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The Casting Faith PodcastOhio Wants Elk Again… and It’s a Bigger Story Than Wildlife | CFP Ep.66Ohio might bring elk back for the first time in nearly 200 years — and at first that sounds incredible.But this story is actually about something much bigger than wildlife.In this episode, we talk about Ohio’s proposed elk reintroduction, why conservation only works when people are involved, and why stewardship isn’t just about money. It’s about your time, your health, your family, and what God trusted you to manage.We also get into real winter life in Northeast Ohio (Lake Erie nearly frozen), classic Ohio behavior in a snowstorm, and one of the hardest truths of fatherho...
2026-02-061h 03
The Casting Faith PodcastWhy “Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff” Is Terrible Advice | CFP Ep.65They say don’t sweat the small stuff. But what if the small stuff is exactly what’s quietly knocking you off course?In this Waders & Wives episode, we unpack how tiny misalignments in marriage, faith, and everyday life compound over time. From early-marriage chaos (yes, a shoe was thrown) to a real offshore fishing story where autopilot drift ruined the entire trip, the point is simple: being “just a little off” for too long will eventually cost you.We talk communication, tone, expectations, parenting moments you don’t want to miss, and why Scripture warns us t...
2026-01-301h 05
The Casting Faith PodcastWinter Blues Are Real: How To Get Out Of A Funk | CFP Ep.64Winter can hit harder than people admit, especially when it’s dark going to work and dark coming home.In this episode, we talk through a practical “reset” for the winter funk: faith, friends, movement, sleep, and getting out of isolation.We also recap our day at the Great Lakes Fishing Expo and why being around outdoors people and real community was exactly what we needed.If you’re in a heavy season, you’re not alone. And if you need extra help, there’s no shame in getting it.PartnersBackbone Coffee (code CASTINGFAITH): backbonecoffee.com/?ref=castingfaith&utm_campaign=aff...
2026-01-231h 11
The Casting Faith PodcastPeople Are Paying Thousands Just to Be Alone | CFP Ep. 63People are paying thousands of dollars just to be alone.Doctors and therapists are prescribing time outside.Silence, wilderness, and solitude are suddenly back in demand.In this episode, Charlie and David are joined by John Miller to talk about why being alone isn’t always a bad thing — and why the wilderness isn’t punishment, but preparation. We look at the growing cultural obsession with silence and outdoor therapy, then trace it back to Scripture, where Jesus, Moses, David, John the Baptist, and Paul were all shaped away from crowds before being used publicly.If you’ve ever felt lik...
2026-01-161h 21
The Casting Faith PodcastLost for Years, Found Again & Why Faith Still Finds You | CFP Ep.62What does it really mean to be lost?This episode starts with real stories of people who disappeared for years and were later found—and follows that thread into a deeper conversation about mystery, wilderness, curiosity, and faith.We talk about why survival stories and legends like Bigfoot stick with us, why humans are drawn to the unknown, and what those stories reveal about our longing to disappear—or to be found.But the heart of this episode is simple:being lost doesn’t mean you’re gone.Through honest conversation and Luke 15, we’re reminded that no matter how far so...
2026-01-0959 min
The Casting Faith PodcastJanuary Pressures Us | Fake Resets, Real Change & Staying Steady | CFP Ep.61January is already wild.Spearfishing walleyes in the Great Lakes.McDonald’s flirting with giant fries again.Everyone acting like January 1st is supposed to fix everything.In this episode, we slow it down and talk about why real change doesn’t come from a calendar flip — it comes from the small, daily choices that actually stick.No “new year, new me” hype.Just real conversation, faith, humor, and perspective for the year ahead.🎙️ Episode 61 of the Casting Faith Podcast👇 Watch or listen now🎧 Spotify & Apple Podcasts: links below☕ Partners: Backbone Coffee | 1st Phorm | Two Clever Fellas00:00 – Cold Open: New Year Chaos00:32 – Jan...
2026-01-021h 09
The Casting Faith PodcastChristmas Traditions Draft, Elf on the Shelf Debates, & Family Chaos | EP 60 | Casting Faith PodChristmas with kids is loud, messy, nostalgic, and somehow the best kind of chaos. 🎄In this Waders & Wives Christmas Special, we’re drafting Christmas traditions, debating Elf on the Shelf, roasting Christmas songs, reliving 90s nostalgia, and talking about how family, faith, and memory-making collide during the holidays — while keeping Christ at the center of it all.This episode is perfect for Christmas Eve drives, wrapping gifts, late-night cleanups, or just slowing down for a minute during a busy season.• Christmas traditions (old vs new)• Parenting chaos & “core memories”• Elf on the Shelf — overr...
2025-12-241h 25
The Casting Faith Podcast3D-Printed Chicken, Netflix Buys Our Childhood, & Tiny Mario Kart Trucks | EP 59Nothing feels real anymore.Campbell Soup execs are talking “3D-printed chicken,” McDonald’s pickles are thicker than the patties, Netflix is trying to buy our entire childhood, TikTok says this winter will break records… and now raccoons are practically asking for a rent agreement.This episode is funny, weird, and then lands right where it matters: how to build real discernment and walk with God in a world full of fakes.If you enjoy the mix of humor, outdoors culture, weird news, and real faith—this is your episode.WATCH THE FULL EPISODE:EP 59 | What’s Real Anymore? 3D Chicken, McD...
2025-12-191h 14
The Casting Faith PodcastSkull Surgery Cancelled, Tumor Gone & Christmas Hope | Ep.58 — Casting Faith w/ Pastor Ken BulgrinIf you're heading into the holiday season needing hope, this episode is for you. Pastor Ken Bulgrin shares two powerful miracles from his life—his newborn son facing skull surgery that never happened, and the tumors in his own neck that disappeared after a simple Bible study night. These moments shaped him, shaped our church, and remind us that God still moves when life feels impossible.We talk honestly about walking through hard seasons, finding real joy instead of the artificial kind, why God sometimes allows trials, and how to keep Jesus at the center of Christmas. This one is...
2025-12-121h 03
The Casting Faith PodcastOtter Attacks, Angry Geese & a Rogue Comet | Finding Peace in the Chaos| CFP Ep.57Holiday traffic is insane, otters are forming gangs, geese are acting like bouncers, and space might be glitching. In this episode we talk animal attacks, a rogue “comet” the size of Manhattan, and how to actually find peace when life feels loud and chaotic.All of it lands in one place: “Be still and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10)In this episode:Turkey vs goose: who actually wins that fight? 🦃 vs 🦢Deer, coyotes, bobcats and a possible bear behind the churchOtter “mafia” jumps a jogger in SingaporeJapanese bears raiding towns like Black Friday shoppersThe strange 3I Atlas space object and its dis...
2025-12-0558 min
The Casting Faith PodcastThe Possum, The Blizzard & The River That Almost Took Us | CFP Ep.56Garage chaos… a giant possum eating pears… a steelhead trip in a full blizzard… and a river crossing that went from normal to dangerous in about three seconds.This one starts funny and gets real fast.We talk Thanksgiving week, wild fishing stories, garage wildlife, faith, brotherhood, and the moment Charlie realized he wasn’t getting across that river alone.If you’ve ever felt like life’s current picked up out of nowhere — this episode is for you.🎣 Cast faith in everyday life.New episodes every Friday.TIMESTAMPS0:00 Cold Open0:31 Welcome Back1:10 “Have a Day” Gas Station Story7:00 Thanksgiving Week Pla...
2025-11-281h 09
The Casting Faith PodcastHoliday Laughs, Marriage Chaos & A Moment That Got Real | Waders & Wives 2 | CFP | EP.55The holidays bring the laughs, the chaos, and those moments that hit a little deeper. This week on Waders & Wives, we bounce between marriage quirks, spilled coffee disasters (RIP Brittney’s laptop), Thanksgiving food hot takes, Grandpa Joe slander, moon-landing debates, backyard science, childhood memories, grief, faith, and the weird heaviness November brings.If the holidays bring joy, stress, or a mix of both — you’re in good company here. Pull up a chair at the campfire.🔥Partners@backbonecoffeeco — 15% off with code castingfaith@twocleverfellas_oh — Junk removal, moving, holiday lights • 330-283-8000@1stPhorm — Creat...
