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Welcome to a massive, blockbuster edition of Duke Loves Rasslin! Week 512 is our ultimate pre event mega celebration and the final stop before the highly anticipated River City Wrestling Con (RCWC) officially kicks off. We are rolling out the red carpet with a star-studded 5-guest lineup to preview the biggest weekend in wrestling fan culture.From breaking music industry news and verbal wars of words to hilarious basketball challenges with legendary 7-footers, this episode has it all. Hit play now to join Duke and an incredible roster of guests as we light the fuse for an unforgettable weekend!The Legendary Jimmy Hart: "The Mouth of the South" kicks off the show exclaiming his excitement for RCWC! Jimmy dishes on the phenomenal setup, praises the professionalism of organizers Nick and Sam, and breaks exclusive news regarding a massive September comeback album from his Billboard Top 10 group, The Gentrys. Plus, Jimmy shares touching reflections on his late, great friend Hulk Hogan and looks back with gratitude on his blessed, hall-of-fame career.RCWC CEO & Founder Nick Bateh: The architect behind the convention details exactly why 2026 is their biggest and best year yet. Nick highlights crucial partnerships with Farah & Farah, Scott Johnson, the Going Ringside podcast, and Duke Loves Rasslin handling worldwide media and brand growth. Get the inside scoop on what to expect at the World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Florida, alongside a massive thank you to the fans, legends, and local partners.That Dude Jon Davis: Things get intense as Jon Davis and Duke trade heavy verbal shots over the upcoming live wrestling action. With Duke firmly standing on Team Noah Veil, Jon Davis issues a major physical warning to The Duke if he keeps running his mouth, promising to settle the score just like he plans to do with Noah Veil to claim the crown of RCWC.The Last Leroy: One of the funniest people on the planet joins the program! Comedian, gamer, podcaster, and military veteran The Last Leroy steps up to react to Duke's wild claim that he can dunk on NBA sensation Victor Wembanyama. Leroy delivers a hilarious reality check, promising to document the inevitable calamity online for the world to laugh at.PJ Ramos: Closing out the show is former NBA player, Olympian, pro wrestler, and actor PJ Ramos! Standing as a legitimate 7'3" giant, PJ hilariously breaks down his role as Duke's "coach" for the Wemby challenge. PJ takes a deep dive into basketball history, recalling Team Puerto Rico's legendary Olympic victory over a USA dream team featuring Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, Tim Duncan, and Allen Iverson. He also shares memories of playing for and befriending Manny Pacquiao in the Philippines, and hypes up his feature film Blood Hunter: Thirst And Rage—discovered right at RCWC two years ago and streaming now on TUBI!Are you ready for the ultimate pro wrestling fan experience? Don't miss a single second of this award-winning coverage as we head straight into River City Wrestling Con weekend!#DukeLovesRasslin #RiverCityWrestlingCon #RCWC2026 #JimmyHart #MouthOfTheSouth #NickBateh #JonDavis #NoahVeil #TheLastLeroy #PJRamos #BloodHunter #WrestlingPodcast #ProWrestling #StAugustineEvents #FarahAndFarahWith great performance comes great hydration. Liquid I.V. x Spider-Man Hydration Multiplier® Arctic Raspberry and Sugar-Free Raspberry Lemonade pouches are here for a limited time. Returning Customers - Save on your next order of Liquid I.V. with Promo Code: DUKELOVESRASSLINNew Customers - Take 20% Off Your First Liquid I.V. Order with Code REFRESH**VisitStrictlyForTheCulture.Ca for the latest in fashion****All views expressed are that of those expressing them. Pull Up Your Skinny Jeans if you don't like it! **

Get ready for an absolute blockbuster episode of the 3-time award-winning podcast, Duke Loves Rasslin! This week, we are pulling out all the stops to preview the biggest wrestling event of the summer: River City Wrestling Con (RCWC)!Don't miss out on the action this weekend, Saturday, June 6th and Sunday, June 7th, at the World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Florida. Head over to RiverCityWrestlingCon.com right now to grab your tickets before they sell out!50 Years of Excellence with Leilani Kai: The legendary former WWE World Women's Champion, NWA World Women's Champion, and 2-time World Tag Team Champion stops by! Leilani shares incredible stories from her humble beginnings on a foster farm to semi-main eventing the very first WrestleMania.Spreading the Wrestling Love: Leilani opens up about why she still loves the business after five decades, her appreciation for Glamour Girls partner Judy Martin, Susan Tex Green, the Cauliflower Alley Club, and her partner Steve Stasiak of BookProWrestlers.com.A Heartfelt Thank You: Hear a special, emotional moment between The Duke and Leilani as he thanks her for being an early supporter of the show—offering a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how Duke Loves Rasslin earned the respect of pro wrestling royalty.Meet the Legends at RCWC: Leilani gives a massive shout-out to the folks at Reed Between The Ropes for bringing the Glamour Girls and Madusa to River City Wrestling Con. She can't wait to meet you all there!Madisyn Maxxwell Unleashed: In the second half, one of the most beloved (and dangerous) stars on the planet today, Madisyn Maxxwell, joins the show. She talks about her Italian and Cuban roots, her sharp wit, and why she is absolute "hell on heels" in the squared circle.Sunday Match of the Year Contender: Madisyn will be doing meet-and-greets on Saturday, but on Sunday, she laces up the boots to face Myka Madrid in a highly anticipated, must-see clash!The Ultimate Swiftie Showdown: Madisyn puts famous voice actor, podcaster, and screenwriter Sara "Poltron" Polton on notice. When it comes to Taylor Swift, Madisyn is ready to go toe-to-toe with anyone who claims to be a bigger fan!What: River City Wrestling ConWhen: Saturday, June 6th & Sunday, June 7th, 2026Where: World Golf Village — St. Augustine, FLTickets: RiverCityWrestlingCon.com#RCWC #RiverCityWrestlingCon #LeilaniKai #MadisynMaxxwell #GlamourGirls #DukeLovesRasslin #ProWrestling #WrestlingPodcast #StAugustineEvents #WrestleManiaLegend #WomenOfWrestling #SupportWrestling** Shop better hydration today. Visit  & use the promo code DukeLovesRasslin to save on your next order! ****All views expressed are that of those expressing them. Pull Up Your Skinny Jeans if you don't like it! **

