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Oncology for the Inquisitive Mind167. ASCO 2025 - Upper GI and Hepatobiliary Cancer with Dr. James McCrackenToday, hosts Michael and Josh are joined by the wonderful Dr James McCracken to discuss highlights from ASCO 2025 in the areas of upper GI and hepatobiliary cancer. This episode focuses on two items that are (as Michael repetitively insists) "big ticket": MATTERHORN and Destiny-Gastric04. In addition, James gives his thoughts on studies that look at immunotherapy and novel neoadjuvant chemotherapy in pancreatic cancer, and a small study examining a perioperative approach to resectable biliary tract cancer.Studies discussed in the episode:MATTERHORNDestiny-Gastric04NeoIMPACTCASSANDRAGAIN2025-06-3031 min
ctrl-alt-expletiveFinOps, with Alison McIntyreAlison McIntyre, Director of Cloud Economics at Capgemini gives us a tour of modern FinOps, and the state of FinOps report
Michael is investigating Liberating Structures
Mark doesn't know what a Clementine is
Alison gets in on the ground floor on a new FinOps project
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Who is Alison McIntyre?
IT support -> Scottish Parliament -> Lloyds Bank -> Capgemini, with some stories along the way!
Quickfire Questions:
What is one FinOps practice you...2025-06-131h 32
"The Data Diva" Talks Privacy PodcastThe Data Diva E236 - Michael McCracken and Debbie ReynoldsSend us a textDebbie Reynolds, "The Data Diva", talks to Michael McCracken, a Data Privacy Strategist and Operational Expert. We discuss his career trajectory, transitioning from accounting to IT audit, which led him to specialize in data privacy, particularly concerning children's information and neurodivergence. He emphasizes the significance of inclusivity in the privacy sector, arguing that diverse teams enhance the effectiveness of privacy strategies.The conversation highlights the complexities surrounding data collection, especially regarding minors. Michael argues that businesses should prioritize individual privacy and not rely on exploiting data. Debbie pointed out the risks a...2025-05-1339 min
Michael Easley inContextScrolling Ourselves to Death with Brett McCrackenSummary:
In this compelling conversation, Michael Easley and Brett McCracken examine the far-reaching impact of digital technology on spiritual life, mental health, and Christian community. They delve into the addictive nature of social media and gaming, drawing on the insights of Neil Postman and George Orwell to frame today’s digital challenges. The discussion contrasts passive digital consumption with the richness of active, embodied living, emphasizing how an abundance of dopamine-driven experiences can dull the soul and contribute to a growing mental health crisis. They call Christians to navigate technology with wisdom—using it to serve their miss...2025-04-2944 min
Wife of the Party# 375 - Thought Partner & Business Coaching with Michael McCrackenI sit down with business consultant and my thought partner, Michael McCracken. We talk about what it takes to run a successful business, challenges of owning a business with family, what a thought partner does, mentorship advice, and much more! Follow MichaelWebsite: www.MCMVP.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcmventuresBert’s new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix!Leave us a voicemail at (818) 949-8536---------------------------------------------------Sponsors...2025-04-171h 15Wife of the Party# 375 - Thought Partner & Business Coaching with Michael McCrackenI sit down with business consultant and my thought partner, Michael McCracken. We talk about what it takes to run a successful business, challenges of owning a business with family, what a thought partner does, mentorship advice, and much more! Follow MichaelWebsite: www.MCMVP.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcmventuresBert’s new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix!Leave us a voicemail at (818) 949-8536---------------------------------------------------Sponsors...2025-04-171h 15
ctrl-alt-expletiveWorking with Neurodiversity, with Chris KnightChris Knight, Head of Data & AI Demand, Delivery & Financial Operations, talks about his work life, and dealing with Neurodivergence
Mark has been fiddling around with Kit and automation for emails for our newsletter.
Chris is says you can only last a week without a dishwasher
Michael calls people Rain Man. Hasn't even seen it.
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Who is Chris Knight?
Chris has a very unusual story of how he eventually landed into his senior role. Buckle in!
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ARCC PodcastMaximizing Our Time With Jesus Welcome to the ARCC podcast where I have 15-20 minutes to catch you up on the mission, vision, and conviction of ARCC and how and why any of that matters to the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. 2025-03-2517 min
ctrl-alt-expletiveDevOps, Platform Engineering and Site Reliability Engineering, with Dave McNeillWe have the long awaited and hugely experienced Dave McNeill, talking all things Operations, DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, Platform Engineering, tales of incidents, working in a startup environment, opinions on golang and python, and so much more.