2025-11-211h 30
The Casting Faith PodcastWe’re Holding Our Own | The Edmund Fitzgerald, Faith & Patience in the Storm | CFP | EP.54“We’re holding our own.”That’s what the captain of the Edmund Fitzgerald said before the ship vanished beneath Lake Superior.Fifty years later, that line still hits — because faith doesn’t always calm the storm. Sometimes it just helps you stand in it.This week, Charlie dives into one of the most famous shipwrecks in American history and what it teaches about patience, endurance, and trusting God when everything’s falling apart.Plus: monkeys, mosquitoes, Baja Blast pie, and Thanksgiving chaos. Yeah… storms look different in 2025.In this episode:⚓ The real story of the Edmund Fitzgerald — told NAB-style📖 “Patience...
2025-11-141h 31
The Casting Faith PodcastRunaway Monkeys, “Space Object” Hype, and How Not to Get Fooled | CFP | EP.53Hold onto your rods. This week we react to the viral “runaway lab monkeys” story and the internet’s latest space-object frenzy, then zoom out to what the Bible says about deception and discernment. No doom. No fear. Just a real conversation about how to keep your head clear in a noisy world.We also celebrate crossing 2,000 YouTube subscribers, share fishing updates, and shout out the new Backbone Coffee “Harvest Moon” blend. Stick around for Overrated/Underrated and a practical “Last Cast” on prayer and fasting.Timestamps0:00 Cold open1:06 Welcome back + 2K subs8:02 Runaway lab monkeys20:58 Why stories go viral so fast3...
2025-11-071h 32
LUNCH! with ShelleyOptimistic and Changing the World – so OPTIMISTICWelcome to the latest episode of Lunch with Shelley with our most world-famous guest to date – the Right Honorable Liz Truss! Liz Truss is the former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and Leader of the Conservative Party. Her political career and ideological outlook have had and continue to have a profound impact on contemporary British Conservatism and the western world. Liz Truss was first elected Member of Parliament for Southwest Norfolk and quickly rose through the ranks, holding ministerial posts under David Cameron, Theresa May, and Boris Johnson. Throughout her political career, she...
2025-11-0655 min
The Casting Faith PodcastThey Dropped Mosquitoes From Planes?! | When Truth Breaks Through | CFP | EP.52In 1955, the U.S. Army released 300,000 mosquitoes over Georgia in a real-world experiment called Operation Big Buzz.Charlie and Sean unpack that story and another forgotten study, Project Sunshine, connecting both to Isaiah 55–58 — where God shows that fake light fades, but truth always breaks through. 💡Sean also opens up about his son’s battle with encephalitis after a mosquito bite and how that season deepened his faith and focus on what truly matters.🎣 In This Episode:• The wild truth behind Operation Big Buzz & Project Sunshine• Why “fake light” can’t last (Isaiah 55–58)• Sean’s story of hea...
2025-10-311h 09
The Casting Faith PodcastWhen Fear Knocks, Faith Answers | Charles Robinette | CFP | EP.51When fear knocks, faith answers. 💥International evangelist Charles Robinette joins The Casting Faith Podcast for a powerful conversation about prayer, courage, and revival. From moments of fear to miracles around the world, this episode reminds us that there’s still power in the name of Jesus—and that faith changes everything.🎧 Featured Books This Week:Radically Apostolic – by Charles G. RobinetteA deep dive into living fully in Apostolic faith and walking boldly in God’s call.Kingdom Confidence – by Brienna G. RobinetteLearn to walk boldly in your Kingdom authority and trust God in every a...
2025-10-241h 07
The Casting Faith Podcast10,000 Soldiers Vanished?! | Why God Said “It’s Not Good for Man to Be Alone” | Casting Faith Ep. 50 (ft. John Miller)10,000 Soldiers Vanished?! | Why God Said “It’s Not Good for Man to Be Alone”🧠 10,000 Roman soldiers vanished without a trace.What if the mystery of the lost Roman legion wasn’t just history… but a mirror of what’s happening today?In this week’s episode, Charlie and special guest host John Miller unpack one of history’s strangest disappearances — 10,000 elite Roman soldiers who may have marched all the way to China and never came home.But this episode isn’t just about mystery — it’s about isolation, brotherhood, and God’s design for community.God...
2025-10-171h 22
The Casting Faith PodcastWaders & Wives: The Dead Cat Story, Marriage, & Why Fast Food Fails | CFP Ep.49🎣 Waders & Wives: The Dead Cat Story, Marriage, & Faith in Real Life | CFP Ep.49Who knew you can’t put a dead cat in a trash can? 💀This week, the Casting Faith crew brings their wives into the studio for an episode packed with laughs, marriage stories, and faith that meets real life.From sourdough disasters to why the wives stopped fishing, it’s raw, funny, and full of heart.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or YouTube.Sponsors:💪 1st Phorm → 1stphorm.com/castingfaith☕ Backbone Coffee → backbonecoffee.com/?ref=castingfaith🚚 Two Clever Fellas...
2025-10-101h 11
The Casting Faith PodcastMustard Seed Faith Can Move Mountains?! Strange Signs & Panama Meteorite | CFP Ep.48🌎 The world feels crazy — domes in the ocean, stones that move on their own, even a viral Panama meteorite. But faith, even the size of a mustard seed, can change everything.In this episode:🏆 Sweatember champ revealed🎉 Giveaway winner announced🌊 Strange signs — domes, stones & viral meteors🌱 Bible Word — Mustard seed faith that takes root🎙️ Episode 48 of The Casting Faith Podcast — dropping laughs, stories, and faith you can carry into everyday life.💪 1stPhorm → 1stphorm.com/castingfaith☕ Backbone Coffee → backbonecoffee.com🚚 Two Clever Fellas (Christmas lights, junk removal, moving) → twocleverfellasoh.com👕 Merch → casting...
2025-10-031h 04
The Casting Faith PodcastEP.47 – ATM Fish Bandit, Coke’s Secret Vault & Battlefield RecapThis week, Charlie and David dive into one of the wildest headlines yet: a 17-year-old duct-taping fish to ATMs 🐟💸. We also talk about Coca-Cola’s top-secret vault (one of only nine places on earth you can’t go) 🥤🔒, and recap everything from Battlefield Student Weekend ⚡. Plus, a word on what it means to live bold and stand strong in what you believe.🎧 New episodes every week → YouTube, Spotify & Apple.☕ Backbone Coffee – fuel your mornings💪 1st Phorm – supplements that actually work🎄 Two Clever Fellas – Christmas lights, junk removal & moving made easy👕 Casting Faith Merch – grab your gear & support the sho...
2025-09-261h 12
The Casting Faith PodcastPumpkin Spice Tastes Like Hotdog Water?! Blood Moons & Giants in Ohio | CFP Ep.46Ohio had a Blood Moon 🌕, Starbucks Pumpkin Spice tastes like hotdog water 🤢, and some say giants are buried under the Serpent Mound 🐍💀. Charlie & David dive into the chaos: end-times signs, giants in the Bible vs. Ohio legends, and why pumpkin spice went from undefeated to Ball Park Frank latte. Plus a 90s nostalgia Overrated/Underrated game 🍂 and a Bible lesson on how to live ready — because giants existed, signs will come, but God’s promises don’t change.✨ Sponsors:☕ Backbone Coffee – Fuel your day. Fuel the pod.🚛 Two Clever Fellas – Need junk removed or help moving? Call Marcus directly: 330-28...
2025-09-191h 07
The Casting Faith PodcastOut of Season Faith ⏳ Skunked Steelhead & Survival | CFP Ep.45What happens when you chase something in the wrong season? 🎣 Charlie hit the Grand River for steelhead… and got completely skunked. But sometimes God lets us wait — because faith out of season is still faith in progress.In this episode of The Casting Faith Podcast, Charlie and David break down what it means to live ready:⚡ The man who survived 14 months lost at sea⚡ Why Israel’s shortcut would’ve destroyed their faith⚡ Out of season = not wasted, but preparation for the promise⚡ Sweat-tember belt trash talk + 90s nostalgia (WWJD bracelets, Discman skips)📖 Scripture sa...
