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Talk LouisianaBob Mann, Andrei Codrescu, Joanne Leedom-AckermanTalks various local and national political topics including Trump's "big beautiful bill". Former NPR commentator, poet, and novelist Andrei Codrescu comments on the New York mayoral race and its candidates. Novelist Joanne Leedom-Ackerman talks her latest work, "The Far Side of the Desert".2025-07-0744 min
Director's ClubEpisode 232: Favorite Films of 2024 (feat. Bill Ackerman)Nearly five hours of conversation and recommendations all about the year 2024 in cinema! Bill Ackerman (host of Supporting Characters and guest host of this show) and I reveal 25 favorite films, talk about the year in general and have a lot to say as usual. In addition, you’ll get to hear thoughts from previous guest Chloe Waryan as well as a traditional song from yours truly where I sing the titles of Bill’s 40 favorites.00:00 - 15:40 - Intro / Thoughts15:41 - 02:50:09 - Numbers 25-11.02:50:10 - 02:54:04 - Chloe’s Top Ten02:54:05 - 03:45:57 - Number...2025-01-064h 55
Director's ClubEpisode 225: Another 50 Favorites (feat. Bill Ackerman)Do you remember when Bill Ackerman and I revealed our 50 favorite movies episode for the 10-year anniversary of this show? That was Part One in what eventually has become a trilogy! Little did you know, when I briefly had a Patreon, we did a sequel that was exclusive for subscribers. I no longer have Patreon so not only do you get Part Two (50 More Favorites) but also the newly recorded Part Three (Another 50 Favorites), both available the same day as a birthday bonus treat. All in all, not only do you get 150 favorite films from the two of...2024-05-047h 32
Director's ClubEpisode 224: 50 More Favorites (feat. Bill Ackerman)Do you remember when Bill Ackerman and I revealed our 50 favorite movies episode for the 10-year anniversary of this show? That was Part One in what eventually has become a trilogy! Little did you know, when I briefly had a Patreon, we did a sequel that was exclusive for subscribers. I no longer have Patreon so not only do you get Part Two (50 More Favorites) but also the newly recorded Part Three (Another 50 Favorites), both available the same day as a birthday bonus treat. All in all, not only do you get 150 favorite films from the two of...2024-05-046h 23
Do Your Good#176 Fund Indigenous Communities with Empathy and Respect with Jim Enote, Zuni Tribal Member and CEO of the Colorado Plateau FoundationJim Enote is back to share his valuable insights on funding Indigenous communities.Jim discusses the importance of fostering genuine partnerships between donors and nonprofits, highlighting both success stories and lessons learned from his own experiences. Episode Highlights:Funding Indigenous communities with respect and empathyTrust-based giving and engagementJim Enote Bio:Jim Enote is a Zuni tribal member and CEO of the Colorado Plateau Foundation, which invests in Native-led organizations on the C...2024-04-2237 min
Do Your GoodJim Enote: PreviewJim Enote is back to share his valuable insights on funding Indigenous communities.Jim discusses the importance of fostering genuine partnerships between donors and nonprofits, highlighting both success stories and lessons learned from his own experiences. {You can hear the full episode on Monday April 22nd} 2024-04-1903 min
Gracearchy with Jim BabkaEP78: Intersectionality Catches Up With Claudine Gay - Gracearchy with Jim BabkaOr, why Republicans suddenly love cancel culture!The demotion of Harvard's Claudine Gay opens up the chance to probe the philosophy of Intersectionality. Plus, a Harvard donor starts a war and is surprised when it comes to his home The way this drama is playing out, we also get to explore the motives of billionaire donor and Harvard alum, Bill Ackman, and his sudden interest in plagiarism by academics. From this episode, you will get distinct, insightful, and virtuous things to say whenever the conversations you're in move to Harvard, Claudine...2024-01-1555 min
Director's ClubEpisode 220: Favorite Films Of 2023 (feat. Bill Ackerman & Patrick Ripoll)The title of this episode says it all. Over four hours of nerdy movie conversations and recommendations all about the year 2023. Two Director's Club mainstays return. Bill Ackerman (host of Supporting Characters and guest host of this show) along with Patrick Ripoll (co-host of 96 Greers) join me as well all share their favorite films of 2023. No categories this year (like Best Actor, etc.) but plenty of reflection, surprising disagreement and even a wild story about what happened when Patrick tried to see one of Jim's favorites. Thank you so much for the support this past year, listeners...2024-01-084h 29
Director's ClubEpisode 219: Charlie Kaufman (feat. Sharon Gissy)Happy New Year! This is a podcast. The Director’s Club Podcast. Maybe you should get a coffee first before listening. A coffee and a muffin might help. Gosh I’m so tired. But what a way to start the new year. Podcasting with a wonderful person like Sharon. Then editing it. Then writing these show notes. The thing that you’re reading right now. Or maybe you’re not reading this, you’re listening to the podcast. Wouldn’t it be weird if suddenly you were on the podcast? You the listener? Sometimes it all blurs and blends together. An...2024-01-022h 21
Do Your Good#157 Be a Considerate Thoughtful Visitor with Eric Co, Vice President of Resiliency for Harold K.L. Castle FoundationIn this engaging podcast episode, Eric Cole, Vice President of the Harold K.L. Castle Foundation, takes us on a journey through the world of philanthropy, focusing on how we can contribute to the well-being of the places we hold dear. Eric shares insights from his extensive experience and offers valuable advice on giving back during your travels. Discover creative ways to support local causes, connect with local foundations, and make a positive impact while exploring your favorite destinations.Episode Highlights:The importance of understanding the communities you're helping.2023-12-0425 minDo Your Good#156 Supporting the Places that Rejuvenate You with Dana Okano, Program Director for Hawai'i Community FoundationDana Okano from Hawai’i Community Foundation joins us today to talk about the needs of her home state Hawai’i, and the importance of giving back to the land that rejuvenates you. She dives into the ongoing challenge of supporting environmental and community needs. Dana and Sybil dig deeply into her freshwater initiative and many of the important priorities in Hawai’i in order to donate and support local organizations in a place that many people visit for rejuvenation.Episode Highlights:Tips and strategies for effective giving ...2023-11-2727 min
The LFI SpotlightE55: Six Reasons Why NOT Everyone is Investing in Real Estate SyndicationsIf you've ever thought about passive real estate investing but felt held back by preconceived notions, this podcast episode is a must-listen. Jim Pfeifer addresses some of the most common myths and objections that prevent people from investing in real estate syndications. Did you think you needed a lot of money or experience to get started? Jim provides strategies for how average investors can meet minimum investment requirements through creative means like investment groups.
Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:
Why people have never heard of real estate syndications
Do you need a lo...2023-09-2721 minThe LFI SpotlightE54: Cash Flow is King: Benefits of Real Estate SyndicationsLooking for an investment strategy that offers steady cash flow and potential long-term growth? Real estate syndications might just be the answer! In this episode, Jim Pfiefer talks about his blog, “Cash Flow is King: The Benefits of Real Estate Syndications.” The episode dives deeper into some of the key benefits, particularly the powerful tax savings from depreciation and the impact of leverage on returns. He also discusses why cash flow is such a crucial consideration for investments, unlike just speculating in the stock market.
Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:
Three ways to gen...2023-09-2019 min
Do Your Good#144 How to Measure Success in Philanthropy with Cathy Lehman Senior Program Officer The Harder FoundationWe are joined by Cathy Lehman, Senior Program Officer for the Harder Foundation, to discuss how to help communities who have not previously had access to philanthropic funding. How do you build conversational spaces? What happens if your efforts are unsuccessful? Episode Highlights:How to move money to move powerCreating space for productive conversationsHow to change course when you identify what you are doing isn’t workingCathy Lehman Bio:Cat...2023-09-0425 min
Director's ClubBonus Episode: 1993 Review - The Year In MusicSoon enough Bill Ackerman will be bringing us an official director-centric episode soon and I will be discussing another in early July. For this excursion into something besides movies, in case you didn't know, I once hosted called Voices & Visions and I would recruit friend and Austin-based journalist Dan Solomon to go back 20 years to talk about a year in music - an art form that I love every bit much as film. For this retrospective, my guests and I curate a new list of ten favorite records from a favorite year, playing snippets of certain songs and discussing...2023-06-142h 35
Do Your Good#129 Giving Well to Indigenous Communities, with Jim Enote CEO of the Colorado Plateau Foundation.Jim Enote joins Sybil for a special bonus episode. He shares what he has been doing since his last appearance on the podcast, and then shares his wisdom for those who want to give to indigenous communities. Jim explains how to give in a righteous way that reflects equality, fairness, and respect. Episode Highlights:Give from a place of support and empowerment, not guiltTrust those you are giving Jim Enote Bio:Jim Enote is a Zuni tribal mem...2023-05-2228 minDo Your GoodJim Enote: PreviewJim Enote joins Sybil for a Special Bonus Episode. He shares what he has been doing since his last appearance on the podcast, and then shares his wisdom for those who want to give to indigenous communities. Jim explains how to give in a righteous way that equality, fairness, and respect. {You can hear the full episode on Monday, May 22nd} 2023-05-1903 min
Director's ClubEpisode 212: Joan Micklin Silver (feat. Marya Gates & Bill Ackerman)For this episode I recruited two terrific and talented film writers and commentators especially since two of the movies we talk about happen to be all-time favorites for the both of them. Guest co-host and Supporting Characters host Bill Ackerman returns as well as Chicago film critic Marya Gates for a delightful discussion on the work of Joan Micklin Silver. She's responsible for a number of excellent films including HESTER STREET, CHILLY SCENES OF WINTER, BETWEEN THE LINES, CROSSING DELANCEY and so much more! Thanks to this episode I have a new favorite romantic comedy to add t...2023-04-202h 41
Director's ClubEpisode 211: Paul Thomas Anderson Part II (feat. Nick Digilio & Steve Prokopy) Way back in 2012 before THE MASTER had come out, for Episode 35, my former co-host Patrick and I enlisted Steve Prokopy to talk about my favorite director of all time. There were some disagreements here and there but it was a memorable discussion back then. Now that PTA has released four fascinating movies since the last time we recorded, it’s about time I recruit one of the people responsible for turning me into a movie freak: Mr. Nick Digilio of The Nick D Podcast. We catch up with Nick, talk very briefly about the Oscars and then we...2023-03-212h 13
PassivePockets: The Passive Real Estate Investing ShowIS28 - LFI Spotlight With Chad Ackerman
This week’s episode features ME - Chad Ackerman. Realizing I hadn't told my own story, this week I recorded my journey to share with the community. Listen in to the lessons learned and advice I have to give that I've picked up throughout my time investing passively in real estate. Maybe my goals will be aligned with yours? Or maybe our "whys" will be similar. Perhaps you too are thinking about liquidating your 401k. Enjoy hearing more about my story.To see the full show notes and transcript, click here. Our sponsor, Tribevest provides the...2023-02-2218 min
Do Your Good#116 Be At Your Best When Giving to Indigenous Communities, with Jim Enote, Executive Director, Colorado Plateau Foundation.Sybil has a very special interview for you today. She had a wonderful conversation with Jim Enote, a Zuni Tribal Member, farmer, and Executive Director of the Colorado Plateau Foundation. In season one, Sybil interviewed him at length twice because his advice is so wonderful for donors who want to give effectively to Indigenous communities. Sybil has profiled some of her favorite parts of Jim's conversation in this episode, and they are here for you today to listen to. Episode Highlights:Ensure your ideas about what you want to give a...2023-02-1326 minDo Your GoodJim Enote: PreviewSybil has a very special interview for you today. She had a wonderful conversation with Jim Enote, a Zuni Tribal Member, farmer, and Executive Director of the Colorado Plateau Foundation. In season one, Sybil interviewed him at length twice because his advice is so wonderful for donors who want to give effectively to Indigenous communities. Sybil has profiled some of her favorite parts of Jim's conversation in this episode, and they are here for you today to listen to. {You can hear the full episode on Monday, February 13th}2023-02-1004 min
Director's ClubBonus Episode: Lukas Dhont (CLOSE) + Mia Hansen-Løve (ONE FINE MORNING) Hosts Bill Ackerman and Jim Laczkowski were asked to talk with two filmmakers about their latest work - both of which has received awards consideration and acclaim. First up, Jim speaks with Lukas Dhont about his coming-of-age tale CLOSE which is opening on February 3rd here in Chicago. Then, Bill had the opportunity to interview Mia Hansen-Løve about her latest drama ONE FINE MORNING. Incredibly grateful to both directors for taking the time to talk with us. 00:00 - 02:39 - Intro 02:40 - 16:45 - Jim's Interview With Lukas Dhont (CLOSE) 16:46 - 43:43 - Bill's Interview With Mia H...2023-01-2743 min
