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Occasional guest host and LTA videographer Nolan Johnson joins Clay to talk about the epic Lewis and Clark Airstream journey of 2025, wherein Clay will follow the Lewis and Clark Trail from Jefferson's Monticello in Virginia to Astoria, Oregon, and back again. Historian James Ronda said the Lewis and Clark Expedition of 1804-06 was “America's first great road story.” Clay plans to get himself on all the great rivers of the journey: Ohio, Mississippi, Missouri, Clearwater, Snake, and Columbia. Nolan will join Clay at several Lewis and Clark sites across America, with video cameras and his celebrated drone work. Nolan and Clay talk about several adventures that have already been scheduled, including an absurd pontoon float from Fort Yates, North Dakota, up to Bismarck and beyond. Clay will begin his transcontinental travels in early May in North Carolina and make stops at Monticello, Harpers Ferry, and Philadelphia before joining the Ohio River at Pittsburgh. It's a grand adventure, and we already ask, “What could go wrong?” This interview was recorded on March 22, 2025.
This week in our "Journey Through Scripture" sermon series, Pastor Jim Ellis dives into the story of Ruth—a powerful reminder for anyone who's ever wondered, "How will we get through this?" As we walk alongside Ruth and Naomi in their struggles, we're encouraged to trust that even in uncertainty, God is always in control. #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThroughScripture #ReadBible #unity #Ruth #Naomi #Boaz #HowWillIGetThroughThis #GodIsInControl #God'sGotThisSupport the showFind out more about us at BismarckCC.org. We would love for you to join us in person on Sunday mornings at 10am for worship service. We are located at 1617 Michigan Avenue in Bismarck, ND. If you have any questions for us, we would be happy to help. Click HERE to ask us anything.
Most people aren't struggling with faith. They're drowning in self-condemnation. In this powerful conversation, we will explore the inner critic that keeps so many of us stuck in shame, striving, and spiritual burnout. We'll unpack the difference between living from love versus chasing worth, and explain why Jesus was drawn to authenticity over perfection. If you've ever felt like you're performing for God instead of walking with Him, this episode will challenge and free you in all the right ways. Key Takeaways To Listen ForHow to recognize, silence, and replace the voice that says "you're not enough"Why focusing on performance over presence leads to burnoutHow naming our thoughts gives us power over themWhat happens when we chase the appearance of righteousness without tending to the rootsWhy grace is a daily invitation, not a one-time transaction Resources Mentioned In This EpisodeThe ChosenThe Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle | Kindle, Paperback, and HardcoverAbout Matt AndersonMatt is a former college athlete turned pastor, author, speaker, and leadership coach with a passion for helping others discover who they were truly created to be. As the Lead Pastor of Surprise Church in Bismarck, North Dakota, Matt brings authenticity, humor, and hard-earned wisdom to every conversation—whether he's preaching, writing, or mentoring leaders. He's currently working on his upcoming book Being Superhuman, a personal and powerful guide to silencing the inner critic and embracing a life of purpose rooted in faith. Whether on stage or in conversation, Matt's greatest joy is helping people trade self-condemnation for self-acceptance, so they can live freely, love boldly, and lead with impact. Connect with Matt AndersonLinkedIn: Matthew AndersonChurch: Surprise ChurchWebsite: Matthew M. AndersonConnect With UsMaster your context with real results leadership training!To learn more, visit our website at www.greatsummit.com.For tax, bookkeeping, or accounting help, contact Dr. Nate's team at www.theincometaxcenter.com or send an email to info@theincometaxcenter.com.Follow Dr. Nate on His Social MediaLinkedIn: Nate Salah, Ph.DInstagram: @natesalah Facebook: Nate SalahTikTok: @drnatesalahClubhouse: @natesalah
In 1872, European Americans founded a modest settlement at what was called Missouri Crossing. It got its name because the Lewis and Clark Expedition crossed the river there on their journey to explore the Louisiana Purchase. The settlers named their new community Edwinton, after Edwin Ferry Johnson, an engineer with the Northern Pacific Railroad. Less than a year later, the name was changed to Bismarck, in honor of German Chancellor Otto von Bismarck, aiming to attract German immigrants.
Governor Kelly Armstrong is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to give us all the latest happenings in Bismarck.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fr. Brian Gross was ordained in 2010 for the Diocese of Bismarck, where he served faithfully in parish ministry. Today, he brings that same pastoral heart to The Saint Paul Seminary as its director of pastoral formation, helping future priests prepare for the real-life challenges and joys of parish life.In this episode, Fr. Gross shares how his experiences as a parish priest inform his approach to formation, what he hopes to instill in seminarians, and why he believes pastoral formation is at the heart of priestly ministry.
