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SkyPilot: Faith QuestIs Dogma Dangerous?We all have dogma — even if we don’t admit it. Today I reveal mine, how I chose them, and why being honest about our dogma may be a more important step in faith than we think. Thanks to Dan McClellan for his channel that gave rise to the topic for this episode! https://www.youtube.com/@UCAAJCQ0FCqRmAEv95SyTfNg His episode on God forming creation "ex nihilo" or "out of nothing" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPSz3U81ybo———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be s...
2025-08-2815 min
Over EngineeredRunning Small Teams w/ Dan Matthews & John Rudolph DrexlerThere's lots of advice out there for running software teams, but much of it comes from large organizations with dozens or hundreds of developers. Smaller teams have different needs. On today's episode, we pick up from a question Dan asked on Bluesky and talk about how best to approach running a small development team.Links:Dan's Bluesky PostThunk
2025-03-281h 34Over EngineeredRunning Small Teams w/ Dan Matthews & John Rudolph DrexlerThere's lots of advice out there for running software teams, but much of it comes from large organizations with dozens or hundreds of developers. Smaller teams have different needs. On today's episode, we pick up from a question Dan asked on Bluesky and talk about how best to approach running a small development team.Links:Dan's Bluesky PostThunk
2025-03-281h 34
Music Production and Mixing Tips Podcast for DIY Producers and Artists | Inside The Mix#181: Can AI Really Revolutionise Music Production? Music Industry Insights and Tips with Dan GiffinIn episode 181 of Inside The Mix, I’m joined by Ableton Live expert and music production mentor Dan Giffin to discuss the key elements that take a producer from hobbyist to professional. We dive into the emotional side of mixing, the power of mentorship, and how evolving technology—including AI—is shaping the future of music creation. Whether you're perfecting your productions or preparing for a live music performance, this episode is packed with valuable insights to elevate your workflow.What You'll Learn:How Ableton Live can be used for live per...
2025-02-1145 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest143- Three Kings - Is that in the Bible?A stray gummy bear, several unfinished kid's books, and three strangers from the east come together to create the theme for this episode. So, are the three kings from the Bible or are they just a story that was added to the narrative of Christ and then embellished down through the ages? The answer might not be as simple as you expect. Special thanks to Cate Matthews for lending her voice to this episode!———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.fa...
2023-01-0416 min
Dan R Matthews - The Connection Between the Spiritual & Physical LawsWhy Does Einstein say, "Imagination is More Important than Knowledge"? by Dan R MatthewsDan R Matthews explains why Albert Einstein said "Imagination Is More Important than Knowledge". Using Your Imagination "the right way" is key to your success.
In Dan R Matthews' study of Neville Goddard's book Awakened Imagination he brings to light the Hidden Messages that Neville intended for us to hear. He also uses his extensive Science background to bring Neville's book to life.
Dan does experiments, demonstrations, and tell stories to make each lesson memorable and impactful.
Are you using your Imagination for what you want or for what you don't want?
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2022-11-0101 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest107 - Dan, Are You An Agnostic?If you believe in God, you are a theist. If you don't believe in God, you are an atheist. And somewhere in between is the land of uncertainty claimed by the agnostics. This podcast explores the true meaning of agnosticism and even dares to ask if I fall into this category.———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg
2022-04-0514 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest97 - Is the DaVinci Code True?Dan Brown's novel is a quick-paced and exciting tale. It tells a story of Jesus having married Mary Magdalene, had children, and then the hidden society that arose to protect the secret of their bloodline. Interestingly, the novel makes this claim in the forward:“All descriptions of artwork, architecture, documents, and secret rituals in this novel are accurate.”It that really true?This episode answers that question.——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFai...
2022-01-2631 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest95 - Can You Lead Me in Prayer?Sometimes prayer is elusive, not because we don't know what to say, but because we cant get out of our won way. Our mind is filled with distracting thoughts or our environment is too busy an we can seem to manage to enter into a prayerful state. This episode is for those times. It is a guided prayer. ——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...
2022-01-1230 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest94 -Why Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh? (Epiphany)Three kings visit the newborn Jesus and present to him three gifts: gold, frankincense, and myrrh. This podcast seeks to answer the questions: Is there special meaning behind each of these gifts and do they have any relevance to us today?——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg
2022-01-0520 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest93 - What Is The Greatest Movie Speech?This episode takes a look at two of the greatest movie speeches of all time. The first seems to be popular with everyone who watches it. The second speech didn't sit quite right with me initially, but now I have come to see it as holding an important truth ——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg
2021-12-1521 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest92 - What is the "Image of God?"If you have ever spent any time studying the Bible, then you are probably aware of the concept that we are made in the image of God; which is surprisingly both well known and little understood.It is stated clearly in Genesis 1:27 and yet most people who are aware of this verse would have a difficult time describing what it means to be "made in the image of God." This episode explores the meaning behind this well know, yet little understood Bible verse.——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zone...
