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Michael Easley inContextThe Heart of Orphan Outreach with Mike DourisSummary:
In this conversation, Michael Easley and Mike Douris discuss the mission of Orphan Outreach, focusing on the importance of caring for orphans and the shift from international adoption to orphan care. They explore the complexities of the orphan crisis, the significance of community support, and the transformative impact of personal visits to orphanages. Douris shares stories that highlight the deep connections formed through these interactions and encourages listeners to get involved in creative ways, emphasizing that ministry is about building relationships and demonstrating God's love.
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The Church is uniquely...2025-07-0133 minMichael Easley inContextShepherds Without Sheep Part 2 with Mike Glenn and Tim HarlowIn this conversation, Michael Easley, Tim Harlow, and Mike Glenn open up about one of the ministry's most uncomfortable topics: money. They share the emotional, spiritual, and practical tensions behind capital campaigns and asking congregations to give—again. From exhaustion over repeated “once-in-a-lifetime” asks to the deeper realization that stewardship is a spiritual issue, not a financial one, the pastors don’t shy away from the awkwardness. They address the idol of money that silently enslaves so many and reflect on Jesus’ boldness in confronting it.
They share numerous personal stories—from a woman doubling her giving in faith, to...2025-05-2733 minMichael Easley inContextShepherds Without Sheep Part 1 with Mike Glenn and Tim HarlowSummary:
In this conversation, Michael Easley, Mike Glenn, and Tim Harlow wrestle with decades of ministry experience and what they might do differently. With decades spent in the pulpit, they confront the foundational truths that were hardest to instill in their congregations: the mandate to make disciples, the assurance of God's love, and the freeing power of grace.
They share hard-won insights on how ministry often drifted toward programs, metrics, and church growth models—missing the deeper call of Jesus to invest in a few and send them out. There’s sober confession about wasted time...2025-05-2048 min
Stevens Transport Roadside Radio PodcastThe Stevens Transport Roadside Radio Podcast - Episode 141Stevens Roundtable - From Oil Fields to Fleet Owner: Mike Noack's Success Story Join host Tim Cicciarelli as he chats with Mike Noack, a successful owner-operator driver, about the transformative journey from oil field worker to managing a fleet of seven trucks. Mike delves into the benefits of Stevens' lease purchase program, the essential role of financial management, and the invaluable support provided by Stevens' business advisors. Discover how a passion for driving and a love for Dallas fueled Mike’s prosperity and why he considers this career move the best decision he's ever made. Ke...2025-04-0132 minThe Stevens Transport Roadside Radio PodcastThe Stevens Transport Roadside Radio Podcast - Episode 141Stevens Roundtable - From Oil Fields to Fleet Owner: Mike Noack's Success Story Join host Tim Cicciarelli as he chats with Mike Noack, a successful owner-operator driver, about the transformative journey from oil field worker to managing a fleet of seven trucks. Mike delves into the benefits of Stevens' lease purchase program, the essential role of financial management, and the invaluable support provided by Stevens' business advisors. Discover how a passion for driving and a love for Dallas fueled Mike’s prosperity and why he considers this career move the best decision he's ever made. Ke...2025-04-0132 minMichael Easley inContextConfessions from the Pulpit: Mike Glenn and Tim HarlowDr. Michael Easley, Mike Glenn, and Tim Harlow continue their conversation from last week and reflect on their ministry experiences, sharing personal stories of grief, transitions, and the emotional burdens they carry. They highlight the importance of accountability, meaningful relationships, and having a support system to navigate the complexities of pastoral life. The conversation also explores the challenges of burnout and maintaining healthy boundaries. Emphasizing the balance between personal and professional relationships, the speakers underscore the importance of maturity, understanding, and supporting others in ministry.2025-03-0443 minMichael Easley inContextLessons from the Pulpit: Mike Glenn & Tim HarlowDr. Michael Easley, Mike Glenn, and Tim Harlow share their personal journeys into ministry, reflecting on their calls to serve, the challenges they faced in their early years, and the crucial role of community and family support. They discuss the lessons learned along the way and how their backgrounds have shaped their ministry approaches. Their conversation explores the realities of ministry, from the struggles and victories of reaching unchurched individuals to overcoming early hurdles and the vital role of mentorship and leadership in church dynamics. They also examine the complexities of decision-making in ministry—whether to persevere in a ch...2025-02-2548 min