Director's ClubEpisode 209: Favorite Films Of 2022 (feat. Bill Ackerman + Brad Strauss) It's the most wonderful time of the beginning of the year! The title of this episode says it all and I'm so grateful to my two guests for joining me for this epic reflection on the film year that was 2022! Now I'll be going back to 1993 for February's retrospective episode so until then enjoy 6 hours of nerding out. Also please be sure to check out the two new podcasts soon to be added to the Now Playing Network! Thank you so much for listening to a yearly tradition that is always a complete joy! 00:00 - 22:50 - Intro...2023-01-046h 03
Director's ClubEpisode 209: Favorite Films Of 2022 (feat. Bill Ackerman & Brad Strauss)It's the most wonderful time of the beginning of the year! The title of this episode says it all and I'm so grateful to my two guests for joining me for this epic reflection on the film year that was 2022! Now I'll be going back to 1993 for February's retrospective episode so until then enjoy 6 hours of nerding out. Also please be sure to check out the two new podcasts soon to be added to the Now Playing Network! Thank you so much for listening to a yearly tradition that is always a complete joy! 00:00 - 22:50 - Intro...2023-01-026h 03
Director's ClubEpisode 206: Sergio Mims' Song Of The South CommentaryNormally something like this would be a bonus episode, but this is a special exception. As Erik wrote: Sergio Mims, our noted film scholar and friend, was well on his way to becoming “King Commentary” with all his official contributions to Blu-rays for Kino, Vinegar Syndrome and others. During the pandemic at the peak of lockdown, Collin Souter of Christmas Movies Actually, suggested that our good friend record one for Disney’s controversial 1940 film, Song of the South. Sergio did not hesitate and delivered something for his friends. Some of them are here to again pay brief tribute to the ma...2022-11-031h 53
Syracuse SpeaksSyracuse Speaks: All Together On This (with Jim Sarosy)In this episode, recorded September 23rd, 2022, Alex welcomes Crunch Chief Operating Officer Jim Sarosy back to the podcast for a positive, fun episode. (She promises!) Jim starts off with a bang, giving Syracuse Speaks listeners an exclusive preview of the some of the work that has been going on at the The Upstate Medical University Arena at The Oncenter War Memorial. Jim then gives a sneak peak at some of the plans for the organization that are going to be coming to fruition over the next few weeks, from player appearances to season ticket holder events. The two then...2022-09-2429 minTalk LouisianaThursday, August 11th: Darryl Hurst, Mark Ballard, Elliot AckermanDistrict 5 Councilman Darryl Hurst talks a few EBR Parish topics including the raise for police and city employees and the makeup of the parish council. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks the voting rights act, the abortion ban, as well as Donald Trump and the recent FBI raid of his home. American author and former Marine Corps Special Operations Team Leader Elliot Ackerman discusses his recent book "The Fifth Act: America's End in Afghanistan".2022-08-1144 min
ECF ChurchSunday July 17, 2022This past Sunday we had the privilege of hearing from Reverend Jeremy Gall as well as sending off our founding Pastors - Jim and Pam Dumont for the move to Maine.
This recording is of the whole service.
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Director's ClubEpisode 202: James Gray (feat. Mitchell Beaupre)One of my favorite cinephiles on the planet joins me today to talk about a director they were thrilled to discuss. Film writer and podcaster extraordinare Mitchell Beaupre is a regular at Filmspotting Trivia which is where our paths first crossed and I have been following their work ever since. We get to know a little more about Mitchell during the intro but mainly sing the praises of most (if not all) of the work of James Gray starting with his debut leading all the way up to AD ASTRA. For the what we watched recently segment...2022-07-182h 33
Syracuse SpeaksSyracuse Speaks: Looking Towards Game 5 with Jim SarosyIn this episode, recorded May 15th, 2022, Alex and Syracuse Crunch Chief Operating Officer Jim Sarosy chat about all things Crunch. The two start with a lookback at how far the team has come since the AHL shut down in March of 2020 and the team had a season without fans in 2020-21. Although there's still challenges in the league - the two spefically highlight how strange it's been to have a lack of interaction between the organization, fans, players, and sponsors - they also celebrate the return of fans to the arena and the necessary escapism hockey allows. Jim runs t...2022-05-1529 min
Director's ClubEpisode 196: Favorite Films Of 2021Another year in cinema has come and gone. 2021 was certainly one of the more difficult and challenging years for me personally (we all needed lots of hugs) but it's ended on a high note particularly with the films discussed here. As always, I needed to invite special guests to celebrate the year in cinema, two familiar voices you know and love join me to discuss our favorite films of 2021. Returning to the show is my dear friend Patrick Ripoll, current host of Tracks of the Damned and former co-host of this here show. Another great returning champion and former...2022-01-034h 58
Director's ClubBonus Episode: Zeros And Ones (feat. Bill Ackerman, Chris O'Neill and Abel Ferrara)Director's Club is proud to present a special episode hosted by regular contributor Bill Ackerman of the Supporting Characters podcast. He is joined by filmmaker and film programmer Chris O'Neill to talk about the latest film, Zeros and Ones from the last director we covered on the show, Abel Ferrara. In addition, there is an interview with the director himself which is a true honor. I can't thank Bill enough for doing this which I would've loved to have been a part of but my final semester in grad school is starting to wrap up so I've...2021-11-171h 18
Director's ClubEpisode 193: Abel Ferrara (feat. Bill Ackerman)One of the best guests you can have on any movie podcast would be Supporting Characters host Bill Ackerman, who returns for a yearly visit, this time to talk about the down & dirty gritty auteur Abel Ferrara. Usually for October, we try our best to talk about a horror director and though Ferrara isn't classified as one, you can certainly look at his films as being disturbing with some horrific scenes and well, THE ADDICTION does have vampires after all. Bill saw probably three times as much as I did though I managed to comment on about ten titles...2021-10-203h 02
ECF ChurchSunday October 03, 2021 sermon onlyFounding Pastor, Jim Dumont, preaches on STAYING FOCUSED.