Four years of Beer, Blues, and BS! Join Mark Kidder and Howard Blues as they celebrate this milestone with Rudeboy Kyle, LCL Geek, and the returning Doc! Doc's back in Bismarck, and he's ready to share his thoughts on Kidder's "tour" of the city. Did the speakeasy live up to the hype? What did he think of Oscars? And what was the deal with that waitress and her blowtorch? Get ready for some honest (and hilarious) reviews. Howard's bringing his Dad Jokes of the Week, and this time, we're really questioning their quality. Are they getting better, or worse? You be the judge! Kidder shares his experience at a concert at Prairie Knights Casino, sparking a discussion about casino visits and the group's gambling habits. Who's the high roller, and who's just there for the free drinks? Howard's also decided to challenge the group's palates with some questionable international snacks. Will they be a hit or a miss? Tune in to watch the reactions! Finally, we wrap up the celebration with another round of Howard's Hot Takes, this time tackling the world of rock music. Prepare for some passionate (and potentially controversial) opinions! Join us for a special anniversary episode filled with laughs, questionable snacks, and rock and roll debates! Recorded: 3.22.25 0:00 – Intro 4:52 – What's on Tap? 16:28 – Doc in Bismarck 21:33 – What's on Tap? Howard 27:49 – Dad Jokes of the Week 30:04 – Bit of Hockey News 31:51 – Don't Do This: March Madness Bracket 34:32 – What's on Tap? Round 2 42:26 – Concerts and Casinos 52:16 – What's on Tap? Sick Howard Edition 58:17 – Howard brought snacks 1:16:05 – Fire and the Speakeasy 1:17:45 – What's on Tap? Round 3 1:30:40 – Howard's Hot Takes: Rock Music 1:53:42 – Cheap Plugs 1:57:05 – Final Thoughts https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 1:21:38 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #IPA #CraftBeer #FunnyStories #TripleB #PodcastLife #BeerLover #WhatsOnTap #4thAnniversary #BismarckTours #CasinoNights #QuestionableSnacks #RockHotTakes #Podcast # #NorthDakotaPodcast
Scott Reichenberger is a pillar in the North Dakota distance running scene. Listen to Coach Reichenberger share what makes this Bismarck team special, his training philosophy on how to get the most out of his athletes, and more.
If you're a Republican on the ballot in North Dakota you're probably going to win. It wasn't always that way, and it won't always be that way, but it is that way now, and it makes a problem within the NDGOP, where a certain faction is playing games with the rules to control which candidates appear on the ballot as Republicans, all the more acute. "What's going on is we have some gamesmanship at the district level where the districts are basically telling the state party that they are autonomous and they can do their own thing and they don't have to answer to the state committee or the state Republican party," Robert Harms said on this episode of Plain Talk. What this means, as a practical matter, is that if you want to get involved in local politics, as a candidate or a district-level leader, or even as a just a rank-and-file party member, you may get locked out by political shenanigans. Harms is a former NDGOP chairman, who as served as legal counsel to multiple governors, and he is trying to get a law changed that prohibits political parties from setting uniform rules for their constituent districts. He said the status quo, which sees some district leaders trying to keep meetings and rules a secret, is alienating people. "I mean, we have former elected officials, statewide elected officials, long-time, lifelong Republicans saying, 'I'm done. I've had it. I'm not going to any more conventions, whether it's at the state level or the endorsing convention,'" Harms said. "I've had friends tell me, 'Harms, there is no way I'm going to engage with the Republican party any longer because of all the nonsense that's going on.'" Also on this episode, co-host Chad Oban and I talk about the status of property tax reform in Bismarck, the local impact of the Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) cuts, and what the last weeks of the legislative session may look like. This episode is presented by Bakken Backers. Bakken Backers is a coalition of businesses, leaders, workers, and citizens who support energy production from the Bakken formation and its many benefits for North Dakota. Learn more at BackTheBakken.org. If you want to participate in Plain Talk, just give us a call or text at 701-587-3141. It's super easy — leave your message, tell us your name and where you're from, and we might feature it on an upcoming episode. To subscribe to Plain Talk, search for the show wherever you get your podcasts or use one of the links below. Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Pocket Casts | Episode Archive
In this episode of the Warships Pod guests David Murrin and Dr David Blagden, with help from host Iain Ballantyne, discuss a worldwide struggle in a multi-polar era that is rapidly turning kinetic - from Ukraine, to the Red Sea and Gaza. It may soon burn even hotter should China invade Taiwan and/or the USA attack Iran. A number of topics are discussed during this episode, including the following: *Does the European Union (EU) have a place in such a world, at the top table? Or is it going to be sweeping up the crumbs along with the UK, the latter finding itself a bridge to neither the USA or the EU? *Bearing in mind the UK is a maritime nation, is committing what remains of the British armed forces to policing a frozen war in Ukraine unwise? Do we risk a situation where things get bogged down in that theatre while the Russians run amok at sea, with the UK defenceless? *With concerted attacks by US Navy carrier jets and cruise missile attacks by other USN units against the Houthis in Yemen is it at odds with the Trump administration's supposed urgent priority of facing down China and its huge navy? Every missile expended against the Houthis is surely one less for use against the Chinese? *Narrowing the discussion down to the UK, with the Labour government announcing plans to cut welfare to pay for Defence boosts, how do the two Davids think the Royal Navy should mould itself? Finally - and this is a big one for the episode's final point of discussion - are we heading inexorably towards what the tabloids might call WW3? Or can it be avoided? The May 2025 edition of Warships IFR is published on 22.4.25 in the UK and also deployed globally. Visit the magazine web site http://bit.ly/wifrmag Also, follow it on X @WarshipsIFR Facebook @WarshipsIFR and Warships IFR TV on YouTube @warshipsifrtv3668 For