2025-09-121h 12
The Casting Faith PodcastDid Fruit of the Loom Ever Have a Cornucopia?! Mandela Effect Madness | Casting Faith Ep.44What if everything you remember… is wrong? 🤯 From Sinbad’s genie movie to Fruit of the Loom’s missing cornucopia, Charlie and David dive headfirst into the wild world of the Mandela Effect. Are these just faulty memories, or is something deeper going on?In this episode of The Casting Faith Podcast, we break down viral examples of mass misremembering — and connect it back to what Scripture says about truth, deception, and not being led astray in the last days.Along the way we talk:🍇 The Fruit of the Loom cornucopia that never was🧞 Sinbad’s...
2025-09-051h 06
The Casting Faith PodcastRadioactive Shrimp?! Cracker Barrel Riots & The Sweattember Challenge | Casting Faith Ep.43What happens when Walmart sells radioactive shrimp… Cracker Barrel redesigns their logo… and your podcast launches a fitness challenge scarier than glowing seafood? 🤯In this episode of The Casting Faith Podcast, Charlie and David dive into three viral stories shaking up the internet — and connect it all back to a challenge that could change your body and your faith: Sweattember.Along the way we talk:🦐 FDA recalls Great Value shrimp for radiation (yep, really)🥞 Cracker Barrel chaos and Grandma’s peg-game riot🪱 Double D’s Plaza selling “glowing” nightcrawlers💪 The launch of Sweattember — sweat daily...
2025-08-291h 25
The Casting Faith PodcastFrom Chicken Nuggets to Record Bass | Viral Fishing & Faith Stories – CFP #42This is the story of a Chicken McNugget turning into a record-breaking bass catch in Texas — and how faith, family, and fun anchor us through it all. This week, we break down wild fishing stories, including John’s bowfin with teeth, and share laughs, faith, and messy moments you’ll relate to.🎣 In This Episode:• A Texas angler lands a 7-lb largemouth bass on a Chicken McNugget• John hauls in a bowfin “older than David’s beard”… with teeth• Why the craziest stories often point us back to the deeper stuff• Faith, fishing, and everyday grace around...
2025-08-221h 33
The Casting Faith PodcastFrom Skeptic to Spirit-Filled | Brian Rentsch’s Powerful Testimony – CFP #43This is the story of how God can take a life in the middle of change and turn it into a testimony of faith, family, and leadership.In this episode, Brother Brian Rentsch—FAC Tallmadge Men’s Director—shares his journey from visiting church for the first time to being baptized, filled with the Holy Ghost, and leading others. We talk about conviction moments, parenting, building a godly home, and the value of consistency. Along the way, you’ll also hear the hilarious “church fire” story that happened early in Charlie’s life at FAC.🎣 In This Episode:
2025-08-151h 32
The Casting Faith PodcastFrom Junk to Jesus – Two Clever Fellas with Marcus Richardson | CFP 40What happens when you hit rock bottom… and God still has a plan for your life?In this episode of The Casting Faith Podcast, Charlie and Sean sit down with Marcus Richardson, owner of Two Clever Fellas — an Ohio-based junk removal, moving, and Christmas light installation company. Marcus shares his powerful testimony of growing up in church, walking away, and how God brought him back stronger than ever — restoring his faith, family, and future.Along the way we talk:🚛 U-Hauls and Cleveland tornadoes🤼♂️ WWE-style co-host chaos🔥 Building a business from the ground up💪 Faith, manh...
2025-08-081h 23
The Casting Faith PodcastHacking the Sky?! Dire-Wolf Pups, Mammoth BBQ & Bass-Boat Fails | CFP #39 w/ David Hymes & Justin SmallDescriptionDid we really MAKE it rain and CLONE dire-wolf pups? Buckle up for cloud-seeding secrets, Mountain Dew “coincidences,” mammoth-steak debates, and bass-boat fiascos—all wrapped in clean comedy and solid faith. Smash Subscribe/Follow, then drop your craziest weather story below for a shout-out in Ep 40!Fuel & Gear Backbone Coffee → https://backbonecoffee.com/?ref=castingfaith&utm_campaign=affiliate_promotions&utm_medium=social&utm_source=affiliate 1st Phorm supplements → https://1stphorm.com/castingfaith Two Clever Fellas (NE Ohio junk removal) → 330-283-8000 (mention CFP for 20 % off) Casting Faith Merch → https://castingfaithpodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/#CastingFaith...
2025-07-311h 21
The Casting Faith PodcastHis Wife Got Bit by WHAT?! | Youth Congress, Fishing Fails & Faith in the Grind – CFP #38This one’s wild — mystery bites, ER visits, fishing tournament fails, and 35,000 Apostolic teens at Youth Congress.Charlie’s wife ends up in urgent care after a bite no one saw coming Sean’s sonar can’t save him from another fishing flop And both guys wrestle with ministry pressure, calling, and perspective after a chaotic week.Also in this episode: Overrated/Underrated: Bible Movie Adaptations Would You Rather: Tick bite or Recluse?! House of David Bible series review Cameo from Marcus @Two Clever FellowsIt’s raw, real, and rooted in f...
2025-07-251h 23
The Casting Faith Podcast"From Combat Boots to Calling: Airman Troy Brown on Military Life, Faith & Finding Home | CFP #37"In this powerful episode of The Casting Faith Podcast, we sit down with Air Force veteran Troy Brown as he shares his inspiring journey from the disciplined world of military service to discovering deeper faith, fatherhood, and community. Troy opens up about life overseas, raising a family in today’s chaotic world, finding spiritual renewal, and the moment he truly felt “home.”You’ll laugh, reflect, and maybe even shed a tear as we talk about:Life in the military and lessons from overseas service What it means to be a godly husband and father
2025-07-181h 17
The Game Design Round TableSeason: RPG - Serious Games Pt.2Host Kathryn Hymes (@katehymes, thornygames.com) is joined by renowned designers Jason Morningstar (bullypulpitgames.com) and Randy Lubin (@randylubin, randylubin.com) to explore the world of "serious games"—games designed for education, training, and social impact. They share unique game experiences, discuss the challenges of designing beyond entertainment, and debate the usefulness of the "serious games" label.
2025-07-1526 min
The Casting Faith PodcastFrom Panic Attacks to Peace?! Marine Craig Bulgrin on Anxiety, Faith & Finding Truth | CFP #36🎙️ In Episode 36 of The Casting Faith Podcast, we sit down with two close friends and veterans — Craig Bulgrin (U.S. Marine Corps) and Troy Brown (U.S. Air Force) — for a powerful, funny, and deeply personal episode.You’ll hear Craig’s raw testimony about battling crippling anxiety, confronting spiritual emptiness, and finding lasting peace through the Holy Ghost. From yelling at God in desperation to receiving true deliverance — this is a story of real pain, real faith, and real transformation.🎯 If you’ve ever struggled with anxiety, questioned your faith, or wondered if healing is possible — this o...
2025-07-111h 12The Game Design Round TableSeason: RPG - Serious Games Pt.1Host Kathryn Hymes (@katehymes, thornygames.com) is joined by renowned designers Jason Morningstar (bullypulpitgames.com) and Randy Lubin (@randylubin, randylubin.com) to explore the world of "serious games"—games designed for education, training, and social impact. They share unique game experiences, discuss the challenges of designing beyond entertainment, and debate the usefulness of the "serious games" label.
2025-07-0847 min
The Casting Faith PodcastFireworks, Freedom, and Fish That Got Away | The Casting Faith Podcast Ep. 35It’s America’s birthday, and we’re lighting up more than fireworks Charlie’s fresh off two wild weeks as a dorm dad at Ohio Youth Camps (brace yourself for Axe body spray stories), while Sean’s been chasing bass, dodging storms, and dealing with boats that literally caught on fire. But in the middle of the chaos—we found a win: Congress pulled a bill that would’ve sold off YOUR public lands! In this explosive 4th of July episode, we break down:Firework fails that made the news Bizarre July 4th l...