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Michael has been feeling old
We're using Vault and wondering about building kubernetes operators
Who is Dave McNeill?
How did you first get into computers?
How did you get your first job in tech?
Where are you working now, What...2025-03-211h 15ARCC PodcastBrownwood Church Update Welcome to the ARCC podcast where I have 15-20 minutes to catch you up on the mission, vision, and conviction of ARCC and how and why any of that matters to the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. 2025-03-1723 min
ctrl-alt-expletiveScaled Agile processes and stories, with Raxit RamaniWe've got Raxit Ramani, a highly experienced Agile Coach and Project Manager talking about Scaled Agile, SAFe, Stories of things being wrong, and how different government bodies have operated in the past.
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Michael is still pale after a weekend in the sun. He didn't shed a tear after being in the Spa's floation tank
Mark dropped a treadmill on his foot.
Raxit had a good job interview
You only need one server, given it is sufficiently powerful...
Quickfire...2025-03-141h 12ARCC PodcastDiscipleship vs Community Welcome to the ARCC podcast where I have 15-20 minutes to catch you up on the mission, vision, and conviction of ARCC and how and why any of that matters to the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. 2025-03-0514 minARCC PodcastSome Thoughts on Ash Wednesday Welcome to the ARCC podcast where I have 15-20 minutes to catch you up on the mission, vision, and conviction of ARCC and how and why any of that matters to the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. 2025-02-2519 min
ctrl-alt-expletiveEngineering Management, with Director of Engineering Sam JonesWe've got Director of Engineering Sam Jones talking all things Engineering Management. How to get into it, how she stays organised, great books to learn from, and how she approaches the challenges of the job.
Michael prepares for putting together an event on developer experience
Sam helps merge 2 companies together
RIP duolingo bird
Who is Sam Jones?
loosely...
Frontend Dev
-> Team Lead @ gamesys
---> Eng. Manager @ Monzo
-----> Director of Eng. @ Benifex
Quickfire Questions
One to ones, all in one day or evenly spread throughout the...2025-02-241h 18
ctrl-alt-expletiveTech for Good: Games for Kids in Hospital, with creative director Nikki StearmanWe've got BAFTA winning Creative Director Nikki Stearman, talking about tech for good. She shares her experience designing and crafting experiences for children who are about to go to hospital, to help them understand what the environment and procedure will be like.
Michael's office refurb continues, as he trades signed music memorabilia for music speakers
The great rebrand is in the works
Lenny steals a lunch
Nikki shows off her BAFTA
Quickfire Questions
Mac or PC?
Greatest gaming console ever?
Greatest game ever?
Most addictive game on your phone?
Yorkshire or East Anglia?
Morris Ring, Morris...2025-02-211h 07ARCC PodcastBaptism and When is Your Child Ready, Building & Family Meeting Update Welcome to the ARCC podcast where I have 15-20 minutes to catch you up on the mission, vision, and conviction of ARCC and how and why any of that matters to the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. 2025-02-1916 minARCC PodcastWhy I Pray The Same Thing Before I Preach Every Week Welcome to the ARCC podcast where I have 15-20 minutes to catch you up on the mission, vision, and conviction of ARCC and how and why any of that matters to the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. 2025-02-1114 min
ctrl-alt-expletiveCareer Changes and Coding Bootcamps, with Chris Hunter
Michael keeps up with his "listen to 100 albums in a year" resolution.
Mark has a weights rack of shame.
Chris fails dry Jan by a matter of days.
There's a 1% chance we'll all be mush anyway.
GIVE US FEEDBACK! Do this form, it will take 4 mins
Chris Hunter
Working in government on a project with other consultancies also contributing. Are they in competition?
Lovely personal github readme
Quickfire Questions
Hurling, GAA, or other?
Most used terminal command at the moment?
Dev or Ops, pick one for the rest of you life.
...2025-02-081h 27ARCC PodcastYou Might Be Maturing If... Welcome to the ARCC podcast where I have 15-20 minutes to catch you up on the mission, vision, and conviction of ARCC and how and why any of that matters to the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. 2025-02-0520 min
ctrl-alt-expletiveContracting Insights, with Marie WigmoreMichael has caved and got a new microphone, China are back in the news, and we've got a better joke than last time.
Michael is on the super stouts
Marie is doing dry "couple-of-days"
What's a plosion? Michael has over-researched micophones
Is Feng-Shui a load of nonsense? Or Real?
Marie rubbishes Mark's new years resolution
Who is Marie Wigmore?
Independent contractor for over 3 decades, currently engaged at BT
Jira-avoidance wizard
Graduate of the Youth Training Scheme, proud achiever of 5 O-Levels
Driving Licence holder
There will be a quiz at the end!