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, the Supreme Court and the Treasury Department are both working overtime to cover up for the fact that Justice Sam Alito's lawyer son is secretly working as a senior attorney in the Treasury Department.Then, on the rest of the menu, America's most powerful TV networks have been handing out coveted congressional press credentials to people Congress has strictly barred from eligibility; Trump ordered the Department of Health and Human Services to cut the number of vaccines recommended for every American child by half; and, Trump branded the federal judge who blocked his renovation of the Kennedy Center as “an anti Trump Hater” and predicted that the nation's premier performing arts center will “soon be closed, probably never to open again.”After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where the Iran war has forced farmers to seek organic alternatives away from chemical fertilizers; and, South Africa's mostly Black World Cup squad will leave for the tournament today after problems with US travel visas delayed their departure.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live PlayerKeep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!“I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help.” — Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

View this sermon (with video and/or audio recording) on our website: https://www.lordoflords.org/sermons/united-in-the-trinity/The local youth are spending too much time in the billiard parlor. That's going to lead to bad habits of smoking cigarettes, chewing tobacco, and reading dime novels. It will lead to bad language like "swell" and "so's your old man." It will lead to loitering, missing school, and mocking public officials.Harold Hill starts to influence the townsfolk by singing, "Ya got trouble ... Right here in River City! With a capital T and that rhymes with P and that stands for Pool!"Harold Hill starts this moral panic out of thin air. He wants to scare parents into buying band instruments from him. There's a lot of division in River City. The School Board is constantly bickering until they start singing in a Barbershop Quartet. The old ladies don't like the young, pretty librarian. The mayor doesn't like his daughter's boyfriend or the idea of a boys' band.St. Paul didn't need to create any division in the Corinthian congregation. There was plenty there. Read Paul's first letter to the Corinthian Christians to hear him tell the story. Paul begins his letter by writing, "I ask that you all express the same view and not have any divisions among you, but that you be joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment" (1 Corinthians 1:10). In the Corinthian church, the people were divided over their favorite pastor; some were boasting of their acceptance of sin; some were bringing lawsuits against other Christians; others were partaking of the Lord's Table on Sunday after eating at the table of demons on Saturday; some were boasting about their spiritual gifts; and others were trying to discredit Paul and his gifts. Their church was filled with disorder and division. These problems caused the church to be splintered and hostile. Paul could very easily have written in one of his letters, "Ya got trouble ... Right here in Corinth City!"Paul knew that Jesus desired for his Church to be unified. So, as Christ's called apostle, he worked to lead God's people to repent and forgive one another. Paul spoke strongly and lovingly about the work of Satan among them, begging them to leave their wicked ways and to unite around God's truths.Paul could not accomplish this unity on his own. That's why he closed his second letter to the Corinthians with this threefold blessing: "The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all" (2 Corinthians 13:14).Disunity and division aren't limited to Corinth or River City. There's plenty of disunity and division in America. People are divided over politics of Left or Right. They're divided over issues like immigration, Iran, and data centers. Wyoming residents are divided over Colorado residents. Well, not really. It seems Wyomingites are united that Coloradans should stay in their own state.

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, a federal judge dismissed the charges against the “Broadview 6” protestors in Chicago after discovering perverse DOJ misconduct, leading her to signal that she will sanction the office and refer the lawyers for bar discipline.Then, on the rest of the menu, a key government agency is dismantling efforts to regulate online betting markets and crypto while Trump and his family make big bucks from the booming industries; Trump's MAGA Justice Department scrubbed its website of news releases about his January 6 goons; and, after evacuating over 50,000 people, Southern California officials scramble to prevent a massive chemical tank explosion that could endanger a few million folks in the neighborhood.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where Lithuania suspects Russian involvement in a data leak of over 600,000 national register entries; and, Pope Leo XIV made a historic apology for the role the Holy See played in legitimizing slavery and for having failed to condemn it for centuries.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live PlayerKeep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!“I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help.” — Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, Ka$h Patel has failed to take the sobriety test he promised under oath.Then, on the rest of the menu, former reality TV star and now the MAGA-favorite Los Angeles mayoral candidate, Spencer Pratt, vowed to leave LA if he loses the election; Trump cashed in big time one day after handing AI tech firm CoreWeave a major government deal; and, the Texas Supreme Court refused to declare that Democratic lawmakers who briefly fled the state in 2025 to block a vote on new congressional maps pushed by Trump had, vacated their office.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where Trump's Pentagon quietly shut down the legally required program to prevent civilian deaths by military; and, Trump's Pentagon has halted deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe to make it easier for Vlad to be Vlad.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live PlayerKeep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!“I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help.” — Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