more on various editions of the magazine https://bit.ly/wifri •Dr David Blagden is Associate Professor in International Security and Strategy at the University of Exeter. Dr Blagden has previously worked in the Cabinet Office, regularly consults for several UK Government departments, and has served as Specialist Advisor to a Parliamentary Select Committee. He is also a Senior Associate Fellow of the NATO Defense College and a Visiting Fellow of the Royal Navy Strategic Studies Centre. Find him on X @blagden_david • David Murrin is a Global Forecaster, investor, polymath and author of ‘Breaking the Code of History' (2011). He has a talent for spotting and analysing deep-seated patterns in history and using them to try and understand the present and also where we might be going in today's turbulent geopolitical scene. His other books are ‘Lions Led by Lions' (2018), ‘Now or Never' (2021) and ‘Red Lightning' (2021). The latter is a work of faction that depicts China winning a world war. David Murrin's web site is https://www.davidmurrin.co.uk/about Find him on X @GlobalForecastr •Iain Ballantyne is the founding and current Editor of ‘Warships IFR' magazine (first published in 1998) along with its ‘Guide to the Royal Navy' (since 2003) and ‘Guide to the US Navy' (since 2018). Iain is also author of the books ‘Hunter Killers' (Orion) and ‘The Deadly Trade' (Weidenfeld & Nicolson), both about submarine warfare, plus ‘Arnhem: Ten Days in The Cauldron' and ‘Bismarck: 24 Hours to Doom' (published by Canelo). In 2017 Iain was awarded a Fellowship by the British Maritime Foundation, which promotes awareness of the United Kingdom's dependence on the sea and seafarers. Visit his web site Bismarckbattle.com and follow him on X @IBallantyn
04/08/25: Joel Heitkamp is broadcasting from the Capitol to focus on a few bills that aim to put public dollars towards private schools. Erin Oban is a former State Senator from Bismarck and served as the state director of USDA Rural Development. She's now working with North Dakotans for Public Schools, to advocate against Senate Bill 2400 and House Bill 1540 that would use public dollars for private education. Learn more about their organization at ndforpublicschools.com (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, Pastor Jim Ellis continues our "Journey Through Scripture" series with a focus on the book of Judges. As we explore the difficult and dark moments in the story of God's people, we are reminded to call out to God, the one who alone can rescue us. #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThroughScripture #ReadBible #unity #Judges #CryOutToGod #GodAloneCanSaveSupport the showFind out more about us at BismarckCC.org. We would love for you to join us in person on Sunday mornings at 10am for worship service. We are located at 1617 Michigan Avenue in Bismarck, ND. If you have any questions for us, we would be happy to help. Click HERE to ask us anything.
This is the latest in our “spotlight series”, the first of 2025, where we reach out to schools who are engaged in awesome work, and talk to teachers, school leaders, and students about it to shine a light, inspire, and influence others to do the same. As with all learning, process is the point, not perfection, and there's so much to learn from these schools as we reimagine education in our communities.Empower[Ed] is a personalized, competency-based education program designed to give high school juniors and seniors control over their learning. We integrate core academic subjects with real-world, community-embedded projects and Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses. Students primarily work independently, demonstrating mastery through projects that align with their passions and career interests. Empower[Ed] fosters learner agency, helping students build critical skills like problem-solving, time management, and collaboration, while crafting personalized learning paths that prepare them for success beyond high school. It's a flexible, self-directed learning experience aimed at making education more relevant and engaging. Empower[Ed] School PageEmpower[Ed] Community Impact ArcGIS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this powerful conversation, author and advocate Alexus Smith joins us to discuss her book The Invisibility of Disabilities—a raw, honest look at what it means to navigate life with challenges others can't see. We talk about unseen barriers, the weight of being misunderstood, and the responsibility leaders have to create spaces where people feel seen without having to explain themselves. This episode is about awareness, empathy, and what real inclusion looks like beyond the surface.
George Haneckeyk was born in Denmark in 1886 and came to North Dakota in 1910. In 1916, he had a run-in with the law when he attacked and tried to kill a girl in Minot. He was found guilty and sentenced to three and a half years in prison. After being discharged in 1918, he opened a painting shop in Bismarck. It seemed he had changed. He was a quiet man who kept to himself and caused no trouble. He did some painting at the police office and even became friends with some officers. While he was never a police officer, he was occasionally sworn in to assist the department when extra help was needed.
04/03/25: Dr. Tello-Skjerseth is the Chief of Service for Diagnostic Radiology in Bismarck.She also serves as an assistant clinical professor of radiology at the UND School of Medicine & Health Sciences, and is a member of the Edith Sanford Breast Center Physician Leadership Council. She joins Joel on "News and Views" to express her support for House Bill 1283, which relates to diagnostic breast examination and supplemental breast examination cost-sharing restrictions (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. CommonGround North Dakota has been hosting free screenings of the film From the Heartland across the state. The last showing is taking place in Bismarck on Thursday, April 3. Local farmers will also be there to answer your questions about modern day farming. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Actively investing in the stock market can be intimidating for most people. There's a steep learning curve and the constant fear of losing money. But a group of women in Bismarck faced that fear head-on, pooling their resources and knowledge to take on the stock market. On this date in 1999, Fargo newspaper readers learned about the Big Time Operators Investment Club in Bismarck. Known as the BTO Club for short, the twenty women met monthly to discuss stocks they were researching and vote on what to buy and sell.