Finding God at WorkJoin a Marketplace Mission Trip! (Mike Henry Sr. / Follower of One) In this bonus episode for Series 2, Chris interviews Mike Henry, Sr., founder of Follower of One, a global community helping others move one notch closer to Jesus. Mike shares his story of coming to faith and learning that his job *is* his mission field. Chris shares a testimony of participating in a recent Marketplace Mission Trip hosted by Follower of One. Join Follower of One for Marketplace Mission Trip #37 starting on Sunday 1/19/2025: Sign Up Here! Once you've signed up for the community, go to the left hand menu and click on th...2025-01-1622 min
The Post-Acute POVTech trends for 2025 and beyond with Reise Officer, CIO, Trilogy Health Services, Mike Easley, CIO, American Senior Communities, and Bharat Monteiro, General Manager, Senior Living & Long-Term Care, MatrixCareIn the latest episode of the Post-Acute POV podcast, our host, Jim Berklan, Executive Editor at McKnight’s Long-Term Care News, is joined by Reise Officer, Chief Information Officer at Trilogy Health Services, Mike Easley, Chief Information Officer at American Senior Communities, and Bharat Monteiro, General Manager, Senior Living & Long-Term Care at MatrixCare.
The group’s conversation delves into how successful providers are currently leveraging emerging technologies, as well as what trends may become even more important in the future. Listen in as they also cover the importance of employing tech-driven solutions that can analyze and determine futu...2024-10-3148 min
The Bret Baier PodcastCommon Ground: Emphasizing Election IntegrityThough lawmakers often find themselves on far different sides of the aisle, many of them are putting differences aside to send an important message to Americans: the electoral process can be trusted. Former Governor James Martin (R-NC) and former Governor Mike Easley (D-NC) join Bret to share why they feel it's crucial to remind the American people of the work election officials do to ensure elections are fair and honest, especially with an incredibly close presidential race. Later, they discuss the vital role North Carolina will play in this election as a key battleground state...2024-10-2508 min
Unlock This Ground-Breaking Full Audiobook And Feel The Difference.Becoming A Leader Worth Following: A Practical Guide For Leading Self, Teams, and Organizations by Mike EasleyPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/834778to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Becoming A Leader Worth Following: A Practical Guide For Leading Self, Teams, and Organizations
Author: Mike Easley
Narrator: Mike Easley, Kevin Freiberg
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 7 hours 0 minutes
Release date: October 22, 2024
Genres: Management & Leadership
Publisher's Summary:
Why is it that some leaders are easier to follow, and others make us want to turn away? This book distills the leadership lessons and stories from a lifetime of leadership experiences into an easy-to-follow roadmap for your own journey in Becoming a Leader Worth Following. In this book you will learn the...2024-10-227h 00Listen to Top Full Audiobooks in Business & Economics, Management & LeadershipBecoming A Leader Worth Following: A Practical Guide For Leading Self, Teams, and Organizations by Mike EasleyPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/834778to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Becoming A Leader Worth Following: A Practical Guide For Leading Self, Teams, and Organizations
Author: Mike Easley
Narrator: Mike Easley, Kevin Freiberg
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 7 hours 0 minutes
Release date: October 22, 2024
Genres: Management & Leadership
Publisher's Summary:
Why is it that some leaders are easier to follow, and others make us want to turn away? This book distills the leadership lessons and stories from a lifetime of leadership experiences into an easy-to-follow roadmap for your own journey in Becoming a Leader Worth Following. In this book you will learn the...2024-10-227h 00
Mount Pisgah Messages10-9-24 PM Bible Conference - Forgiveness: The Hardest Thing You Will Never Do - Matthew 6:14-15 - Pastor Mike StoneThe teaching ministry of Pastor Chad Campbell
Mt Pisgah Baptist Church, Easley, SC
www.mtpisgah.cc
2024-10-211h 04Mount Pisgah Messages10-8-24 Bible Conference - He's Lord Over Nothing - 1 Kings 18:41-45 - Pastor Mike StoneThe teaching ministry of Pastor Chad Campbell
Mt Pisgah Baptist Church, Easley, SC
www.mtpisgah.cc
2024-10-2142 min
Sunday Book ReviewAugust 18, 2024 New Books on Leadership EditionIn the Sunday Book Review, Tom Fox considers books that would interest the compliance professional, the business executive, or anyone who might be curious.It could be books about business, compliance, history, leadership, current events or anything else that might interest me.In today’s edition of the Sunday Book Review, we look at four new books on leadership for the compliance professional.