2025-07-041h 23
The Casting Faith PodcastWorms in the Fillet?! Parasites, Screen Detox & a Soul Cleanse You Didn’t See Coming | CFP #34Charlie and Sean dive into one of the grossest—and most eye-opening—topics yet:parasites. Not just the kind hiding in your fish… but the ones feeding off your soul.In this episode of The Casting Faith Podcast, you’ll hear:A real story about finding worms inside a filletWhy many countries deworm their population—but America doesn’tThe hidden spiritual parasites: distractions, addictions, and screen overloadWhy we all need a detox: physically, digitally, and spirituallyPlus: the Whopper Plopper story, and a creekside me...
2025-06-271h 00
The Casting Faith PodcastThe AI Tower of Babel, The Land Grab & What They’re Not Telling Us – Charlie & Sean | CFP #33What if your favorite fishing spot just vanished?And what if AI was given 10 years of total freedom — no oversight, no restrictions, just billions of dollars and a blank check?In this episode, Charlie and Sean go deep into the wildest headlines and spiritual truths that feel way too real to ignore.Inside this episode:🏞️ The “Big Beautiful Bill” that could sell off 2–3 million acres of public land🤖 AI tools like Google Veo V3 making deepfakes almost indistinguishable from real life🎸 Faked worship track...
2025-06-201h 15
The Casting Faith PodcastThe AI Tower of Babel, The Land Grab & What They’re Not Telling Us – Charlie & Sean | CFP #33.What if your favorite fishing spot just vanished?And what if AI was given 10 years of total freedom ... no oversight, no restrictions, just billions of dollars and a blank check?In this episode, Charlie and Sean go deep into the wildest headlines and spiritual truths that feel way too real to ignore.Inside this episode: The “Big Beautiful Bill” that could sell off 2–3 million acres of public land AI tools like Google Veo V3 making deepfakes almost indistinguishable from real life Faked worship tracks, pretend guitar solos, and the scary future of AI in m...
2025-06-201h 15
The Casting Faith PodcastWhen the Wind Leads and the Bass Bites | Reel Talk - CFP #32This week on The Casting Faith Podcast, we’re letting the wind—and the Spirit—lead. Charlie tells the story of how a windy kayak trip turned into a 17-inch bass and a deep Bible lesson on trusting God's direction. We debate gas vs. electric boats, Tesla’s potential boat takeover, and honor Outdoor Boys' Luke Nichols for stepping away from 12 million subs to reconnect with what matters. Plus:A tribute to Phil Robertson Reel of the Week: AI-generated Bible stories Overrated/Underrated: Kayak vs. Bass Boat EditionAnd viral f...
2025-06-131h 32
The Casting Faith Podcast120 Campers vs. Dorm Dads?! Nick Roberts on Camp Life, Cold Plunges & the Call of God | CFP #31What happens when 120 campers, zero sleep, and one legendary dorm dad come together?Ohio Youth Leader Nick Roberts joins us to share wild stories from the dorms, deep moments at the altar, and the power of encouragement in a world that desperately needs it. We talk camp pranks (shoutout to Hustler Kid), cold plunges, spiritual discipline, and how to keep saying yes to God—even when the calling isn’t clear.This one’s packed with:Cold plunges, protein, and dorm-room devotions ❄️💪3...
2025-06-061h 15
The Casting Faith PodcastChaos, Car Trouble & God’s Purpose – When Life Derails but Faith Prevails | Ep. 30What do you do when everything goes wrong in one weekend?In Episode 30 of The Casting Faith Podcast, Charlie and Sean are back with stories of car trouble, migraines, rental cars, Easter drama, and a conference comeback — and somehow, God still moved through it all. Charlie’s car dies right before Easter — and he still has to play Doubting Thomas at church Sean returns to his childhood church to play drums at a major conference while battling pressure and migraines Chewy’s, Steak ’n Shake, and a rental car situation nobody saw coming Mini...
2025-05-301h 19
The Casting Faith Podcast“Faith, Fitness, and Fatherhood: Building Strength That Lasts | Ep. 29 ft. The Fit Preacher”Episode 29 of The Casting Faith Podcast, we’re joined again by Fred Parrott — The Fit Preacher — for a raw and powerful conversation on balancing faith, fitness, and fatherhood. Fred opens up about his spiritual journey, what led him to ministry, how physical discipline strengthens spiritual calling, and how to lead your family with intention.We talk candidly about staying consistent through exhaustion, showing up even when it’s hard, and how obedience to God's mission often requires real-life sacrifice. From Steak 'n Shake regrets to the power of magnesium and spiritual discipline, this episode is full...
2025-05-231h 18
The Casting Faith PodcastThe Miller Twins UNLEASHED?! Brothers Born for Adversity, Faith-Fueled Laughter | CFP #28What happens when two hilarious brothers with matching DNA and matching lawnmowers take over The Casting Faith Podcast? Total chaos—in the best way. In Episode 28, Charlie and Sean sit down with The Miller Twins to talk about brotherhood, growing up side-by-side, wild family stories, and how family can be a source of growth, sharpening, and spiritual accountability.From heated lawncare competitions to ministry moments that matter, this episode is packed with laughs, truth, and heartfelt reminders of the power of family.🧢 Support Our Hub & Sponsors:💪 Supplements & Nutritio...
2025-05-161h 27
The Casting Faith PodcastFaith, Fitness & The Fit Preacher – Fred Parrott | CFP #27In Episode 27 of The Casting Faith Podcast, we’re joined by Fred Parrott—UPCI minister, author, fitness coach, and founder of The Fit Preacher and Humble Lion Apparel. Fred shares his powerful testimony and dives deep into how discipline, fitness, and spiritual consistency go hand-in-hand.We talk real-life struggles, building good habits, the importance of physical health in showing up for your family, and how God can use your routine as a ministry. Whether you’re chasing gains or chasing God's calling—this episode is for you.🎣 Don’t miss this raw...
2025-05-091h 18
The Casting Faith PodcastCravings, CWD & Consuming What Kills You – John Miller | CFP #26In Episode 26 of The Casting Faith Podcast, Charlie, Sean, and returning guest John Miller dive deep into some wild territory — from chronic wasting disease (CWD) in deer, to lab-grown meat, to traumatic snack stories from church camp. 🍬🦌It's hilarious, yes — but there's also a spiritual punch: what you consume matters.The guys unpack Numbers 11 and challenge listeners to consider how cravings (physical and spiritual) shape our lives and decisions.🎯 From funny food fails to powerful biblical insights — this one’s a ride!🔗 Links & Resources:
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The Casting Faith PodcastThey Buried Fish in the Woods?! Viral Fishing Fails, $100K Honesty & Walleye Scandals (ft. John Miller) | Ep. 25Would you confess to a fishing mistake that could cost you $100,000?In this absolutely wild episode, Charlie and Sean are joined by special guest John Miller to dive into some of the craziest true stories from the outdoor world—plus the biblical truth behind what it means to walk in integrity.We talk: The guys who buried fish in the woods after illegal spearfishing (yes, really) The viral walleye cheating scandal that shook the tournament world Pro angler Drew Benton's legendary act of honesty that cost him big Hunti...
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The Casting Faith PodcastThe Ark, The Shroud & The Secrets They’re Not Telling Us – David Hymes | CFP #24What do the Ark of the Covenant, the Shroud of Turin, and recent space missions have in common? In this episode, Charlie, Sean, and special guest David Hymes dive into some of the most intriguing mysteries, from biblical artifacts to the secrets NASA might not be sharing. 🚀📜We’re talking:The Ark of the Covenant: Is it hidden, or just a legend? What’s the truth behind its mystery? 🔍The Shroud of Turin: The evidence, the tests, and the biggest questions surrounding this ancient cloth. 👕Recent Space Missions: The astronauts’ strange encounters and wha...
2025-04-181h 15
The Casting Faith PodcastCrashing Choppers, Buried Cities & Booms in the Night -David Hymes| CFP #23A helicopter crashes into a lake with a forgotten town beneath it. Military tunnels stretch for miles under Ohio. Booms shake houses in the night—and no one knows why. In this episode of The Casting Faith Podcast, Charlie, Sean, and David Hymes dive into the strange local history of Mogadore Reservoir and the Ravenna Arsenal. From weird lights to underwater structures, we explore the mysteries—and how faith keeps us grounded when things don’t make sense.