This recording is of the sermon only.
2021-10-0658 minECF ChurchSunday October 03, 2021Founding Pastor, Jim Dumont, preaches on STAYING FOCUSED.
This recording is of the whole service.
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Do Your Good#44 Strategies to Give Back Through Both Your Business and Personal Giving Strategy with Jim Kelly, Founder, Rejuvenation HardwareJim Kelly, Founder of Rejuvenation Hardware, is joining us to discuss his personal giving strategy as well as his journey to giving also through his business. As a self-described anomaly foundation, they take a non-traditional approach to philanthropy where they keep things small and nimble so they can maintain a clear vision and goal, and effectively focus their giving efforts towards issues related to his personal interests. Episode Highlights: • How Jim’s business got started and led him into the world of philanthropy. • It’s ok...2021-09-2731 min
PassivePockets: The Passive Real Estate Investing Show29. The Power of Networks in Growing Your Wealth with Chad Ackerman
Chad Ackerman is a senior consultant working for a major bank as well as one of the co-founders of Left Field Investors. He has been a major contributor to the development of all of the Infielder tools we have been developing this year and is working towards his goal of financial freedom. In this episode, Chad discusses how he got started in passive investing, using velocity of money to increase his returns and why he uses Tribevest for group investing.Chad talks about how he started in real estate with private lending and then started chasing the...2021-09-1248 min
Chatting About Change with Dr. Jim MaddoxDeveloping Conscious Change Leaders and Guiding Transformational Change: Facilitating Culture Change around Social Justice, Diversity & Inclusion, and Police Reform: A Conversation with Dr. Linda Ackerman AndersonMy guest this week is Linda Ackerman Anderson, Ed.D. Linda is a coach who develops senior leaders and change consultants in how to consciously succeed in organization transformation. With over 40 years of experience as a change consultant, Linda discusses her current work and passion around Transformational Change, particularly as it pertains to social justice, diversity and inclusion, and police reform with a current large community client. A key part of this work is centered around culture change. 2021-08-2332 min
ECF ChurchSunday August 15, 2021 sermon onlyFounding Pastor, Jim Dumont, speaks on the Goodness of God.
This recording is of the sermon only.
2021-08-1646 minECF ChurchSunday August 15, 2021Founding Pastor, Jim Dumont, speaks on the Goodness of God.
This recording is of the whole service.
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Do Your Good#38 Sybil Speaks: Tips to Fund Advocacy and Lobbying CorrectlyI don’t want you to be discouraged when you are confronted with a problem that may involve lobbying so I am going to provide you with key tips that will help you navigate this tricky situation (this conversation is focused on the United States). Whether you’re connected to a private family foundation or working in a nonprofit, I hope this episode will be helpful to you. -- Disclaimer: I am not a registered lawyer and so it is important that if you have any questions about...2021-08-1610 min
Do Your Good#37 The Best Tips from a White House Speechwriter Who Transitioned to Philanthropy with Lowell Weiss, President, Cascade Philanthropy Advisors, Inc.Funding multiple nonprofits and charities aren’t the only aspect of being a successful philanthropist. It’s important to go out into the field and engage grantees with dignity and respect. Unfortunately, unhealthy power dynamics between donors and grantees exist wherein the latter is viewed as an “other”, but it’s time to change that and work towards creating better connections for a better society. Lowell Weiss joins me this week to share with us his insights and realizations gathered from his two decades’ worth of experience as a donor consultant. Furthermore, he serves as the President...2021-08-0936 min
Do Your Good#36 Sybil Speaks: Three Things You Can Do Now to Create a Legacy That LastsDon’t allow the fear that the world’s problems are too big to solve to paralyze you from trying to make a difference during your lifetime. For this episode, I’m going to discuss three key points that you can use working alongside nonprofits and charities to enact long-term change in your community. I’ll also be sharing my own personal experience from when I used to be in a similar situation and how I managed to encourage myself to act now. Change doesn’t happen instantly, but with these tools, you’ll have the ability t...2021-08-0212 min
Do Your Good#35 Back by Popular Demand! Learn More Ways to Fund Indigenous Communities with Deep Respect and Grace with Jim Enote, CEO, Colorado Plateau FoundationWith such an array of indigenous communities in the United States alone, it's important that we as funders learn how to best give them many diverse opportunities. With a plethora of knowledge and first-hand experience, Jim Enote returns to share his knowledge and advice for funding these communities. Episode Highlights: • Jim’s background. • Why location matters when it comes to supporting our indigenous communities. • The movement of young members starting nonprofits • Leadership and governance. • What...2021-07-2930 min
Director's ClubEpisode 190: Wong Kar-Wai Redux (feat. Patrick Ripoll & Bill Ackerman)Nearly ten years ago, Jim and Patrick tried doing an episode on this beloved Hong Kong filmmaker but technology wasn't entirely cooperative back then. It was still released, but incomplete. Now many episodes later, Patrick returns sans Jim to try again with some great help as always from reliable, returning guest and podcaster extraordinare Bill Ackerman (Supporting Characters). This time, they each go through the entire filmography of Wong Kar-wai starting from the very beginning. Five hours later, they reach the end! So grateful to both Bill and Patrick for their incredible hard work and stamina for what's yet...2021-07-295h 16
Do Your Good#26 Learn to Support and Fund Indigenous Communities with Deep Respect and Grace with Jim Enote, CEO, Colorado Plateau FoundationJoin me in this episode as I interview Jim Enote, a Zuni Tribal member and also the CEO at Colorado Plateau Foundation, as he talks about his inspiration for philanthropy and how you can support indigenous communities! Episode Highlights: • Jim’s motivation for entering the world of philanthropy. • Funding the gaps. • Being accountable to those that we are in service to. • Jim’s favorite grants. • How you can engage in supporting indigenous comm...2021-05-2732 min
ECF ChurchSunday April 11, 2020 sermon onlyThis week we were happy to have founding Pastor Jim Dumont preach!
