Podcast appearances and mentions of John Finch

At Enterprise Connect 2025, John Finch, VP of Product Marketing, Customer Engagement at RingCentral, joined Doug Green, publisher of Technology Reseller News, to discuss RingCentral's latest AI-driven advancements that are reshaping business communications and customer engagement. Introducing AI Receptionist (AIR): The Future of Call Handling The highlight of the day? RingCentral's AI Receptionist (AIR)—an AI-powered virtual assistant designed to handle inbound calls, provide information, and route callers efficiently while delivering a human-like customer experience without requiring a live receptionist. “This is our foray into agentic AI,” said Finch. “It's intuitive, simple to set up, and integrates seamlessly with existing knowledge bases, ensuring businesses can enhance their call-handling capabilities effortlessly.” The Rise of Agentic AI in Business Communications Agentic AI is revolutionizing enterprise communications by eliminating outdated IVR systems and rigid DTMF touch-tone menus. With AI-powered automation, businesses can now facilitate natural, real-time conversations that streamline call handling and reduce customer frustration. RingCX: Expanding AI-Powered Customer Engagement RingCentral's RingCX—its native cloud contact center platform—has grown significantly, now serving 700+ companies. The platform seamlessly integrates UCaaS and CCaaS, enabling cross-team collaboration and improving overall customer experiences. “RingCX is built for simplicity, ease of use, and deep AI integration,” said Finch. “We're automating quality management, improving agent performance, and enhancing customer interactions in ways that traditional systems never could.” Main Stage Presentation & The AI Evolution During Enterprise Connect's main stage keynote, RingCentral's President and COO, Kira Macagon, will discuss how businesses can harness AI-driven insights to capture and leverage every customer interaction, ensuring more effective communication strategies. Three More AI Innovations for Enhanced CX In addition to AI Receptionist (AIR), RingCentral also unveiled: AI Agent Assist: Real-time knowledge retrieval, allowing agents to automatically surface answers from company knowledge bases while handling live customer calls. AI Supervisor Assist: Live call monitoring and sentiment analysis, providing supervisors with real-time alerts to intervene when customer interactions require guidance. AI Interaction Analytics & Predictive CSAT: AI-driven customer satisfaction (CSAT) scoring, ensuring businesses receive continuous customer feedback without relying solely on traditional post-call surveys. RingCentral's AI-Powered Future With RingSense AI at the core of its EX and CX offerings, RingCentral is ensuring that AI-powered innovations enhance unified communications, contact centers, and enterprise collaboration tools. For those attending Enterprise Connect 2025, RingCentral's booth (1000) features live demos of AI-powered solutions. For others, visit RingCentral's website to explore how AI is transforming business communications.    

What would happen to your business if your customer service operations went down right now? Do you have the tools and strategies in place to handle a sudden crisis, or would your contact center be scrambling to meet demand? Today, we're discussing how AI and cloud-based solutions can help organizations manage crises and enhance customer service operations with John Finch at RingCentral. We'll explore key strategies for building resilience in customer service, particularly in response to recent IT outages. John Finch leads product marketing at RingCentral for the customer engagement portfolio, which includes RingCX and RingSense AI, as RingCentral scales and expands its global customer engagement reach. He has held product marketing leadership roles at Zendesk, Dialpad, Serenova (LiveOps), and Genesys, launching Enterprise SaaS contact center solutions into the market. RESOURCES RingCentral: https://www.ringcentral.com RingCentral's 2025 Trends Report: https://www.ringcentral.com/us/en/blog/the-state-of-ai-in-business-communications-key-insights-from-ringcentrals-2025-trends-report/ Don't miss Medallia Experience 2025, March 24-26 in Las Vegas: Registration is now available: https://cvent.me/AmO1k0 Use code MEDEXP25 for $200 off registration Register now for HumanX 2025. This AI-focused event which brings some of the most forward-thinking minds in technology together. Register now with the code "HX25p_tab" for $250 off the regular price. Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

What would happen to your business if your customer service operations went down right now? Do you have the tools and strategies in place to handle a sudden crisis, or would your contact center be scrambling to meet demand? Today, we're discussing how AI and cloud-based solutions can help organizations manage crises and enhance customer service operations with John Finch at RingCentral. We'll explore key strategies for building resilience in customer service, particularly in response to recent IT outages. John Finch leads product marketing at RingCentral for the customer engagement portfolio, which includes RingCX and RingSense AI, as RingCentral scales and expands its global customer engagement reach. He has held product marketing leadership roles at Zendesk, Dialpad, Serenova (LiveOps), and Genesys, launching Enterprise SaaS contact center solutions into the market. RESOURCES RingCentral: https://www.ringcentral.com RingCentral's 2025 Trends Report: https://www.ringcentral.com/us/en/blog/the-state-of-ai-in-business-communications-key-insights-from-ringcentrals-2025-trends-report/ Don't miss Medallia Experience 2025, March 24-26 in Las Vegas: Registration is now available: https://cvent.me/AmO1k0 Use code MEDEXP25 for $200 off registration Register now for HumanX 2025. This AI-focused event which brings some of the most forward-thinking minds in technology together. Register now with the code "HX25p_tab" for $250 off the regular price. Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

This week on The Modern Customer Podcast, John Finch, Global VP of Product Marketing for Customer Experience at RingCentral, shares insider knowledge on how AI is reshaping the future of contact centers, tackling the toughest challenges in customer experience today.  We dive into the complexities of bringing AI products to market, the importance of simplifying customer experience, and how RingCentral is revolutionizing the way businesses serve their customers with innovative solutions like RingCX. Plus, hear firsthand about the power of AI-driven agent assist, intelligent virtual agents (IVAs), and automation in delivering faster, smarter, and effortless customer service. Blake Morgan is a customer experience futurist, keynote speaker, and author of three books on customer experience. Her new book is called The 8 Laws of Customer-Focused Leadership: The New Rules for Building A Business Around Today's Customer.

As our NAtion celebrate the Eucharistic Congress this week, let us heed Jesus' call to come away to a deserted place and rest. (Jesus, My Lord, My God, My All featuring John Finch and the Vigil Project)The homilies of Msgr. Stephen J. AvilaPastor, St. Joseph, Guardian of the Holy Family Parish, Falmouth, MAThanks for listening! May God's Word find a home in you.

Dr. Rob Rienow and John Finch continue their discussion about the impact of a father's absence on personal and family life. Drawing from his own painful experience of losing his father at a young age, John delves into how this loss influenced his journey as a father to three daughters and in his ministry as a husband. John shares about the power of God's love in his life that has transformed his misison as a father and husbands. There is hope for all who have experienced father wounds. Featured Resources: Watch "The Father Effect" film for free on YouTube, offering a deeper insight into the effects of father absence: https://youtube.com/TheFatherEffect Explore John Finch's journey and solutions in his book "The Father Effect: Hope and Healing from a Dad's Absence," available here: https://thefathereffect1.gumroad.com/l/paperbackbook

In this compelling episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow is joined by John Finch, author and filmmaker behind "The Father Effect." They dive deep into the profound and often painful impact of a father's absence on one's life. John shares his personal journey of grappling with his father's suicide at a young age, exploring themes of anger, forgiveness, and ultimate healing that reshaped his understanding of fatherhood and personal relationship with God. John discusses his book and film, both titled "The Father Effect," which provide insights and resources for healing from a dad's absence and becoming the father one was never able to have. Featured Resources: Watch "The Father Effect" film for free on YouTube, offering a deeper insight into the effects of father absence: https://youtube.com/TheFatherEffect Explore John Finch's journey and solutions in his book "The Father Effect: Hope and Healing from a Dad's Absence," available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1478976861  Grow in your mission as a father through Rob and Amy Rienow's book "Visionary Parenting" available here: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/visionary-parenting/  