It's an annual tradition to have Gov. Kelly Armstrong on Plain Talk for a baseball-only episode contemporaneous to MLB's opening day. Unfortunately, we didn't keep our promise this time, since we're in the closing weeks of the legislative session in Bismarck, and there's a lot going on. When you have the governor on in that context, you have to ask some political questions. We asked Armstrong about amendments made to the property tax plan he's backing by the Senate Appropriations Committee at the behest of Senate Majority Leader David Houge. "I spent six years in D.C. where a lot of times Republicans would walk in and step on a rake before we go vote," the former congressman said. "I think this is an unforced error," he added, "and I think this is what happens when you have a small group of people decide they're going to put amendments onto a bill without vetting it publicly." Armstrong says he objects to lowering the tax credit homeowners would receive from $1,450 to $1,250, as well as the 75% cap on how much of a property tax bill that credit could offset. He also pushed back on intent language which aims to use Legacy Fund dollars to pay for non-primary residence properties which in many cases are owned by people who live out of state. Armstrong also commented on amendments he's backing to ban cell phones in schools, saying it's not making him that popular with his own children. "I have two teenagers at home," he said. "You can about imagine how it's going." Also on this episode, Rep. Dawson Holle, a Republican, and Rep. Jayme Davis, a Democrat, talk about their new Future Caucus, which seeks to bring together a bipartisan group of younger lawmakers so that they can find ways to work together. Holle said it's helpful to coordinate these efforts, especially since older lawmakers don't necessarily understand modern issues. He described one older lawmaker who was confused about artificial intelligence issues. "AI, is that artificial insemination for cows?" Holle says he was asked. "Oh my goodness, no, that is artificial intelligence," he replied. This episode is presented by Lignite Energy Council, an organization dedicated to protecting and enhancing the development of North Dakota's abundant lignite resources. Their goal is to maintain a viable lignite coal industry and support the generation of electricity, synthetic natural gas, and valuable byproducts. Visit www.Lignite.com/Podcast to connect and learn more. If you want to participate in Plain Talk, just give us a call or text at 701-587-3141. It's super easy — leave your message, tell us your name and where you're from, and we might feature it on an upcoming episode. To subscribe to Plain Talk, search for the show wherever you get your podcasts or use one of the links below. Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Pocket Casts | Episode Archive
St. Mary Sisters from Bismarck and the start of their endeavor to build a convent
There is a big debate over criminal justice reform at the legislative session in Bismarck. Attorney General Drew Wrigley suggests the state has been soft on crime, and that's resulted in higher crime rates. He's pushing a bill to keep people convicted of many crimes locked up for longer. But Jonathan Holth, Gov. Kelly Armstrong's Commissioner of Recovery and Re-entry, pointed out on this episode of Plain Talk that, far from being soft on crime, North Dakota's incarceration rates have been climbing. According to state Department of Corrections data, he's right. The population in North Dakota's state prisons (not counting local jails) is up more than 15% over the last five years, and more than 47% in the previous 20. There is friction between Wrigley and Armstrong's administration over Wrigley's sentencing bill, but Holth joined Plain Talk to talk about another set of bills lawmakers are considering. House Bill 1425, 1417, and 1549, seek to create new tools to help those with addiction and mental health challenges navigate the criminal justice system and find peace and prosperity again. HB1425 addresses diversion and deflection programs, which gives law enforcement, prosecutors, and judges some flexibility to get a person help instead of arresting, charging, and incarcerating them; HB1417 seeks to reform the probation and parole process, addressing things like paperwork and fees that could land people back in jail on minor technicalities; HB1549 deals with helping people re-entering society have the the things they need, like up-to-date ID, to find housing and jobs. Holth says these three bills together provide "a comprehensive look at sort of the front end, the middle, and the back end" of the criminal justice system. Also on this episode, Minot-area librarian Randi Monley, a co-chair of Right to Read ND, gave an update on the progress of Senate Bill 2307, which is book ban legislation introduced by Sen. Keith Boehm, who argues that North Dakota's libraries and schools are showing children pornography. The legislation requires libraries to move supposedly offensive materials to places where children aren't allowed. "So in a K-12 library, what are you going to do? Are you going to have to have a separate space for just high school kids?" she asked. "I doubt many schools are going to do that. Or does everything in the library need to be at the level for a kindergartener?" Also on this episode, co-host Chad Oban and I discussed a hearing on Wrigley's legislation, Senate Bill 2128, which saw some less than truthful testimony. This episode is presented by Bakken Backers. Bakken Backers is a coalition of businesses, leaders, workers, and citizens who support energy production from the Bakken formation and its many benefits for North Dakota. Learn more at BackTheBakken.org. If you want to participate in Plain Talk, just give us a call or text at 701-587-3141. It's super easy — leave your message, tell us your name and where you're from, and we might feature it on an upcoming episode. To subscribe to Plain Talk, search for the show wherever you get your podcasts or use one of the links below. Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Pocket Casts | Episode Archive
Gunther Lutjens: The Admiral Behind the Bismarck's Fateful Voyage Discover the untold story of Admiral Gunther Lutjens and the nine-day voyage of Nazi Germany's most powerful battleship, the Bismarck. This bite-sized biography delves into the naval strategies, political tensions, and dramatic sea battles that led to one of World War II's most epic maritime confrontations. From Hitler's rearmament plans to the sinking of the HMS Hood, uncover the forgotten details of this pivotal moment in … Continue reading Gunther Lutjens: The Admiral Behind The Battleship Bismarck's Fateful Voyage (Part Two) →
Gunther Lutjens: The Admiral Behind the Bismarck's Fateful Voyage Discover the untold story of Admiral Gunther Lutjens and the nine-day voyage of Nazi Germany's most powerful battleship, the Bismarck. This bite-sized biography delves into the naval strategies, political tensions, and dramatic sea battles that led to one of World War II's most epic maritime confrontations. From Hitler's rearmament plans to the sinking of the HMS Hood, uncover the forgotten details of this pivotal moment … Continue reading Gunther Lutjens: The Admiral Behind Bismarck's Fateful Voyage (Part One) →
In 1981 The Kitchen Sisters interviewed Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston for a story about life on the homefront during World War II. Jeanne told stories of her childhood growing up in Manzanar, a hastily built detention camp surrounded by barbed wire and armed guard towers in the midst of the Owens Valley in the Mojave desert, where Japanese Americans were incarcerated for 3 years during World War II. Jeanne was 7 years old when her father, a commercial fisherman, was taken away with no explanation by the FBI and imprisoned in Bismarck, North Dakota. The family had no idea where he had been taken or why. Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston's book, Farewell to Manzanar, written in collaboration with her husband James D. Houston, has become a curriculum staple in classrooms across the nation and is one of the first ways many are introduced to this dark period of American history. In listening to this interview recorded 44 years ago we are struck by how Jeanne's memories of those years — the sense of fear, of families being separated, of innocent people being terrorized, hunted — resonate with what is happening in our country today.