2021-12-0817 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest91 - Advent Is Coming; Should I Be Angry?This episode looks at the season of Advent and ways of observing it that are so important to some Christians that they will become angry if these traditions are changed. ——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg
2021-12-0120 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest90 - What Are You Thankful for?This is an episode designed to help discover how much we have to be thankful for.If you would like me to send you either of the two items mentioned in this podcast, please email me @ Dan@SkyPilot.zone——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg
2021-11-2315 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest89 - Does God Have A Sense of Humor?The question for this episode was submitted by a listener. Obviously, there is no way to definitively answer the question, but the quest promises to be fun, interesting and *hopefully* humorous.——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg
2021-11-1716 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest88 - Are You Willing to Disagree with God?This podcast takes a look at a edict from Kublai Khan regarding gambling to see how it relates to the creation story in the book of Genesis.——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg
2021-11-1018 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest87 - What Was Mark Twain Afraid to Print?Mark Twain was an author, humorist, and a courageous voice of change in a tumultuous time in our nation’s history. With as often as he spoke on the contentious subjects of the day, it would be easy to see him as a man who lived without fear regarding the consequence of his words. But there was one story that he wrote that was considered so potentially incendiary he chose to not publish it for fear of the public’s reaction. This episode is the reading of that story. ——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:
2021-11-0313 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest86 - What Is God Calling You to Do?Miracles are tricky things. They were (and are) the razzle-dazzle that attracted so many people to Jesus. But they also leave many modern readers feeling as if they no longer live in the time of God's wondrous works. This podcast episode takes the story of the healing of Blind Bartimaeus ( Mark 10:46-52) as an opportunity to discover how we might approach these miraculous stories in our modern times. ——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaith...
2021-10-2718 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest85 - Why Do We Boo Our Heroes?A recent sporting even had a most curious thing happen: a player got cheered and then booed by the very same fans without any of the game having been played yet. This podcast episode tell that story, explores the strangeness of this event, and then explains how it reveals us something about human nature and our relationship with God. ——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...
2021-10-2018 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest84 - What's So Wrong with Tolerance?Last week I ended the podcast by saying that tolerance is not our goal. Some of the response to that episode asked this question: "What's wrong with tolerance?" This week we take a look at the word tolerance, what it originally meant, what it means today, and ultimately what might be a better alternative. ——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...
2021-10-1312 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest83- Should You Like Green Eggs and Ham?Have you ever wondered where the writings of Dr Seuss and and Paul's letter to the Roman church intersect? Have you pondered what this intersection may mean to how you are to live your life or how you are to view others? No? Oh well, this episode answers those questions - even if you have never asked them.——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...
2021-10-0618 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest82 - Facebook, Can I Get an “Amen?”Most of us grow up hearing the age-old advice: in social settings, avoid talking about politics and religion. Interestingly, Facebook (a social network) is inundated with both. This episode explores the nature of many of the religious posts on Facebook, and explains why they are so troublesome. ——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg
2021-09-2921 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest81 - What Is The One Focus of True Religion?In 1950, after a friend experienced the death of a family member, Albert Einstein wrote him a letter of condolence and comfort. In the letter, Einstein described a particular singular focus as being the "one issue of true religion”. One can't help but pay attention when Einstein implies that either a religion deals with this particular issue, or it is a false religion. This episode shares the quote, reveals the problems with some of his phrasing, and points out why - all in all - he was more right than wrong.——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: ...
2021-09-2217 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest80 - Avengers vs Ted Lasso, Who Wins?Recently, our daughter suggested I watch the tv show Ted Lasso. After much reminding, I finally watched it and encountered something I hadn’t before. This show is hopeful and makes me feel good. It got me thinking: what is so different about this show? This episode answers that question. ——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg
2021-09-1515 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest79- Did You Learn Anything on Vacation, Dan?Vacations are supposed to be a time of rest and renewal, and – at their best – a time of self-discovery and learning. But sometimes they are little more than times of scheduled activity without any sense of reflection attached. Our most recent vacation was a literal deep dive into rediscovery. I learned an old lesson in a new way.——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...