Quickfire questions
Inside...2025-01-311h 27ARCC PodcastGeerhardus Vos on Sabbath Welcome to the ARCC podcast where I have 15-20 minutes to catch you up on the mission, vision, and conviction of ARCC and how and why any of that matters to the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. 2025-01-2915 min
ctrl-alt-expletiveData Lakehouse and Data Mesh, with James Balloch
What does James do?
Is Sky a big company?
What's your favourite file format to read from?
Favourite format of book to digest?
East London vs. West London
What even is Burns Night?
Deep fried battered scottish things
James is dropping tables like it's hot... in the first week
Big Topic
Data. Big Data. HUGE Data.
What's it like to leave after more than 10 years at one company? Why the change? Why not sooner?
News
Instagram hides search results for Democrats
UK digital driving licences
BT scraps EV charging scheme...2025-01-241h 36
ctrl-alt-expletiveExecutive Strategy and Execution, with Georgia SmithAfter an extended break, our first episode of the year is here!
CES 2025 has come and been
Michael thinks about persuading his cats to come to work
I want to charge my phone in 5 econds
Are we dry January-ing? No.
Resolutions:
Mark will play more darts
Michael will listen to political podcasts and 2 new albums a week
Georgia will go to places where people will help us meet goals
What's it like being a Consultant Strategist?
Companies are going full on RTO - why? Are governments pressuring big business back...2025-01-151h 27
My Cincy Small Business StoryEpisode 31: Mike McCrackenMeet SCORE Greater Cincinnati’s new Chapter Co-Chair! Mike McCracken has served as a SCORE volunteer mentor since 2018, following his 26-year career at Procter & Gamble. When he retired, Mike was the U.S. national sales director for P&G’s Health Care Division. His extensive experience includes customer experience with the country’s largest retailers as well as business development and marketing.2025-01-0618 min
ctrl-alt-expletiveRecruitment, and starting a company, with Jean-Paul AshbyWe've got Jean-Paul Ashby, a.k.a. JP, a recruiter, director, entrepreneur, talking about all things recruitment, CVs, interviews, and more
Lenny Visits Wayde
Michael finishes the last Espresso Martini Mouse
JP sipps a duvel, not a duv-elle
We've got some quickfire questions for JP on all things recuitment.
Does github activity matter?
How many interviews is too many interviews?
What's your go-to interview question?
Big Topics
Recruitment
Michael and Mark get a CV review from the professional.
Comparison of job platforms, LinkedIn meets Otta
Most memorable interviews
Starting a new...2024-12-201h 40
ctrl-alt-expletiveData Center Repatriation, with Ian ReevesIt's become less surprising as the weeks fly by that we're still doing it.
Ian gives us his tooling preferences and why.
Cynic to advocate for public cloud
The phones are ringing off the hooks, thanks to Ian Reeves!
What do we think of DHH?
Should you run your own stuff, or pay for SaaS?
Kim Jung Un's inner SuperHero
Big Topics
Data Center Repatriation.
Why DHH moved 37signals from public cloud to on-prem, here's his blogs on How it started vs. How it's going.
Is this reverting back to on-premise becoming commonplace?2024-12-131h 17
ctrl-alt-expletiveTechnical Diagrams, and Breaking Prod LeaderboardWe're still here for number 4.
We add some jingles and an intro.
Michael gets third party confirmation that he's old
All the guests have mugged us off, so it's just Michael and I
Mark predicts the rise of AI Santa
Mark publishes the show too early and forgets about the shownotes and jingles first time round
Michael scours the news with a "2 years or older" filter on.
Social Media sites
Big Topics
Technical diagrams
What makes a good diagram?
What are we doing diagrams of?
Do people use 'em?
Incidents
MIchael and...2024-12-061h 36
ctrl-alt-expletiveHome Automations, with Fredrik AlmWe've got Fredrik Alm, Infrastructure Architect from Sweden on, to talk about Smart Home setups.
Michael goes on mute, leading to widespread panic
DIY Dishwasher APIs
Everyone hates JFrog, but not as much as Mark
We've got Jarvis at home!
Don't touch the mirror
Smart Homes is our big topic
Do we trust Eero? Do we trust China?
Home experiments.
Having guests in your smart home.
Never Mind the AI-BuzzCocks
In the news:
Confess your sins to AI Jesus
Mac Mini Clusters for LLMs
Fancy Bear 'Nearest Neighbour...2024-11-291h 28
ctrl-alt-expletiveDiscovering AI on your career break, with Mitan PatelWe're back for episode two!