Right there in the river city, Watertown, Wisconsin.  In one of the most audacious decisions by a local school board since the enlightened members of the River City school board tried to prevent the spread of pool playing in their community, the Watertown Board voted to protect their vulnerable high school students from political indoctrination by a lyricless song.  Despite the protestations of the young musicians who've been practicing for months, and many parents who were supporting the students, the Board decided they knew what was be best for the corruptible youth of their fair city.  The 8 O'Clock Buzz explores the school board decision with the assistance of a former Watertown alumnus.  The Mother of a Revolution lives on! Did you enjoy this story? Your funding makes great, local journalism like this possible. Donate hereThe post Ya Got Trouble appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, gut the VRA, get Jim Crow 2.0.Then, on the rest of the menu, Trump unveiled an ominous midterm plot he wants to use in ‘every single state;' the general counsel for the Oregon State Bar said fabricated cases and citations have become more common among lawyers and people representing themselves; and, a Georgia data center drained 30 million gallons of water unnoticed until residents complained about low water pressure.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where Starmer pledges to bring Britain closer to the EU as he faces calls to step down; and, Venezuela warns of ‘serious' environmental impact from an oil spill in Trinidad and Tobago.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live PlayerKeep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!“I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help.” — Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

Get ready for a rare, "fly-on-the-wall" experience as the legendary Madusa (Alundra Blayze) joins Duke Loves Rasslin for one of her most transparent interviews to date. Ahead of her highly anticipated appearance at River City Wrestling Con (June 6-7 at the World Golf Village), the trailblazer sits down with one of her biggest fans for a conversation that transcends the squared circle.This isn't just a career retrospective; it's a deep dive into the heart of a pioneer. From her Mount Rushmore status in wrestling history to her views on the current state of the industry, Madusa holds nothing back.This exclusive episode pulls back the curtain on the woman behind the "Blayze" persona. Here is what you can expect from this eye-opening conversation:Fan Safety First: Madusa explains why she believes wrestlers require security to protect them, now more than ever, from increasing incidents involving unpredictable fans.The McMahon Departure: Hear Madusa's candid take on leaving WWE, her belief that Vince McMahon truly understood her value, and her theories on the mindset behind her release.The AWA Roots: A heartfelt look back at her appreciation for Verne Gagne and the foundation built in the American Wrestling Association.Family & The Front Lines: Madusa discusses her deep love for her military veteran husband and how family has shaped her perspective on life outside the ring.The Future of Women's Wrestling: A veteran's critique of the modern era, focusing on the urgent need for better storylines and deeper character development for the current roster.Building a Legacy: A raw look at what matters most—leaving behind a meaningful impact for the next generation of performers and fans.Catch the legend in person at River City Wrestling Con:When: June 6th & 7th, 2026Where: World Golf Village, St. Augustine, FLWhat: Meet-and-greets, photo ops, and a celebration of wrestling royalty.Don't miss this "shero" in her own words. Tune in to the full episode of Duke Loves Rasslin for an exclusive glimpse into the mind of a true icon.#Madusa #AlundraBlayze #DukeLovesRasslin #WWEHallOfFame #WrestlingPodcast #RiverCityWrestlingCon #WomensWrestling #WrestlingLegend #WrestlingNews #ProWrestling #FanSafety #WWE** Visit ⁠RiverCityWrestlingCon.Com⁠ to secure your tickets before the event sells out! **** Shop better hydration today. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LiquidIV.Com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & use the promo code DukeLovesRasslin to save on your next order! ****All views expressed are that of those expressing them. Pull Up Your Skinny Jeans if you don't like it! **

Billy Gunn joins Duke for a fun conversation ahead of his return to River City Wrestling Con on June 6th & 7th. Billy keeps it honest and engaging from start to finish including:❤️ Family above everything – Billy shows love to his wife Paula, the glue of the Gunn family

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, Iran issued a dire warning after Trump's unhinged, late night social media posts.Then, on the rest of the menu, ultra right-winger Leonard Leo is linked to $50M funneled through a beloved Catholic charity to fund his extreme agenda; the MAGA GOP is bashed after Trump lawyers expose private data; and, a federal judge demands answers as Trump shuts down the beloved 124-year-old East Potomac Golf Links golf course.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where Austria expelled three Russian Embassy staff over antenna spying in Vienna; and, European leaders see Trump's petulant troop drawdown from Germany as new proof they must go it alone.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live PlayerKeep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!“I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help.” — Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