Elevate Your Excellence: The Power of Doing Ordinary Things Extraordinarily Well by Dave Anderson
Thinking At The Speed Of Bias: How To Shift Our Unconscious Fi...2024-08-1805 min
Resilience RebornResilience Revealed: Jennifer Lloyd on Overcoming GriefSend us a textJoin Jennifer Lloyd as she shares her journey through the loss of her husband, Mike, to cancer during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Jennifer recounts the resilience required to cope with Mike’s five-year battle with cancer, which began just a year after they met, and the personal vow to maintain sobriety that she honored even in grief—a commitment that was more fully supported by Mike than she had understood before his passing. This episode explores how Jennifer navigated her profound grief by addressing the immediate challenges in her life...2024-07-1759 minMichael Easley inContextStay The Course with Mike MinterPastor and Author Mike Minter joins Michael to discuss his book, Stay The Course, and the current state of pastors in the church.Links mentioned:Stay The Course by Mike MinterTo read the show notes, click here. 2024-05-1437 min
All Things JudicialPanel Discussion: Franklin Freeman, Ned Mangum, and Colon WilloughbyIn this episode, we feature a panel of three experts on the North Carolina Judicial Branch: former Supreme Court of North Carolina Associate Justice and North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts Director Franklin Freeman, former Wake County Chief District Court Judge Ned Mangum, and former Wake County District Attorney Colon Willoughby. The panel discussed the history of the court system, the different levels of our courts, and expressed sincere appreciation for their time serving people through their court positions. The panel was recorded before a live audience in March 2024."One of the things that made me...2024-04-2424 min
ball5podcastball5podcast/ 1989 Texas A&M Baseball "A Sweet Season"Send us a textListen in as Scott recaps this past weekend series win with Alabama along with a brief view of the upcoming Georgia series at Blue Bell park. Also be treated to a look back at the 1989 Texas A&M Baseball season where the Ags finished 58-7, the best record in program history, featuring former players Mike Easley and Jim Nuemann and their excitement as they watch this 2024 A&M Baseball team. Be sure to check out the you tube video, "1989 Texas A&M Baseball "A Sweet Season" as well. 2024-04-2344 min
VarnamtownJust Another Pablo - Episode 8In our final episode, we hear from Mike Easley, the guy who prosecuted the locals in Varnamtown and eventually became governor of North Carolina. In the end, was Varnamtown a major transshipment site for Pablo Escobar’s cocaine? Or was the whole thing a giant ruse that Dale Varnam concocted to entertain his friends and neighbors?