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"True listeners no longer have an inner need to make their presence known. They are free to receive, to welcome, to accept."~ Henri NouwenWhy is it so hard to listen well to others?Why am I so pained when others don't listen to me?Can I become a better & more active listener?In this episode of This Whole Life, Pat and Kenna welcome guest Addy Diaz to explore the art of active listening. Delving into how active listening fosters deeper connections and empathy, Addy shares insights from her experience in clinical counseling and ministry. The discussion highlights the importance of being present and attentive to others' stories, avoiding common pitfalls like bringing conversations back to oneself or offering unsolicited advice. Addy discusses practical "Dos" and "Don'ts", such as eliminating distractions and reflecting feelings and posture, to enhance one's listening skills and connection to others. Through engaging anecdotes and relatable scenarios, this episode emphasizes the transformative power of truly hearing others and provides listeners with tools to become better listeners.Addy Diaz is a Masters Level Clinician seeking advanced licensure as a Licensed Practicing Clinical Counselor. Addy holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND. She received her undergraduate degree in Communications from Northern State University in Aberdeen, SD. Addy is passionate about integrating the truths of the Christian faith and the realities of mental health for a holistic understanding of the person. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends, brewing kombucha, gardening, and playing music. Episode 69 Show NotesChapters:0:00: Introduction and Highs & Hards15:28: The transformative power of active listening24:07: Embracing the levels of personhood32:36: Listening communicates worth40:36: Resisting the temptation to minimize45:43: Advice & Criticism53:34: Receiving, not educating57:39: Challenge By ChoiceReflection Questions:What is one specific thing that stuck with you from this conversation?On a scale from 1-10, how skilled are you at active listening? Have you become better or worse over time?When have you had an experience of being heard well and with love? What did that mean to you?What is hard about active listening in your relationships? What are the temptations or distractions?What is one way you will work to become a better listener?Send us a text. We're excited to hear what's on your mind!Join the community of supporters of This Whole Life! ❤️
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„Zhrabli všetko, k čomu sa dostali, len preto, že to tu bolo. Nebolo to nič iné než násilná lúpež, masová vražda, a títo muži ju vykonávali bez rozmyslu, lebo tak sa správajú tí, čo sa púšťajú do temnoty. Dobývanie zeme znamená väčšinou iba to, že ju vezmete niekomu, kto má inú farbu pokožky alebo trochu ploskejší nos ako my. Ak sa na to pozriete zblízka, nie je to pekný pohľad. Ospravedlňuje to iba myšlienka. Idea, ktorá za tým stojí – nie sentimentálna zámienka, ale myšlienka a nezištná viera v túto myšlienku. Tú môžete pred seba postaviť, klaňať sa jej a prinášať jej obete...“ To je útržok zo slávneho románu anglického spisovateľa poľského pôvodu Josepha Conrada Srdce temnoty, ktorý v literárnom obraze približuje éru európskeho kolonializmu na africkom kontinente, konkrétnejšie azda jeho najčernejšiu kapitolu – viac než 20-ročnú epochu existencie tzv. Konžského slobodného štátu s odhadovaným počtom miliónov obetí z radov domorodého obyvateľstva. Tomu však predchádzala udalosť, ktorá sa síce príliš často stráca z nášho historického obzoru, no pre africký kontinent je o to dôležitejšia či rovno fatálna. Na prelome rokov 1884 a 1885 sa v Berlíne konala konferencia európskych štátov, ktorej hostiteľom i organizátorom sa stal nemecký kancelár Otto von Bismarck. Mocní vtedajšieho sveta si na nej prakticky rozparcelovali Afriku na jednotlivé koloniálne panstvá, pričom hlavným víťazom sa stal belgický kráľ Leopold II. s jeho obrovským súkromným impériom v Kongu. Čo teda Berlínska konferencia spred 140 rokov vlastne znamenala pre Afriku? A do akej miery spoluurčuje jej osud dodnes? A prečo je stále na okraji nášho historického povedomia, hoci išlo o kľúčovú udalosť globálnych dejín. Jaro Valent z časopisu Historická revue sa rozpráva s historikom a afrikanistom Silvestrom Trnovcom z Ústavu orientalistiky SAV. – Ak máte pre nás spätnú väzbu, odkaz alebo nápad, napíšte nám na jaroslav.valent@petitpress.sk – Všetky podcasty denníka SME nájdete na sme.sk/podcasty – Odoberajte aj denný newsletter SME.sk s najdôležitejšími správami na sme.sk/suhrnsme – Ďakujeme, že počúvate podcast Dejiny.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Drew Courtney represents District 6 on the North Dakota Corn Growers Association's board of directors. We visit with Courtney about his recent trips to Bismarck to represent corn growers in the North Dakota State Capitol. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer and his 7th Cavalry were based at Fort Abraham Lincoln, and Custer was a familiar figure in the area. The Bismarck Tribune sent a special correspondent with the 7th Cavalry on their expedition, which would lead to the disaster at Little Big Horn. The correspondent predicted that by the time his last message reached Bismarck, Custer would have fought the Sioux. That correspondent was among the dead.