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The Casting Faith PodcastLost Oceans, Woolly Mammoths & The Attention War | CFP#22Scientists are bringing back the woolly mammoth—and now a woolly mouse?! 🐘 Meanwhile, 95% of our oceans remain unexplored. What’s REALLY down there? 🌊 Charlie & Sean go head-to-head on their first cars, favorite TV shows, and who’s REALLY paying attention. One zones out mid-story, gets called out, and claps back in hilarious fashion. Don’t miss this mix of faith, fishing, and fun! 🎣😂🎧 New episode drops Friday! Hit play and join the conversation.#CastingFaithPodcast #FaithAndFishing #ChristianPodcasts #OceanMysteries #WoollyMammoth #1stPhormOutdoors #IAm1stPhorm #SteelheadFishing #PodcastLife #DeepSeaMysteries #OutdoorFaith #ReelTalk
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The Casting Faith PodcastFear is LYING to You! Snake Island, Jesus as Boss & Overcoming Chaos | CFP #21 FEAR is a liar. But this week on The Casting Faith Podcast, we’re calling it out! Charlie and Sean dive into how fear tries to control us and how we can fight back with faith. The INSANE reality of Snake Island – A real-life island overrun with venomous snakes! Jesus is the Boss of the Dinosaurs – Adam Shaw’s powerful sermon will change how you view chaos and control. Romans 3:4 – Fear is LYING to you! How to trust God’s truth when fear wants to take over. Overrated/Underrated: Fear Edition – Skydiving, scary movies, and fear of failure… we’ve got opi...
2025-03-281h 09
The Casting Faith PodcastRecord-Breaking 4.3lb Crappie?! Sean’s BIG Boat Upgrade & Spring Fishing Secrets | CFP #20 Did this crappie just break records?! Spring is here, and The Casting Faith Podcast is back with a game-changing episode! In Episode 20, we’re talking about: A record-breaking 4.3lb crappie—Is this the biggest crappie ever caught?! Sean’s BIG boat upgrade—Why he’s leaving the steelhead behind and gearing up for new waters! Spring Fishing Secrets—Tips & tricks to land your biggest catch this season! Faith & Fresh Starts—How spring reminds us that God makes all things new. PLUS—we’re reacting to hilarious viral fishing fails, debating Overrated vs...
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The Casting Faith PodcastFaith, The Outdoors & Podcasting Success with Pete Rogers | CFP #19 Can the great outdoors bring you closer to God? In this episode, we sit down with @Pete_Rogers_Outdoors, host of Christian Outdoors Podcast, to talk about faith, adventure, and the power of storytelling in the outdoor space! In this episode: How Pete built a successful faith-based outdoor podcast Why nature is the perfect place to connect with God The secrets to growing an engaging podcast in the outdoor niche PLUS—Charlie gets roasted in a hilarious turkey hunting debate! Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & YouTube! Let us know your favorit...
2025-03-1458 min
The Casting Faith PodcastSwallowed by a Whale?! The Real-Life Jonah Story, 90s Nostalgia | Justin Small | CFP #18 A man gets SWALLOWED by a whale… and LIVES?! Sounds straight out of the Bible, but it’s REAL. Miracle or mind-blowing coincidence? In this episode, Justin Small joins us again for a wild ride through: Skydiving 25,000 feet… with NO parachute?! How did he survive? Jonah’s whale encounter—was it punishment or preparation? N64, Blockbuster nights & the best 90s kid memories! Overrated vs. Underrated: Are modern miracles overlooked? Was the whale story a divine intervention or just insane luck? Drop your thoughts! Hit play now for faith, fun & mind-blo...
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The Casting Faith PodcastAI vs. The Holy Spirit: Can Artificial Intelligence Be Anointed? | Justin Small | CFP #17🚀 AI is changing everything… but should it change the church? 🤯In this episode of The Casting Faith Podcast, we tackle one of the biggest debates in faith and technology—Can AI be anointed? From AI-generated sermons, deepfake pastors, and even AI Confession Booths, is the church embracing innovation or replacing the Holy Spirit with algorithms?🔥 Special Guest: Justin Small – IT Director at FAC Tallmadge & IT consultant, who implemented an AI translator in church… and it picked up someone speaking in tongues. 🤯 (What happened next? You won’t believe it.)🎣 Plus, we’re roasting Justin’s kayak fails, fishi...
2025-02-281h 22
The Casting Faith PodcastCaught, Not Taught: Outreach and Evangelism | Rev. Jason LaBar | CFP #16Evangelism isn’t just a task—it’s a lifestyle! Join us on this exciting episode of The Casting Faith Podcast as we explore the heart of outreach with Rev. Jason LaBar. From unforgettable ministry stories to authentic insights on spreading the Gospel, this episode is packed with wisdom, humor, and practical advice that will equip you to witness more effectively. What You’ll Learn: Outreach Wisdom: Real talk on how true ministry happens beyond the church walls. Testimonies That Inspire: Powerful personal stories of faith that will challenge your heart. Hilarious Evangelism Fails: Laughter guaranteed—bounce ho...
2025-02-211h 30
The Casting Faith PodcastFaith, Fitness & Biblical Mysteries | David Hymes | JFK Files, AI, & Garden of Eden | CFP #15🚀 Dive into faith, fitness, and biblical mysteries in this exciting episode! Join us as we embark on a brand-new fitness journey with our sponsor 1st Phorm, with Sean starting his body transformation, guided by returning guest David Hymes. Together, they explore the powerful connection between discipline, faith, and health.But that’s just the beginning—we’re diving deep into biblical mysteries and mind-boggling current events:🔵 Ezekiel’s Wheels – Angelic visions, divine technology, or something else?📜 JFK & MLK Files – What secrets lie inside these historic documents?🌀 Project Stargate – Is AI moving too fast for us to keep up?🌍 T...
2025-02-141h 39
The Casting Faith PodcastCFP #14: A Miracle Birth, God’s Plan & Overcoming Life’s TrialsIn this powerful episode of The Casting Faith Podcast, Charlie shares his miraculous birth story—from a grim prognosis before he was born to God’s incredible intervention. Hear how his mother’s faith in the face of uncertainty changed everything and how this testimony proves that God’s plan is always greater than our trials.Sean also opens up about an unexpected car breakdown and the frustrating process of buying a new truck, reminding us that blessings and trials often come hand in hand. Plus, we celebrate our first podcast sponsor—1st Phorm!Join us for raw e...
2025-02-071h 11
The Casting Faith PodcastCFP#13: John Miller’s Incredible Journey: Miracles, Missions, and the Call of GodSpecial guest John Miller—husband, father, UPCI minister, and current Hyphen director at FAC Tallmadge—shares his incredible testimony of growing up as a missionary kid, running from God’s call, and experiencing a miraculous healing from chronic ITP. We talk about his upbringing, his journey to surrendering to the mission field, and the undeniable miracles that shaped his faith.
But that’s not all! We also dive into his passion for the outdoors—fishing, hunting, Louisiana legends, and settling the debate on turkey hunting, good eating fish, and which ones are better left in the water. Don’t miss...
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The Casting Faith PodcastCFP #12 : For the Birds: Turkeys, Unity, and Why Two Are Better Than OneJoin Charlie and Sean on The Casting Faith Podcast for Episode #12: 'For the Birds.' Explore the surprising intelligence of wild turkeys, unity in nature, and why two are better than one. Hear Charlie’s childhood fear of birds and how he overcame it, plus a fun Reel Talk segment on a strange turkey gathering in Israel. Packed with humor, inspiration, and a powerful Bible lesson on the strength of community, this episode will leave you uplifted and entertained. Tune in now!"