We've got an old friend, Mitan Patel as our guest this week.
Mitan tells us about his career break.
We chat about AI tools.
Mark reviews the last recommendations, badly.
Michael has put some effort into the news.
Mitan was gonna write his recommendations down but his ADHD got the better of him this time.
Big topics
The Career Break. Why? Why now? What are you doing?
Journalling and AI tooling
Bolt.new and Cursor.com
Have I got tech news for you?
O2 unveils Daisy, the AI...2024-11-221h 25
ctrl-alt-expletiveImposter Syndrome, with Jess O'NeillWe're live!
How early is too early for the Christmas Tree?
How many plugs is the right number of plugs for your workspace?
Who even are these people?
Imposter syndrome is our big topic
Who are these psychpaths that don't get imposter syndrome?
Newsy stuff
Excel turns 40, with a few bloopers of usage in that time
Google has racked up $2.5 decillion of fines in Russia
UK Gov website launches an AI chatbot
AWS CDK flaw exposed accounts to full takeover
Apple Intelligence Ads are out in the US:
https://www.youtube.com...2024-11-141h 22
Let's Talk TeethLearning More About the AEGD Foundry Dental Center w/ Dr. Michael McCrackenJoin us this week as we sit down with Dr. Michael McCracken, a world renowned dentist as well as the Executive Director of the Foundry Dental Center in Bessemer, AL. The Foundry Dental Center has grown to be one of the nations top surgical AEGD programs, so listen in as we discuss what the Foundry has to offer to both the community as well as it's residents, the application process, and what a typical resident should expect on a day to day basis in the clinic. You won't want to miss this one! Support the show2024-06-1725 min
The Episodic w/ Michael FinneyRustbelt Innovators: Chris Hackett & Sherry McCracken - AI Film BusinessOn this episode, Sherry McCracken of NAX Films joins returning guest Chris Hackett to discuss their AI film program in coordination with the Entertainmint streaming platform that has sponsored a group of film creatives access to the Runway video generation platform for two months.2024-04-0854 min
Actor ProblemsFormer talent agent shares why talent isn't everything - with Michael McCrackenHear some actor industry info from former talent agent, actor, and found of Vagabond School of the Arts - Michael McCracken, Michael has been in the professional entertainment industry for over 20 years. He is the Founder and Artistic Director of Vagabond School of the Arts. Before founding Vagabond School he was a tv/film, commercial and theatrical talent agent (Grossman & Jack Talent, Shirley Hamilton Talent) here in Chicago. As a teacher and coach, he brings his experience as a freelance casting session director (Simon Casting, The Cast Station), SAG-AFTRA Actor (Chicago MED, Hyundai, Lunchables), improviser and musician. H...2024-01-251h 05
ARCC PodcastEpisode 55 - The Devotion We discuss the final part of our Mission / Misionnary vision series. We talk about how our personal devotion should be centered around being with Christ, and how that should play itself out in lives defined by the hope we have in Christ. 2022-09-0124 minARCC PodcastEpisode 54 - The Lineage - Faith Working Itself Out Through Multiplication We discuss Part 3 of our vision series Mission / Missionary. We talk about how the life of a disciple should lead to other disciples being made and how that plays itself out in DNAs at ARCC. 2022-08-2426 minARCC PodcastEpisode 53 - The Priesthood - Faith Working Itself Out In Love We discuss the second part of our four-part vision series Mission / Missionary. We talk through how we have been set apart as a priesthood to proclaim the excellencies of Jesus to each other and the world, and how living in a community is vital for us to grow as disciples. 2022-08-1624 minARCC PodcastEpisode 52 - The Assembly This week we look at the first sermon in our vision series Mission / Missionary. We talk about the significance of the Assembly in the life of the believer. We talk about what we can expect and how to prepare for our weekly opportunity to come meet with and behold our God, and how that worship is then incorporated into every part of our life. 2022-08-0932 minARCC PodcastEpisode 51 - Mission / Missionary James and Michael discuss our new vision series Mission / Missionary. We cover how we believe God has called us as believers to be both the mission and the missionary and how that plays itself out at ARCC as we seek to glorify God by making disciples. 2022-08-0316 minARCC PodcastEpisode 50 - Deacons On this episode, we lay out the vision that the Elders have come to for the role of the office of deacon in the life of ARCC. 2022-06-1037 min
Cardano LiveCardano Network Parameters with Dr. Michael Liesenfelt | Cardano Live #54Michael Liesenfelt has authored a draft Cardano Improvement Proposal (CIP) to identify formulas and settings to improve network parameters and stake distribution. Join us today on Cardano Live to chat with Michael and learn more about what his proposal has to offer. View links mentioned in the podcast and check out more information in the description on Youtube: https://youtu.be/eAs_L68RO-c2022-04-081h 30