2021-09-0913 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest78 - Ever Heard of Wa-Tho-Huk?The title of this episode is the opposite of click-bait. We tend to shy away from the unfamiliar - preferring to seek out experiences that are comfortable and familiar, and except to a very few of us, this name is VERY unfamiliar. And yet, Wa-ThooHuk is someone you have very likely heard of...just by another name.This episode tells about his story, ventures into a very famous part of his story, and then includes a not-so-famous detail that is truly inspiring.——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zone
2021-09-0115 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest77 - Who Were the Pharisees?This is the final installment in a three part series # 75 Who Is this Guy? ( the story of Josephus) # 76 What Is So Special about 70? #77 Who Were The Pharisees?For many of us in the Christian faith, we know know two things about the Pharisees:1 - Jesus was critical of them2 - They were all hypocritesOne of these is true, and the other is not. This episode attempts to set the record straight, reveal who the pharisee really were, and point out their remarkable influence on modern day Judaism. ...
2021-08-2614 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest76 - What Is So Special about 70?This is the second in a three part series # 75 Who Is this Guy? ( the story of Josephus) # 76 What Is So Special about 70? #77 Who Were The Pharisees?This episode takes a deeper look at the year 70CE and explains why it is important to scholars when studying Christian scriptures. It also reveals why this date was such a turning point for Judaism and Christianity. ——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest
2021-08-1713 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest75 - Who Is this Guy?This is the first in a three part series: # 75 Who Is this Guy? ( the story of Josephus) # 76 What Is so Special about 70? #77 Who were the Pharisees?One of the most important dates in Judeo-Christian history is 70 AD. The events that occurred that year would dramatically change Judaism forever, and profoundly affect the way we approach Christian biblical scholarship. What we know of those important event comes almost exclusively from a single individual. He is known by most scholars simply as Josephus. This episode tells his strange journey towards becoming the historian who everyo...
2021-08-1217 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest74 - Can Playing the Lottery Make Me Generous?I recently saw a post on Facebook. It expressed the poster's desire to win the lottery and finally be able to make the world a better place. I was struck by this post because I myself have also purchased lottery tickets while quietly made plans to make the world a better place.And so, this episode was born. It asks the question: can winning the lottery really help me become more generous?——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www...
2021-08-0412 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest73 - Who Made Your Lunch?It is easy to be dazzled by spectacle, and the Bible is no different. Jesus can walk on water or restore sight to the blind, and suddenly we find ourselves awestruck - incapable of seeing anything by his really amazing miracle. But, often the spectacle is actually keeping us from seeing a more important lesson within the story. This podcast looks at the miracle of feeding the 5000, attempts to look beyond the obvious, and discover a lesson we might have missed.——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be s...
2021-07-2117 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest72 - Does God Adapt to the Times?The question for this episode was taken from a Reddit group. It caught my attention because it is a question caught between the traditional theological response on one hand, and the observations of everyday believers on the other. Any first-year theology student knows what the answer to this question is supposed to be – if you are following in line with tradition. But as is often the case, the customary answer feels a little too formulaic, and leads me to believe this question is worth a fresh look. ——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zon...
2021-07-1419 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest71 - Where Do Faith and Science Intersect?There are those who believe that science is the enemy of faith, and those in the science community who believe that faith is the very antithesis of their chosen field. I have always loved studying science AND theology, and I don’t see my passion for both as needing to be reconciled, but, rather, that they actually compliment each other.There certainly are differences between the two, but where is the intersection? This episode answers that question.——————————-———————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to ch...
2021-07-0714 min
My Adventures in HomebrewingFruit Beer with Woodshed Brewing Co Dennis PynnHey Folks,
So this week we talk about fruit beers.
Right now during the summer the trends seem to be the light and refreshing beers and not just pilsners, Kölsch, cerveza and other such beers, but light beers that have a interesting twist I'm talking about fruit beer like Berliner Weisse, to Pale Ales with fruit and the list goes on.
So I had one of the members of the brewtubers on the show to talk about all thing fruit beer.
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2021-06-2540 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest70 - How Is God's Love Like a Mexican Restaurant?There are lots of similes and metaphors for the love of God. This podcast offers three: One taken years ago from our son's preschool classroom, another from a retreat I attended in my early ministry, and the third is my favorite (and of course, my own creation). Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan S...
2021-06-2412 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingMy Berliner Wiesse AdventureHi Guys,
So During the summer months I enjoy and nice light beers and my Favourites a Berliner Weisse.
This German Wheat beer offers so much in flavour and uniqueness I thought I would try and make one of my own.
Well the first round was great the second well you can only guess what happened.