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2023-10-0653 minMount Pisgah Messages10/01/23 - 2023 Bible Conference - When The Fire Falls - 1 Kings 18:38-46 - Pastor Mike StoneThe teaching ministry of guest speaker Pastor Mike Stone
Mt Pisgah Baptist Church, Easley, SC
www.mtpisgah.cc
2023-10-0449 min
Casual DiehardWe Can Pod It Out 150: Good NightThe other day, with Tommy Pham’s home run chain, an interesting connection emerged. Parson Perryman, who gave up Elmer Smith’s first home run in 1915, gave up only one other major league home run, to Jack Fournier, who is part of Francisco Lindor’s home run chain, which we had not gotten to yet.Lindor hit his 18th home run of the season last night, and 202nd of his career, off Ryne Nelson, as part of the Mets’ 9-0 victory in Phoenix, their fifth straight triumph.* Francisco Lindor hit his first home run off Buck Far...2023-07-0715 min
Beyond the Footprints PodcastS1 E9 Mike Carrier and Jonathan Easley , Western Bigfoot ExplorationMeet out web developer Mike Carrier and his business MJC Solutions. And we have a special guest Jonathan Easley with Western Bigfoot Exploration. Listen in as he tells us his stories and his Sasquatch encounter that changed everything. https://youtube.com/@westernbigfootexplorationhttps://youtube.com/shorts/KlmPlf7YgMw?feature=share2023-07-0735 min
WRAL Daily DownloadFederal task force takes on Paycheck Protection Program fraud in North CarolinaThe Paycheck Protection Program funneled billions of dollars to companies in need during the pandemic to allow them to pay their rent, keep their lights on and keep workers on the payroll even when their doors were shut. But now, US Attorney of the Eastern District of North Carolina Mike Easley says the money didn’t all end up in the right hands. In this episode, WRAL Investigates Senior Producer Randall Kerr tells us about the investigation into PPP fraud and the effort to get the money back.2023-04-0712 minMichael Easley inContextA Life of Faith in Politics with Mike PenceFormer Vice President Mike Pence discusses his book, So Help Me God, and what it looks like to live faithful to God in our political landscape.Links:Advancing American FreedomSo Help Me God by Mike PenceTo read the full show notes, click here.2023-03-2833 min
The Big Book: Cover to Cover1 Samuel Bonus: King David with Dr. Mike LawsonIn our episode on 1 Samuel we see the transition from the period of judges to the period of the monarchy, and what happens when the people choose for themselves rather than aligning with God's choice. Today, we welcome back Dr. Michael Lawson to talk about God's chosen king: David, and what that choice teaches us about how we are chosen.Read the full show notes here.2022-11-0424 minThe Big Book: Cover to CoverGenesis Bonus: The Creation of Eve & The First MarriageFrom time to time throughout this series, we'll release bonus episodes consisting of interviews with experts who are able to bring a little more nuance and depth to some of the themes and characters in the books we're studying than I'm able to teach in a single episode about that book. In this first Bonus Episode in our Cover to Cover series, I spoke with with Dr. Mike Lawson about the creation of Eve and the first marriage. Read the full show notes here.2022-10-2026 min
DECODING AQ - Adaptability For The Future Of Work With Ross ThornleyMichael Easley - Author, Executive CoachMichael Easley is an Author, Executive Coach, former CEO and soon to be TherapistHe spent almost 22 years as CEO at Powder River Energy Corporation. Prior to joining PRECorp, Mike had worked for various other electric cooperatives in the USA.Mike’s most recent book is The No-Øs of Leadership. The No-Øs introduces a new model of leadership built around empathy and self-awareness and inspires the reader to begin a journey towards being a Leader Worth Following. Ross and Michael talk about his book, leadership, safety of people, advising, letting things subs...2022-10-1151 minMichael Easley inContextWhat's Big Starts Small with Mike NovotnyMike Novotny, author of "What's Big Starts Small," joins Michael to talk through common distractions that may prevent us from realizing our growth and maturity in Christ. Learn more about Mike and find resources in our Show Notes.2022-09-2743 min
Movie Mike's Movie PodcastGood Comedy, Bad Comedy + Movie Review: Breaking + Trailer Park: Triangle of SadnessThere’s a fine line between what makes a comedy movie “funny” and what makes a comedy movie “cringeworthy”. In this episode, Mike compares two films and why one was done right and what went wrong with the other. It’s a comprehensive list of what comedic movies will make you laugh and which to avoid all together. In the movie review, Mike shares his thoughts on Breaking starring John Boyega. Based on a true story it’s the story of Marine veteran Brian Brown-Easley that held several people hostage inside a bank because he is so frustrated with Veterans Affair...2022-09-0540 min