We invited Sen. Kristin Roers to this episode of Plain Talk to discuss the debate over term limits reforms making their way through the Legislature in Bismarck, but before we turned to that topic, I asked Roers about recent comments made by state Rep. Brandon Prichard about her former colleage Rep. Josh Christy. Christy passed away during the current legislative session. He served in Fargo-area District 27 alongside Roers. When the District 27 Republicans approved the appointment of Rep. T.J. Brown to replace Christy, Prichard, through his group Citizens Alliance of North Dakota, took credit for the move, claiming falsely that Brown had won a "special election" and celebrating his replacing Christy, who was a moderate. "I just found it disgusting," Roers said, accusing Prichard of "trying to take credit" for something "he had absoultely nothing to do with." Roers said that she has spoken with Rep. Brown, who indicated that Prichard and his group had nothing to do with his appointment. As for term limits, there are several proposals before the Legislature. House Concurrent Resolutoin 3034, Senate Concurrent Resolution 2028, and Senate Concurrent Resoluton 4008 would each amend the state constitution to change the voter-initiated term limits to 12 years, or three terms, instead of 8 years, or two terms. Roers, though, says she introduced an amendment to SCR4008, specifically, which would go a bit further. Her amendment would allow lawmakers to serve for a total of four terms, or 16 years, regardless of which chamber they're in. She argued that this was closer to what voters approved, which allows a person to serve for as many as eight years in each chamber. The Roers amendment simply allows those 16 years already allowed to be served entirely in a single chamber. She also included some language making it so that lawmakers, such as Brown, who are appointed to partial terms, or who are elected to a two-year term after redistricting, can still serve four full terms. Also on this episode, Dr. Aimee Copas, executive director of the North Dakota Council of Education Leaders, talks about the property tax debate, the school choice debate, and recently-released test results showing that North Dakota students are testing at some of the highest levels in the world. Recent NAEP (National Assessment of Educational Progress) testing had North Dakota students with scores that "put us on part with some of the best scores globally." She also warned that North Dakota lawmakers aren't preparing for dramatic budget cuts that could result from President Donald Trump's dramatic and chaotic push to slash federal spending. "You're not seeing that conversation at all right now," she said. This episode is presented by Bakken Backers. Bakken Backers is a coalition of businesses, leaders, workers, and citizens who support energy production from the Bakken formation and its many benefits for North Dakota. Learn more at BackTheBakken.org. If you want to participate in Plain Talk, just give us a call or text at 701-587-3141. It's super easy — leave your message, tell us your name and where you're from, and we might feature it on an upcoming episode. To subscribe to Plain Talk, search for the show wherever you get your podcasts or use one of the links below. Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Pocket Casts | Episode Archive
Guests include: Drew Trafton, Forum Content Manager; Jordan Wilhelm, Bismarck boys basketball head coach and; Dave Richman, NDSU men's basketball head coach
03/10/25: Tyler Axness, host of Afternoons Live on KFGO, is filling in for Joel and brings the listeners "News and Views" live from the Capitol in Bismarck. Tyler is joined by Nick Archuleta, the President of ND United. With more than 11,500 members across the state, ND United supports equal opportunities for success for ALL North Dakota students, and respect and support for all educators. Nick and Tyler talk about the education-related bills in the North Dakota State Legislature, including public dollars going to private schools, as well as what the future for the Department of Education looks like. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/10/25: Tyler Axness hosts Afternoons Live on KFGO, and is filling in for Joel Heitkamp live from the North Dakota Capitol building. He's joined by the 2024 Teacher of the Year from North Dakota, Sheila Peterson. Sheila has taught for 22 years and currently teaches peer-to-peer and physical education at Wachter Middle School in Bismarck, North Dakota. She also recently helped write a Letter to the Editor regarding public dollars going towards private schools. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Alan Condon sits down with DJ Campbell, Vice President and Chief HR Officer for Sanford Health's Bismarck Market, to discuss workforce development, retention strategies, and the role of technology in shaping the future of healthcare. DJ shares insights on talent pipelines, international recruitment, and innovative employee engagement strategies to address workforce challenges in rural healthcare settings.
This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Heidie Haugo with the North Dakota Corn Council has details on a free showing of the film From the Heartland. The movie is playing March 9th in Minot, March 13th in Grand Forks, March 26th in Fargo and April 3rd in Bismarck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Donald Trump showered praise on Keir Starmer during the UK prime minister's visit to the White House this week, describing him as ‘special', a ‘beautiful man' and a ‘tough negotiator'. Host Lucy Fisher speaks to George Parker — who was there in the Oval Office — plus fellow Political Fix regulars Miranda Green and Stephen Bush about the upshot of the visit, from a potential UK-US trade deal and tariffs exemption to the PM's failure to clinch a watertight US ‘backstop' in Ukraine. The team also discussed the government's changing spending priorities, ahead of development minister Anneliese Dodds' dramatic resignation on Friday. Follow Lucy on Bluesky or X: @lucyfisher.bsky.social, @LOS_Fisher, Stephen @stephenkb.bsky.social, @stephenkb; Miranda @greenmirandahere.bsky.social, George @GeorgeWParker @georgewparker.bskyb.socialWant more? Free links: Can Starmer rise to meet his Bismarck moment?After chiding US allies, Donald Trump lavishes praise on ‘special' Keir StarmerWhat is at stake in the US-UK trade talks?Sign up here for 30 free days of Stephen Bush's Inside Politics newsletter, winner of the World Association of News Publishers 2023 ‘Best Newsletter' award. Presented by Lucy Fisher. The executive producer is Manuela Saragosa. Original music and sound engineering by Breen Turner. The FT's head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Small towns in North Dakota reached their business and population peak in the 1920s. While cities like Bismarck, Fargo, and Grand Forks continue to grow and draw shoppers from miles around, many small towns have struggled, losing businesses, schools, churches, and their reason for being.