Those Who Serve The Lord#92 | The Wisdom Pyramid & Starving Our Souls With Digital Sugar, Pt. 2 | Brett McCrackenTravis and Brett McCracken continue their conversation about the wisdom pyramid. They talk through the benefits and burdens of technology, the culture of disposable, perceptual presentism, the need for. rest and boredom, passive scrolling, the digital natives of today and other subjects such as the Amish, Starbucks, squirrels skiing, five habits for cultivating wisdom online, and counter liturgy. Brett is a senior editor and director of communications for The Gospel Coalition. He has written for The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Huffington Post, CNN.com, Christianity Today, and many other publications. A graduate of Wheaton College...2022-03-0442 minThose Who Serve The Lord#90 | The Wisdom Pyramid & Starving Our Souls With Digital Sugar, Pt. 1 | Brett McCrackenTravis welcomes Brett McCracken to the show. Brett is a senior editor and director of communications for The Gospel Coalition. He has written for The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Huffington Post, CNN.com, Christianity Today, and many other publications. A graduate of Wheaton College and UCLA (M.A. in Cinema & Media Studies), Brett lives in Santa Ana, California with his wife Kira and two sons, Chet and Ira. He is an elder at Southlands Church Santa Ana.Travis and Brett discuss his newest book, The Wisdom Pyramid: Feeding Your Soul in a Post-Truth World (Crossway, 2021...2022-02-2547 minARCC PodcastEpisode 49 - Waiting on The Lord On this episode we continue looking at Psalm 43 which we preached last week. We ask the questions what does it look like to wait on the Lord? Why and how do we try to justify and vindicate ourselves? What would it look like if instead of relying on our own efforts and justifications we relied on the Lord and understood our need for Him? 2021-06-1743 minARCC PodcastEpisode 48 - Suffering On this episode we look at suffering through the lens of the wisdom literature found in Proverbs and Ecclesiastes. We look at several verses and ask the questions, how does this point to the Gospel, how can this apply to our lives as we deal with the reality of suffering. 2021-06-0341 minARCC PodcastEpisode 47 - Money On this episode we look at money and finances through the lens of the wisdom literature found in Proverbs and Ecclesiastes. We look at several verses and ask the questions, how does this point to the Gospel, how can this apply to our finances. 2021-05-2051 minARCC PodcastEpisode 46 - Repentance & Parenting On this episode we start by diving into how repentance is a blessing in the life of a believer. Then we look at parenting through the lens of the wisdom literature found in Proverbs and Ecclesiastes. We look at several verses and ask the questions, how does this point to the Gospel, how can this apply to our parenting. 2021-05-061h 00ARCC PodcastEpisode 45 - Marriage / Singleness On episode we look at Marriage and Singleness through the lens of the wisdom literature found in Proverbs and Ecclesiastes. We look at several verses and ask the questions, how does this point to the Gospel, how can this apply in our marriage or in our singleness. 2021-04-291h 06ARCC PodcastEpisode 44 - Jesus' Return On this episode we discuss Sunday's sermon and talk about being ready for Jesus' return. Then we spend a little time giving an overview of the wisdom literature found in Proverbs and Ecclesiastes. We'll use these two books in the next few episodes to learn how to approach our Marriage/Singleness, Parenting, Finances, and Suffering with a biblical mindset. 2021-04-2131 minARCC PodcastEpisode 43 - Anxiety On this episode we dive into Sunday's sermon and talk about anxiety. Then we spend some time recapping 4 major things from our family meeting. We talk about new members and what it means to be a covenant member at ARCC, we tell you about our newest Elder Roy Stokes, we talk about the new deacon process, and finally we share some updates on the building. 2021-04-1341 minARCC PodcastEpisode 42 - Response in Worship / Deacon Qualifications On this episode we start out by discussing how we should respond as we worship together. And then we dive into 1 Timothy 3 and explore the qualifications for deacons and some helpful things to consider as we seek to understand them. 2021-04-0748 minARCC PodcastEpisode 41 - Living with the Kingdom in Mind On this episode we discuss Easter and how we plan and prepare for it, then we dive into how we can live life with the Kingdom in mind regardless of the life stage we are in. 2021-03-3042 minARCC PodcastEpisode 40 - Up, In, and Out On this episode we discuss the framework of Up, In, and Out and how it can be a great tool to use to measure spiritual growth in our personal lives and the lives of our missional communities. 2021-03-2255 minARCC PodcastEpisode 39 On this episode we discuss how ARCC chooses our music and how that fits in with the sermon, and what we as Christians should be hoping for when we gather together. 2021-03-1737 minARCC PodcastEpisode 38 On this episode we talk about masks and how they point out the polarization in our culture, belief and how it relates to our lives, and finally we discuss formal alter calls and invitations. 2021-03-0337 minARCC PodcastEpisode 37 We're back for the first time in 2021. On this episode James and Michael talk about the crazy snow in San Antonio and Prayer 2021-02-2345 min
McCracken Media PodcastsEpisode 10: Kentucky Secretary of State Michael AdamsIn this episode, Brenden and Jameson interview Kentucky Secretary of State and Reidland High School graduate Michael Adams. They speak about what it's like to run an election during a pandemic, and the unique relationship between the Republican and Democrat Governor Andy Beshear. 2020-12-0554 min
Escambia EmpiresEpisode #8 | Evan McCracken - How He Became An Investments AnalystIn this episode, Evan talks about why he chose a degree in finance, and how he used his experience at different internships to start his career as an investments analyst. He also discusses his most recent hobby of diving, and why he decided to stay in the Pensacola area.