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2025-01-2857 min
The Casting Faith PodcastCFP#11: Take a Hike: Moose Encounters, Secret Fishing Spots, and Overcoming Life's ChallengesJoin Charlie and Sean for an adventure-filled episode of The Casting Faith Podcast! From braving Ohio’s harsh winter and restarting their fitness journeys to Sean’s solo fishing trip to a secret spot and an unexpected moose encounter on a hike, this episode is packed with wild stories and inspiration.
Charlie shares childhood memories of bear run-ins and discovering a snake den at his family’s cabin in Pennsylvania, while Sean recounts the time he was bitten by a brown recluse spider and how it impacted his outlook on perseverance.
They dive deep into how pe...
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The Casting Faith PodcastCFP#10: Patience in Prayer: Fishing, Faith, & How Waiting Strengthens UsIn this audio-only episode of The Casting Faith Podcast, hosts Charlie Griffin and Sean Delaney discuss the power of patience in faith, how to make prayer a priority, and how the act of waiting can strengthen our relationship with God. From a recent fishing trip that tested Charlie’s patience (and toes) to personal reflections on the times patience was needed the most, this episode offers practical insights on staying faithful in the wait. Tune in to hear how faith, prayer, and perseverance are key to overcoming life’s challenges.
2025-01-171h 12
The Casting Faith PodcastCFP #9: Mystery on the Reservoir - Faith, Friendship, and the UnexplainableCharlie, Sean, and special guest David Hymes recount an eerie camping story with glowing lights and strange sounds on a remote reservoir. From mysterious drone sightings to unforgettable life lessons, this episode dives into the importance of staying grounded in faith and praying for discernment in a world filled with deception. A perfect blend of humor, mystery, and spiritual insight you won't want to miss!
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The Casting Faith PodcastCFP#8: Fred Parrott on The Power Four: Practical Tips for Faith & SuccessJoin The Casting Faith Podcast as we sit down with Fred Parrott, author of The Power Four: Practical and Powerful Tips for Planning. In this inspiring episode, Fred dives into the 'Power Four' principles, sharing how to achieve success through faith and strategic planning. Don’t miss this powerful conversation packed with actionable advice for living a purpose-driven life!
2025-01-0352 min
The Casting Faith PodcastCFP#7: Faith, Fasting, and Unforgettable MomentsIn Episode 7 of The Casting Faith Podcast, Sean and Charlie dive into the spiritual benefits of fasting and how it can transform your life and deepen your walk with God. Laugh along with the story of a fisherman whose day went from bad to worse when a sneaky seagull stole his fish—and his sandwich! Sean shares a life-changing testimony about how one fast led to incredible experiences with God, including his unforgettable missionary trip. Tune in for laughter, inspiration, and practical insights into the power of fasting.
2024-12-2747 min
The Casting Faith PodcastCFP#6: Fishing Fails, Christmas Traditions, and Truth Lessons.Description:Join us on The Casting Faith Podcast as Sean shares a hilarious fishing fail when he broke the rule: never leave fish to find fish. The lesson? You don’t need to leave truth to find truth.We dive into Christmas traditions, debate what’s overrated vs. underrated this holiday season, and explore mind-blowing Christmas conspiracies, like who really created Santa Claus and the mystery behind Christmas stockings.Whether you’re a fishing enthusiast, holiday lover, or truth seeker, this episode has something for you. Tune in for laughs, lesson...
2024-12-2049 min
The Casting Faith PodcastCFP#5: Be the Light: Hilarious Christmas Fails, Parenting Wins, and Stories of HopeIn this uplifting episode of The Casting Faith Podcast, we explore how to shine your light this holiday season:🎄 Laugh along with us as we share crazy Christmas decoration fails and the deeper meaning behind lighting up the season.🌟 Hear Charlie’s inspiring testimony about a simple act of kindness that led a Chipotle employee to faith.👨👩👧👦 Dive into the challenges of modern parenting, featuring our Reel of the Week—a dad’s life lesson on spending money wisely.✨ Relive nostalgic childhood memories and discover how to bring hope and encouragement during this season of joy (and stress!).
Don’t...
2024-12-1251 min
The Casting Faith PodcastCFP #4: Surviving the Unthinkable - Sean’s Near-Death Story and the Power of FaithEpisode Description:
In this powerful episode of The Casting Faith Podcast, Sean opens up about his life-changing experience with a near-death accident while riding a four-wheeler. Hear firsthand how faith, prayer, and the support of loved ones played a pivotal role in his recovery after being left in a coma. We also dive into a shocking and comical story of a semi-truck overturning and spilling thousands of energy drinks, drawing connections between the unexpected twists of life and how we often find purpose in the midst of chaos.
Join us as we discuss the importance...
2024-12-0650 min
The Casting Faith PodcastCFP#3: Faith in the Storm: Catfish, Tornadoes, Sharks, and SurvivalWhat do a catfish that survived being butchered, a tornado survivor, and a shark attack champion have in common? Resilience, faith, and unstoppable determination!
In this powerful episode of The Casting Faith Podcast, Charlie and Sean kick things off with the incredible story of a catfish that defied the odds, surviving being cut up and regenerating to thrive. Then, Charlie shares his personal testimony of surviving the 1992 Fritch tornadoes as a baby, reflecting on how faith can anchor us in life’s most turbulent storms.
Next, they dive into the inspiring journey of Bethany Hamilton, wh...
2024-12-0247 min
The Casting Faith PodcastCFP#2: Grateful Hearts & Turkey Fails: A Thanksgiving Special Full of Faith, Food, and FunJoin us for a Thanksgiving Special that serves up more than just turkey! In this episode of The Casting Faith Podcast, Charlie and Sean share hilarious holiday mishaps and heartfelt stories of gratitude. They dive into what it truly means to embrace thankfulness, blending faith, family traditions, and a few unexpected twists along the way.
Whether you're traveling, cooking, or relaxing post-meal, this episode is packed with laughs, lessons, and a reminder to savor the blessings in your life. Tune in for a feast for the soul that will leave you feeling inspired, uplifted, and grateful.
2024-11-2746 min
The Casting Faith PodcastCFP#1: Escape Plans and Spiritual GuidanceIn the debut episode of The Casting Faith Podcast, hosts Charlie and Sean share the unforgettable story of 43 monkeys escaping a research lab in South Carolina, sparking a powerful discussion on faith, guidance, and wisdom. Drawing parallels between this chaotic event and life’s unpredictable challenges, they explore how spiritual leadership can provide clarity, direction, and peace when you feel lost or overwhelmed. Whether you’re facing difficult decisions or searching for purpose, this episode will inspire you to trust God’s plan, seek wise counsel, and remember that better days are ahead.
Join Charlie and Sean for a...
2024-11-2256 minThe Game Design Round Table#330 Xenolanguage with Kathryn HymesThis week, Dirk and David are joined by Kathryn Hymes, co-owner of Thorny Games and former co-host of the show. Together, they discuss Kathryn's new game Xenolanguage, a roleplaying game where players take the role of humans tasked with deciphering an alien language. They give their thoughts on designing GMless games, especially focusing on how to facilitate interesting experiences within the rules. Topics include an in-depth look at Xenolanguage's design, the breadth in experience of GMless games, approaching the business side of GMless games, and what future games may look like in the field of language.
2024-11-1952 minThe Game Design Round Table#311 Innovating Themes with Anna AnthropyDirk and Kathryn Hymes meet this episode to talk with Anna Anthropy, digital and tabletop designer known for her prolific work with non-traditional themes. They discuss Anna's career in game design, and her path into becoming an educator. Topics include why violence is an attractive game element, dealing with releasing art and it no longer being one's own, one page games, and the absence of sex as a theme or topic.
2024-02-2752 min
Streaming ThingsThe Last of Us Episode 3: Long, Long TimeChris, Jimmy, and Steve break down episode 3 of The Last of Us - Long, Long Time.Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comCheck out our YouTube Channel!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester CopperpotTry Before You Deny ProducersRabidDog InABarbieCar, Jose Ruben Cruz Rodriguez, Thomas Alexander, Emmy, Valerie, Stanton Valentino, Aaron Layton, Crystal Trujillo, John Collins, GHOST, Andrew Gray, Jen Robinson, Kate, Chloe Richardson, Kalesha Reaves, Kiki Newton, Kevin Strother, Jeanette Murphy...