Have you ever hung up after a customer service call, feeling more frustrated than when you dialed in? In today's episode, we delve into customer service, where dissatisfaction seems to be the norm rather than the exception. With a staggering 97% of people reporting poor interactions in recent surveys, it's clear that the pandemic has only intensified these challenges. But what if there was a silver lining amidst these frustrations? Joining us today is John Finch, VP of Product Marketing at RingCentral, who is exploring how technology, specifically Artificial Intelligence (AI), revolutionizes customer service. We'll uncover the transformative power of RingCX, RingCentral's omnichannel customer engagement product, and how it's leveling the playing field for businesses of all sizes by integrating advanced AI capabilities such as sentiment analysis, quality management, and next-best action recommendations. But it's not all about automation. In our conversation, we'll balance leveraging technology and preserving the irreplaceable value of personal human interactions. How does RingCX maintain this equilibrium, and what role do integrations with platforms like Salesforce play in creating a seamless, unified customer experience? Data security, privacy, and the future of AI in customer service are also on the agenda. With RingCentral's commitment to data protection, we'll discuss how businesses can navigate the complexities of utilizing AI while ensuring customer information remains secure. Furthermore, we look ahead to how AI might evolve to enhance customer service further, potentially surpassing human capabilities with advancements in semantic search, machine learning, and natural language processing. Whether you're a business owner, a customer service professional, or simply someone intrigued by AI's potential to solve real-world problems, this episode promises to demystify the technology and showcase its practical value in improving customer experiences.

There’s a monument in the chapel of Christ’s College, Cambridge, dedicated to two seventeenth-century physicians, John Finch and Thomas Baines. Known as the “inseparable friends,” Finch and Baines collaborated on medical research and traveled together on diplomatic trips. When Baines died in 1680, Finch lamented their “unbroken marriage of souls” that had lasted thirty-six years. Theirs had been a friendship of affection, loyalty, and commitment. King David and Jonathan had a friendship equally as close. They shared deep mutual affection (1 Samuel 20:41), and even made vows of commitment to each other (vv. 8–17, 42). Their friendship was marked by radical loyalty (1 Samuel 19:1; 20:13), Jonathan even sacrificing his right to the throne so David could become king (20:30–31). When Jonathan died, David lamented that Jonathan’s love to him had been “more wonderful than that of women” (2 Samuel 1:26). We may feel uncomfortable today likening friendship to marriage, but maybe friendships like Finch and Baines’ and David and Jonathan’s can help our own reach greater depth. Jesus welcomed His friends to lean against Him (John 13:23–25), and the affection, loyalty, and commitment He shows us can be the basis of the deep friendships we build together.

This week we revisit new music released by Catholic artists in 2023 and featured on our program. Tune in for some of the best new contemporary Catholic songs of 2023, featuring, Pat Briley, Hannah Schaefer, Francesca LaRosa, EPIC the Band, The Dwell, Nico Cabrera and John Finch, Lorraine Hess, PJ Anderson and Taylor Tripodi.

John Finch Of major importance to Dialpad is the breaking of the $200 million dollar revenue milestone. A lot of credit can be given to Ai technology. For the last five years or more, Dialpad has been focusing on Ai at the core of their product offering. John Finch, Senior Vice President of Marketing with Dialpad discussed the Ai and its impact on the Dialpad product. To demonstrate the importance of Ai to the company, they are in the midst of releasing 12 new Ai enhanced products at the rate of one product a month. Clearly an aggressive pace which is reflective of the organization and their goals. Listen in to hear about their Ai products, why they are unique, what lessons Dialpad has learned, and what are the key benefits to their customers and their enhanced experience. THEIR MISSION: They're on a mission to completely transform how the world works together. What they're building: Dialpad designs groundbreaking, truly unified products—all powered by the most advanced communications Ai in the world. They make it easy for teams big and small to call, message, meet, and support their customers in one beautiful workspace. They're connecting teams across the planet Dialpad for Good has championed over 650 businesses through the Dialpad for Startups, Tech for Black Founders, and Nonprofit programs. They're dedicated to transforming the way everyone can work together. For more information, go to: https://www.dialpad.com

This podcast is a celebration of all those people who line the streets of the London Marathon and was recorded entirely on location at last year's event in October 2022. For this episode of TBR, we encourage you to listen with headphones for the full appreciation of London on this special day for running. Myself and Tilly (former guest and legend) met early at Blackheath,  The aim was to traverse the 26.2 as much as we could.  To see who we'd meet, hear what they felt and capture the sounds of this most iconic race.  To talk to the people lining the streets, the supporters, the volunteers, the stewards, the staff, the friends and the family the locals and tourists, all those individuals who trace the route and soundtrack the course. Featuring the voices of: Susan Toprak, Oasui, Nikki, Eric, Ama, John, Baz, JR, Sofia, Mark Allcock, Christine, Burt Butler, Bruce Roberts, John Finch, Nigel Irvine, Lille, Martin, Charlie Thompson from the 999 Club, Wayne How, Charlie Dark, Tyler Williams Green, Kai and the people of London. To all those running this year, good luck. and to those who support and make it happen, thank you. Line the Streets. Podcast Image by Arran Mcaskill    --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebigrunpodcast/message

Music was an essential part of his environment early on when he was encouraged to learn and play piano which led to a greater love and appreciation of music and later sparked his deep love for worship and his heart to lead people to an encounter with Jesus.Follow @yes.catholic on Instagram to join us and hear more inspiring stories from Yes Catholics around the world. Support the show

Deputy DA John McKinney comes on the show to talk about why he is running against DA George Gascon in the next election. John Finch comes on the show to talk about the origins of COVID-19. White House Press Sec. Karine-Jean Pierre says fentanyl is at an all-time low.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Finch Discusses the Legacy Group's Growth and the Fuse Commercial Flooring Alliance by Floor Focus Magazine

It's a long weekend, which makes it one of the riskiest times of the year to be out on the road. Provisional statistics show 378 people died on our roads last year, 59 more than in 2021 and 2020.  One month into 2023 our road toll already sits at 24.  Educator Duncan Woods has taken his own story of road tragedy to help others – he is a facilitator at driver training programme The Right Track. The Right Track was created by John Finch. Duncan and John say The Right Track has partnered with police, road safety teams, and St John New Zealand to facilitate the program and educate risk-prone drivers on safely navigating the roads. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, on our New Years Special, we revisit new music released by Catholic artists in 2022 and featured on the SLHour. Tune in for some of the best new contemporary Catholic songs of 2022, featuring, Flynn, Will Hickl, The Hillbilly Thomists, Andy Carey, John Finch, Ryan Tremblay, Bob Halligan, Jr., Chris Bray, Sarah Hart and Matt Maher.

Matt Finch interviews John Finch, the co-founder of and teacher at Self-Heal School of Herbal Studies and Healing. They discuss nutrition, micronutrients and macronutrients, the typical American diet, and seasonal depression.

This week, on a special “best of” edition of the SLHour, Camille Pauley of Healing the Culture tells us  about their new prolife TV series for kids, Philo and Sophie, and author Robert Leblanc explores the David and Goliath story; we also reconnect with singer/songwriters Cooper Ray and John Finch.

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Are you struggling with the absence of love from your father? And how do you feel about God as "Father"? The father wound, which may be from a father being absent either emotionally or physically, may be the root cause of those feelings that don't seem like they're ever going away.  John Finch, author and speaker joins Dr. Carol to discuss father wounds and how to find healing. You don't want to miss this episode. Find out more about John Finch, and The Father Effect book and movie, on his website, Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook. Check out these resources from Dr. Carol Ministries: - article Is "God is Your Father" Good News or Bad News? - article What to do if "God" has Become a "Bad Word" to You

This week, producer and director Tracy Robinson tells us about the new film The Matter of Life. Billy has a new question about priests; Mark Matthews tells us about something good that happens regularly in Hollywood; and we catch up with singer/songwriter John Finch.