Trouble in River City | Acts 19:21-20:6 | Pastor Howie Van Dyk by GraceChurchNJ

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, the Vichy Press is instantly exposed after the WHCD shooting.Then, on the rest of the menu, Congress is not on board with Trump's budget that guts local libraries and museums; cheap airlines want a fortune from Trump to stay in the air; and, technology tycoons Elon Musk and Sam Altman face off in court in a high-stakes showdown over AI.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where the German government accused Russia over a series of phishing attacks on Signal targeting high-ranking politicians; and, dozens of international civil and human rights groups issued a “World Cup travel advisory”, warning tournament visitors of “rising authoritarianism and increasing violence” in the United States.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live PlayerKeep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!  Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, Ka$h Patel made some bombshell threats ahead of "imminent arrests" of the Democratic January 6 "conspirators" against Trump. Then, on the rest of the menu, wildfire survivors who lost their homes could face another blow from taxes on settlement payouts; book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs; and, businesses can claim refunds starting today for Trump tariffs that were declared unconstitutional.  After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where countries across Central Europe have pulled baby food off the shelves after rat poison was discovered in the product; and, while Trump lashed out at Spain, US Democrats joined world leaders in Barcelona to galvanize forces and defend a rules-based world order.  All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.  Bon Appétit!Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, a lot of people are thirsting for what Hungary is having.Then, on the rest of the menu, the Trump family deal spree could open the door for future presidents to profit from office; commercial salmon fishing is set to open in California for the first time since 2022 as the population rebounds; and, “diversity, equity and inclusion are not foreign values, they're American values.”After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where Peruvian election results are delayed after thousands get a one-day voting extension; and, Hungary's new prime minister wants to take over as early as May 5.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!"I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help." -- Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, the Vichy Press revels in sane washing Easter Sunday F Bombs and Blasphemy for fun and profit.Then, on the rest of the menu, a federal judge halted efforts by the Trump administration to collect data that proves higher education institutions are not considering race in admissions; the DOJ lied to a judge about how it's using voter roll data; and, the congregants of the tiny Methodist church on the cover of JD Vance's new book say they don't know him.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where European ministers call for profit caps on energy companies as the Iran war drives a massive price surge; and, outspoken Iranians overseas say their loved ones are being detained back home.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!"I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help." -- Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

AWadd sits down with head coach of the VCU Rams Phil Martelli Jr, LIVE from River City Roll!

As Easter is this weekend, Sean explains that the church's goal isn't crowds but making disciples—passionate followers of Jesus who learn Scripture and obey it—often through intentional, relational, Biblical community groups with accountability and measurable habits like daily time in the Word and prayer. He discusses the need for pastors to have peer community, warns about ego on stage, affirms women's role in discipleship, and emphasizes discipling within marriage and family while equipping all believers to disciple others.00:00 Show Intro and Banter00:44 Song Credits and Spotify Plug01:20 Easter Message Preview02:16 Why Resurrection Matters03:04 Service Times and Invitation04:04 Vacation and Pastor Life05:23 Community Over Pedestals07:13 Easter Crowds vs Disciples07:59 What Discipleship Means09:00 Growing Disciples Who Disciple12:13 Great Commission and Real Goal13:28 Classes Lead to Obedience14:15 Accountability in Life Groups15:48 Life on Life Discipleship17:56 Intentional Community Beyond Meetings20:03 Measuring Spiritual Growth22:25 Women and Discipleship23:46 Discipleship at Home24:52 State of Church Discipleship27:06 Get Involved at River City28:13 Easter Invitation and Closing

As Easter is this weekend, Sean explains that the church's goal isn't crowds but making disciples—passionate followers of Jesus who learn Scripture and obey it—often through intentional, relational, Biblical community groups with accountability and measurable habits like daily time in the Word and prayer. He discusses the need for pastors to have peer community, warns about ego on stage, affirms women's role in discipleship, and emphasizes discipling within marriage and family while equipping all believers to disciple others.00:00 Show Intro and Banter00:44 Song Credits and Spotify Plug01:20 Easter Message Preview02:16 Why Resurrection Matters03:04 Service Times and Invitation04:04 Vacation and Pastor Life05:23 Community Over Pedestals07:13 Easter Crowds vs Disciples07:59 What Discipleship Means09:00 Growing Disciples Who Disciple12:13 Great Commission and Real Goal13:28 Classes Lead to Obedience14:15 Accountability in Life Groups15:48 Life on Life Discipleship17:56 Intentional Community Beyond Meetings20:03 Measuring Spiritual Growth22:25 Women and Discipleship23:46 Discipleship at Home24:52 State of Church Discipleship27:06 Get Involved at River City28:13 Easter Invitation and Closing

In this April 2026 Roofer of the Month podcast, host Alex Tolle sits down with Tim Garrison, founder and president of River City Roofing Company Inc., to explore what it takes to build a respected roofing business rooted in craftsmanship, trust and long-term relationships. Tim shares the story behind the company's growth, his leadership philosophy and how River City Roofing approaches residential and commercial projects with consistency and pride. The conversation highlights the importance of team culture, community involvement and delivering quality that stands the test of time. Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/   Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up   Sign up for the Week in Roofing! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up    Learn more about River City Roofing here! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/river-city-roofing-co Follow Us!   https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/   https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com   https://x.com/RoofCoffeeShop   https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQTC5U3FL9M-_wcRiEEyvw   https://www.pinterest.com/rcscom/   https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop   https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rss   #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer #CoatingsCoffeeShop #RoofingProfessionals #RoofingContractors #RoofingIndustry 