Agweek Podcast host, Al Winmill, recently had the chance to chat with Nate Schlief of the Greater Grand Forks Farm Toy Show about their upcoming 4th Annual show in Grand Forks, ND. Nate shared information about the show, located at the Alerus Center, March 28-29, along with his history in the farm toy hobby, how the show started and more. Learn more about the 4th Annual Greater Grand Forks Farm Toy Show at Nate's preferred communication platform, their public Facebook Group: Greater Grand Forks Farm Toy Show Here's a link to the Alerus Center's write up on the show: https://www.aleruscenter.com/events/detail/3rd-annual-grand-forks-farm-toy-show-1 Here's a summary of the episode: Show Origins and Initial Planning (0:00 - 2:14) Al Winmill welcomes Nate Schlief, organizer of the Greater Grand Forks Farm Toy Show, to the Ag Week podcast. Schlief discusses his lifelong passion for farm toys and the inspiration behind starting the show. He explains that the decline of farm toy shows in smaller North Dakota towns, combined with his son's participation in national shows, led to the idea. He partnered with a friend and his wife, choosing the Alerus Center due to its accessibility for vendors. Their initial plan was to have 50-60 vendor tables. Show Growth and Vendor Collaboration (2:15 - 4:47) Schlief details the show's growth, noting that they aimed for a March date to avoid overlap with other shows and to accommodate their shared vendor base. The first year saw 65 tables, and the show has since grown to around 100 tables, even turning vendors away due to space limitations. He highlights the community support and nostalgia for past local toy shows, emphasizing the show's role in connecting people with a shared hobby. He also mentions the possibility of a future show in Bismarck. Vendor Diversity and Display Highlights (4:48 - 6:20) The discussion shifts to the variety of vendors at the show. Schlief describes the range of merchandise, including farm toys, clothing, literature, and steel signs, and mentions unique vendors like one selling goat milk products. He notes the trading and selling among vendors and attendees, and highlights the display of collections, such as a Big Bud tractor display and handcrafted versatile tractors. Interactive Exhibits and Community Engagement (6:21 - 10:03) Schlief describes unique exhibits, including 3D printers and NDSU's Department of Ag Engineering. He emphasizes the addition of a kids' play area with a corn-filled pool and toys, and a designated space for remote-controlled semi tractors and bulldozers. He discusses the farm toy displays, noting they are not yet judged, and shares tips on creating displays using affordable materials. He highlights the show's Facebook page and the Toy Farmer magazine as resources for hobbyists. Information Sharing and Community Impact (10:03 - 11:18) Schlief explains how information about the hobby is shared, including through their Facebook page, the Toy Farmer magazine, and word-of-mouth. He highlights the show's positive impact on the Grand Forks community, attracting visitors who stay in hotels and eat at local restaurants. He notes the significant increase in vendor bookings, from the initial 65 tables to approximately 120 currently. Future Growth and Audience Diversification (11:20 - 18:00) Looking ahead, Schlief discusses the show's potential for further growth, referencing the large regional show in Sioux Falls. He emphasizes the importance of attracting younger generations to the hobby, highlighting the educational and imaginative aspects of playing with farm toys. He acknowledges the diverse interests of attendees, from casual enthusiasts to serious collectors. He reiterates the goal of creating an entry point for younger individuals to engage with the hobby and continue its legacy. Nostalgia and the Evolving Hobby (18:00 - 20:30) Schlief emphasizes the nostalgic aspect of the farm toy hobby, sharing his own childhood memories of receiving toy combines and the joy of being able to purchase those same toys as an adult. He highlights the hobby's evolution, noting the blend of traditional craftsmanship (like brass and soldering) with modern techniques (such as 3D printing). He expresses admiration for the genuine, down-to-earth people involved in the hobby, which he considers a major draw. Vendor Information and Contact (20:30 - 22:15) Winmill inquires about vendor registration. Schlief directs potential vendors to the "Grand Forks Farm Toy Show" Facebook page and provides the contact information for his partner, Mike Ratty (218-791-5818). He clarifies that there is no charge for displaying farm toy collections, only for vendors selling merchandise. Show Dates, Times, and Attendance Information (22:15 - 23:30) Schlief provides the show's dates and times: Friday, March 28th, from noon to 7 p.m., and Saturday, March 29th, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks. He encourages attendees to check the show's Facebook page for updates and raffle information. Concluding Remarks and Well Wishes (23:30 - 23:58) Winmill thanks Schlief for sharing his passion and information about the show, wishing him a successful event and continued growth. Schlief expresses his appreciation for the opportunity to be on the podcast.