In this episode, Dave Domzalski speaks with John Finch of The Father Effect about how to be a great dad and show up as a husband. FOLLOW JOHN FINCH Connect: https://www.flowcode.com/page/thefathereffect Father Effect: https://www.thefathereffect.com JOIN DEVOTED DADS Text Dave: 717-913-5671 Join The Network: https://daddevotionals.com/devoteddads FOLLOW DAD DEVOTIONALS Web: https://www.DadDevotionals.com Shop: https://daddevotionals.com/shop/ RESOURCES Heroic Leadership Course: https://daddevotionals.com/leader Fuel Your Financial Future at https://RunTheMoney.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/david-domzalski/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-domzalski/support

John Finch is an author and filmmaker who sole focus is on healing wounds specifically inflicted by fathers. Most people have what is called a father wound that needs healing through forgiveness, prayer, and wise council. Join Pete and Shad as they discuss with John Finch the long lasting effects of anger and bitterness caused by the father wounds many of us receive in our lifetime, and the freedom that can be found in forgiveness. ► Subscribe to The Father Effect with John Finch! http://ow.ly/1Pk330r68pY ► John shares the key to finding forgiveness for his father https://youtu.be/u6V33REaldg ► John shares about his struggle with anger and alcohol https://youtu.be/YUbY00xLolk ► Check out the latest video → http://ow.ly/pVPj30r68ss ► The Father Effect Show Interviews → http://ow.ly/koun30r68wr ► The Father Effect Movie: http://ow.ly/gQmC30qpaSa ► Website & Speaking Inquiries→ https://www.thefathereffect.com/

这期调戏我们分享莎翁名剧「麦克白」！节目中提到的信息有：莎翁的四大悲剧是：哈姆雷特 Hamlet奥赛罗 Othello麦克白 Macbeth李尔王 King Lear我们提到的麦克白版本分别有：一锤定音的甘道夫版: Ian McKellan & Judi Dench 饰演，Trevor Nunn 导演，RSC 1979 制作 YouTube

Praising God through music

Today's guest is John Finch! John Finch grew up the youngest of 3 boys in a suburb of Dallas where he lost his father to suicide at age 11. As a young man, John did anything he could to avoid confronting the wounds he suffered as a result of being fatherless. His craving for affirmation from a father who was not there to provide it, led him to seek that affirmation from the world in many unhealthy ways. In an attempt to find value as a man, he created a false persona that left him completely unfulfilled. His life was based on the pursuit of money in order to prove his success and he became a social alcoholic as he strived to be the life of every party and gain the attention of those around him. It was only when John realized and dealt with the unresolved issues of his father wound that he was able to become truly fulfilled. On April 20th, 2009, he finally came face to face with the issues that drove him to seek approval from a father who was not there to give it to him. By forgiving his father and recognizing what it truly means to be a man by God's standard, he became a new man, husband and father. John seeks to break down the barriers that prevent men and women from addressing deep rooted anger and hurt from the wounds they have suffered in this life by candidly and openly sharing his story, his failings, and his path to a new way of life. John's mission is to educate, encourage and equip men to become the fathers they were created to be, and to help men walk in daily awareness of their significant and lifelong influence as fathers. Through The Father Effect Movie, John shares stories and messages that will move viewers to a new awareness about the everlasting impact of fathers and the importance of forgiveness and openness in the relationships of this world. John has been married for 23 years. has three daughters and lives in Denton, Texas. He is the founder of The Perfect Father Ministries Inc, a 501(c) non-profit and EncouragingDads.com, a community of people from all of the world who share short stories to encourage dads. Quotes: "The way I love my wife is the way my daughters are going to expect to be loved." "We're all jacked up, flawed, imperfect individuals..." Resources: www.thefathereffect.com The Father Effect YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/ UCYOtmtf0kO9e9FntnZ9ow6Q The Father Effect GodTube Channel -http://www.godtube.com/thefathereffect/ Twitter - @thefathereffect, @johnpfinch, @encouragingdads, & @_newlegacymedia Facebook - The Father Effect Movie Encouraging Dads Project website (encouragingdads.com) Book Landing Page https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/john-finch/the-father-effect/ 9781478976868/ All Pro Dad - https://www.allprodad.com/ Dr. Meg Meeker - https://www.meekerparenting.com/ Raising A Modern-Day Knight by Robert Lewis - https://www.amazon.com/Raising-Modern-Day-Knight-Fathers-Authentic/dp/1589973097 Fathered By God by John Eldridge - https://www.amazon.com/Fathered-God-Learning-Could-Never/dp/1400280273

Valentine's Day can be such a difficult day when you're single, and I want you to know that you're seen and known and loved in that space. So I've invited Liv Harrison back onto the podcast to talk with yall about the longing that you may feel today and what to do with it. We also tell some lovely Vday stories shared by my Instagram followers that will fill you with hope and laughter today. Stay close to Jesus today, sweet friends. He has you!! On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God's will for you, and if you already know that you're called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation. This podcast is hosted by the Theology of the Body Instiute. Learn more about the Institute here (https://tobinstitute.org). Liv Harrison is known for being a professional speaker and emcee with a gift for humor, storytelling, and wisdom. People are her passion. She connects with everyone from junior high students to seasoned adults. Liv was the 2018 Host/Emcee to hundreds of Catholic youth at the Austin music festival, Godstock. Her work in marriage ministry keeps her connected with couples around Texas. Not only has Liv spoken all over Texas, but she has also spoken across the nation. She is presently serving the Junior League of The Woodlands as an active leader who often speaks to the 500 members. In May 2019 Liv successfully wrote, launched, and emceed the Genius Catholic Women's Conference (geniuswomensconference.com) outside of Austin, TX. In December, of 2019 the Talitha Koum Initiative, LLC was formed to produce the Genius Catholic Women's Conference. In March 2020 the unique Genius Catholic Women's Conference launched in Dallas. Liv serves as President on the Executive Board of The Genius Collective; a non-profit that is in its final stages of development. Liv is currently a co-host on the Forte Catholic Podcast and the Discerning Marriage Podcast. On June 1, 2020 Liv launched her own interview/storytelling podcast titled Talk to Me with Liv Harrison: The Stories Behind Their Success. She now hosts three additional shows where she shares her laughter and joy with all of you. Lastly, she has been a frequent voice on Sirius XM and various other podcast programs both as a guest and as a co-host. She is married to her high school sweetheart and the mother of two. https://www.thelivharrison.com Instagram: @thelivharrison Email: liv@thelivharrison.com A huge thank you to Catholic record label NOVUM Records (https://www.novumrecords.com) and artist John Finch for our theme song "Send Down Your Spirit"! Learn more about Discerning Marriage Ministries here (https://www.discerningmarriage.com). Send a question to host Elizabeth Busby here (https://discerningmarriage.fireside.fm/ask).