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2021-06-1818 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest69 - What Do Parenting a Sassy Teenager, the Crucifixion, and Gay Pride Have in Common?This podcast combines a terrifying passage from scripture, another passage we don't talk about very much (concerning the way Jesus died), and some scripture passages that probably get far too much attention. It is an attempt to deal with the Bible openly, honestly, and reverently, while endeavoring to make sure that everyone is seen as beautiful children of God. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPi...
2021-06-1512 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest68 - What Trait Must A Saint Have?The hymn I Sing a Son of the Saints of God says,"You can meet them in school, or in lanes, or at sea, in church, or in trains, or in shops, or at tea; for the saints of God are just folk like me, and I mean to be one too."But...what makes someone a saint? This episode tells the story of a mentor of mine who exhibited what I believe to be an essential trait of anyone who is trying to live a holy or saint-like life. Ha...
2021-06-0615 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest67 - What Can Gumby Teach Us about Joy?Paul's letter to the Galatians says that God's followers will display the following traits: "love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control." Episodes of this podcast have given a lot of attention to love, but perhaps it is time to take a look at the rest of the list. This episode explores our elusive quest for joy. It looks at why it is so difficult to achieve joy and it gives a surprisingly easy practice for living a more joy-filled life. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Conta...
2021-05-2516 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingNational Homebrew Day with the Canadian Homebrewers Associations Director Kathy Yan LiHey Folks!
So this week we get caught up with Kathy Yan Li director of the Canadian Homebrewers Association and talk about the National Home brew Day on June 5 2021.
If you haven't checked them out you should as they are a wealth of knowledge and you have access to upcoming competitions, clubs , course and much more.
https://canadahomebrews.ca/canadian-homebrew-day/
If you brew on that day use the tags below to show others what you're doing!
#canadianhomebrewday #canadahomebrews
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2021-05-2122 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest66 - What's Up with "Thoughts and Prayers?"We have all heard it said. Until recently, it was a seemingly kind and hopeful thing to say. In recent years, it has been used a lot in response to quite a few national crises. Now it is frequently seen as a meaningless phrase that is filled with the singular intent of doing nothing. This episode looks at the phrase "thoughts and prayers," and seeks to discern if it should be destined for the linguistic scrapheap or is it, perhaps, worth another look? Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?
2021-05-1914 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingCraft Malt with Mississippi Mills Malting CoHi Folks,
So this week I talk with Dean Bowes owner/operator of Mississippi Malting Co!
So making great beer takes time, skill and great ingredients and talking with Dean we learn about this and what its like opening a business during a pandemic.
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2021-05-1443 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest65 - What is Double Predestination?For hundreds of years, Double Predestination has been a theological position held by many notable Christians. John Calvin (1509-1564), the reformer, is the person most often associated with this idea. This episode examines what it is, where it came from, and most importantly, why I think it isn’t true. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Q...
2021-05-1217 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingBrewing is a family affair! Chatting with the Blind Brew Guy (Fred Coleman) and the Norskebrewer ( Freds daughter Melissa)Hey Folks!
What better way to hang out on a nice day than to make a great beer with family. This week we get to get caught up with Fred and his daughter Melissa and see what it's like to brew as a family.
Just a heads up we did have so audio/internet issues so there will be delays in some of the interview.
Secret Beers by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2017 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/55825 Ft: Thespinwires
2021-05-1042 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest64 - Am I a Heretic?The word "Heresy" has been in use in Christianity almost as long as the faith has existed. This podcast explores the meaning of the word, examines how it is similar to the concept of history, and ultimately decides - once and for all - if I am a heretic. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arla...
2021-05-0415 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingBrewery UpdateHI everyone!
So I'm a bit late in getting this out as things have been a bit busy over the last week or so. So this week I giving a update on the Vanilla Bourbon Stout I did and what happen to my brewery during a brew day.
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2021-04-3019 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest63 - Is There an Unforgivable Sin?God forgives sins, but are there any that God won't forgive? If we listen to the words of Jesus from scripture, there is an unforgivable sin. Although the scripture passage is fairly concise in its description, interpreting that passage is not as simple nor as straightforward as we might hope. This episode looks at scripture, tells us what it means, and helps us understand what God hopes will come from it. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sur...
2021-04-2818 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest62 - Can You See the Gorilla? Why do some people see God at work in their lives and the world . . . while others never have any experience in which they become aware of God at work? Is this some sort of measure of our level of faith? No, it is simply a result of a psychological phenomenon called "Inattentional Blindness."This podcast explains what it is, how is was discovered, and offers a simple way to overcome it.SHOW NOTES:Simons & Chabris studyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJG698U2MvoRadiologist study - by T...