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, Trump's blockade against Cuba collapsed after he permitted Putin to send a Russian oil tanker to Havana.Then, on the rest of the menu, Trump issued another crazed early Monday morning war threat designed to juice the markets, again; Trump melted down at “dumb judges” ahead of Supreme Court arguments on the MAGA birthright citizenship policy critics have branded as outright racism; and, Trump is such a master businessman and military planner, the rising price of war oil is making at least one nation rich, and they speak Farsi.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where Spain has closed its airspace to US planes involved in the Iran war; and, French authorities are investigating after thwarting an Iranian bomb attack outside a Bank of America in Paris over the weekend.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!"I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help." -- Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

It's a magical Monday in March here on AWadd Radio and we are here to get you up to date on everything in the sports world. From buzzer beaters to bombs in the Bronx we take you on a journey around the world of sports on the sports app! There was some magic in march on Sunday, a dagger in DC with Braylon Mullins sinking a 35 foot game winning shot to down the devils and head to the final four! We saw one of the greatest moments in March Madness history when Mullins hit the dagger in DC, but where does it rank among the greatest moments of all time in the NCAA Tournament! We need to celebrate one of the most successful seasons in VCU history and we will with AWadd hosting a Rams Rally on April 1st at River City Roll! Get out to celebrate the Rams, with potential guests like head coach Phil Martelli Jr and more! Tune in LIVE every weekday from 12-3 PM everywhere on the Audacy app and locally at 910 the fan and 105.1 FM for more AWadd Radio!!

We hear a preview of activities, rallies and protests planned across the region for this Saturday. Plus, volunteer group that cleans up area riverways is growing. Finally, pianist debuts new commission at weekend concert celebrating the piano.

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, two Florida public universities, two Republican student organizations, two racism and antisemitism scandals in the same month.Then, on the rest of the menu, Trump's EPA is paving the way for the return of smog to national parks; an Oath Keeper MAGA sheriff running for California Governor seized 650,000 Riverside County ballots from the recent redistricting election; and, it's not just vaccines, MAGA parents are refusing other routine preventive care for newborns.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where Prime Minister Tusk says Poland has long suspected Orban's Hungary shared EU Council details with Russia; and, tens of thousands of protesters rallied in Prague against the new government of Czech prime minister and Putin-puppet Babiš.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!"I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help." -- Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

Shout out to our sponsors!-Rick Stockel - Your Source for Buying and Selling Homes in Richmond and Central Virginiahttps://rickstockel.com- Dr. O Sports Medicine - http://kwadwoowusuakyawmd.comDr. O Instagram - https://instagram.com/dr.o_forthe804#ballinva We sit down with Big Rio for a powerful conversation about Richmond basketball, AAU basketball in Virginia, River City Rain, Team Iverson, and the mission to help young athletes earn college scholarships and build better lives.Big Rio shares the real story behind the rise of River City Rain, his connection to Team Iverson, and how he helped create life-changing opportunities for players across the 804. We talk about the Richmond basketball scene, the relationships that helped shape an era of local hoops, and the sacrifices made behind the scenes to support kids and families.This episode also dives into stories involving Lil Mario, Pinky, Harvard basketball, Delaware State, Hampton, St. Paul's, AAU recruiting, and what it really took to get players seen by college coaches. If you care about Virginia high school basketball, Richmond AAU history, or the people who helped change the game for local athletes, this is an episode you do not want to miss.BallinVA Host:Larry MerritteCheck out our Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/ballinvaBallinVA Social Mediahttps://facebook.com/ballinvahttps://tiktok.com/@ballinvahttps://www.instagram.com/ballinva_podcast_804/For business inquiries - ballinvapodcast@gmail.com

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, Trump is fundraising off the deaths of fallen troops.Then, on the rest of the menu, California launched a probe after video showed petition gatherers offering money for signatures for tech backed ballot measures; the Energy Secretary ordered a Texas firm facing criminal charges for the worst oil spill off the California coast, to restore oil drilling at the same site; and, an offshore wind project targeted by the Trump administration has begun sending power to New England's electric grid.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where Brazil revoked the visa of a US diplomat who sought to visit Bolsonaro in prison; and, a bomb blast at a Jewish School in Amsterdam was the second antisemitic attack in two days.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!"I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help." -- Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, Trump is refusing to acknowledge the rising death toll of US troops in his Iran war or the severity he has done to the United States economy and to the economies of countries across the world.Then, on the rest of the menu, Ford has recalled 1.74 million of its cars over rearview display issues; a second NTSB member was fired without explanation by the Trump administration; and, California US Rep Darrell Issa retiring raises the stakes for the GOP holding House control.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where Trump said to fuhgeddaboudit it when asked whether Russia was sharing intel with Iran to kill US soldiers; and, European countries are on high alert after bomb blasts near a Belgian synagogue and outside the US Embassy in Oslo over the weekend.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!"I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help." -- Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

Peter M. delivers a message of depth and weight at the River City Speaker Meeting on 2/7/2026. Find us at https://maddogspeakers.com/.