Restoring devotional prayer in the Church

Season 3 continues with our guest John Finch. John brings 5 classic albums and somehow sneaks in a 6th (as his so called "embarrassing pick, that is a critically acclaimed album). John's 5 (6) albums are:Alice Cooper - Billion Dollar BabiesRush - Farewell to KingsPink Floyd - Dark Side of the Moon - Van Halen - Fair WarningKeith Richards and the Xpensive Winos - Talk is Cheap'Embarrassing Album: Donald Fagen - The Nightfly

This is a double feature starring Rodney Damon Collins and Lester Greene. On the first of this two-part feature, Rebecca and Rodney talk about Rodney's venture as an American actor and author. He is also a director and motivational speaker. Rodney is graduate of Bowling Green State University and has pursued his passion for the arts through modeling for American Greetings, local print ads, several independent films and theater projects in Cleveland, Ohio. This episode really allows you to connect with Rodney in a way that maybe not too many have heard and really should. The details he shares on the show affect so many people not only in America, but around the world who are struggling and need hope. Not only does he provide the inspiration on the show, but offers to share some of his personal story. The story, his story, led him to write and publish, Shattered: A Journey Through the Pieces, available now on Kindle and soon to be released March 14, 2019 in print. https://www.amazon.com/Shattered-Journey-Rodney-Damon-Collins-ebook/dp/B07MQPCV7M/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=rodney+damon+collins&qid=1550800464&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Rodney is also a contributor to The Father Effect by John Finch https://www.thefathereffect.com/single-post/2018/08/17/The-Present-Father (you can also see his contribution at this link) For More information about Rodney Damon Collins, click the links below https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7928242/ https://www.facebook.com/rodneydamoncollins25 https://twitter.com/rodneydamoncoll This second episode brings a bursting new actor on the horizon, who if you are following, will find is constantly on the move and in the groove, Lester Greene. He is talented in so many areas that if you haven't discovered his work, now is the time! He can not only be heard through the music he writes, produces, and sings, but he has also authored an inspirational book (more below), and can be seen on camera starring in films, as well as, producing them. Lester witnessed a shooting that caused him to rethink his entire existence, leading him to write about it. He was so inspired that he then chose to follow his older brother down the path of becoming a rapper and went on to produce four rap albums before calling it quits. Greene had a friend named Henry who suggested that he pursue acting, considering he already had a stage presence from his rapping days. Greene began doing background work until he saw Larenz Tate up close and personal. Tate's acting had inspired him to the point that Greene knew what he wanted to do for the rest of his life. Act! While pursuing his acting career, Greene drives a bus to support his passion. Lester Greene's second act is now in full swing having already worked with 50 Cent (50 Central) and Omari Hardwick (Power). He has studied with the likes of Alec Baldwin (Southampton Theatre), Peter Miner (Terry Schreiber Studios), Matt Newton, and Mary Boyer. He landed several speaking roles on television shows like Gotham, Jon Glaser Loves Gear, and Rachael Ray. He has also landed speaking roles in commercials for Chase, Rogaine, AAO, FYI, Amazon, MTB Bank, Citizen Watch, Peeps Delights, Buzzfeed, Boost Mobile, We The Internet TV, Crown Royal, Brooks and many more. Greene won best actor for his role in Driving Force at the Atlantic City Cinefest Downbeach Film Festival, and he won the Actors' Showdown Monologue Competition at the Las Vegas Black Film Festival. Independently, Greene has starred in and produced six short films, two of which aired on CBS through the African American Short Films program. He even wrote and published a book that is now available on Amazon called, "Act Like You Love Yourself." The sky is the limit for this young budding star. It's only a matter of time before he hits superstardom. Greene is producing two series shows, one of...

This is a double feature starring Rodney Damon Collins and Lester Greene. On the first of this two-part feature, Rebecca and Rodney talk about Rodney's venture as an American actor and author. He is also a director and motivational speaker. Rodney is graduate of Bowling Green State University and has pursued his passion for the arts through modeling for American Greetings, local print ads, several independent films and theater projects in Cleveland, Ohio. This episode really allows you to connect with Rodney in a way that maybe not too many have heard and really should. The details he shares on the show affect so many people not only in America, but around the world who are struggling and need hope. Not only does he provide the inspiration on the show, but offers to share some of his personal story. The story, his story, led him to write and publish, Shattered: A Journey Through the Pieces, available now on Kindle and soon to be released March 14, 2019 in print. https://www.amazon.com/Shattered-Journey-Rodney-Damon-Collins-ebook/dp/B07MQPCV7M/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=rodney+damon+collins&qid=1550800464&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Rodney is also a contributor to The Father Effect by John Finch https://www.thefathereffect.com/single-post/2018/08/17/The-Present-Father (you can also see his contribution at this link) For More information about Rodney Damon Collins, click the links below https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7928242/ https://www.facebook.com/rodneydamoncollins25 https://twitter.com/rodneydamoncoll This second episode brings a bursting new actor on the horizon, who if you are following, will find is constantly on the move and in the groove, Lester Greene. He is talented in so many areas that if you haven't discovered his work, now is the time! He can not only be heard through the music he writes, produces, and sings, but he has also authored an inspirational book (more below), and can be seen on camera starring in films, as well as, producing them. Lester witnessed a shooting that caused him to rethink his entire existence, leading him to write about it. He was so inspired that he then chose to follow his older brother down the path of becoming a rapper and went on to produce four rap albums before calling it quits. Greene had a friend named Henry who suggested that he pursue acting, considering he already had a stage presence from his rapping days. Greene began doing background work until he saw Larenz Tate up close and personal. Tate's acting had inspired him to the point that Greene knew what he wanted to do for the rest of his life. Act! While pursuing his acting career, Greene drives a bus to support his passion. Lester Greene's second act is now in full swing having already worked with 50 Cent (50 Central) and Omari Hardwick (Power). He has studied with the likes of Alec Baldwin (Southampton Theatre), Peter Miner (Terry Schreiber Studios), Matt Newton, and Mary Boyer. He landed several speaking roles on television shows like Gotham, Jon Glaser Loves Gear, and Rachael Ray. He has also landed speaking roles in commercials for Chase, Rogaine, AAO, FYI, Amazon, MTB Bank, Citizen Watch, Peeps Delights, Buzzfeed, Boost Mobile, We The Internet TV, Crown Royal, Brooks and many more. Greene won best actor for his role in Driving Force at the Atlantic City Cinefest Downbeach Film Festival, and he won the Actors' Showdown Monologue Competition at the Las Vegas Black Film Festival. Independently, Greene has starred in and produced six short films, two of which aired on CBS through the African American Short Films program. He even wrote and published a book that is now available on Amazon called, "Act Like You Love Yourself." The sky is the limit for this young budding star. It's only a matter of time before he hits superstardom. Greene is producing two series shows, one of...

I don't know about you, but I love New Years resolutions...but very rarely am I able to keep them up all year! In case this is your situation, too, I've invited Steve Motyl, a Catholic relationship and lifestyle coach, to give us some tips to make good resolutions and stick to them. Cheers to a great 2022, yall! On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God's will for you, and if you already know that you're called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation. This podcast is hosted by the Theology of the Body Instiute. Learn more about the Institute here (https://tobinstitute.org). Shownotes Steve's email! (stevenmotyl@gmail.com) Steve Motyl is a Certified Catholic Life Coach and Mentor who helps his clients achieve clarity for where they want to be in life and how to get there. With fatherly encouragement, authentic compassion, and honest prayer, Steve provides a life-giving encounter for his clients to share their story and engage their mind and heart; Asks thought provoking questions to help them articulate and align their longings, passions, gifts, and goals; Provides a safe, objective space for them to dream, plan, pray, and move forward transforming their own lives, and in turn enrich the lives of those around them. Steve has been dramatically impacted by Christopher and the Theology of the Body and thoroughly brings all that and more (30+ years of marriage, parenting, and professional mentoring) to his clients. A huge thank you to Catholic record label NOVUM Records (https://www.novumrecords.com) and artist John Finch for our theme song "Send Down Your Spirit"! Learn more about Discerning Marriage Ministries here (https://www.discerningmarriage.com). Send a question to host Elizabeth Busby here (https://discerningmarriage.fireside.fm/ask).