Pastor Jim talked about the characteristics of the Kingdom of God, and how we should live our lives under those principles.
This recording is of the sermon only.
2021-04-1348 minECF ChurchSunday April 11, 2021This week we were happy to have founding Pastor Jim Dumont preach!
Pastor Jim talked about the characteristics of the Kingdom of God, and how we should live our lives under those principles.
This recording is of the whole service.
2021-04-131h 13Syracuse SpeaksSyracuse Speaks: Real Talk with Jim SarosyIn this episode, recorded Monday, February 22nd and Tuesday, February 23rd, Alex starts off with a little housekeeping. She covers the complications that are contributing to the team's current 1-3-1 record: the recalls of Ross Colton, Alex Barre-Boulet, and Riley Stillman; the injuries to Daniel Walcott, Henry Bowlby, and Aleksi Heponiemi; the complications of joining the players from two NHL organizations (the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Florida Panthers). She then briefly discusses Syracuse's game versus Rochester, originally scheduled for February 24th, that was rescheduled for March 1st because of an "abundance of caution due to COVID-19 protocols." S...2021-02-2443 minECF ChurchReleasing Your Faith in 2021- Pastor Jim DumontFounding Pastor, James Dumont, joins us as he preaches on releasing your faith in 2021.
This recording is the sermon only.
Sunday, January 03 2021.
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Director's ClubEpisode 183: Fifty Favorite Films (10th Anniversary Special)For the first 10th anniversary special of Director’s Club, you get 6 hours and 45 minutes of me and Bill Ackerman talking about our 50 favorite films of all time. Granted, we did end up spending a little time before that revealing our favorites from 2020 as well, but for the most part you get to learn about what each of us think are all-timers when it comes to movies we love. Some have changed for me including my #1. Towards the end of the month, you’ll get a second anniversary special featuring Patrick Ripoll, original co-host for a surprise edit...2021-01-046h 47
Director's ClubEpisode 179: Bob Clark (feat. Bill Ackerman) Returning guest Bill Ackerman of Supporting Characters joins me to discuss the fascinating career of Bob Clark, best known for his work on two very different Christmas classics. However, we went a different route focusing mainly on his Vietnam horror gem, Deathdream as well as the film that kick-started an entire genre of sex comedies. No, not Loose Cannons, it’s the original Porky’s. In addition for the what we watched segment, Bill reviews one of several of new films this year from Abel Ferrera with Tommaso. Jim catches up with the latest from Christopher Nolan (not...2020-09-162h 52ECF ChurchSunday August 16, 2020 sermon onlyPastor Jim Dumont preaches a sermon on Grace and Peace Salutations- the importance of having the peace and grace of God in every season of your life.
for full service click below:
https://ecfchurch.podbean.com/e/grace-and-peace-salutations-august-16-2020/
2020-08-1847 minECF ChurchPastor Jim Dumont, August 16, 2020This past weekend we had the privilege to welcome back our Founding Pastor, Jim Dumont, to preach a message on Grace and Peace Salutations.
This is the full service, if you'd like to listen to the sermon only click the link below:
https://ecfchurch.podbean.com/e/sunday-august-16-2020-sermon-only/
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Director's ClubBonus Episode: Blue Collar (feat. Sergio Mims)With all that's going on in the world right now, it's been hard to focus on new content. I've been actively trying to put Google Docs together of books, resources, organizations and various links to help educate myself further even if that's not enough nor will it bring back the lives of the victims I've named at the top of the show. My hope is that everyone listening is doing some kind of protest / research / action in some capacity. I didn't want to be completely silent in regards to my thoughts. Arguably, they do go on tangents and detours...2020-06-071h 04Syracuse SpeaksSyracuse Speaks: Unpopular opinions and favorite sports moviesThis week, Alex starts off by outlining her thinking and her concerns about what the AHL and the NHL should do with the remainder of the season and the playoffs. Hint: It’s rather unpopular, and it doesn’t involve playing hockey. She then goes on to discuss this week’s prompt: “What’s your favorite sports movie?” Her answer might surprise you since it isn’t Miracle (!). It’s a little film from 2002 that tells the story of baseball player Jim Morris.2020-04-0125 min
ECF ChurchA Time of Rejoicing - The Installation Sunday 01.27.19This Sunday, January 27, 2019 is the official transfer of leadership from Founding Pastors Jim and Pam Dumont to senior Pastors Jason and Liz Ackerman
2019-01-281h 05ECF ChurchA Time of Rejoicing - The Celebration Saturday 01.26.19This Saturday, January 26, 2019 is a Time of Rejoicing to honor Pastors Jim and Pam Dumont for their service to Erie Christian Fellowship.