Blanchard LeaderChatThe No-Os of Leadership with Mike EasleyIn this episode hear Mike Easley share experiences and insights from his two decades as CEO of an electric cooperative. He explains why self-awareness and empathy are crucial for anyone aspiring to be a leader—especially a leader worth following. For more about Mike Easley on LinkedIn or visit his book website at noosofleadership.com/2022-08-0126 min
The Antics by Mike EasleyThe Antics by Mike Easley | How Can I Break the Cycle of Dysfunction in my Relationship?There seems to be quite a few people asking how to break the cycle of dysfunctional relationships. The good news is that there is only one person who you can change, and the bad news is that you can only change yourself.2022-04-0503 minThe Antics by Mike EasleyThe Antics by Mike Easley | Why Do I Need Non-Negotiables?You hear a lot these days about having boundaries, but what does that really mean? For many people, a boundary is something we might move or adjust to make someone happy, please our partner, or just avoid feeling uncomfortable. If we are continually moving our boundaries, or letting people blow by them, chances are we might find ourselves in a state of internal conflict.2022-03-1503 minThe Antics by Mike EasleyThe Antics by Mike Easley | Do I Need A Soulmate?It takes work, real work, to rediscover yourself. You don’t have to find the missing pieces because the incompleteness you are feeling is just that, a feeling. Feelings come and feelings go. You are, and always have been, complete. Somewhere along the line, you just forgot. Perhaps you set it.2022-02-0904 minThe Antics by Mike EasleyThe Antics by Mike Easley | Have I Been Abused and Traumatized?We hear a lot about trauma these days and the impacts of trauma on everyone. I think we have all experienced some type of trauma in our lives. I was learning about trauma in a book called “The Body Keeps the Score” by Bessel Van der Kolk, MD. I was surprised to find out that two people could experience the very same traumatic event and one person can have immediate problems and the other does not. What is even more interesting is, sometimes the person who had immediate issues related to the traumatic event does not have any long-term issu...2022-01-2604 minThe Antics by Mike EasleyThe Antics by Mike Easley | What Can I Do If I Have Insecure Attachment Style?If you have done any research on attachment styles you probably know there are three main types: secure, anxious, and detached. We develop these attachment styles when we are young and they follow us through our lives and our close relationships. Models that we learn about in psychology and other sciences tend to take complicated systems and simplify them so we can better understand them.2021-12-2804 minThe Antics by Mike EasleyThe Antics by Mike Easley | What Scares You About Beginning Your Healing Journey?When I first realized that I was in, and contributing to, a dysfunctional relationship I knew that something had to change. Unfortunately, that something was my partner. Why do I say “unfortunately”? After a few sessions with a great therapist, I came to realize that while I truly wanted my partner to change, the only thing I could change was me.
Visit www.theanticsbook.com today2021-12-1304 minThe Antics by Mike EasleyThe Antics by Mike Easley | What have you lost during COVID-19 and what is next to lose?That is a tough question and one that I have been asking myself, perhaps too often. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to the families and friends who have lost loved ones due to this devastating virus and related illnesses. Experiencing loss is part of the human condition, but that doesn’t make it any easier.2021-12-0604 minThe Antics by Mike EasleyThe Antics by Mike Easley | Am I A Narcissist?You have learned about narcissism from one of the many resources on the internet, had someone you know talk about it, or perhaps explored the concept during counseling or therapy. If you have been involved in a dysfunctional (dare I say toxic) relationship or been witness to one, chances are you have heard the term narcissist and the term co-dependent used to describe certain behaviors and certain personality types.2021-12-0109 min
Great Dane NationEpisode 64: Steve LargentOn the 64th episode of “Great Dane Nation,” Morten is joined by his Pro Football Hall of Fame brother and Seattle Seahawks legend Steve Largent (06:41 – 48:34). But first, he checks in with TommyFreezePops (Tom Carroll) for this week’s edition of the “Opening Kick” (01:08 – 05:46). Morten talks about his excitement for Thanksgiving football, and he and FreezePops debate how long is too long to hang on to Turkey Day leftovers.We then move to our interview with Steve Largent, where he discusses a wide range of topics: growing up without his father, and the men in his life that filled that void (07...2021-11-241h 00