Merry Christmas!!! In honor of my favorite feast day, I invited Christopher West to talk with us about Mary and Joseph's marriage and what that marriage in particular has to do with Jesus's BIRTHday, that holy night around the manger! This was a really fun conversation; I hope you love it! On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God's will for you, and if you already know that you're called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation. This podcast is hosted by the Theology of the Body Instiute. Learn more about the Institute here (https://tobinstitute.org). Shownotes The Spider Who Saved Christmas by Raymond Arroyo (https://www.ignatius.com/The-Spider-Who-Saved-Christmas-P3718.aspx?gclid=Cj0KCQiAweaNBhDEARIsAJ5hwbce2S2Sy1MLWCFOMEmgY6N-kdZJ62bPETdiaVxtZn8eQuRwHgX5abUaAtrLEALw_wcB) Christopher West, ThD is a devoted husband and father of five. As President of the Theology of the Body Institute, he leads an international apostolate spreading St. John Paul II's life-transforming teaching through graduate level courses, on-site events and programs, clergy enrichment training, and an online global community dedicated to ongoing formation. Beyond serving as Professor of Theological Anthropology in the Institute's jointly sponsored M.A. program with Pontifex University, Dr. West has served on the faculties of St. John Vianney Theological Seminary in Denver; the Institute for Priestly Formation in Omaha; the St. Therese Institute of Faith and Mission in Canada; and as a visiting professor of the John Paul II Institute in Australia. West is the author of more than a dozen best-selling books and numerous video and audio programs. He cohosts the popular podcast Ask Christopher West with his wife Wendy, and his work has been featured in The New York Times, on ABC News, Fox News, MSNBC, and in countless Catholic and evangelical media outlets. A huge thank you to Catholic record label NOVUM Records (https://www.novumrecords.com) and artist John Finch for our theme song "Send Down Your Spirit"! Learn more about Discerning Marriage Ministries here (https://www.discerningmarriage.com). Send a question to host Elizabeth Busby here (https://discerningmarriage.fireside.fm/ask).

Surrender to his will and God's timing is the beginning to every good discernment - this is so true, but at the same time, so difficult! I'm joined by Stacey Sumereau to discuss this important topic and some tips for implementing it into your life! On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God's will for you, and if you already know that you're called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation. This podcast is hosted by the Theology of the Body Instiute. Learn more about the Institute here (https://tobinstitute.org). Shownotes Stacey's instagram! (https://www.instagram.com/staceysumereau/) Stacey's website (https://www.staceysumereau.com/) Stacey on Sisterhood: Becoming Nuns (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BUJmqrMm1I) Stacey Sumereau's unique journey spans performing in Broadway National Tours of The Wizard of Oz and Beauty and the Beast, to discerning religious life on Reality TV in The Sisterhood, Becoming Nuns (Lifetime 2014), to marriage and motherhood. Stacey founded and hosted the Be Not Afraid Conference and the God's Adventure Awaits Summit, serving over 20,000 people in 2020. Stacey hosts the popular Called and Caffeinated Podcast and YouTube show and is a contributor on the Ascension Presents YouTube channel. In 2020 she wrote and taught the True North Discernment Course to people in 13 countries around the world. Stacey has written for Vocations and Prayer Magazine and iMom.com. She and her husband John are raising their three children aged 4 and under in the Washington, D.C. area. She has presented at the National Catholic Youth Conference, the LA Religious Education Congress, and dioceses across the country encouraging young people to know their worth and to embrace God's adventure. A huge thank you to Catholic record label NOVUM Records (https://www.novumrecords.com) and artist John Finch for our theme song "Send Down Your Spirit"! Learn more about Discerning Marriage Ministries here (https://www.discerningmarriage.com). Send a question to host Elizabeth Busby here (https://discerningmarriage.fireside.fm/ask).

If you're a sexual abuse survivor, dating and or in deep desire of changing generational patters, listen in! Kiki Rocha talks about her coaching mission that is anchored by her own story of much brokenness— incestual sexual abuse by her father, cheating, divorce, single parent mother, among other wounds. She believes women, due to the epidemic of fatherlessness, are seeing themselves, their sexuality and dating life through their unredeemed woundedness which leads to perpetuating the same generational patterns. Kiki deeply desires to change the generational direction of a woman's legacy through her self-image, sexuality and dating experience— especially Latinas!! First though, she needed to do that herself by designing a season of healing in the desert after more specifically discovering last fall that the type of abuse she endured was rape. She gives you practical tips for how to begin this journey yourself. The more a woman knows who she is, the more she can help man, her earthly counterpart, understand who he is and in this way redeem eachother's glory. On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God's will for you, and if you already know that you're called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation. This podcast is hosted by the Theology of the Body Instiute. Learn more about the Institute here (https://tobinstitute.org). Shownotes Connect with Kiki on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/kikiiithebrave/) Here are the things that Kiki mentioned in the show!! The Woman's School (https://januarydonovan.com/) Neal Lozano - Unbound (https://www.heartofthefather.com/about/unbound/) The Culture Project (https://thecultureproject.org/) Metanoia Catholic Coaching (https://metanoiacatholic.com/) Grief to Grace (http://grief-to-grace-lsi.squarespace.com/) EMDR Therapy (https://www.emdr.com/what-is-emdr/) Find a Catholic Therapist! (https://catholictherapists.com/) Made in His Image (https://madeinhisimage.org/) Kiki Rocha is a vivacious and resilient Mexican-American bilingual Catholic Coach and Speaker. Kiki, by grace, is also an incestual rape survivor and daughter of a single mother. Her painful experiences have given her a conviction in her work as a Dating and Sexual Integrity Coach for women. She is trained as a strategist with Woman School and by Metanoia Catholic Coaching Academy. Deeply passionate about changing generational patterns in women's lives, she helps them encounter, possess and master themselves by equipping them with wholeness and mindset the spaces of self-worth, sexuality and dating. A huge thank you to Catholic record label NOVUM Records (https://www.novumrecords.com) and artist John Finch for our theme song "Send Down Your Spirit"! Learn more about Discerning Marriage Ministries here (https://www.discerningmarriage.com). Send a question to host Elizabeth Busby here (https://discerningmarriage.fireside.fm/ask).

On this episode, Maggie shares her unique journey toward marriage with her now husband of ten years and father to her three children, Jacob. This couple knows suffering. Before they were even engaged, they faced Maggie's cancer diagnosis, as well as Jacob's own health scares that led to them both having spent time at each other's hospital bedside. Once the physical healing came, the need for spiritual and emotional healing became evident and it was clear that more discernment work was needed, including even a breakup. In their journey, we see that trust in God, our posture of openness toward suffering, and a willingness to recommit ourselves to one another with patience, understanding, and love is instrumental to the success of anyone's love story. Come listen as Maggie, lover of music, books, comedy, and seeing God in all things, shares this story with us! On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God's will for you, and if you already know that you're called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation. This podcast is hosted by the Theology of the Body Instiute. Learn more about the Institute here (https://tobinstitute.org). Shownotes Find Maggie on Instagram here (https://www.instagram.com/everythingisgrace_photography/). Explore Maggie's photography business here (https://www.everythingisgracephotography.com/). Elizabeth's YouTube videos about discerning marriage are here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8lv79pcIIls). Maggie Eckburg is a Catholic wife, mom, teacher, photographer. She was born and raised in the Chicago area and currently teaches Theology of the Body to High Schoolers on the west side of Chicago using a curriculum she has spent over a decade creating. She also recently opened her own business, Everything is Grace Photography, for a space to integrate her love of faith, family, and beautiful imagery that takes you to the heart of Jesus. A huge thank you to Catholic record label NOVUM Records (https://www.novumrecords.com) and artist John Finch for our theme song "Send Down Your Spirit"! Learn more about Discerning Marriage Ministries here (https://www.discerningmarriage.com). Send a question to host Elizabeth Busby here (https://discerningmarriage.fireside.fm/ask).