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Streaming ThingsHarry Potter Marathon! - The Deathly Hallows Part 2Chris, Andy, and Steve review Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2.Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter!@StreamThingPod for the show.Check out our YouTube Channel!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester CopperpotTry Before You Deny ProducersRabidDog InABarbieCar, Jose Ruben Cruz Rodriguez, Thomas Alexander, Emmy, Valerie, Stanton Valentino, Aaron Layton, Crystal Trujillo, John Collins, GHOST, Andrew Gray, Jen Robinson, Kate, Chloe Richardson, Kalesha Reaves, Kiki Newton...
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Streaming ThingsThe Last of Us Episode 2: InfectedChris, Andy, and Steve break down episode 2 of The Last of Us - The Infected.Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comCheck out our YouTube Channel!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester CopperpotTry Before You Deny ProducersRabidDog InABarbieCar, Jose Ruben Cruz Rodriguez, Thomas Alexander, Emmy, Valerie, Stanton Valentino, Aaron Layton, Crystal Trujillo, John Collins, GHOST, Andrew Gray, Jen Robinson, Kate, Chloe Richardson, Kalesha Reaves, Kiki Newton, Kevin Strother, Jeanette Murphy, Casey...
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Streaming ThingsHarry Potter Marathon! - The Deathly Hallows Part 1Chris and Steve review Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1.Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter!@StreamThingPod for the show.Check out our YouTube Channel!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester CopperpotTry Before You Deny ProducersRabidDog InABarbieCar, Jose Ruben Cruz Rodriguez, Thomas Alexander, Emmy, Valerie, Stanton Valentino, Aaron Layton, Crystal Trujillo, John Collins, GHOST, Andrew Gray, Jen Robinson, Kate, Chloe Richardson, Kalesha Reaves, Kiki Newton, Kevin...
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Streaming ThingsThe Last of Us Episode 1: When You're Lost in the DarknessChris, Steve, and Jimmy break down the premiere episode of The Last of Us.Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comCheck out our YouTube Channel!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester CopperpotTry Before You Deny ProducersRabidDog InABarbieCar, Jose Ruben Cruz Rodriguez, Thomas Alexander, Emmy, Valerie, Stanton Valentino, Aaron Layton, Crystal Trujillo, John Collins, GHOST, Andrew Gray, Jen Robinson, Kate, Chloe Richardson, Kalesha Reaves, Kiki Newton, Kevin Strother, Jeanette Murphy, Casey McCain...
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Streaming ThingsThe Last of Us Hype CastChris and Andy are joined by Alex to get hyped for The Last of Us!Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comCheck out our YouTube Channel!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester CopperpotTry Before You Deny ProducersRabidDog InABarbieCar, Jose Ruben Cruz Rodriguez, Thomas Alexander, Emmy, Valerie, Stanton Valentino, Aaron Layton, Crystal Trujillo, John Collins, GHOST, Andrew Gray, Jen Robinson, Kate, Chloe Richardson, Kalesha Reaves, Kiki Newton, Kevin Strother, Jeanette Murphy...
2023-01-091h 18Streaming ThingsHarry Potter Marathon! - The Half Blood PrinceChris, Andy, and Steve review Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince.Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comFollow us all on Twitter!@StreamThingPod for the show.@moviesRtherapy for Chris.@andymostdays for Andy.@stevemay13 for Steve.Check out our YouTube Channel!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester CopperpotTry Before You Deny ProducersThomas Alexander, Emmy, Valerie, Stanton Valentino, Aaron Layton, Crystal Trujillo, John Collins, Adam Horne...
2022-12-291h 50Streaming ThingsFREE PATREON EPISODE | Die Hard (1988)Happy Holidays from all of us at Streaming Things. We thought we would give you all a special holiday gift this week. We are releasing our Patreon episode on Die Hard for all to hear! If you enjoy this episode and want to get in on the polls each month consider becoming a Patron. Thank you all from us at Streaming Things for making 2022 such a great year for us! 2023 is going to be even bigger!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming Things
2022-12-261h 53Streaming ThingsHarry Potter Marathon! - The Order of the PhoenixAndy and Steve review Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comFollow us all on Twitter!@StreamThingPod for the show.@moviesRtherapy for Chris.@andymostdays for Andy.@stevemay13 for Steve.Check out our YouTube Channel!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester CopperpotTry Before You Deny ProducersThomas Alexander, Emmy, Valerie, Stanton Valentino, Aaron Layton, Crystal Trujillo, John Collins, Adam Horne...
2022-12-192h 19Streaming ThingsMidsommar (2019)Chris and Steve are forced to watch Midsommar from 2019. This movie was suggested by Patreon member Kalesha! Patreon members at a certain level can force us to watch whatever movie they choose.Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comFollow us all on Twitter!@StreamThingPod for the show.@moviesRtherapy for Chris.@andymostdays for Andy.@stevemay13 for Steve.This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester CopperpotTry Before You Deny ProducersThomas...
2022-12-141h 51Streaming ThingsHarry Potter Marathon! - The Goblet of FireChris and Steve review Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comFollow us all on Twitter!@StreamThingPod for the show.@moviesRtherapy for Chris.@andymostdays for Andy.@stevemay13 for Steve.Check out our YouTube Channel!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester CopperpotTry Before You Deny ProducersThomas Alexander, Emmy, Valerie, Stanton Valentino, Aaron Layton, Crystal Trujillo, John Collins, Adam Horne, Andrew...
2022-12-121h 56Streaming ThingsEvolution (2001)Chris and Steve are forced to watch Evolution from 2001. This movie was suggested by Patreon member Jen! Patreon members at a certain level can force us to watch whatever movie they choose.Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comFollow us all on Twitter!@StreamThingPod for the show.@moviesRtherapy for Chris.@andymostdays for Andy.@stevemay13 for Steve.This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester Copperpot, Jillian MorganTry Before You Deny Producers
2022-12-071h 22Streaming ThingsHarry Potter Marathon! - The Prisoner of AzkabanChris and Steve receive their letters to Hogwarts this month as they deep dive every movie in the Harry Potter franchise (not counting the Fantastic Beasts). This week, they review Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comFollow us all on Twitter!@StreamThingPod for the show.@moviesRtherapy for Chris.@andymostdays for Andy.@stevemay13 for Steve.Check out our YouTube Channel!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming Things...
2022-12-052h 00Streaming ThingsStar Wars: Andor | Season 1 Wrap UpChris and Steve review the first season of Star Wars: Andor.WE HAVE A PATREON!WE HAVE MERCH!Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comFollow us all on Twitter!@StreamThingPod for the show.@moviesRtherapy for Chris.@andymostdays for Andy.@stevemay13 for Steve.This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming Things:Chester Copperpot, Jade, Jillian MorganTry Before You Deny Producers:Aaron Layton, Andrew Gray, Casey McCain, Crystal...
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Explearning Communication and Social Fluency with Mary DaphneEffective Workplace Communication Skills for Working with Gen Z EmployeesLearn about effective ways to communicate across generations. In this lesson, we focus mainly on Generation Z. By understanding communication protocols, worldview, expanded definitions of diversity, feedback preferences, etc., we can more effectively interact with Gen Z.
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2022-10-1111 minThe Game Design Round Table#270 Listener Questions January 2022Once again, Kathryn Hymes joins Dirk and David for another round of listener questions. The discussion starts with a thorough examination of how to best grow an audience for a game when starting at zero. Other conversations cover the new hot genres in games, consent and session zero conversations for board games, and what the cohosts look for with their personal gaming choices. Finally, the talk wraps up with a discussion on purposefully or accidentally toxic players in all gaming mediums and different solutions for those issues.
2022-01-261h 01The Game Design Round Table#225 Round Table on Thematic Games #1Dirk and David speak with former cohost and friend of the show Kathryn Hymes. Together, the three of them discuss important questions and lessons learned from the first four episodes in the Designing Thematic Games series.