2019-01-281h 15ECF ChurchAwakening - Pastor Jim Dumont 1.13.192019-01-2652 minECF ChurchWednesday Prayer - Pastor Jim Dumont 1.9.192019-01-2643 minECF ChurchLet There Be Light - Pastor Jim Dumont 12.30.182019-01-261h 05ECF ChurchChristmas Eve - Let There Be Light - Pastor Jim Dumont 12.24.182019-01-2626 minECF ChurchLet There Be Light - Pastor Jim Dumont 12.30.182019-01-261h 05ECF ChurchAuthority of the Believer - Pastor Jim Dumont 12.9.182019-01-261h 01ECF ChurchWednesday Prayer - Pastor Jim 12.5.182019-01-2652 minECF ChurchWednesday Prayer - Pastor Jim Dumont 11.7.182019-01-2651 minECF ChurchGenerations - Pastor Jim Dumont 10.28.182019-01-261h 05ECF ChurchWednesday Prayer - Pastor Jim 10.24.182019-01-2639 min
Director's ClubEpisode 152: Robert Altman Redux Part 1Once in a while a director comes along with such an original and distinctive vision that you can return to his work again and again and continue to discover new depths. Robert Altman is such a director and has inspired us to release our first Director's Club Redux episode. In Part 1, we cover the maverick director's breakout blockbuster M*A*S*H, all the way to his not so blockbuster take on Popeye. In between, we look at his deconstructions of Westerns (McCabe & Mrs. Miller), noirs (The Long Goodbye) and musicals (Nashville), all the way to such uncategorizable gems...2018-07-163h 57
Director's ClubEpisode 122: Favorite Films Of 2016This is the end! (Don't worry, I didn't play The Doors in this episode). Well, no of course it isn't actually the end. But this is the last episode where I officially host. Fear not, there will be bonus episodes and I’ll be guesting from time to time throughout the year. Give all your support to Al & Brad when they begin in three weeks on the Danny Boyle episode. Of course, this is the year-end spectacular for 2016 and it should come as no surprise that it’s 4 hours long. I enlisted the help of two great friends of...2017-01-104h 09
Director's ClubEpisode 121: Podcast Christmas Present - The Royal SamplerMerry New Year and Happy Christmas to all. What I have prepared for you is a gift that I will call the "Royal Sampler Volume One." It contains short clips from all the podcasts featured at The Now Playing Network, as well as extended highlights from Supporting Characters & Director's Club from over the years. You also get a brief glimpse into some of my interviewing skills with various guests over the years. There's also some kind of unusual collage towards the end. This is a special episode, highlighting the talented folks of NPN for the first half, and then highl...2016-12-232h 50
Director's ClubEpisode 120: Jonathan GlazerHappy Thanksgiving to all. And I want to say thank you for all the very kind words and messages in regards to my introduction from the last episode in which I announced the show will be hosted by two different voices next year. For this episode, it is my pleasure to welcome back two special guests from the past that have meant a great deal to me and for their friendship, I am grateful. The first is the co-host of RowThree.com’s Cinecast, and has been a frequent contributor to the show here going all the way back to...2016-11-232h 31
Director's ClubEpisode 119: Peter BogdanovichAs of mid-January 2017, I will no longer be the host of Director's Club on a full-time basis. Episode 121 (The Best of 2016) will be my last official episode as the predominant voice you hear on the show. While some of you may frown at that change, I encourage you to listen to my reasons during the introduction as well as learn who the new host will be and why I decided to move forward. Reminder: I am not disappearing completely. After a lengthy monologue about the changes to come including the ridiculous election results, I happily have a conversation with o...2016-11-152h 49
Director's ClubBonus Episode: WEOW Halloween 2016!Folks, I had no choice. I was forced to allow DJ Tanner to take over the feed at exactly 12am on October 31st, 2016, or my soul would be damned forever. Sadly, the same goes for you if you choose NOT to listen. So please, save yourselves! Listen to this special mix of scary songs, followed by a scary story hosted by DJ Tanner who will introduce you to the proceedings before letting the shuffle button take control. I am still traumatized by the masked men that came into my home and forced me to upload this at 12am. Please, yo...2016-10-311h 07
Director's ClubEpisode 118: Jacques TourneurHappy Halloween everyone! Ever wondered the origin of the "jump scare?" Well, it has been documented as being in the director of this episode's classic masterpiece known as CAT PEOPLE! French film director known for the classic film noir Out of the Past and a series of low-budget horror films he made for RKO Studios, we're talking about another old-school master of the craft. Of course, with a filmography as vast and versatile as Jacques Tourneur's, I needed help. Well, I always need help and lots of it. Thankfully I employed the ghoulish intellect (?) from two excellent former guests and...2016-10-251h 56
Director's ClubEpisode 117: Peter JacksonTwo very good friends and former guests join me for a live roundtable discussion on New Zealand director Peter Jackson. Both Collin Souter and Al Kwiatkowski have contributed to the show many times before, and they're among my favorite people to talk films with. As most of you know, Peter Jackson wasn't always the award-winning mastermind behind LORD OF THE RINGS, he started out in horror/comedy, long before there was SHAUN OF THE DEAD. We begin with his debut splatterfest that took him about 3 years to complete. BAD TASTE is what got his foot into the door but I w...2016-10-042h 13
Supporting CharactersEpisode 11: Jim LaczkowskiBill speaks with Director’s Club host and Now Playing Network founder Jim Laczkowski. In addition to talking about podcasts, both his own and those of others, they discuss his early years directing short comedies to make his classmates laugh, his long history with WGN Radio film critic Nick Digilio, EVIL DEAD 2, near-death experiences, PUMP UP THE VOLUME, bandwagon mentality, the Chicago film critic community, drive-in theatres, MIDNIGHT SPECIAL, experiences touring as a solo musician, critic screenings and the enduring scent of Roger Ebert’s sandwich. Hear Jim on the Director’s Club podcast: http://www.directorsclubpodcast.com/ 2016-07-252h 12