The All Local for Tuesday, March 3rd

Listen in on the USL League One Group Chat!A bunch of USL1 podcasters, writers and sickos got together to talk about the upcoming season, which gets underway this weekend! In the chat:Rob Chappell, 608 Soccer Show, Forward MadisonAlex Ashton, USL League One UpdaterBrian Biedenbach, Fort Wayne Footy, Fort Wayne FCDavid Adams, Tumbleweed Times, AV AltaShawn Fectau, The Friggin Soccer Show, Portland Hearts of PineElliot Barr, River City 93 & Walkin 90, Richmond KickersDavid Sterling, This is Paradise! Sarasota ParadiseWe talk rosters, League Cup, Open Cup, vibes, chaos, and pour one out for Tormenta. Get ready for football starting Saturday with voices from across the league!608 Soccer Show is part of the 365 Media podcast network. Theme by Rob Dz.

A new season is on the horizon, and the offseason has already delivered major headlines. On this episode of River City 93, we break down Griffin Garnett's historic move to Europe and what his departure means for Richmond's back line and the club's future. We also react to the release of the new Kickers jersey and discuss what it represents as the team enters a new chapter.We then look at the bigger picture across the league, including the news of South Georgia Tormenta stepping away from USL League One, and what that means for competition moving forward. Finally, we preview Richmond's season opener on the road against AV Alta on March 7th, including what to watch for, key storylines, and what a strong start could look like. The offseason is ending — and a new season is about to begin.

Intimacy coordinators Casino Carlisle (Branson), George R.R. Word (Charles), and Fallyn Matcha-Dubai (Ty) share their expertise with some of Hollywood's leading actors. Subscribe to E1 on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/e1podcast Ending song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBcgWQDKJhI Join the E1 Discord: https://discord.com/invite/xTBVk23 Listen to Charles' new show Trouble in River City: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TroubleInRiverCity

River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, Trump is coming under attack from all sides, including from his own armed supporters.Then, on the rest of the menu, five days after Epstein's arrest in the summer of 2019, Trump's protection racket “directed” the New York Police Department to “stand down” its investigations related to the sex trafficker; Trump finally approved emergency assistance to Washington, D.C., to help the city with a sewage system leak that dumped at least two-hundred-fifty million gallons of raw sewage into the Potomac River; and, at least thirty-five times since August, federal judges have ordered the Trump administration to explain why it should not be punished for violating their orders in immigration cases.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where France summoned Jared Kushner's dad, Ambassador Charles Kushner, to protest comments by the Trump administration over the beating death of a far-right activist; and, flights have been cancelled, tourists are warned to shelter in place and twenty-five Mexican National Guard troops were left dead in six separate retaliatory attacks after an operation that killed cartel leader ‘El Mencho.'All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!"I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help." -- Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

Pitbull invents a new world record to break and Jelly Roll's wife writes a book about doing pills with ex-boyfriends who were too lazy to focus on their rap careers. Fortune Kit on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fortunekit Listen to Charles' new show Trouble in River City: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TroubleInRiverCity

The USS Lady sets off on its maiden voyage in 1917, and musicians Keister Treacle (Branson), Don Von Bonbon (Andrew), and Joss Loughlin (Charles) debate which songs to play for the passengers. Subscribe to E1 on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/e1podcast Join the E1 Discord: https://discord.com/invite/xTBVk23 Listen to Charles' new show Trouble in River City: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TroubleInRiverCity

Pastor Johan Mora's Story from Cuba | Reaching for Real LifePastor Sean Azzaro sits down with Pastor Yoan Mora, a Cuban immigrant who arrived in the U.S. as a refugee in 2005. Yoan shares how persecution of Christians in Cuba—including his father-in-law's imprisonment in the 1960s—led his family to seek refuge, and how he now serves at River City Community Church, leading River City en Español and vocational training through Real Life Community Outreach. 00:00 Welcome to Reaching for Real Life (Back in Boerne, TX)00:30 Baron's Downtown Studio Tour: Windows, Toys & Droid Collection01:16 The Von Erichs Visit: A Surreal Wrestling Story in the Studio02:32 Why Sean Stays Planted at River City: Community & Feeding Ministry04:02 River City en Español Origins: Meeting Pastor Yoan Mora06:13 Pastor Yoan's Story: From Cuba to Refugee Status in the U.S.08:30 Immigration Nuance: When “Refugee” Policies Create Real-Life Fallout11:25 Families Caught in the Middle: Fear, Revoked Status & What Churches See14:00 Law, Compassion, and the Church's Response to Immigration14:47 Walking With Families Through Detention & Deportation15:48 The Power of Prayer: A Jailhouse Gospel Story16:53 Beyond Politics: Choosing Love, Patience, and Community18:08 Mission Trip to Cuba: Why This One Matters Right Now19:07 Serving Cuba's Elderly Churches: Food, Supplies, and Hope20:10 What Americans Notice in Cuba + The Reality of Communism21:54 Risk, Surveillance, and Why This May Be the Last Trip for a While23:07 Prayer for Immigrants and Cuba + Final Reflections & How to Help25:55 Wrap-Up: Great Commission, Supporting Missions, and Upcoming John 17 Message