2021-04-2214 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingTalking with the guys from the Homebrew Happy HourSo this week I got to talk with two of the guys from the Home-brew Happy Hour Todd and Josh!
These guys are awesome and extremely generous with their time and advice with what they know of making beer and the community.
If you haven't already please check them out and let them know I sent you!
homebrewhappyhour.com
cmbecker.com
www.kegconnection.com
www.patreon.com/HomebrewHappyHour
www.facebook.com/HomebrewHappyHour
www.instagram.com/homebrewhappyhour/
twitter.com/HomebrewHappyHr
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2021-04-1746 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest61 - Was Jesus Wrong? (about giving)Jesus said, "It is more blessed to give than to receive" . . . or did He? No one except Paul ever quotes Jesus as having said this, and Paul never even met the man. So did Jesus say this? AND, if He did say it, did Jesus mean it the way we interpret it? Listen to this episode and find out!Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyP...
2021-04-1413 minSkyPilot: Faith Quest60 - Is Hate Ever Righteous?Given the amount of hate that exists in the world today, it seems to be a fundamental part of the human existence. But, what is the role of hate? Obviously, at times it is a hurtful and destructive force, but are the exceptions? Are there times when hate is actually godly and righteous? This podcast seeks to answer that question. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email: Dan@skypilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilo...
2021-04-0715 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingInterview with Garrett Allen from Progress Your BeerHey Folks,
So this week we will be talking with Garrett Allen from Progress Your Beer about how to make a NEIPA.
Both a professional brewer AND a homebrew enthusiast... and Garrett wants to show you how to make great beer at home. The kind of beer that your friends get excited about when you bring it over (and not that cringe-worthy beer that your buddy brought over last time!).
https://anchor.fm/garrett-allen9
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2021-04-0238 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingTalking with Emily Lovato from Five Star ChemicalsFive Star Chemicals & Supply Inc. is a full-service provider of cleaning, sanitizing and adjunct chemicals for breweries, distilleries, cideries, wineries, and other beverage industries throughout North America and internationally. As a proven leader since 1980, Five Star Chemicals has developed quality products and discovered many unique and innovative patented products. The product line includes a full spectrum of top quality alkaline and acid cleaners and sanitizers in multiple forms. Most known for the development and patenting of P.B.W. (Powder Brewery Wash) – a noncaustic, noncorrosive, environmentally and worker friendly, safe to use, alkaline cleaner that has been found to ou...
2021-03-2444 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingExperimental Brewing ( Kinda) with Drew Beechum and Denny ConnHey Folks,
So I am really excited to get this episode out because of these two guys who are awesome! If you missed the FB and Insta post this week I have Drew Beechum and Denny Conn are on the Show!!!!
If you have ever though about trying something outside of your comfort zone or wanting to try a experiment with your brew day then these are the guys you want to listen/talk to too!!
www.experimentalbrew.com
Facebook: @experimentalbrew
Intagram: @experimentalbrew
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2021-03-191h 01My Adventures in HomebrewingBeer With Mandy / Beer GlassesHey Folks,
So this week we Talk with Mandy Naglich from Beers with Mandy about beer Glasses.
While I feel a glass is meant to get beer from point A to point B there is a bit more to it and some history as well.
While the first drinking container was a wine/water skin things evolved to what we have now with glassware.
So come and join us for a bee or two along the way.
https://vinepair.com/brew-it-yourself/
https://www.goodbeerhunting.com/authors/mandy-naglich
2021-03-1242 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingInterview with Youtuber Sarah Flora"Sarah Flora is a Los Angeles-based homebrewer who wants to be the next Martha Stewart (pre-2004) of brewing. Two years ago, Sarah purchased a homebrew kit as a gift for her husband, but little did she know it would become her new hobby and the start of her next career. Running operations for an art gallery by day, on her days off she's brewing and
documenting every stage while reviewing her brews in the process. Since, she's won numerous awards for her beers, grown an engaged following on Instagram and YouTube, and received press coverage nationwide. As...
2021-02-2156 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingHome brewer stories with Kelli "ONE HOPPED BIATCHSo this week I have the One Hopped Biatch Kelli on the show as we talk and get caught up on her brewing adventure and what's happening in the beer world.
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2021-02-1256 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingBig Beers with Ryan PachmayerSo this week I'll be talking with Ryan Pachmayer .