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Educate the Earth's Research TimeEpisode Three: Allyship, Métisness, and Becoming with Michael Daniel BroadfootTawnshi folks!Article: Marisela Martinez-Cola (2020) Collectors, Nightlights, and Allies, Oh My! White Mentors in the Academy.Michael and Madelaine discuss their collective emotions and experiences in being white-passing Indigenous students in predominantly White academic communities. Michael shares meaningful experiences and how we can continuously become Anti-Racist. Allyship is also discussed in detail.Maarsii and Miigwetch @mcgoodmedicine for your time and our meaningful conversation! *IGTV/Instagram Live is the primary place of these conversations. Thank you for your understanding.*Please follow @WalksTheEarth on Instagram for more content.2020-07-1055 min
Winning To Wealth032 | Paying Off $200,000 While Raising 2 Kids | Kilton McCrackenOn this week's episode, I talk to Kilton McCracken who (along with his wife) paid off $200,000 worth of debt while raising 2 kids. Tap Here To Discuss This Episode | Tap Here To Download My Book For Free | Tap Here For The Episode Show Notes2020-05-2733 min
Stories from the CrestStories from the Crest Episode 1: Mandy McCracken and Max WalterWelcome to the first episode of Stories from the Crest. In this episode hosts Fraser and Claudia speak to inspiring disability advocate Mandy McCracken, and award-winning cinematographer Max Walter. Time codes: 1:31 - Introduction2:08 - Mandy McCracken25:09 - Max Walter2020-04-1745 min
Gospel Beautiful PodcastMikka McCracken: Innovation in the ChurchMikka McCracken is the Executive for Innovation and the Director of the ELCA* Innovation Lab. In this conversation, we talk about her previous work with hunger relief and her new work related to innovation. Mikka's LinkedIn page. Mikka's 2015 Youth Gathering Speechhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyNdMl-TC0I*ELCA = Evangelical Lutheran Church in AmericaLinda Hill's TED Talk, "How to Manage for Collective Creativity." Support the show2020-03-1757 minARCC PodcastEpisode 36 In this episode, we talk about Roman Catholicism and how we approach evangelism. We also talk with Carl Young about Missional Communities and what it means to be gospel-centered. 2020-02-1157 minARCC PodcastEpisode 35 In this episode we discuss the unexpected death of Kobe Bryant and the 2020 Grammy Awards. We also talk through what repentance truly is and why evangelism is so difficult, but so vital for us as believers. 2020-01-2859 minARCC PodcastEpisode 34 In this episode, we talk about all things New Year: Resolutions, New Year experiences, and what's new for ARCC in 2020. 2020-01-1459 min
ARCC PodcastEpisode 33 James, Michael, Jon Paul, Carl, and Roy discuss our 1st year at the school that ARCC has started in Isiolo Kenya. The school's purpose is to train and equip Pastors, teachers, and leaders. We walk through a lot of the curriculum, and experience to try to give you a taste of what God is doing through ARCC in Africa. 2019-08-221h 19
ARCC PodcastEpisode 32 On this episode, we talk about marriage, divorce, and remarriage. This episode is meant to provide a conversation and some context to the paper that we have released detailing our Elders stance on these issues. The paper can be found on our website at https://arcc.church/articles/marriage 2019-06-121h 13
If You Give a Principal a Podcast...Robert Hand and Michael Clinton - Regional and State Teachers of the YearOn this episode, we have the unique opportunity to interview the 2018-2019 Washington State Teacher of the Year, Robert Hand (Mt. Vernon, WA) and the 2018-2019 Regional Teacher of the Year, Michael Clinton (White Swan, WA).