Pastor Johan Mora's Story from Cuba | Reaching for Real LifePastor Sean Azzaro sits down with Pastor Yoan Mora, a Cuban immigrant who arrived in the U.S. as a refugee in 2005. Yoan shares how persecution of Christians in Cuba—including his father-in-law's imprisonment in the 1960s—led his family to seek refuge, and how he now serves at River City Community Church, leading River City en Español and vocational training through Real Life Community Outreach. 00:00 Welcome to Reaching for Real Life (Back in Boerne, TX)00:30 Baron's Downtown Studio Tour: Windows, Toys & Droid Collection01:16 The Von Erichs Visit: A Surreal Wrestling Story in the Studio02:32 Why Sean Stays Planted at River City: Community & Feeding Ministry04:02 River City en Español Origins: Meeting Pastor Yoan Mora06:13 Pastor Yoan's Story: From Cuba to Refugee Status in the U.S.08:30 Immigration Nuance: When “Refugee” Policies Create Real-Life Fallout11:25 Families Caught in the Middle: Fear, Revoked Status & What Churches See14:00 Law, Compassion, and the Church's Response to Immigration14:47 Walking With Families Through Detention & Deportation15:48 The Power of Prayer: A Jailhouse Gospel Story16:53 Beyond Politics: Choosing Love, Patience, and Community18:08 Mission Trip to Cuba: Why This One Matters Right Now19:07 Serving Cuba's Elderly Churches: Food, Supplies, and Hope20:10 What Americans Notice in Cuba + The Reality of Communism21:54 Risk, Surveillance, and Why This May Be the Last Trip for a While23:07 Prayer for Immigrants and Cuba + Final Reflections & How to Help25:55 Wrap-Up: Great Commission, Supporting Missions, and Upcoming John 17 Message

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, Trump and Judge Aileen Cannon were caught and called out in the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals for a scheme to delete incriminating files.Then, on the rest of the menu, the NAACP and other organizations are asking a judge to protect personal voter information that was seized by the FBI from an elections warehouse just outside Atlanta; LA Olympics leader Casey Wasserman will sell his talent agency in the wake of the Epstein emails discovery; and, a lawsuit by local golfers seeks to stop well-known golf cheat Trump's overhaul of a 100-year-old public golf course in Washington, DC.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where Orbán says the EU and not Russia is Hungary's real threat ahead of its April vote, so of course Rubio stood up Zalenskyy and met with Orban, instead; and, Europeans pushed back at the US over the racist claim they face ‘civilizational erasure.'All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!"I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help." -- Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

Lil Wayne counterprogrammed the Super Bowl Halftime Show with a performance in Clash Royale with better production values than Turning Point USA. It would have been nice to see Mike Love do "Kokomo" at TP USA but it's sadly too globalist and woke. Subscribe to Fortune Kit on Patreon: www.patreon.com/fortunekit Ending song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBcgWQDKJhI Join the Discord: discord.gg/HabqgJf Listen to Charles' new show Trouble in River City: www.patreon.com/TroubleInRiverCity

West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy is Now Open! 8am-9am PT/ 11am-Noon ET for our especially special Daily Special; River City Hash Mondays!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, a Trump appointed federal judge in Atlanta, Georgia ordered the Trump Administration and the FBI to return all and not use any of the over seven hundred boxes of voting material and data seized in a raid under a criminal warrant.Then, on the rest of the menu, the top FBI agent investigating Melissa Hortman's assassination was pulled off the case to file criminal charges against ICE shooting victims; Bad Bunny had a Puerto Rican history scholar on staff for the halftime show; and, Trump's legal team was busted for using a 'false' Law & Order plot to smear E Jean Carroll.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where British police are investigating allegations that former Prince Andrew sent confidential trade reports to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein; and, Iran sentenced Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi to over seven more years in prison on top of the thirteen years she was already charged, after she began a hunger strike.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!"I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help." -- Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy is Now Open! 8am-9am PT/ 11am-Noon ET for our especially special Daily Special; River City Hash Mondays!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, the dark secrets of Putin and Trump are revealed all over the Epstein Files.Then, on the rest of the menu, Bari Weiss' newest CBS News MAHA hire wanted to party with Jefferey Epstein while ignoring his wife's pleas to hurry to the hospital where their dying, infant son was being treated; the ACLU of Oregon and other lawyers issued legal filings against ICE after families with children and elderly Portland residents were tear-gassed without warning over the weekend; and, an explosive whistleblower claim against the Russia-adjacent DNI Tulsi Gabbard, has been 'locked in a safe' by the Trump administration.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where Germany detained five men accused of illegally exporting goods to Russian defense companies; and, China is pissed after the Dalai Lama won a Grammy.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!"I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help." -- Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