Ryan has been brewing for about 15 years and is a BJCP certified judge as well as a beer reviewer for Beer and Brewing Magazine.. Ryan has won 5 medals in the last 4 years at the Big Beers Competition in Breckenridge.
He has a new article coming out in Zymurgy in late February on brewing clean beers with kveik yeast
If you have ever thought of making one of these great beer this is the episode to listen to!
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2021-02-0754 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingThe Adventure of the Blind Brew Guy Fred ColemanSo a while back I asked if anyone wanted to talk about the adventure in brewing and Fred was the first one to answer the call
Fred lives Phoenix Arizona area, where he does most of his brewing, but does spend about five months in the summer back at his family cabin in Minnesota. Fred says "I don’t do a lot of brewing there but as of last year a friend and I started brewing up there so I think I’ll increase my brewing activity in Minnesota".
Fred first home brewed with his brother in the late 1980’s. Tha...
2021-01-2940 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingAltbier with Horst DornbuschHorst Dornbusch is a well-known brewer, author, beer judge, and speaker, and the founder of Cerevisia Communications, LLC, a consulting company in the international brewing industry. He has published hundreds of articles, as well as many books, in English and German, for both brewing professionals and beer lovers alike. For Brewers Publications, he has written PROST! The Story of German Beer (1997); Bavarian Helles (2000); and Altbier (1999). In 2010, he published The Ultimate Almanac of World Beer Recipes (Cerevisia Communications), followed by Die Biersorten der BRAUWELT® (Hans Carl, 2014), Beer Styles from around the World (Cerevisia Communications, 2015), Das Große BRAUWELT® Lexikon der Biersorten (Han...
2021-01-2259 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingStarting a garage brewery with Chris SamuelHey Folks,
So this week I talked with Chris Samuel from Evergreen Craft Ales here in Ottawa about how he started out in his garage.
So a lot of home brewers have dreams of going pro, but are not sure how to go about it and Chris actual went and did start a home based brewery out of his garage for 3 years before he open his full scale Craft Brewery.
If you're in Ottawa go and check him out.
https://evergreencraftales.com
https://www.facebook.com/evergreencraftales
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2021-01-1535 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingBrewers Friend with Lorena EvansHey Folks,
Happy New Year!
So I have a special guest, Lorena Evans from Brewers Friend.
She has fermented things for as long as she can remember: flowers for wine, tea for kombucha, fruits for country wine and cider, and vegetables for lacto-fermented pickles or even wine. Fermented hot peppers make a great hot sauce, and hard cider can make a delicious vinegar. From rhubarb wine to blackberry kombucha and, of course, beer, fermented products are a way of life for her. Lorena is a lifetime forager, and her motto is “If it do...
2021-01-0858 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingListeners request :CidersHey Folks ,
this week I got to talk with Jenifer Dean owner operator of the County Cider Co in Wapoos Ontario.
I have had their ciders and they are outstanding! If get a chance check them out
https://www.instagram.com/countycider/?hl=en
https://www.facebook.com/CountyCider/
https://twitter.com/CountyCider
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDTlLGv7ijt1pvuhfYMqBrg
https://untappd.com/CountyCiderCompany
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2020-12-1835 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingGift ideas for the home brewerSo this week we had Chris from High Gravity Supply Co on the show talking beer and some cool gift ideas for the Homebrewers this holiday season.
So go and check chris out at https://www.highgravitysupplyco.com.
https://www.instagram.com/highgravitysupplyco/
https://www.facebook.com/HighGravitySupply/
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2020-12-1146 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingBeer and Food PairingHey Folks,
So on this weeks show we have Matt Petitpas from Ottawa beer events with us to talk about pairing beer with food.
In past I was like what ever there i'll have it, but there is a art to pairing beer with food so they both complement each other.
http://www.ottawabeerevents.ca/
https://www.instagram.com/ottbeerevents/
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2020-12-0430 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingAll together nowHey Folks,
So this week I talked with three great people, Ren Navarro of Beer Diversity, Erica Campbell of The Society of Beer drinking ladies and Steve Beauchesne owner of Beaus All Natural Brewing about inclusivity in our great community of craft beer.
While this is a bit of a heavy topic to talk about, I'feel it needs to be talked about.
So Check these great folks out and let them know I sent you.
https://www.beer-diversity.com
https://ladiesdrinkbeer.com
https://beaus.ca
2020-11-2632 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingWhy Do you BrewWhy do you brew?
Good question and your answer can range from the love of beer, wanting to meet new people and much more.
For me it's been to help my mental health and to be apart of the of a community of brewers to learn how to be better at brewing.
