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The Christian Romance PodcastInterview with Hope Toler Dougherty: From Fiction Skeptic to Faith-Fueled StorytellerThis episode with Hope Toler Dougherty dives deep into how God gently (and vividly) led her from nonfiction essays to the world of Christian romance fiction. In this episode, Hope shares the divine inspiration behind her writing journey and her latest book, Forever Free. We talk about her character Heath’s redemption story, Phoebe’s farm fresh dreams, and how singleness and second chances intertwine with grace and growth. If you’ve ever felt “less than” or unsure of your path, Hope’s journey will deeply encourage you. Grab your journal and a cozy cup—this one is full of wisdom, lau...2025-07-2338 min
Haunted Hollywood HourRewind: Griffith Jenkins Griffith - attempted murderer & ostrich tycoon (originally aired Jan. 23, 2025)Resurfaced from the archives, this episode originally aired Jan. 23, 2025. He was part of an ostrich consortium that failed due to an 1880s sex scandal. He shot his wife in the face. He was the embodiment of late-stage capitalism. Today, we're bringing you the story of Griffith Jenkins Griffith — the namesake of Los Angeles' Griffith Park. Historian Karina Wilson (https://karinawilson.com/) is on the show this week helping us get inside the mind of this Welsh immigrant who had so many dreams but who ruined his life. Ka...2025-06-2550 min
My Hollywood StoryIt’s Billy Bob Thornton... grab your french-fried potaters! (LIVE)How did a music-and-baseball obsessed daydreamer with dyslexia escape generational poverty in Arkansas to become an Oscar-winning screenwriter and iconic actor? Listen in as Stacey Wilson Hunt chats with Billy Bob Thornton - the Golden Globe-winning star of Paramount's Landman - about his adventures in Hollywood, including his wild stories about John Ritter, Harvey Weinstein, Val Kilmer, Mike Nichols, Heath Ledger, and more.
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The Wit and Wisdom of Andy Griffith: Romeo and Juliet
Movie trailer for "Giant"
"Jupiter Man" live
My Hollywood Story links
YouTube-- full video of Stacey's conversation with Bi...2025-05-201h 03
Haunted Hollywood HourDavid Koresh's Hollywood EraToday we’re talking about the man behind one of the most tragic cult stories in US history — David Koresh who was born Vernon Howell and who went on to become the leader of the Branch Davidian religious sect, his life ending on April 19, 1993 following a 51 day stand off with the ATF and FBI who raided their Waco compound, resulting in the deaths of 86 people, 26 of those being children.Many people associate David Koresh with Texas, but he spent time in Southern California, attempting to be a musician, building a religious following and even getting his name chan...2025-04-181h 06
Haunted Hollywood HourVampira - The Remarkable Life & Legacy of a 1950s Dark GoddessMaila Nurmi became a cultural icon with her creation of Vampira in 1954 but she earned practically nothing for the role and struggled financially for the rest of her life. Still, Maila's story of ambition, struggle, friendships and fame remains an inspiration for anyone who dreams of making a lasting impact.Who was Maila Nurmi? Learn her full story from writer and historian Karina Wilson on this week's episode of Haunted Hollywood Hour.Check out Karina's substack: https://karinawilson.substack.com/Watch Vampira and Me for free on Tubi: https://tubitv.com/movies/588414/vampira-and-me2025-03-271h 03
Randomness with Heath & JoshEpisode 94: From the Ring to the Big Screen with Randal ReederMake sure to send us text message with any questions or comments! This episode of the podcast features Hollywood actor Randal Reeder, whose journey to the big screen is nothing short of incredible. Heath and Josh sit down with Randal as he shares his unique path—from working as a plumber to stepping into the ring as a professional wrestler, and ultimately making a name for himself in Hollywood. Now a staple in the Deadpool franchise, Randal talks about his experiences working alongside A-list stars like Ryan Reynolds, Jonah Hill, and Luke Wilson. Tune in for behind-the-scenes sto...2025-03-171h 05
Love Your Life After Divorce with Angie Wilson: Helping Women Rebuild Their Lives, Co-parent and Heal35. Marking the Moment: How Rituals and Ceremonies Can Help You Heal After DivorceSend us a textDivorce isn’t just a legal process—it’s a major life transition that deserves to be acknowledged. In this episode, I talk with one of my clients, Natalie, about the “Finish the Firsts” party she hosted after her divorce to commemorate her first year as a single woman. She shares the meaningful rituals she included—like smashing a wedding vase, crafting symbolic bracelets, and expressing gratitude to her support system.We also dive into the importance of ceremony and ritual in marking a big life change, helping you...2025-03-0341 min
Haunted Hollywood HourLinda Goodman & the Hollywood Hills Penis MysteryOn New Year’s Day, 1970, a man claiming to be an astral traveler visited astrologer Linda Goodman in her room at the Roosevelt Hotel in Hollywood. He claimed that inside a hill next to the Cahuenga Pass, there was an ancient Egyptian burial chamber that held the penis belonging to the Egyptian god Osiris. So began Linda’s quest to scan and study that hill to find out if the astral traveler's story was true. Today on the podcast, Karina Wilson shares the interesting and tragic life of Linda Goodman as we attempt to find out if ther...2025-03-0159 min
Haunted Hollywood HourHollywood Forever Cemetery: Why are graveyard enjoyers enjoying this graveyard so much?I first visited the Hollywood Forever cemetery in 2005. The lure of visiting celebrity graves is the initial hook, sure, but there’s so much more to Hollywood Forever than just the tombs of famous people. This place is weird. It’s got elements of beauty and elements of tackiness. There's hundreds of thousands of stories within its 62 acres.This week, writer and historian Karina Wilson (https://karinawilson.substack.com/) takes us through Hollywood Forever and shares some of its most interesting tales.Check out Karina's substack article on the cemetery: https://karinawilson.substack.com/p/the...2025-02-1345 min