Often called the “Springtime of Nations,” the year 1848 is one of turmoil throughout Europe. Revolutions are everywhere, from France to Romania. In Germany, Prussia is ascendant. Rather than fight calls for German nationalization, savvy King Friedrich Wilhelm IV puts himself at the head of the revolution. Austria watches helplessly from the sidelines, distracted by trouble at home and abroad. In Italy, King Charles Albert of Piedmont-Sardinia battles the Austrians for control in the north, while local revolutions topple governments in Venice, Florence, and Rome itself. I apologize for the drop in audio quality from roughly 1:58:30 to 2:11:20. Audacity wasn't recording for that portion so I had to make do with the already-compressed audio from OBS. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Chapter One: The Sleeping Volcano – 00:04:43 Chapter Two: The Fall of Metternich – 00:32:33 Chapter Three: The Vienna Uprising and the Hungarian Rebellion – 01:01:34 Chapter Four: Enter Franz Joseph – 01:31:34 Chapter Five: Crisis in Germany – 01:41:53 Chapter Six: The Curious Case of Lola Montez – 02:13:48 Chapter Seven: King Friedrich Wilhelm, the Conservative Revolutionary – 02:13:48 Chapter Eight: The First Schleswig-Holstein War – 02:24:20 Chapter Nine: The Revolution in Venice – 02:42:33 Chapter Ten: Charles Albert Versus Radetzky – 03:14:53 Chapter Eleven: Enter Garibaldi – 03:36:46 Chapter Twelve: A Sidebar on Sicily – 04:01:17 Chapter Thirteen: The Return of Mazzini – 04:08:29 Chapter Fourteen: Charles Albert Tries Again – 04:22:51 Chapter Fifteen: The Fall of the Roman Republic – 04:32:27 Chapter Sixteen: The Siege of Venice – 04:47:07 Chapter Seventeen: The End of the Revolution – 04:58:57 SUBSCRIBE TO RELEVANT HISTORY, AND NEVER MISS AN EPISODE! Relevant History Patreon: https://bit.ly/3vLeSpF Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/38bzOvo Subscribe on Apple Music (iTunes): https://apple.co/2SQnw4q Subscribe on Any Platform: https://bit.ly/RelHistSub Relevant History on Twitter/X: https://bit.ly/3eRhdtk Relevant History on Facebook: https://bit.ly/2Qk05mm Official website: https://bit.ly/3btvha4 Episode transcript (90% accurate): https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRXQnNgiTX89RksqftH8gEfgwhpUtw6tHz9-zvMh4o3ddwcwq2rMui9dkFfpXixkpNVDD6xR9xtQHb8/pub Music credit: Sergey Cheremisinov - Black Swan SOURCES: David Blackbourn, The Long Nineteenth Century: A History of Germany 1780-1918 – https://www.scribd.com/document/261666797/Long-Nineteenth-Century-History-of-Germany-1780-1918-the-David-Blackbourn Tim Chapman, The Risorgimento: Italy 1815-71 – https://read.amazon.com/?asin=B003SNK19G&ref_=dbs_t_r_kcr Gordon A. Craig, Germany 1866-1945 Friedrich Engels, Germany: Revolution and Counter-Revolution – https://archive.org/details/germanyrevolutio00enge_0 Erich Eyck, Bismarck and the German Empire Giuseppe Garibaldi, Autobiography of Giuseppe Garibaldi – -Volume 1: https://archive.org/details/autobiographyofg0001gari/page/n3/mode/2up -Volume 2: https://archive.org/details/autobiographyofg0002gari/page/n3/mode/2up -Supplement by Jesse White Mario: https://archive.org/details/autobiographyofg0003gari/page/4/mode/2up Paul Ginsborg, Daniele Manin and the Venetian Revolution of 1848-1849 - https://archive.org/details/danielemaninvene0000gins/page/n5/mode/2up James Morton, Lola Montez: Her Life & Conquests - https://archive.org/details/lolamontezherlif0000mort/page/80/mode/2up Robin Okey, The Habsburg Monarchy: From Enlightenment to Eclipse – https://archive.org/details/habsburgmonarchy0000okey/page/n5/mode/2up Jürgen Osterhammel, The Transformation of the World, A Global History of the Nineteenth Century – https://www.everand.com/read/261688401/The-Transformation-of-the-World-A-Global-History-of-the-Nineteenth-Century Alan Palmer, Twilight of the Habsburgs: The Life and Times of Emperor Francis Joseph – https://archive.org/details/twilightofhabsbu0000palm Carlo Pisacane, Guerra Combattuta in Italia Neglo Anni 1848-49 Mike Rapport, 1848, Year of Revolution Denis Mack Smith, The Making of Italy, 1796-1870 – https://archive.org/details/makingofitaly1790000mack/page/n3/mode/2up Denis Mack Smith, Modern Italy, A Political History Nick Svendsen, The First Schleswig-Holstein War 1848-50 – https://www.everand.com/read/402302021/The-First-Schleswig-Holstein-War-1848-50
In the wake of the executions of 38 Dakota warriors, the Dakota are forced to leave Minnesota. As they try to build new lives on a barren reservation in present-day South Dakota, U.S. army columns march west on punitive expeditions against the wider Sioux Nation. General Henry Sibley's column fights three battles near Bismarck, North Dakota, and then General Alfred Sully's column attacks a Lakota camp that is home to a rising star in the Lakota community, Sitting Bull. Join Black Barrel+ for ad-free episodes and bingeable seasons: blackbarrel.supportingcast.fm/join Apple users join Black Barrel+ for ad-free episodes, bingeable seasons and bonus episodes. Click the Black Barrel+ banner on Apple to get started with a 3-day free trial. On YouTube, subscribe to LEGENDS+ for ad-free episodes and bingeable seasons: hit “Join” on the Legends YouTube homepage. For more details, visit our website www.blackbarrelmedia.com and check out our social media pages. We're @OldWestPodcast on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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On a cold North Dakota night in February 1999, Robbie Rahrich's friends and fiancée waited for him to come home from his shift at a Bismarck liquor store. When they went to the House of Bottles, they discovered Robbie's body in the backroom and money missing from the cash register. Investigators looked into who might want to target the store and have the opportunity to hold it up. They turned their attention to Shawn Helmenstein, who'd been in Bismarck at the time, but fled to Montana. From Dakota Spotlight and PorchLight Podcast Network comes “Homicide at House of Bottles.” Host James Wolner tells the story through longform narrative, observations from investigators, and an interview with the man convicted of killing Robbie Rahrich.OUR SPOILER-FREE REVIEWS OF "DAKOTA SPOTLIGHT: HOMICIDE AT HOUSE OF BOTTLES" BEGIN IN THE FINAL TEN MINUTES OF THE EPISODE. For exclusive podcasts and more, sign up at Patreon.Sign up for our newsletter at crimewriterson.com.