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2020-11-1516 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingKevik with Richard PreissSo this week we talked with Escarpment Labs Co Founder Richard Preiss about Kveik Yeast and what makes them such a unique ingredient to beer making.
This yeast is relatively new to North America and comes from Norway. In the olden days all Norwegian farmers brewed beer from their own grain. The yeast was kept by the farmers themselves between brews. If someone had a brew go sour, or found that the yeast in any way had gone bad or died, they were supplied with new, healthy yeast from a neighboring farm. As the farming was modernized...
2020-11-0723 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingUnder PressureHey Guys,
So this week we will be talking with Brian from Short Circuited Brewers about Pressure fermentation. This something I've been doing lately and have been having great success with so if you want to make a beer and turn it around in a couple days have a listen.
FB - Facebook.com/shortcircuitedbrewers
Instagram - @shortcircuitedbrewer
Twitter - @scbclub
Reddit - shortcircuitedbrewer
Morebeer keg fermenter by Blichmann: https://www.morebeer.com/products/blichmann-cornical-fermenter-full-system.html
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2020-10-3040 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingStarting out brewingHey Folks,
So this week I talked with Kelli from One Hopped Biatch about her brewing and did some Q&A to help her out as she has started home brewing.
She has some great social media on Facebook One Hopped Biatch and on Instagram @onehoppedbiatch
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2020-10-2343 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingAll Things FermentationThis week I had Colter Wilson Of Homebrewing DIY (https://homebrewingdiy.beer) back on the show to talk about fermentation and what we found works, what doesn't tricks and tips
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https://www.instagram.com/homebrewingdiy/
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2020-10-1743 minMy Adventures in Homebrewingbrew Day mistakeSo when I start the show i mention "mistakes along the way" so I goofed on a beer, and I now have a couple of extra steps to do.
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2020-10-1216 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingBrew Day!So It was brew day last week I made a Stout for the first time without breaking the Robobrew;)
I had allot of fun with a live broadcast and will do it again. Lots of cool things coming along the way so let me know what you think of the show and what you want to hear.!
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2020-10-0522 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingIt's all about gravity!! Product review of the tilt hydrometer and the Plaato Hydrometer/airlockHey Folks,
So I'll admit I'm a gadget geek and love new things electronic so I was thrilled to try these things out.
When I first started back into brewing I got the Plaato Airlock and loved it till I killed two of them which led my to get a tilt hydrometer.
Both are very cool and fairly easy to use so let's see what you think.
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2020-09-1125 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingGet on the Funk Train with Sean McVeigh Owner of Small Pony Barrel worksHey Everybody,
So this week we are talking with Sean McVeigh the owner and operator of Canada's Sour Beer only brewery out in the west end of Ottawa.
Sour beers have become a new trend here in Canada over the last couple of years and Sean is one of the best in my opinion. So Come along for the ride on the funk train as we talk sour beer.
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2020-09-0435 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingFlavour and off taste with Crystal LuxmoreHey folks!
So this week we are focusing on taste, flavour and off taste. We have one of the beer sisters on the show this week to talk all thing taste.
Crystal is a qualified BJCP and advanced cicerone .
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2020-08-2831 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingGolf and Beer. Talking with Broken Stick Brewing CompanyThis is pretty cool what could more could you want during the summer. These are two of my favourite things for the summer great beer and golf. This week we talk with Steph and Dave from Broken Stick.
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2020-08-2227 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingHops with Stan HieronymusEver wonder about what hops work with your beer or maybe where the come from. In this episode I'm lucky to have Stan Hieronymus on the show talking all things hops.
If you want to know more check out his website http://www.appellationbeer.com/ or drop him a question via email stan@appellationbeer.com
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2020-08-1431 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingBeer tours and beer loversEver get tired of making beer and just want to sit back and go a long for the ride and see how its done on the pro level? Then a Beer tour is the way to go and Brew Donkey os the company to check out.
This week we have Brad Campeau the owner of Brew donkey on the show talking all things local and beer.
Check them out : https://www.brewdonkey.ca
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2020-08-0731 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingCanadian Home brewers Association Director Kathy Yan LiEver wonder what an association like Canadian Homebrewers does for people like you and me well I get to talk to the director Kathy Yan Li about this and much more.
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2020-07-3126 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingYeast with Richard Preiss from Escarpment LabsEver wonder about yeast? Want to know more about the the culture we add to wort to make beer? Then tune in as I talk with Richard Preiss
Co founder of Escarpment labs as we talk all things yeast.