Jeanette Clark, classmate with Christopher West in her Master's of Theological Studies degree from the JPII Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family and wife of the Executive Director of the TOB Institute, got married in her late 20s after a cross country move and a breakup with her future husband. Join us as we discuss her full discernment story! On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God's will for you, and if you already know that you're called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation. This podcast is hosted by the Theology of the Body Instiute. Learn more about the Institute here (https://tobinstitute.org). Shownotes Jeanette's Humility episode here (https://discerningmarriage.fireside.fm/5) Jeanette's episode on Ephesians 5 here (https://discerningmarriage.fireside.fm/18) Born to a military family, Jeanette Clark lived most of her life in the Washington, DC area. She received her Master's in Theology from the Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family in 1997 and that same year moved to Denver, Colorado (which she actually considers her home town) where she was hired by the brand new Archbishop, Charles Chaput. She directed the Office of Christian Initiation for the Archdiocese for four years, giving frequent talks and retreats to the community. Jeanette married Jason Clark in 2001 at a little mountain Church in Evergreen, Colorado where their family adventure began. In June they celebrated 19 years as husband and wife. They have 5 children ages 8-17, 4 of whom are boys and they currently live in rural southern Pennsylvania surrounded by Amish neighbors. She is delving deeper and deeper into what it means to be a human being - a woman - who has encountered Christ and what that means on every level of existence. Deep ponderings at the kitchen sink. A huge thank you to Catholic record label NOVUM Records (https://www.novumrecords.com) and artist John Finch for our theme song "Send Down Your Spirit"! Learn more about Discerning Marriage Ministries here (https://www.discerningmarriage.com). Send a question to host Elizabeth Busby here (https://discerningmarriage.fireside.fm/ask).

All brides and grooms want their wedding day to be special and beautiful, but did you know that this can actually be a way to glorify God with your relationship?? Join me as I talk with Stephanie Calis {of Spoken Bride Ministry!} about how to press deeply into your desire for a beautiful wedding day and how that can be a powerful witness to your guests! We also talk about her wedding planning book, which is a wonderful tool for you and your significant other to use when the time comes and a wonderful gift for people whom you love who are getting married soon! On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God's will for you, and if you already know that you're called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation. This podcast is hosted by the Theology of the Body Instiute. Learn more about the Institute here (https://tobinstitute.org). Shownotes Get Stephanie's book Invited: The Ultimate Catholic Wedding Planner here (https://www.amazon.com/Invited-Ultimate-Catholic-Wedding-Planner/dp/0819837474) Check out the TOB Institute's YouTube Channel (and my new YouTube videos about dating and discerning marriage!) here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCleUptk8l6KEuJpVOWCYJ-w) Stephanie is the author of the book Invited: The Ultimate Catholic Wedding Planner, a #1 Amazon bestseller in Weddings, and a blogger since 2012. A former full-time speaker, she seeks to engage the culture with the truth of authentic, sacrificial love by meeting people where they are and meeting them in matters of the heart. She has been featured on EWTN's At Home with Jim and Joy and in Family Foundations Magazine, Brides.com, Blessed Is She, and The YoungCatholicWoman. Stephanie married her husband in 2011 on a 105 degree day, and they live in Maryland with their four children. Learn more about Stephanie's Ministry Spoken Bride here (https://www.spokenbride.com/). Find Spoken Bride on Instagram: @spokenbride A huge thank you to Catholic record label NOVUM Records (https://www.novumrecords.com) and artist John Finch for our theme song "Send Down Your Spirit"! Learn more about Discerning Marriage Ministries here (https://www.discerningmarriage.com). Send a question to host Elizabeth Busby here (https://discerningmarriage.fireside.fm/ask).

During this episode John Finch shares his miraculous lifelong story of how he was finally able to come to peace and forgive his father, who committed suicide when he was just a boy. John talks about the defining moment that allowed him to release his negative feelings and find compassion and acceptance for who his father was. That forgiveness freed him and drastically changed his life so much for the better, it's really beautiful and I'm so happy for John. He channeled his story into his career, writing a book and creating a movie called The Father Effect.www.thefathereffect.comSocial Media: @thefathereffectMovie: https://thefathereffect1.gumroad.com/l/rqjvjBook: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1478976861/ref=as

John Finch is the founder of The Father Effect Ministries. He is also the creator and storyteller of The Father Effect Movie and Book. His mission is to help men become the fathers God created them to be and build a great legacy for the generations that follow them. He has been married for 25 years to his wife, Michelle, and has 3 amazing daughters, Ellie, Brooke, and Sydney. John seeks to break down the barriers that prevent men and women from addressing deep rooted anger and hurt from the wounds they have suffered in this life by candidly and openly sharing his story, his failings, and his path to a new way of life. John's mission is to educate, encourage and equip men to become the fathers they were created to be, and to help men walk in daily awareness of their significant and lifelong influence as fathers. Through The Father Effect Movie, John shares stories and messages that will move viewers to a new awareness about the everlasting impact of fathers and the importance of forgiveness and openness in the relationships of this world. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-mendonca/support