The Green Insider Powered by eRENEWABLEThe Green Insider – Ep. 68 – Emily Easley – CEO – Novus Energy AdvisorsOn today’s show we welcome another veteran of both the fossil fuel and renewable worlds as Emily Easley joins Mike and I to discuss the challenges facing Oil and Gas companies making the move into renewables and what she and her team at Novus are doing to assist with that …
The post The Green Insider – Ep. 68 – Emily Easley – CEO – Novus Energy Advisors appeared first on eRENEWABLE.2021-10-2829 minThe Antics by Mike EasleyThe Antics by Mike Easley | Groundhog DayHave you felt like your relationships are a crazy-making version of Groundhog Day? Many people find themselves in relationships that seem to be repeats of past relationships. It is like being on a merry-go-round that you just can’t seem to get off. Ross Rosenberg, in his book the Human Magnet Syndrome, describes an attraction between people where one person gives care without regard and the other takes it without limit. You often hear these relationships described in terms of one person being a narcissist (taking care without limit) and a co-dependent (giving care without regard).2021-10-2103 min
The Antics by Mike EasleyRoad to Freedom by Mike EasleyListen to Mike Easley's original composition entitled, "Road to Freedom"2021-10-1302 min
The Antics by Mike EasleyThe Antics by Mike Easley | The Three-Legged Stool of Self-LoveThe Antics can help you start your healing process by learning from Carrence and Narcy's relationship. We all understand it takes a long time to heal and the road really isn't straight. Hope you enjoy the book and join Carrence and Narcy on their journey and I really appreciate you being part of The Antics community.2021-10-1212 min
The Antics by Mike EasleyThe Antics by Mike Easley | IntroductionDigging deep on journey after being in, and contributing to, a series of dysfunctional relationships ending in three divorces, and now an author of The Antics, Mike Easley shares with us what the book is all about.2021-10-1203 min
The Antics by Mike EasleyThe Antics by Mike Easley | PrologueDigging deep on journey after being in, and contributing to, a series of dysfunctional relationships ending in three divorces, and now an author of The Antics, Mike Easley shares with us some parts of his new book, The Antics.2021-10-1208 min
Summit Church - Easley10/3/21 - Mike Boyer - Ephesians 3:1-132021-10-0435 min
Tier 1 Talks"Honing Your Edge" with Dr. Mike Simpson, Major, U.S. Army Special Forces Ret.Best known for his role as an investigator on the History Channel's docu-reality series Hunting Hitler, Mike Simpson has served over three decades in the military as an Airborne Ranger, a Green Beret, and a doctor of emergency medicine assigned to the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC).
Trained as a demolitions expert, SWAT sniper, high altitude low opening (HALO) parachutist, civilian paramedic, Special Forces medic, operations and intelligence sergeant, and board-certified emergency medicine physician, Mike now uses his extensive knowledge of training and medicine to help men over forty achieve peak physical condition.2021-08-301h 33
Summit Church - Easley8/8/21 - Mike Boyer - 1 Peter 2:4-102021-08-0832 min
Tier 1 TalksChristianson CombativesBrett Christenson is the President and lead instructor of Christenson Combatives. Brett has harnessed a 20 year career in the US Coast Guard Deployable Specialized Forces, having deployed around the world in support of Counter Drug, Counter Piracy, and Counter Terrorism Operations forging Christenson Combatives. Brett served tours with Pacific Tactical Law Enforcement, Maritime Security Response-East, and Special Missions Training Center. His partner, Mike “Chino” Castillo is the lead instructor with Christenson Combatives. Mike proudly served for 20 years in the United States Coast Guard’s Deployable Specialized Forces and has been teammates with Brett since 2006. He shares a very simila...2021-07-081h 20
Summit Church - Easley5/23/21 - Mike Boyer - Esther 42021-05-2332 min
Pro Politics with Zac McCraryThe Legendary Saul ShorrSend us a textThey don’t make too many people like Saul Shorr. After hitchhiking across the country, working in sugar refineries, being in and out of college, Saul fell into working on Mo Udall's 1976 presidential campaign. He soon became an expert in big city politics, started his own media firm, and has helped elect Senators and Governors and Presidents.Saul has one of the most unique paths, some of the biggest wins, and many of the best stories after decades as one of the most respected admakers and strategists in the business. Trust me...2021-04-1359 min