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2020-07-2433 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingImportance of notes with Brewers FriendTakin notes is one of the most important things you can do as a brewer. This is one of the key things that helps you improve not only as a brewer, but also to help tweak you beer to make it great.
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2020-07-1728 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingBREW DAY BONUS EPISODEHey Folks! So it was brew day this past Saturday and I had my friend from High School over to learn and make a NEIPA.
While we had a lot of fun there were some mis steps along the way. like I said I'm new and I make mistake, but I learn from them and I have taken a great deal from the brew.
So Thanks to Andy for coming out and please leave a comment, question or just say hi by clicking on the leave a voice message link in the description and who...
2020-07-1336 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingThanks and leave feed backThanks for listening everyone!
I've been having a great doing the cast and would love to know what you think.
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2020-07-1200 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingThanks and leave feed backThanks for listening everyone!
I've been having a great doing the cast and would love to know what you think.
So please leave me a rating or comment on your podcast app or you can leave me a message by clicking this link ( https://anchor.fm/dan-matthews2 ) and clicking message.
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2020-07-1200 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingStarting out with the owners of Stray Dog Brewing CompanyEver wonder what its like to start out as a home brewer and maybe turn it into a your dream job.
Well come along for this ride as we talk with Marc Plante and Justine MacNeil, the owners of Stray Dog Brewing Company in the east end of Ottawa.
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2020-07-1034 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingHome brew do and don'ts with Homebrewing DIY Host Colter WilsonThis week we have Homebrewing DIY Podcast Colter Wilson on the show talking about the do's and don'ts on home brewing.
Check out his web site at homebrewingdiy.beer
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2020-07-0333 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingHome Brew Clubs with Ryan PerryNew to Brewing and would like to get more advice and see what the beer scene is like in your area? The you should join a club.
This week our guest in Ryan Perry a member of the Members of Barleyment (MoB) in Ottawa Ontario and we talk about home brew clubs.
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2020-06-2928 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingChoosing the right brewing system with Brian HuntleyToday we have You-tuber Brian Huntley on the show talking about how to choose the right brewing system for you.
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2020-06-2632 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingBooksSo When I started out I found I was reading allot to help me plan my beers out and still use them to help guide me in find what works and what doesn't.
So what are some of your favourite books??
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2020-06-2519 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingIn the beginningSo here is the first, short , episode of My adventures in home brewing.
Today I talk about what it was like starting out and what how much it cold cost starting out as a brewer when you need to buy your gear.
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2020-06-2014 minMy Adventures in HomebrewingWelcome to "My adventures in Home brewing"Thanks for tuning in to my podcast!
I hope to share my adventure in home brewing with you and help new home brewers see that it doesn't need to be a scary undertaking starting out and it can be allot of fun.
So grab a beer , or two, and join me on my adventure in home brewing.
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2020-06-1902 min
The Kids Are All LeftEp10 – Dawn of the Final DayIn the final day before the election, Dan, Naaim, and Alex discuss the end (again) of the Comey investigation, plus they discuss early voting numbers and Melania Trump’s iconic speech, and Naaim makes a bold Bet On It prediction. Plus, not-so-detailed plans for our live election coverage!
2016-11-0800 minThe Kids Are All LeftEp9 – What Goes Around Comeys AroundDan and Alex recap a week of news and polls after James Comey’s letter to congress, then go into two ballot measures from their respective home districts.
2016-11-0600 minThe Kids Are All LeftEp7 – Mad Libs with PaulWe thought it was a slow news week, and yet we still stretched it to a full-length episode. Dan and Naaim talk about Trump’s disastrous night at the Al Smith Dinner, the launch of Trump TV and its possible programming slate. Plus, Paul Ryan’s big gaffe and what kind of chances Trump has in his must-win … Continue reading "Ep7 – Mad Libs with Paul"
2016-10-2500 minThe Kids Are All LeftEp6 – Nasty Women & Bad HombresDan and Naaim get together right after the third debate to discuss Donald Trump’s refusal to say he’ll accept the results of the election, as well as Hillary Clinton’s comments on Putin’s ventriloquism act, Trump being grilled on his comments about women again, and they predict the next Emmy winners! Plus, a controversial “Bet On It” … Continue reading "Ep6 – Nasty Women & Bad Hombres"
2016-10-2000 minThe Kids Are All LeftEp5 – Keys to the Third DebateA slew of news this time as Dan and Naaim discuss some of the fallout of Trump’s harassment claims, the allegations of voter fraud and a look at his supporter’s “policing” polls, as well as the John Podesta e-mail leaks and a look forward to the third debate.
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