Famous First Edition: New Fun Comics #1!Download Episode 397!NEW FUN COMICS 1, February 1935, was published on January 11, 1935. It contained 32 pages for the cover price of 10¢. Lloyd Jacquet was the editor. It was published by National Allied Publications, the company that would evolve into the DC Comics we know today.FAMOUS FIRST EDITION: NEW FUN COMICS #1 was published on May 19, 2020 for the cover price of $19.99.- (8:29) I review the book, JACKIE ORMES: THE FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMAN CARTOONIST by Nancy Goldstein, published by the University Of Michigan Press in 2019. This book was 226 pages long.- (11:45) MY PULL LIST, where I review the comic books that carried the November 2020 cover date, which were released during the month of September, and I received from Discount Comic Book Service.- (26:45) Before the reprint of NEW FUN COMICS 1, this FAMOUS FIRST EDITION  had two introductions. The first was titled, THE START OF SOMETHING BIG, written by comic book historian Jerry Bails for a previously planned reprint of this issue that was eventually never published.- (28:33) A SECOND INTRODUCTION was written by Roy Thomas, explaining why that first reprint never happened, and what the historical significance is of this issue.- (30:11) JACK WOOD, subtitled PANCH VILLA Part I, a western adventure was written and drawn by Lyman Anderson, according to Mike's Amazing World Of DC Comics. The Grand Comic Book Database gives this feature the subtitle as, DON NAGLES - CATTLE RUSTLER Part I, written by Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson and drawn by Lyman Anderson. Jack Wood rode into the sunset with his final appearance in ADVENTURE COMICS 42, September 1939.- (33:27) The adventure strip SANDRA OF THE SECRET SERVICE in THE GAVONIA AFFAIR part I, was written and drawn by Charles Flanders, according to Mike's Amazing World Of DC Comics, while the Grand Comic Book Database credits Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson as the writer and Charles Flanders as the artist. Sandra's final mission for the Secret Service would occur in MORE FUN COMICS 35, September 1935.- (34:11) The comic strip OSWALD RABBIT, which was written and drawn by John Lindermeyer, appeared on the bottom of the page. It filled the gap at the bottom of the page below not only SANDRA OF THE SECRET SERVICE, but many of the early features in this issue. Oswald made his final appearance in MORE FUN COMICS 7, January 1936, but would make various appearances in various titles for other comic book publishers.- (35:03) JIGGER AND GINGER, a teen humor strip, writer unknown, was drawn by Adolph Schus. They would make only one other appearance in NEW FUN COMICS 2, March 1935.- (35:50) The adventure strip BARRY O'NEIL, in FANG GOW OF CHINA part I, according to Mike's Amazing World Of DC Comics, was written by Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson and drawn by Lawrence Lariar. Barry's final adventure occurred in ADVENTURE COMICS 60, March 1941.- (37:17) THE MAGIC CRYSTAL OF HISTORY, a kid adventure strip, was written and drawn by Adolphe Barreaux. Bobby and Binks would take their final historical adventure via the Magic Crystal in MORE FUN COMICS 50, December 1939.- (38:45) The adventure strip WING BRADY: SOLDIER OF FORTUNE began with THE BEDOUINS part I. Mike's Amazing World Of DC Comics credits Henry Carl Kiefer (who signed his name as de Korosett, his wife's maiden name) as the writer and artist, while the Grand Comic Book Database lists Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson as the writer and Kiefer as the artist. Brady's final adventure occurred in MORE FUN COMICS 52, February 1941.- (40:19) Sir Walter Scott's IVANHOE was adapted to comic book form by Charles Flanders, according to Mike's Amazing World Of DC Comics, while the Grand Comic Book Database lists Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson as the writer of this adaption and Flanders as the artists. This adaption of IVANHOE ended with MORE FUN COMICS 27, December 1937.- (41:54) JUDGE PERKINS, a humor strip, was written and drawn by Bert Nelson Haig. The Judge would only have one more misadventure, in NEW FUN COMICS 2.- (42:57) The science fiction adventure, DON DRAKE ON THE PLANET SARO, was written by Ken Fitch and drawn by Joseph Clemmens Gretter, who signed his art as Clem Gretter. Drake had his final adventure in MORE FUN COMICS 17, January 1937.- (44:17) LOCO LUKE, a western humor strip, was written and drawn by Jack A. Warren. Loco Luke rode into the sunset after NEW FUN COMICS 4, May 1945.- (46:41) SPOOK RANCH was a western mystery story written by Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson, using the pseudonym Roger Furlong, with illustrations drawn by Charles Flanders. The story concluded in the next issue.- (46:41) SCRUB HARDY was a sports humor strip drawn by Joe Archibald. Hardy's sports career was cut short, only appearing again in NEW FUN COMICS 2.- (48:19) The sports adventure strip JACK ANDREWS ALL-AMERICAN BOY was written and drawn by Lyman Anderson. Andrews' sports career would only last through NEW FUN COMICS 6, October 1935.- (51:04) BATHYSPHERE - A MARTIAN DREAM, writer unknown, was an article about Dr. Beebe, who descended 3,000 feet in a bathysphere, and the equipment on board.- (51:59) SPORTS, an article written by Joe Archibald, was about the Toronto Maple Leafs and a brief history of the game of hockey.- (52:59) ON THE RADIO: THE DIAL TWISTER, maybe written by Lloyd Jacquet,  was an article asking readers to write the staff of NEW FUN COMICS and share their favorite radio shows, and the writer also shares some favorites.- (54:27) IN THE MOVIES: TALK OF THE TALKIES, writer unknown, described some of the upcoming films in 1935, including one involving the comic book cowboy Jack Wood, a movie serial titled RUSTLERS OF RED GAP (IMDb lists the final title as RUSTLERS OF RED DOG).- (55:24) MODEL AIRCRAFT, writer unknown, with illustrations drawn by Dick Loederer, was an article about how to make a model of the U.S. Navy plane Vought Corsair, one of the early planes that took off and landed on the first aircraft carriers.- (56:49) HOW TO BUILD HENDRICK HUDSON'S "HALF MOON", an article written and drawn by Robert Weinstein, about a 17th Century sailing ship.- (57:08) CAP'N ERIC, a sea adventure strip, was written and drawn by Robert Weinstein, who signed this feature Bob Weinstein.- (58:33) BUCKSKIN JIM: THE TRAILBLAZER, a western adventure, was written and drawn by Eugene Koscik, who signed his work as "K". Buckskin Jim rode off into the western sunset after MORE FUN COMICS 18, February 1937.- (1:01:28) The article POPULAR SCIENCE, writer unknown, had illustrations provided by Dick Loederer, who signed his work as "Loe". It covered three subjects, STREAMLINE TRAIN THAT TALKED, PUTTING THE SUN TO WORK, and A BIT OF MAGIC.- (1:03:06) STAMPS AND COINS, writer unknown, also had illustrations drawn by Dick Loederer, who again signed his work as "Loe". This article was divided into two sections, BEGINNING A COLLECTION, about stamps, and ABOUT COINS.- (1:03:50) The issue's final article was titled YOUNG HOMEMAKERS, writer unknown, also with illustrations provided by Dick "Loe" Loederer. This article provided advice about a well organized kitchen.- (1:04:39) AFTER SCHOOL, a kid humor strip, was written and drawn by Tom McNamara. Lefty and Slim had their last humorous adventure in NEW FUN COMICS 6, October 1935.- (1:05:43) CAVEMAN CAPERS, a prehistoric humor strip, was written and drawn by Dick Loederer. The fire went out for CAVEMAN CAPERS after NEW FUN COMICS 5, August 1935.- (1:06:42) FUN FILMS: TAD AMONG THE PIRATES, was written and drawn by Adolphe Barreaux. This feature was unique among the others in this issue. It was a series of strips that you could cut horizontally and tape together into a paper film strip, viewed through a paper backdrop drawn at the top of the page. Tad's final adventure occurred in NEW FUN COMICS 3, April 1935.- (1:07:20) BUBBY AND BEEVIL, a humor strip, was written and drawn by Dick Loederer. Bubby and Beevil's last misadventure was in NEW FUN COMICS 3, April 1935.(1:07:41) The animal humor strip PELION AND OSSA was written and drawn by John Lindermeyer, who signed his work as Kevin Hay. Their last adventure was also in NEW FUN COMICS 3, April 1935.- (1:08:35) This issue's final strip was the science fiction adventure 2023: SUPER POLICE, written by John Finch and drawn by Joseph Clemens Gretter, who signed his name as Clem Gretter. The Science Police investigated their last case in MORE FUN COMICS 14, October 1936.- (1:10:11) After the reprinted issue, there were a few essays to round out this book. The first was titled, THE MAJOR WHO MADECOMICS, about Major Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson, written by his Granddaughter, Nicky Wheeler-Nicholson. She provides a brief biography about her Grandfather, how his interests in life helped shape the features that were included in this first issue, and some of the talented comic book creators whose careers he helped influence.u - (1:10:38) NEW FUN 1 - THE CONTRIBUTORS, brief biographies of  most of the creators in this issue, also provided by Nicky Wheeler-Nicholson, with special thanks to David Saunders for his original research.- (1:11:17) The book's final essay was titled, A TABLOID TRADITION CONTINUES, written by Editor Benjamin Le Clear, Manager of DC Comics Library Archives. He explains how and why this issues printed at tabloid size, and a brief history of the evolution of the size of comic books, and finally the origin of the FAMOUS FIRST EDITION series in the 1970's.- Next episode we return to our journey through the Silver Age Adventures of Superman with: SUPERMAN FAMILY COMIC BOOKS  COVER DATED MAY 1966: PART I: WORLD'S FINEST COMICS 157, PART II: SUPERMAN 186, PART III: SUPERMAN'S GIRL FRIEND LOIS LANE 65 & PART IV: ACTION COMICS 337 with ELSEWHERE IN DC COMICS' May or May/June 1966 titles.The home for THE SUPERMAN FAN PODCAST is http://thesupermanfanpodcast.blogspot.com. Send e-mail to supermanfanpodcast@gmail.com.You can join the SUPERMAN FAN PODCAST Group or Page on facebook, and follow the podcast on twitter @supermanpodcast. 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As a result of high-class customer service, John has grown his business by reputation, providing unrivalled service to residents and businesses alike. John developed an interest in computers at a very young age, and being mostly self-taught, built the skills and knowledge to enable him to manoeuvre his way through the ever-developing world of computers and technology. This paved the way for the creation of his first company at 19 - John Finch Computers. He worked solo for many years, initially operating out of his parents' garage. Now, 17 years on, he has two office locations and 5 staff members, providing IT support in Herefordshire and beyond. www.JohnFinchComputers.co.uk https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-finch-a809641b5/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-finch-a809641b5/) https://laptops2kids.co.uk/ (https://laptops2kids.co.uk/)