Charles and Alex talk RXKNephew, Neil Young, Nathen Mazri, and the Pitchfork paywall. Subscribe to Fortune Kit on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fortunekit Join the Discord: discord.gg/HabqgJf Listen to Charles' new show Trouble in River City: https://www.patreon.com/TroubleInRiverCity

Dodger Trautwein (Branson) and Hop Saunders (Charles) practice arguments that may come up in their real lives. Subscribe to E1 on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/e1podcast Listen to Charles' new show Trouble in River City: https://www.patreon.com/TroubleInRiverCity Join the E1 Discord: http://discord.gg/xTBVk23

From Vegas mega-resorts to St. Louis entertainment weekends, this episode goes behind the scenes with Mike Jerlecki, Vice President and General Manager for Hollywood Casino St. Louis and River City Casino (PENN Entertainment).We talk about what it's really like running a casino operation, how the guest experience is built from the ground up, and what's coming next for sports betting in Missouri.In this episode, we cover:Mike's path through the casino industry, from valet to leadership, and why hospitality is the whole gameWhat's changing in gaming tech, cashless wallets, mobile betting, and responsible gaming controlsThe vision for new sports books at Hollywood and River City, massive screens, full-service food and drinks, and big-game energyHow casinos impact St. Louis beyond entertainment, education funding, jobs, scholarships, and community partnershipsWhy live experiences still win, concerts, UFC, packed sports books, and the social “third space” people craveSupport the show

We continue our series on the three pillars of River City with an explanation of how the gospel is the fuel for service to others. To learn more join us on Noble Street in the heart of Sunny Swissvale!RiverCityPGH.com

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, our NATO allies, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and the United Kingdom, released a joint statement blasting Trump's 25th Amendment-level tariff threats over Greenland.Then, on the rest of the menu, a former Oregon Republican ousted for supporting abortion rights and trans care is running as an Independent; a Trump aide ditched his Daily Beast lawsuit because discovery threatened to reveal administration insiders' secrets; and, MAGA defends the state murder of white woman if they are AWFUL.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where five men face trial in Peru in a rare prosecution over the killing of an Indigenous Amazon leader; and, hackers targeted Iran state TV's satellite transmission to broadcast two clips of exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!"I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help." -- Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

In this episode we sat down with comedian, Scott Whatley, for an incredible conversation. We discussed everything from almost fighting crazy hecklers on stage to why women aren't funny and so much more. He also explained why the comedy scene in Jacksonville is very unique from other big cities and some areas don't fw him. Tons of funny moments and free game in this episode that you don't want to miss. Follow Scott Whatley on social media @scottwhatleycomedySHOP: ogsessions.comPATREON LINK: patreon.com/ogsessionsFOLLOW US:Instagram & X: @ogsessionspodTikTok: @ogsessions

The Music Man was a 1957 Broadway show written by Meredith Willson, a musician from the small Iowa town of Mason City. The popular play (and later movie) featured a con man called Harold Hill who ripped off the naive people of River City, a fictional small town based on Mason City. Nearly seventy years later, Josiah Hesse, another Iowan from Mason City, sees the Music Man narrative replaying itself. As Hesse notes in his autobiographical new book, On Fire For God, today's Harold Hills are the megachurch salesmen who descend on small American towns to rip off the local community with their religious claptrap. "They know how to prey on people's fears," Hesse argues about these evangelical preachers, "how to locate the thing that's changing, that's new, and offer something that hearkens back to another era, a pure era of American wholesomeness." As another observant American midwesterner, Mark Twain, once quipped: "History doesn't repeat itself, but it rhymes."Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

After Sean and Baron reflect on Christmas parties, gift exchanges, and savoring festive moments that go by way to fast, the conversation takes a deeper turn as they address the challenges faced by Christian universities like Biola, dealing with the balancing act between biblical beliefs and societal pressures. They also touch on the influence of different podcasts, the role of parents in guiding their kids' college choices, and maintaining faith in a diverse environment. Sean shares insights on how the church and families can navigate these complexities with grace and conviction.00:00 Introduction and Christmas Greetings00:17 Christmas Celebrations and Staff Party02:35 Christmas Eve at River City03:25 Reflecting on the Year and Favorite Podcasts05:57 Controversy at Biola University08:16 Challenges Facing Christian Universities18:00 Parental Influence on College Choices19:58 Holiday Family Dynamics20:56 Conclusion and Year-End Reflections25:02 Invitation to the Jesus Story

After Sean and Baron reflect on Christmas parties, gift exchanges, and savoring festive moments that go by way to fast, the conversation takes a deeper turn as they address the challenges faced by Christian universities like Biola, dealing with the balancing act between biblical beliefs and societal pressures. They also touch on the influence of different podcasts, the role of parents in guiding their kids' college choices, and maintaining faith in a diverse environment. Sean shares insights on how the church and families can navigate these complexities with grace and conviction.00:00 Introduction and Christmas Greetings00:17 Christmas Celebrations and Staff Party02:35 Christmas Eve at River City03:25 Reflecting on the Year and Favorite Podcasts05:57 Controversy at Biola University08:16 Challenges Facing Christian Universities18:00 Parental Influence on College Choices19:58 Holiday Family Dynamics20:56 Conclusion and Year-End Reflections25:02 Invitation to the Jesus Story