Director's ClubEpisode 109: Sam PeckinpahNo solo intro from yours truly since there is a whole lotta ground to cover. Supporting Characters host Bill Ackerman returns once again to talk about a controversial, almost mythological figure in film history, the one and only Sam Peckinpah. We cover nearly his entire filmography from beginning to end touching on classics such as RIDE THE HIGH COUNTRY, THE WILD BUNCH, PAT GARRETT & BILLY THE KID, but we do have very strong feelings about STRAW DOGS, BRING ME THE HEAD OF ALFREDO GARCIA, and so much more! Feel free to send me an email with your thoughts on Pe...2016-06-243h 07
Director's ClubEpisode 108: Spike LeeHappy Memorial Day! For the month of May this year, I have had the pleasure of talking about two of my favorite directors with two of my favorite guests. One of the reasons that this show exist is due to the inclusion of my former co-host Patrick Ripoll. He returns to talk about a controversial, innovative filmmaker by the name of Spike Lee, whom has in both of our eyes, made three masterpieces which we talk about at length along with the majority of his filmography. Some documentaries aren't included this time around and we had to skip over a c...2016-05-303h 30
You Leading You: Conversations of Leadership and Success with Business Pros, Entrepreneurs and Just Plain Folks!YLY 136: An Entrepreneurial Touchdown Celebration With Jim SweeneyIn episode #136 of You Leading You, Jim Sweeney, sports blogger, podcast host and creator of Mike Raffone, speaks about his career path and the focus away from corporate to an entrepreneurial venture. Living his dream of talking, and being, in the sports world is an inspirational story of success. Today Jim shares: How His Entrepreneurial Path […]
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Director's ClubEpisode 105: Atom Egoyan (feat. Al Kwiatkowski & Bill Ackerman)Hey guys! Jim here. Well, I'm nowhere to be found in this episode other than the ad and parody song. I had to take a couple weeks off, so I enlisted the help of two of my favorite previous guests to take the helm for an epic examination of a favorite Canadian filmmaker of theirs. Bill Ackerman and Al Kwiatkowski took it upon themselves to discuss the entire filmography of one Atom Egoyan, whose two films EXOTICA and THE SWEET HEREAFTER were highly acclaimed in the late 90s and well worth your time. But what about the films prior to t...2016-04-043h 23
Director's ClubEpisode 104: Alfred HitchcockAnother classic director that we've been meaning to feature on the show for quite some time is finally covered. I also decided it's been way too long since we got a different perspective, other than one of the male variety. Kate Blair, holds a Master's in Cinema, writes reviews for Tiny Mix Tapes, has a blog titled Selective Viewing and turns out to be one of the more insightful guests I've had on the show. We cover a whole lotta Hitchcock in just under three hours, and yet, there is still so much more to see for ro...2016-03-152h 55
Director's ClubEpisode 100: Favorite Films Of 2015 (Part 3)Part Three. It is accomplished! No time tracks for this one since it's all one conversation that goes all over the place, but it is mainly a retrospective interview about myself, Patrick and the history of Director's Club. This interview may be expanded upon separately when Bill begins hosting his own show later this year!Episode 100. Best Of 2015. We went so long, it had to be divided into three, yes, three parts. Part One is a general conversation about 2015, including our awards, honorable mentions and more! Part Two is our Top Ten Films Of 2015. Part Three is a ret...2016-01-101h 35
Director's ClubEpisode 100: Favorite Films Of 2015 (Part 2)Part Two of Three. So this is it. Episode 100. Best Of 2015. We went so long, it had to be divided into three, yes, three parts. Part One is a general conversation about 2015, including our awards, honorable mentions and more! Part Two is our Top Ten Films Of 2015. Part Three is a retrospective interview / conversation about the past five years. The first eight minutes is me rambling about how much I love and appreciate you for continuing to listen and support Director's Club. It means the world to me. Hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed discussing the year 2...2016-01-093h 02
Director's ClubEpisode 100: Favorite Films Of 2015 (Part 1)This is it. Episode 100. Best Of 2015. We went so long, it had to be divided into three, yes, three parts. Part One is a general conversation about 2015, including our awards, honorable mentions and more! Part Two is our Top Ten Films Of 2015. Part Three is an intimate retrospective interview / conversation about the past five years. The first eight minutes is me rambling about how much I love and appreciate you for continuing to listen and support Director's Club. It means the world to me. Hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed discussing the year 2015 with two w...2016-01-082h 14
Director's ClubEpisode 99: Michael CurtizNo bah hum-buggin around Director's Club this time of year. I managed to enlist two of my favorite people to listen to -- of course, former co-host and podcast emeritus Patrick Ripoll is back not only for Episode 99, but for Episode 100 in January! Also recruited this time is the great Sergio Mims of WHPK, who always comes on this time of year to talk about a classic director. This time, we're focusing on the anti-auteur Michael Curtiz. Yes, he did CASABLANCA, one of the greatest films ever made, but we touch on a myriad of other titles including THE PRIV...2015-12-232h 07
Director's ClubEpisode 98: Krzysztof KieslowskiThe great Bill Ackerman is back once again for another wonderful conversation on one of my favorite directors, Krzysztof Kieślowski. He had to endure a very difficult upbringing in his native country, but he eventually went to a renowned and highly acclaimed film school where he honed his craft alongside greats like Polanski. We try to cover nearly everything but there was no way we could discuss each individual chapter of THE DECALOGUE, but we touch upon that as well as the majority of his films including CAMERA BUFF, BLIND CHANCE, and THREE COLORS as well. Thank you so v...2015-11-182h 52
Director's ClubEpisode 97: Stuart GordonMy final horror-centric director episode of the month features a familiar voice indeed. Gabe Powers returns in anticipation of his upcoming appearence with Patrick for the Halloween Horror Show due out in the next week or so. (Most likely a two-parter). I recruited Gabe to talk about a very creative and fascinating figure in horror, one Mr. Stuart Gordon. We dissect everything from RE-ANIMATOR to STUCK. We try not to leave any headstone unturned when it comes to a very eclectic filmography. I also ask Gabe about the state of horror films now, and present the listeners with a request...2015-10-212h 25