Illinois Family SpotlightCultural Cataclysm & Advancing the Truth | Doug Wilson (IFS #416)During the Illinois Family Institute 2015 Faith Family & Freedom Banquet, Pastor Doug Wilson challenged Christians to join the fight for sanity, common sense and morality–specifically here in Illinois. His remarks are timeless and encouraging for believers today. Pastor Wilson preaches at Christ Church in Moscow, ID, and is senior fellow of theology at New Saint Andrews College. He is a prolific author and his blog, dougwils.com, is home to his witty and rapier thoughts on culture, the church at large, and politics.… Continue Reading 2025-02-0425 minIllinois Family SpotlightCultural Cataclysm & Advancing the Truth | Doug Wilson (IFS #416)During the Illinois Family Institute 2015 Faith Family & Freedom Banquet, Pastor Doug Wilson challenged Christians to join the fight for sanity, common sense and morality–specifically here in Illinois. His remarks are timeless and encouraging for believers today. Pastor Wilson preaches at Christ Church in Moscow, ID, and is senior fellow of theology at New Saint Andrews College. He is a prolific author and his blog, dougwils.com, is home to his witty and rapier thoughts on culture, the church at large, and politics.… Continue Reading 2025-02-0425 min
Haunted Hollywood HourOstriches, Addiction, & Crime: Inside the Mind of Griffith Jenkins Griffith, Griffith Park's NamesakeHe was part of an ostrich consortium that failed due to an 1880s sex scandal. He shot his wife in the face. He was the embodiment of late-stage capitalism. Today, we're bringing you the story of Griffith Jenkins Griffith — the namesake of Los Angeles' Griffith Park. Historian Karina Wilson (https://karinawilson.com/) is on the show this week helping us get inside the mind of this Welsh immigrant who had so many dreams but who ruined his life. Karina has an excellent substack article on Grif at: https://karinawilson.su...2025-01-2350 min
Tearin’ Up My Heart: Emotional Leadership LessonsBoundaries, Balance, and Leadership ExcellenceRobin Zukowski brings over 25 years of expertise as a distinguished fitness professional. She is the Director of Pilates at Gainesville Health and Fitness, where she empowers others through movement and education. As a Master Level Certified Personal Trainer through NASM, Robin’s credentials are a testament to her dedication to the craft. She holds a B.S. in Exercise Science from the University of Florida and has expanded her scope by becoming a Holistic Health Counselor from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition in NYC.
Robin’s professional journey includes comprehensive Pilates training under Lolita San Miguel, as well...2025-01-201h 05
UnchurchableThe Pipelines - Closetted to Out, Proud Academic ResearcherWhen Dr Luke Wilson reached out to me with a copy of his book, I was struck by the most obvious thing in the world - I'm the ex-wife of a gay conversion therapy survivor but I've never had someone on the podcast who could actually talk in depth about that very thing.
I guess it was too close to home. But its time. We need to move from representation to meaningful change, and that means understanding on a deep and nuanced level that sexual orientation and gender identity change efforts aren't always what you think they are.
Thi...2024-12-191h 22
Soul BoomListen Now: Rainn Wilson on Man Enough w/ Justin BaldoniWe've got a treat for you, Soul Boom fam! This week, listen to Rainn on Justin Baldoni's podcast, Man Enough:What is the crap that is no longer serving us? In true comedic fashion, award-winning actor, comedian and writer Rainn Wilson joins for an authentic conversation on workaholism, therapy, marriage, male friendships, and what his beloved character from The Office teaches us about being a man. Rainn brings his humor and humility to an inspiring conversation on topics including:
Workaholism as an expected and celebrated trait of masculinity
Desiring acceptance and feeling excluded behind-the-scenes in Hollywood
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Murder Files UnsealedCarly Gregg Sentenced to Life in Prison for Killing her MotherMississippi teenager Carly Gregg wept in court on Friday as she was convicted of the brutal murder of her mother and the attempted murder of her stepfather, following the revelation of her involvement with drugs earlier this year.The 15-year-old was found guilty on all counts, which included first-degree murder, attempted murder, and tampering with evidence. She has been sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole.The jury's decision was influenced by disturbing surveillance footage that depicted the young girl, appearing innocent, moving awkwardly around their home in Brandon while concealing a firearm behind...2024-09-2205 min
Family Office Podcast: Billionaire & Centimillionaire Interviews & Investor Club InsightsPro Athlete Discipline into Success in Business | Pro Athlete Interview Series - EP 19Send us a textIn this engaging interview of the Pro Athlete Interview Series, we dive deep into the journey of a successful professional athlete who transitioned from the soccer field to the realms of media and investment. Our guest shares invaluable insights on mindset, goal-setting, How to be in the top 1 percent and balancing both personal and professional aspirations.00:27 - Intro and overview of Heath Pearce00:51 - From Professional Soccer to Media and Investment05:33 - Mindset and Goal-Setting Strategies08:00 - Balancing Personal and Professional Goals09:47 - Learning from Financial Mistakes2024-09-1124 min