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ARCC PodcastEpisode 31 On this episode, Michael, Jon Paul, Carl, and James we get into how our new year's resolutions are going, Sunday nights, the steward series, and we get our Super Bowl picks in. There also may be a little Creed talk. 2019-01-231h 04
ARCC PodcastEpisode 30 This is a special Thanksgiving edition of the podcast. We talk about holiday traditions, Black Friday, and what it looks like to live a life from thankfulness and gratitude knowing what God has given us. 2018-11-281h 00
ARCC PodcastEpisode 29 In our sermon series in Hebrews, we've come to the section that talks about rest. On this episode, we talk more about what biblical rest is and how that practically plays out in our lives. We dive into social media, our jobs, and this idea that we have to be busy all the time. We talk about how we can find rest in light of the Gospel and our identity in Christ. 2018-11-011h 09
ARCC PodcastEpisode 28 On this of the podcast, we wrap up our 3 part series on free will vs God's Sovereignty. We deal with some philosophical arguments and verses that are used in an attempt to refute Calvinism. We also talk about what we personally believe and how we arrived at those beliefs. 2018-10-111h 32
ARCC PodcastEpisode 27 This is the 2nd episode in a series of three where we take a look at the idea of free will vs God's sovereignty. On this one, we take a look at two very different theologies Arminianism and Calvinism. We look at the history that led to both and then discuss them both in relation to one another. 2018-10-041h 38
ARCC PodcastEpisode 26 On this one, we dive into something we've been asked to cover quite a bit. We ask the question does man have free will? This is the first episode in what we think will be a three-episode series debating God's Sovereignty vs free will. 2018-09-261h 14
ARCC PodcastEpisode 25 This episode is a recap of our first session at GISM in Africa. James and Jon Paul talk with Roy, Josephine, and Michael about their experience and what we're planning for in the upcoming trips. GISM is a Bible School in Kenya that ARCC has started. The mission is to equip future pastors and church leaders to take the Gospel into their individual contexts. 2018-09-121h 10
ARCC PodcastEpisode 24 On this episode, we get back to a question that was asked on Facebook....money. We talk about what the bible says about tithing, how we should seek to steward our money, and how all of our lives are really about stewardship. We also get into our hopes for the upcoming NFL season. 2018-09-051h 12
ARCC PodcastEpisode 23 On this episode, James, Michael, Jon Paul and Carl talk about the next book we'll be going through as a church Hebrews. We talk about why we've chosen it, why we're excited about it, and what we hope it accomplishes in our church. We also sprinkle in coffee habits, fantasy football, and Africa. 2018-08-2140 min
ARCC PodcastEpisode 22 On this episode James, Jon Paul and Carl talk about culture in and outside of the church. What can the church receive from the outer culture? What must we reject? What can be redeemed? How do we change the culture, and how are we changed by the culture? All these things and more on Episode 22. 2018-08-081h 13
ARCC PodcastEpisode 21 This episode is a band takeover. Melanie McCracken. Michael Cline, Bryan Foreman, and Wade Burkett join us. We talk about the evolution of the worship ministry, worship philosophy, and about some of our favorite and least favorite songs. We also get to know each of them a little more and find out some of how God is using them beyond leading us on Sundays. 2018-07-281h 12
ARCC PodcastEpisode 20 This episode features Roy Stokes, Josephine Toynette, and Michael McCracken. We talk about the doors that God has opened for ARCC to start Gedullah International School Of Ministry In Kenya to minister and teach potential pastors and church leaders, and what it will look like for our church over the next 2 years. 2018-07-111h 01
ARCC PodcastEpisode 19 On this episode we cover some of the questions from those of you that have been listening. We cover why we don't make a big deal of holidays (other than Easter, and Christmas) on Sunday mornings, how doctrine and evangelism work together, is the book of Revelation sometimes an avoided topic, and a little LeBron / Kawhi talk. 2018-07-051h 04
ARCC PodcastEpisode 18 On this episode we cover some of the questions from those of you that have been listening. We jump around a little and cover, miss-applied coffee cup verses, bible translations and study tools, and what to look for when you're looking for a church. 2018-06-271h 02
