main Claim: Trump and RFK Jr. asserted that acetaminophen (Tylenol) use during pregnancy may be associated with an increased risk of autism in children. Trump directly warned against taking Tylen…

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A 47 Morning Update Memorial to Charlie Kirk 33:36

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Main Themes: Grief & Tribute – We mourn the loss of Charlie Kirk, describing him as a friend, husband, and father taken too soon. Revival & Faith – The event was more than a funeral, but rather a catalyst for spiritual revival. Speakers repeatedly stress how millions heard the Gospel and were moved. Forgiveness & Strength – A centerpiece of the doc…

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Charlie Kirk's Memorial-Sparking Revival & Spreading the Gospel Worldwide 32:14

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Main Themes: Grief & Tribute – We mourn the loss of Charlie Kirk, describing him as a friend, husband, and father taken too soon. Revival & Faith – The event was more than a funeral, but rather a catalyst for spiritual revival. Speakers repeatedly stress how millions heard the Gospel and were moved. Forgiveness & Strength – A centerpiece of the pod…

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Little Happier: Andy Warhol, Woolworth’s, Air Conditioning, and Roasted Peanuts 3:21

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Our five senses constantly make adjustments and compromises—an observation that explains a cryptic comment by Andy Warhol. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on th…

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Powell Drops the Rate plus Dems still Using Name Calling to Charge the Radical Left 15:14

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1. Federal Reserve Interest Rate Cuts and Trump’s Influence The first section focuses on Donald Trump’s repeated calls for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates more aggressively. It describes how the Fed, under Jerome Powell, announced its first rate cut of Trump’s second administration—a quarter-point reduction. The commentary emphasizes Trum…

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Liberals Celebrate Kirk Assassination on Social Media, 'Love' Texts from Assassin to Boyfriend & Designating Antifa as Terrorist Organization Week In Review 29:36

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Charlie Kirk Assassination The central focus is the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. It highlights how some individuals on social media and in academic or professional positions were accused of celebrating his death. Commentary draws sharp contrasts between free speech protections and the consequences of hateful or violent speec…

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More Happier: For Travel, Familiarity or Novelty? Plus a Flossing Hack & the Pleasure of Routine 23:56

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We explore whether it's better to seek out new experiences or enjoy familiar favorites when traveling. Plus, we share a surprising hack about alternatives to flossing, and how we’re approaching fall routines. Resources & links related to this episode: Learn your Tendency and learn more about the "Four Tendencies" framework "Dentists know you hate f…

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Ep. 229: What Pope Leo said 1:07:49

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JD and Ed talk about recently published excerpts of Pope Leo XIV’s first interviews— including his reflections on the papacy, Vatican finances, and the clerical sexual abuse crisis. This episode is sponsored by FaithInvestors.com. Let the experienced investment advisors at FaithInvestors.com help you align your finances and your faith without sacri…