Director's ClubEpisode 95: Paul SchraderBill Ackerman returns to talk about the underrated Paul Schrader who most folks cite as the screenwriter of such films as TAXI DRIVER & RAGING BULL. Maybe one day down the road, we'll do a writer's club episode on him, but for now, we're focusing on several of his overlooked films as a director starting with the brilliant BLUE COLLAR and ending with the debacle DYING OF THE LIGHT. Throughout the conversation, a defense of Lindsay Lohan comes up as well as lots of love for DaFoe and Schrader's incredibly interesting filmography. 00:00 - 06:08 - Introduction06:09 - 06:48 - Dire...2015-09-142h 26
Director's ClubPop Culture Club: Musical Smörgåsbord + Interviews!Happy Labor Day weekend! Here's a special surprise. To close out a productive day off, I put together a hodgepodge of treats for you including an interview with the head of the Department of Parks and Recreation (you'll have to listen to know why). I also expound on my love for the 365 Day Project from way back in the day as well as present some weird audio nuggets uncovered! To top it all off, at the end, I have a special interview with two members of the band New Pornographers - AC Newman & Kathryn Calder! So there's lots of fun...2015-09-081h 05
Director's ClubEpisode 94: David WainCanadian podcaster Corey Pierce joins me to deconstruct the art of comedy by not only focusing on the films of director David Wain, but by going down a list of our favorite lowbrow comedies. We digress a bit here and there, but overall, I just wanted to do an entire episode devoted to the comedy genre and "state" my case for why WET HOT AMERICAN SUMMER is my favorite comedy. Other hot topics include metal music, Tim & Eric, the recent Netflix prequel of WET HOT, and a whole lot more. Surprisingly, I think neither of us said the phrase "Co...2015-09-032h 05You Leading You: Conversations of Leadership and Success with Business Pros, Entrepreneurs and Just Plain Folks!YLY 113: Put Your Entrepreneur Boat In The Rising Mentor Tide With Geoff WoodsIn episode #113 of You Leading You, Geoff Woods, writer for Entrepreneur, and host of the Mentee Podcast, where he is chronicling his journey from Employee to Entrepreneur, discusses the power of surrounding yourself with amazing individuals who will help YOU grow! An inspiring story of one man’s journey to live Jim Rohn’s famous quote and become the success around him! […]
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Director's ClubBonus Episode: Patrick Rewatches & Reconsiders 5 MoviesPatrick fulfills yet another promise to a Kickstarter contributor, and a familar one at that. Mr. Bill Ackerman asked Patrick to reconsider some movies from past episodes that he claims to have disliked in the past. Will a rewatch help in any way? Patrick embarks on a very long conversation about such films as CRASH, PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK, HENRY FOOL, TWIN PEAKS: FIREWALK WITH ME, and more! It's great to hear his voice again and thanks again to Bill Ackerman for contributing to Patrick's request! We will return in about ten days or so with another official episode, as...2015-08-042h 39
Director's ClubBonus Episode: Laura Dern & Top 5 Favorite ActressesOur first edition of Actor's Club! For this bonus episode, I enlisted the help of returning guest and friend to the show, Bill Ackerman. Together we focus on our favorite actresses for the first half, then for the second half, we examine the versatile career of Laura Dern. Movies mentioned include SMOOTH TALK, RAMBLING ROSE, CITIZEN RUTH, INLAND EMPIRE, and a whole lot more! We also touch upon her incredible work in the HBO show ENLIGHTENED. Stay tuned for another episode like this come summertime, featuring Patrick talking about a favorite actor of his. Thank you so much for liste...2015-03-222h 03
FotoFacts PodcastImagingUSA – Day 1 – Wrap UpThe Photo above is Jim Felder, Sarah Ackerman, PPA Online Communication Specialist and Robert Trawick. Thanks to RC Concepcion for taking our photo. WOW that was great meeting him. Jim Felder, Robert Trawick and Terri Trawick talk about Day 1 of ImagingUSA. What a great day! So many people, so much to learn and see. First […]2015-02-0127 min
FotoFacts PodcastImagingUSA – Day 1 – Wrap UpSend us a textThe Photo above is Jim Felder, Sarah Ackerman, PPA Online Communication Specialist and Robert Trawick. Thanks to RC Concepcion for taking our photo. WOW that was great meeting him. Jim Felder, Robert Trawick and Terri Trawick talk about Day 1 of ImagingUSA. What a great day! So many people, so much to learn and see. First […]Visit our YouTube Videos for more weekly inspiration! Connect on the Facebook Page for news and upcoming interview polls. Leave a review on iTunes and let others know about the show. The Fot...2015-02-0127 min
Director's ClubBonus Episode: The Songs That Changed Your LifeHello folks! Jim here, with a special episode for the new year. I called several previous guests and friends of the show with one simple question: "What is the song that changed your life?" Inspired by the film that changed your life book as well as my own love of all-things music, I decided to talk with several folks about what music means to them and which specific songs have a story behind them. This might happen with different guests twice a year. Included are choices from myself and Patrick as well obviously. This episode will forever hold a...2015-01-052h 05
Director's ClubBonus Episode: Interstellar, Birdman, Nightcrawler and more!So many new releases that will be talked about more and more until awards time have arrived. And yes, that's right! Another bonus episode has arrived but this one is a little bit shorter since there's only one voice you'll be hearing for the majority of its running time. I fly solo and return to talk about what I've been through lately, both the good and the bad including the reasons for my absence. There's a lengthy introdution (Marc Maron-style) regarding my health, a decision to move back home and then we get to a whole lotta movie talk ar...2014-11-091h 27
Director's ClubEpisode 78: Nicolas RoegA departure for us -- as edited by Patrick this time 'round -- in which the great Bill Ackerman and Patrick talk about controversial British filmmaker Nicolas Roeg. They delve into the majority of his filmography, bypassing the "What we watched" segment, but nevertheless, this is an episode you won't want to miss and won't soon forget! Thanks as always for listening and stay tuned for the Wes Anderson episode in about a week! - Jim Get full access to Director's Club at directorsclub.substack.com/subscribe2014-09-222h 33