ARCC PodcastEpisode 17 On this episode will God give us more than we can handle, church discipline, and is Kahwi leaving the Spurs. 2018-06-201h 04
ARCC PodcastEpisode 16 On this episode beauty pageants, beating the church summer slump, and does God help those that help themselves. 2018-06-131h 04
ARCC PodcastEpisode 15 On this episode should pastors have 54 million dollar jets? Is LeBron the only player in history capable of getting this Cavs team to the finals? And we deep dive into the song Reckless Love. 2018-05-301h 03
ARCC PodcastEpisode 14 On this episode James and Michael sit down with Chris Brister. Chris is the Lead Pastor and church planter of Union Church in Auburn Opelika Alabama. We discuss church planting journeys, plans for Union Church, and is LeBron the greatest ever. For more info on Union Church check out www.unionchurchao.com 2018-05-151h 01
ARCC PodcastEpisode 13 On Episode 13 James, Jon Paul, and Carl talk about different wearing different ministry hats and how they serve ARCC. We also dive into apologetics the different schools of thought around them, and why it is important for a believer to know why they believe what they believe. 2018-05-1059 min
ARCC PodcastEpisode 12 On this episode James, Michael and JP talk Jason Witten's retirement, new Tempted sermon series in May, Worship philosophy at ARCC, and Avengers Infinity War. 2018-05-0349 min
ARCC PodcastEpisode 11 On episode 11 James, Michael, Jon Paul discuss 1 Peter. We get into why words matter, suffering, and submission to authority. We also talk 1st round of the NBA Playoffs. 2018-04-2558 min
ARCC PodcastEpisode 10 On this Episode we get to sit down with Patrick Hastings and Fred Bethea. These guys are members of our church and on staff with Campus Crusade for Christ (CRU) at UTSA. We talk to them about their ministry on campus and how ARCC can support them in their mission to disciple university students. If your'e interested in supporting them financially use the links below to donate.Patrick Hastingshttps://give.cru.org/0766020Fred Betheahttps://give.cru.org/0947316 2018-04-111h 00
ARCC PodcastEpisode 9 On this episode we get to hear from Justin McGhin an Acts 29 church planter in Italy that ARCC helps support. 2018-04-0452 min
ARCC PodcastEpisode 8 On this episode James, Michael, and JP sit down with ARCC Elder and everyones favorite grandad Jim McCracken. We discuss Jim's life in ministry, the church plant that led to ARCC, and why Easter feels like the Super Bowl of Churches. 2018-03-271h 01
ARCC PodcastEpisode 7 On this episode James, Michael, and Carl sit down with ARCC member and podcast listener Nate Connors to dive into cross cultural mission and racial tensions in the American church. 2018-03-211h 09
ARCC PodcastEpisode 6 In Episode 6 we talk through listener topic ideas, left behind eschatology, family meeting recap, and the 5 things we're praying for in 2018. 2018-03-0742 min
ARCC PodcastEpisode 5 On episode 5 we cover the breaking news that Dez caught it. Get into a little bit of flu shot talk, discuss baptism and communion, and cover the Oscars. 2018-02-2846 min
ARCC PodcastEpisode 4 On episode 4 we get to know 2 leaders at ARCC. Roy Stokes who is best known for leading our church through the Bible in a year, and Josephine Toynette who is involved in our prayer ministry and foreign missions. We also discuss their upcoming trip to Kenya. 2018-02-2038 min
ARCC PodcastEpisode 3 On episode 3 we recap the mens retreat, talk about covenant membership, and get the guys Valentines Day plans. 2018-02-1444 min
ARCC PodcastEpisode 2 In episode 2 we cover our Super Bowl pick fails, expositional preaching, and some of our personal favorite authors and books.Jp and Carl with J-Pipeshttps://www.instagram.com/p/BSct_bqDo-4/ 2018-02-0832 min
ARCC PodcastEpisode 1 On episode 1 of our podcast James, Michael, and JP discuss the January sermon series and get their picks in for the Super Bowl. 2018-02-0149 min
Three Sides Of The CoinMegan McCracken Talks About Living with Bill Aucoin & Sean Delaney & Early KISSIn episode 51, November 26, 2013 we are joined by Megan McCracken. Megan talks about living with Bill Aucoin and Sean Delaney during the early formative years of KISS. How see met Bill and Sean. What Bill and Sean would discuss about KISS at their house. How she ended up as the girl in the famous KISS S&M photo session. When she remembered Bill and Sean talking about unmasking KISS. And so much more!Michael, Mitch and Tommy put in hours every week to record, produce and promote Three Sides Of The Coin. We don't have any advertisers or sponsors...2013-11-261h 27
ARCC SermonsPart 8 Our elders and their wives (Jim and Beverly McCracken, Mike and Joanie Sedgwick) give testimony of raising children. 2011-05-0800 min