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CISO Series PodcastGetting Over Our "Security ≠ Compliance" ObsessionLinks and images for this episode can be found on CISO Series (https://cisoseries.com/getting-over-our-security-%e2%89%a0-compliance-obsession/) We repeat "Security ≠ Compliance" so often it's become our mantra. Does anyone pay attention to it anymore? We're unpacking our compulsion to keep saying it on the latest episode of CISO/Security Vendor Relationship Podcast. This episode is hosted by me, David Spark (@dspark), producer of CISO Series and founder of Spark Media Solutions and Mike Johnson. Our guest this week is Chris Hymes (@secwrks), head of information security, enterprise IT, and data protection officer, Riot Ga...
2019-09-0331 minThe Game Design Round Table#179: Elizabeth LaPensée; indigenous self-determination in game development.Description In this episode, Elizabeth LaPensée joins Kathryn and Dirk and they discuss indigenous self-determination in game development and how a destructive pattern of colonialism is being addressed. --------------------- Elizabeth LaPensée - elizabethlapensee@gmail.com, elizabethlapensee.com Kathryn Hymes - @chicalashaw, thornygames.com Dirk Knemeyer - @DKnemeyer, artana.com, dirk@artana.com --------------------- Episode Outline 0:11 Welcome Elizabeth - Background 1:35 Elizabeth's voice and perspective as a game designer 3:07 Themes of culture; How does this impact Elizabeth's making of games 7:46 In the game Invaders, can a player win? Or is it inevitable that they will die? 9:09 How do Grandmother-mechanics fit in...
2017-09-2136 minThe Game Design Round Table#175: Listener Mail August 2017David, Dirk, and Kathryn dive into the digital mailbag and take a shot at some listener questions. Topics include Kickstarter Cancellations, design organization and ways to pitch a game. --------------------- Kathryn Hymes - @chicalashaw, thornygames.com David Heron - @DavidVHeron Dirk Knemeyer - @DKnemeyer, artana.com, dirk@artana.com --------------------- Episode Outline 0:20 Everyone thinks it has been a good week. 0:26 Some listener comments 0:36 Listener Michael Hopkins - Kickstarter Cancellations 3:18 Q: Glen Slagel - Do you go back through old notes? 7:17 Q: Tristen Angeles & Ryan Sumo - How do you organize your design? 15:02 Q: Aaron Wilson & Trevor Willis - Pitching a...
2017-08-1736 minThe Game Design Round Table#174: Mo Turkington and LARPsIn this episode, Mo Turkington from Unruly Designs joins Dirk and Kathryn to discuss LARPs and specifically chamber LARPs focused on women in WWII. The conversation also touches on the roles LARPs can have in understanding social privilege. --------------------- Mo Turkington - unrulydesigns.com, moyra@unrulydesigns.com Dirk Knemeyer - @DKnemeyer, artana.com, dirk@artana.com Kathryn Hymes - @chicalashaw, thornygames.com --------------------- Episode Outline 0:14 Mo introduced and background 0:49 What is a LARP? 2:02 How does the idea of a LARP fit into Nightingales? 4:18 What attracts Mo to the subject of historical LARP? 8:53 As a designer how do you approach the...
2017-08-0444 minThe Game Design Round Table#173: Game Design AxiomsDirk, Kathryn, and Rob get together for the much anticipated game design axioms episode. Listen as they share their their top design principles.---------------------Dirk Knemeyer - @DKnemeyer, www.artana.com, dirk@artana.com Kathryn Hymes - @chicalashaw, thornygames.com Rob Daviau - @robdaviau---------------------Episode Outline 0:06 Greetings 0:22 Rob has a sultry voice 0:41 Kathryn and Rob are on the show together for the first time 0:57 Game design axioms 1:23 Axiom - Rob - Never make a person lose a turn 5:26 How Rob's experience at Hasbro contributed 6:45 Axiom - Kathryn - Design for the Human Animal 8:20 Heuristics - Group info and decisions in 3's 8:58 What...
2017-07-2839 minThe Game Design Round Table#170: Ross CowmanThis week, Dirk and Kathryn talk with Ross Cowman, owner of game design studio Heart of the Deernicorn. They discuss the game Fall of Magic.---------------------Ross Cowman- @rosscowman, www.heartofthedeernicorn.com Kathryn Hymes - @chicalashaw, thornygames.com Dirk Knemeyer - @DKnemeyer, www.artana.com, dirk@artana.com.---------------------Episode Outline 0:00:19 - Ross' background 0:01.08 - Origin of company name 0:02:22 - company name SEO 0:02:57 - Origin of Fall of Magic 0:10:40 - Talking about a turn of the game 0:22:37 - What opportunities and difficulties have come from the game? 0:27:16 - What's next? 0:29:16 - Overseas reception of the game 0:33:22 - Translation of the game
2017-06-1538 minThe Game Design Round Table#168: Emily Care BossThis week, Dirk and Kathryn welcome veteran game designer Emily Care Boss to the show. Emily has a long history in designing RPG games and making tools available to players to challenge their views and expand their gaming horizons. Some of her games encourage players to examine uncommonly represented topics, such as romance and sexuality.--------------------- Emily Care Boss - @emilycare, www.blackgreengame.com Kathryn Hymes - @chicalashaw, thornygames.com Dirk Knemeyer - @DKnemeyer, www.artana.com, dirk@artana.com---------------------Episode Outline 0:00:19 - Emily's background 0:03:25 - Tabletop games and sexuality 0:15:40 - Emily's catalog 0:25:56 - RPG and game theory
2017-05-2539 minThe Game Design Round Table#166: John HarperDirk and Kathryn are joined this week by designer John Harper, the mind behind Blades in the Dark. John's transition to full-time developer has been helped by his fans that support him via Kickstarter and Patreon - this following allows him to fully concentrate on his multi-disciplinary craft and continue to release free, hackable material.---------------------John Harper - onesevendesign.com, @john_harper---------------------Kathryn Hymes - @chicalashaw, thornygames.com Dirk Knemeyer - @DKnemeyer, www.artana.com, dirk@artana.com Episode Outline 0:01:41 - Blades in the Dark 0:10:51 - Growing in tastes as a designer 0:20:49 - Supporting yourself with indie work 0:27:34 - Game development...
2017-05-0539 minThe Game Design Round Table#165: Listener Mail April 2017Dirk, Harrison, and Kathryn dive into the mailbag once again to answer your game design questions. Is it really that difficult to get published in North America from other markets? What's life on the digital side like when it comes to publishing? And what can you do when you (inevitably) get stuck?.---------------------Dirk Knemeyer - @DKnemeyer, www.artana.com, dirk@artana.com Harrison Pink - @gilespink, harrisonpink@gmail.com, harrisonpink.com Kathryn Hymes - @chicalashaw, thornygames.com.---------------------0:00:24 - The difference between design and development and getting stuck 0:06:05 - Publishing from non-American or European markets 0:10:04 - Linear narratives 0:16:03 - Game...
2017-04-2033 minThe Game Design Round Table#162: Listener Mail February 2017Dirk, David, and Kathryn Hymes are here to answer your questions. This week they go over replayability, ambitious ideas, and the differences between design and development.---------------------Dirk Knemeyer - @DKnemeyer, www.artana.com, dirk@artana.com David Heron - @DavidVHeron Kathryn Hymes - www.thornygames.com.---------------------0:01:04 - Replayability and value 0:16:06 - Trimming game length 0:26:39 - IP creation and long-term goals 0:31:19 - The difference between design and development
2017-03-0936 minThe Game Design Round Table#156: Kathryn Hymes and Thorny GamesThis week Dirk is joined by new co-host Harrison Pink and guest Kathryn Hymes of Thorny Games. Kathryn brings a unique perspective to the tabletop world with games that take on the challenges of linguistics and the evolution (and death) of languages. She explains how Thorny Games takes on the challenge of games light on mechanics and heavy on intellectual stimulation. --------------------- Dirk Knemeyer - @DKnemeyer, www.artana.com, dirk@artana.com Harrison Pink - harrisonpink@gmail.com, @colonialpink Kathryn Hymes - @chicalashaw, www.thornygames.com --------------------- Episode Outline 0:03:31 - Sign 0:14:34 - Dialect 0:28:32 - Games light on mechanics 0:33:56 - Games...
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