      John Finch is a husband, father, podcast host, author and film maker. His movie the Father Effect-Forgiving my absent father is free and available to view here. He and I sit down to discuss the importance of releasing any anger towards our fathers for not being there and the power of forgiveness. … Continue reading #48 The Father Effect with John Finch →

This week we are proud to welcome the creator of some of the UK's finest and highest-rated TV series of the 1970s, recipient of the Best Series Writer award by the Writers Guild of Great Britain, writer-author-series creator John Finch! John Finch was born in Liverpool during the Depression. When his father disappeared, he moved with his mother to a mining community in Yorkshire. Life was tough, and by the time he left school at the age of 14 he had been to 12 schools, including an orphanage. At the outbreak of war, he joined the Merchant Navy at the age of 16 and sailed from Liverpool in 1941. He served as a sparks on a freighter, a tanker, a troop ship, and a rescue tug before being medically discharged in 1944. He worked various jobs upon returning from the war, gradually moving toward writing as a career. In this time, he wrote for various magazines such as Illustrated and Picture Post, with occasional contributions to the BBC, and his first play, the first in television to have an industrial setting, was transmitted in 1958. In 1960, he became the first trainee writer to be contracted to write Coronation Street, now the world's longest-running TV soap opera, and later became editor and producer. He went on to became Granada's most prolific writer and created, wrote and edited many of the company's longest-running serials and series. These included the 52-hour series A Family at War, which sold throughout the world and is still being transmitted in countries such as India and Pakistan, and throughout the Middle East. Norwegian viewers recently voted it the best television series ever. He later created and personally wrote every episode of the 39-hour series Sam, a tribute to his mining village upbringing, and went on to create and write many other long-running series. In 1975, he was given the award of Best Series Writer by the Writers Guild of Great Britain, and received the Broadcasting Press Guild Critics Award for Sam in the same year. His novel, Cuddon Return, was a bestseller, and in 2002 he completed his first play for the theatre, JOE, described as “a play for two actors and a load of junk.” It has been warmly praised by critics, producers, actors and fellow writers. He has lived with his family for many years in the Yorkshire Dales. Visit John's website: johnfinch.com Buy Gray's book for only $4.99! Look for it on Amazon – How To Break In To TV Writing: Insider Interviews. Didn't get your questions asked? Make sure you follow Gray on Twitter (@GrayJones) so you can get the scoop on who is being interviewed and how to get your questions in. Also check out our TV Writer Twitter Database to find Twitter addresses for over 1,200 TV writers. Find our previous episodes and other resources at www.tvwriterpodcast.com or on Gray's YouTube channel. First published December 10, 2011.

Joining us at the Writer's Round today is Rita West! A super gifted worship leader and song writer, The prayer of her ministry is that by sharing the truth and power of God's love through music and witness others would be brought into a relationship with the Father, where freedom and healing await. Rita has released numerous projects, including her debut record Chosen and collaborations with artists such as NOVUM COLLECTIVE and John Finch. Her newest project released May 2019 - Invitation. Find her music in all digital stores or by visiting novumrecords.com. Support the show and the creation of new music by becoming a Patron! Visit patreon.com/thewritersround --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Someone once said that it takes a village to raise a child. If it's also true that it takes a village to write a book, one of the most important villagers is the editor. On today's episode, I talk with a good friend who also happens to be a great editor. He helps us understand how why editors are such an important part of the book-making process, and how to choose the right editor for your next book project. Blake Atwood is an editor, author, and ghostwriter who helps writers tell better stories, choose the right path to publication, and how to best market their words. He is also an instructor for Writing Workshops Dallas, which offers wide-ranging seminars and courses for writers of all kinds by a host of excellent teachers. Many of those are available via live stream. On this episode, you'll learn about the different types of editing and why each one is important for your book. Blake also shares how to find the right editor, and how to know when it's time to let go of your book and move on. In addition, Blake turns the tables on me by digging into the reasons I haven't finished my own book yet! One of the most fascinating parts of this conversation is Blake's story of how he brought his late uncle's novel to life. This episode is packed with great stories and nuggets of wisdom from Blake! Blake has generously offered Born to Create podcast listeners a 10% discount on his editing services if you book him before the end of the year. Make sure to get in touch with him if you need an editor for a current or upcoming book. Show Highlights In this episode, you'll discover: How The Chronicles of Narnia, and a specific teacher, inspired Blake to become a writer. What Blake loves about editing, and how it fulfills him creatively. Different types of editing you will encounter in the publishing process, and why each is important. Blake's advice for correcting some of the most common mistakes writers make. Blake's process for finding the right type of editor. How Blake was discovered by Sean McCabe, which led to his work on James Clear's new book Atomic Habits. How to know when a book is finished and move on to the next project. How Blake finished his uncle's novel after his uncle passed away. Habits that have helped Blake be more successful. Key Takeaways 1. Editors are a key part of the creative writing process. Editors perform a similar function to a record producer. Their job is to take the raw elements and make something beautiful from it. A good editor is not just a hired gun or a cleanup person (although it can certainly involve cleaning up errors and mistakes). Rather, they are collaborators who can make a good book great. 2. There are three distinct stages in editing. They move from the macro to the micro. First is developmental editing, which is concerned with taking a big picture look at the overall book and its story and/or structure. Second is copyediting, which is concerned with grammar, spelling, and line-by-line corrections. Third is proofreading, which is checking for errors after the book has been formatted for print and digital, since errors can happen in that process. It's important to understand the different types of editing and what to expect when working with editors. 3. Habits can make or break your success. One theme that you will hear often on this podcast is the importance of good habits. Blake shared how he developed a habit of getting up at 5 a.m., and this habit has served him well. He also talked about getting out of his introvert comfort zone by teaching and public speaking, reading 50 pages a day, and quitting books that don't hold his interest.- Resources BlakeAtwood.com The Father Effect by John Finch with Blake Atwood Don't Fear the Reaper: Why Every Author Needs an Editor by Blake Atwood The Gospel According to Breaking Bad by Blake Atwood Sins of the Five Fathers by James H. Drury with Blake Atwood Connect with Blake on Facebook Connect with Blake on LinkedIn Follow Blake on Twitter Follow Blake on Instagram Blake's articles at The Write Life Editorial Freelanders Association BookLaunchMentor.com K.M. Weiland's recommendations for editors Atomic Habits by James Clear Overlap by Sean McCabe Day One journaling app The War of Art by Steven Pressfield Vellum app James Clear's article on reading comprehension The Guilt-Free Guide to Choosing Which Books to Read by Kent Sanders MelindaMartin.me (publishing and design services) Writing Workshops Dallas Whispers in the Pews by Chris Morris, ed. Podcast Partners: Jeff Hosey Jim Krenning Jeni Voss Looking for Christmas gift ideas? My book The Artist's Suitcase: 26 Essentials for the Creative Journey is the perfect gift for the artist or creative person in your life (or even yourself!) Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google Play For more great resources to help unleash your creative powers, visit my site at KentSanders.net. Connect with me on social media: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram

About this time last year, I was introduced to John Finch on Twitter. John asked me to write an article for his encouraging dads project. You can read that here… http://www.encouragingdads.com/2016/05/memories-are-made-in-the-everyday-moments/ As I learned more about John and what he does for fathers, I knew I wanted to have him on the show. In this […] The post Real Talk for Real Fathers with John Finch appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.